Unions in video game companies, How to talk about obesity

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The esports lab at Montello High School sits empty before students arrive for practice
The esports lab at Montello High School sits empty before students arrive for practice. Photo courtesy of David Lockstein

First, we talk with a former Activision/Blizzard employee turned labor organizer about the latest efforts to unionize the gaming industry. Then, we hear from a medical specialist about how doctors can respectfully treat obese people.

Featured in this Show

  • Better working conditions sought by gaming company employees

    Last week, employees of Raven Software in Middleton created the first union at a major U.S. video game company, spotlighting working conditions and sexual discrimination concerns at parent company Activision Blizzard. We talk to a former Blizzard employee, now a union organizer, about the developments.

  • How medical professionals discuss obesity

    The Association of American Medical Colleges is rolling out new standards this month aimed partly at teaching doctors about respectful treatment of people who are obese. We speak with a specialist at the Medical College of Wisconsin to explore how we talk about obesity.

Episode Credits

  • Kate Archer Kent Host
  • Joel Patenaude Producer
  • Trevor Hook Producer
  • Maria Lopez Technical Director
  • Dr. Srividya Kidambi Guest

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