We talk to a reporter about wage theft, and why some employers have been allowed to “rip off workers without consequences.” Then, we talk about a new state bill that would make it a crime to abuse or intimidate sports officials in an effort to reduce the abuse referees can face.
Featured in this Show
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Low Wage Workers Most At Risk Of Wage Theft
Economists know that wage theft increases during a recession. A report from The Center for Public Integrity breaks down why. We discuss how low wage workers are most at risk with the report’s author.
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New Bill Aims To Curtail Abuse Against Referees
A proposal in the state Assembly would make it a crime to abuse or intimidate sports officials. Our guest says behavior by fans, especially parents, has gotten out of hand and is causing fewer people to become referees.
Episode Credits
- Rob Ferrett Host
- Tyler Ditter Technical Director
- Jana Rose Schleis Producer
- Bill Martens Producer
- Alexia Fernández Campbell Guest
- Barry Mano Guest
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