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The Work Behind the Work

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Child Care
Gender Roles
Motherhood Penalty
Gender Pay Gap
Mental Load
Care Economy
Economic Inequality
Childcare
Workforce Participation
Economic System
Childcare System
Fertility Rates
Public Policy
Workplace Flexibility
Social Security Net
Mothers
Support For Families
Vulnerable Populations
Return On Investment
Covid-19 Pandemic

The Work Behind the Work is a WorkingNation podcast about why raising children in America has become so difficult, and what that reveals about our entire economy.

Hosted by WorkingNation executive producer and working mom Melissa Panzer, the series looks at how rising costs, lack of support, and cultural expectations are pushing families to the brink. Birth rates are falling. Care is unaffordable... more

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CareersHealth & FitnessBusinessMental Health

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Host

Melissa Panzer
Host and executive producer, known for her insights on parenting issues in the context of the economy. A working mom who brings personal experience to the discussions.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Incredible but infuriating

    This one is great. Very well produced, hooks you quick and keeps you interested. But warning to women - it is infuriating to hear how we got here and all the missed opportunities to change the way women are perceived and valued in America.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M-D-4
    United States25 days ago
  • Such. A. Slow. Talker.

    Content is better than the narration. Not sure why the host speaks so slowly.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    2manypods4me
    Canadaa month ago
  • For any parent or parent to be

    Informative, compelling, and thought provoking for any parent today trying to make sense of why it’s challenging to be a parent in the middle class. And for those who aren’t parents yet but it’s on the horizon, a worthwhile listen that will make you laugh with rage at the circumstances we’re all dealing with now and what that may mean for our children’s futures.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boim7227!
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the thought-provoking insights regarding the struggles of parenting in a challenging economic landscape.
The discussions are seen as enlightening and necessary, providing a voice for the underrepresented issues parents face today.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#9
United States/Business/Careers
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#147
United States/Business
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#13
Canada/Business/Careers
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#237
Canada/Business
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#209
Argentina/Business/Careers
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#223
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A profound exploration of the challenges surrounding parenting in America, this series offers critical insights into how these issues reflect and impact the economy at large. The discussions tackle the rising costs of care, the cultural expectations placed on families, and the systemic inequalities that contribute to the struggles of working parents. With contributions from experts and personal anecdotes, the content not only sheds light on the burdens faced by families but also positions these challenges as an economic crisis that deserves urgent attention. Listeners can expect a combination of poignant commentary, meaningful interviews, and thought-provoking analysis that connects parenting struggles with broader economic themes.

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