Episode
Child Labor: Not Funny
1:01:18
Published: Tue Aug 10 2021
Description
Child labor is no laughing matter. Even though we've taken care of it in the USA (mostly), it's still an issue around the globe. Listen and learn! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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00:00 - 01:48 (01:48)
Summary
Explore the relationship between our brains and experiences, and discover if we can create new senses for humans in this immersive fiction podcast.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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Child labor is an issue that affects many children around the world, not just a few who have part-time jobs.
01:48 - 05:44 (03:55)
Summary
Child labor is an issue that affects many children around the world, not just a few who have part-time jobs. The focus shouldn't be on improving the working conditions of child laborers, but rather on ending child labor altogether.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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The concept of childhood as a distinct period of life is a relatively recent notion.
05:45 - 14:10 (08:24)
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The concept of childhood as a distinct period of life is a relatively recent notion. Jared Diamond and Adam Gopnik discuss how the Protestant work ethic and the Industrial Revolution ultimately led to the exploitation and elimination of childhood in America.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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Join Rosie O'Donnell as she explores the relationship between our brains and our experiences by tackling unusual questions so we can better understand our lives and our realities.
14:10 - 18:40 (04:29)
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Join Rosie O'Donnell as she explores the relationship between our brains and our experiences by tackling unusual questions so we can better understand our lives and our realities.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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The division of labor between city and rural living in the past was stark.
18:40 - 21:21 (02:40)
Summary
The division of labor between city and rural living in the past was stark. City inhabitants worked in factories while rural dwellers were engaged in farming, picking, and canning.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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Child labor in the US is often seen as a thing of the past.
21:21 - 24:03 (02:42)
Summary
Child labor in the US is often seen as a thing of the past. However, some industries still rely on child workers, which is a troubling reality that needs to be addressed.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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Newsies in the early 1900s could earn money by selling newspapers, particularly the afternoon edition.
24:03 - 29:16 (05:13)
Summary
Newsies in the early 1900s could earn money by selling newspapers, particularly the afternoon edition. They could also work from home by weaving baskets, making paper flowers, or rolling cigarettes and cigars, among other tasks.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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The speaker reflects on their journey with smoking and the potential risks associated with the habit, including nicotine ingestion from handling uncured tobacco.
29:16 - 33:10 (03:53)
Summary
The speaker reflects on their journey with smoking and the potential risks associated with the habit, including nicotine ingestion from handling uncured tobacco.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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The progressive movement started in the 1890s and focused on issues such as fair wages, a minimum wage, and maximum working hours.
33:10 - 42:54 (09:43)
Summary
The progressive movement started in the 1890s and focused on issues such as fair wages, a minimum wage, and maximum working hours. The movement faced challenges from the industry, but persisted through the efforts of second or third wave progressive reformers.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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Lewis Hine's photographs documented the harsh working conditions of early 20th century child laborers, and his images continue to serve as a powerful reminder of the need for labor laws and child protections.
42:54 - 45:37 (02:43)
Summary
Lewis Hine's photographs documented the harsh working conditions of early 20th century child laborers, and his images continue to serve as a powerful reminder of the need for labor laws and child protections.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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In 1938, the United States established a national minimum wage and child labor limitations, which improved working conditions but did not eliminate global child labor practices.
45:37 - 53:28 (07:50)
Summary
In 1938, the United States established a national minimum wage and child labor limitations, which improved working conditions but did not eliminate global child labor practices.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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This podcast highlights the importance of improving access to education for children by dismantling the barriers that prevent them from attending schools and offering free education.
53:29 - 57:04 (03:34)
Summary
This podcast highlights the importance of improving access to education for children by dismantling the barriers that prevent them from attending schools and offering free education.
EpisodeChild Labor: Not Funny
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57:04 - 1:00:59 (03:55)
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