A large swath of the U.S. was hit with inclement weather recently, causing many workers to either call in or work from home. That resulted in Meredith questioning some people's work ethic. Is there a difference in work ethic between the generations? The gang explores the generational differences in the workplace, real or perceived, then they dive into their own work ethic. Enjoy this episode while "quiet quitting" your job.

 

0:00 - Intro (Jay had a birthday, Ty almost died, Meredith is a "vegan")

14:35 - Sounds of the Week

• Jo Koy Opening Monologue I 81st Annual Golden Globes 
• Mommy TikTok Round 2
• Is Taylor Swift a Pentagon PsyOp asset?

36:14 - Generational Differences in the Workplace

57:49 - Work Ethics

 

Songs:

"My Generation" - The Who

"Generation Landslide" - Alice Cooper

"Blank Generation" - Richard Hell & The Voidoids

"My Generation" - Limp Bizkit

 

Show notes:

• Study: How Has Work Ethic Changed Over The Years?
• Where the workforce's four generations differ — and where they align
• This Is the Real Cause of Generational Conflict at Work, According to Science
• Generational Differences at Work Are Small. Thinking They’re Big Affects Our Behavior
• Studies showing no evidence of workplace generation gaps:  (LINK 1, LINK 2, LINK 3, LINK 4)