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How gig work became a full-time job

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The pandemic put a lot into perspective, especially when it comes to work. Millions of Americans lost their jobs during lockdown, while others found themselves juggling remote work and child care. And now more and more people are juggling a full-time job, child care, and another job on the side to help pay the bills. Recode’s Rani Molla (@ranimolla) explains why gig work is on the rise.


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This episode was made by: 

  • Host: Adam Clark Estes (@adamclarkestes)
  • Producer: Sofi LaLonde (@sofilalonde)
  • Engineer: Paul Robert Mounsey


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