Ryan and Earl discuss, remotely, some of the myriad ways in which companies are squeezing workers during the coronavirus crisis.

Ryan, Noah, and Lou discuss some of the myriad ways the coronavirus pandemic is affecting workers, and potential responses to the crisis

Noah, Lou, and Anita discuss the nebulous quality of grit, which all workers are now expected to possess

Ryan, Noah, and Lou discuss recent stories that illustrate how employers are using new technologies to make workers jump through hoops.

Ryan, Noah, and Anita discuss Walmart's litany of labor abuses.

Ryan, Noah, and Lou discuss the ways bosses take advantage of those entering the workforce.

Ryan, Rich, and Anita discuss and critique television depictions of working class issues and the police.

Ryan, Earl, and Dave discuss the obstacles to organizing in white collar fields such as tech and journalism.

Ryan, Noah, Rich, and Chris tackle a trio of sports-themed Geniuses.

In the first part of the Genius Awards 2019, Ryan, Noah and Lou mock some of the year's most brilliant figures, including old favorite Adam Neumann.