Topic: Economic Blackout

2 chapters across the catalog

Mucho Retardo
Episode 1804 38:54 - 42:17

1804: Mucho Retardo

People's Sick Day, Economic Blackout and Discord

A movement called "The People's Sick Day" is circulating on TikTok and Discord, calling for a three-day economic blackout where participants stop working and spending. To prevent corporate interference, organizers claim they will only announce the specific dates 48 hours in advance.

Adam & The Robot
Episode 1798 48:23 - 52:09

1798: Adam & The Robot

Blackout the System Economic Protest Website

A new digital movement called "Blackout the System" is calling for a massive economic protest on September 17th. The website encourages participants to adjust W-4 tax withholdings, withdraw money from major banks in favor of credit unions, and cancel corporate subscriptions. The hosts analyze the site's high production value and its claims of participation across 28 countries.