4 chapters across the catalog
A new study from Sheryl Sandberg's "Lean In" organization finds that 60% of male managers are now uncomfortable participating in common workplace activities with women, such as mentoring or business travel. The hosts discuss the unintended consequences of the MeToo movement, suggesting that fear of litigation is causing men to avoid professional interactions with female colleagues.
Chuck Schumer Mentorship, Ocasio-Cortez Cadence, Anthony Weiner
The hosts suggest that Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a hand-picked successor for Chuck Schumer's political machine, intended to replace the void left by Anthony Weiner. They note similarities in her speech cadence to Hillary Clinton and her physical resemblance to Huma Abedin. The segment questions the authenticity of her "outsider" status, suggesting she has been groomed by high-level Democratic leadership.
Me Too Backlash, Mentorship Decline, Weinstein Company Bankruptcy
A survey by the Lean In Foundation found that the number of men reluctant to mentor junior women has tripled due to the "Me Too" movement. The segment also covers the bankruptcy of the Weinstein Company and the resignation of the chairman of Latham & Watkins following "inappropriate sexual communications." The discussion touches on the potential for women to "set up" men for financial gain.
Welding Techniques, Personal Anecdotes and Safety
A personal tangent about welding experiences. One host describes learning arc welding and CO2 welding as a teenager, including a painful incident where they welded without a mask for 15 minutes. They discuss the importance of mentorship and the technical differences between various welding methods.
