The Many Futures of Work: Rethinking Expectations - Breaking Molds

The Era of the Platform Economy

April 26, 2022 Peter A. Creticos Season 1 Episode 1
The Era of the Platform Economy
The Many Futures of Work: Rethinking Expectations - Breaking Molds
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The Many Futures of Work: Rethinking Expectations - Breaking Molds
The Era of the Platform Economy
Apr 26, 2022 Season 1 Episode 1
Peter A. Creticos

Martin Kenney from UC-Davis and John Zysman, Professor Emeritus from UC-Berkeley share their thoughts and research about the era of the platform economy.  What is the platform economy and how is it manifested?  What are some of the common business strategies? What are the consequences for workers? For Mainstreet businesses? What are possible policy actions that can level the playing field for workers and non-platform businesses?

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Martin Kenney from UC-Davis and John Zysman, Professor Emeritus from UC-Berkeley share their thoughts and research about the era of the platform economy.  What is the platform economy and how is it manifested?  What are some of the common business strategies? What are the consequences for workers? For Mainstreet businesses? What are possible policy actions that can level the playing field for workers and non-platform businesses?