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The Rational Workforce

The Rational Workforce

Written by: Marc Moschetto
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 Common sense insights into the completely irrational world of work. The Rational Workforce is a place dedicated to looking at the news, people, policies, and programs that are shaping today’s world of work in a way that strips away the jargon and pushes back on political correctness.(c) 2026 The Rational Workforce Careers Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Success Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Work, Joy & the Death of Cancel Culture

    Work, Joy & the Death of Cancel Culture
    Mar 4 2026
    Let's face it - some people are just addicted to getting offended by everything, whether it impacts them or not. BUT... I think they're increasingly in the minority. Everywhere you look - politics, entertainment, pop culture - there are signs that Outrage, Inc. may be on the way out. This episode takes a look at some of the early indicators that, despite the odds, joy, hope, and levelheadedness just might be staging a comeback. Smart workplaces (and the HR pros who support them) will see the tide turning and react accordingly. Those who don't... well... from Bud Light to Target, we've seen how misreading cultural cues can hurt a business. No one is talking about abandoning principles, but a more rational approach just might win the day. 00:01 - Intro 02:24 - Jennifer Sey and the consequences of speaking up @ work 03:51 - Joy is staging a comeback 04:21 - Signs of rationality in politics 06:57 - Sports figures aren't taking the outrage bait 09:26 - Entertainment is trending away from the woke 13:34 - Using -ists and -isms as sword and shield 14:43 - A fork in the road: outrage fatigue @ work 21:06 - Closing
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    22 mins
  • Work, Joy & the Death of Cancel Culture

    Work, Joy & the Death of Cancel Culture
    Mar 3 2026
    Let's face it - some people are just addicted to getting offended by everything, whether it impacts them or not. BUT... I think they're increasingly in the minority. Everywhere you look - politics, entertainment, pop culture - there are signs that Outrage, Inc. may be on the way out. This episode takes a look at some of the early indicators that, despite the odds, joy, hope, and levelheadedness just might be staging a comeback. Smart workplaces (and the HR pros who support them) will see the tide turning and react accordingly. Those who don't... well... from Bud Light to Target, we've seen how misreading cultural cues can hurt a business. No one is talking about abandoning principles, but a more rational approach just might win the day.
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    22 mins
  • The Workforce Strikes Back

    The Workforce Strikes Back
    Feb 11 2026
    Tired of AI ghosting your job applications and being treated like garbage during your job search? In 2026, workers are fighting back! Some major class-action lawsuits against HR tech vendors, exposing hidden biases and secret scoring that reject qualified candidates (especially over 40) without a fair shot. Discover how these cases could level the playing field, why employers are scrambling, and real options like going independent to reclaim your career power. 00:01 - Introduction 01:51 - Corporate America & The Courts 02:35 - Workday Class Action Suit 04:01 - Worktech AI Systems 101 04:41 - Workday Class Action Suit (Continued) 05:58 - Eightfold.ai Class Action Suit 08:16 - What This Means for Job Seekers 08:59 - The Employer/Tech Provider Blame Game 10:00 - What This Means for HR & Employers 11:36 - How AI (and HR) Stacks the Decks Against Workers 15:02 - How YOU Can Fight Back 18:18 - Wrapping Up
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    20 mins
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