Episode
Across the Bar Podcast, Episode 47 - Mr. Beast & Unwell's Toxic Workplaces, Labor Secretary Out & Meta Is Watching Your Keystrokes
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- Across The Bar Podcast
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- Apr 24, 2026
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- 2060
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Summary
Employment attorney Peter Rahbar and journalist Laura Brounstein break down this week's biggest stories at the intersection of news, work, and the law ā straight from a beautiful spring day in New York City. š¹ This week we cover: š¬ Toxic workplace allegations at Mr. Beast & Unwell ā what these high-profile cases reveal about the real dangers of hiring family members to run your company, and what every founder needs to know before they hand the keys to a spouse or cousin š©āš¼ Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer's resignation ā another woman out of Trump's cabinet; Peter and Laura break down the pattern, the allegations, and what no employer should ever tolerate āØļø Meta tracking employee keystrokes "for AI training" ā is that really what's going on? Peter and Laura dig into employee surveillance, what's legal, and why this is a massive morale problem š¼ Layoffs vs. buyouts ā Meta cuts 8,000 jobs while Microsoft offers voluntary buyouts; why the distinction matters and what employees need to know about their rights in each scenario š¤ When your boss is a boomer about AI ā why managers pushing AI too hard (or too clumsily) are demoralizing their teams and driving people out the door š¹ Grab a drink and join the conversation. š Subscribe for weekly episodes on the laws shaping your work and life.