Nose to the Grindstone: A History of American Work Ethic

The Labor Day holiday offers some of us a much-needed break from
work, but most Americans don’t get much vacation time. In this
episode, the Guys look at American attitudes towards the value,
meaning, and importance of work. We examine the meaning of the
Puritan work ethic, and how race and class are often more important
than hard work in determining achievement. We also ask why a strong
work ethic has long been a key part of what it means to be
American.

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