Ep. 251 - Fast Food Reacts to Minimum Wage Hike

Summary On this episode we discuss how the fast food industry is reacting to the new $20 minimum wage, the confusion around who qualifies, and how this will negatively impact workers rather than help. Make sure to check out our full site at www.californiaunderground.live Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Discussion of Minimum Wage 03:07 Anecdotal Story Time and Fast Food Industry Reaction 11:14 Exemptions and the PaneraGate Scandal 20:38 The Annual Increase in Minimum Wages 33:01 Introduction to the $20 Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers 39:09 Challenges Faced by Businesses and Potential Job Losses 53:54 The Impact on Cafeteria Workers in Public Schools 57:36 The Barrier of Minimum Wage and Entry-Level Job Opportunities 01:05:11 Concerns about Automation and Job Outsourcing 01:08:08 Considering the Economic Impact and Drawbacks of Minimum Wage Policies