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EPISODE · Jan 20, 2026 · 33 MIN

Having A College Degree Is Losing Its Edge In The Job Market

from In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons · host WBEZ Chicago

College used to be a reliable path to a professional career. Now, facing an increase in layoffs and a difficult job market, some workers say it’s not enough. In The Loop learns more about why this is happening and what it means for both workers and the economy. We sat down with New York Times reporter Noam Scheiber, and Sarah Rand, a strategic communications consultant. For a full archive of In the Loop interviews, head over to wbez.org/intheloop.

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