S2E9: The History of Work with Jan Lucassen

Host Jason Dressel talks with historian and author Jan Lucassen about the history of work as chronicled in Lucassen’s book “The Story of Work: A New History of Humankind.” They cover topics including the evolution of hunting and gathering societies, the development of farming and agriculture, the Industrial Revolution and, most recently, the proliferation of remote work. Lucassen also shares what the future might hold for labor markets. Company history comes alive with “History Factory Plugged In.” We explore the rich heritage of major organizations and delve into industry trends in this thought-provoking podcast. If you have questions, comments or ideas to share, please email us at [email protected].