Topic: Gig Economy

Adam Curry reflects on the trauma experienced by the millennial generation, from the televised imagery of the Gulf War and 9/11 to the 2008 financial collapse. He describes how many young people entered the workforce with heavy student debt only to find low-paying jobs in the gig economy. This sequence of events, according to Curry, has led to widespread demoralization and a breakdown of the social contract.

Tyler Bennett discusses new Biden administration rules requiring 1099-K reporting for transactions over $600 on platforms like Venmo, PayPal, and eBay. He characterizes this as a direct attack on the middle class and the "underground economy" while the wealthy continue to receive tax breaks.