Designing Women S3 E7 - The Evil Money-sucking, Cash-whoring, Decorator Monster

In an unexpected twist, LBT “Schoolhouse Rocks” audiences in 1989 about fair labor practices. Meanwhile, in a tale as old as time, Mary Jo gets ripped off by a body shop. And poor Anthony misses the turn at “the Big Chicken” (if you know, you know).

Stick around for this week’s "Extra Sugar", where we take a look at workers’ rights in the U.S. and the South. You know, keepin’ it light.

Dig deeper with these reads:

• Starbucks workers drive nationwide surge in union organizing

• Union Members Summary - 2021 A01 Results

• Why unions are growing and shrinking at the same time

• What Caused the Decline of Unions in America? - Pacific Standard

• Approval of Labor Unions at Highest Point Since 1965

• Majorities of adults see decline of union membership as bad for the U.S. and working people

• What Unions Do | AFL-CIO

• Right to Work Laws

• The Pros and Cons of Joining a Labor Union | Fox Business

• Despite public support, Southern unions still face barriers to growth

• Right-To-Work Laws Are Good For Workers

• How the South Became Anti-Union - Flagpole

• Perks Members Of Congress Give To Themselves – The Selfie Report

More on some in-show references:

• The Tucker Was the 1940s Car of the Future | History| Smithsonian Magazine

• The Big Chicken | Marietta.com

Come on, let’s get into it!

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