Why Teens Stopped Working

Teenagers today are far less likely to work than previous generations. This episode explores the long decline in teen labor force participation and tries to identify some possible causes. The conversation also turns personal, with reflections on the skills we gained from working early. Along the way, we debate whether teenage jobs still provide important lessons in responsibility, communication, and independence.

In this episode, we talk about:

* Why teen labor force participation has fallen so dramatically since the 1970s

* Whether modern teenagers value independence differently than previous generations

* How working as...