Episode 589
WTF Microsoft!
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589 WTF Microsoft!
NATIONAL DAY: Don’t Step on a Bee Day.
BIRTHDAY: Sofía Vergara (born 1972) — Actress known for Modern Family (Gloria).
THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1962 — Telstar 1, the first active communications satellite, was launched.
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MICROSOFT THANKS ALL AMERICAN EMPLOYEES!
American workers out. Foreign workers in?
Microsoft is facing criticism after laying off approximately 1,600 employees while reportedly securing thousands of foreign worker visas in recent years. Supporters argue skilled-worker visas fill critical talent shortages. Critics say American workers are being shown the door while companies continue hiring overseas talent.
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SHOW CREDITS:
Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio
Audio credits and Producer Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs
Cast:
Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker
Aaron of I had to Say it
Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show
Supporters:
Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News
Josh Roberts from New Hampshire
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