In past recessions, women have tended to fare better than men. But now the trend is reversed, with women losing the majority of jobs. There are fears that progress on workplace participation and wage equality could disappear overnight. 



Guest: *7am* producer Ruby Schwartz.




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In past recessions, women have tended to fare better than men. But now the trend is reversed, with women losing the majority of jobs. There are fears that progress on workplace participation and wage equality could disappear overnight.  Guest: *7am* producer Ruby Schwartz. For more information on today’s episode, visit <a href="www.7ampodcast.com.au">7ampodcast.com.au</a>. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

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In past recessions, women have tended to fare better than men. But now the trend is reversed, with women losing the majority of jobs. There are fears that progress on workplace participation and wage equality could disappear overnight.&nbsp;&n...

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