Does the gender wage gap explain the story?

An example of Simpson's Paradox?

Are low wages keeping men away?

Will more demand lead to higher wages?

What about shortages in "masculine" fields?

What about when the Baby Boomers are gone?

How will AI impact "pink-collar" jobs?

America keeps talking about manufacturing — but the labor market is growing elsewhere.

In this Q&A, Justin Wolfers answers audience questions and responds to subscriber comments from his recent episode diving into the gender gap in recent job growth. Topics addressed include: how the gender wage gap fits into the story, what’s standing in the way of more men entering care jobs, and whether the demand for labor in traditionally masculine fields has been overhyped.

It’s a discussion about economics, politics, and culture — and part of a larger conversation that’s only just beginning.

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America keeps talking about manufacturing &mdash; but the labor market is growing elsewhere.
In this Q&amp;A, Justin Wolfers answers audience questions and responds to subscriber comments from his recent episode diving into the gender gap in recent job growth. Topics addressed include: how the gender wage gap fits into the story, what&rsquo;s standing in the way of more men entering care jobs, and whether the demand for labor in traditionally masculine fields has been overhyped.
It&rsquo;s a discussion about economics, politics, and culture &mdash; and part of a larger conversation that&rsquo;s only just beginning.
Subscribe on Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@PlatypusEconomics">https://www.youtube.com/@PlatypusEconomics</a>
Subscribe on Substack 👉 <a href="https://newsletter.platypuseconomics.com">https://newsletter.platypuseconomics.com</a>
Follow on Social Media @PlatypusEconomics and @JustinWolfers

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The Future of Work Is Care—Can Men Adapt? | The Professor Is In

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