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The Not So Scientific Method

Remember the scientific method? The one they taught you in school with the hypothesis (or whatever) to get to the facts and therefore the truth? In dealing with a world full of opinions and questionable data, best friends Jamie and Noreen delve into the facts. We’ll spend one week breaking down all the data on a certain topic and then spend the next week chatting with an expert on that subject. No topics are off the table, so get ready to learn about everything from reality TV (maybe the Kardashian’s are actually geniuses?) to decriminalizing drugs. Check out our website: https://nssmpod.wixsite.com/notsoscimethod

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Should we switch to 4 day work weeks?

June 01, 2021 • Season 2 • Episode 20

Noreen has kind of an issue, guys -- her fiance has a 4-day work week and she doesn't. But, alas, stemming from this bitterness comes a whole new episode of "The Not-So-Scientific Method" in which she and Jamie take a closer look at a work week that's only four days long, and what kind of plus and minuses comes with it. The pluses? Extra day off for a weekend trip. Minuses? Well...they'll get back to you.

Articles Referenced:
TheConversation.com - "Economics of a four-day working week: research shows it can save businesses money"

MedicalDaily.com - "Are There Health Benefits To A 4-Day Workweek?"

News.OSU.edu - "Why a four-day workweek is not good for your health"

WeWork.com - "The pros and cons of a four-day workweek"

Today.YouGov.com - "Most Americans would prefer a four-day work week"