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Podcast: The Peoples Voice Podcast
Episode: The Hidden Exploitation of Vacation Cruise Line Workers
Description: Some vacation cruise lines have faced accusations of treating workers unfairly. Some reported issues have been include very long work hours, low or late pay and poor living or health conditions onboard. Many cruise ship employees come from countries such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and India, where working overseas is a common way to support their families. Because these jobs are so important to them and their families, some workers may be afraid to report problems. They might worry about losing their jobs, being sent home early, or not being hired again in the future. Critics say that even though...