Meet the Working Class | Hard Earned | ENDEVR Documentary
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Published 2023-01-08
Watch 'Hard Earned - Episode 2' here: • The Broken American Dream | Hard Earn...
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Hard Earned is a documentary series that puts aside economic debates and follows five families around the country to find out what it takes to get by on $8, $10 or $15 an hour. The series turns an intimate lens on this group of 21st century American dreamers as they fight against all odds to thrive when it takes everything they have to simply survive. Characters represent geographically and ethnically diverse multigenerational Americans.
As Emilia celebrates her 50th birthday, she takes stock of her career as a waitress and struggles to hold onto her house. DJ gets frustrated with working conditions at Walgreens and starts talking to his co-workers about how to make a change. Clerical worker Jose and his girlfriend Elizabeth look for a way to move out of their parents’ basements and give their son his own bedroom.
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All Comments (21)
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Hard Earned - Episode 2: https://youtu.be/q3dj2v0m1bQ Hard Earned - Episode 3: https://youtu.be/WH4C-bfjz5k Hard Earned - Episode 4: https://youtu.be/UWLlyQb-tp0 Hard Earned - Episode 5: https://youtu.be/5EIuVxHsvmI Hard Earned - Episode 6: https://youtu.be/jSuIanjztQg
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This documentary was made in 2012 or 2013. Ten years ago is an eternity ago financially. Everything is extremely worse now. An updated documentary is practically mandatory.
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I worked in retail once again this past year. It was literally soul crushing. The toxic co-workers, the toxic customers, not having a life outside of work because of the crazy hours I was working. The day I quit, I literally got sick. My body was like sit down NOW! it’s so hard to maintain self care in those types of jobs real talk.
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This documentary is ten years old. It's probably more relevant now than ever before. The grind is real.
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Just came across this video. Almost in tears. I live in Chicago and know the places they're showing. Just to see these hardworking people struggling like this is so heartbreaking. I hope and pray they're in a better place now.
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"tired of always depending, for my money, on how other people feel about me" Same.
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My sister was a server (waitress) for many years. It's very difficult physically carrying those heavy trays. And she said it so well, tips depend on how much people like you when you serve them. Also always working weekends & holidays is tough especially if you have kids and/or a partner. She finally opened her own coffee/dessert/sandwich/ gelato shop (plus event catering) 10 years age & is doing well. 🙏
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"People ask me what my dream is. I don't have one". Emilia We hear you. We hear all of you. WE ARE YOU. My love and respect to you.
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Watching videos like this keeps me humble. I had to work 2-3 jobs just to get by and now I’m able to take care of my household without much fear of not having enough. Going through those struggles helps me not to take what I currently have for granted and know that things can go right back to the way they were. So I stay grinding and keep that hunger and ambition in order to keep moving forward. I do my best to let people know that financial problems can be temporary if you’re willing to do whatever it takes!!
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The politicians wouldn’t be able to survive on minimum wage but I guess it doesn’t affect them so they don’t care
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" It's called The American Dream because you have to be asleep to believe it " - The late great George Carlin .
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Takita and DJ, working so hard! I truly hope they are in a better place today. They are providing a great life for their kids. It is so important for kids to experience that love and commitment.
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I worked in 13 Walgreens stores in Central Florida... The company ABUSES good hardworking employees and makes the most pathetic people management (who get intimidated by anyone who can do their job better than them and will do everything to keep you down)! Something is SERIOUSLY wrong with this company! The stores are totally rundown and neglected! A 360 is needed in this badly run organization!
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Not that it’s important at all, but Emilia looks absolutely fabulous for her age. Especially given the very strenuous and physically/mentally draining jobs she has.
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I love watching these type of documentaries. It's humbling.
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I’ve come to realize the smartest decision I’ve made is deciding to not have kids. I see so many people struggling with kids.
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As a Latino it sucks because you’re responsible for your parents bad decisions because they didn’t take into account like hey I’m going to get old one day. And assume their kids will take care of them. My sister and I are breaking that cycle it’s not fair to your kids. That mentality needs to stop.
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My husband and I got married really young but we didn't have our child until 14 years later. I am glad we were able save lots of money, bought a house and we don't have to live from paycheck to paycheck.
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Would love to have an update on these individuals in 2023.
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This video, while very outdated, is a great example of how important it is that public transit services work for all and not just some.
