Episode 307

In this episode of rAADio, Armita Peirovani, and Alejandro Marin discuss the ethics surrounding fair compensation and the question of whether architects should unionize or not. They highlight the recent conversations and movements around unions in the architectural profession, referencing the unionization efforts at Bernheimer Architects and the New York Times article on architects confronting their bosses. The hosts draw parallels between the struggles of architects and other professions, such as Hollywood screenwriters, who have used unions to demand better pay and working conditions. They explore the complex dynamics of compensation, authorship, and work-life balance in the field of architecture. The episode delves into the distinction between white-collar and blue-collar jobs, challenging the outdated categorization and advocating for the recognition of all workers’ needs. The hosts emphasize the importance of solidarity and collective action in achieving better pay and benefits for architects.

Season 3 of rAADio is produced by Andy El Set, Alejandro Marin, Armita Peirovani, Francisca Alliende, Maria Candelaria Ryberg, Simran Raswant & Zhoufei Tang.

This episode of rAADio was brought to you by the guidance of Dean Andres Jaque and AAD assistant director Xiaoxi Chen, director and producer Max Lauter, composer and audio engineer Alex Hamadey, and recording engineer Alana de Vito.