What Makes Dirty Jobs Worth Celebrating?

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The discussion centers around the TED talk by Mike Rowe, which celebrates the value of "dirty jobs" and the importance of skilled labor in various industries. Participants express admiration for Rowe's insights and intelligence, highlighting the significance of health and safety policies in these fields. The conversation prompts reflections on the nature of routine work, with an emphasis on the respect and appreciation for those who perform essential yet often overlooked jobs. The overall sentiment underscores the need to recognize the contributions of workers in challenging environments and the societal value of their roles.
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loved it!
 
This is really awesome.
 
mgb_phys said:
For everyone who watches dirty jobs (I'm guessing most of us) and everybody who works in an industry with health and safety policies (a lot of us).

http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/mike_rowe_celebrates_dirty_jobs.html

I hadn't appreciated what a smart and interesting guy the presenter is

So how would you comment or what is your opinion on routine work i.e. what the guy is talking about?
 
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