The podcast episodes discuss the Writers Guild of America strike and the key issues surrounding it, such as the challenges faced by TV writers, the importance of collective bargaining, and the impact on the entertainment industry.

In the episode Adam Conover is Running for Office, Adam Conover talks about his experience being on the negotiating committee during the Writers Guild strike and the demands they were able to secure from major studios.

Similarly, the episode "Succession," "Extrapolations," and TV Writing Today (w/ Dorothy Fortenberry and Will Arbery) delves into the reasons behind the impending Writers Guild of America strike, highlighting the challenges faced by TV writers and the importance of collective bargaining.