November 2, 2015
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#106 Abuse And Ethics At The Walrus
The Walrus is in meltdown: stories of office bullying, exploitation and workplace chaos are leaking from "Canada's best magazine". Three of the people at the centre of the controversy speak.

The Walrus is in meltdown: stories of office bullying, exploitation and workplace chaos are leaking from “Canada’s best magazine.” Three of the people at the centre of the controversy speak.

Our investigative feature of this story, mentioned in the podcast: Meltdown at the Walrus by Jane Lytvynenko and Jesse Brown.

The Walrus’ November 2015 cover story: Busted by Kyle Wyatt.

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