Real Husbands of Hollywood (2013)
S05E02 Wal-Mart
Episode Overview
Penn & Teller delve into America's complex feelings towards Wal-Mart, examining both its positive and negative aspects as the nation's largest employer. They confront the director of the documentary "Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price," uncovering union campaigns aimed at discrediting the retail giant. In Chicago, they meet a young mother who has struggled with unemployment and explore how her situation shifted after Wal-Mart opened nearby. Additionally, they investigate the potential benefits of third-world sweatshops, searching for a glimmer of hope amid the controversy.