This episode delves into the intriguing findings from the paper "Robots and Jobs: Evidence from US Labor Markets," focusing on how the spread of robotics and automation technologies impacts jobs and wages. We explore the authors' unique approach to analyzing these effects in U.S. local labor markets, examining the distinct consequences of robots compared to other technological changes. The episode discusses the balance between local and aggregate impacts, with insights into future implications as robotics technology advances. Join us for an in-depth look at the evolving relationship between automation and the labor market.