As Strikes Drag On, Financial Stress Sets In For Hollywood Workers
#148: The Writers' and Actors' strikes continue to drag on with no deal in sight. It's starting to take its toll on these artists as its been months since many of them have made any income.
Reports of evictions and other hardships are starting to hit the headlines. But some help could be available for those who need a little extra financial help.
Guest: Keith McNutt. Executive Director, Western Region, Entertainment Community Fund (formerly known as the Actors Fund), which is helping creatives get through these tough times by giving out anywhere between $400, 000 to 700,000 in grants per week, plus other support.
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