Ep 252 Who Protects the Worker - Paternalism or Freedom

I like to listen to a variety of podcasts one of which is The Jimmy Dore Show. I generally like the things they say and the topics they discuss but Jimmy Dore and friends often try to champion the worker as if they can't help themselves. As a worker myself, I take exception to that implication.
Are they correct in thinking that workers are vulnerable and need protection from their superiors... or do they just need more freedom?