DSA’s New Labor Organizing Program w/ Shayna E
NYC-DSA's Shayna Elliot joins us to talk about a major new organizing program.
Bruenig is DESTROYING Steven Crowder
We've got some new updates from Matt Bruenig's battle with Steven Crowder in the overall conflict between Crowder and "Not Gay Jared."
Rail Workers SLAM Feuding Union Leadership
We're joined by rail workers and members of RWU to talk about the aftermath of the near-strike in 2022 and how things are quickly getting worse for rail workers.
EXPLAINED: What Chevron Means for Federal Workers
Colin Smalley gives us an in-depth look at Chevron and how it will affect Federal Workers.
Candidates for IFPTE International Executive Board Explain Their Vision
We're joined by IFPTE presidents to discuss the future of the union and how workers can respond to our current political moment.
Texas Judge BLOCKS New Overtime Rule | LAST WEEK IN SOUTHERN LABOR
Last Week in Southern Labor (LWiSL) is a regular segment on the program where we give updates on the labor movement in the South — new organizing, union elections, strikes, walk-outs, collective bargaining wins and losses, related legislation, and more. Sign up to receive LWiSL and Boss Watch as weekly newsletters by contacting us: http://www.tvlr.fm/contact
Stagehands Get a TA in Hollywood
Adam has an update on the IATSE contract negotiations in Hollywood.
NO AC IN ALABAMA?? Absentee Huntsville Landlords NEGLECT Tenants
Landlords in Huntsville have left tenants high, dry, and overheated.
VERY WEIRD Coup Attempt in Bolivia
We quickly step outside the South and the U.S. to examine a coup attempt in Bolivia.
The Failed Southern Economic Model and How We Can Fix It - TVLR 6/29/24
We talk to Chandra Childers from the Economic Policy Institute about the Southern Economic Model. Otis Berryhill from the Iron Workers Local 477 talks to us about their apprenticeship program. Bolivia just experienced and beat back a mini-coup. In OVERTIME, we react to the debate from a union perspective. We also talk to rail workers about the recent spat between BLET and SMART, and bring you the latest on Not Gay Jared's labor troubles with Steven Crowder
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CALLER: Mercedes Workers Can Learn from the Company’s Backpedaling
A union worker calls in to give his perspective on the situation between Shawn Fain, the UAW, and Mercedes in Alabama.
Alabama’s New Economy: Brought to You By McKinsey & Company
Freelance journalist Gabriella Spielberg joins us to talk about a new move made by Alabama.
TEAMSTER: Sean O’Brien Speaking at the RNC is CONCERNING
After a hot year for the Teamsters and the UPS last year, Sean O'Brien is back in headlines and in the middle of internal controversy again as he seems to be getting a little too cozy with anti-worker Republicans...
Iowa Bosses Think They Can Break Child Labor Law
Iowa has been a hotspot for discussions and debates on child labor.
Explaining Labor Law Very Slowly to a Conservative Radio Host
Jacob joined Right Wing radio host Dale Jackson on his show to discuss the situation between the UAW and the Mercedes plant here in Alabama.
Arizona Vouchers DESTROY State Budget
We temporarily leave the south to check in on Arizona and see how their voucher program has been wreaking havoc on the state.
Alabama Politicians RAISE TAXES on Energy
Alabama lawmakers are looking to raise taxes on energy. And you once again have to ask the question: Who does this benefit...?
Missouri Tradeswomen ATTACK Josh Hawley for His Support for Butker | LAST WEEK IN SOUTHERN LABOR
Last Week in Southern Labor (LWiSL) is a regular segment on the program where we give updates on the labor movement in the South — new organizing, union elections, strikes, walk-outs, collective bargaining wins and losses, related legislation, and more. Sign up to receive LWiSL and Boss Watch as weekly newsletters by contacting us: http://www.tvlr.fm/contact
Bosses LIE About Minimum Wage Job Losses in California
There are a lot of bosses (and media corporations paid by the bosses) freaking out about how California's raising of the minimum wage allegedly led to the unemployment of thousands and thousands of workers... We take a look at these claims.
Unionizing Paid for this Guy’s Mortgage
This just proves that unionization "doesn't work". I mean, those dang "union dues" will get 'em every time, boys.
