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The Power of Our Vote; How Do We Make Sure Our Voices Are Heard? Sep 17, 0026

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Errol Minor opens a show centered on one connecting theme: the power of our vote, the power of our voice, the power of organized labor, and the impact government decisions can have on everyday lives. Tay Akins leads Tea With Tay, asking whether younger generations still believe elections can make a difference, whether people are becoming more focused on issues than political labels, and what happens when frustration turns into disengagement. David Marshall continues the conversation in the Marshall Minute, examining the importance of voting and why individual decisions matter in a democracy. The entire team then moves from the ballot box to the human consequences of public policy with “When a Monitor Becomes a Mark: The Death of Pierre Damas Bel and the Human Cost of Immigration Enforcement,” continuing the journey from ankle monitors to deportation flights and examining what happens to workers, families, and communities when temporary immigration protections end. Throughout the show, one question connects every conversation: When decisions are being made that affect our lives, our workplaces, and our communities, how do we make sure our voices are heard?

Power, Leadership, Mentoring, and Accountability; The Human Cost of Immigration Enforcement Sep 10, 0026

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Errol Minor opens the show before Reginald Small brings a timely Human Rights Issue, challenging listeners to consider how decisions involving technology, government, and institutions can affect the rights and dignity of working people. Tay Akins then returns with Tea With Tay, bringing her unmistakable perspective to a conversation about power, leadership, mentoring, accountability, and what happens when the people we help develop begin to grow beyond us. The entire team then comes together for “When a Monitor Becomes a Mark: The Death of Pierre Damas Bel and the Human Cost of Immigration Enforcement,” continuing the discussion about immigration enforcement, Haitian families, human dignity, and the real people living behind the policies and headlines. Timmia Wiley closes the show with Union Buster of the Week, reminding listeners that whether the fight involves immigrant rights, human rights, or worker rights, we cannot pick and choose when solidarity matters—an injury to one is an injury to all.

March on Washington; Building Resilience Through Resistance; Ankle Monitors to Deportation Flights Aug 27, 0026

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Errol Minor opens the show by welcoming Charlie Ramos from CWA’s National Human Rights Department to discuss the upcoming March on Washington and why workers and human rights activists are mobilizing in our nation’s capital. The hosts then ask, “When the Lights Come Back On, Do We Stop Asking Questions?”—examining what happens when struggling communities disappear from the headlines but the underlying inequities remain. The team also looks back at the 2026 CWA Human Rights Conference, reflecting on Building Resilience Through Resistance and the lessons participants are taking back into their unions and communities. The conversation turns to government power and human dignity with “When a Touch Becomes a Weapon,” examining proposed electric-shock gloves for ICE officers and the human rights concerns surrounding their use. The show closes with “From Ankle Monitors to Deportation Flights,” confronting what happens to Haitian migrants and other vulnerable communities when temporary protections end—and challenging labor to remember that human rights are worker rights, and solidarity cannot stop at the workplace.

When Grief Marches; When Security Meets Human Dignity; When the Watchdog Weakens Aug 06, 0026

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Errol Minor opens the show with a preview of the upcoming CWA National Human Rights Conference, highlighting the importance of bringing together advocates, organizers, and union members to advance justice and equality. The hosts then lead “When Grief Marches: Human Rights, Civil Rights, and the Value of Every Life,” examining how public demonstrations of grief can become powerful calls for accountability and systemic change. The conversation continues with “When Security Meets Human Dignity: Haitian Migrants, Ankle Monitors, and the Rights We All Share,” exploring the balance between immigration enforcement, human dignity, and fundamental rights. The show also asks “When the Watchdog Weakens: Who Protects Workers' Rights When Enforcement Changes?”, discussing how shifts in labor enforcement affect unions, workplace protections, and workers seeking justice. The episode concludes with Timmia Wiley's Union Buster of the Week, exposing another challenge to worker rights while reinforcing the importance of solidarity, vigilance, and collective action.

Is Equal Education Still a Human Right?; The Leaders We Need Are Already Here (Cont.) Jul 30, 0026

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Errol Minor opens the show with a discussion of the upcoming CWA National Human Rights Conference, highlighting why bringing together labor leaders, civil rights advocates, and community organizers is essential to advancing justice for working people. David Marshall follows with the Marshall Minute, offering thoughtful insight on the issues shaping today's labor movement and the importance of staying informed and engaged. The conversation then turns to “The Price of Opportunity: Is Equal Education Still a Human Right?”, examining the growing divide in educational access, the funding gap between institutions, and why education remains one of the most important pathways to economic mobility and workplace equity. The hosts continue with “The Leaders We Need Are Already Here: Why Union Members Make Some of America's Best Leaders,” exploring how union members develop the leadership, problem-solving, and advocacy skills needed to strengthen their workplaces, communities, and democracy itself. The episode concludes with Timmia Wiley's Union Buster of the Week, exposing attacks on worker rights and reinforcing the power of solidarity, organizing, and collective action in protecting the future of working people.

CWA National Human Rights Conference; The End of Reading?; The Leaders We Need (Cont.) Jul 23, 0026

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Errol Minor opens the show with a continued discussion of the CWA National Human Rights Conference, highlighting the conversations, training, and organizing strategies that are strengthening the fight for workers' rights and human rights. David Marshall follows with the Marshall Minute, offering timely insight on the issues shaping today's labor movement. The hosts then continue the important conversation, “The End of Reading? Is Labor Entering a Post-Literate Era?”, examining how declining reading habits and the rise of digital media are affecting workers' understanding of their rights, contracts, and the labor movement. The show also explores “The Leaders We Need Are Already Here: Why Union Members Make Some of America's Best Leaders,” showcasing how everyday union members develop the leadership skills, resilience, and commitment needed to strengthen their workplaces and communities. The episode concludes with Timmia Wiley's Union Buster of the Week, exposing attacks on worker rights and reinforcing the power of solidarity and collective action.

CWA National Human Rights Conference; The End of Reading?; The Leaders We Need Are Already Here Jul 16, 0026

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Errol Minor opens the show with a discussion of the upcoming CWA National Human Rights Conference, highlighting the importance of education, activism, and building power through collective action. David Marshall follows with the Marshall Minute, offering thoughtful perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing workers today. The hosts then revisit “Is There a New Movement? Democratic Socialism and What Is It? Socialism vs. Capitalism,” breaking down the differences between these systems and why the debate is becoming increasingly relevant. The conversation continues with “The End of Reading? Is Labor Entering a Post-Literate Era?”, exploring how declining reading habits and the rise of short-form media may be changing the way workers understand their rights and engage with their unions. The show concludes with “The Leaders We Need Are Already Here: Why Union Members Make Some of America’s Best Leaders,” highlighting how everyday workers develop the skills, courage, and experience to lead their communities. Timmia Wiley closes the program with Union Buster of the Week, exposing attacks on worker rights and reinforcing the importance of informed, engaged union members.

The Loneliness Epidemic; Whose America Did We Celebrate?; Democratic Socialism and What Is It? Jul 09, 0026

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David Marshall opens the show and delivers the Marshall Minute, setting the stage for an engaging conversation about the issues shaping workers, communities, and the nation. The hosts then examine “The Loneliness Epidemic: Why We’re More Connected Than Ever... Yet More Alone Than Ever,” exploring the growing impact of isolation on mental health, workplaces, and society. The discussion continues with “250 Years + 5 Days: Whose America Did We Celebrate?”, taking an honest look at whose stories are included—and excluded—in the nation’s history. The second half of the show tackles “Is There a New Movement? Democratic Socialism and What Is It? Socialism vs. Capitalism,” breaking down the differences between these economic systems and why the conversation is gaining momentum in America. The hosts then revisit “Waste, Fraud & Abuse: One Year Later—Did We Find It, and Did Working People Benefit?”, examining whether promises of government efficiency translated into meaningful results for everyday Americans. The episode closes with Timmia Wiley’s Union Buster of the Week, exposing another challenge to worker rights while reinforcing the importance of solidarity, accountability, and collective action.

How Dehumanization Becomes Normalized; Men's Mental Health; We’re All on the Same Team Jun 25, 0026

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David Marshall opens the show by Continuing the Conversation: From Toys to Terror – How Dehumanization Becomes Normalized, Part 2, taking a deeper look at how harmful stereotypes, indifference, and the erosion of empathy can shape the way societies treat entire groups of people. The discussion challenges listeners to recognize the warning signs of dehumanization before they become normalized. The show continues with “Men, All Pause: The Strength Is the Emotion,” a candid conversation about mental health, vulnerability, and the importance of creating spaces where men can express emotions without stigma. David follows with the Marshall Minute, offering reflection on the power of understanding, accountability, and human connection. All hosts then come together for “We’re All on the Same Team: What Human Rights Looks Like When Community Comes Together,” highlighting how diverse communities can find common ground and build collective power through respect, dignity, and shared purpose. The episode concludes with Timmia Wiley’s Union Buster of the Week, exposing attacks on worker rights and reinforcing the importance of solidarity in the fight for justice.

The Cost of Apathy; Why Strong Unions Mean Strong Communities, Strong Rights, and Strong Freedom Jun 04, 0026

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Errol leads a powerful conversation about participation, power, and the consequences of silence. The show opens with “The Cost of Apathy: Why So Many People Sit Out While Others Decide Their Future,” examining what happens when people disengage from voting, organizing, and civic life—and how that disengagement impacts labor rights, civil rights, and democracy itself. David Marshall follows with the Marshall Minute, offering timely reflection on responsibility, action, and community. The hosts then explore “Why Strong Unions Mean Strong Communities, Strong Rights, and Strong Freedom,” connecting the labor movement to broader struggles for human rights, civil rights, women's rights, LGBTQIA+ rights, and economic justice. The show closes with “The New Boycott Movement: Can Workers Vote With Their Dollars?”—a thought-provoking discussion on economic activism, consumer power, and whether workers, unions, and communities can use their spending power to influence policy, protect rights, and drive social change. This episode is a call to move from apathy to action and from frustration to organized power.

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