Labor Radio-Podcast Daily

The Spirit of Dead Workers Is All Around Us

On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: America’s Work Force explores the haunting legacy of John Henry and the songs born from the pain and pride of Black railroad workers. In labor history, trade unions formed the Federation of Organized Trades and Labor Organizations, which became the AFL in 1881. Quote of the day: Leadbelly.

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Bernie on Debs: A Vision Beyond Capitalism

On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: Senator Bernie Sanders joins the Labor Heritage Power Hour to reflect on labor hero Gene Debs and his enduring vision for justice and equality. In labor history, Karen Silkwood was killed in a suspicious crash while exposing nuclear safety violations in 1974. Quote of the day: Bernie Sanders.

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The Case That Made Scabby a Free Speech Symbol

On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: The Worker’s Mic breaks down the federal case that affirmed Scabby the Rat’s protection under the First Amendment — and what it means for labor picketing today. In labor history, on this date in 1954, Ellis Island closed after welcoming 12 million immigrants to America. Quote of the day: Molly Ivins.

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“We’re in a real fight”

On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: Organising for a Change digs into the reform vote and the real fight ahead for labor. In labor history, on this date in 1919, a deadly clash between American Legionnaires and Wobblies erupted during the Armistice Day Parade in Centralia, Washington. Quote of the day: Eugene Victor Debs.

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Growing Repression in Serbia

On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: LabourStart reports on escalating union repression in Serbia, where workers are being fired and demoted for political reasons. In labor history, Hormel workers in 1933 staged one of the first sit-down strikes of the decade. Quote of the day: Gordon Lightfoot.

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Professionalizing the WNBA

On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: Union Strong talks about efforts to professionalize the WNBA—ensuring players have the facilities, training, and support they deserve. In labor history, GE executive Lemuel Boulware dies, remembered for “Boulwarism.” Quote of the day: IUE President Paul Jennings.

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No Rules? No Way at Casa Bonita!

On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: The Labor Heritage Power Hour talks with a Casa Bonita performer in Denver who walked out on Halloween for fair pay and safety. In labor history, a 1922 explosion in Spangler, Pennsylvania killed 79 miners after the company ignored deadly gas warnings. Quote of the day: historian Sarah Bond.

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Off the Clock and Out of Uniform

On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: From the Bipartisan Buzz podcast, a look at what postal workers can and can’t do on the clock. In labor history, the 1916 Everett Massacre left seven dead and dozens wounded. Quote of the day: Eugene V. Debs.

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Practice Solidarity

On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: From the Workers Beat Extra podcast — what we have to do in the short- and long-term interests of union members. In labor history, Steelworkers at Bridgestone/Firestone won their jobs back after a two-year strike. Quote of the day: Will Rogers.

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Elected Power and Political Will

On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: The Labor Notes podcast looks at what it really means for elected officials to wield — or waste — their power. In labor history, California voters pass Proposition 22, exempting gig companies from classifying drivers as employees. Quote of the day: Wendell Phillips.

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