Best Iww Podcasts (2026)

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How Can Workers Build Power in the South This Year? TVLR 1/3/26 1:29:04

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Welcome to 2026! We'll be opening the show with some of what to expect in Alabama politics this year, along with some important stories about the TVA and construction projects across the country. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks a…

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OVERTIME: The Making of a Union Organizer w/ Jaz Brisack - TVLR 12/27/25 1:00:14

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We've got a couple of pretaped interviews, one with independent labor reporter Kalena Thomhave about home care worker rights, and another with renowned union organizer Jaz Brisack. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they c…

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Union Members COMPLETELY VINDICATED as DOGE Collapses, a Failure - TVLR 12/27/25 1:48:57

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We've got a compilation of our DOGE coverage from the last year. We think it's aged well, what say you? ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond. …

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OVERTIME: The King of Union Talk Radio Comes on Our Show - TVLR 12/20/25 51:35

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We've got a wide ranging conversation with Ed "Flash" Ference, host of America's Workforce, the only daily union talk radio program in the country, about the state of the US and the labor movement. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks…

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Sam Seder EXPERTLY Predicted Trump's Second Term With Us in February - TVLR 12/20/25 1:59:41

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We've got a pretaped interview with producers of the Alabama Solution, discussing the making of the movie and the state of Alabama's prisons. We also have an interview with Sam Seder from earlier this year talking about Trump's second term in the early days that has aged rather well. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio sh…

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OVERTIME: The US House Passes Protect America's Workforce Act, What Does That Mean For Federal Workers? TVLR 12/13/25 1:24:48

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In OVERTIME, we're joined by Chris Dols, Executive Director of the Federal Unionists Network to discuss the House's passage of the Protect America's Workforce Act, and what to expect from federal workers in 2026. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, …

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Fighting for Stronger Labor Protections on a Tennessee Nuclear Project - TVLR 12/13/25 1:29:58

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In the first half of the program we talk to Randy Hadley - president of the RWDSU Midsouth Council about their recent string of victories in Alabama. We also are joined by Beau Hawk, Business Representative for the Knoxville Building and Construction Trades Council about fighting for a Project Labor Agreement and building solidarity between unions.…

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OVERTIME: Is It Time to Abandon the Democrats? This Report Says Maybe - TVLR 12/6/25 1:34:39

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In OVERTIME, we've got Les Leopold and Jared Abbott on to talk about their recent report that shows the Democratic Party weighing down populists in swing states. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and…

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Southern Communities are FIGHTING to Hold Hyundai-Kia Accountable - TVLR 12/6/25 1:30:22

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In the first half of the program, we've got Lance Ingwersen on to talk about how campus workers are building power in Alabama. We also talk to Will Tucker about how southern communities are fighting back against Hyundai-Kia. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness …

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OVERTIME: Teamsters for a Democratic Union Endorses Sean O'Brien, What Does That Mean? TVLR 11/29/25 1:21:42

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We take a look at the TDU endorsing O'Brien and talk through some of the tensions. Leave us your thoughts at 844-899-TVLR. We also explain "right to work" laws, and why they're bad. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they …

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Union Members React to Doug Jones Gubernatorial Campaign - TVLR 11/29/25 1:29:29

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We ask the big questions about Doug Jones' campaign. Can he win? Can he make a difference even if he doesn't? Also, we bring you an exciting story of building worker power in the public sector in Mississippi. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educ…

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OVERTIME: The Case for Optimism About the Labor Movement w/ Dave Kamper 1:01:49

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We get an update from a Minneapolis educator about how they won a new contract after a credible strike threat. We also talk to Dave Kamper about his new book - Who's Got the Power? ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they c…

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How Elon Musk's Company Got Huge OSHA Penalties Disappeared - TVLR 11/22/25 1:29:04

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We have a Starbucks worker in Alabama talk about the union's strike. We also talk to a former OSHA official about how Elon Musk got OSHA citations disappeared in Nevada. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the s…

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OVERTIME: Republicans are Firing Workers Over Protected Political Speech - TVLR 11/15/2025 1:24:08

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We focus on how Republicans are firing workers for protected speech. We also give you an update on the GTA union busting, Starbucks workers, and more. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing r…

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New Orleans Nurse BREAKS DOWN Hospital Greed - TVLR 11/15/25 1:29:27

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We take your calls at 844-899-TVLR. We talk about how Trump is waffling between calling affordability a con job and saying he needs to work on it, and how he seems dead set on hiding the Epstein files. We also talk to a nurse in New Orleans who just came off a strike. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, e…

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OVERTIME: How State and Local Governments Can Advance Workers Rights Even Under Trump - TVLR 11/8/25 1:13:28

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We talk to Terri Gerstein about how workers are winning strong laws and protections at the state and local level. We talk to a teacher from the Minneapolis Federation of Educators about the strike they'll be going on next week. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairne…

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NEW REPORT EXPOSES Hyundai's Abuse of Prison Labor in Alabama Supply Chain - TVLR 11/8/25 1:23:57

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We talk about how the AEA has been in the news a lot lately, and break down a new report on prison labor in the Hyundai supply chain. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to w…

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OVERTIME: AFA-CWA President Sara Nelson on Building Worker Power - TVLR 11/1/25 1:19:42

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We've got Sara Nelson, President of the flight attendants union on to talk about the labor movement, Trump, and working class politics. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to…

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Why Privatizing the TVA Would be TERRIBLE for EVERYONE in the Tennessee Valley - TVLR 11/1/25 1:28:21

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We talk to David Clark, Director of Labor Relations with the United Way of Central Alabama about their work in the state. We also have a panel of folks talking about the TVA and the threat of privatization: Daniel Tait, Executive Director for Energy Alabama - a clean energy nonprofit; Zachary Barber, Representative for the Office and Professional E…

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OVERTIME: Jesse Baum Sheds Light On Dollar Store Workers - TVLR 102525 1:19:37

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In OVERTIME, we're talking to a reporter who's done some really cool reporting on pre-majority unionism in the south. We'll also be talking about a recent hearing on labor law and the faster labor contracts act. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, e…

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Volkswagen's Bad Faith Bargaining Might Result in a Strike - TVLR 10/25/25 1:29:08

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We've got a lot to talk about today, but we don't have many guests so we'll also have plenty of time for calls! 844-899-TVLR if you want to call in. In the first half of the program, we're talking about the shutdown, responding to your emails, and giving you the latest on Volkswagen UAW negotiations. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only un…

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OVERTIME: Shutdown Continues as Trump Puts American Workers Last - TVLR 10/18/25 1:14:21

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We got Seth Harris, a top labor policy advisor for the Biden administration on to talk about politics and labor. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and…

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North Carolina's Unions Have a New, Young Leader: Braxton Winston - TVLR 10/18/25 1:29:23

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We talk about the shutdown and its impacts throughout the program today. We also have Lew Drass, a letter carrier from Huntsville on to talk about their union. We also have Braxton Winston, the North Carolina AFL-CIO president on to talk about his presidency and worker power in North Carolina. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union tal…

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OVERTIME: Trump FIRED More Federal Workers, We Talk to Their Local Union President 50:18

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We dive into the shutdown and how federal workers are reacting. We'd love to hear your thoughts! 844-899-TVLR ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and be…

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Local TV News Workers Explain How Nexstar is Exploiting Workers and Raking in Billions - TVLR 10/11/25 1:29:02

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We talk more about the library situation in Huntsville. We're also talking to folks about Nexstar and their exploitation of local TV station workers. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing re…

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OVERTIME: Should We Give Up on Building a Militant Labor Movement? TVLR 10/4/25 1:26:58

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We talk about the retaliation against last week's guest, who was fired for whistle blowing. We also react to an article written by a former Teamster who thinks that union reform efforts should be abandoned. And we'll take your calls at 844-899-TVLR ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles f…

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The Shutdown is Normal Folks Versus Billionaires - TVLR 10/4/25 1:29:26

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By Jacob Morrison and Adam Keller

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OVERTIME: How to Respond to Charlie Kirk's Assassination Like a Unionist - TVLR 9/27/25 1:54:29

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We talk to Meagan Day about the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination and how to respond like a unionist. We also take a look at attacks on social security, and talk to a whistleblower in the Department of Housing and Urban Development. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justi…

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UAW Responds to Volkswagen's "Final" Offer - TVLR 9/27/25 1:29:36

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We talk about the potential government shutdown, and how Huntsville is funding cops over libraries. We talk to Geoff Meldahl, a member of the Ironworkers Local 704 in Chattanooga and president of the labor council over there. AND we break down the state of negotiations between Volkswagen workers and the UAW ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the …

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OVERTIME: What Teachers Are Facing Under Trump - TVLR 9/20/25 1:37:20

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In OVERTIME, we'll be breaking down some of the big labor news of the week, like the latest on Starbucks bargaining, nurses winning union elections, and more. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and br…

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Union Members React to Cancel Culture - TVLR 9/20/25 1:29:12

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Jacob is out, Whitney Washington is hanging out with us today! In the first half of the program we'll be talking to Matt Fullone about an exciting new campaign to secure a community benefits agreement at Neptune. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, …

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OVERTIME: Reacting to the Really Bad Hearing on "Anti-Semitism" in Unions - TVLR 9/13/25 1:56:37

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We talk to Colin Smalley of IFPTE about federal sector labor law enforcement, react to the recent congressional hearing on anti-Semitism, and take a look at Shawn Fain's recent town hall. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how…

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The Devastating Conditions of Alabama's Prisons - TVLR 9/13/25 1:23:26

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We talk to Matt Whalan and Eddie Burkhalter about Alabama's prisons. We also have AFM Local 80 president on to talk about the musicians union. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant …

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OVERTIME: Unions RESPOND to MASSIVE ICE Raid in Georgia 1:28:53

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Luis Robledo, Senior Organizer for Jobs to Move America's Southern Team calls in to talk to us about the ICE raid in Georgia and them community's response. Additionally, Brian Garcia, a hotel worker on strike in Houston, talks to us about how UNITE HERE Local 23 is fighting for a $23/hr wage. We also give you an update on the GE strike. And we take…

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Chat, Are We Cooked? TVLR 9/6/25 1:29:13

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We talk to Lori Wallach, Director of Rethink Trade about Trump's tariffs, what is wrong with them, and if we can recover. We also talk to folks at the Orion about some of the shows that are coming up here in Huntsville. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on th…

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OVERTIME: How Amazon Workers Are Building a Fighting Union with the Teamsters - TVLR 8/30/25 1:56:31

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We talk to Randy Korgan, Secretary-Treasurer of the Teamsters Local 1932 and National Director of the Teamsters Amazon Division about building a union at Amazon. We also take a look at recent UAW updates in Kentucky at GE and Blue Oval. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice a…

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Air Canada Flight Attendants DEFIED Back to Work Orders: Here's What Happened Next - TVLR 8/30/25 1:29:37

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We talk to Barry Eidlin, Canadian labor expert on to talk about the Air Canada flight attendants strike and potential lessons for US workers. If you have any thoughts you can leave us a voicemail at 844-899-TVLR ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, e…

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OVERTIME: UAW Member RESPONDS to Bari Weiss' FP Hit Piece 1:44:06

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Nick Livick, UAW member, responds to a recent Free Press article attacking the UAW. We also take your calls! ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and bey…

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Did Elon Musk Kill the Right to Unionize? TVLR 8/23/25 1:29:26

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In the first half of the program we're talking to Michael Szpack about Labor in the Pulpit. We're also talking about the recent 5th circuit decision saying the NLRB is unconstitutional. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how t…

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OVERTIME: How Federal Workers Can Fight Like a Union Without Union Rights - TVLR 8/16/25 2:10:51

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We talk to Bob Funk about LaborLab's recent report highlighting how often union busters fail to file mandatory documents with the federal government. We've also got a representative from FUN on to talk about their trainings on how to act like a union without formal recognition. We'll be wrapping up by talking to LaborNotes' Luis Leon about the Maus…

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How NASA Workers are Fighting to Protect the Agency - TVLR 8/16/25 1:28:48

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We talk to Matt Biggs, President of IFPTE about how NASA workers are fighting to protect the agency. We'll also have a profile of the UFCW's chemical workers council. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same…

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OVERTIME: Is There a Pro-Labor Abundance? TVLR 8/9/25 1:24:20

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In OVERTIME, we talk to Matt Huber about Abundance. We also talk to Mark Smith, a VA employee and NFFE member, about what's going on there. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant new…

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Social Security Worker Explains the Threats to Social Security from the Trump Administration - TVLR 8/9/25 1:29:05

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In the first half of the program we've got social security employee and AFGE member Jessica LaPointe on to talk about what's been happening inside the agency. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and br…

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OVERTIME: Reacting to Sean O'Brien's Dumb Podcast with Vivek Ramaswamy - TVLR 8/2/25 1:23:25

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In OVERTIME, we don't have any guests so we'll have plenty of time for calls: 844-899-TVLR. We'll be talking about the jobs report, Sean O'Brien's interview with Vivek, and more. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can…

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TVA Unions are FIGHTING BACK Against Privatization Push - TVLR 8/2/25 1:19:37

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NOTE: We incorrectly identified Robert Michel as one of the folks doing anti-union persuader work. The persuaders name is Richard. We regret the error, see more below. In the first half of the program we talk to a NOLA nurse about their negotiations with UMC, and we have a panel of officers from TVA unions to talk about the possibility of the Trump…

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OVERTIME: A Teamster on Sean O'Brien - TVLR 7/26/25 1:22:46

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Jacob talks to Rick Smith about Sean O'Brien, and Adam talks to Courtney Smith about organizing. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond. Our sin…

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This Top 100 Talk Radio Host is Mad at Trump - TVLR 7/26/25 1:50:21

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It's a special pretaped episode and we've got a line-up of brand new pre-recorded interviews and special clips, including Jacob talking with radio host Rick Smith about the Teamsters and the effects of Trump's presidency so far, an interview with a member of the local firefighter union, and more. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union …

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OVERTIME: How Trump is Making it Easier and Cheaper for Bosses to Put Workers Lives at Risk - TVLR 7/19/25 1:34:52

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Jordan Barab joinED to talk about attacks on worker safety protections, and David Allen, a UPS Teamster, joinED to talk about the buyouts. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news…

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How the UAW is Building Power in the South and Cooperating with Workers Overseas - TVLR 7/19/25 1:29:09

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We talk to SMART Local 48 business manager Daniel Walden about his union. We also hear from UAW Region 8 Director Tim Smith about his trip to Korea and some southern updates. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do …

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OVERTIME: Union Members React to "Micro-Retirement" "Gen-Z Trend" - TVLR 7/12/25 1:29:04

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We talk to Kim Kelly about her new book. We react to more dumb business speak. We take calls! You can also leave a voicemail at 844-899-TVLR. https://www.gofundme.com/f/tyree-ford-philadelphias-dc33?lang=en_US&v=amp14_t2 ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on t…