Labor Is Art

Labor Is Art

Author: Union City Radio May 14, 2026 Duration: 2:00
On today’s Labor Radio Podcast Daily: The Labor Heritage Power Hour spotlights worker culture, frontline care work, and why “labor is art.” In labor history, Milwaukee brewery workers launched a strike in 1953. Quote of the day: George Bancroft. @wpfwdc @AFLCIO #1u #UnionStrong #LaborRadioPod Proud founding member of the Labor Radio Podcast Network. Produced by Chris Garlock, Patrick Dixon and Harold Phillips.

Each day, Labor Radio-Podcast Daily brings you a concentrated dose of the voices and stories driving the modern labor movement, curated by Union City Radio. This isn't just a headlines feed; it's a curated blend of immediate news, deep-dive interviews, and historical context drawn from the broad network of worker-focused shows. You'll hear directly from organizers on the ground, analysis of workplace trends, and discussions on economic policy that actually affect people's jobs and livelihoods. Woven into the daily updates are segments dedicated to labor history, reminding us how past struggles shape current fights, and timeless quotes that capture the enduring spirit of collective action. For anyone interested in the intersection of business, news, and social justice from a worker's perspective, this podcast serves as an essential, daily briefing. It connects the dots between today's picket lines and yesterday's battles, offering both information and inspiration in a format designed for listeners who want to stay informed beyond the mainstream narrative. Tune in for a clear, unfiltered look at the forces shaping work and workers' rights.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Voting Rights and the Long Shadow of Matewan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Solidarity Means Showing Up [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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