CWA Hour of Power

This week’s episode honors the legacy of labor pioneer Eugene “Gene” Mays while equipping listeners with the tools to strengthen union democracy. Reginald Small leads Union 101 Part 3: Dues, Dollars & Democracy, breaking down how member contributions empower collective action. Mikeya Jones highlights National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, emphasizing workplace support for parents and caregivers. The hosts cover the CWA Minority Caucus Convention, celebrating leadership and organizing victories, and revisit the human cost of immigration enforcement in Collateral Grief: When Immigration Raids Hit Home. Timmia Wiley exposes the latest offenders in Union Buster of the Week. The team reflects on the CWA 80th National Convention, with a potential appearance by National President Claude Cummings Jr., and Tay Akins closes with Tea With Tay: Debate Without Hate, sharing insights from the convention floor and the power of civil discourse.

This week’s episode continues the education and empowerment with Union 101 Part 2: Know Your Rights, where Reginald Small walks listeners through essential protections every worker should understand. Mikeya Jones dives into Stronger Together, exploring how social wellness and union power go hand in hand. Errol, Tay, and Mikeya lead an inspiring conversation with Derrick Lewis II of the NAACP, highlighting youth leadership and the rising generation of changemakers. The hosts unpack Collateral Grief, a hard-hitting segment on the emotional and economic toll of immigration raids on working families. Timmia Wiley names names in Union Buster of the Week, exposing another threat to organizing efforts. Surviving the Cycle focuses on breaking patterns that keep workers trapped in systemic inequity, and Tay Akins closes with Tea With Tay: The Privilege to Opt Out, calling out who’s doing the real work—and who benefits from staying silent.

This episode opens by honoring disability rights activist Rick Hansen, whose global wheelchair journey challenged perceptions and championed accessibility for all. Reginald Small leads Union 101: The Power of US, breaking down the basics of union strength and member rights. All hosts tackle Not for Show: Real Activism vs. Performative Activism, calling out surface-level gestures and uplifting those in the trenches. It’s Better in a Union – Our Labor of Love reminds listeners why solidarity still matters. Timmia Wiley returns with another sharp Union Buster of the Week expose. Mikeya Jones highlights International Self-Care Day, tying mental wellness to worker justice, followed by The Fierce Urgency of Labor, where Reginald interviews David Marshall on the state of labor today. Tay Akins closes out with Tea With Tay: The Privilege to Opt Out, a critical look at who carries the weight in the fight for change and who conveniently sits it out.

This week’s episode honors the fearless human rights work of Dzikamai Bere and kicks off with a spotlight on Sarcoma Awareness Month, raising visibility for rare cancer warriors in our communities. The hosts come together for a bold conversation titled The Fierce Urgency of Now, reminding listeners that labor, civil, and human rights cannot wait. We take listeners to North Carolina for From Workers to Workers, featuring guests Aiden Graham and Denise Jackson, who are rebuilding the South through direct action, one conversation and one door at a time. Timmia Wiley calls out corporate misconduct in the Union Buster of the Week segment, naming those profiting from silencing worker voices. Tay Akins closes the show with a powerful “Tea With Tay” segment, The Hell You Create, unpacking how toxic systems are built—and how we fight to dismantle them.

As Pride Month comes to a close, this week’s show honors the legacy of Harvey Milk and uplifts the continued fight for justice, equity, and worker power. The hosts, Reginald, Errol, and Timmia, kick off with a hard-hitting conversation on congressional budget cuts, asking: Who really pays the price? Special guests Elena Lopez and Tysianna Marino join to break down the impact on our communities. The team dives into the truth about so-called “Right to Work” laws, exposing how they sell out workers and strip away hard-won protections. Timmia Wiley returns with Union Buster of the Week, naming and shaming those who continue to profit from exploitation. The episode closes with a bold look at Medicaid cuts and the broader war being waged on working people in Whose Side Are You On? A challenge to lawmakers and labor alike to stand up and fight back.

This week’s episode honors the fearless activism of Fannie Lou Hamer and continues the fight for justice through the voices of today’s labor leaders. The show opens with Mr. Lew Moye, reflecting on his legacy and resilience in the face of adversity. Reginald Small leads a vibrant Pride Month spotlight, celebrating LGBTQIA+ power and visibility in labor spaces. Special guest Eric Hall joins to discuss the urgent crisis facing Job Corps students and the uncertain futures many young people now face. Instead of her usual Union Buster segment, Timmia Wiley brings listeners something special: Opal’s Walk—a tribute rooted in legacy, endurance, and inter-generational strength. Tay Akins brings it home with “Tea With Tay,” exposing the disconnect between leadership and membership in Boardroom Blues: When Union Politics Forget the People.

This week’s episode honors the legacy of medical pioneer Dr. James Bowman while spotlighting the strength and resilience of National Cancer Survivors Month. Reginald Small leads a powerful conversation on how middle-class jobs are under attack, and what that means for working families and union power. The hosts amplify the essential role of constituency groups, the heartbeat of our movement and the power behind the people. Timmia Wiley calls out eBay as Union Buster of the Week for their anti-worker practices and union suppression. Errol and Reginald shine a light on young changemakers in Honoring Leadership Under 40, and the team reflects on the powerful formation of CBTU Richmond, building momentum for the movement ahead. Tay Akins closes the show with “Tea With Tay,” reminding us that in this fight, there are no reserved seats and no silent mouths—only collective action and unapologetic truth.

This week’s episode features powerful conversations at the intersection of health, equity, and activism. We’ll kick off with a focus on May as National Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month, highlighting the environmental and workplace triggers that disproportionately impact frontline and marginalized workers. We’ll uplift young activist Mari Copeny, whose advocacy reminds us that even the smallest voices carry enormous power. The show will emphasize that Solidarity Voting is Non-Negotiable because every vote shapes the policies that govern our jobs, communities, and futures. Timmia Wiley exposes this week’s Union Buster for cutting broadband access in rural and underserved areas, attacking both digital equity and worker access. The hosts continue exploring The Great Unraveling and the urgent need to defend civil rights in today’s volatile climate. Tay Akins returns with “Tea With Tay,” serving truth on the Act Your Wage movement and its connection to dignity and fair pay. The episode closes with a deep dive into constituency groups, where the pulse, the power, and the people come together to drive lasting change.

This week’s show honors the legacy of labor legend Addie L. Wyatt while tackling urgent issues affecting working people today. We begin by recognizing May as American Stroke Awareness Month, focusing on how health equity and workplace conditions intersect. The hosts remind listeners that mental health is a union issue because no one should have to choose between a paycheck and peace of mind. We’ll dig deep into Project 2025, exposing how proposed rollbacks cut people, not corporate waste. Timmia Wiley names Hand & Stone as Union Buster of the Week for silencing workers and undermining organizing efforts. Tay Akins serves up a fresh pour in “Tea With Tay,” challenging the idea that working young activists are being invited to the table, but please don’t give us No Kids Menu. The show also takes a hard look at how Black lives and labor are devalued in sanitation and essential services through a segment called Flushed Away. We’ll reinforce that Solidarity Voting Is Non-Negotiable and close by examining The Great Unraveling—a powerful call to protect civil rights in the face of rising threats.

This upcoming episode dives into the many layers of justice, from skin safety to civil rights. We’ll recognize May as an awareness month with a focus on melanin, melanoma, and heat exposure, because skin safety is union safety. Special guest David Marshall joins Reginald Small in the Human Rights Spotlight to address the growing fight to protect our VA healthcare system with a clear message: VA is not for sale. The hosts take listeners on a global journey from apartheid to asylum, exploring how international human rights violations are connected to the struggles of workers today. Timmia Wiley names Trader Joe’s as the Union Buster of the Week, shedding light on their anti-union behavior. Tay Akins returns with a special “Tea with Tay” segment brewed in solidarity, linking labor rights, mental health, and the healing power of unity. We'll also emphasize why solidarity voting is non-negotiable in building a just future, and close with an urgent look at why civil rights still matter in today’s unraveling political climate.

Don’t miss it! This episode is a rally cry for every worker, every voter, and every voice that refuses to be silenced.

This episode centered Indigenous justice and human rights through a powerful labor lens. Mikeya Jones opened with a stirring call to action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People, reminding us that labor must stand with those still missing and those still fighting for justice. Reginald Small’s Human Rights Spotlight issued a #SOS, highlighting urgent crises facing frontline communities. The hosts welcomed guest Vanessa Noise to unpack the fight to save Oak Flat, a sacred site threatened by corporate greed and environmental destruction. Timmia Wiley named and shamed another corporate violator during Union Buster of the Week, keeping listeners alert and organized. Tay Akins delivered a powerful Tea with Tay segment on the overlooked mental health battles in Indigenous communities. The show closed with a vital conversation on The Great Unraveling—an unflinching look at why civil rights still matter and why labor can’t afford to look away.

On this powerful May Day episode, the hosts of OUR Power honored workers’ struggles, victories, and mental well-being. Mikeya Jones opened the conversation by recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month, urging labor spaces to prioritize healing and emotional justice for every worker. Reginald Small’s Human Rights Spotlight uplifted voices fighting at the intersection of justice and dignity. The hosts reflected on how our choices shape the conditions we live in at work, in policy, and in our communities. Timmia Wiley exposed another corporate offender during Union Buster of the Week, reminding us why collective power matters. “Have The Day You Voted For” delivered a sharp reality check on political accountability. Tay Akins brought heart and fire with a truth-filled Tea with Tay, and the episode closed with a message of solidarity in The Allies: United for Every Worker—a call for intersectional unity in the labor movement.