CWA Hour of Power

This episode opens with Errol setting the stage for a powerful discussion as the show also recognizes Women’s History Month. Mikeya Jones leads the Women’s History Spotlight by honoring trailblazing activist and former congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, highlighting her legacy of courage, representation, and unwavering commitment to justice.

Tay Akins begins the conversation with Tea With Tay – “Culture,” exploring how culture shapes identity, community, and the way movements organize and respond to injustice. David Marshall follows with the Marshall Minute, offering insight and reflection on current social and political realities impacting working people. The hosts then examine “Florida Under Fire: Labor, Rights & Reality Check,” unpacking the political and economic pressures facing workers and unions in the state. In “Taxed From Every Direction,” all hosts discuss how working families are being squeezed by rising costs, policies, and economic structures that disproportionately burden everyday people.

The conversation continues with “Culture Is Not Racism,” where the hosts confront the ongoing debates around identity, heritage, and how cultural expression is often misunderstood or weaponized in public discourse. Mikeya Jones then delivers the awareness segment, connecting national awareness efforts to labor, health, and community well-being. Timmia Wiley closes the program with Union Buster of the Week, calling out actions and institutions undermining workers’ rights and reinforcing the importance of solidarity and accountability within the labor movement.

The February 26, 2026 episode of CWA “OUR” Power Radio Show marks the close of Black History Month with a reflective and forward-looking conversation about labor, rights, and collective responsibility. Errol opens the show by grounding the moment in history and movement, lifting up activist Ashanti Gholar as a symbol of modern civic engagement and organizing power.

Tea With Tay – “Labor Is Back” with Tay Akins sets the tone, examining the resurgence of worker organizing and what it means for Black communities moving from survival to strategy. David Marshall’s Marshall Minute follows with sharp context on accountability, memory, and why movements stall when we forget the lessons of the past. In a deeply grounded conversation, Errol Minor hosts “An Injury to One—But Do We Mean It?” with CWA 7250 members from Minneapolis, digging into solidarity, cross-union responsibility, and whether the labor movement truly shows up when it counts.

All hosts then take on the urgent truth that rights are not permanent, unpacking how quickly protections can erode without vigilance, participation, and power. Mikeya Jones closes the awareness segment by tying Black History Month’s legacy to present-day struggles, before Timmia Wiley delivers Union Buster of the Week, reminding listeners that accountability doesn’t pause just because the month ends. The message is clear: Black history isn’t a chapter—it’s a charge.

In the heart of Black History Month, Errol opens the show by centering the ongoing struggle for justice, power, and truth, while lifting up the work and impact of Matthew Desmond, whose research exposes the deep connections between poverty, housing, and inequality. Tea With Tay – “The Bald Eagle” with Tay Akins challenges national symbolism versus lived reality, asking who freedom truly serves and who is still waiting to feel it. David Marshall follows with the Marshall Minute, grounding the conversation in accountability, history, and moral clarity.

Reginald Small leads a powerful Human Rights Spotlight honoring Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., highlighting his enduring legacy across civil rights, labor justice, and coalition-building. All hosts then tackle the unfiltered truth in “You Can’t Separate Labor from Politics,” breaking down how policy, power, and organizing are inseparable for working people. The discussion continues with “The SAVE Act: The Truth & the Lie About Voting,” unpacking voter suppression, misinformation, and what’s truly at stake for democracy. Mikeya Jones closes with an awareness segment connecting current struggles to community impact, followed by Timmia Wiley’s Union Buster of the Week, calling out NIKE and reinforcing the demand for worker accountability and justice.

During Black History Month, Errol opens the show by grounding the conversation in the ongoing fight for dignity, freedom, and collective power, while highlighting the work and impact of activist Nia Evans. Tea With Tay – “The Driveway” returns with Tay Akins, unpacking hard truths about responsibility, belonging, and what it means to truly show up for one another. David Marshall delivers the Marshall Minute, connecting current struggles to the deeper moral and economic stakes facing working people.

All hosts then lead a powerful discussion, “No Human Is Illegal: Human Rights, Immigration, and the Truth We Don’t Talk About,” centering immigrant voices, confronting myths, and framing immigration as a core labor and human rights issue. Mikeya Jones provides an awareness segment highlighting critical issues impacting workers and communities, and Timmia Wiley closes with Union Buster of the Week, once again calling attention to NIKE and the ongoing need for corporate accountability and worker justice.

In honor of Black History Month, Errol opens the show by centering the conversation on justice, resilience, and community power, while spotlighting activist DeRay Mckesson for his leadership in civil rights and social advocacy. Tay Akins kicks off Tea With Tay with “The Driveway,” a segment exploring personal and collective accountability in the fight for equity. David Marshall delivers the Marshall Minute, offering insight on strategy, solidarity, and the moral imperatives facing workers today.

All hosts then engage in Sharing Power Without Panic, a dynamic discussion on collaboration, communication, and equitable decision-making, followed by a conversation on Bridging Generational Perspectives in Unions and Organizations, exploring how experience, innovation, and mentorship intersect to strengthen movements. Mikeya Jones raises awareness on key social and health issues affecting workers and communities, and Timmia Wiley closes the show with Union Buster of the Week, calling out NIKE for practices that undermine worker power and accountability.

Errol opens the show by setting the tone for a powerful and reflective conversation, while recognizing activist Merisol Vega and her work rooted in justice and community advocacy. David Marshall’s Marshall Minute anchors the hour with a sharp reflection on power, accountability, and the moral choices facing our movements. The discussion then expands during Tea With Tay, as Tay Akins and all hosts examine “When Power Becomes a Human Rights Violation,” unpacking how unchecked authority harms workers, families, and entire communities.

The hosts continue by asking “Who’s at the Center?”—a collective examination of whose voices are prioritized and whose are ignored in labor, policy, and human rights decisions. This leads into a candid conversation on truth and denial, confronting how people are often pressured to reject the reality they see with their own eyes. The show then deepens with “Generations, Grief, and the Work We Carry – Part II,” exploring intergenerational trauma, resilience, and the responsibility passed from one generation to the next. The episode closes with Union Buster of the Week, as Timmia Wiley calls out NIKE, spotlighting corporate practices that undermine workers and reinforce why solidarity and collective power remain essential.

Errol opens the show by grounding listeners in the importance of movement-building and resilience, while lifting up activist Alejandro “Alex” Rivera and his commitment to collective justice. The conversation flows into Tea With Tay, where Tay Akins explores “Collective Power in Motion,” unpacking how everyday people transform shared struggle into organized action. David Marshall’s Marshall Minute delivers a timely reflection on truth, responsibility, and the moral choices facing working families today. Mikeya Jones then leads a deeply human discussion on “Generations, Grief, and the Work We Carry,” honoring how inherited struggle, loss, and hope shape labor, community, and purpose. The show closes with Union Buster of the Week, as Timmia Wiley calls out Tyson Foods for its pre-Christmas plant shutdown, examining the human cost of corporate decisions and why solidarity remains essential when workers are treated as disposable.

Errol opens the show by centering the mission of collective power and uplifting activist Mei-Ling Chen, whose work reflects the ongoing fight for justice and equity. David Marshall’s Marshall Minute sets the tone with a sharp reflection on leadership, responsibility, and the moment we’re living in. Mikeya Jones follows with January’s Awareness Month, connecting health, wellness, and social consciousness to the lived experiences of working people. Reginald Small leads a grounding conversation on Power, Purpose, and the People, focusing on how unions and communities turn shared values into real-world impact. All hosts then come together for a critical discussion, “Checks, Balances, and Accountability—When the Systems Fail,” examining what happens when institutions meant to protect democracy and workers fall short, and how people power fills the gap. The show closes with Union Buster of the Week, as Timmia Wiley exposes the ongoing anti-union legacy of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, reinforcing why accountability in media and labor rights still matters.

Errol opens the first show of the new year by grounding listeners in purpose and power, while highlighting activist Tariq Johnson and his commitment to justice and community accountability. The conversation begins with Tea With Tae, “The Truth Is a Threat,” setting the tone for an unfiltered discussion on why honesty, transparency, and courage are essential tools for movements that seek real change. All hosts then engage in a powerful dialogue on accountability, truth, and collective power, examining how workers and communities hold institutions and leaders responsible. David Marshall’s Marshall Minute sharpens the focus on strategy and moral clarity in this political moment. The hosts return together for “When Crows Attack Eagles: Strategy, Power, and Human Rights,” unpacking how power is challenged, protected, and reclaimed through collective action. The show closes with Union Buster of the Week, as Timmia Wiley breaks down Florida vs. Starbucks, exposing anti-union tactics and reinforcing why worker solidarity remains non-negotiable in 2026.

Errol opens the show as we spotlight activist Amani Mbatha for her commitment to justice and community empowerment. David Marshall brings this week’s Marshall Minute, followed by Mikeya Jones with December Awareness, highlighting key seasonal issues impacting workers and families. The hosts then dive into Housing Instability — The Oldest Labor Control Tactic, unpacking how displacement and insecurity have long been used to suppress worker power. The Union Dialogue: Conversations That Build Us continues with Episode 7: “The Cost of Silence: When Good People Look Away”, where David Marshall examines the consequences of inaction in the face of injustice. Timmia Wiley names New Seasons Market as the Union Buster of the Week, and the show closes with reflections on courage, accountability, and solidarity.

Errol opens the show as we honor activist Alondra de la Cruz for her work in social justice and labor advocacy. David Marshall delivers the Marshall Minute, and Mikeya Jones highlights key topics for December Awareness. The hosts explore Criminal Justice & Labor: Bail, Prisons for Profit, and Labor Precarity, diving into the intersections of incarceration, systemic inequality, and worker rights. The Union Dialogue: Conversations That Build Us continues with Episode 6: “The Economics of Empathy: Why Fairness Makes Fiscal Sense”, featuring David Marshall on the financial and social value of equitable workplaces. Timmia Wiley exposes Hyundai, Honda, and Volkswagen (U.S. plants) in this week’s Union Buster of the Week, and the show closes with reflections on solidarity, justice, and collective action.

This week, Errol opens the show as we spotlight activist Coco Gauff for her growing role in speaking out for fairness and youth empowerment. David Marshall delivers the Marshall Minute, followed by Mikeya Jones with an important Worker Wellness Awareness segment focused on staying mentally and emotionally grounded as the holiday season approaches.

The conversation continues with The Union Dialogue: Conversations That Build Us, featuring Episode 5: “Reclaiming Civility: How Respect Became Radical,” led by David Marshall. All hosts join Mikeya Jones in examining Education Access – Standardized Testing and Opportunity, exploring how testing shapes futures and reinforces inequities. Timmia Wiley exposes Walgreens in this week’s Union Buster of the Week, and the show closes out with final reflections and solidarity for workers everywhere.