Uplifting activist Mei-Ling Chen; January’s Awareness Month; When the Systems Fail

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.