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The Valley Labor Report

Jacob Morrison and Adam Keller

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The Valley Labor Report is a weekly talk radio show from Huntsville Alabama hosted by Jacob Morrison and Adam Keller. We focus on organized labor, worker, civil and human rights. The show airs live every Saturday from 9:30AM – 11AM on both YouTube and WVNN Huntsville, 92.5 FM, on Saturdays at 5:00 AM on WHIV New Orleans, 102.3 FM, and on Tuesdays at 5:00 PM on WZZA Muscle Shoals, 1410 AM, and as a widely available podcast. We cover local, state, and national news for workers, by workers. The ...
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commonsens Americans.

Common Sense America

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I dicuss politics and other trendy topics in the news by giving my opinion backed up by researched. I would love to foster an environment where any one on the political spectrum can dicuss and bring up topics without being afraid of violence or backlash. Cover art photo provided by Jacob Morrison on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@jacobmorrison
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America’s Work Force Union Podcast provides a clear and unfiltered voice for the working people of America. Radio veteran Ed “Flash” Ferenc leads the discussion with a focus on topics that include the impact of labor unions in America, workers’ rights, legislative actions and labor-management relations. Featured guests include various labor leaders, politicians, journalists and more. America’s Work Force Union Podcast provides updates and information from sources around the United States and ...
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In this award winning podcast rugby league legend Rob Burrow has Motor Neurone Disease (MND), he asks seven questions to guests using his eye-gaze machine. Inspired by the number seven, which Burrow wore on his back when playing, episodes explore how sporting greats deal with adversity and how to celebrate the good at every opportunity. Burrow, who was 41, had lived with motor neurone disease (MND) since being diagnosed in late 2019. He died in June 2024. Producer: Tracy Gee. Digital Produce ...
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In this unique interview series, ex drug dealer and 3-time felon turned business mogul, educator and inspirational figure Jay Morrison will be highlighting the trials, successes and journeys of influential figures and overachievers who beat, leveraged or survived some of America’s most common and infamous traps...the Corner Trap, College Trap, Corporate Trap, Culture Trap & Correctional Trap.
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Black Jack

Dan Shaurette on Podiobooks.com

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BLACK JACK, is a new short story by Dan Shaurette, a prequel to his upcoming novel, BLACK CASTLE. Confidence artist Jacob Springer discovers that his mother, a Faierie, has been murdered in London. Can he track down her killer while the police have their hands full with Jack the Ripper's reign of terror? Featuring the voice talents of Dani Cutler, Emerian Rich, Glenn Hibburt, Jack Mangan, Lucie LeBlanc, Mat Weller, Murdo Morrison, Pete Lutz, Sean Young, Ted Wenskus, and Veronica Giguere. Thi ...
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Postgame Beers

Lupton Drinking Club

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And the ballgame is over! Time for postgame beers! Primarily focused on TCU Baseball, Postgame Beers is a podcast for horned frog fans, by Horned Frog fans. Hosted by Kyle Mulloy (Yellmk) and Jacob Sailors (The Master of Activities) with contributions from the entire Lupton Drinking Club, the guys talk some inside baseball while blending it with stories from the front row. Who needs press credentials when the LDC just asks the hard hitting questions while players are in the on deck circle. S ...
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"Flow is a moment, when suddenly, life is simple. It’s fun, it’s being close to nature, and it stimulates focus – which when combined can achieve clarity like no other. This is where moments of realisation are born” ... Or at least, that is how we describe it. Presented by Tara Howell, Co-Director of luxury adventure and world first Tasmanian tourism mountain biking business, Blue Derby Pods Ride, where Experiences are curated to help their guests ‘experience the flow’. Tara applies her real ...
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Thomas Edison, Toni Morrison, Lebron James, Halle Berry, Neil Armstrong, Gloria Steinem, eight U.S. presidents, Dean Martin, Dave Chappelle, The Wright brothers — The list of noteworthy people from Ohio is as long as it is diverse. Bob Hope, Steven Spielberg, Phyllis Diller, Jonathan Winters, John Glenn, Cy Young, John D. Rockefeller, George Steinbrenner, Ted Turner, The Isley Brothers, Lillian Gish — It’s not just long, some find it exhausting … unless you’re From Ohio. For whatever reason, ...
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Jacob Morrison, Co-host of The Valley Labor Report, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his conversations with building trades unions and government workers about the potential impacts the presidential election results could have on future work projects in Alabama. Morrison also discussed the lessons that unions could learn by …
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The America’s Work Force Union Podcast kicked off our coverage of National Apprenticeship Week by featuring the Acting U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Julie Su, who joined the show to discuss the importance of creating pathways to union jobs through Registered Apprenticeship Programs. Su also explained the difference between being the Labor Secr…
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Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications for the American Legion, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the December edition of the American Legion Magazine. Rich Fiesta, Executive Director of the Alliance for Retired Americans, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the potential impact the Presidenti…
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Kelli Price, Registered Nurse (RN) at Women & Infants Hospital and member of Service Employees Internation Union (SEIU) 1199 New England, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the Unfair Labor Practices (ULP) union staff has already faced from management. She also discussed how these led to an informational picket earlier this we…
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In OVERTIME, we're talking to a striking mental health worker about their struggle. We'll also explain that unions are not to blame for Trump's election. We'll take your calls! 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 h…
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We'll talk to Joel Bleifuss of Barn Raiser, formerly In These Times, about what the Trump election will mean for southern and rural working folks and their unions. We'll also take a look at how unions are reacting to the election. In OVERTIME, we're talking to a striking mental health worker about their struggle. We'll also explain that unions are …
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Alissa Reynolds, a journey-level Ironworker with Iron Workers Local 63, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast this Veterans Day to discuss her experience as an enlisted soldier with the U.S. Navy and what led her to join the trades. She also talked about the assistance provided by Helmets to Hardhats during the transition and how young vete…
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Andrew Strom, a labor lawyer and contributor to the OnLabor Blog, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the potential impacts the presidential election results could have on the National Labor Relation Board (NLRB). He also discussed holes in the National Labor Relation Act that have been exploited by corporations. Merrilee Logue…
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Dian Palmer, President of the Service Employees International Union Local 73, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how her union member husband helped guide her to a career with SEIU. Palmer also talked about the contract issues with the city of Chicago and the difficult negotiations workers at the University of Illinois went th…
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In OVERTIME, we're taking another look at the NALC TA and talking to Tyler Vasseur from the reform caucus in the union - Build a Fighting NALC (BFN). ✦ 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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Dave Megenhardt, Executive Director of the United Labor Agency, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the 2024 Year-end Report from the ULA and the annual Unsung Heroes of the Labor Movement Dinner. Greg Regan, President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss fun…
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Karla Hernandez-Mats, President of the United Teachers of Dade, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss their overwhelming union certification vote held in October. She also discussed the policy changes that established the need for yearly recertification votes for public unions. Tim Burga, President of the Ohio AFL-CIO, joined the…
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In the first half of the program, we're talking to a panel of baristas about the latest in the campaign to organize Starbucks. The International General Secretary of the Ironworkers Union will be on to explain why their union endorsed Kamala Harris for President, and we take a look at some of the UAW's political education program. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Val…
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David Harris, a member of American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 394, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how his life has changed since he began working a union job. He also talked about his experiences during his canvassing efforts in the Philadelphia area. Jared Abbott, Director of the Cent…
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Mylo Lang, a Machinists Union member at Boeing, talks about the new TA and why he is voting no. Chris Townsend talks about the issue of pensions generally. We take calls, and you can leave a voicemail at 844-899-TVLR(8857) ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on…
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Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to share updates on Intel and other construction projects in Central Ohio. He also discussed the demand for building unions to provide well-trained members to handle new construction projec…
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Kevin Cooper, National Political Director for the American Federation of Government Employees, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his career path to the AFGE. He also discussed how government policy has positively impacted organizing over the past few years and how members have reacted to educational opportunities around the e…
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In OVERTIME, we'll hear from workers who just unionized the NIH about their fight for a fair contract. We'll also take a look at the Boeing strike, where members just voted DOWN another tentative agreement. 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 for j…
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Jon Schleuss, President of The NewsGuild-CWA, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the decision by the owners of the Los Angeles Times and Washington Post to not publish presidential endorsements ahead of the November General Election. Schleuss also compared the difference between Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance crossing th…
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Merrilee Logue, Executive Director for the National Labor Office of the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her battle with breast cancer during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. She shared what she learned from her battle in hopes it will help others navigate their care post-diagnosis. Greg Ler…
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The National Association of Letter Carriers reached a tentative agreement with the postal service last week - we talk to National President Brian Renfroe about the agreement. Nurses in NOLA are on strike, we'll get a picket line report. Jd Vance is a SCAB. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating str…
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Brian Renfroe, President of the National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the union’s tentative agreement with the United States Postal Service. Renfroe also spoke about the NALC “Stamp Out Hunger” Food Drive and an increase in the number of letter carriers assaulted on the job. Dean Ni…
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Jason Lopes, Health Care Director for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and a business agent for Teamsters Local 25, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the new national master agreement for workers at the American Red Cross. He also discussed the union members in the healthcare industry and an extensive organizing cam…
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Daniel Bauder, President of the Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his journey to becoming the fourth president in the labor council's history. He also discussed their canvassing efforts and the vital role he believes central labor councils hold in the future of organized labor. Pat Gallagher, Pre…
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In OVERTIME, we talk to the Colorado AFL-CIO's Young Worker Organizer about her time organizing at Starbucks, give you the latest on the Boeing strike, 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…
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Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to provide an update on the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act. He also discussed how fire stopping education could assist the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development create safer properties.…
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Ron Bieber, President of the Michigan AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the restoration of collective bargaining rights for home health care workers in the state. He also discussed battling child labor violations in the state and how Ohio’s State Issue 1 is similar to Michigan's first step to repeal so-called “Right-…
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Adam and Jacob are in Birmingham for the troublemakers school, but we aren't leaving you hanging. In the first half, we talk to folks from UE and the UFCW about engaging union members and react to some of the latest from Donald Trump and JD Vance. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles fo…
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Tim Smith, Director of Region 8 of the United Auto Workers, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to give an update on the first contract negotiations at the Volkswagen plant in Tennessee. He also discussed issues with Stellantis and what led some members of UAW Local 129 to go on strike. Brian Poindexter, a Brook Park City Councilman and I…
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Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications for the American Legion, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about the November edition of The American Legion Magazine. He also spoke about the 70th anniversary of Veterans Day. Rich Fiesta, Executive Director of the Alliance for Retired Americans, joined the America’s Work For…
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U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and talked about the threat posed by the Chinese evading tariffs, reasons to prohibit China from dumping electrical vehicles in the U.S. and the Workers for Sherrod coalition. Jamie Becker, Director of Health Promotion for the Laborers’ Health and Safety Fund of Nor…
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In OVERTIME, we'll be joined by Stuart Eimer and Immanuel Ness to talk about their book on central labor councils. ✦ 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 a…
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Bryce Covert, contributing writer for The Nation, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about her recent article, “Tesla’s Toxic Culture Has Spread to Its New Plant in Austin.” Kenneth Rapoza, Coalition for a Prosperous America Industry Analyst, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and talked about his latest article, …
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Melissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers (OFT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) Votes Bus Tour. She also talked about a contract fight between the Lordstown Teachers Association and their school district, plus the potential impact of Ohio’s capital budget fun…
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Tesla and Elon Musk are getting SMACKED DOWN by Sweden's courts. Starbucks could ow a lot of money to union baristas. We talk to someone from North Alabama DSA about local libraries. In OVERTIME, we'll be joined by Stuart Eimer and Immanuel Ness to talk about their book on central labor councils. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union …
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Noah Smith, who writes the Noahpinion Substack blog, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his article, “Let us pause to appreciate the remarkable U.S. economy.” Jody Calemine, AFL-CIO Director of Advocacy, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about the effort by Congress to pass a Continuing Resolution to…
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Charlotte Landes, Organizing and Bargaining Committee member, and Lucas Oberholtzer, Contract Team member, from the Crooked Media Workers Union, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss a recently signed contract with Crooked Media that sets new industry standards. Catherine Turcer, Executive Director for Common Cause Ohio, appeared…
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Adam Keller, Co-host of The Valley Labor Report, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the annual Alabama Arise meeting and how the Arise staff received voluntary recognition to become Communication Workers of America (CWA) members. Len DiCosimo, President of the Cleveland Federation of Musicians, American Federation of Musicians…
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In OVERTIME, we've got Chris Townsend, a 25 year UE member who has a lot of experience dealing with Jack Welch and his management style, to give us a history lesson on the man responsible for destroying many an American company, including Boeing. We'll also take calls! 844-899-TVLR ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show…
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Chris Mills Rodrigo, Institute for Policy Studies Managing Editor, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss a report he authored called “Leveraging the CHIPS Program to create good jobs for all semiconductor workers.” Mike Knisley, Secretary-Treasurer of the Ohio State Building and Construction Trades Council, appeared on the Americ…
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Frank Mathews, Administrative Director for District 4 of the Communications Workers of America (CWA), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss which Presidential candidate and which Ohio Senate candidate will better support working Americans. Shane Wolfe, Business Manager of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local …
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In the first half of the program, we're diving deep into the longshore strike. Lots of bad takes out there and we're gonna set em straight! ✦ 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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Steve Hicks, President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 283, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the ongoing 34-day Teamsters strike at the Marathon Petroleum refinery in Detroit and urged the public to boycott Marathon gas stations. Jacob Morrison, President of the North Alabama Area Labor Council, appeared …
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Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer for the Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council (C/CO BCTC), joined the America’s Workforce Union Podcast to discuss Intel's recent announcement that it was awarded two large contracts. Hager also spoke about the opportunities for workers that come with the expected growth of Centra…
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Dr. Michael MacDonald, Director of Audiology for Birdsong Hearing Benefits, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the importance of hearing healthcare for working Americans, signs of hearing loss and how employers and health plans can help. Dave Jamieson, the labor reporter for the HuffPost, joined the America’s Work Force Union …
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In OVERTIME we'll give you the latest on Boeing strike. We've got another America's Workforce segment, this one about some cool stuff that the Nashville Labor Council has going on. We round out hanging out with Alex from Minion Death Cult. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justic…
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Ted Pappageorge, Secretary-Treasurer of the Culinary Union Local 226, joined the America’s Workforce Union Podcast to discuss the Las Vegas Strip going 100 percent union. He also discussed Station Casinos’ management on trial with the NLRB and concerns with taxing tips for certain workers. U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-OH) joined the America’s Work Fo…
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Tim Burga, President of the Ohio AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the state labor federation’s 34th Biennial Convention in Cleveland. He also discussed Maureen O’Connor’s work on Citizens Not Politicians and the importance of residents checking their voter registration before Ohio’s Oct. 7 deadline. Phillip Mattera,…
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In the first half of the program we take a look at the potential ILA strike. We also have a segment from friend of the show America's Workforce about mental health. We round out taking a look at the situation at Stellantis with the UAW. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice a…
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Ashley Fueston, Vice President of the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) — American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees Council 28— joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the Walkout for Washington and their tentative agreement for the 2025-2027 General Government contract. On the final day of National S…
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