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Working People: A podcast by, for, and about the working class today (now in partnership with In These Times magazine and The Real News Network). Working People is a podcast about working-class lives in 21st-century America. In every episode, you'll hear interviews with workers from around the country, from all walks of life. We'll talk about their life stories, their jobs, politics, and families,... more

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“In Texas, a socialist professor is now in the fight of his life against MAGA’s New McCarthyism,” scholar and author Bill V. Mullen writes in Jacobin. “Tom Alter, a labor historian and tenured professor of history at Texas State University, was fired... more

In a stunning and massive development, tech giant Microsoft has announced that it is terminating parts of the Israeli military’s access to proprietary technology that it was using to conduct mass surveillance and targeting of Palestinians in Gaza and... more

Last week, The Real News Network published a bombshell interview with two federal whistleblowers working in the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Max spoke with Paul Osadebe and Palmer Heenan, two attorneys in HUD’s Office of Fair Ho... more

Federal whistleblowers are going public with an emergency message from within the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). According to their formal complaint, under President Trump’s administration, “HUD leadership has already violated the... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Alter
Tenured history professor at Texas State University
Texas State University
Episode: Will Texas State University fire a tenured professor based on a Nazi apologist’s doctored video?
Paul Osadebe
Civil rights attorney and whistleblower at HUD
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Episode: Federal whistleblowers illegally fired after exposing ‘chaos’ at Trump’s HUD
Palmer Heenan
Civil rights attorney and whistleblower at HUD
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Episode: Federal whistleblowers illegally fired after exposing ‘chaos’ at Trump’s HUD
Mohamed Abu Tawila
A former English teacher and mutual aid organizer in Gaza
Episode: ‘We want life”: Palestinians in Gaza describe their daily struggle to survive
Abdul Rahman
A 19-year-old would-be college student in Gaza
Episode: ‘We want life”: Palestinians in Gaza describe their daily struggle to survive
Everett Kelley
National President of the American Federation of Government Employees
American Federation of Government Employees
Episode: Unions face extinction under Trump. What the hell is labor doing to fight back? (w/ David Huerta & Everett Kelley)
David Huerta
President of SEIU United Service Workers West, representing various workers including janitors and security officers.
SEIU United Service Workers West
Episode: Unions face extinction under Trump. What the hell is labor doing to fight back? (w/ David Huerta & Everett Kelley)
Ron Kaminkow
Trustee and member of Railroad Workers United, with past experience at Norfolk Southern and Amtrak.
Railroad Workers United
Episode: Railroad workers explain why Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific mega-merger will be a 'disaster'
Jeff Kurtz
Retired union officer and former member of BNSF, who experienced adverse effects of past mergers.
Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen
Episode: Railroad workers explain why Norfolk Southern, Union Pacific mega-merger will be a 'disaster'

Host

Maximillian Alvarez
Host and editor-in-chief of The Real News Network. Known for insightful interviews that prioritize the voices of workers and emphasize social justice.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 429 ratings
  • Breath of fresh air!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    remrich90
    a year ago
  • Hmmm

    I started listening to this pod wanting to know more about the railroad and the interworkind of it. But, after listening to a few episodes it’s clear this is just another political podcast only willing to shed light on one side of the issue.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lorin P
    United States2 years ago
  • Max!! You rock the labor movement w/ your awesome guests and intellectual/emotional connection to our movement.

    Podcast Addict
    ScubaSeth
    2 years ago
  • I look forward to each one

    I love how Max gives everyone a voice. The small imperfections in the long discussions put me at ease and inspire trust. The Oil and Gas episode was spot-on accurate in the portrayal of the culture. I loved the Dollar General ones among others. This is important work. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fantographicsprwss
    United States2 years ago
  • Solidarity

    Solidarity is what we need in these times and this pod has it in spades!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Union brother1
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the engaging and insightful storytelling that highlights the overlooked experiences of workers.
Some feedback points to a desire for a broader range of perspectives, though most find the labor-focused content essential and relevant.
The host is highly regarded for allowing authentic voices to be heard, fostering solidarity among workers.
The platform is acknowledged for its critical exploration of systemic worker issues, making it a vital listen for advocates of social justice and labor rights.

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Talking Points

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Federal whistleblowers illegally fired after exposing ‘chaos’ at Trump’s HUD
Q: What message do you hope your actions will send to other public servants?
They want to inspire others to speak out and defend civil rights, emphasizing the importance of solidarity and truth in the fight against discrimination.
Federal whistleblowers illegally fired after exposing ‘chaos’ at Trump’s HUD
Q: Can you walk us through the last week in your lives from going public with your whistleblower complaints to being fired?
Both attorneys shared their experiences of support from colleagues and the gradual realization of impending termination, culminating in their dismissal for whistleblowing activities.
Microsoft cancels Israeli spy unit access after tech worker revolt
Q: What comes next for the No Azure for Apartheid movement?
The movement will continue protesting and escalating its efforts until all demands are met, including full divestment from the Israeli military.
Microsoft cancels Israeli spy unit access after tech worker revolt
Q: What does this news mean for the movement's struggle to get Microsoft to divest from genocide?
The news is evidence that no target is unmovable, but it's not a complete victory as it only cuts off a few services to a single military unit.
Will Texas State University fire a tenured professor based on a Nazi apologist’s doctored video?
Q: What has this past month taught you about the current state of free speech and academia?
We are in a significant moment where attacks on higher education and free speech are intensifying, revealing broader assaults on democratic rights.

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Focusing on the realities of working-class lives in contemporary America, this podcast brings together diverse voices through in-depth interviews, celebrating the struggles and stories of workers from various backgrounds. Topics often covered include labor rights, social justice activism, personal narratives of resilience, and critiques of corporate practices and governmental policies impacting the working class. What sets this platform apart is its commitment to amplifying voices often marginalized in mainstream media, providing listeners with unique insights into the day-to-day realities faced by workers, alongside the historical context that shapes these experiences.

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2. Jacobin Radio
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Working People launched 7 years ago and published 359 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Working People include:

1. Tom Alter
2. Paul Osadebe
3. Palmer Heenan
4. Mohamed Abu Tawila
5. Abdul Rahman
6. Everett Kelley
7. David Huerta
8. Ron Kaminkow

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