Rick dives into labor and politics in this episode of The Rick Smith Show. He talks with Jackson Potter, Vice President of the Chicago Teachers Union, about the “No Kings Rally” and the growing worker led pushback against corporate greed. Then, Eugene DePasquale, Chair of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party, joins to discuss the upcoming PA Supreme Court retention vote and what Democrats must do, post No Kings, to reconnect with working class voters. Together, they explore how unions, grassroots movements, and political strategy intersect in the fight for fairness, dignity, and real democracy in America’s workplaces and ballot boxes.

 

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On The Rick Smith Show, Rick breaks down the “No Kings” Rally with Richard Hooker, Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 623, who shares how working people are powering a nationwide movement demanding economic justice and democracy over greed and monarchy-style politics. Hooker spotlights the solidarity, struggle, and hope fueling union action coast to coast. Later, John Logan, Professor of Labor and Employment Studies at San Francisco State University, joins to analyze the broader meaning of the rallies and their historic connection to labor’s fight for equality and power. It’s an episode all about courage, community, and reclaiming America for workers.

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On The Rick Smith Show, Rick talks with labor attorney David Borer about the “No Kings” Rally—where working people, unions, and democracy defenders unite to reject authoritarianism and corporate greed. Borer breaks down the legal and moral stakes of protecting worker power in the face of rising inequality. Later, Raw Story reporter Sarah Burris joins to unpack the political shockwaves following George Santos’ sentence being commuted, the growing “No Kings” movement, and the GOP’s obsession with victimhood. It’s a fiery, fact-filled episode calling out hypocrisy, celebrating solidarity, and pushing for an America that puts workers first.

 

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On The Rick Smith Show, Rick talks with Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers and author of Why Fascists Fear Teachers, about the “No Kings” Rally, an urgent call to defend democracy, public education, and the power of collective action. Later, Jaime Contreras, Executive Vice President of SEIU 32BJ, joins to discuss airport workers’ historic push for livable wages and healthcare in their first ever economic bargaining with airlines raking in record profits. It’s a show about organizing, fairness, and the fight for dignity in an economy built by working people.

 

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On the Rick Smith Show, Rick talks with Guardian labor reporter Michael Sainato about the major court ruling halting the Trump administration’s mass firing of federal workers, a decision the judge called “likely illegal.” Sainato explains how the case challenges Trump’s sweeping executive order, which aimed to dismantle key agencies and gut collective bargaining rights, and what the fight means for millions of public servants and the future of organized labor. Later, Thomas Gatley, owner of Lone Fir Fitness and chair of the Kernside Business Association, joins to promote Portland’s “No Kings Rally,” debunking right-wing myths that the city is “burning” and celebrating community resilience.

 

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On the Rick Smith Show, Rick talks with Greg LeRoy, Executive Director of Good Jobs First, about 10 years of tracking corporate greed and their new study highlighting the economic and environmental benefits of a “Fix It First” infrastructure policy and investment in urban density. LeRoy explains how repairing existing infrastructure creates more jobs, saves taxpayer money, and curbs sprawl. Later, Teamsters Local 1932 leader Randy Korgan joins to stress the urgent need for a united labor front against attacks on public sector workers and why organizing Amazon is essential to the future strength of the American labor movement.

 

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On the Rick Smith Show, Rick dives into the real toll of Trump’s war on government with Mother Jones reporter Julia Métraux, discussing her latest piece, “The Human Costs of Trump’s War on Government.” Métraux exposes the suffering of disabled federal workers and families caught in the chaos of shutdowns, layoffs, and dismantled public services. Later, Raw Story reporter Sarah Burris joins to unpack Trump’s bizarre claim he’s “not getting into heaven,” his shutdown brinkmanship, and his growing obsession with political retribution. Together, they paint a sharp picture of power, cruelty, and the everyday Americans paying the price for it.

 

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Rick Smith talks with Will Rice, policy consultant for Americans for Tax Fairness, about how the Trump administration’s shutdown is deepening inequality while corporate America rakes in billions from Trump’s “Big Billionaire Bailout.” Rice explains how the wealthy thrive as essential federal workers and services are left hanging. Later, Monica Cary, Pennsylvania State Director of Solar United Neighbors, discusses the 16% spike in electricity prices leaving households paying $25–$30 more each month. She argues that real relief requires stronger solar investment, local energy independence, and policy reforms that prioritize families over corporate utility profits.

 

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Rick Smith talks with Graham Trainor, president of the Oregon AFL-CIO, who debunks media myths about “war-torn” Portland, describing a peaceful, united city resisting Trump’s attempted militarization. Trainor explains how Oregon’s labor movement and local leaders are standing firm against federal overreach and fighting to protect jobs, rights, and democracy. Later, comedian and podcaster Pete Dominick joins the show, bringing humor and hope to dark times. He argues that laughter, free speech, and community action are essential tools for confronting authoritarianism—and proves that even in chaos, collective resistance and courage can still prevail.

 

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Rick Smith speaks with labor attorney David Borer of Gilbert Employment Law about troubling news that the Office of Management and Budget has quietly removed from its shutdown guidance all references to the 2019 law guaranteeing back pay for federal workers. Later, Johnny Jones, President of AFGE Local 1040 and a TSA officer in Dallas, describes how “payless paydays” devastate families, forcing federal employees to rely on credit, food banks, and community support while still expected to show up and protect the public.

 

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