On The Rick Smith Show, Rick speaks with Harrison Mann of Win Without War about Trump’s escalating war posture toward Iran and the risks of expanded military conflict. Later, Alex Lawson of Social Security Works sounds the alarm over health care funding cuts being redirected to war spending and explains how the “No Kings” rally movement is mobilizing grassroots opposition to militarism and austerity. Together, they underscore the urgent need to reinvest in people, not perpetual war.

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On The Rick Smith Show, Rick talks with labor attorney David Borer about a federal judge’s stern rebuke of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for defying her order to reinstate a union contract for 320,000 workers, calling repeated terminations “chaos” and a disrespect for the rule of law. Under Trump’s 2025 order stripping federal bargaining rights, the VA must restore the agreement or risk sanctions amid wider union lawsuits. Later, Emily de La Bruyère of Horizon Advisory explains how China sees the U.S., weakened by weapons depletion and political turmoil, as a declining superpower.

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On this episode of The Rick Smith Show, Rick is joined by Wisconsin‑1 congressional candidate and iron worker Randy Bryce, who talks about the nationwide “No Kings” rallies and argues that Democrats must return to their working‑class roots instead of chasing corporate donors. Later, Sarah Burris, Senior Editor at AlterNet, breaks down top stories of the day, including tensions around Iran policy, controversies over TSA actions, and how these issues intersect with the broader Trump‑era agenda and its impact on everyday Americans.

 

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On this episode of The Rick Smith Show, Congressman Chris Deluzio breaks down Trump’s so-called America First prize, rising tensions with Iran, and Live Nation’s cozy sweetheart deal. Later, AFT President Randi Weingarten joins Rick to discuss the growing No Kings rallies and Melania Trump’s eyebrow-raising push for robot teachers, exploring what it means for public education, democracy, and who benefits from these policies. Plus insight into corporate power and grassroots resistance shaping today's political landscape.

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On this episode of the Rick Smith Show, Rick talks with Brandon Wolf, Human Rights Campaign National Press Secretary to discuss the growing momentum behind upcoming “No Kings” rallies, why they matter, and how to get involved at nokings.org. Later, economist Ben Zipperer of the Economic Policy Institute breaks down the real impact of minimum wage policies, debunking common myths and explaining what higher wages mean for workers, businesses, and the broader economy. He highlights labor trends and policy debates shaping paychecks nationwide.

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On this episode of The Rick Smith Show, Rick Smith is joined by columnist Will Bunch to discuss the growing presence of ICE in airports and what it means for civil liberties and travelers. Then, Ed Wytkind of the AFL-CIO Tech Institute previews the upcoming AI Summit, highlighting labor’s role in shaping responsible tech, worker protections, and the future of jobs. Tune in for insights and timely analysis.

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On this episode of The Rick Smith Show, Allison McManus, Managing Director of National Security and International Policy at the Center for American Progress, breaks down her recent piece "The Case Against Trump’s War of Choice in Iran," highlighting the mounting costs and risks to American families.

 

Later, Chuck Collins, Director at the Institute for Policy Studies and author, discusses his article "How Billionaires Worsen Affordability Crisis," exposing how extreme wealth concentration drives up living expenses for everyday workers.

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