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When the Shift Hits | Ep. 5 - FL-SB 918 - Child Labor or Exploitation?!?
🚨Florida Senate Bill 918 is a game-changer—but not in a good way. This controversial bill seeks to roll back decades of child labor protections, allowing minors as young as 14 to work longer hours, including overnight shifts, with no required meal breaks. Is this really about opportunity, or is it corporate exploitation in disguise? In this episode of When the Shift Hits, we expose the hidden dangers of SB 918, explore its ties to labor shortages, and reveal the long-term consequences for young workers. Don’t let history repeat itself—watch now to understand what’s at stake and how you can take action!
📢 Call to Action: Call your Florida Senators and tell them you oppose FL - SB 918.
Governor Ron DeSantis (R) - 850-717-9243
Senator Thomas J. "Tom" Leek (R) – 386-446-7610
Senator Nick DiCeglie (R) (727) 563-1910
Senator Stan McClain (R) (352) 732-1249
Senator Tom A. Wright (R) (386) 304-7630
Senator Clay Yarborough (R) (904) 723-2035
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to SB 918 and Child Labor Concerns
01:02 Historical Context of Child Labor Laws
05:46 Impacts of Excessive Work Hours on Minors
06:12 Key Provisions of SB 918
08:54 Industries Affected by SB 918
11:38 Political Context and Support for SB 918
14:58 Call to Action Against SB 918
16:55 Ep. 4 End Screen.mp4
🔹News Sources
Read SB 918 - https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/918/?Tab=VoteHistory
Triangle Shirt Fire : https://barbarasbookstores.com/triangle-shirtwaist-factory/
FL Senators who voted: https://www.flsenate.gov/Committees/Show/CM/
Pensacola News Journal: https://www.pnj.com/story/news/2025/03/25/florida-child-labor-law-bill-2025/82657143007
Fair Labor Standards - https://guides.loc.gov/this-month-in-business-history/june/fair-labor-standards-act-signed
Undocumented Jobs: https://www.floridapolicy.org/posts/nearly-400-000-undocumented-immigrants-work-in-six-key-statewide-industries-study-says
Sleep Deprivation - https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2015/10/among-teens-sleep-deprivation-an-epidemic.html
CDC - Non-fatal Occupational Injuries to Younger workers https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/mm6935a3.htm?s_cid=mm6935a3_w
CDC - Preventing Deaths of Adolescent Workers - https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/docs/95-125/default.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Science Daily - Working more than 20hrs/wk in high school found harmful - https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/02/110204091248.htm?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Frontiers in Psychology - https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/psychology/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.825588/full
Science Direct - Working and Studying Day and Night - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0272775713001544
UVA Today - Study Finds Working More than 20 Hours /wk Detrimental to Teens - https://news.virginia.edu/content/study-finds-working-more-20-hours-weekly-detrimental-teensout
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When the Shift Hits | Ep. 4 - Social Security Changes - DO THIS NOW! - Full episode available in YouTube: https://youtu.be/nfNUmrA--6g

🚨 Big changes are coming to Social Security starting March 31st, and millions of seniors will be affected. The government is making it harder for Social Security recipients to verify their identity, forcing many to navigate an online system that is confusing and inaccessible—or wait for months to get an in-person appointment. In this video, I break down the real reason behind these changes, expose the misinformation being spread about Social Security fraud, and give you critical steps to protect yourself and your loved ones from missed payments and delays. If you or someone you know relies on Social Security, this is a must-watch—don’t wait until it’s too late!📢 Call to Action: Help your elderly family members set up their My Social Security account today at ssa.gov.🔹 #SocialSecurity #SSABenefits #RetirementPlanning #Seniors #Medicare #ElderCare #FinancialSecurity #SSA #ProtectSocialSecurity #GovernmentPolicies #SeniorHelp #SocialSecurityDisability#Social Security, #changes, #seniors, #myths, #benefits, #identity verification, #online portal, #community support, #actionable steps, #financial hardship, #musk, #wethepeople, #wethepeoplearepissed

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Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Social Security Changes
01:49
Debunking Myths About Social Security
04:12
Impact of Changes on Seniors
07:36
Navigating the Online System
08:35
Protecting Yourself and Loved Ones
09:58
Final Thoughts and Call to Action
10:54
Ep. 4 End Screen.mp4
News Sources
https://apnews.com/article/social-security-fraud-waste-doge-elon-musk-212e3089951f731fd3f83443e104b315
https://www.youtube.com/live/9ubCbajf4nM?si=Av0wdtocAAjLFuYn
SSA Changes: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/trump-administrations-social-security-changes-could-limit-access-to-benefits-for-millions
SSA Office Locator: https://www.ssa.gov/locator/
SSA Account Creation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMADyonYNTE
https://www.forbes.com/sites/shaharziv/2025/03/18/social-security-may-cut-payments-to-170000-under-musks-crackdown/
Audit Report: https://oig-files.ssa.gov/audits/full/A-06-14-34030_0.pdf
Undocumented Immigrants: https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/elon-musk/musk-uses-immigration-claims-voter-fraud-sell-social-security-cuts-rcna196863

When the Shift Hits - Ep. 2 - "People on Food Stamps Need to Get a Job" - What? | Mar 13, 2025

Are food stamp recipients really just lazy people who refuse to work? In this eye-opening episode of When The Shift Hits, Jannette breaks down the truth behind SNAP benefits, their origins, and why millions of full-time workers still rely on them to survive. With real data from the U.S. Government Accountability Office, we expose the corporations paying unlivable wages and debunk common myths about welfare. If you're passionate about politics, social justice, and economic inequality, this is a must-watch. Join the conversation—watch now, subscribe, and take action to fight for fair wages.
#SNAP, #food stamps, #minimum wage, #poverty, #government assistance, #hunger relief, #economic inequality, #working poor, #food security, #welfare, #whentheshifthits, #meidastouch, #legalaf, #resistancelive, #briantylercohen,
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Takeaways:
*SNAP benefits originated during the Great Depression to support farmers and combat hunger.
*Millions of full-time workers rely on SNAP to make ends meet.
*The average SNAP benefit is only $187 per person per month.
*Many SNAP recipients are employed in low-wage jobs.
*Minimum wage in many states remains at $7.25 an hour.
*College education is not a viable solution for everyone.
*The cost of college can lead to significant debt without job guarantees.
*SNAP is a supplemental aid, not a complete solution for food security.
*Misconceptions about SNAP recipients often overlook their hard work and struggles.
*Advocacy for raising the minimum wage is crucial for economic justice.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Understanding SNAP Benefits: Origins and Purpose
02:56 Who Benefits from SNAP: The Reality of Recipients
05:46 The Minimum Wage Crisis: A Call for Change
News Sources:
ps://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/walmart-mcdonalds-largest-employers-snap-medicaid-recipients
https://www.cbpp.org/snap-helps-low-wage-workers-in-every-state#National
https://www.paycom.com/resources/blog/minimum-wage-rate-by-state/
https://educationdata.org/average-cost-of-college
https://www.cbpp.org/research/most-working-age-snap-participants-work-but-often-in-unstable-jobs

Today's episode covers the recent 2025 Budget Proposal that was approved by the maga repulicans in the House of Representatives. We discuss it's impact on federal agencies and programs, such as Medicaid, that are a lifeline for those who are most vulnerable amongst the American people. We also discuss an App that can make being civically active a breeze.

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