In hour one, Michelle welcomes Melissa English, Deputy Director of Ohio Citizen Action, for a conversation about grassroots organizing and how everyday people can drive real societal change. From environmental justice to civic engagement, Melissa shares insights from decades in the movement.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton explore the tension between resistance and retreat in the age of Donald Trump. They examine how some institutions are actively pushing back against authoritarianism, while others opt for self-preservation—raising questions about what it means to fight or survive in today’s political climate.

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In hour one, Michelle sits down with author and professor Sarah Stitzlein to explore the importance of standing up for public education in today’s political climate. They also dive into Sarah’s new book, Teaching Honesty in a Populist Era, and what it means for educators, parents, and democracy.

In hour two, Mark and Clayton take a hard look at the political ambitions of Vivek Ramaswamy, imagining what Ohio might look like under his leadership as a MAGA-aligned governor.

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In the first hour, Clayton and Mark break down three major stories making headlines: a federal judge orders the federal government to reinstate the TSA collective bargaining agreement, a new Ohio proposal that could make it harder to pass local property tax levies, and the heated debate over the future of Hyde Park Square.

In the second hour, they’re joined by Scott LeCates, a teacher union organizer with the Jefferson County Teachers Association. Scott shares insights on labor organizing in education, current challenges facing teachers, and what’s at stake for public schools.

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Hour One: Michelle dives into a hard-hitting investigation of the forces working against the labor movement. From the Heritage Foundation and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to Koch Industries and ALEC, she unpacks how these powerful players shape policies that weaken worker protections.

Hour Two: Mark and Clayton are joined by Katie Hofmann, a member of the Ohio State Board of Education. Together, they explore the latest developments within the board and take a critical look at how Ohio’s legislature is threatening the future of public education.

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In hour one, Michelle sits down with climate activist, Chris Heckman, to discuss the Cincinnati Chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby. In hour two, Mark and Clayton look into how climate change negatively impacts working-class Americans.

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In hour one, Michelle sits down with AAUP-UC President Steve Mockabee to talk about Ohio's Senate Bill 1. In hour two, Mark and Clayton discuss Trump's attacks on academic freedom and look into the Cincinnati City Council race.

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In hour one, Michelle sits down with worker's comp attorney, George Moeller. The pair discuss the origins of worker's compensation and why it's important to working class people. In hour two, Mark and Clayton dissect the recent primary election that happened on 5/6/25.

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In the first hour, Michelle shares a few labor updates and highlights the significance of May Day, the International Workers' Day. In the second hour, Mark and Clayton delve into the upcoming Cincinnati mayoral primary on May 6th. They also speak with Jeff Demaree, a CPS teacher and advocate for pedestrian safety.

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