Communications Workers of America
CWA Hour of Power
A justice filled hour of talk, solidarity, and worker power from the Communications Workers of America! Listen in as we talk with workers and union leaders about the issues they are facing and the exciting things they are doing to build power for social and economic justice at work and in their communities.
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May 28, 2026
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Episodes
The Real Meaning of Memorial Day; The Truth About Self-Checkout; Equality When Convenient? (Cont.) 28.05.2026 59:34
On this special episode, Errol opens the show before turning the microphone over to David Marshall, who presents a powerful reflection on The Real Meaning of Memorial Day. David challenges listeners to move beyond cookouts and sales and remember the sacrifice, service, and human cost paid by those who never came home. The conversation then shifts to “Equality When Convenient? Gender Bias, Selectiv...
Unpaid Labor: The Truth About Self-Checkout; Mental Health Awareness Month; Equality When Convenient 21.05.2026 58:03
On this episode, Errol opens the show with a discussion on the powerful “All Roads Lead to Alabama” rally and what it means for organizing, visibility, and movement-building across the South. The hosts then turn to “Turning the Page: Workers, Community & The Fight for Respect at Novel,” highlighting the growing push for dignity, fairness, and worker voice in independent bookstores and communit...
After Gutting the Voting Rights Act (Continued); Unpaid Labor: The Truth About Self-Checkout 14.05.2026 59:22
Errol opens this powerful episode as the hosts confront some of the most pressing issues impacting workers, voters, and everyday communities. The show begins with “After the Gutting of the Voting Rights Act: Where Do We Go From Here?” — a critical conversation examining the future of voting rights, access, representation, and the continued fight for democracy and equal protection under the law. Da...
When Systems Fail Our Children; After Gutting the Voting Rights Act: Where Do We Go From Here?” 07.05.2026 57:21
Errol opens the show as the hosts tackle some of the most urgent human rights and labor issues facing our communities today. Tay Akins brings another powerful Tea With Tay, followed by David Marshall’s Marshall Minute, offering reflection and perspective on the social and political climate shaping working families. The hosts then center a deeply important conversation in “Protecting Parker: When S...
Spotlighting Activist Cheyenne Hunt; "The War on Women"; "Equality When Convenient?" 30.04.2026 56:45
Errol opens the show by spotlighting activist Cheyenne Hunt, representing the rising generation of bold civic leadership and youth-driven change. Tay Akins leads Tea With Tay, bringing truth, energy, and perspective to the issues shaping our communities. David Marshall follows with the Marshall Minute, offering timely reflection on justice, power, and the challenges facing working people today. Al...
Spotlighting Young Activist Demi Johnson; Breaking Down Worker Power; "The War On Women" 23.04.2026 54:59
Errol opens this powerful episode by spotlighting young activist Demi Johnson, whose leadership reminds us that age does not determine impact. Tay Akins returns with Tea With Tay, bringing sharp insight and unfiltered truth to the conversations shaping our communities. David Marshall delivers a timely Marshall Minute on A General Strike, breaking down worker power, collective action, and what happ...
Spotlighting Jaz Brisack; “Agree to Disagree… or Agree to Avoid?”; “Who Decides—Ahem—It’s Time?” 16.04.2026 57:44
This episode centers on bold conversations about truth, tension, and turning points in our movement, while spotlighting activist Jaz Brisack and their work in worker organizing and labor justice. David Marshall opens with the Marshall Minute, grounding the show in reflection and purpose. All hosts then take on “Agree to Disagree… or Agree to Avoid?”, challenging whether we’re resolving conflict—or...
Spotlighting Autumn Peltier; The Double Standard of Citizenship; Autism Awareness Month 09.04.2026 57:00
The April 8, 2026 episode opens with Errol setting the tone for a timely and thought-provoking conversation, while spotlighting activist Autumn Peltier for her global advocacy on water rights and environmental justice. Tay Akins leads Tea With Tay, bringing perspective and grounded truth to the issues shaping today’s movements, followed by David Marshall’s Marshall Minute, offering reflection on a...
Highlighting Rep. Jeremy Gray; TSA; Sexual Assault Awareness Month; “Enough Is Enough” 02.04.2026 58:42
This episode opens with Errol setting a powerful tone as the show spotlights “Movement is Power” and highlights Representative Jeremy Gray for his work advancing justice and community-focused leadership. Timmia Wiley delivers Union Buster of the Week, calling out ongoing threats to worker organizing and rights, followed by David Marshall’s Marshall Minute, offering reflection on accountability, pu...
Closing Out Women’s History Month; “Her Numbers Don’t Lie”; Spring Cleaning; Workplace Safety 26.03.2026 1:00:40
This episode closes out Women’s History Month by centering collective power, with Tay Akins, Mikeya Jones, Timmia Wiley, and Reginald Small highlighting the impact of women leading in labor and justice movements. Tea With Tay – “Her Numbers Don’t Lie” breaks down the current state of women’s work in 2026, while David Marshall’s Marshall Minute focuses on spring cleaning—challenging us to clear out...
Honoring Civil Rights Activist Dolores Huerta; AI, Data Centers & Community Power — Who Wins? 19.03.2026 55:41
This episode opens with Errol setting the tone as the show continues its Women’s History Month recognition. Tay Akins leads the Women’s History Spotlight, honoring legendary labor leader and civil rights activist Dolores Huerta, highlighting her lifelong fight for workers, farm labor rights, and social justice. Tea With Tay – YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS! David Marshall follows with the Marshall Minute,...
Women In War; "The Economic Squeeze"; "Who Gets to Belong?" 12.03.2026 59:50
The March 12, 2026 episode of CWA “OUR” Power Radio Show opens with Errol welcoming listeners and setting the tone for another conversation focused on power, history, and the realities facing working people today. As part of Women’s History Month, Timmia Wiley presents the Women’s History Spotlight, recognizing Women In War, honoring the courage, sacrifice, and often overlooked contributions of wo...
It's Women’s History Month; Honoring Shirley Chisholm; Florida Under Fire; Culture is Not Racism 05.03.2026 58:21
This episode opens with Errol setting the stage for a powerful discussion as the show also recognizes Women’s History Month. Mikeya Jones leads the Women’s History Spotlight by honoring trailblazing activist and former congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, highlighting her legacy of courage, representation, and unwavering commitment to justice. Tay Akins begins the conversation with Tea With Tay – “Cult...
Closing Black History Month; Activist Ashanti Gholar; Labor Is Back; "Rights are Not Permanent" 26.02.2026 56:33
The February 26, 2026 episode of CWA “OUR” Power Radio Show marks the close of Black History Month with a reflective and forward-looking conversation about labor, rights, and collective responsibility. Errol opens the show by grounding the moment in history and movement, lifting up activist Ashanti Gholar as a symbol of modern civic engagement and organizing power. Tea With Tay – “Labor Is Back” w...
Uplifting Matthew Desmond; Honoring Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.; You Can’t Separate Labor from Politics 19.02.2026 34:07
In the heart of Black History Month, Errol opens the show by centering the ongoing struggle for justice, power, and truth, while lifting up the work and impact of Matthew Desmond, whose research exposes the deep connections between poverty, housing, and inequality. Tea With Tay – “The Bald Eagle” with Tay Akins challenges national symbolism versus lived reality, asking who freedom truly serves and...
The impact of activist Nia Evans; Human Rights, Immigration, and the Truth We Don’t Talk About 12.02.2026 58:56
During Black History Month, Errol opens the show by grounding the conversation in the ongoing fight for dignity, freedom, and collective power, while highlighting the work and impact of activist Nia Evans. Tea With Tay – “The Driveway” returns with Tay Akins, unpacking hard truths about responsibility, belonging, and what it means to truly show up for one another. David Marshall delivers the Marsh...
Black History Month; Spotlighting DeRay Mckesson; Bridging Perspectives; Sharing Power Without Panic 05.02.2026 59:17
In honor of Black History Month, Errol opens the show by centering the conversation on justice, resilience, and community power, while spotlighting activist DeRay Mckesson for his leadership in civil rights and social advocacy. Tay Akins kicks off Tea With Tay with “The Driveway,” a segment exploring personal and collective accountability in the fight for equity. David Marshall delivers the Marsha...
Recognizing Merisol Vega; When Power Becomes a Human Rights Violation; “Who’s at the Center?" 29.01.2026 1:00:51
Errol opens the show by setting the tone for a powerful and reflective conversation, while recognizing activist Merisol Vega and her work rooted in justice and community advocacy. David Marshall’s Marshall Minute anchors the hour with a sharp reflection on power, accountability, and the moral choices facing our movements. The discussion then expands during Tea With Tay, as Tay Akins and all hosts...
Uplifting Alejandro Rivera; Collective Power in Motion; Generations, Grief, and the Work We Carry 22.01.2026 1:00:11
Errol opens the show by grounding listeners in the importance of movement-building and resilience, while lifting up activist Alejandro “Alex” Rivera and his commitment to collective justice. The conversation flows into Tea With Tay, where Tay Akins explores “Collective Power in Motion,” unpacking how everyday people transform shared struggle into organized action. David Marshall’s Marshall Minute...
Uplifting activist Mei-Ling Chen; January’s Awareness Month; When the Systems Fail 15.01.2026 1:01:04
Errol opens the show by centering the mission of collective power and uplifting activist Mei-Ling Chen, whose work reflects the ongoing fight for justice and equity. David Marshall’s Marshall Minute sets the tone with a sharp reflection on leadership, responsibility, and the moment we’re living in. Mikeya Jones follows with January’s Awareness Month, connecting health, wellness, and social conscio...
Spotlighting activist Tariq Johnson; Strategy, Power, and Human Rights; Florida vs. Starbucks 08.01.2026 56:31
Errol opens the first show of the new year by grounding listeners in purpose and power, while highlighting activist Tariq Johnson and his commitment to justice and community accountability. The conversation begins with Tea With Tae, “The Truth Is a Threat,” setting the tone for an unfiltered discussion on why honesty, transparency, and courage are essential tools for movements that seek real chang...
Spotlighting Amani Mbatha; Housing Instability; The Cost of Silence: When Good People Look Away 11.12.2025 55:23
Errol opens the show as we spotlight activist Amani Mbatha for her commitment to justice and community empowerment. David Marshall brings this week’s Marshall Minute, followed by Mikeya Jones with December Awareness, highlighting key seasonal issues impacting workers and families. The hosts then dive into Housing Instability — The Oldest Labor Control Tactic, unpacking how displacement and insecur...
Honoring Alondra de la Cruz; Criminal Justice & Labor; Why Fairness Makes Fiscal Sense 04.12.2025 58:43
Errol opens the show as we honor activist Alondra de la Cruz for her work in social justice and labor advocacy. David Marshall delivers the Marshall Minute, and Mikeya Jones highlights key topics for December Awareness. The hosts explore Criminal Justice & Labor: Bail, Prisons for Profit, and Labor Precarity, diving into the intersections of incarceration, systemic inequality, and worker right...
Reclaiming Civility: How Respect Became Radical; Standardized Testing and Opportunity 20.11.2025 1:00:59
This week, Errol opens the show as we spotlight activist Coco Gauff for her growing role in speaking out for fairness and youth empowerment. David Marshall delivers the Marshall Minute, followed by Mikeya Jones with an important Worker Wellness Awareness segment focused on staying mentally and emotionally grounded as the holiday season approaches. The conversation continues with The Union Dialogue...
The Hidden Harm of Microaggressions and Stereotypes; Worker Wellness Awareness; Health Inequality 13.11.2025 58:58
This week’s episode begins with Marshall Minute featuring David Marshall, followed by Mikeya Jones leading a discussion on Solidarity Starts with Respect — The Hidden Harm of Microaggressions, Bias, and Stereotypes. The show also honors activist John Kelce and spotlights Worker Wellness Awareness, focusing on mental and emotional health in the workplace. All hosts join in a deep dive on Health Ine...
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