Uplifting Matthew Desmond; Honoring Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr.; You Can’t Separate Labor from Politics

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 who is still waiting to feel it. David Marshall follows with the Marshall Minute, grounding the conversation in accountability, history, and moral clarity. Reginald Small leads a powerful Human Rights Spotlight honoring Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., highlighting his enduring legacy across civil rights, labor justice, and coalition-building. All hosts then tackle the unfiltered truth in “You Can’t Separate Labor from Politics,” breaking down how policy, power, and organizing are inseparable for working people. The discussion continues with “The SAVE Act: The Truth & the Lie About Voting,” unpacking voter suppression, misinformation, and what’s truly at stake for democracy. Mikeya Jones closes with an awareness segment connecting current struggles to community impact, followed by Timmia Wiley’s Union Buster of the Week, calling out NIKE and reinforcing the demand for worker accountability and justice.