The Leslie Marshall Show
by Leslie Marshall
“The Leslie Marshall Show" is a Progressive radio show hosted by one of the nation's most prominent female talk hosts. Leslie provides facts rather than fiction. She discusses breaking news with guests that are experts in their field, allowing the nation to weigh in with their opinions via phone calls and social networking. The show has callers from all sides of the political spectrum, staying true to its motto, "the only true democracy in talk radio."
Episodes
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Saving America’s Tire Industry: The Fight Against Surging Imports
Leslie welcomes Kevin Johnsen, Chair of the United Steelworkers’ Rubber and Plastics Industry Conference, to discuss the growing threat facing America’s domestic tire industry—and what the USW believes Washington must do before even more plants and good-paying jobs disappear. Domestic tire...
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Election Crossroads: Charlie Cook on the U.S. Midterms and Hadar Susskind on Israel’s Vote
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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The High Cost of Trump’s Agenda: Environmental Damage and Economic Pain
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Return to Repayment, Again: What the End of SAVE Means for Student Loan Borrowers
The Student Debt Crisis Center takes over The Leslie Marshall Show for a special guest-hosted episode focused on what student loan borrowers need to know as the SAVE repayment plan comes to an end—and millions of Americans once again face major changes to their student loan payments. SDCC…
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Why Americans Are Feeling the Squeeze — Economically and Politically
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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WH Press Corps Unites Against Trump Ban; AI Risks, China, and Regulation
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Colonel Leighton Talks Iran War, North & South Korea, Ukraine-Russia, AI & the Military
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Trump's Cuts to Medicare Part D; Dangerous Conditions for Sailors Aboard the U.S.S. Lincoln
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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How Iran & Ukraine Wars Are Connected; Trump Attacks on Progressive Nonprofits
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Why Workers Need the 'Faster Labor Contracts Act' Now
Leslie welcomes Jimmy O’Donnell, Deputy Legislative Director for the United Steelworkers (USW), to discuss why workers need the bipartisan Faster Labor Contracts Act—and why winning a union election is often only the beginning of the fight. Jimmy explains how outdated U.S. labor laws allow...
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Gas Prices, Inflation and Tariffs, Oh My! ; Netanyahu Visits U.S., AIPAC's Dark Money SuperPAC
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Iran War and Democratic Foreign Policy; ICE Immigrant Murders
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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American Manufacturing at 250: Why America's Industrial Story Still Matters
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Leslie Marshall welcomes Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing, for a fascinating look at the people, places, and industries that helped build the nation. Drawing from his "American Manufacturing 250" tour, Scott takes...
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Wildfire Smoke and Extreme Heat; National Infrastructure Bank
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Status Update on Midterm Senate Races; Trump's Turbulent NATO Summit & Iran Attacks
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Trump's Iran Deal Already Falling Apart?; Great American Fair's Sparse Crowds
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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GOP Threatening to Cut SS, Medicare & Medicaid; What's in Trump's Iran Deal?
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Student Loan Shock Arrives July 1st
The Student Debt Crisis Center takes over the airwaves of 'the Leslie Marshall Show,' where they cover all of the changes happening on July 1st due to last years OBBBA bill and what the 7.5 million folks who are on the SAVE plan should do now that it is ending and formal notices will go out...
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Trump FDA Dropped Guard Rails on Vaping After $5 Million Donation; Trump Attacks on Higher Ed
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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AFT President Talks Voting Rights & AI; Col. Leighton on China, Iran and Ukraine
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Solidarity on the Line: The Breakthru Beverage Strikes
In this episode, Leslie speaks with Jeff Padellaro, Director of the Teamsters Brewery, Bakery, and Soft Drink Conference, about ongoing strikes involving Teamsters workers at Breakthru Beverage in Illinois and Missouri. Jeff has been a Teamster for nearly 40 years. He explains why drivers and...
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The Parenting Shift That Changed Everything
In this episode, Leslie speaks with parent coach, writer, and speaker Margot Magowan about how Nonviolent Communication (NVC) transformed her relationship with her children—and especially helped her family through a painful mental health crisis involving her oldest daughter. After years of...
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Voting Rights Are Workers' Rights
In this episode, Leslie speaks with AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond about a Supreme Court ruling the labor movement is calling a dangerous setback for voting rights and working people. Fred explains why the AFL-CIO sees the decision as part of a broader effort to weaken the political…
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Buyer’s Remorse: Are Young Voters Leaving MAGA?
In this episode, Leslie speaks with Carlos Calzadilla-Palacio, founder of the Disrupt political PAC, about a potential shift in the youth vote and what it could mean for upcoming elections. Carlos argues that many young voters who supported Donald Trump in 2024 are beginning to rethink that...
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Brookfield Zoo Workers in Chicago Fight for Fair Pay—and Animal Safety
In this episode, Leslie speaks with Andy Ferris, a longtime animal care specialist at Brookfield Zoo and a member of the Teamsters 727 bargaining committee, about an ongoing labor dispute that could lead to a strike. Andy shares what’s happening behind the scenes as workers negotiate with the...
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Political Violence in the Age of Trump; Americans Want Iran War Ended as it Crushes the Economy
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Worker Safety at Risk: What’s Changed and What’s at Stake
In this episode, Leslie speaks with Tom Duffy of the United Steelworkers about the urgent state of workplace safety in America ahead of Workers Memorial Day. They begin by reflecting on the meaning of the day, which honors workers who have been killed, injured, or made sick on the job—and why…
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Trump Attacks the Environment While Pope Leo Defies Him with Calls for Peace with Iran
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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American Manufacturing: From Cars to the Moon and Back Home Again
In this episode, Leslie speaks with Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing, about three stories that highlight the role of manufacturing in America today—from global competition to space exploration to cultural identity. They begin by discussing why Chinese-made...
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March Midterms Madness; Recapping 'No Kings Day' Protest #3
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Ellison Family to Turn CNN Right-Wing Like CBS?; 'No Kings Day' Protest 3.0
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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War Without Cause? Trump’s Iran Strikes and Cuba Threats Under Fire
Leslie is joined by Colonel Cedric Leighton (Ret.), CNN Military Analyst, to examine growing concerns over President Trump’s foreign policy decisions. From a top counterterrorism official resigning over what he says was a war with Iran lacking any imminent threat, to Trump openly talking about...
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2-Day Shipping, Zero Accountability?
Leslie takes a closer look at New York City’s proposed Delivery Protection Act and the growing scrutiny around Amazon’s last-mile delivery system. The conversation explores the hidden costs behind rapid delivery and who ultimately bears the burden. Leslie is joined by Christian Trimboli, a member...
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GOP Divisions on Iran War; Sanders and Khanna Propose Billionaire Tax
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Trump’s War of Choice with Iran: Veterans Sound the Alarm
Leslie speaks with Naveed Shah, Political Director at Common Defense and a U.S. Army veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, about the constitutional and human consequences of the Trump administration’s new military action against Iran. Shah discusses the lack of congressional authorization, the…
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Civil Rights, Worker Power, and the Fight to Protect Democracy
Leslie speaks with Alex Rias, Director of Civil, Women’s, and Human Rights at the AFL-CIO, about growing threats to civil rights protections and what they mean for working people. From the weakening of labor enforcement agencies and voting rights challenges to the criminalization of protest and...
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Trump and Israel Start Middle East War with Unprovoked Airstrikes on Iran
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Weakest Pre-SOTU Polling Ever for Trump, Will He Weigh Down GOP in Midterms?
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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DHS Faces Shutdown Unless GOP Agrees to ICE Reforms; How Trump Has Made Living Less Affordable
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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How Teamsters Won Big at Sysco — And Why Workers Nationwide Are Watching
Leslie is joined by Josh Graves, who serves as both an International Brotherhood of Teamsters Warehouse Division Representative and Vice-President of Teamsters Local 104. As a second-generation Teamster from Atlas Warehouse, a third-party logistics company that services Kroger, Josh has been a...
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Time for Kristi Noem to Go; Recapping Trump's Disastrous 1st Year of His 2nd Term
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Five Factory Trends to Watch in 2026
Leslie welcomes back Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing, to explore why the coming year could be a turning point for U.S. manufacturing. He breaks down how easing interest rates, clearer trade policy, and a steadier economy may finally give manufacturers the…
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Trump Spent 2025 Attacking Workers, But the Labor Movement is Fighting Back!
Leslie is joined by Jody Calemine, Director of Advocacy for the 63 Unions and 15 million members of the AFL-CIO. The two review President Trump's first year of his second term, and how it's been filled with relentless attacks on workers during his pursuit of 'Project 2025.' However, they also...
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GOP Coming Around on Extending ACA Subsidies?; Trump and ICE Try to Gaslight America After Killing Civilian
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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New Mexico A.G. Talks Lawsuits vs Meta and Snap Inc. for Enabling Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation
Leslie is joined by Raul Torrez, Attorney General of New Mexico. Torrez is a career state and federal prosecutor who has served at every level of the justice system. Since taking office as New Mexico’s 32nd Attorney General in 2023, he has made protecting children a central priority—holding major...
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U.S. Coup of Venezuela; Jack Smith says Jan 6th Doesn't Happen Without Trump
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Teamster Dairy Workers Push Back Against Cuts to Healthcare and Pensions
Leslie is joined by Scott Kroona and Brad Lusk, members of Teamsters Local 120, which represents over 15,000 workers in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota. They discuss why their Union has authorized a strike at Actus Nutrition and Foremost Farms. They explain what has led...
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SCOTUS to Hear Trump's Bid to End Birthright Citizenship; Healthcare Premiums Set to Skyrocket if GOP Refuses ACA Tax Credit Extension
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Trump's 36% Approval Rating in Gallup Poll; Hegseth May Have Committed War Crime in 2nd Strike Order
The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad...
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Working Families Take Major Hits in 2025
Leslie is joined by Roxanne Brown, President-Elect of the United Steelworkers. Currently serving as the Union's international Vice President, Brown will be sworn in to her new position on March 1, 2026. Following the USW's regular four-year nomination and election process that recently took…
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About this show
“The Leslie Marshall Show" is a Progressive radio show hosted by one of the nation's most prominent female talk hosts. Leslie provides facts rather than fiction. She discusses breaking news with guests that are experts in their field, allowing the nation to weigh in with their opinions via phone calls and social networking. The show has callers from all sides of the political spectrum, staying true to its motto, "the only true democracy in talk radio."
Hosted by
Leslie Marshall