The Peoples Voice Podcast

The Peoples Voice PodcastA 2023 report by Stanford University found that Black taxpayers in the U.S. were audited three to five times more often than other groups. Since then, there’s been little public evidence of reform. With IRS layoffs and political efforts to roll back modernization funding, this episode asks: has anything actually improved—or is the disparity still quietly ongoing?#taxes#taxdiscrimination #audit#taxaudit#irs#taxtime

From a financial standpoint, food delivery apps can become surprisingly expensive due to added fees, tips, and marked-up menu prices, often turning a $10 meal into $20 or more. Over time, frequent use can lead to significant overspending, making it harder to save money or stay within a budget. The convenience also encourages impulse ordering, increasing how often people spend. Beyond finances, relying heavily on delivery apps can negatively affect health, as people may choose less nutritious, high-calorie meals more often instead of balanced home-cooked options. Compared to cooking at home, which is both healthier and more cost-effective, overusing delivery apps can strain both your wallet and well-being, making moderation important.

Distracted driving covers a wide range of activities, but it's incredibly dangerous and can lead to deadly consequences. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that over 3,200 people were killed in 2023 due to distracted driving. Recent handheld bans are helping to enforce this issue, but there's still much work to be done. In this episode, I dive into the topic, discuss its impact, and share practical tips on how you can avoid driving distracted.#distractedriving#textingwhiledriving#cellphonebans#carsafety#treyevans#thepeoplesvoicepodcast

Across the United States, a growing number of states are rolling back child labor protections, raising concerns that the country is shifting from safeguarding young workers to enabling their exploitation. Recent legislative changes have weakened standards on minimum wage, allowing some employers to pay minors less than adult workers for the same jobs, while also expanding the number of hours teens can legally work—often during school nights or late into the evening. At the same time, restrictions on hazardous occupations have been loosened in certain industries, increasing the risk of injury for young employees. These policy shifts come alongside a documented rise in child labor violations, suggesting that as protections erode, more minors are entering workplaces where their safety, education, and fair compensation may be compromised.#childlaborlaws#laborexploitation#miniumwage#laborviolations#treyevans#thepeoplesvoicepodcast

Wage theft is a serious issue in the United States, particularly affecting low-wage workers like restaurant staff, retail employees, and home care workers. Employers often fail to pay employees for overtime, force them to work off the clock, or withhold tips, leaving workers with less than they’re owed. It’s estimated that U.S. workers lose billions of dollars each year due to wage theft. While some states have enacted stronger laws and enforcement mechanisms, the problem persists, and many workers are unaware of their rights or too afraid to report abuse. In this episode I reivew where this occurring, who is most affected and what is being done to prevent it.