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For the first time in 26 years of the Working Relations Index, every single North American OEM moved up the chart. Ford, Toyota, Stellantis, Honda, GM, and Nissan all scored higher than the year before. That has never happened. Not once.In this special episode, Jan sits down with Dr. Angela Johnson, principal at Plante Moran responsible for the WRI, along with Sig Huber, Chief Commercial Officer of Elm Analytics and former supplier risk leader at Toyota and Fiat Chrysler. Three sharp voices. One story the industry needs to hear.Tariffs. EV cost recovery. Permacrisis fatigue. Return-to-office mandates. Four undercurrents shaped this year's results, and they all point to the same place. When OEMs can't control the macro, they lean into what they can control. Communication. Accessibility. Buyer responsiveness. Taking the meeting. Listening. Acting. That's what moved the needle, and the suppliers noticed.Ford's 32-point jump is the second-largest gain in WRI history, and Liz Door led that charge from the top. Stellantis is showing the early signs of a real turnaround under Filosa. GM's still working through cultural inertia, but the relationship side keeps moving in the right direction. And Toyota and Honda aren't slowing down.Angela also unpacks her new 6C framework. It's the bridge between transactional and relational. Commercial fairness, consistency, clear expectations, communication, continuity, and collaboration. It's the structure the industry's been missing.But here's the harder truth. The next 18 to 24 months will test every relationship in this industry. Cost of goods sold is climbing. Supplier financial distress is creeping back. Cross-functional alignment inside the OEMs is slipping. The playbook's changing. The question isn't whether we can do this together. It's whether we will.Here's the link to the WRI 2026 StudyThemes Discussed in this EpisodeFirst-time-ever WRI result: all six OEMs scored upPermacrisis fatigue and the shift toward collaborationTariffs, EV cost recovery, and commercial fairnessThe 6C framework: bridging transactional and relationalFord's record-setting jump and Liz Door's leadershipStellantis's rebound under FilosaGM's ongoing culture changeTop 50 suppliers, organizational memory, and cultural inertiaReturn-to-office mandates and buyer performanceCross-functional decline inside the OEMsFrom cost reduction to resilience: the playbook is changing

When it comes to EVs, people seem to embrace one of two schools of thought. In school one, electric vehicles may have a role to play but that role is limited. Manufacturers should not be required to build them. And citizens should not be required to pay taxes to subsidize purchase of EVs. In school two, the belief is that electric vehicles are, without a doubt, the future. By 2040 the vast majority of all new vehicles will be propelled by motors driven with energy from batteries. Which school has it right? Enter our special guest today, Mike Colias, author of a tremendous new book called InEVitable: Inside the Messy Unstoppable Transition to Electrics.  Mr. Colias has covered the automotive business for the Wall Street Journal for more than ten years. In this episode he gives us a view on what makes building EVs and batteries so hard for the Detroit Three. Who among the Detroit Three is doing the best job? Who is falling behind? And how might America's commitment to EVs change under the Trump Administration? 

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Brian Shoaf, Director, Government Relations Director, Detroit Regional Chamber, Detroit, MI Discussing the federal proposal to terminate agreement between Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico: There were several questions raised regarding Delta Air Lines & Aeromexico agreement at risk: Brian Shoaf, Government Relations Director with the Detroit Regional Chamber is here to talk today about a federal proposal involving Delta Airlines and Aeromexico that would impact the Michigan business community and consumers. The federal department action would disrupt seamless leisure and business travel between the U.S. and Mexico and would harm Michigan's economy. Welcome Brian. Tell us about the federal proposal to terminate a partnership between the two airlines and why the Detroit Chamber thinks the decision should be reconsidered? Brian: A federal proposal to terminate a vital partnership between Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico would put local flights and jobs in jeopardy. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) proposed the termination of the Joint Cooperation Agreement (JCA) between Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico in January 2024 without any prior notice due to unrelated change's to Mexico's aviation policy. The administration's decision is drastic, punitive, counterproductive and unprecedented. A final decision is expected this fall. This proposed action is troubling for Metro Detroit businesses and will also concern consumers once they become aware of it. 45 million-plus travelers have benefitted from this strategic partnership. Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico have operated 264,000-plus flights and flown 386 million miles, equalizing 15,500 trips around the world. Brian, Tell us more about this agreement? Brian: Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico's successful strategic partnership was approved by the DOT in 2016. This partnership has created and supported thousands of jobs in both countries, US and Mexico, and has led to a substantial increase in service and consumer choice between the U.S. and Mexico. What is the impact of this proposal on the Delta and Aeromexico partnership Brian? Brian: The termination of this partnership would put up to 23 flight routes between the US and Mexico at risk of cancelation, including 5 that go in and out of Detroit Metro Airport. In 2023, these 5 routes served more than 440,000 passengers. The cancelation of these important flight routes would decrease market competition. Many Michigan businesses benefit from this strategic partnership, including the Detroit Three automakers? Brian: Yes. These flights are now essential components of their businesses and allow product purchasers and plant managers to travel between the two essential hubs in less than five hours. Eliminating these direct flights will lead to less efficient travel, resulting in lost production time and quality of our products. This partnership provides direct flights to the Detroit three automakers' manufacturing plants in Mexico. These direct routes have become essential components of the assembly line, allowing product purchasers and plant managers to freely travel between the two hubs in less than 5 hours. How does this partnership between the two airlines impact tourism? Brian: Estimates show that around half a million Mexican tourists visited Michigan in 2023, beach towns and small businesses depend on strong summer tourism months. The loss of direct flights between DTW and Mexico will serve as a significant barrier for prospective Michigan tourists costing Michigan $1,500 per visitor. What is the bottom line here Brian? Brian: When this decision comes to fruition, no other airline will be able to fill the void that Delta's hub capacity at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) currently occupies. The DOT should consider the economic impacts that will result from fewer flights out of DTW and let the partnership stand.

This Day in Legal History:On May 6, 1882, a pivotal moment in U.S. immigration history occurred with the signing of the Chinese Exclusion Act by President Chester A. Arthur. This federal law marked the first and only time that the United States explicitly barred a specific ethnic or national group from immigrating to the country, specifically targeting Chinese laborers. The Act not only prevented Chinese workers from entering the U.S. but also prohibited them from becoming U.S. citizens, denying them the legal rights and protections afforded to citizens.The enactment of the Chinese Exclusion Act was driven by widespread anti-Chinese sentiment in the Western U.S., where economic competition, racial prejudice, and cultural misunderstandings had stoked public and political pressure against Chinese immigrants. Labor movements, particularly on the Pacific Coast, rallied against Chinese laborers, who were often scapegoated for low wages and economic hardships experienced by white workers.Senator Joseph Hawley of Connecticut stood as a vocal opponent of the Act, predicting its harsh judgment by future generations. His prophetic criticism highlighted the injustice embedded in the legislation, foreseeing its negative historical assessment. Indeed, the Act was seen in hindsight as a significant breach of American ideals regarding immigration and equality.The Chinese Exclusion Act laid the groundwork for subsequent restrictive immigration policies. It was not until December 17, 1943, amid World War II and shifting geopolitical alliances, that the Magnuson Act was passed by Congress at the behest of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. This Act repealed the Chinese Exclusion laws, albeit with limited Chinese immigration still imposed, and allowed Chinese residents in the U.S. to become naturalized citizens, signaling a slow transformation in American immigration policy towards inclusivity. Today, the Chinese Exclusion Act is often studied as a stark example of racially discriminatory legislation, reminding us of the ongoing journey toward broader civil rights and equality in America.The U.S. Labor Department has introduced a new rule to expand overtime protections, which is causing concern among employers about potential legal challenges similar to those experienced in 2016. Previously, an attempt to increase overtime eligibility was halted by federal courts just days before its implementation, causing confusion for businesses that had already adjusted pay and staffing. The current rule aims to increase the salary threshold for overtime eligibility among "white collar" workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Starting July 1, employees making less than $43,888 annually will be eligible for overtime, expanding to less than $58,656 by January 1, capturing an additional 4 million workers.Employers face the choice of either raising salaries to maintain exemption or restructuring staffing to manage overtime costs. The new rule represents a significant increase from the current threshold of $35,568, with a projected economic impact including a $1.5 billion annual income shift from employers to workers. This change not only increases wages through overtime but also by encouraging salary raises to keep certain employees exempt. Despite the risk of legal setbacks, businesses are advised to prepare for the changes, assessing their economic and cultural impacts and making necessary adjustments. This rule is also expected to positively affect the workforce by potentially increasing hiring and converting part-time jobs to full-time positions.The substantial changes in salary thresholds affect millions of workers, making it a crucial legal and economic issue.Employers Mull OT Rule Compliance Strategy Despite Legal Déjà VuIn Massachusetts, the practice of using six-person juries in civil cases, initially a necessity during the pandemic, is finding continued favor among litigants, lawyers, and judges due to its efficiency. The state's Supreme Judicial Court had mandated smaller juries as a temporary measure but reverted to the standard twelve-person juries in January. Despite this, the legal community is less insistent on the larger jury size, recognizing the speed and cost-effectiveness of smaller juries, especially given the ongoing backlog of cases caused by court closures during the pandemic.Judges and attorneys have observed that smaller juries expedite the trial process, from jury selection to trial proceedings, as they reduce logistical complications like scheduling conflicts among jurors. For example, Massachusetts Superior Court Judge Peter Krupp noted his positive experiences with juries of six to eight members, highlighting their efficiency in managing cases. Additionally, the flexibility in jury size is seen as a tool to help clear the dockets and maintain the flow of judicial processes.While there is some concern about the potential impact of smaller juries on trial outcomes, with opinions varying depending on whether a party has the burden of proof, the consensus is that smaller juries do not inherently disadvantage either side. They also minimize the risk of a hung jury by reducing the number of jurors who might disagree. Nonetheless, the importance of preserving critical jury selection processes, like peremptory challenges and thorough voir dire, is emphasized to ensure that smaller juries remain fair and unbiased.Overall, the shift towards smaller juries is seen as a practical adaptation that balances judicial efficiency with the need for fairness in the legal process, suggesting that this practice may continue to be utilized to manage the caseload effectively while addressing the constraints of the judicial system.Massachusetts Judges, Trial Bar Embrace Six-Person JuriesBerkshire Hathaway, the conglomerate headed by Warren Buffett, faces significant legal challenges regarding its utility business, particularly with wildfires in Oregon. Greg Abel, recognized as Buffett's likely successor, stated during Berkshire's annual shareholder meeting that all litigation against the utility, specifically targeting PacifiCorp, is baseless and will be contested. This statement follows a recent lawsuit where 1,000 victims claimed $30 billion in damages, alleging PacifiCorp's responsibility for the 2020 Oregon wildfires. This comes in addition to $825 million already paid or owed by PacifiCorp for other related wildfire claims.Abel acknowledged that managing wildfire risks has been a substantial challenge, marking the first time such issues have caused considerable financial strain on one of Berkshire's utilities. Despite methods available to utilities to mitigate wildfire risks—such as insulating wires, managing vegetation, and burying transmission lines—the practice of shutting off power during high-risk scenarios was not initially adopted by PacifiCorp. Abel noted that the cultural focus at Berkshire's utility companies had been on maintaining power supply, especially to critical services like hospitals and fire stations, even during the wildfires.Recently, legislative actions in Utah have allowed utilities to impose surcharges to fund wildfire prevention and limit liability on certain claims, which Abel referred to as the "gold standard." Moving forward, Berkshire is adjusting its policies to shut off power proactively during wildfires and is investing cautiously in its utility operations to enhance their safety and reliability without unnecessary expenditure. Abel emphasized the importance of disciplined investment in this area, reflecting Buffett's philosophy of avoiding further loss by not investing additional resources unwisely.Berkshire executive calls wildfire claims against its utility business unfounded | ReutersThe United Auto Workers (UAW) successfully ratified a new labor agreement with Daimler Truck, continuing its recent series of successful negotiations that began with the Detroit Three automakers last fall. This progress in labor negotiations underscores a significant period of union activity aimed at expanding UAW's influence within the auto industry, especially targeting non-union U.S. factories primarily owned by foreign automakers.A significant milestone was achieved when workers at Volkswagen's Chattanooga plant in Tennessee voted to join the UAW, an effort led by UAW President Shawn Fain to unionize American factories operated by overseas companies. This victory is part of a broader strategy to address worker conditions and wages across the industry, notably as the UAW sets its sights on upcoming union votes, such as the one at the Mercedes assembly plant in Alabama scheduled between May 13 and May 17.The timeline of UAW activities highlights aggressive organizing efforts and strategic negotiations over the past year, marked by notable wage increases across various companies and successful contract negotiations impacting around 150,000 U.S. workers. These efforts are part of a larger UAW campaign to enhance worker rights and compensation in the traditionally non-union sectors of the U.S. auto industry, signaling a potentially transformative period for labor relations in this sector.UAW workers ratify deal with Daimler as focus shifts to voting at Mercedes | Reuters Get full access to Minimum Competence - Daily Legal News Podcast at www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

It's a notable Wednesday as a looming UAW vote at the Chattanooga VW plant gets under way. We're also talking about a new set of “trust principles” regarding autonomous vehicles, as well as a brand collab between Carvana and pro gaming. The voting begins this morning to determine whether or not to unionize the VW plant in Chattanooga.  In a dramatic move yesterday, Southern governors issued cautioning statements directed at the 4300 auto workers at the plant, warning that  voting for UAW union representation could threaten their jobs.Southern governors from Tennessee, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas have publicly opposed the unionization, linking it to potential job risks and investment losses.This union drive is part of the UAW's broader strategy to organize nonunion auto factories across the South, affecting nearly 150,000 workers.Volkswagen has expressed neutrality, respecting the workers' right to a democratic vote and ensuring privacy in the voting process.Tennessee Governor Bill Lee said, "We are seeing in the fallout of the Detroit Three strike with those automakers rethinking investments and cutting jobs. Putting businesses in our states in that position is the last thing we want to do."In a call back to 2019, it looks like autonomy may be in the sights of industry experts and culture as yesterday the Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association (AVIA) published their “Trust Principles.”Self-driving cars like those from Cruise and Waymo have contributed to a growing public skepticism, following several troubling incidents including accidents and traffic disruptions.AVIA aims to enhance community relations and educate the public about AVs, planning to establish a national council with law enforcement and first responders to improve emergency situation responses.Recent events underscore the urgency of building trust; a Cruise vehicle in San Francisco was involved in a serious incident last October, raising concerns over safety and transparency.The industry's broader challenge includes distancing itself from systems like Tesla's Full Self-Driving, which are often confused with fully autonomous technologies.Carvana is collaborating with NRG and Rocket League influencer Musty for a unique giveaway, offering gamers a chance to win a Tesla Model 3, blending the excitement of esports with a high-stakes prize.Musty will personally deliver the Tesla to the winner, enhancing the connection between virtual gaming achievements and tangible rewards.The giveaway follows the successful Carvana | NRG Combine event, which highlighted emerging talent in the esports arena and awarded a $10,000 prize and a content creator contract.Carvana's Ryan Keeton and NRG's Brandon Tortora emphasize their commitment to memorable experiences and further engaging the esports community.Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

GET THE TRANSCRIPT AND A WHOLE LOT MORE AT HTTP://PETERNAVARRO.SUBSTACK.COM   America's Anti-Trump Labor Bosses Declare War on Their Own Rank and File Rank and file, blue-collar manufacturing workers love Donald John Trump.  Yet, their union leaders consistently have failed to endorse him. This paradox has recently been on display as 2024 Candidate Trump has sparred with United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain over the UAW's Joe Biden endorsement. Trump is absolutely right Fain is a “dope.”  As I analyzed in an earlier column (UAW suicide pact with Detroit Three will mean higher costs, lower profits, overseas manufacturing), Fain's pyrrhic “victory” in the recent UAW-Big Three negotiations is merely a short term “triumph” that  effectively institutionalizes the offshoring of battery production and other key parts of the electric vehicle supply chain to Communist China.  LISTEN NOW FOR THE REST OF THE STORY!  AND PLEASE WRITE A REVIEW

Stellantis announced that they'll be sitting out two major events this year citing cost concerns – the Consumer Electronics Show and the Chicago Auto Show. This also came out: the Detroit Three will not be advertising during the 2024 Super Bowl. Today, a new year of cars and marketing, and what this could signal about the future. GUEST: Jamie LaReau, reporter at the Detroit Free Press ___ Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this replay of the Nov. 24, 2023, Automotive News Canada Podcast, Lana Payne, president of Unifor, takes us inside the contract talks with the Detroit Three automakers, how the deals affect the industry — from wages to the competition to pricing — and where the union goes from here.

Nov. 27, 2023 | Unifor President Lana Payne reflects on Detroit Three negotiations by Automotive News

Lana Payne, president of Unifor, takes us inside the contract talks with the Detroit Three automakers, how the deals affect the industry — from wages to the competition to pricing — and where the union goes from here.

Another non-union carmaker is giving its workers a big raise in the wake of the new Detroit Three contracts. WWJ Auto Beat Reporter Jeff Gilbert has more Jennifer and James Crumbley, the parents of the Oxford school shooter Ethan Crumbley, have requested separate trials. WWJ's Charlie Langton has more. (Credit: Oakland County Sheriff's Office)

Labor historian Nelson Lichtenstein returns to Jacobin Radio with Suzi Weissman to talk about the Tentative Agreements (TAs) the United Auto Workers (UAW) reached—still to be ratified—with the Big Three auto companies after six weeks on strike. It was the first time the UAW hit the Detroit Three at once. As Nelson wrote in his recent Jacobin piece, the UAW strike victory is historic and transformative, ending a forty-three-year era of concession bargaining and labor movement defeat. “With its successful strike, the UAW has broken with decades of concessions, won on pay and workplace democracy, and launched a new national labor leader. There's much more organizing to be done, but this is an unmitigated victory for the entire working class.” We talk to Nelson about the transformative nature of this victory—the best news in the world today—and get his broader perspective on what it means for American politics and the working class writ large.Jacobin Radio with Suzi Weissman features conversations with leading thinkers and activists, with a focus on labor, the economy, and protest movements. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UAW reached a tentative contract agreement with General Motors on Monday, the last of the Detroit Three automakers to agree to a deal. Plus, State Sen. Stephanie Chang (D-Detroit) is hosting a town hall on Saturday to discuss the I-375 Reconnecting Communities Project with the community. Do you have a community story we should tell? Let us know in an email at detroiteveningreport@wdet.org.

General Motors and the United Auto Workers union have reached a tentative contract agreement that could end a six-week-old strike against the Detroit Three. Ford got a tentative deal last week. Stellantis reached a settlement on Saturday. GUEST: Jordyn Grzelewski, autos & business reporter for the Detroit News ___ Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music from Blue Dot Sessions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crain's health care reporter Katherine Davis talks with host Amy Guth about industry news, including how Advocate's new Illinois chief plans to navigate the company's post-merger realities. Plus: 'Mansion tax' proposal heads for a City Council vote, Illinois a big winner in tentative agreements between UAW and the Detroit Three, warehouse development keeps outpacing demand and Northwestern faculty question university over Ryan Field rebuild financing.

The United Auto Workers union has announced a tentative deal with General Motors to end a six-week walkout. It comes after the union clinched deals with Ford and Stellantis, the other two companies disrupted by industrial action at the "Detroit Three". Those agreements outline wage increases of roughly 25% over four-and-a-half years, plus other improvements to working conditions. US President Joe Biden hailed the news as an example of "worker power".

The cost of the UAW strike against the Detroit Three is growing by the day -- now estimated at $7.7B. WWJ's Jeff Gilbert has more. US Representative Rashida Tlaib is co-leading a measure calling for an immediate de-escalation and cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war. WWJ's Charlie Langton has more. (Credit: Sarabeth Maney/USA Today)  

Tens of thousands of UAW workers have been walking the picket lines against Stellantis, General Motors and Ford with no end in sight. On a new Daily J, WWJ's Zach Clark digs into the economic impact here in Michigan and how that might play into how long the strike will last. (PHOTO: Mandi Wright/USA Today)

AP correspondent Ed Donahue on Auto Workers Strike

The United Auto Workers union has called rolling strikes against the Detroit Three automakers—Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis (formerly Chrysler) since mid-September. The labor action, and other strikes including the strikes that have struck Hollywood films and television, have rekindled debate over the proper role and powers of organized labor in the United States. Joining […]

We're back in the studio on this last Friday in Q3 as we give an accusatory UAW Update, discuss a new WSJ report on third party listing sites, and count down the 20 best US cities for coffee drinkers. Show Notes with links:UAW President Shawn Fain accused General Motors  and Stellantis of "enabling" violence against striking union workers by allegedly hiring "scab contractors as he highlighted three instances of violence and intimidation towards striking union workers, notably a hit-and-run at a GM facility in Flint, Michigan, which left five individuals injured.The Wall Street Journal reported that GM plans to use salaried workers for parts shipments, while Stellantis has stored a month's worth of inventory for various parts, raising questions about their approach during the strike.Denied hiring replacement workers and expressed concern over certain UAW members' conduct on the picket lines. Stellantis further criticized Fain's "misleading and inflammatory statements" and urged for peace and de-escalation.GM: Reacted to the Flint incident by stating that the suspect, from an external housekeeping company, had been barred from company grounds. GM emphasized its commitment to the safety of all employees and said they were cooperating with authorities investigating the hit-and-run.Shawn Fain is set to give a video address at 10 a.m. ET on Friday and may announce walkouts at more Detroit Three auto factories, depending on the outcome of ongoing negotiations.As the impact of the UAW strikes are yet to be realized, a new Wall Street Journal article highlights the shifting dynamics in the auto retail sector from a sellers to a buyers market. As inventory and choice have expanded, and consumers are being more selective, third party car-listing platforms like CarGurus and Cars.com are poised for significant growth opportunities.The online platforms are essential for dealers as a majority of consumers now research car purchases online. An equity analyst at UBS reports that Cars.com claims about half of the 40,000 U.S. dealerships list on its site, while CarGurus had over 24,000 paying dealers by the end of 2022.In last week's earnings call, CARS CEO Alex Vetter said dealers are turning to their platform to give increased exposure to units that aren't selling quickly and at least one store interviewed by the UBS analyst said they allocate up to 50% of their total marketing spend on these platforms.Today is National Coffee Day, and a recent WalletHub report has brewed up a ranking of the best US cities for coffee lovers in 2023. The rankings are based on a mix of metrics, including coffee consumption and establishment counts, the list identifies the top destinations for aficionados of the beloved beverage.The number one city for coffee lovers is….Hosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email ASOTU Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/automotivestateoftheunion

The United Auto Workers union has called rolling strikes against the Detroit Three automakers—Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis (formerly Chrysler) since mid-September. The labor action, and other strikes including the strikes that have struck Hollywood films and television, have rekindled debate over the proper role and powers of organized labor in the United States. Joining me to discuss these topics are my colleague Parker Thayer and Dominic Pino, the Thomas L. Rhodes Fellow at National Review Institute.Links: What to Make of American Compass's “New Conservative Voter”Organized Labor Is Progressivism and Progressivism Is Organized LaborRepublicans: The UAW Will Never Love YouFollow us on our Socials: Twitter: @capitalresearchInstagram: @capitalresearchcenterFacebook: www.facebook.com/capitalresearchcenterYouTube: @capitalresearchcenter

John D'Agnolo, the head of Unifor's Ford master bargaining committee, talks about what it was like bargaining with the automaker, breaks down what's in the new contract, and explains why he believes it's a winner. He also explains why comparing Unifor demands to those of the UAW isn't realistic, and he talks about the impact UAW President Shawn Fain is having on negotiations between Unifor and the Detroit Three.

- Biden Supports 40 Percent UAW Raises - Internal Leak: UAW Wants to Damage Detroit Three - U.S. EV Sales Up 80 Percent - Slow Sales: VW Cuts EV Production In EU - Geely Embraces Swappable Batteries - BMW Adds More PHEVs To Lineup - Solar Subsidies in Germany Snapped Up in A Day - Nissan Intros New $17,225 Versa - Bosch Develops Fish-Eye Backup Camera

- Biden Supports 40 Percent UAW Raises - Internal Leak: UAW Wants to Damage Detroit Three - U.S. EV Sales Up 80 Percent - Slow Sales: VW Cuts EV Production In EU - Geely Embraces Swappable Batteries - BMW Adds More PHEVs To Lineup - Solar Subsidies in Germany Snapped Up in A Day - Nissan Intros New $17,225 Versa - Bosch Develops Fish-Eye Backup CameraThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3270299/advertisement

In this podcast episode, Tudor welcomes Henry Payne to discuss the ongoing United Auto Workers (UAW) strike and its impact on the automotive industry. They highlight the seriousness of the strike, its effect on major automakers like Ford, Jeep, and GM, and the potential ripple effects across the country. They delve into the demands of the UAW and question the feasibility and consequences of these demands. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comFollow Clay & Buck on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuckSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast episode, Tudor welcomes Henry Payne to discuss the ongoing United Auto Workers (UAW) strike and its impact on the automotive industry. They highlight the seriousness of the strike, its effect on major automakers like Ford, Jeep, and GM, and the potential ripple effects across the country. They delve into the demands of the UAW and question the feasibility and consequences of these demands. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this podcast episode, Tudor welcomes Henry Payne to discuss the ongoing United Auto Workers (UAW) strike and its impact on the automotive industry. They highlight the seriousness of the strike, its effect on major automakers like Ford, Jeep, and GM, and the potential ripple effects across the country. They delve into the demands of the UAW and question the feasibility and consequences of these demands. The Tudor Dixon Podcast is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Monday, Wednesday, & Friday. For more information visit TudorDixonPodcast.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By some estimates, the strike against the Detroit three is now costing automakers a combined $150M a day -- a cost that's likely to go up as the strike expands. WWJ's Jeff Gilbert has more. We're starting to see the first impact from the UAW strike among Michigan Auto Suppliers. WWJ's Greg Bowman has more. (Credit: David Rodriguez Munoz/USA Today)

Imagine a world where auto workers clock in for just 32 hours each week, but pocket a whopping 40% more pay. Sounds radical, right? Join us for a riveting discussion on the United Auto Workers' strike that's shaking up the industry, demanding this seismic shift in pay and work hours. We delve into the ripple effects of these demands, from how they could deplete the strike fund to the possibility of steering consumers away from the Detroit Three. The stakes are high and the impact of this strike is far-reaching. In our second segment, we take you inside the communities where the closure of auto plants is more than just a headline - it's a livelihood at risk. With the UAW mounting an unprecedented strike against GM, Ford, and Stalannis, we share stories of the thousands whose daily bread is tied to these plants and how the Detroit Three's market share has influenced closures. We also give you a snapshot of dealer responses, and for a change of pace, we'll catch up on the race season, with Erica Enders leading in Pro Stock and the upcoming Bristol night races.Finally, we slide open the doors of the top-producing auto assembly plants in the U.S., giving you a unique insight into their operations, their production numbers, and the real-life effect of the UAW strike on their workforce. And we have a special invitation for you – join our car talk family! Tune in on the iHeartRadio app, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform, and stay connected with our weekly 30-minute episodes. It's your chance to join a tight-knit community of car enthusiasts and get in on the conversation.Lupe Tortilla, sponsor Tailpipes & Tacos Lupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas, is host to the quarterly Saturday morning cruise-in!Sponsored by Gulf Coast Auto Shield Paint protection and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time Car Talk any time? In Wheel Time Car Talk is now available on iHeart Radio! Just go to iheart.com/InWheelTimeCarTalk where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk and check out our live broadcast every Saturday, 8a-11aCT simulcasting on iHeart Radio, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Car Talk can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Pandora Podcast, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeart Radio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.iheart.com/live/in-wheel-time-car-talk-9327/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Car Talk, email us at info@inwheeltime.comTags: In Wheel Time, automotive car talk show, car talk, Live car talk show, In Wheel Time Car Talk

The three-hundred-sixty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy to visit Biden as Congress debates $24bn in aid Shuffle of Russian military chiefs preceded death of Wagner boss Prigozhin Flooding death toll soars to 11,300 in Libya's coastal city of Derna Macron skips UN General Assembly amid busy diplomatic schedule U.S. auto workers target Detroit Three with first simultaneous strike Li Shangfu: Top US envoy questions China defence minister's absence Circus performer breaks world record with eight flaming hula hoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Consumers expect inflation to be at 3.1 percent in a year, lowest expectation in more than two years; UAW strikes against Detroit Three automakers; Media companies to resume negotiations with striking writers; Apple to update software in iPhone 12 models amid radiation concern.

Consumers expect inflation to be at 3.1 percent in a year, lowest expectation in more than two years; UAW strikes against Detroit Three automakers; Media companies to resume negotiations with striking writers; Apple to update software in iPhone 12 models amid radiation concern.

The UAW voted to strike against the Detroit Three auto companies. They are using a strategy called a "stand up" strike. We'll explain what that means in this historic moment in Labor. GUEST: Tracy Samilton, Michigan Radio News ____ Looking for more conversations from Stateside? Right this way. If you like what you hear on the pod, consider supporting our work. Music from Blue Dot Sessions and Audio Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The three-hundred-sixty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy to visit Biden as Congress debates $24bn in aid Shuffle of Russian military chiefs preceded death of Wagner boss Prigozhin Flooding death toll soars to 11,300 in Libya's coastal city of Derna Macron skips UN General Assembly amid busy diplomatic schedule U.S. auto workers target Detroit Three with first simultaneous strike Li Shangfu: Top US envoy questions China defence minister's absence Circus performer breaks world record with eight flaming hula hoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskiy to visit Biden as Congress debates $24bn in aid Shuffle of Russian military chiefs preceded death of Wagner boss Prigozhin Flooding death toll soars to 11,300 in Libya's coastal city of Derna Macron skips UN General Assembly amid busy diplomatic schedule U.S. auto workers target Detroit Three with first simultaneous strike Li Shangfu: Top US envoy questions China defence minister's absence Circus performer breaks world record with eight flaming hula hoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Left of Lansing Short on this Friday September 15, 2023 deals with the UAW's request for a 32-hour work week for its members.  It's not that crazy of an idea, and the data shows that workers are happier and more productive when they work four days a week.  If that's the case, then why aren't we doing it! The UAW officially started its "Stand Up Strike" against the Big Three automakers late Thursday night. In addition to the four-day work week, the UAW is asking for a 40% increase in wages, paid time-off, better pensions, and more. Auto corporations are demanding their workers earn less while working longer hours as their CEO's earned 40% raises over the last decade.  --Pat leftoflansing.com leftoflansing@gmail.com  NOTES: "Why a 4-day workweek is on the table for autoworkers." By Andrea Hsu of Michigan Radio "32-hour work week would be the end of Detroit." By James David Dickson of Michigan Capitol Confidential "Strike! United Auto Workers declares historic strike against Detroit Three automakers." By Anna Liz Nichols of Michigan Advance "Electric Vehicle Factories Are Overwhelmingly Nonunion. The UAW Strike Could Change That." By Dianne Feeley of Jacobin "The UAW Strike Matters for the Entire US Working Class." By Alex N. Press of Jacobin

UAW prepares to strike at Detroit Three automakers, rejects new offers. Federal judge says DACA is illegal in ruling likely headed for Supreme Court. US judge freezes New Mexico governor's gun ban. Continuing effects of inflation. A ufologist claims to show 2 alien corpses to Mexico's Congress. Chicago Teachers Union president enrolled child in private school. NSYNC teases first new song in over 20 years. Men and dating. Biden admin strikes deal with Iran to swap prisoners, release $6 billion in frozen funds.

On this week's AAP Podcast, Chris Versace is joined by Todd Campbell, editor of TheStreet's Smarts. Out of the gate, the two talk about inflation and the August Consumer Price Index report, both agreeing September and October data will now be a focal point for the market and investors. Todd shares his thoughts on potential seasonality in oil, while Chris weighs in on wages following the Teamsters-UPS (UPS) contract and similar negotiations between the UAW and the Detroit Three as well as pilots and airlines. The conversation shifts to potential risks for consumer spending power as student debt repayments return in October. Todd shares concerns about the holiday shopping season, and Chris discusses his for travel and restaurant spending. The two wind up sharing their thoughts on Apple's (AAPL) iPhone event offering who they think will benefit the most. If you listen carefully, you'll learn who next week's guest will be on the podcast, and trust us, it's one you aren't going to want to miss.

In today's episode, Morningstar Inc's investment specialist Susan Dziubinski highlights three dividend stocks, while Kristoffer Inton, consumer equity strategist at Morningstar Research Services, talks all the latest developments in the cannabis space.Salesforce Soared Among the CloudsUnited Auto Workers Vote to Approve a StrikeBest Buy's Better Q2Cannabis Stocks Slow Growth  HHS Recommends Rescheduling Cannabis   Canadian Cannabis Companies Cannabis Stocks Look Cheap Cannabis Stock Outlook  Read about topics from this episode.  Salesforce Earnings: Strong Margins, Share Buybacks, CRPO Growth Drive Good QuarterUAW Strike Likely at Stellantis, and Striking All the Detroit Three at Once Is PossibleBest Buy Earnings: Solid Quarter Overshadowed by Weak Industry Environment; Shares Remain CheapCannabis Shares Rally On Recommendation for Less Stringent Prohibition What to watch from Morningstar.Economy Outshines ‘Uneventful Earnings'Microsoft Bets Big on AI: What Investors Should Know, Part TwoMicrosoft Bets Big on AI: What Investors Should Know, Part OneInterest-Rate Forecast: What's Next? Read what our team is writing:Ruth SaldanhaKristoffer IntonSusan DziubinskiDave Sekera  Follow us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MorningstarInc/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MorningstarIncInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/morningstar... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/5161/ 

In this replay of the Aug. 4, 2023, Automotive News Canada Podcast, our Automotive News Canada Toronto Bureau Chief David Kennedy tells us what Unifor and the Detroit Three want from this year's contract talks. He also explains what it means to have Unifor and the UAW in the United States bargaining at the same time and how the electric vehicle revolution could affect bargaining.

August 16, 2023 ~ Detroit News Senior Editor/Business Columnist Daniel Howes updates Paul W about the news that about 146,000 members of the United Auto Workers union will vote next week on authorizing their leaders to call strikes against the Detroit Three automakers amid the "slow pace" in contract talks.

Oregon county lost $1 billion in 2020 as residents fled crime, homelessness https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/oregon-county-lost-1-billion-in-2020-as-residents-fled-crime-homelessness-its-like-portland-died/ar-AA1eKUcT Trucking Firm That Got $700 Million U.S. Bailout Declares Bankruptcy https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/07/business/yellow-trucking-bankruptcy.html GM CEO Mary Barra made $29M in 2021 — but most of it wasn't from her salary https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/general-motors/2022/04/29/gm-ceo-mary-barra-salary-compensation/9574068002/ UAW seeks double-digit pay hikes in Detroit Three auto contract talks https://www.cnbc.com/2023/08/03/uaw-seeks-double-digit-pay-hikes-in-detroit-three-auto-contract-talks.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

August 4, 2023 ~ Detroit News Senior Editor/Business & Columnist Daniel Howes updates Paul W. on how the UAW demands 46% pay hike in talks with Detroit Three automakers.

Automotive News Canada Toronto Bureau Chief David Kennedy tells us what Unifor and the Detroit Three want from this year's contract talks. He also explains what it means to have Unifor and the UAW in the United States bargaining at the same time, and how the electric-vehicle revolution could affect bargaining.

June 7, 2023 ~ Rod Alberts, Detroit Auto Dealers Association (DADA) Executive Director & Thad Szott, Chairman of the 2023 North American International Detroit Auto Show talk to Paul about the September show and they say the Detroit Three are committed will all brands participating.

MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Cleveland Guardians 8, Detroit Tigers 4 Houston Astros 3, Chicago White Sox 2 Chicago Cubs 3, Washington Nationals 2 Guardians 8, Tigers 4 – Guardians score 6 runs in 8th, rally past Tigers 8-4 All-Star José Ramírez blooped a go-ahead, two-run double as the Cleveland Guardians scored six runs with two outs in the eighth inning, rallying for a 8-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers. Rookies Steven Kwan and Oscar Gonzalez had RBI doubles, and Amed Rosario and Owen Miller added run-scoring singles in the eighth for the AL Central-leading Guardians. Tigers reliever Andrew Chafin struck out the first three batters in the inning, but tossed a wild pitch that allowed Luke Maile to run to first base and extend the frame. Cleveland then rattled off five straight hits and had seven consecutive men reach base. Astros 3, White Sox 2 – Valdez, Alvarez lead Astros to 3-2 win over White Sox Framber Valdez threw seven solid innings, Yordan Alvarez drove in a run and scored one, and the Houston Astros beat the Chicago White Sox 3-2. Chicago’s five-game winning streak ended. Valdez (12-4) gave up two runs and seven hits, struck out six and walked three. The left-hander is 4-0 in six starts since losing to Oakland on July 9. Alvarez drove in Jose Altuve with a sacrifice fly in the first. He singled and scored on Trey Mancini’s sac fly in the fourth. Cubs 3, Nationals 2 – Gomes’ RBI single in 7th lifts Cubs over Nationals 3-2 Yan Gomes hit a tie-breaking single in the seventh inning against his former team and the Chicago Cubs beat the Washington Nationals 3-2 to win the three-game series. Franmil Reyes smacked a leadoff double off Jake McGee in the seventh. McGee struck out the next two batters and right-hander Steve Cishek came on to face righty Gomes, who hit a soft liner to right, scoring Reyes. Gomes played for the Nationals from 2019-21. Erich Uelman pitched 2/3 of an inning for his first major league win. Steven Brault threw two scoreless innings and Rowan Wick pitched the ninth for his eighth save. Today Houston (Garcia 9-8) at Chicago White Sox (Giolito 9-6), 2:10 p.m. Chicago Cubs (Sampson 0-3) at Baltimore (Watkins 4-2), 3:05 p.m. Tigers are off MLB – Mike Trout plans to return for Angels on Friday in Detroit Three-time AL MVP Mike Trout intends to return to the Los Angeles Angels’ lineup on Friday night in Detroit. Trout hasn’t played since July 12. He missed the Angels’ past 30 games with an injury to his upper back and ribcage. He faced live pitching Monday and worked out Wednesday. The workouts left him confident he will be able to play against the Tigers when the Angels open a lengthy road trip. Trout earned an All-Star selection this summer while batting .270 with 24 homers and 51 RBIs in 79 games. But he has missed significant playing time for the second straight season. MLB – Former Phillies manager Joe Girardi to join Cubs TV booth Former Phillies manager Joe Girardi has joined Marquee Sports Network as an game analyst for the Chicago Cubs, one of his former teams. Marquee says Girardi will join Jon Sciambi and former big league pitcher Jim Deshaies in the booth for this weekend’s series against Milwaukee. He also will work next month’s series at Miami. Marquee Sports Network is jointly owned by the Cubs and Sinclair Broadcast Group. The 57-year-old Girardi was the manager in Philadelphia before he was fired in June. He had a 132-141 record over three years with the Phillies. NFL – National Football League – Preseason Week 2 Tonight Chicago Bears at Seattle Seahawks, 8:00 p.m. NFL – Colts, Lions get physical on 1st day of joint practices Indianapolis coach Frank Reich enjoyed watching the first joint practice with the Detroit Lions. He liked the spirited play, the intensity, even the controlled chippiness. Lions quarterback Jared Goff just enjoyed working against a different defense — once he settled in. It was a solid start to a long, busy week of work. The two teams will hold another practice against one another Thursday and meet Saturday for their second preseason game. WNBA – WNBA Playoffs – Round 1 (Best of three) Last Night New York Liberty 98, Chicago Sky 91                                          (NYL leads 1-0) Liberty 98, Sky 91 – Liberty score final 13 points, beat Sky in playoff opener Sabrina Ionescu had 22 points, seven rebounds and six assists, Natasha Howard also scored 22 points and the seventh-seeded New York Liberty beat the defending champion Chicago Sky 98-91 in the opening game of the WNBA playoffs. New York scored the final 13 points of the fourth quarter as Chicago missed 10 of its last 11 shots. Ionescu made a 3-pointer and a jumper from the free-throw line during the run, and Marine Johannes highlighted the spurt with an over-the-shoulder pass to Howard. New York, which won its first playoff game since September 23, 2015, plays Game 2 of the best-of-three series at Chicago on Saturday. Betnijah Laney added 17 points and Stefanie Dolson scored 13 for New York, which set a franchise scoring record in the playoffs. NBA – LeBron James inks 2-year, $97.1 million deal with Lakers LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $97.1 million contract extension through the 2024-25 season with the Los Angeles Lakers. The maximum deal includes a player option for the 2024-25 season that would keep the second-leading scorer in NBA history with the Lakers past his 40th birthday. James was headed into the final year of his most recent deal with the Lakers, who signed the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player and four-time league champion in July 2018. Barring injury, James is likely to surpass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the NBA’s career scoring king this winter. NCAA – Big Ten – USC, UCLA exits could cost Pac-12 schools $13M in rights A new report says the departures of Southern California and UCLA from the Pac-12 Conference could mean an estimated loss of around $13 million per year in media rights for each of the remaining schools. The interim report was released during a Board of Regents meeting held at UCLA to address its move to the Big Ten Conference in 2024. California Gov. Gavin Newsom demanded an explanation from UCLA about the move when he attended last month’s Board of Regents meeting in San Francisco. UCLA and USC announced in June that the schools would be leaving the Pac-12 Conference in two years. USC is a private institution and not part of the UC system. Golf – LIV – Report: LIV draft contract has restrictions and major bonus The Wall Street Journal is reporting LIV Golf players need permission to grant exclusive interviews and agree to help recruit other players. The Journal says it reviewed a draft contract that Saudi-funded LIV Golf offered players. The newspaper says it wasn’t clear if terms in the draft are in all contracts or can be negotiated. None of the signing bonuses are mentioned. One provision says players would get a $1 million bonus if they were to win any of the four majors. Meanwhile, Greg Norman has sent a letter updating LIV Golf’s request for world ranking points. Golf – PGA – Players-only private meeting was all about a better PGA Tour Tiger Woods felt strongly enough about a private meeting of top PGA Tour players that he flew from Florida to Delaware to attend. What’s emerging from that players-only meeting is unity against a rival league funded by Saudi money and how to make the PGA Tour better. There was another form of unity. No one is willing to share details on the best way forward. Xander Schauffele says there was a code to keep tight lips. Rory McIlroy says the ideas are for tour executives to hear as they forge a path. As for Woods? McIlroy says he remains the biggest voice. NHL – Blackhawks agree to 1-year deal with D Jack Johnson The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a one-year contract with Jack Johnson after the veteran defenseman helped Colorado win the Stanley Cup last season. Johnson’s contract carries a $950,000 hit to the salary cap. General manager Kyle Davidson says Johnson “provides the team with a strong veteran presence, good size and a competitive edge.” The 35-year-old Johnson broke into the NHL with the Los Angeles Kings in 2007. He has 72 goals and 240 assists in 1,024 games, also playing for Columbus, Pittsburgh and the New York Rangers. NASCAR – Kimi Raikkonen hits pause on retirement to race NASCAR Kimi Raikkonen will take a break from his retirement to return to racing this weekend in the NASCAR race at Watkins Glen International in upstate New York. The 2007 Formula One world champion will drive for TrackHouse Racing and its Project91, which is a program to give top international drivers exposure to NASCAR. Sunday’s race with the Raikkonen is the debut of Project91. The Finnish driver has tried NASCAR racing once before. In 2011, he ran the Xfinity and Truck Series races at Charlotte. This will be his Cup debut. There are a NASCAR-record seven countries represented in Sunday’s field. MILB – Midwest League Baseball Last Night West Michigan Whitecaps 10, Lake County Captains 2 Lansing Lugnuts 6, Great Lakes Loons 3 Beloit Sky Carp at South Bend Cubs, PPD – Poor field conditions, DH on 8/19 Tonight Lake County Captains at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:35 p.m. Beloit Sky Carp at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m. Great Lakes Loons at Lansing Lugnuts, 7:05 p.m. MHSAA – High School Sports Last Night Boys Soccer St. Joseph 1, Plainwell 0 Lakeshore 8, Dowagiac 1 Allegan 2, South Haven 0 Niles 6, Bloomingdale 1 Cassopolis 4, Buchanan 2 Hartford 8, Paw Paw 4 Gull Lake 7, Edwardsburg 0 Watervliet 4, Parchment 0 Schoolcraft 1, Coloma 0 Fennville 5, Lawton 2 Marshall 4, Kalamazoo Loy Norrix 3 Harper Creek 5, Three Rivers 2 Kalamazoo Central 3, Coldwater 2 Holland Black River 4, Saugatuck 0 Boys Tennis St. Joseph 6, Kalamazoo Central 2 Tonight Boys Soccer Howardsville Christian at Bangor, 6:00 p.m. Bridgman at Brandywine, 5:00 p.m. Middleville Thornapple Kellogg at Otsego, 6:30 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Cleveland Guardians 8, Detroit Tigers 4 Houston Astros 3, Chicago White Sox 2 Chicago Cubs 3, Washington Nationals 2 Guardians 8, Tigers 4 – Guardians score 6 runs in 8th, rally past Tigers 8-4 All-Star José Ramírez blooped a go-ahead, two-run double as the Cleveland Guardians scored six runs with two outs in the eighth inning, rallying for a 8-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers. Rookies Steven Kwan and Oscar Gonzalez had RBI doubles, and Amed Rosario and Owen Miller added run-scoring singles in the eighth for the AL Central-leading Guardians. Tigers reliever Andrew Chafin struck out the first three batters in the inning, but tossed a wild pitch that allowed Luke Maile to run to first base and extend the frame. Cleveland then rattled off five straight hits and had seven consecutive men reach base. Astros 3, White Sox 2 – Valdez, Alvarez lead Astros to 3-2 win over White Sox Framber Valdez threw seven solid innings, Yordan Alvarez drove in a run and scored one, and the Houston Astros beat the Chicago White Sox 3-2. Chicago’s five-game winning streak ended. Valdez (12-4) gave up two runs and seven hits, struck out six and walked three. The left-hander is 4-0 in six starts since losing to Oakland on July 9. Alvarez drove in Jose Altuve with a sacrifice fly in the first. He singled and scored on Trey Mancini’s sac fly in the fourth. Cubs 3, Nationals 2 – Gomes’ RBI single in 7th lifts Cubs over Nationals 3-2 Yan Gomes hit a tie-breaking single in the seventh inning against his former team and the Chicago Cubs beat the Washington Nationals 3-2 to win the three-game series. Franmil Reyes smacked a leadoff double off Jake McGee in the seventh. McGee struck out the next two batters and right-hander Steve Cishek came on to face righty Gomes, who hit a soft liner to right, scoring Reyes. Gomes played for the Nationals from 2019-21. Erich Uelman pitched 2/3 of an inning for his first major league win. Steven Brault threw two scoreless innings and Rowan Wick pitched the ninth for his eighth save. Today Houston (Garcia 9-8) at Chicago White Sox (Giolito 9-6), 2:10 p.m. Chicago Cubs (Sampson 0-3) at Baltimore (Watkins 4-2), 3:05 p.m. Tigers are off MLB – Mike Trout plans to return for Angels on Friday in Detroit Three-time AL MVP Mike Trout intends to return to the Los Angeles Angels’ lineup on Friday night in Detroit. Trout hasn’t played since July 12. He missed the Angels’ past 30 games with an injury to his upper back and ribcage. He faced live pitching Monday and worked out Wednesday. The workouts left him confident he will be able to play against the Tigers when the Angels open a lengthy road trip. Trout earned an All-Star selection this summer while batting .270 with 24 homers and 51 RBIs in 79 games. But he has missed significant playing time for the second straight season. MLB – Former Phillies manager Joe Girardi to join Cubs TV booth Former Phillies manager Joe Girardi has joined Marquee Sports Network as an game analyst for the Chicago Cubs, one of his former teams. Marquee says Girardi will join Jon Sciambi and former big league pitcher Jim Deshaies in the booth for this weekend’s series against Milwaukee. He also will work next month’s series at Miami. Marquee Sports Network is jointly owned by the Cubs and Sinclair Broadcast Group. The 57-year-old Girardi was the manager in Philadelphia before he was fired in June. He had a 132-141 record over three years with the Phillies. NFL – National Football League – Preseason Week 2 Tonight Chicago Bears at Seattle Seahawks, 8:00 p.m. NFL – Colts, Lions get physical on 1st day of joint practices Indianapolis coach Frank Reich enjoyed watching the first joint practice with the Detroit Lions. He liked the spirited play, the intensity, even the controlled chippiness. Lions quarterback Jared Goff just enjoyed working against a different defense — once he settled in. It was a solid start to a long, busy week of work. The two teams will hold another practice against one another Thursday and meet Saturday for their second preseason game. WNBA – WNBA Playoffs – Round 1 (Best of three) Last Night New York Liberty 98, Chicago Sky 91                                          (NYL leads 1-0) Liberty 98, Sky 91 – Liberty score final 13 points, beat Sky in playoff opener Sabrina Ionescu had 22 points, seven rebounds and six assists, Natasha Howard also scored 22 points and the seventh-seeded New York Liberty beat the defending champion Chicago Sky 98-91 in the opening game of the WNBA playoffs. New York scored the final 13 points of the fourth quarter as Chicago missed 10 of its last 11 shots. Ionescu made a 3-pointer and a jumper from the free-throw line during the run, and Marine Johannes highlighted the spurt with an over-the-shoulder pass to Howard. New York, which won its first playoff game since September 23, 2015, plays Game 2 of the best-of-three series at Chicago on Saturday. Betnijah Laney added 17 points and Stefanie Dolson scored 13 for New York, which set a franchise scoring record in the playoffs. NBA – LeBron James inks 2-year, $97.1 million deal with Lakers LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $97.1 million contract extension through the 2024-25 season with the Los Angeles Lakers. The maximum deal includes a player option for the 2024-25 season that would keep the second-leading scorer in NBA history with the Lakers past his 40th birthday. James was headed into the final year of his most recent deal with the Lakers, who signed the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player and four-time league champion in July 2018. Barring injury, James is likely to surpass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the NBA’s career scoring king this winter. NCAA – Big Ten – USC, UCLA exits could cost Pac-12 schools $13M in rights A new report says the departures of Southern California and UCLA from the Pac-12 Conference could mean an estimated loss of around $13 million per year in media rights for each of the remaining schools. The interim report was released during a Board of Regents meeting held at UCLA to address its move to the Big Ten Conference in 2024. California Gov. Gavin Newsom demanded an explanation from UCLA about the move when he attended last month’s Board of Regents meeting in San Francisco. UCLA and USC announced in June that the schools would be leaving the Pac-12 Conference in two years. USC is a private institution and not part of the UC system. Golf – LIV – Report: LIV draft contract has restrictions and major bonus The Wall Street Journal is reporting LIV Golf players need permission to grant exclusive interviews and agree to help recruit other players. The Journal says it reviewed a draft contract that Saudi-funded LIV Golf offered players. The newspaper says it wasn’t clear if terms in the draft are in all contracts or can be negotiated. None of the signing bonuses are mentioned. One provision says players would get a $1 million bonus if they were to win any of the four majors. Meanwhile, Greg Norman has sent a letter updating LIV Golf’s request for world ranking points. Golf – PGA – Players-only private meeting was all about a better PGA Tour Tiger Woods felt strongly enough about a private meeting of top PGA Tour players that he flew from Florida to Delaware to attend. What’s emerging from that players-only meeting is unity against a rival league funded by Saudi money and how to make the PGA Tour better. There was another form of unity. No one is willing to share details on the best way forward. Xander Schauffele says there was a code to keep tight lips. Rory McIlroy says the ideas are for tour executives to hear as they forge a path. As for Woods? McIlroy says he remains the biggest voice. NHL – Blackhawks agree to 1-year deal with D Jack Johnson The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a one-year contract with Jack Johnson after the veteran defenseman helped Colorado win the Stanley Cup last season. Johnson’s contract carries a $950,000 hit to the salary cap. General manager Kyle Davidson says Johnson “provides the team with a strong veteran presence, good size and a competitive edge.” The 35-year-old Johnson broke into the NHL with the Los Angeles Kings in 2007. He has 72 goals and 240 assists in 1,024 games, also playing for Columbus, Pittsburgh and the New York Rangers. NASCAR – Kimi Raikkonen hits pause on retirement to race NASCAR Kimi Raikkonen will take a break from his retirement to return to racing this weekend in the NASCAR race at Watkins Glen International in upstate New York. The 2007 Formula One world champion will drive for TrackHouse Racing and its Project91, which is a program to give top international drivers exposure to NASCAR. Sunday’s race with the Raikkonen is the debut of Project91. The Finnish driver has tried NASCAR racing once before. In 2011, he ran the Xfinity and Truck Series races at Charlotte. This will be his Cup debut. There are a NASCAR-record seven countries represented in Sunday’s field. MILB – Midwest League Baseball Last Night West Michigan Whitecaps 10, Lake County Captains 2 Lansing Lugnuts 6, Great Lakes Loons 3 Beloit Sky Carp at South Bend Cubs, PPD – Poor field conditions, DH on 8/19 Tonight Lake County Captains at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:35 p.m. Beloit Sky Carp at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m. Great Lakes Loons at Lansing Lugnuts, 7:05 p.m. MHSAA – High School Sports Last Night Boys Soccer St. Joseph 1, Plainwell 0 Lakeshore 8, Dowagiac 1 Allegan 2, South Haven 0 Niles 6, Bloomingdale 1 Cassopolis 4, Buchanan 2 Hartford 8, Paw Paw 4 Gull Lake 7, Edwardsburg 0 Watervliet 4, Parchment 0 Schoolcraft 1, Coloma 0 Fennville 5, Lawton 2 Marshall 4, Kalamazoo Loy Norrix 3 Harper Creek 5, Three Rivers 2 Kalamazoo Central 3, Coldwater 2 Holland Black River 4, Saugatuck 0 Boys Tennis St. Joseph 6, Kalamazoo Central 2 Tonight Boys Soccer Howardsville Christian at Bangor, 6:00 p.m. Bridgman at Brandywine, 5:00 p.m. Middleville Thornapple Kellogg at Otsego, 6:30 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MLB – Major League Baseball Yesterday Cleveland Guardians 8, Detroit Tigers 4 Houston Astros 3, Chicago White Sox 2 Chicago Cubs 3, Washington Nationals 2 Guardians 8, Tigers 4 – Guardians score 6 runs in 8th, rally past Tigers 8-4 All-Star José Ramírez blooped a go-ahead, two-run double as the Cleveland Guardians scored six runs with two outs in the eighth inning, rallying for a 8-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers. Rookies Steven Kwan and Oscar Gonzalez had RBI doubles, and Amed Rosario and Owen Miller added run-scoring singles in the eighth for the AL Central-leading Guardians. Tigers reliever Andrew Chafin struck out the first three batters in the inning, but tossed a wild pitch that allowed Luke Maile to run to first base and extend the frame. Cleveland then rattled off five straight hits and had seven consecutive men reach base. Astros 3, White Sox 2 – Valdez, Alvarez lead Astros to 3-2 win over White Sox Framber Valdez threw seven solid innings, Yordan Alvarez drove in a run and scored one, and the Houston Astros beat the Chicago White Sox 3-2. Chicago’s five-game winning streak ended. Valdez (12-4) gave up two runs and seven hits, struck out six and walked three. The left-hander is 4-0 in six starts since losing to Oakland on July 9. Alvarez drove in Jose Altuve with a sacrifice fly in the first. He singled and scored on Trey Mancini’s sac fly in the fourth. Cubs 3, Nationals 2 – Gomes’ RBI single in 7th lifts Cubs over Nationals 3-2 Yan Gomes hit a tie-breaking single in the seventh inning against his former team and the Chicago Cubs beat the Washington Nationals 3-2 to win the three-game series. Franmil Reyes smacked a leadoff double off Jake McGee in the seventh. McGee struck out the next two batters and right-hander Steve Cishek came on to face righty Gomes, who hit a soft liner to right, scoring Reyes. Gomes played for the Nationals from 2019-21. Erich Uelman pitched 2/3 of an inning for his first major league win. Steven Brault threw two scoreless innings and Rowan Wick pitched the ninth for his eighth save. Today Houston (Garcia 9-8) at Chicago White Sox (Giolito 9-6), 2:10 p.m. Chicago Cubs (Sampson 0-3) at Baltimore (Watkins 4-2), 3:05 p.m. Tigers are off MLB – Mike Trout plans to return for Angels on Friday in Detroit Three-time AL MVP Mike Trout intends to return to the Los Angeles Angels’ lineup on Friday night in Detroit. Trout hasn’t played since July 12. He missed the Angels’ past 30 games with an injury to his upper back and ribcage. He faced live pitching Monday and worked out Wednesday. The workouts left him confident he will be able to play against the Tigers when the Angels open a lengthy road trip. Trout earned an All-Star selection this summer while batting .270 with 24 homers and 51 RBIs in 79 games. But he has missed significant playing time for the second straight season. MLB – Former Phillies manager Joe Girardi to join Cubs TV booth Former Phillies manager Joe Girardi has joined Marquee Sports Network as an game analyst for the Chicago Cubs, one of his former teams. Marquee says Girardi will join Jon Sciambi and former big league pitcher Jim Deshaies in the booth for this weekend’s series against Milwaukee. He also will work next month’s series at Miami. Marquee Sports Network is jointly owned by the Cubs and Sinclair Broadcast Group. The 57-year-old Girardi was the manager in Philadelphia before he was fired in June. He had a 132-141 record over three years with the Phillies. NFL – National Football League – Preseason Week 2 Tonight Chicago Bears at Seattle Seahawks, 8:00 p.m. NFL – Colts, Lions get physical on 1st day of joint practices Indianapolis coach Frank Reich enjoyed watching the first joint practice with the Detroit Lions. He liked the spirited play, the intensity, even the controlled chippiness. Lions quarterback Jared Goff just enjoyed working against a different defense — once he settled in. It was a solid start to a long, busy week of work. The two teams will hold another practice against one another Thursday and meet Saturday for their second preseason game. WNBA – WNBA Playoffs – Round 1 (Best of three) Last Night New York Liberty 98, Chicago Sky 91                                          (NYL leads 1-0) Liberty 98, Sky 91 – Liberty score final 13 points, beat Sky in playoff opener Sabrina Ionescu had 22 points, seven rebounds and six assists, Natasha Howard also scored 22 points and the seventh-seeded New York Liberty beat the defending champion Chicago Sky 98-91 in the opening game of the WNBA playoffs. New York scored the final 13 points of the fourth quarter as Chicago missed 10 of its last 11 shots. Ionescu made a 3-pointer and a jumper from the free-throw line during the run, and Marine Johannes highlighted the spurt with an over-the-shoulder pass to Howard. New York, which won its first playoff game since September 23, 2015, plays Game 2 of the best-of-three series at Chicago on Saturday. Betnijah Laney added 17 points and Stefanie Dolson scored 13 for New York, which set a franchise scoring record in the playoffs. NBA – LeBron James inks 2-year, $97.1 million deal with Lakers LeBron James has agreed to a two-year, $97.1 million contract extension through the 2024-25 season with the Los Angeles Lakers. The maximum deal includes a player option for the 2024-25 season that would keep the second-leading scorer in NBA history with the Lakers past his 40th birthday. James was headed into the final year of his most recent deal with the Lakers, who signed the four-time NBA Most Valuable Player and four-time league champion in July 2018. Barring injury, James is likely to surpass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the NBA’s career scoring king this winter. NCAA – Big Ten – USC, UCLA exits could cost Pac-12 schools $13M in rights A new report says the departures of Southern California and UCLA from the Pac-12 Conference could mean an estimated loss of around $13 million per year in media rights for each of the remaining schools. The interim report was released during a Board of Regents meeting held at UCLA to address its move to the Big Ten Conference in 2024. California Gov. Gavin Newsom demanded an explanation from UCLA about the move when he attended last month’s Board of Regents meeting in San Francisco. UCLA and USC announced in June that the schools would be leaving the Pac-12 Conference in two years. USC is a private institution and not part of the UC system. Golf – LIV – Report: LIV draft contract has restrictions and major bonus The Wall Street Journal is reporting LIV Golf players need permission to grant exclusive interviews and agree to help recruit other players. The Journal says it reviewed a draft contract that Saudi-funded LIV Golf offered players. The newspaper says it wasn’t clear if terms in the draft are in all contracts or can be negotiated. None of the signing bonuses are mentioned. One provision says players would get a $1 million bonus if they were to win any of the four majors. Meanwhile, Greg Norman has sent a letter updating LIV Golf’s request for world ranking points. Golf – PGA – Players-only private meeting was all about a better PGA Tour Tiger Woods felt strongly enough about a private meeting of top PGA Tour players that he flew from Florida to Delaware to attend. What’s emerging from that players-only meeting is unity against a rival league funded by Saudi money and how to make the PGA Tour better. There was another form of unity. No one is willing to share details on the best way forward. Xander Schauffele says there was a code to keep tight lips. Rory McIlroy says the ideas are for tour executives to hear as they forge a path. As for Woods? McIlroy says he remains the biggest voice. NHL – Blackhawks agree to 1-year deal with D Jack Johnson The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to a one-year contract with Jack Johnson after the veteran defenseman helped Colorado win the Stanley Cup last season. Johnson’s contract carries a $950,000 hit to the salary cap. General manager Kyle Davidson says Johnson “provides the team with a strong veteran presence, good size and a competitive edge.” The 35-year-old Johnson broke into the NHL with the Los Angeles Kings in 2007. He has 72 goals and 240 assists in 1,024 games, also playing for Columbus, Pittsburgh and the New York Rangers. NASCAR – Kimi Raikkonen hits pause on retirement to race NASCAR Kimi Raikkonen will take a break from his retirement to return to racing this weekend in the NASCAR race at Watkins Glen International in upstate New York. The 2007 Formula One world champion will drive for TrackHouse Racing and its Project91, which is a program to give top international drivers exposure to NASCAR. Sunday’s race with the Raikkonen is the debut of Project91. The Finnish driver has tried NASCAR racing once before. In 2011, he ran the Xfinity and Truck Series races at Charlotte. This will be his Cup debut. There are a NASCAR-record seven countries represented in Sunday’s field. MILB – Midwest League Baseball Last Night West Michigan Whitecaps 10, Lake County Captains 2 Lansing Lugnuts 6, Great Lakes Loons 3 Beloit Sky Carp at South Bend Cubs, PPD – Poor field conditions, DH on 8/19 Tonight Lake County Captains at West Michigan Whitecaps, 6:35 p.m. Beloit Sky Carp at South Bend Cubs, 7:05 p.m. Great Lakes Loons at Lansing Lugnuts, 7:05 p.m. MHSAA – High School Sports Last Night Boys Soccer St. Joseph 1, Plainwell 0 Lakeshore 8, Dowagiac 1 Allegan 2, South Haven 0 Niles 6, Bloomingdale 1 Cassopolis 4, Buchanan 2 Hartford 8, Paw Paw 4 Gull Lake 7, Edwardsburg 0 Watervliet 4, Parchment 0 Schoolcraft 1, Coloma 0 Fennville 5, Lawton 2 Marshall 4, Kalamazoo Loy Norrix 3 Harper Creek 5, Three Rivers 2 Kalamazoo Central 3, Coldwater 2 Holland Black River 4, Saugatuck 0 Boys Tennis St. Joseph 6, Kalamazoo Central 2 Tonight Boys Soccer Howardsville Christian at Bangor, 6:00 p.m. Bridgman at Brandywine, 5:00 p.m. Middleville Thornapple Kellogg at Otsego, 6:30 p.m.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy is Now Open! 8am-9am PT/ 11am-Noon ET for our especially special Daily Specials; River City Hash Mondays!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, an investigation by the Georgetown Law Center reports that ICE can spy on the majority of adult Americans, and they do.Then, on the rest of the menu, the Labor Department ordered a restaurant in South Carolina to pay more than $600,000 to nearly one hundred workers who were forced to share their tips; the Detroit Three automakers reinstated their mask mandate at some Michigan facilities; and, Atlanta is submitting a formal bid to host the 2024 Democratic National Convention.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where India banned exports of wheat amid its own food security concerns; and, in an historic shift, the ruling parties in Finland and Sweden agreed to join NATO.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia Child~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Show Notes & Links: https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2022/5/16/2098243/-West-Coast-Cookbook-amp-Speakeasy-Daily-Special-River-City-Hash-MondaysWCC&S Deep State Archive:https://archive.org/details/west_coast_cookbook_and_speakeasy_with_justice_putnam_21_nov_17The Netroots Radio Live Player:https://www.netrootsradio.com/