Podcasts about North Alabama

Join host Melea Hames as she welcomes Donna Castellano, Executive Director of the Historic Huntsville Foundation and steward of the beloved Harrison Brothers Hardware, Alabama's oldest continually operating hardware store. They explore the importance of preservation, the unexpected stories uncovered through historical work, and how Harrison Brothers blends the past with modern-day community connections — making it one of North Alabama's most meaningful places to visit. Follow North Alabama on Social Media! Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube Twitter Facebook The Unexpected Adventures in North Alabama Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Melea Hames and produced by Brand Revolt. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@thebrandrevolt.com.

 In OVERTIME, we talk about the incredibly based UAW member who told Trump off to his face. We also talk about how Mr. Beast should have less money. We wrap with a conversation with President Burnham of the Minnesota AFL-CIO about the ICE occupation of Minneapolis and how unions are fighting back. ✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

TALK TO ME, TEXT ITForecast alarms ring loud, then fade to a whisper. We open with that whiplash as severe weather warnings in North Alabama cool off, and we talk honestly about how hype, uncertainty, and trust collide when headlines escalate faster than the storm. It's not about ignoring alerts; it's about reading the confidence, understanding ranges, and resisting the urge to treat every projection like destiny.From there, we tackle the odd optics of a proposed “board of peace” that reportedly includes Vladimir Putin. Titles carry weight, and calling something “peace” while platforming an active belligerent creates a moral and strategic knot. We poke at the logic: is this real diplomacy with verifiable commitments, or political theater designed to launder reputations? You'll hear the unease, the biblical echoes, and the simple ask for accountability over pageantry.Then we pivot to a delightfully strange media moment: William Shatner's viral “cereal while driving” photo. The Internet speculated about self-driving cars; the truth is a setup for a Super Bowl ad about fiber. It's a case study in how marketers seed curiosity with incongruous images and how easily staged content passes as news. We break down the mechanics of manufactured virality without losing the fun of a well-played reveal.The conversation tightens around a contentious tweet about Dylan Mulvaney, surfacing how quickly online dialogue moves from critique to condemnation. We don't pretend to solve culture-war rifts, but we do ask better questions: is the language clarifying or just inflaming? What incentives reward heat over nuance? And where can empathy live amid algorithms tuned for outrage?We close with a hands-on treasure hunt: your junk drawer. Vintage tech, sealed video games, first edition books—mundane objects that quietly turned into a booming collectibles market. A sealed 2007 iPhone selling for tens of thousands, a rare 4GB model crossing six figures, even shrink‑wrapped Mario breaking records. The pattern is scarcity, story, and pristine condition. Before you toss that gadget or paperback, research it. You might not retire on it, but you could surprise yourself.If this mix of media literacy, cultural scrutiny, and practical value hunting hits home, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review telling us what you found—or wish you'd kept. Your stories steer the next conversation.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREE Thanks for listening! Liberty Line each week on Sunday, look for topics on my X file @americanistblog and submit your 1-3 audio opinions to anamericanistblog@gmail.com and you'll be featured on the podcast. Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched!Start for FREESupport the showTip Jar for coffee $ - Thanks Music by Alehandro Vodnik from Pixabay Blog - AnAmericanist.comX - @americanistblog

Today on Coast To Coast Hoops Greg recaps Tuesday's college basketball results, talks to Rob Donaldson of Underdog Fantasy about the surprise teams perhaps still being undervalued, the sport's top teams experiencing some tough tests, & Wednesday's games & Greg picks & analyzes every Wednesday game!Link To Greg's Spreadsheet of handicapped lines: https://vsin.com/college-basketball/greg-petersons-daily-college-basketball-lines/Greg's TikTok With Pickmas Pick Videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@gregpetersonsports?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcPodcast Highlights 3:19-Recap of Tuesday's Results18:01-Interview with Rob Donaldson43:18-Start of picks UNC Greensboro vs VMI45:03-Picks & analysis for Dayton vs La Salle47:45-Picks & analysis for Xavier vs Creighton50:01-Picks & analysis for Troy vs Old Dominion52:21-Picks & analysis for Texas vs Kentucky54;59-Picks & analysis for Fort Wayne vs Detroit56:51-Picks & analysis for Fordham vs Davidson59:20-Picks & analysis for Samford vs Wofford1:01:45-Picks & analysis for Tulane vs Florida Atlantic1:04:11-Picks & analysis for Georgetown vs Villanova1:06:08-Picks & analysis for Notre Dame vs North Carolina1:08:19-Picks & analysis for East Tennessee vs Chattanooga1:10:40-Picks & analysis for Rhode Island vs Richmond1:12:33-Picks & analysis for Pittsburgh vs Boston College1:15:03-Picks & analysis for Indiana St vs Bradley1:17:21-Picks & analysis for Murray St vs Drake1:19:21-Picks & analysis for Maryland vs Illinois1:22:00-Picks & analysis for Western Carolina vs Mercer1:24:31-Picks & analysis for Furman vs The Citadel1:26:42-Picks & analysis for Cleveland St vs Wright St1:28:49-Picks & analysis for IU Indy vs Oakland1:31:14-Picks & analysis for Kennesaw St vs Sam Houston St1:33:24-Picks & analysis for Liberty vs Western Kentucky1:35:34-Picks & analysis for East Carolina vs Wichita St1:38:02-Picks & analysis for South Dakota vs Omaha1:40:13-Picks & analysis for Southern Illinois vs Valparaiso1:42:28-Picks & analysis for Temple vs Rice1:44:48-Picks & analysis for Tarleton St vs UT Arlington1:47:376-Picks & analysis for Memphis vs Tulsa1:49:59-Picks & analysis for UT San Antonio vs North Texas1:52:40-Picks & analysis for Utah Valley vs Southern Utah1:54:55-Picks & analysis for West Virginia vs Arizona St1:57:05-Picks & analysis for Virginia Tech vs Syracuse1:59:39-Picks & analysis for Washington vs Nebraska2:02:57-Picks & analysis for Northern Iowa vs Illinois St2:05:30-Picks & analysis for Fresno St vs New Mexico2:08:17-Picks & analysis for Mississippi St vs Texas A&M2:11:46-Picks & analysis for Cincinnati vs Arizona2:14:40-Picks & analysis for Pepperdine vs Gonzaga2:17:15-Picks & analysis for Washington St vs San Diego2:19:51-Picks & analysis for Utah Tech vs Cal Baptist2:22:18-Picks & analysis for Loyola Marymount vs Seattle2:24:59-Picks & analysis for San Diego St vs Grand Canyon2:27:14-Picks & analysis for Oregon St vs St. Mary's2:29:32-Picks & analysis for Northwestern vs USC2:32:00-Start of extra games UNC Asheville vs USC Upstate2:34:10-Picks & analysis for Lafayette vs Boston U2:36:37-Picks & analysis for Radford vs Winthrop2:39:04-Picks & analysis for Colgate vs American2:41:34-Picks & analysis for Charleston Southern vs Presbyterian2:44:09-Picks & analysis for Army vs Bucknell2:46:15-Picks & analysis for North Alabama vs Queens NC2:48:44-Picks & analysis for Holy Cross vs Navy2:51:03-Picks & analysis for Gardner Webb vs Longwood Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 We focus on the Texas labor movement again in the first half of the program - we talk to Jay Malone about how workers in Houston are building power. We also have a UPS Teamster call in to talk to us about surviving "hunting season" at the company. ✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We talk to a journalist about how Michigan home care workers won their union. You can call in at 844-899-TVLR. We also react to a strange clip from Destiny.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today on Coast To Coast Hoops Greg recaps Wednesday's college basketball results, talks to Rob Donaldson of Underdog Fantasy about the top teams in the sport being tested, the landscape of mid-majors like the American Conference, & Thursday's games, & Greg picks & analyzes every Tuesday game!Link To Greg's Spreadsheet of handicapped lines: https://vsin.com/college-basketball/greg-petersons-daily-college-basketball-lines/Greg's TikTok With Pickmas Pick Videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@gregpetersonsports?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcPodcast Highlights 1:19-Recap of Wednesday's Results15:01-Interview with Rob Donaldson35:16-Start of picks New Mexico St vs Liberty38:28-Picks & analysis for Mercer vs VMI41:04-Picks & analysis for James Madison vs Appalachian St44:06-Picks & analysis for Robert Morris vs IU Indy46:28-Picks & analysis for Old Dominion vs Georgia Southern49:05-Picks & analysis for Hofstra vs Stony Brook51:41-Picks & analysis for Oakland vs UW Milwaukee 54:15-Picks & analysis for UTEP vs Delaware 57:04-Picks & analysis for Drexel vs Monmouth 1:00:09-Picks & analysis for Detroit vs Northern Kentucky 1;02:57-Picks & analysis for Elon vs Northeastern 1:05:56-Picks & analysis for Youngstown St vs Wright St1:08:48-Picks & analysis for UW Green Bay vs Cleveland St1:11:33-Picks & analysis for The Citadel vs UNC Greensboro 1:14:07-Picks & analysis for North Carolina A&T vs William & Mary1:17:01-Picks & analysis for St. Thomas vs North Dakota 1:19:25-Picks & analysis for Arkansas St vs South Alabama 1:21:57-Picks & analysis for Cal Baptist vs Abilene Christian 1:24:30-Picks & analysis for Charleston vs Towson 1:27:21-Picks & analysis for Kansas City vs South Dakota 1:29:51-Picks & analysis for Eastern Illinois vs Little Rock 1:32:20-Picks & analysis for Morehead St vs Tennessee St1:34:49-Picks & analysis for Southern Indiana vs Tennessee Tech1:37:30-Picks & analysis for Tarleton St vs Southern Utah1:40:07-Picks & analysis for SIU Edwardsville vs UT Martin1:42:49-Picks & analysis for Wichita St vs Florida Athletic1:45:50-Picks & analysis for Lindenwood vs SE Missouri St1:48:31-Picks & analysis for Idaho vs Idaho St1:51:15-Picks & analysis for UT Arlington vs Utah Tech1:53:50-Picks & analysis for CS Fullerton vs UC Davis 1:56:21-Picks & analysis for Eastern Washington vs Weber St1:58:56-Picks & analysis for UC Santa Barbara vs CS Bakersfield 2:01:31-Picks & analysis for Hawaii vs Cal Poly2:04:05-Picks & analysis for UC Riverside vs Long Beach St2:06:27-Picks & analysis for Northern Arizona be Sacramento St2:09:21-Picks & analysis for Northern Colorado vs Portland St2:11:34-Picks & analysis for Gonzaga vs Washington St2:14:03-Picks & analysis for San Diego vs Seattle2:16:08-Picks & analysis for CS Northridge vs UC San Diego 2:18:41-Start of extra games UMBC ve Bryant2:21:26-Picks & analysis for NJIT vs UMass Lowell2:23:45-Picks & analysis for Binghamton vs Albany2:26:22-Picks & analysis for West Georgia vs Stetson2:28:29-Picks & analysis for Queens NC vs Florida Gulf Coast 2:30:55-Picks & analysis for North Florida vs North Alabama 2:33:33-Picks & analysis for Maine vs Vermont2:36:12-Picks & analysis for Jacksonville vs Central Arkansas 2:38:23-Picks & analysis for Bellarmine vs Lipscomb2:40:15-Picks & analysis for Eastern Kentucky vs Austin Peay Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We do a profile of the Painters Union in the first half of the program, talking about how they've been able to organize hundreds of members in the last year. We've also got an exciting conversation with the Kentucky AFL-CIO about electing union members to office.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

This weeks' guest is Megan Nivens-Tannett, Founder & CEO, Flourish Consulting Services. Megan is also the host of the SheBoss podcast, in which stories of phenomenal women from across the state making BIG impacts in their communities are shared. In this episode she chronicles her family's history with cancer and a tough, brave decision she made to avoid her own cancer diagnosis. Megan's background ranges from working in non-profit to multi-million-dollar organizations, engaging in digital marketing, public relations, strategic communications, business development, and more.Prior to starting Flourish in 2018, she served as Vice President for Huntsville-based startup accelerator The Foundry; prior to that, she served as the Director of Digital Marketing for Internet of Thigs (IoT) tech firm, Synapse Wireless. In addition, she held various roles with leading Advertising firm McCann Erickson, where she managed marketing and public affairs for their client, the U.S. Army, for both USAREC and ROTC Commands. In this episode, she details the work she is doing now serving on the boards of the Madison CEO non-profit and Fantasy Theatre.Prior to that, she served as the Executive Director for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, where she opened the first office in North Alabama.Megan's passion is people and finding solutions to problems – whether it's mentoring students, guiding non-profits, helping her kid's maneuver life's challenges, or working with clients to determine areas for growth and overall success.In addition to managing her business, she volunteers her time, including serving as a mentor for the Madison, AL CEO high school program, being an active student mentor through the University of Central Florida (go Knights!), serves as a business coach for The Catalyst Center for Business and Entrepreneurship, volunteers as a communications committee member for Semper Fi, speaks at various events to educate and inform about the public relations/marketing/communications field and was most recently chosen for Leadership of Greater Huntsville's Flagship 35 class.00:00 Start02:40 Megan Background03:38 Praise of Ranae Bartlett10:48 Getting Involved Locally16:11 Invisible MO20:54 Differences in Kids24:55 Madison CEO Program28:57 Do Children Need College?41:46 Collaboration in North Alabama43:58 Personal Injury Lawyers Discussion53:10 Megan's Husband Joining Flourish01:00:58 Cancer, Family History01:10:13 Double Mastectomy01:23:17 Role Model?01:31:34 Function Health01:37:18 The Quick 6For more information visit https://flourishconsultingservices.comHost/Interviewer: M. Troy Bye, Owner, Our Town w/ Troy ByeSpotify Channel: ⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3QtpT8z⁠⁠ YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@ourtownpodcastAudio available on all platforms - just search for "Our Town Podcast" Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/41rlgTt ⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/ourtownpodcast ⁠⁠Instagram: h⁠⁠ttps://www.instagram.com/ourtownpodcast/⁠

Today on Coast To Coast Hoops it is a straight forward podcast, there's just under 150 college basketball games on the betting board for Saturday & Greg picks & analyzes EVERY one of them!Link To Greg's Spreadsheet of handicapped lines: https://vsin.com/college-basketball/greg-petersons-daily-college-basketball-lines/Greg's TikTok With Pickmas Pick Videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@gregpetersonsports?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcPodcast Highlights 2:12-Start of picks Tennessee vs Florida4:21-Picks & analysis for Nebraska vs Indiana6:50-Picks & analysis for Kansas vs West Virginia8;56-Picks & analysis for VCU vs George Mason11:21-Picks & analysis for NC State vs Florida St13:56-Picks & analysis for Georgia Tech vs Miami16:24-Picks & analysis for Fordham vs St. Bonaventure19:08-Picks & analysis for Boston College vs Louisville21:44-Picks & analysis for DePaul vs Connecticut24:13-Picks & analysis for Appalachian St vs Coastal Carolina26:52-Picks & analysis for Houston vs Baylor29:23-Picks & analysis for Western Carolina vs The Citadel31;32-Picks & analysis for Troy vs Louisiana33:57-Picks & analysis for Eastern Michigan vs Western Michigan36:44-Picks & analysis for LSU vs Vanderbilt39:07-Picks & analysis for Syracuse vs Pittsburgh42:00-Picks & analysis for Brown vs Pennsylvania44:36-Picks & analysis for SMU vs Duke46:40-Picks & analysis for Wofford vs Mercer48:59-Picks & analysis for St. John's vs Creighton51:09-Picks & analysis for Dartmouth vs Cornell53:33-Picks & analysis for Yale vs Princeton56:20-Picks & analysis for William & Mary vs Drexel58:36-Picks & analysis for Rhode Island vs Davidson1:00:53-Picks & analysis for Wisconsin vs Michigan1:03:17-Picks & analysis for Towson vs Northeastern1:05:35-Picks & analysis for Buffalo vs Ohio1:08:13-Picks & analysis for North Dakota St vs Omaha1:10:15-Picks & analysis for Harvard vs Columbia1:12:21-Picks & analysis for Georgia vs South Carolina1:14:20-Picks & analysis for Denver vs South Dakota1:16:47-Picks & analysis for Monmouth vs Hofstra1:18:40-Picks & analysis for Penn St vs Purdue1:20:40-Picks & analysis for VMI vs Furman1:22:48-Picks & analysis for Stanford vs Virginia1:24:56-Picks & analysis for Villanova vs Marquette1:26:54-Picks & analysis for New Mexico vs Air Force1:28:28-Picks & analysis for UL Monroe vs Southern Miss1:31:00-Picks & analysis for Texas St vs Arkansas St1:32:49-Picks & analysis for Delaware vs Louisiana Tech1:34:54-Picks & analysis for South Florida vs Tulsa1:37:18-Picks & analysis for Kent St vs Central Michigan1:38:57-Picks & analysis for Abilene Christian vs UT Arlington1:41:05-Picks & analysis for Loyola IL vs George Washington1:43:01-Picks & analysis for Kansas St vs Arizona St1:44:54-Picks & analysis for Oklahoma vs Texas A&M1:47:06-Picks & analysis for SE Missouri St vs Morehead St1:48:58-Picks & analysis for Liberty vs Sam Houston1:51:05-Picks & analysis for Ball St vs Massachusetts 1:52:52-Picks & analysis for Old Dominion vs James Madison1:54:40-Picks & analysis for Marshall vs Georgia St1:56:39-Picks & analysis for Western Kentucky vs UTEP1:58:40-Picks & analysis for Oklahoma St vs Iowa St2:00:25-Picks & analysis for UNC Greensboro vs East Tennessee2:02:46-Picks & analysis for Arizona vs TCU2:04:57-Picks & analysis for Utah Tech vs Utah Valley2:06:55-Picks & analysis for St. Louis vs La Salle2:08:59-Picks & analysis for California vs Virginia Tech2:11:20-Picks & analysis for Providence vs Xavier2:13:08-Picks & analysis for Tennessee Tech vs Western Illinois2:14:55-Picks & analysis for Tennessee St vs Eastern Illinois2:17:19-Picks & analysis for LIttle Rock vs Lindenwood2:20:08-Picks & analysis for Samford vs Chattanooga2:22:39-Picks & analysis for Jacksonville St vs Kennesaw St2:25:49-Picks & analysis for Hampton vs Charleston2:28:04-Picks & analysis for Evansville vs Indiana St2:29:58-Picks & analysis for Washington St vs St. Mary's2:32;18-Picks & analysis for Montana St vs Idaho2:34:35-Picks & analysis for Montana vs Eastern Washington2:36:40-Picks & analysis for Tulane vs UT San Antonio2:38:46-Picks & analysis for UC Davis vs Cal Poly2:40:53-Picks & analysis for Sacramento St vs Portland St2:42:53-Picks & analysis for Florida International vs Missouri St2:45:01-Picks & analysis for Georgia Southern vs South Alabama2:47:10-Picks & analysis for Belmont vs Drake2:48:57-Picks & analysis for UNC Wilmington vs Stony Brook2:50:47-Picks & analysis for Arkansas vs Auburn2:52:57-Picks & analysis for Missouri vs Ole Miss2:55:19-Picks & analysis for Clemson vs Notre Dame2:57:41-Picks & analysis for Seton Hall vs Georgetown2:59:38-Picks & analysis for Wake Forest vs North Carolina3:01:28-Picks & analysis for Illinois Chicago vs Illinois St3:03:45-Picks & analysis for Valparaiso vs Murray St3:05:43-Picks & analysis for Northern Iowa vs Bradley3:07:39-Picks & analysis for CS Northridge vs CS Fullerton3:10:04-Picks & analysis for Texas Tech vs Colorado3:12:25-Picks & analysis for Campbell vs Elon3:14:20-Picks & analysis for CS Bakersfield vs Long Beach St3:16:32-Picks & analysis for San Diego vs Pacific3:18:40-Picks & analysis for St. Thomas vs Oral Roberts3:20:28-Picks & analysis for UC San Diego vs UC RIverside3:22:41-Picks & analysis for San Jose Sy vs Grand Canyon3:24:44-Picks & analysis for MIddle Tennessee vs New Mexico St3:26:59-Picks & analysis for North Dakota vs Kansas City3:29:08-Picks & analysis for Oregon St vs Portland3:31:10-Picks & analysis for Texas vs Alabama3:33:32-Picks & analysis for Maryland vs UCLA3:35:35-Picks & analysis for Southern Utah vs Cal Baptist3:37:39-Picks & analysis for Weber St vs Northern Colorado3:39:33-Picks & analysis for San Francisco vs Pepperdine3:41:30-Picks & analysis for Idaho St vs Northern Arizona3:44:03-Picks & analysis for Mississippi St vs Kentucky3:45:53-Picks & analysis for UT Martin vs Southern Indiana3:48:27-Picks & analysis for Utah St vs Boise St3:50:47-Picks & analysis for Loyola Marymount vs Santa Clara3:53:18-Picks & analysis for Wyoming vs Nevada3:55:39-Picks & analysis for BYU vs Utah3:57:43-Picks & analysis for Fresno St vs San Diego St3:59:38-Picks & analysis for UC Irvine ve Hawaii4:03:21-Start of extra games Central Connecticut vs Le Moyne4:05:26-Picks & analysis for Mercyhurst vs Wagner4:07:15-Picks & analysis for Army vs Boston U4:09:06-Picks & analysis for Fairleigh Dickinson vs New Haven4:11:01-Picks & analysis for New Hampshire vs UMBC4:13:01-Picks & analysis for Austin Peay vs Stetson4:15:05-Picks & analysis for North Alabama vs Bellarmine4:16:59-Picks & analysis for Bryant vs Albany4:19:04-Picks & analysis for Lafayette vs Navy4:20:54-Picks & analysis for High Point vs Charleston Southern4:22:52-Picks & analysis for Queens NC vs North Florida4:25:23-Picks & analysis for Chicago St vs Stonehill4:27:17-Picks & analysis for Lehigh vs Colgate4:29:34-Picks & analysis for Maine vs NJIT4:31:18-Picks & analysis for Winthrop vs USC Upstate4:33:35-Picks & analysis for UMass Lowell vs Binghamton4:35:33-Picks & analysis for UNC Asheville vs Radford4:37:38-Picks & analysis for West Georgia vs Jacksonville4:39:47-Picks & analysis for Presbyterian vs Longwood4:41:40-Picks & analysis for Holy Cross vs American4:43:34-Picks & analysis for South Carolina St vs Morgan St4:45:41-Picks & analysis for Norfolk St vs Delaware St4:47:47-Picks & analysis for Jackson St vs Alabama St4:50:06-Picks & analysis for Southern vs Florida A&M4:52:05-Picks & analysis for Lipscomb vs Florida Gulf Coast4:54:29-Picks & analysis for St. Francis PA vs Long Island4:56:28-Picks & analysis for Central Arkansas vs Eastern Kentucky4:58:45-Picks & analysis for Howard vs Maryland Eastern Shore5:00:40-Picks & analysis for Texas A&M CC vs Northwestern St5:02:44-Picks & analysis for NC Central vs Coppin St5:04:40-Picks & analysis for Loyola MD vs Bucknell5:06:38-Picks & analysis for SE Louisiana vs McNeese5:08:22-Picks & analysis for Arkansas Pine Bluff vs Texas Southern5:10:07-Picks & analysis for Alcorn St vs Alabama A&M5:12:09-Picks & analysis for Grambling vs Bethune Cookman5:14:23-Picks & analysis for Mississippi Valley St vs Prairie View5:16:20-Picks & analysis for Nicholls vs New Orleans5:18:31-Picks & analysis for Houston Christian vs Stephen F Austin5:21:04-Picks & analysis for UT Rio Grande Valley vs East Texas A&M5:23:15-Picks & analysis for Incarnate Word vs Lamar  Podcast Highlights 2:12-Start of picks Tennessee vs Florida4:21-Picks & analysis for Nebraska vs Indiana6:50-Picks & analysis for Kansas vs West Virginia8;56-Picks & analysis for VCU vs George Mason11:21-Picks & analysis for NC State vs Florida St13:56-Picks & analysis for Georgia Tech vs Miami16:24-Picks & analysis for Fordham vs St. Bonaventure19:08-Picks & analysis for Boston College vs Louisville21:44-Picks & analysis for DePaul vs Connecticut24:13-Picks & analysis for Appalachian St vs Coastal Carolina26:52-Picks & analysis for Houston vs Baylor29:23-Picks & analysis for Western Carolina vs The Citadel31;32-Picks & analysis for Troy vs Louisiana33:57-Picks & analysis for Eastern Michigan vs Western Michigan36:44-Picks & analysis for LSU vs Vanderbilt39:07-Picks & analysis for Syracuse vs Pittsburgh42:00-Picks & analysis for Brown vs Pennsylvania44:36-Picks & analysis for SMU vs Duke46:40-Picks & analysis for Wofford vs Mercer48:59-Picks & analysis for St. John's vs Creighton51:09-Picks & analysis for Dartmouth vs Cornell53:33-Picks & analysis for Yale vs Princeton56:20-Picks & analysis for William & Mary vs Drexel58:36-Picks & analysis for Rhode Island vs Davidson1:00:53-Picks & analysis for Wisconsin vs Michigan1:03:17-Picks & analysis for Towson vs Northeastern1:05:35-Picks & analysis for Buffalo vs Ohio1:08:13-Picks & analysis for North Dakota St vs Omaha1:10:15-Picks & analysis for Harvard vs Columbia1:12:21-Picks & analysis for Georgia vs South Carolina1:14:20-Picks & analysis for Denver vs South Dakota1:16:47-Picks & analysis for Monmouth vs Hofstra1:18:40-Picks & analysis for Penn St vs Purdue1:20:40-Picks & analysis for VMI vs Furman1:22:48-Picks & analysis for Stanford vs Virginia1:24:56-Picks & analysis for Villanova vs Marquette1:26:54-Picks & analysis for New Mexico vs Air Force1:28:28-Picks & analysis for UL Monroe vs Southern Miss1:31:00-Picks & analysis for Texas St vs Arkansas St1:32:49-Picks & analysis for Delaware vs Louisiana Tech1:34:54-Picks & analysis for South Florida vs Tulsa1:37:18-Picks & analysis for Kent St vs Central Michigan1:38:57-Picks & analysis for Abilene Christian vs UT Arlington1:41:05-Picks & analysis for Loyola IL vs George Washington1:43:01-Picks & analysis for Kansas St vs Arizona St1:44:54-Picks & analysis for Oklahoma vs Texas A&M1:47:06-Picks & analysis for SE Missouri St vs Morehead St1:48:58-Picks & analysis for Liberty vs Sam Houston1:51:05-Picks & analysis for Ball St vs Massachusetts 1:52:52-Picks & analysis for Old Dominion vs James Madison1:54:40-Picks & analysis for Marshall vs Georgia St1:56:39-Picks & analysis for Western Kentucky vs UTEP1:58:40-Picks & analysis for Oklahoma St vs Iowa St2:00:25-Picks & analysis for UNC Greensboro vs East Tennessee2:02:46-Picks & analysis for Arizona vs TCU2:04:57-Picks & analysis for Utah Tech vs Utah Valley2:06:55-Picks & analysis for St. Louis vs La Salle2:08:59-Picks & analysis for California vs Virginia Tech2:11:20-Picks & analysis for Providence vs Xavier2:13:08-Picks & analysis for Tennessee Tech vs Western Illinois2:14:55-Picks & analysis for Tennessee St vs Eastern Illinois2:17:19-Picks & analysis for LIttle Rock vs Lindenwood2:20:08-Picks & analysis for Samford vs Chattanooga2:22:39-Picks & analysis for Jacksonville St vs Kennesaw St2:25:49-Picks & analysis for Hampton vs Charleston2:28:04-Picks & analysis for Evansville vs Indiana St2:29:58-Picks & analysis for Washington St vs St. Mary's2:32;18-Picks & analysis for Montana St vs Idaho2:34:35-Picks & analysis for Montana vs Eastern Washington2:36:40-Picks & analysis for Tulane vs UT San Antonio2:38:46-Picks & analysis for UC Davis vs Cal Poly2:40:53-Picks & analysis for Sacramento St vs Portland St2:42:53-Picks & analysis for Florida International vs Missouri St2:45:01-Picks & analysis for Georgia Southern vs South Alabama2:47:10-Picks & analysis for Belmont vs Drake2:48:57-Picks & analysis for UNC Wilmington vs Stony Brook2:50:47-Picks & analysis for Arkansas vs Auburn2:52:57-Picks & analysis for Missouri vs Ole Miss2:55:19-Picks & analysis for Clemson vs Notre Dame2:57:41-Picks & analysis for Seton Hall vs Georgetown2:59:38-Picks & analysis for Wake Forest vs North Carolina3:01:28-Picks & analysis for Illinois Chicago vs Illinois St3:03:45-Picks & analysis for Valparaiso vs Murray St3:05:43-Picks & analysis for Northern Iowa vs Bradley3:07:39-Picks & analysis for CS Northridge vs CS Fullerton3:10:04-Picks & analysis for Texas Tech vs Colorado3:12:25-Picks & analysis for Campbell vs Elon3:14:20-Picks & analysis for CS Bakersfield vs Long Beach St3:16:32-Picks & analysis for San Diego vs Pacific3:18:40-Picks & analysis for St. Thomas vs Oral Roberts3:20:28-Picks & analysis for UC San Diego vs UC RIverside3:22:41-Picks & analysis for San Jose Sy vs Grand Canyon3:24:44-Picks & analysis for MIddle Tennessee vs New Mexico St3:26:59-Picks & analysis for North Dakota vs Kansas City3:29:08-Picks & analysis for Oregon St vs Portland3:31:10-Picks & analysis for Texas vs Alabama3:33:32-Picks & analysis for Maryland vs UCLA3:35:35-Picks & analysis for Southern Utah vs Cal Baptist3:37:39-Picks & analysis for Weber St vs Northern Colorado3:39:33-Picks & analysis for San Francisco vs Pepperdine3:41:30-Picks & analysis for Idaho St vs Northern Arizona3:44:03-Picks & analysis for Mississippi St vs Kentucky3:45:53-Picks & analysis for UT Martin vs Southern Indiana3:48:27-Picks & analysis for Utah St vs Boise St3:50:47-Picks & analysis for Loyola Marymount vs Santa Clara3:53:18-Picks & analysis for Wyoming vs Nevada3:55:39-Picks & analysis for 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Join host Melea Hames as she welcomes Bart Crabtree, co-founder of Sipsey Vineyard and Winery, a handcrafted micro-winery rooted in the natural wonders of the Bankhead National Forest. Bart shares the unexpected journey that led him from a career in public health and military service to winemaking, the inspiration behind Sipsey's locally influenced wines, and how his passion for community, land, and storytelling shapes the Sipsey experience. Together, they explore the role wine plays in North Alabama's culture, the growing agritourism scene, and how small, local businesses create meaningful connections for visitors. Follow North Alabama on Social Media! Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube Twitter Facebook The Unexpected Adventures in North Alabama Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Melea Hames and produced by Brand Revolt. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@thebrandrevolt.com.

 In OVERTIME, we'll be talking to Texas AFLCIO President Leonard Aguilar about how their state federation is building worker power, and then to labor educator Bill Barry strategies for building worker power across the south and across the country. ✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today on Coast To Coast Hoops Greg recaps Wednesday's college basketball results, talks to Tanner McGrath of Action Network about the top teams in college basketball being more vulnerable than some may think, the America East landscape, & Thursday's games, & Greg picks & analyzes every Thursday game!Link To Greg's Spreadsheet of handicapped lines: https://vsin.com/college-basketball/greg-petersons-daily-college-basketball-lines/Greg's TikTok With Pickmas Pick Videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@gregpetersonsports?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcPodcast Highlights 1:43-Recap of Wednesday's Results19:58-Interview with Tanner McGrath35:47-Start of picks Hofstra vs Towson38:54-Picks & analysis for Northwestern vs Michigan St41:16-Picks & analysis for Old Dominion vs Coastal Carolina43:54-Picks & analysis for Hampton vs Campbell46:27-Picks & analysis for Stony Brook vs Drexel49:17-Picks & analysis for Liberty vs Louisiana Tech51:55-Picks & analysis for Elon vs North Carolina A&T54:24-Picks & analysis for UNC Wilmington vs Northeastern56:53-Picks & analysis for Appalachian St vs Georgia St59:48-Picks & analysis for William & Mary vs Monmouth1:02:41-Picks & analysis for Delaware vs Sam Houston1:05:27-Picks & analysis for UT Martin vs Morehead St1:08:21 Picks & analysis for North Dakota vs Omaha1:10:37-Picks & analysis for Texas St vs Southern Miss1:13:04-Picks & analysis for Abilene Christian vs Tarleton St1:15:35-Picks & analysis for Denver vs Southern Dakota St1:18:03-Picks & analysis for Weber St vs Northern Arizona1:20:48-Picks & analysis for North Dakota St vs Kansas City1:23:15-Picks & analysis for Idaho St vs Northern Colorado1:25:53-Picks & analysis for Southern Utah vs Utah Valley1:28:34-Picks & analysis for Rutgers vs Illinois1:31:02-Picks & analysis for Tennessee tech vs Eastern Illinois1:32:59--Picks & analysis for Tennessee St vs Western Illinois1:36:50-Picks & analysis for Little Rock vs SIU Edwardsville1:38:43-Picks & analysis for SE Missouri St vs Southern Indiana1:42:07-Picks & analysis for UL Monroe vs Louisiana1:45:25-Picks & analysis for Montana vs Idaho1:48:14-Picks & analysis for Middle Tennessee vs UTEP1:50:52-Picks & analysis for UC Davis vs UC Santa Barbara1:54:04-Picks & analysis for Western Kentucky vs New Mexico St1:56:55-Picks & analysis for Montana S vs Eastern Washington2:00:07-Picks & analysis for UC Riverside vs CS Bakersfield2:02:57-Picks & analysis for Pepperdine vs San Diego2:05:30-Picks & analysis for CS Fullerton vs UC San Diego2:08:17-Picks & analysis for Long Beach St vs UC Irvine2:11:46-Picks & analysis for Pacific vs Portland2:14:40-Picks & analysis for Seattle vs Oregon St2:17:15-Picks & analysis for Cal Poly vs CS Northridge2:19:51-Picks & analysis for Utah Tech vs Cal Baptist2:22:18-Picks & analysis for Ohio St vs Oregon2:24:59-Picks & analysis for San Francisco vs Loyola Marymount2:27:14-Picks & analysis for Santa Clara vs Gonzaga2:29:32-Start of extra games Chicago St vs Fairleigh Dickinson2:32:00-Picks & analysis for UMass Lowell vs Bryant2:34:10-Picks & analysis for Maine vs UMBC2:36:37-Picks & analysis for Austin Peay vs Florida Gulf Coast2:39:04-Picks & analysis for Central Arkansas vs Bellarmine2:41:34-Picks & analysis for North Alabama vs Eastern Kentucky2:44:09-Picks & analysis for West Georgia vs North Florida2:46:15-Picks & analysis for Queens NC vs Jacksonville2:48:44-Picks & analysis for New Hampshire vs NJIT2:51:03-Picks & analysis for New Haven vs Le Moyne2:53:26-Picks & analysis for Stonehill vs Central Connecticut2:55:51-Picks & analysis for Mercyhurst vs Long Island2:58:21-Picks & analysis for St. Francis PA vs Wagner3:00:44-Picks & analysis for Lipscomb vs Stetson3:03:09-Picks & analysis for Binghamton vs Vermont Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

EP 123 | Rachel Sullivan is the Founder of Solid Ground Counseling Center in Madison, AL. Rachel and her staff of therapists, counselors, and clinicians are providing much needed services to North Alabama residents to cope with the unprecedented stresses and difficulties of this time in history in which we live. Born and raised in rural Illinois, Rachel's story is another great journey of growing up the 2nd of 6 children, serving her country in the Army, working herself through college, and then moving to Alabama and starting Solid Ground Counseling Center, which just celebrated its 8th year. Rachel is an inspiration and her life's experiences uniquely qualify her as the perfect person to found her counseling center.Rachel is desperate to have people understand Mental Health00:00 Start01:19 EP 37 Recap02:34 Grandchildren06:34 Hannah and Tornado08:40 Credential Success13:57 Importance of Psychology16:49 Neurodivergence18:57 Elizabeth the godsend!22:08 Importance of Diagnosis26:44 Neurotypical29:12 CPTSD32:53 Trends35:50 Rachel's Staff and Therapy Types44:44 Proper Time and Focus on Counseling50:27 Building the Network58:13 Mindful Roots01:07:33 Inspiration for Mindful Roots01:20:08 The Quick 6For more information visit https://solidgroundmadison.comHost/Interviewer: M. Troy Bye, Owner, Our Town w/ Troy ByeSpotify Channel: ⁠⁠https://spoti.fi/3QtpT8z⁠⁠ YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@ourtownpodcastAudio available on all platforms - just search for "Our Town Podcast" Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/41rlgTt ⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/ourtownpodcast ⁠⁠Instagram: h⁠⁠ttps://www.instagram.com/ourtownpodcast/⁠

Welcome to 2026! We'll be opening the show with some of what to expect in Alabama politics this year, along with some important stories about the TVA and construction projects across the country.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We've got a couple of pretaped interviews, one with independent labor reporter Kalena Thomhave about home care worker rights, and another with renowned union organizer Jaz Brisack.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We've got a compilation of our DOGE coverage from the last year. We think it's aged well, what say you?✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Anna Brakefield's story begins on her family's cotton farm in North Alabama, where she grew up surrounded by the rhythms of agriculture and the values of hard work, stewardship, and tradition.Her father, Mark Yeager, instilled in her a deep appreciation for the land and the premium cotton it produced—lessons that would later inspire a business built on craftsmanship and sustainability.After earning a degree in graphic design and marketing from Auburn University, Anna pursued a career in advertising in New York and Nashville. Though she thrived in the corporate world, her roots kept calling her back home, planting the seed for what would become Red Land Cotton.In 2016, Anna and her father launched Red Land Cotton with a mission to bring American-made, farm-to-home textiles to market. Armed with her marketing expertise and a passion for storytelling, she shaped the company's identity, ensuring that each product—crafted from the cotton grown on their farm—embodied quality, authenticity, and Southern heritage.As Red Land Cotton continues to flourish, Anna balances entrepreneurship with family life, finding inspiration in the land that started it all. Her journey is a testament to the power of honoring one's roots while embracing the possibilities of growth and innovation.In This Conversation We Discuss:[00:00] Intro[00:39] Sponsor: Taboola[02:24] Building new ventures from existing resources[05:08] Turning constraints into strategic clarity[07:25] Sponsor: Next Insurance[08:38] Validating demand while building in public[10:21] Callouts[10:32] Blogging company journey for early engagement[12:03] Teasing progress to convert followers into buyers[13:48] Meeting customers where they are[17:15] Experimenting with traditional advertising[20:10] Sponsor: Electric Eye[21:19] Sponsor: Freight Fright[23:22] Investing in skills when hiring isn't an option[25:18] Balancing creativity with marketing strategy[26:57] Matching products to the right channels[28:46] Leveraging cross-channel marketing effectively[30:09] Leading with purpose beyond just making moneyResources:Subscribe to Honest Ecommerce on YoutubeLuxury American-Made Bedding & Towels redlandcotton.com/Follow Anna Brakefield linkedin.com/in/anna-brakefield-94389734Reach your best audience at the lowest cost! discover.taboola.com/honest/Easy, affordable coverage that grows with your business nextinsurance.com/honest/Schedule an intro call with one of our experts electriceye.io/connectTurn your domestic business into an international business freightright.com/honestIf you're enjoying the show, we'd love it if you left Honest Ecommerce a review on Apple Podcasts. It makes a huge impact on the success of the podcast, and we love reading every one of your reviews!

We've got a wide ranging conversation with Ed "Flash" Ference, host of America's Workforce, the only daily union talk radio program in the country, about the state of the US and the labor movement. ✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

On this edition of The Mark White Show, I'm talking with Danielle Stradling, Greater Huntsville Ambassador for Cake4Kids. Through this volunteer-driven effort, over 80 local bakers across North Alabama are delivering homemade birthday cakes and sweet treats to children in foster care, transitional housing, and difficult circumstances. Danielle shares how a simple act of kindness, a personalized cake made by a stranger, can remind a child that they are loved, valued, and celebrated.

We've got a pretaped interview with producers of the Alabama Solution, discussing the making of the movie and the state of Alabama's prisons. We also have an interview with Sam Seder from earlier this year talking about Trump's second term in the early days that has aged rather well. ✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today on Coast To Coast Hoops Greg recaps Thursday's results, talks to Tanner Kern of DraftKings about the top teams in the sport separating themselves, how he's looking to handicap conference games, the surprise teams of the season thus far & Friday's games, & Greg picks & analyzes EVERY Friday game!Link To Greg's Spreadsheet of handicapped lines: https://vsin.com/college-basketball/greg-petersons-daily-college-basketball-lines/Greg's TikTok With Pickmas Pick Videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@gregpetersonsports?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcPodcast Highlights 1:49-Recap of Thursday's results11:03-Interview with Tanner Kern23:38-Start of picks Dartmouth vs Sacred Heart25:42-Picks & analysis for South Dakota St vs UW Milwaukee27:50-Picks & analysis for Seton Hall vs Providence29:58-Picks & analysis for Mount St. Mary's vs Drexel32:35-Picks & analysis for Eastern Michigan vs Akron34:56-Picks & analysis for Tulsa vs Western Kentucky38:03-Picks & analysis for Villanova vs Wisconsin40:21-Picks & analysis for Belmont vs UC Irvine43:15-Picks & analysis for Abilene Christian vs BYU45:47-Picks & analysis for Cal Poly vs UCLA48:18-Picks & analysis for San Diego vs UC San Diego50:35-Picks & analysis for Washington vs Seattle53:12-Picks & analysis for Florida Atlantic vs St. Mary's56:06-Start of extra games Grambling vs Hampton58:18-Picks & analysis for Coppin St vs Navy1:00:40-Picks & analysis for La Salle vs High Point1:03:10-Picks & analysis for Mississippi Valley St vs Florida St1:05:12-Picks & analysis for Norfolk St vs Jackson St1:08:05-Picks & analysis for Alcorn St vs Baylor1:10:09-Picks & analysis for Florida A&M vs Tarleton State1:12:33-Picks & analysis for SE Louisiana vs LSU1:15:25-Picks & analysis for North Alabama vs Loyola Marymount1:17:52-Picks & analysis for Morgan St vs California Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join host Melea Hames as she welcomes Jennifer Allen, creator of Wonders Within Reach, a leading blog and community dedicated to accessible family travel. Jennifer shares inspiring stories from her journeys with her family — including her children with disabilities — and offers valuable insight into how destinations across North Alabama can make travel more inclusive for everyone. Together, they discuss barrier-free adventures, local spots doing accessibility right, and how representation and design can open new doors for travelers of all abilities. Follow North Alabama on Social Media! Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube Twitter Facebook The Unexpected Adventures in North Alabama Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Melea Hames and produced by Brand Revolt. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@thebrandrevolt.com.

In OVERTIME, we're joined by Chris Dols, Executive Director of the Federal Unionists Network to discuss the House's passage of the Protect America's Workforce Act, and what to expect from federal workers in 2026. ✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode of Beyond Rockets, Clark sits down with David Fernandes, Senior Vice President at Mazda Toyota Manufacturing and Group Vice President for Toyota, to go inside one of North Alabama's most transformative projects. David shares his journey from growing up near the Indy 500 and working at GM and Rolls-Royce to leading multiple Toyota plants across the U.S., South Africa, and now the joint Mazda Toyota facility in Huntsville. He explains how the $2.3B plant was built during the pandemic, how it now produces Corolla Cross and Mazda CX-50 models at incredible volume, and why they've grown to a 4,000-person workforce pulled from a 60-mile radius. David also talks about culture, career paths that don't require a four-year degree, local partnerships with schools and nonprofits, and why he believes “nothing's impossible” when a team is aligned. If you've ever driven past the massive facility near Greenbriar and wondered what happens inside, this conversation pulls back the curtain.https://mazdatoyota.comhttps://www.instagram.com/mazdatoyotamanufacturing/

In the first half of the program we talk to Randy Hadley - president of the RWDSU Midsouth Council about their recent string of victories in Alabama. We also are joined by Beau Hawk, Business Representative for the Knoxville Building and Construction Trades Council about fighting for a Project Labor Agreement and building solidarity between unions.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

What does success really look like in high school basketball?In this powerful episode of Beyond the Blitz, we sit down with Coach Heath Cullom, head coach of the Sardis High School girls varsity basketball team, to talk about far more than wins and losses. Beyond The Blitz Sardis Ladies …Born and raised in Sardis, Coach Cullom has spent more than 21 years coaching, building a program rooted in culture, accountability, faith, and relationships. From county championships and area titles to unforgettable playoff runs and heartbreaking sub-regional exits, his journey reveals what it truly takes to sustain excellence.Throughout this game-flow interview — structured by quarters, halftime, and overtime — Coach Cullom opens up about:

Today on Coast To Coast Hoops Greg recaps Sunday's results, talks to Curtis Rogers of 710 Seattle Sports about the top teams in the sport separating themselves, the Big Ten landscape, & the struggles of west coast mid-major conference, & Greg picks & analyzes EVERY Monday game!Link To Greg's Spreadsheet of handicapped lines: https://vsin.com/college-basketball/greg-petersons-daily-college-basketball-lines/Greg's TikTok With Pickmas Pick Videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@gregpetersonsports?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcPodcast Highlights 2:54-Recap of Sunday's results16:23-Interview with Curtis Rogers35:52-Start of picks Niagara vs VCU38:31-Picks & analysis for South Dakota St vs Wyoming41;09-Start of extra games East Texas A&M vs SE Louisiana43:16-Picks & analysis for Wofford vs Gardner Webb46:36-Picks & analysis for North Alabama vs Alabama A&M48:04-Picks & analysis for McNeese vs Houston Christian50:20-Picks & analysis for Incarnate Word vs TCU Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Alabama vs. Alabama A&M College Basketball Pick Prediction by Tony T. North Alabama vs. Alabama A&M Profiles North Alabama at Alabama A&M 8PM ET— North Alabama is 5-4 on the year. They have road wins at Jacksonville St and San Francisco. Lions also dropped road decisions to Mississippi St, Clemson and Chattanooga. Alabama A&M is 5-4 winning all five home games.

East Tennessee St vs. Austin Peay College Basketball Pick Prediction by Tony T. East Tennessee St vs. Austin Peay Indy Profiles East Tennessee St at Austin Peay 8PM ET—East Tennessee St is 8-2 this season dropping road games at Presbyterian by four and Dayton by 17. They have a road win by 4 at North Alabama. Austin Peay sits at 4-5 with all losses on the road. They have an 18-point home win against Northern Illinois in their line home game against a D1 school.

In OVERTIME, we've got Les Leopold and Jared Abbott on to talk about their recent report that shows the Democratic Party weighing down populists in swing states. ✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Welcome to this week's Wraparound Roundtable, where the game meets grit and grassroots passion. We're joined by Will Stephens — founder of Trailer Park Sports Network — a one‑man media machine operating out of a trailer in North Alabama, with a mission to grow hockey (and other under‑the‑radar sports) in nontraditional markets.Once a skeptic, Will became a fan of the game after witnessing the intensity of the 4 Nations Face-Off — and that moment flipped a switch. Since then, he's used roller hockey, street‑hockey scrimmages, commentary, and social content to build community where ice rinks are rare.In this episode we dive into:How a southern upbringing and a chance view of the 4 Nations Face‑Off ignited Will's love for hockeyWhy he believes street and roller hockey are the keys to growing the game in the SouthThe founding story behind Trailer Park Sports Network and how one man can start a movementThe challenges and surprises of being a hockey voice outside traditional marketsHis bigger goal: shining a spotlight on athletes and sports that mainstream media often ignoresIf you believe hockey belongs everywhere — not just in cold‑weather cities — this episode is for you.As always: remember to head over to hockeywraparound.com, hit the Roundtable button, and enter for this week's prize pack: Green Biscuit + Puckaround, plus Will's bonus: a Hockey Wraparound.Click To Text The Our Kids Play Hockey Team!NHL Sense Arena annual memberships are 50% off for the holidays, starting at just $29 a month — plus you can save an extra $25 with code OKPH at checkout.Gift you hockey family the ultimate hockey training experience with NHL Sense Arena ‘26 — available now at hockey.sensearena.com/OKPHHave A Topic You Want Us To Cover? Let us know!Please Be Sure To Subscribe & Leave A Review For Us On Apple Podcasts, doing so helps our show grow!Follow Us On Social Media: Facebook Group X Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

In the first half of the program, we've got Lance Ingwersen on to talk about how campus workers are building power in Alabama. We also talk to Will Tucker about how southern communities are fighting back against Hyundai-Kia.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Attorney Chris Weston is the managing partner of the long-established and well-respected law firm of Johnston, Moore and Weston in Huntsville, Alabama.  As you'll hear on this episode of the podcast, Chris was a nomad of sorts growing up, moving every three years or so.  Finally settled in North Alabama, Chris took another detour to attend Albany Law School in New York, before returning back to Huntsville.  As we discuss, Chris entered law school in 2008, just as the economy was starting to bottom out from the housing crisis.  Chris is an example of how a strong work ethic, combined with talent, can have a great  end result. I enjoyed getting to know his story on this episode of the podcast.    

Join host Melea Hames for a festive journey into Decatur's beloved holiday tradition — the Historic Decatur Christmas Tour of Homes. Guests Brenda Henson, president of the Historic Decatur Association, and Robin McCutcheon, a community advocate and tour participant, share stories behind the event's historic homes, the effort that goes into the dazzling decorations, and how this holiday celebration strengthens community ties. Learn how this event lights up Decatur's historic districts, preserves its architectural heritage, and brings people together from across North Alabama. Follow North Alabama on Social Media! Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube Twitter Facebook The Unexpected Adventures in North Alabama Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Melea Hames and produced by Brand Revolt. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@thebrandrevolt.com.

We take a look at the TDU endorsing O'Brien and talk through some of the tensions. Leave us your thoughts at 844-899-TVLR. We also explain "right to work" laws, and why they're bad.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today on Coast To Coast Hoops Greg recaps Tuesday's results, talks to Ryan McIntyre of the Sports Gambling Podcast Network about the SEC vs ACC Challenge, his takeaways from Feast Week, Big Ten play starting up, & Wednesday's games, & Greg picks & analyzes EVERY Wednesday game!Link To Greg's Spreadsheet of handicapped lines: https://vsin.com/college-basketball/greg-petersons-daily-college-basketball-lines/Greg's TikTok With Pickmas Pick Videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@gregpetersonsports?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcPodcast Highlights 3:06-Recap of Tuesday's results19:42-Interview with Ryan McIntyre33:59-Start of picks Wright St vs Youngstown St36:18-Picks & analysis for Louisville vs Arkansas38:51-Picks & analysis for Harvard vs Massachusetts41:04-Picks & analysis for Louisiana Tech vs Georgia Southern43:19-Picks & analysis for Sacred Heart vs Mount St. Mary's45:42-Picks & analysis for Cornell vs Towson48:07-Picks & analysis for IU Indy vs Detroit50:14-Picks & analysis for Fort Wayne vs Oakland52:43-Picks & analysis for Clemson vs Alabama55;06-Picks & analysis for Cleveland St vs Northern Kentucky58:05-Picks & analysis for Southern Indiana vs Western Michigan1:00:25-Picks & analysis for Indiana vs Minnesota1:02:40-Picks & analysis for Hofstra vs Colubia1:04:56-Picks & analysis for Furman vs Elon1:07:20-Picks & analysis for Marshall vs UNC Wilmington1:09:22-Picks & analysis for LSU vs Boston College1:12:04-Picks & analysis for Richmond vs Belmont1:14:34-Picks & analysis for Northern Colorado vs Omaha1:16:47-Picks & analysis for Princeton vs Monmouth1:18:59-Picks & analysis for Ball St vs Evansville1:21:03-Picks & analysis for Idaho St vs Kansas City1:23:33-Picks & analysis for South Dakota St vs Northern Arizona1:26:30-Picks & analysis for Portland St vs South Dakota1:28:31-Picks & analysis for Pacific vs Air Force1:30:46-Picks & analysis for SMU vs Vanderbilt1:32:58-Picks & analysis for St. Thomas vs Monanta St1:35:14-Picks & analysis for Northwestern vs Wisconsin1:37:28-Picks & analysis for Oral Roberts vs Weber St1:40:01-Picks & analysis for North Dakota vs Idaho1:42:11-Picks & analysis for NC State vs Auburn1:44:21Picks & analysis for North Dakota St vs Montana1:46:45-Picks & analysis for Eastern Washington vs Denver1:49:33-Picks & analysis for Cal Baptist vs BYU1:52:04-Picks & analysis for Texas St vs Tice1:54:27-Picks & analysis for Virginia vs Texas1:57:01-Picks & analysis for Mississippi St vs Georgia Tech1:59:13-Picks & analysis for Utah Tech vs Santa Clara2:01:15-Picks & analysis for Utah Valley vs San Diego St2:03:37-Picks & analysis for UCLA vs Washington2:06:10-Start of extra games Tennessee Tech vs Lipscomb2:08:06-Picks & analysis for Arkansas Pine Bluff vs Illinois Chicago2:10:06-Picks & analysis for New Hampshire vs Dartmouth2:12:16-Picks & analysis for Northeastern vs Holy Cross2:14:33-Picks & analysis for Florida Gulf Coast vs Florida International2:17:00-Picks & analysis for Southern Miss vs Radford2:19:10-Picks & analysis for Drexel vs American2:21:08-Picks & analysis for Austin Peay vs Kent St2:23:17-Picks & analysis for Coastal Carolina vs USC Upstate2:25:19-Picks & analysis for Rio Grande Valley vs Stephen F Austin2:28:13-Picks & analysis for Loyola MD vs Hamton2:30:29-Picks & analysis for Presbyterian vs Wofford2:32:31-Picks & analysis for Southern Illinois vs High Pint2:34:52-Picks & analysis for Maine vs Ohio2:37:12-Picks & analysis for Louisiana vs Lamar2:39:20-Picks & analysis for Wagner vs Manhattan2:41:25-Picks & analysis for Gardner Webb vs Queens NC2:43:20-Picks & analysis for Navy vs Delaware St2:45:32-Picks & analysis for Central Connecticut vs Seton Hall2:45:20-Picks & analysis for NC Central vs James Madison2:47:32-Picks & analysis for Bucknell vs Arkon2:49:39-Picks & analysis for Coppin St vs West Virginia2:51:35-Picks & analysis for Mississippi Valley St vs UL Monroe2:53:46-Picks & analysis for Little Rock vs Central Arkansas2:55:51-Picks & analysis for UMBC vs Georgetown2:57:58-Picks & analysis for Tennessee St vs Alabama A&M3:00:17-Picks & analysis for Alcorn St vs Iowa St3:02:25-Picks & analysis for Eastern Kentucky vs Illinois St3:04:40-Picks & analysis for New Orleans vs Memphis3:06:51-Picks & analysis for Vermont vs Oregon St3:09:29-Picks & analysis for North Alabama vs San Francisco Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We ask the big questions about Doug Jones' campaign. Can he win? Can he make a difference even if he doesn't? Also, we bring you an exciting story of building worker power in the public sector in Mississippi.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Today on Coast To Coast Hoops Greg recaps Sunday's results, talks to Rob Donaldson of Underdog Fantasy about the start to the season the Big Ten has had, gauging conference play in December, & overeactions we may get from last week's feast week results, & Greg picks & analyzes EVERY Monday game!Link To Greg's Spreadsheet of handicapped lines: https://vsin.com/college-basketball/greg-petersons-daily-college-basketball-lines/Greg's TikTok With Pickmas Pick Videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@gregpetersonsports?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcPodcast Highlights 2:48-Recap of Sunday's results12:28-Interview with Rob Donaldson33:15-Start of picks Temple vs Villanova35:52-Picks & analysis for Tarleton vs Cincinnati38:11-Picks & analysis for Iona vs Delaware40:44-Picks & analysis for UAB vs Middle Tennessee43:23-Picks & analysis for Bowling Green vs Kansas St45:52-Picks & analysis for Cal Baptist vs Colorado48:23-Picks & analysis for Portland vs Stanford51:08-Start of extra games South Carolina St vs Chicago St53:19-Picks & analysis for McNeese vs Incarnate Word55:40-Picks & analysis for North Alabama vs Jacksonville St57:59-Picks & analysis for West Georgia vs Troy1:00:27-Picks & analysis for St. Francis PA vs Xavier Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We get an update from a Minneapolis educator about how they won a new contract after a credible strike threat. We also talk to Dave Kamper about his new book - Who's Got the Power?✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

We have a Starbucks worker in Alabama talk about the union's strike. We also talk to a former OSHA official about how Elon Musk got OSHA citations disappeared in Nevada.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this can't-miss episode of Beyond the Blitz, Chris Bouldin sits down with Coach Natasha Smallwood, head coach of the Albertville Lady Aggies and one of North Alabama's most respected voices in girls' basketball.With over 22 years of coaching experience, multiple Final Four appearances, regional championships, and a transformational first season at Albertville… Coach Smallwood unpacks the heart, the faith, and the fire behind her calling.⭐ IN THIS EPISODE, COACH SMALLWOOD SHARES:

Today on Coast To Coast Hoops Greg explains the factors he accounts for in neutral court games, recaps Friday's results, talks to Ben WIlsaon of VSIN about how the sample size we currently have can be easily thrown off by scheduling spot and outlier performances, & Greg picks & analyzes EVERY Saturday game!Link To Greg's Spreadsheet of handicapped lines: https://vsin.com/college-basketball/greg-petersons-daily-college-basketball-lines/Greg's TikTok With Pickmas Pick Videos: https://www.tiktok.com/@gregpetersonsports?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcPodcast Highlights 2:11-Factors to account for in neutral court games4:32-Recap of Thursday's results20:24-Interview with Ben Wilson39:05-Start of picks Central Michigan vs Marquette41:22-Picks & analysis for Cleveland St vs Kent St44:30-Picks & analysis for Penn St vs Providence47:05-Picks & analysis for Northeastern vs Duquesne49:43-Picks & analysis for UC Santa Barbara vs Nevada52:24-Picks & analysis for Rio Grande Valley vs Missouri St55:31-Picks & analysis for St. Thomas vs CS Fullerton58:27-Picks & analysis for Minnesota vs San Francisco1:01:00-Picks & analysis for Coastal Carolina vs North Dakota1:03:33-Picks & analysis for UW Milwaukee vs Wichita St1:06:00-Picks & analysis for UL Monroe vs Morehead St1:08:53-Picks & analysis for Ball St vs Indiana St1:11:05-Picks & analysis for Northern Colorado vs Portland1:13:58-Picks & analysis for UT Arlington vs Weber St1:16:43-Picks & analysis for Northern Iowa vs UC Irvine1:19:22-Picks & analysis for UW Green Bay vs Massachusetts1:21:58-Picks & analysis for Iona vs Oregon St1:24:45-Start of extra games NJIT vs Navy1:27:01-Picks & analysis for Wagner vs Georgetown1:29:16-Picks & analysis for Fairfield vs Le Moyne1:32:03-Picks & analysis for Boston U vs Harvard1:33:54-Picks & analysis for NC Central vs Dayton1:36:06-Picks & analysis for UMass Lowell vs St. Peter's1:38:14-Picks & analysis for Nicholls vs Oklahoma St1:40:26-Picks & analysis for MD Eastern Shore vs Binghamton1:42:39-Picks & analysis for Mercer vs Eastern Kentucky1:45:22-Picks & analysis for Long Island vs Illinois1:47:25-Picks & analysis for Mississippi Valley St vs CS Bakersfield1:49:30-Picks & analysis for Niagara vs Howard1:52:00-Picks & analysis for North Alabama vs Chattanooga1:53:56-Picks & analysis for Western Carolina vs Lipscomb1:56:10-Picks & analysis for Gardner Webb vs Richmong1:58:21-Picks & analysis for VMI vs Stetson2:00:45-Picks & analysis for Coppin St vs VCU2:02:41-Picks & analysis for IL Chicago vs Southern Indiana2:05:17-Picks & analysis for Incarnate Word vs High Point2:07:56-Picks & analysis for Prairie View vs UT Martin2:10:40-Picks & analysis for Southern Miss vs North Florida Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join us for a conversation with accessibility advocate and travel blogger Phoenyx Powell. We'll explore the important work being done to make North Alabama more inclusive and welcoming for all. Phoenyx shares insights from her own experiences traveling with accessibility needs, highlights local initiatives, and discusses how communities can better support residents and visitors of all abilities. Follow North Alabama on Social Media! Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube Twitter Facebook The Unexpected Adventures in North Alabama Podcast is a part of the Destination Marketing Podcast Network. It is hosted by Melea Hames and produced by Brand Revolt. To learn more about the Destination Marketing Podcast Network and to listen to our other shows, please visit https://thedmpn.com/. If you are interested in becoming a part of the network, please email adam@thebrandrevolt.com.

We focus on how Republicans are firing workers for protected speech. We also give you an update on the GTA union busting, Starbucks workers, and more.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In this episode, we sit down with Melissa Thompson, CEO & President of the Community Foundation of Greater Huntsville, for a powerful conversation about generosity, growth, and what makes Huntsville unlike anywhere else.Melissa shares her journey from growing up across multiple states to eventually landing in Huntsville, where she found a city defined by innovation, collaboration, and open arms. She walks through the early days of the Community Foundation, its explosive growth since 2011, and the pivotal moment in 2020 that shaped the Foundation's identity and mission: mobilizing generosity.From the impact of early ESOP partnerships with Dynetics and Torch Technologies, to navigating COVID-19 relief, to equipping the next generation of philanthropists through programs like Give256, Melissa offers a transparent and inspiring look at how generosity fuels community transformation across North Alabama.Whether you're a young professional wanting to get involved, a nonprofit leader seeking insight, or simply someone who loves Huntsville, this episode is full of wisdom on leadership, relationships, philanthropy, and the future of giving in the Rocket City.https://givehsv.orgSponsored by Yellowhammer Brewing.http://yellowhammerbrewery.com

We take your calls at 844-899-TVLR. We talk about how Trump is waffling between calling affordability a con job and saying he needs to work on it, and how he seems dead set on hiding the Epstein files. We also talk to a nurse in New Orleans who just came off a strike.✦ ABOUT ✦The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond.Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your support really matters and helps us stay on the air!Make a one time donation or become a monthly donor on our website or patreon:TVLR.FMPatreon.com/thevalleylaborreportVisit our official website for more info on the show, membership, our sponsors, merch, and more: https://www.tvlr.fmFollow TVLR on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheValleyLab...Follow TVLR on Twitter: @LaborReportersFollow Jacob on Twitter: @JacobM_ALFollow TVLR Co-Creator David Story on Twitter: @RadiclUnionist✦ CONTACT US ✦Our phone number is 844-899-TVLR (8857), call or text us live on air, or leave us a voicemail and we might play it during the show!✦ OUR ADVERTISERS KEEP US ON THE AIR! ✦Support them if you can.The attorneys at MAPLES, TUCKER, AND JACOB fight for working people. Let them represent you in your workplace injury claim. Mtandj.com; (855) 617-9333The MACHINISTS UNION represents workers in several industries including healthcare, the defense industry, woodworking, and more. iamaw44.org (256) 286-3704 / organize@iamaw44.orgDo you need good union laborers on your construction site, or do you want a union construction job? Reach out to the IRONWORKERS LOCAL 477. Ironworkers477.org  256-383-3334 (Jeb Miles) / local477@bellsouth.netThe NORTH ALABAMA DSA is looking for folks to work for a better North Alabama, fighting for liberty and justice for all. Contact / Join: DSANorthAlabama@gmail.comIBEW LOCAL 136 is a group of over 900 electricians and electrical workers providing our area with the finest workforce in the construction industry. You belong here. ibew136.org Contact: (205) 833-0909IFPTE - We are engineers, scientists, nonprofit employees, technicians, lawyers, and many other professions who have joined together to have a greater voice in our careers. With over 80,000 members spread across the U.S. and Canada, we invite you and your colleagues to consider the benefits of engaging in collective bargaining. IFPTE.org Contact: (202) 239-4880THE HUNTSVILLE INDUSTRIAL WORKERS OF THE WORLD is a union open to any and all working people. Call or email them today to begin organizing your workplace - wherever it is. On the Web: https://hsviww.org/ Contact: (256) 651-6707 / organize@hsviww.orgENERGY ALABAMA is accelerating Alabama's transition to sustainable energy. We are a nonprofit membership-based organization that has advocated for clean energy in Alabama since 2014. Our work is based on three pillars: education, advocacy, and technical assistance. Energy Alabama on the Web: https://alcse.org/ Contact: (256) 812-1431 / dtait@energyalabama.orgThe Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union represents in a wide range of industries, including but not limited to retail, grocery stores, poultry processing, dairy processing, cereal processing, soda bottlers, bakeries, health care, hotels, manufacturing, public sector workers like crossing guards, sanitation, and highway workers, warehouses, building services,  and distribution. Learn more at RWDSU.infoThe American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) is the largest federal employee union proudly representing 700,000 federal and D.C. government workers nationwide and overseas. Learn more at AFGE.orgAre you looking for a better future, a career that can have you set for life, and to be a part of something that's bigger than yourself?   Consider a skilled trades apprenticeship with the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. Learn more at IUPAT.orgUnionly is a union-focused company created specifically to support organized labor. We believe that providing online payments should be simple, safe, and secure.  Visit https://unionly.io/ to learn more.Hometown Action envisions inclusive, revitalized, and sustainable communities built through multiracial working class organizing and leadership development at the local and state level to create opportunities for all people to thrive. Learn more at hometownaction.orgMembers of IBEW have some of the best wages and benefits in North Alabama. Find out more and join their team at ibew558.org ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Judge Karen Hall was the longest-serving judge in Madison County, Alabama history, when combined with her time on the bench as a District Court Judge followed by her long tenure as a Circuit Court judge, until her recent retirement. And when I say retired, I mean just retired as in this podcast was done on her first day off after working for a lifetime!  Judge Hall was instrumental in starting and then continuing the long tradition of judges in Madison County who are smart, compassionate, and considerate of both lawyers and litigants in their courtrooms, which is just the type of judge anyone wants deciding his or her case. Judge Hall is originally from Florida, who then made her way to Alabama for law school after fun filled years as an excellent student, Chi Omega sorority member, and leader at the University of Florida.  She subsequently met her husband, well-known North Alabama attorney Bill Hall, when both were clerking for Alabama appellate judges in Montgomery after law school. As she discusses on the podcast, Bill is from the Huntsville area, so they made their way here after their clerkships.  Two out of three of their children have followed in their footsteps and are licensed lawyers in Alabama as well. One of the most remarkable things about Judge Hall's career is how she continued to do work in the community, even while serving as a busy full-time judge.  She devoted a lot of her free time to making Huntsville and the Madison County area a better place for all of us. Franky, her involvement, and the work she did for so many organizations, locally and statewide, is too numerous to list here in what I am trying to keep to a brief blog post! I enjoyed getting to know Judge Hall's history on this episode of the podcast and I think you will like it as well!

Presented by the Starkville CVB, L'uva Wine Room, and EyeCare Professionals - The Bulldogs start slow, but pull away late against UNA.

Blake Lovell and Max Barr share reactions to Wednesday night in college basketball with thoughts on each of the three SEC matchups. Takeaways from Mike White and Georgia's blowout home victory over Maryland Eastern Shore, LSU physical domination of Tarleton State, what we learned from Mississippi State's second half runaway from North Alabama, and a lookahead towards the rest of the week across the league. GAMETIME SIDEKICKS Use promo code SE16 for 20% off! http://www.gametimesidekicks.com/ YEARLY CO Use promo code SE16KIT for a free sizing kit! https://yearlyco.com/ ROKFORM Use promo code SEC25 for 25% off! The world's strongest magnetic phone case! https://www.rokform.com/ JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP Join the "It Just Means More" tier for bonus videos and live streams! Join Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv1w_TRbiB0yHCEb7r2IrBg/join FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: https://twitter.com/16Southeastern ADVERTISE WITH SOUTHEASTERN 16 Reach out to caroline.bellcow@gmail.com to find out how your product or service can be seen by over 200,000 unique viewers each month! #sec #secbasketball #collegebasketball #cbb Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.