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On this week's episode of Economic Update, Professor Wolff discusses the history of highly successful government-built and-operated housing launched in 1918, the gains won by UAW workers in the first contract at the Volkswagen factory in Chattanooga, TN, and the story of the three-year strike by the Newspaper Guild against the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, which was finally won—only for the paper's owners to shut it down. The second half features an interview with Rob Robinson about housing, affordability, and homelessness in the U.S. today.   The d@w Team Economic Update with Richard D. Wolff is a DemocracyatWork.info Inc. production. We make it a point to provide the show free of ads and rely on viewer support to continue doing so.  You can support our work by joining our Patreon community:  https://www.patreon.com/democracyatwork Or you can go to our website: https://www.democracyatwork.info/donate     Every donation counts and helps us provide a larger audience with the information they need to better understand the events around the world they can't get anywhere else.  We want to thank our devoted community of supporters who help make this show and others we produce possible each week. We kindly ask you to also support the work we do by encouraging others to subscribe to our YouTube channel and website: www.democracyatwork.info

Chris Carter from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to discuss what moves the Steelers are planning to do with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson wonder what the Steelers' first big player acquisition of the offseason is going to look like. Also, Chris Carter from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline. March 6, 2026, 8:00 Hour

In this segment, Mark is joined by Salena Zito, a Columnist for the Pittsburgh Post Gazette and the Washington Examiner. She's also the author of "Butler: The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America's Heartland." She discusses her latest stories on Tucker Carlson, Paul Skenes' patriotic past as he contributes in the World Baseball Classic, America 250 history, Kristi Noem out at DHS and more.

In hour 3, Mark is joined by Salena Zito, a Columnist for the Pittsburgh Post Gazette and the Washington Examiner. She's also the author of "Butler: The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America's Heartland." She discusses her latest stories on Tucker Carlson, Paul Skenes' patriotic past as he contributes in the World Baseball Classic, America 250 history, Kristi Noem out at DHS and more. Mark is later joined by Batya Ungar-Sargon, the Host of “Batya!” on NewsNation (Airs Saturday's at 6p, Sunday's at 10a), a Columnist for The Free Press, and the author of “Bad News: How Woke Media is Undermining Democracy” and “Second Class: How the Elites Betrayed America's Working Men and Women.” She reacts to the United States attack on Iran. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark is joined by Josh Kraushaar, a 97.1 FM Talk Political Insider, the Editor in Chief of the Jewish Insider and a Fox News Radio Political Analyst. Kraushaar discusses Kristi Noem being fired from the DHS and more. Mark is later joined by Missouri Auditor Scott Fitzpatrick. Fitzpatrick shares information on the latest audits dealing with some marijuana issues in the state. In hour 2, Mark recollects how he got hired at Audacy St Louis in honor of his 20 year anniversary with the company. Sue then hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is then joined by Missouri's 3rd District Congressman Bob Onder. Onder discusses the War Powers Act Vote, the War with Iran, the SAVE Act and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Salena Zito, a Columnist for the Pittsburgh Post Gazette and the Washington Examiner. She's also the author of "Butler: The Untold Story of the Near Assassination of Donald Trump and the Fight for America's Heartland." She discusses her latest stories on Tucker Carlson, Paul Skenes' patriotic past as he contributes in the World Baseball Classic, America 250 history, Kristi Noem out at DHS and more. Mark is later joined by Batya Ungar-Sargon, the Host of “Batya!” on NewsNation (Airs Saturday's at 6p, Sunday's at 10a), a Columnist for The Free Press, and the author of “Bad News: How Woke Media is Undermining Democracy” and “Second Class: How the Elites Betrayed America's Working Men and Women.” She reacts to the United States attack on Iran. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to discuss with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson whether or not the Steelers should consider signing QB Kyler Murray for the league minimum now that the Arizona Cardinals have announced they plan to release him.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson continue discussing which available QBs they would want to start for the Steelers this coming season. Also, Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline. And should the Penguins aggressively pursue trading for C Vincent Trocheck? March 4, 2026, 8:00 Hour

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text messageS.13 E.6 State Representative Tony Kurtz served in the United States Army as an attack helicopter pilot. He is a Persian Gulf War veteran, an Iraq War veteran, and also an organic grain farmer.Tony Kurtz represents the 41st Assembly District in southwest Wisconsin. Rep. Kurtz is the Vice Chair of the Joint Finance Committee in the Wisconsin State Legislature.In this episode, Rep. Kurtz talked about his experience in the legislature and his policy priorities. He also shared his thoughts about the upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election, as well as the gubernatorial race. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker. He has experience serving in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in United States and overseas. Anam earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a Master of Public Affairs degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Tawsif Anam's opinions have been published by national, state, and local publications in the United States, such as USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Western Journal, The Boston Globe, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and The Dodgeville Chronicle. His writings have also appeared in major publications in Bangladesh including, but not limited to, The Daily Star and The Financial Express. Visit my website www.tawsifanam.net Visit my blog: https://tawsifanam.net/blog/ Read my published opinions: https://tawsifanam.net/published-articles/ Check out my books: https://tawsifanam.net/books/

Mike Asti welcomed longtime journalist and Pittsburgh Post-Gazette columnist Paul Zeise on "Mike Drop" to bring the intensity when discussing the future of the Steelers, the ceiling for this Penguins team, the reasonable expectations for the Pirates and why the Jeff Capel era has been a disaster for Pitt. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Carter from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to share what he's experienced from the NFL Combine this week.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson try to figure out why Steelers' GM Omar Khan got graded so poorly by team players. Also, Chris Carter from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline. February 27, 2026, 7:00 Hour

Noah Hiles from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on in this hour to address the latest with the Pirates and MLB with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson. February 27, 2026, 9:00 Hour

Ray Fittipaldo from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins Ed Troup & Brian Batko on the Standard from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ed Troup & Brian Batko take on 10 Terrible Takes as the Steelers offseason begins and Ray Fittipaldo from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette joins the Standard from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to share his experiences from the first days of the NFL Combine with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson react to the first comments made at the NFL Combine by Steelers' GM Omar Khan. Also, Pirates' broadcaster Neil Walker and Jason Mackey from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette each come on The Fan Hotline. February 24, 2026, 9:00 Hour

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text messageS.13 E.5 Billie Johnson is the Chairman of Republican Party's 2nd Congressional District in Wisconsin. Chairman Billie Johnson and I had a conversation about the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, the upcoming gubernatorial election, balance of power in the Wisconsin State Legislature as well as the United States House of Representatives, challenges and opportunities in the 2nd Congressional District, and more.ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker. He has experience serving in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in United States and overseas. Anam earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a Master of Public Affairs degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Tawsif Anam's opinions have been published by national, state, and local publications in the United States, such as USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Western Journal, The Boston Globe, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and The Dodgeville Chronicle. His writings have also appeared in major publications in Bangladesh including, but not limited to, The Daily Star and The Financial Express. Visit my website www.tawsifanam.net Visit my blog: https://tawsifanam.net/blog/ Read my published opinions: https://tawsifanam.net/published-articles/ Check out my books: https://tawsifanam.net/books/

Chris Carter from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to share what move he believes the Steelers should make this offseason with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson wonder when Penguins' C Sidney Crosby will be healthy enough to return from his injury. Also, is Pirates' SS prospect Konnor Griffin going to begin the season in AAA now? And Chris Carter from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline. February 20, 2026, 8:00 Hour

Spring Training is rolling in Bradenton — and one name keeps rising above the rest: Konnor Griffin. Tonight on NS9LIVE!, we're joined by Pittsburgh Post-Gazette beat writer Colin Beazley, live from Pirates camp, to break down why Griffin has looked like the best player on the field and whether his push toward the Opening Day roster is becoming real. We're also diving into the suddenly heated 5th starter battle between Hunter Barco, José Urquidy, and Carmen Mlodzinski — and what the Pirates are really prioritizing for that final rotation spot. Plus: could Marcell Ozuna's presence be exactly what Oneil Cruz needs to unlock another level offensively and as a clubhouse force? If the Pirates are going to take the next step in 2026… the answers might already be forming in Bradenton. Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenine ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenine ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Nov. 24, 2025, in a major and hardwon victory, Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh members finally returned to work at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette after more than three years on strike. Then, on Jan. 7, 2026, workers were notified that Block Communications Inc.—the company that owns the Post-Gazette as well as the Toledo Blade, the Buckeye Sports Network, and a number of TV stations in Ohio and Kentucky—said that it will be ceasing operations at the Post-Gazette on May 3 of this year. We speak with Steve Mellon, a veteran photographer and writer who was on strike for over three years at the Post-Gazette, about how workers are processing this devastating news, and about their push to launch a new news source by and for working people.  Additional links/info:  Pittsburgh Alliance for People-Empowered Reporting (PAPER) website Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh website, Facebook page, and Instagram Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh "Pittsburgh Post-Gazette owners couldn't bust the union, so they shut down the paper" Maximillian Alvarez, Working People / TRNN, "The longest-running strike in the US is over—and the workers won" Kris B. Mamula, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, "Post-Gazette to publish final edition and cease operations on May 3" Featured Music:  Jules Taylor, Working People Theme Song Credits: Audio Post-Production: Jules Taylor 

On Nov. 24, 2025, in a major and hardwon victory, Newspaper Guild of Pittsburgh members finally returned to work at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette after more than three years on strike. Then, on Jan. 7, 2026, workers were notified that Block Communications Inc.—the company that owns the Post-Gazette as well as the Toledo Blade, the Buckeye Sports Network, and a number of TV stations in Ohio and Kentucky—said that it will be ceasing operations at the Post-Gazette on May 3 of this year. We speak with Steve Mellon, a veteran photographer and writer who was on strike for over three years at the Post-Gazette, about how workers are processing this devastating news, and about their push to launch a new news source by and for working people. Additional links/info: Pittsburgh Alliance for People-Empowered Reporting (PAPER) websiteNewspaper Guild of Pittsburgh website, Facebook page, and InstagramNewspaper Guild of Pittsburgh “Pittsburgh Post-Gazette owners couldn't bust the union, so they shut down the paper”Maximillian Alvarez, Working People / TRNN, “The longest-running strike in the US is over—and the workers won”Kris B. Mamula, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, “Post-Gazette to publish final edition and cease operations on May 3”Featured Music: Jules Taylor, Working People Theme SongCredits: Audio Post-Production: Jules Taylor Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson talk to Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post Gazette and MLB.com's Jonathan Mayo, each on The Fan Hotline. Also, how fast can Crowley run? February 18, 2026, 8:00 Hour

Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to address some potential draft selections the Steelers could make this year with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

Jason Mackey from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to share his thoughts on the Pirates with Spring Training games beginning this weekend!

It's Friday the 13th! And it's not clear what that portends for Pittsburgh. Fear about increased ICE activity is creeping into everything from county government to the governor's race. City Cast's Mallory Falk and Megan Harris are with contributor Colin Williams talking about what we know, plus how the agency is quietly leasing new space all over the commonwealth. Stick around for street trees, PG updates, a new proposal to improve city snow removal, how an Allegheny County congressman eluded a grand jury indictment, a Carnegie International preview, and more. Check out our new City Cast podcast "Your City Could Be Better" on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by our CEO David Plotz, this week's inaugural episode features the host of City Cast Twin Cities talking about how Minneapolis and St. Paul mobilized so quickly and broadly against a months-long ICE operation. Notes and references from today's show: Allegheny County Council to consider bill barring ICE cooperation [WESA] Allegheny County Council Regular Meeting - February 10, 2026 [YouTube] ICE Is Expanding Across the US at Breakneck Speed. Here's Where It's Going Next [Wired] How agencies under Gov. Josh Shapiro's control do — and don't — cooperate with ICE [Spotlight PA] Governor hopeful Stacy Garrity says she'd work with Trump administration on Pennsylvania's elections [WITF] Shapiro, Democratic governors press White House to include all at annual event [Post-Gazette] Pittsburgh study links dark roofs and roads to higher heat and social vulnerability [Phys.org] Pittsburgh's street trees are free upon request. So why do they often go to the city's wealthiest residents? [City Paper] Learn more about the city's Shade Tree Commission [City of Pittsburgh] Planning with Purpose: 10x10,000 Trees for a More Resilient Pittsburgh [City of Pittsburgh] Increasing equitable access to Pgh's urban tree canopy [Pittsburgh Canopy Alliance] Learn more about ReLeaf programs in Beltzhoover, Cali-Kirkbride & Homewood [Tree Pittsburgh] Efforts to keep Pittsburgh Post-Gazette operating appear to stall [KDKA] Chairman of Penguins buyer says company is in talks to buy the Post-Gazette [WPXI] City councilor calls for faster snow removal at Pittsburgh sidewalks and bus stops [WESA] Former Pittsburgh Mayor Gainey appointed to state gaming control board [WESA] Grand jury refuses to indict Democratic lawmakers, including Rep. Chris Deluzio, in connection with illegal military orders video [Post-Gazette] Sen. John Fetterman says previous comments against voter ID were 'out of deference' to Gov. Tom Wolf [Post-Gazette] Kraft Heinz CEO pauses plans for company separation [Pgh Biz Times] If the word we 59th Carnegie International [CMOA] Four players with Pittsburgh ties helping the U.S. women's Olympic hockey team get off to a hot start [KDKA] Kingfly Spirits in Strip District abruptly closes [TribLive] Learn more about the sponsors of this February 13th episode: Heinz History Center AIDS Free Pittsburgh Family House Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

In this hour, Noah Hiles from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on with Adam Crowley and shares why he didn't feel maximum excitement when he heard that the Pirates signed DH Marcell Ozuna. Also, how many random Pirates' players can you name in one sitting? February 13, 2026, 9:00 Hour

In the spirit of the Valentine's Day Holiday, Noah Hiles from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette wrote a story where he categorized some notable Pittsburgh sports relationships. Adam Crowley let him share it in this segment!

In this hour, Noah Hiles from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on with Adam Crowley and shares his opinion on whether or not the Pirates should soon give SS prospect Konnor Griffin a contract extension. February 13, 2026, 7:00 Hour

In this hour, in the spirit of Valentine's Day, Adam Crowley lets Noah Hiles from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette share a story he published that categorized notable relationships related to Pittsburgh sports. Also, Chris Carter from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline. February 13, 2026, 8:00 Hour

Noah Hiles from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette shares what he believes the Pirates will do with prospect SS Konnor Griffin for the start of the season based on what he's heard from sources with Adam Crowley.

Chris Carter from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to react to the completion of the Steelers' coaching staff with Adam Crowley and Noah Hiles.

Adam Crowley and Noah Hiles from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette react to this former NFL head coach claiming publicly that players should not let this get in the way of focusing on a developing football career.

Conservative syndicated editorial cartoonist and comic strip creator Steve Kelley, formerly of the San Diego Union-Tribune and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, joins DMZ America co-hosts and colleagues Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right) to break down the current state of the Trump Administration in its second year.A partial government shutdown looms, Trump's approval ratings on immigration--a good issue for the president usually--are tanking and the nation increasingly looks and feels a lot like the chaotic late 1960s. MAGA world appears to be coming apart at the seams, yet Democrats seem unable to seize the moment. What IS the real State of the Nation?Support the showThe DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrallWeb: Rall.com

Conservative syndicated editorial cartoonist and comic strip creator Steve Kelley, formerly of the San Diego Union-Tribune and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, joins DMZ America co-hosts and colleagues Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right) to break down the current state of the Trump Administration in its second year.A partial government shutdown looms, Trump's approval ratings on immigration--a good issue for the president usually--are tanking and the nation increasingly looks and feels a lot like the chaotic late 1960s. MAGA world appears to be coming apart at the seams, yet Democrats seem unable to seize the moment. What IS the real State of the Nation?Support the showThe DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrallWeb: Rall.com

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text messageS.13 E.4 Dennis Brennan is an attorney, historian, and author. He joined me for a conversation about his new book, the current political environment, the upcoming midterm election, and more. ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker. He has experience serving in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in United States and overseas. Anam earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a Master of Public Affairs degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Tawsif Anam's opinions have been published by national, state, and local publications in the United States, such as USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Western Journal, The Boston Globe, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and The Dodgeville Chronicle. His writings have also appeared in major publications in Bangladesh including, but not limited to, The Daily Star and The Financial Express. Visit my website www.tawsifanam.net Visit my blog: https://tawsifanam.net/blog/ Read my published opinions: https://tawsifanam.net/published-articles/ Check out my books: https://tawsifanam.net/books/

Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to address some of the biggest needs the Steelers have going into the offseason.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson wonder which Steelers from last season should be kept going into next season. Also, Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline. And what's the solution to the Pitt men's basketball struggles? February 11, 2026, 8:00 Hour

Share your thoughts and comments by sending me a text messageS.13 E.3 On February 12, 2026, the general election will be held in Bangladesh. In this video, I share my thoughts regarding this upcoming election.ABOUT: Tawsif Anam is a nationally published writer, award-winning public policy professional, and speaker. He has experience serving in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in United States and overseas. Anam earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and a Master of Public Affairs degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Tawsif Anam's opinions have been published by national, state, and local publications in the United States, such as USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Western Journal, The Boston Globe, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and The Dodgeville Chronicle. His writings have also appeared in major publications in Bangladesh including, but not limited to, The Daily Star and The Financial Express. Visit my website www.tawsifanam.net Visit my blog: https://tawsifanam.net/blog/ Read my published opinions: https://tawsifanam.net/published-articles/ Check out my books: https://tawsifanam.net/books/

Introduction On today's episode of the America's Work Force Union Podcast, we look at two major battles for public resources and professional dignity. First, we examine a ballot measure in Ohio that could strip billions from local communities. Then, we look at a wave of union victories in newsrooms that are fighting to keep local journalism alive. Segment 1: The High Cost of Repealing Ohio Property Taxes Frank Mathews, Administrative Director for CWA District 4, joins the show to issue a stark warning about a signature-gathering effort to eliminate property taxes in Ohio. While the pitch sounds appealing to homeowners, Mathews explains why the "fine print" could be disastrous for working families. The $20 Billion Hole: How eliminating property taxes removes the primary funding source for public schools, township roads, and police/fire departments. Who Really Pays: Why replacing this revenue would likely force massive hikes in sales and income taxes, shifting the burden onto lower- and middle-income workers. The Service Gap: The risk to essential services in townships that cannot levy income taxes. Segment 2: Organizing Wins in Ohio & The Future of News NewsGuild-CWA President Jon Schleuss reports on a surge of momentum for newsroom workers, despite corporate consolidation and layoffs at national outlets like the Washington Post. Victory in Columbus: Journalists at the Columbus Dispatch and Newark Advocate have voted overwhelmingly to unionize, strengthening NewsGuild Local 1. Pittsburgh's PAPER: How workers at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette are building their own community-centered publication, the Pittsburgh Alliance for People-Empowered Reporting (PAPER), to bypass corporate gatekeepers. National Fight: The labor response to recent cuts at the Washington Post and why preserving newsroom jobs is a civic necessity. Links & Resources Support Pittsburgh Journalists: Visit OurPaperNow.org Learn More About CWA District 4: CWA-Union.org Follow the NewsGuild: NewsGuild.org Listen to more episodes: AWF.LaborTools.com Follow Us Twitter/X: @AWFUnionPodcast Facebook: @AWFUnionPodcast

Marty has Attorney Kevin Acklin join the show to discuss the Pittsburgh Post Gazette

This week on Labor Radio Podcast Weekly: The Heartland Labor Forum examines the stunning decision to shut down the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette just hours after workers won their case at the U.S. Supreme Court, with NewsGuild–CWA president John Schleuss on what comes next. The Power Line Podcast goes inside the substation with Arizona Public Service electricians Juan Huerta and Beau Tubbs, exploring high-risk work, accountability, and what it takes to stay safe where everything connects. On the Green and Red Podcast, hosts revisit the 1960 Greensboro sit-ins, the rise of SNCC, and the lessons mass direct action still holds today. Labor Jawn features songwriter Mindy Mary on Striking at King's, a new labor song inspired by a 1938 Pennsylvania farmworkers' strike—and why its message still resonates. On the Labor Heritage Power Hour, we feature one of the powerful medleys from the Labor Heritage Foundation's Songs for Minneapolis YouTube playlist, responding in music to recent ICE killings. Bonus track: Labor History in 2:00 looks back at the 1919 Seattle General Strike, when tens of thousands of workers shut down a city and briefly ran it themselves. Plus, in Shows You Should Know, quick highlights from Alan on Labor, Union Talk, Apple Box Talks, The Union Labor Advisory Network Podcast, and Labor Radio on KBOO. Find links to every show at laborradionetwork.org Follow: #LaborRadioPod Contact: info@laborradionetwork.org This podcast is recorded under a SAG-AFTRA collective bargaining agreement. Produced by Chris Garlock, Patrick Dixon & Harold Phillips.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson have Noah Hiles on, and they play a game based on a piece he wrote in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Also, Lee Sterling from paramountsports.com comes on The Fan Hotline. February 6, 2026, 9:00 Hour

Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline to address more of the coaching moves the Steelers have made this week with Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson.

In this hour, Adam Crowley and Dorin Dickerson illustrate how the Steelers can get their next great QB over the next five seasons. Also, should Steelers' DL Cam Heyward retire? And Ray Fittipaldo from The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette comes on The Fan Hotline. February 4, 2026, 8:00 Hour

Tonight on The Point, DiNardo is joined by a loaded panel featuring Alex Stumpf of MLB.com, Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Platinum Key from Bucco Territory, and our own Neil for a high-stakes Pirates debate. We dive into the biggest questions facing the Pirates in 2026, starting with a bullpen that no longer includes David Bednar or Caleb Ferguson. Can this group still be trusted late in games? Then, we hand the panel an extra $10 million and ask: what moves would actually turn this roster into a real playoff contender? Finally, with Jared Jones expected back early in the season, we debate how the Pirates should handle his return if the rotation is already full. If you care about where this team is headed in 2026, this episode is for you. Like Comment Subscribe for more Pirates coverage from North Shore Nine Use Promo Code NS930 for 30% off your first order at https://www.defer.coffee Use Promo Code NS9 for 30% off your first order at https://www.gritily.com Use Promo Code NORTHSHORENINE for $20 off your first order at https://www.seatgeek.com LIKE and SUBSCRIBE with NOTIFICATIONS ON if you enjoyed the show! NS9 MERCH: https://northshorenine.myshopify.com ►Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/NorthShoreNine ►Website: https://www.northshorenine.com ►Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/northshorenine ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northshorenine ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshoreninee ►Discord: https://discord.gg/3HVYPg544m Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

https://media.blubrry.com/counterspin/content.blubrry.com/counterspin/CounterSpin260116.mp3 Right-click here to download this episode (“Save link as…”). Fox 9 (1/15/26) This week on CounterSpin:  Headlines today on January 15: “North Minneapolis ICE shooting: Children Hospitalized After Flash Bang, Tear Gas Hits Van.” And from the official Homeland Security website: “ICE Announced the Arrest of More Worst of the Worst Criminal Illegal Aliens From Across the Country, Including Those Convicted of First-Degree Rape of a Child, Homicide and Arson.” So did the hospitalized children commit the rapes, homicides and arson? Is that why they were attacked? Or are we supposed to just muddle it all together, so that we now think “immigration equals crime”? What happens if we do that? What would happen if we didn't? We'll hear from Setareh Ghandehari, advocacy director at Detention Watch Network. https://media.blubrry.com/counterspin/content.blubrry.com/counterspin/CounterSpin260116Ghandehari.mp3 TNG-CWA (1/15/26) Also on the show: We see reporters being physically attacked by purported “law enforcement,” and criminalized and threatened by the federal government, as they just try to do their job of witnessing and reporting the actions of powerful state actors. At the same time, we see corporations telling us that journalists aren't really important; AI can do whatever it is that they do. And if a newspaper doesn’t make the quarterly profit that shareholders have said they want, well, what more evidence do you need? The closure of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will mean a lot to people. But who will be brought on to speak on the meaning of the shutdown, and where it fits with other predations on our right to know what is happening around us? We'll hear from Jon Schleuss, president of the Newspaper Guild-CWA. https://media.blubrry.com/counterspin/content.blubrry.com/counterspin/CounterSpin260116Schleuss.mp3

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Gerry Dulac tells Rich the reasoning behind Mike Tomlin stepping down as the Steelers' head coach after two decades at the helm, if Tomlin will ever return to coaching or take a job as a TV pundit, the top candidates to take over in Pittsburgh, and how fans in the Steel City are reacting to Tomlin's departure. Comedian Adam Ray joins Rich in-studio where he previews his beloved Seattle Seahawks taking on the San Francisco 49ers in the Divisional Round, says why he wants to face the L.A. Rams in the NFC Championship Game and then the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the afternoon of August 23, 2003, Erie, Pennsylvania pizza delivery driver Brian Wells walked into the local branch of the PNC Bank and handed the teller a note warning that he had a bomb and they had fifteen minutes to hand over $250,000 or it would detonate. Unable to access the vault, the teller gave Wells all the cash on hand and he left as the employees triggered the emergency protocol.Fifteen minutes later, Wells was spotted by police and placed under arrest. However, when they went to put handcuffs on the suspects, the officers discovered that Wells did indeed have an explosive device on him—it was strapped to his neck and rigged to explode. Officers cleared the area, but failed to alert the bomb squad in time and the device eventually exploded, killing Wells just three minutes before the bomb squad arrived.The bizarre death of Brian Wells seemed to bring his brief criminal career to an end; yet as investigators began digging into the background of the delivery driver-turned-bank robber, they discovered the plot to rob the PNC Bank was far more elaborate than anyone had imagined. ReferencesAssociated Press. 2003. "Witness also helped in 1977 slaying." Scranton Times, September 25: 5.—. 2003. "Woman charged in roomate's death." The Sentinel (Carlisle, PA), September 23: 2.Dao, James. 2003. "A childlike pizza deliveryman at the center of a puzzling crime." New York Times, September 5: A12.Fuoco, Linda Wilson. 2003. "Robber, co-worker death query." Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, September 1.Fuoco, Michael. 2007. "Feds say collar bomb victim was part of plot." Pitsburgh Post-Gazette, July 12: 1.Lin, Judy. 2003. "Erie bank robber explodes in police custody." Citizens' Voice (Wilkes-Barre, PA), August 31: 5.—. 2003. "Bomb-case probers urge patience." Patriot-News (Harrisburg, PA), September 5: B5.—. 2003. "Man may have been forced to rob Erie bank." The Daily Item (Sunbury, PA), August 31: 3.Mandak, Joe. 2011. "Woman gets life plus 30 in collar-bomb death." Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, March 1: 1.Nephin, Dan. 2003. "Woman acquitted of boyfriend's death 15 years ago charges with killing another." The Morning Call (Allentown, PA), September 23: 14.Schapiro, Rich. 2011. "Collar bomb." Wired, Janaury.Times-Tribune. 2005. "Woman pleads guilty in killing." Times-Tribune (Scranton, PA), January 9: 2.United States of America v. Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong. 2009. 1:07-cr-26-SJM (United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania, September 8).United States of America v. Marjorie Diehl-Armstrong. 2012. 11-1601 (United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, September 25).Wire News Service. 2003. "Neighbors say bank robber led quiet life." Patriot-News (Harrisburg, PA), September 4: B3. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.