SEASON 2: Coronavirus and Class War

Coronavirus and Class War is a series of discussions and stories of workers on the frontline who are speaking out and stepping up where the state and federal government are failing, in this unprecedented health crisis. Airs every Thursday beginning April 23, 2020 at 7:30 pm et. on WBAI 99.5 fm and at 8pm on soundcloud and other streaming platforms.

Essential But Ignored: NYC Delivery Workers

On this week's show, Mel Gonzalez speaks with NYC delivery worker, Miguel, about their job conditions, treatment from the employer and the recent hit and run deaths of delivery workers. Lupita Romero and Julian Guerrero also discuss another segment of the informal labor force, the NYC Street Vendors, and their struggle to address police harassment and the City Council's inaction on street vending reform. Lastly, Khadija Mehter and Danny Katch give us some of the latest headlines from around the world and country.

Brianda GuzmanNovember 16, 2020Season2, coronavirus and class war, Working Class Heroes, WBAI, New York City, Protests, NYC Delivery Workers, Essential But Ignored, Mel Gonzalez, Miguel

SEASON 2: Coronavirus and Class War

99.5 FM WBAI

Saturdays 6 pm et