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Labor Jawn

Labor Jawn

By: Gabe Christy and Young Sam James
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Philly's working class history podcast. Historian Gabe Christy and musician Young Sam James explore the who, what, when, where, and whys of the labor movement.

www.laborjawn.com

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Episodes
  • 1969 Philadelphia Hotel Workers Strike

    1969 Philadelphia Hotel Workers Strike
    Jun 9 2025

    In a period when Philadelphia's tourism industry was starting to soar, hotel workers' wages were stagnant. They launched a strategically timed strike to fight for a raise, while a rank and file caucus pressured union leadership into action.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • 1977 SEPTA Strike

    1977 SEPTA Strike
    May 29 2025

    In 1977, SEPTA workers walked out into a bitter 44 day struggle, leading to a rank and file fight against both the bosses and their own union leadership.

    Originally aired: August 24, 2022.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Voices of Labor - Amanda Gilmore

    Voices of Labor - Amanda Gilmore
    May 18 2025

    At Philadelphia's 2025 May Day Rally and March, Gabe and Sam ran around with a microphone to get recordings from union members, organizers, and workers.

    Each person was asked 4 questions:
    -Who was the worst boss you've ever had and why?
    -Are you part of a union?
    -What does being a union member mean to you?
    -What was your favorite moment of solidarity that you've witnessed?

    Submit your story at www.laborjawn.com/voices

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    2 mins
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