Labor journalists Robert Iafolla and Alex N. Press discuss labor law, union organizing, UAW's struggles in the South, and the impact of the upcoming election on worker power and organizing campaigns. They highlight the challenges faced by workers in union organizing, legal constraints on striking, and the rising power of worker strikes in various sectors.

Labour correspondent Alex N. Press joins the hosts to discuss an app that assigns gigs that cross picket lines and Hollywood's plan to use AI-generated content. They question whether Silicon Valley is destroying movies and touch on the downfall of WeWork, the gig economy's impact on older workers, and the challenges faced by workers in the hospitality and entertainment industries.

Dan Vicente, Director of UAW Region 9, advocates for autoworkers in the Northeast, while Alex Press covers labor movements for Jacobin magazine. They discuss the urgent contract expiration between the UAW and Big Three automakers, underscoring the push for fair wages amid a crucial shift to electric vehicles. The conversation dives into tiered pay structures, the rising activism among younger workers, and the collective struggle against corporate greed. They explore how these dynamics shape the future of labor rights in an evolving industry.