Flight attendants function as first responders in the sky and have to deal with unruly passengers, staff shortages, and flight cancellations. Season 2 of Beyond the Scenes takes flight with host Roy Wood Jr., who chats with Daily Show writer and frequent flier, Kat Radley, and the International President of the Association of Flight Attendants, Sara Nelson. They discuss the drive to unionize Delta flight attendants, how the #MeToo movement impacted the airline industry, and their worst flying experiences. Follow Beyond the Scenes: https://podcasts.iheartradio.com/v0iKH3j7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawaii Senator Brian Schatz shares his take on the new Democratic Party, spotlighting the roles of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. Former White House Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham reveals her motivations for speaking out against Trump. Sara Nelson, President of the Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, discusses the Democrats' embrace of labor unions. Actor Mandy Patinkin advocates for Democratic victories, emphasizing the need to protect the vulnerable, while Kelley Robinson from the Human Rights Campaign highlights crucial LGBTQ+ rights issues.

Nina Turner, a progressive activist and former Ohio state senator, champions overcoming racism in the labor movement. Saru Jayaraman of One Fair Wage advocates for fair wages and ending subminimum wages for tipped workers, highlighting historical exploitation in the industry. Sara Nelson, president of the flight attendants union, emphasizes the power of unity among workers. Stacey Davis Gates discusses transformative labor activism, particularly the impact of the Chicago Teachers' Strike. Together, they celebrate the labor movement's revival and advocate for inclusive, collective action.