The Graduate
Education, Immigrants, Low Wage Work
When we think about college, there’s a certain whimsical image, a time of self discovery and carefree fun before you step out into the “real” …
[No] Child Left Behind
Criminal Justice, Education, Immigrants
We often see children as innocents who need love, support, and stability. But not all young people are nurtured this way. Too often youth from …
Redemption
Criminal Justice, Immigrants
In today’s political climate, there’s a prominent narrative of “bad” immigrants who don’t deserve to be here. This isn’t new — it’s a part of …
It’s a Man’s Man’s World
Black Workers, Education, Women
What happens when you go to work and no one else in the room looks like you? Being the “only one” often means more scrutiny, …
The Gig’s Up
Gig Economy, Low Wage Work, Women
Uber. Lyft. Their arrival has transformed daily life and raised important questions about job quality, employment law, and creating an economy that works for everybody. …
School Days
Education
Earlier this year, over 30,000 public school teachers went on strike in Los Angeles, for the first time in nearly 30 years. Educators reminded us …
Trafficked
Immigrants, Low Wage Work
Trafficking. When you hear the word, many images come to mind. It may seem like something distant, hidden, and secretive — something that happens to …
Solidarity
Black Workers, Historical
This episode is a tribute to the life and legacy of Henry Walton — a lifelong union and community activist. Henry had a special relationship …
La Moda Femenina
Historical, Immigrants, Low Wage Work, Women
Re:Work Radio is back with another episode on LA’s Garment District. This time we explore the Garment District’s rich history through three generations of strong …
Block by Block
Black Workers, Women
What makes someone get involved in their community? How do community members become engaged? Not just during election season, but everyday, how do communities come …
Dispatch
Immigrants, Low Wage Work
It’s one of the most dangerous jobs in America: taxi driving. In this special joint episode from ReWork and Making Contact, we’ll hear a radio …
Los Callejones
Immigrants, Low Wage Work, Women
Who are the people who make the clothes we wear every day? Tune in to take a journey through “los callejones,” Los Angeles’s garment district. …
Moving the World
Women
Most of the stuff we use, from our clothes to our iPhones, were at some point made in another country and shipped to our shores. …
Listen Up!
Art & Music
What comes to your mind when you think of a musician? For many musicians, their work is no different from any other profession. They dedicate …
All on the Same Ocean
Low Wage Work
We live in a global market, and most of the clothing and electronics that we use are made halfway around the world. They’re transported across …