We Do the Work

Series produced by KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio

Caption: We Do The Work
We Do The Work 

A radio program for workers!

A local worker radio program

Weekly features include News, Interviews, Music, and Comments.
We Do The Work believes American Workers are at the heart of our Economy and Culture and deserve dignity, respect, and a decent family wage.


369 Pieces

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Lisa Ayrault, Director of Fair Vote Washington
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
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Interview by Gary Kanter: Lisa explains ‘Ranked Choice Voting.’

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  • Added: Feb 28, 2020
  • Length: 27:59
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Hannah Fishman, Organizer for SEIU 1199NW & Kim Deans, CNA/Member of Negotiating Team
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Island Hospital Workers, SEIU 1199NW
Interview by Lori Province: Hannah and Kim talk about the workplace issues at Island Hospital.

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  • Added: Mar 06, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
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Don McIntosh, Senior Staff Reporter, Northwest Labor Press
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Don McInTosh, NW Labor Press
Interview by Ken Winkes: Don gives us the history of the 100-year-old Northwest Labor Press newspaper and some current issues.

  • Added: Mar 13, 2020
  • Length: 28:01
Elise Bryant, Executive Director of the Labor Heritage Foundation
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Elise Bryant
Interview by Gary Kanter: Elise gives her history and describes what the Labor Heritage Foundation is all about.

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  • Added: Mar 21, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
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Marcus Courtney, Founder of WASH Tech/CWA 37083 & Conor Casey, Labor Archivist for the Labor Archives of Washington
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Marcus Courtney
Interview by Mike Dumovich: Mike continues his special segment of We Do The Work called ‘Learn Yourself” that explores labor history hoping listen...

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  • Added: Mar 27, 2020
  • Length: 28:01
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Jim Page, Singer and Song Writer, Part 1
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Jim Page
Jim Page, Singer and Song Writer, Part 1 Interview by Mike Dumovich: Jim tells us how he got into music, explains what a ‘folk’ song is, and plays...

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  • Added: Apr 03, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
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Jim Page, Singer and Song Writer, Part 2
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Jim Page
Interview by Mike Dumovich: Jim describes his experience in Ireland, gives us his viewpoint on songs, and plays his music.

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  • Added: Apr 10, 2020
  • Length: 28:02
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Tom Copeland, Author, & Conor Casey, Labor Archivist, on Elmer Smith & the Centralia Tragedy, Part 1
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Tom Copeland
Interview by Mike Dumovich: Conor introduces Tom Copeland and Tom gives the history, accomplishments, and character of the Wobblies lawyer, Elmer ...

  • Added: Apr 18, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
Henry Bagwell, Retired Education Representative for the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace workers and production manager for their Unionation Band
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Henry Bagwell, Unionation Band
Interview by Gary Kanter: Henry explains the history of the IAM’s Unionation Band and 3 of their original songs are played.

  • Added: Apr 24, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
Sonny Ochs, sister to legendary folk singer, Phil Ochs
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Sonny Ochs
Interview: Sonny recalls many aspects and events of Phil’s life and we play his songs. Phil was the iconic folk singer of the 60’s and 70’s and wr...

  • Added: May 01, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
Tom Copeland, Author, & Conor Casey, Labor Archivist, on Elmer Smith & the Centralia Tragedy, Part 2
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Tom Copeland
Interview by Mike Dumovich: Tom continues to provide many details of the Centralia Tragedy and Conor provides resources to learn more about the lab...

  • Added: May 08, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
Katie Harris & Andrea Soroko Naar, 2 of the founders of the Jewish Coalition for Immigrant Justice Northwest
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
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Interview by Gary Kanter: Katie and Andrea talk about the Jewish Coalition for Immigrant Justice Northwest and how their work is helping people who...

  • Added: May 15, 2020
  • Length: 28:01
Tim Wheeler, Writer, Activist, Musician, and Reporter for the People’s World, Part 1
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: by Tim Wheeler
Interview by Ken Winkes: Tim describes his family history, his life on the family farm, and tells some of his stories from his new book called “New...

  • Added: May 22, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
Tim Wheeler, Writer, Activist, Musician, and Reporter for the People’s World, Part 2
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
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Interview by Ken Winkes: Tim describes his career as a reporter, talks about his politics, and reveals he has a new book.

  • Added: May 29, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
Sarah Newell, Communications & Campaigns Coordinator for the International Labor Rights Forum
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Sarah Newell, ILRF
Interview by Ken Winkes: Sarah discusses ILRF’s mission, how the organization works, its successes, and what lays ahead.

  • Added: Jun 05, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
“Learn Yourself” with Conor Casey, Labor Archivist for the Labor Archives of Washington: Seattle General Strike of 1919.
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
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Interview by Mike Dumovich: Mike continues his special segment of We Do The Work called ‘Learn Yourself” that explores an historical labor event ho...

  • Added: Jun 12, 2020
  • Length: 28:01
Patty Rose, Secretary-Treasurer of the Pierce County Labor Council, & Judy Sharnes, Chair of the Union Goods and Services Committee
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Judy Sharnes & Patty Rose
Interview by Lori Province: Patty and Judy inform us about union goods and services in their area and how they are getting that information out to ...

  • Added: Jun 19, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
Alex Lawson, Executive Director of Social Security Works
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: Alex Lawson, Social Security Works
Interview by Ken Winkes: Alex explains articulately, factually, and historically why Social Security is in good health as well as disclosing why th...

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  • Added: Jun 26, 2020
  • Length: 28:01
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David Jepsen, Educator, Historian, Author, Film Maker of Labor Wars of the Northwest
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: A Film by David Jepsen
Interview by Mike Dumovich: David talks about his new documentary and how important this film is to students, history, and workers.

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  • Added: Jul 03, 2020
  • Length: 28:00
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George Mann, former Union Organizer, turn Folk Singer
From: KSVR Studios: Skagit Valley Radio
Series: We Do the Work
Caption: George Mann
Interview by Gary Kanter: George tells us his history, stories, and passions while mixing in his singing.

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  • Added: Jul 10, 2020
  • Length: 28:01
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