The Rick Smith Show

On The Rick Smith Show, Rick explores the state of freedom as Trump cements his authoritarian grip over America. Ken Mash, President of APSCUF, joins to discuss Trump’s escalating assault on public education—warning of deep threats to academic freedom and institutional independence. Alexandra Thornton, Senior Fellow in Financial Regulation at the Center for American Progress, exposes the dangers of unregulated cryptocurrencie...

On The Rick Smith Show, Rick shares a powerful wheelchair encounter with a MAGA truck driver, using the moment to highlight how the ADA and “Big Government” laws protect everyone. Guest Denise Murphy McGraw, CAE, Co-Chair of Catholics Vote Common Good, joins to discuss her organization’s mission and argues for why Democrats and progressives must speak out and defend their values. The episode blends real-life advocacy with cal...

The Rick Smith Show features Phil Glover, AFGE District 3 National VP, discussing his union’s major legal victory upholding collective bargaining rights and confronting ongoing attacks from the Trump Administration on federal workers. Sarah Burris, reporter for Raw Story, joins to break down South Park’s latest Trump-focused episode and explore the controversy surrounding the recently released Epstein files. Their conversatio...

In this episode of The Rick Smith Show, guests Deepak Puri, Co-Founder of The Democracy Labs, and Marty Perlmutter, Executive Director of Nuclear Disarmament Renewal at the Carpenter Institute of Progressive Democrats of America, discuss the missions of their organizations. Democracy Labs harnesses affordable technology and creative innovation to strengthen democracy and support social justice campaigns. Both guests highlight why t...

In this episode of The Rick Smith Show, Colin Seeberger of the Center for American Progress examines the most harmful provisions of Trump’s OBBBA, highlighting threats to public services and economic fairness. Analilia Mejia, Executive Director of Popular Democracy, shares her organization’s mission and details the Defend the 14th campaign, which mobilizes grassroots action to protect the 14th Amendment against attempts to er...

On this episode of The Rick Smith Show, Laura Packard, founder of Voices of Health Care Action, joins us to break down the dangers of Trump’s “one big beautiful” health care bill—and what it means for future cancer patients like her. Later, Dr. Keith Pochick shares insights from his upcoming book Tickled Soul, reflecting on his bold journey from emergency room physician to middle school teacher in se...

This episode of The Rick Smith Show features Alex Lawson, Executive Director of Social Security Works, who discusses the devastating impacts of Trump and the GOP's "One Big Nightmare" bill on rural hospitals and the broader health care industry. Samantha Sanders, Director of Government Affairs, joins to explain how GOP gig worker portability bills wo...

In this episode of The Rick Smith Show, AFT President Randi Weingarten joins to discuss the dangers of the Supreme Court allowing Trump to dismantle the Department of Education, emphasizing its impact on opportunity and fairness for students. Reporter Sarah Burris from Raw Story talks with Rick about the latest news from the Epstein files, the implications of six months of Trump back in the White House, and concerns over rising inf...

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On the Rick Smith Show, journalist Pat LaMarche from Bucks County Beacon discussed devastating new Medicaid cuts and the Grants Pass Supreme Court decision, highlighting their disproportionate harm to poor and working-class Americans. She described how changes will strip coverage and critical care from thousands, especially in rural and marginalized communities. Stacy Shorter, President of AFGE Local 2328, explained concerns over t...

On the Rick Smith Show, Jordan Barab, former acting OSHA head under Obama, discussed how the Trump administration reduced OSHA fines and gutting funding for OSHA, weakening workplace safety deterrents. Rich Ojeda, a 24-year Army veteran and NC-9 congressional candidate, weighed in on Trump’s reversals regarding Ukraine policy and addressed the emerging Jeffrey Epstein files scanda...

On the latest Rick Smith Show, Joe Hughes, Senior Analyst at the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP), breaks down how Trump’s “Big Ugly Nightmare Bill” overwhelmingly benefits the wealthy while leaving working-class families behind. Hughes explains that the bill extends massive tax cuts for the top 1%, while cutting critical programs that support workers and communities. Margaret Cooney, Senior Campaign Manager a...

On today’s Rick Smith Show, reporter Sarah Burris from Raw Story talks Epstein Files and the resulting MAGA freakout, highlighting right-wing outrage over revelations and their attempts to deflect blame. Rick also addressed the devastating Texas flood, framing it as yet another example of Republican anti-government ideology failing communities in crisis, and emphasizing the need for public investment and responsible governance to p...

On today’s Rick Smith Show, labor reporter Michael Sainato discussed the profound impact of recent ICE raids on workers, highlighting the fear and economic instability these operations create for immigrant communities and their employers. Investigative journalist Greg Palast then explored the fallout from the Trump-Musk breakup, analyzing its political and social implications, and what it reveals about shifting alliances amon...

On today’s Rick Smith Show, labor reporter Michael Sainato discussed the profound impact of recent ICE raids on workers, highlighting the fear and economic instability these operations create for immigrant communities and their employers. Investigative journalist Greg Palast then explored the fallout from the Trump-Musk breakup, analyzing its political and social implications, and what it reveals about shifting alliances among Amer...

The Rick Smith Show features Phil Glover, AFGE Vice President, and Sam Newton, communications director of the Democratic Governors Association, discussing Donald Trump’s attacks on workers and the poor. Guests highlight threats to federal worker protections, union rights, and essential public services under Trump’s policies.

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Rick Smith shares a working-class perspective on America’s unraveling social safety net. He recounts encounters with homeless individuals, highlighting how government cuts to Medicaid, housing, and food assistance leave vulnerable people behind. Smith blames decades of pro-wealthy policies, urging collective action to restore dignity and support for struggling Americans.