Jon Shelton
We’re All Workers (Hour 2)
In our second hour, Jon Shelton is a Professor at UW-Green Bay as well as the President of AFT-Wisconsin. He joins us to talk about his experience at Laborfest this year, the open letter sent to the candidates of the 2026 Gubernatorial Race. He also talks about how vital the unions are and how it connects us all. Then Civic Media's very own Teri Barr is here to talk about her newest "Slice Of Wisconsin" and it's out of this world! And to celebrate being back in the saddle, it's time for This Shouldn't Be A Thing - You Want Fries With That? Edition.
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Labor Day Reckoning: Billionaires First, Workers Last
Happy Labor Day! Maggie takes a sharp look at the controversial “Big Brutal Bill” and its sweeping consequences for American workers. She’s joined by Jon Shelton of UW–Green Bay and Aurelia Glass from the Center for American Progress to unpack how the legislation guts Medicaid, food assistance, and labor protections—all while enriching billionaires. The Trump administration’s relentless attacks on unions and worker rights highlights the growing wealth gap and the unraveling of America’s social contract.
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Look for the Union Label (Hour 2)
We’ll hear from AFT-Wisconsin president Jon Shelton about the qualities that voters should look for in Wisconsin’s next governor—for him and many other co-signers of a recent letter, there had better be a focus on union labor and workers in general. We’ll also talk to Jimmie Kaska about the first week of high school football, accompanied by high school football weather.
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Evers: Let The People Vote (Hour 2)
Gov. Tony Evers has seen enough of Republicans monkeying with the state constitution and wants Wisconsin voters to have a chance to directly propose and vote on amendments more in line with the preferences of state residents that continue to be ignored by GOP lawmakers. Also: Jon Shelton, a UW-Green Bay professor and chair of Democracy and Justice Studies, discusses his national article about how Democrats need a big change to their year-round messaging if they want to win back “blue collar” voters.
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The Importance of Teaching Labor History (2nd Hour)
We discuss the importance of teaching labor history in our schools so that tomorrow’s workers are not only well-educated but understand how on-the-job respect, safety, and compensation should never be taken for granted.
Office Hours: The U’s W
Today is the final edition of Office Hours with Professor Jon Shelton! We discuss the state of our nation as the Republican party continues to tear itself apart.
Office Hours: Problems With the UW System
Today, Professor Jon Shelton helps us break down what’s going on with the systematic defunding of University of Wisconsin campuses. Also, he emphasizes the importance of labor organization on young industries, including video games.
Office Hours: Second GOP Debate Recap
Professor Jon Shelton returns for another edition of Office Hours, discussing the aftermath of yesterday’s GOP presidential debate.
Office Hours: Government Shutdowns
As we stand at the precipice of a likely government shutdown, Wil and Luke welcome Professor Jon Shelton to explain the history of shutdowns and what they mean. Also, we bid Luke farewell and wish him a very happy honeymoon.
Hot Labor Summer Talks UAW Strike
Wil and Luke are joined by Professor Jon Shelton for Office Hours on a Thursday afternoon. The three discuss what is going on with the United Auto Workers potential strike tonight. They also discuss talk shows crossing the WGA picket line and fantasy football labor locks of the week.
