John Galinac (IATSE Local 160) / Nick Brenner (Roofers and Waterporoofers Local 96)

America’s Work Force Union Podcast

English - December 20, 2021 20:54 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MB - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
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Previous Episode: Mark Dimondstein (American Postal Workers Union) / Rich Fiesta (Alliance for Retired Americans)

Next Episode: Melissa Cropper (Ohio Federation of Teachers, AFT) / Greg LeRoy (Good Jobs First)

The first guest on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast was IATSE Local 160 Business Agent John Galinac. He spoke about how the stage industry has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. He also discussed how Local 160 has taken to the COVID-19 vaccine.

Roofers and Waterproofers Local 96 Business Agent Nick Brenner was also featured on today’s episode. He discussed how unions in the area, particularly in Wisconsin, have been affected by So-Called “Right to Work” laws. He also said their membership is greatly benefiting from their new training center.