America’s Work Force Union Podcast
1,068 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsAmerica’s Work Force Union Podcast provides a clear and unfiltered voice for the working people of America. Radio veteran Ed “Flash” Ferenc leads the discussion with a focus on topics that include the impact of labor unions in America, workers’ rights, legislative actions and labor-management relations. Featured guests include various labor leaders, politicians, journalists and more. America’s Work Force Union Podcast provides updates and information from sources around the United States and continues to be the trusted voice for workers across the country.
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Frank Mathews (Communications’ Workers of America) / Tom Germuska, Jr. (The Labor Citizen)
December 14, 2021 20:08 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBCommunications’ Workers of America District 4 Administrative Director Frank Mathews was the first guest on today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. He spoke about supporting unionized AT&T retail staffers by shopping at their stores. Later, he applauded the amount of union organizing occurring throughout the U.S. The Labor Citizen Editor Tom Germuska, Jr. was also featured on today’s episode. He offered updates on the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline, Industry Recognized Appren...
Jason George (IUOE Local 49) / Leonard DiCosimo (AFM Local 4)
December 13, 2021 21:40 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBInternational Union of Operating Engineers Local 49 Business Manager/Financial Secretary Jason George joined the AWF Union Podcast to discuss the budget surplus in Minnesota. He said these funds will allow them to make a longer lasting investment in the state's infrastructure. He later discussed potential mining operations in the state. American Federation of Musicians Local 4 President Leonard DiCosimo also joined today’s episode to discuss legislation that could help musicians earn more f...
Joyce Goldstein (Joyce Goldstein & Associates)
December 10, 2021 20:43 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBLabor Attorney Joyce Goldstein was today’s guest on the AWF Union Podcast. She discussed a recent ruling by the courts, that upheld an arbitrator’s decision to force a company to rehire an employee they fired after being involved in a fatal vehicular accident. She also spoke about three Starbucks locations in New York, that held votes to unionize and the effort that went into the elections.
Sean Egan (MIOSHA) / Desiree Hoffman (UAW)
December 09, 2021 21:39 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBSean Egan, COVID-19 Director of Workplace Safety for the State of Michigan, was the first guest on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He discussed Prevailing Wage in Michigan, the way it was repealed and what the governor is doing to bring it back. He also gave an update on the vaccination rate in the state. United Auto Workers Legislative Coordinator Desiree Hoffman was also featured on today’s episode. She spoke about electric vehicle tax credits and why consumers should consider a...
Eric St. Pierre, Nate Whiteman (Humana) / Zach Schiller (Policy Matters Ohio)
December 08, 2021 20:19 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBHumana Associate Vice President of Group Medicare Eric St. Pierre and National Labor Relations Representative Nate Whiteman were featured on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. They spoke about Medicare advantage plans, how Humana strives to offer the best medicare plans possible and healthcare benefits covering wellness plans. Policy Matters Ohio Research Director Zach Schiller was also featured on today’s episode. He discussed how cutting off additional federal unemployment benefits...
Doug Nelson (IBEW Local 223) / Tim Burga (OH AFL-CIO)
December 07, 2021 21:23 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIBEW Local 223 Business Manager and Financial Secretary Doug Nelson made his debut on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He discussed how Local 223 members are training to install electric vehicle charging stations. He also discussed other parts of the infrastructure bill and how they will help Massachusetts. Lastly, he talked about an offshore wind project and the work it will bring Local 223 members. Also featured on today’s episode was Ohio AFL-CIO President Tim Burga, who spoke a...
Jimmy Hart (Metal Trades Department, AFL-CIO)
December 06, 2021 21:13 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMetal Trades Department President Jimmy Hart was featured on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about fixing the ongoing supply chain issues in the U.S. through the creation of a maritime highway, revitalization of U.S. ports and American companies purchasing foreign ships to replenish their U.S. fleet. He also discussed the budget reconciliation bill and the PRO Act.
Fred Redmond (AFL-CIO) / Dorsey Hager (Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council)
December 03, 2021 20:42 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond joined today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast to discuss the Build Back Better budget reconciliation bill and its chances of passing. He also spoke about the recent spike in union workers going on strike. Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council Executive Secretary-Treasurer Dorsey Hager was also featured on today’s episode. He discussed Vice President Harris and Secretary of Labor Walsh’s recent visit to United Association Lo...
Fatima Hussein (Washington-Baltimore News Guild)
December 02, 2021 21:15 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBWashington-Baltimore News Guild President Fatima Hussein was the featured guest on today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. She discussed how the Washington-Baltimore News Guild works to set standards when negotiating first contracts. She also explained the tactics employers are using to get workers to return to the office after working remotely due to COVID-19.
Dan Duncan (Maritime Trades Department, AFL-CIO) / Sue McConnell (Cleveland Better Business Bureau)
December 01, 2021 21:15 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMaritime Trades Department Executive Secretary-Treasurer Dan Duncan joined the AWF Union Podcast today to discuss the ongoing supply chain issue. He said the administration has executed and laid out future plans to further improve the situation. Cleveland Better Business Bureau President Sue McConnell was also featured on today’s episode. She warned listeners about scams to be aware of while shopping online during the holiday season.
Taylor Nelson (Roofers Local 65) / Andrew Spar (Florida Education Association)
November 30, 2021 20:45 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBRoofers Local 65 President Taylor Nelson joined today’s edition of the America's Work Force Union Podcast. He spoke about Local 65, a jurisdictional dispute between the Roofers and Carpenters Unions and the Local’s apprenticeship program. Florida Education Association (FEA) President Andrew Spar was also featured on today’s episode. He discussed staffing shortages in Florida public schools. He discussed the root cause to these issues and how the COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated them.
Scott Paul (Alliance for American Manufacturing) / Matt Rothschild (Wisconsin Democracy Campaign)
November 29, 2021 21:14 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBScott Paul, Executive Director of the Alliance for American Manufacturing was today’s first guest on the AWF Union Podcast. He discussed how the bipartisan infrastructure bill could create thousands of jobs in construction, installation and manufacturing. He also spoke about a “Made in America” gift guide for the holiday season. Wisconsin Democracy Campaign Executive Director Matt Rothschild was also featured on today’s episode. He spoke about alleged gerrymandering in Wisconsin, and also d...
Tiffany McKee (United Steelworkers) / Lane Windham (Working Class Perspectives)
November 27, 2021 00:58 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBUnited Steelworkers Rapid Response Coordinator for District 1 Tiffany McKee was the first featured guest on today's edition of the AWF Union Podcast. Also featured on the podcast today was Associate Director of the Kalmanovitz Initiative for Labor and the Working Poor at Georgetown University and contributor to Working Class Perspectives Lane Windham.
Bill Samuel (AFL-CIO) / Lucas Franco (LiUNA MN & ND)
November 25, 2021 14:06 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBGovernment Affairs Director of the AFL-CIO Bill Samuel was the first featured guest today on the AWF Union Podcast. Also featured on the podcast today was LiUNA Minnesota and North Dakota Research Manager Lucas Franco. He discussed wage theft in Minnesota's construction industry and the negative impact of the misclassification of workers.
Pete Ielmini (Mechanical Insulators LMCT) / Mike Dolan (International Brotherhood of Teamsters)
November 24, 2021 19:13 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMechanical Insulators LMCT Executive Director Pete Ielmini joined the AWF Union Podcast to discuss how mechanical insulators improve a building’s energy efficiency by properly installing mechanical insulation. He also advocated for apprenticeship and the promotion of the trades to high school students who may not want to go to college. International Brotherhood of Teamsters Legislative Representative Mike Dolan was also featured on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He highlighted th...
Tom Buffenbarger (Independent Labor Observer) / Andrew Tinkham (Ohio Consumers’ Counsel)
November 23, 2021 21:04 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBTom Buffenbarger, an Independent Labor Observer, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the uptick in workers changing jobs. He linked this phenomenon to the COVID-19 pandemic and the havoc it wreaked on the job market. He also gave an update on members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 588 and their efforts to get a fair contract. Later in the episode, Ohio Consumers’ Counsel Senior Outreach and Education Program Specialist Andrew ...
Tim Drea (Illinois AFL-CIO) / John Samuelson (Transportation Workers Union of America)
November 22, 2021 21:22 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIllinois AFL-CIO President Tim Drea was the first guest on today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. He spoke about the AFL-CIO Building Investment Trust and how it benefits workers. He also discussed how the recently passed infrastructure bill will benefit Illinois residents. Transportation Workers Union of America International President John Samuelsen was also featured on today’s episode. He spoke about protecting public transit workers who have been on the frontlines th...
Jeff Stoffer (The American Legion) / Rich Fiesta (Alliance for Retired Americans)
November 19, 2021 21:25 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAmerican Legion Media and Communications Director Jeff Stoffer was the first guest on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He highlighted some of the featured stories in the December edition of the American Legion Magazine, including stories about public healthcare systems and the attack on Pearl Harbor. Alliance for Retired Americans Executive Director Rich Fiesta was also featured on today’s episode. He spoke about the potential passing of the Build Back Better reconciliation bill, a...
Dave Leshtz (The Nation Magazine) / Pat Gallagher (North Coast Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO)
November 18, 2021 20:41 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThe Nation Magazine contributing writer David Leshtz was the first featured guest on the AWF Union Podcast today. He spoke about the John Deere strike in Iowa and how members of the community and other labor unions showed support to the striking workers. Also featured on the AWF Union Podcast was United Steelworkers (USW) District Director Pat Gallagher. He spoke about China dumping steel in the U.S., negotiations with Huntington Ingalls on a new contract and the passage of the infrastructu...
Mike Harris (Sheet Metal ITI) / Doreen Cannon (Plumbers Local 55)
November 17, 2021 20:34 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBSheet Metal ITI Program Administrator Mike Harris was today’s first AWF Union Podcast guest. In the midst of National Apprenticeship Week, he spoke about the benefits of a registered apprenticeship program. He also explained how apprentices can earn college credits while completing an apprenticeship program. Plumbers Local 55 President Doreen Cannon also joined the AWF Union Podcast during National Apprenticeship Week to speak about apprenticeship opportunities, recruiting more women int...
Melissa Cropper (Ohio Federation of Teachers) / Tim Coleman (Sprinklerfitters Local 669)
November 16, 2021 21:23 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBOhio Federation of Teachers President Melissa Cropper was the first guest on today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. She spoke about teachers getting “May tired” in November, causing them to feel burnt out. She also discussed how well-funded campaigns dominated recent school board elections nationwide. Also featured on today’s episode was Sprinkler Fitters Local 669 Training and Outreach Specialist Tim Coleman. To highlight National Apprenticeship Week, Coleman spoke abou...
Mike Hazard (UA VIP) / Andrew Cortes (Rhode Island Building Futures Program)
November 15, 2021 21:27 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBUnited Association Veterans in Piping Program Administrator and Training Specialist Mike Hazard kicked off National Apprenticeship Week as the first guest on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about what the UA VIP Program is and how it helps military members transitioning back into civilian life learn pipe trades skills. Rhode Island Building Futures program Executive Director Andrew Cortes was the second guest on today’s episode. He spoke about the Rhode Island Building Fu...
Arnold Scott (AFGE District 6) / Josh Nassar (United Auto Workers)
November 12, 2021 20:40 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAFGE District 6 National Vice President Arnold Scott was the first guest on today’s America’s Work Force Union Podcast. He spoke about President Biden rescinding Trump-era executive orders that curbed collective bargaining rights for federal employees and keeping the government operational. Also featured today on the AWF Union Podcast was United Auto Workers Legislative Director Josh Nassar. He spoke about electric vehicle tax credits in the budget reconciliation bill, making sure electric ...
Will Attig (Union Veterans Council, AFL-CIO) / Gregory T. Revard (Insulators Union)
November 11, 2021 21:41 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBOn today’s Veterans Day edition of the AWF Union Podcast, Union Veterans Council Executive Director Will Attig spoke about when he returned from Iraq and found a career in the building trades. He also spoke about the unfortunate circumstances in which some veterans were being deported after seeking citizenship through U.S. Military service. International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers General President Gregry T. Revard was also featured on today’s episode. He ex...
Arlene Martinez (Good Jobs First) / Keith Thurner (IUOE Local 95)
November 10, 2021 21:19 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBGood Jobs First Communications Director Arlene Martinez was the first guest on today’s episode of AWF Union Podcast. She discussed grants being given to companies who invest in electric vehicle manufacturing done in So-Called “Right to Work” states and more. International Union of Operating Engineers Local 95 Business Manager/Financial Secretary Keith Thurner was also featured on today’s episode. Thurner explained why safety training is key to what operating engineers do on a daily basis. H...
Frank Mathews (CWA, District 4) / Brian Sealy (United Steelworkers, District 1)
November 09, 2021 21:44 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBCommunications Workers of America District 4 Administrative Director Frank Mathews joined today’s episode of AWF Union Podcast. He discussed how broadband infrastructure improvements could result in a resurgence in rural parts of the country. He also discussed a group of call center workers organizing for better healthcare benefits. United Steelworkers Sub-District 3 Director Brian Sealy was also featured on today’s episode. He spoke about a group of 500 workers on strike at the ArcelorMitt...
Justin Williams (IUOE Local 132) / Kelly Dickey (NPMHU Local 322)
November 08, 2021 21:30 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBInternational Union of Operating Engineers Local 132 attorney Justin Williams joined the AWF Union Podcast today. He discussed the transition to clean energy and why it should benefit working people, especially union members. Williams also discussed the federal infrastructure bill and how it can benefit West Virginia. National Postal Mail Handlers Union Local 322 President Kelly Dickey also joined today's episode. She explained why the mail may be even slower this holiday season compared to...
Fred Redmond (AFL-CIO) / Dorsey Hager (Columbus Building and Construction Trades Council)
November 05, 2021 19:55 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond joined the AWF Union Podcast to discuss Virginia election results and what it means for Democrats moving forward. He also brought attention to various groups of USW workers, who are fighting for fair contracts. Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council Executive Secretary-Treasurer Dorsey Hager also joined today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He reviewed election results from central Ohio. He later discussed the importance o...
Dayna DePerro (Kelley & Ferraro) / Senator Sherrod Brown (U.S. Senator)
November 04, 2021 19:57 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBU.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown was featured on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about the likelihood that the infrastructure and budget reconciliation bills will be passed by the end of November. He also discussed a meeting with U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh. Kelley & Ferraro Associate Partner Dayna DePerro joined the AWF Union Podcast to discuss living wills, estate planning and what happens to a person’s bank account and belongings after they pass away.
Wayne Creasap (Ironworkers) / Dave Megenhardt (United Labor Agency)
November 03, 2021 20:22 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIron Workers Safety and Health Department District Representative Wayne Creasap joined the AWF Union Podcast to discuss worker safety. He discussed his appointment to the Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health, what the committee seeks to accomplish and apprenticeships. United Labor Agency Executive Director Dave Megenhardt was also featured on today’s show. He spoke about a celebration of rank and file workers who help move their union or organization forward. He also talked...
Jon Schleuss (NewsGuild) / Tim Burga (Ohio AFL-CIO)
November 02, 2021 19:25 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBNewsGuild President Jon Schleuss joined AWF Union Podcast today to explain why news industry workers are organizing. There have been several successful campaigns recently, resulting in 1,850 workers at 40 workplaces organizing. Schleuss also spoke about hedge funds purchasing newspapers and diminishing local news coverage. Ohio AFL-CIO President Tim Burga spoke about elections in Ohio and the large number of union members running for office. He later spoke about the potentially unconstituti...
Lyn Montgomery (Transport Workers Union Local 556) / Tom Germuska, Jr. (The Labor Citizen)
November 01, 2021 20:58 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBTransport Workers Union Local 556 President Lyn Montgomery returned to the AWF Union Podcast. She spoke about challenges flight attendants have faced during the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact on employee morale. Tom Germuska, Jr., editor of The Labor Citizen, was also featured on today’s show. He spoke about an upcoming special section in The Labor Citizen that celebrates National Apprenticeship Week and the valuable information readers can use to take advantage of apprenticeship opportun...
Susan DeCarava (The NewsGuild of New York) / Robert Troeller (IUOE Local 891)
October 29, 2021 20:24 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThe President of the NewsGuild of New York, Susan DeCarava, joined today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. She spoke about how her Union turned COVID-19 into an opportunity to organize workers with greater solidarity and adjust to the challenges of the pandemic. International Union of Operating Engineers Local 891 President and Business Manager Robert Troeller was also featured on today’s episode. He discussed the challenges his members who are custodial engineers in New York City Schools...
Bill Samuel (AFL-CIO) / Sue McConnell (Cleveland Better Business Bureau)
October 28, 2021 20:26 - 54 minutes - 100 MBAFL-CIO Government Affairs Director Bill Samuel joined today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about why he thinks progress will eventually be made on the infrastructure and budget reconciliation bills. President of the Cleveland Better Business Bureau Sue McConnell was also featured on today’s episode. She discussed a variety of fraudulent scams listeners should avoid this holiday season.
Gina Walsh (HFIAW LMCT) / John Murphy (International Brotherhood of Teamsters)
October 27, 2021 20:08 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMechanical Insulators LMCT Deputy Director Gina Walsh joined today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. She spoke about job creation legislation in Illinois and how it will help union workers and the environment. International Brotherhood of Teamsters Vice President At-Large John Murphy was also featured on today’s episode. He explained the Butch-Lewis Act, how it will affect union pensioners and the rollout and timing of the legislation.
Joyce Goldstein (Joyce Goldstein & Associates) / Tom Buffenbarger (Independent Labor Voice)
October 26, 2021 20:27 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBLabor and Employee Benefits Lawyer and Founder of Joyce Goldstein & Associates Joyce Goldstein returned to AWF Union Podcast. She spoke about the possibility for NCAA athletes to organize and the possible revival of the Joy Silk doctrine, which would make organizing simpler. AWF Union Podcast Independent Labor Voice Tom Buffenbarger was also featured on today’s show. He spoke about how supply chain issues are affecting the U.S. economy. He also discussed issues with the Boeing 737 Max airpl...
Tara Shiman (Worthington Public Libraries) / Greg Regan (Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO)
October 25, 2021 20:34 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBWorthington Public Libraries Organizer Tara Shiman joined today’s edition of AWF Union Podcast to discuss their vote to organize with the Ohio Federation of Teachers by an 80 to 10 vote. She explained what it meant to have such an overwhelming victory and what they will be demanding as a workforce. Transportation Trades Department President Greg Regan was also featured on today’s episode. He spoke about issues in supply chain management and how it is impacting the U.S., worker misclassifica...
John Russo (Working Class Perspectives) / Maria Somma (United Steelworkers)
October 22, 2021 20:44 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThe Kalmanovitz Initiative for Labor and Working Poor at Georgetown University Visiting Scholar John Russo was today’s first guest on the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about workers striking across the U.S., worker burnout and issues with misclassified employees. United Steelworkers Organizing Director Maria Somma was also featured on today’s podcast. She spoke about a recent organizing victory at the University of Pittsburgh and what it means for a union to have an “industrial model” for org...
Chuck Collins (The Nation) / Dave Wondolowski (Cleveland Building & Construction Trades Council)
October 21, 2021 19:51 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThe Nation Contributing Writer Chuck Collins joined the AWF Union Podcast today to discuss his article, “The Pandora Papers Reveal How the Super-Rich Shaft the Rest of Us.” He reported how the ultra rich reap the benefits of public investment, but do not pay their fair share in taxes. It also discussed shell corporations, hidden wealth systems and other techniques used to hide money. Cleveland Building and Construction Trades Council Executive Secretary Dave Wondolowski was also featured on...
Laurie Glicker / Joe Graceffo (AFGE Local 3283) / David Madland (Center for American Progress)
October 20, 2021 20:32 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAmerican Federation of Government Employees Local 3283 Executive Vice President Laurie Glicker and Legislative Political Coordinator Joe Graceffo were the first guests on today’s edition of the AWF Union Podcast. They spoke about shortening the probationary period for federal employees, attempts to privatize VA hospitals and how unions are benefitting with President Biden in office. Also featured on today’s episode was Center for American Progress Senior Fellow David Madland. He spoke about...
Melissa Cropper (Ohio Federation of Teachers, AFT) / Kris LaGrange (UCOMM Blog)
October 19, 2021 19:58 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBOhio Federation of Teachers President Melissa Cropper addressed the “Backpack Bill,” Ohio House Bill 290, which could gut public education and provide a universal voucher to all students in Ohio regardless of income or the performance of their local public schools. She also spoke about student loan forgiveness and the alarming rate of student loan debt. UCOMM Blog Editor-in-Chief Kris LaGrange was also featured on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He gave advice on what to do and wh...
Leonard Aguilar (Texas AFL-CIO) / Marcy Goldstein-Gelb (NCOSH)
October 18, 2021 20:42 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBTexas AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Leonard Aguilar rejoined the AWF Union Podcast to discuss vaccination rates in Texas and how Gov. Greg Abbott is pushing back against mandates. He also discussed labor shortage and how unions can take advantage of them. National Coalition for Occupational Safety and Health Co-executive Director Marcy Goldstein-Gelb was also featured on today’s episode. She spoke about holding employers accountable for committing OSHA violations and creating stricter punishm...
Ron Herrera (Teamsters) / Desiree Hoffman (UAW)
October 14, 2021 20:57 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBInternational Brotherhood of Teamsters International Vice President of the Western Region Ron Herrera joined the AWF Union Podcast to discuss a national truck driver shortage, the negative effects of worker misclassification and cargo backups at ports. United Auto Workers Legislative Representative Desiree Hoffman was also featured on the podcast today. She spoke about electric vehicle manufacturing, the electric vehicle tax credit and the Build Back Better Act facing some road blocks.
Doreen Cannon (UA Local 55) / Jenny Hunter (Labor lawyer, writer and consultant)
October 13, 2021 20:14 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPlumbers Local 55 President Doreen Cannon joined AWF Union Podcast today to discuss an upcoming apprenticeship fair in Cleveland, Ohio. She explained the great career opportunities that can be found in the trades, shared her personal path to the trades and how others can get started, and efforts to attract more women into the trades. Labor lawyer, writer and consultant Jenny Hunter was also featured on today’s episode. She spoke about how she became interested in labor law, Justice Alito’s ...
Frank Mathews (CWA D4) / Colin Sikon (Laborers Local 860)
October 12, 2021 20:53 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBCommunications Workers of America District 4 Administrative Director Frank Mathews was the first guest on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about bank employees organizing, broadband infrastructure and punishments for companies who retaliate against their employees who are looking to unionize. Laborers Local 860 (Cleveland) Field Representative Colin Sikon was also featured on today’s episode. He spoke about Cuyahoga County Juvenile Detention Center workers being underpaid ...
Dennis Desmond (LiUNA Local 11) / Russ Jaeger (SMART Local 263)
October 11, 2021 20:46 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBLiUNA Local 11 Business Manager Dennis Desmond was the first featured guest on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He explained how unions create and sustain the middle class, the need to invest in our country’s infrastructure and more. Also featured on today’s episode was SMART Local 263 Business Manager Russ Jaeger. He discussed the struggles of organizing in a So-Called “Right to Work” state, educating the public about the benefits of unions and apprenticeships and more.
Barry Davies (Ironworkers Local 512) / Fred Redmond (AFL-CIO)
October 08, 2021 20:35 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIronworkers Local 512 Business Manager and Financial Secretary/Treasurer Barry Davies was the first guest to appear on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He joined the podcast to discuss the great lengths the Ironworkers go to in regard to safety training and fall protection. He also discussed how an infrastructure bill will expand apprenticeship opportunities for his Local. AFL-CIO Secretary Treasurer Fred Redmond was also featured on today’s episode. He spoke about a lockout at a T...
Brain Kelly (Kelley & Ferraro) / U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown
October 07, 2021 20:48 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBKelley & Ferraro Associate Attorney Brian Kelly joined the AWF Union Podcast today to discuss an ongoing case involving the heartburn drug Zantac, which was linked to cause various forms of cancer. He reviewed the case and explained how the chemical NDMA was found in the heartburn medication and what to do if you took the medication and are now diagnosed with cancer. U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) was also featured on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about the bipartisan...
Jim Ascione (Delaware Building and Construction Trades Council) / Jeff Mehrhoff (IUPAT DC 7)
October 06, 2021 19:49 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDelaware Building and Construction Trades Council Treasurer James Ascione was the first guest on today’s edition of America’s Work Force Union Podcast. He spoke about difficulties unions face when organizing in Delaware. He also discussed the benefits of apprenticeship programs. IUPAT District Council 7 Business Manager/Secretary-Treasurer Jeff Mehrhoff was also featured on today’s episode. Mehrhoff touched on some of the labor climate in Wisconsin, the federal difficulties the PRO Act face...
Matt Smith (Ohio AFL-CIO) / Carl Mulert (USA Local 829)
October 05, 2021 20:33 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBOhio AFL-CIO Legislative Director Matt Smith joined the AWF Union Podcast today to discuss efforts to fight gerrymandering, Ohio’s new Congressional maps, voter suppression legislation and more. Also featured on today’s episode was United Scenic Artists Local 829 National Business Agent Carl Mulert. He spoke about the recently authorized IATSE strike, which was overwhelmingly approved. Mulert also explained the recent working conditions members have faced and more.