America’s Work Force Union Podcast
1,068 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 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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Jon Schleuss, President, NewsGuild-CWA | Erik Skoog, President, Teamsters Local 320
December 18, 2023 20:48 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThe NewsGuild-CWA President, Jon Schleuss, returned to the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to provide an update on the strike at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Schleuss also discussed the busiest year for collective actions in the union’s history and how bargaining units like the Washington Post have utilized one and two-day strikes to their advantage in negotiations. President of Teamsters Local 320, Erik Skoog, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the unanimously r...
Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communication, American Legion | Rich Fiesta, Executive Director, Alliance for Retired Americans
December 15, 2023 20:38 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications for the American Legion, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the work done by accredited Service Officers and potential scams veterans could encounter. Stoffer also previewed an article in the January edition of the Legion Magazine. Alliance for Retired Americans Executive Director, Rich Fiesta, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the proposed fiscal commission to reduce national debt, why the Soci...
Maximillian Alvarez, Editor-in-Chief/Host, The Real News Network/Working People Podcast | Matt Biggs, President, IFPTE
December 14, 2023 20:51 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBEditor-in-Chief of The Real News Network and host of the Working People Podcast, Maximillian Alvarez, returned to the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his labor journey since his previous appearance. Alvarez also discussed the upcoming fundraiser his podcast will host for East Palestine, Ohio, residents impacted by the Norfolk Southern train derailment in early 2023. Matt Biggs, International President of the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, joi...
President, Texas AFT, Zeph Capo | Greg Leroy, Founder, Good Jobs First
December 13, 2023 21:24 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBZeph Capo, President of the Texas American Federation of Teachers joined the America’s Workforce Union Podcast and discussed the Strive to Thrive Project, which found poor working conditions in the Texas public school systems. He also recapped the year that was for the Texas AFT in 2023 and looked ahead to 2024. Good Jobs First Executive Director Greg Leroy appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and talked about how government tax subsidies often lead to the creation of low-qual...
Frank Mathews, Administrative Director, CWA District 4 | Tony Cardwell, President, BMWED-IBT
December 12, 2023 19:11 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAdministrative Director for the Communication Workers of America District 4, Frank Mathews, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the neutrality agreement between Microsoft and the CWA. Mathews also discussed the work CWA has done with AI integrations in the workforce and the progress of the BEAD program. Tony Cardwell, president of the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the fight for paid sick leave in...
General President, LIUNA, Brent Booker | Jacob Morrison, Co-Host, The Valley Labor Report
December 11, 2023 21:26 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIt's been eight months leading LIUNA for General President Brent Booker, and he joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss what 2023 has been like for him and the Union. Booker also discussed how LIUNA is ensuring workers stay working and what’s in store ni 2024 for the Union. Jacob Morrison, Co-host of The Valley Labor Report, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the unprecedented growth his podcast has experienced in 2023. Morrison also discussed the i...
U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown | Andrew Strom, Labor Lawyer
December 08, 2023 21:10 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBU.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the proposed Amtrak expansion in Ohio. Brown also discussed his work to maintain steel industry jobs in the United States. Labor Lawyer Andrew Strom joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the decisions of the National Labor Relations Board in 2023 and how different interpretations of the National Labor Relations Act led to problems with the U.S. Supreme Court and the Board.
Scott Paul, President, AAM | Andrew Spar, President, FEA
December 07, 2023 21:58 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPresident for the Alliance of American Manufacturing, Scott Paul, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the potential repeal of the Permanent Normal Trade Relations with China and potential issues with corporations. Paul also talked about the 2023 Made In America Holiday Gift Guide. Andrew Spar, President of the Florida Education Association, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the impact of Senate Bill 256 in Florida. Spar also discussed FEA's wor...
Nina Turner, We Are Somebody, Founder | Estlin Hiller and Tavis Barton, Budtenders, Strawberry Fields United, Teamsters Local 413
December 06, 2023 20:10 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBFormer Ohio State Senator and founder of We Are Somebody, Nina Turner, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her new pro-labor organization fighting for workers' rights and protections. Estlin Hiller and Tavis Barton, Budtenders with Strawberry Fields United — and members of Teamsters Local 413 —- joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss becoming the first cannabis industry workers in Ohio to be unionized, issues with organizing and what anti-union threats...
President, Ohio AFL-CIO, Tim Burga | Dev Wakeley, Worker Policy Advisor, Alabama Arise
December 05, 2023 20:01 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPresident of the Ohio AFL-CIO, Tim Burga, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the success of union members on election day in Ohio. Burga also discussed the ongoing redistricting conversation in the state and a bill that could impact educators in higher education. Dev Wakeley, a worker policy advisor for Alabama Arise, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss their recently released 2023 State of Working Alabama report that looks at the auto industry in...
Secretary-Treasurer, AFL-CIO, Fred Redmond | Business Agent, Ironworkers Local 17, Scott Munnings
December 04, 2023 22:09 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, where he discussed his work with the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) and what the labor movement is doing to capitalize on union victories. Scott Munnings, Ironworkers Local 17 Business Agent, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and talked about the “Topping-Off” Ceremony set to take place later today at the Sherwin-Williams’ Headquarters in downtown Cleveland and its histor...
Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary Treasurer, C/COBCTC | Dave Jamieson, Labor Reporter, Huff Post
December 01, 2023 21:40 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBColumbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council Executive Secretary-Treasurer Dorsey Hager joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and talked about the building boom in Central Ohio, several projects and their timelines, and how this growth was set up through work he began nearly a decade ago. Dave Jamieson, HuffPost labor reporter, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the recent hearings held by the House Education and Workforce Committee and als...
Zach Horn, Artist and Labor Professor | Certified Industrial Hygienist and Certified Safety Professional, NCOSH, Peter Dooley
November 30, 2023 20:53 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBZach Horn, an artist and labor professor, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed his passion for creating and showcasing labor in his artwork. Horn recalled his first art show, which featured members of several Local Unions and his most recent show, which was held at the Teamsters Local 25 Union Hall. National Council for Operational Safety and Health Certified Industrial Hygienist and Safety Professional Peter Dooley visited with the America’s Work Force Union Podcast ...
Jeff Horwitz, CEO, SAFE Project | Maida Rosenstein, Organizer, UAW
November 29, 2023 20:28 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBChief Executive Officer for the SAFE Project, Jeff Horwitz, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and talked about his journey to the organization, what the organization does and barriers faced when educating workers and leaders on opioid addiction and mental health issues. An organizer for the United Auto Workers, Maida Rosenstein, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the Union’s new contract with the Brooklyn Museum. Rosenstein also discussed the UAW’s campa...
Executive Director, North Star Policy Action, Jake Schwitzer | independent labor voice, Tom Buffenbarger
November 28, 2023 21:58 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBExecutive Director of North Star Policy Action, Jake Schwitzer, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the organization's efforts to help the working class people of Minnesota. Schwitzer also discussed a joint report with LIUNA Minnesota and North Dakota that highlights contractors being awarded publicly-funded projects with a history of exploiting workers in Minnesota. An independent labor voice, Tom Buffenbarger, joined the America’s Workforce Union Podcast to talk ab...
National Organizing Director, One Fair Wage, Estefania Galvez | President, TTD, Greg Regan
November 27, 2023 20:44 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBNational Organizing Director for One Fair Wage, Estefania Galvez, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about her path to her current position, what the organization does and it’s plan to enact change. President of the Transportation Trades Department, Greg Regan, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the ongoing battle for rail safety improvements, safety legislation and a high-speed rail system working with unions in California.
Rep. Ro Khanna (CA-17th District) | Staff Representative of District 1, USW, Mark Murray
November 24, 2023 19:28 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBU.S. Representative Ro Khanna of the 17th District in California, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about his efforts to bring modern industrial factories back to America. Khanna also discussed Economic Patriotism and how the CHIPS and Science Act can serve as a pathway for the re-industrialization efforts. Staff Representative of District 1 for the United Steelworkers, Mark Murray, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about Thomas Strip Steel, where Mur...
Bill Samuel, Government Affairs Director, AFL-CIO | Mike Muzik, IBEW Local 38, President
November 23, 2023 17:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBBill Samuel, AFL-CIO Government Affairs Director, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast on Thanksgiving Day and discussed the ongoing funding issues in Congress and what he plans to do to prevent bad policy. President of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 38, Mike Muzik, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and talked about volunteer work performed by the Local’s members to light up Public Square in downtown Cleveland for the holiday season. Muzik als...
Legislative Political Coordinator, Joey Graceffo, Vice President, Bryan Johnson, AFGE Local 3283 | Business Manager for Ironworkers Local 550
November 22, 2023 20:23 - 54 minutes - 50 MBLegislative Political Coordinator for AFGE Local 3283, Joey Graceffo, and Vice President of the Local, Bryan Johnson, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how the Local handled recent shutdown questions. They also discussed the increasing concerns about the future of AI in the workforce. Business Manager for Ironworkers Local 550, William (Bill) Sherer II, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about his recent election victory to be the next Mayor of Cant...
President, Ohio Federation of Teachers, Melissa Cropper | Special Assistant to the President, NABTU, Melissa Wells
November 21, 2023 20:04 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPresident of the Ohio Federation of Teachers, Melissa Cropper, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about Columbus’ designation as a workforce hub. Cropper also discussed the OFT’s ongoing battles with the Freedom Foundation and her concern for groups seeking to undermine the educational system in America. Special Assistant to the President of North America's Building Trades Unions, Melissa Wells, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her work with the tr...
Director of the American Legion Media & Communications Division, Jeff Stoffer | Founding director of the Center for Study of Working Class Life at Stony Brook U, Michael Zweig
November 20, 2023 20:27 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDirector of the American Legion Media & Communications Division, Jeff Stoffer, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the cover story for the upcoming edition of the American Legion Magazine. Stoffer also discussed an interview with the Director of the Department of Veterans Affairs, Denis Richard McDonough. Emeritus professor of economics and the founding director of the Center for Study of Working Class Life at the State University of New York at Stony Brook, Michael ...
Director of Education and Training, UA ITF, Ray Boyd | Executive Director, Rich Fiesta, Alliance for Retired Americans
November 17, 2023 21:17 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDirector of Education and Training with the United Association International Training Fund, Ray Boyd, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to close National Apprenticeship Week and talk about his journey in the Union, the importance the organizing team plays in growing membership, and the success he’s experienced in 2023 as part of his work with apprentices. Executive Director of the Alliance for Retired Americans, Rich Fiesta, joined the show to discuss his concerns with Congress,...
UA VIP Program Manager, Mike Hazard | President of the North Shore AFL-CIO, Pat Gallagher
November 16, 2023 22:28 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBProgram Manager for the United Association’s Veterans in Piping program, Mike Hazard, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about his journey to the VIP program. Hazard discussed the early days and struggles to get the program running and what the program offers to active-duty participants. President of the North Shore AFL-CIO, Pat Gallagher, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the confrontation in the U.S. Senate this week, a meeting between Ohio’s ...
Executive Director John LeConche, and Assistant Director Bernadette Olivera-Rivera, LIUNA Training and Education Fund | Garrett Giglio, Training Coordinator, Insulators Local 53 JATC
November 15, 2023 20:10 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBExecutive Director John LeConche, and Assistant Director Bernadette Olivera-Rivera, for the LIUNA Training and Education Fund, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast as a part of our coverage of National Apprenticeship Week to discuss LIUNA Advantage. Newly appointed Training Coordinator for the Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 53 Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee, Garrett Giglio, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the operation of the ap...
Executive Director John LeConche, and Assistant Director Bernadette Olivera-Rivera, LIUNA Training and Education Fund | Garrett Giglio, Training Coordinator, Insulators Local 53 JATC
November 15, 2023 20:10 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBExecutive Director John LeConche, and Assistant Director Bernadette Olivera-Rivera, for the LIUNA Training and Education Fund, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast as a part of our coverage of National Apprenticeship Week to discuss LIUNA Advantage. Newly appointed Training Coordinator for the Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 53 Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee, Garrett Giglio, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the operation of the ap...
Frank Mathews, Administrative Director, CWA District 4 | Dan Poteet, Business Manager, Insulator Local 50
November 14, 2023 19:54 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAdministrative Director for District 4 of the Communication Workers of America, Frank Mathews, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the largest federal call center strike in America. Mathews also discussed the pro-labor success during state elections in his district and his growing concern with Congress. As a part of National Apprenticeship Week, the Business Manager for the Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 50, Dan Poteet, joined the America’s Work F...
Sam Tafolla, Assistant National Administrator, Insulators IIIATF | Len DiCosimo, Executive Secretary of the North Shore AFL-CIO and President of the AFM Local 4
November 13, 2023 21:18 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIn honor of the beginning of National Apprenticeship Week, newly appointed Assistant National Administrator for the Insulators Union Insulation Industry International Apprentice and Training Fund, Sam Tafolla, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. Tafolla talked about his journey with the Insulators and how he got involved with training. He also discussed new changes that will help modernize the union’s training programs across U.S. and Canada. The Executive Secretary of the North ...
Will Attig, Veteran and Executive Director, Union Veterans Council | Sean Ellis, Veteran and Instructor with UA VIP
November 10, 2023 20:03 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIn honor of Veterans Day, veteran and executive secretary of the Union Veterans Council, Will Attig, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the Union Veterans Council, his experience with Helmets to Hardhats and opportunities available to veterans in the labor movement. To cap off the Veterans Day episode for America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Sean Ellis joined the show to discuss his experience as a member and instructor for the United Association's Veterans in Piping...
Jacob Lindahl, Lead Organizer, SEIU Healthcare Pennsylvania | Michael Shields, Economist, Policy Matters Ohio
November 09, 2023 22:03 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBLead organizer for the Service Employees International Union Healthcare Pennsylvania, Jacob Lindahl, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the growing privatization efforts in Pennsylvania nursing homes. Lindahl also talked about contract negotiations in Westmoreland County and his experience on the Kaiser Permanente strike. Economist with Policy Matters Ohio, Michael Shields, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his recent report on earning wage incre...
Scott Paul, President, Alliance for American Manufacturing | Andrew Strom, Labor Lawyer
November 08, 2023 20:36 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPresident of the Alliance for American Manufacturing, Scott Paul, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the pro-manufacturing economy in America, misconceptions from the October Bureau of Labor Statistics jobs report and potential threats to the manufacturing industry. Labor lawyer, Andrew Strom, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the recent NLRB decision in support of a lower court ruling on joint employers. Strom also talked about the complaints...
Tim Burga, President, Ohio AFL-CIO | Adam Keller, Co-host/co-producer of The Valley Labor Report and Political Coordinator for IATSE Local 900
November 07, 2023 20:14 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThe president of the Ohio AFL-CIO, Tim Burga, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss Election Day in Ohio, the cost of the special election in August and issues and expectations for the election. Co-host and co-producer of The Valley Labor Report and Political Coordinator for the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 900, Adam Keller, joined the America’s Work Force Union to provide a monthly update on labor in the South. Keller discussed a marathon fu...
Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer, C/CO BCTC | Fred Redmond, Secretary-Treasurer. AFL-CIO
November 03, 2023 18:56 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBExecutive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, Dorsey Hager, joined the America’s Work Force Podcast to discuss the important support and growth unions have received from the beginning of Central Ohio’s tech construction boom. Hager also discussed the Project Labor Agreements and Community Bargaining Agreements that ensure the majority of the work is done by well-trained, local union members, and what the current labor resurgence means to...
Ed Hill Jr., Business Development Rep, IBEW 3rd District | U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown
November 02, 2023 19:48 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBBusiness development representative for the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 3rd District, Ed Hill Jr., joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the transition to green energy in the 3rd District, the importance of organizing to be able to staff the new jobs and the solar and offshore developments planned in New York and New Jersey. U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to provide updates from the United States Senate. Bro...
Dave Meganhardt, Executive Director, ULA | Christine Mulhern and Lisa Abraham, Economists, RAND Corporation
November 01, 2023 19:31 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBExecutive Director of the United Labor Agency, Dave Megenhardt, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the history of the organization and the next step in it’s evolution to help labor in the Cleveland area. Economists from RAND Corporation, Christine Mulhern and Lisa Abraham, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the recent report released examining how to strengthen the manufacturing workforce in Ohio.
Maryam Jameel, Reporter, ProPublica | Angel Cantu, Airline Representative, Teamsters
October 31, 2023 20:23 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBA reporter for ProPublica, Maryam Jameel, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about a recent article that she co-authored on workplace conditions at dairy farms in Wisconsin, including injuries and workplace deaths not being reported to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Airline Representative for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Angel Cantu, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the new contract earned by the material speciali...
Hon. Mimi Tsankov, President, National Association of Immigration Judges | Tim Drea, President, Illinois AFL-CIO
October 30, 2023 19:10 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPresident of the National Association of Immigration Judges, Judge Mimi Tsankov, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the union certification for the NAIJ, the growing backlog of immigration cases and issues they face with consistent funding. President of the Illinois AFL-CIO, Tim Drea, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about some of the pro-labor legislation passed during this legislative session. Drea specifically discussed legislation about paid le...
Jeff Padellaro, Director of Teamsters Brewery, Bakery and Soft Drink Conference | Dave McCall, International President, United Steelworkers
October 27, 2023 20:38 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJeff Padellaro, Director of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Brewery, Bakery and Soft Drink Conference, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast on National American Beer Day and talked about contract negotiations with Anheuser-Busch. Newly appointed President of the United Steelworkers, Dave McCall, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the legacy of the late USW President Tom Conway. McCall shared stories of how they worked and grew up together and th...
Bill Samuel, Director of Government Affairs, AFL-CIO | Tony Cardwell, President, BMWED-IBT
October 26, 2023 17:15 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDirector of government affairs with the AFL-CIO, Bill Samuel, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the new UAW and Ford tentative agreement. Samuel also discussed the appointment of a new Speaker of the House and some of his initial concerns. President of the Brotherhood of Maintenance Way Employees of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (BMWED), Tony Cardwell, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about a new sick leave agreement with BNSF. Cardwe...
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director, LMCT | Gina Walsh, Deputy Director LMCT and Board Member of Tradeswomen Builds Nations
October 25, 2023 19:30 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBExecutive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), Pete Ielmini, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the progress of the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act. Ielmini also discussed a companion mechanical insulation installation savings bill and how schools in the Chicagoland area could use the savings from installing mechanical insulation to improve student safety. Deputy Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooper...
Mike Podhorzer, Policitcal strategist and former senior advisor to President Richard Trumka, AFL-CIO | Tom Buffenbarger, independent labor voice
October 24, 2023 19:13 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBFormer Political Director and senior advisor to Richard Trumka with the AFL-CIO, Mike Podhorzer, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his start in the labor movement and political environment. Podhorzer also discussed Trumka's efforts during Obama’s 2008 presidential campaign and how workers can fight the misinformation being shared with them daily. Independent Labor Voice, Tom Buffenbarger, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about his concerns with Co...
Wayne Creasap, Ironworkers, Safety and Health Organizer | Greg Regan, President, TTD
October 23, 2023 20:30 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBSafety and Health Organizer with Iron Workers International Union, Wayne Creasap, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the Ironworkers' focus on safety in the workplace. Creasap outlined the Countdown to Zero initiative, the deadly dozen, and how to assist with safety before the work begins at a site. President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, Greg Regan, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the progress of the Rail Safety Act 2023...
Jeff Stoffer, Director, American Legion Media & Communications | Rich Fiesta, Executive Director, Alliance for Retired Americans
October 20, 2023 19:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDirector for American Legion Media Communications, Jeff Stoffer, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the articles in the upcoming issue of the American Legion Magazine. Executive Director of the Alliance for Retired Americans, Rich Fiesta, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the recent COLA adjustment for those receiving Social Security benefits and a way to improve COLA adjustment calculations in the future for retirees.
Leila Grothe, Associate Curator of Contemporary Art, Baltimore Museum of Arts Union | Davida Russell, Executive Secretary, North Coast Area Labor Federation
October 19, 2023 20:56 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAssociate Curator of Contemporary Art at the Baltimore Museum of Arts, Leila Grothe, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the formation of the Baltimore Museum of Arts Union, a new member of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Cultural Workers United. Executive Secretary of the North Coast Area Labor Federation, Davida Russell, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her position on Ohio’s newly created school bus safety comm...
Darryll Bell, President, AFGE Local 31 | Charles Straley, Building Futures, Ironworkers Local 172
October 18, 2023 18:48 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPresident of the American Federation of Government Employees Local 31, Daryll Bell, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the extended deadline for appropriation approvals to be made. Bell also talked about the issues preventing appropriation bills from being approved and the fight for funding VA hospitals. A perfect example of what a successful worker from a registered pre-apprenticeship program can be, Charles Straley, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to...
Melissa Cropper, President, OFT | Baldemar Velasquez, President and Founder, Farm Labor Organizing Committee
October 17, 2023 19:54 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPresident of the Ohio Federation of Teachers, Melissa Cropper, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about updates in the decision-making process for the state’s educational system and the increased discussions around banned book lists during Banned Book Week. In honor of National Farmers Day, the America’s Work Force Union Podcast checked in with the President and Founder of the Farm Labor Organizing Committee, Baldemar Velasquez. Velasquez talked about his life growing up ...
Brent Taylor, Secretary-Treasurer Teamsters Local 745 and Teamsters IVP of the Southern Region | Andrew Strom, Labor Lawyer
October 17, 2023 18:02 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBSecretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 745 and Teamsters International Vice President of the Southern Region, Brent Taylor, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed his time with the union. Taylor also talked about the new contract at Solvay and the aftermath of the Yellow Freight bankruptcy. The America’s Work Force Union Podcast welcomed back Labor Lawyer and OnLabor contributor Andrew Strom, who talked about the changes National Labor Relations Board General Counsel Je...
Zeph Capo, Texas AFT, President | Dan Loudermilk, IAM District Lodge 4, Business Representative
October 16, 2023 20:39 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPresident of the Texas American Federation of Teachers, Zeph Capo, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the ongoing battle over school vouchers. Capo talked about the state senate's proposed voucher program and what the state has already experienced with a voucher program. Business Representative for the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District Lodge 4, Dan Loudermilk, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the strike at...
James Glimco, Teamsters Local 777, President | David Green, Director, UAW Region 2B
October 12, 2023 19:50 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPresident of Teamsters Local 777, James Glimco, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the organizing and contract wins they’ve had in the cannabis industry. Glimco also talked about the issues with organizing a newer industry and briefly discussed the history of organizing in his family dating back to his grandfather's time as a newspaper boy in Chicago. Director of United Autoworkers District 2B, David Green, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the o...
Travis Parsons, LHSFNA, Director of Occupational Safety & Health | Bruce Davis, AFSCME Local 2406, President
October 11, 2023 19:35 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDirector of Occupational Safety and Health with the Laborers Health and Safety Fund of North America, Travis Parsons, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss National Protect Your Hearing Month. Parsons talked about the warning signs for hearing damage and ways to protect against it. President of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 2406, Bruce Davis, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the unique job fair held in Oklah...
Frank Mathews, Administrative Director, CWA District 4 | Adam Keller, co-host of TVLR and member of IATSE Local 900
October 10, 2023 18:56 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThe Administrative Director of the Communication Workers of America District 4, Frank Mathews, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the Richard L. Trumka PRO Act, the BEAD program and the one-year anniversary of the strike at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. In honor of International Stage Management Day, co-host of the Valley Labor Report and member of the International Association of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 900, Adam Keller, joined the America’s Work Force Unio...