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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Melissa Cropper, President, Ohio Federation of Teachers | Hattie Adams, President, CSEA Unit 9200
May 16, 2023 20:14 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMelissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the recent passage of Senate Joint Resolution 2 in Ohio. She also addressed positive movement for the Fair School Funding Plan, changes made to the voucher program and organization efforts at the KIPP School in Columbus. Civil Service Employees Association Unit 9200 President Hattie Adams appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about a new five-year...
Judy Danella, President, USW Local 4-200 | Todd Vachon, Assistant Professor of Labor Studies and Employment Relations, Rutgers AAUP-AFT
May 15, 2023 19:58 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJudy Danella, President of the United Steelworkers Local 4-200, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss ongoing nursing staff shortage in New Jersey. Danella also discussed safe staffing practices, hoping to approve nurse-to-patient ratios and the gathering of nurses in Trenton on May 11 to support safe staffing. She also discussed travel nurses and the difference between a travel nurse and a nurse that is working in the area where they live. Executive Council member of the...
Bart Pantoja, Business Manager and Secretary-Treasurer, San Mateo Building and Construction Trades Council | Joyce Goldstein, Labor Lawyer
May 12, 2023 20:32 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBBart Pantoja, the Business Manager and Secretary-Treasurer for the San Mateo Building and Construction Trades Council joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the work being done in his area, recent PLA’s and plans for childcare assistance for members in the future. Pantoja also discussed the recruiting work to develop a younger workforce in the building trades. Labor Lawyer Joyce Goldstein, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss a recent National Labor Rel...
Adam Keller, Co-Host and Co-Producer, The Valley Labor Report | Mike Miller, Regional Director, UAW Region 6
May 11, 2023 19:40 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAdam Keller, the co-host and co-producer for The Valley Labor Report joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the outreach and educational opportunities he was able to provide to high school students on Workers’ Memorial Day and May Day. Keller also discussed Alabama House Bill 209 (HB 209) and the Writers Guild of America strike. Region 6 Director for the United Auto Workers, Mike Miller, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the recently signed neutralit...
Andrew Strom, Labor Lawyer, OnLabor Blog | Amy Wiser, Director of Communications, Boilermakers
May 10, 2023 19:46 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAndrew Strom a Labor Lawyer and Senior Contributor to the OnLabor Blog joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss recent issues with the attempt to organize Amazon delivery drivers in California. Strom discussed the nuances of the drivers’ employment situation of the drivers and what different National Labor Relations Board decisions would do to the delivery drivers. Director of Communications for the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Iron Shipbuilders, Blacksmiths, F...
Frank Mathews, Administrative Director, CWA District 4 | Alex Perkins, Staff Representative, United Steelworkers
May 09, 2023 19:07 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBFrank Mathews, the Administrative Director of the Communication Workers of America District 4, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the proposed house and senate resolutions in Ohio’s and how they might impact the future of Ohio politics. Mathews also discussed a call to action that will be happening on May 10 in Columbus to protest the two resolutions. Staff Representative for the United Steelworkers Alex Perkins, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss...
Mark Dimondstein, President, AWPU | Matt Biggs, President, IFPTE
May 08, 2023 18:55 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMark Dimondstein, President of the American Postal Workers Union, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss ongoing staffing issues on the retail and delivery side of postal work. Dimondstein also discussed some of the fundamental issues needing to be fixed to improve working conditions and he shared the potential plans for a new version of the United States Postal Savings System. President of the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers, Matt Biggs, j...
Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer, Columbus/Central Ohio Building & Construction Trades Council | Fred Redmond, Secretary-Treasurer, AFL-CIO
May 05, 2023 19:59 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer for the Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss more new projects coming to the Central Ohio region. Hager also discussed the two new Google data centers and provided an update on current projects. AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast for another installment of First Friday with Fred. Redmond discussed the concerns sur...
Melissa Moriarty, Storytelling and Communications Specialist, NCOSH | Dave Jamieson, Labor Writer, Huff Post
May 04, 2023 19:58 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMelissa Moriarty, the storytelling and communications specialist for the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss their 11th annual Dirty Dozen Report. The report lists the top 12 companies with an unsafe workplace and Moriarty shared some of the details that led to each company being ranked. Huff Post Labor Writer, Dave Jamieson, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the current wave of union organizi...
Erin Gilmore, Office Director for Construction Services, OSHA | Dave Megenhardt, Executive Director, United Labor Agency
May 03, 2023 20:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIn honor of National Stand-Down Fall Prevention Week, Erin Gilmore, Office Director for Construction Services with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to share the history and goals for the week. She also discussed how employees and employers can participate. Dave Megenhardt, Executive Director of the United Labor Agency, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss upcoming events to recruit and educate youn...
Tim Burga, President, Ohio AFL-CIO | Ellen Cassedy, Co-founder of the 9 to 5 Movement
May 02, 2023 18:44 - 53 minutes - 51.7 MBTim Burga, President of the Ohio AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the Ohio State legislature’s House Joint Resolution 1 and how it might change the future of Ohio politics if passed. Burga also talked about a recent bill introduced to extend the hours that children can work during the school week. Ellen Cassedy, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the history of the 9 to 5 Movement she co-founded, the movie it inspired and its impact ...
Al Womble, State Political Director, Iowa AFL-CIO | Jim Williams Jr, President, IUPAT
May 01, 2023 20:50 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAl Womble, State Political Director for the Iowa AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the recent proposed child labor legislation in the state congress. Womble went into detail on some of the main issues with the proposed legislation and what proponents are attempting to do to attack organized labor. President of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, Jim Williams Jr. joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss International Paint...
Rebecca Reindel, Safety and Health Director, AFL-CIO | Connie Mabin, Director New Media/Next Generation, USW
April 28, 2023 19:15 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBRebecca Reindel, the Safety and Health Director for the AFL-CIO joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss Workers Memorial Day. Reindel shared the importance of Workers Memorial Day, and it’s history. She also discussed the recently released Death on the Job report and some of the more interesting findings. United Steelworker’s Director of New Media and the Next Generation Project, Connie Mabin, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how the union uses so...
Bill Samuel, Director of Government Affairs, AFL-CIO | Terry O’Sullivan, General President, LIUNA
April 27, 2023 19:57 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAFL-CIO Director of Government Affairs Bill Samuel joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about the battle to raise the debt ceiling. He also discussed the likelihood that Julie Su would be approved as the U.S. Department of Labor Secretary and what could happen if the Senate does not approve the nomination. Terry O’Sullivan, General President of the Laborers’ International Union of North America, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed his upcom...
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director, Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust | Tim Driscoll, President, International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers
April 26, 2023 20:11 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBExecutive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust, Pete Ielmini, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act, which has gained the support of a Repubilcan co-sponsor. Ielmini also discussed a potential labor shortage, President Joe Biden running for re-election and Workers’ Memorial Day. Tim Driscoll, President of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers, appeared on the America...
Margaret Poydock, Policy Analyst and Government Affairs Specialist, Economic Policy Institute | Tom Buffenbarger, independent labor voice
April 25, 2023 20:04 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBEconomic Policy Institute Policy Analyst and Government Affairs Specialist Margaret Poydock joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about the EPI’s recent report on union avoidance consultation work and how it has affected attempts to organize non-union companies. Poydock also discussed the legalities of this “work” and why it is hard to outlaw. Tom Buffenbarger, an independent labor voice, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the recent announcemen...
Matt Barrall, Vice President, Nebraska Fraternal Order of Police | Greg Regan, President, Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO
April 24, 2023 20:18 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMatt Barrall, Vice President of the Nebraska Fraternal Order of Police, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the recent success of contract negotiations for correction officers. He also spoke about a plan he helped create to implement a multi-million dollar statewide training program to help improve the reaction and de-escalation abilities of officers. Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, President Greg Regan appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast...
Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications Division, American Legion | Rich Fiesta, Executive Director, Alliance of Retired Americans
April 21, 2023 20:11 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications Division of the American Legion, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about the spread of misinformation and disinformation as a growing threat in America. He then discussed how other countries combat these issues, including educating the younger generation on media literacy. Stoffer also talked about the American Battle Monuments Commission and their 100th anniversary celebration. Executive Director of the Alliance of...
Bob Butero | UMWA | Regional Director | Pat Gallagher | North Coast Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO | President
April 20, 2023 19:16 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBBob Butero, Regional Director of the United Mine Workers of America, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the 1914 Ludlow Massacre, including how it led to the passage of the Wagner Act, which created the National Labor Relations Board. North Coast Area Labor Federation, AFL-CIO, President Pat Gallagher appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke against Ohio HJR-1, which would change how citizens can amend the Ohio Constitution.
Darryll Bell | AFGE 31 | President | Brian Goepfert | Mine Safety and Health Administration | Administrator for Mine Safety and Health Enforcement
April 19, 2023 20:40 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDarryll Bell, President of the American Federation of Government Employees Local 31, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the need to improve Collective Bargaining Agreements in order to make them worker-friendly. He also spoke about the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, as there are fewer VA employees and lower AFGE membership compared to pre-pandemic years. Brian Goepfert, Administrator for Mine Safety and Health Enforcement for the Mine Safety and Heal...
Melissa Cropper | Ohio Federation of Teachers | President | Donnie Colston | IBEW | Director of Utility Department
April 18, 2023 19:01 - 54 minutes - 52.5 MBMelissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed legislation that the OFT opposes. She also gave updates on multiple organizing campaigns throughout the state. Donnie Colston, International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Utility Department Director, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and explained why the IBEW has petitioned Congress to move the date of Lineman Appreciation Day. He also detailed ...
Jessica Bunting | Center for Construction Research & Training | Research to Practice Program Director | Ana Gonzalez | Texas AFL-CIO | Deputy Director of Politics and Policy
April 17, 2023 19:57 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJessica Bunting, Director of Research to Practice at the Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed what can be done to prevent job site deaths through the research done by her organization. Texas AFL-CIO Deputy Director of Politics and Policy Ana Gonzalez appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about state legislation that negatively impacts construction workers.
Jane Billinger, Senior Advocate, AFSCME | Joyce Goldstein, Labor Attorney, Joyce Goldstein and Associates
April 14, 2023 21:04 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJane Billinger, Senior Advisor for American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the work of library workers. She discussed the fight for a first contract in Missouri and shared the issues created by a recent state budget proposal that would defund libraries, in the state. Joining the America’s Work Force Union Podcast is Labor Attorney and General Counsel for the International Union of Bricklayers and Allie...
Todd Vachon of Rutgers AAUP-AFT | Dr. James Benton, Director of Race and Economic Empowerment Project, Kalmanovitz Initiative | Merri Berry, Secretary-Treasurer, Missouri AFL-CIO
April 13, 2023 20:07 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBThe America’s Work Force Union Podcast welcomed Todd Vachon, Executive Council Member of the Rutgers American Association of University Professors, American Federation of Teachers, who discussed the current strike at Rutgers University. Vachon explained the events that led to the strike and the union members involved. He also shared the goals of the strike and spoke about the outpouring of public support. Dr. James Benton, Director of Race and Economic Empowerment Project at the Kalma...
Johnnie Kallas, Ph.D. candidate, The ILR School at Cornell University | Henry Garrido, Executive Director, AFSCME District Council 37
April 12, 2023 19:50 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJohnnie Kallas, Ph.D. candidate at the ILR School at Cornell University, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the 2022 Annual Labor Action Tracker. Kallas discussed the leading industry for number of strikes, the industry with the most workers involved in strikes and some surprising statistics from the 2022 report has. Executive Director of American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees District Council 37, Henry Garrido, joined the America’s Work Force Un...
Frank Mathews, Administrative Director, CWA District 4 | James Hart, President, Metal Trades Department, AFL-CIO
April 11, 2023 19:18 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBFrank Mathews, the Administrative Director for District 4 of the Communication Workers of America joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss some recent pro-labor election victories. Mathews discussed the processes used by the CWA in Michigan to educate voters, the takeaway from the progressive victory in Wisconsin and Mathews’ belief in new Chicago mayor Brandon Johnson. Joining the America’s Work Force Union Podcast is President of the Metal Trades Department, AFL-CIO, Ja...
Taylor Doggett and Courtney Laudick, VP of Communication and VP of Organizing, Congressional Workers Union | Rosemary Gibson, Author, China Rx
April 10, 2023 19:23 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJoining the America’s Work Force Union Podcast from the Congressional Workers Union are Taylor Doggett, VP of Communication, and Courtney Laudick, VP of Organizing. The two discussed the work being done by the CWU. Doggett and Laudick talked about the origins of the CWU, the type of issues in the workplace that led to organizing efforts and the next steps for the growth of the CWU. Author Rosemary Gibson joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the growing supply chain sh...
Adam Keller, Co-Host, The Valley Labor Report | Dale Cope, Business Manager, IBEW Local 676
April 06, 2023 21:14 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBAdam Keller, Co-host of The Valley Labor Report and member of IATSE Local 900 joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss an ongoing struggle between the Atlanta Opera and IATSE Local 798 members. Keller also discussed new efforts to grow and improve The Valley Labor Report, including their new weekly show, Shop Talk and the historical events discussed on the show, like the Walker County, AL educator strike of 1979. Business Manager of IBEW Local 676, Dale Cope, joined the A...
John Driscoll Jr, Business Manager, IUEC Local 17 | Matt Rothschild, Executive Director, Wisconsin Democracy Campaign | Jennifer Berkshire, Adjunct Faculty Member, Economic Policy Institute
April 05, 2023 20:40 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJohn Driscoll Jr., Business Manager of the International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 17 joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss new state legislation that requires a license to repair and install elevators, escalators and lifts in Ohio. Driscoll also shared a story that serves as a warning to not having licensed repairmen on the job. He outlined what is known about the bill so far and some of the concerns that contractors are voicing. Matt Rothschild, Executive ...
Tim Burga, President, Ohio AFL-CIO | Jeff Holly, Business Manager and Financial Secretary-Treasurer, SMART Local 359
April 04, 2023 20:39 - 51 minutes - 50 MBPresident of the Ohio AFL-CIO, Tim Burga, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss Ohio’s upcoming legislative battles. Burga discussed the lack of progress on redistricting. He also talked about the fight over the approval threshold on state constitutional amendments and Senate Bill 83, and what it means for Ohio public university workers. Jeff Holly, Business Manager and Financial Secretary-Treasurer of SMART Local 359 joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to d...
Ron Bieber, President, Michigan AFL-CIO | Darrin Camilleri, District 4 State Senator, Michigan State Senate
April 03, 2023 20:52 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPresident of the Michigan AFL-CIO, Ron Bieber, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss repealing Michigan’s So-Called “Right-to-Work” legislation. Bieber discussed the history of the So-Called “Right-to-Work” in Michigan dating back to 2013 when the then Republican-controlled state government passed the legislation. He shared the moment he believes the battle turned in their favor and the ongoing fight lawmakers face to continue supporting workers. Michigan’s State Sena...
Joelle Hall, President, Alaska AFL-CIO | Daniel Hicks, Business Representative, Carpenters Local 225
March 31, 2023 19:23 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBOn the final day of Women’s History Month, Joelle Hall, President of the Alaska AFL-CIO joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. She discussed not only becoming the first female president of the AFL-CIO in Alaska, but also the first president not to come from rank-and-file members. Hall discussed the recent approval of the Willow Project by the Biden Administration, and the impact the project will have on not just Alaska but the entire United States moving forward. Daniel Hicks, t...
Evelyn Pacheco, President, Nevada Women in Trades | Clark Herman, President, CSPH International
March 30, 2023 19:06 - 54 minutes - 52.7 MBPresident and Founder of the Nevada Women in Trades, Evelyn Pacheco, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss making history in Nevada, helping more women get into organized labor. She also talks about a pre-apprenticeship program that prepares women to enter union apprenticeship programs. Clark Herman, the president of CSPH International, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the growing trend of mining companies signing Project Labor Agreements With t...
Pat Hook, Business Manager and Financial Secretary, IBEW Local 683 | Ryan Cave, Project field Organizer/Executive, UFPA
March 29, 2023 19:23 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBBusiness Manager and Financial Secretary of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 683, Pat Hook, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the exceptional growth of projects and the need for new union members in Central Ohio. Hook also discussed the growth of Local 683 over the last two decades, including a major increase in their apprenticeship class sizes and the technological improvements they’ve made in the training classes to match the new energy sources u...
Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-Montclair) | Tom Buffenbarger, Independent Labor Voice
March 28, 2023 20:03 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBU.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-Montclair) joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the labor-related legislation she introduced into the 118th Congress, her history with labor unions and the new Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party. She also shared her hopes that the U.S. manufacturing industry will see a resurgence in production and restore its competitive balance with the rest of the world. Tom Buffenbarger, an indep...
Jenn Stowe, Executive Director, National Domestic Workers Alliance | Greg Regan, President, Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO
March 27, 2023 20:23 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBJenn Stowe, Executive Director of the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the domestic workers industry and the unique situations those workers face. Stowe provided a brief history of the industry and explained the NDWA’s plan to improve working conditions through a Collective Bargaining Agreement and governmental intervention. Greg Regan, President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, appeared on the Americ...
Mia Dell, Deputy Director of Advocacy, AFL-CIO |Thomas M. Conway, International President, United Steelworkers
March 24, 2023 19:22 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMia Dell, Deputy Director of Advocacy for the AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the role of women in the labor movement. She also explained why economic security for women in both the workforce and at home needs to be a priority. Thomas M. Conway, International President of the United Steelworkers, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about China’s trade relationship with the U.S. and how this relationship has hurt the U.S. econ...
Bill Samuel, Government Affairs Director, AFL-CIO | Andy Levin, Distinguished Senior Fellow, Center for American Progress
March 23, 2023 19:53 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBBill Samuel, Government Affairs Director for the AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the upcoming repeal of Michigan’s So-Called “Right to Work” laws, which he hopes will happen soon. He also spoke about the nomination of Julie Su to become the next U.S. Department of Labor Secretary and also gave his thoughts on the leadership of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.). Distinguished Senior Fellow at The Center for American Progress Andy Levin appeared o...
Pete Ielmini, Executive Director, Mechanical Insulators LMCT| Adam Keller, co-host/co-producer, The Valley Labor Report
March 22, 2023 20:43 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBPete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators LMCT, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the Firestop Market Recovery Program, which seeks to recapture or gain firestopping work lost by union contractors. He also explained how the LMCT is looking to create a program to help members of the Insulators Union start their own contracting business. Adam Keller, co-host/co-producer of The Valley Labor Report, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Pod...
Melissa Cropper, President, Ohio Federation of Teachers | Jon Schleuss, President, News Guild CWA
March 21, 2023 20:52 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBMelissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed two bills introduced to the Ohio State House and how they could possibly harm Ohioans. She also gave an update on two organizing campaigns. Jon Schleuss, President of the News Guild CWA, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about a recent assault that took place in the midst of a six-month strike at the Pittsbrugh Post-Gazette. He also explai...
Vincent Alvarez, President, New York City Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO|Scott Slawson, President, United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers Local 506
March 20, 2023 20:32 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBVincent Alvarez, President of the New York City Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the push to organize non-union workers in New York City by stressing the financial benefits of joining a union. He also spoke about the need to protect immigrant workers, who account for 80 percent of on-the-job deaths. Scott Slawson, President of the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers Local 506, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union P...
Darin Dalmat, Senior Partner and Labor Attorney with Barnard, Iglitzin, and Lavitt LLP | Pat Gallagher, President, NCALF, AFL-CIO
March 16, 2023 20:58 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDarin M. Dalmat, labor attorney and senior partner with the law firm Barnard, Iglitzin and Lavitt LLP, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed a case being heard by the U.S. Supreme Court. The firm represents Teamsters Local 174 in the Glacier NW Inc. vs. Teamsters Local 174 case. Dalmat discussed the damages Glacier is seeking, the events that led to the damages and what it was like to argue in front of the U.S. Supreme Court. Pat Gallagher, President of the North Co...
Arnold Scott, District 6 Vice President, AFGE | Nic Kula, President Local 14, AMFA
March 15, 2023 19:52 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBArnold Scott, American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) District 6 Vice President, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and explained the National Labor Relations Board’s ruling on complaints filed against the Department of Veterans Affairs actions during contract negotiations. He also spoke about President Joe Biden’s proposed 2023 budget and his hope for the reintroduced Richard J. Trumka PRO Act. President of the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association (AMFA) Local ...
Tim Burga, President, OH AFL-CIO | Frank Mathews, Administrative Director, CWA District 4
March 14, 2023 20:52 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBTim Burga, President of the Ohio AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed two new pieces of legislation designed to make railways safer - Transportation Safety Bill and the Railway Safety Act. He also addressed the implications of a recently proposed Ohio tax cut and a proposal increase to the threshold to amend the state’s constitution. Communications Workers of America District 4 Administrative Director Frank Mathews joined the America’s Work Force Union Po...
David Price, Organizer, Insulators Local 18
March 13, 2023 19:32 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDavid Price, Organizer of the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 18, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the status of work in the area, including what he called a historic future work outlook. He also detailed recruitment efforts and the growth of the AFL-CIO in Central Indiana. Price, who also serves as President of the Central Indiana AFL-CIO, spoke about the rapid growth of the organization in Central Indiana and what i...
Kate Shindle, President, Actors’ Equity Association | Joyce Goldstein, Labor Lawyer, Joyce Goldstein & Associates
March 10, 2023 22:13 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBKate Shindle, President of the Actors’ Equity Association joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discussed a recently ratified Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Broadway theaters. She spoke about the need for increased live arts funding arts in California and the provided an update on some new groups of workers who in different stages of organizing. Labor lawyer Joyce Goldstein of Joyce Goldstein & Associates appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and detaile...
Desiree Hoffman, Assistant Legislative Director, UAW | Cindy Payne, Project Manager, Washington Women in Trades
March 09, 2023 22:04 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDesiree Hoffman, Assistant Legislative Director for the International Union, United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed her journey into the labor movement and her current position with the UAW. Washington Women in Trades Project Manager Cindy Payne appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and gave an overview of the Washington Women in Trades organization. She discussed the histo...
Rosemary Feurer, Labor History Professor, Northern Illinois University | Melissa Moriarty, Storytelling and Communications Strategist, NCOSH
March 08, 2023 20:02 - 54 minutes - 51.1 MBRosemary Feurer, Labor History Professor at Northern Illinois University, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and shared the story of the life of Mother Jones and efforts to her legacy. Despite being a beloved and iconic figure in Chicago’s labor movement, there is no memorial to honor her memory. Now, an organized effort led by Feurer and other historians has paved the way for a Mother Jones statue to be built in Chicago at the site of the Water Tower that survived the Great Chica...
Stephanie Bloomingdale, President, Wisconsin State AFL-CIO | Dave Baker, Business Manager, Ironworkers Local 44
March 07, 2023 21:08 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBStephanie Bloomingdale, President of the Wisconsin State AFL-CIO, joined America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed being the first female president of the state federation and the fight for workers’ rights. She discussed her journey, raised in a union household, and how it led her to work with the American Federation of Teachers. She also discussed the workers’ rights battles waged with then Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker and the work to undo his anti-labor policies. Ironworkers Loc...
Randi Weingarten, President, American Federation of Teachers | Doreen Cannon, Chair, Cleveland Building Trades Tradeswomen Committee, former President of Plumbers Local 55
March 06, 2023 21:51 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBRandi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers, who was once deemed “the most dangerous person in the world” by former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, joined America’s Work Force Union Podcast and explained how community and solidarity helped her overcome challenges throughout her career. Weingarten discussed how she learned these lessons as a child and as a litigation attorney in Manhattan. When she moved into the educational sector, she found these same values helped he...