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America’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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6 hours ago
6 hours ago
Co-host of the Valley Labor Report, Adam Keller, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the battle for voting rights in Alabama. Keller also discussed the union busting activities in Bessemer, Ala. and weighed in on the artificial intelligence debates.
Christopher Martin, a journalism professor at the University of Northern Iowa, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about reports the retirement age may go up in the U.S. Martin also discussed why the American worker is killing themselves on the job and compared the reactions to increasing the retirement age in France and the United States.

2 days ago
2 days ago
Dan Glass, President and Principal Officer for Teamsters Local 332 joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his Local’s new contract with Alro Steel. Glass also talked about the new UPS contract negotiations and the Ascension Genesys RN CBA that will expire in May 2024.
President of the Ohio AFL-CIO Tim Burga, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the updates on Ohio State Issue 1 and the challenges created by having a special election in August.

3 days ago
3 days ago
Andrew Spar, President of the Florida Education Association joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the ongoing attacks on educators in Florida. Spar also talked about the increasing trend of banning books in schools, the growing pressure on school superintendents and how recent laws have forced public sector unions to reassess their position.
President and Business Manager of the Office and Professional Employees International Union Local 39, Kathryn Bartlett-Mulvihill, joined the America’s Work Force Radio Podcast to discuss the ongoing strike at Trustage. Bartlett-Mulvihill also highlighted the multiple stalling practices being used by the employer and what issues still remain unresolved in the bargaining process.

6 days ago
6 days ago
Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus-Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and spoke about the battle to change the percentage of votes required to pass a constitutional amendment in Ohio. He also gave an update on area projects, recruitment efforts, and the need for sustainable housing.
Fred Redmond, Secretary-Treasurer of the AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the push by the Federation to get Julie Su confirmed as the U.S. Department of Labor Secretary. He also addressed an organizing campaign at Blue Bird in Georgia.

7 days ago
7 days ago
Bob Fisher, Deputy Director of the Airline Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his recent appointment to his current post. He also discussed plans to grow the airline division and a unique approach to organizing one of the industry's largest operators.
Senior Vice President and Business Development Officer for the Bank of Labor, Joe Schoonover, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the 100-year history of the Bank of Labor. Schoonover also talked about efforts to help unions fund projects in local communities and how the Bank of Labor has stood strong through multiple financial disasters.

Wednesday May 31, 2023
Wednesday May 31, 2023
Independent investigative reporter, Dusty Christensen, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about his recent story on the marijuana industry, “Exploitation, Abuse, and Death: The Dark Side of Working in the Weed Industry.” Christensen further discussed the possible hazards workers face and their ongoing battle for union representation.
Political Director of the Iowa AFL-CIO Al Womble, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss Gov. Kim Reynolds signing Senate File 542 into law. Womble then talked about what changes the new law creates for child labor in Iowa and possible confilict with federal labor laws.

Tuesday May 30, 2023
Tuesday May 30, 2023
Tony Rosaci, General Organizer for the Ironworkers Union and Tim Dunlap, Recording Secretary and Chief Shop Steward for Ironworkers Local 807, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the recent contract negotiations with Cives Steel at the Augusta, Maine plant. Dunlap discussed some of the stalling tactics the company used and the solidarity shown from other labor organizations.
The Nation Author and Organizer for the UAW Jonathan Rosenblum, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the efforts to organize within Amazon Warehouses. Rosenblum also discussed why he believes the Amazon negotiations are important to the future of the labor movement and how the Amazon Union workers can improve their chances of organizing and negotiating first contracts.

Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
Adam Rocke, Senior Director for Events and Programs for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hiring Our Heroes (HOH), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast’s Memorial Day episode and discussed the different programs that provide meaningful work opportunities for military members and spouses as they transition back and into civilian life.
Executive Director of the Union Veterans Council Will Attig, joined the Memorial Day edition of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the organization. Attig also discussed the long term goals for the Council, as well as community outreach efforts the Council has participated in worldwide.

Friday May 26, 2023
Friday May 26, 2023
Andre Crook, Business Representative for IBEW Local 58, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the work demands created by the growing EV infrastructure. Crook also talked about developments with green technology like solar and the increasing workforce development efforts in the Detroit area.
District 10 Staff Representative for the United Steelworkers, Guillermo Perez joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the successful organizing campaign of the Carnegie Museums. Perez also discussed the growing trend among cultural workers in the non-profit sector to embrace unions and the need for improved labor laws.

Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
Bill Samuel, the Director of Government Affairs for the AFL-CIO joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast where he discussed the upcoming deadline to raise the national debt ceiling. Samuel also talked about some of the successes from President Biden’s first term in office and an update on Julie Su’s potential confirmation vote for Department of Labor Secretary.
An author for the Coalition for a Prosperous America, Michele Nash-Hoff, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed her blog, “It’s the Supply Chain, Stupid.” Nash-Hoff shared her opinion about recent supply chain issues and some of the causes behind the problem.