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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.
Episodes
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Greg Revard (Insulators Union) / Kelsie Anderson (OPEIU Local 12)
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Friday Dec 31, 2021
Greg Revard, General President of the Insulators Union was one of the featured guests on today's edition of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about the HFIAW relief fund, and more.
OPEIU Local 12 Vice President Kelsie Anderson also joined the podcast today. She discussed who OPEIU Local 12 is, what they do, organizing local non-profits, and HealthPartners negotiating their contract without needing to strike.
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
James Ascione (IUOE Local 542) / Tom Bennett (Teamsters Local 200)
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
Thursday Dec 30, 2021
IUOE Local 542 Secretary-Treasurer James Ascione was the first featured guest on today’s edition of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about Local 542’s apprenticeship program and a potential new project in Delaware that could create hundreds of jobs.
Also featured on the podcast today was Teamsters Local 200 Secretary-Treasurer Tom Bennett. He discussed the Teamsters' outreach programs, and how new International leadership could bring fresh ideas to help increase membership.
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
John Nichols (The Nation) / Jim Bertolone (Rochester APWU)
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
The Nation Contributing Writer John Nichols was the first guest on today’s edition of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about the passing of former Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole. Nichols also discussed the importance of passing fundamental legislation such as the PRO Act, the Build Back Better act and voting rights laws.
Also featured on the podcast today was American Postal Workers Union Local 215 former President Jim Bertolone. He joined the podcast to discuss the attempts to privatize the USPS, educating New Yorkers on political matters and fighting for worker and civil rights.
Tuesday Dec 28, 2021
Erin Kellam (IATSE Local 140) / Tom Buffenbarger (Independent Labor Voice)
Tuesday Dec 28, 2021
Tuesday Dec 28, 2021
IATSE Local 140 Business Agent Erin Kellam was the first featured guest on today’s edition of the AWF Union Podcast. She discussed the impact COVID-19 is making on the overall theatre industry and locally in Chattanooga, Tenn. Kellam also spoke about a new contract with their biggest local employer, where they received a 24 percent raise, plus Sunday overtime and holiday pay.
The AWF Union Podcast Independent Labor Voice Tom Buffenbarger was also featured on the podcast today. He spoke about Boeing opening up more manufacturing plants and whether or not they will be unionized. Buffenbarger also discussed the outlook regarding organizing in 2022.
Monday Dec 27, 2021
Monday Dec 27, 2021
Kentucky AFL-CIO President Bill Londrigan was the first featured guest on today's edition of the AWF Union Podcast.
Transportation Trades Department President Greg Regan was also featured on today's show.
Friday Dec 24, 2021
Tom Conway (United Steelworkers) / Joe McCartin (Working Class Perspectives)
Friday Dec 24, 2021
Friday Dec 24, 2021
International President of the United Steelworkers Tom Conway was the first featured guest on the podcast today.
Working Class Perspectives Contributing Writer Joe McCartin joined the AWF Union Podcast today to discuss his new article "Building Back Better"
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
Bill Samuel (AFL-CIO) / Tim Lasker (OPEIU Local 453)
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
AFL-CIO Government Affairs Director Bill Samuel joined the AWF Union Podcast today to discuss Sen. Joe Manchin and the Build Back Better budget reconciliation bill. He later discussed reforms at the National Labor Relations Board.
The second guest on today’s episode was OPEIU Local 453 Business Manager Tim Lasker. He spoke about attempts to privatize jobs in the Massachussettes public sector and the unique position of unions that represent present Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority employees.
Wednesday Dec 22, 2021
Pete Ielmini (Mechanical Insulators LMCT)
Wednesday Dec 22, 2021
Wednesday Dec 22, 2021
Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust Executive Director Pete Ielmini joined the AWF Union Podcast to talk about federal funding for the removal of lead pipes, lead paint and other harmful materials, and how it will create work for Mechanical Insulators. Later in the episode, he discussed how installing mechanical insulation is a great way to minimize the carbon footprint of buildings and mechanical systems throughout the country.
Tuesday Dec 21, 2021
Tuesday Dec 21, 2021
Ohio Federation of Teachers President Melissa Cropper was the first guest on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. She discussed difficulties faced by teachers attempting to unionize at Menlo Park in northeast Ohio. She also discussed legislation introduced by Rep. Tim Ryan (D-OH) to help students with Social Emotional Learning.
Good Jobs First Executive Director Greg LeRoy was also featured on today’s show. He spoke about CARES Act spending and how those expenditures were poorly documented by most states. LeRoy also discussed the fact taxpayers are funding Amazon warehouse expansions.
Monday Dec 20, 2021
Monday Dec 20, 2021
The first guest on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast was IATSE Local 160 Business Agent John Galinac. He spoke about how the stage industry has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. He also discussed how Local 160 has taken to the COVID-19 vaccine.
Roofers and Waterproofers Local 96 Business Agent Nick Brenner was also featured on today’s episode. He discussed how unions in the area, particularly in Wisconsin, have been affected by So-Called “Right to Work” laws. He also said their membership is greatly benefiting from their new training center.