Best Ibew Podcasts (2026)

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Zach Story, IBEW Local 210 | Best of 2025: Sylvester Taylor, IBEW Local 1 45:54

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Zach Story, Business Manager of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 210 in southern New Jersey, appeared on the Christmas Day edition of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to share his insights on the union’s current landscape, its organizing efforts and ongoing local initiatives that strengthen ties within the community. …

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Audits, Oversight, and Transparency with Diana DiZoglio 57:16

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State Auditor Diana DiZoglio joins On The Job Podcast to talk about the work of the Auditor’s Office and the ongoing fight to audit the Legislature. We discuss why audits matter, how they protect taxpayers, and why transparency and accountability are essential to public trust.By IBEW 103

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Betony Jones, EnergyEmployment US | Tim Burga, Ohio AFL-CIO 52:40

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Today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Betony Jones, former labor advisor at the U.S. Department of Energy and the creator of EnergyEmployment.us, a research hub for jobs and union rates in the energy sector. Her discussion focused on the growth of union jobs in the clean energy sector, the evolving political landscape a…

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How Can Workers Build Power in the South This Year? TVLR 1/3/26 1:29:04

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Welcome to 2026! We'll be opening the show with some of what to expect in Alabama politics this year, along with some important stories about the TVA and construction projects across the country. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks a…

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Dan Osborn, Steamfitters & Plumbers Local 464 | Frank Manzo, Illinois EPI 49:18

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Dan Osborn, an independent candidate for the U.S. Senate in Nebraska and member of Steamfitters and Plumbers Local 464, shared his inspiring journey from union leadership to national politics. Osborn, a Navy veteran, is a member of Local 464 in Omaha, Neb. During the conversation, he ref…

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Dorsey Hager, C/COBCTC | Best of 2025: Fred Redmond, AFL-CIO 43:36

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Today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, who discussed the region’s political landscape, what’s ahead in 2026 for organized labor in Central Ohio and the increasing union activity among younger generations. On…

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Workplace Culture & Support Systems - Part 1 38:09

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Check out the PowHERful Women Mentorship Program and find a mentor in the trades: https://cewd.mentorcollective.org/register/cewd-corporate/mentee Want to be a mentor for someone entering the trades? Sign up here: https://cewd.mentorcollective.org/register/cewd-corporate/mentor In this episode, brought to you by the Center for Energy Workforce Deve…

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Ariel Wittenburg, PEN Guild | Best of 2025: Claude Cummings Jr., CWA 1:00:47

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Happy New Year! Today, the America’s Work Force Union Podcast welcomed Ariel Wittenberg, journalist and unit chair of the Politico-E&E News (PEN) Guild, a union representing journalists at Politico and E&E News. Wittenberg discussed the challenges and victories union journalists face as artificial intelligence tools become increasingly prevalent in…

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OVERTIME: The Making of a Union Organizer w/ Jaz Brisack - TVLR 12/27/25 1:00:14

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We've got a couple of pretaped interviews, one with independent labor reporter Kalena Thomhave about home care worker rights, and another with renowned union organizer Jaz Brisack. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they c…

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Machinists Local H1 | Best of 2025: Pat Devaney, Illinois State AFL-CIO 51:15

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On this episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Anson Poe and Chris Tucker, two figures behind the successful unionization of lab workers at Tempus AI, a healthcare artificial intelligence biotech company in Chicago, discussed the organizing campaign that led to the creation of Machinists Local H1, the first healthcare unit of its kind i…

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Brad Asay, Utah AFL-CIO | Best of 2025: Lindsay Dougherty, Teamsters 51:50

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Brad Asay, Vice President of the Utah AFL-CIO, joined the show to highlight a significant legislative victory for public sector workers in the state. Asay discussed the successful effort to repeal the controversial H.B. 267, which would have eliminated collective bargaining rights for te…

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Union Members COMPLETELY VINDICATED as DOGE Collapses, a Failure - TVLR 12/27/25 1:48:57

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We've got a compilation of our DOGE coverage from the last year. We think it's aged well, what say you? ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and bringing relevant news to workers in Alabama and beyond. …

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Sherrod Brown | Best of 2025: Doreen Greenwald and April Goggans, NTEU 52:47

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In today’s episode of America’s Work Force Union Podcast, former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown joined the podcast to discuss his campaign for the U.S. Senate, attacks against unions and the complexities of U.S. trade policy. Continuing the America’s Work Force Union Podcast’s Best of 2025 series, we revisit the July 25 conversation with Doreen Greenwald,…

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Dave McCall, USW | Best of 2025: Joe Nantista and Paul Slocomb, BMWED 1:04:31

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Dave McCall, International President of the United Steelworkers, reflected on the union’s evolution, its leadership transition to Roxanne Brown in 2026 and the challenges and victories that defined his time with the Steelworkers. Continuing the Best of 2025, the America’s Work Force Unio…

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OVERTIME: The King of Union Talk Radio Comes on Our Show - TVLR 12/20/25 51:35

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We've got a wide ranging conversation with Ed "Flash" Ference, host of America's Workforce, the only daily union talk radio program in the country, about the state of the US and the labor movement. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks…

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Congresswoman Linda Sanchez | Best of 2025: Sean O’Brien, Teamsters 47:01

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, U.S. Rep. Linda Sanchez, representing California’s 38th Congressional District, joined the show to discuss her advocacy for workers and the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act. Sanchez, a labor lawyer and co-leader of key energy and infrastructure bills, discussed her work with the Mechani…

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Ep 9 - Beyond Compliance: How Brent Jeffries Is Redefining Safety in the Electrical Industry 1:18:44

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In this episode of PowerGridTalks, host Thomas Williamson sits down with Brent Jeffries of Bierer Meters / ECOS for a powerful conversation about why true electrical safety goes far beyond rules, checklists, and compliance. Brent shares how safety in the electrical industry must evolve from a policy-driven mindset into a people-first culture of tru…

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Tom Buffenbarger | Best of 2025: Lee Saunders, AFSCME 50:17

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On today’s episode of America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Tom Buffenbarger, retired President of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, reflected on the state of the American workforce, the escalating cost of living fueled by rising healthcare premiums, misleading unemployment data and the growing importance of unions in…

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Sam Seder EXPERTLY Predicted Trump's Second Term With Us in February - TVLR 12/20/25 1:59:41

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We've got a pretaped interview with producers of the Alabama Solution, discussing the making of the movie and the state of Alabama's prisons. We also have an interview with Sam Seder from earlier this year talking about Trump's second term in the early days that has aged rather well. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio sh…

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Greg Regan, TTD | Best of 2025: Everett Kelley, AFGE 49:54

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On this episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Greg Regan, President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, discussed the Department of Homeland Security’s decision to cancel the Transportation Security Administration workers' collective bargaining agreement, the possible impact of the Protect America's Workforce Act and rece…

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Jeff Stoffer, American Legion | Rich Fiesta, Alliance for Retired Americans 49:09

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Today’s edition of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Jeff Stoffer, Director of the American Legion Media and Communications Division, who discussed the January edition of the American Legion Magazine. He discussed some of the feature stories, like the importance of the United States ratifying the Law of the Sea Convention amid Chinese…

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Pat O’Gorman and Jesus Ramirez, IUOE Local 399 | Davida Russell, NCLF 53:22

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, two representatives from the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 399—Business Agent Pat O'Gorman and Organizer Jesus Ramirez—shared insights into the Local’s efforts to organize in Chicago’s labor landscape. Local 399 represents over 10,000 skilled maintenance employees work…

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Money, Money, Money - Part 2 25:48

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Check out the PowHERful Women Mentorship Program and find a mentor in the trades: https://cewd.mentorcollective.org/register/cewd-corporate/mentee Want to be a mentor for someone entering the trades? Sign up here: https://cewd.mentorcollective.org/register/cewd-corporate/mentor In this episode of PowHer Hour, host Concetta Defa, an electrician by t…

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OVERTIME: The US House Passes Protect America's Workforce Act, What Does That Mean For Federal Workers? TVLR 12/13/25 1:24:48

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In OVERTIME, we're joined by Chris Dols, Executive Director of the Federal Unionists Network to discuss the House's passage of the Protect America's Workforce Act, and what to expect from federal workers in 2026. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, …

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Jordan Barab | Frank Manzo, ILEPI 57:04

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, former Occupational Safety and Health Administration Deputy Assistant Secretary and health and safety advocate Jordan Barab discussed the critical state of worker safety in America. As the author of the Confined Space newsletter and an expert with decades of experience, Barab offered a d…

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Tony Johnston, CCCTU Local 1600 | Melissa Cropper, OFT 54:49

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, we featured Tony Johnston, President of the Cook County College Teachers Union Local 1600, which represents nearly 5,000 members across Chicago and its suburbs. As union negotiations loom, Johnston discussed the organization’s priorities, including the challenges members face due to Chic…

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Fighting for Stronger Labor Protections on a Tennessee Nuclear Project - TVLR 12/13/25 1:29:58

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In the first half of the program we talk to Randy Hadley - president of the RWDSU Midsouth Council about their recent string of victories in Alabama. We also are joined by Beau Hawk, Business Representative for the Knoxville Building and Construction Trades Council about fighting for a Project Labor Agreement and building solidarity between unions.…

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Carrie Lee Patterson, AEA | Jay Edwards, Former Ohio State Rep. 52:46

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Today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast spotlights Carrie Lee Patterson, a multifaceted arts professional and proud member of four unions. As an actor, director, writer and dialect coach, Patterson is affiliated with Actors' Equity Association, SAG-AFTRA, the American Guild of Musical Artists and the Society of Stage Directors and…

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Anna-Marta Visky, CWA District 1 | Andrew Strom, Labor Lawyer 55:05

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Anna-Marta Visky, NJ Political and Field Director for District 1 of the Communications Workers of America (CWA), joined the podcast to discuss the pressing issue of healthcare affordability for public employees in New Jersey. Andrew Strom, labor lawyer and adjunct professor at Brooklyn L…

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America's Favorite Lineman | Austin Carr | 194 31:26

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Austin Carr is a lineman from Florida and goes by the name America's Favorite Lineman on social media. I caught up with Austin for a quick tailgate sit down interview at the International Lineman's Rodeo. He shared his journey into the trade, advice for young apprentices and linemen, and how social media has changed his life in a positive way. We e…

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Ep 8 - Transforming Job Briefings: Building a Proactive Safety Culture with Chad Schimpf 19:38

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In this episode of PowerGridTalks, host Thomas Williamson sits down with Chad Schimpf of Ameren Illinois to break down the job briefing. Chad shares how Ameren is transforming job briefings from a reactive, paperwork-driven task into a proactive safety culture tool that empowers crews, builds better habits, and strengthens communication from appren…

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Charlotte Brody, BlueGreen Alliance | Will Lindsay, BMWED 53:32

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Charlotte Brody, Vice President of Occupational and Environmental Health at the BlueGreen Alliance, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the importance of workplace health regulations, challenges from the Trump Administration to these protections and the crucial role of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ge…

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Ira Jackson on Leadership, Community, and Boston’s Future 59:02

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Episode 13 of the On The Job Podcast features a powerful conversation with Ira Jackson — respected leader, educator, and longtime champion for Boston’s working families and communities.By IBEW 103

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Money, Money, Money - Part 1 36:04

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Check out the PowHERful Women Mentorship Program and find a mentor in the trades: https://cewd.mentorcollective.org/register/cewd-corporate/mentee Want to be a mentor for someone entering the trades? Sign up here: https://cewd.mentorcollective.org/register/cewd-corporate/mentor In this episode, brought to you by the Center for Energy Workforce Deve…

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OVERTIME: Is It Time to Abandon the Democrats? This Report Says Maybe - TVLR 12/6/25 1:34:39

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In OVERTIME, we've got Les Leopold and Jared Abbott on to talk about their recent report that shows the Democratic Party weighing down populists in swing states. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they can do the same, and…

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Adam Keller, The Valley Labor Report | Hannah Halbert, Policy Matters Ohio 47:47

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Adam Keller, co-host of The Valley Labor Report and a leader in Alabama’s labor movement, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed what he described as troubling labor practices connected to an automotive supply chain facility in Alabama. Hannah Halbert, Executive Director of Policy Matters Ohio, joined the America’s Work Force U…

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Frank Mathews, CWA District 4 | Dave Wondolowski, Cleveland BCTC 46:36

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Frank Mathews, Administrative Director for District 4 of the Communications Workers of America (CWA), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to provide his thoughts on skyrocketing health care costs, the dangerous implications of the “One Touch Make Ready” (OTMR) utility pole policy and the ongoing need to protect worker safety in the face o…

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Southern Communities are FIGHTING to Hold Hyundai-Kia Accountable - TVLR 12/6/25 1:30:22

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In the first half of the program, we've got Lance Ingwersen on to talk about how campus workers are building power in Alabama. We also talk to Will Tucker about how southern communities are fighting back against Hyundai-Kia. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness …

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Sylvia Allegretto, CEPR | Bob Funk, LaborLab 58:59

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On this episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Sylvia Allegretto, Senior Economist at the Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR), offered a comprehensive look into lagging teacher compensation, or as she called it, a “teacher pay penalty” in the United States. Allegretto, who has spent over two decades researching labor economic…

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Dorsey Hager, C/COBCTC | John Paul Smith, AFL-CIO 42:41

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Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, joined the America’s Workforce Union Podcast and highlighted a number of ongoing infrastructure projects in the region, the challenges and innovations brought on by harsh weather, ongoing workforce development efforts and the changing …

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Jared Ross and Lorie Thompson, South Sound BCTC | Steve South, Teamsters Local 25 1:00:03

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This episode of America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Jared Ross, Executive Secretary of the South Sound Building and Construction Trades Council — a regional council under the Washington State Building and Construction Trades Council — and Dr. Lorie Thompson, regional network director for the Capital STEM Alliance. The conversation focused o…

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A Closer Look at High Demand Skilled Trades Careers Within the Energy Industry – Part 4 22:26

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Check out the PowHERful Women Mentorship Program and find a mentor in the trades: https://cewd.mentorcollective.org/register/cewd-corporate/mentee Want to be a mentor for someone entering the trades? Sign up here: https://cewd.mentorcollective.org/register/cewd-corporate/mentor Curious about what it takes to build a long-term career in the energy s…

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Why a Pro BMX Racer Chose The Line Trade | Walker Finch's Story | 193 1:14:09

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Walker Finch grew up chasing podiums as a professional BMX racer – now he’s chasing a career that gives him purpose, brotherhood, and a future. In this episode, we explore Walker’s transition from the athlete lifestyle into the blue-collar trades, his years in construction and water utilities, his decision to attend line school, and how living the …

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OVERTIME: Teamsters for a Democratic Union Endorses Sean O'Brien, What Does That Mean? TVLR 11/29/25 1:21:42

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We take a look at the TDU endorsing O'Brien and talk through some of the tensions. Leave us your thoughts at 844-899-TVLR. We also explain "right to work" laws, and why they're bad. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educating folks about how they …

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Paul Nolley, Project First Rate | Jody Calemine, AFL-CIO 47:44

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Paul Nolley, Executive Director of Project First Rate, joined the show to shine a light on his organization’s approach to promoting union construction in Rockford, Ill. and surrounding counties. Project First Rate is a partnership between union contractors and tradespeople, focusing on q…

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Dave Saucedo, Teamsters | Tim Burga, Ohio AFL-CIO 49:47

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Dave Saucedo, Director of the Airline Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the ongoing struggles faced by United Airlines mechanics as they fight for better contract terms, the outsourcing of maintenance work to other countries and the challenges of securing fair contracts …

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Union Members React to Doug Jones Gubernatorial Campaign - TVLR 11/29/25 1:29:29

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We ask the big questions about Doug Jones' campaign. Can he win? Can he make a difference even if he doesn't? Also, we bring you an exciting story of building worker power in the public sector in Mississippi. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educ…

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Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Workers Union Local 226 | Merrilee Logue, NLO 50:16

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This episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Ted Pappageorge, Secretary-Treasurer of Culinary Workers Union Local 226. Representing 60,000 members in Las Vegas, Pappageorge joined the podcast to celebrate a landmark achievement: the union's first-ever representation across every major casino on the Las Vegas Strip. The conversati…

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Roxanne Brown, USW | Scott Paul, Alliance for American Manufacturing 52:32

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Today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Roxanne Brown, incoming President of the United Steelworkers (USW). As she prepares to become the union’s first female and first African American USW president on March 1, Brown shared her thoughts on the union's legacy of internal promotion, her personal journey within the organiza…

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Jeff Padallero, Teamsters | Greg LaRoy, Good Jobs First 1:01:26

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Happy Thanksgiving! On today’s Thanksgiving Day episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Jeff Padellaro, Director of the Teamsters Brewery, Bakery and Soft Drink Conference, discussed the extraordinary battle for a first contract at Breakthru Beverage facilities across Florida. Greg LaRoy, Executive Director of Good Jobs First, joined the…