America’s Work Force Union Podcast

President 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 ...

Former 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 u...

President 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 ...

AFL-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...

Columbus/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...

Zach 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...

Chief 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 th...

Executive 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 Buffenbar...

National 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 ...

U.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 For...

Bill 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 Sq...

Legislative 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 ab...

President 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 Americ...

Director 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 L...

Director 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 Fi...

Program 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 confronta...

Executive 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...

Administrative 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 Alli...

In 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 a...