This is the premiere episode of Essential Work: Exploring the Past, Present, and Future of Jobs, brought to you by the Battle of Homestead Foundation.
The episode features:
- Discussion between host Nathan Ruggles and John Haer, current President of the Battle of Homestead Foundation, about the organization, it’s mission, and why it’s starting a podcast.
- As part of her regular segment Pathways to a New Economy, looking at labor, environment and health, Patty DeMarco interviews one of the leaders of the new ReImagine Appalachia initiative: Amanda Woodrum, of Policy Matters Ohio. They discuss the origins of this project to forge a new blueprint for the future of the region and beyond, with exciting proposals for developments around the economy, jobs, and the environment.
- Nathan Ruggles talks with Battle of Homestead communications manager and labor music aficionado Larry McCullough, introducing the regular final segment in which they take the show out on a song. They discuss this weeks selection, “Four Loom Weaver,” along with some of the latest news and events from the organization.
Podcast website:
Comment line: (412) 326-9435
Email: bhfpodcast.nathan@gmail.com
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Logo by Brittany Sheets
Original Music by Jason Kendall
In 2021, The Battle of Homestead Foundation discovered new ways to advance their mission of heritage, education and social action.
Membership and contributions are “essential” to their continued success in 2022.
Show your support today at battleofhomestead.org.
Music: "Americana" by Mr. Smith.
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