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America’s Work Force Union Podcast

BMA Media Group

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

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46:03

Rachel Martinez, Chicago Climbing Union | Richard...

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/03/14

Rachel Martinez, organizer and bargaining committee member for the Chicago Climbing Union, Workers United Local 513, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss unionization efforts in climbing gyms, safety concerns, gender disparities and the importance of collective bargaining in the climbing industry. Richard Mack, a labor attorney with Miller Cohen, P.L.C., joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss a notable federal ruling, the role of the National Labor Relations Board

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48:37

Jane Flanagan, IL DOL | Zach Schiller, Policy Matters...

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2025/03/13

Jane Flanagan, Director of the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the state’s enhanced child labor laws, pay transparency requirements and a new mediation unit for wage disputes. Zach Schiller, the Ohio Research Director for Policy Matters Ohio, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the impact of two decades of tax cuts, the potential consequences of further tax reductions and the importance of supporting public education

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57:28

Adam Keller, The Valley Labor Report | Marisa...

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/03/12

Adam Keller, Worker Power Campaign Director for Alabama Arise and co-host of the Valley Labor Report, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his new position, the importance of legislative advocacy and efforts to diversify union membership in the South. Marisa Richards, Director of Outreach and Engagement for the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 30, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her efforts in diversifying union

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49:33

Tim Burga, Ohio AFL-CIO | Jon Schleus, The NewsGuild-CWA

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/03/11

Tim Burga, President of the Ohio AFL-CIO, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss federal workforce challenges, legislative threats to collective bargaining rights in Ohio, and ongoing efforts to protect workers' rights. Jon Schleuss, President of The NewsGuild, Communications Workers of America (TNG-CWA) joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss efforts to restrict the press under the Trump administration, significant contract victories for media workers and

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49:27

Doreen Cannon, Plumbers Local 55 | Bob Funk, LaborLab

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/03/10

Doreen Cannon, retired member of Plumbers Local 55, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the upcoming Cleveland Building and Construction Trades Council (CBCTC) Apprenticeship Career Fair, the recent Women in Construction Week dinner and the evolving landscape for women in the trades in the Cleveland area. Bob Funk, founder of LaborLab, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the challenges posed by the Trump administration's labor policies, the tactics used by

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52:27

Dorsey Hager, C/COBCTC | Fred Redmond, AFL-CIO

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2025/03/07

Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council (C/COBCTC), joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss workplace safety concerns, economic growth in central Ohio and political challenges facing workers.Fred Redmond, Secretary-Treasurer of the AFL-CIO, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss issues facing the global labor movement, new AFL-CIO initiatives to support workers and the surge in union organizing

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50:47

Eric Blanc, EWOC | Mandy Jo Ganieany, Painters DC 30

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/03/06

Eric Blanc, Assistant Professor of Labor Studies at Rutgers University and organizer with the Emergency Workplace Organizing Committee (EWOC), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his new book "We Are the Union: How Worker-to-Worker Organizing is Revitalizing Labor and Winning Big." Mandy Jo Ganieany, Director of Organizing for the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) District Council 30, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her role in

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48:43

Roushaunda Williams, UNITE HERE Local 1 | Dave...

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/03/05

Roushaunda Williams, labor steward for UNITE HERE Local 1 in Chicago and a vice president on the Illinois AFL-CIO Executive Board, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast as part of our Women’s History Month coverage to discuss her journey from social work to union leadership, her efforts to combat sexual harassment in the hospitality industry and the impact of organized labor on workers' rights. Dave Megenhardt, Executive Director of the United Labor Agency (ULA), joined America's Work Force

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57:54

Emily Twarog, LEP Illinois | Jason Walsh, BlueGreen...

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2025/03/04

Emily Twarog, Associate Professor of History and Labor Studies at the University of Illinois School of Labor and Employment Relations, Labor Education Program (LEP), joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss women's leadership in labor unions and her research on sexual harassment in the workplace. Jason Walsh, Executive Director of the BlueGreen Alliance, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss ongoing threats to the federal workforce, the future of the Inflation

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47:33

Jennifer Frank, Insulators Local 17 | Darlene Glass,...

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/03/03

Jennifer Frank, journeyman insulator and part-time instructor from the International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers Local 17 in the Chicagoland area, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her journey in the construction industry as a third-generation tradesman, the challenges she faced entering a male-dominated field and her role in training the next generation of Insulators. Darlene Glass, Director of Training and Programming at Cleveland Builds,

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47:35

Deborah Chunn, Roofers Union | Kevin Mapp, USW

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2025/02/28

Deborah Chunn, Market Development Representative for the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her journey in the roofing industry, overcoming challenges as a woman in a male-dominated field, her efforts to recruit diverse workers and her role in promoting union membership.Kevin Mapp, Vice President of Human Affairs at the United Steelworkers, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his upbringing in a union

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52:54

Dr. Jayne Morgan, Hello Heart | Dian Palmer, SEIU...

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2025/02/27

Dr. Jayne Morgan, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Hello Heart, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss cardiovascular health, digital health solutions and the importance of preventive care for union members. Dian Palmer, President of Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 73, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the challenges facing public-sector workers, the role of unions in advocating for their members and the impact of recent political

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50:53

Pete Ielmini, Mechanical Insulators LMCT | Reagan...

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/02/26

Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss key legislative efforts, the importance of bipartisan support and the ongoing need for education in the Mechanical Insulation industry. Reagan Chaney, Director of Community Impact at Melwood, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the organization's mission of employing people with disabilities, the role of direct support

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53:33

Corliss King, TWU Local 556 | Tom Buffenbarger

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/02/25

Corliss King, a member of Transport Workers Union of America Local 556 and Illinois State AFL-CIO board member, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her journey as an "accidental lobbyist," her efforts to change labor laws for flight attendants and her work in promoting diversity and inclusion in the aviation industry.Tom Buffenbarger, former International President of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, joined the America’s Work Force Union

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52:36

Fedrick Ingram, AFT | Greg Regan, TTD AFL-CIO

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2025/02/24

Fedrick Ingram, Secretary-Treasurer of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the AFT's role in civil rights, challenges in public education and the importance of organizing. Greg Regan, President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO (TTD), joined the America's Workforce Union Podcast to discuss the need for improved rail safety measures, the potential impact of deregulation under Project 2025 and the importance of

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49:29

Jeff Stoffer, American Legion | Rich Fiesta, Alliance...

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2025/02/21

Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications at the American Legion, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss their upcoming legislative conference, concerns over VA cuts and the organization's March magazine edition. Rich Fiesta, Executive Director of the Alliance for Retired Americans, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss what he believes is unauthorized access to Social Security data, proposed budget cuts on Medicaid and the potential impact of these

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45:05

Jody Calemine, AFL-CIO | Liz Shuler, AFL-CIO

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/02/20

Jody Calemine, the AFL-CIO's Director of Advocacy, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the labor federation's response to recent attacks on federal workers and agencies, the ongoing legal battles against executive orders and the potential impact on workers' rights and public services. America's Work Force Union Podcast featured a special announcement from Liz Shuler, President of the AFL-CIO, where she outlined the launch of the Department of People who Work for a Living (DWPL), the

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57:33

Everett Kelley, AFGE | Richard Mack, Miller Cohen,...

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/02/19

Everett Kelley, National President of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the recent attacks on federal workers, AFGE's membership growth and the importance of Black History Month. Richard Mack, a labor attorney with Miller Cohen, P.L.C., joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the recent upheaval in federal employment, the ongoing fight for union rights and the broader implications for labor rights and racial

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53:43

Melissa Cropper, OFT | Michael Podhorzer, Defend...

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2025/02/18

Melissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss pressing issues that could impact the state’s education system including Ohio Senate Bill 1, school funding and possible federal education cuts. Michael Podhorzer, Chair of the Defend Democracy Project, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the impact of billionaire influence on elections, the importance of unions in defending democracy and the need for increased public

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01:00:33

Claude Cummings Jr., CWA | Sean O’Brien, Teamsters

America’s Work Force Union Podcast ·

2025/02/17

To help us celebrate Presidents Day, Claude Cummings Jr., President of the Communications Workers of America (CWA), joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his journey, the challenges of maintaining diversity initiatives and the critical role of unions in advocating for workers amid political and corporate pressures. Continuing our Presidents Day coverage, Sean O'Brien, General President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, appeared on America's Work Force Union Podcast to

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