Best AFGE Podcasts (2024)

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David Cann, AFGE | Davida Russell, North Coast Area Labor Federation 54:39

37m ago54:39

54:39

David Cann, Director of Membership and Organizing for the American Federation of Government Employees, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the Drive to 325 organizing campaign and the impact of the late Jane McAlevey on the campaign. Davida Russell, Secretary-Treasurer of the North Coast Area Labor Federation, joined the Americ…

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South Africa Charge Into Their First World Cup Final | AFG vs SA 15:32

26d ago15:32

15:32

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Kirk Samuelson, BuilderFax | Tom Buffenbarger, Retired Machinist International President 54:58

39m ago54:58

54:58

Kirk Samuelson, founder of BuilderFax, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how his 45-year career in the construction industry led him to seek a solution to recruiting and developing a new generation of tradespeople using technology. The America’s Work Force Union Podcast’s independent labor voice and retired International Pres…

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New UAW Investigations May Be Retaliation for Position on Israel/Palestine - TVLR 7/20/24 1:29:36

2h ago1:29:36

1:29:36

We talk to Ryan Grim about his recent reporting for drop Site about the new investigations into the UAW. In OVERTIME, we talk to Railroad Workers United about their new white paper on public rail ownership. ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only union talk radio show in Alabama, elevating struggles for justice and fairness on the job, educat…

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The Pharmacy Guild | Greg Regan, TTD 54:53

5m ago54:53

54:53

Lannie Duong, co-founder of The Pharmacy Guild, and Chris DesRochers, a pharmacy technician, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the decade-long effort to improve the workplace for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians that led to the creation of The Pharmacy Guild. Greg Regan, President of the Transportation Trades Department, …

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Preview: Australia's Thirst for Gold 1:15:07

42m ago1:15:07

1:15:07

INTRODUCING MORNING AFTER PARIS, with Pez and Higgos. 17 straight days of prestige Olympic narration covering the biggest stories from Paris, featuring athletes, journalists, comedians and punters, with a focus on the true tonic of our national soul: Australia’s insatiable thirst for gold. Bumper preview show drops Monday. We want your VISCERAL fee…

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Jeff Stoffer, American Legion | Rich Fiesta, Alliance for Retired Americans 54:40

21m ago54:40

54:40

Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications for the American Legion, joined the Amercia’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the August edition of the American Legion Magazine. Rich Fiesta, Executive Director of the Alliance for Retired Americans, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how the Alliance has worked with stat…

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TGC Presents: Morning After Paris, with Pez and Higgos 7:44

3d ago7:44

7:44

INTRODUCING MORNING AFTER PARIS, with Pez and Higgos. 17 straight days of prestige Olympic narration covering the biggest stories from Paris, featuring athletes, journalists, comedians and punters, with a focus on the true tonic of our national soul: Australia’s insatiable thirst for gold. Bumper preview show drops Monday. We want your VISCERAL fee…

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OVERTIME: Unions REACT to Biden's Flailing Campaign - TVLR 7/13/24 1:31:41

18m ago1:31:41

1:31:41

Jacob's out, Adam takes the reins. ✦ 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. Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your suppo…

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Larysa Kautz, Melwood | Will Attig, Union Veterans Council 54:40

37m ago54:40

54:40

Larysa Kautz, President and CEO of Melwood, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the work her organization performs to provide people with disabilities access to good jobs with livable wages and benefits. She also discussed how partnerships with several unions and federal agencies have led people with disabilities on a path to a…

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Melissa Cropper, OFT AFT | Michael Shields, Policy Matters Ohio 54:52

21m ago54:52

54:52

Melissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers (OFT) and a Vice President of the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the upcoming AFT National Convention and why several Locals from Ohio are going to be well-represented. She also discussed some of the common-sense guidelines…

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Interview with Congressional Candidate Elizabeth Anderson - TVLR 7/13/24 1:30:18

1h ago1:30:18

1:30:18

Jacob's out, Adam takes the reins. ✦ 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. Our single largest source of revenue *is our listeners* so your suppo…

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Wayne Creasap II, Iron Workers | Bob Funk, LaborLab 54:40

6m ago54:40

54:40

Wayne Creasap II, the International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers (IW)’s Director of Safety and Health, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about improving safety for their members on the job. He also discussed this week's annual instructors training in Ann Arbor, Mich., and the importa…

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David Walrod, Fairfax County Federation of Teachers | Joyce Goldstein, Labor lawyer 54:52

10d ago54:52

54:52

David Walrod, President of the Fairfax County Federation of Teachers (FCFT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss what the union called the most successful bargaining campaign in 25 years, resulting in nearly 27,500 workers being represented by a joint union alliance. Joyce Goldstein, labor and employee benefits lawyer with Joyc…

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Michael F. Sabitoni, LIUNA | Alex Roberts, APFA 54:40

2d ago54:40

54:40

Michael F. Sabitoni, General Secretary-Treasurer of the Laborers International Union of North America (LIUNA), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his path to the union and how his predecessor helped show him what a good labor leader can accomplish. He also spoke about better educational tools for members during the political c…

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Adam Keller, The Valley Labor Report | Hannah Regan, Case Western Reserve University 54:39

2d ago54:39

54:39

Adam Keller, Co-Host of The Valley Labor Report (TVLR) and a trustee with the North Alabama Area Labor Council, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about TVLR’s growth and summer plans, as well as and some of the labor coverage they are providing for Southern workers. He also talked about the work by the NAALC to reengage with reg…

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OVERTIME: Labor Writer Hamilton Nolan on the State of Labor Today - TVLR 7/6/24 1:18:14

2d ago1:18:14

1:18:14

In OVERTIME, we talk to Hamilton Nolan talks to us about the UFCW, UNITE HERE, and his book: The Hammer. The NEA staff is striking AND we take your calls: 844-899-TVLR ✦ 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 sam…

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Frank Mathews, CWA D4 | Marcy Goldstein-Gelb, National COSH 54:39

4d ago54:39

54:39

Frank Mathews, Administrative Director of the Communications Workers of America District 4, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the union's recent Legislative-Political Conference. He also discussed their member action day on Capitol Hill and the union's impact on the BEAD program. Marcy Goldstein-Gelb, Co-Chair of the National…

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Mine Workers SLAM Republicans for Killing Life Saving Mine Regulations - TVLR 7/6/24 1:29:18

4d ago1:29:18

1:29:18

We talk to Marisa about the fight over libraries in Alabama. Otis from the Ironworkers talks about their apprenticeship program. The UMWA is slamming republicans for trying to kill a life saving rule at the Mine Safety and Health Administration. In OVERTIME, we talk to Hamilton Nolan talks to us about the UFCW, UNITE HERE, and his book: The Hammer.…

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Jody Calemine, Director of Advocacy, AFL-CIO | John Caneglio, President, Columbus Education Association 54:52

5d ago54:52

54:52

Jody Calemine, Director of Advocacy for the AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his journey to his new position. Calemine discussed his previous work on labor policy with the CWA and what he will be trying to accomplish during this session of Congress. John Coneglio, President of the Columbus Education Association (CEA…

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Dorsey Hager, C/CO BCTC | Fred Redmond, AFL-CIO 54:40

8d ago54:40

54:40

Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council (C/CO BCTC), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss Intel’s role in leading the construction boom in Central Ohio. He also talked about the need for improved infrastructure and how Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther has hel…

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Josh Ruyle and Matt Davis, Dignity Apparel | Scott Paul, AAM 54:40

9d ago54:40

54:40

Josh Ruyle and Matt Davis from Image Pointe and Dignity Apparel joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast this Fourth of July to discuss their union-made and American-made apparel and what it means to be USA-made and union-made. Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to di…

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OVERTIME: Rail Workers SLAM Misleadership as Negotiations Approach and the Rail Labor Coalition Crumbles - TVLR 6/29/24 1:31:31

9d ago1:31:31

1:31:31

In OVERTIME, talk to rail workers about the recent spat between BLET and SMART, and bring you the latest on Not Gay Jared's labor troubles with Steven Crowder ✦ 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 br…

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Tim Ryan, Former Ohio Congressman | Sherrod Brown, U.S. Senate | Dave Megenhardt, ULA 54:52

10d ago54:52

54:52

Tim Ryan, Former Ohio Congressman and Co-Chair of Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the need for a common-sense approach to the clean energy transition. He talked about the stress new AI facilities and data centers will have on the existing energy grid and the need for union workers t…

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Tim Burga, Ohio AFL-CIO | Richard Mack Jr., Miller Cohen, P.L.C. 54:53

11d ago54:53

54:53

Tim Burga, President of the Ohio AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about a recent labor roundtable tour he did with labor leaders around Ohio. Burga also talked about the end of the signature gathering stage for a proposed constitutional amendment in Ohio and what’s next for Citizens Not Politicians. Richard Mack Jr., a…

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Sam Petschulat and Vonda McDaniel, Music City Construction Careers | Karla Walter, CAP 54:52

11d ago54:52

54:52

On today’s America’s Work Force Union podcast, Music City Construction Careers (MC3) Executive Director Sam Petschulat and President Vonda McDaniel joined us to discuss how the organization is filling a gap for unions and helping introduce workers to the benefits of joining a union. Karla Walter, Senior Fellow for Inclusive Economy with the Center …

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The Failed Southern Economic Model and How We Can Fix It - TVLR 6/29/24 1:29:20

11d ago1:29:20

1:29:20

We talk to Chandra Childers from the Economic Policy Institute about the Southern Economic Model. Bolivia just experienced and beat back a mini-coup. ✦ 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 re…

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274. Wrapping The World Cup, with Dan Brettig 1:40:02

21d ago1:40:02

1:40:02

Dressed by our mates @BudgySmuggler To gain access to TGC's Hall of Fame Week and enjoy an extra hour of TGC every week plus get access to the entire back catalogue of #AskTGC Friday's, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer. We're back with Budgy Smuggler to pump up their new underwear campaign. Australia's Most Ordinary Rig Josh Clutterbuck and th…

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INDIA WIN THE WORLD CUP | IND vs SA 32:32

23d ago32:32

32:32

To enjoy an extra hour of TGC every week and get access to the entire back catalogue of #AskTGC Friday's, sign up at patreon.com/gradecricketer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By RARE

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Mandy Jo Ganieany, IUPAT DC 30 | Robert Ford Jr., USW Local 2L 54:52

24d ago54:52

54:52

Mandy Jo Ganieany, the Organizing Director for the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 30, which covers North Central Illinois and three counties in Wisconsin, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her experience as a woman in the trades. She also discussed why she became an organizer and a recent e…

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India Storm Into Final After Trouncing England | IND vs ENG 26:54

26d ago26:54

26:54

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Brent Booker, LIUNA | Merrilee Logue and Keisha Adams, NLO BCBSA 54:52

16d ago54:52

54:52

Brent Booker, General President of the Laborers International Union of North America (LIUNA), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his first 14 months in charge of the union. He also discussed the new strategies the union will use on its March to One Million, including utilizing a new, state-of-the-art studio. Merrilee Logue, Ex…

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OVERTIME: Lessons on Union Militancy, Pragmatism, and Idealism with Former UAW Organizer Jon Melrod - TVLR 6/22/24 1:46:55

16d ago1:46:55

1:46:55

In OVERTIME we talk to Jon Melrod about his time organizing in the auto industry. CALL IN: 844-899-TVLR (8857) ✦ 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 b…

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Pete Ielmini, Mechanical Insulators LMCT | Johnny Jones, AFGE Council 100 54:53

27d ago54:53

54:53

Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to provide an update on the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act (FMIA). Ielmini also talked about the Insulators Member Assistance Program (IMAP) and a new program to train foremen to be ambassadors fo…

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273. Can't Win 'Em All 1:23:49

28d ago1:23:49

1:23:49

Dressed by our mates @BudgySmuggler We're back with Budgy Smuggler to pump up their new underwear campaign. Australia's Most Ordinary Rig Josh Clutterbuck and the NRL's Hottest player Herbie Farnworth front the campaign for Australia's most comfortable underwear. The code GRADE has been set up for a tasty 23% off our underwear and apparel and is va…

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Sword Health | Tom Buffenbarger 54:52

22d ago54:52

54:52

Shawn McLoughlin, Vice-President of Labor and Trust, Jerry Gallo, Regional Vice President of Labor and Trust, and Jenn Delman, and Senior Clinical Specialist, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast on behalf of Sword Health. They discussed the effects of musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders on building trades members and how digital care solution…

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Alabama's New Economy Will Be Built By Opioid Profiteers - TVLR 6/22/24 1:29:13

23d ago1:29:13

1:29:13

We talk to Gabriella Spielberg about her recent More Perfect Union video about McKinsey, update yall on the latest at Mercedes, and break down some dumb BS about California's minimum wage. In OVERTIME we talk to Jon Melrod about his time organizing in the auto industry. CALL IN: 844-899-TVLR (8857) ✦ ABOUT ✦ The Valley Labor Report is the only unio…

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Afghanistan’s Greatest Moment Knocks Australia Out 11:17

27d ago11:17

11:17

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Rohit & India Dominate Australia | IND vs AUS 23:30

28d ago23:30

23:30

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Jackie Townsend, Bricklayers ADC 1 | Greg Regan, TTD 54:52

21d ago54:52

54:52

Jackie Townsend, a member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Administrative District Council 1 of Illinois (ADC 1) and bricklaying instructor with Paul Simon Job Corps, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about finding herself in the trowel trades and how the union has positively impacted her life. S…

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Clutch South Africa Knockout West Indies | WI vs SA 20:11

1M ago20:11

20:11

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Chris Jordan's Hometown Hat-trick | USA VS ENG 15:36

1M ago15:36

15:36

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Afghanistan Makes History, Australia on the Brink! | AUS vs AFG 27:19

1M ago27:19

27:19

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India Cruise Home Against Bangladesh | IND vs BAN 21:52

1M ago21:52

21:52

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West Indias HUGE Win Over the USA | USA vs WI 14:01

1M ago14:01

14:01

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Is it South Africa's Time? | SA vs ENG 18:52

1M ago18:52

18:52

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Jeff Stoffer, American Legion | Richard Fiesta, Alliance for Retired Americans 54:52

22d ago54:52

54:52

Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications for the American Legion, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the 80th Anniversary of D-Day. Stoffer also discussed the impact of the G.I. Bill and previewed an article from July’s edition of the Legion Magazine. Rich Fiesta, Executive Director of the Alliance for Retired Americ…

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Cummins Hat-Trick, Australia Top | AUS vs BAN 17:19

1M ago17:19

17:19

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SKY & Bumrah Blitz Afghanistan | IND vs AFG 21:53

1M ago21:53

21:53

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Scott Paul, AAM | Pat Gallagher, NCALF 54:53

23d ago54:53

54:53

Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss their recent report, SHOCKWAVES: The Ripple Effect of China’s Industrial Overcapacity on American Manufacturing and Factory Workers. Paul explained how the report is focused on raising awareness about the impact of excess goods…

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