Best Youturn Health Podcasts (2024)

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Rich Jones, Youturn Health, Matt Biggs IFPTE 54:52

4m ago54:52

54:52

Rich Jones, Co-founder and Chief Clinical Officer of Youturn Health, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how his organiziation helps workers address substance misuse and mental health concerns, especially withing the construction industry. He also discussed his personal experience with substance misuse and how he’s turned that …

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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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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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Unique Health Products - The Natural Wholesale Giant 45:59

3h ago45:59

45:59

Dale Parkes, founder of Unique Health Products joins Roz on todays episode. They delve into Dale's entrepreneurial journey in the health and wellness industry, discussing his early days as the Guarana Man and starting Organic Oasis, his experience as a retailer, and the founding of Kunara. Dale highlights the family aspect of his business, with his…

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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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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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You Too? A Story of Addiction, Recovery, and Giving Back 14:58

2h ago14:58

14:58

You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, and given us a story worth telling. When we share with others, th…

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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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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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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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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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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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Maleny Dairies - Premium Products & Local Farmers 42:06

13d ago42:06

42:06

Stephen Tait, CEO of Maleny Dairies, shares his personal journey and the company's commitment to supporting local farmers. Stephen discusses his move from Scotland to Australia, the cultural adjustments for his family, and their pride in their Scottish roots. He also talks about Maleny Dairies' partnership with Wattle Nest to support athletes and t…

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Leonard Aguilar, Texas AFL-CIO | Grace Heffernan, NEO Workers Center 54:53

24d ago54:53

54:53

Leonard Aguilar, Secretary-Treasurer of the Texas AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss state legislation creating more problems for labor unions. He also talked about their work to ensure unions lead the renewable energy transition and the 2024 Women’s Summit in Austin. Grace Heffernan, co-founder and contractor with th…

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Melissa Cropper, OFT | Isha Vij, Maven Clinic 54:53

25d ago54:53

54:53

Melissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers (OFT-AFT), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to provide an end-of-the-2023-2024 school year recap. Cropper discussed an OFT survey that focused on the factors causing the state's teacher shortage. She also provided an update on recent organizing and contract wins for union me…

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Bob Keefe, Environmental Entrepreneurs | Chris Albright, LIUNA Local 1058 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

Bob Keefe, Executive Director of Environmental Entrepreneurs (E2), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the positive impact the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has made on manufacturing jobs in America. He also spoke about how unions can increase their membership during the clean energy boom through IRA-funded projects. Chris A…

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Youturn - Support for All Ages 31:28

1M ago31:28

31:28

This week, Roz talks with Antoinette Lloyd from Youturn about the organization's work in aiding the community with homelessness, mental health, child safety, and suicide prevention. They discuss Youturn's rebranding and its innovative program expansions. Antoinette shares her personal connection to the cause through her own life challenges of losin…

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Andrew Strom, Labor Lawyer | Richard Mack Jr., Miller Cohen, P.L.C. 54:52

29d ago54:52

54:52

Andrew Strom, a labor lawyer and contributor to the OnLabor blog, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in the Starbucks case where seven Memphis employees who were leaders in an organizing campaign were fired. Richard Mack Jr., a worker and union lawyer with Miller Cohen, P.L.C. in Detroit,…

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Tim Drea, Illinois AFL-CIO | Jon Schleuss, The Newsguild-CWA 54:53

30d ago54:53

54:53

Tim Drea, President of the Illinois AFL-CIO, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the pro-labor legislation passed during the Spring Legislative Session in Illinois. He shared details about the ban on captive audience meetings and the new child labor laws awaiting a signature from the Governor. President of The NewsGuild-Comm…

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You Too? With Joshua Smith 34:56

1M ago34:56

34:56

This week, one of our Youturn Health coaches shares his story! You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, an…

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Reid Maki, Child Labor Coalition | Rich Jordan, Iron Workers Local 17 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

In honor of World Day Against Child Labor, Reid Maki, the director of child labor issues and coordinator of the Child Labor Coalition, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about his organization's work to end abusive child labor practices. He discussed some of the major violations over the past 18 months in America and how the CLC …

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Frank Mathews, CWA District 4 | U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

Frank Mathews, Administrative Director of the Communication Workers of America District 4, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the start of District 4’s Conference in Detroit. Mathews talked about proposed legislation against tax breaks for companies that outsource work or anti-union efforts. He also discussed the first year un…

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Jalen Alexander, SPWU | Fred Redmond, AFL-CIO 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

Jalen Alexander, President of the Social Policy Workers United — affiliated with the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 57 — joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the Unfair Labor Practice Strike currently underway by the 170 members of the SPWU. He discussed the history of the first contract …

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Dorsey Hager, Columbus/Central Ohio BCTC | David Green, UAW Region 2B 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the ongoing efforts to secure a Community Benefits Agreement for the Columbus airport expansion. He also talked about the continued interest in bringing new technology projects t…

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Josh Phillips, Eberts & Harrison | Len Dicosimo, North Shore Federation of Labor and AFM Local 4 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

Josh Phillips, Director of Business Development for Eberts & Harrison, Inc., joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the difference their union-focused insurance company can make for union training centers and Local and International unions. He talked about the way the company works to provide the best policies to clients and ev…

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You Too? With Jessica Bryant 10:39

1M ago10:39

10:39

This week, one of our Youturn Health coaches shares her story! You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, an…

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Adam Keller, The Valley Labor Report | Matt Rothchild 54:53

1M ago54:53

54:53

Adam Keller, Co-host of The Valley Labor Report, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about recent work they’ve done with Local unions and a fundraiser they’ll be co-hosting in the Huntsville, Ala. area. Keller also discussed some of the organizing victories in the South and what the North Alabama Area Labor Council is doing to edu…

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J. Albert Mann, Shift Happens | Tim Burga, Ohio AFL-CIO 54:53

1M ago54:53

54:53

J. Albert Mann, author of Shift Happens: The History of Labor in the United States, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about her newly released book, and how she was inspired to write about the history of the labor movement. Mann discussed why the book is written for Young Adults (YA) and how they can use it to help them prepare …

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Ted Pappageorge, UNITE HERE, Culinary Union Local 226 | Andrew Spar, FEA 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

As part of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast's ongoing effort to share the issues unions face across the country, we featured portions of the May 23 press conference from UNITE HERE Culinary Workers Union Local 226 Secretary-Treasurer, Ted Pappageorge, where he discussed the ongoing negotiations with Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. He discussed the s…

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Josh Sturm, Color Health, and Mullissa Willette, SEIU Local 521 | Lawrence Abbott, Move to Amend 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

Mullissa Willette, President of the Service Employees International Union Local 521, and Josh Sturm, Chief Revenue Officer at Color Health, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the reasons union members are receiving cancer diagnoses at a higher rate than average, and how Color Health is helping union members receive quality car…

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Gary Mendell, Shatterproof and Dr. James Polo, Carelon Behavioral Health | Merrilee Logue, NLO and Dr. Raiza Hashmi, BCBSA 54:53

2M ago54:53

54:53

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, the America’s Work Force Union Podcast’s coverage continues with Dr. James Polo, Chief Medical Officer for Carelon Behavioral Health, and Gary Mendell, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Shatterproof. The two discussed how substance use and mental health issues impacted their families, what the…

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You Too? With Pete Armstrong 18:35

1M ago18:35

18:35

You Too? Yes! Me too. I have a story that is uniquely mine yet very similar to yours. I have loved ones who have suffered from mental health issues and substance misuse. I have struggled with both. We have all gone through things that have shaped our lives, changed us for the better, and given us a story worth telling. When we share with others, th…

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Eric Weiner and Dr. Gareen Hamalian, Included Health | Greg Regan, TTD 54:53

2M ago54:53

54:53

Eric Weiner, Division VP for Labor & Trust, Public Sector, and Higher Education for Included Health and their interim director of behavioral health, Dr. Gareen Hamalian, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how Included Health is assisting unions and their members get the assistance they need during our Mental Health Awareness M…

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Amanda Biggins, President, AFSCME Local 1539 | Tom Buffenbarger, independent labor voice 54:52

2M ago54:52

54:52

Amanda Biggins, President of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Local 1539, joined America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about her Local’s new contract with the Minnesota Correctional Facility-Rush City. Biggins also talked about approved legislation that will ban private prisons in Minnesota. Tom Buffenbarger, an…

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Mike Hazard, UA VIP | John “Jack” Monahan, WWI Centennial Commission 54:52

2M ago54:52

54:52

In honor of Memorial Day, Mike Hazard, the program manager for the United Association Veterans in Piping program, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about the program and what it is doing to help military service members transition to civilian careers in the UA. Hazard also discussed the UA Pipe P.A.L.S. program recently launched…

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