Best BMA Media Group Podcasts (2025)

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Lindsay Dougherty, Teamsters | Merrilee Logue, NLO, Ruthie Fesahazion-Fortune, BCBSA 51:50

1d ago51:50

51:50

Lindsay Dougherty, International Vice President and Division Director of the Motion Picture and Theatrical Trade Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and Principal Officer of Teamsters Local 399, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast. Dougherty discussed the impact of tax incentives on production locations, the industry's …

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Troy Swanson, CCCTU | Dr. Jessica Provines, Wichita State University, Suspenders4Hope 56:56

2d ago56:56

56:56

Troy Swanson, Legislative Chair for the Cook County College Teachers Union (CCCTU), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss Illinois Senate Bill 1693, the impact of proposed federal budget cuts on community colleges and the importance of Pell Grants and TRIO programs. Dr. Jessica Provines, Assistant Vice President for Wellness and …

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James Petrides, Mechanical Insulators LMCT | Sean Allen, Union Proud Warrior 48:43

3d ago48:43

48:43

Jim Petrides, senior mechanical insulation specialist for the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss a recent study in the Houston area, work opportunities for signatory contractors and the need for education in the industry. Sean Allen, President of the Internationa…

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Charlie Falkner, Ironworkers Local 8 | Tom Buffenbarger 48:34

4d ago48:34

48:34

Charlie Falkner, Business Manager of Ironworkers Local 8 in Milwaukee, Wisc., joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the union's growth, upcoming events and industry challenges. Tom Buffenbarger, retired General President of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, joined the America's Work Force Union Po…

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Sri Benson, American Legion | Richard Sherman, American Legion 53:39

6d ago53:39

53:39

Sri Benson, a policy analyst at the American Legion, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast this Memorial Day to share the story of his late wife Katie and her battle with mesothelioma due to burn pit exposure. He shared their challenges with the VA for service-related recognition and his advocacy for veterans' rights through legislative eff…

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John Lepley, USW | Dr. Mike McDonald and Brenda Thompson, Birdsong Hearing 46:56

9d ago46:56

46:56

Dr. Mike McDonald, Director of Audiology, and Brenda Thompson, Chief Operating Officer at Birdsong Hearing Benefits, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the impact of hearing loss on mental health, workplace performance and overall well-being. John Lepley, Director of Education for the United Steelworkers, joined the America's …

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Johnny Jones, AFGE | Champ Zavala, BMWED-IBT UPRF 53:25

10d ago53:25

53:25

Johnny Jones, Council Secretary/Treasurer of the American Federation of Government Employees TSA Council 100, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the Trump administration's efforts to privatize the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), its impact on workers' rights and potential consequences for public safety. Champ Zav…

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Chris Lalevee, IUOE | Manja Horner, BOOST 58:32

11d ago58:32

58:32

Chris Lalevee, Business Agent for International Union of Operating Engineers Local 825 and Director of the IUOE Peer Support Program, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss mental health awareness in the construction industry, his personal experience with mental health challenges, the importance of recognizing signs of crisis in c…

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Melissa Cropper, OFT | Illinois State Rep. Marcus C. Evans, District 33 55:59

12d ago55:59

55:59

Marcus C. Evans Jr., State Representative for Illinois' 33rd district and Chairman of the Labor Committee, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss public transit funding in Illinois, the need for enhanced safety measures and the power of collective action in demanding better public services. Melissa Cropper, President of the Ohio F…

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Shaun Richman, SUNY Empire State University | Bryce Covert, The Nation 56:51

13d ago56:51

56:51

Shaun Richman, labor historian, professor and author, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his new book "We Always Had a Union: The Story of the New York Hotel Workers Union, 1912-1953." Bryce Covert, contributing writer at The Nation, appeared on the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her recent article that investig…

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Jeff Stoffer, American Legion | Rich Fiesta, Alliance for Retired Americans 52:42

16d ago52:42

52:42

Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications for the American Legion, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the June edition of The American Legion Magazine, which includes stories about the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary, manufacturing's return to America and issues with VA claims processing. Rich Fiesta, Executive Director…

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Doreen Greenwald, NTEU | Pat Gallagher, North Coast Area Labor Federation 46:25

17d ago46:25

46:25

Doreen Greenwald, President of the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the threats facing federal workers’ collective bargaining agreements, the impact of budget cuts on IRS operations and the importance of protecting federal employee data. Pat Gallagher, President of the North Coast Ar…

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Sonya Bohmann, CIAFSP | Greg Regan, TTD AFL-CIO 50:19

18d ago50:19

50:19

Sonya Bohmann, Executive Director of the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the organization's mission, available resources and the importance of destigmatizing mental health conversations in the workplace. Greg Regan, President of the Transportation Trades Department of t…

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Frank Mathews, CWA District 4 | David Spero, PASS 51:08

19d ago51:08

51:08

Frank Mathews, District 4 Administrative Director for the Communications Workers of America (CWA), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss threats to broadband equity, the push for fiber over satellite internet and proposed Medicaid cuts. David Spero, President of the Professional Aviation Safety Specialists, joined the America's W…

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Sarah Anderson, IPS | Matt Biggs, IFPTE 50:59

20d ago50:59

50:59

Sarah Anderson, Director of the Global Economy Project at the Institute for Policy Studies, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the disparities between executive and worker compensation, the intricacies of the U.S. tax system and possible reforms to create a more equitable economic landscape. Matt Biggs, President of the Internatio…

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Paul Mueller Jr., ABOC | Jessica Martinez, National COSH 59:21

23d ago59:21

59:21

Paul Mueller Jr., Vice President of Commercial Lending at ABOC, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the intricacies of construction lending for unions, the importance of early lender involvement, the unique aspects of union construction lending and the steps in financing union construction projects. Jessica Martinez, Executive …

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Pete Smith, Confyde | Andrew Strom, OnLabor Blog 53:26

24d ago53:26

53:26

Continuing our coverage of Mental Health Awareness Month, Pete Smith, founder of Confyde, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the platform’s development, its application in sports and business and the importance of confidential mental health support. Andrew Strom, a labor lawyer and OnLabor contributor, joined the America's Wor…

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Al Baraza, IUPAT | Dave Megenhardt, ULA 53:57

25d ago53:57

53:57

Al Barraza, Director of Organizing for the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 14, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss a campaign for worker safety at Sure Built Concrete Forms and Accessories. Dave Megenhardt, Executive Director of the United Labor Agency (ULA), joined the America's Work Force Union …

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Cal Beyer, SAFE Project | Tim Burga, Ohio AFL-CIO 56:41

26d ago56:41

56:41

Continuing our coverage of Mental Health Awareness Month, Cal Beyer, Senior Director of Safe Workplaces for the Stop the Addiction Fatality Epidemic (SAFE) Project, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the intersection of substance abuse, mental health and suicide prevention in the construction industry. Tim Burga, President of …

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Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas | Ed. Bartlett Jr., Bartlett Maritime Corporation 1:03:13

27d ago1:03:13

1:03:13

Continuing our Mental Health Awareness Month coverage, Dr. Sally Spencer-Thomas, clinical psychologist and mental health advocate, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the importance of changing workplace culture, applying safety principles to mental health and a preview of 2026’s annual mental health summit. Capt. Ed Bartlett J…

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Dorsey Hager, C/COBCTC | Fred Redmond, AFL-CIO 53:08

30d ago53:08

53:08

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 recent economic challenges, ongoing projects and outreach efforts in the Central Ohio construction industry. Fred Redmond, Secretary-Treasurer of the AFL-CIO, joined the America'…

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CWM Summit Panel featuring Alanna Marklund, Ben Bradshaw, Mike Hazard, James Pursell and Pete Ielmini 1:11:13

1M ago1:11:13

1:11:13

The America’s Work Force Union Podcast proudly sponsored a panel discussion held earlier this year at the Fourth Annual Construction Working Minds Summit in Dallas. The summit's purpose is to support mental health awareness in the building trades. To kick off Mental Health Awareness Month, today’s show features discussions from that panel, called H…

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Robert Peters, Illinois State Senator | Greg Regan, TTD 54:17

1M ago54:17

54:17

Illinois State Sen. Robert Peters joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to talk about his journey into politics, Illinois' pro-worker legislation and efforts to prepare Illinois residents for careers in the trades. Greg Regan, President of the Transportation Trades Department of the AFL-CIO, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to …

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Jalen Alexander, SPWU | Tom Buffenbarger 51:37

1M ago51:37

51:37

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 impact of federal funding reductions on nonprofit workers and the importance of union solidarity during layoffs. Tom Buffenbarg…

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Jill Manrique, Chicago Jobs With Justice | Tim Drea, Illinois AFL-CIO 50:30

1M ago50:30

50:30

Jill Manrique, Executive Director of Chicago Jobs with Justice, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss Workers’ Memorial Day, immigrant worker rights and the upcoming May Day celebration in Chicago. This Workers’ Memorial Day, Tim Drea, President of the Illinois AFL-CIO, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the…

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Stacey Hofert, Progyny | Donnie Blatt, USW 49:45

1M ago49:45

49:45

Stacey Hofert, Group Vice President of Labor and Trust for Progyny, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss National Infertility Awareness Week, the prevalence of infertility and how Progyny, fertility, family building and women’s health benefits fund, addresses the issue. Donnie Blatt, District 1 Director for the United Steelworke…

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Cathy Kennedy, National Nurses United | Merrilee Logue, BCBS NLO 55:30

1M ago55:30

55:30

Cathy Kennedy, a President of National Nurses United, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the potential impact of staffing cuts at Veterans Affairs hospitals, the urgent need for better legislation to prevent workplace violence and the push for Medicare for All. Merrilee Logue, Executive Director of the National Labor Office at…

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Pete Ielmini, LMCT | Tyler Lefeber, Color Health, Maria Scheeler, Teamsters Philadelphia & Vicinity 56:42

1M ago56:42

56:42

Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the importance of firestopping, the progress of the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act and the role of unions in advancing firestopping and insulation initiatives. Maria Scheeler, Fund Admi…

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Nick Yelverton, Springfield & Central Illinois Trades & Labor Council | Brad Asay, Utah AFL-CIO 48:51

1M ago48:51

48:51

Nick Yelverton, President of the Springfield and Central Illinois Trades and Labor Council and Legislative Director for the Illinois Federation of Teachers (IFT), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his journey in union leadership, the significance of Workers Memorial Day and the current political climate affecting labor rights…

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Lynn Rhinehart, EPI and Lauren McFerren, The Century Foundation | Pat Gallagher, NCLF 50:57

1M ago50:57

50:57

Lynn Rhinehart, Senior Fellow at the Economic Policy Institute, and Lauren McFerren, Senior Fellow at The Century Foundation and former National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) chairman, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss threats to labor law and worker protections through the dismantling of federal agencies, attempts to invalida…

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Jeff Stoffer, American Legion | Rich Fiesta, Alliance for Retired Americans 50:25

1M ago50:25

50:25

Jeff Stoffer, Director of Media and Communications for The American Legion, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss quality of life issues in the military, the politicization of the armed forces and upcoming 250th anniversary events for several of the U.S. military branches. Rich Fiesta, Executive Director of the Alliance for Retir…

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Tim Holahan, Broadstripes 37:55

1M ago37:55

37:55

Tim Holahan, CEO and project manager of Broadstripes, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss how digital tools are modernizing labor organizing, their cloud-based system's impact on union campaigns and the importance of adapting to technological advancements in organizing efforts.By BMA Media Group

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Jessica LaPointe, AFGE Council 220 | John Jarger, MACRC 53:28

2M ago53:28

53:28

Jessica LaPointe, President of AFGE Council 220, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the critical challenges facing the Social Security Administration (SSA), like staffing, policy changes impacting beneficiaries and ongoing threats to union contracts. John Jarger, Director of Operations for the Mid-America Carpenters Regional C…

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Alyssa Goodstein, IL AFL-CIO | Melissa Cropper, OFT 52:56

2M ago52:56

52:56

Melissa Cropper, President of the Ohio Federation of Teachers and Secretary-Treasurer of the Ohio AFL-CIO, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the dismantling of the fair school funding formula, cuts to library funding and a push to eliminate elected positions on the State Board of Education. Alyssa Goodstein, Communications Direct…

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Nancy Altman, Social Security Works | Greg LeRoy, Good Jobs First 52:58

2M ago52:58

52:58

Nancy Altman, President of the political advocacy group, Social Security Works, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the Social Security Administration data breach, the potential appointment of a new Social Security commissioner and the need for public engagement. Greg LeRoy, Executive Director of Good Jobs First, joined the Ame…

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Brad Asay, Utah AFL-CIO | Andrew Strom, OnLabor Blog 54:20

2M ago54:20

54:20

Brad Asay, Vice President of the Utah AFL-CIO and President of the American Federation of Teachers- Utah, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss recent legislation banning public sector collective bargaining, the coalition's efforts to overturn the law through a ballot referendum and the challenges they face in gathering signature…

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Katie Harris, Blue Green Alliance | Len DiCosimo, Cleveland Federation of Musicians 50:36

2M ago50:36

50:36

Katie Harris, Blue Green Alliance Vice President of Federal Affairs, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss climate policy, environmental regulations and worker protections. Len DiCosimo, President of the Cleveland Federation of Musicians, American Federation of Musicians Local 4, appeared on the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and…

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David Holt, CEA | Jacob Morrison, North Alabama Area Labor Council 59:52

2M ago59:52

59:52

David Holt, President of the Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the need for affordable and reliable energy solutions, the impact of recent policy changes on energy prices and challenges posed by increasing demand from artificial intelligence and data centers. Jacob Morrison, President of the No…

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Frank Mathews, CWA District 4 | Sherry Linkon, Kalmanovitz Initiative 49:28

2M ago49:28

49:28

Frank Mathews, Administrative Director for District 4 of the Communications Workers of America (CWA), joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the recent Wisconsin Supreme Court election, nationwide Hands Off rallies and the importance of fiber optic broadband infrastructure funding. Sherry Linkon, affiliated faculty at the Kalmanovitz …

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Michael Linden, Families over Billionaires | Hannah Halbert, Policy Matters Ohio 50:49

2M ago50:49

50:49

Michael Linden, Campaign Director for Families Over Billionaires, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the federal government’s proposed $5 trillion tax cut, its impact on working families and the campaign's efforts to ensure fair taxation. Hannah Halbert, Executive Director of Policy Matters Ohio, joined the America's Work Forc…

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Dorsey Hager, CCOBCTC | Fred Redmond, AFL-CIO 49:28

2M ago49:28

49:28

Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus and Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council (CCOBCTC), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the potential impact of recent tariffs on construction projects, the construction delays on the Intel plant project and the importance of local elections. Fred Redm…

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Lynn Rhinehart, EPI | Matt Biggs, IFPTE 51:27

2M ago51:27

51:27

Lynn Rhinehart, a Senior Fellow at the Economic Policy Institute and former General Counsel of the AFL-CIO, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the dismantling of the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS), the broader implications of Trump's executive orders on federal unions and potential consequences for the Natio…

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Jimmy Williams Jr., IUPAT | Frank Mathews, CWA District 4 47:38

2M ago47:38

47:38

Jimmy Williams Jr., General President of the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss President Trump's executive order targeting federal unions, the importance of organizing and the need for labor to stand up for free speech. Frank Mathews, Administrative Director for District 4 of…

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Robert J. Majdecki, ABOC | Tim Burga, Ohio AFL-CIO 45:38

2M ago45:38

45:38

Rob Majdecki, Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer at Amalgamated Bank of Chicago (ABOC), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss navigating economic challenges, maximizing investment opportunities and the unique perspective of a union-founded bank. Tim Burga, President of the Ohio AFL-CIO, joined the America's Work F…

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Mark Dimondstein, APWU | Kelly Dufour, Common Cause Ohio 54:28

2M ago54:28

54:28

Mark Dimondstein, President of the American Postal Workers Union, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the likely consequences of privatizing the U.S. Postal Service and efforts to protect this public institution. Kelly Dufour, Voting and Elections Manager at Common Cause Ohio, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to di…

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Eric Hill, SkillsUSA Illinois, and Armondo Perez, Student | Randi Pearson, USW 52:55

2M ago52:55

52:55

Eric Hill, Executive Director of SkillsUSA Illinois, and Armondo Perez, a high school computer science student, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the organization's impact on workforce development, pre-apprenticeship programs and student advocacy efforts. Randi Pearson, Director of the Women of Steel program at the United Ste…

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Pennie McCoach, ATU Local 308 | Tim Drea, Illinois AFL-CIO 52:24

2M ago52:24

52:24

Pennie McCoach, President and Business Agent of Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 308, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her journey from being a single mother to union leadership, the challenges facing women in transit and the funding shortfall threatening Chicago's public transportation system. Tim Drea, President of th…

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Pete Ielmini, Mechanical Insulators LMCT | Merrilee Logue, NLO, and Lynn Pina, GeoBlue 49:45

2M ago49:45

49:45

Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the efforts to reintroduce the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act, the success of their Firestop Market Recovery Program and the importance of properly installed mechanical insulation in fe…

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Pat Devaney, IL AFL-CIO | Tom Buffenbarger 53:49

2M ago53:49

53:49

Pat Devaney, Secretary-Treasurer of the Illinois AFL-CIO, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the history of pension cuts, their impact on public workers and efforts to restore retirement security through the Fix Tier 2 campaign. Tom Buffenbarger, former International President of the International Association of Machinists and…

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Karen Suarez-Flint, Chicago Federation of Musicians | Greg Regan, TTD 52:38

2M ago52:38

52:38

Karen Suarez-Flint, Secretary-Treasurer of the Chicago Federation of Musicians, American Federation of Musicians Local 10-208, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her journey as a musician, the importance of union representation in the music industry and her efforts to combat sexual harassment in classical music. Greg Regan, Pr…

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