In the first Pipe Up! episode of 2026, General President Mark McManus sits down with UA Pipe PALS (Peer Allies for Life Success) Committee members Omar Galindo (Local 78), Ben Bradshaw (Local 100), and PJ Moss (Local 32) for an honest conversation about mental health in the pipe trades.

They discuss breaking the stigma, expanding peer support, and growing training like VitalCog—so more members have the tools to recognize warning signs, start hard conversations, and connect brothers and sisters to real help. If you or someone you know is struggling, you’re not alone—support is available, and it’s okay to speak up.