Communications’ Workers of America District 4 Administrative Director Frank Mathews was the first guest on today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. He spoke about supporting unionized AT&T retail staffers by shopping at their stores. Later, he applauded the amount of union organizing occurring throughout the U.S.

The Labor Citizen Editor Tom Germuska, Jr. was also featured on today’s episode. He offered updates on the Enbridge Line 5 pipeline, Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs (IRAPs) being rescinded by the U.S. Department of Labor and the annual Labor Citizen Holiday Gift Guide.

International Union of Operating Engineers Local 49 Business Manager/Financial Secretary Jason George joined the AWF Union Podcast to discuss the budget surplus in Minnesota. He said these funds will allow them to make a longer lasting investment in the state's infrastructure. He later discussed potential mining operations in the state.

American Federation of Musicians Local 4 President Leonard DiCosimo also joined today’s episode to discuss legislation that could help musicians earn more for the music they make. He also spoke about various events in northeast Ohio and the effect COVID-19 is having on them.

Labor Attorney Joyce Goldstein was today’s guest on the AWF Union Podcast. She discussed a recent ruling by the courts, that upheld an arbitrator’s decision to force a company to rehire an employee they fired after being involved in a fatal vehicular accident. She also spoke about three Starbucks locations in New York, that held votes to unionize and the effort that went into the elections.

Sean Egan, COVID-19 Director of Workplace Safety for the State of Michigan, was the first guest on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He discussed Prevailing Wage in Michigan, the way it was repealed and what the governor is doing to bring it back. He also gave an update on the vaccination rate in the state.

United Auto Workers Legislative Coordinator Desiree Hoffman was also featured on today’s episode. She spoke about electric vehicle tax credits and why consumers should consider an electric vehicle. She also discussed the prospects that the budget reconciliation bill will pass by Christmas.

Humana Associate Vice President of Group Medicare Eric St. Pierre and National Labor Relations Representative Nate Whiteman were featured on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. They spoke about Medicare advantage plans, how Humana strives to offer the best medicare plans possible and healthcare benefits covering wellness plans.

Policy Matters Ohio Research Director Zach Schiller was also featured on today’s episode. He discussed how cutting off additional federal unemployment benefits early had little to no impact on unemployment numbers in those states. He later discussed how federal unemployment supplemental benefits may be handled in the future.

IBEW Local 223 Business Manager and Financial Secretary Doug Nelson made his debut on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He discussed how Local 223 members are training to install electric vehicle charging stations. He also discussed other parts of the infrastructure bill and how they will help Massachusetts. Lastly, he talked about an offshore wind project and the work it will bring Local 223 members.

Also featured on today’s episode was Ohio AFL-CIO President Tim Burga, who spoke about the Ohio Supreme Court, who will hear arguments related to a lawsuit that alleges the state’s new election map is gerrymandered. He also spoke about the $11 billion earmarked for Ohio from the infrastructure bill.

Metal Trades Department President Jimmy Hart was featured on today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast. He spoke about fixing the ongoing supply chain issues in the U.S. through the creation of a maritime highway, revitalization of U.S. ports and American companies purchasing foreign ships to replenish their U.S. fleet. He also discussed the budget reconciliation bill and the PRO Act.

AFL-CIO Secretary-Treasurer Fred Redmond joined today’s episode of the AWF Union Podcast to discuss the Build Back Better budget reconciliation bill and its chances of passing. He also spoke about the recent spike in union workers going on strike.

Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council Executive Secretary-Treasurer Dorsey Hager was also featured on today’s episode. He discussed Vice President Harris and Secretary of Labor Walsh’s recent visit to United Association Local 189 in Columbus, what the infrastructure bill could mean for Ohio and more.

Washington-Baltimore News Guild President Fatima Hussein was the featured guest on today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast. She discussed how the Washington-Baltimore News Guild works to set standards when negotiating first contracts. She also explained the tactics employers are using to get workers to return to the office after working remotely due to COVID-19.

Maritime Trades Department Executive Secretary-Treasurer Dan Duncan joined the AWF Union Podcast today to discuss the ongoing supply chain issue. He said the administration has executed and laid out future plans to further improve the situation.

Cleveland Better Business Bureau President Sue McConnell was also featured on today’s episode. She warned listeners about scams to be aware of while shopping online during the holiday season.