You ever heard someone say, “The union ain’t doing nothing for me”—but never really stopped to ask what a union actually is? In this episode of The Power in Us Podcast, Sable Russell breaks it down in simple, real terms—what a union is, why it exists, what solidarity really means, and how things like overtime, sick days, and job protections didn’t just appear but were fought for through collective bargaining. We also connect it back to history, including May Day right here in Chicago, to show that this isn’t theory—it’s real. Because at the end of the day, dues give the union tools, but members give it power. This episode is about understanding your role, your voice, and the truth: the power was never at the top—it’s always been in us.

Produced by Sable Russell and Mixed & Mastered by EGOR

In Episode 1 of The Power in Us Podcast, Sable Russell shares her journey from growing up in a union family to becoming an organizer and leader within SEIU Local 73.

She breaks down why so many union members feel disconnected, the difference between not caring and not knowing, and why understanding your union is the key to building real worker power.

This episode sets the foundation for the podcast—focused on educating, empowering, and activating members to build the unions they deserve
 

Produced by Sable Russell and Mixed & Mastered by EGOR