Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWe Won at the National Committee on Appeals!
Season 5 Episode 37
Michael is in studio to talk about our successful decision regarding our branch elections.
1 year, 3 months ago
The Perverse Incentives of Business Unionism
Season 5 Episode 36
Michael joins me to talk about some of the core dysfunctions of our union, and how we think they can be fixed.
1 year, 3 months ago
Michael and I Will Keep Fighting
Season 5 Episode 35
Michael and I go over some victories we've achieved lately, and talk about what our future holds.
1 year, 4 months ago
The Actual Arbitrator's Decision
Season 5 Episode 34
In today's episode, I read the actual decision of Arbitrator Nolan. He goes over the arguments that were made on both sides, which is pretty enlighte…
1 year, 4 months ago
We Have a New Contract
Season 5 Episode 33
Arbitrator Nolan issued his decision today, and it's binding, so that means we have a new contract. I'll read the NALC's article on the agreement, an…
1 year, 4 months ago
Carrier Academy continued - Safety and the JSOV
Season 5 Episode 32
We're getting back to education here, and continuing on with the Carrier Academy. In today's episode, we go over the basics of using your scanner as…
1 year, 4 months ago
The Big Meeting
Season 5 Episode 31
This is the conclusion to Michaels and my efforts to bring our branch officers into compliance with our Bylaws, the Constitution, and the election ru…
1 year, 4 months ago
The Forces of Change in Branch 36
Season 5 Episode 30
I am again joined by Carlton Pinto and Brian Gutierrez of Branch 36 in New York City. They talk about what it takes to run for office, and why it's s…
1 year, 4 months ago
The Will of the Branch, the Voice of the Branch, and the Good Ol' Boys Who Disrespect Them
Season 5 Episode 29
The NALC gives great deference to the will of the Branch, and ensures that its members have the final word at the Branch level. Further, any appeals …
1 year, 5 months ago
A Contract Is Only As Good As Its Enforcement Mechanisms
Season 5 Episode 28
A contract is only as good as its enforcement mechanisms. Abiding by the contract needs to be easier than breaking the contract. Michael joins me to …
1 year, 5 months ago