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MACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSOperation JetBlue pt 2!!In this episode, we continue the conversation centered on the JetBlue organizing campaign and the potential impact of a union on the company. Joined by International Representative Charlie Hines and BOS Inside organizer Richard Jarvis, Co-Host Lou Gilmore delves deeper into the reasons why ramp agents at JetBlue require a union and a clear, defined contract. Guests: Charlie Hines, IAM International Representative, Richard Jarvis, JetBlue Inside Organizing Committee.Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Funding from Alex Gerulis and Ov...
2025-10-1028 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSOperation JetBlue pt 1!!This week's episode takes a shift and connects with IAM Union's current organizing campaign going on at JetBlue. Cohost Lou Gilmore has a heartfelt conversation with Andrew Garmeson and Jerrell Stephney from the JetBlue organizing campaign. Andrew is an 18-year veteran of American Airlines, having worked with the International Organizing department for the last two years. Jerrell is a current JetBlue employee and a member of the inside committee at BOS International Airport.This episode highlights some of the struggles with organizing and the strategies the IAM uses to overcome them.
2025-08-2733 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSA Presidential FactorThis episode sheds light on the role and responsibilities of the office of the President of a Local. Cohost Lou Gilmore takes an in-depth dive into the responsibility of a Local President, how they work hand in hand with the Recording Secretary and Secretary Treasurer. Special Guest Tim Nestler, who is the current President of Local 368 in Miami, Florida, joins us to shed light on this critical role on any local executive board. He also gives details on the work he has been doing within legislative and MNPL departments. Guests: Tim Neslter, Loca...
2025-08-141h 01MACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSThe Office of The Recording SecretaryThis episode is the first installment of a series that provides our members with insight into the various officers that comprise a Local Executive Board. We had the pleasure of chatting with Local 1725 Recording Secretary (RS), Josh Stone from Charlotte, NC. Brother Stone provided us with insight into the duties of the RS and the pivotal support they offer to the local. Guests: Josh Stone, Local 1725 Recording Secretary Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Funding from Alex Gerulis and Oversight by Mike...
2025-07-1838 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSThe Art of NegotiationIn this episode, we examine the methods and tactics employed by labor unions in negotiations. Our guest, Faysal Silwany, Vice President East for United Airlines and a member of the current negotiations committee for United, provides insight into the process of how IAM Union District 141 negotiates a contract, from the survey season to the ratification vote. Guests: Faysal Silwany, VP East United AirlinesProducers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Funding from Alex Gerulis and Oversight by Mike Klemm. Machinists Connections is a p...
2025-07-101h 06MACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSScholarship Looks Good On You!!With this episode, we are back at that time of year for the Adolf Stutz Memorial Scholarship. Cohost Lou Gilmore sits down with Frank Caciato from BCI Communications to discuss the profound impact that this Scholarship Essay Contest has on the lives of our fellow members and their families. The Scholarship is open, and the deadline to submit is midnight on July 15, 2025. For more information and to obtain the submission forms, please visit https://iam141.org/the-2025-adolph-stutz-scholarship-essay-contest-is-now-underway/Guests: Frank Caciato, Bleiweiss Communications, Inc.Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech supp...
2025-05-1539 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSMachinist Monday MotivationThis starts a new weekly segment called "Machinist Monday Motivation". Each Monday, we will have a short moment of motivation to start our week with positive energy to set the tone for a successful week focused on an attitude of gratitude. This week's motivation focuses on silencing the background noise of the aviation industry as of late and developing a daily practice to unplug from sensationalized media.Credits:Guests: Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Funding from Alex Gerulis and...
2025-03-1004 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSUnited Negotiations Update Jan 14 2025This is an audio recording of the United Negotiations Update that the Negotiations Committee put out in print on Jan 14th, 2025.Credits:Voiced by: Lou GilmoreProducers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Funding from Alex Gerulis and Oversight by Mike Klemm. Machinists Connections is a product of District 141 of the International Associations of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District 141 Media Department.
2025-01-1401 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSThe Best Nation is a DONATION!!! (TO MNPL)This week's episode finds Brian and Lou having the pleasure of talking with District 141 MNPL Director Dave Roderick. Dave, Brian, and Lou dive into the Machinist Nonpartisan Political League (MNPL) and how it helps IAM members support labor-friendly candidates in the political arena. This conversation is built around education on how the IAM chooses the candidates we endorse. Credits:Guests: Dave Roderick, District 141 MNPL Director.Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Funding from Alex Gerulis and Oversight by Mike Klem...
2024-11-0427 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSExtension On Deck!!This episode finds Lou Gilmore candidly conversing with AGC Mark Baskett from American Airlines. Mark goes over the details of the recent economic 2-year extension. This two-year extension comes ahead as an option to extend the current contract that our Association members have with American Airlines while bringing them up to the industry-leading in wages and retirement contributions. This episode aims to dispel any myths and answer as many of our members' frequently asked questions as possible about the details of this two-year economic package. Voting will begin on October 25th at 12:00 noon Central Time and c...
2024-10-2351 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSDon't Suffer In SilenceIn this episode, Brian and Lou have a candid conversation around the topic of suicide and mental health. With September being the national suicide awareness month, we reached out to two exceptional guests from our District 141 EAP team to help facilitate this vital conversation. Brother Chris Davis is our District141 EAP Chairman for American Airlines, and Sister Noelle Sakamoto is one of our Regional EAP Coordinators from United Airlines. Both Noelle and Chris have extensive experience in our EAP program and help facilitate our fellow members' getting the help they need for themselves or their families.
2024-09-2635 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSWhat's A Communicator??Cohosts Brian Vega and Lou Gilmore have the opportunity to sit and talk about the various roles a local lodge communicator plays on behalf of the union. They discuss the skills that a good communicator should develop and how they aid in tailoring our messaging to our diverse membership. As an established photographer, Brian gives some pointers on taking cell phone photography to the next level and how cell phones are the leading option we all have readily available. Credits:Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Cr...
2024-08-2342 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSTaylor(ed) To Safety.This week's episode is yet another nod to the importance of safety for our fellow members. Cohost Lou Gilmore sat down with the District 141 Safety Coordinator for United Brother Leroy Taylor, highlighting the hot ticket items of seatbelt usage around the system, the GSAP program, and the importance of mentorship of our young machinists. Credits:Guest: Robert Taylor, District 141 Safety Coordinator United Airlines.Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Funding from Alex Gerulis and Oversight by Mike Klemm. Machinists Connections is...
2024-08-0127 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSCare and CompasionThis week's episode takes another deep dive into our District 141 Employee Assistance Program. Cohost Lou Gilmore sits down to talk with our Director of EAP, Brother Bryan Hutchinson, about the state of mental health crisis impacting all over the US. Bryan gives significant insight into the different services that our EAP can provide to our members and their families. This heartfelt episode aims to raise members' awareness of the importance of mental health and the EAP's role in helping them get the help they need. Credits:Guest: Bryan Hutchinson, District 141 Director of EAP....
2024-07-111h 03MACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSSafety 102This Episode features Local 1725 Safety Chairman Fred Butts. Co-host Lou Gilmore sits down to have an impactful conversation on the GSAP program and to remind our fellow members to stay hydrated during these peak summer operations. Credits:Guest: Fred Butts, Safety Chairman LL 1725 Charlotte, NC.Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Funding from Alex Gerulis and Oversight by Mike Klemm. Machinists Connections is a product of District 141 of the International Associations of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District 141 Media Department.
2024-06-2742 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSWeathering The StormThis week's Episode finds the band back together as the District 141 Media team was able to record together. Eric, Brian, and Lou were able to catch up on the many things happening around the system. Our special Guest, United Committee Person Maria Tusa, from LL2198 in Houston, joined in to provide crucial insights on the current storm conditions affecting our members in Texas. Her valuable information not only keeps our members informed but also makes them feel valued. Credits:Guest: Maria Tusa, United CS Committee Person LL 2198 Houston Texas.Producers: Brian Vega, Sound...
2024-05-2338 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSLending a Helping HandThis week's episode will help us start Mental Health Awareness Month early. We enjoyed sitting down with Sister Kendall Tuckett from our District 141 EAP Team. Kendall is the West Region EAP Representative with American Airlines. She discusses her role as a regional rep and what it means to help our members navigate things for which the contract doesn't always have solutions. This episode is sure to bridge a connection that is needed among our members. A special thank you to District 141 EAP Director Bryan Hutchinson and our phenomenal team. Credits:Guest: Kendall Tuckett, EAP West Regional Repres...
2024-04-1849 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSSAAfety Summit 101This episode gets us back into the seat with a focus on safety. Cohost Lou Gilmore is joined by special guest Dennis Spencer, the District 141 Director of Safety for American Airlines Fleet Service. Lou catches up with Dennis and his team while conducting their inaugural Safety Summit for AA members, held at LL1725 In Charlotte, NC.Dennis, who assumed the role of Director after Brother Tony D's regiment, shares his insights on the Safety Summit, a brainchild of his team. He also underscores the importance of our newly adopted Ground Safety Action Program for the AA Fleet...
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2024-03-2502 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSHey Organizer!!This Episode was recorded while at the Committee Conference 2023 and featured a legendary guest. Cohost Lou Gilmore is joined by the Director of Membership Services, Brother Frank Giannola. Frank has much experience in various capacities and specializes in organizing and membership mobility. Frank and Lou discuss the importance of organizing and how transportation sector employees have to organize under the Railway Labor Act. Frank gives updates on current organizing campaigns that District 141 is involved with and the pathways to their successful outcomes. Credits:Guest: Frank Giannola, DL141 Director of Membership Services.Producers: Brian Vega, Soun...
2023-10-1338 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONS"Hey Arnold"!!141 Machinist Connections is back in its second season with another fun and lighthearted episode. Cohost Lou Gilmore sits with Brother Nolan Arnold from LL1725 in Charlotte, NC.Nolan is an eight-year fleet service agent with American Airlines and is undoubtedly one of the many rising stars we have in District Lodge 141. Lou and Nolan unpack many topics, including the young machinist's movement and how it will shape our union's future. Credits:Guest: Nolan Arnold, LL1725 Trustee, Shop Steward, and Young Workers Committee Chair.Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and...
2023-09-291h 05MACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSThe "Scholarly" PrincipleOn this episode of the Machinists District 141 Connections, we're joined by Frank Casciato and Dan Brin from Bleiweiss Communications to discuss the Adolf Stuz Memorial Scholarship Essay Contest with District Lodge 141. This scholarship is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their writing skills and earn financial support for their education. Frank and Dan share valuable insights and tips for students interested in applying for the scholarship and discuss the importance of education and community involvement. Whether you're a student or simply interested in learning more about the scholarship and the extraordinary work being done by District Lodge 141, this...
2023-06-3029 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSThe Monk Hour!!In this episode of “Connections,” hosts Lou Gilmore, Eric Price, and Brian Vega explore the Machinist Union with special guest Derrick Monk, a District Lodge 141 Trustee, Grievance Committeeman, and Pastor. They discuss the union’s history, challenges, and strategies to protect workers’ interests. Derrick also shares his journey as a Pastor and his non-profit organization’s initiatives to empower the community. The episode concludes with a call to action to support labor movements and stand in solidarity with workers fighting for their rights. Brother Monk is the personification of our motto of " Justice on the Job and Service to the Commun...
2023-06-0933 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSTrain The Trainer!!This week's episode finds Lou Gilmore again at The William Winpinsinger Center for Education and Technology. As a train-the-trainer class student, the students were assigned a project to give a 20-minute presentation. Lou decided to skip the traditional PowerPoint style and record an episode on the importance of the Duty of Fair Representation. Having LL 1781 President Tony Parker and DL142 General Chair Carrie Lessley as guests helped to lighten the atmosphere around what can sometimes be a controversial topic. This episode will equip our stewards with the necessary tools to represent our members fairly. Credits:Produ...
2023-05-2413 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSIn Negotiations We Trust!!This week's episode is about the excitement around the new tentative (TA) agreement for our members at United Airlines. Cohost Lou Gilmore had the opportunity to talk with non-other than Brother Faysal Silwany, who is on the ramp committee In EWR and on the current negotiating team for United. Details of the new language proposals and the nuances of this extension were discussed, as well as some history behind the Railway Labor Act (RLA), which governs unified labor in the transportation sector. This episode contains information that United members can use to make the best decision when casting their v...
2023-04-2135 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSMadam President!!In this week's episode, cohost Lou Gilmore has the opportunity to interview his local Lodge President, Helena Thornton. This episode is very near and dear to Lou Gilmore as some of his journeys within the IAM and District 141 are revealed. Conversations about Helena's history of involvement within the IAM and becoming the first woman president of Local Lodge 1725 of Charlotte, NC. President Thornton also encourages all our women in this organization to get involved and lead front the front. Credits:Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck....
2023-04-0750 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSUnited Negotiations Update!!In this episode, Brian and Lou are excited to report on the Agreement in Principle that the negotiations team was able to bring to our members. They discuss some of the pay increases that this agreement will bring and, most importantly, the job protections that will have a positive impact on 17 out stations that will save over 700 jobs. We encourage all our members at United to read the agreement in full and ask any questions for clarification. Credits:Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Fun...
2023-03-3017 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSWelcome To Safety Briefings 101In this episode, cohosts Brian Vega and Lou Gilmore team up to talk with District 141 Safety Coordinator Daniel Fumar and Local Lodge 1781 Safety Coordinator Greg Kantarjian from Sanfransico (SFO). Topics included the recent power outages in SFO, the safety concerns arising from the loss of power, and the importance of having local and district-level safety advocates. This episode also tested the adaptability of our District 141 media and communications team as they were recording remotely from different locations and the complications that can arise with that; however, that Fighting Machinists spirit prevailed and produced an episode packed with safety information f...
2023-03-2030 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONS!Knights Of The Round Table!In this week's episode, the creators' Brian, Eric, and Lou, engage in a lighthearted conversation on morning affirmations that transcended into an entire episode on our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The work of the District 141 EAP team is nothing less than stellar, and we encourage all of our members to take advantage of all the resources that our EAP program has. For all our EAP resources, you can find them at https://iam141.org/141eap/.Credits:Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Funding from Alex Ge...
2023-03-1031 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSThe Carlos and Joe Show!!While in class at the William W Winpinsinger Center for Education and Technology in Hollywood, Maryland, Cohost Lou Gilmore meets two first-time students. Carlos Vazquez from United Airlines and Joseph Dutkey from American Airlines. These two young machinists share how they got involved with the union and what skills they hope to learn to serve our membership better. This episode shows how all machinists have a first day, whether in a class at the center or the first day on the job, and the importance of including our new members so they can get involved in union activism.
2023-03-0326 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSThe Knoble 1!!In this week’s episode, Cohost Lou Gilmore is on sight at Local Lodge 1725’s Shop Steward Training in Charlotte, NC, for AA Fleet Service and has the opportunity to interview Mike Knoble, the Grievance Committee Chair for Charlotte’s Fleet Service Members. Topics of Union Density, EAP work, mentorship within the Union, and what they do to decompress from the stresses that can come with being a union activist. Mike and Lou share details of the rich history of Local Lodge 1725 and how they were both in the same hiring class as legacy US Airways employees. Overall this episod...
2023-02-2444 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONS“It’s your problem; Outsourcing anywhere is a problem everywhere”In this episode, the hosts look to the future and discuss what the merged company's outsourcing strategy may look like moving forward. They will discuss the impacts that outsourcing at a merged JetBlue could have in ongoing contract negotiations at other airlines. Credits:Hosts: Eric Price, Brian Vega, Lou Gilmore.Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.Funding from Alex Gerulis and Oversight by Mike Klemm. Machinists 141 Connections is a product of the District 141 of the International Associations of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Di...
2023-02-1032 min
So Much More Podcast With Carol Elizabeth141 | Understanding the power of enneagram with Tracy O’MalleyIn this episode of the so much more podcast we are joined by Tracy O’Malley. Tracy doesn’t have your typical highlight-reel bio, which is also what makes her remarkably gifted at identifying your blindspots and success blocks. This multi-millionaire entrepreneur you see today was not set up for success, in fact, the odds were stacked against her. Tracy has been arrested, been a black-out drunk, divorced with two little kids and broke, and had to rebuild her life and businesses from rock bottom without the friends, network, and family support that many people assume she must have had...
2023-02-0254 minMACHINIST 141 CONNECTIONSLabor Crossroads, Episode 1: the LEADS ProgramThe LEADS Program is a mentorship program the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers uses to bring more women into leadership positions within the union. In this episode, we look at the program from the perspective of two Mentees, Sisters Ashante Marzette and Patricia Amoa-Devoux. We also include an insightful view of the program by AGC Terry Stansbury. Terry long ago established herself as someone with little patience with the glass ceiling. Here, she gives a detailed account of her path to leadership as a woman and how she has no plans to be the last female in l...
2023-01-0223 min
Paid in Exposure Photography PodcastBetter Assist Your Clients Wedding Planner | Ep 141 feat Sharee of Couture EventsWedding Planner Sharee Allen of Couture Events stops by to share some insight on how Wedding Photographers can better assist Planners for an amazing Wedding Day.1:30 Welcome in Sharee Allen of Couture Events - 3:30 Lessons of Banquet Service - 11:30 True Self Care is a Accomplishment - 21:00 Why Conferences in Your Industry is Important for Your Team - 30:30 Help to Better Serve Your Wedding Planner - 52:45 Brides Make Sure Planner Gives You This - 1:00:00 Instagram Weddings are the Worst!Follow Couture Events - Instagram - Facebook
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The Q-Chat Podcast: Self-Love and Empowerment Conversations for QueensThe Q-Chat Ep. 141 "Geaux Truth and Freedom" Featuring Truth Coach RandyI had a wonderful chat with Truth Coach Randy regarding letting go of the past and his journey of freedom from anxiety and depression.
BIO: In 2014 Coach Randy commenced his voyage of becoming a “truth coach”. By mere definition a truth coach is a vessel that assists individuals to acknowledge and vanquish the elements in life that create self-inflicted mental illness. As a coach, his mission is to pilot others in living in true authenticity; their personal TRUTH. One can gain clarity of living in their authenticity by detaching from illusions embedded in one's mind. When one lives...
2022-07-1252 min
IAM 141 Report141 Report - Final Report with Host Dave Lehive talking to IAM Local 2508 United Airline CommitteeJoin us this week on the 141 Report as host Dave Lehive's final district interview talks to Local 2508 Orlando United Airlines Committee Chair Gene Betty and Committee person Diego Veron. The Brothers give the viewers and listeners their reports about the membership. Gene and Diego discuss the difference they see being union compared to non-union JetBlue Ramp workers.
2022-04-1516 min
Identity at the Center#141 - 2022: Year of the MFA BypassJim and Jeff talk with Andrew Shikiar, Executive Director at the FIDO Alliance, about why he thinks 2022 will be the year of the MFA Bypass and what FIDO is doing to provide options to IAM practitioners to move towards possession-based authentication.
Connect with Andrew on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewshikiar/
Learn more about the FIDO Alliance: https://FidoAlliance.org
Learn more about the FIDO Certified Professional Program: https://fidoalliance.org/fido-certified-professional-program/
FIDO UX Guidelines: https://fidoalliance.org/ux-guidelines/desktop-authenticator-ux-guidelines/
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2022-04-1155 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - 2559 Cookout GDA EventThis week's 141 Report is about the Sky Harbour 2559 Don Carbonneau Cookout in Phoenix AZ. Our Viewers and Listeners get to hear from over 6 guests in this 14-minute video. We will hear from the new 2559 President Jeff James who begins the report and talks about the recently passed Brother President.
2022-04-0510 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Women's appreciation day Newark Local 914In this week's 141 Report our viewers and listeners meet Sister Djenane Sauls who talks about the recent Women's Appreciation event that took place at Newark Local 914. Our sister also talks about her recent success in becoming a first-time author and writing a book about her very personal story.
2022-03-2914 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - New Communicator joins District 141On this week's 141 Report we meet and hear about District Lodge 141 newest communicator who joins the team. United Airlines SanFrancisco based Brian Vega talks to host Dave Lehive about the work he has done and the recent appointment that was made by 141 PDGC Mike Klemm.IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications representative talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video reports can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videosTwitter at twitter.com/iamdistrict141Youtube at www.youtube.com/user/iam141orgwhere we...
2022-03-2509 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - The Pro ActThe Protect the Right to Organize is the focus of this week's 141 Report. Northern Virginia President of the AFL-CIO Virginia Diamond fills the viewers and listeners in on why this federal legislation is so important to America's workers. Sister Diamond describes the action that union workers are doing to get 1 US Senate from her state to sign on to support passing the Pro-ACT.
2022-03-1826 minIAM 141 Report141 Report Learn about the IAM Represented United Airlines Security forceThis week, join the 141 Report for an interview with two machinist guests from San Franciso airport! Our focus this week is about the IAM-represented United Airlines Security officers who watch over the 3000 workers who go into the hanger facility each day. IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications representative talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video reports can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videosTwitter at twitter.com/iamdistrict141Youtube at www.youtube.com/user/iam141orgwhere we hear from union members a...
2022-03-1110 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - NYC Powerhouse Local 1322141 Report - NYC Powerhouse Local 1322This week the viewers/listeners meet New York City IAM Local 1322, new President Steven K Jenkins. Brother Steven tells us about his early days and how he rose to become the new leader of this important powerhouse for workers. Education is an important topic and in this week's report, we learn about LGA and JFK machinist's steward's training for the airline workers they represent.
2022-03-0412 minIAM 141 Report141 Report Employees who need help, EAP is readyThis week the 141 Report focuses on what happens when a member knows they need EAP help. IAM 141 EAP Director Bryan Hutchinson walks the viewers thru the process and describes the various ways members can get support. This is a very informative report for anyone who needs aid from this good union program.IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications representative talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video reports can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videosTwitter at twitter.com/iamdistrict141Youtube at www.youtube...
2022-02-2520 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Inspiration from Black HistoryOn this week's 141 Report we have two IAM Brothers, Justin Wadlington from Philadelphia PA and Mike Knoble from Charlotte NC as they discuss the inspiration and who they look up to from Black History. We hear about how important Brother Justin's IAM union contract supports his love for art. Brother Justin reports about his Local 1776 Brothers and Sisters who support his passion in Philly. Brother Mike Knobel speaks about how he rose thru the ranks in Charlotte becoming a Grievance Committee Chair. Brother Mike talks about the many friends and family who guided him and encouraged him along the wa...
2022-02-1825 minIAM 141 Report141 Report Strong Union in Puerto RicoThis week, join the 141 Report as the viewers meet Sister Daisy Rios a committee person for United Airlines 53 IAM represented employees at San Juan PR airport. Our Sister talks about how having the IAM union on the island has been very important for the membership over the years. A second report continues about a new 141 Education Team Instructor Venus Eastling who tells us about her first 141 education class she helped teach this week.
2022-02-1112 minIAM 141 Report141 Report Sister takes lead for Safety at Hawaiian AirlinesSister Ku'ulei McGuire joins the 141 Report from Honolulu Hawaii as she talks about her new position as IAM District 141 Safety Director at Hawaiian Airlines. Podcast Host Brother Dave Lehive talk's to her about what her goals are in making the workplace safer for union members at her carrier.IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications representative talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video reports can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videosTwitter at twitter.com/iamdistrict141Youtube at www.youtube.com/user/iam141org
2022-02-0413 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Important Safety Program at AAThis week on the 141 Report the topic is about GSAP, the Ground Safety Action Program at American Airlines. Association Safety Advocates IAM 141/1776 Dennis Spencer and TWU Local 568 Mitch Lieberman brief the viewers about some concerns Association members are having filing safety reports.IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications representative talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video reports can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videosTwitter at twitter.com/iamdistrict141Youtube at www.youtube.com/user/iam141orgwhere we hear from union m...
2022-01-2814 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: New Hire Outreach and Education Program141 Report: New Hire Outreach and Education Program 21 January 2022 In this week’s 141 Report, host Dave Lehive sits down with two new 141 union educators who are involved with efforts to educate new hires about unionism, Sean Rosario and Bruno Pereira. Most Americans have limited experience with unions and unionism. Decades of anti-worker legislation and lax enforcement of labor laws have resulted in fewer and fewer opportunities for Americans to join together in a union. Today, fewer than one in ten workers belong to a labor organization, and the overall American workforce is rapidly losing power as a result. Moreover, the lack of...
2022-01-2114 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - 1st Female President of Local Lodge 1725 Helena ThorntonFor years, Helena Thornton has worked with a team of union activists in Charlotte, creating strong bonds with surrounding communities and building power for union members. Today, Helena is the first woman to hold the position of President of her local, Lodge #1725. Hear her tell her story on this week’s 141 Report.IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications representative talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video reports can be seen on these platforms:Facebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videos Twitter at www.twitter.com/iamdistrict141 Youtube at ww...
2022-01-1423 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Union Power in Dulles VirginiaAs the new year begins the 141 Report takes the listeners to Dulles International Airport to hear from 3 IAM Union leaders from Local 1759. They brief Dave about the membership and the work they do to help the union grow and be strong in this southern state. IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications Coordinator talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video report can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videos orYoutube at www.youtube.com/user/iam141orgwhere we hear from union members and f...
2022-01-0715 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Union Strong Sister in the Hawaiian IslandsThis week's 141 Report catches up with Jen Romano, who represents Remote Reservations agents at United Airlines. We also have an update about Spirit Airlines - their recent ratification vote passed with an astonishing 98%! That agreement was signed into effect this week, marking a new era at the airline. IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications Coordinator talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video report can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videos orYoutube at www.youtube.com/user/iam141orgwhere we hear from u...
2021-12-1717 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - ST Alex Gerulis talks about the Largest District in the Machinists UnionIn this week's 141 Report we get an inside look at the financial office at the Largest District inside the Machinist Union. ST Alex Gerulis talks about how he and his staff handle the finances for some 34,000 IAM union members. Brother Gerulis gives a tour speaking with several staff members and the duties they perform at the Elk Grove Village Il. headquarters. IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications Coordinator talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video report can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/v...
2021-12-1016 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Legislative update from Dave RoderickIn this week's 141 Report, an update from the 141 Legislative Director Dave Roderick as he speaks about the benefits to the viewers from the signing into law of the Infrastructure Bill by President Biden. Brother Roderick also talks about the importance of the Build Back Better legislation which now is in the Senate to be debated. Dave also fills the membership in on MNPL and a chance to get a really cool-looking T-Shirt. IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications Coordinator talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video report can be seen o...
2021-12-0319 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Stress and depression during the holiday season, EAP can help!This week Dave speaks with the 141 South Central EAP Regional Rep Belinda Hawkins. The topic will be about issues our members are facing during the holiday season and how the Machinists Union Employee Assistance Program is getting members the help they need. If you need help please visit the EAP section on the website at http://iam141.org/141eapIAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications Coordinator talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video report can be seen on Facebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videos or Youtube at www.youtube...
2021-11-2617 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - 4th Generation Airline worker talks about San AntonioThis week on the 141 Report, Jennifer Carlson a 4th Generation Airline worker based in San Antonio describes her family history and her current role at this important Line station. Sister Jennifer represents about 100 IAM members and talks about the importance of completing the UA Contract survey which is online at https://iam141.org/ua-pre-negotiation-surveys/ IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications Coordinator talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video report can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videos orYoutube at www.youtube.com/us...
2021-11-1914 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Philadelphia is a Union Town141 Report - Philadelphia is a Union TownOn this week’s 141 report Host, Dave sits down with 4 leaders from the American Airlines Grievance committee who represent 1400 Fleet Service Brothers and Sisters at Philadelphia International Airport. Chairman Derrick Monk, Committee members Maria Davis, Jonathan Ortiz, and Terrence “Chooch” Murray brief the viewers about the large union group they look after
2021-11-1216 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - United Airlines IAM EWR Grievance Committee ReportThe IAM Grievance committee is a cornerstone of the union, and Newark New Jersey Local 914 has one powerful team. This week the 141 Report is speaking to Committee Chair Karl Thomas, (ATW) Committee Elisabeth Groner, (BTW) Committee Faysel Silwany, (Stores) Committee Richard Roberts, Maintenance Instructor Committee Michael Carbone, and Committee Secretary Will Josey. The six Committee members brief the viewers about their backgrounds and experience in their respective departments and talk about their current positions.The main focus of this week’s report was the pre-contract negotiations survey for IAMAW Members at United Airlines, released online Monday. Sister El...
2021-11-0517 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Spirit Airlines TA and committee ConferenceOn the 141 Report this week, Brother Dave Lehive speaks to Spirit Airlines Local 368 IAM member Chris Willis. Brother Willis served on the union negotiating team that recently produced a historic Tentative Agreement for membership at the airline.The Agreement will create the highest wages and overall compensation rates for ramp agents in the airline's history. Our members will receive wage increases that are, on average, 30% higher than they are now. Lead premium increases, more opportunities for double-time pay, and new trainer positions will allow Machinists Union members to earn even more from their current work....
2021-10-2917 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Houston Strong United Airlines Grievance CommitteeIn this week's 141 Report, Brother Lehive brings the viewers to Houston, Texas, to meet up with the Local 811 Grievance Committee. The Committee includes Carlos Ayala, Bruno Pereira, and Chairman Gary Welch. Welch is also a District 141 Vice President (At-Large).Carlos Ayala told viewers, "I started in the airline industry back in 2006. And have come up as a shop steward. And then eventually as a grievance committee person, here in Houston for local 811 under District 141." Bruno Pereira told Dave, "I've been in the airline industry with United/Continental since 1999. I started as a shop steward, and now I'm a...
2021-10-2224 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - New Officers of District 141In this week's 141 Report, Brother Dave meets up with two of the newest officers of District Lodge 141. Sister Jen Jolly and Rodney Walker have joined the Executive Board as recent Vice Presidents at Large. These two proud Machinists entered their positions effective October 1st.The 18-minute video interview tells how they rose through the ranks to sit at the table with 35 other officers from the largest district in the IAM.Sister Jen talks about her beginnings in 1991 in Salt Lake City at Continental Reservations. She describes the work she has been doing in 9 western states...
2021-10-1517 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Paws for Pascarella a Guide dogs Charity eventOur 141 report this week takes us to IAM local lodge 1759 in Herndon, Virginia, as the membership conducted the annual Paws for Pascarella Guide Dogs of America charity event. The video report begins with an update from 141, President Mike Klemm, who traveled to Dulles Airport to conduct a station visit with the United Airlines membership. In the Video podcast Brother Mike Klemm, informs the membership about this week's trip to the United Airlines hub at Dulles Airport and Local 1759.On Tuesday Mike attended the monthly Lodge meeting, Mike spoke to the members about the vaccine mandates, both at...
2021-10-0814 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Retirement is a big decision.141 Report - Retirement is a big decision.This week's 141 Report includes Paul Platt, the President of Local 2765 in San Diego, and Orlando's John Staton, who serves as A District 141 Vice President At-Large. Also appearing on the program are Karen Conley, Local 1487 Retiree's Club President, and Dave Roderick, IAMAW District 141 Legislative Director and recent retiree from United Airlines.The 20-year Machinists Union Member, Paul Platt, begins the report by informing viewers about a recent retirement event held at the San Diego Local Lodge. "Due to covid restriction, the last year and a half many members took...
2021-10-0122 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - District Educators meet in ChicagoThis week, the District 141 Education Department held a two-day workshop at the District Headquarters in Chicago, Illinois. The workshop was hosted by Mac McGovern, the District Director of Education.District educators help train union stewards and local officers by holding on-site classes at local lodges around the country. The training classes cover a wide range of union topics, including understanding contract language, officer responsibilities, and best practices for union stewards as they participate in employee discipline hearings. The lessons are available to all IAMAW 141 Members, Committee Members, and Local Officers across all airlines represented by the District.
2021-09-2410 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Strong Union membership at DCAIn this week's 141 Report, Dave interviews the Grievance Committee at Washington's DCA Reagan Airport. The Fleet Service Committee Chair Salieu Turay and Committee members Delvonte Bratcher and Richard Villanueva talk about the 520 strong membership represented by the IAM - TWU Association.Brother Salieu says the membership is unified and talks about the two workgroups that are represented. Of the combined membership, there are two units; the larger Fleet service group and the smaller operations group known as the HCC (or control tower), with about 17 members. The overall mix of the Association membership at DCA is about 75 percent...
2021-09-1722 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Labor Day, 3 Local Presidents are interviewed this week!This week on the 141 Report the topic is about Labor Day and host Dave Lehive speaks to 3 Local Presidents Larry Reeves Local 1776, Bill Huston Local 1759, and Sal Foria Local 1322. Several other IAM members including IAM 141 AGC Bill Wilson comment about our worker's holiday on this week's report.IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications Coordinator talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video report can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videos orYoutube at www.youtube.com/user/iam141orgwhere we hear from union...
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IAM 141 Report141 Report - What does an AGC Do?141 Report: What Does an AGC Do?Dave Lehive is on another Zoom trip to Chicago to ask: What does an AGC do?Dave talks with four union brothers elected Assistant General Chairs of District 141. They are part of the District 141 Executive Board, where there are 20 other AGCs like them, representing almost 40,000 members working in the United States and US territories.Joe Bartz, Mike Cyscon, Mike Quartuccio, and Erik Stenberg share their background and experience in the airline business and the IAMAW. This is a very experienced group, with the junior man having 32 years...
2021-09-0323 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: Summer Fun, Fundraising, and Politics141 Report: Summer Fun, Fundraising, and PoliticsDave Lehive was at the Local 1487 Golf Outing last week, where the sold-out event attracted 144 golfers on a beautiful summer day. This was the Chicago local’s biggest fundraising event of the year to benefit Guide Dogs of America and Tender Loving Canines.The organizing committee, led by Local 1487 President Tony Licciardi, spent six months planning the event, which received the support of many of the local’s friends and allies in the community. Union members, their families, and friends enjoyed a great course, fellowship, and fresh air while rais...
2021-08-2721 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: Sean Rosario, Educator at United Lodge 914141 Report: Sean Rosario, Educator at United Lodge 914Dave Lehive stopped by a Shop Steward training class at Local 914 recently, and impressed by what he saw, he returned via Zoom to speak with Sean Rosario, Educator, Safety Advocate, and Shop Steward for the United Lodge 914 in Newark, New Jersey.Brother Sean Rosario is a 14-year veteran of Continental/United, and as a Lead Ramp Services Agent, has served as a Safety Advocate at EWR for 10 years. He is also a Shop Steward and has represented his local as a delegate to several IAMAW conferences and conventions...
2021-08-2014 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: Phoenix IAM Union Grievance Committee Grows in Strength141 Report: PHX Committee Grows in StrengthCensus numbers released this week show that the city of Phoenix, Arizona is the fastest-growing large city in the United States. Dave Lehive talks to members of the Grievance Committee at Sky Harbor Lodge 2559 to find out how the area’s growth and the challenges presented by the coronavirus in the past year have affected their work.Trina David, Committee Chair, with Dan Robinson and Brian Harrison, who serve as Committee Representatives, are elected to represent over 1,000 members working at American Airlines in Phoenix.IAM members at Am...
2021-08-1316 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: Interview with Mike Klemm, PDGC of District 141Dave Lehive gets District 141 President and Directing General Chair Mike Klemm on record with updates and news on negotiations, COVID recovery and vaccinations, and other hot topics. This 141 Report is a must-see!We begin with Mike telling his story about how he “grew up” at JFK Airport in New York City and first became a Shop Steward at Local Lodge 1322 in 1999. He was elected Grievance Committee Representative two years later, and in 2006 won election as Committee Chair for JFK and LGA. He was later elected Assistant General Chair of District 141, becoming President and Directing General Chair in 2015.
2021-08-0623 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: Interview with Mike Klemm, PDGC of District 141141 Report: Interview with Mike Klemm, PDGC of District 141
Dave Lehive gets District 141 President and Directing General Chair Mike Klemm on record with updates and news on negotiations and all the hot topics. This 141 Report is a must-see!
We begin with Mike telling his story of how he “grew up” at JFK Airport in New York City and first became a Shop Steward at Local Lodge 1322 in 1999. He was elected Grievance Committee Representative two years later, and in 2006 won election as Committee Chair for JFK and LGA. He was later elected Assistant General Chair of District 141, beco...
2021-08-0621 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: “A Proper Send-Off” in SFO Celebrates Retirements and Solidarity141 Report: “A Proper Send-Off” in SFO Celebrates Retirements and SolidarityWhat began as a plan to have a small retirement party for 49 Storekeepers who chose United’s voluntary separation programs turned into a day-long celebration for all Machinists Union members in SFO. Over 1,000 union members from Local Lodges 1781 and 1782 in Burlingame, CA enjoyed food, live music, games, and camaraderie while saluting their brothers and sisters moving on to new horizons after their service at United, American, Hawaiian and other carriers.Dave Lehive talks with Chris Lusk, Committee Chair and Vice President of Local 1781, who also serves...
2021-07-3019 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: The IAM Members Who Train Flight Crews141 Report: The IAM Members Who Train Flight CrewsDid you know that IAM members train United pilots and flight attendants? This highly skilled and specialized group of 150 IAM members design programs and provide training in aircraft systems and emergency procedures for United’s flight crews. Most of the group is based in Denver, but they also work in facilities in San Francisco and Chicago.Dave talks to Chip Wilson and Verne Luxenburg, two IAM members of Local 1886 in Denver, Colorado who work as Fleet Technical and Emergency Procedures Instructors. These crafts are covered by the Fl...
2021-07-2316 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - AA IAM Grievance Committee talks about solidarity141 Report: DEN Local 1886 Committee for American AirlinesDave returns to Denver International Airport to speak via Zoom with Local 1886 Grievance Committee members from American Airlines.Brothers Mark Chavez, Chairman, Nic Haberman, Secretary, and Ed Horvath, Assistant Committee Chair show that while they represent a smaller group of members at DEN when compared with their counterparts at United, their commitment, activism, and dedication are strong. One of the larger field stations in the American system, DEN has a very active group of union representatives.These three union brothers are veterans of airline mergers, and...
2021-07-1625 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Big Union membership deep in the South141 Report: Daryl Current, Taking Care of Business and PeopleAfter laboring through four airline mergers and doing his fair share of moving around to keep his airline job over 37 years, Daryl Current has a deep appreciation for what a good union contract can do for workers.141 Report host Dave Lehive catches up with his former coworker Daryl Current, the Grievance Committee Chair at Victory Local Lodge 1725 in Charlotte, North Carolina.Dave and Daryl reminisce about their days working together in Newark, New Jersey before Daryl settled in Charlotte in 2006. He was a Shop...
2021-07-1017 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Denver Local 1886 Guide Dogs Charity EventThis week the 141 Report is about the very successful Guide Dogs of America and Tender Loving Canines Charity event held in Denver. Our guest is Brother John Martinez the President of Local 1886 for the IAM.IAM District Lodge 141 Report with Host Dave Lehive a communications Coordinator talks to guests every Friday at 2 pm Eastern. Our Video report can be seen onFacebook at www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videos orYoutube at www.youtube.com/user/iam141orgwhere we hear from union members and friends and allies of the labor movement. Join us
2021-07-0215 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: EAP Always There141 Report: EAP Always ThereDave interviews Joe Washburn, District 141 EAP Coordinator for the Southeast Region about the resources available to IAM members and their families to help them overcome personal troubles.The past 16 months have presented challenges to the way we work and conduct our everyday lives, and for many people, they have intensified problems they may have been able to manage in the past.Joe talks about how Employee Assistance Program Peer Coordinators have seen an increase in the number of members seeking help to cope with mental health and financial problems...
2021-06-2513 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: Meet the Scholarship Judges141 Report: Meet the Scholarship JudgesDistrict 141 members enjoy many benefits besides those enshrined in our contracts, and today’s 141 Report features the Adolph Stutz Memorial Scholarship Awards. Since 1984, this competitive scholarship program has helped district members and their families by providing monetary awards to support their efforts to earn college degrees.Dave interviews Frank Casciato, Executive Vice President, and Dan Brin, Managing Editor at Bleiweiss Communications, a 100% union public relations firm based in Calabasas, California that has worked with organized labor groups for 75 years. Bleiweiss has had a working relationship with District 141 since 1981.Th...
2021-06-1814 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: GSAP Rollout at American, PA State Council Conference141 Report: GSAP Rollout at American, PA State Council ConferenceSafety First. The culture of working safely drives everything we do as a union. Dave Lehive welcomes back Dennis Spencer, District 141 Safety Coordinator at American Airlines to update us about the rollout of the GSAP safety reporting system at American.Asia McClain, a GSAP Advocate from Local 561 in Kansas City, Missouri, joins the conversation to share her views on how the implementation of this important safety program is going and how it has improved safety at her station.Front-line workers have filed over 100 GSAP...
2021-06-1115 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: Brother Ivan Miranda speaks about the Happy Homecoming at JFK141 Report: Happy Homecoming at JFKFew guests of the 141 Report have been as happy as Local 1322 Committee Chair Ivan Miranda. He talks with Dave about the return of IAM members at United to John F. Kennedy Airport after a five-year absence.A 24-year veteran of Continental Cargo and United Airlines, Ivan describes “the joy to be home” that 50 IAM members feel since their return to their jobs at JFK Airport in Queens, New York. In the fall of 2015, they were forced to transfer to other area airports when United consolidated flights and closed JFK, a deci...
2021-06-0408 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: Walt Ingram, Union Sportsmen Alliance141 Report: Walt Ingram, Union Sportsmen Alliance“If you’re a Machinist and you love the outdoors, the Union Sportsmen Alliance is the place for you to be,” says Walt Ingram, Director of Union Relations for the Union Sportsmen Alliance.Formed in 2007 by a group of charter union affiliates, including Machinists, Steelworkers, and Building Trades members, the Union Sportsmen Alliance’s mission is to “unite the union community through conservation to preserve North America’s outdoor heritage.”Walt explains how the group provides opportunities for members to build relationships and become more engaged with their union aw...
2021-05-2820 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: Joe Lanasa “You wouldn’t be talking to me right now if we didn’t have a union,”141 Report: Joe Lanasa President of IAM Air Transport Local 1731In recent years, and especially since the mega-merger of United and Continental Airlines in 2011, few stations have seen the turmoil Cleveland has.Joe Lanasa has been president of IAM Local 1731 since 2020, just seven years after a friend who was a committee member urged him to get more involved in the union. United Airlines workers founded the local in 1946, and while small today, under Joe’s leadership, it remains a strong and active group in the IAM.Air Transport Local 1731 currently represents 272 members working at Un...
2021-05-2122 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Chicago Federation of Labor and the IAM work together to help people in need.Keepers of the Flame: Don Villar and the Chicago Federation of LaborDave talks with Don V. Villar, Secretary-Treasurer of the Chicago Federation of Labor about the city’s important role in labor history and how it drives their commitment to today’s working people.The Chicago Federation of Labor is the third-largest central labor council in the United States, an umbrella organization with 300 union affiliates representing over half a million members from Chicago and Cook County, Illinois.Don Villar was literally born into the union movement - his mom gave birth to him...
2021-05-1419 minIAM 141 Report141 Report - Doug Kohler speaks about how the Union helped raise wages and give a voice to the workers141 Report: Doug Kohler, President of Air Transport Local 1885This week Dave heads up to the Pacific Northwest to catch up with Doug Kohler, President of Air Transport Local 1885 in Portland, Oregon.A 24-year veteran at United Airlines, Brother Doug Kohler began his career in Eugene, Oregon before he transferred to PDX in 2000. Doug was a strong supporter of the organizing effort for Customer Service agents at the airline in 1999, and he credits the IAM with the elimination of “C scale” wages and bringing pay equity and fair representation for all workers. He became active in the...
2021-05-0715 minIAM 141 Report141 Report -There's a difference from non union to Union say's 811 President Leroy Taylor141 Report: Leroy Taylor and the Local 811 PushbackDave speaks with Leroy Taylor, President of Local 811 in Houston, Texas.Based in the largest city in Texas, IAMAW Local 811 represents below the wing workers at United and American Airlines. Leroy Taylor began his airline career with Continental Airlines in 1986, attracted primarily by the flying benefits the job offered. He initially kept his full-time job at a local hotel until a year later when full-time Lead RSE positions became available. Leroy decided to make a change and “lose a gig with the hotel but earn a career with th...
2021-04-3021 minIAM 141 Report141 Report interviews 51 year Airline worker and Union Leader Bill Huston141 Report: Bill Huston and Capital Lodge 1759In this 141 Report, we speak with the president of one of the oldest airline locals in the IAM, Capital Lodge 1759, based in Herndon, VA, just outside Dulles International Airport.Brother Bill Huston has worked in a variety of functions both below and above the wing in his 51-year career at United Airlines. He started working on the ramp in Norfolk while he was attending college and later transferred to customer service at IAD. Since the CS group joined the IAM in 1999, Bill has served as Shop Steward, Building Committee...
2021-04-2313 minIAM 141 Report141 Report Member Spotlight on Community ServiceAs members of the Machinists Union, we are called to expand our footprint beyond the workplace and engage with the communities we call home. Finding these intersections between work and home is a vital part of creating modern unions that are more in touch with the needs of real people, according to IAMAW District 141 Community Service Director Cristina Odoardi.This edition of the 141 Member Spotlight features three of our District 141 Community Service leaders so we can learn about some of the important work they are doing. The video features Noelle Sakamoto from Local Lodge 1781 in Burlingame, California...
2021-04-2011 minIAM 141 Report141 Report talks to IAM 141 Employee Assistance Program UA Chairperson Tony RodriguezThis week on the 141 Report, we travel via zoom to Denver, Colorado for a conversation with the new District 141 United Airlines Employees Assistance Program Chairperson, Tony Rodriguez. Brother Tony takes over the position from Kathy Furgeson, who has retired.The District 141 EAP can quickly and confidentially connect you to counseling, crisis intervention, and other wellbeing services.The Machinists & Aerospace Union partners with hundreds of deeply caring and trained professionals who can help guide you through a wide range of challenges.To Contact an EAP Rep, Click http://iam141.org/141eapWatch...
2021-04-1620 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: Al Yamada, President of Sea-Tac Local 1351 and the locals long history representing airline workers141 Report: Al Yamada, President of Sea-Tac Local 1351A 35-year veteran of United and second-generation Machinist, Al Yamada keeps building the leadership team at Local 1351.We travel via Zoom to Sea-Tac to speak with the president of one of the oldest local lodges in District 141. When it was founded in 1941, members of IAM Local 1351 worked at airlines that are now part of history, like Flying Tigers, Northwest, and TWA. Today, the local represents 315 members who work for United, American, and Hawaiian Airlines at SEA and UGE workers at Payne Field (PAE).Local 1351 President Al...
2021-04-0912 minIAM 141 Report141 Report: For Workers’ Rights: Kelly Hughes, IND Committee Chair 4-2-2021For Workers’ Rights: Kelly Hughes, IND Committee ChairToday’s 141 Report travels via Zoom to Indianapolis, to talk to Kelly Hughes, Committee Chairperson for Local 511.Sister Kelly Hughes has lived through the ups and downs of the airline business, and her experiences have made her a strong and dedicated unionist. She left her job at United in IND less than a year after she had started, uncertain of her future there in the aftermath of 9/11. She returned in 2007, only to be furloughed two years later. Determined to make things work, she transferred to STL where her...
2021-04-0218 minIAM 141 Report141 Report with Labor Lawyer Frank Marco giving suggestions to Shop Stewards and Non Union workers 3-26-2021141 Report: Frank A. Marco, Trusted Partner in Labor LawThis week Dave speaks with Frank A. Marco, a partner at Gregorio & Marco who is the manager of the firm’s Labor Law department.A skilled Labor lawyer is a necessary asset for any successful union. Navigating complex employment laws, labor contracts and changing conditions in the workplace often requires the advice of an experienced counsel. Their work is also valuable in issues related to organizing and union administration.Frank A. Marco is a graduate of Marquette University and Cornell Law School and has re...
2021-03-2620 minIAM 141 Report141 REPORT: JOHN MARTINEZ, PRESIDENT OF LOCAL 1886 IN DENVER - Why its good to become an IAM memberMar 19, 2021This week Dave travels to the Mile High City of Denver, Colorado, to speak with John Martinez, President of IAM Local Lodge 1886.A native New Yorker, John moved to Denver searching for job opportunities, and just a few years after he began working at United, his coworkers suggested his “vocal” style would make him a good union representative. Brother John Martinez has held positions as Shop Steward, Grievance Committee Rep, and also served as Local 1886 Trustee and Vice President before he was elected President in 2011. Now serving his third term as pres...
2021-03-1925 minIAM 141 Report141 Report from Chicago with Local 1487 President Tony Licciardi141 Report: Local 1487, Honoring the Past, Embracing the FutureThis week’s 141 Report features the largest local in District 141. Based at O’Hare International Airport in Chicago, IL, Local 1487 is an amalgamated air transport local representing over 7,000 members from United, American, Southwest, British Airways, and Alaska Airlines, and also airline support workers from UGE, Menzies Aviation, and Swissport.Local 1487 President Tony Licciardi speaks with Dave about how happy he was to join the IAM when he began working at United in 1997, and within a year he became an active union member serving as Shop Steward. Over the...
2021-03-1218 minIAM 141 Report141 Report with Pittsburgh IAM Local PresidentThis week the 141 Report speaks to the President of Local 1044 Charlie Defrancesco. The Local maybe a small local now but has a strong membership. Listen to this weeks report or feel free to watch our video broadcast at 2pm Fridays on social media at https://www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videos/?ref=page_internal
2021-03-0522 minIAM 141 Report141 Report with Labor Assistant Professional Ken Morse 2-26-2021This week the 141 Report host Dave Lehive sits down and interviews L.A.P Chairperson Ken Morse as we discuss Employee Assistance Programs. At 2pm Friday the 141 report broadcasts its video program on Facebook. You can watch this week's show here at this following link https://www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videos/467973300993727/
2021-02-2612 minIAM 141 Report141 Report with Local President and Vice President 2-19-2021Join host Dave Lehive and the 141 Report as he zoom visits South Florida and speaks to the new President and Vice President of Local 368. The Video show goes live at 2pm Est Friday. You can listen now or watch here at this link https://www.facebook.com/IAMAWDistrict141/videos/876940779811170/
2021-02-1916 minIAM 141 Report141 Report about Labor and legislation with Dave Roderick for 2-12-2021Join the 141 Report as we speak with IAM 141 Union Legislative Director Dave Roderick as he briefs us about what's been going on in DC for Labor from the White House.
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