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In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
President Abilio Villaverde on the 27th TWU International Convention
President Abilio Villaverde talks about the upcoming 27th TWU International Convention September 15-19 in Las Vegas.He goes over the delegate nomination and election process, what to expect as a delegate, the importance of our Local having representation at the convention, and some inspiring moments he's experienced at past conventions. Website: www.twu555.orgYoutube: TWU Local 555Facebook: TwuLocal555Instagram: @TWULocal555X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2025-06-19
08 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Month with HNL Ramp Agents Mahealani Nauahi and Kamalani Paraan
Our extended interview with Kama and Mahea on the importance of hula, preserving Pacific island history, how they talk story through their dance and advice for mainlanders visiting the islands. Watch the Heritage Month video from the TWU Local 555 Civil & Human Rights Committee here.Website: www.twu555.orgYoutube: TWU Local 555Facebook: TwuLocal555Instagram: @TWULocal555X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2025-05-28
12 min
The Labor Exchange on KGNU
KGNU Labor Exchange We Are Family with Abilio Villaverde TWU 555
KGNU Labor Exchange - We talk to TWU 555 President Abilio Villaverde about his new children’s book about union solidarity, We Are Family. We also delve into what it takes to work in extreme conditions as ramp crew at some of the world’s busiest airports. [Book Link]
2025-04-28
25 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Celebrating Black History Month with BHM Ramp Agent Tony Smith
We continue our Heritage Month Podcast Series on location in BHM with Ramp Agent Tony Smith. Tony talks about growing up in Birmingham during the civil rights movement, his ties to one of our country's civil rights heroes, the progress we've made and have yet to make, and what Black History Month means to him. Make sure you check out our Heritage Month Video with Tony as he takes us around to some of the most important locations in the fight for civil rights in Birmingham. https://youtu.be/iQ8Iiy2JNRE...
2025-02-21
12 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s5e05 Getting to Know: President Abilio Villaverde
In an extended conversation, President Villaverde looks back at the highs and lows of 2024, and the gains the LEB has attained by working together in the first nine months.He also talks about the strength of our Local and the two issues that our Union must overcome as we grow our solidarity to its fullest potential. Watch the 2025 TWU Local President's Address to the membership here: https://ytube.io/43G1 Website: www.twu555.orgYoutube: TWU Local 555Facebook: TwuLocal555Instagram: @TWULocal555X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2025-02-14
25 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s5e04 - Getting to Know: 1st VP Tony Slavings
1st Vice President Tony Slavings talks about the role of 1st VP, the progress made and the benefits of building relationships with the new L.E.B. Members, and why it was so vital for the Education Committee to start the year focusing on Article 23 - Attendance.Website: www.twu555.orgYoutube: TWU Local 555Facebook: TwuLocal555Instagram: @TWULocal555X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2025-02-13
14 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s5e03 Getting to Know: 2nd VP Bryan Gaulle
2nd VP Bryan Gaulle on getting the call to run for higher service to his Union, the importance of listening before acting, the committees he liaisons, the role of the 2nd VP, and the biggest issues facing our Local moving forward in 2025.
2025-02-12
21 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s5e02 Getting to Know: Financial Secretary/Treasurer Jason Sonnabaum
Jason Sonnabaum talks about his lifelong passion for organized labor, the duties of the Treasurer, challenges of the position, and his excitement over the future of the Local.Website: www.twu555.orgYoutube: TWU Local 555Facebook: TwuLocal555Instagram: @TWULocal555X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2025-02-11
17 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s5e01 - Getting to Know: Recording Secretary Nicole Salinas
Recording Secretary Nicole Salinas is In the Breakroom to talk about her rise as a union advocate, her first term so far, and the duties of the Recording Secretary.Website: www.twu555.orgYoutube: TWU Local 555Facebook: TwuLocal555Instagram: @TWULocal555X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2025-02-10
17 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Announcement: Spanish Language C.B.A. (Gold Book Contract) Available Now
We are excited to announce the release of TWU Local 555’s first ever Spanish Language Collective Bargaining Agreement aka “the Gold Book Contract,” with an interview from the development team that brought this massive undertaking from conception to publication. President of TWU Local 555 Abilio Villaverde, District 2 Representative Edgar Jimenez, Gold Book Negotiator and Civil & Human Rights Committee Member Jesus Gomez Garcia, and MCO Alternate Rep Khayan Martinez talk about the process, including the personal connection they had to this endeavor and why it will be beneficial for all of our Members for years to come.
2025-01-30
16 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Michelle Garay - LAX
Ops Agent and Civil and Human Rights Committee Member Michelle Garay (LAX) is "In the Breakroom" to talk about Hispanic Heritage Month. Michelle talks about her family emigrating to the U.S. from Nicaragua, finding her community, building a family, and the importance of how immigrant values contribute to the strength and prosperity of TWU Local 555 and the United States. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by MusicRevolution & Jamendo
2024-10-03
19 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e09 - Getting to Know: District 1 Rep George Davis
Get to know George Davis from BWI who is serving his first term as District 1 Representative. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2024-10-03
09 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e13 - Getting to Know: District 9 Rep De Mon Murphy
De Mon Murphy is the elected Rep for District 9, the newest district for TWU Local 555. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2024-08-16
09 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e12 - Getting to Know: District 8 Rep Sam Conte
Get to know Sam Conte, the newly elected Rep from District 8 after years of serving as the alternate. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2024-08-15
10 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e11 - Getting to Know: District 5 Rep Mark Koudelka
Mark Kouldelka-SAT is the newly elected Rep from District 5. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2024-08-14
11 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e10 Getting to Know: District 2 Rep Edgar Jimenez
Edgar Jimenez, the District 2 Representative from MCO, talks about the early days of his first term. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2024-08-13
11 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e09 - Getting to Know: District 1 Rep George Davis
Get to know George Davis, who is serving his first term as District 1 Representative. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2024-08-13
09 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Celebrating Pride Month with Ray Perez Pitstick - SAN (part 2)
The show is on the road in SAN to talk with Ramp Agent Ray Perez Pitstick as we honor Pride for the "In the Breakroom x Heritage Month" series. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2024-06-26
12 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Celebrating Pride Month with Ray Perez Pitstick - SAN (part 1)
The show is on the road in SAN to talk with Ramp Agent Ray Perez Pitstick as we honor Pride for the "In the Breakroom x Heritage Month" series. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2024-06-26
16 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Canh Tran-SEA
In the Breakroom on the road in SEA to talk with Ramp Agent Canh Tran as we honor the contributions Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have made to our Local, our communities and the country. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2024-05-23
05 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Larry Fisher-LAS
In the Breakroom with LAS Ramp Agent Larry Fisher as we honor the contributions Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have made to our Local, our communities and the country. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2024-05-23
08 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
In the Breakroom - State of Our Union 2024 with President Randy Barnes
President Randy Barnes talks about the State of Our Union in 2024. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2024-03-04
32 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
President Randy Barnes on survey participation, next steps for negotiations, & a holiday message
President Randy Barnes talks about the Member participation in the recent survey, the next steps for the Negotiating Committee, and a message for the Members on the holiday season. Sign up for Text Message updates from your Negotiating Committee here Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2023-11-21
09 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Your Negotiating Committee Announces the Post Tentative Agreement Survey
Your Negotiating Committee announces the release of the Post Tentative Agreement Survey with details on how to participate and why Member involvement is so important. Sign up for Text Message updates from your Negotiating Committee here Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2023-10-18
14 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
LEB Officers on the T.A. Vote and What's Next
Local Executive Board Officers react to the Tentative Agreement vote, the Member turnout, the upcoming survey, and what the Local needs from its Members. President and Chief Negotiator Randy Barnes, 1st Vice President Jerry McCrummen, 2nd Vice President Albert Barbosa, Treasurer Jessica Hayes, and Recording Secretary Juan Cordova. Sign up for Text Message updates from your Negotiating Committee here Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2023-10-02
19 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Negotiating & Election Committee's Phone Bank Information
Negotiators Ed Green and Melvin Baker are joined by Roy Nabors of the Election Committee to talk about the phone banks going on this week at the TWU Local 555 office. Negotiating Committee Phone Bank: Tuesday 0830-1700, Wednesday 0830-1100a central Election Committee Phone Bank: Tuesday 0830-1700, Wednesday 0830-11:59a central. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2023-09-18
04 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
President Randy Barnes on TWU Local 555 Tentative Agreement with Southwest Airlines
President and Chief Negotiator Randy Barnes announces a Tentative Agreement with Southwest Airlines. Please watch the comprehensive overview of the Redline Agreement from your Negotiating Committee on our YouTube channel at this link. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWULocal555 X/Twitter: @TwuLocal555
2023-08-15
04 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s3e10 Getting to Know Your Committees: Safety and Health (part 5)
In the final episode for now with your Safety and Health Committee we continue talking about the most pressing issues facing the committee and our members and ways they attack those problems. Thanks to Co-Chair: Karl Mager (TPA) Co-Chair: Steve Riley (DTW) Rudy Del Real (MDW) Dina Enders (LAS) Dan Hilton (PIT) & Randy Smith (PHX) Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2023-04-25
10 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s3e09 Getting to Know Your Committees: Safety and Health (part 4)
In this episode, we talk about the hot-button issues, the concerns they see and hear about the most from our members, and what they are doing about it. Co-Chair: Karl Mager (TPA) Co-Chair: Steve Riley (DTW) Rudy Del Real (MDW) Dina Enders (LAS) Dan Hilton (PIT) Randy Smith (PHX) Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2023-04-21
15 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s3e08 Getting to Know Your Committees: Safety and Health (part 3)
In this episode we meet the entire committee and what inspired them to fight for the safety and health of our members. Co-Chair: Karl Mager (TPA) Co-Chair: Steve Riley (DTW) Rudy Del Real (MDW) Dina Enders (LAS) Dan Hilton (PIT) Randy Smith (PHX) Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2023-04-20
10 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s3e07 Getting to Know Your Committees: Safety and Health (part 2)
In this episode, we learn from the Safety and Health Committee about the resources that should be available in your station and are available at the TWU555.org website. Co-chairs Karl Mager and Steve Riley also talk about what to do if they aren't and the importance of tracking data and trends on safety problems. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2023-04-19
15 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s3e06 Getting to Know Your Committees: Safety and Health (part 1)
We talk with Co-chairs Karl Mager and Steve Riley about their history with the committee, how the committee fits into the chain of command within the Local and the Company, and the Safety and Health Committee's mission statement. Stick around for the end of the episode for a question we want each member to know the answer to! Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2023-04-18
09 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Emergency Pod: 03/22/23 President Randy Barnes on Company-Paid Parking Announcement
President and Chief Negotiator Randy Barnes on the Tentative Agreement reached on Article 18 regarding company-paid parking for all members. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *intro music by Out to the World by Epidemic Sound
2023-03-23
03 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s3e05 Getting to Know Your Committees: F.L.O.C. Future Leaders Organizing Committee part 5
"Future Organizing" We end FLOC Week on a high note talking about the committee using all of its tools to help TWU Local 555 define the "Organized" in "Organized Labor." Your Future Leaders Organizing Committee: Chair & Board Liaison D.C. Chriss-MDW, Founder and Co-Chair Chris Lampe-MCI, Co-Chair Nicole Salinas-DAL, Recording Secretary Daja Ruiz-PHX, Social Media Coordinator Cypress McFadden-BWI, Zach Urgento-ALB, Michael Crouch-TPA, Chalmers Tyler-MDW, and Mike West-SEA. (FLOC'er Justin Prellwitz-LAS had a scheduling conflict and will join us in a future interview) Join their Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/428933321400243 Website: www.twu555.or...
2023-01-06
07 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s3e04 Getting to Know Your Committees: F.L.O.C. Future Leaders Organizing Committee part 4
The "Future Leaders" episode! The committee talks about the resources available to them, the collaboration with other locals, and the steps they take to make sure that in the "Future," every TWU Local 555 member is a "Leader." Your Future Leaders Organizing Committee: Chair & Board Liaison D.C. Chriss-MDW, Founder and Co-Chair Chris Lampe-MCI, Co-Chair Nicole Salinas-DAL, Recording Secretary Daja Ruiz-PHX, Social Media Coordinator Cypress McFadden-BWI, Zach Urgento-ALB, Michael Crouch-TPA, Chalmers Tyler-MDW, and Mike West-SEA. (FLOC'er Justin Prellwitz-LAS had a scheduling conflict and will join us in a future interview) Join their Facebook Group: https://www.fac...
2023-01-05
07 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s3e03 Getting to Know Your Committees: F.L.O.C. Future Leaders Organizing Committee part 3
Part one was "Leaders" Part two was "Committee" You can see where we're going with this......Let's talk "Organizing" in part three. Your Future Leaders Organizing Committee: Chair & Board Liaison D.C. Chriss-MDW, Founder and Co-Chair Chris Lampe-MCI, Co-Chair Nicole Salinas-DAL, Recording Secretary Daja Ruiz-PHX, Social Media Coordinator Cypress McFadden-BWI, Zach Urgento-ALB, Michael Crouch-TPA, Chalmers Tyler-MDW, and Mike West-SEA. (FLOC'er Justin Prellwitz-LAS had a scheduling conflict and will join us in a future interview) Join their Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/428933321400243 Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555
2023-01-04
11 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s3e02 Getting to Know Your Committees: F.L.O.C. Future Leaders Organizing Committee part 2
In episode one, we met the Chairs of F.L.O.C. Now let's meet the rest of the committee.... Your Future Leaders Organizing Committee: Chair & Board Liaison D.C. Chriss-MDW, Founder and Co-Chair Chris Lampe-MCI, Co-Chair Nicole Salinas-DAL, Recording Secretary Daja Ruiz-PHX, Social Media Coordinator Cypress McFadden-BWI, Zach Urgento-ALB, Michael Crouch-TPA, Chalmers Tyler-MDW, and Mike West-SEA. (FLOC'er Justin Prellwitz-LAS had a scheduling conflict and will join us in a future interview) Join their Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/428933321400243 Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: T...
2023-01-03
08 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s3e01 Getting to Know Your Committees: F.L.O.C. Future Leaders Organizing Committee (part 1)
In the Breakroom with F.L.O.C -Your Future Leaders Organizing Committee: Chair & Board Liaison D.C. Chriss-MDW, Founder and Co-Chair Chris Lampe-MCI, Co-Chair Nicole Salinas-DAL, Recording Secretary Daja Ruiz-PHX, Social Media Coordinator Cypress McFadden-BWI, Zach Urgento-ALB, Michael Crouch-TPA, Chalmers Tyler-MDW, and Mike West-SEA. Join their Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/428933321400243 https://www.facebook.com/groups/428933321400243/ Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2023-01-02
08 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Emergency Pod: 12/29/2022 "It's not about the weather" with President Randy Barnes
President Randy Barnes covers: The Local's preemptive actions in advance of Southwest's meltdown, "Was it a weather issue?" "Was it a staffing issue?" Station and District Representative reports, States of Operational Emergency, guaranteeing premium pay for all members during the holidays, and member's safety above and below the wing. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 Music: Intro: Out to the World from Epidemic Sound 331801349 Outro: Music Revolution 475206040
2022-12-30
15 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s2e07 Getting to Know Your Committees: Veterans (part 3)
In the Breakroom with your Veterans Committee: Chair Charli Bilodeau-MHT, Victor Zilinskas-MDW, Sheena Belton-FLL, and Antwain Strickland-ATL. Join their Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/twu555vc Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 Learn more about Honor Flights: https://www.honorflight.org/ Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2022-11-09
10 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s2e06 Getting to Know Your Committees: Veterans (part 2)
In the Breakroom with your Veterans Committee: Chair Charli Bilodeau-MHT, Victor Zilinskas-MDW, Sheena Belton-FLL, and Antwain Strickland-ATL. Join their Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/twu555vc Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2022-11-08
13 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s2e05 Getting to Know Your Committees: Veterans (part 1)
In the Breakroom with your Veterans Committee: Chair Charli Bilodeau-MHT, Victor Zilinskas-MDW, Sheena Belton-FLL, and Antwain Strickland-ATL. Join their Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/twu555vc Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255 Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2022-11-07
18 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Emergency Pod: 10/20/22 Economic Priorities in Negotiations Survey with President/Chief Negotiator Randy Barnes
President and Chief Negotiator Randy Barnes announces the next survey regarding "Economic Priorities in Negotiations." He also talks about previous surveys conducted by your Negotiating Committee, their purpose, and what the committee does with the data. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 Intro music: Breaking World News Logo 2 by Aleksei Gorobetc via Adobe Stock Outro music: Dominating 2 Stinger by Bobby Cole via Adobe Stock
2022-10-20
08 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s2e04 Getting to Know: Your Negotiating Committee (part 3)
It's the final part of our three-part conversation with the Negotiating Committee. President and Chief Negotiator Randy Barnes, Chuck Cerf, Melvin Baker, Ed Green, Jesus Gomez, and Robbie Gadd continue their conversation with Communications Coordinator Eric Peterson. In this episode, the committee answers the questions you might be wanting to ask, the questions you're asking in your breakrooms, and the common questions they receive via email at NegotiatingCommittee@twu555.org It's a segment we hope becomes a regular feature on the podcast so please make sure you subscribe and share the show. It's available on S...
2022-07-15
12 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s2e03 Getting to Know: Your Negotiating Committee (part 2)
In the second of our three-part series with your Negotiating Committee, President and Chief Negotiator Randy Barnes, Chuck Cerf, Melvin Baker, Ed Green, Jesus Gomez, and Robbie Gadd continue their conversation with Communications Coordinator Eric Peterson. The committee talks about their personal high and low points of the negotiations so far, the progress they've made, and the importance of having an open dialogue with the members during the process. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts where you can find previous episodes and new ones will automatically download. Website: www.twu555.org
2022-07-13
20 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s2e02 Getting to Know: Your Negotiating Committee (part 1)
In the first of our three-part series with your Negotiating Committee, President and Chief Negotiator Randy Barnes, Chuck Cerf, Melvin Baker, Ed Green, Jesus Gomez, and Robbie Gadd sit down with Communications Coordinator Eric Peterson. They explain Section 6 negotiations and the process involved, their goals for this contract, their background in the Local, and why they wanted to be part of the committee. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts where you can find previous episodes and new ones will automatically download. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555
2022-07-11
15 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Emergency Pod: 05/28/22 Proposed By-Laws Changes
President Randy Barnes, 1st Vice-President Jerry McCrummen, and 2nd Vice-President Albert Barbosa go into detail on the proposed by-laws changes and your opportunity to vote on those changes at the District Membership Meetings. They talk about the role of the by-laws and the procedure for making changes. Finally, they go step-by-step through each of those changes, the need for making them, and how members can have their vote and voice heard. STAY SAFE...UNITED...INVINCIBLE! Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts where you can find previous episodes and ne...
2022-05-28
45 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Emergency Pod: 05/22/22 President Randy Barnes & Second VP Albert Barbosa
President Randy Barnes and Second Vice-President Albert Barbosa talk about Side Letter of Agreement Ten that was just signed. They also have details on a new Work Rule Interpretation and how to get involved in the District Membership Meetings that are being held over the next month. STAY SAFE...UNITED....INVINCIBLE! Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts where you can find previous episodes and new ones will automatically download. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 Twitter: @TwuLocal555 ...
2022-05-22
34 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s2e01 Getting to Know Your Committees: Education
We sit down with your Education Committee members and talk about the mission of the committee, the background of its' members, the role of technology in educating the local, and more! This episode is dedicated to committee member Emory Marshall, a PHL Ops agent who passed away after the taping of this interview. Rest in Peace Emory. STAY SAFE...UNITED...INVINCIBLE! Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts where you can find previous episodes and new ones will automatically download. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: T...
2022-03-03
30 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Emergency Pod: 01/28/22 TWU Local 555 President Randy Barnes on Company's Agent Compensation Plan
President Barnes goes "In the Breakroom" with his reaction to the Company's announcement Thursday, January 27, 2022. He talks about their plan to increase wages for steps 1-4, targeting certain cities for increased compensation, retaining new hires, and what this means for our membership. STAY SAFE...UNITED...INVINCIBLE! Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts where you can find previous episodes and new ones will automatically download. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2022-01-29
24 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
SPECIAL: SWA Vaccine Information
Education Committee members Juan Cordova and Khyle Leong talk about SWA Vaccine Information *music by bensound.com
2021-12-17
04 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e08 - Getting to Know: District 8 Rep Abilio Villaverde
In the final episode of the "Getting to Know: District Rep" series we talk to Abilio Villaverde. Representing District 8, Abilio definitely has the largest district by area with the expansion to Hawaii. He talks about representing the new stations in the Aloha state, staffing issues, especially how they relate to DEN which has really been affected since the pandemic, and finally the importance of building camaraderie with your brothers and sisters off the clock. Thanks for listening to this series, and we are excited to bring you more content on a regular basis so make sure you SU...
2021-12-16
11 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e07 - Getting to Know: District 7 Rep James Barrett
James Barrett has been representing members as either a station or district rep for 23 years. We talk to J.B. about evolving with the times as a rep, some important parts of the contract and G.O.M. to constantly brush up on, some great advice for new hires and overcoming challenges representing his brothers and sisters during the pandemic. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts where you can find previous episodes and new ones will automatically download. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU...
2021-12-15
09 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1s06 - Getting to Know: District 6 Rep Tyler Cluff
District 6 Representative Tyler Cluff is In the Breakroom and we talk about his long history of leadership positions in the Local, why educating the district is a constant and evolving process, AND the most important. Tyler also talks about some of the things District Reps do for the members that you would never think would be part of the job description and we are lucky for it. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts where you can find previous episodes and new ones will automatically download. Website: w...
2021-12-14
10 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1s05 - Getting to Know: District 5 Rep Yolanda Long
First-term rep from District 5 Yolanda Long is In the Breakroom. We talk about her campaign and keeping campaign promises, the importance of social media, and representing the Local's oldest district. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts where you can find previous episodes and new ones will automatically download. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2021-12-14
12 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e04 - Getting to Know: District 4 Rep J.P. Loregnard
Great talk with District 4 Representative J.P. Loregnard from ATL. We talk about his history with the Local, what he learned in his campaign loss versus his election win, a really great piece of advice that all junior and senior agents can benefit from, and more! Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts where you can find previous episodes and new ones will automatically download. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 *music by Skilsel f...
2021-12-10
11 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e03 - Getting to Know: District 3 Rep Dan Chriss
We welcome District 3 Representative Dan Chriss from MDW. Friends call him D.C. so call him D.C. because he's everybody's friend! We talk about the benefits of getting involved with the Local early in your career, the continued importance of making station visits, and taking advantage of opportunities for the members to have some fun and friendly competition like the bowling tournament he hosted earlier this year. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 F...
2021-12-09
12 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e02 - Getting to Know: District 2 Rep Karl Mager
In episode 2 we are getting to know Karl Mager. Karl is in his second term as District 2 Representative and we'll talk about what he learned from his first term, the importance of communication, and what it's like representing one of the Local's fastest-growing districts. Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2021-12-08
07 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
s1e01 - Getting to Know: District 1 Rep Marwyn Hughes
Welcome to TWU Local 555's new podcast! In the first episode, we introduce you to the show and talk with District 1 Representative Marwyn Hughes from BWI Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. Website: www.twu555.org Youtube: TWU Local 555 Facebook: TwuLocal555 Instagram: @TWU555 *music by Skilsel from Pixabay
2021-12-06
09 min
In the Breakroom with TWU Local 555
Coming Soon!
A brand new podcast from TWU Local 555
2021-10-18
00 min
The Wrong 'Un
India vs England, Day 2, 1st Test - "India loves Nick Knight"
🇮🇳🏴2️⃣ 1st Test. Day 2. India come back with a vengeance. Well not really. It was England who returned with yet more impressive batting, and Ollie, Max, Sach and Bertie give you the rundown of everything the day had to offer. We're here for the second course in a potential 20 course meal of daily podcasts. So if we were in a posh tasting menu we're still in the canapes. Much like this Test match as everything is about to get interesting. England post 555-8 at the close of play and soon it will be the job of Virat Kohli's men to try and match it on a pit...
2021-02-06
21 min