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Going Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Stronger Together: The Power of Union EngagementWe're back with two more Local 2881 members, both from District X, who are stepping up in the Advanced Leadership Class. In this episode, we talk more about why active participation is essential in the fight for fair wages, benefits, and working conditions.
2025-06-1736 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Leading with Strength: The Power of Union LeadershipStep into the world of leadership with two Local 2881 members as they attend the Local 2881 Advanced Leadership Class. This episode dives into the key traits of effective leaders and explores why an engaged membership is the foundation of union strength.
2025-05-2026 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Workers Comp, Part 2We continue our conversation with Jason and Kevan about navigating workers comp and resources available to L2881 members. Be sure to go back and listen to part 1!
2025-04-0141 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Workers Comp, Part 1Join us for a conversation with Kevan Fox from the L2881 Injured Member Liaison (IML) Committee and attorney Jason Wells as we discuss navigating workers comp.
2025-02-2554 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 19: History of the Union, Part 2We continue the conversation about the history of the union with former L2881 President Ray Snodgrass and former L2881 State Rank & File Ken Hale. We pick up the conversation at the first MOU and talk about some of the changes and successes we've seen through the years.
2024-11-2634 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Ep. 18: The History of the Union, Part 1Join us for the first episode in our history series! Today we are talking with former L2881 President, Ray Snodgrass, and former State Rank & File, Ken Hale. We talk about the beginning of the union through the first contract.
2024-10-2939 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Retirement and the UnionJoin us for a discussion with two of our Chapter Retiree Directors on the preparing for retirement, retirement life, L2881 retiree benefits, how to become an L2881 retiree member and more!
2024-10-0150 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Open Enrollment and BenefitsJoin us for a discussion on the Open Enrollment - important dates to keep in mind, how to change your health benefits, resources, and more!
2024-09-0339 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881What it Means to be an L2881 Union RepJoin us for a discussion on what it means to be a union rep! This episode was recorded during one of our rep class trainings this year and features some of our rep class trainers. For more information on the rep class or any of our L2881 trainings, visit the member side of the L2881 website.
2024-06-1831 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Women in CAL FIRELast month we talked with four women in CAL FIRE about the perspective women bring to the fire service and the unique challenges they might face. We hope you enjoy the discussion!
2024-04-231h 01Going Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Conversations from the Membership Support ClassJoin VP Pete Munoa, District II VP Nick Garcia, District X VP Patrick Walker and the Honor Guard Commander Chris Bruno as they talk about the Membership Support class how the Union assists its members in times of need.
2023-06-2041 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 12 - Conversation from Advanced Leadership TrainingGuest host Sean Edwards is back, leading a discussion with President Tim Edwards, District I VP Josh Smith, and former District 10 Deputy VP Jeremy Salizzoni.
2023-05-091h 14Going Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 11 - Local 2881 TrainingsIn the first episode of 2023, President Edwards sits down with District II VP Nick Garcia and District III VP Brad Niven to talk about the different union trainings offered by Local 2881.
2023-02-2125 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 10 - Podcast Takeover Part2 with Jordan Motta and Sean EdwardsListen to part 2 of the conversation President Edwards had with Chapter Directors Jordan Motta and Sean Edwards. Note, the bargaining update provided in the episode is still the most current update as of today, 7/27/22.
2022-07-2754 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 9 - Podcast Takeover Part 1 with Jordan Motta and Sean Edwards2022-07-2553 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 9 - Podcast Takeover Part 1, with Jordan Motta and Sean EdwardsChapter Directors Jordan Motta and Sean Edwards are taking over the mics today and interviewing President Edwards.
2022-07-2053 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 8 - Convention recap & looking ahead with President EdwardsIn the first episode of 2022, you get a recap on our annual convention and President Edwards gives a vaccine update and gets frank on negotiations and staffing. We also hear from your new State Rank & File Director Peter Boctor.
2022-02-2119 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 7 - Update with Labor Attorney Gary MessingPresident Tim Edwards talks with your labor attorney and Chief Legal Counsel, Gary Messing, about current issues and updates that affect our members.
2021-10-1547 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 6 - Aaron Read & AssociatesIntroducing Aaron of Aaron Read & Associates, our longtime legislative advocate who works hard for you at the capitol.
2021-09-2455 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 5 - Common Resolve featuring CAHPIn this episode, we are joined by California Association of Highway Patrolmen President Rick LaBeske and their Chief Executive Officer and Chief Negotiator Carrie Lane as they discuss a variety of topics surrounding bargaining, pay parity, and similarities and differences between our labor organizations.
2021-07-131h 38Going Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Quick update with the L2881 Chief NegotiatorChief Negotiator and Legal Counsel Gary Messing, is back for a brief discussion with President Tim Edwards on recent events, budgets, and current legislation impacting CAL FIRE Local 2881 members and their families.
2021-06-1816 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Union Activism, Organizing, and Collective BargainingIn this episode, President Edwards sits down with IAFF organizer in Strategic Campaigns and Greensboro NC, Local 947 President Dave Coker, and has a candid conversation about his struggles and successes with union activism, organizing, and the importance of keeping labor history alive.
2021-05-0450 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 2 - Current Issues & Actions with the L2881 AttorneyIn this episode, CAL FIRE Local 2881 Chief Legal Counsel and Chief Negotiator Gary Messing, talks with President Tim Edwards about the recently filed CalOSHA complaint and what L2881 is doing about the staffing issues. They also touch on the bargaining process and how it works.
2021-04-0246 minGoing Direct with CAL FIRE Local 2881Episode 1 - Introduction and Hot TopicsIn our introductory episode, we discuss all things staffing, current political struggles, and our goals for this podcast. President Edwards and VP Pete Munoa give you a raw, unscripted, and factual account of where we are at and where we are going. Listen and you'll have a front-row seat to a discussion where they are "going direct" to our membership.
2021-02-2720 min