Shows
Who Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.Senator Laphonza Butler Returns: Celebrating SEIU 2015’s 10-Year JourneySEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz sits down with former U.S. Senator and SEIU 2015 founding President Laphonza Butler to celebrate a decade of care, victories like the Fight for $15, and what’s next for California’s caregivers. #CareIsEssential
2025-07-0744 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.Who Belongs: Fighting for Birthright, DACA, and the Soul of CareWhen politicians attack immigrant rights, they’re also attacking the foundation of our care system. In this episode of Who Cares!, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz is joined by CNA Robert Oronia and labor organizer Alejandra Quintero to unpack the real-life impact of threats to birthright citizenship and DACA. Together, they explore what these attacks mean for care workers, immigrant families, and the soul of the labor movement—and how we can fight back.
2025-06-1835 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.California’s Care Crisis: The Human Cost of Budget CutsGovernor Newsom’s May revision budget proposal slashes IHSS overtime pay for caregivers, consumer access to care and nursing home oversight. SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz speaks with Solano County IHSS worker Daphne Dunstan and Local 2015 Statewide Policy and Research Director Brandi Wolf about the devastating impact and what we can do to fight back.
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2025-05-2827 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.Boycotts, Solidarity, and Building Worker Power with Nina TurnerOn this episode of Who Cares!, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz sits down with Nina Turner to talk about the power of boycotts, the rise of worker solidarity, and why her new organization We Are Somebody is fueling a new era of collective action. From strikes to the recent boycott of Target, Nina shares why standing up for justice—and spending our dollars accordingly—matters more than ever. Plus, Nina shares a personal caregiving story close to her heart.
https://ninaturner.substack.com/p/target-boycott-black-owned-brands
2025-04-2225 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.A Year of Wins: How Care Workers Changed California in 2024In this special episode of Who Cares, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz sits down with our new Executive Vice President Marcus McRae and Tehama County IHSS provider Jerrika Salyers to reflect on the powerful victories care workers won in 2024—from historic contracts to statewide legislative wins. Hear inspiring stories of member organizing, first-ever wage increases, and what’s next as we build momentum into 2025.
2025-03-3127 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.From Labor to Legislation: Rep. Jimmy Gomez on Protecting Caregivers & WorkersMedicaid cuts, mass deportations, and billionaire tax breaks—Congress is making choices that hurt working families. Rep. Jimmy Gomez sits down with Who Cares to discuss his fight for caregivers, immigrant rights, and labor protections in Washington.
2025-03-0527 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.Care, Courage, and Immigration: A Caregiver’s Fight to StayCare workers like Nancy are the backbone of our communities—but Trump’s immigration policies threaten their livelihoods. In this episode, we hear Nancy’s powerful story, the fight to protect TPS, and what’s at stake for caregivers and their clients.
2025-02-2416 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.Winning Fair Wages: A Conversation with Kim Evon & Claudia ArevaloFrom the Fight for $15 to major victories in IHSS and nursing homes, SEIU 2015 has led the charge for higher wages. Hear from union leaders on how these wins were achieved and how caregivers can keep pushing for more.
2025-02-1217 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.Fighting for Immigration Justice: A Conversation with Angelica SalasIn this episode of Who Cares, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz is joined by Angelica Salas, Executive Director of CHIRLA, to discuss the fight for Immigration Justice. They explore CHIRLA’s decades of advocacy, the challenges facing immigrant communities, and the urgent need to prepare for anti-immigration policies. Learn how unions and organizations like CHIRLA are building power to protect immigrant rights and how you can get involved in the fight for justice.
2024-12-1443 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.Fighting for Care and Justice: A Conversation with SEIU 2015 Leaders Carmen and LeilaniIn Episode 3 of Who Cares, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz talks with Executive Vice President Carmen Roberts about her journey from caregiver to union leader. Carmen then joins Leilani, a housing justice advocate, to discuss the critical issue of homelessness and affordable housing in Los Angeles. Together, they explore how union leadership drives social justice and support for caregivers.
2024-11-1126 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.Ontario-Montclair School District Board of Trustees member Flora Martinez Talks Long-Term Care IntersectionalitySEIU 2015 President Arnulfo De La Cruz welcomes special guest Flora Martinez. Flora is not only a proud SEIU 2015 member but also serves on the Ontario-Montclair School District Board of Trustees. They discuss her journey from caregiver to union advocate to public office. Flora shares insights into the intersections of caregiving & education, her work in disability and language justice, & her unique perspective as a Latina & mother balancing family, career, & community involvement.
2024-11-0512 minWho Cares! Shaping the future of long-term care one conversation at a time.Fresno County Supervisor Candidate Luis Chavez Talks Long-Term Care & Economic JusticeJoin Arnulfo De La Cruz as he interviews Fresno County Supervisor candidate Luis Chavez. They dive into Chavez’s background and passion for serving the Fresno community. Learn about Chavez's plans to uplift long-term care workers, address housing affordability, and champion economic and racial justice for all. As the 2024 election approaches, hear how you can support candidates who prioritize organized labor and care workers' rights.
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The Kristal Knight ShowIs This the Year of the Strike?With workers across a number of sectors currently on strike, SEIU 2015 President Arnulfo de la Cruz (@seiu2015 @arnulfoseiu2015) joins Kristal to discuss what these strikes mean for the future.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-09-2833 min
Ocu-PasiónVisual Metaphors and Cultural Reflections: Exploring Wenceslao Quiroz's Artistic Identity and Creative Legacy | Ocu-Pasión PodcastSend us a textCapítulo 060: On this episode of Ocu-Pasión, we have the pleasure of diving into the extraordinary artistic journey of Wenceslao Quiroz, a Los Angeles-based multidisciplinary artist and educator. Join us as we unravel the captivating story behind Wenceslao Quiroz's artistic journey. Gain insight into his creative process, the profound impact of his work on the community, and the unique perspective he brings to cultural narratives. Discover the fusion of personal experiences and artistic expression that has solidified Wenceslao's place in the vibrant art scene of Los Angeles.Born in Mexicali and...2023-07-031h 09