Episodes

  • Where we work: Burd and Fletcher
    Nov 2 2025

    On this episode we highlight the workers at Burd and Fletcher. We talk about their jobs, what they produce, and contract negotiations. If you have questions, podcast ideas or would like to be on an episode of "Where we Work" please email the podcast podcast@local778.org

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    15 mins
  • Lake City negotiating committee
    Oct 19 2025

    I sit down with the contract negotiating committee for Lake City. We discuss what changes they want to see, the training they have received, what folks can do to help, and everything people need to know. If you have questions, or podcast ideas please email podcast@local778.org

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    20 mins
  • Member spotlight: Brad Kreisel
    Oct 5 2025

    On this episode I sit down with the new president of the local Brad Kreisel. We discuss how he got started in the union, and what led him to a leadership position. Please listen and share. If you have questions, podcast ideas, or want to be interviewed for a "Where we work" episode, please email podcast@local778.org

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    8 mins
  • DBR Scott Brown update
    Sep 16 2025

    On this episode I sit down with DBR Scott Brown. we discuss the Midwest staff conference he and the other business reps attended. We discuss the upcoming negotiations for CAE as well as the Olin Lake City group. I give a brief synopsis of my time at W3 for leadership training. If you have questions, suggestions, or would like to be on a "Where we work" episode please email podcast@local778.org

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    16 mins
  • Call for action!
    Jul 29 2025

    On this episode I sit down with DBR Scott Brown and BR Kevin Watkinson. They just learned that one of our local dealerships that was filled with union members has been bought by the Molle auto group. They then told all of the union members that they were not being hired back. Please listen and spread the word to boycott these shops and call and demand that the hard working union members be hired and the unions be recognized.

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    18 mins
  • Mid year update pt 2
    Jul 27 2025

    On this episode I sit down with BR Kevin Watkinson. We discuss contract updates, and a supplemental insurance company that will be in town to sign up members. If you have questions, or would like to be on a "Where we work" episode please email podcast@local778.org

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    12 mins
  • Mid Year Update Pt 1
    Jul 4 2025

    On this episode I sit down with BR Landon Miner, as well as DBR Scott Brown. We chat about contract updates, organizing, and different things our union builds. If you have podcast ideas, questions, or would like to volunteer to be on a "Where we work" episode please email podcast@local778.org

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    28 mins
  • Retirees
    Jun 19 2025

    On this episode I sit down with the president and vice president of our retiree's committee. Brother Dwayne Cook (president) and JR Rogers (VP). We talk about their time in the shops, what positions they've held, and how the retirees are still working for our local and community even when their working days are over. If you have questions, podcast ideas, or would like to be featured on our "Where we work" episodes, please email podcast@local778.org

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    12 mins