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The Oklahoma Unions Podcast

The Oklahoma Unions Podcast

By: Bronte Yardley Tim O'Connor
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 The Oklahoma Unions Podcast brings you inside the world of working people across our state. Each week, we sit down with labor leaders, union members, and community voices to talk about the fights, the history, and the victories that shape the lives of Oklahoma’s workers. From the picket line to the Capitol, hear real stories about solidarity, organizing, and the future of labor in our state.2025 The Oklahoma Unions Podcast Social Sciences World
Episodes
  • Pay Paraprofessionals

    Pay Paraprofessionals
    Sep 9 2025
    In this episode, we’re joined by Ashley Boerwinkle, the newly elected president of AFT Local 4574, representing school support staff aka paraprofessionals. She shares her journey into union leadership, the challenges facing support staff, and her vision for building a stronger voice for workers in Oklahoma schools. Links Be sure to follow and tag The Oklahoma Unions Podcast on our socials @okcolf Episode Idea? Email: okcolf@gmail.com Episode Credits: Produced, edited, and mixed by Bronte Yardley Artwork designed by Bronte Yardley
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    35 mins
  • Be Sure You Do

    Be Sure You Do
    Sep 2 2025
    In this episode, we talk with Bob Bearden, a letter carrier and proud member of NALC Branch 458, about life, the importance of union solidarity, and what it means to serve Oklahoma communities through the postal service. Links Be sure to follow and tag The Oklahoma Unions Podcast on our socials @okcolf Episode Idea? Email: okcolf@gmail.com Episode Credits: Produced, edited, and mixed by Bronte Yardley Artwork designed by Bronte Yardley
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    32 mins
  • Social Media to State Fed

    Social Media to State Fed
    Aug 27 2025
    In this episode, we sit down with Isabella Rodriguez, the young Political Director of the Oklahoma State AFL-CIO, to talk about her journey into labor politics, what it means to navigate Oklahoma’s unique political landscape, and how unions can build power for working people. From her personal story to her vision for the future of labor in Oklahoma, this conversation highlights the energy and leadership of a new generation of union activists. Links Be sure to follow and tag The Oklahoma Unions Podcast on our socials @okcolf Episode Idea? Email: okcolf@gmail.com Episode Credits: Produced, edited, and mixed by Bronte Yardley Artwork designed by Bronte Yardley
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    22 mins
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