UAW 2209 Trucked Up

Hello Trucked Up listeners! I know its been a while since our last post but we will have an episode soon to explain it. Till then please enjoy this episode which showcases Black owned and operated small businesses here in Fort Wayne Indiana. 

In this episode we discuss the upcoming kickball tournament, organized by the Union Label committee, being held on October 1st. Listeners are more than welcome to come out and watch, food and beverage bracelets are ten dollars. 

Shop chairman Rich LeTourneau and Trainer Adam Clark join Mike and Nelson to speak about the Annual Chairman's Golf Outting that takes place this year on September 24. 

In this episode Brian and Nelson speak with Rolando Acevedo, Roy Mungia, and Rick Garza to speak about their  Hispanic Heritage. Hispanic Heritage month is nationally celebrated from September 15 through October 15.

In this episode Nelson and Brian sit down with Local 14 member Brian Van Pelt and discuss LGBTQIA and the union.

In this episode, we sit down with John Santoro, an adjunct professor at NYU. We discuss his career, and the struggles he and his peers face at their local union bargaining with the university. 

On this weeks episode of Trucked Up, we sit down with Mark Gevaart and discuss each days events of the 38th Constitutional Convention at Cobo Hall in Downtown Detroit.  Check out Marks podcast, My Labor Radio On all platforms where you listen to podcast. www.mylaborradio.org/  

Mike and Nelson sit down and speak with Tony Totty, the president from Local 14, and Brian Van Pelt, also from Local 14 to discuss the convention and more.

Mark DeLaGarza sits down and talks with us about his career with GM, and his youth baseball development program, Summit City Sluggers.

On This weeks episode of Trucked Up podcast we sit down with Lloyd Osborne and Mike Bynum from The United Way as well as Courtney Gagnepain from Local 2209 Community Service Committee. We Discuss The partnership between Local 2209 and The United Way and Upcoming Events Happening in Allen County.

This episode we speak with fellow UAW 2209 member Mike Armstrong. We discuss his career with General Motors as well as his up and coming rap career. 

In this episode we sit down with Mike McClain, the chairperson of the nurse's unit and discuss the current COVID protocol and some other health and medical information.

Nelson and Brian sit down with some members from the Veterans Committee and discuss the Veterans Memorial Shrine and the Burn Pits legislation that is currently in Congress.

Ryan Bultemeier and Scott Houston speak with Nelson and Brian about the Getting Miles Club they established.

In this episode, we sit down with Steve Lanier and Courtney Lewis and discuss Juneteenth.

Constitution Convention Delegates in order of appearance: David Poor Katrina Combs Melinda Ladd Christopher “John” Shortridge Kyle Kellogg Allison Norris

Constitution Convention Delegates in order of appearance: Tony DePew Rich LeTourneau Vernell Thomas Jr. Damikco Stockard Amy Houston Chris Phillips  

Greetings everyone, in this episode Nelson Rodriguez and Milinda Raddenbach speak with Gary Graham of Pyromaniacs Fireworks here in Fort Wayne to promote his business, and to promote the fireworks display that will be held at the UAW Local 2209 Union Hall on Sunday, May 29th.

Welcome back Trucked Up Listeners! Today we sat down with our UAW 2209 Recording Secretary, Amy Houston. Amy is a huge fan of the Fort Wayne Trails, so much so that she has been running a fundraiser for the Fort Wayne Trails for seven years now. If you want a t-shirt be sure to register by June 6th. The Pedal Poker Run will be on June 16th. You can register at : pedalpoker2022.eventbrite.com

Welcome back listeners! Adam and Andy Clark have been the active organizers at UAW Local 2209 for the Make A Wish campaign for over 10 years. The campaign is a joint venture between General Motors and the UAW. Adam and Andy share some touching stories and talk about how the program has grown since they've been in apart of it. Please enjoy!

Hello everyone! In this episode of Trucked Up Podcast, Mike and Nelson sit down with Region 2B Director Wayne Blanchard and discuss his beginnings in the UAW. His goals and aspirations for the region and the general state of the region. Please Enjoy.

Hey listeners, in this episode we sit down with Mark Gevaart and discuss inflation and the Constitutional Convention. This is an epsiode you don't want to miss!

In this episode with sit down with the chairperson for Avancez Tire and Wheel (formerly Android) and the chairperson for Caravan. 

In this episode, the podcast team sits down with a few vacation reps to discuss the changes to the vacation system.

Welcome Trucked Up listeners to a new episode where Nelson Rodriguez travels to UAW Local 128 in Troy, Ohio to meet with members who were locked out. Nelson sits down with UAW Local 128 President Joe Konicki, committeeperson Deon Harris, Ryan Shook, and Charles Willbanks.

On this episode of Trucked Up. We speak with James Dixon, an amputee that works at the plant that has used his disability to become a true inspiration. James Dixon tells us his story of how he became an amputee and the struggles and victories he's had in his life leading him to today. 

Welcome everyone, on this episode Mike, Angie, and Dave sit down with Thad McCallister, Steve Fulk, and Greg Hudson, the new First Responder Training Coordinators, and discuss the new First Responder Training Program. 

In this episode we sit down with Rich LeTourneau and Holli Murphy to discuss a little of what to expect next year on the shop floor. Holli provides updates to the union hall, and some significant accomplishments our union has made over the past year.

Welcome 2209, In todays episode of Trucked Up, we sit down with Mark Gevaart and discuss the 2008 bankruptcy. You can checkout his podcast by searching “My Labor Radio”. Enjoy!

Welcome 2209 listeners, in todays episode we talk with Amy Richardson of region 2B.   ***Family Scholarship Week*** Who can participate in the program? All active or laid off UAW members in good standing are eligible to apply for a Family Scholarship if you have never attended the program before. You must also be willing to use your regular vacation, personal leave or union leave time (where permitted by contract) to attend. Past participants are not eligible to reapply. Your spouse (or significant other with same legal address) and children/grandchildren 4-18 years old may attend with you. You may be required to provide a birth certificate or proof of legal guardianship for each attending child. Children under 4 years old cannot be accommodated and other relatives, non-relatives and retirees are not eligible to participate – no exceptions!  Children and parents will be housed together for the week.  Applications will be made available in early 2022.

welcome 2209 listeners, this is episode three of the three part united front series.

Welome 2209 listeners, this is the second united front episode of a three part series

Welcome 2209 listeners, this is the first united front episode of the three part series.

Hello 2209 Listeners, In todays episode we talk to Paula, and John with the Community Service Committee.   Questions and Suggestions email dwise2209@gmail.com   #LaborRadioPod

Welcome back 2209 listeners, in todays episode we talk with Beverly and Brittney about breast cancer awareness and the events going on.     Questions or suggestions can be emailed to dwise2209@gmail.com

Welcome 2209 listeners in today's episode we talk to Deanna and Jamie about the pro act.   Questions and suggestions email dwise2209@gmail.com

Welcome 2209 Listeners, In todays episode we talk to Dan Huddleston a servicing rep. for Region 2b.   questions or suggestions email dwise2209@gmail.com

Welcome 2209 listeners, in todays episode Mike and Dave talk about labor news and updates on local news.    Contact Mike Fairchild @ (260) 519-0469 or Adam Clark @ (260) 223-1568 for the gun raffle Wyatt Schmaltz Foundation on facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/TheWyattSchmaltzFoundation   contact the hall at (260) 672-2209 or email erika.keeser@uaw2209.org to register uaw region 2b academy   follow the local 2209 podcast on facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/groups/local2209podcast  

Hello 2209 Listeners, in todays episode Mike and Dave talk about some labor news going on recently. If you'd like to sponsor a family for toys for toys you can go to toysfortots.org To sign up for the ornament do it yourself class please call the union hall to register. (260)672-2209

Welcome 2209, In todays episode Mike, and Dave sit down with Michele Buckler and Mike Fairchild.   Follow us on facebook @local 2209 podcast

Welcome 2209 listeners, in todays episode we recap previous episodes and information.   For uaw endorsements: www.uawendorsements.org Sample ballots: www.indianavoters.com www.vote411.org   Coat drive: www.volunteerfortwayne.org To donate to salvation army go to www.salvationarmyusa.org        

Hello 2209 listeners, in todays episode we talk with Beverly and Brittany about breast cancer awareness.   Follow us on facebook @ local 2209 podcast

Welcome 2209 In Todays episode we talk with Mike and Angie. We also sit down with James Dixon from the new Health and Fitness Committee.    Join us on facebook @ Local 2209 Podcast or click the link https://www.facebook.com/groups/718190728961216

Welcome 2209 in Todays episode we did a interview with Dave, and Luvenia so you can get to know us. Dont forget to join the Local 2209 podcast Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/groups/718190728961216 For early voting locations   https://Indianavoters.in.gov/countycontact/index   For UAW endorsements https://uawendorsements.org/

Hey 2209 Listeners,  We have a special episode that includes DeAnna Watson who talks with Tim Scroggs of The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) (Some previously recorded on 9/22)  Follow us on Facebook Local 2209 Podcast https://www.facebook.com/groups/718190728961216

Hello 2209 listeners, In this weeks episode we talk to Brant Driscoll the 2nd Shift Ergo Rep.    Join The Local 2209 Podcast Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/718190728961216

Hello 2209! In this episode we talk to Shane Davis local 2209s Financial Secretary.    Like us on facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/718190728961216/?ref=share Don't forget to follow us on podbean, itunes  spotify, or whatever platform you are using.   For any questions or suggestions please call the hall at (260)672-2209. 

Welcome 2209 listeners today we have a short episode! To join the labor celebration visit face book page @NEIChapter or go to https://aflcio.org/about-us/history .  Important info: Amalgamated units 8am-4pm Wednesday September 16th flu shot rsvp before September 10th call (260)672-2209   Deadline to register to vote Oct. 5th Greater Allen County cap council facebook page https://www.facebook.com/GACCAP/   Phone banking: https://tinyurl.com/INCAP2020 Or email ajmeier22@gmail.com Or call (260)672-2209   Uaw endorsements link: Uawendorsements.org

Welcome 2209! In this episode we talk to Susan Taylor the Adapt/Manpower Rep. Any Questions or Suggestions can be sent to dwise2209@gmail.com Also we have a facebook group www.facebook.com/groups/718190728961216/  

Hello, 2209 listeners! Today we talk with Jim Peters the newly elected Vice President of Local 2209. We discuss amalgamated units of 2209. Thank you for listening!   Questions and suggestions please email dwise2209@gmail.com If you haven't already please follow us on podbean, spotify, iTunes or wherever you listen! Also we now have a facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/718190728961216/?ref=share

Welcome 2209 Listeners! Today we have Marcia the first shift EAP Rep.  Join our UAW Local 2209 podcast page https://www.facebook.com/groups/718190728961216/?ref=share   Questions and Suggestions Email: dwise2209@gmail.com or ask on the facebook page.