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Some Patches Required
United Videogame Workers: Is This the Moment Devs Have Been Waiting For?

Some Patches Required

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 61:29


This week, Zak and Aaron sit down to discuss the newly formed United Videogame Workers Union — a brand-new collective attempting to bring the power of collective bargaining to every corner of the industry, regardless of company or position.They spend some time outlining the circumstances that brought us to this crossroads, and then dissect some of the potential positives of the movement as well as the challenges it may face moving forward. There are still a lot of questions left to answer, but one thing is for certain: this is a significant moment in video game history.Listen to Beach Girl on SpotifyCheck out MosscatMarket on EtsyCheck out even more MosscatMarket on Instagram

The Uptime Wind Energy Podcast
US Wind Unionization, Blade Weather Damage Insights

The Uptime Wind Energy Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 32:09


This week, we cover the unionization of Vestas technicians in Michigan, and research revealing significant blade damage occurs in short but intense weather events. At the Atlantic Shores offshore farm, an environmental permit was remanded by a judge. Dermot Wind Farm in Texas, also known as the Amazon Wind Farm, is our wind farm of the week. Register for the start of our webinar series with SkySpecs! Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary Barnes' YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! You are listening to the Uptime Wind Energy Podcast, brought to you by build turbines.com. Learn, train, and be a part of the Clean Energy Revolution. Visit build turbines.com today. Now here's your hosts, Allen Hall, Joel Saxum, Phil Totaro, and Rosemary Barnes. Allen Hall: Before we start the program this week on March 26th. At 11:00 AM Uptime sits down with Josh Goryl CRO of SkySpecs, and their newly appointed CEO Dave Roberts for an exclusive conversation in our new joint webinar series. You may have heard about Dave recently stepping into the role. Now's your chance to hear from him directly and we'll dive into what's new at SkySpecs, the latest industry insights, and what their newest announcement means for the future of wind turbine inspections. Wind o and m. And asset health management, so don't miss it. Tune in on March 26th, 11:00 AM Eastern, and we'll include the webinar registration link in the show notes. Up in Michigan, wind turbine technicians who perform operations and maintenance on Vestas turbines have voted to join the Utility Workers Union of America. Marks the first Vestas wind technicians in North America to unionize. The 11 member group voted nine to one, so someone abstained obviously in favor of organizing and will become members of the UWUA local 2, 2 3, which also represents winex at DTE in Michigan. Now these workers are responsible for operations and maintenance on about 120 odd turbines, including MCE. So Joel, this one's a little unique and maybe 'cause it's Michigan unions are really strong in Michigan, have been for a hundred years. 'cause the auto workers, and this seems like an outgrowth of that, but what is the relationship with Vestus in unions? Is that something that they have done in Europe quite often and this is just carrying over into the United States? Or is this. An American move. Joel Saxum: I think it's an American move. If you look at the state of Michigan, like you said, auto workers are there. They're heavily unionized. And because they're heavily unionized and that state has looked at them as, they do well. It's in good middle class incomes and, that, that's driven some progress over the last a hundred years in Michigan. My, some of my in-laws are from Michigan and they're boilermakers and they're all unionized. And when they say get that union job, they've got it. They've made it right. So I understand the city or the state of Michigan and some of the ideas around there. And I think that if you, in wind, if you were to pick a state that would've unionized first. Michigan would be at the top of your list probably. So I don't think it's a Vesta thing necessarily. I think this is a local Michigan thing, but I don't also believe, Vesta is being a Danish company and they have, a lot of trade representation there from in all trades in that northern part of Europe. I think that's, it's not abnormal to Vestas either. It's probably abnormal to Vestas. United States Management, but Vestas as a company, eh, pretty standard thing. I'm curious to see what their package looks like, because now we're in this era of IRA bill things, right? So we,

Marketplace Tech
Workers hope to steer giant Southern EV battery plant toward unionization

Marketplace Tech

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 6:54


The electric vehicle industry in the Southeast is growing rapidly, with increased sales, charging stations and manufacturing. Buoyed by notable victories in the last couple of years, the United Auto Workers union is revving up efforts to organize the EV and battery sector in the South. One target is a sprawling campus in rural Kentucky that, once completed, will be one of the largest EV battery plants in the world. A supermajority of workers at BlueOval SK has asked the National Labor Relations Board for a vote on joining the United Auto Workers. The nearly $6 billion electric vehicle battery campus in Glendale, Kentucky, is part of a joint venture between Ford and South Korea's SK On.

Marketplace All-in-One
Workers hope to steer giant Southern EV battery plant toward unionization

Marketplace All-in-One

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 6:54


The electric vehicle industry in the Southeast is growing rapidly, with increased sales, charging stations and manufacturing. Buoyed by notable victories in the last couple of years, the United Auto Workers union is revving up efforts to organize the EV and battery sector in the South. One target is a sprawling campus in rural Kentucky that, once completed, will be one of the largest EV battery plants in the world. A supermajority of workers at BlueOval SK has asked the National Labor Relations Board for a vote on joining the United Auto Workers. The nearly $6 billion electric vehicle battery campus in Glendale, Kentucky, is part of a joint venture between Ford and South Korea's SK On.

Monday Morning Radio
Phillip B. Wilson Reveals the #1 Foundational Behavior of Successful Leadership

Monday Morning Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 57:28


Are you the kind of boss employees want to follow — or the one they desperately avoid? Phillip B. Wilson, our guest this week, is a nationally recognized expert in leadership, labor relations, and fostering positive workplaces. As CEO and General Counsel of LRI Consulting Services, Wilson champions what he calls “Approachable Leadership.” His philosophy is simple: The more accessible and down-to-earth executives and frontline supervisors are, the more their businesses will thrive. Conversely, when leaders create a wide power gap between themselves and their employees, they risk driving away top talent or pushing workers toward unionization. Get an advanced look into Phil's upcoming book, The Leader-Shift Playbook (available now to preorder from Amazon), and hear why he believes that even the most unapproachable bosses can be transformed. You can't afford to miss this episode if you lead a team — whether you're a frontline manager, a C-Suite executive, or the owner of a business. BREAKING NEWS: On February 27th, HR Acuity, the enterprise leader in case management and investigations software, announced the partnership between its empowER™ community and Labor Relations Institute Consulting Services (LRICS) to launch a new professional segment specifically focused on labor relations. (Read the news release here.) Books by Phillip B. Wilson: The Leader-Shift Playbook The Approachability Playbook Left of Boom Monday Morning Radio is hosted by the father-son duo of Dean and Maxwell Rotbart. Photo: Phillip B. Wilson, LRI Consulting ServicesPosted: March 3, 2025 Monday Morning Run Time: 57:28 Episode: 13.38 Pick up a copy of All You Can Eat Business Wisdom for yourself Fun, well organized, and brimming with useful information, this is a book that some will want to read cover-to-cover and others will treat as a reference book to look up subjects as needed; either way, it's a delight.  — Kirkus Reviews

RadioLabour
Has Amazon scared off unionization?

RadioLabour

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 15:28


With the closing of warehouses in Quebec Amazon is trying to stop its workers from unionizing. But Unifor's director of organizing, Justin Gniposky, says workers are fighting back and still want the protection of labour unions. Plus: Billy Bragg singing' "There is Power in a Union." RadioLabour is the international labour movement's radio service. It reports on labour union events around the world with a focus on unions in the developing world. It partners with rabble to provide coverage of news of interest to Canadian workers.  

Stories from Real Life: A Storytelling Podcast
A Sports Agent's View on Unionization in College Athletics

Stories from Real Life: A Storytelling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 35:30


In this Stories from Real Life episode, host Melvin E. Edwards speaks with sports agent Adam Spencer about his journey from military service to sports management. They discuss the evolving landscape of college sports in the NIL era, the future of the NCAA, and the importance of mental health for athletes. Spencer shares insights on client acquisition, the role of HBCUs in sports, and the impact of media on women's basketball. The conversation highlights the need for athlete rights and the potential for unionization in the sports industry. Adam Spencer's website: https://spencergroup.info/home Want to be a guest on Stories from Real Life? Send Melvin Edwards a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/storiesfromreallife. Keywords sports management, NIL, NCAA, athlete rights, women's basketball, HBCUs, revenue sharing, client acquisition, mental health, sports trends

Demystifying Science
How Shareholder Value Ideology Destroyed the Middle Class - Dr. William Lazonick, UMass - DSPod #308

Demystifying Science

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2024 162:11


Dr. William Lazonick is an economist who studies innovation and competition in the global economy, who has recently been focusing on the corrosive role of stock buybacks. We invited him on to explain why this widespread financial practice is such a bad idea in his eyes, and in return were provided with a comprehensive model of what makes a successful economy. In short, Lazonick believes that no economic system can survive without "the firm," the kind of old school corporate organization that maintained a stable a social contract with its workers, sometimes over the course of an entire lifetime. In Lazonick's view, all economic growth and progress comes down to the ability of the firm to honor that social contract, which means he traces the slump we're in to the death of this tradition. But the question is, what caused us to become eternally itinerant workers in search of global opportunties, hopping from job to job every few years? Lazonick's got that answer, too. He points to a radical transformation of our financial and economic system that came to a head in the 1970s. PATREON: get episodes early + join our weekly Patron Chat https://bit.ly/3lcAasB MERCH: Rock some DemystifySci gear : https://demystifysci.myspreadshop.com/ AMAZON: Do your shopping through this link: https://amzn.to/3YyoT98 SUBSTACK: https://substack.com/@UCqV4_7i9h1_V7hY48eZZSLw@demystifysci FURTHER READING Eric Williams: Capitalism and Slavery (https://amzn.to/4gvd0rW) Alfred Marshall: Principles of Economics (https://amzn.to/49AnpR9) John Kenneth Galbraith: The Great Crash (https://amzn.to/4iuykQp) Edwin Black: IBM and the Holocaust (https://amzn.to/4gwFce8) Milton Friedman: The Social Responsibility of a Business is to Increase Profits (https://www.nytimes.com/1970/09/13/archives/a-friedman-doctrine-the-social-responsibility-of-business-is-to.html) (00:00) Go!(00:09:21) The Study of Economics: Integrating History and Theory(00:15:21) Capitalism, Innovation, and Economic Growth(00:29:27) Shift from Feudalism to Corporate Structures(00:37:00) Global Capital and Industrial Revolution(00:41:28) Transition to Large Firms in America(00:49:12) Evolution of U.S. Steel and Stock Market's Role(00:52:05) Venture Capital and Initial Public Offerings(00:59:12) Corporate Financial Strategies Pre-Depression(01:03:00) Stock Buybacks and Modern Corporate Strategies(01:09:40) Rise of Mass Unionization(01:20:14) Stock Market Roles and Corporate Control(01:31:10) Managerial Strategy Shifts(01:41:06) Technological Shifts and Corporate Adaptation(01:51:13) Rise of Silicon Valley and Corporate Strategy(01:56:23) Evolution of the Tech Industry(02:02:47) Shareholder Value Ideology(02:18:40) Shift in Investment Strategies(02:26:02) Corporate Focus on Stock Buybacks(02:32:00) Mechanics of Stock Buybacks(02:37:14) Financialization and Market Effects #CorporateHistory, #StockBuybacks, #ShareholderValue, #StockMarket, #Innovation, #EconomicGrowth, #IndustrialRevolution, #TechnologyTrends, #MiddleClassDecline, #SiliconValley, #ShareholderValue, #CorporateCulture, #Unionization, #EconomicInequality, #ModernEconomy, #USEconomy, #LaborMarket, #HumanCapital, #EconomicDecline, #1970sEconomy, #CorporateCollapse,#WealthInequality, #1980sEconomy, #FinancializationCrisis, #StockMarketImpact, #SiliconValleyStory, #VentureCapital, #StartupCulture, #TechInnovation, #Microelectronics, #TechHistory, #CorporateAdaptation, #ShareholderValue, #CorporateStrategy, #MiltonFriedman, #EconomicPolicy, #FinancialMarkets, #CorporateFinance, #StockBuybackDebate, #EconomicAnalysis, #sciencepodcast, #longformpodcast

So What? Library and Information Science Podcast

Unionization is a significant yet under-discussed topic in librarianship. In this episode Lindsay Adoranti explores Kitchener Public Library's unionization journey to better understand the dynamics of workplace advocacy, solidarity, and the broader implications for library workers' rights https://sowhat.fims.uwo.ca/4-1-library-unionization

Airtalk
Pet owner protections for renters, No degree? No Problem!, Reality TV Unionization and more

Airtalk

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 100:31


Today on AirTalk, new protections for renters with pets have been proposed by the L.A. County Board of Supervisors. Governor Newsom announces career education plan for Californians without college degrees. In the wake of the United HealthCare CEO murder, public reaction has been favorable to the suspected killer. We're discussing what other areas Americans might find political violence to be justified. California's canine blood supply is supported by controversial "closed colonies" of captive dogs. The state has deemed them inhumane but legislation is on pause. We'll tell you why. Love is Blind reality TV stars lead the charge for unionization. Call in and tell us the secular ways you'll be celebrating the winter season. Today on AirTalk: - Proposed pet protections for renters (0:15) - CA career plan for those without college degrees (18:17) - Can political violence be justified? (35:51) - Why captive dogs support CA canine blood supply (51:57) - Reality TV stars push for unionization (1:08:14) - Secular season celebrations (1:26:14)

Marketplace All-in-One
The latest unionization push at Amazon

Marketplace All-in-One

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 7:42


This week, another 1,000 Amazon workers decided to join the International Brotherhood of Teamsters at an air freight operation in San Bernardino, California. But Amazon does not readily come to the bargaining table and works hard to resist collective bargaining. We hear the latest. Also on this morning’s show: why there suddenly seems to be fewer shopping baskets at supermarkets and how teens are spending their time online these days.

Marketplace Morning Report
The latest unionization push at Amazon

Marketplace Morning Report

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 7:42


This week, another 1,000 Amazon workers decided to join the International Brotherhood of Teamsters at an air freight operation in San Bernardino, California. But Amazon does not readily come to the bargaining table and works hard to resist collective bargaining. We hear the latest. Also on this morning’s show: why there suddenly seems to be fewer shopping baskets at supermarkets and how teens are spending their time online these days.

The Capitol Pressroom
Unionization effort rankles powerful union

The Capitol Pressroom

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 9:49


Dec. 12, 2024 - 1199SEIU may be a vocal advocate for their union members, but the organization's leadership is not warmly welcoming a unionization effort by their own staff. We discuss this campaign, as well as the future leadership of the union, with Maya Kaufman, a health care reporter for Politico New York.

The Leslie Marshall Show
The Power of International Solidarity

The Leslie Marshall Show

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 41:30


Leslie is joined by Kevin Mapp, the USW's International Vice President of Human Affairs.  Kevin coordinates bargaining in the union's health care, containers, public sector and ship building sectors. The pair discuss the power of international solidarity in four parts. Part 1: Global Solidarity and Corporate Greed Multinational corporations operate globally, oftentimes attempting to pit workers in different countries against each other in a race to the bottom on wages and working conditions. Unionized workers, however, understand that the only answer to large-scale corporate greed is global solidarity.     - The USW works with global labor federations like IndustriALL and UNI so that they can share information about operations in different countries.     - The USW maintains formal strategic alliances with at least six other unions in Australia, Mexico, Germany, Brazil, and the United Kingdom.     - The USW also maintains relationships with unions in a number of other countries as they work to ensure that workers have a place to succeed in the global economy. All of these relationships are premised on the simple truth that workers the world over confront many of the same challenges, and their greatest strength is solidarity. Part 2: Urgency in Liberia and Bridgestone's Operations Nowhere has this been more urgent than in Liberia, where workers on Bridgestone's massive rubber plantation have been struggling for decades to improve their working conditions. Japanese-owned Bridgestone is one of the world's largest tire and rubber manufacturers. It employs more than 125,000 workers worldwide, including approximately 4,000 members of the USW. Unions in Japan, South Africa, Europe, and Brazil also represent Bridgestone workers. In Harbel, Liberia, Bridgestone operates the world's largest contiguous rubber plantation, covering some 185 square miles. It's owned by Bridgestone subsidiary, Firestone Liberia, and approximately 7,000 workers reside there with their families.     - These workers both live and work on the plantation, buying food from the company store and sending their children to schools run by the company.     - The work is difficult, slashing bush, tapping trees, draining latex into metal buckets that weigh 65 pounds each when full, and carrying them long distances to weigh stations.     - This latex then goes straight into the North American supply chain, serving as the starting point for American-made tires. Part 3: Unionization and Challenges at Firestone Liberia In 1990, Terry Renninger, then president of Bridgestone's Liberia operations, said, “The best way to think of it is as an old Southern plantation.” Indeed, in the years leading up to the formation of their union, the Firestone Agricultural Workers Union of Liberia (FAWUL), workers endured what a 2005 human rights lawsuit called “forced labor, the modern equivalent of slavery.” In 2007, workers successfully organized, and since then they've been making incremental progress in improving working conditions on the plantation, though serious problems remain regarding wages, health care, housing, workplace safety, and more. On top of this, in 2019, Bridgestone fired more than 2,000 workers, forcing them instead to work for contractors, doing the same work but earning significantly lower wages without benefits or other protections provided by FAWUL's contract. According to the U.S.-based Solidarity Center:     - One of the big benefits they lost was the education promised to their children, who now must walk long distances through difficult terrain to attend classes in open-air classrooms without desks or other supplies.     - Workers struggle to afford protective glasses, boots, or gloves.     - Living conditions are cramped, and payment for food comes out of workers' paychecks, which can sometimes leave them with zero or negative balances on their pay slips. Part 4: Current Efforts and Hope for the Future Since then, these workers have pushed back, with the support of unions like the USW, as well as the Solidarity Center and others.     - On Aug. 31, 2024, contractors voted overwhelmingly to unionize and are attempting to rejoin FAWUL.     - FAWUL is currently in negotiations with Bridgestone, and one of the key issues is the fate of contractors. The USW has been proud to provide strategic and bargaining support, but the true strength comes from workers themselves who have shown they're willing to take action. The outcome of these negotiations is still not certain, but it's clear that workers – across the world – are strongest when they're united. Kevin Mapp also serves as a trustee on the USW Health and Welfare Fund, is an advisory board member to the Institute for Career Development, and a member of the Board of Directors for the Michigan AFL-CIO Labor Foundation. He is a graduate of the Harvard Trade Union Program and the Cornell National Labor Leadership Initiative.A committed activist, Kevin also serves on the boards of both the metro-Detroit and national A. Philip Randolph Institutes (APRI), where he works to promote social and economic justice, voting rights and community education. Follow the USW on Facebook, Instagram and X, using the handle @steelworkers, and visit their website at www.USW.org.

Pharmacy Podcast Network
Building a Sustainable Pharmacy: Preparing for 2025 with Anthony Minniti PharmD | TWIRx

Pharmacy Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 69:44


This Week in Pharmacy (TWIRx) Podcast - Friday, November 22, 2024 Navigating Change in Pharmacy: Dr. Anthony V. Minniti on Cash-Based Business Models for 2025" NEWS: Rising Prices & Pharmacy Closures Raise Concerns About Access to Medication We start this week's episode with a critical news update from Benefits PRO reporter Alan Goforth, discussing the rising drug prices and the increasing number of pharmacy closures. These closures are having a significant impact on access to essential medications, particularly in rural and underserved communities. We dive into the broader implications for patients, pharmacy owners, and healthcare professionals. https://www.benefitspro.com/2024/11/22/rising-prices-pharmacy-closures-raise-concerns-about-access-to-medication/?slreturn=20241122124556 Oklahoma County Steps in After State Cuts Prescription Medicine Help In other news, Oklahoma County is taking action after the state of Oklahoma cut funding for prescription assistance programs. We discuss the county's efforts to fill the gap and ensure that low-income individuals continue to have access to the medications they need, despite the loss of state support. https://www.oklahoman.com/story/news/2024/11/22/oklahoma-county-arpa-funds-prescription-medicine-help/76458063007/ Enveda Raises $130 Million to Advance AI-Driven Plant-Based Drug Development In an exciting development for the future of pharmacy, Enveda has raised $130 million to further its work in AI-driven, plant-based drug discovery. This investment could be a game-changer for the pharmaceutical industry, and we break down how it could revolutionize drug development, particularly in the realm of natural medicine. https://www.pharmaceutical-technology.com/news/enveda-raises-130m-to-advance-ai-driven-plant-based-drug-development/?cf-view Feature Segment: Advancements of the Pharmacy Guild with Dr. Lannie Duong, PharmD We continue with an inspiring conversation about the growth and evolution of the Pharmacy Guild with co-founder Dr. Lannie Duong, PharmD. Dr. Duong shares insights on how the Guild is empowering independent pharmacists, fostering collaboration, and advancing advocacy efforts to shape the future of community pharmacy. Rhode Island Pharmacies Unionizing In a significant labor movement, several pharmacies in Rhode Island are unionizing. We discuss the factors driving this trend and the potential benefits for pharmacy employees, including better working conditions, wages, and job security. We explore how this could impact the broader pharmacy industry across the U.S. Pharmacist Entrepreneur Dr. Robin Barrett Making Waves at the Ebony Power 100 Gala Pharmacist entrepreneur Dr. Robin Barrett, PharmD, is making headlines as a special guest at the Ebony Power 100 Gala. As a 2023 50 Most Influential People in Pharmacy award recipient, Dr. Barrett continues to inspire the industry with her innovative approach to pharmacy practice. We talk about her impactful work and the recognition she's receiving in the broader entrepreneurial space. Pharmacy 50 Awards: Vote Now for the 2024 Season! It's time to cast your votes for the 2024 Pharmacy 50 Awards! The prestigious awards honor the most influential individuals in pharmacy, and voting is now open. Make your voice heard and support your colleagues. Head over to Pharmacy50.us to submit your vote today! Special Feature with Dr. Anthony V. Minniti: Navigating Change in Pharmacy Through Cash-Based Business Models for 2025 In today's featured interview, we welcome Dr. Anthony V. Minniti, a trailblazer in the pharmacy industry, to discuss how community pharmacies can navigate upcoming changes by adopting cash-based business models. As we look toward 2025, Dr. Minniti shares strategies for pharmacy owners to remain competitive and financially sustainable in a changing healthcare landscape. We explore: The financial and operational benefits of cash-based services for pharmacies. How a shift to cash models could improve patient care and streamline business operations. Practical tips for implementing cash-based services in your pharmacy. The future of pharmacy ownership and the role of innovation in sustaining independent pharmacies. Key Takeaways: Rising Pharmacy Prices & Closures: Impact on medication access and the industry's future. Oklahoma County's Action: Local efforts to support prescription assistance amidst state funding cuts. AI-Driven Drug Development: Enveda's $130 million investment in plant-based solutions. Unionization in Rhode Island: The movement gaining traction in the pharmacy sector. Pharmacy 50 Voting: Recognizing leaders in the pharmacy world—vote now! Cash-Based Pharmacy Models: How to prepare for 2025 and beyond with Dr. Anthony V. Minniti. Listener Q&A: As always, we end the episode by answering your questions. This week, we tackle listener inquiries about the pros and cons of cash-based pharmacy models and the growing trend of pharmacy unionization. Keep your questions coming via email or on social media! Resources Mentioned: Pharmacy 50 Voting Link: Pharmacy50.us Enveda AI-Driven Drug Development News Oklahoma County Prescription Assistance Program Details

Minimum Competence
Legal News for Mon 11/11 - Judge Merchan Ruling on Trump Hush Money, Challenges Facing Trump's Dereg Push, Record Law Firm Profits and NLRB Restricts Unionization Threats

Minimum Competence

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 7:21


This Day in Legal History: Lockerbie Bombing IndictmentsOn November 11, 1991, indictments were formally announced in the notorious Lockerbie bombing case, marking a significant milestone in international criminal justice. U.S. and U.K. prosecutors indicted two Libyan nationals—Abdelbaset Ali Mohmed Al Megrahi and Lamin Khalifah Fhimah—in connection with the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103. The attack took place on December 21, 1988, when the plane exploded over Lockerbie, Scotland, killing all 259 people on board and 11 residents on the ground. This tragedy led to a complex, multi-year investigation involving multiple countries and was one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in the West prior to September 11, 2001.The indictments represented a significant moment in the use of international legal cooperation to address terrorism, as both the U.S. and U.K. sought justice for their citizens. The two men were accused of planting a bomb in the cargo hold, allegedly on behalf of Libyan intelligence services. However, for nearly a decade after the indictments, Libya resisted extradition requests, prompting years of diplomatic pressure and international sanctions.Finally, in 1999, Libya agreed to turn over Megrahi and Fhimah for trial in a specially created Scottish court seated in the Netherlands. This arrangement respected Libyan sovereignty while ensuring an impartial setting for the trial. After extensive proceedings, Megrahi was found guilty in 2001 of the murders, receiving a life sentence, while Fhimah was acquitted. The trial itself remains a significant example of international criminal law in action, setting a precedent for how nations can pursue justice in politically sensitive, cross-border terrorism cases. The Lockerbie bombing case also raised ongoing questions about evidence reliability and political influences in terrorism prosecutions, as Megrahi's conviction remained controversial, leading to a compassionate release in 2009 due to his terminal illness.This legal landmark underscored both the complexities of prosecuting international terrorism and the power of coordinated legal frameworks to address global threats.A New York judge, Justice Juan Merchan, will soon decide if President-elect Donald Trump's criminal conviction for falsifying business records related to hush money payments to adult film star Stormy Daniels should be overturned. This decision follows a July U.S. Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, which Trump's lawyers argue should apply to his case, asserting that the conviction should be dismissed. Merchan is also considering whether to proceed with sentencing Trump on Nov. 26, although legal experts believe this is unlikely before his Jan. 20 inauguration. If Merchan rules favorably on immunity or delays sentencing, Trump may assume the presidency without immediate legal encumbrances. Meanwhile, federal cases against Trump by Special Counsel Jack Smith are expected to be paused due to Justice Department policies against prosecuting sitting presidents. However, a separate Georgia state case remains unresolved. Trump, who maintains his innocence in all four cases, argues these prosecutions are politically motivated. Manhattan prosecutors counter that the Supreme Court's immunity decision doesn't apply since Trump's case involves non-official conduct, not covered by presidential immunity. Experts note that even if the conviction stands, Trump's team will likely seek to delay sentencing, which could potentially involve up to four years in prison, although fines or probation are more likely.Judge to decide whether Trump's hush money conviction can stand | ReutersDonald Trump's upcoming administration aims to drastically cut federal regulations, but recent Supreme Court rulings, including the end of Chevron deference, could complicate these efforts. Chevron deference, which previously allowed agencies flexibility in interpreting vague laws, was struck down in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo. Without this precedent, Trump's regulatory changes may face increased legal scrutiny, with courts more likely to question whether agencies are acting beyond Congress's intent. Despite these obstacles, Trump will likely have Senate support for his deregulation goals, especially as the ruling requires more specific legislative language—a challenge in a closely divided Congress.Lobbyists expect Trump's administration to focus on rolling back labor, environmental, and financial regulations. However, advocacy groups are poised to use the Supreme Court's ruling to defend Biden-era rules, arguing against the administration's authority under the revised legal framework. Trump may opt for informal guidance, like advisory memos or circulars, rather than formal rule-making, as these are harder to legally challenge. Corporate and industry groups generally support deregulation, though the ongoing legal and policy shifts could create near-term uncertainty. To establish lasting changes, Trump and Congress would need to pass new legislation, avoiding the “ping pong effect” of policies fluctuating with each administration change.Trump's Push to Deregulate Faces Challenges in Post-Chevron EraLaw firms saw a substantial profit increase of 11.2% in the third quarter of 2024, largely due to high lawyer productivity, strong billing rates, and controlled expenses, as reported by the Thomson Reuters Institute's Law Firm Financial Index. This index, which aggregates financial metrics from 195 large and midsize firms, recorded its second-highest score since inception, highlighting broad-based demand growth across multiple practice areas. Litigation demand rose by 4%, with gains also in corporate, real estate, labor, employment, and bankruptcy practices, while only intellectual property showed a slight decline.The report contrasts 2024's strong, diversified demand with the post-2021 demand slump, suggesting more stable long-term profitability for law firms. With Donald Trump's recent election win, firms anticipate additional work in areas such as regulation, compliance, antitrust, and energy. Although declining inflation may limit future billing rate increases, firms remain optimistic about the potential for new legal work stemming from significant regulatory changes expected in early 2025.Law firm profits soared in third quarter of 2024, report finds | ReutersThe National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has overturned a 40-year-old precedent, ruling that employers can no longer generally warn workers that unionization will harm their relationship with management. This ruling came from a case involving Starbucks, where the company allegedly made unlawful threats to employees during a union drive at its Seattle Roastery, warning them that unionizing could lead to reduced benefits and suggesting it would be futile. The board's decision revisits the 1985 Tri-Cast Inc. ruling, which had allowed employers to legally imply that unionizing would alter employees' direct relationships with management. Although the NLRB ultimately found that Starbucks' statements encouraging a "no" vote to maintain open communication with managers did not directly violate the law, it changed the standards for such statements going forward. The board's Democratic majority explained that the earlier precedent was incorrect in permitting nearly any statement that unionizing would affect the employee-manager relationship. This decision reinforces the NLRB's recent actions against Starbucks in its efforts to unionize over 500 locations nationwide, requiring the company to stop unlawful behavior and delete certain social media posts.NLRB Tosses 40-Year Stance on Manager Unionization Threats This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

City Cast Portland
A Cannabis Unionization Push, Gonzalez's Campaign Finance Violations, and No More Joint Office?

City Cast Portland

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 40:15


The push to help cannabis workers unionize, the investigation into Commissioner Rene Gonzalez's campaign finance law violation, and why regional leaders are upset with three city commissioners: Joining host Claudia Meza on this week's news roundup are Willamette Week cannabis reporter and author, Brianna Wheeler, and our very own producer, Giulia Fiaoni. Stories discussed this week: Measure 119 Will Ask Oregon Whether To Give Cannabis Workers an Easier Route To Unionize [OPB] Portland Mayoral Candidate Rene Gonzalez Broke Law by Using Taxpayer Money To Edit Wikipedia Page, Auditor Finds [Oregonian]  City's Sudden Plan to Exit Homelessness Compact Riles Governor, County Chair and Metro President [Willamette Week] Multnomah County chair garners lowest approval rating for a local elected official in recent memory [Oregonian

Nightside With Dan Rea
The Rideshare Drivers' Unionization Debate

Nightside With Dan Rea

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 37:44 Transcription Available


Yesterday, we explored what a “No” vote on Massachusetts Ballot Question #3 would look like. Tonight, we explore the “Yes” vote with Roxana Rivera, co-chair of the Yes on 3 coalition. Visit the NightSide podcast page for more discussions on the 2024 MA Ballot Q's!Ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio and listen to NightSide with Dan Rea Weeknights From 8PM-12AM!

The DC Insider - Employer Update Podcast
Global Trends in Unionization & Collective Bargaining

The DC Insider - Employer Update Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 27:34


David discusses the global trends in unionization and collective bargaining with Alan Wild, an expert with 40-years of global employee relations experience. Alan and David review how multinational employers are coping with rapidly changing – and sometimes conflicting -- collective bargaining obligations, including the significant changes employers are seeing under the U.S. labor law enforced by the NLRB and the USMCA (U.S., Mexico and Canadian Agreement) international treaty.Alan serves as the Senior Advisor, Global Employee Relations to the HR Policy Association and also is CEO of the consulting company Global Employee Relations Solutions, and his experience includes work in the corporate, consulting and intergovernmental world.  His full bio is available here. Alan also hosts his own podcast, A Walk on the Wild Side.Contact Fortney & Scott: Tweet us at @fortneyscott Follow us on LinkedIn Email us at info@fortneyscott.com Thank you for listening! https://www.fortneyscott.com/

Cannabis Legalization News
Kamala Harris Pushes for Federal #CannabisLegalization

Cannabis Legalization News

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2024 56:46


Send us a textWeekly Cannabis Legalization Update: Kamala Harris' Stance & MoreIn this week's cannabis legalization news update, the discussion centers on Kamala Harris' groundbreaking stance as the first major presidential candidate to call for marijuana legalization during her campaign. The episode also explores the complexities surrounding cannabis regulation, recent developments in rescheduling marijuana, and the impact of the Cannabinoid Safety and Regulation Act. Additionally, the hosts examine the dynamics between limited and open cannabis markets, highlighting the industry's legal challenges and policies. They share insights into community-engagement practices for cannabis businesses, potential positive impacts of regulated marijuana sales, and the role of politics in the evolution of cannabis laws.00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap00:16 Kamala Harris on Marijuana Legalization00:29 Co-Host Introduction and Show Banter01:05 Kamala Harris's Stance and Public Perception03:09 Cannabinoid Regulation and Safety Act04:04 Political Challenges and Rescheduling04:49 Trump Administration and Cannabis Policy05:39 The Evolution of Cannabis Legalization08:02 Rescheduling and Regulatory Implications15:56 Community Impact and Social Equity27:45 Outshining CureLeaf: A Fight for Policy Change27:52 Rent Seeking Behavior in Business29:02 The Corruption in New York29:22 The Consumer's Role in the Market32:07 The Importance of Community Engagement36:02 Challenges in the Cannabis Industry39:39 Unionization and Market Limitations44:22 Regulation and Quality Control48:58 Federal Loan Program Restrictions55:41 Wrapping Up: Cannabis Legalization NewsSupport the show

Some Patches Required
John Henderson Interview: Insights From 16 Years in and Around Austin's Game Industry

Some Patches Required

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 57:20


This week, Zak and Aaron sit down with notable Austinite John Henderson, who has shipped numerous games and made a name for himself in the local development community for hosting Game Dev Beer Night and supporting aspiring professionals as they try to make sense of their careers.John was kind enough to share his insights on a wide range of topics from advice on finding fulfillment in your job to maintaining motivation to the state of the industry at large. A few technical difficulties during the recording may have changed the shape of this episode a bit, but John's perspective and honest opinions are well worth the listen.Also, apparently Aaron doesn't know what the word "erstwhile" means, and he deserves your scorn and derision.Please, enjoy.Listen to Beach Girl on SpotifyCheck out edouggieart on EtsyCheck out even more edouggieart on Instagram

NashVillager
September 16, 2024: Middle Tennessee auto factories and unionization

NashVillager

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 17:11


Spring Hill workers seem to be leading a push to unionize Southern auto plants, but, so far, their peers in Smyrna remain steady in their choice not to organize. Plus, the local news for September 16, 2024 and a spirited discussion about harm reduction. Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina CardonaEditor: Miriam KramerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Rachel Iacovone, LaTonya Turner and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

WSJ Minute Briefing
Amazon Loses Bid to Overturn Unionization Vote

WSJ Minute Briefing

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2024 2:41


Plus: Elon Musk's Starlink says Brazil is preventing it from conducting financial transactions in the country. And Donald Trump sends mixed signals on a Florida ballot measure to roll back a six-week abortion ban. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AP Audio Stories
Chipotle may have violated workers' unionization rights, US labor board says

AP Audio Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 0:46


AP correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports that Chipotle is being accused of violating a worker's unionization rights.

Dense Pixels
Please Ignore the Concern Trolls (AC: Shadows, Voice Actors Strike, Gaming Unionization)

Dense Pixels

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 78:25


The crew recaps the highlights from EVO 2024. Video game actors confirm strike action over AI concerns. Bethesda and Activision Blizzard employees have successfully unionized, creating the largest video game unions in the game industry to date. Humble Games shutters as Ziff Davis reckons with the challenges of publishing in the game industry and why media corporations might not be a good fit for that business. Sony's Concord open beta on Steam didn't go well, drawing widespread criticism. The FTC claims Xbox's Game Pass price hike is consumer harm it warned about. Netflix is developing over 80 games, planning to launch one each month. Ubisoft addresses the Japanese community's concerns regarding Assassin's Creed: Shadows in the wake of continued concern trolling from the worst areas of the internet. Finally, Brad gives a review of the brief but charming puzzler Donut County.

Axe of the Blood God: USG's Official RPG Podcast
Class Conscious - Summoners!

Axe of the Blood God: USG's Official RPG Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 92:30


It's the Summer o' Summoners on Axe of the Blood God! We're celebrating summoners, extoling evokers, and commemorating callers! But first we have to decide who qualifies? Are Pokemon Trainers summoners? Is Ichiban a summoner? Is listening to a podcast not a kind of summoning? That's right, as far as I'm concerned YOU'RE my favourite summoner, dear listener. All this and more on this week's Axe of the Blood God! Tune in to live recordings of the show every Saturday morning at https://www.twitch.tv/bloodgodpod and subscribe for bonus episodes and discord access at https://www.patreon.com/bloodgodpod Also in this episode: Unionization and strikes! Courage the Cowardly Dog Eric watches terrible TV Twisters! Timestamps: 13:20 - Main Topic - Our RPG Backlogs 53:52 - Random Encounters 56:32 - The Tavern 1:19:28 - Nadia's Nostalgia Nook Music Used in this Episode: Do Your Best - [Breath of Fire III] A Curious Tale - [Secret of Mana] Keepers of the Void - [Final Fantasy Brave Exvius] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Xbox Expansion Pass
XEP 236: What's Next For Xbox Game Pass? | Marvel Rivals vs Concord | Industry Unionization

Xbox Expansion Pass

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2024 121:48


#XboxGamePass #XboxNews #XboxPodcast Luke Lohr and Captain Logun return and are joined by  @colteastwood  to discuss the aftermath of the Xbox Game Pass price increases. Does the catalog justify its rising cost and is the Fall lineup TOO CROWDED for Xbox to capitalize? Industry unionization, SAG-AFTRA strikes, and a STALKER 2 delay has us looking ahead to what's next for Xbox Game Pass. XEP Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry. Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com Twitter: Captain Logun Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you

Remap Radio
Remap Radio 57 – Big Yields

Remap Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 150:29


Unionization is spreading throughout Microsoft, and it's glorious. Patrick, Janet, Rob, and Cado chat about the formation of unions at Bethesda Game Studios and Blizzard, before [deep sigh] unpacking Ubisoft's decision to acknowledge the nontroversy with Assassin's Creed Shadows put forth by bad faith actors. Also, Patrick and Janet have spent time with Clickolding and Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure. By the end, we drink deep from The Question Bucket. Discussed: Unions are being formed across the gaming industry 3:01, Ubisoft Responds to Criticism and Trolls 19:08 Google Signs AI Deal with Reddit 42:57, Arranger 1:04:39, Tangent about Homework 1:18:43, Clickolding 1:27:31, Humble Games Shuttered 1:47:25, The Question Bucket 2:03:28See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

DD214 GAMING PODCAST
167. Trust is Stranger

DD214 GAMING PODCAST

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 105:31


In this part of the conversation, Clean Sanchez discusses various topics including the DD214 Network podcast, his desire to have former members on the show, his nostalgia for a former co-host, his experience watching the reality show Big Brother, his gaming adventures, and his decision to quit chewing tobacco. He also mentions a veteran-owned clothing company called Warrior Camos. In this part of the conversation, Clean Sanchez discusses various topics including moving, a YouTuber scamming people, the dangers of attention-seeking behavior, a ridiculous ballpark food item, a major IT failure, and the unionization of Bethesda game studios. They also briefly touch on the need for higher minimum wage and the impact of interest rates. The conversation in this part of the recording covers Clean Sanchez's experience at a concert, the importance of crowd safety, and a heartwarming moment with a young girl in the crowd. They also discuss potential plans for a meetup and the passing of journalist Evan Wright, who covered the Iraq War. The hosts emphasize the importance of reaching out for support during difficult times and express their appreciation for their listeners. DD214 Network Podcast Directed & Produced By Jonathan ‘Clean' Sanchez Hosted by Joe Squillini & Jay Campbell Edited by Clean Sanchez Media, LLC Music: "Shadow Surfing" by Shrieks666 "Voices Getting Louder" by Shrieks 666 Check out Shrieks666 on Bandcamp Chapters 00:00 Bringing Former Members on the Podcast 08:34 The Fascination with Reality TV Shows 19:46 Quitting Nicotine and the Benefits 23:56 Discovering Warrior Camos 32:33 Thoughts on Alcohol Use and Quitting Tobacco 37:16 Moving and Juggling Responsibilities 38:28 The Deceptive Actions of a YouTuber Scam 39:55 The Dangers of Attention-Seeking Behavior 45:34 The Bizarre Creation of a Taco 57:38 The Impact of a Major IT Failure 01:03:45 The Unionization of Bethesda Game Studios 01:05:12 The Importance of Unions and Fair Wages 01:08:38 Working at a Concert: Fun and Crowd Interaction 01:11:03 Ensuring Crowd Safety at Concerts 01:13:03 Heartwarming Moments Amidst Chaos 01:14:55 Meeting in Person: Plans and Possibilities 01:16:23 The Importance of a Reliable Computer 01:31:18 Honoring Evan Wright and the Role of Journalists 01:35:58 Support and Check-In: A Reminder for Mental Health Website: CleanSanchezMedia.com Don't forget to Like and Subscribe for All Updates! Disclaimer: This Podcast contains adult language. Adult Supervision is advised. Fair Use Disclaimer:The content provided on this podcast may include material subject to copyright protection. In accordance with the principles of "fair use" as defined in Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, the use of copyrighted material on this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research. The determination of whether the use of copyrighted material constitutes fair use is made on a case-by-case basis, taking into account various factors outlined in Section 107. The inclusion of such material is not an endorsement by the DD214 Network Podcast or Clean Sanchez Media, LLC, but is meant to enrich and contribute to discussions within the specified purposes of fair use. All copyrights and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dd214gaming/support

M-Class Podcast
Bar Association (DS9)

M-Class Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 88:46


Deep Space Nine is rocked by a brand new craze that's sweeping the far distant future - UNIONIZATION! What do our two incredibly loudmouthed leftist tree-huggers have to say about THIS ONE, folks?! (It's mostly jokes like usual, but still) This is the 3rd episode of VidaZen's "Ballroom BLITZ!" Collection as chosen by and voted on our patrons! You can join in and tell us what to watch by becoming a patron today! SUPPORT US ON PATREON WITH YOUR LATINUM! - www.patreon.com/mclasspodcast Need info about the show? Find it at www.mclasspodcast.com Follow us on Twitter: @MClassPodcast And/or follow our personal accounts: @_JeffPennington @henderson1983

Money Talk For ER Docs™
Ep #196: Decreasing Compensation and Increased Interest in Unionization

Money Talk For ER Docs™

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 21:18


It's no surprise EM has experienced volatility over the past decade. Whether it's in the form of general healthcare structure, insurance, government programs, private equity, and, importantly, compensation, it's clear things may not be running as efficiently as they should be. This has led to talks of unionization growing in popularity as a means to make long-desired improvements. On today's episode, we'll discuss the history of unions, review a study recently issued on this topic, and of course relay the messages and sentiments we've received from clients.

Virtual Economy
Bonus Episode 10: A Conversation About Unionization with IATSE

Virtual Economy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 63:41


With the video game industry in the midst of the worst labor crisis we've ever seen, collective action is crucial. We're joined by Chrissy Fellmeth, Kelly Larkin, and Andrew Buczacki to discuss how the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees is supporting labor organization and unionization in the video game industry. Additionally, you can find a transcript of this interview here. For more on IATSE, you can visit their website, YouTube, and Twitch channels. Additionally, you can find more resources at GameWorkers.org and the GameWorkers.org LinkUp.

The Rebooting Show
Semafor's Ben Smith on Newsroom Wars

The Rebooting Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2024 45:12 Transcription Available


Semafor editor in chief Ben Smith sees a fragmenting media landscape and impatient owners running headlong into the peculiarities of newsroom culture, where bosses have never had an easy time. Enter the hard-charing Brits. Also: check out Ben's new podcast, Mixed Signals, in which Ben and co-host Nayeema Raza unpack the real conspiracies of modern media. Skip to topic:00:54 Introducing Ben Smith and Mixed Signals04:14 Podcasting and Media Expertise09:09 Challenges in Modern Newsrooms20:11 Unionization and Media Management23:40 The Washington Post's Third Newsroom26:19 Semaphore's Journey and Business Insights28:37 BuzzFeed News: Reflections and Lessons35:28 AI in Journalism: Opportunities and Challenges41:55 Starting from Scratch: Advantages and Strategies43:22 The Role of Journalists in Modern Media

Lead to Soar
Ethics and Layoff Culture: Leadership for the Modern Executive

Lead to Soar

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 42:20


In this episode of Lead to Soar, Mel, Michelle and Erika explore the ethical challenges of layoff culture and executive decision-making. Inspired by Seth Godin's Akimbo podcast, they discuss how stock options influence corporate decisions and the importance of ethical frameworks like ESG. The conversation covers the impacts of layoffs on employee trust and morale, differences in labor laws, and strategies for leaders to foster ethical practices.Episode HighlightsEthics in Leadership:Importance of compliance and ethics frameworks.Universal ethical standards in business.Incentives and Decision Making:Impact of executive stock options on business decisions.Examples of strategic profit-driven decisions, like Google's email promotions.Layoff Culture:Negative effects of frequent layoffs.Labor law differences between the US and Australia.Trust and Employee Relations:Building trust in leadership.The erosion of trust due to layoff culture.Unionization and Employee Advocacy:Unionization as a response to unethical behavior.Importance of diverse and ethical board governance.Practical Advice for Leaders:Strategies for influencing ethical practices.Importance of personal integrity and aligning actions with values.Leadership Call to ActionImplement Ethical Frameworks: Establish and enforce clear ethics and compliance frameworks.Foster Trust: Create an environment where employees feel valued and trusted.Encourage Board Diversity: Advocate for diverse and accountable board members.Promote Open Communication: Allow employees to voice concerns without fear.Prepare for Unionization: Address underlying issues that lead to unionization.Reflect on Leadership Values: Align your actions with personal and organizational ethical standards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marketplace All-in-One
Mercedes-Benz workers reject unionization

Marketplace All-in-One

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 1:05


Stocks close mixed; UAW's unionization efforts have been mixed; Conference Board points to weak consumer outlooks, factory orders; index of current economy improved in April.

MSU Today with Russ White
State of the State podcast examines unionization momentum in the United States

MSU Today with Russ White

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 31:03


Matt Grossmann, Charley Ballard, and Arnold Weinfeld from Michigan State University's Institute for Public Policy and Social Research (IPPSR) discuss the latest in Michigan and national politics, policy, and the economy on the State of the State podcast, a monthly round up of policy and research for the state of Michigan. Peter Berg joins the conversation to talk about the UAW's recent victory in unionizing a Volkswagen plant in Tennessee and its implications moving forward. Berg is a professor of employment relations and director of the School of Human Resources and Labor Relations at MSU. Conversation Highlights: (0:50) – Ballard on the state of the national economy. (4:29) – Ballard on the state of the Michigan economy. (6:31) – Michigan is 39th in per capita personal income in the United States. (9:41) – Grossmann on the latest in politics and how the perception of the health of the economy doesn't match the perception for many. (12:55) – What impact will the campus protests have on the election? (15:16) – How will Gaza impact younger voters? (17:11) – What factor will the UAW play in domestic politics and this election? (19:09) – What is the diploma divide?  (21:20) – What is the impact of the UAW's recent win at Volkswagen?  (23:25) – Will Shawn Fain and the UAW be a political force for President Biden in the election? (25:24) – What are the UAW's next targets? (27:22) – Do you see the UAW win leading to more unionization in other industries? (29:20) – Is the National Labor Relations Board's legitimacy being questioned? Listen to “MSU Today with Russ White” on the radio and through Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.

Cornell Keynotes
The American South Braces for a Huge Unionization Push

Cornell Keynotes

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 15:46


Unionization is shaking up the auto industry, delivering meaningful gains toward fair pay and other benefits for workers in the U.S. The efforts are particularly significant in the South where a legacy of racist labor laws continues to propagate disparity within the workforce.In this episode of the Cornell Keynotes podcast from eCornell, Andrew Wolf, a professor of global labor and work at Cornell's ILR School, delivers insights on the recent union vote at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and the implications for similar efforts led by auto workers – and employees in any industry – in the South and beyond.Hosted by Keynotes senior producer Chris Wofford, this episode explores: The UAW victory at the Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, TN on April 19th Right-to-Work and Jim Crow laws, and the Southern Discount What to expect for the UAW vote at Mercedes plants in Tuscaloosa, ALThe future of the auto industry and auto unions with the shift towards electric vehiclesLearn more in Andrew Wolf's April 2024 Vox interview covering the potential impact of Volkswagen's unionization in Tennessee on auto workers across the nation.Follow Wolf on X (formerly Twitter).Enroll in eCornell's labor relations certificate program, and check out other law and human resources online certificate programs to discover the latest best practices for labor-related legal issues in the workplace. Follow eCornell on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X.

Your Call
Why the unionization of Tennessee Volkswagen workers matters

Your Call

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2024 24:02


On April 22nd, The Unite Auto Workers won a historic victory at Volkswagen's plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with 73% of workers voting in favor of the union.

Kliq This: The Kevin Nash Podcast

In this episode of Kliq This, titled "The Khan Job," Kevin Nash and Sean Oliver discuss the ramifications of Tony Khan's decision to feature himself in a controversial on-camera segment in AEW, as well as the earlier decision to air footage of the CM Punk altercation. They critique the choice to broadcast these incidents, debating its potential damage to the promotion's reputation and its impact on fan perceptions and trust. The hosts express concern about the blurring lines between reality and kayfabe, and how such decisions could alienate viewers by undermining the narrative coherence and authenticity expected in professional wrestling. Their conversation explores the long-term consequences these choices might have on AEW's ability to maintain viewer engagement and loyalty. Listen to Nash and Oliver as they bring their straightforward and engaging style to this discussion, offering insights into the complexities of wrestling promotion management and the importance of maintaining a credible and respectful relationship with the audience. Blue Chew- Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code NASH at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That's BlueChew.com, promo code NASH to receive your first month FREE Rocket Money- Stop throwing your money away. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to RocketMoney.com/nash. 0:00 Kliq This #095 00:57 Weekend--Why don't you go to NY and then AZ 04:27 A LOT of Wrestling Talk this week! Love it! 05:42 WWE's IR problem 06:06 Sheamus 08:39 These graphics are hilarious 09:33 Lug nuts off before jacking the car up 10:21 Very cool of you to actually look at AEW 11:53 Stanley Cup Playoffs 16:46 Can't believe Mark Gormley got a feature. 17:40 RAW's 3-month hiatus 18:49 WWE's Machine 20:40 Value in Russo? 26:04 BREAK ROCKET MONEY 27:55 KTTV 28:20 RAW REVIEW 30:47 AEW's BELTS 33:19 Low Rating 33:50 Tony Khan was attacked by Jack Perry and the Bucks 43:14 WHO could TK sign to make an impact? 48:37 BAD SELLING 53:53 Will Osprey should be used sparingly? 59:22 Von Wagner Released 01:02:29 Trump catch and release trial 01:05:16 COLLEGE CAMPUSES AND PROTESTS 01:08:18 Israel Aid 01:12:12 We NEED to tax corporations 01:16:27 WWF's 90-day notice 01:18:05 BREAK BLUECHEW 01:19:31 The TAP OUT SAMURAI COP 01:22:42 DEAR SEXY: My sister in Law is too rich 01:26:13 DEAR SEXY: Cookies from a filthy Kitchen 01:27:51 ASKNASH 01:28:02 Unionization of wrestlers 01:29:28 “I'm just a person, a human, just like you, relax!” 01:30:57 Worker's Handshakes 01:31:33 Wealth of the Vatican 01:32:09 90s LA Kings 01:32:31 How big is Kevin's hog? 01:33:20 Truman Capote 01:34:10 What did you tell people when they saw you on the road? 01:35:23 NIL overturning vacancies 01:35:46 Weinstein's conviction overturned 01:37:05 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kliq This: The Kevin Nash Podcast

In this episode of Kliq This, titled "The Khan Job," Kevin Nash and Sean Oliver discuss the ramifications of Tony Khan's decision to feature himself in a controversial on-camera segment in AEW, as well as the earlier decision to air footage of the CM Punk altercation. They critique the choice to broadcast these incidents, debating its potential damage to the promotion's reputation and its impact on fan perceptions and trust. The hosts express concern about the blurring lines between reality and kayfabe, and how such decisions could alienate viewers by undermining the narrative coherence and authenticity expected in professional wrestling. Their conversation explores the long-term consequences these choices might have on AEW's ability to maintain viewer engagement and loyalty. Listen to Nash and Oliver as they bring their straightforward and engaging style to this discussion, offering insights into the complexities of wrestling promotion management and the importance of maintaining a credible and respectful relationship with the audience. Blue Chew- Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code NASH at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That's BlueChew.com, promo code NASH to receive your first month FREE Rocket Money- Stop throwing your money away. Cancel unwanted subscriptions – and manage your expenses the easy way – by going to RocketMoney.com/nash. 0:00 Kliq This #095 00:57 Weekend--Why don't you go to NY and then AZ 04:27 A LOT of Wrestling Talk this week! Love it! 05:42 WWE's IR problem 06:06 Sheamus 08:39 These graphics are hilarious 09:33 Lug nuts off before jacking the car up 10:21 Very cool of you to actually look at AEW 11:53 Stanley Cup Playoffs 16:46 Can't believe Mark Gormley got a feature. 17:40 RAW's 3-month hiatus 18:49 WWE's Machine 20:40 Value in Russo? 26:04 BREAK ROCKET MONEY 27:55 KTTV 28:20 RAW REVIEW 30:47 AEW's BELTS 33:19 Low Rating 33:50 Tony Khan was attacked by Jack Perry and the Bucks 43:14 WHO could TK sign to make an impact? 48:37 BAD SELLING 53:53 Will Osprey should be used sparingly? 59:22 Von Wagner Released 01:02:29 Trump catch and release trial 01:05:16 COLLEGE CAMPUSES AND PROTESTS 01:08:18 Israel Aid 01:12:12 We NEED to tax corporations 01:16:27 WWF's 90-day notice 01:18:05 BREAK BLUECHEW 01:19:31 The TAP OUT SAMURAI COP 01:22:42 DEAR SEXY: My sister in Law is too rich 01:26:13 DEAR SEXY: Cookies from a filthy Kitchen 01:27:51 ASKNASH 01:28:02 Unionization of wrestlers 01:29:28 “I'm just a person, a human, just like you, relax!” 01:30:57 Worker's Handshakes 01:31:33 Wealth of the Vatican 01:32:09 90s LA Kings 01:32:31 How big is Kevin's hog? 01:33:20 Truman Capote 01:34:10 What did you tell people when they saw you on the road? 01:35:23 NIL overturning vacancies 01:35:46 Weinstein's conviction overturned 01:37:05 OUTRO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New England Journal of Medicine Interviews
NEJM Interview: Kevin Schulman on unionization as a response to consolidation and corporatization in health care.

New England Journal of Medicine Interviews

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 9:50


Kevin Schulman is a professor of medicine at the Stanford University School of Medicine. Stephen Morrissey, the interviewer, is the Executive Managing Editor of the Journal. K. Schulman and B. Richman. Hospital Consolidation and Physician Unionization. N Engl J Med 2024;390:1445-1447.

City Cast DC
DCPS Cuts, Wydown Unionization, and the Real Housewives of D.C.

City Cast DC

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2024 25:44


To get into today's news and culture updates, City Cast DC producer Ashe Durban and Washington City Paper's Cat Sposato join the show to chat about DCPS facing major cuts, a D.C. coffee staple unionizing, and Real Housewives of D.C. finally being released on streaming.  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE We're also on Twitter! Follow us at @citycast_dc And we'd love to feature you on the show! Share your DC-related thoughts, hopes, and frustrations with us in a voicemail by calling 202-642-2654. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

PBS NewsHour - Segments
Why the unionization of Tennessee Volkswagen workers is a big breakthrough for UAW

PBS NewsHour - Segments

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2024 5:11


Employees at Volkswagen's plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, have overwhelmingly voted to join the United Auto Workers union. It's the first time workers at a foreign car maker's plant in the American South have unionized, giving UAW a foothold in the least-unionized region of the country. John Yang speaks with New York Times reporter Noam Scheiber to learn more. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Medicus
Ep134 | Empowering Doctors: The Rise of Medical Residency Unionization with Dr. Josh Neff

Medicus

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 43:39


Join us as we delve deep into the evolving landscape of medical residency unions. In this insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Josh Neff, Member Liaison for Physician Organizing at the Committee of Interns and Residents, to explore the growing movement of residents organizing for fair working conditions, better patient care, and professional development. We discuss common questions about residency unions and uncover the challenges, successes, and future prospects of this vital aspect of medical education and practice. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that sheds light on the intersection of medicine, labor rights, and advocacy. Your Money or Your Life: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Money-Life-Collection-American/dp/0197676634/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.BZQZwbUZH5jOAQgg20qoZZTUWBAvyfpghafgAoO5oSU.f4_d2aETGJiOafNbuIDS78-vKVzqRTruOVScxJ0fDjU&dib_tag=se&qid=1710098292&refinements=p_27%3ALuke+Messac&s=books&sr=1-1 Whitehall II Study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1674771/ JAMA article on residency unions:  https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2783671 Learn more about the CIR at: https://www.cirseiu.org Episode produced by: Griffin K Johnson Episode recording date: 02/28/2024 www.medicuspodcast.com | medicuspodcast@gmail.com | Donate: http://bit.ly/MedicusDonate --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/medicus/message

ESPN Daily
Is Dartmouth's Unionization a Watershed Moment for College Athletics?

ESPN Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 27:23


The day that college administrators have long dreaded has finally arrived.  Last week, the Dartmouth men's basketball team officially formed the first-ever labor union in college sports. And though it may prove to be a union-in-name-only, it is a watershed moment for student athletes, schools, conferences, and the NCAA itself. So today, ESPN senior writer Dan Murphy explains what it all means and why the professionalization of college athletes looks ready to go into hyperdrive. You can watch Dan Murphy's interview with NCAA President Charlie Baker at the ESPN YouTube Channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Realm Maintenance : Your News for World of Warcraft and Blizzard Game Podcasts

Despite plenty of tangents early in the episode, we manage to cover a lot of news this week! Unionization at Activision, Cataclysm Classic Beta is live, Hearthstone turns 10, and Overwatch 2 has a collab with... Porsche?! All this and more in this week's episode! As always, you can find the Weekly Blizzard Podcast Roundup in written form at bonusroll.gg. Find our hosts online: Ease: @EaseBRP on Twitter, Threads and Bluesky, https://www.youtube.com/GamingWithEasePaacreek: @Paacreek on Twitter and on beacons.ai/paacreek You can find Realm Maintenance @RealmPodcast Twitter. If you want to support us and all the other shows produced by Bonus Roll Productions, head on over to patreon.com/BonusRollGG. You can find the podcast directory, this show and many more on BonusRoll.gg. And as always, thanks for listening. Articles we covered: GENERAL NEWS 600 Activision QA workers unionize, Microsoft voluntarily recognizes WORLD OF WARCRAFT Cataclysm Classic Beta is LiveJOIN HEARTHSTONE'S 10-YEAR ANNIVERSARY!THIS WEEK IN WOW: MARCH 11, 2024Discoverer's Delight 100% Experience Buff Now Live OVERWATCH REV UP IN OVERWATCH 2 WITH A PORSCHE-INSPIRED LEGENDARY D.VA SKIN, AND MORE!DIRECTOR'S TAKE – MIXING UP THE META IN MIDSEASONOverwatch 2 x Cowboy Bebop HEARTHSTONE WHIZBANG'S WORKSHOP REWARDS TRACK REFRESH29.0 PATCH NOTES DIABLO  The Gauntlet is live WARCRAFT RUMBLE FIND YOUR JUJU IN SEASON 4 WITH WITCH DOCTORSEASON 4 PATCH NOTES

The Journal.
Why an Ivy League Basketball Team Voted to Unionize

The Journal.

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 19:09


This week the Dartmouth men's basketball team voted to unionize, setting up a fight with the school over whether its athletes are students or employees. WSJ's Laine Higgins talks about how this move upends decades of NCAA precedent and could change college sports forever. Further Listening: - A League of Champions Implodes  - A Tipping Point for Paying College Athletes?  Further Reading: - Dartmouth Basketball Players Vote to Unionize in New Challenge to NCAA's Amateurism Model  - Dartmouth Men's Basketball Team Makes Latest Bid for Unionization by College Athletes  - College Sports Powers Stall Bid to Share Revenue With Athletes in California  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Majority Report with Sam Seder
3234 - How UAW Plans To Expand Unionization; US Vetoes Ceasefire In Gaza w/ Mindy Isser

The Majority Report with Sam Seder

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 56:22


Happy Monday! Sam and Emma speak with writer and labor organizer Mindy Isser to discuss the United Auto Workers (UAW) calling for a ceasefire in the Israel/Gaza conflict. First, Sam and Emma run through updates on the US vetoing a UN ceasefire resolution while sending more bombs to Israel, Biden's dropping poll numbers in Georgia and Michigan, the House GOP's impeachment process, the material impact of Texas' forced birth policy, the EU's AI policy, Saudi Arabia's crippling of COP28, Google's antitrust case, and Tucker's career pivot, before diving into continuing unrest toward Biden and US policy around the ethnic cleansing of Gaza. Mindy Isser then joins, diving right into the UAW's ongoing era of militant and persistent action to aptly represent and fight for their members, as emblemized by Shawn Fain's leadership and the union's continuing drive for expansion. Expanding on this, Isser walks through the UAW's recent choice to join a call for a ceasefire in Gaza, exploring how it fits into the union's history of standing on the right side of immoral conflicts, particularly when it comes to reflecting the stance of the vast numbers of arab auto workers in Michigan and the midwest. Wrapping up, Sam and Emma have Isser walk through the theoretical plan for this ceasefire campaign, and what to expect from the UAW's expansion plans moving forwards. And in the Fun Half: Sam and Emma parse through Shontel Brown's recent statements on accepting mass donations from anti-progressive groups like AIPAC and DMFI, the mass Palestinian opposition to Hamas before Israel's revamped ethnic cleansing campaign, and the arbitrary and disrespectful debates around what actually constitutes “genocide.” Jenna from Fremont highlights her recent discussion with Christians on trans rights, Greg from Albany discusses challenging Elise Sefanik, and Chris calls in to explore the complex state of geopolitics. The MR Crew watches Climate Defiance's most recent intervention, George Santos begins his TV campaign against corrupt NY representatives, and Eric Weinstein and Dave Rubin try to wriggle back into the mainstream with… religion, plus, your calls and IMs! Check out Mindy's piece on the UAW's call for a ceasefire here: https://inthesetimes.com/article/uaw-endorses-ceasefire-labor-gaza-israel-palestine Check out a virtual screening of the movie "Israelism" tonight!: https://kinema.com/events/israelism-5bdinr Check out an interview with Jenna in Fremont here!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VBdnag8yuMs&ab_channel=TooPunktoBeaHippie Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Subscribe to the ESVN YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/esvnshow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! http://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: http://majority.fm/app Check out today's sponsors: Cozy Earth: Here's my gift to YOU this holiday season. Go to https://CozyEarth.com and enter my code MAJORITY REPORT at checkout to save up to 40%. That's https://CozyEarth.com  code MAJORITY REPORT. Nuts.com: Right now, https://Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at https://Nuts.com/majority. So, go check out all of the delicious options at Nuts.com/majority. You'll receive a free gift and free shipping when you spend $29 or more! Blueland Cleaning Products: Blueland has a special offer for listeners. Right now, get 15% off your first order by going to https://Blueland.com/majority. You won't want to miss this! https://Blueland.com/majority for 15% off. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @BradKAlsop Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/

The Daily Zeitgeist
GOP Goes Full Stone Age, Chevy Chase = TOO Funny?? 09.27.23

The Daily Zeitgeist

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 60:13 Transcription Available


In episode 1554, Jack and Miles are joined by writer, producer, advice columnist, and author of Why Didn't You Tell Me?, Carmen Rita Wong, to discuss… GOP Making Their Platform More Appealing By The Hour…, Biden Will Make History By Joining UAW Picket Line, Chevy Chase Is Trending For Being An A**hole and more! GOP Making Their Platform More Appealing By The Hour… Biden Will Make History By Joining UAW Picket Line Biden visits UAW picket line in Michigan as strike continues Why Biden's strike magic faltered Chevy Chase Is Trending For Being An A**hole Donald Glover claims Chevy Chase called him the ‘N-word' on set Community: Why Was Chevy Chase Fired from the Series? LISTEN: Rotten by Kenny BeatsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.