Best Joe Patterson Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 414 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS (Part 12) Ernest Hemingway (A) 1:10:17

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Send us a text This episode is the first of three episodes that centers on the biggest star in all of American Literature, the great Ernest Hemingway. Ernest Hemingway's writing tips center on a minimalist style, a disciplined work ethic, and his famous "Iceberg Theory" (or theory of omission), which suggests that the deeper meaning of a story shou…

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Dave McCall, USW | Best of 2025: Joe Nantista and Paul Slocomb, BMWED 1:04:31

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Dave McCall, International President of the United Steelworkers, reflected on the union’s evolution, its leadership transition to Roxanne Brown in 2026 and the challenges and victories that defined his time with the Steelworkers. Continuing the Best of 2025, the America’s Work Force Unio…

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Zach Story, IBEW Local 210 | Best of 2025: Sylvester Taylor, IBEW Local 1 45:54

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Zach Story, Business Manager of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 210 in southern New Jersey, appeared on the Christmas Day edition of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to share his insights on the union’s current landscape, its organizing efforts and ongoing local initiatives that strengthen ties within the community. …

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Congresswoman Linda Sanchez | Best of 2025: Sean O’Brien, Teamsters 47:01

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, U.S. Rep. Linda Sanchez, representing California’s 38th Congressional District, joined the show to discuss her advocacy for workers and the Federal Mechanical Insulation Act. Sanchez, a labor lawyer and co-leader of key energy and infrastructure bills, discussed her work with the Mechani…

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Tom Buffenbarger | Best of 2025: Lee Saunders, AFSCME 50:17

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On today’s episode of America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Tom Buffenbarger, retired President of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, reflected on the state of the American workforce, the escalating cost of living fueled by rising healthcare premiums, misleading unemployment data and the growing importance of unions in…

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Episode 413 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS (Part 11) Sinclair Lewis, Key West, and Tennessee Williams 54:53

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Send us a text Two Great authors and one inspirational city are the focus of this episode. Sinclair Lewis Sinclair Lewis's writing advice, often delivered directly to his students or in letters, focused on the practicalities of a writing life and the raw discipline required. Some of his most memorable guidance includes the reminder that "real write…

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#749 - SLY STALLONE (KYLE DUNNIGAN) + TONY YAYO 2:09:51

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Sly Stallone (Kyle Dunnigan), Tony Yayo, Dedrick Flynn, William Montgomery, Hans Kim, D Madness, Michael A. Gonzales, Jon Deas, Matthew Muehling, Joe White, Troy Conrad, Tony Hinchcliffe, Brian Redban - RECORDED– 12/08/2025 Take advantage of Ridge’s Biggest Sale of the Year and GET UP TO 47% off by going to https://www.Ridge.com/TONY #Ridgepod Visi…

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Greg Regan, TTD | Best of 2025: Everett Kelley, AFGE 49:54

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On this episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Greg Regan, President of the Transportation Trades Department, AFL-CIO, discussed the Department of Homeland Security’s decision to cancel the Transportation Security Administration workers' collective bargaining agreement, the possible impact of the Protect America's Workforce Act and rece…

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Episode 412 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS (Part 10) Today's Best Sellers Give Their Advice : Curt Vonnegut, Walter Mosley, Stephen King, Lee Child, John Grisham, Carol Oates, 1:06:40

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Send us a text This episode gathers some great advice from the best authors of our current time. It is a fun episode. The collective writing advice from these authors emphasizes core principles of discipline, clarity, honesty, and reader engagement, while acknowledging that individual processes can vary (e.g., plotters vs. "pantsers"). Common and D…

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Lea wins national coach of the year; Pavia snubbed; hoops stays unbeaten; more 1:05:39

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Seabass joins the show to talk Vanderbilt football and basketball on Dec. 19, 2025. Topics include: - Clark Lea wins a well-deserved national coach of the year honor. - Diego Pavia finishes runner-up for the Heisman Trophy and... the aftermath of that certainly got headlines. - Thoughts on the ReliaQuest Bowl with Iowa. - The men's basketball team …

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Jeff Stoffer, American Legion | Rich Fiesta, Alliance for Retired Americans 49:09

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Today’s edition of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Jeff Stoffer, Director of the American Legion Media and Communications Division, who discussed the January edition of the American Legion Magazine. He discussed some of the feature stories, like the importance of the United States ratifying the Law of the Sea Convention amid Chinese…

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Pat O’Gorman and Jesus Ramirez, IUOE Local 399 | Davida Russell, NCLF 53:22

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, two representatives from the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 399—Business Agent Pat O'Gorman and Organizer Jesus Ramirez—shared insights into the Local’s efforts to organize in Chicago’s labor landscape. Local 399 represents over 10,000 skilled maintenance employees work…

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Episode 411 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS (Part 9) Pat Conroy, South Carolina's Own 57:03

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Send us a text Pat Conroy’s writing tips focus on using personal experience to craft honest, passionate prose. His advice emphasizes deep exploration of one's inner world, dedicated hard work, and the importance of reading widely. On finding your subject Write to understand your own life. Conroy wrote to make sense of his own story and invited read…

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Jordan Barab | Frank Manzo, ILEPI 57:04

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, former Occupational Safety and Health Administration Deputy Assistant Secretary and health and safety advocate Jordan Barab discussed the critical state of worker safety in America. As the author of the Confined Space newsletter and an expert with decades of experience, Barab offered a d…

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Marshall Terrill: The Untold Story Behind Steve McQueen's Final Films 1:23:41

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In this unforgettable Boomerocity conversation, Steve McQueen biographer Marshall Terrill walks us through the making of McQueen's final two films, Tom Horn and The Hunter, as explored in his new book, Steve McQueen, The Last Reel: The Making of Tom Horn and The Hunter. Terrill shares tons of never before seen photos from the private collection of …

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Eric Hirshberg Gets "For Real" About Music, Meaning, and Life After the Boardroom 1:02:51

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Eric Hirshberg sits down with Boomerocity for an honest and compelling conversation about his new single, "For Real,"and his upcoming album, More Is Not The Answer. Best known for his career at the highest levels of corporate leadership, Hirshberg shares what led him to embrace songwriting later in life—and how authenticity, reflection, and meaning…

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E76: Couple Goals, Pet Raccoons, and Top 10 Christmas Movies w/ Nicole Hoover 1:11:07

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by his wife Nicole for a special holiday themed episode where they discuss how they met, what they’ve learned over 17 years of marriage and parenting, their Enneagram types, a new study on raccoons, listener questions, and their top 10 favorite Christmas movies. Merry Christmas and happy holidays! The Point of Orde…

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Tony Johnston, CCCTU Local 1600 | Melissa Cropper, OFT 54:49

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, we featured Tony Johnston, President of the Cook County College Teachers Union Local 1600, which represents nearly 5,000 members across Chicago and its suburbs. As union negotiations loom, Johnston discussed the organization’s priorities, including the challenges members face due to Chic…

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Episode 410 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS (Part 8) The British Invasion - Ian Fleming and J. K.. Rowling 1:09:49

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Send us a text James Bond meets Harry Potter in this episode of our series. Two favorites of mine from across the pond in this special edition. Ian Fleming's writing tips emphasize speed, research, clarity, and sensory detail to keep the reader engaged and "turn over the page". He wrote primarily for "pleasure and money," aiming to create compellin…

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#748 - ARI MATTI + EHSAN AHMAD 2:21:43

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Ari Matti, Ehsan Ahmad, Dedrick Flynn, William Montgomery, Hans Kim, D Madness, Michael A. Gonzales, Jon Deas, Matthew Muehling, Joe White, Troy Conrad, Tony Hinchcliffe, Brian Redban - RECORDED– 12/01/2025 If you want to get ExpressVPN at its lowest price ever, plus four extra months of service, go to https://expressvpn.com/killtony Sign up for yo…

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Carrie Lee Patterson, AEA | Jay Edwards, Former Ohio State Rep. 52:46

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Today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast spotlights Carrie Lee Patterson, a multifaceted arts professional and proud member of four unions. As an actor, director, writer and dialect coach, Patterson is affiliated with Actors' Equity Association, SAG-AFTRA, the American Guild of Musical Artists and the Society of Stage Directors and…

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Episode 409 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS (Part 7) William Faulkner 1:01:42

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Send us a text In this episode we look back at the man who can lay claim to having written the longest sentence in American Literature. He also wrote the story, "A Rose For Emily" which is a play that our host, Randal Wallace, once played the part of Homer Barron, the unfortunate beau of Ms. Emily, who they would later find dead in her bed years af…

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It's a major award! Stowers wins Campbell Trophy, Pavia heads to NYC, Vandy goes to Tampa, more 1:20:44

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Note: This episode was originally published to podcast feeds on Thursday, Dec. 11, but didn't show up on all of them due to a technical error. The re-release is an attempt to correct that. Our apologies. The awards continue to come in for Vanderbilt--or at least sometimes, they do. Eli Stowers took home the prestigious Campbell Trophy on Wednesday …

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Anna-Marta Visky, CWA District 1 | Andrew Strom, Labor Lawyer 55:05

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Anna-Marta Visky, NJ Political and Field Director for District 1 of the Communications Workers of America (CWA), joined the podcast to discuss the pressing issue of healthcare affordability for public employees in New Jersey. Andrew Strom, labor lawyer and adjunct professor at Brooklyn L…

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Charlotte Brody, BlueGreen Alliance | Will Lindsay, BMWED 53:32

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Charlotte Brody, Vice President of Occupational and Environmental Health at the BlueGreen Alliance, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the importance of workplace health regulations, challenges from the Trump Administration to these protections and the crucial role of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ge…

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Episode 408 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS (Part 6) Nathaniel Hawthorne and Herman Melville 48:50

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Send us a text In this episode we examine the life and work of two authors who actually knew each other and corresponded as they wrote their literary masterpieces. Nathaniel Hawthorne From a modern perspective, Nathaniel Hawthorne’s writing tips emphasize the importance of deep psychological exploration, moral complexity, and meticulous craft. His …

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Adam Keller, The Valley Labor Report | Hannah Halbert, Policy Matters Ohio 47:47

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Adam Keller, co-host of The Valley Labor Report and a leader in Alabama’s labor movement, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast and discussed what he described as troubling labor practices connected to an automotive supply chain facility in Alabama. Hannah Halbert, Executive Director of Policy Matters Ohio, joined the America’s Work Force U…

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Inside the Joe Walsh "Life's Been Good" Auction — Kody Frederick of Julien's Auctions 41:49

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Boomerocity welcomes Julien's Auctions specialist Kody Frederick for an exclusive look at the upcoming Joe Walsh "Life's Been Good" Auction happening December 16–17. In this revealing conversation, Kody walks us through the standout pieces in the collection — iconic guitars, stage-used gear, personal items, and memorabilia that captures Joe's humor…

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Stephane Schuck: A Brief History of Blindness — Inside The Salt Collective's New Album 28:06

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On this episode of the Boomerocity Podcast, Randy Patterson sits down with Stephane Schuck, the creative force behind The Salt Collective, to explore their cinematic and deeply reflective new album, A Brief History of Blindness. Stephane discusses the vision behind the album's title, the emotional and philosophical themes that shape the music, and …

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Frank Mathews, CWA District 4 | Dave Wondolowski, Cleveland BCTC 46:36

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Frank Mathews, Administrative Director for District 4 of the Communications Workers of America (CWA), joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to provide his thoughts on skyrocketing health care costs, the dangerous implications of the “One Touch Make Ready” (OTMR) utility pole policy and the ongoing need to protect worker safety in the face o…

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Star-V Podcast with Joe Bulovas: Vanderbilt OL Isaia Glass joins the show 56:28

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Vanderbilt OL Isaia Glass joins Billy Derrick and Joe Bulovas to discuss his path to Vanderbilt, finishing a historic 10-2 season, blocking for Diego Pavia, learning under Chris Klenakis, and the practices leading up to the Reliaquest Bowl against Iowa. Football coverage presented by Bulovas Wealth Management of Raymond James. If there’s one thing …

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Episode 407 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS (Part 5) The One Hit Wonders: Harper Lee, J. D. Salinger, and Margaret Mitchell 1:17:24

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Send us a text These three writers all wrote just one novel of renown but they were gargantuan titles. We celebrate their impact on American Literature in this episode. Harper Lee offered several writing tips centered on persistence, humility, and the importance of craft over reward. She emphasized a love for language and a dedication to writing fo…

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#747 - HARLAND WILLIAMS + NICK ROCHEFORT 2:05:12

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Harland Williams, Nick Rochefort, Dedrick Flynn, Ari Matti, William Montgomery, Hans Kim, D Madness, Michael A. Gonzales, Jon Deas, Matthew Muehling, Joe White, Troy Conrad, Tony Hinchcliffe, Brian Redban - RECORDED– 11/24/2025 TONY HINCHCLIFFE @TONYHINCHCLIFEhttps://www.TONYHINCHCLIFFE.COM (TOUR DATES)BRIAN REDBAN@REDBANhttps://www.youtube.com/@ca…

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Sylvia Allegretto, CEPR | Bob Funk, LaborLab 58:59

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On this episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Sylvia Allegretto, Senior Economist at the Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR), offered a comprehensive look into lagging teacher compensation, or as she called it, a “teacher pay penalty” in the United States. Allegretto, who has spent over two decades researching labor economic…

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Pavia wins Unitas Award, bowl talk, hoops beats SMU, more, with Seabass 1:04:06

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Chris Lee and Seabass talk Vanderbilt football and basketball on Friday, Dec. 5. Topics include: - Diego Pavia wins the Unitas Award. - Rewinding the Tennessee game. - Jared Curtis's impact. - Vanderbilt's possible bowl destinations. - Hoops rolls along with a 19--point win over SMU. - And more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads…

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Episode 406 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS (Part 4) Toni Morrison and Maya Angelou 1:13:24

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Send us a text This episode looks at two literary giants and includes their writing tips. It also features the only writer in our entire series our host, Randal Wallace, actually met, Maya Angelou. Mrs. Morrison was at the time of her passing, America's only living Nobel Laureate for writing. This is an inspiring episode for any aspiring authors an…

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Dorsey Hager, C/COBCTC | John Paul Smith, AFL-CIO 42:41

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Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus/Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, joined the America’s Workforce Union Podcast and highlighted a number of ongoing infrastructure projects in the region, the challenges and innovations brought on by harsh weather, ongoing workforce development efforts and the changing …

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Jared Ross and Lorie Thompson, South Sound BCTC | Steve South, Teamsters Local 25 1:00:03

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This episode of America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Jared Ross, Executive Secretary of the South Sound Building and Construction Trades Council — a regional council under the Washington State Building and Construction Trades Council — and Dr. Lorie Thompson, regional network director for the Capital STEM Alliance. The conversation focused o…

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What a week! Vandy hammers Vols and takes Atlantis; Diego Pavia and Jared Curtis 1:46:56

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This may have been the most historic week in Vanderbilt athletics and Chris Lee and Luke Wyatt unpack all that. Topics include: - Vanderbilt's second-half domination of Tennessee that got the Commodores a historic win in Knoxville. - Diego Pavia, Heisman trophy favorite? - Vanderbilt lands the country's top recruit in Jared Curtis, the Nashville Ch…

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Episode 405 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS (Part 3) John Steinbeck, Thomas Wolfe, and Mark Twain 1:12:55

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Send us a text This episode looks at three giants of American Literature who all wrote about the struggles of forgotten America. One of them, Mark Twain, is considered the Father of American Literature. John Steinbeck is known for sharing six practical writing tips in a letter to a friend in 1962. These rules prioritize flow, discipline, and authen…

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Paul Nolley, Project First Rate | Jody Calemine, AFL-CIO 47:44

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Paul Nolley, Executive Director of Project First Rate, joined the show to shine a light on his organization’s approach to promoting union construction in Rockford, Ill. and surrounding counties. Project First Rate is a partnership between union contractors and tradespeople, focusing on q…

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Charles Billingsley Talks About His New Single, Truly Home, and His Christmas Tour 25:58

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Charles Billingsley joins Boomerocity to share the touching story behind his new Christmas single, "Truly Home." Hear the inspiration, the message, and the musical journey that shaped the song, along with warm reflections on Christmas memories, faith, family, and creativity. Listen now and celebrate the season with this uplifting and meaningful con…

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E75: Corruption Scandal Fallout and Stories from a Motorcycle Cop w/ Sheriff John McGinness 1:04:47

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Assemblyman Josh Hoover is joined by former Sacramento County Sheriff John McGinness to discuss the state of public safety in California, the origins of his radio show, how to build consensus across the aisle, interesting tales from John’s days as a motorcycle officer, the Dana Williamson corruption scandal, and other stories of the week. Listen to…

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Dave Saucedo, Teamsters | Tim Burga, Ohio AFL-CIO 49:47

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Dave Saucedo, Director of the Airline Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, joined the America’s Work Force Union Podcast to discuss the ongoing struggles faced by United Airlines mechanics as they fight for better contract terms, the outsourcing of maintenance work to other countries and the challenges of securing fair contracts …

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#746 - ADAM RAY + IAN EDWARDS 2:22:23

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Adam Ray, Ian Edwards, Dedrick Flynn, Ari Matti, William Montgomery, Hans Kim, D Madness, Michael A. Gonzales, Jon Deas, Matthew Muehling, Joe White, Troy Conrad, Tony Hinchcliffe, Brian Redban - RECORDED– 11/17/2025 Secure your online data TODAY by visiting https://expressvpn.com/killtony Get $80 off your first month with promo code SPACE80 at htt…

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Star-V Podcast with Joe Bulovas: Vanderbilt CB Jordan Matthews joins the show 1:10:33

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Billy Derrick and Joe Bulovas are joined by Vanderbilt CB Jordan Matthews (Tennessee transfer) to discuss his path to Nashville, beating his former team in Knoxville, and waiting for the CFB Playoff announcement. Football coverage presented by Bulovas Wealth Management of Raymond James. If there’s one thing we all share, it’s that our lives are all…

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Ted Pappageorge, Culinary Workers Union Local 226 | Merrilee Logue, NLO 50:16

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This episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Ted Pappageorge, Secretary-Treasurer of Culinary Workers Union Local 226. Representing 60,000 members in Las Vegas, Pappageorge joined the podcast to celebrate a landmark achievement: the union's first-ever representation across every major casino on the Las Vegas Strip. The conversati…

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Episode 404 THE GREAT AMERICAN AUTHORS {Part 2) The Extremes - Edgar Allan Poe and Dr Suess 45:25

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Send us a text Is there a more terrifying writer in the world than Edgar Allan Poe, nor a more fun one to read with a child with than Theodore Geisel, "Dr. Seuss" ? I don't think so. In this episode we chronicle two of the most extremely different authors of our entire series. Edgar Allan Poe wrote some of the strangest and most horrifying stories …

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Roxanne Brown, USW | Scott Paul, Alliance for American Manufacturing 52:32

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Today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Roxanne Brown, incoming President of the United Steelworkers (USW). As she prepares to become the union’s first female and first African American USW president on March 1, Brown shared her thoughts on the union's legacy of internal promotion, her personal journey within the organiza…

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Star-V Thanksgiving Special: Vanderbilt LB Langston Patterson joins the show 57:16

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Billy Derrick and Joe Bulovas are joined by Commodores LB Langston Patterson to discuss his Vanderbilt journey, staying committed to Clark Lea's vision, his development under Nick Lezynski, and this week's matchup vs. Tennessee. Football coverage presented by Bulovas Wealth Management of Raymond James. If there’s one thing we all share, it’s that o…