Best Joe Saunders Podcasts (2026)

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SOB 381/Replay - Features: Barbara Lynn, Joe Sample, Bo Diddley, John Belushi, Nicky Hopkins, Merl Saunders, Martin Fierro, with a 1-hour tribute to Burt Bacharach covered by various artists 4:07:11

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Artist Song Album Label Notes - Twilight Zone by Marius Constant Twilight Zone w/Howard Roberts guitar TV Classic Tunes - 25th Anniversary Edition - 2CD's Breakable Records + SOB Twilight Zone Theme - Pat Metheny Alfie by Burt Bacharach & Hal David - 1966 Movie What's It All About? - 2011 Nonesuch Burt Bacharach - R.I.P. - 94 - Stevie Wonder Alfie …

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Dan Osborn, Steamfitters & Plumbers Local 464 | Frank Manzo, Illinois EPI 49:18

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Dan Osborn, an independent candidate for the U.S. Senate in Nebraska and member of Steamfitters and Plumbers Local 464, shared his inspiring journey from union leadership to national politics. Osborn, a Navy veteran, is a member of Local 464 in Omaha, Neb. During the conversation, he ref…

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SOB 522 Features: Randy Newman, Jimmy Smith, Karl Denson, Dave Brubeck, Joe Pass, Cyrus Chestnut & Rusty Bryant 4:03:50

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Artist Song Album Label Notes - The Crusaders Scratch (live) by Wayne Henderson Scratch - 1974 Blue Thumb Records - MCA CD Reissue Alternate SOB ID - Randy Newman Political Science (Let's Drop the BIG One Now) by Newman w/Jimmy Bond & Jim Keltner Sail Away - 1972 Reprise Randy Newman - 82 - Oscar Peterson Reunion Blues by Milt Jackson w/Joe Pass, J…

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Split The Wicks (w/ Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Alec Flynn, and Miranda Meadows) 44:08

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On an all-new panel episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians Mary Elizabeth Ellis, Alec Flynn, and Miranda Meadows to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Mary Elizabeth’s fairy tale is interrupted by the science of ice, Alec seems to have forgotten a crucial detail, and Miranda describes that rarest phenomenon: a double …

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MBC Loudoun | This Stone is My Story 47:15

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MBC Loudoun | This Stone is My Story (Joshua 4) | Britten Taylor

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Looking Back, Looking Forward (Psalm 33) | Nate Reed 49:09

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Looking Back, Looking Forward (Psalm 33) | Nate Reed

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MBC Arlington | Made For Good Works (Ephesians 2:10) | Eric Saunders 56:34

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MBC Arlington | Made For Good Works (Ephesians 2:10) | Eric Saunders

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MBC Prince William | Stones of Faithfulness: Remembering What God Has Done 43:44

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MBC Prince William | Stones of Faithfulness: Remembering What God Has Done (Joshua 4) | Keith Seymour

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Dorsey Hager, C/COBCTC | Best of 2025: Fred Redmond, AFL-CIO 43:36

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Today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast featured Dorsey Hager, Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Columbus Central Ohio Building and Construction Trades Council, who discussed the region’s political landscape, what’s ahead in 2026 for organized labor in Central Ohio and the increasing union activity among younger generations. On…

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Ariel Wittenburg, PEN Guild | Best of 2025: Claude Cummings Jr., CWA 1:00:47

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Happy New Year! Today, the America’s Work Force Union Podcast welcomed Ariel Wittenberg, journalist and unit chair of the Politico-E&E News (PEN) Guild, a union representing journalists at Politico and E&E News. Wittenberg discussed the challenges and victories union journalists face as artificial intelligence tools become increasingly prevalent in…

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Machinists Local H1 | Best of 2025: Pat Devaney, Illinois State AFL-CIO 51:15

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On this episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Anson Poe and Chris Tucker, two figures behind the successful unionization of lab workers at Tempus AI, a healthcare artificial intelligence biotech company in Chicago, discussed the organizing campaign that led to the creation of Machinists Local H1, the first healthcare unit of its kind i…

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Brad Asay, Utah AFL-CIO | Best of 2025: Lindsay Dougherty, Teamsters 51:50

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On today’s episode of the America’s Work Force Union Podcast, Brad Asay, Vice President of the Utah AFL-CIO, joined the show to highlight a significant legislative victory for public sector workers in the state. Asay discussed the successful effort to repeal the controversial H.B. 267, which would have eliminated collective bargaining rights for te…

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Sherrod Brown | Best of 2025: Doreen Greenwald and April Goggans, NTEU 52:47

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In today’s episode of America’s Work Force Union Podcast, former U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown joined the podcast to discuss his campaign for the U.S. Senate, attacks against unions and the complexities of U.S. trade policy. Continuing the America’s Work Force Union Podcast’s Best of 2025 series, we revisit the July 25 conversation with Doreen Greenwald,…

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SOB 521 Features: Robben Ford, Drew Zingg, Enrico Crivellaro, Grover Washington Jr. & a fond farewell to Mick Abrahams 4:06:27

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Artist Song Album Label Notes - Wales, Saunders w/Garcia & Roberts Wales & Saunders w/Garcia + Twilight Zone Theme w/Howard Roberts guitar TV Classic Tunes - 25th Anniversary Edition - 2CD's Breakable Records + SOB Twilight Zone Theme - Blodwyn Pig See My Way by Mick Abrahams Pigthology - Compilation - 1974 Chrysalis Mick Abrahams - R.I.P. at 82 - …

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Happily Ever After Special! (w/ Tony Hale, Murray Hill, Danny Jacobs, and Mohanad Elshieky) 47:15

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Happy Holidays from everybody at Bad Dates! While our host Joel Kim Booster is off getting MARRIED (heard of it?!), we thought we’d give you an upbeat selection of date stories with happy endings! You’ll hear about how Tony Hale really wasn’t paying attention to the plot, a twisty trilogy of tales from Murray Hill, the time Danny Jacobs introduced …

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MBC Loudoun | The End into a Better Beginning 39:10

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The End into a Better Beginning (Revelation 22:6-21) || Sean Robinson

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MBC Montgomery County | The Shepherd of our Souls 47:01

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MBC Montgomery County | The Shepherd of our Souls (Psalm 23) | Stand Alone | Josh Allen

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MBC Arlington | Why Do We Come To Church (Hebrews 10:19-25) | Joe Carter 37:17

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MBC Arlington | Why Do We Come To Church (Hebrews 10:19-25) | Joe Carter

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MBC Prince William | Abide: What Hasn't Changed (Joshua 1-9) | Keith Seymour 27:58

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MBC Prince William | Abide: What Hasn't Changed (Joshua 1-9) | Keith Seymour

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Why You Need God's Word (Psalm 19) | Nate Reed 51:18

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Why You need God's Word (Psalm 19) | Nate Reed

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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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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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BRAND NEW: SOB 520 - Merry Christmas - 2025 4:02:57

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BRAND NEW: SOB 520 - Merry Christmas - 2025 Artist Song Album Label Notes - The Crusaders Scratch (live) by Wayne Henderson Scratch - 1974 Blue Thumb Records - MCA CD Reissue Alternate SOB ID - Suzy Bogguss & Delbert McClinton Baby, It's Cold Outside by Frank Loesser Baby, It's Cold Outside - 2003 Compadre Records Merry Christmas - 2025 - Lyle Love…

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Re-Release - The Craigslist Of Cities (w/ Gareth Reynolds, Yamaneika Saunders, and Sean O’Connor) 53:06

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On this episode of Bad Dates, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians Gareth Reynolds, Yamaneika Saunders, and Sean O’Connor to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. Gareth is a kept man so he keeps his mouth shut about the raw duck, Yamaneika’s date absolutely insists that she look at every single snake on that plane, and here's just a partia…

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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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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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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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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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Clock It! (w/ X Mayo, Danny Jolles, and Blair Socci) 47:50

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On an all-new episode, host Joel Kim Booster welcomes comedians X Mayo, Danny Jolles, and Blair Socci to discuss their most iconic dating fiascos. X really made an effort for her first date, in fact she made ALL the effort, yes Danny was at a party but he absolutely SWEARS he didn’t mishear her, and Bad Dates three-timer Blair has a very simple pla…

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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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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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Introducing: CrimeLess 3:06

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CrimeLess is a weekly comedy talk show exploring the wild crime questions you’d never act on—but secretly want answered. Comedian Rory Scovel and journalist–turned–true-crime podcaster Josh Dean break down a new outrageous caper each episode, from bold heists and absurd scams to crypto disasters and monkey-driven chaos. Their deep dives into the st…

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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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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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SOB 519 Features: Steve Cropper & Phil Upchurch 4-hour tribute - Cropper & Upchurch were both 84 4:04:02

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Artist Song Album Label Notes - Larry Coryell-Eddie Harris/Les McCann Higher Consciousness - Compared to What Barefoot Boy - 1971 & Swiss Movement - 1969 Flying Dutchman & Atlantic Records Latest SOB ID - Booker T & the MG's Time is Tight by Cropper, Booker T. Duck Dunn & Al Jackson w/Anton Fig - Live: 4/23/1993 Time Is Tight - 3CD Box-set Stax Ste…

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Speed Dates: Ayyy, Stenographer! (w/ Jay Jurden) 25:55

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On an all-new episode, host Joel Kim Booster sits down with the hilarious and thoughtful Jay Jurden to talk about Joel’s impending nuptials! Jay has been married for a few years, and together with his husband for a long time before that, so he’s an ideal person for Joel to chat to. They'll talk about what marriage means to them as gay men, the bene…

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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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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…