On this episode we sit down and talk with the chair of our local's veteran committee Carlos Rentas. We discuss his time in the military, his time at the W3 center, as well as the exciting opportunities coming soon for all veterans. If you would like to get ahold of Carlos, have questions, or ideas for the podcast please email podcast@lodge778.org…

On this episode of where we work, I sit down with brother Manny Ryan and talk about Labconco. We talk about what the company does, how many people work there, as well as his involvement in our local. If you're interested in being interviewed for an episode of where we work, or have questions, or ideas, please email the podcast directly at podcast@l…

This episode is the meeting minutes for the September 2024 local lodge meeting. For any questions, or podcasts ideas, please email the podcast directly at podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode I sit down with brothers Louie Lyons and John Fritz. They both attended Leadership II at the W3 center. We talk about what they learned and why they want to continue their leadership education. If you have any questions, or podcast ideas please email them to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode we talk to some of the brothers who are helping with the internal organizing efforts at Lake City. We talk about several topics like, why they joined, why they're stewards, and what everyone can do to help. If anyone has questions, podcast ideas, or interest in anything with our local, please email podcast@lodge778.org…

On this episode I sit down with DBR Scott Brown and we discuss some work going on at the local. We talk about organizing, the city of Blue Springs contract, a new committee he has started, and more. If you have questions or ideas for future podcast episodes please email them to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode we sit down and talk with Midwest territory representative Kevin Murch. We discuss his background in the union, what he does now, the H.E.L.P.S. committee, as well as other topics. If you have any questions or podcast ideas please email them to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode it's our 2nd episode of where we work. I sit down with brothers Brian Pinks and Richard Bruce who work at SPX in Olathe Kansas. We discuss everything about the work they do, what they produce, how the union has helped, as well as their involvement with the upcoming contract negotiations. If you have any questions, comments, or ideas…

Here are the meeting minutes for the July local meeting. If you have any questions or podcast ideas please email them to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode brother Braedyn and I sit down with brother Kyle Gibson and sister Diana Dierking. These two were selected to go to the harbor for leadership 1 training a few weeks back. We discuss how their training went as well as what kind of things they learned, and people they met. For any questions or podcast ideas please email podcast@lodge7…

Here is the meeting recap of the June 2024 Local Lodge 778 meeting. There is a lot of information discussed. Opportunities are available to help out in our community, as well as some benefits available to us though fundraisers. If you have any questions, or podcast ideas please email them to podcast@lodge778.org…

On this episode we sit down with the president of the KC AFL/CIO Duke Dujakovich. We discuss his background, the history of the organization, meetings, and everything about the AFL/CIO. If you have any questions, podcast ideas, or would like to volunteer to be interviewed for our "Where we work" episodes, please email the podcast at podcast@lodge77…

I chat with Niki Montgomery from Working Families Friend. I learn about the history of her organization, and all the amazing work they do. If you would like to help out please go to wffriend.org. If you have any questions or ideas for future podcast episodes please email them to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

Here are the minutes for the April Local Lodge 778 meeting. The next meeting will be on May 11th 2024.بقلم Local Lodge 778

I sit down with Brother Braedyn Kristensen, and DBR Scott Brown, and discuss the roles of a steward and why it is a very important role in our union. As well as what you can do to help your steward out. If you have any questions or ideas for the podcast please email me directly at podcast@lodge778.org…

On this episode I sit down with all 3 business reps and get updates on what's going on in our shops, as well as contract updates. If you have any questions or ideas for future episodes, please email the podcast. podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode we introduce brother Braedyn Kristensen. Braedyn is Local 778's educator. We discuss a hot topic right now, ratification votes, and strikes. If you have questions, or ideas for future podcasts please email them to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode I interview Vinny Ceraso. He is the director of addiction services. We discuss all the work our union does to help members and their families that are struggling. There are free services out there to help, so please reach out if you, or a family member, is in need. If you have questions, podcast ideas, or would like to volunteer to …

The meeting recap for the February 2024 Local Lodge 778 meetingبقلم Local Lodge 778

DBR Scott Brown addresses the tragedy after the Chiefs celebration parade. We will have our counselors at the hall this weekend to help those in need. This is a free service to all of our members and their families.بقلم Local Lodge 778

On this 1st episode of our new series, I talk with sister Diana Dierking about where she works, Lake City Army Ammunition Plant. We discuss the history, her roles, what they produce, and what jobs they have to offer. If you would like to discuss where you work in Local 778 please email us at podcast@lodge778.org…

On this episode we talk to associate organizer Harvey Williams. We discuss his union background and his working in a right to work state. We discuss organizing and why it's important to "organize the un-organized". Please send all questions, comments, or episode ideas to our email podcast@lodge778.org…

On this episode we have some contract updates from 3 of our shops. APRO International, Oaks KIA, as well as Honeywell FM&T. Please send all questions, comments, and episode ideas to our email. podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

Minutes for the January 2024 Local Lodge 778 monthly meeting.بقلم Local Lodge 778

Here are the meeting minutes for the December local 778 meeting.بقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode I sit down with all 3 business reps and we discuss how 2023 went for our local. We also discuss what we are looking forward to in 2024. Please send all episode ideas, as well as questions, or comments to our email podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode I sit down with the president of our local, Mr. Kevin Kellogg. We discuss his union background, his responsibilities, the E-board, as well as our bylaws and how they work. Please send questions and/or comments to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

Here is a recap of the November 2023 local lodge 778 meeting.بقلم Local Lodge 778

I sit down with DBR Scott Brown and BR Landon Miner and we discuss contract negotiations. We discuss the main points of negotiations but, if you have specific questions about contract negotiations please email podcast@lodge778.org and we'll be happy to get you the information you want.بقلم Local Lodge 778

A recap of the October IAM Local 778 meeting. The next meeting will be November 11th.بقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode I sit down with DBR Scott Brown and BR Landon Miner. They give a recap of the meetings held for the upcoming Honeywell contract negotiations, as well as the strike sanction vote. Please submit all questions and ideas to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

I sit down with B.R. Landon Miner. We discuss his background, the shops he represents, some union history, as well as what we can do to help grow our union. Please email all questions and ideas to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode I sit down with DBR Scott Brown. We discuss the conference he and the leadership staff attended a few weeks back. Please email questions and podcast ideas to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

September meeting synopsis. Give it a listen and spread the word. Email all questions and comments to podcast@lodge778.orgبقلم Local Lodge 778

On this episode I sit down with Business Rep Kevin Watkinson. We discuss his union experience, his day to day duties, as well as some details on the closing of Yellow Freight. If you have questions you would like answered, or ideas for future podcast episodes please email podcast@lodge778.org.بقلم Local Lodge 778

This episode is a recap of the August 2023 union meeting. We hope to see everyone at the next meeting.بقلم Local Lodge 778

Today I sit down with Secretary Treasurer April Major. We get to know how April got into the union, her daily responsibilities, as well as where our dues go. We also talk about 2 of the committees that she is on. If you have specific questions for April please email her at aprilmajor778@gmail.com. If you have comments, good or bad, ideas for podcas…

In this episode we sit down to speak with Local Lodge 778 Directing Business Rep, Scott Brown.