YDA Labor Caucus + Amazon Teamster push new bill in New York
Release Date: 11/20/2025
Labor Leader Discusses run for Rancho City Council
The Teamster View
In this episode of Worker Power Hour, we bring you conversations that highlight what building worker power looks like in real time across our communities. First, we sit down with Dejonae Shaw, candidate for Rancho Cucamonga City Council, to talk about her campaign and what it means to bring a strong pro-worker voice into local government. From workers’ rights to community investment, Dejonae shares why this race matters for working families. Then, we hear from Ernie from the Palm Springs Aviation Department, who joins us to talk about a major victory—workers coming together and voting to...
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Firefighters, Workers, and Washington: Joe Kerr Joins Worker Power Hour
The Teamster View
In this episode of Worker Power Hour, Randy Korgan sits down with Joe Kerr, former president of the Orange County Professional Firefighters Association and current candidate for Congress. After years of advocating for firefighters and working families at the bargaining table, Kerr is now taking his fight for workers to the national stage. The conversation explores Kerr’s journey from union leadership to public office, the importance of having working-class voices in Washington, and what a pro-worker agenda in Congress should look like. From protecting collective bargaining rights to...
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The Inland Empire is a Sleeping Giant
The Teamster View
In this episode, we bring together labor, local government, and small business voices shaping the Inland Empire. We’re joined by Inland Empire Labor Institute Executive Director Esmeralda Vazquez, Helen Tran, Mayor of San Bernardino, representatives from the Teamsters Local 1932 Black Power Committee, and local small business Lala’s Mexican Fusion Cuisine. Together, we discuss the importance of worker power, Black leadership in the labor movement, economic justice, and how labor, elected officials, and community businesses can work together to strengthen the Inland Empire. Teamsters Local...
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Union Activity is on the rise!
The Teamster View
On today's episode of the Worker Power Hour, we kicked things off with recent labor news regarding Kentucky unions' fight to repeal right to work laws and other labor wins. We were joined by Lisa Jeffers, with the Right at Home Foundation, who offer home care services for those who require the extra assistance to sustain a healthy lifestyle. Next we had on Councilwoman Denise Davis from Redlands to discuss city council updates, why she is seeking another term, and her opinions on the CA ballot measure to tax the billionaires. Shortly after, we were joined by our County...
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Labor Attorney launches campaign for Congress
The Teamster View
On today's episode of the Worker Power Hour, we kicked things off with recent labor news regarding Corporate Interests ballot measures, worker power wins and much more. Next, we were joined by the American Heart Association to talk about heart health and how to prevent heart issues. We wrap up with Marnie Von Wilpert, a labor attorney and San Diego City Councilwoman who is now running for Congress! Listen now and stay connected to the movement.
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State of Labor in 2026
The Teamster View
On today's episode of the Worker Power Hour, we kicked things off with recent labor news regaring Kaiser Permanente nurses on strike, ICE raids, and much more. Next, we were joined by Ana Montgomery with Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy to promote their business and the sweet discount for Teamster members. We wrap up with Susie Martinez, the Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Nevada AFL-CIO to discuss the state of labor in 2026 and how the labor movement needs to become more innovative to combat modern union busting. Listen now and stay connected to the movement.
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Union Myths Vs Reality & Minneapolis throwing it down!
The Teamster View
On today's episode of the Worker Power Hour, we kicked things off with Matthew, a local carpet cleaner, who shares what it’s really like to run a small business, serve the community, and build something sustainable through hard work and hustle. Next, we’re joined by labor TikToker Glenn Kage, who breaks down union myths vs. reality—calling out the misinformation workers hear every day and setting the record straight about what unions actually do for working people. We wrap up with Scott Wilkie, President of Teamsters Local 638, for a powerful conversation on how labor and the broader...
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Corporate America is on the move but so are workers!
The Teamster View
This week on Worker Power Hour, host Randy Korgan is joined by powerhouse voices from across Southern California’s labor and political landscape. We’re honored to welcome Yvonne Wheeler, President of the Los Angeles County Federation of Labor, for a deep dive into how workers are organizing and fighting back against corporate America’s attacks on unions and working families. We also feature a special edition of “James Bites Back” with James Martinez, delivering his take on local restaurants he has tried through our Teamster Advantage Program. Rounding out the episode is...
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What Workers Should Demand in 2026
The Teamster View
On this episode of the Worker Power Hour, Randy Korgan was joined by Jason Nugent, a Teamsters Local 1932 Steward and San Bernardino County eligibility worker, to discuss what workers should demand in 2026. Randy is also joined by our Teamsters Advantage guest, Ron Hawkins, Director of Business and Educational Partnerships (California baptist University).
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Teamsters Local 166, taking on Kaiser Permanente
The Teamster View
On this episode of the Worker Power Hour, Randy Kogran is joined by Teamsters Local 166: Don Henley, Business Agent/ Recording Secretary Brian Williams, Chief Steward Contract Specialist Alex Marroquin, Kaiser Steward Healthcare Division Communicator Huy Le, Kaiser Steward RMC Healthcare Division Communicator Together, they discussed how Teamsters Local 166 is currently in negotiations with Kaiser Permanente to fight for issues such as wages, pensions, staffing ratios, etc. Randy is also joined by Melissa and Jacquilyn from Michaels house to talk about how they help...
info_outlineOn this episode of The Worker Power Hour, host Randy Korgan, Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 1932, sits down with Adam Chaikof, Chair of the Young Democrats Labor Caucus to talk about his role in organizing the DCCC, the Democratic Party's relationship with labor, and much more.
We also had on our Teamster Advantage Partner, Marissa, with Premium Custome Tailoring Alterations, who offers sweet discounts for our members who seek to use her service!
James Martinez also joins us for another episode of James Bites Back! James Martinez, an outstanding Teamster member goes around the Inland Empire to try delicious foods and treats from our growing network of Teamster Advantage partners.
Lastly, we welcomed Anotnio Rosario, New York Lead Organizer with the Amazon campaign and Chris Torres from DIL7 from Chicago to talk about the Delivery Protection Act and what this means for workers.