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Union Strong is the official podcast of the New York State AFL-CIO. We share stories of working men and women who benefit from belonging to a union and having a voice in the workplace.

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As Primary Election Day approaches, the stakes for working people have never been higher. Every endorsement made by the New York State AFL-CIO carries significant weight, and candidates seeking that endorsement must earn it by meeting a high threshol... more

For 17 years, the journalists and media workers of the Albany Newspaper Guild have been working without a contract at the Times Union.

They haven’t spoken about their fight publicly until now.

On the latest Union Strong Podcast, we’re diving into t... more

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New York State Assemblyman Harry Bronson’s journey from a childhood of hardship to becoming a champion for workers is inspiring. As one of 12 siblings growing up without indoor plumbing, and at times, no running water, he saw firsthand the struggles ... more

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Unemployment benefits just got a significant boost in New York State. This long-awaited increase, championed by the union movement, raises important questions: How much did the benefit go up? Who qualifies? How long can you collect?

New York State D... more

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Recent Guests

Kevin Eitzmann
Political Director
New York State AFL-CIO
Episode: The Union Vote
Wendy Liberatore
President of the Albany Newspaper Guild
Albany Newspaper Guild
Episode: Breaking Their Silence After 17 Years
Harry Bronson
Assemblyman, Chair of the Labor Committee (New York)
New York State Assembly
Episode: Poverty to Power: Harry Bronson on Labor and Justice
Roberta Reardon
Commissioner of the New York State Department of Labor
New York State Department of Labor
Episode: Big Benefit Boost for Unemployed
Terri Carmichael Jackson
Executive Director, WNBA Players Association
WNBA Players Association
Episode: Leveling the Court: The WNBPA’s Fight for Fairness
Mario Cilento
President, New York State AFL-CIO
New York State AFL-CIO
Episode: The Shutdown
Liz Shuler
President of the AFL-CIO
AFL-CIO
Episode: Union Bus Tour Stops In New York
Tom DiNapoli
New York State Comptroller
Office of the New York State Comptroller
Episode: Federal Funding and New York’s Future
Kirsten Gillibrand
U.S. Senator
U.S. Senate
Episode: The Big Beautiful Betrayal

Hosts

Darcy Wells
Host of Union Strong; affiliated with New York State AFL-CIO; frequently leads discussions on endorsements, mobilization, and worker rights.
Liz O'Neill
Co-host; editor/host with a focus on labor actions, campaigns, and member resources.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • I like ..but...

    Im union member of UPSEU

    I like that they inform us in what’s going on but wish they would put links in the notes. Instead of a guest just saying a wedsite to go to. I got to stop working to get a pencil / rewind and so on . Make it easy put a link in the notes . I go home touch the link I can sign the Petition or find out who I should be voting for. Use the technology make it easy. Link -notes - keep fighting

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Dan sold out
    United States6 years ago
  • Good to hear from Labor

    It is important that labor has a voice in public affairs. New York has been a leader in organized labor, which is the most important counterbalance to corporate power and to the power of the 1%.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    APinewood
    United States6 years ago
  • LiUNA LOCAL 78

    Great start. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    burgoslocal78
    United States8 years ago
  • Good start!

    Great content for Union members or anyone interested in supporting workers rights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tacosmuggler
    United States8 years ago

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Guest variety from policymakers to union leaders is valued for credibility.
Listeners appreciate the focus on practical mobilization and real-world impact for workers.

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The Union Vote
Q: What platforms or tools do you use to organize volunteers and events like labor walks and phone banks?
We use Mobilize to post all events and signups, and the information is linked from our website's politics page, making it easy for members to find walk locations, times, and meetups.
The Union Vote
Q: How do the mobilization trainings fit into building a broader electoral program for working people?
Post-COVID, trainings were created to rebuild the muscle of in-person conversations, teaching members how to have constructive, issue-focused discussions on doors and in communities, leading to more effective turnout efforts.
The Union Vote
Q: So let's talk a little bit about our endorsement process, because as I mentioned in the open, there is a high threshold. So let's explain to our viewers what that threshold is, and how do we get to that point?
The process starts with questionnaires in December, goes out in January to candidates, followed by interviews within our ALFs and CLCs across the state; after reviews, a two-thirds consensus is required to make a recommendation to the board, and then the executive council makes the final endorsement, also needing two-thirds.
Breaking Their Silence After 17 Years
Q: So I wanna talk about this fight that you're in the middle of and who it is that you represent. But first, as a journalist yourself, how long have you been doing this?
I've been reporting since 1983, starting as an education reporter, then writing features for about 20 years at the Daily Gazette, and more recently for the Times Union in Saratoga County.
Poverty to Power: Harry Bronson on Labor and Justice
Q: What are the biggest challenges and priorities for the upcoming session regarding labor and workplaces?
Priorities include OSHA/workplace safety, AI and algorithmic decision-making in employment, a WARN Act-like approach for AI-driven layoffs, and a transition plan for workers to a green economy with equity and inclusion.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Union Strong

What is Union Strong about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A labor-focused discussion series that centers on union strategies, worker advocacy, and public policy affecting working people. Episodes frequently cover union endorsements and mobilization tactics, wage and benefits issues, unemployment insurance, and broader labor-policy debates, often featuring policymakers, union leaders, and industry insiders. Notable strengths include boots-on-the-ground organizing stories, practical guidance for member engagement, and high-profile guests from labor movements, government, and advocacy groups. The show appears to aim at union members and supporters who want actionable insights on how labor actions translate into real-world benefits and protections for workers, as well as how political dynamics influen... more

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2. Wendy Liberatore
3. Harry Bronson
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