Labor In The Land Podcast

In this episode, we’re joined by Yanela Sims (SEIU Local 1) and Samara Knight (SEIU District 1199) to discuss the vital role service employees play as the backbone of our communities. Samara breaks down District 1199’s strike authorizations at Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital and the Cleveland Public Library system.
We also reflect on what we’re most proud of heading into Labor Day, share how we’re celebrating the holiday, and break down the latest updates on the Labor Votes 2026 Program.
Learn more & get involved: northshoreaflcio.org/Labor26

In our third episode, retired firefighter and active IAFF union leader Jerry Miluk joins us to analyze the Senate Bill 5 fight, drawing parallels to the modern political climate. Check out Senate Bill 5: The Fight of a Generation, produced by the OAPFF.
We also highlight our collaborative research on artificial intelligence with Sonya Rashkovan, a research student at Brown University. Plus, Political Director Rebecca Gorski delivers an essential strategy update ahead of the Labor Votes 2026 program.
Hector Alvarado and Brian Pearson host.

In our second episode—we have tech issues. But we’ve made it work! We’re giving an update on some recent contract wins as well as an overview of the resolutions passed at the 30th Convention of the AFL-CIO! For the latest news and events, visit northshoreaflcio.org.

In our first episode, we talk about who we are and what we’re working on. Some of the events discussed in this podcast already occurred. For the latest news and events, visit northshoreaflcio.org.