The Labor Exchange on KGNU

Leadville's Irish with Dr. James Walsh

On this weeks Labor Exchange we talk to Dr. James Walsh, a professor at the University of Colorado Denver who specializes in labor, working class and immigration history and politics. He also founded the Romero Theater troupe an all volunteer theater project that explores working class themes. He recently led the effort to build the Leadville Irish Miners’ Memorial at Evergreen Cemetery in Leadville. 

Boulder Minimum Wage and Labor Day with Alejandra Beatty President of the Boulder Area Labor Council

On this episode of the Labor Exchange we talk about the community effort to raise the minimum wage in Boulder with Boulder Area Labor Council President Alejandra Beatty as well as talking about the 88th Annual Louisville Labor Day Parade.

Joel Buchanan from the United Steelworkers

On today's Labor Exchange we hear from Joel Buchanan, retired member of the United Steelworkers in Pueblo about his career and the history of steel in Pueblo.

The Rise of the Union Curious with Sophie Mariam with the Colorado Fiscal Institute

On this episode of the Labor Exchange we talk to Sophie Mariam, a labor policy analyst for the Colorado Fiscal Institute, a non-profit that provides independent analysis of fiscal and economic issues facing Colorado. We’re discussing, among other things, a study published last month by the Economic Policy Institute titled The Rise of the Union Curious: Support for unionization among America’s frontline workers.

The Labor Exchange - Labor Radio Podcast Network Show

On this episode of the labor exchange we hear from Teamsters Vice President John Palmer discussing Teamster President Sean O Brien’s recent decision to speak at the republican national convention, and from others on topics ranging from solar power to labor challenges in the trades. The Labor Exchange is a member of the Labor Radio Podcast Network, a group dedicated to promoting the wide variety of radio shows and podcasts about working and working people.  Today’s show features excerpts from Labor Radio Podcast Network Partners including The Real News Network Podcast, The Labor And Energy Show; The Wealthy Ironworker and The Construction User 2.0. The Labor Radio Podcast Network Weekly is edited by Patrick Dixon, produced by Chris Garlock. 

Denver Collective Bargaining with Lauren Seegmiller and Denver City Councilors Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, Shontel Lewis, and Sarah Parady.

On this episode of the Labor Exchange we discuss an effort to have voters make a decision on expanding collective bargaining rights for city workers in Denver. We interview Denver Librarian Lauren Seegmiller along with three members of the Denver City Council: Serena Gonzales-Gutierrez, Shontel Lewis, and Sarah Parady.

Sen. Polly Baca interview with True Apodaca-Cobell

On today’s episode of the Labor Exchange we hear an interview with pioneering Colorado State Senator and Representative Polly Baca about her impactful career, her links to the labor movement and her hope for the future. This episode features special guest host True Apodaca-Cobell from SEIU 105.

Nexstar / Fox 31 broadcast workers organizing - NABET 52 President Gil Maestas

On this episode of the Labor Exchange we talk to Gil Maestas President of the National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians Local 52 about an organizing effort among workers at Nexstar / Fox 31 and his background in the local broadcasting industry.

Governor Polis vetoes bills to help working families w/ Dennis Dougherty, Executive Director of the Colorado AFL-CIO

On this episode of the Labor Exchange we catch up with Colorado AFL-CIO Executive Director Dennis Dougherty about Governor Polis' veto of three bills passed in Colorado that were designed to help working families.

Full Version The Labor Exchange interview with Kjersten Forseth

Colorado's legislative session wrapped up on last Wednesday. We talk with labor lobbyist Kjersten Forseth about this years session including rail safety legislation recently signed into law and those still awaiting Governor Polis' approval.