EP 76: Navigating the Changing Landscape of the Labor Movement

In this episode of Nurses Uncorked, Nurse Erica and Nurse Jessica welcome Sarah Hughes from Labor Notes to discuss the current state of the labor movement.

Labor Notes is the premier resource for rank-and-file members and union organizers. With the labor movement seeing a resurgence of interest and participation, Sarah lends her expertise on how healthcare workers are increasingly unionizing and the trends shaping the labor landscape. The conversation emphasizes the need for solidarity and the controversial topic of scab nurses. They also discuss the push for a coordinated collective action in 2028. This episode addresses the importance of nurses taking action to advocate for their rights and the evolution of strike strategies in the nursing profession. They explore the implications of short strikes versus open-ended strikes. Sarah dives into the historical context of labor struggles and the necessity of education and empowerment for workers to navigate the changing landscape of labor laws. 

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Chapters:

00:00 Patron Shoutout, Introduction to Labor Notes and Sarah Hughes

03:16 Cocktail of the Week

04:30 Labor Notes - a Resource for Rank-and-File Members

06:19 Labor Notes Conference

10:40 Current Trends in the Labor Movement

13:38 Building Strong and Strike-Ready Unions

23:15 Short Strikes Versus Open-Ended Strikes

31:10 Problem of the Week

36:40 Understanding Scab Nurses and Their Impact

48:20 Coordinated Bargaining

56:25 Unemployment Insurance Benefits for Striking Workers

58:30 Labor Notes Workshops

1:02:20 The Future of Labor Movements

1:07:35 How to Stay up to Date

1:08:25 Enema of the Week Award

 

Labor Notes:

https://labornotes.org/ 

https://www.facebook.com/labornotes 

https://x.com/labornotes 

 

Cocktail of the Week:

7 and 7

5 oz 7UP

1.5 oz Seagrams 7

Splash of lime juice

Mix in drink mixer

Pour in glass with lime wedge

 

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