12 - Game Workers Unite, Part 2

A discussion about the new realities of auditioning and getting back to work, during the time of the coronavirus.UW Voices: Mike Nelson, Matthew Jaeger, Kevin E. West, Natalia Castellanos, Jim Connor, Cindy Drummond, Kevin McCorkleThis episode of the UnionWorking Podcast was recorded during a video conference.Sound Editing: Craig WelzbacherEmail us at [email protected]

Recent changes made to the SAG-AFTRA Health Plan are without question the most severe since the inception of the plan. The changes are not only stark but also fairly confusing and complex. When you add to that the timing and realities of COVID-19, and the unknown facing our industry in the immediate future, it makes this episode an imperative listen.UW Voices: Mike Nelson, Nancy Linari, Matthew Jaeger, Bob Stephenson, Kevin E. West, Rob Fitzgerald, Natalia Castellanos, Jim Connor, Cindy DrummondTopical Links: 2021 Benefit Changes OverviewThis episode of the UnionWorking Podcast was recorded during a video conference on August 18, 2020.Sound Editing: Craig WelzbacherEmail us at [email protected] repeat, for more information check out https://www.sagaftraplans.org/health/2021-changes/overview.Also, UnionWorking highly suggests attending an informational webinar. There are 3 currently scheduled: for broadcasters, August 20 at 10:00am PST (RSVP)for all members, August 25 at 1pm PST (RSVP) for senior Plan participants, August 27 at 10:30am PST (RSVP)

Special Episode! UnionWorking had 3 of its core members on the Negotiating Committee of the 2020 TV/Theatrical contract between SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP. This 2-hour roundtable is a non-partisan breakdown of the Tentative Agreement that was reached on June 11. We offer a non-emotional perspective on the specific terms, as well as the process required over 7 weeks to arrive at this Agreement.SAG-AFTRA members, be sure to vote before the July 22 deadline!UW Voices: Mike Nelson, Nancy Linari, Matthew Jaeger, Bob Stephenson, Kevin E. West, Kevin Ashworth, Rob Fitzgerald, Kevin McCorkleTopical Links: SAG-AFTRA Agreement, 318 Million More, Dissenting Opinion 2020, VOTEThis episode of the UnionWorking Podcast was recorded during a video conference on July 9, 2020.  Sound Editing: Craig Welzbacher Email us at [email protected] few clarifications and corrections, along with an approximate time mark:Hulu is SVOD not AVOD / 38mLarge license fees are not the factor in the declining number of syndication. Declining license fees compared to the residuals they must pay to run the show are the factor in question / 51m, 1h12Advance payment of residuals was legally negotiated into our contract back in the day / 1h20

Nancy Linari sits down with Brad Venable, Michelle Bonilla, and Sarah Elmaleh to discuss the State of the Voiceover Industry.UW Voices: Nancy Linari UW Guests: Michelle C. Bonilla, Sarah Elmaleh, Brad VenableThis episode of the UnionWorking Podcast was recorded February 25, 2020, at Southpaw Studios / ASG Casting. A big thank you to Arlene Schuster-Goss (ASG Casting) & Justin Radley (Southpaw Studios)!Sound Engineer: Shaan Sharma Sound Editing: Craig Welzbacher Executive Producer: Jack Levy [email protected] / 818-233-0640Email us at [email protected]

We discuss the ongoing issues that producers of ULB, MLB films, and other lower budget projects, face with union rules ’n staff. UW Voices: Kevin E. West, Matthew JaegerUW Guest: Gerald Webb, Anna Schumacher, Max Kleinman, Elizabeth Anderson, Stephanie McBainTopical Links: SAGindieRecorded February 25, 2020, at Southpaw Studios / ASG CastingSound Engineer: Shaan SharmaSound Editing: Craig WelzbacherExecutive Producer: Jack Levy [email protected] / 818-233-0640Email us at [email protected]

The last installment of our conversation with Emma Kinema of Game Workers Unite and Communications Workers of America. UW Voices: Mike C. Nelson, Rob Fitzgerald, Kevin AshworthUW Guest: Emma KinemaTopical Links: GWU, @GameWorkers, CWA, @CWAUnionRecorded February 25, 2020, at Southpaw Studios / ASG CastingSound Engineer: Shaan Sharma Sound Editing: Craig Welzbacher Executive Producer: Jack Levy [email protected] / 818-233-0640Email us at [email protected]

Part 2 of our conversation with Emma Kinema of Game Workers Unite and now Communications Workers of America. UW Voices: Mike C. Nelson, Rob Fitzgerald, Kevin AshworthUW Guest: Emma KinemaTopical Links: GWU, @GameWorkers, CWA, @CWAUnionRecorded February 25, 2020, at Southpaw Studios / ASG CastingSound Engineer: Shaan Sharma Sound Editing: Craig Welzbacher Executive Producer: Jack Levy [email protected] / 818-233-0640Email us at [email protected]

UW sits down with the amazing Emma Kinema of Game Workers Unite and now Communications Workers of America. Gamers struggle for fair wages and working conditions. We talk organizing history, stats, and principles.UW Voices: Mike C. Nelson, Rob Fitzgerald, Kevin AshworthUW Guest: Emma KinemaTopical Links: GWU, @GameWorkers, CWA, @CWAUnionThis episode of the UnionWorking Podcast was recorded February 25, 2020, at Southpaw Studios / ASG Casting. A big thank you to Arlene Schuster-Goss (ASG Casting) & Justin Radley (Southpaw Studios)!Sound Engineer: Shaan Sharma Sound Editing: Craig Welzbacher Executive Producer: Jack Levy [email protected] / 818-233-0640Email us at [email protected]

Kevin E. West and Jim Connor welcome SAG-AFTRA & IATSE award winners discuss key contract issues, disparity, and their attitude.These guests have won a bunch of awards. J.K. Simmons has an Oscar, a SAG Award, and many other awards. Editor Steve Rasch has multiple Eddies and Emmys.UW Voices: Kevin E. West, Jim ConnorUW Guests: J.K. Simmons, Steven RaschThis episode of the UnionWorking Podcast was recorded February 25, 2020, at Southpaw Studios / ASG Casting. A big thank you to Arlene Schuster-Goss (ASG Casting) & Justin Radley (Southpaw Studios)!Sound Engineer: Shaan Sharma Sound Editing: Craig Welzbacher Executive Producer: Jack Levy [email protected] / 818-233-0640Email us at [email protected]

Matthew and Nancy discuss compensation fairness in English vs. Spanish with our talented bilingual guests.UW Voices: Matthew Jaeger, Nancy Linari UW Guests: Carolina Espiro, Natalia Castellanos This episode of the UnionWorking Podcast was recorded February 25, 2020, at Southpaw Studios / ASG Casting. A big thank you to Arlene Schuster-Goss (ASG Casting) & Justin Radley (Southpaw Studios)!Sound Engineer: Shaan Sharma Sound Editing: Craig Welzbacher Executive Producer: Jack Levy [email protected] / 818-233-0640Email us at [email protected]