Shift Change: Troy Jackson’s Working-Class Campaign for U.S. Senate

On this episode of Shift Change, IAM International President Brian Bryant sits down with IAM Member and Texas State Senator Taylor Rehmet. Taylor talks about his journey from enlistment in the military, to IAM Union aircraft mechanic working on America’s finest fighter jets made by IAM District 776. Taylor discusses how he won election as a Local President by doing the hard work of walking and talking to his brothers and sisters on the shop floor.The 7th generation Texan, rooted in the pursuit of serving others, won a seat in the Texas Legislature in a district yearning for change. His “A Texas You Can Afford” campaign is designed to put economic reality into Texas law.

As IAM retirees clubs continue to grow, the union is looking for meaningful ways to keep retirees connected, engaged and supported. Access to guidance on Medicare options is one way the IAM can deliver a lasting benefit to members as they move into retirement.On this episode of Shift Change, International President Bryant sits down with Andrea MonteCalvo of Employee Benefits Systems (EBS) to discuss the IAM’s custom Medicare options for retirees. They explore how retirees can get personalized help understanding their coverage options and where to turn for more information.To learn more, call 1-833-443-1942 or visit ebsretireesolutions.net or contact us at [email protected]. You can also visit ebsworksite.com.Your union wants you to be aware that these benefits exist and that they may be helpful to you. Your union, however, is not party to any agreement you enter into with Employee Benefit Systems and is not responsible in any way for the operation or administration of any plans.

On this episode of Shift Change, IAM International President Brian Bryant sits down with leaders from IAM District 4 and Local S6, along with negotiating committee members, to discuss a historic contract victory for nearly 4,500 shipbuilders at Bath Iron Works in Maine.Hear how they prepared for negotiations, put members’ priorities front and center, and mobilized the membership to build solidarity and strength at the bargaining table.The result: a five-year agreement with a 17% first-year wage increase, stronger job and healthcare protections, safeguards addressing artificial intelligence and new technology, and zero concessions. For Bryant, a former Bath Iron Works shipbuilder and proud Local S6 member, it’s a conversation rooted in the power of members standing together.

On this episode of Shift Change, IAM International President Brian Bryant sits down with longtime union member and IAM-endorsed candidate for U.S. Senate in Maine Troy Jackson to talk about his campaign and the fight to put working people first.Brian and Troy discuss the rising cost of living, corporate greed and an economy too often tilted toward billionaires instead of working families. They also talk about Troy’s union roots and his commitment to creating and protecting good-paying union jobs, as well as his efforts to expand affordable childcare and healthcare. The conversation also focuses on securing more ships and more work for IAM members at Bath Iron Works — strengthening American shipbuilding, national security and Maine’s economy.

IAM International President Brian Bryant sits down with AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler for a timely conversation on the future of work and the labor movement. They discuss how unions can ensure AI benefits workers—not just corporations and billionaires—and why working people must have a voice in shaping new technology. With everyday costs stretching family budgets, Brian and Liz also examine the state of the American labor movement and the critical importance of the upcoming midterm elections. Their message: working people can take on billionaire influence, strengthen their power and demand a government and economy that work for them

International President Bryant sits down with Sean Marcil, Assistant Coordinator of the IAM Retirees and Membership Assistance Department, to discuss the IAM Employee Assistance Program and the power of peer-to-peer support. Sean shares his own story of recovery and how IAM EAP helps our members find themselves through hardship. They also discuss how IAM members and their families can access confidential support and how members can become trained EAP representatives in their own Locals. Whether you’re struggling yourself or want to help a union sibling, you don’t have to face it alone. Our union is here for you.

IAM International President Brian Bryant brings Shift Change: The IAM Union Podcast to the IAM Midwest Territory Staff Conference in St. Louis for a conversation about the victories, organizing and momentum happening across the Territory. Brian sits down with Midwest Territory General Vice President Sam Cicinelli to talk about growing the IAM, reaching and engaging members in new ways, expanding apprenticeship and training opportunities, and some of the exciting organizing happening in new and traditional industries. Midwest Territory International Representative Ronnie Gonzalez also joins the conversation to discuss the groundbreaking effort to give rideshare drivers a real voice on the job through the App Drivers Union, including major victories in Illinois and Massachusetts.

The IAM Union podcast is here — Shift Change: The IAM Union Podcast, hosted by IAM International President Brian Bryant. This podcast is for workers, period. If you’re not in a union, you’ll hear why life is better with a union. Every worker has an employment relationship — but who makes sure yours is fair? How do you get a real voice on the job that management has to listen to? You’ll hear directly from International President Bryant and IAM members, leaders and experts about the work happening every day to improve wages, benefits and working conditions across our union and beyond. Full-time work is 2,080 hours a year. How do you make sure you’re getting the most out of those hours — and getting the wages, benefits, respect and voice you deserve? It’s time for a Shift Change. Tune in.