Episode 72: Labor Day Series: Brandworkers- Good Jobs, Local Food

Follow The Checkout on Facebook - Instagram - Twitter. Stream The Checkout on Apple Podcasts - Spotify - Stitcher - Google Podcast Episode #72 Notes1:00 - How did Brandworkers come about?2:00 - How is Brandworkers structured?4:00 - What are some of the issues affecting food system workers in NY?6:30 - What is labor organizing like in facilities?9:00 - What sectors and businesses are you working in currently?13:30 - What are some major victories you’ve had?17:00 - On collective bargaining and unionizing.24:30 - How has COVID impacted campaign strategies?29:30 - How have priorities changed with a new administration in the White House?31:00 - What do you hope to accomplish in the next few years?34:00 - What does a fair and just food system look like to you?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.