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Talkin' Trades
by Georgia Construction Careers
Talkin' Trades Podcast with Randy Beall from Georgia Construction Careers and Rut Walker from Union Up talk about issues and opportunities in the construction field in Georgia.
Episodes
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Talkin' Trades: Episode 15 - Rumors and Truths: FAQs on Labor Unions- PART ONE
There are a lot of mistruths and rumors about labor unions, particularly in red states. Some media outlets spin it one way, and others spin it another. Georgia Construction Careers business manager Randy Beall, a life long member of the Sheet Metal workers union (SMART Local 85) and Rut Walker…
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Talkin Trades Episode 14 - Cobb County Sheriff Craig Owens
The honorable Sheriff Craig Owens from Cobb County (Metro Atlanta) joins Talkin' Trades to talk about the upcoming Sheriff's Cup all-star football game to raise awareness about bullying in Atlanta area schools. Sheriff Owens gives his insight on the effect that bullying has on gang activity in…
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Talkin' Trades Episode 13 - Sheriff Keybo Taylor on Gangs, School violence, and possible solutions
Gwinnett County (GA) Sheriff Keybo Taylor joins "Talkin' Trades" to discuss the problem of gangs, school violence, and what we as a community can do to help mitigate the problem. Intervention in the middle school age group is a key component in preventing the attraction to gangs. Giving young...
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Talkin' Trades: Episode 12 - A digital solution for hypertension and high cholesterol
High blood pressure, hypertension, and heart disease is a big problem among the construction trades. Left unchecked it can kill you and leave your family in a lurch. Patrick Lolli and Stephanie Campbell from Hello Heart join Talkin' Trades to talk about a simple monitoring solution available to...
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Talkin' Trades Episode 11 - Investing for the benefit of the local unions
Steve Hamilton and Mathew Beam from Washington Capital join "Talkin' Trades" to talk about real estate investment, how they benefit local union pensions, and how business managers can get involved on behalf of their members.
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Talkin' Trades Episode 10 - (9/22/22) Issues affecting workers comp in Georgia
You get hurt on the job.... What do you do? What rights do you have? How do you properly document your situation so that you are not exposed and can be taken advantage of by your employer? What are the issues on capitol hill in Georgia that can affect workers moving forward? Attorney David H....
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Talkin' Trades Episode 9: Georgia Public Service Commissioner Tim Echols
Georgia Public Service Commissioner and Vice Chair Tim Echols joins "Talkin' Trades" Host Rut Walker with Union Up and co-Host Randy Beall of Georgia Construction Careers to talk about the extension of Plant Bowen and what it means to working families in Georgia. Commissioner Echols brings his...
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Talkin' Trades Episode 8: "The Apprenticeship Experience"
Jeff Rogers, Director of the Mechanical Trades Institute, and Andy Sumpter from the Mechanical Contractors Association join "Talkin' Trades" to discuss the upcoming event called "The Apprenticeship Experience" on March 18th, 2022 for High School Teachers, Administrators, and Counselors at the...
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Talkin' Trades Episode 7: Dealing with Tragedy- The role of faith on the job-site and in life
Construction sites can sometimes be a tough place to be as a person of faith. From topical situations like salty language, questionable behavior, and ethics violations, to more severe issues like anxiety and depression, grief, drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence, suicide and other issues…
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Talkin' Trades Episode 6: Bruce Carraway -What To Do When You Are Injured on the Job Site
Attorney Bruce Carraway joins Talkin' Trades to talk about what to do in case you are hurt on the job, and what your options are as a tradesperson. When should you report an injury, What are your options, when (and when not) to contact an attorney. How to stay in good graces with your employer...
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Talkin' Trades Episode 5: Future of Energy in Georgia with Tim Echols, Georgia Public Service Commissioner
Georgia Public Service Commissioner and Vice-Chairman Tim Echols joins Talkin' Trades from Georgia Construction Careers. Hosts Rut Walker from Union Up and Randy Beall from Atlanta North Georgia Building Trades Council talk to Commissioner Echols about the future of Georgia's energy needs…
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Talkin' Trades Episode 4: A Better Way for Union Members to Buy a Car
Talkin' Trades welcomes John Perez, President and CEO of Union Auto Program. UAP is a company specifically trade union members to be purchase a vehicle with special pricing and benefits that are only available to our union brothers and sisters. John talks about the process, what UAP is all about,...
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Talkin' Trades: Episode 3: How to Plan Your Retirement w/Larry Boggs - American Retirement Solutions
Comfortable retirement with plenty of money to do what you want with your life for years after you retire is one of the reasons why tradespeople join a union. But are you prepared? How important is retirement planning for someone in the union trades? How much should a journeyman save for...
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Talkin' Trades: Episode 2: Randy Beall Atlanta - North Georgia Building Trades
Randy Beall, Business Manager for the Atlanta North Georgia Building Trades Council and 33-year veteran sheet metal union member, joins Talkin' Trades to discuss the role of ANGBTC in the community, in promoting business opportunities in the trades, and political issues facing the union trades on...
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Talkin' Trades from Georgia Construction Careers - Episode 1: Huge Opportunity for Commercial Plumbers and Service Techs
Georgia Construction Careers' Talkin' Trades Podcast Episode 1 welcomes Terry Newsome, Jr., Business Manager for United Association of Plumbers, Pipefitters, & HVACR Service Technicians Local 72. Hosts Randy Beall of Georgia Construction Careers and Rut Walker from Union up discuss the...
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How many episodes does Talkin' Trades have?
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Talkin' Trades Podcast with Randy Beall from Georgia Construction Careers and Rut Walker from Union Up talk about issues and opportunities in the construction field in Georgia.
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Talkin' Trades is created and hosted by Georgia Construction Careers.
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