KGNU Labor Exchange - Rail Safety & the Worker Protection Act SB5

KGNU Labor Exchange - Rail Safety & the Worker Protection Act SB5

Author: Robert Lindgren March 17, 2025 Duration: 29:00
KGNU Labor Exchange - Carl Smith SMART-TD talks about a bill to fund more safety inspectors in Colorado and we hear from the hearing on SB5 the Worker Protection Act - including Reps. Jennifer Bacon and Javier Mabry and Casa Bonita worker Michelle Mendenhall. 

Tune in to The Labor Exchange on KGNU for a direct line to the conversations shaping Colorado's workforce. Hosted by Robert Lindgren, whose work with the Colorado AFL-CIO and the Denver Newspaper Guild provides a grounded, insider perspective, this public affairs program digs into the real stories behind labor, business, and economic policy. Each episode features thoughtful interviews that move beyond headlines to explore how legislative changes, workplace trends, and political decisions directly impact people's livelihoods and careers. You'll hear from organizers, analysts, and workers themselves, providing a multifaceted look at the forces that define our working lives. While it originates as a bi-weekly radio broadcast on KGNU Community Radio, this podcast ensures these vital discussions are accessible anytime, offering a reliable source for news and analysis that matters to employees and employers alike. It’s a space where the often abstract worlds of politics and business meet the concrete realities of the daily grind, all through civil, informative dialogue. For anyone curious about the rights, challenges, and future of work in our state and beyond, Lindgren’s The Labor Exchange on KGNU serves as an essential and engaging resource.
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