<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[SolidTalk_Podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[Podcast talking about Union news and labor laws and how U.S. politics affects union members.Gonzo G. Gives his reaction on it all from strike lines to in person and online interviews .]]></description><link>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gonzo24</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 16:02:29 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/5X784kTC.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></author><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:03:13 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Gonzo G.]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[News Commentary]]></category><itunes:author>Gonzo G.</itunes:author><itunes:summary>Podcast talking about Union news and labor laws and how U.S. politics affects union members.Gonzo G. Gives his reaction on it all from strike lines to in person and online interviews .</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Gonzo G.</itunes:name><itunes:email>gonzalogee1983@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="News"><itunes:category text="News Commentary"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><item><title><![CDATA[SOLID TALK EPISODE 25 
TALKING REAL ISSUES ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers topics such as the impact of labor and grassroots support on elections, the influence of unions in politics, election strategy and district dynamics, AI and occupational safety, congressional majority and union representation, and pension and retirement. The guest shares insights on these topics, highlighting the importance of labor support and the challenges faced by working families. The conversation covers the topics of labor and health, as well as political involvement and engagement with unions. It delves into the challenges faced by labor workers, the importance of health and safety, and the impact of political decisions on working individuals. Additionally, it highlights the significance of political involvement and the role of unions in advocating for the rights of working men and women.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Labor and grassroots support</li><li>Impact of unions on elections Labor and health</li><li>Political involvement</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Political Action</li><li>11:07 AI and Occupational Safety</li><li>17:11 Congressional Majority and Union Representation</li><li>23:25 Labor and Health</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">62f30238-9e3c-4393-8337-23db183768cc</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 06:28:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/e677672931ed329ea2985850405651f24fb989613cf9c1ac68856ef6e47b93da/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2MmYzMDIzOC05ZTNjLTQzOTMtODMzNy0yM2RiMTgzNzY4Y2MiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmYzJmOWRjM2FhOTc2Y2NiODg3M2I2L3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTdfXzgtMjItMjEubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="91945317" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/62f30238-9e3c-4393-8337-23db183768cc/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers topics such as the impact of labor and grassroots support on elections, the influence of unions in politics, election strategy and district dynamics, AI and occupational safety, congressional majority and union representation, and pension and retirement. The guest shares insights on these topics, highlighting the importance of labor support and the challenges faced by working families. The conversation covers the topics of labor and health, as well as political involvement and engagement with unions. It delves into the challenges faced by labor workers, the importance of health and safety, and the impact of political decisions on working individuals. Additionally, it highlights the significance of political involvement and the role of unions in advocating for the rights of working men and women.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Labor and grassroots support&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Impact of unions on elections Labor and health&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Political involvement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction and Political Action&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:07 AI and Occupational Safety&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;17:11 Congressional Majority and Union Representation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;23:25 Labor and Health&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:47:53</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode><itunes:title>SOLID TALK EPISODE 25 
TALKING REAL ISSUES </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOLID TALK EPISODE 24
UNION BATTLES]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The episode covers the Softball Tournament and Union Battle of the Trades, including interviews with Loco 848 members and coverage of the boxing tournament. It also delves into the ongoing strike of Teamsters 631 in Las Vegas, highlighting the challenges faced by the workers and the importance of union solidarity. The episode provides insights into the struggles and negotiations of union workers, emphasizing the need for support and fair treatment in the workplace.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Union solidarity</li><li>Challenges of union negotiations</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Softball Tournament and Union Battle of the Trades</li><li>14:28 Coverage of Battle of the Trades Boxing Tournament in Las Vegas</li><li>22:22 Interview with Mother of Fighter at Boxing Tournament</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">6c8b2697-e178-4040-99af-4dbb22662ecd</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 06:31:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/bedf9fb78fb4793f027a84ef9c6fad9249dfbc5e2bec8888a88ea7dedb60df20/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2YzhiMjY5Ny1lMTc4LTQwNDAtOTlhZi00ZGJiMjI2NjJlY2QiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmNDJkMWExNzBjMWM3ZjkyZjg1MWI1L3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTFfXzYtMzMtMzAubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="76576957" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/6c8b2697-e178-4040-99af-4dbb22662ecd/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The episode covers the Softball Tournament and Union Battle of the Trades, including interviews with Loco 848 members and coverage of the boxing tournament. It also delves into the ongoing strike of Teamsters 631 in Las Vegas, highlighting the challenges faced by the workers and the importance of union solidarity. The episode provides insights into the struggles and negotiations of union workers, emphasizing the need for support and fair treatment in the workplace.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Union solidarity&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Challenges of union negotiations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction to Softball Tournament and Union Battle of the Trades&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;14:28 Coverage of Battle of the Trades Boxing Tournament in Las Vegas&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;22:22 Interview with Mother of Fighter at Boxing Tournament&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:39:53</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode><itunes:title>SOLID TALK EPISODE 24
UNION BATTLES</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOLID TALK EPISODE 23 TEAMSTERS FREIGHT & WHAT HAPPEND TO IT !]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the experiences of a teamster, the challenges in the freight industry, the impact of unionization on workers, the role of organizers and union benefits, and the cost of living and taxation in California. The conversation covers topics related to corruption, financial struggles, political disillusionment, corporate accountability, political representation, economic shifts, union advocacy, contract knowledge, role of business agents, union discipline, negotiation, bare knuckle fighting, and law enforcement. The speakers express disillusionment with the Democratic party, advocate for worker rights, and emphasize the importance of union representation and contract knowledge. They also discuss the impact of political decisions on communities and the challenges faced by law enforcement. The conversation concludes with appreciation and encouragement for future endeavors.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Teamster journey and challenges</li><li>Impact of unionization on workers Importance of union representation and contract knowledge</li><li>Disillusionment with the Democratic party and advocacy for political change</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Journey of a Teamster</li><li>11:14 Impact of Unionization on Workers</li><li>16:59 The Role of Organizers and Union Benefits</li><li>25:48 The Cost of Living and Taxation in California</li><li>31:00 Corruption and Gangster Recognition</li><li>36:05 Political Representation and Accountability</li><li>40:58 Role of Business Agents and Union Support</li><li>46:02 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution</li><li>54:01 Bare Knuckle Fighting and Law Enforcement</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">f0054d1c-593a-4712-9544-cc3817c9b8a5</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:39:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/cc851473c927f8f2c81f3a2890660ffe66b92a8b816f92853639b2a711ae7acb/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmMDA1NGQxYy01OTNhLTQ3MTItOTU0NC1jYzM4MTdjOWI4YTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllYzQ4NjFjYjc4Y2JhYjNjNGQ0N2M1L3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTI1X182LTUxLTQ1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="117625565" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/f0054d1c-593a-4712-9544-cc3817c9b8a5/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the experiences of a teamster, the challenges in the freight industry, the impact of unionization on workers, the role of organizers and union benefits, and the cost of living and taxation in California. The conversation covers topics related to corruption, financial struggles, political disillusionment, corporate accountability, political representation, economic shifts, union advocacy, contract knowledge, role of business agents, union discipline, negotiation, bare knuckle fighting, and law enforcement. The speakers express disillusionment with the Democratic party, advocate for worker rights, and emphasize the importance of union representation and contract knowledge. They also discuss the impact of political decisions on communities and the challenges faced by law enforcement. The conversation concludes with appreciation and encouragement for future endeavors.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Teamster journey and challenges&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Impact of unionization on workers Importance of union representation and contract knowledge&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Disillusionment with the Democratic party and advocacy for political change&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Journey of a Teamster&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:14 Impact of Unionization on Workers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;16:59 The Role of Organizers and Union Benefits&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;25:48 The Cost of Living and Taxation in California&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;31:00 Corruption and Gangster Recognition&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;36:05 Political Representation and Accountability&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;40:58 Role of Business Agents and Union Support&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;46:02 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;54:01 Bare Knuckle Fighting and Law Enforcement&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><itunes:title>SOLID TALK EPISODE 23 TEAMSTERS FREIGHT &amp; WHAT HAPPEND TO IT !</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOLID TALK EPISODE 22 "WHATS GOING ON  IN LABOR "]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the impact of non-union companies on wages and benefits, as well as the challenges faced by truck drivers in the industry. It also delves into the concept of lockouts and strikes in the labor sector, providing insights into the negotiation dynamics between workers and companies. The conversation covers the speaker's career transitions, challenges in the workplace, and the impact of recent controversies on the labor movement. It also delves into the discussion of street names, toxic masculinity, and union leadership and advocacy.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Impact of non-union companies on wages and benefits</li><li>Challenges faced by truck drivers in the industry Career transitions</li><li>Challenges in the workplace</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Impact of Non-Union Companies</li><li>10:55 Lockouts and Strikes in the Industry</li><li>20:04 Career Transitions and Negotiations</li><li>25:14 The Road and Trucking Industry</li><li>30:27 Toxic Masculinity and Workplace Issues</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">48a9406c-5f99-4e9e-9d8e-d33788546555</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/49c4ac03ad6a68322a8a421c58f2e5cd27decb79a51659396d0c7c8ef2d34dcc/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0OGE5NDA2Yy01Zjk5LTRlOWUtOWQ4ZS1kMzM3ODg1NDY1NTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljZDY1ODU0YWVjMDllZGE2ZGE0NzQ2L3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTFfXzIwLTM1LTQ5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="57571308" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/48a9406c-5f99-4e9e-9d8e-d33788546555/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the impact of non-union companies on wages and benefits, as well as the challenges faced by truck drivers in the industry. It also delves into the concept of lockouts and strikes in the labor sector, providing insights into the negotiation dynamics between workers and companies. The conversation covers the speaker&apos;s career transitions, challenges in the workplace, and the impact of recent controversies on the labor movement. It also delves into the discussion of street names, toxic masculinity, and union leadership and advocacy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Impact of non-union companies on wages and benefits&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Challenges faced by truck drivers in the industry Career transitions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Challenges in the workplace&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Impact of Non-Union Companies&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;10:55 Lockouts and Strikes in the Industry&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;20:04 Career Transitions and Negotiations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;25:14 The Road and Trucking Industry&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;30:27 Toxic Masculinity and Workplace Issues&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:39:59</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><itunes:title>SOLID TALK EPISODE 22 &quot;WHATS GOING ON  IN LABOR &quot;</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOLID TALK EPISODE 21 TEAMSTERS TITANS ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The podcast episode covers the successful negotiations and strike preparation at Driftwood Dairy, the 90th year anniversary of Local 186, an interview with David Cruz, and insights from Abel Garcia on union organizing and contracts. The key takeaways include the importance of successful negotiations by Teamsters and the significance of union organizing and contracts.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Teamsters' successful negotiations</li><li>Importance of union organizing and contracts</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Negotiations and Strike Preparation at Driftwood Dairy</li><li>12:09 Interview with David Cruz and Union Unity</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">188a3bee-7995-407d-965e-5bb50cd62be2</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:26:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/00b826357dc48cb8058df1ac35231d2e2c1616c9979422e9f1b0cad875a21a25/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxODhhM2JlZS03OTk1LTQwN2QtOTY1ZS01YmI1MGNkNjJiZTIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlkMTdjZmFiNzZiZGJmYjI5YzMzYTA2L3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi00LTRfXzIzLTQtNTgubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="41196294" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/188a3bee-7995-407d-965e-5bb50cd62be2/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The podcast episode covers the successful negotiations and strike preparation at Driftwood Dairy, the 90th year anniversary of Local 186, an interview with David Cruz, and insights from Abel Garcia on union organizing and contracts. The key takeaways include the importance of successful negotiations by Teamsters and the significance of union organizing and contracts.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Teamsters&apos; successful negotiations&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Importance of union organizing and contracts&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Negotiations and Strike Preparation at Driftwood Dairy&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;12:09 Interview with David Cruz and Union Unity&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:28:36</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><itunes:title>SOLID TALK EPISODE 21 TEAMSTERS TITANS </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOLID TALK EPISODE 20 METAL SHARPENS METAL ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation delves into the operations and impact of the Sheet Metal Workers Union, covering the scope of work, training, challenges, opportunities, entry-level positions, advancement, impact on lives, international reach, and community outreach. The union's efforts to promote opportunities to at-risk individuals are also highlighted. The conversation delves into the impact of empowering communities through opportunity, the origins and impact of the A-Team model, the importance of promoting union careers, and the significance of supporting career change and growth. It also highlights the generational change and community impact, as well as the SMART Union and its scope. The speakers emphasize the importance of guiding and encouraging positive change, welcoming and supporting change, and elevating through union membership.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Diverse scope of work and training in the Sheet Metal Workers Union</li><li>Union membership has a transformative impact on individuals' lives Empowering communities through opportunity</li><li>Promoting union careers and opportunities</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction to Sheet Metal Workers Union</li><li>08:51 Entry Level and Advancement in the Union</li><li>18:06 Union's International Reach and Community Outreach</li><li>25:17 Empowering Communities Through Opportunity</li><li>31:13 Promoting Union Careers and Opportunities</li><li>36:14 Overcoming Challenges and Pursuing Change</li><li>42:04 SMART Union and Its Scope</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a3636401-a8c1-4ea6-a010-2433301c8948</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 01:34:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/2c67701c26014c0cd7f3e25bfd7381021657487c565575d9700f635df4bc9bfe/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhMzYzNjQwMS1hOGMxLTRlYTYtYTAxMC0yNDMzMzAxYzg5NDgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljNDcwMGY2ODZmODI1NWZmMTk5ZWE5L3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTI2X18wLTMwLTIzLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="62215044" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/a3636401-a8c1-4ea6-a010-2433301c8948/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation delves into the operations and impact of the Sheet Metal Workers Union, covering the scope of work, training, challenges, opportunities, entry-level positions, advancement, impact on lives, international reach, and community outreach. The union&apos;s efforts to promote opportunities to at-risk individuals are also highlighted. The conversation delves into the impact of empowering communities through opportunity, the origins and impact of the A-Team model, the importance of promoting union careers, and the significance of supporting career change and growth. It also highlights the generational change and community impact, as well as the SMART Union and its scope. The speakers emphasize the importance of guiding and encouraging positive change, welcoming and supporting change, and elevating through union membership.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Diverse scope of work and training in the Sheet Metal Workers Union&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Union membership has a transformative impact on individuals&apos; lives Empowering communities through opportunity&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Promoting union careers and opportunities&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Introduction to Sheet Metal Workers Union&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;08:51 Entry Level and Advancement in the Union&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;18:06 Union&apos;s International Reach and Community Outreach&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;25:17 Empowering Communities Through Opportunity&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;31:13 Promoting Union Careers and Opportunities&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;36:14 Overcoming Challenges and Pursuing Change&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;42:04 SMART Union and Its Scope&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:43:12</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><itunes:title>SOLID TALK EPISODE 20 METAL SHARPENS METAL </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOLID TALK EPISODE 19 HELPFUL HAND FOR UNION MEMBERS]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>The conversation covers the growth of the Central Valley, the impact of corporations like Amazon, the importance of unionization, and the role of unions in providing benefits and protection for workers. It also delves into the challenges of rising costs of living and the significance of supporting union employers. The conversation covers the transformation of the Bay Area, the impact of gentrification, the experience of moving to the Central Valley, the significance of union membership, and the importance of union benefits.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Unionization is crucial for workers' rights and protection.</li><li>The Central Valley is experiencing significant growth and the impact of corporations like Amazon is a key concern. Bay Area transformation</li><li>Impact of gentrification</li><li>Union membership and benefits</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Rising Costs of Living and Union Employers</li><li>21:40 Union Organizers and Bay Area Transformation</li><li>29:33 Moving to the Central Valley</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">b9e8bac6-79eb-457a-a379-e5f19e128a55</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 22:25:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ab1741d65dc2d69e90692269cba06022e575e294661469a4add6dbe7ccf454c3/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJiOWU4YmFjNi03OWViLTQ1N2EtYTM3OS1lNWYxOWUxMjhhNTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliZTFjZGQ4ZDU0NmIzM2E1ZWJhNDI2L3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTIxX181LTIxLTQ5Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="63907779" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/b9e8bac6-79eb-457a-a379-e5f19e128a55/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;The conversation covers the growth of the Central Valley, the impact of corporations like Amazon, the importance of unionization, and the role of unions in providing benefits and protection for workers. It also delves into the challenges of rising costs of living and the significance of supporting union employers. The conversation covers the transformation of the Bay Area, the impact of gentrification, the experience of moving to the Central Valley, the significance of union membership, and the importance of union benefits.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Unionization is crucial for workers&apos; rights and protection.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The Central Valley is experiencing significant growth and the impact of corporations like Amazon is a key concern. Bay Area transformation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Impact of gentrification&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Union membership and benefits&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 Rising Costs of Living and Union Employers&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;21:40 Union Organizers and Bay Area Transformation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;29:33 Moving to the Central Valley&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:44:23</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><itunes:title>SOLID TALK EPISODE 19 HELPFUL HAND FOR UNION MEMBERS</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[SOLID TALK EPISODE 18 
SIN CITY  SOLIDARITY]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>GONZO G. has a conversation with BA. and Organizer Francisco Medina from Teamsters local 631 the conversation that covers the ongoing strike in Vegas, the impact on workers and the company, the rising cost of living, economic growth, the importance of union membership and benefits, corporate influence and legislation, the future of work and automation, and the global workforce and technology. The conversation covers the impact of AI on jobs, the influence of corporate entities on labor laws, and the importance of union support and solidarity on the picket line. The discussion emphasizes the need for protection of jobs in the face of technological advancements and corporate influence, as well as the significance of union support and solidarity in maintaining worker rights and benefits.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The importance of union benefits for workers' livelihood and security</li><li>The impact of corporate influence and legislation on workers' rights and job security The threat of AI to jobs in the trucking industry</li><li>The importance of union support and solidarity in protecting worker rights and benefits</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 The Strike in Vegas</li><li>06:00 Cost of Living in Vegas</li><li>11:02 Union Membership and Benefits</li><li>17:10 Corporate Influence and Legislation</li><li>23:59 Future of Work and Automation</li><li>35:16 Corporate Influence and Union Protection</li></ul>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">a5d5cf38-75be-4626-8397-2479b93b1a03</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:22:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f5952d43d12abf7b04f84434cd6f205599ee56d37a1aa03bb8741ea7aec45c75/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJhNWQ1Y2YzOC03NWJlLTQ2MjYtODM5Ny0yNDc5YjkzYjFhMDMiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjliNTJlMmM3YWMyYTA1MDBmYzQyZTg1L3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLTE0X18xMC00NS0xNi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="76302358" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/a5d5cf38-75be-4626-8397-2479b93b1a03/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;GONZO G. has a conversation with BA. and Organizer Francisco Medina from Teamsters local 631 the conversation that covers the ongoing strike in Vegas, the impact on workers and the company, the rising cost of living, economic growth, the importance of union membership and benefits, corporate influence and legislation, the future of work and automation, and the global workforce and technology. The conversation covers the impact of AI on jobs, the influence of corporate entities on labor laws, and the importance of union support and solidarity on the picket line. The discussion emphasizes the need for protection of jobs in the face of technological advancements and corporate influence, as well as the significance of union support and solidarity in maintaining worker rights and benefits.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Takeaways&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of union benefits for workers&apos; livelihood and security&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The impact of corporate influence and legislation on workers&apos; rights and job security The threat of AI to jobs in the trucking industry&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of union support and solidarity in protecting worker rights and benefits&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;00:00 The Strike in Vegas&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;06:00 Cost of Living in Vegas&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;11:02 Union Membership and Benefits&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;17:10 Corporate Influence and Legislation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;23:59 Future of Work and Automation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;35:16 Corporate Influence and Union Protection&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:52:59</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:title>SOLID TALK EPISODE 18 
SIN CITY  SOLIDARITY</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[SolidTalk Episode 17 Why Union Brotherhood is Important]]></title><description><![CDATA[<ul><li> Discover key insights on union dynamics in trucking from industry professionals. Learn about the perceptions, challenges, and realities of unionized workers.</li></ul><p>In the complex world of trucking, unions play a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of drivers. But why do some people harbor negative perceptions of union employees? This post delves into the insights shared by a seasoned trucking professional about unions, workplace dynamics, and the importance of health and responsibility in the trucking industry. The Perception of Union Employees</p><p>Unionized workers often face stigma and misconceptions. One key issue discussed is why some people dislike union employees. The speaker suggests that this stems from a misunderstanding of union roles and responsibilities. Many believe that union employees do not work as hard or are less accountable. However, this perception neglects the reality that unionized workers are still held to high standards and must complete their tasks efficiently.  </p><p> The Role of Seniority in the Workplace</p><p>Seniority is a significant factor in the trucking industry, influencing job security and opportunities. Our speaker shared their experiences transitioning from non-union to union environments, highlighting the differences in how seniority is respected. In non-union settings, seniority often isn't honored, leading to favoritism and inconsistency. This inconsistency can create a chaotic work environment where newer employees may receive preferential treatment over more experienced drivers.</p><p><b>Key Insight</b>: Seniority provides structure and fairness in the workplace, ensuring that all employees are recognized for their experience and contributions. </p><p>## Health and Wellness in Trucking</p><p>The discussion also emphasized the importance of health and wellness for truck drivers. Many drivers struggle with maintaining a healthy lifestyle due to long hours and demanding schedules. The speaker advocates for prioritizing health by making small changes, such as staying hydrated and managing meal choices. For instance, avoiding heavy meals before sleep can significantly affect a driver's rest and overall health.  </p><ul><li>Truck drivers must prioritize their health by making conscious dietary choices and staying hydrated to maintain performance and safety on the road. </li></ul><p>## The Impact of Company Policies on Job Satisfaction</p><p>Another critical topic discussed was how company policies affect employee morale and job satisfaction. The speaker noted that companies often threaten employees who consider organizing, which can create a hostile work environment. However, it's essential for employees to feel safe in discussing their rights and advocating for better working conditions without fear of retaliation.</p><p><b>Key Insight</b>: Positive workplace culture and supportive company policies can significantly enhance employee satisfaction and retention. </p><p>## Conclusion</p><p>In conclusion, understanding the dynamics of unionized work environments in the trucking industry is crucial for fostering a positive and productive workforce. By addressing misconceptions about union employees and emphasizing the importance of health and wellness, companies can create a more inclusive and supportive atmosphere for all drivers.  </p><p>Consider how these insights can apply to your work environment. Are there ways to improve communication and support for union initiatives?  </p><p>opportunities in trucking?  Seniority often determines job assignments, promotions, and overall job security, ensuring that experienced drivers are prioritized for desirable positions.What health challenges do truck drivers face? Truck drivers often face challenges such as poor diet, lack   </p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">98aa468b-5f73-4a07-b3c6-f7ac47a004eb</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 05:46:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/062914f9d62bbfab32adcbe8df84177a95d90aae2a0ad47e9b111cd63620e58d/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5OGFhNDY4Yi01ZjczLTRhMDctYjNjNi1mN2FjNDdhMDA0ZWIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlhZDBkMWVjMDM0MWZkZmNkZGEwODgzL3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0zLThfXzYtNDYtNi5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="113675432" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/98aa468b-5f73-4a07-b3c6-f7ac47a004eb/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt; Discover key insights on union dynamics in trucking from industry professionals. Learn about the perceptions, challenges, and realities of unionized workers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;In the complex world of trucking, unions play a pivotal role in shaping the experiences of drivers. But why do some people harbor negative perceptions of union employees? This post delves into the insights shared by a seasoned trucking professional about unions, workplace dynamics, and the importance of health and responsibility in the trucking industry. The Perception of Union Employees&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Unionized workers often face stigma and misconceptions. One key issue discussed is why some people dislike union employees. The speaker suggests that this stems from a misunderstanding of union roles and responsibilities. Many believe that union employees do not work as hard or are less accountable. However, this perception neglects the reality that unionized workers are still held to high standards and must complete their tasks efficiently.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; The Role of Seniority in the Workplace&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Seniority is a significant factor in the trucking industry, influencing job security and opportunities. Our speaker shared their experiences transitioning from non-union to union environments, highlighting the differences in how seniority is respected. In non-union settings, seniority often isn&apos;t honored, leading to favoritism and inconsistency. This inconsistency can create a chaotic work environment where newer employees may receive preferential treatment over more experienced drivers.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Key Insight&lt;/b&gt;: Seniority provides structure and fairness in the workplace, ensuring that all employees are recognized for their experience and contributions. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;## Health and Wellness in Trucking&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The discussion also emphasized the importance of health and wellness for truck drivers. Many drivers struggle with maintaining a healthy lifestyle due to long hours and demanding schedules. The speaker advocates for prioritizing health by making small changes, such as staying hydrated and managing meal choices. For instance, avoiding heavy meals before sleep can significantly affect a driver&apos;s rest and overall health.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Truck drivers must prioritize their health by making conscious dietary choices and staying hydrated to maintain performance and safety on the road. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;## The Impact of Company Policies on Job Satisfaction&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Another critical topic discussed was how company policies affect employee morale and job satisfaction. The speaker noted that companies often threaten employees who consider organizing, which can create a hostile work environment. However, it&apos;s essential for employees to feel safe in discussing their rights and advocating for better working conditions without fear of retaliation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Key Insight&lt;/b&gt;: Positive workplace culture and supportive company policies can significantly enhance employee satisfaction and retention. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;## Conclusion&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In conclusion, understanding the dynamics of unionized work environments in the trucking industry is crucial for fostering a positive and productive workforce. By addressing misconceptions about union employees and emphasizing the importance of health and wellness, companies can create a more inclusive and supportive atmosphere for all drivers.  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Consider how these insights can apply to your work environment. Are there ways to improve communication and support for union initiatives?  &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;opportunities in trucking?  Seniority often determines job assignments, promotions, and overall job security, ensuring that experienced drivers are prioritized for desirable positions.What health challenges do truck drivers face? Truck drivers often face challenges such as poor diet, lack   &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:18:56</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:title>SolidTalk Episode 17 Why Union Brotherhood is Important</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid Talk Episode 16 
Shop Seward Standard]]></title><description><![CDATA[<ol><li>Gonzo has great conversation with a veteran Shop steward  RONALD SCOTT PONTILLO from teamsters local 222 from SALTLAKE CITY ,UTAH </li><li>What a shop steward need to know before becoming a shop steward.</li><li>The importance of knowing your contract.</li></ol>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">447a03fc-1812-4dc3-9be8-c95e02f14070</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:11:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f86c859cbd2bd2d821cf18e4923192060c357729978ca2198ae22856e77801ab/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0NDdhMDNmYy0xODEyLTRkYzMtOWJlOC1jOTVlMDJmMTQwNzAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5ZWFmZTMwMmYxZWVjYTFlYmMxMTZmL3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTI1X185LTE2LTM1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="90650479" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gonzo has great conversation with a veteran Shop steward  RONALD SCOTT PONTILLO from teamsters local 222 from SALTLAKE CITY ,UTAH &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What a shop steward need to know before becoming a shop steward.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of knowing your contract.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:02:57</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Solid Talk Episode 16 
Shop Seward Standard</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid Talk Episode 15 Teamsters Tips ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<ol><li>Gonzo has a great Conversation with Rich Nava a rank file member from teamsters local 63.</li><li>Talking about teamsters eduction.</li><li>Grocery contracts difference between ALBERTSONS vs RALPHS  CONTRACT.</li><li>AI Langue and protections in the jc 42 grocery contract.</li></ol>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">dd0560bf-9faa-4527-a3a0-960307bbecbb</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:28:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/aa8a2b076f1968fabf0ce350a5fb96657939cb678a377f55cea6f1e8984a0a45/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkZDA1NjBiZi05ZmFhLTQ1MjctYTNhMC05NjAzMDdiYmVjYmIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5ZWI1MTUwMmYxZWVjYTFlYmM5NjY5L3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTI1X185LTM4LTQ1Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="71911279" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;Gonzo has a great Conversation with Rich Nava a rank file member from teamsters local 63.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Talking about teamsters eduction.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Grocery contracts difference between ALBERTSONS vs RALPHS  CONTRACT.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;AI Langue and protections in the jc 42 grocery contract.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:49:56</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Solid Talk Episode 15 Teamsters Tips </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid Talk Episode 13 Unac Strike ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Gonzo interviews Nurses from UNAC UHCP on strike at kaiser .Getting a full picture of why the nurses and hospital staff are on strike .Pus more from the strike line .</p><p></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">24117f2c-b3e5-44ac-b972-75b74b0ac139</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:57:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/9a978dbcde85f8c6974614ae439158a9e508f90fca609dcf498bb1948526c2a5/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyNDExN2YyYy1iM2U1LTQ0YWMtYjk3Mi03NWI3NGIwYWMxMzkiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5ZTllMjEyYjE2MjBiNTFiMmEyY2ZjL3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTI1X184LTAtNDkubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="50516366" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Gonzo interviews Nurses from UNAC UHCP on strike at kaiser .Getting a full picture of why the nurses and hospital staff are on strike .Pus more from the strike line .&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:35:05</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Solid Talk Episode 13 Unac Strike </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solis Talk Episode 14 Strike & Losses]]></title><description><![CDATA[<ol><li>GONZO interviews members and leadership from ufcw 770 on the strike line AT kaiser in Bakersfield CA, AND Los Angeles CA,</li><li>WE SHOW OUR RESPECT to a teamster brother  who lost his life at work in tragic acciat US FOODS LIVERMORE CA,</li><li>WE SAD REPORT THAT OUR FELLOW BROTHER JOSE LOBBOS FROM TEAMSTER 631 DAUGHTER ARYA LOBBOS LOST HER BATTLE WITH CANCER IN LAS VEGAS NV,</li></ol>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d5d3250d-a2ce-41f8-8055-47e98a7de115</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:17:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6e881804628dae41dc13a67ac2a6579ee87a9d4dc78dacc8865dd165a24de300/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkNWQzMjUwZC1hMmNlLTQxZjgtODA1NS00N2U5OGE3ZGUxMTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5ZWE0MDBkNWRiYzBjZjc1YzJmNjNlL3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTI1X184LTI1LTUyLm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="45313401" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;GONZO interviews members and leadership from ufcw 770 on the strike line AT kaiser in Bakersfield CA, AND Los Angeles CA,&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;WE SHOW OUR RESPECT to a teamster brother  who lost his life at work in tragic acciat US FOODS LIVERMORE CA,&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;WE SAD REPORT THAT OUR FELLOW BROTHER JOSE LOBBOS FROM TEAMSTER 631 DAUGHTER ARYA LOBBOS LOST HER BATTLE WITH CANCER IN LAS VEGAS NV,&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:28</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Solis Talk Episode 14 Strike &amp; Losses</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid Talk Episode 12 
From coast to coast union brotherhood]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>GONZO G. has a great conversation with STAND KONISZEWSKI a business agent from Teamsters local 294 from Albany , New York. Covering many topics from union to politics and much more.</p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">69f67308-cbeb-43f8-bd26-8cde0cbbad4f</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:25:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/475083426c7b25aeb3c74711bc6c73ee15e8112fcb6693010e0e57ae2de93e7f/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2OWY2NzMwOC1jYmViLTQzZjgtYmQyNi04Y2RlMGNiYmFkNGYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjk5ZTQzMzk4YTRiYmExMTQyOTFhMTU3L3JlYWt0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi0yLTI1X18xLTMyLTU3Lm1wMyJ9.mp3" length="90953290" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;GONZO G. has a great conversation with STAND KONISZEWSKI a business agent from Teamsters local 294 from Albany , New York. Covering many topics from union to politics and much more.&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:03:10</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Solid Talk Episode 12 
From coast to coast union brotherhood</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 3 part 2 your vote is your voice]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Comedian Richard Villa interviews Solidarity slate ‘s Secretary Treasurer Carlos Quinonez and Gonzo Garcia Campaign Coordinator and Ba Ralph Arias on what members of teamsters local 952 can expect from them if Solidarity wins the general election 2025</p>
]]></description><link>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gonzo24/episodes/Episode-3-part-2-your-vote-is-your-voice-e395bm9</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1ae858ec-bd39-466d-91ef-98e23faabf90</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 15:59:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/91ed8f11f69288acaa2e43d5bb9e709f5ba84b703d7e43f16e6a6925686a6640/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzYjI0MWNlZS0xMjZkLTQyY2YtOWE5Zi0wZDNjNzQwMGJhNTYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvaW1wb3J0cy9wb2RjYXN0cy84YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkvZXBpc29kZXMvM2IyNDFjZWUtMTI2ZC00MmNmLTlhOWYtMGQzYzc0MDBiYTU2LzQwODc0NTQ0MC00NDEwMC0yLWRkOTViYWYxMmViYi5tNGEifQ==.m4a" length="23560002" type="audio/x-m4a"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Comedian Richard Villa interviews Solidarity slate ‘s Secretary Treasurer Carlos Quinonez and Gonzo Garcia Campaign Coordinator and Ba Ralph Arias on what members of teamsters local 952 can expect from them if Solidarity wins the general election 2025&lt;/p&gt;
</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:24:16</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/3b241cee-126d-42cf-9a9f-0d3c7400ba56/43964678-1759766337791-0f2644ede7176.jpg"/><itunes:title>Episode 3 part 2 your vote is your voice</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid talk Episode 11 Corporate sin in sin city ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<ol><li>​Corporate Sin in sin city </li><li>​A company try’s to<em><strong> take away union benefits and pension from workers at A cement company in las vegas </strong></em></li><li>​<em><strong>Gonzo interviews teamsters workers from local 631 on the strike line </strong></em></li><li>​<em><strong>Gonzo interviews teamsters member Jose Lobos a father fighting 2 fights at same  time  </strong></em></li></ol>
]]></description><link>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gonzo24/episodes/Solid-talk-Episode-11-Corporate-sin-in-sin-city-e3e6d51</link><guid isPermaLink="false">2eda1b52-b14e-4a07-b2bc-f5a2c986da89</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 07:05:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/49f25c67aa3e4a0d6a077e15069e7fcfdc3178d2bb5f354cce31566557819bd1/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIyNTQzYzVhOC1lMDdhLTRhYzUtOTAxYS1kOWYxNTFkOGU4MzYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvaW1wb3J0cy9wb2RjYXN0cy84YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkvZXBpc29kZXMvMjU0M2M1YTgtZTA3YS00YWM1LTkwMWEtZDlmMTUxZDhlODM2LzQxNjgzMTY3Mi00NDEwMC0yLWE0M2MzMTY0MDRhOGUubTRhIn0=.m4a" length="30933686" type="audio/x-m4a"/><itunes:summary>&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;​Corporate Sin in sin city &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​A company try’s to&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt; take away union benefits and pension from workers at A cement company in las vegas &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Gonzo interviews teamsters workers from local 631 on the strike line &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Gonzo interviews teamsters member Jose Lobos a father fighting 2 fights at same  time  &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;
</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:31:52</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/2543c5a8-e07a-4ac5-901a-d9f151d8e836/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:title>Solid talk Episode 11 Corporate sin in sin city </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid talk Episode 10 Action across Southern Cali ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<ol><li>​Action across Southern Cali </li><li>​interview from TransDev<em><strong> strike in el centro ca,  with teamsters</strong></em> <em><strong>local 542 </strong></em></li><li>​Frito lay playing games trying break the union Gonzo G. interviews Secretary treasurer Able Garcia from teamsters local 186 to explain what’s going on.</li><li>​A union is only as strong as its members</li></ol>
]]></description><link>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gonzo24/episodes/Solid-talk-Episode-10-Action-across-Southern-Cali-e3e6cfl</link><guid isPermaLink="false">d0a83d67-e824-49af-9f37-0f0ed8042791</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:41:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/050e5e2944ca9fccbeac8b7d71a0dddf6496115e3df9fe72c250c199675fc193/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI4ZWJhNjdiYy1lNmUzLTQyZjMtODJlYy00MGEyZjA1ZWZmYTgiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvaW1wb3J0cy9wb2RjYXN0cy84YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkvZXBpc29kZXMvOGViYTY3YmMtZTZlMy00MmYzLTgyZWMtNDBhMmYwNWVmZmE4LzQxNjgzMDgxMS00NDEwMC0yLTFhOGIwODFkMWJlMjMubTRhIn0=.m4a" length="44125651" type="audio/x-m4a"/><itunes:summary>&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;​Action across Southern Cali &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​interview from TransDev&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt; strike in el centro ca,  with teamsters&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt; &lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;local 542 &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​Frito lay playing games trying break the union Gonzo G. interviews Secretary treasurer Able Garcia from teamsters local 186 to explain what’s going on.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​A union is only as strong as its members&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;
</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:45:28</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/8eba67bc-e6e3-42f3-82ec-40a2f05effa8/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Solid talk Episode 10 Action across Southern Cali </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode .2 We Are Solidarity]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Richard Villa interviews Secretary Treasurer candidate Carlos Quinonez and Chris Gallegos and Ralph Arias </p>
]]></description><link>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gonzo24/episodes/Episode--2-We-Are-Solidarity-e395ceb</link><guid isPermaLink="false">e3ef99d2-7e71-4029-b18c-bbf0df7576b2</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 12:23:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/e4facc9381d19c59ea94e8298f3d397303b4aef1e4f581ab3e0179e311451ab4/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI1Y2QwNjk5NC0yMjE2LTQ3OTItOGI3Zi05ZTRlNjE1ZjJjMTIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvaW1wb3J0cy9wb2RjYXN0cy84YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkvZXBpc29kZXMvNWNkMDY5OTQtMjIxNi00NzkyLThiN2YtOWU0ZTYxNWYyYzEyLzQwODc0NjEyNi00NDEwMC0yLWI3MjFkN2FjNjcyNDYubTRhIn0=.m4a" length="60366864" type="audio/x-m4a"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Richard Villa interviews Secretary Treasurer candidate Carlos Quinonez and Chris Gallegos and Ralph Arias &lt;/p&gt;
</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:02:12</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/5cd06994-2216-4792-8b7f-9e4e615f2c12/43964678-1768580642959-8da1be14edefa.jpg"/><itunes:title>Episode .2 We Are Solidarity</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode 01 Somos Solidaridad]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Una introducción del grupo político Solidaridad con Carlos QUINONEZ y Ralph Arias presentado por el comediante Richard Villa. Un episodio de 60 minutos en español</strong></p>
]]></description><link>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gonzo24/episodes/Episode-01-Somos-Solidaridad-e34proj</link><guid isPermaLink="false">4be2ea08-d57a-4ab7-8d88-68640380c39c</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:46:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/ad4049443629dee91d9d01dcda1557879ce8609f1bef819db5dec7856bb19e57/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxY2I4YWI4MS1mNTgwLTRmYzgtYjM1NS1lMzRhZDZhOTQ4NjYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvaW1wb3J0cy9wb2RjYXN0cy84YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkvZXBpc29kZXMvMWNiOGFiODEtZjU4MC00ZmM4LWIzNTUtZTM0YWQ2YTk0ODY2LzQwMjg5NDYyMy00NDEwMC0yLWNjZDQxMWEyZGRiYmQubTRhIn0=.m4a" length="62609267" type="audio/x-m4a"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Una introducción del grupo político Solidaridad con Carlos QUINONEZ y Ralph Arias presentado por el comediante Richard Villa. Un episodio de 60 minutos en español&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:04:31</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/1cb8ab81-f580-4fc8-b355-e34ad6a94866/43964678-1751040710905-671ae1de0b19c.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Episode 01 Somos Solidaridad</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid Talk podcast Episode 8 a cup full of greed ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<ul><li>​Gonzo interview baristas on strike in Los Angeles CA, from Sbw United gets a look at what they are fighting for in this strike . </li><li>​ Gonzo interviews member rep from teamsters local<em><strong> 1932 </strong></em>on the Amazon Riverside Ca, strike line . Much more </li></ul>
]]></description><link>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gonzo24/episodes/Solid-Talk-podcast-Episode-8-a-cup-full-of-greed-e3cql23</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1e3978e4-93a6-4534-a06b-6256343710bd</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 02:26:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/0d11259e273214f66d3c8375090174bebd78425e4930f0a7c2493bda7feb2410/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIxZTIwOGRkNC1lMTA3LTQ5NjUtOWFhZS1lMGNhNWE1YmFhZGQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvaW1wb3J0cy9wb2RjYXN0cy84YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkvZXBpc29kZXMvMWUyMDhkZDQtZTEwNy00OTY1LTlhYWUtZTBjYTVhNWJhYWRkLzQxNTAwNzQwMi00NDEwMC0yLTkwN2IzZDBhOGM2NzkubTRhIn0=.m4a" length="45701924" type="audio/x-m4a"/><itunes:summary>&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;​Gonzo interview baristas on strike in Los Angeles CA, from Sbw United gets a look at what they are fighting for in this strike . &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​ Gonzo interviews member rep from teamsters local&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt; 1932 &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;on the Amazon Riverside Ca, strike line . Much more &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;
</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:47:05</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/1e208dd4-e107-4965-9aae-e0ca5a5baadd/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Solid Talk podcast Episode 8 a cup full of greed </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid talk Episode 9 fired while out on Leave ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<ol><li>New year new goals make 2026 the year you get involved in your union </li><li>​ Fired while on leave of absence one truck driver did all the leg work and got his own job back . Gonzo Interviews with Mike Arce</li><li>​ layoffs are adding up across the country </li><li>​Vote for candidates that<em><strong> believe what benefits you and your family.</strong></em></li></ol>
]]></description><link>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gonzo24/episodes/Solid-talk-Episode-9-fired-while-out-on-Leave-e3e6beb</link><guid isPermaLink="false">3d711e1e-6917-4b99-96d1-e7fba665e681</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:04:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/f6f23ac743f22e088432813ca7248826711b652e88c34061872392bcddb7f149/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJlODQzMTA1ZS0wZWIwLTQzOTEtOGJjYi1mY2M3NzhkYmFkNTciLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvaW1wb3J0cy9wb2RjYXN0cy84YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkvZXBpc29kZXMvZTg0MzEwNWUtMGViMC00MzkxLThiY2ItZmNjNzc4ZGJhZDU3LzQxNjgyOTQ2NS00NDEwMC0yLWJjNWZmMWViOWY0NS5tNGEifQ==.m4a" length="44001655" type="audio/x-m4a"/><itunes:summary>&lt;ol&gt;&lt;li&gt;New year new goals make 2026 the year you get involved in your union &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​ Fired while on leave of absence one truck driver did all the leg work and got his own job back . Gonzo Interviews with Mike Arce&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​ layoffs are adding up across the country &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​Vote for candidates that&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt; believe what benefits you and your family.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ol&gt;
</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:45:20</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/e843105e-0eb0-4391-8bcb-fcc778dbad57/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:title>Solid talk Episode 9 fired while out on Leave </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Episode .3 Trustee talk ]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Richard Villa interviews Trustees Hanno Ebanks and Trustees Vivian Vicuna along with campaign Coordinator Gonzo Garcia </p>
]]></description><link>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gonzo24/episodes/Episode--3-Trustee-talk-e395nba</link><guid isPermaLink="false">86664dd6-298e-4e27-9f6e-9b490396663e</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 17:49:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/25082266da3a01f8061aa1ecbe1fcf1c2623f534764ae6d7a381a5b62e3c2040/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIwNjMyMmQ5Yy00ZDI0LTQyMWEtOTg3Ny1kZmIzYTc0OTk1MmEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvaW1wb3J0cy9wb2RjYXN0cy84YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkvZXBpc29kZXMvMDYzMjJkOWMtNGQyNC00MjFhLTk4NzctZGZiM2E3NDk5NTJhLzQwODc2MjIxMy00NDEwMC0yLTY1NWQ1ZDI4N2NlYjQubTRhIn0=.m4a" length="43827009" type="audio/x-m4a"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Richard Villa interviews Trustees Hanno Ebanks and Trustees Vivian Vicuna along with campaign Coordinator Gonzo Garcia &lt;/p&gt;
</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:45:09</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/06322d9c-4d24-421a-9877-dfb3a749952a/43964678-1768580593702-3bfe2bb55d2bb.jpg"/><itunes:title>Episode .3 Trustee talk </itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solid Talk With Gonzo G . Episode 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[<ul><li>​<strong>Gonzo G . Talks about news at NLRB </strong></li><li>​<strong>Starbucks strike still on going and how we can help the baristas on strike.</strong></li><li>​<strong>Welcome Texas new teamsters</strong></li><li>​<strong>Deals of the week that got done </strong></li><li>​<strong>Strikes on going on in central California coast and Hawaii.</strong></li><li>​<strong>Holidays bring out the best and worst in</strong><em><strong> people.</strong></em></li><li>​<em><strong>remembering comedian Jeff Garcia rest in peace </strong></em></li></ul>
]]></description><link>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gonzo24/episodes/Solid-Talk-With-Gonzo-G---Episode-7-e3c6a5d</link><guid isPermaLink="false">af5ba817-d408-4588-9d69-77e8d7983dfb</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Gonzo G.]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 21:47:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/47b686324bf11466b7d1a7844774682817ca7698e7931cfab810351d679209e7/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiIzN2ExNmM3OS00Y2E4LTQ4ZWYtYWNhMS03OWY4MGRkMDA5MDEiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI4YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTJmNWM4NDcxNjc4MDViZmU2NThmM2MiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvaW1wb3J0cy9wb2RjYXN0cy84YTFmMjc3Ny1hYTljLTQxZmItYTY0OS0wN2QzMzliMmU0NzkvZXBpc29kZXMvMzdhMTZjNzktNGNhOC00OGVmLWFjYTEtNzlmODBkZDAwOTAxLzQxNDE1NDg3OS00NDEwMC0yLTc5M2JhMmYzZTY5MjEubTRhIn0=.m4a" length="39092683" type="audio/x-m4a"/><itunes:summary>&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;​&lt;strong&gt;Gonzo G . Talks about news at NLRB &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​&lt;strong&gt;Starbucks strike still on going and how we can help the baristas on strike.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​&lt;strong&gt;Welcome Texas new teamsters&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​&lt;strong&gt;Deals of the week that got done &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​&lt;strong&gt;Strikes on going on in central California coast and Hawaii.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​&lt;strong&gt;Holidays bring out the best and worst in&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt; people.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;​&lt;em&gt;&lt;strong&gt;remembering comedian Jeff Garcia rest in peace &lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;
</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>yes</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:40:17</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/imports/podcasts/8a1f2777-aa9c-41fb-a649-07d339b2e479/episodes/37a16c79-4ca8-48ef-aca1-79f80dd00901/43964678-1768580312795-14b8207069119.jpg"/><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Solid Talk With Gonzo G . Episode 7</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>