This episode is the first installment of a series that provides our members with insight into the various officers that comprise a Local Executive Board.

We had the pleasure of chatting with Local 1725 Recording Secretary (RS), Josh Stone from Charlotte, NC. Brother Stone provided us with insight into the duties of the RS and the pivotal support they offer to the local.

Guests: Josh Stone, Local 1725 Recording Secretary
Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.

Funding from Alex Gerulis and Oversight by Mike Klemm.

Machinists Connections is a product of District 141 of the IAM Union, District 141 Media Department.

In this episode, we examine the methods and tactics employed by labor unions in negotiations. Our guest, Faysal Silwany, Vice President East for United Airlines and a member of the current negotiations committee for United, provides insight into the process of how IAM Union District 141 negotiates a contract, from the survey season to the ratification vote.

Guests: Faysal Silwany, VP East United Airlines
Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.

Funding from Alex Gerulis and Oversight by Mike Klemm.

Machinists Connections is a product of District 141 of the IAM Union, District 141 Media Department.

With this episode, we are back at that time of year for the Adolf Stutz Memorial Scholarship. Cohost Lou Gilmore sits down with Frank Caciato from BCI Communications to discuss the profound impact that this Scholarship Essay Contest has on the lives of our fellow members and their families.

The Scholarship is open, and the deadline to submit is midnight on July 15, 2025. For more information and to obtain the submission forms, please visit

https://iam141.org/the-2025-adolph-stutz-scholarship-essay-contest-is-now-underway/

Guests: Frank Caciato, Bleiweiss Communications, Inc.
Producers: Brian Vega, Sound Engineer, Lou Gilmore, tech support, and editing. Ann Clifford, Crosscheck.

Funding from Alex Gerulis and Oversight by Mike Klemm.

Machinists Connections is a product of District 141 of the IAM Union, District 141 Media Department.