“The Spotlight” by Local 196
As community nurses we are seldom stationary. We spend numerous hours on the road listening to music, audiobooks, and podcasts. Our local Advocacy and Engagement committee created this podcast to bring important (and hopefully entertaining) information to our members.
Podcasting since 2023 • 11 episodes
“The Spotlight” by Local 196
Latest Episodes
Nurses' Week Special Episode - The Fiery Mary "Mother" Jones
Rachel, Gerri, and Geri take listeners on an unforgettable journey through the life and legacy of Mary “Mother” Jones — the labour organizer once dubbed “the most dangerous woman in America.” From famine-stricken Ireland to the sweatshops and c...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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15:18
Organizing for Change: Cori Longo on Activism and the Alberta Federation of Labour
In this episode of The Spotlight, we’re joined by Cori Longo, Secretary-Treasurer of the Alberta Federation of Labour (AFL), for an engaging and inspiring conversation about the power of activism and the importance of lab...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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29:55
Presumptive Legislation Round table - The Fight for Presumptive Legislation with Guests Katrina Stephenson and Heather Murray
In this episode, hosts Rachel Steel and Gerri Logan explore the urgent need for presumptive legislation to protect nurses from psychological injuries such as PTSD and burnout. They are joined by Heather Murray and Katrina Stephenson, two passio...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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50:15
"Negotiating in Crisis: Alberta's Labour Disputes and the Fight for Fairness" with guest Rick Brick
In this episode of The Spotlight, host Geri Ruston dives deep into the ongoing labour disputes in Alberta, where public sector unions like UNA are negotiating new collective agreements amidst increasing challenges. Joined by Rick Brick...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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37:11
Episode 7: Interview with Karen Kuprys, UNA 2nd Vice President
In this insightful episode, Local 196 A&E Committee member Gerri Logan sat down with the 2nd Vice President of the United Nurses of Alberta (UNA), Karen Kuprys, for an in-depth discussion about her career journey, focusing on her previous r...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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37:19