MPFFU Podcast

Episode 22 - Get ready for the 2024 MPFFU Convention

In this episode. we welcome back President Matt Sahr and Secretary-Treasurer Terry Chesney. Matt and Terry are here to discuss the 2024 MPFFU Convention which is set to take place from April 29 through May 1, 2024, at the Park Place Hotel in Traverse City. Members interested in attending should contact their local executive board for more details.   mpffupodcast@gmail.com [mpffupodcast@gmail.com]. Instagram @m.p.f.f.u. Please subscribe to the MPFFU YouTube channel #recruitment #MPFFU [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mpffu] #iaff [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/iaff] #union [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/union] #fraternal [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fraternal] #family [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/family] #firefighter [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighter] #firefighters [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighters] #fire [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fire] #firedepartment [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firedepartment] #fireman [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fireman] #firefighting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighting] #firetruck [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firetruck] #rescue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/rescue] #firerescue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firerescue] #paramedic [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/paramedic] #firefighterlife [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighterlife] #brotherhood [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/brotherhood] #ems [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ems] #firedept [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firedept] ... [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firstresponders]

Episode 21 - 2023 Review & 2024 Outlook

In this episode, key leaders of the MPFFU break down the MPFFU’s 2023 accomplishments, as well as what MPFFU members can look forward to in 2024. This episode is packed with insights that break down the MPFFU’s achievements in 2023 and what members can look forward to in 2024.  This episode features the following topics and MPFFU representatives: 02:43 - General address:  Matt Sahr our President 20:07 - Union Education Committee: Mickey Wiewiura the co-chair and the Eastern Trustee 22:02 - Recruitment and Retention Committee: Scott Korycki committee chair 28:20 - Political Education Committee: Scott Bala committee chair and 6th District VP 33:57 - Safety and Health Committee: Larry Gambotto co-chair 36:02 - Behavioral Health Committee: Mike Matterncommittee chair 46:49 - EMS Committee: Monty Nyecommittee chair 49:32 - Muscular Dystrophy Association: Stacey Breitlow   mpffupodcast@gmail.com [mpffupodcast@gmail.com]. Instagram @m.p.f.f.u. Please subscribe to the MPFFU YouTube channel #recruitment #MPFFU [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mpffu] #iaff [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/iaff] #union [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/union] #fraternal [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fraternal] #family [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/family] #firefighter [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighter] #firefighters [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighters] #fire [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fire] #firedepartment [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firedepartment] #fireman [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fireman] #firefighting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighting] #firetruck [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firetruck] #rescue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/rescue] #firerescue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firerescue] #paramedic [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/paramedic] #firefighterlife [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighterlife] #brotherhood [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/brotherhood] #ems [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ems] #firedept [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firedept] ... [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firstresponders]

Episode 20 - KNOW YOUR RIGHTS!

MPFFU Podcast - Episode 20 – KNOW YOUR RIGHTS! In this episode, we welcome Ken Barnes and Sara Cottington-Heath.  Ken is a Captain with the Delta Twp FD - Local 2846.  In addition, Ken is the MPFFU Western Trustee, as well as the co-chair of the MPFFU Education Committee.  Sara is a Lieutenant with the City of Saginaw – Local 102, as well as a member of the MPFFU Education Committee.  In addition, Sara is a licensed attorney in the State of Michigan with over ten years of experience.  Ken and Sara are here to talk about employee rights.  Specifically, our guests are here to describe the value of knowing your employee rights when being questioned by your FD administration or employer.  During this episode, Ken and Sara will help us all to better understand Weingarten and Garrity Rights.   mpffupodcast@gmail.com [mpffupodcast@gmail.com]. Instagram @m.p.f.f.u. Please subscribe to the MPFFU YouTube channel #recruitment #MPFFU [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mpffu] #iaff [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/iaff] #union [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/union] #fraternal [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fraternal] #family [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/family] #firefighter [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighter] #firefighters [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighters] #fire [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fire] #firedepartment [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firedepartment] #fireman [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fireman] #firefighting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighting] #firetruck [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firetruck] #rescue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/rescue] #firerescue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firerescue] #paramedic [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/paramedic] #firefighterlife [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighterlife] #brotherhood [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/brotherhood] #ems [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ems] #firedept [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firedept] ... [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firstresponders]

Episode 19 - The importance of adequate staffing

In this episode, we welcome Jeff Lentz and Adam Ferrell.  Jeff Lentz is a Battalion Chief with Dearborn FD Local 412, as well as their local president.  Adam Ferrell is a lieutenant with the Dearborn FD, the Secretary for Local 412, as well as a member of the MPFFU Political Education Committee. Jeff and Adam are here to discuss the importance of adequate fire department staffing.  Specifically, our guests will help us understand the value of adequately staffed fire departments for Michigan communities.  Then, we’ll discuss the laws and standards that dictate fire department staffing in Michigan. Finally, we’ll dive into House Bill 4688 which, if passed, will amend the Public Employee Relations Act, to make staffing a mandatory topic of collective bargaining.  MPFFU Rally in Lansing on September 14, 2023.  Join the MPFFU for a Rally at the Capitol on September 14th as we fight to improve our bargaining rights and increase our ability to train more paramedics, we need your help!  Use the link for more information and registration:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yIk3kHAfjQv5Xcv-NMicQmHDPOT5MG-3/view?usp=drive_link [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yIk3kHAfjQv5Xcv-NMicQmHDPOT5MG-3/view?usp=drive_link]  mpffupodcast@gmail.com [mpffupodcast@gmail.com]. Instagram @m.p.f.f.u. Please subscribe to the MPFFU YouTube channel #recruitment #MPFFU [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mpffu] #iaff [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/iaff] #union [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/union] #fraternal [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fraternal] #family [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/family] #firefighter [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighter] #firefighters [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighters] #fire [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fire] #firedepartment [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firedepartment] #fireman [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fireman] #firefighting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighting] #firetruck [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firetruck] #rescue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/rescue] #firerescue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firerescue] #paramedic [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/paramedic] #firefighterlife [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighterlife] #brotherhood [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/brotherhood] #ems [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ems] #firedept [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firedept] ... [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firstresponders]

Episode 18 - A sit down with Ed Kelly - IAFF General President

In this episode, we welcome Ed Kelly, the General President of the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF).  Ed “Edzo” Kelly has been a Boston Firefighter, or Jake, for over 25 years.  As the General President, Ed and his team play a crucial role in shaping the future of the fire service, advocating for the well-being of firefighters, and leading one of the most influential labor unions in North America and beyond. During this, President Kelly weighs in on many issues currently faced by the fire service, including staffing, recruitment and retention, PFAS, and the future of bunker gear.  Ed also describes why MPFFU members should show up for the rally in Lansing on September 14, 2023.  MPFFU Rally in Lansing on September 14, 2023.  Join the MPFFU for a Rally at the Capitol on September 14th as we fight to improve our bargaining rights and increase our ability to train more paramedics, we need your help!  Use the link for more information and registration:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yIk3kHAfjQv5Xcv-NMicQmHDPOT5MG-3/view?usp=drive_link [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yIk3kHAfjQv5Xcv-NMicQmHDPOT5MG-3/view?usp=drive_link]  mpffupodcast@gmail.com [mpffupodcast@gmail.com]. Instagram @m.p.f.f.u. Please subscribe to the MPFFU YouTube channel #recruitment #MPFFU [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/mpffu] #iaff [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/iaff] #union [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/union] #fraternal [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fraternal] #family [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/family] #firefighter [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighter] #firefighters [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighters] #fire [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fire] #firedepartment [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firedepartment] #fireman [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fireman] #firefighting [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighting] #firetruck [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firetruck] #rescue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/rescue] #firerescue [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firerescue] #paramedic [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/paramedic] #firefighterlife [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firefighterlife] #brotherhood [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/brotherhood] #ems [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ems] #firedept [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firedept] ... [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/firstresponders]