Union Break with Council 35

Union Break State of SFO W/Melissa Osborne S2 EP9 #32

This week on Union Break, Mischelle, Mya, and Melissa sit down for an honest conversation about what’s really happening at SFO. From the rumors flying around about base closures and furloughs to reserve increases, staffing frustrations, line construction, and uniform compliance, they tackle the questions everyone’s been asking. They also break down the upcoming union dues increase, what it means for members, and share an important message of support for our AFA family at Spirit. If you’ve been hearing a lot of jumpseat chatter and want the real story, this is the episode for you, helpful updates, and a few laughs along the way.

Union Break June 2026 PBS mistake or was it? W/ Virginia Fritz S2 E8 #31

Bids, glitches, and a whole lot of speculation. This special edition of Union Break breaks down the PBS drama that had everyone refreshing their screens and questioning their awards. Mischelle and Mya sit down with our LEC VP and PBS Committee Chair Virginia Fritz to unpack exactly what happened during the June bid award rollout, why the inflight website crashed, and what didn’t happen (spoiler: PBS itself wasn’t the issue). Virginia explains the behind the scenes process, clears up confusion about bid protests vs. general questions, and shares how factors like high line averages, reserve percentages, fewer leaves, and summer flying impacted awards this month. If your bid looked unusual, this episode gives the context you’ve been looking for. Transparency, education, and a little humor because bid day stress is real.

Union Break Grievances Process W/Melissa Osborne S2 Ep7 #30

This week on Union Break, Mischelle and Mya sit down with Melissa Osborne for an honest deep dive into the grievance process. What a grievance actually is, how investigations work, what Flight Attendants can expect during disciplinary meetings, and why union representation matters. From commuter issues and sick leave investigations to common mistakes members make during meetings, the team breaks down the process in a way that’s informative, supportive, and easy to understand. They also discuss the importance of Professional Standards, EAP resources, and why reaching out early can make all the difference. Real talk, real education, and a behind the scenes look at how Council 35 fights for members every day.

Union Break S2 Ep 6 #29 BOD W/ Melissa Osborne

In this episode of Union Break, we sit down with Melissa Osborne to talk through the key takeaways from the recent Board of Directors (BOD) meeting held March 8–11. We discuss the International election, review major agenda items, and take a closer look at the budget. What it means for members, the upcoming union dues increase, and when members can expect to see those changes take effect. This is an important conversation designed to help break down the details and keep members informed about decisions that impact all of us.

Union Break S2 Ep5 #28 PBS W/ Virginia Fritz

This week on Union Break, we’re diving into one of the most talked-about—and often frustrating—topics for flight attendants: bidding. Joined by LEC VP Virginia Fritz, we break down how bidding has evolved, especially with the changing flying patterns in SFO, and what that means for your schedule. From understanding how to use the analyzer to building smarter bids in an unpredictable pairing environment, Virginia shares practical strategies that can help you take back control of your schedule no matter your seniority. We also go behind the scenes of the PBS process, revealing how bids are actually built, why it takes time, and the collaborative effort between the union and the company to create the “least bad” solution each month. Whether you’re new to bidding or looking to refine your approach, this episode is packed with real talk, helpful tips, and a few laughs along the way. Because at the end of the day—you’re not alone out there, we are all in this together! Together We Are Better!