Tom Raiche's guest appearances

Tom Raiche

UTL495 Straight Talk Podcast

Rachel Crawford

Dan Murphy

Laura Lee

Kathy Clark

Michael Neagle

Joel Boyd

Patrick Smulligan

Beth Kontos

Rachel Margaglione

Andrea Regina

Caryn LaFlamme

Holly Fleury

Lisa Guisbond

Paul Georges

Mariana Athayde

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Our podcast has been on a hiatus for a number of reasons over the last weeks; however, today we were able to sit down albeit remotely, with Tom Raiche, AFL-CIO Community Services Liaison, Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council.  Tom, as our regular listeners will remember spoke with us about the United Way’s commitment in the Merrimack Valley in particular on our Season 2, Episode 12 podcast.As we negotiate our new version of normal throughout the outbreak of Corona Virus, it is comforting to know that United Way almost immediately geared up to address some very critical needs of workers and families in our area. We spoke with Tom about some of these efforts and how you can help via remote. Let’s hear more specifics from Tom. We hope this information is helpful to you. Again, if you have questions about the United Way’s response to the COVID-19 crisis, be sure to check the links on our podcast website OR visit the United Way’s webpage devoted to their response to this crisis. Thanks to Tom for gamely tapping in to our remote recording to share this important update.  Again, if you are in need of any assistance, the number to call is two-one-one. It’s that simple! The person on the other end of the line will put you in touch with agencies that can help. For those wishing to make an individual donation to United Way, the most efficient way of doing so is to navigate to https://unitedwaymassbay.org/get-involved/covid-19-family-fund/. We’ll also post these links on our podcast website, utl495-straighttalk.com and you can also navigate to our podcasts via our United Teachers of Lowell website, unitedteacherslowell.org.  We once again thank you for tuning in to this episode. We too are learning to negotiate new realities as we continue to record podcasts remotely. We promise we’ll keep working on sound quality.We hope that if you enjoy what you hear, you will subscribe to our podcast using Apple iTunes, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast aggregator. As always, we welcome your general comments and feedback. If you have suggestions for future podcast topics or if you are aware of UTL members who might be willing to share experiences and expertise, send us an email at utlstraighttalk@gmail.com.

Our podcast has been on a hiatus for a number of reasons over the last weeks; however, today we were able to sit down albeit remotely, with Tom Raiche, AFL-CIO Community Services Liaison, Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council.  Tom, as our regular listeners will remember spoke with us about the United Way’s commitment in the Merrimack Valley in particular on our <a href="https://www.utl495-straighttalk.com/home/2019/10/22/season-2-episode-12-meet-tom-raiche" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Season 2, Episode 12 podcast</a>.As we negotiate our new version of normal throughout the outbreak of Corona Virus, it is comforting to know that United Way almost immediately geared up to address some very critical needs of workers and families in our area. We spoke with Tom about some of these efforts and how you can help via remote. Let’s hear more specifics from Tom. We hope this information is helpful to you. Again, if you have questions about the United Way’s response to the COVID-19 crisis, be sure to check the links on our podcast website OR visit the United Way’s webpage devoted to their response to this crisis. Thanks to Tom for gamely tapping in to our remote recording to share this important update.  Again, if you are in need of any assistance, the number to call is two-one-one. It’s that simple! The person on the other end of the line will put you in touch with agencies that can help. For those wishing to make an individual donation to United Way, the most efficient way of doing so is to navigate to <a href="https://unitedwaymassbay.org/get-involved/covid-19-family-fund/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://unitedwaymassbay.org/get-involved/covid-19-family-fund/</a>. We’ll also post these links on our podcast website, <a href="http://utl495-straighttalk.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">utl495-straighttalk.com</a> and you can also navigate to our podcasts via our United Teachers of Lowell website, <a href="http://unitedteacherslowell.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">unitedteacherslowell.org</a>.  We once again thank you for tuning in to this episode. We too are learning to negotiate new realities as we continue to record podcasts remotely. We promise we’ll keep working on sound quality.We hope that if you enjoy what you hear, you will subscribe to our podcast using Apple iTunes, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast aggregator. As always, we welcome your general comments and feedback. If you have suggestions for future podcast topics or if you are aware of UTL members who might be willing to share experiences and expertise, send us an email at <a href="mailto:utlstraighttalk@gmail.com">utlstraighttalk@gmail.com</a>.

Season 2, Episode 23: United Way's Response to COVID-19 With Tom Raiche

Regular listeners to Teacher Voice Labor Matters* may be familiar with Tom Raiche’s voice, but do you know how Tom’s work connects to all of us at the United Teachers of Lowell?Tom, whose official title is AFL-CIO Community Services Liaison, Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council, is a not only an advocate for Labor, he is a staunch advocate for public education. For 21 years Tom was a member of IAM Local 1726, serving as a Chief Steward and Safety Committee Chair, and in addition to his union service he’s a former member of the Saugus School Committee and Town Meeting. In addition to his current post as AFL-CIO Community Services Liaison, Tom is a faculty member of the Labor Guild and serves on the MassHire Greater Lowell Workforce Development Board.  Tom’s involvement in the Merrimack Valley community is extensive! Each November, Tom participates in the United Way’s Thanksgiving Project, now in its 20th year. Today, we’ve asked Tom to sit down with us to talk about this incredible project as well as a few upcoming events sponsored through the Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council (MVCLC) and the United Way.FOR MORE INFORMATIONClick here for general information about the United Way’s Thanksgiving Project, now in its 20th year.If you as an individual wish to donate to the Thanksgiving Project, find more information here.As Tom mentions, 211.org is a good starting place for families or advocates looking for resources.  Connect through the World Wide Web at 211.org OR simply dial 211 on you phone.Click on this link to learn more about United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley and the essential work that this group provides.Learn more about Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council (yes - UTL495 is a member!) by clicking on this link.If you need more information or would like to reach out to Tom with a question, he can be reached by phone at 978-441-1937.*Teacher Voice, Labor Matters is heard live on Monday mornings from 10 am-11 am on 980WCAP AM. The show is replayed on Thursdays from 6 pm to 7 pm. Thanks to Tom for sitting down with us and letting us know about some of the ways our local Labor Unions, including the United Teachers of Lowell 495 serve the community.  We’ll definitely check back with Tom again!Thank you for tuning in to this Episode of Straight Talk. We hope that if you enjoy what you hear, you’ll consider subscribing to our podcast using Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. As always, we welcome your general comments and feedback. If you have suggestions for future podcast topics or if you are aware of a UTL495 member who might be willing to share experiences or expertise, send us an email at utlstraighttalk@gmail.com.

Regular listeners to Teacher Voice Labor Matters* may be familiar with Tom Raiche’s voice, but do you know how Tom’s work connects to all of us at the United Teachers of Lowell?Tom, whose official title is AFL-CIO Community Services Liaison, Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council, is a not only an advocate for Labor, he is a staunch advocate for public education. For 21 years Tom was a member of IAM Local 1726, serving as a Chief Steward and Safety Committee Chair, and in addition to his union service he’s a former member of the Saugus School Committee and Town Meeting. In addition to his current post as AFL-CIO Community Services Liaison, Tom is a faculty member of the Labor Guild and serves on the MassHire Greater Lowell Workforce Development Board. Tom’s involvement in the Merrimack Valley community is extensive! Each November, Tom participates in the United Way’s Thanksgiving Project, now in its 20th year. Today, we’ve asked Tom to sit down with us to talk about this incredible project as well as a few upcoming events sponsored through the Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council (MVCLC) and the United Way.FOR MORE INFORMATION<ul><li>Click <a href="https://unitedwaymassbay.org/our-impact/moving-families-out-of-poverty/thanksgiving-project/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> for general information about the <a href="https://unitedwaymassbay.org/our-impact/moving-families-out-of-poverty/thanksgiving-project/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">United Way’s Thanksgiving Project</a>, now in its 20th year.</li><li>If you as an individual wish to <a href="https://unitedwayconnect.org/comm/SinglePageRegPledge.jsp?DA=7184328&amp;EnvelopeKeyHex=65254327652567574543322A4A3D4E6B75413C657E3E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">donate to the Thanksgiving Project</a>, find more information <a href="https://unitedwayconnect.org/comm/SinglePageRegPledge.jsp?DA=7184328&amp;EnvelopeKeyHex=65254327652567574543322A4A3D4E6B75413C657E3E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.</li><li>As Tom mentions, <a href="http://www.211.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">211.org</a> is a good starting place for families or advocates looking for resources. Connect through the World Wide Web at <a href="http://www.211.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">211.org</a> OR simply dial 211 on you phone.</li><li>Click on this <a href="https://unitedwaymassbay.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">link</a> to learn more about <a href="https://unitedwaymassbay.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley</a> and the essential work that this group provides.</li><li>Learn more about <a href="https://mvclc.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council</a> (yes - UTL495 is a member!) by clicking on this <a href="https://mvclc.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">link</a>.</li><li>If you need more information or would like to reach out to Tom with a question, he can be reached by phone at <a>978-441-1937</a>.</li></ul>*Teacher Voice, Labor Matters is heard live on Monday mornings from 10 am-11 am on 980WCAP AM. The show is replayed on Thursdays from 6 pm to 7 pm. Thanks to Tom for sitting down with us and letting us know about some of the ways our local Labor Unions, including the United Teachers of Lowell 495 serve the community. We’ll definitely check back with Tom again!Thank you for tuning in to this Episode of Straight Talk. We hope that if you enjoy what you hear, you’ll consider subscribing to our podcast using Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. As always, we welcome your general comments and feedback. If you have suggestions for future podcast topics or if you are aware of a UTL495 member who might be willing to share experiences or expertise, send us an email at<a href="mailto:utlstraighttalk@gmail.com"> utlstraighttalk@gmail.com</a>.

Season 2 Episode 12: Meet Tom Raiche