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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.
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S1E15 Fast Lanes and Long Waits: Bill 11 and Two-Tier Health Care in Alberta
This episode focuses on Bill 11, the Health Statutes Amendment Act, and the growing debate around two-tier health care in Alberta. Critics warn that the legislation could open the door to expanded…
S1E14 Privatization of Healthcare and Education
This episode features a live recording from the February 19, 2026, Local Education Event, “Privatization in Healthcare and Education,” held at the Alberta Teachers Association (ATA) Building in…
S1E13 Politics, Compassion, and the Cost of Alberta’s Drug Crisis
In this episode, Gerri Logan—member of United Nurses of Alberta Local 196’s Advocacy & Engagement Committee—sits down with Janet Eremenko, Alberta’s NDP Shadow Minister for Mental Health and…
S1E12 “Health and Safety in Canadian Workplaces” with guest Dr. Bob Barnetson
In this episode, Geri Ruston sits down with Dr. Bob Barnetson to examine the state of Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) in Canadian workplaces, with a focus on Alberta and the realities faced…
S1E11 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…
S1E10 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…
S1E9 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…
S1E8 "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…
S1E7 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…
S1E6 Episode 6: Government Interference with Public Sector Bargaining with Guest Jason Foster
This episode features an interview between Geri Ruston and Jason Foster. Jason Foster is a director, researcher and policy analyst with the Parkland Institute. With a focus on labour rights and…
S1E5 The Spotlight Podcast Episode 5 with Chris Gallaway (Friends of Medicare)
Joining us in this episode is Chris Gallaway, a passionate advocate for public healthcare and a key voice at Friends of Medicare. Chris has dedicated his career to promoting equitable access to…
The Spotlight Episode 4 - Cultural Inclusivity
Gerri Logan interviews Pam Spurvey, a Recovery Alberta Indigenous Cultural Support Worker from Henwood, about " How to be culturally inclusive in the workplace.”Please note, the information,…
S1E3 Interview with Joy Arntzen Local 196 President
Meet our Local 196 President, Joy Arntzen, as interviewed by A&E committee member Geri Ruston. Please note, the information, opinions, and recommendations expressed by guests and hosts in this…
S1E2 The history of the labour movement for nurses in Alberta
The second episode of the Spotlight features Winston Gereluk. Winston was invited to discuss the history of Nursing in Alberta. *Interview was conducted on video and the audio extracted. Attempts…
S1E1 “The Spotlight” by Local 196 Pilot Episode with Greg Mady
Greg joined a political party at 13 but soon realised that politics alone isn’t enough. He enrolled in university and spent 7 years there, studying philosophy and political science. In the end, it…
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“The Spotlight” by Local 196 has published 15 episodes since April 2023, covering topics in Arts.
“The Spotlight” by Local 196 is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 37m.
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