Union Made and Uncensored
By Brian, Terry, Anthony, Twiggs, Jason, and the Mikes
Categories: Comedy, Education
Welcome to Union Made and Uncensored, the podcast where the facts meet the fire—all with an unfiltered, laugh-out-loud perspective. Join your regular hosts—Brian, Anthony, Terry, Jason, Twiggs, and the Mike's—as they blend essential union facts and hard-hitting, hilarious, and uncensored commentary on the labor world. They don't just talk the talk; they walk the walk, sharing the honest, often absurd, realities of the job. But it's not all business. Pull up a chair and listen to the guys shoot the breeze (or straight-up bullshit) about a wide range of topics that matter to the blue-collar lifestyle, including hunting, fishing, and all things outdoors. Expect lively debates, genuine locker-room laughs, and the kind of honest conversation you won't hear anywhere else. Plus, stay tuned for future guests! If you're looking for the truth about unions with a side of unapologetic, no-holds-barred humor, this is your new weekly listen. Subscribe now and hear what they're saying when the foreman isn't listening! contact us @ [email protected]
49 episodes indexed on PodSearch.
Recent episodes
- EP 49: Amendment 6 & A Red Bull Sponsorship Wish
With Missouri's Amendment 6 taking center stage ahead of Election Day, the guys get into a heavy discussion about what's on the ballot. Then things take the usual turn toward Halloween, chili, Red Bull, and the never-ending search for a sponsor. 😂 And apparently, we're witnessing a transformation…
- EP 48: Back When the Oven Was the Furnace
The boys are back at it! This week, Shifty, Lil Bear, Anthony, Jason, and Brian kick things off with some good ol' blue-collar nostalgia, swapping stories about growing up and using the oven to heat the house. Because apparently, central heating was just opening the oven door and hoping for the…
- EP 47: Butthurt, Boogeymen & Ballots
the boys are back at it again, talking the usual bullshit! From Amendment 6 updates (because they're not letting that one go until November 3rd 👀) to Halloween memories, future plans, and the age-old question of whether scaring kids is hilarious or just plain evil. 💀🎃 Then it's time for the…
- EP 46: The Boys Are Bullshittin Again
Brian, Shifty, Anthony, and Lil Bear are back around the table talking about Amendment 6 (and yes, they'll probably keep talking about it until November 3rd), union vs. non-union benefits, health insurance, pensions, and all the other stuff that comes with being in the trades. They also throw down…
- EP 45: A Senator, An Insulator & A Bricklayer Walk Into A Bar ft. Doug Beck & Gary Payeur
EP 45 is our longest episode yet—and we had plenty to talk about. Doug Beck, Missouri Senator, joins us along with Gary Payeur, Business Manager from the Insulators for one hell of a conversation about Amendment 6, who to trust in Missouri, the future of our state, and the candidates coming down…
- EP 44: Short-Handed & Sour
The crew is down three this week with Anthony, Shifty, and Twiggs out—but the bullshit carries on. Brian takes his punishment and ends up with the Mega Sour Zombie Bomb, while Anthony calls in and somehow steals the show during trivia. The guys dive into Missouri's upcoming Amendment 6, talk about…
- EP 43: No Shifty, No Filter & Too Many F*cks
No guests. No Shifty. Just the dudes doing what they do best. The guys get into the upcoming Missouri election and Amendment 6, then shift gears for a more serious conversation about mental health and suicide awareness. They talk about the Member Assistance Program available through the…
- EP 42: Labor Day w/ Gary & the Proud Union Guy
What better way to celebrate Labor Day than with two guys who know exactly what it means to be union? This week, we're joined by Gary Payeur, Business Manager of Local 1 Insulators of St. Louis, and David Knipp — better known online as the Proud Union Guy. David has built a huge social media…
- EP 41: Grown Men, Teenage Minds
This week, the guys talk about the great loss of Dolly, dive into their mentorship program and how they're helping new hires adjust to the trade, find their footing, and know they've got someone in their corner. They also get into tariffs, continuing education in the bricklaying industry, and what…
- EP 40: Jack, Rose & the Boys
They took a week off, came back, and immediately decided to turn the podcast into a Titanic audition. Terry kicks things off with his absolutely unnecessary impersonation of Rose, followed by Anthony giving us his best Jack. It's something. We're not saying it's good, but it's definitely…
- EP 39: Show Me Your Worst Trivia
Last week's episode never saw the light of day... because Terry accidentally stopped the recording 7 minutes in and nobody realized for over an hour. 🤦♂️ To make up for it, Terry took over trivia this week... and somehow made things even worse. Get ready for the most painful Missouri trivia…
- EP 38: We Need Adult Supervision
The boys are back after taking a week off while spending time at local fairs helping spread awareness about the upcoming Missouri Amendment 4 vote this August. This week they cover... well... just about everything. 🤣 🍻 Docking (yes... that conversation) 👷 Stewards and union meetings 🗳️ A…
- EP 37: Old Dogs, New Tricks
In EP 37: Old Dogs, New Tricks, the crew dives into the never-ending debate between the older and younger generations. Has work ethic changed, or is every generation saying the same thing? They also talk about burnout, the daily grind, and what it takes to keep showing up. Of course, the trivia…
- EP 36: The Legend of Porksteak
Episode 36 is one for the books! Jason and Lil Bear somehow convince themselves a duet is a good idea... spoiler alert: it wasn't. 😂 The crew talks about working through the summer heat, why staying hydrated on the job can literally save your life, and why it's important to get out and vote in…
- EP 35: Do You Want a Voice?
This week, the guys dive into Missouri's upcoming Amendment 4 vote and what it could mean, then somehow manage to derail the conversation in true Union Made & Uncensored fashion. Brian puts everyone to the test with another round of brain-bending riddles, Anthony debuts a hilarious game of "Who…
- EP 34: Red, White & Losing It
EMAIL US @[email protected] The boys are back! In Episode 34, the crew dives into another round of trivia, talks Fourth of July plans, fireworks, turning your utilities back on, a little politics, and somehow even discussing Amsterdam and the famous Red Light District. As usual, the…
- EP 33: Dewey, Cheatem and Howe
This week the guys welcome longtime friend, retired bricklayer, and former business agent Mark Savage, better known as "Mr. Dewey, Cheatem and Howe." Mark joins the crew to share stories from his years in the trade and break down one of the most important topics for union members—understanding…
- EP 32: Bread Soaked in Regret
Terry finally pays the price for his last loss when he's forced to dip a bun into the infamous pickled pig's feet juice and take a bite. With Brian taking over trivia duties, the tables turn as Terry gets a healthy dose of his own medicine through a series of riddles and questions. The guys dive…
- EP 31: Dirty Mike Meets Dirty Tony
This week on Union Made & Uncensored, the rails are completely gone. The guys spiral into an Urban Dictionary rabbit hole featuring Dirty Sanchez, Dirty Mike, Dirty Tony, and the legendary Dirty Terrance. Shifty runs trivia while everyone struggles through music trivia and even worse singing…
- EP 30: Brian's Trivia Revenge
This week on Union Made & Uncensored, the guys break down some of the biggest complaints people have about unions and give their side of the story from inside the trades. They talk Memorial Day plans, share stories about the mentors who helped guide them through the industry, and then everything…
- EP 29: Recorded Twice, Still Questionable
After a recording error sent the original episode straight to the graveyard, the guys had no choice but to run it back. In this episode of Union Made and Uncensored, they talk upcoming events at the union hall, career choices in and outside the trades, and somehow still manage to go completely off…
- EP 28: The One With the Pig Juice
In Episode 28 of Union Made & Uncensored, the guys dive into mental health, supporting union members through tough times, anti-union legislation, some terrible stories, and way too much trivia. But the real moment everyone will remember? Brian taking a shot of pickled pig feet juice for absolutely…
- EP 27: Politics, Pride & Pig Feet
In Episode 27, the guys get into the ins and outs of politics as a union member—breaking down how certain bills directly impact the workforce and why staying informed matters now more than ever. They also talk about how to promote the trades and keep the industry strong in today's world. Of…
- EP 26: The One Where Terry Snaps
In Episode 26 of Union Made & Uncensored, the crew tries to talk about the role of union stewards—and even attempts to touch on the legislative conference… but let's be honest, they get sidetracked almost immediately. What actually happens? Terry snaps during trivia, the conversation goes off the…
- EP 25: Unfiltered & Under Construction
Unfiltered & Under Construction says it all. The guys dive headfirst into politics, call out what scope of work really looks like in the trades, and keep it as real as it gets. Expect strong opinions, jobsite-style BS, and plenty of laughs along the way—plus trivia to see who actually knows what…
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