Helping Members with personal emergencies and attendance issues, managing through grievances, and interfacing with Management on behalf of the Flight Attendants of Southwest Airlines – it’s all a day in the life for a DEBM who is using the power of the Union to advocate for Members! In this episode of Airwaves: The TWU Local 556 Podcast, Second Vice President Josh Rosenberg sits down with Domicile Executive Board Members (DEBMs) Kristie Scarbrough from Dallas, Patrick Paladino from Orlando, and Edward Marq from Houston to discuss their vital roles as Union representatives in their bases. These elected officials serve three-year terms as the direct point of contact for Flight Attendants, acting as liaisons who advocate for Members in dealings with Management and helping Members understand and utilize the protections available to them through their Contract. Listen as DEBMs share insights into their collaborative efforts with Members and between DEBMs at different bases to help Members get the most out of their careers as Southwest Airlines Flight Attendants.

Navigating the high-stakes world of summer flying can be exhausting, but understanding your rights under the fatigue policy is crucial for staying safe and protected on the line. In this episode, Jannah Dalak, a Flight Attendant and Member of the Fatigue Review Committee, chats with TWU Local 556 Secretary KeyAnder Early to break down everything from identifying cognitive or emotional signs of exhaustion to the exact steps for reporting fatigue to scheduling. You’ll learn how the committee conducts a seven-day look-back to distinguish between operational and non-operational causes in this non-punitive, voluntary safety program. Whether you are tackling your first red-eye or managing back-to-back pairings, this discussion offers practical tips to help you perform your duties safely and confidently.

AirWaves: The TWU Local 556 Podcast returns with Episode 3, featuring conversations focused on the many ways TWU Local 556 supports Members both personally and professionally. TWU Local 556 Second Vice President Josh Rosenberg hosts the episode, which guides listeners through two meaningful discussions centered on care, resilience and opportunity. Eileen Rodriguez joins the podcast to discuss Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), the peer-support resources available to Flight Attendants following traumatic or stressful events on and off the job, and why emotional support matters. Scholarships Committee Chair Genesis DaVoy shares information about scholarship opportunities available through TWU Local 556 and explains how investing in education continues to strengthen Members and their families.