PBD Podcast Teamsters Union President Targets Amazon - Sean O’Brien | PBD Podcast | 665
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Oct 11, 2025 
Sean O’Brien, the President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters and a passionate advocate for workers' rights, dives deep into the challenges facing labor in America. He names Amazon as a primary threat to workers, sharing his concerns about gig work and the misclassification of drivers. O'Brien argues for abolishing 1099 work and emphasizes the need for stronger unions as a counterbalance to corporate greed. His candid insights on labor politics, along with a glimpse into his personal motivations, make for an engaging and thought-provoking discussion.
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Unions As Checks And Productivity Boosters
- Sean O'Brien says unions remain necessary as checks and balances against corporate control.
- He argues unionized workers deliver higher productivity, safety, and stability for communities.
Refused Edits, Called Trump, Spoke His Mind
- Sean recounts submitting his speech to the RNC, refusing edits, then calling Trump who told him to say whatever he wanted.
- He used that freedom to praise resilience then sharply criticize corporate America onstage.
Amazon As The New Corporate Adversary
- O'Brien labels Amazon and similar corporations as today's primary adversary for workers due to exploitative labor practices.
- He highlights Amazon's use of third-party and 1099 delivery models to avoid direct responsibility and unions.
