Standing Strong Inside UPS – Union Steward Chuck Bryan Returns

In this must-hear follow-up episode, Chuck Bryan—veteran union steward at the Chicago Area Consolidation Hub (CACH)—pulls no punches as he returns to That’s Delivered. From exposing UPS’s internal policy changes to sounding the alarm on automation, Chuck offers a rare inside look at the ongoing fight for workers' rights in a corporate-driven world. It’s a deep dive into leadership, loyalty, and what it really means to be part of the Teamster brotherhood.

Key Takeaways

✅ Record-High Worker Engagement
70% of workers participated in the latest steward elections at CACH—a powerful show of solidarity.

✅ Corporate Policy Misfires
New rules on where drivers can fuel their trucks have led to confusion and unfair disciplinary action, all for the sake of cost-cutting.

✅ Profits Over People
UPS beat financial projections by $450 million—while still laying off workers across the country.

✅ The Illusion of Automation
Chuck questions the practicality of autonomous trucking, pointing out that real-world conditions don’t match the perfect test scenarios shown in promo videos.

✅ The Power of Union Brotherhood
“It’s not just a Teamster organization—it’s a Brotherhood,” Chuck explains, urging members to think long-term and protect future generations through strong contracts.

✅ Words of Encouragement
“Don’t let the grind grind you out. Stay with it, be positive.” Chuck offers grounded advice to those feeling overwhelmed by corporate tactics.

✅ Why You Should Listen
This episode isn’t just for union members. It’s for anyone who wants to understand what’s really happening behind the scenes at America’s logistics giants—and why it matters.

🎧 Tune in now for a bold, unfiltered look at the modern labor movement from someone who’s living it every day.

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