The New Frontline

(00:00:00) Aaron's background & life in England (00:05:20) Rising to CEO in 6 years (00:06:50) Why government unions are such a threat to freedom (00:13:27) Freedom is fragile (00:19:04) Being laser focused on the mission From the streets of Birmingham, England to the helm of the Freedom Foundation: CEO Aaron Withe shares his journey from humble beginnings to leading America’s fight against government unions. In this episode, Siena sits down with Aaron to uncover how growing up under socialism shaped his understanding of the American Dream, why he calls government unions the greatest threat to freedom today, and what it will take to preserve liberty for the next generation.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:24) NJEA's Drag Show (00:03:41) AFT & AFSCME protecting illegal drivers (00:07:10) CTU's New Mexico recording studio (00:08:32) Conclusion Teachers unions have officially gone off the rails. Everything from hosting dues-funded drag events to buying poolside recording studios halfway across the country. Siena Rose breaks down how union priorities have nothing to do with teachers and everything to do with ideology and self-interest. Stay informed and engaged as we take you straight to the frontlines of the fight against union overreach, bringing you the latest news and insights from the heart of the battle.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:22) Universal experiences of control (00:01:53) Who controls the money? (00:04:17) Part of this control is fear (00:05:48) The rhetoric you are being attacked with (00:07:00) Freedom Foundation is here to fight this Siena Rose dives into  the psychology of control, and how union rhetoric makes you believe it lies in the hands of workers, when reality reflects anything but. Time to talk about power and control in public unions: who has it, how they got it and what it takes to keep it.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:01:54) Unions on your timeline (00:05:02) Confusing the conversation (on purpose) (00:08:49) This HURTS private sector unions (00:10:38) The algorithm and union leaders on your phone (00:13:26) The price of the internet (00:14:46) Conclusion This episode exposes how public-sector unions manipulate social media to blur the line between private and government unions, spreading pro-union propaganda through bite-sized, emotionally charged content. Siena breaks down how this digital deception misleads everyday viewers, erodes critical thinking, and ultimately only serves the interests of government unions. Stay informed and engaged as we take you straight to the frontlines of the fight against union overreach, bringing you the latest news and insights from the heart of the battle.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:42) Marxist Origins (00:03:00) Georges Sorel's influence (00:05:03) Modern union's socialist framework (00:07:59) Facism (00:09:16) History is repeating itself (00:10:49) What to do next? Siena Rose exposes the disturbing ideological roots behind America’s most powerful unions, and  traces them back to Karl Marx, Georges Sorel, and the syndicalist movements that glorified violence, control, and totalitarianism. From the NEA to AFSCME, today’s union leaders are using the same tactics of manipulation and coercion to dominate schools, politics, and public life. History is repeating itself, and it matters now more than ever.

(00:00:00) Superintendent Michael Gaal (00:15:20) Vice President Jill Haffley Superintendent Michael Gaal and School Bord Vice President (as well as former union member) Jill Haffley reveal what’s really happening inside District 11 as the Colorado Springs Education Association prepares for an illegal strike. From union tactics to the impact on students, they break down the fight for the future of education in Colorado Springs.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:01:37) Interview with Dmitriy Siena Rose sits down with Oregon Outreach Director Dmitriy Sashcenko to talk about an incredible decertification effort in Oregon, where teachers chose to break free from a national union that no longer represented their interests. Dmitriy shares what sparked the campaign, the challenges they faced, and how local educators reclaimed their independence. This is a story of courage, strategy, and the fight for worker freedom.

Originally published on September 17, 2025.In this short video tribute, Siena Rose honors Charlie Kirk, Founder and President of Turning Point USA (TPUSA). His death is a tragedy, and his legacy sparks a revival.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:01:05) "Grandsons of the Confederacy" (00:04:08) Where does worker power come from? (00:06:02) Davis Gates jumping to crazy conclusions (00:10:52) The "public good" (00:13:48) Davis Gates' logic backfires (00:14:21) Dystopian America (00:15:07) Davis Gates' closing remarks (00:16:29) Conclusion Originally published on September 2, 2025.Stacy Davis Gates is president of the notorious Chicago Teachers Union, and in this episode Siena addresses the insane claims she makes in a recent Labor On The Line Instagram video. From the Confederacy to a dystopian-America, Davis-Gates doesn't hold back, but Siena sets the record straight.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:33) Background on Becky Pringle (00:01:10) NEA & Pringle's antisemitism (00:04:08) Motion to leave the ADL (00:07:21) "Everyone is welcome here" kits (00:08:25) New bills targeting the NEA Charter (00:11:30) Conclusion (00:12:33) Message from Siena Originally published on August 26, 2025.Becky Pringle is nearly a household name and not in a good way.  Recently, she has made news for the anti-Semitic content her union is promoting, and the multiple federal bills that seek to reform or de-charter her union.  Siena Rose dives into what President Becky Pringle is allowing in her union, and how Freedom Foundation is taking a stand against it.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:26) What is the TFS? (00:00:52) Breakout session speakers (00:01:33) Freedom Foundation speakers (00:02:18) Mainstage session speakers (00:02:45) Keynote speaker Yeonmi Park (00:03:43) Takeaways (00:04:26) Conclusion Originally published on August 5, 2025.Siena summarizes the 2025 Teacher Freedom Summit in Washington D.C.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:58) False claims of deception (00:02:55) Precision of language is important (00:04:46) The favorite union fallacy (00:06:09) Protecting the rights of public workers via Janus (00:08:10) Unions love to hate (00:09:10) Peddling rage to 'fight the man' (00:11:15) Public unions shouldn't have an official political stance (00:12:41) Membership numbers are at a historic low (00:13:39) Conclusion Originally published on July 29, 2025.In this episode, Siena reacts to a reel from the pro-union Instagram account Labor on the Line a video packed with bad faith arguments, logical fallacies, and ironic T-shirts. Siena dismantles the union narrative with receipts, clarity, and a healthy dose of sarcasm.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:32) Background on JeffCo (00:02:14) What the "vote of no confidence" really means (00:03:57) CEA spent $200,000+ on rigging JeffCo's elections (00:04:41) What is the actual job of a union anyway? (00:05:19) Scott Barnes' response letter (00:07:26) JeffCo & JCEA's scandals (00:09:43) JCEA's actions are unbelievably hypocritical (00:10:25) Conclusion Originally published on July 22, 2025.Siena dives into another school district that is going up in flames due to the actions of the union. Jefferson County, Colorado has been called "the worst school district in the country" by Libs of TikTok, and has some of the most egregious stories of alleged grooming and abuse. Who can be found at the center of this chaos? None other than the union, JCEA.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:01:20) SSEU misunderstanding our mission (00:04:05) Precision of language is important (00:05:12) Workers should be empowered to represent themselves (00:07:35) SSEU's arguments are weak at best (00:09:12) The funniest part of the whole video (00:10:45) Delegate cites a bogus survey (00:13:29) Conclusion Originally published on July 15, 2025.The Social Service Employees Union Local 371 released a podcast episode attacking the Freedom Foundation’s work. In this episode, Siena breaks down their weakest claims, calls out the logical fallacies, and exposes the entire thing for what it is: a 25-minute tantrum poorly disguised as a podcast.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:35) Medicaid is a slush fund for the radical left (00:01:41) Explaining the Medicaid program (00:03:16) How the union is involved (00:05:37) It comes down to money (00:07:44) What's being done to stop this (00:08:24) Automatic payroll deductions (00:10:22) Conclusions Originally published on July 8, 2025.What exactly is the Medicaid Program, and how are unions involved in it? Aside from being a topic that can make a politician's career go nuclear, it is a system that is being abused by ill-intentioned union leaders who just want to make a quick buck. In this episode, Siena explains how Medicaid is just a slush fund for the Left and their conspirators.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:01:12) General union history (00:02:11) Why do unions go so far beyond workplace issues? (00:03:08) Private profits vs public budgets (00:04:38) Motivation differences (00:05:47) Real-world example: New Jersey's biggest teacher union (00:08:01) Unions are greedy for YOUR tax dollars (00:08:47) Real-world example: Amtrack drivers & private unions (00:09:38) The central message (00:10:51) Real-world example: the Brotherhood of Teamsters (00:11:16) Conclusion Originally published on July 1, 2025.What makes public sector unions different from private sector unions? Is it the kind of work they do? The people they represent? Or does it all come down to money? In this episode Siena cuts through the noise and explains what makes the two types of unions different in funding, in motivation, and more.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:35) History of union strikes (00:01:51) Set-up of the D11 story (00:03:45) Details of the union vote (00:04:35) False dichotomy union ballot (00:06:11) Alleged 'unfair labor practice' (00:07:07) Who the strike will REALLY be hurting (00:08:57) D11 ranks low on testing scores (00:09:35) Conclusion Originally published on June 17, 2025.District 11 just became ground zero for union brain rot. The Colorado Springs Education Association has rallied for a strike, but really they are sowing chaos after the school board finally decided to cut them off. What are they claiming to strike about? What does it all mean? Siena explains all in this episode.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:44) UTLA Lawsuit (00:01:15) PAT Lawsuit (00:04:54) California PERB Lawsuit (00:05:29) Idaho School District Complaints (00:06:29) UPTE Lawsuit (00:07:02) Teamsters Lawsuit (00:07:43) UDW, SEIU, & AFSCME Lawsuits (00:08:24) Conclusion Originally published on June 10, 2025.Freedom Foundation has an active legal presence that works to hold unions accountable for their treatment of public workers. Siena goes over 7 recent cases, including lawsuits and complaints, and why they are important to protecting worker rights.

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:39) The basics of how Exclusive Representation works (00:01:46) Lawsuit against ULTA (00:04:38) Lawsuit against PAT (00:06:28) Litigation Counsel Timothy Snowball weighs in (00:10:42) Conclusion Originally published on June 3, 2025.In labor law, you can opt out of paying union dues—but you can’t opt out of being represented. In this episode, Siena dives into the issue of exclusive representation, exposing how it forces workers to be under union control even if they never asked for it. Is this really about worker rights—or union power?

(00:00:00) Intro (00:00:46) Defining Collective Bargaining (00:03:52) What Collective Bargaining REALLY is (00:05:44) Collective Bargaining is inherently unfair (00:06:44) President Trump's EO & the backlash (00:08:18) Aubree's Story (00:12:58) Conclusion Orignially published on May 27, 2025.Unions are lying to you about collective bargaining. Siena sets the record straight and explains exactly how collective bargaining isn't a combining of power, but a ploy to take a worker's voice away from them. Featuring a special guest!