Title: Sharon Sisson, Iron Worker. Chicago, Illinois
Speakers: Sharon Sisson, Richard Sisson, Bucky Halker, Nancy Groce
Series: America Works
Date: October 1, 2020
Running Time: 8:31 minutes
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Description:
Chicago-based folklorist Bucky Halker interviews iron worker Sharon Sisson and her husband, iron worker Richard Sisson about their experiences as iron workers in the Chicago area. Their interview, which was recorded at Iron Workers Union Local #63 Headquarters in Broadview, Illinois, covers numerous topics. This episodes features Sharon’s experiences as a woman entering a previously male-dominated trade and a prank she played on a fellow worker to stop him harassing her in their workplace.
