Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks with Alan about his own podcast and some current events. Special Guest: Alan Gegax | Email the show: [email protected]
Jun 03, 2025•47 min•Ep. 32
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about the new Postmaster General and the NALC headquarters official response to his appointment. The Education segment is about grievance Additions and Corrections. Special Guest: Eric Ellis | Email the show: [email protected]
May 21, 2025•37 min•Ep. 31
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks with Eric about the current political threat to our benefits and what we should do about it. Special Guest: Eric Ellis | Email the show: [email protected]
May 07, 2025•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 30
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks with Luis about the struggles stewards endure to protect their carriers' rights. Special Guest: Luis Esparra | Email the show: [email protected]
Apr 28, 2025•49 min•Ep. 29
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about the recent Committee of Presidents meeting in Pasadena, California. Email the show: [email protected]
Apr 14, 2025•24 min•Ep. 28
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about the new National Agreement and breaks down the money, step by step. Email the show: [email protected]
Mar 31, 2025•29 min•Ep. 27
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about paying dues and threats to unionism. Education Segment: GPS Telematics System Email the show: [email protected]
Mar 24, 2025•33 min•Ep. 26
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about threats to the Postal Service. Ben Harris joins Fred to talk about the rally in Akron. Join the Fight! 03/23/2025 - 2PM EST @ 1655 W. Market St. Akron, OH 44313 Featured Guest: Ben Harris | Education Segment: Non-Compliance Email the show: [email protected]
Mar 17, 2025•40 min•Ep. 25
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about the NALC Branch 385 Bowlathon 2025 and the latest updates about the National Agreement's arbitration, as provided at Region 11 Training from Brian Renfroe. Email the show: [email protected]
Mar 11, 2025•25 min•Ep. 24
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about the Tentative Agreement vote, the lost faith in NALC leadership, and changes come down the pipeline to the USPS. Email the show: [email protected]
Mar 03, 2025•22 min•Ep. 23
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred and Ross talk about Labor Management meetings, negotiation, and compromises. The education segment is about answering the issue statement of a grievance. Featured Guest: Ross Oliver Email the show: [email protected]
Dec 05, 2024•44 min•Ep. 22
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about his decision to vote NO on the proposed Tentative Agreement. The education segment is about Continuation of Pay (COP) for injured workers. Email the show: [email protected]
Nov 27, 2024•32 min•Ep. 21
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred and Dave talk briefly about the new Tentative Agreement and then dive into the Arbitration process. Featured Guest: Dave Ditchey Email the show: [email protected]
Oct 26, 2024•59 min•Ep. 20
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred and Bill talk about the Tentative Agreement details that just released; including a break down of what it means monetarily. Featured Guest: Bill Braun Email the show: [email protected]
Oct 19, 2024•31 min•Ep. 19
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about recent branch happenings. The education segment is about Discipline... Part 2! Email the show: [email protected]
Oct 18, 2024•18 min•Ep. 18
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks to Matt and focuses in on branch specific issues. The education segment is about informing your shop steward when you get disciplined and why that is important! Featured Guest: Matt Pesa Email the show: [email protected]
Sep 21, 2024•29 min•Ep. 17
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred covers recent branch happenings. The education segment talks about Article 8 overtime, pivots, and PS Form 3996's. Email the show: [email protected]
Sep 04, 2024•15 min•Ep. 16
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this special episode Fred and Jay talk about the fifth and final day of the NALC National Convention 2024 and share their opinions on the event overall. Featured Guest: Jay Baulo Email the show: [email protected]
Aug 09, 2024•25 min•Ep. 15
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this special episode Fred talks about the fourth day of the NALC National Convention 2024. Email the show: [email protected]
Aug 09, 2024•32 min•Ep. 14
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this special episode Fred is joined by Chris and they talk about the third day of the NALC National Convention 2024. Featured Guest: Chris Angeloff Email the show: [email protected]
Aug 07, 2024•51 min•Ep. 13
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this special episode Fred talks about the second day of the NALC National Convention 2024. Email the show: [email protected]
Aug 07, 2024•18 min•Ep. 12
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this special episode Fred talks about the first day of the NALC National Convention 2024. Email the show: [email protected]
Aug 05, 2024•29 min•Ep. 11
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred covers recent solicitation mailers. The education segment talks about Article 41 Bid Assignment Violations. Email the show: [email protected]
Aug 02, 2024•11 min•Ep. 10
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred covers recent Branch 385 happenings. The education segment talks about Article 8 Forced Overtime Violations. Email the show: [email protected]
Jul 18, 2024•27 min
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred covers his opinions about politics in the overall NALC. The education segment talks about Management's ability to deny sick leave. Email the show: [email protected]
Jun 24, 2024•31 min•Ep. 8
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred covers some of the contract provisions relevant to "loaning" PTFs and CCAs to other post offices. Email the show: [email protected]
Jun 14, 2024•18 min•Ep. 7
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred interviews the NALC National President Brian Renfroe and talks about the next National Agreement, the expired TIAREAP, and more! Featured Guests: Brian Renfroe Email the show: [email protected]
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 6
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred debunks more false information and interviews a couple of guests to talk about the annual Bowl-a-thon. The education segment talks about the PS Form 1767 and safety hazards. Featured Guests: Chris Angeloff and Jay Baulo Email the show: [email protected]
May 17, 2024•23 min•Ep. 5
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about the annual NALC Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. The education segment talks about how the Grievance-Arbitration system works, and the steps a grievance goes through. Email the show: [email protected]
May 09, 2024•26 min•Ep. 4
Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about the internal hour audit that the branch did on the President, as well as addresses some misconceptions from the last episode. The education segment talks about how to handle a PDI for stewards and carriers. Email the show: [email protected]
Apr 29, 2024•34 min•Ep. 3