Episode 119: Interview With James Henry Part 1
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we sit down with James Henry and we ask him questions submitted by the listeners. My apologies if your question hasn’t been asked yet, this is one of many parts.
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Episode 118: Working Safe, Not Scared: Standing Up to Management’s Stopwatch
This episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about why there is no such thing as a set street pace and how working safely and precisely is your ultimate defense against management discipline.
Episode 117: What Actually Happens at an NALC Convention? (A Beginner’s Guide)
In this episode of Parcels Of Knowledge we go over what an NALC National Convention is like, and what to expect. We will be having James Henry, candidate for National President, on midweek, if you wish to send him any questions please forward them to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com.
Episode 116: Saturday with William Boone
Today we have on William Boone who is running for Director of Safety and Health.
Episode 115: Wise Words from AJ Breaux and Misael Guzman
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, the greatest of the great come on and tell me a few things I forgot to cover about the Escalating Remedies episode. In addition to that I go over an important heat stress document
Episode 114: Non-Compliance and Escalating Remedies
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we discuss escalating remedies and how to handle non-compliance.
Episode 113 : WHERE IS MY MONEY?! How to Force USPS to Pay You Now.
In today’s episode of Parcels of Knowledge we cover the protocol and/or options one must understand when they do not receive a paycheck they did not receive from management, and they need that money now. Remember that a “No” from a supervisor isn’t the end of the road—it’s just the beginning of a grievance for a violation of the National Agreement.
Episode 112: The Frontline Advocate: 3 Must-Have Skills for the City Carrier Leader
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about 3 skills that would strengthen any leader in your branch, whether you are a branch officer, steward, or just a city carrier that would like to lead by example within your own installation.
Episode 111: Interview with Ryan Akers
Today we have an interview with Ryan Akers who is a city letter carrier who knows his rights.
Episode 110: Saturday with Mike Caref
Today we have a surprise interview with Presidential Candidate Mike Caref where I asked listeners if they had any questions for him and he asked every one of them. Is he worth it for your vote? you decide.
Episode 109: Betraying Public Trust: The Post Office Conflict of Interest
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we join Lino Miranda and talk about this undelivered mail issue, and how it is potentially in violation of the united states conflict of interest laws.
Episode 108: Why This New Arbitration Podcast is a Game Changer
On this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about Greg Rowe, and his new podcast that is an incredible gem. You can find it on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and any other major platform. Please check it out at the link below:
Episode 107: Saturday with John Cruz
Today we have John Cruz on to talk about his candidacy for National Trustee, tell me what you think, is he worthy to have your vote? Click Here to Support Parcels of Knowledge
Episode 106: Making Grievance Maintenance Sexy
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about how sexy grievance maintenance is, and dont forget to cross reference this episode with my prior episodes 32, and 33, and the Youtube video I just now posted. On Saturday we will be having John Cruz on for his candidacy for NALC National Trustee under the CLC Slate. We welcome you to submit any and all questions you would like to ask to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. I will be asking every…
Episode 105: How to Fight Unauthorized Overtime
In this episode of Parcels Of Knowledge we talk about management’s new trend of recording each instance of overtime they don’t like as unauthorized, and how to fight it. On Saturday we will be having John Cruz on for his candidacy for NALC National Trustee under the CLC Slate. We welcome you to submit any and all questions you would like to ask to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. I will be asking every question submitted.
Episode 104: Saturday With Christopher Reed
Today we sit with Christopher Reed to talk about his run for Region 1 NBA. Is he worthy of becoming the next NBA of Region 1? You decide.
Episode 103: Christmas in April, These OIG Reports Are The Ultimate Stocking Stuffer
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about The OIG giving us an early Christmas Gift, our Undelivered Mail grievance template, and Filing for when supervisors give up their independent authority to settle grievances at Informal A. Dont forget to submit questions to me for CLC AFLCIO delegate candidate Ethel Bibbs, submit the questions to me at rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com Click here to support the podcast
Episode 102: Defending the Doorstep: A City Carrier’s Guide to Mode Rights
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about the various modes of delivery, the services inclination to change mode of delivery, and the customers rights in terms of retaining their right to a box at their house, or capitulating to being subject to having a CBU they have to walk to. The question is could they let you walk to their box, or do they have to walk to their box. The Postal Operations Manual has the…
Episode 101: Saturday with Rob Kosier
Today on Parcels of Knowledge we interview Rob Kosier, CLC candidate for Director Of City Delivery. Does he have what it takes to be our next Director of City Delivery? You decide.
Episode 100: 1 Simple Tip To Increase Your Office Time
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we cover how to increase your evaluated office time during a route count and inspection. Don’t forget to submit questions to me for City Delivery Director Candidate Rob Kosier by or before this Saturday, please send them to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com.
In this episode we go over using the ELM against management since they usually use this tool against us, its time we finally do the same. Don’t forget to submit questions to me for City Delivery Director Candidate Rob Kosier by or before this Saturday, please send them to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. Click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge
Episode 98: City Carrier Legal Rights During Criminal Investigations
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about a city carrier’s legal rights during criminal investigations and what the difference is between Miranda, Garrity and Kalkines. Don’t forget to send questions to me for Lloyd Doucet candidate for National AFL-CIO Delegate, send them to my email at rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge
Episode 97: This One Protection Could Gain Your Station Routes
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we go over how to enforce a rarely enforced protection that could be pivotal in increasing the number of routes at your station. Don’t forget to send questions to me for Lloyd Doucet candidate for National AFL-CIO Delegate, send them to my email at rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com
Episode 96: Saturday with Howard Komine
Today on Parcels of Knowledge we ask Howard Komine questions submitted by the listeners about his candidacy for NALC National Trustee.
Episode 95: Defenses to Discipline Part 2
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we itemize and identify particular defenses. Don’t forget we have Howard Komine coming on Saturday to talk about his run for NALC Trustee at the National Level. Please submit to me any questions you have for Howard at Rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. I need these questions by Saturday, he will be asked each and every one.
Episode 94: Defense to Discipline Part 1
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about defenses to discipline. Dont forget we have Howard Komine coming on Saturday to talk about his run for NALC Trustee at the National Level. Please submit to me any questions you have for Howard at Rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. I need these questions by Saturday, he will be asked each and every one. click here if you want to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge
Episode 93: Saturday with Orlando Gonzalez(Optimized Audio)
Today we have Region 15 NBA candidate Orlando Gonzalez on to answer questions that listeners have submitted. Does he have what it takes to become the next NBA of Region 15? You Decide.
Episode 92: The NBA’s Office is Taking Management’s Position and Article 8.5F Refresher
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we go over Article 8.5F because it was chosen as today’s topic by the Wrecking Crew. We also talk about the fact that the postmaster general supports our interpretation of the law, but our own Union does not have our back on this issue. If you need a refresher on Article 8 please refer to Episode 4, 11, 17, 18, 38, and 54. Don’t forget to send your questions to NALC REGION…
Episode 91: Two More Ways to Spearhead an Undelivered Mail Grievance
In this Episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about two additional ways to fight the undelivered mail crisis we are facing, and go over a proposal for convention that I am trying to get my branch to pass. Don’t forget to send your questions to NALC REGION 15 NBA candidate Orlando Gonzalez. You can send him hard ones, and easy ones, he will answer each and every question. Please send them to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com.
Episode 90: Saturday with Paul Boulanger
Today on Parcels of Knowledge we interview potential Future Director of Education Paul Bolanger.
Episode 89: Enforcing Settlement Compliance Beyond the Signature
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about how to navigate situations where you have signed a settlement agreement with management, and they refuse to comply with it. Dont forget to submit your questions to Paul Bolanger, future Director of Education to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com Click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge
Episode 88: Let’s Rip Steiner a New One
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about two different calls to action, both time sensitive so it is imperative you tune in, this episode is short, please consider listening. Please dont forget to submit questions to me for potential director of education Paul Bolanger to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com Here you can find your congresspeople so that you may rip Steiner a new one: https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member Here is a link to the zoom registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/toiYBOh-SSSHRyP6Nsz30Q#/registration
Episode 87: Saturday with Bill Kriebel
This Saturday, we interview NBA Candidate for Region 12, and fellow podcaster, Bill Kriebel. Does he have what it takes to be the next NBA of Region 12? You Decide. If you haven’t listened to his podcast yet, check it out, its called Six Thirteen, and it can be found on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
Episode 86: How to Fight Improper Instructions
this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we go over how to deal with when management is issuing you instructions that are inconsistent with the law or with the contract, handbooks or manuals. Dont forget to submit to me questions for Region 12 NBA candidate Bill Kriebel to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com . I need these questions by this upcoming Friday! Lets grill this candidate on what he can do for us, we know he can handle it. click here to support the podcast
Episode 85: How to Spot (and Stop) Slow-Burn Route Theft, Don’t Let Them Adjust You Into Submission
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about one way management seems to be Conditioning the Frog. It is about the psychology of route devaluation, and why diligence is your best defense. It is one of many examples, it is a short episode for a wide range of topics I will be talking about in the future. Dont forget to submit to me questions for NBA candidate Bill Kriebel to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. I need these questions by this upcoming…
Episode 83: Saturday with Danna Chambless
Today we ask Danna Chambless (candidate for region 8 NBA) some questions that listeners have submitted. Do you think she has what it takes to be the next NBA for region 8? You decide.
Episode 83: 3 Defenses to Attendance Discipline
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we cover 3 potentially fatal flaws/issues when management issues attendance discipline. Dont forget to send me questions to ask NALC REGION 8 NBA candidate Danna Chambless, Branch 4, Nashville, TN. Please send these questions to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com by or before 2/28/2026. click here to support the podcast
Episode 82: I Bet You Didn’t Know This Was a Violation
On this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about something that often management allows to occur on postal premises that is a violation of the law and the Postal Operations Manual. I bet you didn’t know this was a violation.
Episode 81: Saturday with Walt McGregory
In this Episode of Parcels of Knowledge we have Region 6 NBA Candidate Walt Mcgregory on to discuss his candidacy for NBA. Listeners have submitted questions for him to answer and he answers each one. Does he have what it takes to be the next Region 6 NBA? You decide.
Episode 80 – Meet Eric Kiska, Carrier with Talent. Side Note Brian Renfroe Needs to Resign
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we go over how to fight SPM scan discipline with managements own documentation from NAPS. Dont forget to submit questions for Walt Mcgregory, candidate for region 6 NBA, for his interview on saturday with shrum this upcoming saturday, submit these questions and more to Rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com click here to support the podcast
Episode 79: Defeating SPM Scan Discipline
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we go over how to fight SPM scan discipline with managements own documentation from NAPS. Dont forget to submit questions for Walt Mcgregory, candidate for region 6 NBA, for his interview on saturday with shrum this upcoming saturday, submit these questions and more to Rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.comclick here to support the podcast
Episode 78: Saturday with Anita Guzik
Today on Parcels of Knowledge we have an investigative interview with Anita Guzik, candidate for National AFL-CIO delegate. Does she have what it takes? You decide. Click here if you want to support our podcast
NALC Reference Card Giveaway
Enter now to win steward reference materials that make grievance filing easier, we will purchase them from branch 828, they reference things like clock ring codes, ps forms and tacs reports and will make your filing easier so you can file the most in the most effective amount of time. All you have to do is like this post and subscribe to the parcels of knowledge YouTube channel which is linked below. The winners will be contacted and announced…
Episode 77: Curtailment of PM Office Duties
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we go over grieving the curtailment of PM office duties. When management tells you to drop and go without performing your duties in accordance with the M-41, this is what to file in response. Dont forget to submit questions for AFL-CIO delegate Anita Guzik, you will have until friday to submit them to me at rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com click here to support the podcast
Episode 76: Saturday with Kimetra Lewis
Today, on Parcels of Knowledge, we have an investigative interview into Kimetra Lewis and her run for National Vice President! The questions were submitted by the listeners and now she has answered all of them, what do you think? Is she qualified to be the next Vice President of the NALC?
Episode 75: Writing Effective Statements And The Duty of Bearing Witness
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about the duty of bearing witness and how to write effective statements. Dont forget to submit your questions for Kimetra Simpson-Lewis, candidate for National VP on the CLC Slate, submit any question you would like asked to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com this must happen by or before this friday, 2/6/2026. click here to support the podcast
Episode 74: Tools For Your Fight Against Management
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about how you can use M-39 Section 126.3 against management, and how to use M-1885 to protect your route from mismanagement. Dont forget to submit your questions for Kimetra Simpson-Lewis, candidate for National VP on the CLC Slate, submit any question you would like asked to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com this must happen by or before this friday, 2/6/2026.
Episode 73: Beyond The Satchel
In this episode we do a joint podcast with Beyond The Satchel with a focus on the Call To Actions by Parcels of Knowledge and the NALC Here is the link to find out your Congress people and their contact info: https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member Here is the link to the template for the letter/email: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zZ7u5vzXtXGYTkaBPQgYovFyX2zHXVYxhkq_5mMOv4A/edit?usp=drivesdk
Episode 72: Winter Weather Safety
Today we talk about winter weather safety and what letter carriers should be doing in these winter storms. Please submit to me questions for Kimetra Lewis candidate for National VP in the upcoming election, submit them to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. click here to support the podcast
Episode 71: Saturday with David Grosskopf
In today’s episode of Parcels of Knowledge we have an investigative interview with trustee candidate David Grosskopf. You decide if his answers warrant electing him this coming national election
Episode 70: I Need You To Help Call for a Congressional Inquiry into USPS
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we are calling carriers to take up action and write their Congress people in order to get some change in the postal service. I am counting on you to help me. Here is the link to find out your Congress people and their contact info: https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member Here is the link to the template for the letter/email: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zZ7u5vzXtXGYTkaBPQgYovFyX2zHXVYxhkq_5mMOv4A/edit?usp=drivesdk Click here to join the wrecking crew and support the podcast
Episode 69: Two Crafts, One Post Office
In this episode of parcels of knowledge we have our second iteration of a compare and contrast between APWU and NALC with special guest Eric Charnoby from APW You podcast.
Episode 68: The Billion Dollar Burn, How The USPS Wasted 1 Billion Dollars On Grievances
This Episode of Parcels of Knowledge is about how The Postal Service has paid 1 Billion Dollars in Grievance Payouts! Think about that. While you’re out there grinding in the elements, fighting for every click of overtime, management is treating our National Agreement like a suggestion—and they’re using a billion dollars of funds to pay the ‘penalty’ for their own arrogance. Is it incompetence, or is it a deliberate strategy to break the spirit of the City Letter Carrier?…
Episode 67: The Grass is Greener: Taking Your Career Where You Actually Want to Live
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about the ins and outs of mutual exchanges and voluntary reassignments. FYI NALC members may find and publish ads for mutual exchanges in the postal record each month. For detailed information about how to publish an ad, please see the mutual exchanges page in this month’s edition of the postal record. Click Here to support the Podcast Dont forget to submit questions for David Grosskopf National Trustee candidate this year,…
Episode 66: Doing This One Thing Protects You, Your Route and Your Customer
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about a long forgotten much looked over provision of the M-41 that carriers can use, and revive in order to protect themselves, their routes and their customers. Click Here To Help Support The Podcast!
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Episode 65: Keep Your Cash; Two Strategies to Kill a Letter of Demand
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge the Roseville Wreckingball talks about two particular strategies he has honed in order to cancel your debt to the service in letter of demand cases. These procedural defenses for stopping the deduction of your debt, even in cases where you truly owe the service, can be attributed to none other than managements own laziness and failures. They are going to be wanting their money back, but here we have two ways to…
Episode 64: Defeating Failure to Make Standards/Discharge of Duties
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about how to defeat failure to meet standards/discharge of duties charges. Dont forget to submit questions for trustee candidate David Grosskopf, please send them to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com.
Episode 63: Some Branches are Limiting Themselves, Let’s Grab Our Fishing Poles and Break The Bad Habit
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about a stewards right to information regardless of whether or not there is a confirmed grievance.
Episode 62: Debbie Dixon Investigative Interview
In this interview we ask NBA candidate for Region 2 questions that were submitted by the listeners. She answers every question, as is part of her due process. Does she have what it takes to take region 2 by the reigns? You are the one who ultimately will get to decide!
Episode 61: The Mail Never Stops, But Management Might; Handling the Undelivered Mail Crisis
This episode of Parcels of Knowledge gets you in the right understanding of how to start fighting management giving you instructions not to deliver parts of routes.
Episode 60: Roseville’s End of the Year Report
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we go over the Roseville Post Office’s end of the year report. Other carriers can listen in if they’d like so they can give me pointers on what they would like me to do differently if I was at their station, or let me know what information I’m missing that could be important to know in an end of the year report.
Episode 59: Union Rights Under The NLRA
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we go over some union rights under the NLRA, some of these might be similar to the ones secured in our contract. Today is the last day we read out of the Legal Rights Of Stewards book.
Episode 58: Filing a Labor Charge
In this episode of Parcels Of Knowledge we go over the National Labor Relations Act and How to File a labor charge.
Episode 57: Stewards Can Tell The Boss To F**k Off
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we go over a stewards right to be equal to management, engage in heated discussions, and other special status’s of stewards afforded by the NLRA. Region 2! I will be doing a q and a with NBA candidate Debbie Dixon early January, you will have 3 weeks to submit questions to my email rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com, ask her any question and she will answer it.
Episode 56: Deems Desirable/Restricted Sick Leave
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we compare and contrast deems desirable and restricted sick leave, and talk about how you should be filing a greivance if the situation deems it appropriate. Most of the time management is abusing these things. Region 2! I will be doing a q and a with NBA candidate Debbie Dixon early January, you will have 3 weeks to submit questions to my email rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com, ask her any question and she will answer…
Episode 55: 8 Things to Do to Show Management You’ve Got Balls
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we have 3 different topics to cover, one is clock ring integrity and a foot note for December, Crossing crafts and how you should be handling it, and lastly we talk about an 8 step process to stand up to your management and enforce your own safety during these winter months. Region 2! I will be doing a q and a with NBA candidate Debbie Dixon early January, you will have 3…
Episode 54: December Overtime Decoded, Your Article 8 Rights During The Holidays
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we once again we will be covering some of the changes your overtime will undergo during the December Exclusionary Period. That’s right—we’re talking hours, we’re talking overtime, and we’re talking about the Sexiest Article of the Contract, Article 8. She looks a little different during December, and we will be reminded how, and why. I will be explaining exactly which limitations are temporarily lifted and, more importantly, which rights still remain fully…
Episode 53: Corey Walton Investigative Interview
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we have an investigative interview with Executive Vice President Candidate Corey Walton to determine if he has what it takes to become our next NALC EVP. What do you think? We asked him the questions you submitted, were his answers to your satisfaction? Next Month we will be having a question and answer for Trustee Candidate David Grosskopf.
Episode 52: The Macho Mailman
Today we just have a conversation with the one and only macho mailman. Heres a link to his instagram: www.instagram.com/macho_mailman_delivers
Episode 51: Clarification of Prior Episodes
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we clarify two issues in prior episodes, including the Pay Anomaly episode, Issuing corrections or clarifications because there was some confusion.
Episode 50: Fighting PTFs Being Sent to Other Offices
In This Episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about what we could do to overcome PTFs being sent out of the office involuntarily. I also discuss having the Postal Macho Man on Friday to have a conversation. Dont forget to submit your questions for EVP Corey Walton, We will be doing a Q and A and he will answer all questions, even the hard ones. Submit those questions to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. Must be submitted by or before November 30th.
Episode 49: The Reanimated Carrier Pay Anomaly
In this episode we talk about something that should have been dead for years now, something called the carrier Pay Anomaly. This may be affecting your pay if you ever spent time as a t6 as a table 2 carrier, so please listen up if you feel like you might have been affected, I have had 1 case in my office, and have seen another 2 confirmed cases, this thing may be more common than we understand. Dont forget…
Episode 48: David Grosskopf Talks About What City Letter Carriers Need to Do ASAP
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, I have a special guest on to talk about the things we need to be doing right now in order to keep the public on our side and maintain the fact that City Letter Carriers are Pillars of their Community. Hes got some really great ideas so make sure to tune in, you dont want to miss it because it is time sensitive.
Episode 47: Test Your Contractual Strength Part 2
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we once again test your contractual strength as a steward. After over 50 episodes of Parcels of Knowledge, and other podcast too, how much have you really learned? Lets see how well you do! Do you have what it takes to get all the answers correct? Dont forget to submit your questions for EVP Corey Walton, We will be doing a Q and A and he will answer all questions, even the…
Episode 46: Test Your Contractual Strength Part 1
In today’s episode we test our listeners strength in contractual matters by giving them hard questions and answers from the NALC Black Books. Dont forget to submit your questions for EVP Corey Walton, We will be doing a Q and A and he will answer all questions, even the hard ones. Submit those questions to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. Must be submitted by or before November 30th.
Episode 45: Two Crafts, One Fight, Compare and Contrast Between APWU and NALC
In today’s episode of Parcels of Knowledge I interview a brother from APWU in order to compare and contrast the differences in our contract and in the way we do things. This is a good one, so dont miss out. His name is Eric Chornoby, and he has his own podcast called APW You, and he does a fantastic job, in this interview and in his own podcast. Please feel free to let me know if you want to…
Episode 44: 2 Tips to Help You Overcome Management’s Tricks
Today’s episode of Parcels of Knowledge is about 2 things that I have been getting calls about as of recently, and how to overcome managements devious tactics in these situations. Dont forget to submit your questions for EVP Corey Walton, We will be doing a Q and A and he will answer all questions, even the hard ones. Submit those questions to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. Must be submitted by or before November 30th.
Episode 43: The Basics of Gathering Information
In This Episode of Parcels Of Knowledge we got over the basics of statements and interviews which are pillars of gathering information, whether you are a steward or grievant. Dont forget to submit your questions for EVP Corey Walton, We will be doing a Q and A and he will answer all questions, even the hard ones. Submit those questions to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. Must be submitted by or before November 30th. Also if you are so inclined, check out our…
Episode 42: Let’s Get Ourselve’s a Good Contract
In this Episode of Parcels of Knowledge I discuss your duty as a member, and how we are going to push National In the right direction this contract cycle. I have Derek on from building a Fighting NALC and we stress the importance of taking the Survey they have in order to demonstrate just what we want during this bargaining cycle as a collective membership. The link to the survey is below: 2026 Contract Demands Survey — Build A…
Episode 41: Management Used to be Obsolete, The Story of Employee Involvement and Work Teams
This is a historical piece putting on record the past pilot program where management allowed t6 strings to manage themselves. The carriers were in charge of their own leave approval, their own overtime, their own volumes and their own expectations. At a time where employees had such an input on their own workplace conditions, did this program work? Was it helpful? Why did it stop? We interview those who were involved in these work teams, go over a document…
Episode 40: 7 Phrases Management Hopes You Never Learn
In this Episode of Parcels Of Knowledge we talk about a few things. The main thing we talk about is 7 different phrases that management hates when you use them right, they are very important for defending yourself, so please memorize them for future use. We also talk about how we will be having EVP Candidate Corey Walton on for a Q and A in December. If you have any questions, please submit them to rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. Any and all…
Episode 39: The 2 Tricks Management is Using to Hurt Your Route Value
Today I will cover the biggest attacks on our craft that we have had as of lately. These two things will demolish routes, add to your deliveries, and devastate the carrier craft over time. These issues involve theft of the carrier craft and theft of the carrier hours. Please stand with me to protect ourselves from these issues.
Episode 38: Everything You Need for Holiday Scheduling and December Article 8
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we detail the changes in Article 8 that occur during the December Exclusionary Period, and we also discuss Article 11 holiday scheduling. This one will be needed since we are coming into 4 holidays in such a short period of time.
Episode 37: Standing on the Shoulder of Giants, Inheriting and Advancing the Fight
This episode is about how important it is for us to stand on the shoulders of your giants of the past. This is a story about how Pat Carroll, Former NBA and former president of my branch, set the foundation for another steward to excell in standing strong for our carriers. This is an important lesson, I wouldnt miss it.
Episode 36: Do Not Allow Our Craft to be Ravaged, Protect Yourself From This Harm
Today I will cover the biggest attacks on our craft that we have had as of lately. These two things will demolish routes, add to your deliveries, and devastate the carrier craft over time. These issues involve theft of the carrier craft and theft of the carrier hours. Please stand with me to protect ourselves from these issues.
Episode 35: From Injury to Approval, a Letter Carriers OWCP Basics
In this episode I talk about a letter carriers basic rights during the OWCP process, and some questions and answers about things that letter carriers are commonly concerned about.
KIM Training Part 3: Brian Renfroe’s General Session
Today we are posting the 3rd and final episode where we attempt to bring the KIM regions training to those who cannot attend. Todays Episode is about Brian Renfroe’s Address to the Membership.
KIM Training Part 2: The Heartbeat of Region 6 State of The Region Address
In this Episode I relay general session and go over the remaining classes. Tomorrows episode will summerize Brian Renfroe’s General Session. Like usual there is another segment where carriers could shout out people they appreciate.
KIM Training Part 1: It is Important to Continue Your Education
In this episode I give an update from the KIM training in Covington Kentucky, and I open the mic to allow people to give shout outs.Everyone who wants to make a shout out to recognize someone they know call or text the following number and ill put it in the podcast episodes im making from Kim training 6162594793. Even if you aren’t here let’s make this fun leave a message of something youd like to say. Especially in recognition…
Episode 34: Stop Annual Leave Theft
In this episode the wreckingball reviews a Step B decision that clarifies the difference between management denying LWOP under ELM 514.22 and an employee’s right under ELM 513.6 and Article 10.5.B to choose LWOP or annual leave when sick leave is approved but the employee lacks sufficient sick balance.
Election Update: If the Shoe Fits, Wear It
Attention members of 4374, I made a short episode that is an election update. Only 10 minutes in length. Feel free to listen to this for an update on transparency about my run for Vice President, and some clarification about things that people seemed to be offended about. I also thank those who have contributed to this wonderful opportunity I have had to be running for your Vice President. This will be my one and only mention of the…
Episode 33: The Wheels of The Grievance War Machine
; This episode demonstrates the usefulness of a grievance tracking system. There is a cameo by Rick Rock/Supervisor Hogan/(fake)Brian Renfroe. This will be followed by a video demonstrating this visually in the next upcoming weeks. If you want to voice any questions, concerns, and/or advice prior to the recording of that video so we may incorporate it, please feel free to contact me at Rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com. If you want a cameo in that video please also feel free to contact…
Episode 32: The Gears of The Grievance War Machine
In this episode we break down the basics of the grievance tracking system that I use and how it can be built, next episode we will demonstrate how it works.
Episode 31: Investigative Interview with James Henry
In this episode we serve James Henry with due process and give him questions that labor(carriers) sent in. Additionally we interviewed Mike Caref in a separate episode. Here you can weigh both candidates to figure out which one you would prefer. Tell me, Which one will you be voting for so far?
Episode 30: Investigative Interview with Mike Caref
Episode 30 Parcels of Knowledge: Investigative Interview with Mike Caref In this episode we serve Mike Caref with due process and give him questions that labor(carriers) sent in. Additionally we interviewed James Henry in a separate episode. Here you can weigh both candidates to figure out which one you would prefer. Tell me, Which one will you be voting for so far?
Episode 29: Own Your Route; The Carrier’s Guide to Shutting Down Management’s Games
On this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we review a newly updated Letter Carrier Route Protection Guideline by Jamie Gregory, explains key carrier rights, and walks through practical AM, street, and PM procedures to protect eight‑hour routes. Topics include vehicle inspections, casing standards, DPS and spurs, PS Forms (3996, 1571, 3849), package delivery rules, safety, breaks, and how to document workload to push back against management. The guide is posted to the Parcels of Knowledge Facebook page for reference….
GoFundMe, Postage and Giving Back(link in description)
Good morning—this episode is a brief announcement: I posted a GoFundMe to cover mailing costs for my run for vice president. My fundraising goal for postage is $600 (likely closer to $1,000) to reach more voters. Anything raised beyond the $600 postage goal will be donated to a branch member who needs a wheelchair-accessible van for her child. If you’re in Metro Detroit, you can also help through a local bottle drive. https://gofund.me/3a986c16e
Episode 28: Their Data, Your Victory, Digging into Greivance Gold
Their Data, Your Victory, Digging Into Grievance Gold. This episode is about using the various TACs reports that are at our disposal to be able to prove your burden of proof in any grievance. Today we start with TACS and if stewards like this one I will move onto the other systems like DOIS.
Episode 27: Building Better Casefiles
This episode is about building a better casefile, although it has a focus on the stewards any carrier can listen in because its sometimes reliant on what information a greivant is willing to give their steward!
Episode 26: Postal Purgatory Neither Sleet, Nor Rain, Nor Paycheck
In this episode we talk about the infamous Postal Purgatory that management is placing carriers in to harass and intimidate those who they don’t like, and how our union isn’t doing enough to protect us from this. We are watching you and we expect better. This isn’t an attack, but a call for action framed from a constructive anger, rather than a punitive one. If injustice angers you, this episode is not for you.
Episode 25: Bombshell Aman Gegax Investigative Interview
We held an investigative interview with Alan Gegax about his personal life and about his branch nominations. We revealed that he was a contestant on who wants to be a millionaire, and talked about his run for vice president. The link to his episode is in the episode description, its a must see! Below are links to his podcast: and his run on who wants to be a millionaire:
Episode 24: You Were Due This Benefit, Did You Claim It?
In this Episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about the conversion and maximization MOUs. With more and more conversions to PTF, we need to get more well versed in the knowledge of how to maximize PTFs into a full time status.
Episode 23: Conversion/Maximization MOUs How to Level Up Your Career
In this Episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about the conversion and maximization MOUs. With more and more conversions to PTF, we need to get more well versed in the knowledge of how to maximize PTFs into a full time status.
Episode 22: Scanning Errors From Accusation to Acquittal
Scanning For Errors From Accusation to Acquittal. In this Episode of Parcels of Knowledge we go over letters of charges, how to read them, and defend against discipline using the letter of charges. Lets use managements deficiencies determine your letter of charges to be undeliverable as addressed!
Episode 21 Parcels of Knowledge: Delivering Hope on the Gridiron, Tackling Muscular Dystrophy, A Letter Carrier Classic
Delivering Hope on the Gridiron, Tackling Muscular Dystrophy, A Letter Carrier Classic. This episode of Parcels of Knowledge is special. This is about Letter Carriers getting together for a great opportunity to show their respect for America during an NFL game, be part of the game, be on the field within 3 feet of the players, and show that you care about the MDA charity. Additionally, I will be having a Q and A with both Mike Caref, and…
Episode 20: Let’s Bid on the Route to a Better Education
In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about the PS Form 1767, and the importance of the NALC White Papers, and how we should have more of them being made on many different issues. Additionally, I will be having a Q and A with both Mike Caref, and James Henry Separately, candidates for NALC President, and I encourage carriers to submit questions for them, carriers will have until September 1st to submit anything they would like to…
Episode 19: Management Messed Up? Here’s What’s Next.
In this episode I talk about the basics of Article 15, 17 and 31 and how they merge together to paint a picture of the grievance procedure and your steward’s role in the process. Additionally, I will be having a Q and A with both Mike Caref, and James Henry Separately, candidates for NALC President, and I encourage carriers to submit questions for them, carriers will have until September 1st to submit anything they would like to Grill either…
Episode 18: Improper Mandation Basics
In this episode I talk about the basics of Improper Mandation and how to file on these issues. Additionally, I will be having a Q and A with both Mike Caref, and James Henry Separately, candidates for NALC President, and I encourage carriers to submit questions for them, carriers will have until September 1st to submit anything they would like to Grill either candidate on and then they will answer all questions posed. You can submit these questions to…
Episode 17 Parcels of Knowledge: Your Time, Your Terms, Respecting Workhour Limitations
This episode is about an uncommonly enforced regular carriers workhour limitations via Article 8.5F of the National Agreement, a simple breakdown, and how to enforce the contract. Additionally, I will be having a Q and A with both Mike Caref, and James Henry Separately, candidates for NALC President, and I encourage carriers to submit questions for them, carriers will have until September 1st to submit anything they would like to Grill either candidate on and then they will answer…
Episode 16: Some Branches Need To Be Better, There is No Progress Without Struggle
This episode attempts to help stewards and members navigate some of the issues that come with branches that have lost their way, and need to be reminded of their purpose. I will be having a Q and A with Mike Caref, candidate for NALC President, and I encourage carriers to submit questions for Mike Caref, carriers will have until September 1st to submit anything they would like to Grill Mike Caref on and then he will answer all questions…
Episode 15: Interview with the One and Only Ritchie Ray
In this episode we asked Region 15 and carriers nationwide to ask NBA Candidate Richie Ray any question they would like to ask and we grilled Big Rich. We get to know this great guy, and now Region 15 can make an educated choice this coming election.
Episode 14: The Pandemic of 2025 Undelivered Mail
Episode 14: The Pandemic of 2025 Undelivered Mail This episode is about Undelivered mail, the consequences of doing nothing about this, and the reasons why I think its a violation of the contract. This is different than National’s opinion. Please keep that in mind when developing your own contentions.
Episode 13: Clear And Consistent Wins The Race
This episode is another Contractual Alphabet Soup with a focus on No Lunches and Out Of Schedule Premiums. If you have any questions to submit for NBA Region 15 candidate Richie “coffee” Ray, please submit them to my email rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com If you have any questions for me on my way to becoming the next Vice President of NALC Branch 4374 please submit the to Richie Rays Email hothousewithrichieray@gmail.com We will be accepting questions until July 15th, upon which we…
Episode 12: Mini Bids, Building A Defense With 271Gs and A Bold Alternative
Letter Carriers, arm yourselves with knowledge! In this episode, The Roseville Wrecking Ball breaks down crucial topics to empower you on your route. Learn how to leverage Article 41 mini bids, understand your rights for 271G special inspections to prevent route overburdening, and get an innovative strategy for stewards to set precedent without management’s typical roadblocks. We also share a somber moment for heat-related tragedies and stress the importance of comfort stops. If you have any questions to submit…
Episode 11: Your Overtime, Your Rules: Unpacking the New Contract Choices
So many letter carriers are confused about the new overtime changes. This episode is an attempt to clear the air about the many misconceptions and fill the void for the things you may not already know. If you have any questions to submit for NBA Region 15 candidate Richie “coffee” Ray, please submit them to my email rosevillewreckingball@yahoo.com If you have any questions for me on my way to becoming the next Vice President of NALC Branch 4374 please…
Episode 10: Soliciting Grievances For The Greater Good
Episode 10 is about requesting to speak to your steward, and solicitation of grievances.
Episode 9: Interview With Walt McGregory
In this episode I go over the questions that listeners have submitted and Walt Mcgregory every single one. Walt Mcgregory is a candidate for Region 6 National Business Agent, an office which is currently held by David Mudd. Walt is on the Concerned Letter Carriers Ticket. This episode is longer than usual but it is a good one.
Episode 8: Reshaping Our Future
Episode 8 goes through the New MOU effective July 1st and talks about what we can do to reshape our future for the better using this MOU.
Episode 7: Say Hell No To Stealing Our Leave
Next Weeks Episode is dropping a week early so I can take the week off to focus on many grievances I have backlogged. This episode is about LWOP denial, and management’s subsequent stealing of carrier leave balances. Additionally it covers blanket leave policies. This episode has a special dedication to Warren Michigan Post Office. We Stand with you Warren, Now is the time to fight back. The Roseville Wreckingball Is Here If You Need An Additional Hand.
Episode 6: Mind Over Management Part 2
Part Two Of Mind Over Management. Going over three additional scenarios. This is a two part series of the trials and tribulations of what letter carriers go through on a regular basis and how to respond to management who are constantly harrassing letter carriers.
Episode 5: Mind Over Management Part 1
Early episode release. This will be a two part series going over the daily conflicts and confrontations that letter carriers get into when dealing with management. There will be enactments of these confrontations. It is about how to react appropriately in these situations, yet stay as militant as possible in terms of contract enforcement, and how to best play defense in these situations. Part Two will be the normal Wednesday Episode.
Episode 4: Basics of Article 8 and Escalating Remedies
Today we go over a useful heat stress document, and the basics of Article 8 and escalating remedies.
Episode 3: The JSOV and Mutual Respect Basics
The basics of the JSOV and Mutual Respect. How to identify what issue you have. How to properly document the problem. How to address a pattern of behavior, and general insight on how to be successful on these types of grievances.
Episode 2: Contractual Alphabet Soup
This episode is a grab bag of different contractual issues that I find to be currently relevant. It goes over 3 different contractual issues and finally concludes on a opinion piece about the importance of your duties as a member of the NALC.
Episode 1: Route Protection Basics
Episode one consists of the basics of your duties as city letter carriers, and how they tie into route protection.
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