Best Next Generation Carriers Podcasts (2025)

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Reviving Unionism inside the NALC w/ Joe Burns 1:35:34

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Joe Burns, former local union(AFSCME) president active in strike solidarity, is a labor negotiator and attorney. He is the author of the book Reviving the Strike: How Working People Can Regain Power and Transform America Book: ⁠Class Struggle Solidarity⁠ Book: ⁠Strike Bike⁠ Book: ⁠Reviving The Strike(PDF)⁠…

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Route Inspections, Part 1(Contract Talk) 16:15

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July 2024 - Contract Talk - Route InspectionsBy Next Generation Carriers

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S1E1: Women's Roundtable 1:38:24

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Article that was used to guide the discussion: 11 Major Challenges Women Face in the WorkplaceBy Next Generation Carriers

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NALC Route Protection Pocket Handbook 52:32

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NALC Route Protection Pocket HandbookBy Next Generation Carriers

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The 1970 Postal Strike 53:33

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Reviving Unionism inside the NALC w/ Joe Burns Date: Sunday, Sept. 28th Time: 8pm EST Location: ZOOM REGISTRATIONBy Next Generation Carriers

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Letter Carrier Perfect IV 53:36

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Letter Carrier Perfect IVBy Next Generation Carriers

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EP 3. Roundtable of Presidents. 1:09:31

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Next Generation Carriers and guests are individual union members speaking in a personal capacity and they do not represent the views of the NALC, the United States Postal Service, or any other entity that is spoken on this program. James Capone, President of Branch 764 Graig Samoluk, President of Branch 334 Paul Boulanger, President of Branch 44 Da…

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NALC Contract Talks: What to expect w/ Mike Caref 1:43:02

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Wednesday, September 3rd the NALC Executive Council met to discuss the dispute resolution process and preparations for the next round of collective bargaining. Business Agent Mike Caref of Region 3 Illinois came onto our podcast to break down that meeting for the general membership of the NALC. Donate to Mike Caref Donate to Concerned Letter Carrie…

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NALC Route Protection Program(Abridged) 2:50:15

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⁠NALC Route Protection Program(PDF)⁠ -------------- ⁠M-01106(PDF)⁠ -------------- ⁠EL-801(PDF)⁠ -------------- ⁠M-00605(PDF)⁠By Next Generation Carriers

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(Part 2)Texas State Convention 1:29:17

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El barrio de NALC Roundtable of various NALC members that attended their Texas State Association Convention.By Next Generation Carriers

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2018 NALC Guide Route Inspections(Abridged) 3:13:52

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The 2018 NALC Guide to Route Inspections 00:15:23 - Principles of Route Inspections(Section One) 00:39:27 - Before the Week of Count and Inspection(Section Two) 01:10:47 - During the Week of Count and Inspection(Section Three) 01:50:47 - After the Week of Count and Inspection(Section Four) 02:10:59 - Carrier Consultations(Section Five) 02:32:41 - R…

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[Part 2]Solidarity with SEIU 1199(Butler Hospital) 29:00

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On May 15, 2025, nearly 800 healthcare workers at Butler Hospital, a major psychiatric hospital serving the region, launched an open-ended unfair labor practice (ULP) strike. Represented by SEIU 1199 New England, these workers include mental health staff, food service workers, nurses, call center staff, therapists, clerical staff, and more. The str…

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Solidarity with SEIU 1199(Butler Hospital) 27:42

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On May 15, 2025, nearly 800 healthcare workers at Butler Hospital, a major psychiatric hospital serving the region, launched an open-ended unfair labor practice (ULP) strike. Represented by SEIU 1199 New England, these workers include mental health staff, food service workers, nurses, call center staff, therapists, clerical staff, and more. The str…

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Mike Caref(NALC Business Agent) 1:45:30

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Mike Caref is currently running for the NALC President position. We talk about why is he the only NALC NBA that has a podcast and he takes questions from various NALC members. Learn More: https://caref4prez.orgBy Next Generation Carriers

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August, 10th 2025 9:54

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Testing out a Sunday morning News/Education 10-minute format. Directed at CCAs/PTFs on Sundays and Regulars on their ride to work on Monday mornings. 5 topics discussed: City Carriers Salaries, Newly hired CCAs contract rights, What areas are hiring direct to Career status, How to become a successful union organizer, Mike Caref live on our podcast …

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Marc Mancini(Branch 84, Pittsburgh) 1:03:46

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Marc Mancini talks about the assaults inside Pittsburgh on USPS letter carriers.By Next Generation Carriers

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Texas State Convention(Part 1) 36:02

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Cesar Hernandez, Ernest Gonzales, and Jose Rodriguez jump on to talk about the upcoming 2025 NALC Texas State Association Convention. Cesar Hernandez is running for re-election of District 5 political rep for Texas. Also, Josh Towne from the Building A Fighting NALC Rhode Island chapter encourages all members in/around Rhode Island to walk the heal…

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Enforcing Heat Safety at USPS 2:38:35

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Union leaders from across the nation answer 24 questions related to heat safety. Corey Walton (From A To Arbitration podcast) Alan Gegax & Michael Brasaemle (Classes of Mail podcast) Richie Ray(Hot House podcast) Joshua Shrum (Parcels of Knowledge podcast) Mallory Eubanks & John Morris (CCA Corner podcast) Elliot Simmons (On the Workroom Floor podc…

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Bobby Damatin(Branch 34, Boston) 2:13:31

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Bobby Damatin is legendary inside Region 14. Bobby continues to fight for area wages(T-COLAs) for the high cost of living cities throughout the 48 states. ---- Branch 84(Pittsburgh) July 13th. 2pm. Enough is Enough Rally. 841 California Ave PGH PA, 15212By Next Generation Carriers

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Undelivered: Chapter 2 58:08

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Book: Undelivered written by Philip RubioBy Next Generation Carriers

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Undelivered: Intro / Chapter 1 1:37:08

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Undelivered: From the Great Postal Strike of 1970 to the Manufactured Crisis of the U.S. Postal Service By Philip F. Rubio BFN Study Group: Undelivered on July 13 Zoom Registration FREE PDF Buy the BookBy Next Generation Carriers

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Tyler Vasseur(Build A Fighting NALC) 1:04:13

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CCA Summer Material: https://www.fightingnalc.com/cca-summer-materials NLRB's Employee Rights Under the NLRA: https://www.nlrb.gov/sites/default/files/attachments/pages/node-251/employee-rights-under-the-nlra-poster-two-page-85-x-11-version-pdf-2022.pdf Teamsters for a Democratic Union - Parking Lot Meetings Tips: https://assets.nationbuilder.com/t…

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EP2. Roundtable of Presidents 1:31:46

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Mental Health inside the NALC / USPS James Capone, Graig Samoluk, Barry Glines, & guest John MorrisBy Next Generation Carriers

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Carrie Scoville & Virgilio Goze 1:20:29

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The Valley Labor Report; episode with APWU President Mark Dimondstein:⁠ CLICK HERE⁠ Working Class History: ⁠The Stonewall riots and Pride⁠ ⁠Pride at Work⁠ WGCU News Coverage: ⁠Federal workers protest at Senator Rick Scott's office⁠ SEIU: ⁠End ICE Raids and Military Escalation Against Protestors Petition⁠…

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FERS(Q&A) Part 1 42:10

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Questions and Answers on Federal Employees Retirement System(FERS) This episode only covers FERS BASIC BENEFIT PLAN. The next episode will cover: SOCIAL SECURITY, THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN, and GENERAL RETIREMENT INFORMATION. ⁠PDF Edition⁠ Where can I call if I have questions/problems concerning my retirement benefits? The NALC Retirement Office operates…

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David J Grosskopf Jr.(NALC Branch 3 President) 1:11:40

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We sit down with David J Grosskopf Jr and talk about collective action. Please share this with all federal workers .By Next Generation Carriers

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"It's your union, own it." - John Murphy 15:26

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John Murphy on a useless, meaningless rant. Enjoy! Contact Your Senators. Select your State, then it’ll show you your Senators with their office phone number; www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm Contact your House Representatives. Select your State, then it’ll show you your House Rep with their office phone number; ⁠https://www.house.gov/r…

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Wells Fargo Wants to Privatize USPS 1:48:15

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Resources: https://www.savethepostoffice.com/wells-fargo-offers-framework-for-postal-privatization https://truthout.org/articles/wells-fargo-wants-to-privatize-usps-we-should-dismantle-the-mega-bank-instead https://jacobin.com/2025/03/wells-fargo-usps-privatization-trump https://inthesetimes.com/article/wells-fargo-post-office-usps-trump-musk-doge-…

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NALC James Henry[Part 2] 2:22:31

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Current NALC Vice President James Henry is running for the President position of the NALC in 2026. Learn more: www.ConcernedLetterCarriers.comBy Next Generation Carriers

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Ranked Choice Voting 1:25:23

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Greg Dennis; Voter Choice MA: https://voterchoicema.orgBy Next Generation Carriers

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NALC call for special convention 56:18

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DISCLAIMER: Jenna Morin and Stephanie LaGreca asked Next Generation Carriers podcast to publish this meeting online so it can be spread around to other NALC Branch Presidents/Leaders to stay informed and aware of the call to action. Jenna/Stephanie[UPDATE April 23rd 2025]: Here are bullet points from the feedback with the Presidents last night. 1.)…

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"Where do we go from here?" 1:45:30

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Elliot Simmons co-host of ⁠On The Workroom Floor⁠. A podcast where 2 NALC Shop Stewards discuss various topics and share their thoughts, experiences, and helpful information to aid all shop stewards and grow their knowledge base. ⁠Elliot and Renfroe Region 7 Conference Video⁠ Mike Caref, NALC business agent for Illinois and also current ⁠2026 candi…

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Committee of Presidents(April 2025) 2:34:54

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Class Struggle Unionism by Joe Burns - www.haymarketbooks.org/books/1767-class-struggle-unionism Death in the Haymarket by James Green - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/71434/death-in-the-haymarket-by-james-green/9781400033225 Teamster Rebellion by Farrell Dobbs - https://www.pathfinderpress.com/products/teamster-rebellion_by-farrell-dobbs …

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EP1. Round Table of Presidents 2:37:30

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Round Table of Presidents. A reoccurring segment of NALC Branch Presidents sitting down, discussing important issues, and updating the membership on news/events. If you're a Branch President and want to come onto the Round Table of Presidents; send us an email: [email protected] and let us know the Branch and what topics you want to …

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Corey Walton Q&A(Extended Edition) 3:26:49

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“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” ― J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the RingBy Next Generation Carriers

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"Why Pay Union Dues If My Voice Is Being Ignored?!" 16:19

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March 28th 2025. Thoughts and Opinions of John Murphy.By Next Generation Carriers

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President Renfroe Article 10 Charges(3.16.25) 1:12:10

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NALC Business Agent Mike Caref moved forward with Article 10 charges against NALC President Brian Renfroe. Here is the Report(148 pages) that was established detailing the charges; https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x6V-IGqLweKyWl1nIWcGwixDzzss7xOZ/view?fbclid=IwY2xjawJEA01leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHZJCHezDtl0s760sHrmWW-HyosrW0YK11U7ltfU4jfzoDD9TZkqNdGwRQQ_ae…

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Branch 36 Reform Slate(New York City) 1:38:00

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Branch 36(New York City) Reform Slate Candidates/Positions: Carlton - Branch President Brian G. - EV-President Ralfie Feliciano: 2nd Vice President(Financial Secretary) Tayry Vega - 1st Vice President(Treasurer) Other Branch 36 Reform Slate episodes: 1.) https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Yu1X556apVyHDkZ1T1nZh?si=ZjePqcZLTD69deckd681vQ 2.) https://o…

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"We voted it all down. Not just parts of it." 42:28

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James Capone and Chris Persampieri are joined by Paul B. and Ernest G.By Next Generation Carriers

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APWU Members, Fight for Our Future 1:17:33

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Thursday, Feb. 27th APWU President Mark Dimondstein addressed his membership; "USPS Under Threat: APWU Members, Fight for Our Future".By Next Generation Carriers

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[UPDATE] NALC News Feb 26th 1:27:02

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NALC NBA Mike Caref talks about Contract, Privatization, Trump, Arbitration, and other issues. Mike Caref had to cut it short for an emergency NALC executive council meeting which was happening at the same time that we were recording.By Next Generation Carriers

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NALC President Brian Renfroe(Q&A) 2:37:49

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“Let me beg of you, in God's holy name, let the organization be used for the uplifting of the human race, do not use it for the uplifting of yourself. Be true to your manhood; be true to your country; be true to the children yet unborn." ⁃ Mother Jones, July 19, 1902 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - “What does Brian Renfroe listen too?” 01:38 - “What has been…

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"Don't Mourn, Organize!" 1:40:25

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February 21st, 2025 - President Trump to NALC President Brian Renfroe, the workers got sold out. NALC President Brian Renfroe did a restricted virtual meeting with various NALC Branch Presidents, so Next Generation Carriers invited as many Presidents onto our podcast to discuss what happened and moving forward. "Don't mourn, organize!" - This expre…

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"You Can’t Be Neutral on a Moving Train" 1:27:02

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"I didn't have to build a transportation network to deliver the packages. It existed: It was called the post office." - Jeff Bezos, July 2019 Next Generation Carriers and guests are individual union members speaking in a personal capacity and they do not represent the views of the NALC, the United States Postal Service, or any other entity that is …

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February News/Shoutouts 3:04

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The Next Generation Carriers podcast can be found⁠ online⁠ at and on⁠ Youtube⁠ and also on your favorite podcast platform. We want to share an important event that is happening Sunday February 16th and also give a few mentions Build a Fighting NALC is a rank and file reform movement that has an important upcoming⁠ ZOOM MEETING⁠: Sunday, February 16…

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NALC James Henry[Part 1] 1:44:07

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NALC Vice-President James Henry is running for the NALC President position. Please check out James Henry on podcast: - FEDUP with Ron Speakman Episode 37 - From A to Arbitration Episode 190By Next Generation Carriers

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5,000 Grievances a year?! 1:27:02

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Virgilio Goze and C. Moline members of NALC Branch 4716 sat down to talk what Seattle is up to. From filing 5,000 grievances in 2024 to organizing and mobilizing within the general labor movement.By Next Generation Carriers

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NALC Transgender Workplace Rights 40:58

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This content might be very new to workers and might make you feel uncomfortable. Trans people have always been part of the working class. Trans rights are Labor rights. ⁠Stone Butch Blues by Leslie Feinberg(PDF)⁠ An Injury To One, Is An Injury To All.By Next Generation Carriers

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NALC Branch President Paul Boulanger 1:40:38

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NALC Branch 44 President Paul Boulanger sat down and answered a few questions in regards to reforming and rebuilding the NALC. From contract rallies to contract compliance.By Next Generation Carriers

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Part 2: Mike Caref NALC Presidential Candidate(Q&As) 1:52:45

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NBA Mike Caref is running for NALC President. Here is a mix of questions regarding the NBA position and his campaign to be NALC President.By Next Generation Carriers