Hot House with Richie Ray

Today’s episode is for letter carriers. Not supervisors. Not management. Not everyone thinks this job is easy. This episode is about the  mental weight of carrying mail every single day —because we don’t just carry letters. We carry pressure. We carry stress. We carry fear, anger, exhaustion, and silence. We break down what a  letter carrier's mental struggle actually looks like  behind the scanne...

In this episode, today we’re talking about staffing, Article 8 abuse, the uniform crisis, mutual respect on the workroom floor, stationary events, and now delayed mail, and a public that’s being turned against us. And we’re asking the hardest question of all: When will the National Association of Letter Carriers stand up for the letter carrier, not the Service? Because if we lose the public’s trus...

This episode is a deeply personal conversation with Brother Paul Cobb, who was not only part of the movement but also the host’s protector, teacher, and mentor. Their relationship was mutually mentoring, and that shared bond shapes the entire discussion. The episode centers on: The power of unions The importance of carrier (worker) solidarity Honoring and preserving the legacy of those who struggl...

donated leave for Brother Robert Yauch, former Staten Island shop steward and Branch Officer for Branch 99 and Branch 41.Brother Yauch is currently in New York District 1 and needs your help. If anyone can donate 8 hours , it would be greatly appreciated. LSP #: 26-4B-100-0562 Podcast – Submit Your Questions Please submit your questions to questionsonpodcast@gmail.com for the upcoming interviews:...

donated leave for Brother Robert Yauch, formerStaten Island shop steward and Branch Officer for Branch 99 and Branch 41. Brother Yauch is currently in New York District 1 and needs your help. If anyone can donate 8 hours , it would be greatly appreciated. LSP #: 26-4B-100-0562 Podcast – Submit Your Questions Please submit your questions to questionsonpodcast@gmail.com for the upcoming interviews:...

During this episode, I try to help the carrier who needs it;we discuss workplace conflict. EEO, we also discuss what not to do and what to do. An important reality, we go over so many topics related to this one issue that leaves everyone in confusion about what to do. This should provide the carrier with the tools to resolve this issue, as they face no relief or remedy. Hot House with Richie Ray i...

In this episode, I pose Joshua Shrum with numerouschallenging questions. In this interview, we dive right into it, and we discuss many issues that letter carriers face day in and day out. For once, we have Joshua being questioned under an investigative interview lol. Anyone wishing to come on my show, please email hothousewithrichieray@gmail.com, email me your name, your tittle and the subject you...

I am very pleased to announce a series of upcominginterviews with candidates running on the CLC ticket as part of my podcast series. I invite all members and listeners to submit questions for these interviews, ensuring each question is directed to a specific candidate. When submitting questions, kindly adhere to the deadlines listed below and clearly specify the candidates to whom each question is...

Brothers and Sisters, We discussed donated leave for Brother Robert Yauch,former Staten Island shop steward and Branch Officer for Branch 99 and Branch 41. Brother Yauch is currently in New York District 1 and needs your help. If anyone is able to donate 8 hours , it would be greatly appreciated. LSP #: 26-4B-100-0562 Podcast – Submit Your Questions Please submit your questions to questionsonpodca...

In this episode, it's a fast-paced episode where we discuss Article 41.3.E of the National Agreement. Just an idea

donations of annual leave for New York 1 District carriersthat can donate annual leave to Brother Robert Yauch. You can email me for the flyer at Hothousewithrichieray@gmail.com LSP # 26-4B-100-0562 Please, everyone who can help, this will be a blessing formy brother, my friend, your fellow carrier, Robert Yauch In this episode, I have a very special guest, Mena Aziz, whogoes over his creation of...

During this episode, I had a discussion with the hosts of the“Beyond the Satchel” Podcast, where we discussed the importance of the PAC fund. Given just one dollar every paycheck, it is very important. This is a great crew that I spoke with; these two people arevery unique and special to the NALC and all letter carriers. A must listen: Also, as discussed in the intro, brother Robert Yauch, formers...

with Brothers Bill Kriebel and Walter McGregory In this episode, Brothers Walt McGregory, Bill Kriebel, and I go over Just Cause and Defenses to Discipline. We start with Just Cause-Article 16. We  GrieveTrac:  Your Comprehensive Grievance Tracking System Streamline Your Grievance Management Process GrieveTrac is an innovative Grievance Tracking System designed to simplify and optimize the managem...

This is the last time I will bespeaking about this, just clearing the air and getting this off my chest. https://www.grievetrac.com/

First, we start off with the NALC currently, any better than management at this point, or maybe worse. The truthbehind firing our RRAs, Debbie Dixon and Orlando Gonzalez, and the disappointment that I have with our National President. We go into a discussion of Sick Leave before and after the holiday. Some understand how this works as per Article11.6 of the National Agreement and the ELM. Discussi...

Discussion on my current situation, some good news, and being blessed for this holiday season. Just shooting thebreeze and keeping it real. Happy holidays to everyone, and a happy New Year. I love you all.  https://www.greivetrac.com/

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Branch 14 President Jarrett Sims from Louisville, Kentucky, joins the hot house. This conversation is a good one, you will enjoy. To get your hot house with Richie Ray Coffee Mug, Venmo me 20$ with your name and address this includes s&h https://venmo.com/u/Richard-Ray-183 to get your hothouse t-shirt, go to hothousewithrichieray.com and order your t-shirt. to get your grievetrac. Please check...

In this episode, we discuss branch finances and the importance of the financial aspect of running a branch. Roundtable discussion: Kriebel Corner takes over the hot seat with this important episode, a must-listen. to buy your HotHouse Coffee Mug $20.- a mug, this includes s&h https://venmo.com/u/Richard-Ray-183

mistake was made here is the interview with Elijah

during this chat with Brother Rafael Ortiz from Branch 1071and Nate Markovich from Branch 343, we discussed their experience from Formal A and Beyond and other topics. This is a great conversation between three brothers

In this informative and engaging episode, Branch 254 Bill Kriebel and Branch 2184 President Walt McGregory come together to discuss Branch Election Procedures . This is a particularly exciting episode as it serves as both a learning opportunity and a leadership moment, aimed at educating new branch presidents and incoming officers. Whether you're newly elected or simply want to betterunderstan...

Conversation with Brother Bill Kriebel also with Sister Stephanie ZLaGreca, Brother Keith Slusaw and flavor Ray. This conversation is after the meet and greet in Atlantic City New Jersey. This is the inner circle of the Bill Kriebel and Rich Ray camp.

During this conversation, Rob and I touch on many topics. We go over many very interesting things. Rob is the candidatefor the CLC slate running for NALC DIRECTOR OF CITY DELIVERY. Rob Kosier is from Branch 2 in Milwaukee, WI. Thisbrother is a great union leader and one of the best out there. You will enjoy this episode.