Big Rich

Hot House with Richie Ray

"Hothouse with Richie Ray” delves into the world of a city letter carrier, exploring the challenges and workplace issues that affect carriers. Richie educates both carriers and stewards, shedding light on the grievance process and the importance of union solidarity. Drawing inspiration from NALC members and podcasts like “From A to Arbitration,” “FedUp,” and “Classes Of Mail,” this show is a must-listen for those wanting a deeper understanding of the postal service and labor rights. Contact: hothousewithrichieray@gmail.com

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Big Rich

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Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 71: one year on my Podcast edition with William Kriebel 28.08.2025

This is a very special episode, a first anniversary talkingshop with Branch President Bill Kriebel of 254.

Episode 70: Mental Health 02.08.2025

this is an episode going over mental health with my Brothers Chris Reed, Branch 5516, and Walter McGregory, Branch 2184. this episode goes over mental health

Episode 69: questions and answers with Joshua Shrum from Branch 4374 19.07.2025

This is a must-listen to with Joshua Shrum running for VicePresident of Branch 4374, who was asked questions and answered them all. Come and listen and see for yourself. Joshua answered all questions. Check out www.hothousewithrichieray.com

Episode 68: Enforcing Heat Safety at USPS 17.07.2025

All Star Cast with National Safety Officer Manny Peralta. This episode is shared on all the podcasts because it is extremely important. Please listen great educational episode.

Episode 67: Marc Mancini Branch 84 12.07.2025

Please check out this rally announcement. Brother Mar and Iwill discuss some important issues; please join Branch 84 for their rally onSunday. For questions for Josh, please email hothousewithrichieray@gmail.com Please to donate or buy a t-shirt, please go tohothousewithrichieray.com

Episode 66: Article 8 Discussion 09.07.2025

Walter McGregory, Bill Kriebel, and I discuss the new provisions of Article 8 and ask and answer questions regarding the new Article 8. This episode was strictlyabout Article 8. Branch 84 Rally: Pittsburgh Enough is Enough Rally at the Branch 84 Union Hall on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Please attend if you can; it's for a very good cause.

Episode 65: Staten Island crew Jeremy Nieves, Hector Nieves and Jonathan Rodriguez 05.07.2025

We were at the New York State Convention, decided to turn on the tape recorder to discuss where we all started and what we all did, and just had fun. The OG Hector Narvaez and Jeremy Nieves, the original, and Jonathan Rodriguez, we had a good time. I think you all enjoyed this episode.

Episode 64: Branch 1100 Anita Pry 28.06.2025

In this episode, Anita and I touch on many subjects. It was a pleasure speaking with her.

Episode 63: Just what is on my mind 21.06.2025

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Episode 62: Branch 4016 Kenneth Pratt and Sarah Karkowski speak about the PAC fund 14.06.2025

This episode is very important for all to listen to. We needto give $1 a paycheck to the PAC to help protect us all. Please listen, thank you to Kenneth Pratt and Sarah Karkowski for joining me on my podcast.

Episode 61: Discussing what is NBA and what I will do as NBA 11.06.2025

So, what is the NBA? I try to break down what is NationalBusiness Agent We discuss how the Union works. The Union Runs on Dues. NALC is Democracy at work. NALC Structure. Discusses the Branches and how they work. State Associations: how they work and their purpose. NBA Regions: how they work, what they've done. We discuss what I need to do, what I want to do, and what has to be done regarding...

Episode 60: Fed Up with Ron Speakman joins me in a deep conversation 07.06.2025

During this episode, we discuss Ron Speakman’s podcast, what he does behind the scenes, and what is to come with FED UP. We discuss many topics, like mental health, we discuss death on the job, what is broken with OWCP, andwhat needs to be fixed. We covered many other topics, but we kind of just went here and there. It was a great Sunday conversation with two friends, two brothers. Fed Up email: 1...

Episode 59: Walter McGregory and William Kriebel discuss heat and the Hot summer with Richie Ray, and conclude the episode with some Heat Reading. 31.05.2025

Discussion with Brother Walter McGregory and Bill Kriebel,focusing on heat, with just three carriers discussing the summer and what needsto be done to protect oneself from the heat, as well as how to prevent anyserious harm. Putting you first, remember not just for you but for your familyas well. Like Richie Ray says, “Respect Mother Nature,” “know your body”. This episodeis very important to list...

Episode 58: Joint Statement/Mutual Respect 24.05.2025

www.hothousewithrichieray.com Dealing with a Confrontational Supervisor. Obligation toreact promptly. Went over abusive forms for carrier, steward and branch officers. Each grievance regarding violence in the workplace should contain the followinginformation this was discussed. How do you define intimidation in theworkplace? Physical Intimidation. Unwanted touching. An atmosphere ofintimidation. D...

Episode 57: NALC / call special convention – National Zoom Meeting 22.05.2025

Must Listen Nationwide Zoom Meeting on 5/22/2025 regarding NALC call for a special Meeting.

Episode 56: Jenna Morin / Stephanie LaGreca Discuss Thursday Night Nationwide Zoom Meeting NALC call for special convention 21.05.2025

Please listen to this discussion. Excellent, I have much respectfor my sisters. This was fun as always, talking to them. Please buy a Hot Houset-shirt at www.hothousewithrichieray.com Please buy a raffle ticket on www.hothousewithrichieray.comfrom Venmo   Nationwide Zoom meeting, NALC call for special convention,link to register When: May 22, 2025, 08:00 PM Eastern Time Register in advance for thi...

Episode 55: Eric Ellis Branch 231 17.05.2025

During this episode, Eric Ellis gets lost in the cloudsomewhere, but then he comes back. Please listen to this very interesting conversation.

Episode 54: Joint Statement / Mutual Respect. We get into some business 10.05.2025

Hothousewithrichieray.com has got its store up, and we have T-shirts and Hats available. Please support me; all the money I collect will go towards my campaign for NBA Region 15. My raffle tickets for sale, please buy $10.- raffle First Prize $1,000.00, Second Prize $500.00   , Third Prize $250.00 Drawing is on December 3, I will call this off on my PODCAST You can get your raffles by paying me on...

Episode 53: Letter to Presidents and Agenda Plan for NBA Region 15 03.05.2025

In this Episode, my Brother, Former Branch 4006 President David San Augustine, is dealing with encephalopathy and needs annual leave. Please donate. You can contact Wife Laura Cruz at 805-302-3366 for more details. One of us needs help, please help our Brother. Brookfield Uniforms. Please contact John at 718-872-2143 or email him at john9056@aol.com house cleaning and I discussed my letter to the...

Episode 52: Discussion with Branch 44 President Paul Boulanger 26.04.2025

This discussion was about who Paul is, discussed his website, and about grievance starters. The discussion moved to the national grievance starters and what needs to be done. We discussed the previous COP experience and what it was like. We also discussed how we both met. We started to discuss the special meeting and the resolutions that need to be discussed for this special meeting, it's about th...

Episode 51: Zoom Meeting being called Request Special Meeting 19.04.2025

In this episode, I have special guests Stephanie LaGreca from Branch 370 and Branch President Jenna Maxine Morin join me to discuss “Request for Special Meeting under Article 3, Section 2 of the NALC Constitution,” hosting a Zoom meeting on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 with presidents regarding the issue that was discussed. To get the register, please click https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/FvIy...

Episode 50: Red Dot 08.04.2025

Discussing the reason why i could not go to the mic at the COP and I was old "Fuck the Red Dot I got my microphone" So here it is. I discuss with the membership that we need each other more now than ever before. Please listen and look into my eyes; we have to stand as one.

Episode 49: CLC Edition Hot House Takeover NBA Region 6 Candidate Walter McGregory 05.04.2025

I went over many topics and had many thoughts, but the best part of this episode was the Hot House Takeover from Region 12 Candidate Bill Kriebel, my co-host, talking with Branch 2184 President Walter McGregory. In this conversation, the three NBAs on the ticket currently for CLC 2026 discuss with Walter McGregory. During this discussion, we spoke about Brother Walt's background. He spoke abou...

Episode 48: CLC Edition CLC Member Raquel “Rocky” Acasio from Branch 70 02.04.2025

This conversation was authentic. Rocky speaks from the heart about what is happening and how it will be fixed. Speaks about our Brother, the wolf James Henry, and the importance of staying strong and channeling our emotions and being the difference for a brighter future. Must listen. https://concernedlettercarriers.com/donate/

Episode 47: CLC Edition President of Branch 842 Ethel Bibbs 29.03.2025

In this conversation President Bibbs spoke about her background and her family including her feelings about the current state of the NALC we also talked about the CLC and James “Wolf” Henry, the type of man he is, and the leader he will be for our Union. We just had a heart-to-heart talk with Sister and Brother speaking. You will enjoy this conversation. All links are provided please donate to the...

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