Hot House with Richie Ray

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2023 National Agreement Nolan Award

We spoke about the CLC and the current state of our union and what needs to be done. Listening to Anita's background, her goals for the NALC, and her opinion on the CLC gives hope to not only shop stewards but all Letter Carriers and the NALC itself. This interview was not long but it was blunt right to the point and I enjoyed being part of this interview the best interview I had yet. Listen i...

In this episode, I speak about many topics, most of all discussing some hot topics and personal topics. T-Shirts are in for the Hot House With Richie Ray, please get you t-shirt. You can email me at hothousewithrichieray@gmail.com to get your t-shirt. My Venmo is https://venmo.com/u/Richard-Ray-183 Check out www.branch41.org and https://concernedlettercarriers.com/

There is nothing to explain I just needed to get this off my chest. Just so disappointed

Brian Gutierrez, Tayry Vega, and the Legend John Mooney discuss their agenda for taking over Branch 36 and the current state of our National and Local Unions. Carriers are going to come first. This conversation was fun, and you all will enjoy it. Make sure that all Branch 36 Members GO VOTE. your vote matters: “Time For Change”

Discussed OWCP training experiences and knowledge is power, Ron Speakman spoke about his Podcast FED-UP. The conversation turned to Bill discussing branch bashing for Bill to come to speak with the members. This conversation was more freestyle than planned. The discussion turned to Ron speaking about why Bill and Richie in his opinion as NBAs for Region 12 or 15. Spoke about the National Agreement...

This Discussion was about who Elijah is, where he came from what he does in his Branch the challenges of being a shop steward talked about his learning curve filing grievances. Discussed many other topics fun topics and the perfect workroom floor. The question was why the union and why did you step up? We also discussed our concerns about the National Union and we went into the 5 steps that all St...

In this episode, I discuss my Mission Statement, agenda, and closing for my run as NBA for Region 15. We need to stand as one, and we need fighters in these positions so our members and Branch leaders have backup. I will be talking more about my agenda in the future but this episode is all about me discussing my plans my ideas and letting the carrier world in Region 15 that I will be running for N...

We discussed topics like experiences of Formal Step A. Jenna's experience at the Leadership Academy graduate of class 29. Shout out to Ralph. Discussed toxic/hostile working environments. We discussed the upcoming Nationwide Steward meeting that we both going to run together. Mental Health was a hot topic and a great discussion. We got a little deep in the end. You will enjoy this conversation...

The round table talk was regarding the no vote and many other hot topics. https://www.hothousewithrichieray.com/episodes https://concernedlettercarriers.com/

https://www.nalc.org/member-benefits/benefits-for-members/ccas-and-on-the-job-injuries osha.gov/whistleblower/WBComplaint.html 202-693-2199

The Discussion started with the New Employee Experience, Retention, and Mentoring Program. Then, we discussed other things—just two Brothers chatting over a cup of coffee. We closed out this episode by discussing mental health and EAP. Link to Fed Up with Ron Speakman regarding mental health. https://open.spotify.com/episode/2TArJWvSWkMW2GIgcRHXBN?si=YdTblvgNS_eeLMhHM8hceA

Overview of what we will be going over, what is bullying? Definition/Core Elements. Psychological Harm/Injuries. What is not bullying? Examples of bullying. Common mistakes in the grievance process. Documentation necessary in a grievance file. Joint Statement/Arbitrations. Helpful cites/regulations. Remedies/Arbitrations. Prevention strategies. Concerted actions by members. https://workplacebullyi...

Going over slide show what is a steward. And starting a tradition called General Meetings going over certain items for carriers and stewards

You can decide this information I spoke about is public records and I got this information on public website. https://openpayrolls.com/rank/highest-paid-employees/united-states-postal-service

Sunday coffee conversation with President Bill Kriebel discussed the experiences of OWCP and Formal A Beyond Training. We spoke about the CLC, its importance, and what it means. We discussed issues within the union, picking people for Leadership, and our thoughts on the current state of our National Union and what we think needs to be fixed. These two topics were very interesting, even though we w...

Discussed the CCA Experience, discussion on the CCA Corner, who they are talking to, and what they want the goal to be regarding the CCA Corner. Discussed Episode Ideas of what is coming. You do not want to miss out on this one. Great group of people.

We​ discussed why we got involved in the Union, the importance of Grievances and PDIs, the first 14 days of the Informal Step A investigating and request for information, note taking during PDIs and InFormal A, including Formal A, and setting up grievance files. Jeremy, you are the Formal A representative. You speak about the perfect grievance file. The most important part of our conversation was...

Venting and praying for standing as one. https://www.youtube.com/live/TZGcTnEh3wc?si=5eAFD2TXYn5JPGNu https://open.spotify.com/show/4suq4ZBQcT4kBCZz7AqUSM?si=vlFBpAE4RrKD45-gbiCATA

Discussed Brother Misael Guzman training he shared with me for all of you. Personal Camera should not be used bye management. Discussed Defenses of Discipline Article 16.7. Discussed training for supervisors: Duty to Provide Information EL-921 Supervisors Guide to handle Grievances. And discussed how to write an argument quickly just ask yourself these questions. And please don’t forget to let my...

We discuss DOIS history and the fact it’s not part of our contract. 3996 and 1571. Understand workhour/workload (all routes discussing TAC Everything reports. This episode for stewards and all carriers. https://youtu.be/TiwdLg4RVN4?si=2xfmM8oPojmJOZ8W https://youtu.be/33ZTq5iR_CU?si=Dqpbpprj5AOlTG0J https://www.nalc.org/workplace-issues/resources/proposed-2023-2026-national-agreement-between-nalc-...

Repeat lesson but worth repeating. Building Better Grievance Files. Writing Effective Statements. Tips Writing Effective Statements. Please check out the links. Please join us In Brooklyn December 15 at 2262 Bath Ave click on the link to register https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnHR4Y3ehNenWzrcycle1HskNILE0X-X92TQcaLaMswSJ9hg/viewform Check out a must see “More Perfect Union” https://you...

To update your membership mailing list with national 202-662-2836 / Bad Mouth Morris organizing rally contact him at Jonathan. Mach.morris@gmail.com / keep an eye out on Fed Up interview with Branch President of 254 Bill Krievel / we discuss in this episode “Darkness, safety, and you” / discuss a thank you and great appreciation to people showing me love. We discuss Abusive Supervisors, Hostile wo...

Discussed CLC Zoom meeting on November 24, 2024. The next subject of steward guide discussion of Article 8. Forced Overtime/ 12-60 violations/ 12.5 hour violations. Discussion on overtime tracking Equitably. Then Failure to Comply 15.3.A. Grievance Flow Chart/ Tips for writing Effective Statements/ M-01517/ Potter letter/ DeJoy letter/ M-01242 and Discussion on Overtime, Staffing and Simultaneous...