Members of Branch 458

NALC Branch 458

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Members of Branch 458

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May 30, 2026

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Episodes

June Sooner Script and Special Route Inspections - 271-G 30.05.2026

This episode discusses the June edition of the Sooner Script Newsletter with important safety topics, a new learning platform introduced by NALC, and memoriam of members who have passed. Additionally, the important topic of Special Route Inspections via M-39 section 271-G. How can Carriers use a Special Route Inspection to their advantage? Branch 458 website - https://nalcbranch458.com/ Postal Rec...

2026 - Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive 03.05.2026

Donate by clicking this link -  https://feedok.regionalfoodbank.org/p/soh26?fbclid=IwY2xjawRkgShleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETE4V29vSFhRaUwyQnJCVWlJc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgOxUo4PgHqsUOtecIEmnxwOvIMxEvK_ogrP7atZfPIqleqFQoeo0dGNLsFA_aem_r6Ny0HGUErIIhnrPJBUJcg Earlier Episode with Food drive Tips here - https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-4qnrk-15eddef If you have questions, suggestions, or comm...

Temporary Suspension of FERS contributions - info 11.04.2026

458podcast@gmail.com Here is the link to the Q&As read during this episode chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://about.usps.com/newsroom/fers-faq-talking-points.pdf NALC statement - https://nalc.org/news/nalc-updates/nalc-statement-on-uspss-temporary-suspension-of-fers-contributions as always, if there is a topic or suggestion you would like discussed in a future episode,...

Episode 3 - Anatomy of a grievance, Article 16 - just cause principals 17.11.2025

NEW STEWARDS!!!   Are you looking to increase your knowledge, confidence, and be the best prepared/equipped steward there is? If so, this is the episode for you!   Please send any questions or comments to 458Podcast@gmail.com  

Back to the Basics 30.07.2025

In this episode we discuss the basics of maintaining a route for CCAs on a long term hold down/Opt, a newly converted regular, or even a senior carrier that wants to get back to the basics. sometimes we can all learn something getting back to the basics. --Edit book episode -- https://nalcbranch458.podbean.com/e/edit-book-education/ --Route count and inspection episode -- https://nalcbranch458.pod...

Episode 2 - Anatomy of a grievance, The Information Request & Working the Grievance 23.07.2025

NEW STEWARDS!!!   are you looking to increase your knowledge, confidence, and be the best prepared/equipped steward there is? if so, this is the episode for you! Please send any questions or comments to 458podcast@gmail.com

Episode 1 - Anatomy of a grievance, the investigative interview 26.06.2025

NEW STEWARDS!!!   are you looking to increase your knowledge, confidence, and be the best prepared/equipped steward there is? if so, this is the episode for you! Please send any questions or comments to 458podcast@gmail.com  

July 1 implementation MOUs M-2009 19.06.2025

Eric Robinson (E-Rob) and Casey Ritchie discuss the Overtime Desired Lists (ODLs) and the New Employee Experience Retention and Mentoring Program (NEERMP).  Click here to see the National Agreement and the M-2009 MOU- https://www.nalc.org/news/nalc-updates/2023-2026-national-agreement-and-implementation-mou-released reach out with any comments or suggestions for future episodes at 458podcast@gmail...

Mutual Benefits Association - Veronica Ramirez 29.05.2025

Veronica from branch 2810 gives us a brief history of the MBA and discusses a few of the plans that it offers to NALC members and their families.  send any comments or questions to 458podcast@gmail.com click here to watch on youtube - https://youtu.be/tLBi49CuB6g  

Seatbelts, safety and attendance 10.05.2025

EL-814 - chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.nalc.org/workplace-issues/resources/body/Handbook-EL-814-Postal-Employees-Guide-to-Safety-July-2020.pdf M-41 - chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://www.nalc.org/workplace-issues/resources/body/M-41-City-Delivery-Carriers-Duties-and-Responsibilities-June-2019.pdf please email 458podcast@gmail.com with an...

Legislative Landslide - Marta Witten 26.04.2025

Marta Witten from Branch 143 in Findlay, OH shares the legislative struggles that the NALC had to push through to get collective bargaining.  Watch on Youtube here - https://youtu.be/KXNBoEEjpVo join our facebook page: https://m.facebook.com/61559180401195/ send comments, questions, and or any suggestions for future episodes to 458podcast@gmail.com

HELL NO!!! ...and TSP 16.03.2025

www. TSP.gov www.tsp.gov/tsp-basics/    

Feb & March newsletter 20.01.2025

458podcast@gmail.com Please send in any comments, questions, or suggestions for future episodes. Thank you!

Edit book education 31.12.2024

NALC Branch 458 Vice President Eric Beu speaks about edit books and how to properly maintain them. Send any comments, questions, or podcast ideas to 458podcast@gmail.com  

Safety and vehicle safety check 13.12.2024

Expanded vehicle safety check - https://www.nalc.org/workplace-issues/body/1975-02-Notice-76-from-M-41-2001.pdf please send any comments or suggestions to -  458podcast@gmail.com  

Holiday Leave Exchange and Annual Leave Draw 05.12.2024

Article about Holiday leave exchange- https://www.nalc.org/news/the-postal-record/2021/june-2021/document/CT.pdf Link to the JCAM- https://www.nalc.org/workplace-issues/body/2022-JCAM.pdf Please contact 458podcast@gmail.com with any questions or comments. 

Thanksgiving Special, December Newsletter 28.11.2024

Here is a link to enroll for PSHB, click on the link for postal workers and follow the prompts, Open enrollment closes on Dec. 9th.  www.opm.gov Penalty exclusion period is November 30 - December 27 as always, comment or send any questions to 458podcast@gmail.com    

Update from the Region 4 RAP Session 14.10.2024

Members Eric Beu, Eric Robinson, and Casey Ritchie discuss updates from the Region 4 RAP session have an idea for an episode? E-mail 458Podcast@gmail.com

Health Benefits, open enrollment, and the NALC Health Benefits Plan with NALC Director of Health Benefits Stephanie Stewart 08.10.2024

As information comes out and becomes available it will be posted here.  !!!NEW INFORMATION!!!       -here is the comparison tool link https://www.opm.gov/.../plan-information/compare-plans/       -go to www.login.gov to create an account that is required to enroll this enrollment period NALC Health Benefits Program website- www. NALCHBP.org NALC Health Benefits plan phone number- 888-636-NALC (625...

October newsletter 05.10.2024

458podcast@gmail.com health plan information- https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insurance/healthcare/plan-information/premiums/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFtjsxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHVGJudoMT4_zcl2p7DELEWchWkv3HDdBt2A-_fwYUA1GHQtSkk6J7oqfpQ_aem_fv1gJqIi9BZ_-aM9BtRivQ automatic enrollment from OPM (please consider enrolling yourself to verify your enrolling in the plan you want) - https://www.opm.gov/healthcare-insura...

TSP, Service, and 3996s with E-rob and Casey 14.09.2024

Members Casey Ritchie and Eric Robinson discuss TSP scams, providing exceptional service and the importance of 3996's Visit this link to view handbooks and manuals discussed in this episode https://www.nalc.org/workplace-issues/resources/usps-handbooks-and-manuals 458podcast@gmail.com  

September Newsletter 10.09.2024

458podcast@gmail.com www. NALCbranch458.com I hope to see everyone at the route adjustment training this week!  

Route count and inspection (RCI) - with an Honorable guest 01.09.2024

guide for route inspections - https://www.nalc.org/workplace-issues/city-delivery/body/2018-NALC-Guide-to-Route-Inspections.pdf there will be a class at the Union hall on Sept. 11th at 6:00 for anyone interested in protecting their route! please come! please send any questions or episode suggestions to- 458podcast@gmail.com  

A word from our delegates to the National Convention 20.08.2024

Here you can find information discussed in this episode and more from the convention including videos (I highly recommend watching these), photos, and many more details https://www.nalc.org/union-administration/nalc-convention/2024-boston-convention If you have any questions for the Delegates please send them to 458podcast@gmail.com      

August news letter 15.08.2024

PLEASE LOOK OUT FOR A EPISODE ON THE CONVENTION COMING VERY SOON!   zoom link for branch meetings- https://us02web.zoom.us/j/456984515?pwd=S1FDVmpBeWtMeThVTmFOMktaUkJTZz09#success

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