Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchEpisode 65: JB goes in depth about the grievance procedure/process, CCAs doing rural carrier work, the workhour workload report
This podcast episode focuses on the importance of union stewards and their role in protecting the rights of city letter carriers. JB discusses the grievance procedure, highlighting the different step…
Published on 3 years, 4 months ago
Episode 64: Humbled, Branch 11 'The Beautiful Ones', why I do what I do aka the mechanic, my eviction notice, tidbits and City/Rural disputes
Corey discusses the importance of union stewards, the difficulties of dealing with management, and the ongoing battle between city and rural carriers. He emphasizes the need for education among city …
Published on 3 years, 4 months ago
Episode 63: Midweek surprise. Making sure we are grieving unsafe scanner messages and other tidbits
This episode is a midweek edition focusing on urgent safety concerns. Corey addresses a nationwide scanner message stating "When possible, take approved rest breaks to beat the heat." He strongly urg…
Published on 3 years, 4 months ago
Episode 62: The good, the bad, the ugly. M-01983
This episode delves into a lengthy discussion of the M-01983 memo, which outlines the Technology Integrated Alternate Route Evaluation and Adjustment Process (TIEREAP). Corey begins by addressing lis…
Published on 3 years, 4 months ago
Episode 61: I know what you did. Discussing the new memos. M-1982 M-1984
This episode delves into Corey's response to new USPS memos (M-01982 and M-01984) concerning route adjustments, connecting it to a past grievance experience. Corey recounts a previous grievance where…
Published on 3 years, 5 months ago
Episode 60: A tainch of encouragement and dealing with management's constant violations of the 12- and 60-hour rule. Let's think outside the box here
Corey is discussing the 12 and 60-hour rule and how management is attempting to abuse it using new memos and the PET (Performance Engagement Tool) system. He stresses that the rule is absolute and th…
Published on 3 years, 5 months ago
Episode 59: 1 year anniversary baby!! Dealing with PET. Making sure we are prepared to battle Management when they use PET
Corey celebrates the one-year anniversary of their podcast, "From A to Arbitration," which focuses on educating letter carriers about their rights. They express gratitude to their guests and those wh…
Published on 3 years, 5 months ago
Episode 58: A conglomeration of route protection wonderfulness. Making sure we are getting every second we are due.
This episode focuses on route protection for letter carriers, specifically regarding the new scanners and the time standards associated with them. Corey discusses a PowerPoint presentation created …
Published on 3 years, 5 months ago
Episode 57: The power of the 8190, the fangs of the jackal. Protecting our routes and other assorted goodies.
This episode focuses on protecting routes, addressing concerns about a new scanner's performance and potential issues with timekeeping and delivery accuracy. Corey emphasizes the importance of shop s…
Published on 3 years, 6 months ago
Episode 56: The rooster and the hens. Defeating the charge of AWOL on a non-scheduled day.
This episode focuses on the issue of being charged with AWOL (Absent Without Leave) on a non-scheduled day. Corey explains that this is an impossible situation because you cannot be charged with AWOL…
Published on 3 years, 6 months ago