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Back to SearchMichael and I Will Keep Fighting
Season 5 Episode 35
Michael and I go over some victories we've achieved lately, and talk about what our future holds.
1 year, 1 month ago
The Actual Arbitrator's Decision
Season 5 Episode 34
In today's episode, I read the actual decision of Arbitrator Nolan. He goes over the arguments that were made on both sides, which is pretty enlighte…
1 year, 1 month ago
We Have a New Contract
Season 5 Episode 33
Arbitrator Nolan issued his decision today, and it's binding, so that means we have a new contract. I'll read the NALC's article on the agreement, an…
1 year, 1 month ago
Carrier Academy continued - Safety and the JSOV
Season 5 Episode 32
We're getting back to education here, and continuing on with the Carrier Academy. In today's episode, we go over the basics of using your scanner as…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Big Meeting
Season 5 Episode 31
This is the conclusion to Michaels and my efforts to bring our branch officers into compliance with our Bylaws, the Constitution, and the election ru…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Forces of Change in Branch 36
Season 5 Episode 30
I am again joined by Carlton Pinto and Brian Gutierrez of Branch 36 in New York City. They talk about what it takes to run for office, and why it's s…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Will of the Branch, the Voice of the Branch, and the Good Ol' Boys Who Disrespect Them
Season 5 Episode 29
The NALC gives great deference to the will of the Branch, and ensures that its members have the final word at the Branch level. Further, any appeals …
1 year, 2 months ago
A Contract Is Only As Good As Its Enforcement Mechanisms
Season 5 Episode 28
A contract is only as good as its enforcement mechanisms. Abiding by the contract needs to be easier than breaking the contract. Michael joins me to …
1 year, 2 months ago
Brian Renfroe's Visit with Next Generation Carriers
Season 5 Episode 27
On this episode, Michael and I give our reaction to Renfroe's Zoom meeting with Next Generation Carriers. We highly recommend you download it. Here's…
1 year, 2 months ago
An unscripted chat with Michael Brasaemle
Season 5 Episode 26
Michael stopped in for a chat. This episode was recorded BEFORE the big news about expedited arbitration.
1 year, 2 months ago