Parcels of Knowledge

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we discuss escalating remedies and how to handle non-compliance.

In today's episode of Parcels of Knowledge we cover the protocol and/or options one must understand when they do not receive a paycheck they did not receive from management, and they need that money now. Remember that a "No" from a supervisor isn't the end of the road—it’s just the beginning of a grievance for a violation of the National Agreement.  click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge Here is the gofundme that was mentioned for my podcast activities at the LA convention this year https://gofund.me/8ef5a49a8  

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about 3 skills that would strengthen any leader in your branch, whether you are a branch officer, steward, or just a city carrier that would like to lead by example within your own installation.  If you would like to contribute to my journey to my first NALC Convention check out the link below:  https://gofund.me/08f05b3d6 Also if you want to be a Patreon member check out the link below: https://patreon.com/ParcelsOfKnowledge    

Today we have an interview with Ryan Akers who is a city letter carrier who knows his rights.

Today we have a surprise interview with Presidential Candidate Mike Caref where I asked listeners if they had any questions for him and he asked every one of them. Is he worth it for your vote? you decide.

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we join Lino Miranda and talk about this undelivered mail issue, and how it is potentially in violation of the united states conflict of interest laws.

On this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about Greg Rowe, and his new podcast that is an incredible gem. You can find it on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and any other major platform. Please check it out at the link below: https://open.spotify.com/show/0wwAntsGRoJX6aGcwEXLMF?si=419749fd1f7d461f

Today we have John Cruz on to talk about his candidacy for National Trustee, tell me what you think, is he worthy to have your vote?

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about how sexy grievance maintenance is, and dont forget to cross reference this episode with my prior episodes 32, and 33, and the Youtube video I just now posted.  On Saturday we will be having John Cruz on for his candidacy for NALC National Trustee under the CLC Slate. We welcome you to submit any and all questions you would like to ask to [email protected]. I will be asking every question submitted.  Click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

In this episode of Parcels Of Knowledge we talk about management's new trend of recording each instance of overtime they don't like as unauthorized, and how to fight it.    On Saturday we will be having John Cruz on for his candidacy for NALC National Trustee under the CLC Slate. We welcome you to submit any and all questions you would like to ask to [email protected]. I will be asking every question submitted. 

Today we sit with Christopher Reed to talk about his run for Region 1 NBA. Is he worthy of becoming the next NBA of Region 1? You decide.

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about The OIG giving us an early Christmas Gift, our Undelivered Mail grievance template, and Filing for when supervisors give up their independent authority to settle grievances at Informal A.  Dont forget to submit questions to me for CLC AFLCIO delegate candidate Ethel Bibbs, submit the questions to me at [email protected] Check out our website at www.parcelsofknowledge.com Click here to support the podcast wwww.patreon.com/parcelfsofknowledge

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about the various modes of delivery, the services inclination to change mode of delivery, and the customers rights in terms of retaining their right to a box at their house, or capitulating to being subject to having a CBU they have to walk to. The question is could they let you walk to their box, or do they have to walk to their box. The Postal Operations Manual has the answer.  Dont forget to submit questions to me for CLC AFLCIO delegate candidate Ethel Bibbs, submit the questions to me at [email protected] click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

Today on Parcels of Knowledge we interview Rob Kosier, CLC candidate for Director Of City Delivery. Does he have what it takes to be our next Director of City Delivery? You decide. 

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we cover how to increase your evaluated office time during a route count and inspection.  Don't forget to submit questions to me for City Delivery Director Candidate Rob Kosier by or before this Saturday, please send them to [email protected].

In this episode we go over using the ELM against management since they usually use this tool against us, its time we finally do the same.  Don't forget to submit questions to me for City Delivery Director Candidate Rob Kosier by or before this Saturday, please send them to [email protected].  Click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about a city carrier's legal rights during criminal investigations and what the difference is between Miranda, Garrity and Kalkines.  Don't forget to send questions to me for Lloyd Doucet candidate for National AFL-CIO Delegate, send them to my email at [email protected] click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we go over how to enforce a rarely enforced protection that could be pivotal in increasing the number of routes at your station.  Don't forget to send questions to me for Lloyd Doucet candidate for National AFL-CIO Delegate, send them to my email at [email protected] 

Today on Parcels of Knowledge we ask Howard Komine questions submitted by the listeners about his candidacy for NALC National Trustee. 

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we itemize and identify particular defenses.  Don't forget we have Howard Komine coming on Saturday to talk about his run for NALC Trustee at the National Level. Please submit to me any questions you have for Howard at [email protected]. I need these questions by Saturday, he will be asked each and every one. 

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about defenses to discipline.  Dont forget we have Howard Komine coming on Saturday to talk about his run for NALC Trustee at the National Level. Please submit to me any questions you have for Howard at [email protected]. I need these questions by Saturday, he will be asked each and every one.  click here if you want to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

Today we have Region 15 NBA candidate Orlando Gonzalez on to answer questions that listeners have submitted. Does he have what it takes to become the next NBA of Region 15? You Decide. 

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we go over Article 8.5F because it was chosen as today's topic by the Wrecking Crew. We also talk about the fact that the postmaster general supports our interpretation of the law, but our own Union does not have our back on this issue.  If you need a refresher on Article 8 please refer to Episode 4, 11, 17, 18, 38, and 54.  Don't forget to send your questions to NALC REGION 15 NBA candidate Orlando Gonzalez. You can send him hard ones, and easy ones, he will answer each and every question. Please send them to [email protected].  click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge  

In this Episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about two additional ways to fight the undelivered mail crisis we are facing, and go over a proposal for convention that I am trying to get my branch to pass.  Don't forget to send your questions to NALC REGION 15 NBA candidate Orlando Gonzalez. You can send him hard ones, and easy ones, he will answer each and every question. Please send them to [email protected]. 

Today on Parcels of Knowledge we interview potential Future Director of Education Paul Bolanger.

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about how to navigate situations where you have signed a settlement agreement with management, and they refuse to comply with it.  Dont forget to submit your questions to Paul Bolanger, future Director of Education to [email protected] Click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about two different calls to action, both time sensitive so it is imperative you tune in, this episode is short, please consider listening.  Please dont forget to submit questions to me for potential director of education Paul Bolanger to [email protected] Here you can find your congresspeople so that you may rip Steiner a new one:  https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member Here is a link to the zoom registration:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/toiYBOh-SSSHRyP6Nsz30Q#/registration  

This Saturday, we interview NBA Candidate for Region 12, and fellow podcaster, Bill Kriebel. Does he have what it takes to be the next NBA of Region 12? You Decide. If you haven't listened to his podcast yet, check it out, its called Six Thirteen, and it can be found on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we go over how to deal with when management is issuing you instructions that are inconsistent with the law or with the contract, handbooks or manuals.  Dont forget to submit to me questions for Region 12 NBA candidate Bill Kriebel to [email protected] . I need these questions by this upcoming Friday! Lets grill this candidate on what he can do for us, we know he can handle it.  click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about one way management seems to be Conditioning the Frog. It is about the psychology of route devaluation, and why diligence is your best defense. It is one of many examples, it is a short episode for a wide range of topics I will be talking about in the future.  Dont forget to submit to me questions for NBA candidate Bill Kriebel to [email protected]. I need these questions by this upcoming friday! Lets grill this candidate on what he can do for us, we know he can handle it.  Click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

Today we ask Danna Chambless (candidate for region 8 NBA) some questions that listeners have submitted. Do you think she has what it takes to be the next NBA for region 8? You decide. 

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we cover 3 potentially fatal flaws/issues when management issues attendance discipline.  Dont forget to send me questions to ask NALC REGION 8 NBA candidate Danna Chambless, Branch 4, Nashville, TN. Please send these questions to [email protected] by or before 2/28/2026.  click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

On this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about something that often management allows to occur on postal premises that is a violation of the law and the Postal Operations Manual. I bet you didn't know this was a violation. 

In this Episode of Parcels of Knowledge we have Region 6 NBA Candidate Walt Mcgregory on to discuss his candidacy for NBA. Listeners have submitted questions for him to answer and he answers each one. Does he have what it takes to be the next Region 6 NBA? You decide. 

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we introduce another extra ordinary carrier, Eric Kiska. As we showcase what his talents are, join us in getting to know your fellow letter carrier. If you want to be featured for what you have to offer please feel free to reach out to us at [email protected]. The episode was supposed to end there but I wanted to address Brians Renfroe's performance in the next generation carrier podcast tonight, and this is a one time rant. Typically I will not be political but I just had to give my two cents.   

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we go over how to fight SPM scan discipline with managements own documentation from NAPS.  Dont forget to submit questions for Walt Mcgregory, candidate for region 6 NBA, for his interview on saturday with shrum this upcoming saturday, submit these questions and more to [email protected] click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

Today on Parcels of Knowledge we have an investigative interview with Anita Guzik, candidate for National AFL-CIO delegate. Does she have what it takes? You decide.    Click here if you want to support our podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we go over grieving the curtailment of PM office duties. When management tells you to drop and go without performing your duties in accordance with the M-41, this is what to file in response.  Dont forget to submit questions for AFL-CIO delegate Anita Guzik, you will have until friday to submit them to me at [email protected] click here to support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge

Today, on Parcels of Knowledge, we have an investigative interview into Kimetra Lewis and her run for National Vice President! The questions were submitted by the listeners and now she has answered all of them, what do you think? Is she qualified to be the next Vice President of the NALC? 

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about the duty of bearing witness and how to write effective statements.  Dont forget to submit your questions for Kimetra Simpson-Lewis, candidate for National VP on the CLC Slate, submit any question you would like asked to [email protected] this must happen by or before this friday, 2/6/2026.  click here to support the podcast

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about how you can use M-39 Section 126.3 against management, and how to use M-1885 to protect your route from mismanagement.  Dont forget to submit your questions for Kimetra Simpson-Lewis, candidate for National VP on the CLC Slate, submit any question you would like asked to [email protected] this must happen by or before this friday, 2/6/2026. 

In this episode we do a joint podcast with Beyond The Satchel with a focus on the Call To Actions by Parcels of Knowledge and the NALC Here is the link to find out your Congress people and their contact info:  https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member Here is the link to the template for the letter/email: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zZ7u5vzXtXGYTkaBPQgYovFyX2zHXVYxhkq_5mMOv4A/edit?usp=drivesdk

Today we talk about winter weather safety and what letter carriers should be doing in these winter storms.  Please submit to me questions for Kimetra Lewis candidate for National VP in the upcoming election, submit them to [email protected]. click here to support the podcast

In today's episode of Parcels of Knowledge we have an investigative interview with trustee candidate David Grosskopf. You decide if his answers warrant electing him this coming national election. 

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we are calling carriers to take up action and write their Congress people in order to get some change in the postal service. I am counting on you to help me.  Here is the link to find out your Congress people and their contact info:  https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member Here is the link to the template for the letter/email: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zZ7u5vzXtXGYTkaBPQgYovFyX2zHXVYxhkq_5mMOv4A/edit?usp=drivesdk Click here to join the wrecking crew and support the podcast www.patreon.com/parcelsofknowledge 

In this episode of parcels of knowledge we have our second iteration of a compare and contrast between APWU and NALC with special guest Eric Charnoby from APW You podcast. 

This Episode of Parcels of Knowledge is about how The Postal Service has paid 1 Billion Dollars in Grievance Payouts! Think about that. While you’re out there grinding in the elements, fighting for every click of overtime, management is treating our National Agreement like a suggestion—and they’re using a billion dollars of funds to pay the 'penalty' for their own arrogance. Is it incompetence, or is it a deliberate strategy to break the spirit of the City Letter Carrier? Today, we’re breaking down where that money went, and why it’s happening. Buckle up. We’re going into the numbers, and it’s not going to be pretty.

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge we talk about the ins and outs of mutual exchanges and voluntary reassignments. FYI NALC members may find and publish ads for mutual exchanges in the postal record each month. For detailed information about how to publish an ad, please see the mutual exchanges page in this month's edition of the postal record.  Click Here to support the Podcast Dont forget to submit questions for David Grosskopf National Trustee candidate this year, submit them to [email protected] by or before January 30th. 

In this episode of Parcels of Knowledge, we talk about a long forgotten much looked over provision of the M-41 that carriers can use, and revive in order to protect themselves, their routes and their customers.    Click Here To Help Support The Podcast!

In this episode we talk about the new project ive opened up, and how you could support my podcast.  Click Here to support my podcast