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Day Three of the Convention with Tom Cser and Michael Still Aug 06, 2026

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I LOVED having these guys in Hotel Room Studio. We go in depth into the controversy surrounding the wacky way we vote on resolutions at the convention, and how it interacts with Robert's Rules.

Day Two of the Convention with Michael Rivera Aug 05, 2026

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Michael Rivera joins Michael Brasaemle and me for a recap of day two of the 2026 NALC National Convention in Los Angeles

Day One of the NALC Convention Aug 04, 2026

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Michael and I are joined in Hotel Room Studios by C Moline, Greg Donaldson, and Sam Adams to discuss all the goings-on from today's convention. It was quite a day. Listen in to hear about Renfroe's big announcement, and another Michael Rivera victory.

We Have Arrived at the Convention! Aug 03, 2026

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We got to meet so many wonderful people today! Thank you for saying hello! We don't have much news to report, but we can report on the vibe.

Our Plans for the 2026 NALC Convention Aug 02, 2026

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Michael and I discuss the classes we're planning to take, and how you can find us during the convention. We also talk about a recent memo from postal management that limits supervisors' ability to settle grievances, and I go on a little rant about delayed mail at my station.

Margo O'Neill and Chris Persampieri of the Stand Up Slate for AFL-CIO Delegate Aug 01, 2026

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Margo and Chris dive deep into the issues that matter to the Stand Up Slate, and they explain why these issues are relevant to their roles as AFL-CIO delegates, and why these issues are relevant to letter carriers. It's one of the best conversations Classes of Mail has ever hosted.

Cristal Czajkoski from Beyond the Satchel Jul 31, 2026

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Cristal Czajkoski joins me via Zoom to talk about a variety of subjects including her podcast Beyond the Satchel, her run for AFL-CIO Delegate, bylaw changes she's proposed for her branch, and her role as a political organizer. Specials guests: her two wonderful dogs.

C Moline Is the Best Candidate for AFL-CIO Delegate Jul 29, 2026

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C Moline comes on to discuss her run for AFL-CIO delegate. It doesn't get any better than this. She is phenomenally qualified, and she has the hearty endorsement of Classes of Mail. Listen and be impressed, and then vote for her in Los Angeles.

John Murphy Talks Labor Issues and the Stand Up Slate Jul 27, 2026

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It's always a pleasure to have John Murphy on the podcast. On this episode, he talks about what our AFL-CIO delegates should be doing, and what he plans to do to revitalize the labor movement when he's elected.

Michael Rivera Takes His Victory Lap Jul 24, 2026

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Michael Rivera received his decision from the Committee on Appeals, and they overturned the Branch's conviction and suspension. He will now be a delegate to the upcoming national convention. In the second half of the episode, we talk about charges Rivera had previously brought against Brian Renfroe. Those charges will be appealed at the convention.

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