As the official podcast of the United States Postal Service, Mailin’ It! takes you inside a thoroughly American institution, exploring the rich history of the USPS, going behind-the scenes of its present innovations, and discussing its dynamic future with organization and industry leaders. Join our host for a fun look at your United States Postal Service.
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POSTAL BLUE is a podcast based around working for and being a customer of the United States Postal Service. We incorporate clerks, carriers, truck drivers, supervisors and managers in the postal service of knowledge as well as customers and residents. Come for the knowledge by the contract, the black and white, and the operations in the grey area. We also have a Twitter community by the name Postal Blue Podcast where we will have live shows where listeners can take part so make sure you chec ...
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Jef is a postal Employee in the Seattle Area. Griffin is not a postal employee. Jef is gonna teach Griffin and the listening audience about life in the postal service while chatting about other subjects along the way. The views and opinions expressed by "Walk Like a Mailman" are those of the Author's and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Postal Service
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Podcast encompassing the struggles, laughs, and crazy interactions of the lives of many postal employees. From Carriers, to clerks, to Management. Take a walk in the shoes of a postal employee. The Postal Blues podcast is about taking a walk in the shoes of a postal employee. We interview all crafts, including management. The stories I have personally accrued in just six years of being a postal employee has been all but boring. being in multiple offices I can say without a doubt all walks of ...
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An insider’s guide to the stories and people shaping the USA today. Discussion and insight from some of the best known names and voices in America.
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Unf*cking The Republic® (UNFTR) is a series of audio essays on the grand American experiment lovingly curated and presented by a quasi-anonymous political writer. Each essay reflects on a singular topic that is generally misunderstood or purposely obfuscated by the so-called “powers that be.” As we know, history is written by the victors and can be perilously manufactured to favor destructive world views. These views become intractably ingrained in the public consciousness and pervert public ...
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Batman vs Iron Man, Darth Vader vs Lord Sauron, Mjölnir vs…the One Ring? These questions have plagued pop-culture fans for generations - this podcast puts an end to them once and for all. Each week on VS, Katelyn Hempstead and Adam Peacock will step up to the plate to do what nerds do best: argue.
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Tough Love For CCA's, PTF's & PSE's
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On today's episode of the Postal Blue Podcast, we speak the new employees mental and emotional state in current times. There seems to be a disconnect on what newcomers think the job is and what their job actually is. We are here to clear up the disconnect and reconnect the postal ladder and let newcomers know what their job titles actually are. #na…
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#34 The Price is Really Close to Being Correct
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Send us a text Jef and Griffin play a game of Below that or more... Griffin leads his first What's in the Box segment, talking about his visit to the National Postage Museum. And boy oh boy did our Swiftie Frenemies over at Notorious Escapades get Jef Riled up talking about Supernatural!!! Send your hate and love mail to walklikeamailman@gmail.com …
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Et tu, Krugman? New York Times columnist’s horrible take.
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I’ve long been an admirer of Paul Krugman of The New York Times as he’s a rational and accessible liberal economist who genuinely seems to have the best interests of the public at heart. But a recent column smacked of establishment rhetoric that bordered on gaslighting. Democrats ignore economic realities at their own peril and while most leftists …
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On this episode of the Postal Blue Podcast, we speak about the flow of mail and how it actually travels in the Post Office. There are a lot of misconceptions that we wanted to clarify and set the groundwork for future episodes. No one is the blame on the ground as we all have a level of ignorance and learning is the way to have a better understandi…
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On today's episode of the Postal Blue Podcast, we speak about an article that was recently released stating that management wants to cut off the air conditioning in Post Offices in the summer in order to try to make carriers move faster in the offices and leave out the offices earlier. Which brings up safety concerns from OSHA and others. #postoffi…
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Max and 99 are back to discuss Harris v. Trump episode feedback, and catch up a bit. A regular episode is coming early this week, so stay tuned! Chapters Intro: 00:00:19 Emails: 00:03:17 Memberships: 00:43:52 Outro: 00:44:11 -- If you like #UNFTR, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts: unftr.com/rate and follow us on Facebook, Twitt…
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#33 Happy Birthday to Me with Special Guest Taylor!!!
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Send us a text Griffin is on the road for his birthday and Jef isn't gonna let him get away without some birthday treats. Jef covers some of the materials stamp collector get. Taylor who recorded the show's excellent new intro joins the show for an interview. Jef also lays out a challenge to our Swiftie friends Send your hate and love mail to walkl…
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On this special short episode of the Postal Blue Podcast, episode 4.5 to be exact, entitled New And Overwhelmed we are specifically speaking to the new CCA's and PTF's that are coming into the Post Office. A lot of them are feeling overwhelmed and you don't need the stress. You always do what you can, and don't worry about what you cannot. We also …
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On today's episode of the Postal Blue Podcast, we have a full house with Coffey, Watkins, Fe and me. Today's topic is about Article 3 of the NALC postal contract where it discusses the duties of management in particular circumstances, not everyday occurrences. This is information that they do not want you to know and since a lot of us don't read th…
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Send us a text On today's episode Jef tells us what a Nixie is and a retirement community exclusively made up of mail carriers. Shane joins the show for the Jimmy Carter update and has a new Mail Person of the show: Karl Malone! And we also discuss the situation involving the currently stranded NASA astronauts. Send your hate and love mail to walkl…
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Harris v. Trump. Progressives in the Wind.
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UNFTR is back in the swing of things with a snapshot of where the election stands just 80 days from decision time. We look at trends in each of the swing states, how Congressional races are stacking up and which presidential candidate has the advantage in the swing states and on key issues. Max also tackles the media’s breathless pursuit to portray…
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On this short mid-week episode, we speak on what is an actual grievance in the postal service. There seems to be a lot of confusion on what is a grievance and what is not. On this short episode we aim to clear that up and point you in the right direction. #postalbluepodcast #nalc #apwu #mailcarriers #postoffice…
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On the third episode of the Postal Blue Podcast, we discuss the File A Grievance process that the USPS uses to help stay in compliance of the contract. The problem is they attempt to use the contract to stay out of compliance at every turn in our personal opinions and experience. We will give you the run down on a typical grievance process and how …
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Send us a text On today's show, Jef talks about the new French scratch and sniff stamp and how Halloween is being inappropriately celebrated in August. What's in the Box gets nerdy as Jef reveals the most famous mail carrier in the MCU Willie Lumpkin. Meanwhile Griffin gets another 10 seconds of attention grabbing content that may or may not be abo…
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Modernizing One of the World’s Largest Vehicle Fleets
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This week on Mailin' It, we’re joined by the Director of Fleet Management, Justin Glass, who takes us behind the scenes of the epic effort USPS is taking to modernize its vehicle fleet. Discover the strategic planning and innovative design choices that are driving this transformation. Join us to learn about the newly designed Next Generation Delive…
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On this episode of Postal Blue Podcast, we discuss the importance of sticking together in your craft, and unions supporting each other. Featuring Coffey and myself on this episode, we go back and forth over dignity and respect over the floor, treatment inside the workplace on all sides, and taking the proper processes to address situations. #postal…
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#30 Deadpool and Wolverine Moviehouse review!!!
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Send us a text Jef and Griffin go deep into their opinions about Wolverine and Deadpool. There will be SPOILERS! (the Review is from 37:50 - 1:25:45) Also we talk about Yusuf Dikec the Olympic shooter who has gone viral with memes. Jef also updates us on former President Jimmy Carter in what Griffin hopes isn't a weekly segment and Griffin has anot…
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Unf*cking Flashback: What’s the deal with Peter Thiel? Sociopathic billionaire man-child wants to eat the world.
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In October of 2022, we released this episode on Peter Thiel. The last line of the story is that he’s a monster. At the time, we were focused on his personal selections and funding of Congressional candidates, one of whom was none other than JD Vance. Far from his purported hillbilly roots, the country quickly came to know that JD is little more tha…
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This episode incorporates things that has happened over the last 5 plus years in the postal service from my perspective and shows you, the viewer and listener where we stand now. From pre-covid to what happened during covid and what is going on since. We briefly speak on the current divide between management and the craft employees and more. Stay t…
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Send us a text Jef and Griffin talk about the exploits of mailman Andarin Carvajal and the 1904 Olympics. In the what's in the Box Segment Jef talks about various signs people on his route leave for him. and Griffin has 10 more seconds of attention grabbing content for you. Send your hate and love mail to walklikeamailman@gmail.com The views and op…
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Phone A Friend: Shane Burley and Ben Lorber, authors of Safety through Solidarity: A Radical Guide to Fighting Antisemitism.
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This week, Max welcomes Ben Lorber and Shane Burley to the program, co-authors of Safety Through Solidarity: A Radical Guide to Fighting Antisemitism. Resources Melville House: Safety through SolidarityA Radical Guide to Fighting Antisemitism Bookshop: Safety Through Solidarity: A Radical Guide to Fighting Antisemitism Ben Lorber on Twitter Ben Lor…
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A Progressive Take on the Harris Coronation.
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The Democratic Party finally took the all important step of convincing Joe Biden to drop his bid for re-election. In a matter of hours, the party elites, donors, elected officials and DNC members coalesced around Kamala Harris, and according to The New York Times, she has already secured the delegates required to run the table at the convention. De…
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In this trailer we speak on what the podcast will be about, and the community has to look forward to. We have a lot in store including a twitter community where we can all converse and the ability to do live shows so the community can take part in conversations as well.By Lenard Anderson
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Send us a text On this Saturday special, Jef talks about the Elvis' ode to the Post office: "Return to Sender", the joys of Amazon Prime Day and tells his latest Dog letter 1 story. Griffin has another 10 seconds to talk about whatever he wants since he's leading in the underdawg Tally Mark game. Send your hate and love mail to walklikeamailman@gma…
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Phone A Friend: Lee Camp. Comedian, author, commentator and activist.
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This week I spoke with an old friend and inspiration—comedian, author, commentator and activist Lee Camp. We’re all over the place in a cathartic conversation about independent media, censorship, Supreme Court antics, Julian Assange, the presidential election and more. Resources Lee Camp Online Lee Camp on Twitter Lee Camp on Instagram Lee Camp on …
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Send us a text Jef explains the proper way to carry mail on a route and what it's like to get "ink." Shane joins the show for a special Mail Person of the Show - Tupac!!! We review Poetic Justice on Walk like a Mailman Movie-house Reviews. And Jef challenges the audience to help us get to 100K with a Tattoo Challenge... Send your hate and love mail…
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A Contested Convention: Building the Progressive Bench (Project 500).
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Despite his assurances to the contrary, Joe Biden as the Democratic nominee is far from a lock. What happens if the DNC winds up hosting a contested convention? In this episode we delve into a brief history of contested conventions and draw upon prior examples to demonstrate how progressives can use a contested convention to their advantage and get…
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Send us a text On this Episode of Walk Like a Mailman Jef and Griffin talk about the art of fine dining using Mailboxes as an oven. Jef goes over Part two of You are being Watched on What's in the Box and Griffin learns what Yeet means. Send your hate and love mail to walklikeamailman@gmail.com The views and opinions expressed by "Walk Like a Mailm…
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DNR The DNC: Propping up the Cadaver-in-Chief.
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After Joe Biden’s historically bad debate performance, many Americans were left wondering how the Democratic Party could allow him to remain in the race. The answer is a corrupt and wholly inept corporation called the DNC Services Corporation—Democratic National Committee or DNC for short. This episode looks at the DNC’s failures over time and how …
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Show Notes [The United States Postal Service + Europe Slides to the Right + Pharmacy Benefit Managers.]
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In this week's Show Notes Max and 99 catch up from a few episodes past, and dive into some news items. They also hatch a plan to celebrate 99's birthday month. Enjoy! Chapters Intro: 00:20:00 Emails: 00:23:39 Memberships: 00:58:29 Reviews: 00:59:17 Outro: 01:00:53 -- If you like the pod version of #UNFTR, make sure to check out the video version on…
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Send us a text Jef Talks about streets named after Pokémon and Runaway Mail Vehicles. Meanwhile Griffin is crabby and we have another Underdawg Tally mark game to discuss Send your hate and love mail to walklikeamailman@gmail.com The views and opinions expressed by "Walk Like a Mailman" are those of the Author's and do not necessarily reflect the o…
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In this UNFTR Phone A Friend we speak with economist, political leader and bestselling author Yanis Varoufakis about his latest book Technofeudalism: What Killed Capitalism. Max and Yanis cover a wide array of topics from the release of Julian Assange, the thesis behind Technofeudalism, the future of labor and the post-capitalism reality we already…
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#24 Go ahead, Deliver my mail, with special Guest Chris from The Dalles, Oregon!
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Send us a text Jef and Griffin get some listener mail and talk about some of the more interesting mailboxes that are out there. We also have an excellent interview with Chris from The Dalles, Oregon. We're finally on ITunes so catch us there if that's your preferred podcast platform. Send your hate and love mail to walklikeamailman@gmail.com The vi…
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The United States Postal Service: How it can truly deliver.
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The United States Postal Service is one of the most derided institutions in the country. Also, it’s one of the most highly regarded according to every poll conducted on government agencies. This episode digs into our complicated relationship with the Postal Service and examines the historical challenges facing this institution. We cover the controv…
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How Postal Inspectors Cracked the Largest Fraud Scheme in U.S. History
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This week on Mailin' It, we’re joined by Postal Inspector Clayton Gerber to discuss the Inspection Service’s role in breaking up one of the largest fraud schemes in U.S. history. From dumpster diving to find evidence to international extraditions during the height of the pandemic, the team's relentless pursuit to uncover the truth is nothing short …
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#23 Ripley's Ship it or not! The Father's Day Special
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Send us a text Jef and Griffin talk about various items people have tried to ship via USPS. Also, Shane makes an appearance to reveal a new Mail Person of the Show. We're finally on ITunes so catch us there if that's your preferred podcast platform. Send your hate and love mail to walklikeamailman@gmail.com The views and opinions expressed by "Walk…
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Europe Slides to the Right: Unpacking the EU Parliamentary elections.
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Parliamentary elections were held in the European Union last week. It did not go well. Check that. It went very well for the right-wing movement in Europe. Most Americans caught wind of some kind of election in the EU but it’s fair to say that few really understand what it was all about. And with good reason. This stuff is really confusing. Scores …
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