Delivering Solidarity

Hosted by Fred Woodley

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Feb 2026

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An independent podcast owned and hosted by Fred Woodley from the perspective of a union member in his local branch of the NALC. All content is simply the opinion(s) of Fred Woodley and not officially endorsed by anyone or anything.

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February 3, 2026Episode 3934 min

Episode 39 - Insuring the Future

Show Notes: Branch 385 News Delivering Solidarity Giveaway! Fred talks about the 2026-2028 officer installation dinner. Information about the Roger DiFrangia Memorial Scholarship. Information about the Scholarship Dinner/Dance. Information about the Letter Carrier Political Find. Information about the Thrift Savings Plan. Announcements NALC Branch 385 Bowlathon will be happening on March 8, 2026. Westside Lanes 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH 44509. 1pm-4pm. $25 for adults, $10 for kids. All proceeds to MDA. NALC Branch 385 will be having its annual Roger DiFrangia Memorial Scholarship Dinner/Dance on April 18, 2026. Union meetings are always the first Wednesday of the month at the Brandywine Clubhouse, located at 3390 Flo-Lor Drive, Youngstown, Ohio 44511. Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. Special Guests: N/A Email the show: deliveringsolidarity@gmail.com Write the show: Delivering Solidarity - P.O. Box 614, Warren, OH 44482 Check out the website: www.DeliveringSolidarity.com

December 16, 2025Episode 3842 min

Episode 38 - The Sun Sets and Rises

Show Notes: Branch 385 News Fred is joined by Matt Pesa, the President-Elect of NALC Branch 385 for the upcoming 2026-2028 term and Chris Angeloff, who was the runner-up for the Vice President position. The crew talks about future plans for NALC Branch 385, communicating internally, and how city letter carriers need to communicate with their union when they receive discipline. The crew also touches briefly on reporting accidents in a timely manner and why it's important, through personal experiences. Announcements NALC Branch 385 will be installing its new officers on January 24, 2026. NALC Branch 385 will be having its annual Roger DiFrangia Memorial Scholarship Dinner/Dance on April 18, 2026. Union meetings are always the first Wednesday of the month at the Brandywine Clubhouse, located at 3390 Flo-Lor Drive, Youngstown, Ohio 44511. Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. Special Guests: Matt Pesa, Chris Angeloff Email the show: deliveringsolidarity@gmail.com Write the show: Delivering Solidarity - P.O. Box 614, Warren, OH 44482 Check out the website: www.DeliveringSolidarity.com

December 8, 2025Episode 371 hr 25 min

Episode 37 - Mike Caref Interview

Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about the recent NALC Branch 385 Election results, and plays an interview with Mike Caref. Special Guests: Mike Caref Email the show: deliveringsolidarity@gmail.com Write the show: Delivering Solidarity - P.O. Box 614, Warren OH, 44482

September 15, 2025Episode 3634 min

Episode 36 - "Make Whole" Remedies

Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about the recent news from the NALC website. The education segment is about "Make Whole" Remedies. Email the show: deliveringsolidarity@gmail.com

September 8, 2025Episode 351 hr 1 min

Episode 35 - Broken Step B Process

Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks with Henry about the current state of the Step B Process, and they explain to the listeners how the Step B process works. Special Guests: Henry Gomez | Email the show: deliveringsolidarity@gmail.com

August 14, 2025Episode 3458 min

Episode 34 - Owney's Last Stand

Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks with Luis about their time at the Ohio State Association's 72nd Bienniel Convention. Special Guest: Luis Esparra | Email the show: deliveringsolidarity@gmail.com

July 2, 2025Episode 3341 min

Episode 33 - Dealing with Management

Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks with Alan and Michael about their time as letter carriers and some current events. Special Guests: Alan Gegax and Michael Brasaemle | Email the show: deliveringsolidarity@gmail.com

June 3, 2025Episode 3246 min

Episode 32 - Sealed with Wax

Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks with Alan about his own podcast and some current events. Special Guest: Alan Gegax | Email the show: deliveringsolidarity@gmail.com

May 21, 2025Episode 3137 min

Episode 31 - Wait and See

Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks about the new Postmaster General and the NALC headquarters official response to his appointment. The Education segment is about grievance Additions and Corrections. Email the show: deliveringsolidarity@gmail.com

May 7, 2025Episode 301 hr 22 min

Episode 30 - Protecting Our Benefits

Disclaimer: This is an opinion show. Nothing in this show is endorsed by anyone or anything beyond the scope of this podcast. In this episode Fred talks with Eric about the current political threat to our benefits and what we should do about it. Special Guest: Eric Ellis | Email the show: deliveringsolidarity@gmail.com