FedUp with Ron Speakman

• Episode 47: Spotlighted Provider — Millennium Rehabilitation: Trusted Care for Federal Employees

  Today’s episode spotlights Alex Sherman of Millennium Rehabilitation Physical Therapy, a trusted provider serving federal employees in the Bronx, NY, and surrounding areas. Millennium sets itself apart with its multilingual support and cultural and religious awareness, ensuring every patient is treated with dignity and respect. They also provide immediate treatment before a claim is accepted, customized therapy plans, advanced recovery techniques, and no out-of-pocket costs for federal employees injured on the job. This spotlighted interview shows how Millennium’s local impact connects to a broader partnership with purpose through One-Fed Injury Clinics and the FedUp Network of Resources, working together to deliver trusted care and support, expand access, and advance advocacy for meaningful change across the federal workforce, especially for those injured on the job. 

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• Episode 46: Shapiro Federal: The Legal Powerhouse in the FedUp Network of Resources

  Today, I sit down with Geoffrey and Zachary Shapiro from Shapiro Federal, a fourth-generation, family run law firm that has been standing with and fighting for injured federal employees since 1933. With over 90 years of experience, and more than 17,500 cases nationwide, Shapiro Federal is now the official legal resource within the FedUp Network of Resources, representing federal workers in OWCP claims, Schedule Awards, ECAB appeals, wrongful terminations, and more. Together, we dive into a whole host of topics, including the lack of accountability across the federal system, the gaps in enforcement, and what it really takes to secure justice when the system is stacked against you. This isn’t about theory, it’s about solutions, strategy, and the legal power every federal employee should know they have on their side.   Contact Shapiro Federal: Website: www.injuredfederalworker.com Phone: (216) 927-2030      Also visit www.feduphq.com to explore the full FedUp Network of Resources — and stay tuned for our new spinoff podcast, FedUp 15, bringing you education and insights from trusted experts for federal employees.

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• Episode 45: Corruption in Dubuque — The Story They Tried to Bury

  In this episode, retired city letter carrier Tina Schmerbach shares her four-year battle through corruption, cover-ups, harassment, and betrayal inside the USPS and NALC. From local branch failures to national leadership neglect, from Postal Inspectors ignoring threats, to law enforcement, a district attorney, and politicians looking the other way, Tina’s story reveals how broken the system truly is. Backed by receipts—texts, emails, and voicemails—her journey exposes not just neglect of duty, but the devastating impact of dismissing mental health in the workplace. This isn’t just a story. It’s a wake-up call!   RESOURCES:    FEDUP HQ The official home to the FedUp Podcast & Network of Resources -  the gold standard for advocacy, education, & support for federal employees nationwide. www.feduphq.com   One-Fed Injury Clinics  ONE-FED delivers complete support and expert medical care for federal employees and their healthcare providers. www.onefedowcp.com   Shapiro Federal Your trusted legal team for OWCP claims, appeals, personal injury claims, scheduled awards and more.  www.injuredfederalworker.com

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• Episode 44: Interview with Corey Walton & James Henry; Groundbreaking Announcement That Will Shake the NALC

  Attention All NALC Members & City Letter Carriers: In this episode of FedUp, we’re joined by James Henry and Corey Walton, two CLC candidates in the upcoming 2026 NALC election. This short but powerful conversation delivers a game-changing moment as James Henry makes a groundbreaking announcement—heard here first—that is sure to send shockwaves through the NALC. This is one of those rare moments where no matter who you are or where you're listening, you’ll always remember exactly where you were when you heard it. Following the announcement, we dive into a roundtable discussion with James and Corey to break it all down. And if that’s not enough, you might even catch Corey and I singing a little! Don’t miss this unforgettable conversation with two powerhouse voices in the NALC.    

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• Episode 43: Interview with NALC Branch 132 President & CLC Resident National Officer Candidate, Kimetra Simpson - Lewis

  Today, we sit down with Kimetra Simpson-Lewis, a powerhouse in the labor movement and a relentless advocate for letter carriers. As President of Dallas Lone Star NALC Local Branch 132, Kim has spent three decades fighting for workers' rights, ensuring fair treatment, safe conditions, and a strong union that truly represents its members. From her early days as a steward in 1994 to her roles as an Arbitration Advocate and Dispute Resolution Team member, she has been on the front lines of the fight for justice. Now, as the Concerned Letter Carriers (CLC) candidate for Resident National Officer, she’s ready to take her advocacy to the next level. In this episode, Kim shares her journey, the challenges she’s faced, and her vision for the future of the NALC, and we make the announcement of what position Kim is running for on the CLC ticket for the 2026 NALC election, which should turn some heads. If you care about the future of letter carriers, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!   * To learn more about Kimetra Simpson-Lewis and her campaign agenda, check out the following link: CLC Website: https://concernedlettercarriers.com/

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