FedUp with Ron Speakman

Author: Ron Speakman

A podcast for federal employees who are FedUp with non compliance and an unjust system, and who are FedUp with being constantly mistreated, misinformed, and or misrepresented. Hosted by a retired federal employee himself, who has been through it all, and who has helped many federal employees across this country, this podcast will talk about a wide range of common issues all federal employees continually face, in addition to giving federal employees a platform for their voices to be heard, and to share their stories and issues. Knowledge is power, and FedUp believes that all our stories need to be heard by all.
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Episode 49: Politics Over Principles — Caref Don’t Care
Episode 49
Saturday, 9 May, 2026

In this episode, Ron Speakman breaks down his personal thoughts, opinions, and concerns surrounding NALC National Presidential Candidate Mike Caref, his campaign, his decision-making, and whether he is truly fit to lead. From broken promises and split votes, to Branch 11 in Chicago, campaigning inside USPS facilities, leadership standards, and what Ron views as a lack of integrity and accountability, Ron walks listeners through the events, conversations, and observations that led him to form the opinions shared throughout this episode. The episode also features Ron’s original track, “Caref Don’t Care” — an anthem built around the message, frustration, and themes discussed throughout the show. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of Ron Speakman and are based on his own interpretations, observations, conversations, and publicly discussed information available to him at the time of recording. They do not represent the official views or positions of the Concerned Letter Carriers (CLC) slate, or any other individual, organization, or slate associated with the NALC election. As always, you are encouraged to do your own due diligence, think critically, and form your own well-informed opinion.