Welcome to Allen Smith's: Ask The Trucker "LIVE", the #1 Trucking Show on Blog Talk Radio. Focusing on Driver Health, Careers, Regulations and the Important Issues facing the Industry.
Friday 6PM et "TCGO is making a difference for trucking families battling grave situations" AskTheTrucker Live will have an update for you regarding the Truckers Christmas Group, On our last show, "Truckers coming to aid of fellow truckers during TCGO Christmas campaign" we discussed how trucking musicians, industry leaders for trucking charities, and other advocates such as Bill Weaver, Paul Marhoeffer, Taylor Barker, Mandi Jo Pinhierio, Jason Henley, Tony Justice, Ken Freeman, Keith Sampson, and more are working with TCGO to raise awareness and funds for the 2019 TCGO campaign. This fundraising campaign literally "saves" the Christmas holiday for trucking families. Tonight we will talk about the families and their needs. These are trucking families battling grave situations folks. We also want to give a shout out to those sponsoring families and to all those who have donated to the Truckers Christmas Group, coming to the aid of their fellow truckers in need. Join Tom Kyrk and Donna Smith as they update on the progress and how YOU can help reach the $20,000.00 goal so all the nominated families can be aided. Let's not turn any of these wonderful families away. Take the $5.00 donation challenge today and donate here. It's safe, easy, and it will help more than you know. Call in number for the show 347-826-9170 to either listen in or be a part of the show.
Truckers coming to aid of fellow truckers during TCGO Christmas campaign Saturday Nov 9th 6PM ET Call in number 347-826-9170 It's that time again! The Truckers Christmas Group Org (TCGO), in its 12 year, is continuing its commitment to help as many trucking families in need during the holiday season as they possibly can. This year has proven to be particularly challenging for many truckers and their families. Between layoffs, bankruptcies, illnesses, and other catastrophic occurrences, the need for funding is vital. Learn more HERE Watch the Christmas Video- How the Truckers Saved Christmas-combined effort by Bill Weaver Music and TCGO Music copyright Bill Weaver Music-Video Copyright Truckers Christmas Group.Org This year, Trucking musicians, industry leaders for trucking charities, and other advocates such as Bill Weaver, Paul Marhoeffer, Taylor Barker, Mandi Jo Pinhierio, Jason Henley, Tony Justice, Ken Freeman, Keith Sampson, and more are working with TCGO to raise awareness and funds for the 2019 fundraising campaign. Press Release JOIN US TONIGHT Tom Kyrk, TCGO PR Coordinator, co-hosts the show. Learn how you can help our nations truckers.in their time of most dire need. Whether it be volunteering, sharing,a donation, sponsoring a family, or purchasing from the TCGO store, your commitment to help will be a blessing!. MERRY CHRISTMAS!
It’s not an easy task exploring the reasons for the decline of truckings’ "American Dream" for OTR drivers, company drivers and owner operators. We can make a list of everything wrong with trucking and how it affects truckers, but to pinpoint the problems in order to resolve them is much more difficult. It is a highly intricate and complicated web of obstacles, involving rules and regulations interwoven with industry practices, systems and schemes. Although most of us weren’t a part of trucking prior to deregulation, most will agree that trucking and truck drivers played a major part of the American Dream during that time. Deregulation is not the sole reason for the decline of the American Dream, it has however, caused trucking to evolve into an industry of "them against us" but in order to fix something, we need to understand it. We have the honor to have with us Steve Viscelli, sociologist and long time researcher of truck drivers and the trucking industry. His pursuit to find out why truckers work so hard and how long-haul trucking went from being one of the best, to one of the toughest blue-collar jobs in the U.S. led him to obtain his CDL and continue his research from behind the wheel. His research, along with his time Over the Road, resulted in his book, “The Big Rig - Trucking and the Decline of the American Dream” Also with us will be our long time friend and fellow advocate Desiree Wood of Real Women In Trucking who will be sharing her present real-time experiences for those who may not be aware of what is currently happening within her organization. Call in 347-826-9170
Saturday April 27th 6PM et Join us for an Open discussion concerning Underrides, addressing a most controversial issues among truckers, the Stop Underrides Act. We will be taking calls. Call in 347-826-9170 Stop Underride Act Senate bill S.665 Stop Underrides Act House bill H.R. 1511 For 50 years the Federal Government has been discussing, & conducting studies regarding the need for Underride Guards on large trucks, Written 50 Years ago in Federal Register “It is anticipated that the proposed Standard will be amended after technical studies have been completed, to extend the requirement for underride protection to the sides of large vehicles.” We strive for facts& truth rather than talking points.Truckers have valid concerns about underrides and we want to address them. Proponents of underrides also have legitimate concerns for supporting the Stop Underrrides Act. Let's hear both sides. Guests on the show: Jerry and Marianne Karth and Lois Durso advocates for Underrides and have lost loved ones due to Underride crashes. These underride deaths were not the fault of either 4 wheeler. One was an improper truck lane change, the other was icy roads. Perry Ponder, inventor of AngelWing, engineer with an accident reconstruction engineering company Aaron Kiefer, forensic engineer & crash reconstructionist, inventor of SafetySkirt Andy Young, CDL holder and truck attorney
Saturday 2-9-19 6PM ET 347-826-9170 Tonight’s show will open up by discussing a few of the most recent court decisions which have made a profound impact on the side of drivers. From the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision which ruled to exempt ALL transportation workers from the Federal Arbitration Act, to the most recent ruling from a district court judge in Arkansas, reaffirming that truck drivers need to be paid for every hour they spend in their trucks while they’re not sleeping, This ruling was based on Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division- Title 29 Section 785 Code of Regulations.. When it comes to drivers wages, there’s a misunderstanding between the FMCSA’s HOS rules and the Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division’s laws. FMCSA rules were created for safety, not for determining wages. The 14 hour rule determines how many hours you may drive and work, The 16 hour rule determines how truckers are to be paid. It is because truckers are paid by the mile,regulated by a clock, and enforced by an ELD, that this misperception has taken hold. At a time when driver wage reform is at the forefront of many concerns, the courts have established a baseline of minimum wage and how drivers are to be paid using laws which have already been on the books but have been commonly overlooked.
Thursday 1-24-19 6PM ET 347-826-9170 Part 2 Join us tonight as we have a follow up show with trucker Dominic Oliveira and his Attorney from Public Justice, Jennifer Bennett. Dominic will review his lengthy legal ordeal with New Prime, Inc that ended up in the Supreme Court and Ms. Bennett will explain the legal timeline of events and arguments and how this decision will positively affect truckers in the future. Desiree Wood, who contributed in an Amicus brief, will co-host the show. On 1-15-19 the U.S. Supreme court ruled that Transportation Independent Contractors were no longer held to the 1925 Federal Arbitration Act (FAA). In the past, only employees were exempt from forced arbitration. The decision was held by a unanimous 8-0 decision, with Justices Neil Gorsuch and Ruth Ginsberg strongly agreeing. (How many times in a lifetime will we see that?) For years Carriers have misclassified truckers leased on to carriers as Independent Contractors( IC) for the purpose of having the trucker pay for all expenses while the carrier still asserts control over most aspects of how the IC does business, many times resulting in the IC earning little, sometime less than minimum wage, and worse yet, end up owing the carrier money. This misclassification had also forced IC’s into arbitration. In March 2015 trucker Dominic Oliveira sued New Prime, Inc in a class-action suit claiming a Fair Labor Standards Act violation for failing to pay its apprentices lawful minimum wage. Prime claimed that he must go through arbitration, Attorney’s for Dominic said “No” and the rest is history
Truckers helping families in need during Christmas Friday 6PM eastern 347-826-9170 Christmas time! A time of joy and celebration of the Lord's birth. A time when people look forward to family and friends, food, fun, and nostalgia. But for many, this time of year can be difficult. Many have fallen on hard times. The good news though is that there are many truckers who have stepped up to do what they can do to help others in need out. One such group is the Truckers Christmas Group (TCGO) TCG is a 501(c)(3) registered charity The Truckers Christmas Group began in 2008 by Truckers who wanted to help Truckers and their families that have fallen on difficult times, The Christmas Group is a volunteer group who have raised $82,000 and helped 138 trucking families in need over the last 10 years. Our guests tonight will be Idella Hansen, Mark Abraham, and possibly Greg Manchester ( Santa Clause) of TCGO They will share with us the history and some heartwarming stories about people who have been helped during this blessed holiday becasue of folks just like you. They'll also share how you can Nominate a Family to be helped. Purchasegifts from the TCG Store or even Sponsor a Family Donate to this worthy cause at the TCGO Donation Page.
With us tonight is professional driver Dominic Oliveira and attorney Jennifer Bennett. We will be discussing a case, Oliveira v. New Prime, Inc, that has been heard by the US Supreme Court and is waiting decision. Depending on the outcome, this case could set an industry precedent for employers and owner operators It is common for many trucking companies to classify employees as Independent Contractors. These Independent Contractors pay for all expenses for the truck and many times end up owing the company money at the end of the week. They are under the control of the company and dispatch, thus really employees. In March 2015, Dominic filed a lawsuit against Prime on behalf of himself and thousands of current and former Prime drivers who have been misclassified as independent contractors. New Prime attempted to force Dominic into arbitration with the company, basing their argument on the Federal Arbitration Act of 1925, which requires those who signed an arbitration clause in their contract to enter arbitration rather than go to court. Exemptions of arbitration in the FAA ".. excluding contracts of employment of seamen, railroad employees, or any other class of workers engaged in foreign or interstate commerce" This brings up 2 issues with the lawsuit Was Dominic misclassified as Independent Contractor? If he was an Independent Contractor, would he be exempt form forced arbitration anyway? October 3, 2018, U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument -New Prime Inc. v. Oliveira, No. 17-340. Read transcripts and listen to oral arguments HERE
BTR Saturday Nov 10- "Trucking’s unspoken topic of Sexual harassment" 3PM ET Call in 347-826-9170 Donna Smith of AskTheTrucker and guest Co-Host Desiree Wood of RealWomenInTrucking lead the discussion With so many intense topics within the trucking industry, there is one that seems to be kept more hush, the uncomfortable topic of Sexual harassment. There are many reasons why people harass or intimidate others. Whether it be the need to show power, the ability to force what they want through blackmail, or just for narcissistic self gratification. Whatever the reason is, it’s wrong and the industry needs to create better policies to address it. Before we fix it, we have to acknowledge it Here are some thoughts for topic: Has the “industry proclaimed driver shortage” exacerbated the problem of sexual harassment? Has the need to continually recruit new drivers to compensate for the driver churn contributed? Has low CDL training standards contributed? We are honored to have on the show tonight Joshua Friedman of Friedman & Houlding, one of the nations most recognized attorneys defending the rights of others in the area of sexual and racial harassment. Super Lawyers 2014-2018 Best Attorneys in New York for 2009-2018 New York Magazine as one of “New York Area’s Top Attorneys Mr. Friedman will be discussing his professional experience with sexual harassment victims and will discuss his ongoing case with CRST. Attorney Joshua Friedman discusses CRST sexual harassment lawsuit
Denham Amendment defeated in FAA bill BUT it’s not over- ATA sends petition to FMCSA ATA seeks FMCSA approval to Preempt state laws which protect trucker wages After 3 years of numerous failed ATA attempts to override and preempt states labor laws which protect employees from wage abuse, the ATA has taken one more desperate attempt to Petition the FMCSA based on 49 U.S.C. § 31141 -stating that the State of California’s Meal and Rest Break rules are preempted by Federal law ( According to ATA Petition) ATA seeks FMCSA approval to Preempt state laws which presently protect trucker wages. Tonight we’ll discuss what’s behind the ATA “Meal & Rest Break” Petition and discuss how it’s all connected to the recently failed attempt to include the Denham Amendment in the FAA bill. It’s not just about Meal & REST Breaks…. It’s about Preempting Trucker Wages. Call in to listen or to be a part of the show. 347-826-9170
AsktheTrucker "Live' Open Forum-ELD Exemptions and Federal Authority Provisions Saturday June 2nd 6PM EST Call in 347-826-9170 The discussions continue as truckers move full steam ahead addressing the 2 most pressing issues in the industry today. ELD mandate and the Federal Authority trucker wage provision. The ELD Mandate Exemptions H.R. 5948 H.R.5948 - To exempt motor carriers that own or operate 10 or fewer commercial vehicles from the electronic logging device mandates, and for other purposes The Anti-Trucker Wage legislation to be voted on in the Senate this month. The Federal Authority provision known as the Denham Amendment or F4A , which if passed in the 2018 FAA Reauthorization bill and THUD bill ( they are currently in both House versions), would minimize and limit trucker wages by way of a New Federal Law
Stop the Full blown Attack on Driver Wages in FAA bill Saturday 5-5-18 6PM eastern Call in 347-826-9170 What does the ATA lobbied Denham Amendment have in common with truck driver wages? EVERYTHING! BY passing the Denham provision in the 2018 FAA ReAuthorization bill, it would be the most direct and egregious attack on driver wages ever. The Denham provision would allow the Federal government to Preempt all state labor laws which protect employees, ultimately creating new law regulatting wages of those involved in interstate commerce. The Denham Amendment has been slipped in the FAA ReAuthorization bill and most drivers don't even know what the devastating long term effects could be on their wages. Here is the simplified version of the effects of the Denham Amendment. Legally, drivers will only have to be paid for the miles they drive, no matter how many hours they work. Here's how! "STOP anti-trucker wage DENHAM AMENDMENT in FAA Reauthorization Bill" Denham Amendment is broken down and explained; Denham, For the 6th Time??? NO, It’s Time for Denham To “Hit the ROAD!!! ATA’s Myths and Facts about Denham Amendment Busted
A lot of discussion concerning ELD’s has opened Pandora's box of trucker issues. Strong to ELD opposition has led to many other discussions affecting drivers. Among them are the Hours of Service and the 14hour clock, Trucker Wages, Federal Preemption of States Rights. ATA is at it again. Federal Preemption against Driver Wages https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uiTWNjG4_kU Preemption failed to pass in the Omnibus bill, it was ATA's most recent of 5 Attempts since 2015. They are now attempting to include language in FAAAA Re-authorization bill Preemption update against Trucker Wages -The fight to be paid for all time U.S. Rep. Brian Babin (R-TX-36), attempted to relieve truckers from the negative effects of the ELD mandate which went into enforcement mode on April 1st. Babin Introduces Legislation to Improve Hours-of-Service Regulations The Responsible and Effective Standards for Truckers (REST) Act, legislation that would modernize hours of service regulations for truck drivers. The REST Act would allow drivers to take one rest break per shift, for up to three consecutive hours. The single off-duty period would not be counted toward the driver’s 14-hour, on-duty allowance and would not extent the total, allowable drive limits. This leads us to the question, "Does Rest bill modify HOS to relieve drivers or allow them to now work a 17 hour day?" To be a part of the show call 347-826-9170
The effects of ELD mandate on Trucker Health & Safety 4-5-18 Thursday 6PM et 347-826-9170 The ELD mandate is causing an uproar among the truck driving community, ELD's are designed to enforce the FMCSA Hours-of-Service rule by synchronizing a vehicle engine to automatically record a truckers' driving time.The purpose is to increase highway safety by ensuring drivers do not drive more than their 11 hour limit or work more than their 14 hours allowed. Although the use of the ELD theoretically sounds like a great way to reduce driver fatigue, prevent employers from pushing their drivers to drive over their hours, prevent drivers from "cheating" on their log books ( to get more miles), and increase overall safety, there are MANY who disagree and believe the ELD mandate works in reverse and is actually detrimental to overall highway safety. Tonight we'll address opposition to the ELD mandate and discuss why truckers are feeling rushed to beat the 14 hour clock and how it affecting their health and livelihood. Our guest Carolyn O'byrne, author of Gut Instinct and founder of LifeCoachService.net, will help explain the health risks when people feel continually pressured to do their job well while trying to earn a decent living. Call in to listen 347-826-9170 Call in to be a part of the show 347-826-9170 THEN press 1 on your keypad..
Sat 3-3-18 6PM ET Call in # 347-826-9170 On 12-12-17 U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) & Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) introduced the Stop Underrides Act, S. 2219 legislation. Then U.S. Representatives Steve Cohen (D-TN) and Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA) introduced the companion bill in the House, H.R. 4622 An ‘underride crash’ is when a car slides under the body of a large truck, such as a semi-trailer, during an accident. When these accidents happen, a car’s safety features are not able to protect passengers because most of the car slides under the trailer, and the truck crashes straight through the windows and into the passengers. The bill was originally drafted by our guests tonight, Marianne Karth and Lois Durso. Both Marianne and Lois have lost children due to underride crashes. Marianne & husband Jerry lost their 2 daughters, AnnaLeah and Mary in 2013, and Lois lost her daughter Roya in 2004. The bill was originally called the Roya, AnnaLeah and Mary Comprehensive Underride Protection Act of 2017 or the RAMCUP Act of 2017—now known as STOP Underrides Act. We'll discuss solutions which can prevent underride crashes accounting for at least 300+ deaths per year. Show will include discussions regarding rear & sideguards. Few people realize that the 1969 Federal Register recorded that the Department of Transportation intended, after further study, to extend underride protection to the sides of large trucks. Discussion includes:Costs,added weight,decreased Insurance costs,Loading docks,Axle/Tandems, distracted driving. For more info stopunderrides@gmail.com www.StopUnderRides.org
Surviving Flu Season over the road Thursday 2/8/18 6PM et 347-826-9170 This years flu season is reported as one of the worst in years with many deaths even being reported. Having the flu for anyone is a horrible experience, but when you're sick and over the road, it can be much worse. Being sick and stuck inside a "box" without many comforts of home can be for some unbearable. But there are things you can do to prepare, and not just prepare for when you do get the flu, but prepare so the chances of getting it will be much less. And if you do happen to come down with the flu, make sure your immune system is in tip top shape so your ability to fight it could make the experience much less horrific. Tonight our co-host will be Carolyn O'Byrne of Life Coach Service. She will be sharing her extensive knowledge on natural prevention and remedies including ( but not limited to) vitamins, minerals, herbs, essential oils, and the prevention and healing abilities of whole food. Carolyn is well known throughout the trucking community for her book "Gut Instinct" where she educates people on the importance of their gut health and the relation it has to their immune system. Call in to listen or be a part of the show 347-826-9170
Tax Reform and the American Trucker Saturday 1-20-18 6PM ET Call in 347-826-9170 Join us and special guest Dennis Bridges, as we discuss Everything Truckers Need to know about the 2018 Tax reform bill. Dennis is a CPA, a best-selling author, and Executive Director of eTruckerTax. Mr. Bridges has been in practice for over 30 years, and for the past 25 years has specialized in assisting transportation professionals. The long awaited tax reform bill was finally passed December 2017. Corporations will see huge decreases in their taxes reducing the U.S. corporate tax rate to 21% from 35% and the standard deduction for ALL taxpayers will nearly double. For many company truckers, all this may mean higher wages, by either paying less taxes ( being in lower bracket) or by receiving a raise from their employer. (Companies are getting a huge tax cut, they'll pass it on to their employers ??) Owner Operators are also expecting to see their bottom lines increase significantly. Truckers have many questions however about the new bill, Among the most concerning, is the question about standard deductions.Although the standard deduction for all taxpayers nearly doubles (Single taxpayers, from $6,350 to $12,000. Married tax payers filing jointly, $12,700 to $24,000), under the new law, there will be no deduction allowed for work-related expenses for company drivers,or all other employees paid on a W-2. That includes company driver per diem deductions. Owner Operators will also need to make sure they are set up properly in order to take advantage of tax cut bill's new 20 percent deduction on net business profits, known as “pass-through entities.”
Truck Stops and how they relate to Trucker Health Thursday 1-11-18 6PM ET 347-826-9170 As we enter a New Year Truck Drivers continue to take their Health more seriously. For years, the long hours, sedentary lifestyle and poor choices have led to many chronic and even fatal health issues such as diabetes, obesity, heart disease, arthritis, circulatory disease. Because of the stress of the job, high blood pressure is also common among drivers. In the last few years, drivers are exercising more and making better food choices such as eating more fruits and vegetables, eating less fast type food, eating less processed foods, and even cooking in the truck. One of the most common complaints some drivers have is the lack of healthy food choices at rest areas and truck stops. Over the last few years truck stops have acknowledged the issue of truck driver health, and have made positive changes at their travel plazas in order to help drivers accommodate their need to improve driver health. But is it enough? Tonight our guest Carolyn O’Byrne of LifeCoachService.net and author of “Gut Instinct”, we’ll discuss the challenges of OTR driver health and how drivers are already facing these challenges and making positive changes. She'll be answering callers with their questions and suggestions on how everyone involved can improve the trucker health issue. Since truck stops remain the most important daily stop for any truck driver, we’ll be discussing what some have done to help over the road drivers stay healthy and what more these travel plazas could do to help improve the OTR professional driver.. Call in number to listen or be part of the show. 347-826-9170
The Truckers Christmas Groupis once again ready to make Christmas 2017 a happy and less stressful one for truckers and their families. As we talk about trucking issues and regulations, many say "Truckers should Unite"! So many families are in need during the holiday season and helping our fellow truckers is a BIG chance for us all to do just that, UNITE to help our fellow truckers. Join us Thursday Nov 30th 6PM et as we discuss how we can all help TCGO during Christmas by: Volunteering, Nominating families in need, donating money or donating items to the Christmas store. Our guests will be TCGO board member Idella Hansen and co-founder Greg Manchester. TCGO began in 2008 by truckers who wanted to help truckers and their families who had fallen on bad times, which always seems to be worse during the holidays. They are a a registered 501(c)3 non profit organization. Almost all of us as truck drivers have seen those in need, and the TCGO and have worked to assure a few families have a brighter Christmas. Over the last seven seasons The Truckers Christmas Group has helped 112 families with more than $66,000. Time is running out to get truckers the much needed relief during the Holidays For further information call 1-802-455-8246 You can enjoy the holidays and stay healthy! For the second half of the show we'll be talking to health enthusiast Carolyn O'Byrne of LifeCoachService,net. Carolyn will be sharing her expertise about Christmas over the road and feeling good about yourself..
We'll open the forum with the ELD discussion. As the ELD mandate enforcement approaches Dec 18th, many drivers are becoming more angry and frustrated. Despite attempts by OOIDA to eliminate the mandate, or even members of Congress to delay the law, the mandate stands. What are the gripes about ELD's? Is it privacy? Is it wages? Is it Parking? Is it Safety? Or is it the enforcement of Hours of Service, which many are opposed to? Although many drivers support the use of Electronic Logs, it appears that many more do not. On October 3rd, 2 organized groups, ELD or ME and Operation Black and Blue will start heading to Washington DC, to protest what they believe is an unfair overreach into their privacy and their wages.
GATS is for Truckers! Ask-a-Lawyer and MORE 6 PM et Call in 347-826-9170 The Great American Trucking Show (GATS) is right around the corner! GATS will be held Aug. 24-26 in Dallas, Texas, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. Join the discussion tonight as our guests Idella Hansen and Desiree Wood of RWIT share the highlights of the "Ask-A-Lawyer event at GATS" Topics include: Wrongful termination,Discrimination,Harassment,Retaliation,Whistle blower protection,Lease Violations,DAC Reports,Employment labor,Sexual Harassment, Misclassification A “Lady Truck Driver Forum Panel Discussion” sponsored by the “Truckers Justice Center” will be held on the main exhibit floor Les WIllis of Godspeed Expediters will once again be in charge of the parking lot, aka the TA | Petro Truck Parking Community Located at the Cotton Bowl’s Fair Park, the TA-Petro Truck Parking Community will provide truck drivers with free shuttles to and from the convention center, food vendors, showers, restrooms and more. truck service and repairs from TA-Petro, pet grooming, a pet parade, worship service on Sunday, and an auction to benefit truckersfinalmile.org.
THURSDAY 6PM ET 347-826-9170 Trucker Health at GATS- Rig without Cigs-MATS2GATS-GutHealth Once against the Great American Trucking Show, #GATS, focuses on "the driver". A key element of the focus continues to be truck driver health. Along with the well know Health Pavilion which offer free screenings and mammograms for drivers, comes an emphasis to aid drivers with many of their health issues and difficulties, including, smoking, weight, physical fitness, emotional wellbeing, and the all-around importance of Gut Health. Our first of 3 guests tonight is Julie Dillon, Communication and Wellness Manager at St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund / This year Julie brings to drivers the "Rigs Without Cigs" program offered to drivers and their families to help them kick the nicotine habit. So many drivers need help from the habit and addiction and St Chris is offering all kinds of help to them! Pre-registration begins August 1st. - register online at Rigs without Cigs Registration. Tom Kyrk of Road Tested Living is the Chairman of the MATS2GATS fitness challenge this year and will also be on stage at the Health Pavilion performing his popular cooking demos. Carolyn O'Byrne of LifeCoachService.net makes her 3rd appearance. Carolyn is truckings' Live Coach and is the author of “Gut Instinct”. Carolyn will be unveiling “Gut Instinct” on Audio CD at GATS 2017. She'll also be presenting at the Health Pavilion Julie, Tom and Carolyn continue to be a driving force at GATS when it comes to Truck Driver Health.
Open Forum- Vote NO! FAA Anti-Trucker bill and ELDs!! Saturday 6PM ET Call in 347-826-9170 Two major trucker issues right now affecting Trucker wages are: 1) the last minute FAA reauthorization amendments that the ATA has "urged" Lawmakers to slip in an aviation bill this week. The amendments are the Fisher Amendment and the Denham Amendment. The ATA vowed last year that this was their MAIN priority. The reason? To keep drivers wages low. If the amendments are allowed in the FAA bill, it will ensure that drivers will only be paid piece work wages and nothing more. All detention time, waiting, paperwork, etc... will be expected to be done for free. Read more Anti-Trucker wage language in 2 bills to ensure cheap labor and high profits TO CALL NOW. WE ONLY HAVE A FEW DAYS TO STOP THIS!! 202-224-3121 Tell your Reps to SAY NO to FAA reauthorization bill’s Anti Trucker wage amendments Fisher Amendment in the Senate bill and Denham Amendment in the House bill (State preemption,meal & rest break Amendment) 2) ELD's--- The mandate for ELD's is Dec of this year, however the majority of truckers are against them. Tony Justice and Scott Reed plan to call in and discuss their scheduled protest to Washington October 3-7. Read more about this and more in their group ELD or ME.
Lori Baker reaches the incarcerated and families through Mercy Heart Thursday 6PM Call in 347-826-9170 The Mercy Heart organization strives to help a part of American society that many may have dismissed. As we share our concerns about the health and wellbeing of truck drivers, there are truck drivers reaching out to those who many times are in even greater need, the families and those incarcerated. Lori Baker joins us tonight to share her past struggles and experiences as a lady driver and her road-ministry work in relationship with Mercy Heart Organization of Texas. Watch the video as Lori talks about Mercy Heart and how they work to help empower and restore families caught up in the crisis of incarceration.
Tom “Captain” Kyrk of Road Tested Living join us as he keeps us all up to date with this years Trucking Shows Health Fitness Challenges. We’ll get to hear this year's version of the MATS (Louisville, KY) to GATS ( TX (GATS) Fitness Challenge and we'll be discussing the history of the group, what to expect, how to Register and the changes for this year's challenge. Registration starts March 20th at MATS. FaceBook Page MATS2GATS Fitness Challenge This year's format will be a group fitness challenge with a goal of losing 2,000 combined pounds! The great folks from Tough Tested ( TT)are helping to sponsor this year's contest as well as providing prizes and t-shirts for those involved. Carolyn O'Byrne of LIfeCoachService.net, John Reed Teddy the trainer, among others will be participating and giving advice and suggestions to those who want it. Get motivated to make some changes in your life and start on the path to losing some weight and building some new friendships. We look forward to hearing you on the radio and seeing you in the contest Mid-America Trucking show is March 23rd 24th & 25th. Stop by the Tough Tested booth to meet "Captain Kyrk", he will be there on the 23rd & 24th. In and out of the TT both will be Wendy Parker, music artist and truck driver Bill Weaver and Carolyn O'byrne.
Looking at Trucking from both sides Friday 6PM ET 347-826-9170 AskTheTrucker “Live” Open Forum will take a look at both sides of the trucking industry, the professional driver side as well as the trucking association side. Our guest for tonight is Joe Rajkovacz, Director of Governmental Affairs and Communications for the Western States Trucking Association.Prior to his present role at WSTA, Joe has been a company driver, small business owner operator, and Regulatory Affairs Specialist for OOIDA. Mr. Rajkovacz will share his views for many of the issues which face the trucking industry associations and will also address professional driver concerns, including wages, ELDS, turnover, retention, and the twice defeated Denham Language which has threatened to override states’ rights. Had the Denham Language passed in the FAST ACT or the FAAAA reauthorization bill, the Federal Government would have preempted states rights to pay drivers for all time, including detention time and rest breaks. Denham Language is anticiapted to be included in the up and coming THUD bill in 2017. Callers are welcome to join in the conversation and discuss the topics with us. 347-826-9170
On January 31st 2017 Utah U.S. District Court judge, Judge Robert J. Shelby, granted certification to a nationwide class of truck drivers who allege fraud and other statutory claims against C.R. England. The court issued this favorable ruling for truck drivers, certifying a class action in the C.R. England Student Driver- Truck Lease lawsuit. Truck drivers allege claims of fraud, false advertising, and company unjust enrichment against C.R. England For many professional drivers this was a step towards a huge victory against a practice which has been considered at best unethical and at worst a deceitful contract designed for driver failure and company profit. Tonight our guest will be attorney Robert S Boulter who leads the case against the CR England trucking giant, representing thousands of drivers in this class action lawsuit. Robert S. Boulter of Boulter Law is a State Bar of California board certified specialist in franchise law and distribution law. He dedicates himself to representing small businesses, franchisees, distributors, employees, investors, truckers, and consumers. Mr Boulter litigates many types of cases including breach of contract, securities and securities fraud, civil racketeering, labor law, wage and hour law, franchise law, employment discrimination, wrongful termination, trade mark and trade secret infringement, restrictive covenants, broker and finder fee cases, interference with contract, and trade libel. Saturday 6PM ET Call in 347-826-9170
Trucking industry lobbyists (including ATA) have stated that they plan to target the new Republican control in Washington, D.C. to pass legislation which would negatively affect driver wages by preempting State Labor laws. This new legislation ( Such as Denham Amendment of 2015 which failed) would create law that would prevent drivers from ever being paid for all working time. (Detention, waiting, paperwork, etc…) Since November 2015 the ATA and other organizations have been attempting to re-interpret the intended meaning of the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act (F4A) in attempt to prevent drivers from being paid for anything other than the miles they drive. The F4A was written to prohibit states from interfering with the regulations of freight rates in effort to deregulate the aviation and trucking industries.This legislation is NOT just an “intrastate driver” issue. If passed it would affect all drivers. Our guest tonight is Craig Ackermann of Ackermann & Tilajef, P.C. Craig has been an employment lawyer for 19 years and has represented over 25,000 truck drivers. Tonight he will explain the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act (F4A), and how amendments or altering of the F4A (which the Denham Amendment tried to do), would place the final nail in the coffin for drivers who want to be legally/ officially paid for all their working time. The industry itself has stated drivers work an additional 30-40 hours above their driving time. For additional info please go to InfoGraphicSTOP New Legislation-Truck Driver Wages at Risk
Some of the most stressful words can many times be the words “HEALTH INSURANCE” Although the Affordable Care Act has allowed millions more to have health insurance, the costs for others have sky rocketed, and many can not afford the premiums. We now have a Republican President and Congress who has vowed to repeal the ACA, which is adding even more stress to many, mainly, what’s going to happen to the way we will be able to obtain health care coverage? Many owner operators have been able to obtain their health insurance for subsidized low premiums, but others have been priced out and have decided to take the penalties for not having health insurance at all. Anyone who has ever been ill and has needed to be hospitalized knows this can be a huge risk Tonight we will be discussing the many topics relating to Health Care, the Affordable Care Act, and alternatives options that will relieve you from government penalties. Our guest tonight is Marc Ballard, Director of Business Development at Truckers Insurance Exchange. Marc will be addressing many of these concerns that we all have right now as we enter 2017. Marc’s 26 year experience has brought the Truckers Insurance Exchange (TIE) a NEW approach to providing compliant health insurance, personal insurance offers and trucker related services to owner operators, independent contractors and members of the National Association of Independent Truckers (NAIT) We’ll have a Q&A for all those who are looking for insight, advise, and alternative compliant options to the ACA Thursday January 5, 2017 6PM ET Call in # 347-826-9170 Have your questions ready!
Self Awareness: The Key to Well-Being Here we are in the holiday season, a season like no other, which can bring and create more activities, spending, emotions, and indulgence...than any other! So how does all this affect us during and even AFTER the season is over? So many questions to be contemplated, mostly within ourselves, and as we know, it's not easy to be in touch or totally honest with oneself. For many, the season brings joy, for others sadness or loneliness, and for others it can even bring guilt. So how do we prepare for this onslaught? How do we cope, and deal with these repercussions, if any? Tonight we have a very special guest, Dana Gore, of I am My Imagination, to talk about many of our emotions and thought patterns which already exist, but seem to be magnified during the holiday season. The focus is on our well-being and self-awareness, including the battle within ourselves. Can we win the battle? We'll find out tonight as we explore a part of ourselves that we may not even know existed! Dana is the author of the books "A Simple Guide to Exercise Safety (What You Don't Know CAN Hurt You)" and "Streetwise Philosophy (A Bullshit-Free Approach to Spiritual Maturity). Dana Gore is a health and fitness professional, wellness coach, and freelance writer. She brings guidance to the public about how to achieve optimal health in a safe and structured manner while inspiring her readers to seek self-awareness and inner peace as a means to well-being in all areas of life. Thursday Dec.1,2016 6PM ET Call in number 347-826-9170 You can listen through your phone or the internet!
AskTheTrucker "live' Thursday night health show Top 10 indigenous all-natural cures (you'll be surprised to hear what they are..... Are they legal?) Thursday Nov 3 6PM ET 347-826-9170 Before World War II, there were few processed foods, no genetically modified organisms, no chemical pesticides, no over-the-counter medications loaded with artificial food dyes and heavy metal toxins, no artificial sweeteners, or fluoride in the tap water, Very few Americans suffered from many of todays diseases and had much less of the modern day "chemical cures". What they DID have, were a lot more natural cures and not the side effects of todays pharmaceuticals. So what did people use for natural cures? Our guest tonight, Carolyn O'Byrne of Life Coach Service will join us as we talk about the Top 10 Indigenous all natural cures.... including Hemp Seed Oil, Cannabidiol (CBD), and Medicinal mushrooms:( Oh My)
Trucking Open Forum: Parking, Speed Limiters, Wages Saturday 10-15-16 6PM ET Join us as we discuss trucking's most pressing issues affecting professional truck drivers. Just a few of the most controversial topics right now are: Truck Parking, Speed Limiters, ELD's, and Wages, but there are many more to address. Tonight we open up the lines to discuss what is on YOUR mind about the issues affecting drivers and the trucking industry. Listen from your computer or call in from your phone. 347-826-9170
It’s been over 7 years since the focus of Americas truck parking shortage took center stage when New York truck driver Jason Rivenburg was murdered as he parked in an abandoned gas station. His widow, Hope Rivenburg,brought the truck parking crisis to the forefront, lobbying for the bill “Jason’s Law” ,which was eventually included in MAP-21. The National Coalition on Truck Parking was created by the U.S. DOT's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to address the shortage of truck parking across the nation. From Jasons Law, to Map 21, to the National Truck Parking Coalition, many drivers are still struggling to find adequate truck parking. The question is: “ What are the solutions to improve and increase truck parking.” Tonight our guest is Nicole Katsikides, Deputy Director for the Maryland State Highway Administration Office of Planning and Preliminary Engineering. Nicole did much of the analytical work for the Jason’s Law Truck Parking Survey report, which led to the National Coalition for Truck Parking. Also with us is Desiree Wood of Real Women in Trucking, who has worked side by side with Hope Rivenburg from the beginning of Jasons Law, to the 1st truck parking survey, and continues to be a voice at the Truck Parking Coalition meetings. Join us as we dicuss how drivers can help in this issue such as contacting the State MPO's as well as in many other ways. Call in number 347-826-9170
Uncovering the Health Benefits of Essential Oils Thursday 6PM ET 347-826-9170 Essential Oils! They've enhanced lives for thousands of years, offering a variety of benefits from cosmetic and dietary purposes to spiritual and religious use. There are many TODAY who are achieving amazing results from the different uses of essential oils, including many of the wonderful health benefits. As we learn the devastating effects of chemicals and toxins it's only logical that more and more people are searching for "natural" ways to address life's many challenging health issues. Our guest is Vicki Simons, an Independent Distributor with Young Living Essential Oils, one of the most pure and trusted essential oils available today. Her website is HealedTrucker.com Vicki has been researching essential oils and their benefits for some time now and she'll be sharing her knowledge with us on AskTheTrucker "Live' !! Just a few of the topics will include: What are essential oils? Do all essential oils come from plants? What benefits do essential oils provide? How are essential oils used? Are there differences between essential oils? The different ways you can use essential oils You can find Vicki on Facebook, Team Simons, where she has live broadcasts and also answers questions Call in to listen and/or join the conversation 347-826-9170 Or listen from your computer.
Speed Limiter Open Forum- The Pros and Cons 9-17-16 347-826-9170 The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration & National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released a notice of proposed rulemaking on Aug. 26,2016,seeking to mandate speed limiters on heavy-duty trucks On Sept 7th The FMCSA Proposed Rule was open for comment Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards; Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations: Parts and Accessories Necessary for Safe Operation; Speed Limiting Devices https://www.regulations.gov/document?D=FMCSA-2014-0083-0003 On 9/13/ Road Safe America released a press release “Drivers Urged to Fight Back Against Speeding Tractor-Trailers by Speaking Out” stating FMCSA & NHTSA have not gone far enough with their proposed rulemaking Tonight’s Trucking Open Forum will begin with the discussion of speed limiters, specifically the pros and cons. Will setting a limit to a trucks speed create safer roads, less crashes,& less fatalities? What do statistics suggest? Is making all trucks the same speed, creating rolling road blocks, safe? How will truck speed limiters affect auto vs truck speed variance? What does the data indicate about safety & speed differentials on highways? What about truck capacity, productivity, and the need for increased trucks on the road? How will more trucks on the road affect truck parking? What about Road rage? Finally, how do speed limiters, HOS, ELD’s all work together to cause less safe roads? (hint:It has to do with wages) Join in the converstion 347-826-9170
Xypper Freight- Transforming how independents,Shippers,and Brokers do business Saturday August 27th 6PM ET Call in 347-826-9170 Inviting all Owner Operators, Shippers, and Brokers to call in with your questions about XYPPER- The “Real Time” Freight Matching System! One of the most challenging aspects for owner operators is being able to find good paying freight. There’s no shortage of load boards, but even these have their disadvantages, especially for the one truck independent. Tonight we will introduce XYPPER, an app that is like no other when it comes to REAL TIME FREIGHT MATCHING. That’s because with XYPPER, the freight finds you, the Carrier. Our guests will be the developers of Xypper, Val Lanzieri & Fabio Lanzieri as well as Developer Advisor Ray Gompf. Watch video: Automatic Trucking Load Matching App for Carriers, Shippers, and Brokers http://truckingsocialmedia.com/1793-2/ BENEFITS of XYPPER Free of charge to sign in the systemEliminates the cost-time searching for loadsStreamlines transportation sourcing with automated truck capacity availability on lineLists detailed shipment information regarding access, pickup and delivery scheduleProvides enhanced accountability through detailed transaction historyOffers an integrated invoicing solution.Automated Invoicing and BOL SolutionsAllows for real time access matching loads with carriersRated Carriers Shippers and Brokers Drivers DOWNLOAD XYPPER Android https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xypper.xypper iPhone https://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/xypper/id927252276?mt=8 Shippers and brokers Sign up- http://www.xypper.com/
Health Pavilion at GATS 2016 focuses on Trucker Wellness Thursday Aug 4th 6PM ET 347-826-9170 For the 2nd year in the row, the Trucking Solutions Group (TSG) joins truckings finest to bring quality health information, products, and services to professional drivers at the GATS Health and Wellnes Pavilion. The Lanstar Health and Wellness Pavilion once again combines efforts and organized partnership with the Trucking Solutions Group and will prove to be even bigger and better than last years event! Join us as we have as our special guest Rick Ash, Chairman of the Trucking Solutions Group, along with TSG member Les Willis of Godspeed Expediters, LLC. The Great American Trucking Show ~AUGUST 25-27 ~2016 Dallas, Texas TSG will be conducting their sixth annual blood drive in partnership with Carter Blood Care and their third annual bone marrow donor registry drive in partnership with Make It Happen USA. New this year is sleep apnea screening with Dr. John McElligott and the St. Christopher Fund as well as DOT physicals for $59 being conducted by our new friends at AccuScreen. Another favorite~ 5K road race out at the truck parking lot with free shuttle service to and from the convention center. GATS Concert Featuring John Michael Montgomery with Tony Justice Opening Act When: Friday | Aug 26 | 5:30 p.m. Where: Ballroom D
Open Forum- Vital Summer Health Tips for Truckers Thursday 7/21/16 6PM ET 347-826-9170 The summer of 2016 is anticipated to reach record temperature highs all over the country, and with high temperatures are great health risks. Truckers are not exempt from the dangers and health risks of these elevated temps. Often drivers are so focused on either p/u or delivery, they ignore the warning signs of scorching temperatures. Join us as we discuss the dangers and health risks for OTR drivers as well as what precautions they can do to prevent serious repercussions from heat exposure. Also, we'll be announcing who won the Kindle Fire from Carolyn O'Byrne, "The Trucking Health Coach" of LifeCoachServices.net Carolyn is the author of the "hot off the press book. "Gut Instinct", which is quickly becoming a truckers "best seller" Don't miss another AskTheTrucker "Live" Show Get text alerts to your phone https://mobile-text-alerts.com/truckingradio
Truckers Gut Instinct Thursday 6-23-16 6PM ET 347-826-9170 Professional truckers are pretty savvy over the road, but one thing they may not be up on is their "gut instinct". Life Coach and truck driver advocate Carolyn O'Byrne of Life Coach Service will be joining us to explain how information in her new book "Gut Instinct" can positively change one's life, both physically and emotionally, all by just understanding how your "gut instinct" works. Carolyn will also be sharing with us how we can enter the Life Coach Service contest drawing and win a Kindle Fire! Be one of the first to download her new book. We'll also be exploring what's going on at GATS this year and how drivers are playing a big part in this years Great American Truck Show! Call in to be a part of the show 347-826-9170 or just listen in through your phone!
St Chris Driven to be Healthy Challenge 2 at GATS Thursday June 16th 6PM ET 347-826-9170 Once again Julie Dillon and the St Christopher Truckers Fund puts Trucker to the forefront as they bring the St. Christopher Fund 2nd Annual Driven to be Healthy Challenge. This is a 6-month challenge for ALL current CDL holders with 2 categories for both monthly and overall winners! Registration will start on July 1st. The challenge kicks off at GATS (you do not have to be present) on August 25th in the GATS HealthPavilion. You may register at the Driven To Be Healthy Page on truckersfund.org. Anyone preregistered for the health challenge will be automatically entered to win a SCF Blue Tiger headset to be given away at GATS! The 2 grand prize winners will win a 3 day, 2 night trip! One of the trips is to Las Vegas and the other is a fishing trip in Minnesota! So, If you are a current CDL holder, join us for the St. Christopher Fund 2nd Annual Driven to be Healthy Challenge. This is a 6-month challenge for ALL current CDL holders with 2 categories for both monthly and overall winners. The challenge runs August 29, 2016 February 2017 . We will be kicking off the challenge at GATS in August. The categories are Greatest % of Weight Loss and Most Active Minutes Walking/Running. You can join in at any time! After registering, please join our Driven to be Healthy Facebook group to get weekly tips, see winners, and get up-to-date information. If you have any questions, please contact Julie Dillon at julie@truckersfund.org.
Open Forum: Discussing Root causes of Low Truck Driver Wages? Thursday 5-12-16 6PM ET 347-826-9170 As truckers continue to perform more work "for free, their wages decline, especially when taken into account that drivers are working more hours for either equal or less than their wages earned just a few years ago. But what is REALLY contributing to the decline in wages? You would think if there was a legitimate Driver Shortage, wages would be rising? Jerry Fritts recently posted interesting article "Driver Productivity Increases as Wages Plummet" Pat Hockaday from Truckers United has also been vocal on Radio and Social Media for many months now regarding “fair and living wages for truck drivers.”, and has been organizing a call for truckers to unite.... but where? Jerry and Pat will be joining us with their thoughts… Let’s hear your thoughts! 6PM ET 347-826-9170 To be notified of alerts to ALL radio broadcasts you can sign up for Text Alerts to your phone.
Motivating Truckers to better health - Is it possible? Thursday 6PM ET 347-826-9170 One of the biggest obstacles preventing professional truck drivers from jumping on the "be healthy" band wagon is becoming motivated! How do you change that? A good old fashion competition! Drivers coninuously face the obstacles of OTR trucking, the sedentary lifestyle, long hours, lack of regular sleep patterns, poor food choices, and just a downright difficult lifestyle. Becoming healthier has been a challenge in itself, but fellow trucker and video master, James Crowley of Texomatic Pictures, has created a challenge to motivate others and help create a new mindset. It's called the MATS2GATS Fitness Challenge. Learn how the combination of HEALTH + Comradery+ Challenge+ Truck Shows +Prizes = a new type of motivation for truckers to improve their lives. For those on Facebook here's the MATS2GATS Community Page Call in and join the show and discover who else is a part of the challenge! 347-826-9170
Saturday 4-2-16 Trucking Open Forum: Feature Topic “Does increase trucker productivity LOWER Wages?” Ongoing Truck Driver Issues continue as well as the discussions and ideas for solutions. As Drivers wait for the FMCSA ELD Final Rule to kick in 12-2017, many are concerned that their wages will be reduced. Theoretically, if you legally log your paper logs anyway, they should not, but why do some feel they will? Recently OOIDA has filed their argument challenging the FMCSA’s ELD mandate stating that requiring electronic monitoring devices on commercial vehicles does not advance safety, is arbitrary and capricious and violates Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches and seizures. But is there a way that ELD’s could be used to increase wages? What about hours of service (HOS)? How are you logging your hours? How many hours to you log off duty? Are you really off duty? Veteran truckers Jerry Fritts and Pat Hockaday of Truckers United join us to share their twist on these topics. These are a few of the topics, but as part of the open forum format, callers are welcome to call in as discussions are open to “anything trucking” TO be a part of the show call 347-826-9170 and then click “1” on your keypad.
Another Rulemaking for truckers! On March 8th 2016 the FMCSA and FRA announced the following Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Obstructive Sleep Apnea The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) request data and information concerning the prevalence of moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) among individuals occupying safety sensitive positions in highway and rail transportation, and on its potential consequences for the safety of rail and highway transportation. Driver Fatigue- Is Sleep Apnea the culprit... or are there other causes? So what does this mean for professional drivers? Should drivers be even more concerned about screening criteria, testing, diagnosis and Costs? Our guest will be Elaine Papp of HealthandSafetyWorks.net Elaine Papp, was the chief of FMCSA's Medical Programs Division and tonight she explains how Sleep Apnea guidance has evolved into an anticipated final rule, and what truckers will need to do in order to have their concerns heard AND considered before the Final Rule Making. The (FMCSA) and (FRA) are seeking public input during the next 90 days on the impacts of screening, evaluating and treating rail workers and commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) Advance notice of proposed rulemaking; Docket # FMCSA-2015-0419 public comments are due June 8th 2016 Join us !! Thursday March 24th 6PM ET 347-826-9170
Thursday March 9th 2016 347-826-9170 How to Defeat Challenges and Celebrate Victory for Better Trucker Health More than most other professions, OTR drivers face numerous obstacles when it comes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Their Irregular schedules, long hours, lack of physical activity, stress, and limited access to healthy foods on the road, make healthy living a challenge … to say the least! This lifestyle, as well as this difficult nature of the their profession, has led to many health risks, including heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, fatigue. Tonight however we celebrate victory for professional drivers who are seeking better health. Drivers are a witness that, no matter how big the challenge or how many obstacles, “where there is a will there is a way” Join us and our guest Julie Dillon of the St Christopher Truckers Fund as she and drivers share the victories of OTR truckers who completed the six month long “Driven to be Healthy" challenge created by the St Chris Fund. Calling in will be drivers who entered and completed the challenge and who are now quickly becoming an inspiration to other drivers Join us as we hear how these truckers overcame the many obstacles of OTR trucking, and have not only lost weight, but have significantly increased their daily activity! Drivers, YES YOU CAN! Call in # 347-826-9170 press “1” on your keypad to join in the conversation
Is the ATA the voice for the Professional driver? 2-25-16 6PM ET 347-826-9170 We will be playing a recent radio interview of the Chairman of the ATA, Pat Thomas, who made the statement that the ATA is not only the voice of the trucking industry, but more importantly the voice to Congress and Lawmakers, as well as those in charge for regulations!! Yes, regulations! You know the ones, Speed Limiters, ElD’s, heavier trucks.... A provision ( introduced in part by the ATA) is presently waiting to be approved in the FAA Reauthorization bill,. Slipped into the FAA bill is a provision hidden deep within affecting the U.S. trucking industry, specifically the way wages are paid to CDL drivers. Among those who have placed pressure on the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure to include this wage damaging provision are: American Trucking Associations, the 50 ATA-affiliated state trucking associations, the National Private Truck Council, the Truckload Carriers Association and the Truck Renting and Leasing Association. The ATA is desperately trying to get the truck driver wage provision in the FAA reauthorization bill! Tonight we will discuss the deceiving tactics that are being used by the ATA to get professional drivers to agree with them,having Section 611 approved in the FAA bill. Read more If you do not believe the ATA is your voice, then call your representative and tell them no to Section 611 in the FAA bill. 202-224-3121 Call in tonight and let us know who you believe the voice of the Professional Driver is! join in the conversation 347-826-9170
Independent Truck drivers Injured on the Job! Are they covered for lost time, wages, and injury expenses? Hundreds of thousands of Independents and Owner Operators have been misled into believing that Occupation Accident Insurance will cover them should they have an injury on the job. It’s not until they become injured do they discover their injury is either not covered at all, or the payout is far less than what had been discussed during their purchase. Our popular guest within the truck driver community tonight is Trey Walker of Nobska Point Inusrance A few months ago Trey was our guest on ,” Owner Operators CAN afford Private Health Insurance …” Since that show, numerous drivers have been able to either save thousands or finally be able to afford Insurance. These are just 2 of the emails we received after the last show with Mr Walker. “Thanks for everything you guys are great. We now have insurance thanks to y’all.” Kenny Capell – Owner Operator “I listened when Trey Walker talked and he is saving us $790 a month and we have better coverage with a lot less deductible. Thank You for having him as a guest!” Linda Caffee of the Trucking Solutions Group Now Trey joins us again to explain the misconceptions and false security of purchasing Occupational Accident Insurance, especially when they could have paid much less for short term disability insurance which actually pays A LOT when drivers are injured… and that includes on or off the job! Thursday 2-18-166PM ET 347-826-9170
Just as the Denham Amendment attempted, but failed, to prevent Fair wages for truckers in last years Highway Bill known as the FAST ACT, once again the large motor carriers (ATA) have managed to slip in the same exact provision into H.R. 4441, the Aviation Innovation, Reform, and Reauthorization Act, otherwise known as the FAA Reauthorization Bill. The Act was introduced by the House of Representatives. The “AIRR” Act as it is called, is a bill designed to authorize aviation programs, but on pp 256-258, Title VI, Sec 611, labeled Federal Authority, the attack on driver wages was slipped in by these members of the U.S House of Transportation Committee. Listen to our last show explaining the dangers of the Denham Amendment and read more via OOIDA's Fighting for Truckers page. We believe this attack on wages exploits new CDL drivers. Attorney Christina Humphrey is our guest who will discuss Section A and B of the provisions within the FAA Reauthorization Bill. 347-826-9170 and press"1" to join the conversation.
“It’s all about Safety” These are the famous words you’ll hear whenever a call to action needs support, usually creating laws and regulations affecting professional CMV drivers. Along with such calls for more laws will follow the lobbyisst in support, fitting their agendas. Where is the call to action for ”Michaels Law Amendment” an Amendment to 18 U.S. Code 926A proposed by James Lamb of the SBTC? The proposed amendment, would expand the existing Federal “Interstate Transportation of Firearms” statute into a right-to-carry law for all Americans engaged in interstate commerce. According to the Department of Labor, one person is MURDERED in the transportation industry EVERY WEEK! Should the NRA be supporting this? Next, CRST refers to safety also in their request for exemption at the FMCSA. According to CRST, allowing CLP holders (Commercial Learners Permit) to drive team, with little or no OTR driving experience, U.S. highways would be safer and more productive. Read CRST Exemption Request here. Comments by 2/4/16. Desiree Wood of RealWomenInTrucking did not agree and started a petition.."Stop Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration from granting unsafe exemptions for truck driver trainees" Both James Lamb and Desiree Wood will be our guests to discuss these 2 very Concerning Safety Issues affecting drivers and the nation. Saturday 1-23-16 6PM ET Call in number to listen 347-826-9170 and to be part of the Q&A
Alternative Health Remedies while OTR Trucking Thursday 1/21/16 6PM ET Call in # 347-826-9170 One of the biggest challenges that an OTR driverr can face is becoming ill while trucking. Many times you can be miles from the nearest drugstore or emergency facility. So what do you do? Tonight we will discuss some of the best alternative remedies should you become sick over the road; from toothaches, migraines, cuts, colds, bronchitis, UTI’s, and so many other ailments that can occur. Our guest Carolyn O’Byrne of LifeCoachService.net, will share her many years of APPLIED experience using alternatives to conventional medicine. Join us and learn the essentials to carry on the truck should a health illness or an emergency arise. Every Trucker needs to listen to this show. Call in and join in the conversation; Ask questions or share your ideas 347-826-9170 Then press “1” on your keypad
OPEN FORUM: 2016 Top concerns for professional drivers It's 2016 and many of us are reflecting upon 2015 and so many of the events and issues which have taken place. There were many highlight topics for 2015, including one of the most controversial of the year, the FMCSA Final Rule for the ELD mandate. Why are so many professional drivers up in arms over this mandate? How does it negatively affect driver wages? And why do others say they can earn higher profits with an ELD? As we open up 2016 on AskTheTrucker "Live" we're not only going to discuss YOUR concerns for this year, but those plans to address them. What are your top issues for 2016? Wages? HOS? Detention Pay? ELD's? Truck Parking? Regulations? EPA? But more importantly, what are your thoughts and ideas to confront those issues which seem to have a direct impact on the livlihood of professional truck drivers? Join us as we enter 2016 on AskTheTrucker "Live" with our first broadcast of the New Year: Open Forum "2016 Top concerns for professional drivers." 6PM ET Call-in number: 347-826-9170. Join the conversation by pressing "1" on your keypad at any time.
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