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There are plenty of people who have loomed large in the world of trucking over the past few decades – and any list of names is sure to include radio icon Dave Nemo and OOIDA President Todd Spencer. The two legends in their respective fields met at last week's Mid-America Trucking Show for a reunion of sorts, and we had our microphones rolling. Then, Truckstop's Brent Hutto calls in with positive news about load-posting volumes and one market in particular that's doing very well. 0:00 – Newscast 10:13 – Dave Nemo and Todd Spencer on their early days in trucking 24:50 – Dave Nemo and Todd Spencer on their legacies and more 39:33 – More positive signs in the spot market

Is the GTA housing market oversupplied or just misunderstood? In this episode of Sync or Swim, host Max Steinman takes a deep dive into the purpose-built rental market with industry leaders Chrystal LeBlanc (BGO), Michelle Calloway (Fitzrovia), and Todd Spencer (Park Property Inc.). Together, they explore how their organizations are responding to shifting renter preferences, navigating condo oversupply challenges, and redefining the rental experience in the Greater Toronto Area. Tune in for expert advice on navigating Toronto's rental market, practical strategies for adapting to evolving renter expectations, and inspiring lessons from exceptional leaders shaping the future of multifamily housing. Whether you're a property pro, a curious investor, or simply interested in where Toronto's housing market is headed, this episode will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to take action!   Key Points From This Episode:   Purpose-built rental developments in Toronto: affordable, downsizer-friendly, and amenity-rich. Market insights into rental oversupply and condo saturation impacting prices and demand. Key distinctions between condos and purpose-built rentals (and why purpose-built is better!) Michelle's take on the decline in foreign student demand in Toronto rentals. Growing demand for flexible lease terms, dedicated workspaces, and personalized leasing. Insight into the customer service evolution needed to meet changing renter preferences. Strategies the panel has implemented to reduce “shopping around” and close deals faster. Hospitality-inspired practices that are key to elevating the resident experience. Reframing renting as a choice, emphasizing security, community, and modern amenities. Combatting negative stigma around renting and landlords by creating great experiences. New language, fostering renter dignity, and leveraging technology to change perceptions. The panel's reflections on the “promise of Toronto” and why they remain optimistic. Why collaboration and knowledge-sharing among industry peers is critically important. Reasons to create community “stickiness” and what it can to do reduce tenant turnover. Some of the most rewarding aspects of being in the purpose-built rental industry.   Quotes:   “We need to be better at saying why purpose-built rental is different [to condos]. We think about our residents – 24/7 – We need to work harder in the sales pitch to highlight what that means: that our service levels are higher [and] our systems are better.” — Todd Spencer [0:10:26]   “You can spend all the money on marketing in the world, but if you don't step in that front door and have a consistent experience with what you see – online, it can fall flat really quickly.” — Chrystal LeBlanc [0:13:46]   “What I always say is we don't have 500 suites. When a prospect walks in the door, we have three suites for you based on your budget, your family, what's important to you, [and we only show] suites that are right for that prospect.” — Chrystal LeBlanc [0:19:37]   “If we want to be recognized as world cities, we need to behave like world cities. In the rest of the world, renting is not a stigmatized activity. It's actually the dominant housing ecosystem in most major cities in the world.” — Todd Spencer [0:25:19]   “We need to be better at sharing insights with each other in the industry. I invite everybody to come tour my assets not because they're new and shiny but [because] I want to hear what you're doing too. That's going to raise us up altogether.” — Michelle Calloway [0:35:28]   “The [purpose-built rental] industry is changing since I joined 10 years ago. That – excites me. We still have a long way to go. We're not there yet, but I can't wait to see where we go.” — Michelle Calloway [0:40:39]   Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:   Toronto Rentsync User Roadshow 2024 Chrystal LeBlanc BentallGreenOak (BGO) Chrystal LeBlanc on LinkedIn  Michelle Calloway Fitzrovia Michelle Calloway on LinkedIn Todd Spencer Park Property Management Inc. Todd Spencer on LinkedIn Elm-Ledbury by Fitzrovia Sloane by Fitzrovia Waverley by Fitzrovia Max Steinman on LinkedIn Rentsync Sync or Swim Podcast Sync or Swim Email  

Todd Spencer has a career that spans more than 25 years with firms varying in size from 1 million to $3 billion in revenue. Over 18 years, in executive leadership roles working with both startups and established companies to guide strategic and operational growth, acquisitions, turnarounds and business sales. Establish track record of success in strategic plan development, operational optimization, new program design and deployment, business acquisition and sale, and the executive leadership of multifaceted global teams, generating success with a client centered culture, established credibility and industry reputation, partnering with AV and specialist event companies to achieve their growth vision through transformative strategies, providing consultative guidance to executives, entrepreneurs and ownership groups to maximize the value and output of their business.Todd is also the current acting president of ESTA This episode is sponsored by AVL Media Group and GearSource

OOIDA's Todd Spencer and Lewie Pugh discuss the Association's efforts to fight for truckers on issues such as AI and predatory towing. Also, OOIDA's Truckers For Troops sends some needed supplies to benefit homeless veterans through the Veterans Community Project in St. Louis. And truckers who have long parked their rigs at home are fighting a new ban on the practice in two Florida towns. We'll talk with one of them. 0:00 – Newscast  10:22 – AI and predatory towing: OOIDA says remember truckers when crafting regulations 25:10 – Truckers For Troops lends a hand to homeless vets in St. Louis 40:08 – Truckers fight towns' ban on parking at home

In this heartfelt episode of "The Life Well Lived, the Physicians Guide to Wealth" podcast, host James Nutter invites Todd Spencer, a devoted husband to surgeon Amy Spencer, to share his deeply personal experiences and learnings from life as part of a medical family. Todd's engaging storytelling provides an intimate glimpse into the life of a physician's spouse, highlighting the joys, challenges, and profound lessons learned along the way. Todd Spencer delves into the importance of being intentional with time, the practice of grace within the relationship, and the nuances of navigating schedules and responsibilities with a partner who is deeply immersed in the medical field. His candid discussions about adapting to the role of a stay-at-home dad, the critical nature of self-care for the well-being of the entire family, and managing finances in a high-demand household are punctuated with wisdom and transparency. For any individual or family connected to the medical profession, this episode offers a treasure trove of relatable anecdotes and actionable advice, all while underscoring the value of cohesive partnership throughout the journey       Timestamp Summary 0:02:44 Todd and Amy's medical journey together 0:06:11 Challenges of being in a relationship with a physician 0:09:03 Balancing work and family life during residency 0:10:20 The challenges of breastfeeding and being a female surgeon 0:12:20 Importance of being intentional and thoughtful in a medical family 0:13:53 Being selfless and putting oneself in the other person's shoes 0:19:24 Todd's experience as a stay-at-home dad for six and a half years 0:24:01 Mental games and managing expectations as a stay-at-home dad 0:27:37 Importance of sleep, food, and self-care for executing the mission 0:29:21 Recognizing and diagnosing stress and burnout 0:37:26 Managing time and resources as a busy family 0:39:04 Managing conflicts in time and money resources 0:43:35 Setting aside dedicated time for financial discussions 0:51:36 Advice for young Todd and Amy: Recognize and manage stress and burnout Advisory services offered through Commonwealth Financial Network®, a Registered Investment Adviser.

In this Small Fleet and Owner-Operator Summit keynote, Todd Spencer, president of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association joins us to talk about regulatory impacts facing owner operators. We'll examine current and proposed legislation from Congress and regulatory moves by the FMCSA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Small Fleet and Owner-Operator Summit keynote, Todd Spencer, president of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association joins us to talk about regulatory impacts facing owner operators. We'll examine current and proposed legislation from Congress and regulatory moves by the FMCSA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todd's career spans more than 25 years with firms varying in size from $1M to $3B in revenues, with over 18 years in executive leadership roles, working with both startups and established companies to guide strategic and operational growth, acquisitions, turn-arounds, and business sales. Really smart guy with a very patient and collaborative approach to business. An asset to any company looking to grow, work through change management, and more. Episode 230 is brought to you by Elation Lighting and Mainlight. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geezersofgear/message

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When it comes to increasing the fuel economy on your truck, there are plenty of scams and half-cooked ideas. So how do you tell the real from the fake? Also, a trio of OOIDA members have been honored as Road Warriors by Pilot Flying J – and we talk with the grand-prize winner, Don Crouse. And when OOIDA noticed that the state of Alabama was charging out-of-state truckers fuel marker decal fees, it took the state to court – and won. OOIDA's Todd Spencer joins the program to talk about the fight, the win and the lesson other states hopefully learned from the $68 million judgment. 0:00 – Newscast  10:07– Fuel economy aides – what's real and what's bogus? 25:00– Catching up with a Road Warrior 39:28 – A case that put millions back in truckers' pockets

In the late 1980s, truckers staged a boycott of the state of Indiana in response to actions of state officials toward trucks. As part of our ongoing series on OOIDA's 50th anniversary, we'll take a look back at what happened and why with OOIDA President and CEO Todd Spencer. Also, the Land Line Magazine staff breaks down the biggest news of the week, including the proposed automatic emergency braking mandate, the possibility of hair testing and FMCSA's desire to target unsafe motor carriers. 0:00 – Newscast 09:25 – News Roundup: AEBs, hair testing and more 24:19 – Looking back on the Indiana boycott

John Gallagher - Washington Correspondent - FreightWaves - Washington DC Topic: Reaction to new emissions rule What was the reaction? How strong was it? Will there be more hearings on this in the future? Topic: Congressman aims to stop speed limiter rule What is the issue here? One of the arguments is that it would harm the agricultural and livestock industries Brecheen cited a 2005 study that found that interactions among vehicles traveling 10 mph below the posted speed limit were 227% higher than among vehicles moving at traffic speed. Such interactions lead to more crashes, said Todd Spencer, president of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, which supports Brecheen's bill.

LLN (12/2/22) – A bill dedicated to adding truck parking throughout the country has been introduced in the U.S. Senate. Now what? Todd Spencer and Bryce Mongeon of OOIDA stop by to explain how they helped bring the legislation to light – and what needs to be done to get it over the finish line. Also, the OOIDA Foundation Market Update for the month of October reveals some new things about where things stand right now – and where they may be headed. And want more proof that the so-called “driver shortage” is a false narrative? Marty Ellis, the man who drives the OOIDA tour truck, has another piece of evidence to submit. 0:00 – Newscast.  10:13 – Truck parking bill. 25:03 – Freight market report. 39:26 – “Driver shortage.”

LLN (10/11/22) – We'll cover several problem areas between truckers and brokers, including tracking apps, non-payment and difficulties filing on brokers' bonds. Also, today we begin a yearlong project we call 50 on 50 – 50 significant events and issues from OOIDA's history. We begin by discussing the fuel surcharge with OOIDA President and CEO Todd Spencer and the Association's chief operating officer, Rod Nofziger. And a new law in Delaware imposes hefty fines for illegally parking in residential areas; meanwhile, California is working to reduce collisions with wildlife in that state. 0:00 – Newscast.  09:41 – 50 on 50. 24:34 – Broker problems. 39:28 – Delaware parking fines.

LLN (9/23/22) – This week, a federal judge said OOIDA could serve as an intervenor in the ongoing legal case against California's AB5. Todd Spencer, president and CEO of OOIDA, drops by to explain what's happening and what could happen as we look at the uncertainty about the confusing and controversial worker classification law. Also, broker problems are nothing new. But in some cases, the problems have reached an extreme, and truckers can face losing their business over what's going on. And it's been a busy month in the trucking world. OOIDA's director of public relations talks about what stories are making headlines, and what messages the Association has been working on to get out. 0:00 – Newscast.  10:13 – AB5. 24:37 – Broker problems. 39:23 – OOIDA in the news.

Good morning everyone! We hope you are all having a great Friday. Our guests today are CryBaby Cryer & Metal Mama of Aurora 88s Roller Derby live in the studio with us. We'll be talking skates, cool acronyms & much more! Here's the news: - The Adult Education Resource Fair will be taking place on September 19th & 20th (Monday & Tuesday) with 2 sessions. The first sessions will be from 10:30 am to 12:15 pm and 6 to 7:30 pm as well. The resource fair coincides with National Family Literacy Week, these events are free and open to the public! This will take place at Waubonsee Community College in downtown Aurora, on the 1st floor in room 160. There will be many great organizations there, see the flyer for more details! - Wednesday, September 28th join our friends of DVA leadership & development training at The Cotton Seed Creative Exchange for a great event. A multi-generational conversation about trauma; Let's Talk About Mental Health & Wellness. This will be from 5 to 8 pm and will feature a book signing with Vee L. Harrison, the author of Hood Healing. Shouts to Cotton Seed Creative Exchange, get to know them at 64 S. River Street. Register for the event at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSetfHjphSLnU5WeUlbxZ78YcwSVLNajSRfEmTRlOduBi7anbw/viewform - Get ready for the What Matters event, taking place on September 29th beginning at 6 pm. This will be a photo and video contest for those with less than 2 years of experience, as well as a celebration of the work of Marshall Garcia. The event will be from 6 to 9 pm and will also feature guest speaker Todd Spencer. Bureau Gravity is located at 56 S. LaSalle street. Registration is required, to do so click this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/what-matters-a-photo-video-contest-gallery-show-tickets-406428938897?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb Ladies and gentlemen we hope you all have a wonderful and blessed weekend. We will see you back here Monday morning at 8 am for another great show. Subscribe to the show on YouTube with this link: https://www.youtube.com/c/GoodMorningAuroraPodcast The second largest city's first daily news podcast is here. Tune in everyday to our FB Live from 8 am to 9 am. Make sure to like and subscribe to stay updated on all things Aurora. Twitter: goodmorningaur1 Instagram: goodmorningaurorail Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6dVweK5Zc4uPVQQ0Fp1vEP... Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/.../good-morning.../id1513229463 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora #positivevibes #positiveenergy #downtownaurora #kanecountyil #bataviail #genevail #stcharlesil #saintcharlesil #elginil #northaurorail #auroraillinois #auroramedia #auroranews #goodmorningaurora #comedy #news #dailynews #subscribe #youtube #podcast #spotify #morningnews #morningshow #friday #rollerderby #aurora88srollerderby --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goodmorningaurora/support

LLN (9/5/22) – For more than 40 years now, Todd Spencer has worked at OOIDA. Recently, the Association's president joined us on the program to talk about his history in the industry and to discuss some of the issues he's been working on. Also, there are more questions than answers about California's AB5 law. So California officials are trying to clear up some of the confusion. Bryce Mongeon of OOIDA's Washington D.C. office explains what we learned from a recent webinar dedicated to the controversial law. And Marty Ellis takes safety very seriously. And that's why a recent event in the news has him ready to issue a warning to truckers who roll far too fast through truck stops. 0:00 – Newscast.  10:13 – Todd Spencer. 24:37 – AB5. 39:23 – Truck stop speeders.

LLN (8/24/22) – The change to the hours-of-service regulations and personal conveyance are just two of the issues OOIDA has been focused on over the years. Recently, we sat down with OOIDA President Todd Spencer to talk about the issues, his history in the industry and to see what he's been working on. Also, loads on the MembersEdge load board are staying steady as August comes to an end. We'll have a full run down. And Marty Ellis usually hears from truckers about problems, but every once in a while he'll hear from them about what they need. And right now, that thing is education. We'll discuss an upcoming opportunity. 0:00 – Newscast.  10:04 – Todd Spencer. 24:56 – August Freight. 39:51 – Truck to Success.

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LLN (3/8/22) – A year ago this month, U.S. Rep. Mike Bost of Illinois introduced the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act. But despite bipartisan support, the bill hasn't really gone anywhere. Why not? Afterward, we'll hear about what it will take to get something done on parking from Todd Spencer and Lewie Pugh of OOIDA. Also on today's program: Lawmakers in six states are trying to end ticket quotas in their jurisdictions, while Michigan officials are working to cut red tape and open the spigot for local road funding. 0:00 – Newscast. 10:14 – Rep. Bost on parking, Part I. 24:47 – Rep. Bost on parking, Part II; OOIDA analysis. 39:37 – Ending ticket quotas; local road funding.

LLN (1/4/22) – Rogel Aguilera-Mederos' 110-year prison sentence has been commuted, making him eligible for parole in 2026. Todd Spencer and Lewie Pugh of OOIDA contend the case is indicative of a bigger problem in trucking. They'll discuss the case, driver training, loopholes in the regulatory system and what happens next. Also, about a dozen states changed their fuel tax for the new year. We'll have a rundown. And Congress has passed a stopgap spending measure to keep the government running. However, unlike past examples, this time it will have a direct, negative impact on transportation, especially highways. 0:00 – Newscast. 09:43 – Lessons from the Aguilera-Mederos case. 23:55 – Fuel tax changes. 38:34 – This time, kicking the can hurts.

LLN (12/22/21) – The White House met with trucking stakeholders, and held a listening session in South Carolina. OOIDA's Todd Spencer explains what happened at the White House meeting; Lewie Pugh discusses the South Carolina event. Also, spot market volumes and rates typically start to settle down this time of year. Stephen Petit of DAT tells us if that's holding true before telling us which routes are hot, which are not. And a stalemate in the Senate has developed over the president's Build Back Better bill – and at the center of the storm is Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia. We'll have an update – including why it matters to you. 0:00 – Newscast. 10:03 – White House talks trucking. 24:40 – What's hot and what's not in freight. 39:33 – Build Back Better blockage.

In a thrilling episode Todd Spencer talks to the media about trucking.  He says drivers want to get paid for their time but do they?  I wonder.  Meera Joshi is leaving the FMCSA before she even got appointed.  Nice.  The vax mandate stands as of this taping but we will see what the Supreme Court … Continue reading Trucking Answers | Trucking News | Automotive | A Reason we are not on Mars →

This week on The 10-44: Tens of millions of doses of COVID vaccines might be distributed over the next month, as well as necessary loads of gloves, swabs, syringes and more. Could that cause rates to spike across the board? Plus: Serious or joking? OOIDA's Todd Spencer asks Biden to consider him for FMCSA boss. Lastly, will he or won't he? Trevor Milton can now legally dump his Nikola shares — just as the company's stock price tanks.

LLN (12/1/20) – Utah considers a hard stand against protests that block highways, while Pennsylvania may use public-private partnerships to help pay for weight stations, rest areas and other truck-related projects. Also, a step in the process to get your own authority is causing delays and difficulties for some truckers, but a solution may be at hand. And today, truck parking is on the federal agenda as officials from across the country meet to discuss solutions. And we’ll have more about the bid by OOIDA’s Todd Spencer to head FMCSA. 0:00 – Newscast. 10:13 – Problem getting authority? Here’s why. 25:05 – Protests that block highways may draw hard response. 40:04 – Truck parking in the spotlight.

LLN (11/30/20) – Todd Spencer has placed his name in consideration to head the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. He’ll explain why he’s interested in the job, and what he might bring to the table. Also, Trooper Tracy Lillard of the Illinois State Police has posted often about her appreciation for professional drivers. She’ll explain why she reaches out to truckers so much and what she hopes to accomplish by it. And driving through inclement weather is always a risk, but it’s even riskier over the winter months when you’re talking about insurance. 0:00 – Newscast. 10:13 – Trooper Tracy. 25:05 – Winter weather and insurance. 40:04 – Todd Spencer seeks FMCSA nod.

LLN (10/29/20) – A proposal now on the table would simply ensure longstanding broker transparency regulations are enforced. That’s what OOIDA President Todd Spencer told an FMCSA listening session earlier this week. Also, we’ll tell you more about a Labor Department attempt to clarify who is an employee or contractor. Washington state’s Supreme Court has ruled on a controversial fee there, while Pennsylvania continues toward revising its “steer clear” law. And in addition to various organizations and companies, a number of individual truckers and brokers spoke at the FMCSA listening session on transparency. We’ll serve up some insight into what they told the agency. 0:00 – Newscast. 10:13 – Todd Spencer at broker transparency listening session; employee vs. contractor update. 25:06 – Washington state fee; Pennsylvania ‘steer clear’ law. 39:49 – What truckers said about broker transparency.

LLN (7/16/20) – OOIDA’s Todd Spencer says few of trucking’s safety regulations actually lead to safer roads, and federal regulators should drop those that don’t. Also, the FMCSA’s acting administrator extends the COVID-19 emergency declaration. A new North Carolina law ensures its fuel tax won’t drop soon; meanwhile, a dispute brews over Washington state’s transportation budget. And social media’s has become a gathering place for truckers, but how effective are those groups at actually changing things? 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 –  Spencer says drop ineffective regulations; emergency declaration extended. 24:39 – North Carolina fuel tax; Washington state transportation budget. 39:08 – Internet groups; highway bill update.

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) continued a busy week on Wednesday (May 13) with a message to the majority and minority leaders of both houses of Congress. The five-page letter included a list of requests for congressional action. “Congress must provide more targeted relief specific to our industry,” the letter stated, and OOIDA recommended a series of steps. This letter followed up on a May 6 missive, sent to all senators and representatives, that asked for a requirement that brokers provide electronic copies of the information required in 49 CFR 371.3 to carriers upon completion of the load, as well as a prohibition on contract clauses requiring carriers to waive their rights to this information. Under 49 CFR 371.3, brokers are required to keep a record of each transaction that includes, among other items, the amount of compensation received by the broker for the brokerage service performed and the name of the payer. Brokers are required to retain these record for three years, and each party to a brokered transaction has the right to review the record of the transaction. OOIDA's May 13 letter reiterated those demands and recommended that broker bond requirements be reformed to serve as a greater deterrent to broker malfeasance. Next was a recommendation that the current suspension by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) of weight and size requirements be lifted because allowing heavier trucks on the road can result in fewer trucks being needed to haul the same amount of freight in a market where there are already too few loads. The FMCSA recently extended the exemption until June 14. The letter went on to recommend a repeal of the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime exemption for truck drivers, saying these laws are outdated. Then came a request for hazard pay for drivers who are working through the COVID-19 pandemic, citing drivers' personal expenses for personal protective equipment, sanitizer and other supplies as part of the justification. The next section of the letter dealt with the Small Business Administration and the inadequacies in the agency's ability to get needed funds into the hands of small business truckers. As in the May 6 letter, OOIDA again asked for a suspension of the heavy vehicle use tax, a $550 annual burden for most Class 8 trucks and their owners. Finally, the letter called for enactment of H.R. 6104, the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act. The letter was signed by OOIDA President and CEO Todd Spencer. OOIDA also issued a “call to action” to its 160,000 members, asking each member to request information in accordance with 49 CFR 371.3 for every load they accept from a broker. Further, OOIDA asked its membership to report any problems with brokers to the association as well as to the National Consumer Complaint Database. Included with the letter to membership were for- letter templates for members to use n requesting the information. In an act of defiance, the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), a trade group representing freight-brokerage businesses, followed the OOIDA call to action with a letter to its own 1,800 member companies, reminding them that making load information available at their place of business only during normal business hours is permissible under the regulations. This practice has been roundly criticized by OOIDA, which said in its letter to congressional representatives, “Brokers know this makes it virtually impossible for most carriers to access records.” In a press release announcing the call to action, the organization included a May 3 tweet sent by President Donald Trump in response to a protest in Washington that started May 1 and is ongoing as of May 14. Rather than acknowledge the protesters, however, OOIDA attributed the reason for the presidential tweet as “public outcry.” Also quoted was the president's later tweet acknowledging that truckers are being price-gouged. The membershi...

              Photo: Surprising Grace in a Park, taken by Todd Spencer, April 2020. Music: …Continue reading →

      Photo: It Is Well With My Soul Park Bench, taken by Todd Spencer, Rampart Park, Colorado Springs Music: My Father’s Smile by Jeff Holmes, on Paul Winter’s 23rd Annual Summer Solstice album* *used with permission        

              Photo: Benet Hill Monastery Entrance, Black Forest, Colorado; take by Todd Spencer on First Saturday Prayer Day, November 2, 2019. Song: The Simple Gospel by United Pursuit, sung by Todd Spencer.

            Photo: Saint Gertrude’s Monastery, Cottonwood, Idaho, taken by Todd Spencer during the Fall 2019 Residency of the Stewards of the Mystery spiritual direction training program. Song: I Will Trust by Marty Reardon and Trinity Music* (https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/trinitymusic6) *used with permission

              Song: Drawing Me Closer, by Stephen Iverson, sung by Todd Spencer

LLN (9/16/19) – Todd Spencer says owner-operators can and will continue to operate if a California bill that would change who is an employee or an independent contractor there becomes law. We'll have what’s happening, some history and how it could affect you. Also, CVSA has appointed itself judge, jury and executioner on roadside inspections. And how an increase in regulations failed to made roads any safer. 0:00-10:10 – Newscast. 10:10-24:44 – California bill on employee classification. 24:44-39:13 – California bill on employee classification, Part II. 39:13-48:58 – CVSA, inspections, regulations and safety 

      Photo: Wilkerson Pass, Colorado; taken by Todd Spencer, August 2019 Music: Ead’s Alpine Experience by Trace Bundy* (tracebundy.com) *used with permission

LLN (8/14/19) – A panel of experts will explain the proposed changes to the hours of service announced earlier today and provide some analysis. Also, OOIDA President and CEO Todd Spencer offers some perspective on the changes. 0:00-10:10 – Newscast. 10:10-24:59 – Panel of experts on hours of service, Part 1. 24:59 -39:14 – Panel of experts on hours of service, Part 2. 39:14-49:07 – OOIDA’s Todd Spencer.

              Photo: Grandmother Tree, Ute Prayer Tree of Fox Run Park in Black Forest, Colorado; taken by Todd Spencer Song: If I Give it All by Will Reagan sung by Todd Spencer

      Photo: Skagway Reservoir, Colorado; taken by Todd Spencer, July 2019 Song: There Is Nowhere by Marty Reardon and Trinity Music* (https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/trinitymusic6) *used with permission

          Song: Drawing Me Closer by Stephen Iverson, sung by Todd Spencer* (https://store.cdbaby.com/artist/StephenIverson) Photo: Burning barn, from https://www.pca.state.mn.us/featured/growing-problem-burning-demolished-farm-buildings *used with permission

        Photo: Mountains from Devil’s Courthouse, North Carolina, taken by Todd Spencer Song: Spirit of the Living God by Audrey Assad, sung by Todd Spencer        

LLN (7/17/19) – Todd Spencer speaks out on a bill in Congress that would increase insurance requirements for truckers. Also, the Pennsylvania toll fight continues as OOIDA takes the appeal of its lawsuit against the Pennsylvania Turnpike back to court. Freight and rates got back to normal after the 4th of July holiday. And Fuel prices dipped slightly this week, and oil prices could pull them lower. 0:00-9:57 – Newscast 9:57-24:42 – PA toll lawsuit 24:42-39:40 – Post-holiday freight; fuel prices dip 39:40-49:31 – Effort to increase insurance minimums

LLN (6/12/19) – Last week during Roadcheck showed some of the highest rates of the year. Also, the underlying economy could be weaker than the numbers indicate. Meanwhile, diesel prices drop for the third week in a row, and oil prices drop sharply. And OOIDA’s Todd Spencer says the trucking industry is broke, and offers way to fix it. 0:00-9:57 – Newscast 9:57-24:42 – Behind the economic numbers 24:42-39:40 – Roadcheck raises rates; diesel price drops 39:40-49:24 – Spencer: Trucking is broke

          Photo: A Forest Chapel, Saint Gertrude’s Monastery; taken by Todd Spencer. Music: Deleted Scene #1, Plowshares by Trace Bundy* (tracebundy.com) *used with permission      

Photo: View from Schweitzer Mountain, Idaho, taken by Todd Spencer, 2018; during Stewards of the Mystery spiritual direction training residency #1. Song: Silence of a Candle, sung by Theresa Thomason with Paul Winter Consort* (paulwinter.com) *used with permission        

              Photo: A Fall Day on the Prayer Path, John Wesley Ranch, taken by Todd Spencer Music: Song to the Mountains by Paul Winter* (paulwinter.come) Benediction Song: May the Lord Bless You and Keep You by Todd Spencer, 2018 *used with permission

OOIDA’s new president is a trucker who sold his rig and went to work representing others in his profession. But how did he get into it in the first place? We’ll have that, plus: what truckers are saying about ELDs, agricultural haulers and the CSA system; and a court action blocking relief for makers of glider kits. 0:00 – 10:10 – Newscast 10:10 – 24:52 – Todd Spencer 24:52 – 39:43 – ELDs, agricultural haulers and the CSA system 39:43 – 49:57 – The latest on glider kits

              Photo: Statue of Saint Francis and the Wolf of Gubbio outside the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis, Santa Fe, New Mexico; taken by Todd Spencer, June 2018. Music: Be Still My Soul, Trinity Music* (https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/trinitymusic6) *used with permission

Changes in the hours of service regulations and the electronic logging device mandate have gained a lot support and interest in Congress. OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., staff and Association President and CEO Todd Spencer have a few thoughts on what this could mean for truck drivers. Also, The Run for the Wall is celebrating 30 years. Mary has those stories.

          Photo: Spring Snow at John Wesley Ranch, Divide, CO, taken by Todd Spencer while preparing to lead Mountain Sabbath Retreat, April 22, 2018. Music: Make Your Home in Me by Stephen Iverson* (www.audiblefaith.com/authors/Stephen+Iverson) *used with permission

Recently, two of OOIDA’s top leaders, Todd Spencer and Lewie Pugh, traveled to our nation’s capital. While there, they met with the new administrator of FMCSA, two members of Congress with big impact on transportation policy, and with congressional staff trying to understand an important trucking issue. Mark Reddig talks with them about their visit – and why it was important.

Have you thought about doing your first Obstacle Course Race, but didn't know where to start? I'm excited to have a conversation with one of my closest friends: Todd Spencer. He's a normal guy (Dad, job, etc), who happens to wear super-hero costumes while competing in 8+ hour Spartan races. We talk about how to get started in OCR and what kind of training you need to focus on to finish one of these grueling, yet fun, races. To follow Todd, and see what costume he'll be wearing this season, he's at @ageaggressively #jaymactris

Photo: Whirlpool Galaxy (credit: NASA/ESA) Song: Be the Center by Michael Frye, sung by Todd Spencer      

Artwork: Holding the Light by Jan Richardson* (janrichardsonimages.com) Song: God is My Light by Todd Spencer *used with permission      

As everyone likely knows by now, an amendment to delay the ELD mandate by a year didn’t make it past the House in Congress. But, as Mary McKenna finds out from OOIDA executive vice president Todd Spencer, the association isn’t done with this issue by a long shot. Plus, she’ll talk with Gary Biller of the National Motorists Association about split speed limits.

Last week, Jim Johnston, Todd Spencer, Rod Nofziger and Mike Matousek of OOIDA talked with a number of members during a conference call, answering questions about ELDs and other hot issues in the industry. Mary McKenna will bring us some highlights.

The Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee – which advises the FCMSA on a number of issues – had its most recent meeting this week. OOIDA’s executive vice president Todd Spencer was there. Terry Scruton talks with him about what went on.

Last week was Infrastructure Week – but America’s infrastructure is in lousy shape. And OOIDA’s Todd Spencer says unless we get better leadership on the issues from our nation’s capital, the problem is likely to remain – and possibly produce even worse problems. Terry Scruton reports.

As you may have heard by now, OOIDA launched a campaign to Knock Out Bad Regs earlier this year. Terry Scruton gets the latest on that campaign – and why it’s important for you to be a part of it – from OOIDA Executive Vice President Todd Spencer.

As online retailers rise, traditional stores are closing their doors. And it’s having a big effect on trucking. Reed Black talks with James Stevenson of TMW Systems. Also: a state trooper’s quick action saved a trucker from recent wildfires on the Plains; and Todd Spencer discusses changes to the 34-hour restart.

OOIDA's "Knock Out Bad Regs" effort to hold the Trump administration accountable for its pledge to ease regulatory burdens, as they relate in this case to small business trucking, spurred this conversation at the Mid-America Trucking Show in March 2017. Overdrive's Todd Dills spoke with OOIDA Executive Vice President Todd Spencer and OOIDA board member and small fleet owner Monte Wiederhold (with a brief appearance near the end by owner-operator Marion Spray) about just where the association's case against the ELD mandate is (pending to the Supreme Court) and what's happening all around the nation as truckers take matters into their own hands delivering the message to lawmakers.

Todd Spencer preaches from 2 Corinthians 1:3-10 on Christ's comfort in our afflictions.