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The Oakley Podcast
The Oakley Podcast: From the Archives - Wheels of Wisdom: A Father, Son, and a Love for Trucking

The Oakley Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 50:36


We're taking a look back at some of our favorite episodes of 2025. This week on the Oakley Podcast, Megan Cummings and Dustin Eagle bring you another great episode as they welcome Fred & Jerome Levy. Fred is an Owner/Operator here at Oakley, and his son Jerome is already planning his trucking career. Fred, who started driving with Pepsi and transitioned to over-the-road trucking, discusses his career path and joining Oakley Trucking. Jerome, already knowledgeable in the industry, demonstrates an intense interest in trucking, using American Truck Simulator and already planning to start his own company in the future. The episode explores changes in the trucking industry, the importance of family values, understanding of trucking regulations, and truck models. Key takeaways include the evolving nature of trucking, the significance of mentorship even from parent to child, the potential for young, passionate individuals to innovate in the transportation industry, and so much more.Key topics in today's conversation include:Welcome to the Episode (0:46)Oakley Trucking Recruiting Needs (1:19)Celebrity Encounter Story (4:54)Preview of the Episode & Past Highlights (9:30)Introducing Fred and Jerome Levy (13:31)Fred's Early Trucking Career (17:35)Jerome's Introduction to Trucking and Passion for Trucks (20:45)Fred on Family, Purpose, and Jerome's Passion (24:43)Fred's Career Path Before Oakley (26:26)Fred's Experience at Oakley (30:01)Jerome's Business Aspirations (33:51)Changes in Trucking Over the Years (37:58)Trucking Regulations and Cleanliness (41:13)Jerome's Training and Future Plans (45:25)Generational Lessons and Family Support (47:41)Final Thoughts and Conclusion (49:12)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast
Fleet Profitability Unleashed: The Optimal Dynamics Advantage with Zach Schuhart

The Logistics of Logistics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 50:36


In "Fleet Profitability Unleashed: The Optimal Dynamics Advantage", Joe Lynch and Zach Schuchart, Senior Vice President, Head of Sales at Optimal Dynamics, discuss how decades of academic research and advanced decision intelligence are being used to automate complex logistics and maximize carrier profitability. Zach Schuchart Zach Schuchart is the Senior Vice President, Head of Sales at Optimal Dynamics. He has over 20 years of experience in the North American and European transportation industries, including roles at UPS, CHAINalytics, and XPO, he brings deep expertise and leadership to the Optimal Dynamics team. As Head of Sales, he oversees a talented group of Account Executives and Solutions Engineers, guiding prospective customers through the evaluation of advanced optimization solutions that drive operational success. About Optimal Dynamics  Optimal Dynamics provides the decision intelligence layer that powers logistics transformation. Born out of 40 years of research at Princeton University, Optimal Dynamics leverages proprietary artificial intelligence technology to automate, optimize, and radically improve decision-making across trucking and transportation operations. Headquartered in New York City, Optimal Dynamics is backed by marquee investors including Koch Disruptive Technologies, Bessemer Venture Partners, The Westly Group, and Activate Capital. Learn more at www.optimaldynamics.com. Key Takeaways: Fleet Profitability Unleashed: The Optimal Dynamics Advantage In "Fleet Profitability Unleashed: The Optimal Dynamics Advantage", Joe Lynch and Zach Schuchart, Senior Vice President, Head of Sales at Optimal Dynamics, discuss how decades of academic research and advanced decision intelligence are being used to automate complex logistics and maximize carrier profitability. From Research to Reality: The Princeton Pedigree. Optimal Dynamics isn't just another tech startup; it is built on 40 years of academic research from Princeton University. This provides a level of scientific rigor and proprietary AI that differentiates their solutions from standard off-the-shelf logistics software. The Power of "Decision Intelligence". While many platforms focus on data visibility (showing you what is happening), Zach highlights the shift toward Decision Intelligence. This layer automates and optimizes the choice itself, helping carriers move from reactive management to proactive, data-driven execution. Bridging the Gap Between Planning and Execution. Leveraging Zach's 20+ years of experience at giants like UPS and XPO, the episode explores how traditional planning often fails when it hits the "real world." Optimal Dynamics focuses on creating dynamic plans that account for the inherent volatility in trucking operations. Leveraging High-Dimensional Artificial Intelligence. The core technology focuses on solving "high-dimensional" problems. Instead of looking at simple variables, the platform uses AI to process thousands of data points simultaneously—such as driver hours, fuel costs, and lane profitability—to find the "Optimal" solution. Automating the Complexities of Trucking. Automation isn't just about replacing manual tasks; it's about augmenting human capability. Zach discusses how their solutions allow sales and operations teams to evaluate complex scenarios in minutes rather than days, drastically reducing the "evaluation-to-action" cycle. Maximizing Profitability in Volatile Markets. In an industry with razor-thin margins, "Optimal Dynamics" means finding the most profitable way to move freight despite fluctuating market conditions. The platform helps fleets identify which loads to accept and how to route them to ensure maximum fleet utilization. Strategic Backing for Long-Term Transformation. The company's growth is fueled by marquee investors like Bessemer Venture Partners and Koch Disruptive Technologies. This level of backing underscores the industry's belief that Optimal Dynamics is a foundational player in the future of global logistics infrastructure. Learn More About Fleet Profitability Unleashed: The Optimal Dynamics Advantage Zach Schuchart Optimal Dynamics | Linkedin Optimal Dynamics Optimizing for the Future: D.M. Bowman Embraces Decision Automation Shifting From Manual Grind to Automated Growth Driving Strategic Growth and Innovation with Decision Automation How Smarter Planning Leads to Stronger Performance Rapid Transformation and Record-Breaking Results at Grand Island Express During Freight Recession, BCB Transport Sees 19.6% Increase in Revenue Per Truck After Embracing Artificial Decision Intelligence The Logistics of Logistics Podcast If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a positive review, subscribe, and share it with your friends and colleagues. The Logistics of Logistics Podcast: Google, Apple, Castbox, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Tunein, Podbean, Owltail, Libsyn, Overcast Check out The Logistics of Logistics on Youtube

FTR State of Freight
Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning January 5, 2026

FTR State of Freight

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 20:23


 In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we discuss the changes in the for-hire trucking firm population in December and the number of heavy-duty truck orders during the month. We also review U.S. Gross Domestic Product for the third quarter and several indicators of the industrial sector. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight as usual.   The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR's Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.Download the PDF: https://ftrintel.com/trucking-podcast Support the show

Coffee w/#The Freight Coach
1358. #TFCP - Stop Punishing the Good Guys: A Tax Credit Trucking Needs Now!

Coffee w/#The Freight Coach

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 34:08


How bad has freight fraud really gotten, and what's it costing the carriers who are doing things the right way? Today, we've got Pamela Polyak from Polyak Trucking back to the show to explain how fraud in trucking is escalating fast and why legitimate carriers are being forced to spend more time proving they're real than actually moving freight! She talks about the outdated carrier vetting systems, rising insurance costs, stolen loads, and the growing compliance burden crushing small trucking companies, especially one-to-ten truck operations.  We get into real solutions, including government-backed tax credits for compliant carriers, modernized federal databases, real-time carrier verification, stronger enforcement with meaningful penalties, and why rewarding good actors matters just as much as punishing bad ones. If you care about freight fraud prevention, carrier compliance, trucking industry reform, and protecting legitimate carriers from being priced out by criminals, this is a straight-shooting conversation you don't want to miss!   Connect with Pamela Website: https://polyaktrucking.com/ / https://polyakconsulting.com/  Email: pam@polyaktrucking.com / pam@polyakconsulting.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pampolyak/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pamelapolyak/?hl=en  

Keeping It Roehl
United Way 2025 Recap

Keeping It Roehl

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 34:23


Brent K. & Julie S. join Travis to recap the 2025 United Way Campaign where TeamRoehl once again set a new fundraising record. They talk about the different events we held and look forward to 2026. 

Texas Ag Today
Texas Ag Today - January 2, 2026

Texas Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 23:48


*The payment rates are out for the Farmer Bridge Assistance program.  *USDA has had a quick response to last week's screwworm detection in northern Mexico.  *Trucking regulations have a big impact on livestock auction markets. *The outlook for row crops on the Texas High Plains looks similar to this past year.  *Farm labor is a continuing challenge for the Texas pork industry.  *New trade agreements are good news for U.S. corn growers.  *Farmers in the Texas Rolling Plains are trying to figure out what to do next.  *Feeding insulin resistant horses correctly is critical to their survival.

America's Truckin' Network
America's Trucking Network 1-1-26

America's Truckin' Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 36:53 Transcription Available


Kevin explains the 12 Days of Christmas. He also looks at the evolution of New Year's celebrations. Kevin looks at what 2026 holds for the economy with Phil Flynn of Market Insights.

America's Truckin' Network
America's Trucking Network 1-1-26

America's Truckin' Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 36:54 Transcription Available


Kevin explains the 12 Days of Christmas. He also looks at the evolution of New Year's celebrations. Kevin looks at what 2026 holds for the economy with Phil Flynn of Market Insights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

700 WLW On-Demand
America's Trucking Network 1-1-26

700 WLW On-Demand

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 36:09


Kevin explains the 12 Days of Christmas. He also looks at the evolution of New Year's celebrations. Kevin looks at what 2026 holds for the economy with Phil Flynn of Market Insights.

MeatRx
Health on the Highway- Overcoming the Unhealthiest Industry | Dr. Shawn Baker & Brandon

MeatRx

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 41:29


Brandon fought an uphill battle to improve his health while working in an industry that leaves many on a health decline. With implementing a carnivore diet while on the road, Brandon improved brain fog, fatigue, joint pain, pre diabetes, inflammation, obesity, lethargy, and physical ticks. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehighwayhealthcoach/ Youtube: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581640678720&ref=pl_edit_xav_ig_profile_page_web# TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehighwayhealthcoach Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:38 Introduction 04:05 Helping truckers regain health 07:35 Weight loss and sedentary lifestyle 10:57 Truck cooking with air fryer 16:15 Truck driving strain relief 17:18 Adapting to unpredictable driving hours 22:44 Truck workouts and flexibility 25:43 Optimizing driving hours for truckers 28:15 Truck stop safety and parking challenges 31:39 Safety concerns for truck drivers 34:00 Auxiliary power units in trucks 38:12 Trucking health challenges & solutions 40:32 Where to find Brandon Join Revero now to regain your health: https://revero.com/YT Revero.com is an online medical clinic for treating chronic diseases with this root-cause approach of nutrition therapy. You can get access to medical providers, personalized nutrition therapy, biomarker tracking, lab testing, ongoing clinical care, and daily coaching. You will also learn everything you need with educational videos, hundreds of recipes, and articles to make this easy for you. Join the Revero team (medical providers, etc): https://revero.com/jobs ‪#Revero #ReveroHealth #shawnbaker  #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree Disclaimer: The content on this channel is not medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider.

The Oakley Podcast
The Oakley Podcast: From the Archives - The Guilty by Association Truck Show: Inside the Chrome Shop Mafia World

The Oakley Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 33:54


We're taking a look back at some of our favorite episodes of 2025. This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett welcomes Bryan “Bossman” Martin, Owner of 4 State Trucks/Chrome Shop Mafia in Joplin, Missouri. During the episode, Bryan shares his journey from a mechanic to a leader in the custom truck industry, detailing the evolution of his business from a small parts store to a renowned custom truck shop. He discusses the impact of the "Trick My Truck" TV show on his business and the growth of his truck show. The episode highlights the sense of community in trucking, Bryan's future plans for 4 State Trucks and Chrome Shop Mafia, and so much more.Key topics in today's conversation include:Bryan's Background in Trucking (2:05)Evolution of 4 State Trucks (3:23)Impact of "Trick My Truck" (7:08)Reality of Reality TV (8:37)Origin of Chrome Shop Mafia (10:46)Trends in Truck Customization (16:24)Guilty by Association Truck Show Origins (20:26)Entertainment at the Truck Show (24:44)Community and Camaraderie in the Trucking Community (27:16)Future Plans for 4 State Trucks (28:05)Location and Accessibility for 4 State Trucks (30:14)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (32:04)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Personal Injury Marketing Mastermind
378. Best PIMoments Replay: Client First Strategy for PI Growth, Intake, + Trucking | Monty Cain

Personal Injury Marketing Mastermind

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 12:26


Monty L. Cain is the owner and managing attorney at Cain Law Injury Attorneys, based in Oklahoma City. With nearly 30 years of trial experience, he specializes in personal injury litigation, with a focus on traumatic brain injury (TBI) and trucking accidents, and has recovered over $100 million in verdicts and settlements for clients. Monty is widely recognized for his appellate win in Fox v. Mize, which expanded negligent-entrustment claims against unsafe commercial carriers—reshaping how trucking cases are tried in Oklahoma and beyond. In this episode, Monty shares how he treats law like customer service, retooling intake, and training his team to spot mild TBI patterns; he uncovered value hiding in plain sight. On trucking files, he goes past the driver to expose carrier‑level failures—and he helped cement the right to bring those claims in Oklahoma courts. The result: more signed cases, stronger case value, and referrals that snowball. Listen to the full episode with Monty Cain on Personal Injury Mastermind, powered by Rankings.io below: Spotify Apple Podcasts Watch the Episodes On YouTube Monty Cain: Cain Law Injury Attorneys If you like what you hear, hit subscribe. We do this every week. Get Social! Personal Injury Mastermind (PIM) powered by Rankings.io is on Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

Six-Figure Trucker
EP168: More Than Miles: Jaboris Christian on Family, Focus, and Driveaway Trucking

Six-Figure Trucker

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 11:32


Last time on the Six Figure Trucker, we were introduced to Jaboris Christian, a six-year veteran of driveaway trucking. We're pleased to welcome him back today to dive a little deeper into his personal life. On today's episode, Jaboris shares how he seeks to manage his time in order to prioritize his wife and two precious daughters. His 7 and 3-year old girls keep his wheels spinning in more ways than one! He also sheds light on his academic background in Computer Graphics Technology at Purdue University and how he and his wife have leveraged their degrees and skills to start two businesses: 'A Michelle Designs' focusing on web development and brand promotions, and 'Ambitious Mentality,' a clothing brand aimed at promoting inspiration through catchy slogans like “Live Ambitious” or “Do what you Love and Succeed”. All this and more as we peek behind the scenes into the life of Jaboris Christian on today's edition of the #SixFigureTruckerShow Notes:Welcome Jaboris Christian back to the show! (0:43)Balancing Time between Family and Freeways (1:22)Both Graduates of Purdue, Jaboris and his wife both employ their degrees and skills toward creative entrepreneurial ends (2:25)Marriage, Daughters, and Disney! (9:00)Keep Trucking, Jaboris! The Six-Figure Trucker is a weekly podcast about driveaway trucking brought to you by Norton Transport. For more information or to subscribe, please visit Six-FigureTrucker.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers
LP1510 Lead Pedal Podcast: The Trucking Year in Review – Highlights and Thanks

The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 12:26


Lead Pedal Podcast: The Trucking Year in Review – Highlights & Thanks In this special Year-in-Review episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, we look back at the moments that shaped the trucking industry over the past year. From industry trends and driver conversations to standout interviews and key topics that mattered most to truckers, this episode wraps it all up in one place. We also want to send out a huge thank you to our listeners, guests, and sponsors for supporting the Lead Pedal Podcast and helping us continue to bring trucking stories, insights, and conversations to the road. If you're a company driver, owner-operator, or fleet professional, this episode is a great way to reflect on where trucking has been—and where it's headed next.

Just Another Trucking Podcast
The Trucker's Guide to Time Travel & Christmas Traditions

Just Another Trucking Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2025 110:01


#podcast #jatp #Trucking #hgv What happens when you put three truckers in a room and ask them how to survive in the 1800s? You get a 10-minute debate on whether a steam-powered helicopter could actually fly and a realization that none of them actually know how to make plastic. This week, Tom is stressing over his car's MOT, Chloe is dreading a trip to the toy store, and David is trying to convince everyone that his "idea guy" persona would make him the Steve Jobs of the Middle Ages.Come for the trucking talk (including Chloe's unfortunate encounter with a very tall tree), but stay for the part where they discover the Bible has "bonus content" and that "Jingle Bells" isn't actually about Christmas. Whether you're interested in the mechanics of a ballpoint pen or the cultural phenomenon of eating KFC in Japan for Christmas dinner, this episode has absolutely everything—except, perhaps, a coherent plan for time travel.So let's strap down, let's strap in, and let's do this.http://patreon.com/JATP to support our channel.Check out Salmonslap.com to buy merchIf you are new to our Trucking Podcast, our hosts all have their own Youtube channels; Tom from Expect For Access, Chloe from Skip ChickDavid from My Trucking Skills.Tom and Chloe have their class 1 licenses and drive their HGV in the UK. David, being an Irishman has only driven trucks in America (20 years). Chloe drives a skip truck, hence her name SkipChick, and Tom is a Tipper Truck Driver. We chat with other truckers, mainly drivers who have a social media presence, but all are welcome. It is a great fun time for all!!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/just-another-trucking-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Personal Injury Marketing Mastermind
Most Replayed: 376. Best PIMoments Replay: 3 Pillars of Trucking | David Craig

Personal Injury Marketing Mastermind

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2025 12:47


David Craig is the co-founder and managing partner of Craig, Kelley & Faultless, one of the nation's leading trucking law firms. With over 25 years of experience, David has become a nationally recognized authority in truck accident litigation. He is one of fewer than 80 Board-Certified Truck Accident Attorneys in the country, a distinction that sets his firm apart in a crowded field. Beyond the courtroom, David is a bestselling author of multiple books, including Semitruck Wreck and The Biggest Mistakes Clients Make When Hiring a Lawyer. His works educate consumers on how to choose the right lawyer — and why the wrong choice can cost millions. In this episode, David shares the 3 Pillars of Proof that helped him dominate one of the toughest niches in law and get 80% of his cases directly from consumers.  Listen to the full episode with David Craig on Personal Injury Mastermind, powered by Rankings.io, below: Spotify Apple Podcasts Watch the Episodes On YouTube David Craig: Craig, Kelley & Faultless If you like what you hear, hit subscribe. We do this every week. Get Social! Personal Injury Mastermind (PIM) powered by Rankings.io is on Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

The Oakley Podcast
The Oakley Podcast: From the Archives - Open Skies to Open Roads: A Pilot's Unique Journey From Flying to Trucking

The Oakley Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 63:24


We're taking a look back at some of our favorite episodes of 2025. This week on the Oakley Podcast, hosts Jeremy Kellett and Megan Cummings welcome Brad Page, one of our owner/operators at Oakley Trucking. During the episode, Brad shares his incredible journey as a commercial airline pilot for over 30 years to the open road of being an owner-operator. The discussion covers Brad's memorable flying experiences, including challenging landings and his work in medevac missions. The episode also touches on Brad's family, his sons' careers in engineering and mechanics, the evolving technology in the trucking industry, comparisons between being a pilot and an owner-operator, and so much more. Key topics in today's conversation include:Previewing the Upcoming Episode (1:14)Changes in the Office (6:31)Megan's New Role (7:30)Listener Interaction Segment (9:29)Brad's Background and Aviation Career (13:35)Medevac Job Explanation (17:12)Becoming a Pilot (18:57)Commuter Airline Job (22:17)Challenges of Airline Piloting (25:32)Air Conditioning on Planes (34:31)Landing in Windy Conditions (37:05)Transition from Aviation to Trucking (39:01)Consulting Work Post-Retirement (42:03)Joining Oakley Trucking (46:55)Learning the Ropes at Oakley (51:09)Making Pilot Announcements (58:03)Technology in Trucking (59:18)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (1:01:04)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Keeping It Roehl
Bonus! Merry Christmas from TeamRoehl

Keeping It Roehl

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2025 2:44


In this bonus episode, we hear from podcast guests, hosts (new and old) and other members of TeamRoehl. 

Chris Hand
Danielle Chaffin clears the Confusion on ILLEGALS in TRUCKING + Top 10 toys of 2025 for Christmas with Kennedy Hand

Chris Hand

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 35:12


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Chris Hand
The Kennedy Hand Show Talking Christmas Mount Rushmore Plus Danielle Chaffin shines light on ILLEGALS IN TRUCKING

Chris Hand

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 34:30


Hour 1 on the Chris Hand Show | Tuesday 12-23-25See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

JOHN CHOQUE is Touching People For Heaven
DAY 52 ☕️ FIRST BOOK — GEC Truth Study " s t u d y " December 23, 2025.

JOHN CHOQUE is Touching People For Heaven

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 135:17


The Vicki McKenna Show
Vicki McKenna Show - Making Trucking Safer Again with Guest Host Matt Kittle

The Vicki McKenna Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 99:00


Commercial Vehicle Training Association Director Andy Poliakoff, Wedding Barn Owner Jean Bahn, Author Brian Reisinger, Oversight Project's Kyle Brosnan, Parent Joe Abraham, Author Dennis Kneale

The Landing; A Timber Industry Podcast
The Landing EP66: Muse Trucking

The Landing; A Timber Industry Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 95:49


In today's episode I sit down with Frank, Kathie and Jonny Muse and talk with them about how they came to be the business they are today. Frank and Kathie have worked together for many years, and they wouldn't want it any other way. Building and growing a business for them has always been about family, treating their employees and customers right, and never being a single service outfit.We also talk about their involvement in the Sierra Cascade Logging Conference and how they've grown strong connections between industry and the community through their work with the SCLC. The annual Forest Products and Construction Equipment Expo will be held at the Shasta District Fair & Event Center in Anderson, California from Thursday February 5th to Saturday February 7th, 2026. The area will be filled with vendors from all sides of the industry, a log loading competition and an excavator rodeo. You won't want to miss this event.I would like to thank Frank, Kathie and Jonny for taking time out of their busy day to sit down and chat with me.

FreightCasts
The Daily | December 22, 2025

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 6:40


In this episode of the Daily from FreightWaves, we dive into the escalating risks facing global logistics, starting with a $200K cargo theft that exposes growing fraud schemes in trucking industry and highlights the sophisticated digital deception threatening shippers. Impersonators posing as a global engineering firm used fake paperwork to steal merchandise from a small business, underscoring a reported 29% spike in cargo theft incidents. We also analyze the historic UP, NS: Merger will create 10,000 single-line service lanes, shift 105k truckloads to rail, a strategic move designed to reverse a decade-long decline in rail market share. This massive consolidation targets "watershed markets" and aims to reduce transit times by up to 70 hours on key routes by eliminating costly interchanges. In regulatory news, the New York City bill that targeted Amazon won't get taken up in 2025, avoiding a potential legal battle over interstate commerce despite having supermajority support in the City Council. Meanwhile, infrastructure concerns take center stage after over-sized cargo strikes six Oklahoma overpasses, forcing closures and prompting an emergency declaration for expensive repairs along the Will Rogers Turnpike. Legal scrutiny intensifies as a judge denies summary judgment in deaf driver applicant's rejection, allowing a discrimination suit against Wilson Logistics to proceed to trial. On the global front, the Federal Maritime Commission is escalating a dispute as the US weighs sanctions as Spanish port ban escalates over denied docking access for U.S.-flagged vessels bound for Israel. Finally, we discuss the critical distinction highlighted in The Difference Between a Truck Owner and a Business Owner in Trucking, emphasizing how intentional systems—not just hustle—are essential for survival. This episode challenges listeners to consider whether they are building a fragile operation dependent on personal effort or a durable business asset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FTR State of Freight
Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning December 22, 2025

FTR State of Freight

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 20:32


In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we review several metrics that suggest that trucking capacity has tightened, including stronger than seasonal performance for spot rates. We also discuss some key economic indicators, including retail sales, home sales, and consumer inflation. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR's Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.Download the PDF: https://ftrintel.com/trucking-podcast Support the show

Keeping It Roehl
Jim & RADAR

Keeping It Roehl

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 64:34


RADAR returns to catch up with Jim, a former trainee that RADAR helped learn how to be successful. Jim was a police officer before coming to Roehl, and he shares the benefits of making the change to become a truck driver. 

The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers
LP1507 Trucking in the Santa Claus Parade: What It's Really Like Behind the Wheel | Lead Pedal Podcast

The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 8:33


Trucking in the Santa Claus Parade: What It's Really Like Behind the Wheel  In this festive episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, Bruce Outridge dives into the unique world of trucking in a Santa Claus Parade. What's it like to maneuver a big rig through packed streets lined with excited families? How do drivers prep their trucks, handle safety, stay in the holiday spirit, and work with parade organizers? From decorating the truck to waving at kids to dealing with tight corners, short stops, and crowd control, we break down the experience from a driver's point of view. If you've ever wondered how truckers help bring Christmas magic to life, this episode puts you right in the driver's seat. Tune in for stories, tips, and a festive look at trucking during the holiday season—Lead Pedal style. This episode is sponsored by Bison Transport with many opportunities for truck drivers in their fleet across Canada. At Bison – they put Safety First Bison's "Right to Decide" Policy gives every Driver their ultimate protection. Drivers make the final decision if it is safe to drive and Bison actively encourages Driver's use of this policy.    You can learn more about Bison and the opportunities available at www.bisondriving.com   or call 1-800-527-5781 @BisonTransport #bisontransport   Have you heard of RS2000 Tax Services offering accounting services throughout Ontario? The firm specializes in truck drivers, owner operators, and farm based businesses. Work with people who know exactly what operators in your industry require to be profitable. Learn more at www.RS2000tax.com or call 1-800-304-3986   This episode is sponsored by Rosedale Transport offering career opportunities for truck drivers with their large network. You can learn more at www.rosedalegroup.com   About the Podcast The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers helps truck drivers improve their truck driving careers, trucking businesses as owner operators, CDL skills, find trucking jobs, and offer trucking tips. Learn about the trucking benefits and salaries as a professional truck driver through interviews and tips related to the North American Trucking Industry. The Lead Pedal Podcast is a Canadian based trucking podcast focused on trucking in Canada. LISTEN TO THE PODCAST- The show is available at www.theleadpedalpodcast.com , Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartradio, SoundCloud, and other popular podcast platforms. Thanks for listening JOIN THE LEAD PEDAL PODCAST FAN CLUB  www.LeadPedalFanClub.com  LISTEN TO LEAD PEDAL RADIO at www.LeadPedalRadio.com  The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers talks all things trucking for people in the transportation industry helping them improve their business and careers. Interviews with industry professionals and truck drivers, trucking information, and other features on the industry are meant to be helpful for truck drivers and those in transportation. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers has main episodes released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with bonus material on other days. You can learn more about the host and show on our website and make sure to SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  What does The Lead Pedal Podcast mean? The Lead (pronounced - Led) stands for acceleration or fast-track of your career or business. It is a play on words and we certainly are not here promoting speeding in the industry. We are hoping this information will help you become a professional driver faster than if you didn't know about many of these topics. Are you enjoying the show? If so we would appreciate you leaving us a rating and review on your favourite podcast platform. www.theleadpedalpodcast.com  Join The Lead Pedal Fan Club where are loyal fans get first chance at specials, discounts on merchandise and much more.The club is free to join and you can learn more at www.theleadpedalfanclub.com   

FreightWaves NOW
The Daily | December 22, 2025

FreightWaves NOW

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 6:10


In this episode of the Daily from FreightWaves, we dive into the escalating risks facing global logistics, starting with a $200K cargo theft that exposes growing fraud schemes in trucking industry and highlights the sophisticated digital deception threatening shippers. Impersonators posing as a global engineering firm used fake paperwork to steal merchandise from a small business, underscoring a reported 29% spike in cargo theft incidents. We also analyze the historic UP, NS: Merger will create 10,000 single-line service lanes, shift 105k truckloads to rail, a strategic move designed to reverse a decade-long decline in rail market share. This massive consolidation targets "watershed markets" and aims to reduce transit times by up to 70 hours on key routes by eliminating costly interchanges. In regulatory news, the New York City bill that targeted Amazon won't get taken up in 2025, avoiding a potential legal battle over interstate commerce despite having supermajority support in the City Council. Meanwhile, infrastructure concerns take center stage after over-sized cargo strikes six Oklahoma overpasses, forcing closures and prompting an emergency declaration for expensive repairs along the Will Rogers Turnpike. Legal scrutiny intensifies as a judge denies summary judgment in deaf driver applicant's rejection, allowing a discrimination suit against Wilson Logistics to proceed to trial. On the global front, the Federal Maritime Commission is escalating a dispute as the US weighs sanctions as Spanish port ban escalates over denied docking access for U.S.-flagged vessels bound for Israel. Finally, we discuss the critical distinction highlighted in The Difference Between a Truck Owner and a Business Owner in Trucking, emphasizing how intentional systems—not just hustle—are essential for survival. This episode challenges listeners to consider whether they are building a fragile operation dependent on personal effort or a durable business asset. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FreightCasts
WHAT THE TRUCK?!? | Trucking Into Tomorow

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 45:30


On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris breaks down the biggest stories shaping freight as we head toward the end of 2025. Malcolm covers major industry headlines including the pending Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern rail merger, long-term investment at the Port of New York and New Jersey, consolidation in auto transport logistics, and a high-profile cargo theft case that underscores ongoing risk across the supply chain. The show features an in-depth conversation with Valentina Jordan, CEO and co-founder of Nauta, and Rafa Santiago, COO and co-founder, as they unveil Nauta's AI-powered inventory optimization engine. They explain how SKU-level visibility, harmonized data, and agentic AI workflows are helping shippers reduce stockouts, improve fill rates, and create more predictable freight flows that benefit truckers, 3PLs, and brokers alike. The discussion explores real-world customer wins, faster time to value, and how better inventory planning leads to smoother routes, consistent loads, and stronger revenue across the network. Later in the episode, Malcolm is joined in studio by Virind Gujral, CEO and founder of EV Bots. Virind shares his journey from fleet operations to building autonomous robotic solutions for EV fleet charging. He explains how EV Bots is tackling one of the biggest barriers to electric fleet adoption by eliminating driver downtime, optimizing charging costs, and automating vehicle inspections and maintenance checks. The conversation dives into Chattanooga's growing innovation ecosystem, pilot deployments, and what the future holds for electric fleets and logistics automation. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Coffee w/#The Freight Coach
1351. #TFCP - From M&A to Enforcement: Trucking's 2026 Reality!

Coffee w/#The Freight Coach

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 28:17


The trucking industry is heading into a pivotal year. In this episode, we break down trucking's 2026 reality, where mergers and acquisitions collide with increased enforcement and regulation. We unpack why trucking M&A is expected to accelerate in 2026, driven by rate cuts, private equity interest, and consolidation into specialized freight segments. At the same time, states are expanding ICE 287(g) partnerships, increasing roadside enforcement tied to driver compliance, labor eligibility, and safety standards. This episode connects the dots between industry consolidation, labor pressure, regulatory enforcement, and operational risk, giving carriers, brokers, and logistics leaders a clear view of what's coming—and how to prepare. If you want to understand how trucking growth, workforce availability, and compliance enforcement will shape the next 12–18 months, this is a must-listen!   Resources / References https://www.ttnews.com/articles/states-ice-partnerships-2025 https://www.ttnews.com/articles/mergers-acquisitions-2026  

What The Truck?!?
Trucking Into Tomorrow

What The Truck?!?

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 45:30


On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris breaks down the biggest stories shaping freight as we head toward the end of 2025. Malcolm covers major industry headlines including the pending Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern rail merger, long-term investment at the Port of New York and New Jersey, consolidation in auto transport logistics, and a high-profile cargo theft case that underscores ongoing risk across the supply chain. The show features an in-depth conversation with Valentina Jordan, CEO and co-founder of Nauta, and Rafa Santiago, COO and co-founder, as they unveil Nauta's AI-powered inventory optimization engine. They explain how SKU-level visibility, harmonized data, and agentic AI workflows are helping shippers reduce stockouts, improve fill rates, and create more predictable freight flows that benefit truckers, 3PLs, and brokers alike. The discussion explores real-world customer wins, faster time to value, and how better inventory planning leads to smoother routes, consistent loads, and stronger revenue across the network. Later in the episode, Malcolm is joined in studio by Virind Gujral, CEO and founder of EV Bots. Virind shares his journey from fleet operations to building autonomous robotic solutions for EV fleet charging. He explains how EV Bots is tackling one of the biggest barriers to electric fleet adoption by eliminating driver downtime, optimizing charging costs, and automating vehicle inspections and maintenance checks. The conversation dives into Chattanooga's growing innovation ecosystem, pilot deployments, and what the future holds for electric fleets and logistics automation. Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real Estate Money School
The Trucker Financial Trap and How to Escape It w/ Dexter Holiday

Real Estate Money School

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 54:21


For a lot of truckers, you can make great money hauling loads across the country, but it comes with a catch: the wheels have to keep turning for the money to keep coming in.  There's no automatic runway to financial freedom, no built-in exit strategy, just the quiet expectation that you'll drive until your body says you can't. And the obvious alternatives like owning trucks, hiring drivers, scaling through fleet operations aren't as simple or as stable as they sound.  Most truckers end up in a loop that looks a lot like the rest of America's financial reality: you earn, you spend, you start over. The numbers change, but the pattern doesn't. That's where infinite banking enters the conversation, not as a magic button, but as a system that gives truckers a way to make their money work even when they're not on the road.  But here's the part most people miss: Infinite banking only works if you do. Because there's a trap almost everyone falls into. You pay off your debts, you free up all that cash flow… and then you let it drift back into a traditional bank account, where it gets spent, swallowed, or forgotten.  And this same pattern shows up in another overlooked area of trucking: health. The lifestyle is notoriously hard on the body: long hours sitting, fast food at every stop, poor sleep, and constant stress. It's easy to wake up one day and realize your finances aren't the only thing stuck in a loop you never intended to be in. In this episode, I'm joined by Dexter Holiday, a longtime trucker who set out to rewrite both his financial and health trajectory. We explore what it looks like to step out of the financial and health cycles of trucking.  We unpack the strategy, the mistakes, the course corrections, and the mindset shifts required to make it all work in real life.   Things You'll Learn In This Episode  Infinite Banking only works if you doMost people succeed in paying off debt but fail to recapture the payments and lose thousands in the process. How do you start thinking and acting like the bank? Debt freedom isn't the goal; debt management is Dexter cleared his debts, then unknowingly recreated them because the old habits were still in place. How do you stop yourself from sliding back into the same financial patterns you're trying to escape? Discipline creates wealth and health The same mindset that made Dexter financially stable helped him reverse diabetes, transform his energy, and rebuild his body. Why do money problems and health problems stem from the same root behaviors, and how do you change them? Fasting can undo what the road does to your body Trucking beats up your health, long hours sitting, constant snacking, and limited food options. How did fasting give Dexter's body the break it needed to repair itself and reverse the damage?   About the Guest Dexter Holiday is a longtime trucker who has spent years navigating the financial and physical demands of life on the road. After realizing the trucking industry offers income but not freedom, he began searching for a way to break the cycle of "earn, spend, reset." His journey through infinite banking, financial mistakes, course corrections, and eventually dramatic improvements in his health has made him a powerful example of what's possible when you commit to discipline, learning, and change. To learn more about the products that helped Dexter change his health, visit https://ufeelgreat.com/c/AKL589.    About Your Host From pro-snowboarder to money mogul, Chris Naugle has dedicated his life to being America's #1 Money Mentor with a core belief that success is built not by the resources you have, but by how resourceful you can be. Chris has built and owned 19 companies, with his businesses being featured in Forbes, ABC, House Hunters, and his very own HGTV pilot in 2018. He is the founder of The Money School™ and Money Mentor for The Money Multiplier. His success also includes managing tens of millions of dollars in assets in the financial services and advisory industry and in real estate transactions. As an innovator and visionary in wealth-building and real estate, he empowers entrepreneurs, business owners, and real estate investors with the knowledge of how money works. Chris is also a nationally recognized speaker, author, and podcast host. He has spoken to and taught over ten thousand Americans, delivering the financial knowledge that fuels lasting freedom.

The Oakley Podcast
The Oakley Podcast: From the Archives - Torque, Trucks, and Living Life at Full Throttle with Bruce Mallinson of Pittsburgh Power

The Oakley Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 52:31


We're taking a look back at some of our favorite episodes of 2025. During this week's episode of the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett is joined by Bruce Mallinson, Owner of Pittsburgh Power, live from the Mid-America Truck Show in Louisville, Kentucky. In this conversation, Bruce shares his lifelong passion for engines, recounting childhood experiences that ignited his love for horsepower and torque. He emphasizes the importance of owner-operators in the trucking industry and discusses the benefits of Pittsburgh Power's Max Mileage Fuel Born Catalyst. The conversation also touches on the challenges of retirement for truckers, the camaraderie among drivers, the critical role of trucking in society, the resilience of the trucking community, and so much more. Key topics in today's conversation include:Bruce Background and Journey (1:11)Importance of Early Exposure to Trucking (5:05)Owner-Operators and Their Resilience (6:05)The Appeal of Trucking (8:52)Community Support Among Truckers (10:32)Performance of Various Engines (13:14)Bruce's Personal Retirement Reflections (15:12)Listening to Customer Needs (20:43)Hurricane Helene Damage (27:51)Retirement Realities (38:01)The Addiction to Trucking (42:36)Retirement for Owner-Operators (43:39)The Supply Chain and Trucking (48:09)Trucker Appreciation (49:44)Final Thoughts and Takeaways (51:45)Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Channel 23
Episode 210 - "Windy" Morning Mayhem: Homeless Attack, Dad Jokes & Trucking Tales

Channel 23

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 84:59 Transcription Available


Hosts Jim White, Brother Dave White, Super Dave Weldon and Jam Bacchus cover a "windy" morning of odd incidents, humor, and heart — from a homeless man attacking a UPS truck to a prayer for a grieving employee. The episode includes dad jokes, new hires and anniversaries, safety reminders about lane changes, camera monitoring and rider/bathroom policies, a recent accident review, and updates on the new facility and holiday schedule. A Candid JFW Weekly Roundup. Bulk Loads Feature https://youtu.be/TnraNE6pGNU?si=Pk7kGeAI_1b2kWpE

Coffee w/#The Freight Coach
1348. #TFCP - Cybercrime in Trucking Is Evolving - What 2026 Means for All Parties!

Coffee w/#The Freight Coach

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 35:23


How exposed is your trucking operation to cybercrime right now, and are you relying too much on trust and automation? Listen to our guest today, Artie Crawford of NMFTA, breaking down the real cybersecurity threats facing transportation. The biggest takeaway is simple: no fleet, broker, or carrier is too small to be targeted! We discuss how AI-driven cyber fraud, business email compromise, and fake load schemes are hitting trucking companies hard, why small companies are often the most vulnerable, and how multi-person verification, cybersecurity training, and multi-factor authentication can dramatically reduce risk! 2026 NMFTA Cybersecurity Trends Report: https://bit.ly/4oYPTds   About Artie Crawford Artie Crawford, CISSP, CISM, is the Director of Cybersecurity at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association, Inc. (NMFTA)™. Artie is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in cybersecurity strategy and deep technical expertise in addressing complex cybersecurity challenges. He possesses a thorough understanding of the tools, techniques, procedures, and attack vectors employed by cyber adversaries. Artie has a proven track record of providing strategic guidance, collaboration, and engineering support to a wide range of organizations, including state and local governments, educational institutions, intelligence agencies, transportation authorities, and the Department of Defense, all in support of their cybersecurity missions. Throughout his distinguished career, Artie has held pivotal roles at organizations such as the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Microsoft, MITRE, and others. His work has been centered on developing advanced techniques and tools for real-world operations. A 27-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, Artie retired in 2011 as the Cybersecurity Chief of the Marine Corps, where he served as the Senior Technical Advisor to the CIO and Director of C4.  

FirstFleet TenFour
Hinge Health Coming Soon!

FirstFleet TenFour

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 26:38


Join us as we interview Derek, one of our Hinge Health representatives and learn about this all new program coming to FirstFleet in 2026.  Hinge Health gives FREE physical therapy to eligible employees.  So if you have a nagging injury that is causing you trouble, Click this link today to get on the waiting list. 

FTR State of Freight
Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning December 15, 2025

FTR State of Freight

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 21:20


In this week's episode of FTR's Trucking Market Update podcast, we review the latest data on payroll employment and wages in trucking and the employment situation for the U.S. economy as a whole. We also discuss trucking industry revenues for the third quarter and review a surge in business applications and distorted goods trade figures. Plus, we recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight as usual. The Trucking Market Update is hosted by FTR's Vice President of Trucking, Avery Vise. As this information is presented, you are welcome to follow along and look at the graphs and indicators yourself by downloading the presentation.Download the PDF: https://ftrintel.com/trucking-podcast Support the show

TalkCDL Trucking Podcast
Hottest Subject In Trucking

TalkCDL Trucking Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025


Hottest Subject In Trucking. Today is not surprise. We have the latest and greatest topic in Trucking. Thats, right and thats what all truckers are talking about. You won't believe your ears after this episode. What is really pissing drivers off? You guessed it and we are hear to talk about it. Hottest Subject In Trucking Welcome Skippy the newest Host on TalkCDL He doesn't know it yet but Skippy is being made an official host for TalkCDL trucking Podcast. His antics, his knowledge and his love for Troy and Ruthann made him a great choice. So tune in and hear Skippy chiming in with Ruthann on the next episode of TalkCDL Trucking Podcast. TAB Bank Let us Pay Your Invoices Without The Wait NCI Trucking – One of the best carriers looking for drivers for company drivers and lease drivers Truck Parking Club – When you need a parking space for that Big Rig, Truck Parking Club has you resting in seconds Carter Lumber Local Trucking Jobs – Employing Truckers that want to be home every Day Summar Financial Your Cash Flow Starts Here http://Truckinginsuranceguy.com For an insurance agent with old fashion values, call 507-884-1312 Top Ten Most Dangerous Trucking Companies Wide Open Road Compliance LLC Interviews on TalkCDL Email Ruthann@TalkCDL.com or Troy@TalkCDL.com and tell us about yourself. We would love to put your interview on our huge social media platforms. Want to gt recognized, we can help.

Overdrive Radio
Wreaths Across America: Professional trucker David May's emotional highs, lows on mission to Arlington

Overdrive Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 25:06


"Every day had an episode like that along the way. It was just the high, and the low." --XPO driver David May, reflecting on the roller coaster of emotion hauling in the Maine-to-Arlington Naitonal Cemetery run of Wreaths Across America Off the top of the podcast, we dive right into the experience of military veteran and longtime professional driver David May, trucking out of the Buffalo, New York, area and speaking the range of emotion delivered by his 2024 participation in what is the annual effort of Wreaths Across America. That's the Maine-headquartered organization that for many years now has been built momentum across the nation, every December honoring fallen U.S. military members by laying wreaths on graves in ceremonies at military cemeteries. Trucking plays a big volunteer role in it, for certain, with wreath deliveries from Maine to points far afield, this year reaching nearly 5,600 sites, according to Wreaths Across America organizers: https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/Home/News/1495 The big day for the 2025 effort was this past Saturday, December 13, and for this Overdrive Radio podcast, we're marking another big haul for participating truckers and trucking companies by revisiting David May's experience as part of the 2024 convoy moving out from Maine toward Arlington National Cemetery for the big event held there annually. To give you an idea of the scale of that one, this year at Arlington, organizers noted, wreaths were placed on 265,000 individual headstones there through the work of 30,000 volunteers. That haul alone is a massive undertaking, no doubt. Honoring the memory of the fallen isn't the only aim of the Wreaths organization. Here's the goal in full: "Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach the next generation the value of freedom." Through our conversation with David May you'll hear quite a bit of all of that -- Remember, honor, teach -- yet also a window on just what his experience of the 2024 convoy toward Arlington was like. May's hauled day-to day for XPO going back decades to when he was with Con-way Freight before the XPO buyout,. He's a past America's Road Team captain, where he first learned about Wreaths Across America in its early days. In 2024, he hauled wreaths in the convoy piloting the camouflage-wrapped “workforce heroes” truck of the road team, but it's his individual experience, the veterans met and the fallen remembered, that most stand out. That includes memorable time spent with a Vietnam veteran in-cab, and much more besides. Just a few pieces of past coverage of the Maine-Arlington convoy, and other wreaths events around the country: **2023 interview with Don Queeney, Director of Transportation for the organization: https://www.overdriveonline.com/15304674 **2022 convoy stop in Connecticut: https://overdriveonline.com/15304350 **2021 in the San Joacquin Valley, California: https://overdriveonline.com/https://www.overdriveonline.com/15286668 **2014: Trucker Vince Strupp recalls prior-years' participation in the convoy: https://www.overdriveonline.com/14887458 **2013 in Nashville, Tennessee: https://www.overdriveonline.com/14885399

FreightCasts
Freight Expectations | The Trucking Hellscape

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 65:04


Welcome to Freight Expectations! In this explosive premiere, Craig Fuller and Matt Leffler pull no punches as they dive into the dark reality of the trucking industry. Find out why Craig believes he “totally screwed up” on a massive news story , how self-certified ELDs are fueling a safety crisis , and why the industry is stuck in a “hellscape” of fraud and cargo theft. The hosts reveal the shocking truth behind the so-called “driver shortage” and argue that the only way forward is through massive government enforcement and regulation. Prepare for the unvarnished truth about the supply chain “we deserve”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FreightCasts
The Long Haul | The Truth Behind HR5688 – Lewie Pugh on Non-Domiciled CDLs, Backlash, and the Future of Trucking Policy

FreightCasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 69:55


The trucking world is divided right now — not just over freight, diesel, or regulations, but over who gets to operate on American roads and under what conditions. HR5688, the Domiciled CDL Integrity Act, has set off a firestorm inside the industry. Some support it. Some believe it doesn't go far enough. Others think it goes too far. In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Lewie Pugh, Executive Vice President of OOIDA, to dig into what the bill actually says, why OOIDA supports it, and how misinformation and social media outrage have reshaped the conversation around non-domiciled CDLs, immigration status, and public safety. We talk about the difference between protecting American drivers and weaponizing fear, the impact of public perception on policy, and why organizations like OOIDA are now facing more pressure than ever to communicate clearly, transparently, and directly with the people they represent. If you've been confused, frustrated, or fired up by this debate, this episode gives clarity — straight from the source. ⁠Follow The Long Haul Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Channel 23
Episode 209 - I-70 Left-Lane Rules, Frozen Tailgates, Safety Scores & Winter Trucking Survival

Channel 23

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 95:19 Transcription Available


Hosts Jim White, Brother Dave, Super Dave & Jam Bacchus cover company news and practical safety updates for drivers, including a new left‑lane restriction on the I‑70 mountain corridor and an increase in the Samsara penalty for following too closely. The episode shares winter driving tips (preventing frozen tailgates, sweeping trailers, tarp and dog checks) and operations updates (new hires, anniversaries). Also included: lighthearted dad and holiday jokes, a phone interview with driver Zach, reminders about holiday schedules and coaching/self‑training expectations, and a mindset segment based on the “Just Let Them” theory. A concise, driver‑focused episode balancing safety guidance, operational updates, and team culture reminders to keep the fleet informed and prepared.