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Generational Grit Part 1: Clyde Fuller & The Dawn of Trucking
Manage episode 491294452 series 2899232
Step back in time to the formative years of the logistics industry! In this episode of “Fuller Speed Ahead,” host Craig Fuller sits down with his father, Max Fuller, to unearth the incredible, often wild, history of their family’s journey in trucking.
Part 1 dives deep into the legend of Clyde Fuller – Craig’s grandfather and a true pioneer of long-haul trucking. Max paints a vivid picture of the “Wild West” days before and during the heavily regulated era of the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC). Discover how Clyde, a charismatic “hell-raiser,” navigated a complex landscape, from hauling chickens with one truck to cleverly leveraging “shipper co-ops” to grow his business, often pushing the boundaries of the law.
You’ll hear captivating stories about:
- The early, highly profitable days of trucking and the respected role of drivers.
- The challenges of gaining ICC authority and how Clyde found “gray areas” to operate.
- The dramatic real-life events, including a controversial “quickie divorce” and a memorable run-in with a lawyer that landed Clyde (technically) in jail.
- How Clyde’s audacious personality shaped his approach to business and life.
-This is more than just industry history; it’s a raw, unfiltered look at the grit, determination, and colorful characters that built the foundation of modern logistics.
Don’t miss this fascinating glimpse into the origins of a trucking empire!
Stay tuned for Part 2 next week, where the story continues!
Follow the Fuller Speed Ahead Podcast
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89 episodes
Manage episode 491294452 series 2899232
Step back in time to the formative years of the logistics industry! In this episode of “Fuller Speed Ahead,” host Craig Fuller sits down with his father, Max Fuller, to unearth the incredible, often wild, history of their family’s journey in trucking.
Part 1 dives deep into the legend of Clyde Fuller – Craig’s grandfather and a true pioneer of long-haul trucking. Max paints a vivid picture of the “Wild West” days before and during the heavily regulated era of the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC). Discover how Clyde, a charismatic “hell-raiser,” navigated a complex landscape, from hauling chickens with one truck to cleverly leveraging “shipper co-ops” to grow his business, often pushing the boundaries of the law.
You’ll hear captivating stories about:
- The early, highly profitable days of trucking and the respected role of drivers.
- The challenges of gaining ICC authority and how Clyde found “gray areas” to operate.
- The dramatic real-life events, including a controversial “quickie divorce” and a memorable run-in with a lawyer that landed Clyde (technically) in jail.
- How Clyde’s audacious personality shaped his approach to business and life.
-This is more than just industry history; it’s a raw, unfiltered look at the grit, determination, and colorful characters that built the foundation of modern logistics.
Don’t miss this fascinating glimpse into the origins of a trucking empire!
Stay tuned for Part 2 next week, where the story continues!
Follow the Fuller Speed Ahead Podcast
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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