Best Cdl Training Podcasts (2025)

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Vote for Charles Jones! Transition Trucking Finalist & Roehl HOMEtime Plus Van Fleet Driver 37:26

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In this episode, Charles Jones, Jr. joins Travis & Tim Norlin to talk about his journey to Roehl. From his military service to getting his CDL through Georgia Driving Academy to on-the-job training with Roehl, Charles demonstrates why he is a finalist for the Transition Trucking: Driving to Excellence award. Transition Trucking is a national compet…

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Trucker Taxes and Living Costs Deep Dive 55:23

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Send us a text In this hard-hitting episode of The Trucker’s Radio Podcast, powered by Sabren Group LLC, host Stacey Yearout breaks down the truth about truck driver and owner-operator taxes — the part of the job no one likes to talk about. From income and self-employment taxes to deductions, per diem, and what happens when the IRS comes knocking, …

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“Rolling Through the Struggle: Truckers’ Q&A Special” 51:01

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Send us a text In this episode of The Trucker’s Radio Podcast, powered by Sabren Group LLC, host Stacey Yearout answers real questions from real drivers and their families — questions about the hard truths of life on the road, the struggle to keep love alive, fighting burnout, and the reality of running your own rig in today’s economy. Stacey bring…

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The ".4 Employee": Valuing the 21st Century Construction Workforce EP2 2025 1:03:33

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New Episodes Alert! The average water well company employs 4.4 employees. Have you worked with a .4 employee? This episode of the Driller Podcast offers an insightful look into the current landscape of the drilling industry. The discussion emphasizes the importance of a skilled, well-compensated workforce, underscoring that training and development…

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A Driver's Take on Brokers, Rate Transparency, & More (with CDL Shorty, Avante Jackson) | Episode 317 1:26:11

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Anger over low rates won’t move freight, so Nate and Ben sit down with carrier advocate Avante “CDL Shorty” Jackson to break down the real issues dividing brokers and carriers. They unpack market pressure, ELD manipulation, and fraud prevention while tackling the transparency debate and costs on both sides. Tune in for practical steps to rebuild tr…

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S1E19: Behind the Wheel: Inside LCCC’s CDL Program 26:29

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Feedback on this episode? Send us a text! In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, we flip the script! 🎙️ Lindsey Stutheit interviews James Drudge, CDL Program Director at LCCC, about what it really takes to earn your Commercial Driver’s License and start a trucking career. From new federal requirements and training options for 18-year-olds to care…

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Carrier and Insurance Selection for Freight Brokers | Final Mile 116 15:07

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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 💼 How many brokers carry their own insurance vs. just rely on their bond and the carrier’s insurance? 🗣️ Tips from experienced brokers on booking trucks and improving negotiation skills for newcomers. 🚛 Do brokers prefer working with owner-operators, small fleets, or lar…

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Freight Enforcement, Rates, and the Real Capacity Story (with Dean Croke of DAT) | Episode 316 1:02:44

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Freight enforcement headlines miss the real story: capacity shifts. DAT’s Dean Croke joins us to unpack how English-language crackdowns, CDL scrutiny, and chameleon carriers distort regional rates even as national averages stay flat. Shippers are squeezing savings while fleets run razor-thin, propped up by cheap diesel and slow repos—supports that …

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S1E18: Inside LCCC’s Laramie Testing Center | Services, Accommodations & Success Stories 12:00

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Feedback on this episode? Send us a text! Host James Drudge talks with Jessica Ford, Manager of Adult Education and the Testing Center at LCCC’s Laramie Campus. Discover how the center supports students and community members with testing for college courses, professional certifications, and the HiSET high school equivalency exam. Jessica explains h…

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Tracking Tools, Warehousing, & Deadhead Pay | Final Mile 115 16:43

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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 📍 What are some good live tracking platforms for simple on/off tracking? 🏬 Are there any good platforms for searching warehousing options? 🚛 How should I calculate the amount to pay a carrier for their deadhead miles? Support Our Sponsors: Freight Collection Solutions - …

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Justin C. - Driver Referrals 23:58

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Truck driver Justin C. joins Travis to talk about his experience with Roehl. Justin is a refrigerated driver in our national fleet, and he's referred many, many drivers to Roehl. Justin explains his process, including why he recommends Roehl and how it benefits him and our company.By Roehl Transport, Inc.

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Has DOT Enforcement Impacted Rates? | Episode 315 1:02:02

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Two stolen truckloads of premium tequila just exposed how deep freight fraud runs—from double brokering and GPS spoofing to carrier identity theft—plus we are seeing real DOT and ICE enforcement on the road. As non-compliant fleets vanish, rates are rising even while volumes stay nearly the same, revealing how much “ghost capacity” never belonged i…

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S1E17: Fast-Track Healthcare Careers at LCCC’s Laramie Campus | CCMA • Phlebotomy • CNA 20:20

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Feedback on this episode? Send us a text! Looking for a rewarding healthcare career without spending years in school? In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, host James Drudge visits LCCC’s Laramie Campus to talk with Jamie McKim, Manager of Outreach & Workforce Development. Jamie explains how short-term medical programs—Certified Clinical Medical…

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YOU GOT DRILLING _ HARDHATS VS HELMETS EP1 2025 51:51

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By Brock Yordy and Dave Bowers

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Freight Fraud, Dispatching, and TWIC Cards | Final Mile 114 16:45

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By Freight 360

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Freight Collections: How to Protect Cash, Enforce Liens, and Survive Slow Pay | Episode 314 1:13:58

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Cash flow isn’t just paperwork—it’s survival for a freight business. In this episode, attorney Cristina Belaval (Freight Collection Solutions) and consultant Janie Howerton share the habits, documents, and legal tools that actually get brokers and carriers paid. From weekly AR routines and clean invoicing to lien rights, setoffs, and collection str…

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Tips for the road and non-domicile drivers. 1:26:55

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Send us a text In this episode of The Trucker’s Radio Podcast, host Coach Stacey Yearout delivers practical, real-world tips, tricks, and common-sense do’s and don’ts for surviving life on the road. From parking issues to staying safe at truck stops, avoiding common rookie mistakes, and maintaining a professional mindset behind the wheel—this episo…

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S1E16: The Concept Forge: LCCC’s Makerspace Turning Ideas Into Reality 23:50

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Feedback on this episode? Send us a text! From vintage car parts to cutting-edge medical models, the Concept Forge at LCCC helps innovators design, scan, and build almost anything. Host James Drudge sits down with Dave Curry to explore this high-tech makerspace featuring industrial 3D printers, laser engravers, large-format printing, metal printing…

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Broker Risks, Tech Choices, and Agent Recruiting | Final Mile 113 22:32

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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 🔒 Broker Liability – Who really carries the risk when loads are stolen through identity theft? 💻 Tech Stack – Best TMS and accounting software for new brokers. 👥 Agent Growth – Where to find reliable broker agents and how to structure fair, competitive pay. Support Our S…

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Julie S. - United Way 2025 Kickoff 15:32

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In this episode, Julie S., Roehl Transport's Social Media Specialist, joins Travis to talk about our United Way campaign. Julie is a Co-Chair of Roehl's United Way Committee, and she shares how TeamRoehl supports our local communities through our United Way campaign.By Roehl Transport, Inc.

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Fighting for Change: Inside the TIA Policy Forum | Episode 313 1:05:17

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The trucking industry faces a major safety crisis—1 in 5 trucks shouldn’t be on the road, 97% of carriers lack safety ratings, and nearly a quarter of drivers stopped during inspections don’t even have a CDL. At the TIA Policy Forum in D.C., industry leaders pushed for long-delayed safety standards and legislation like the Household Goods Shipping …

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The Truckers Radio Podcast Q&A: Life on the Road 39:41

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Send us a text "In this episode of The Trucker’s Radio Podcast, host Stacey Yearout takes a hard look at the real struggles facing today’s drivers — from the business pressures of being an owner-operator to the personal battles with mental health, relationships, and trauma. With over 30 years behind the wheel, Stacey brings raw honesty, practical a…

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S1E15: Pitch & Launch: Are Competitions the Right Move for Your Business? 21:00

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Feedback on this episode? Send us a text! Pitch competitions sound exciting—prize money, judges, and the chance to stand in the spotlight. But are they always the best move for your business? In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, Lindsey Stutheit from LCCC’s Business Studio breaks down what entrepreneurs need to know before diving into a pitch &…

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The FMCSA Data Crisis (with Danielle Chaffin) | Episode 312 1:06:50

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The FMCSA’s sudden shutdown of data feeds threw brokers, carriers, and safety officials into chaos, cutting off access to critical verification tools and exposing major vulnerabilities in the freight system. Criminals are already exploiting these gaps by hijacking FMCSA credentials, altering carrier info, and stealing loads—while the agency fails t…

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Owner-Operator Truckers Talk: Lessons & Anecdotes 46:18

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Send us a text “On this episode of The Trucker’s Radio Podcast, host Stacey Yearout breaks down the real ins and outs of being an owner-operator. From understanding the true costs of running your own truck to balancing freedom and responsibility, Stacey shares insights from over 30 years in the trucking and transportation industry. Whether you’re t…

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S1E14 : Robots, CNC, and Industry 4.0: Inside LCCC’s Advanced Manufacturing Center 23:23

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Feedback on this episode? Send us a text! How does education keep up with the rapid changes in technology and industry? In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, we talk with Dave Curry from LCCC’s Advanced Manufacturing & Materials Center (AMMC) about how advisory committees, local employers, and industry partnerships shape everything from the curr…

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Gatekeepers, False Reports, and Other Freight Broker Headaches | Final Mile 111 18:35

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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 🚛 Tips for new freight brokers 🎓 How to get training as a freight agent 🛑 Dealing with false reports on Carrier411 Support Our Sponsors: Freight Collection Solutions - Click Here QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here DAT Freight & Analytics - Get 10…

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John Paape & Radar - Training, Technology & Teamwork 1:12:26

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Roehl Transport's VP of Technology John Paape & Radar, a Roehl Driver Trainer, join Travis in this episode. They discuss successful training practices, how technology enables training & Driver Success as well as how Innovation is paired with our Cornerstone Value of Safety.By Roehl Transport, Inc.

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The Truckers Radio podcast Q&A: CDL School & Training Issues 25:42

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Send us a text In this special Q&A episode of The Trucker’s Radio Podcast, we’re diving straight into the inbox — answering real questions from real drivers across the country. From rookie CDL concerns to mountain driving, trucking etiquette, lease-operator confusion, and staying safe at truck stops — host Stacey Yearout gives no-nonsense advice fr…

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Trucking's Death Spiral: Safety, Wages, and Foreign Labor | Episode 311 1:16:22

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Veteran trucker Gord Magill joins the podcast to dismantle the “driver shortage” myth. He exposes how cheap labor schemes, like Nebraska recruiting Kenyan drivers, fuel exploitation while rates stay low and safety violations rise. Gord on X: https://x.com/GordMagill/ Gord's Substack: https://autonomoustruckers.substack.com/ Support Our Sponsors: Fr…

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Truck Driver Etiquette and Brotherhood On the Road 58:51

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Send us a text In today’s episode of The Trucker’s Radio Podcast, we’re takin’ it back to the foundation — Truck Driver Etiquette and the Brotherhood on the Road. Host Stacey Yearout, a seasoned driver and industry voice, dives into the unwritten rules of the highway that every real trucker used to live by. From flashing your lights to say thank yo…

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S1E13: Certified Public Manager: Building Wyoming’s Next Generation of Leaders 29:59

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Feedback on this episode? Send us a text! How do you prepare public sector leaders to meet today’s challenges? In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, we talk with Rhonda Priest about Wyoming’s Certified Public Manager (CPM) Program—a year-long, nationally accredited leadership development program offered exclusively at Laramie County Community Co…

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Overcoming Broker Obstacles | Final Mile 110 20:48

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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 🚚 Factoring roadblock: New broker stuck on net-30 factoring with no quick pay — is there a workaround? 📞 Building a book: How can a new broker land shippers and sharpen cold-calling strategy? 🏛️ Gov’t freight: Which business certifications actually help brokers win gover…

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Why Trucking Rates Are So Low – And How We Got Here 58:07

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Send us a text In this episode of The Trucker’s Radio Podcast, host Stacey Yearout breaks down the truth behind today’s freight market — why rates have crashed while the cost of running a truck keeps climbing. From skyrocketing expenses like fuel, insurance, maintenance, and truck payments, to the chain of events that started back in 2020, Stacey l…

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The Scam Economy of Freight (with Justin Martin) | Episode 310 1:13:05

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The trucking industry is being rocked by fraud schemes that threaten honest brokers, carriers, and shippers. In this episode, Justin Martin (SuperTrucker) exposes tactics like ELD tampering, stolen trailers, and “chameleon carriers” that exploit loopholes and undercut legitimate businesses. He shares red flags to spot, why rates remain depressed, a…

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Truckers Talk: Turnpike Tragedy, Immigration, CDL Issues 58:10

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Send us a text Episode Title: Truckers Talk: Turnpike Tragedy, Immigration, and CDL Issues In this episode of Truckers Talk, we take a deep dive into the Florida Turnpike tragedy that shocked the trucking industry and the nation. A deadly crash involving an undocumented driver with a CDL raises tough questions about immigration policy, licensing lo…

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Bridging the Gap: Education Meets Workforce Needs 18:53

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Feedback on this episode? Send us a text! How do we make sure students graduate with the skills employers actually need? In this episode of Beyond the Classroom, we talk with Tonya Hacker, Dean of LCCC’s Outreach & Workforce Development, about how aligning education with real industry demands helps close the skills gap. From HVAC apprenticeships an…

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Finding Trucks, Crossing Borders, and Growing Your Customer Base | Final Mile 109 18:32

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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: ❓ How do I scale past $10K/month when my current customers are all small? How do I win bigger shippers, and how should my prospecting and pitch change? 🚚 I got a load from a customer — how do I find a truck now? 🇨🇦 As a broker, can I move CAN–CAN (intra-Canada) loads? 🌍 …

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Steve Vandenberg - Physical Therapist 1:08:36

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In this episode, Travis and Tianna are joined by Steve Vandenberg, a Physical Therapist and the Director of Operations at Doctors of Physical Therapy (DPT). Roehl's partnership with Doctors of Physical Therapy offers Roehl employees and their dependents on the Roehl Medical Plan free physical therapy services.…

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Getting into the trucking industry the right way. 48:01

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Send us a text :Breaking Into the Trucking Industry the Right Way – What It Really Takes Thinking about getting your CDL and starting a career in trucking?In this episode of The Trucker’s Radio Podcast, host Stacey Yearout takes you on a no-BS, deep dive into what it really takes to break into the trucking industry the right way.From choosing a leg…

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Uncovering the ELD Fraud Crisis (with Danielle Chaffin) | Episode 309 1:13:46

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The ELD mandate was supposed to make highways safer, but instead it’s created one of the biggest security and safety risks in trucking. On this episode, Danielle Chaffin exposes how fraudulent ELDs fuel crashes, enable drivers to break hours-of-service rules, and leak sensitive cargo data—putting every family on the road at risk. Danielle on X: htt…

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What Is Medical Assisting & How Can You Start in 20 Weeks? 15:38

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Feedback on this episode? Send us a text! Medical assisting is one of the fastest-growing healthcare careers — and you don’t need years in college to get started. In this episode, Christie Goertel, Manager of Life Enrichment at LCCC, explains how our 20-week Medical Assisting program combines classroom training, an externship, and certification to …

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Why Shippers Need Brokers and How to Handle Load Hostage Situations | Final Mile 108 20:52

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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 🚫 How to address customers that ask for quotes but never award you business 🤝 Why shippers use brokers instead of going direct to carriers ⚖️ Breaking down negotiating during a hostage load situation Support Our Sponsors: Freight Collection Solutions - Click Here QuikSko…

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Florida Turnpike Trucker Fatalities Discussion 1:02:47

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Send us a text Florida Turnpike Trucker Fatality Discussion In this episode of The Trucker’s Radio Podcast, host Stacey Yearout dives deep into the tragic August 12 crash on Florida’s Turnpike that claimed the lives of three people. A semi‑truck, driven by Harjinder Singh, performed an illegal U‑turn through a restricted median near Fort Pierce—lea…

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Improving Your Sales Skills as a Freight Broker | Episode 308 55:19

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Top freight sales pros don’t win with flashy pitches or closing tricks—they succeed by truly listening. This episode shows how strategic questioning, genuine curiosity, and overcoming ego-driven barriers create the trust and understanding that drive lasting customer relationships. Support Our Sponsors: Freight Collection Solutions - Click Here Quik…

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No Episode - Editor on Vacation 0:16

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Feedback on this episode? Send us a text! Sorry, but our editor is on a well deserved break, which means unfortunately we won't have a new episode this week. Please check back next week when we'll be discussing Outreach and Workforce Development's Medical Assisting program with Christie Goertel.By LCCC - Outreach & Workforce Development

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Tanker Loads, Prospecting, and Authority Aging | Final Mile 107 16:10

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Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: 💰 Bulk Tanker Profitability – Which pays more for dedicated contracts: food-grade or non-hazmat chemical tankers? We break down the pros, cons, and market factors so you can chase the best rates. 📧 Email-Only Prospects – Stuck with a shipper who only wants to email? Lear…

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Dan L. - Driver, Instructor & Retiree 53:33

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Dan L., who was our very first guest, returns to the podcast to update us on his life after leaving Roehl Transport. Dan got his CDL through Roehl in 1994, and he then drove for TeamRoehl for nearly 20 years. He then came off the road and became an instructor in our Orientation and Driver Development Department until his recent retirement.…

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Cash in the Cab! Managing Your Money on the Road | Morning Mug with Kevin (8/16/25) 14:31

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Out on the road, it’s not just miles that matter — it’s the money you keep in your pocket. In this episode of The Morning Mug with Kevin, we’re talking about how truckers can keep more of their hard-earned cash without feeling like they’re missing out. From packing food in the cab to setting a truck stop budget, I’ll share real tips from my own dri…

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Preparing Your Freight Brokerage for Succession | Episode 307 59:32

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Learn how to turn your freight brokerage into a business that thrives without you. We’ll cover the first hires you should make, how to protect and transfer customer relationships, and the smart way to structure your business for maximum value. Whether you’re selling soon or years from now, these strategies will set you up for long-term success. Sup…