TalkCDL Trucking Podcast
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TalkCDL is focused on providing entertainment for our fellow truckers! We cover everything in the trucking industry from current trucking laws, trucker surveys, and any other trucking news we dig up or a trucker throws our way.
Episodes
- Walmart’s Do-Over Drug Policy
Walmart's Do-Over Drug Policy.Something I never knew before but Walmart has a 2nd chance drug policy. Before you judge this program, you should know you might want to implement it into your won company. Wait till you hear the details and t…
- Is Hirschbach Eliminating Drivers?
This week we die into some touchy subjects in trucking. Its gonna get hot n sticky then a little juicy, buckle up and brace yourself for the next episode of TalkCDL Trucking Podcast
- Trucking Shaken Up
Trucking Shaken Up. Super Ego has been In the news all week. First appearing on 60 minutes and now on TalkCDL Trucking Podcast. Over 800 drivers have filed a lawsuit against them. mOnly time will tell. Trucking Shaken Up NCI Trucking – One…
- Speed Limits
Speed Limits. Did you know there are 8 states that still have split speed limits? Thats right, one speed for passenger vehicles and another for commercial trucks. Statistics show a danger when different vehicles travel at different speeds.…
- Stealing Fuel with Magnets
Stealing Fuel with Magnets. I never heard of this trick. I was impressed when I heard, there is a trick that drivers have been doing for a long time. Tune in this week and hear all about a trucker that got caught using an old trick to stea…
- Truckers Suffering
Truckers Suffering. This week on TalkCDL Trucking Podcast, we conducted our first video podcast. A CEO for a trucking company got in trouble recently. He was thrown out of a T-mobile store. But what happened next, you won't believe. Tune i…
- Hard Times Angies Story
Hard Times Angies Story. We sat down with Angie from Angies Transportation at the Florida Truck Show. Her story is one that many trucking companies experienced. Some made it through and many did not. Tune in and hear Angie walk us through…
- Big Shake Up in Trucking
Big Shake Up in Trucking. You thought you heard it all. Then along comes Artificial Intelligence, In other words "AI". Thats right, AI has shaken the trucking world. Tune into TalkCDL Trucking Podcast this week and hear why stocks have plu…
- Top 5 States with Worst Roads
Top 5 States with Worst Roads, according to Truckers. Want to guess which state has the absolute worst roads? Better listen in and hear the latest podcast on TalkCDL Trucking Podcast. You won't believe which states ranked among today's tru…
- 9 Months for Killing 2
9 Months for Killing 2. Wow, this really happened. A trucker while on his cell phone rear ended a vehicle killing 2 people. The vehicle caught fire and it was a mess. Tune in to this weeks podcast and hear the outcome of this tragic story.…
- Shippers Beware
Shippers Beware. Secretary Sean Duffy said Shippers should be responsible for who they load. He said he would like to take a look at shippers. Im thinking, shippers are going to get the law laid down to themselves. Tune into this weeks pod…
- Can I Refuse An Inspection
Can I Refuse An Inspection. Thats the question everyone is asking. Can I actually say no to DOT when they knock on my door? But not just anytime. Can I refuse an inspection when Im on my break? Especially when Im sleeping. The answer will…
- Hottest Subject In Trucking
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 drive…
- An Industry Hurting The Truck Driver
Who Is Screwing Truckers Over. On this weeks episode, we explore what's going on in the trucking industry. We found some alarming information and it's actually easy to see, if you can read between the lines. There is an organization that i…
- Let’s Talk About ICE Raids
Let's Talk About ICE Raids. The trucking industry is getting crazy. ICE raids. Immigration check points. Non English speaking drivers and non-domiciled drivers. They are on the hunt and they are full steam ahead. Oklahoma has conducted a c…
- How Many Illegal CDL’s
How Many Illegal CDL's. There are - Approximately 100,000 truck drivers in the United States are illegal immigrants. - This estimate is based on the proportion of undocumented workers in the transportation and warehousing sector, which is…
- Top 5 States for Chain Laws Plus
Top 5 States for Chain Laws Plus. There are five states that earned the title of toughest states for chain laws. Tune in this week and hear which ones you should be prepared for or face huge fines. Chaining up is something that truckers ha…
- Johnny Acid out of Control
Johnny Acid out of Control. Acid is driving me nuts. This was an episode back in the day. We are thinking about bringing Johnny Back on the show. What are your thoughts? TAB Bank Let us Pay Your Invoices Without The Wait NCI Trucking – One…
- B4 You Truck Count The Cost
B4 You Truck Count The Cost. 3 out of 4 people get their CDL and never drive past 6 months in a commercial vehicle. The main reason? They don't count the cost. They don't consider what they have to give up to be a trucker. It's allot. Tune…
- Bad Lease Purchase Carriers
Bad Lease Purchase Carriers. Where do we start? There are more bad lease purchases than good in the trucking industry. Chances are, you have found this out all on your own. You are not alone. Many truckers have been duked into the dream of…
- If You’re A 1099 Company TROUBLE’s COMING
If You're A 1099 Company TROUBLE's COMING. Do you offer your drivers 1099 Pay? Do you pay for the fuel? Do you pay for the truck? Do you tell the driver where to go? You just might want to listen to this weeks podcast of TalkCDL Trucking P…
- Stop Pooping on Your CDL
Stop Pooping on Your CDL. Im not going to tell you about the title, haha. You will just have to listen to this weeks episode on TalkCDL Trucking Podcast. I will tell you about a few other things though. is The rent accident on the Florida…
- Trucker Is Up A Creek
Truther Is Up A Creek. Recently Harjinger Singh, a trucker from India, allegedly made an illegal U-turn, killing 3 people on the Florida Turnpike. This is the hottest news in trucking and TalkCDl Trucking Podcast has been following the dev…
- A Story Of Trucking On Heroin
A Story Of Trucking On Heroin. Tune in and sit back. This weeks episode is a story of a trucker addicted to drugs. He drove cross country on heroin. His story will give you chills. This is an old episode. Join Troy, Johnny Acid and our gue…
- Driver You Have My Permission
A recent email sent to TalkCDL Trucking Podcast, has everyone buzzing. The letter contained a message from a trucking company to their drivers. The message said My dispatch just called and said all fuel cards are compromised and to pay for…
- Forced To Drive
Forced To Drive. You heard it right. Truck Driver all over America, are forced to drive. Here's how it works. A trucking company hires a driver that can't get a job anywhere. Knowing they have something bad on their record, like a DUI, a d…
- Harley Vs Semi Truck
Harley Vs Semi Truck. When motorcycles clash with the big rigs, the bike loses every time. Recently a man on a Harley Davidson attempted to pass between two semi trucks. Needless to say, the man on the Harley was killed. Tune in this week…
- UPS Makes Cheap Offer For Drivers To Resign
UPS Makes Cheap Offer For Drivers To Resign. Wow, can you believe how much or little UPS offered their driver, to resign? We did the math. If a driver has ten years with UPS and takes the "buy out". He will receive $18,000 minus taxes. He…
- The Trucking Insurance Guy
The Trucking Insurance Guy. Did you know that Spectrum Insurance is an insurance company above he rest? Laife the Trucking Insurance Guy goes above and beyond to help his customers. His specialty is Cab Reports. What's a Cab Report> Im gla…
- 170,000 Non-English Speaking Drivers Out
170,000 Non-English Speaking Drivers Out. Recently 170,000 drivers that are non-english speaking, lost their CDL. President Trump Signed an executive order with no exceptions. The number will only grow, as there are more out there. Illegal…
- Top 10 Most Powerful Semi’s in Order
Top 10 Most Powerful Semi's in Order. Will your favorite rig be in the top ten? There is a difference between pretty and powerful. We compiled a list of the most powerful semi's in the world based on raw horse power. This list might surpri…
- Retired Truckers Can’t Afford Retirement
Retired Truckers Can't Afford Retirement. Can you imagine trucking all your life. You retire and can not afford to retire? This is the state we are in. The economy has gotten so far out of hand, that truckers are trying to start working ag…
- Crimes Against Truckers Stats
Crimes Against Trucker Stats. There are more crimes against ruck drivers than most realize. Many of these crimes are of a violent nature. Thus making trucking and driving trucks, one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. Tune in this we…
- Me No Speak English
Me No Speak English. Right now at this very moment, DOT are gearing up to test these they suspect of English ignorance. That's right, truckers that can not speak a lick of English, beware. The test consists of two things. An interview and…
- Summar Interview
Summar Interview. Let us introduce you to Summar Financial. If you are in need of cash flow, this are the people for you. They will take over your invoices and get you paid today. If you would like a steady flow of cash every time you have…
- Top 10 Most Dangerous Trucking Companies
Top 10 Most Dangerous Trucking Companies. I recently read an article on PKBLawfirm.com The article talked about the most dangerous trucking companies in the US. This was from data gathered from 2020 to the year 2022. It focused on the amou…
- English Speaking Truckers Only
English Speaking Truckers Only. Trucking has a big problem. That problem is, many truckers can't speak English language. For the past few years, truck drivers have been complaining about the non-english-speaking truckers on the road. Why i…
- How To Report A Trucking Company To FMCSA
How To Report A Trucking Company To FMCSA. Did you know, it is very easy to report a trucking company to the FMCSA? If you didn't, we are about to show you how. Sit back and enjoy our step by step tutorial on this process. How To Report A…
- Truckers Condoms & Pee
Truckers Condoms & Pee. Have you hear about the trucker that filled a condom with urine? Well did you hear what happened that day? Tune in and hear this crazy story of what a trucker did while trying to start a new job at a trucking compan…
- The Nerve Of Some
The Nerve Of Some. Some truckers have a lot of nerve. Wait till you hear Troy's next true story. I mean it's a doozy. It involves a homeless trucker, a dog and much arrogance. Tune in this week and hear This crazy tale of a truck driver th…
- Trucking Is One Big Adventure
Trucking Is One Big Adventure. Oh yeah, if youre considering being a trucker some day, you don't want to miss this episode. Troy is going to take you on one of his adventures. You have to tune in this week if you want to know what it is li…
- 3 Ways to tell When The Freight Is Back
3 Ways to tell When The Freight Is Back. Are the good times ever coming back? Will we know prior? How can we tell the industry is changing for the good? Stick around, you don't want to miss this weeks episode of TalkCDL Trucking Podcast. T…
- I Can’t Drive 68 MPH
I Can't Drive 68 MPH. Some truck drivers refuse to drive a big rig, under the speed limit. Some trucking companies, truck speed, is set below the speed limit. Do you see the conflict? Do you see where a problem exists in the trucking indus…
- Trucker Overtime Pay Coming
Trucker Overtime Pay Coming. It seems truckers and waitresses are the last people in the world to be paid right. While waitresses are clearly paid under minimum wage. A truck driver is ripped off in a different way. He works normally by th…
- TAB Bank Truck Show Interview
One group wants to sue truckers and their companies, well let me correct that, it seems everyone wants to sue the trucking industry for something. Everyone thinks trucking means big money.
- Truck Parking Club At The Florida Truck Show
Truck Parking Club At The Florida Truck Show. We ran into the Truck Parking Club at the Florida Truck Show. We sat down with Hunter Shearer, Truck Parking Clubs Number one guy. Hunter is the guy you see in all these videos and he's every w…
- Trucker Catheterization
Trucker Catheterization. Did he say that? You bet he did. You will not believe what some truckers are doing to pass they DOT drug screen. I really wish I could tell you, but I would spoil the show. So, for now, I will just let your imagina…
- Trucker Fight Club TFC
Trucker Fight Club TFC. Tune in and hear the story of two little boys, that settled their differences with a rock. After that you will hear Troy's take on how truckers, dispatchers and recruiters might settle their differences. This comica…
- A Carriers Obligation To Drivers
A Carriers Obligation To Drivers. Are you a trucking Company? If so, you have obligations to the drivers you hire. First and foremost you have an obligation to honesty. Too many drives report they were lied to prior to joining a carrier. A…
- Why Can’t I Carry A Gun
Why Can't I Carry A Gun. For some reason there is a state that does not recognize my CCW. Is this constitutional? Does this particular state have the right to refuse my rights to carry and bare arms? This may be a states right to refuse an…