Best Emily Driver Podcasts (2024)

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Embrace the Suck: Navigating the Trucking Industry with Karen Smerchek 32:03

6h ago32:03

32:03

Karen Smerchek, President of Veriha Trucking, joins Jeremy Reymer on the latest episode of Taking the Hire Road. Karen is an industry veteran and shares her story about the family business and what trucking means to their legacy. Karen and Jeremy will also dive into how carriers can embrace the current operating environment and why improving the li…

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Funders Are Ready To Lend You Money......... 5:18

1d ago5:18

5:18

This week we talk to Stephen Gomes from Amiga Finance. Helping business owners easily access the finance they need to get their business to the next level. Founded in 2017 Amiga Finance has taken a fresh approach to finance broking. We merge traditional methods with new technologies and put the highest possible emphasis on delivering a simple, effe…

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Terri White on work, class and mental health - FROM THE ARCHIVES 49:59

4d ago49:59

49:59

In the last of our FROM THE ARCHIVES episodes, I'm revisiting one of the most important conversations I think I've had on this podcast (not to mention one of my favourites) - with Terri White, the brains behind the award-winning podcast, Finding Britain's Ghost Children, which explored why so many children are missing from Britain's class rooms. Ea…

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Your Role In The Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program With The FMCSA 22:13

3h ago22:13

22:13

FMCSA Chief, Commercial Driver’s License Division Nicole McDavid and FMCSA Transportation Specialist Rebecca Rehberg join Jeremy Reymer as they discuss the background and the goal of the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program (SDAP), along with the process for carriers and drivers to participate in the FMCSA’s three year program. Special thanks t…

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BONUS EPISODE! Katie Price on taking back control of her own life at 46 41:08

9d ago41:08

41:08

There are plenty of famous women who we think we know all there is to know without ever having met them. Women we judge based on some random unsubstantiated headline, but there are few women that applies to quite so much as Katie Price. Katie has been in the public eye for thirty years. She started as the glamour model Jordan at just 17 years old a…

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Kate Mosse: Why caring is a feminist issue - FROM THE ARCHIVES 44:31

11d ago44:31

44:31

I'm not sure there's anyone quite like Kate Mosse. The driving power behind the Women's Prize for Fiction which is now in its 27th year (the winner was VV Ganeshananthan's Brotherless Night) and now the Women's Prize for Non-Fiction (whose inaugural winner was Doppleganger by Naomi Klein), she also manages to write a book a year (and they're not sm…

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Do you think children need to be taught more about wealth management? 5:51

8d ago5:51

5:51

This week we talk to Owain Wilson from Hug Academy and Hug Agency, he talks about wealth management education for young children and how Hug are leading the way using AI in their recruitment services. “With a little bit of money, a little bit of knowledge and a little bit of focus anyone can change their life. At Hug we want every family to have mo…

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Engaged and Empowered Leadership with Emily Williams 27:39

2d ago27:39

27:39

Emily Williams, Manager - Business Development, Transportation Team for GEOTAB, joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses her journey in the industry, her passion for leadership and empowering women in the trucking industry, and the importance of having a voice and effecting change for the better. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transpo…

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Gabby Logan on resilience, reclaiming middle age and why equality begins at home - FROM THE ARCHIVES 49:50

18d ago49:50

49:50

It's Gabby Logan's summer. First there's the Euros and then the Paris Olympics are hot on their heels. Plus, she has a new book, The Midpoint Plan, out so it seemed like a fine time to revisit my conversation with her from a couple of years ago... My guest this week has hosted everything from Final Score to the Six Nations to the Olympics. Formerly…

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First Blind Driver To Drive 204mph Unattended - 8 World Records, Air, Land And Sea 6:17

9d ago6:17

6:17

In this episode we talk to John Galloway who is joint owner of the charity Speed of Sight. John talks about the amazing work they do, giving blind/disabled people a chance to drive racing cars. John talks about his business partner Mike Newman, the reason the charity was set up. Mike is blind but always wanted to be a racing car driver. He has set …

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Discover And Share Your Fleet’s Authentic Story 36:49

9d ago36:49

36:49

Lane Williams, Founder and CEO of Fusion Now, joins guest host Leah Shaver and discusses the benefits of working with a company that’s been in the shoes of a Director of Recruiting, and shares some trends that are helping companies stand out in their effort to be authentic and attract the right drivers. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The Na…

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Kathy Lette’s midlife mantra: if it doesn’t spark joy, it’s time to toss it away! 46:05

25d ago46:05

46:05

It's season finale time! And my guest today is the whirlwind also known as Kathy Lette. Australian Kathy smashed her way into the global bestseller lists at the age of 17 with the novel Puberty Blues. Since then she has turned her irreverent, en pointe pen on the peaks and troughs, triumphs and total BS of female existence. I first read her with Gi…

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From Asylum Seekers To Multi Million-Pound-Properties - Oakmount Property Services 7:19

12d ago7:19

7:19

This week we hear from Robert Shadi. How he went from a small family run business helping asylum seekers to managing multi million pound properties. From £1m+ property builds to multi-million-pound commercial management, Oakmount handle it all. Need full Management or just some property admin support? You can contact Robert on the below links https…

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Quality Over Quantity: Reaching Passive Drivers Via Seated Social 27:52

16d ago27:52

27:52

Alex Carpenter, President of Seated Social, joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses the importance of finding the right passive candidates, crafting advertising campaigns that convert to direct leads with greater intent (quality over quantity), and measuring the results that matter most. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation …

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Molly Roden-Winter on becoming an ambassador for polyamory in your 50s 1:03:24

1M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

My guest today is the teacher, musician and writer Molly Roden Winter. Molly hit the headlines earlier this year when her memoir More was published in the United States and caused… let’s just call it “a storm”. Why? Because Molly’s book is an incredibly candid account of her open marriage. Which, lets face it, shouldn’t be that big of a deal in 202…

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Nicola Gimson - Nervous System Breakdown Lead To A Career In Neuro And Breathwork Coaching 4:03

20d ago4:03

4:03

We talk to Nicola Gimson A High Performance Neuro Coach, Breathwork Coach, Somatic Healer & Psychology Expert. Nicola helps you to flourish in your life or business, without the struggle of overwhelm or getting in your own way, through combining the power of the Brain, Nervous System, Breath & Mind. If you'd like to get in touch with Nicola you can…

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Former football player, Jarrett Irons, who is also the son of NFL football legend Gerald Irons discusses the personal impact of brain injury following the loss of his father. 43:33

1M ago43:33

43:33

Writer, journalist, and traumatic brain injury survivor, Christina Brown Fisher speaks with former linebacker Jarrett Irons about the impact of brain injury. His father, Gerald Irons, played in the National Football League for ten years. Gerald was a linebacker for the Oakland Raiders and is listed as one of the top 100 players for the Cleveland Br…

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Harnessing The Power Of Data In Your Fleet’s Recruiting Department 31:16

29d ago31:16

31:16

On this week’s episode guest host Leah Shaver, President and CEO of The National Transportation Institute, chats with Nathan J. Widener, Chief Data Officer at Career Now Brands. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/) Career Now Brands (https://careernowbrands.com/) Carrier Intelligenc…

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Liz Jensen on learning to love life again after devastating loss 54:48

1M ago54:48

54:48

CONTENT WARNING: There are many moments of joy in this conversation, but please be aware that Liz talks candidly about grief and the sudden death of her son, which some listeners may find upsetting. My guest today is the writer and climate activist Liz Jensen. Half Danish and half-anglo Moroccan, Liz started out as a journalist, working in radio be…

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Phil Strachan - I Wrote To Lamborghini And They Invited Me Over To Italy - Brand Not Bland! 5:06

27d ago5:06

5:06

This episode was recorded at a busy networking event, the background noise you can hear is the sound of business collaboration! This week we talk to Phil Strachan who's business is Brand not Bland, he's worked worth some big names like Nestle. Branding is much more than a logo! If you'd like to get in touch with Phil then you can find him on the be…

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Unlocking Hidden Capacity With REPOWR 25:19

1M ago25:19

25:19

Spencer Ware, co-founder and CEO, and Patrick Visintainer, co-founder and COO, join Jeremy Reymer and discuss the incredible underutilization of assets that exists across the industry and how REPOWR enables companies to leverage technology, unlock hidden capacity, and bring on-demand access to trailers to maximize utilization and flexibility. Speci…

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Emily Nagoski: what happens when a sex expert loses her sex drive? 56:59

2M ago56:59

56:59

I first came across today’s guest, Dr Emily Nagoski, on this very podcast, when my then guest Sarah Knight (creator of the NoFucks Given franchise) raved about the transformational power of her runaway bestseller, Come As You Are. I hunted it down and, like millions of women the world over, I was blown away. A sex expert speaking our language? Taki…

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Cat Williams - Shortlisted For Best TEDx Speaker 2024 - Rapid Transformational Therapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Keynote Speaker 4:20

1M ago4:20

4:20

Shortlisted for best TEDx speaker 2024 Cat Williams talks to us about how she helps people improve their confidence and self esteem. If this sounds like something you need help with, you can contact Cat through her website as well as view her fantastic TEDx Talk in the link below. https://www.cat-williams.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/catwilliam…

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Lessons Of 4 Generations In Trucking 31:26

1M ago31:26

31:26

Bill Skinner, President, and Tim Kordula, VP of Risk Management, with Wisconsin-based Skinner Transfer Corp join Jeremy Reymer and discuss the challenges of navigating today’s trucking environment and the importance of being involved and engaged in the industry, including at the advocacy level. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Tr…

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Anna Cascarina: you’re never too old to wear what the hell you want 1:02:03

2M ago1:02:03

1:02:03

My guest today is a fashion editor on a mission to improve the representation of all women over 40 - not just the thin white ones with a ton of spare cash! Anna Cascarina has worked in the fashion industry for over 25 years, first as a fashion editor and stylist, then as a teacher. But as she got older and so did her body, something rankled. Yep - …

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Alan Knell - The Weirdest Thing I Drank Was....... Hospice of The Good Shepherd 9:57

1M ago9:57

9:57

Alan Knell tells us all about the amazing things the Hospice of The Good Shepherd does. Join us on Sunday 4th August at Chester Racecourse where The Hospice of the Good Shepherd will be hosting their Annual Pantomime Horse Race You can grab your tickets here https://www.chester-races.com/race-days/fixtures/familyfunday2024/#guide You can get in tou…

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Tackling the Trucking IT Workforce Gap with DDC FPO 25:45

2M ago25:45

25:45

Chad Crotty, VP of Sales and Business Development for DDC FPO, joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses the importance of operational efficiency, the less talked about, but still very relevant IT workforce shortage, and the benefits of partnering with the consultative industry leader to streamline workflows Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The Natio…

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S4E23: New Zealand - 'Snowboarders, drinking games and a single dreadlock' 42:46

2M ago42:46

42:46

In this episode, Rachel and Emily journey back by rereading their blog entries to some more Queenstown memories, this time involving a pair of Australian snowboarders, a whole baked salmon, the 'car of death' and some drunken hairstyling.By Emily and Rachel

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Jackie Kay on absence, adoption & the art of living together apart 1:00:06

2M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

My guest today has blazed a trail through the British poetry scene ever since her work was first published in 1991. Born in Edinburgh, Jackie Kay MBE was brought up in Glasgow by her adoptive parents, Helen and John Kay, of whom much more later. She has had countless poetry collections, short stories and novels published to acclaim, as well as her …

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Nia Cooke - Meet the Mayor Of Chester 5th June - CQC Outstanding Homecare 6:59

2M ago6:59

6:59

We talk to Nia Cooke from Radfield Homecare The open day is for anyone looking for homecare services or job opportunities The day will also include information about their Be There movement - enhancing clients wellbeing Open day Wednesday 5th June 2024 11am-4pm 7 Chestergates business centre, Telford Court, Chester, CH1 6LT (free parking) Rated out…

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Leading with Passion and Integrity 29:54

2M ago29:54

29:54

Ed Nagle III, President and CEO of Toledo-based Nagle Companies, joins Jeremy Reymer and shares the origins of the third-generation company, speaks about the importance of integrity and flexibility when partnering with customers, and shares why he’s so committed to the industry. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Ins…

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Helen Lederer on anxiety, failure & living an “alarmingly truthful” life 54:31

2M ago54:31

54:31

My guest today is the writer, actress and comedian Helen Lederer. Helen began as a stand-up comedian in the “comedy swamp” of the 1980s, where women were like hen’s teeth and rose to fame with her sloaney girl at the bar in the BBC Comedy ‘Naked video’. Then came Saturday Night Live, The Young Ones, French and Saunders and Bottom with Rik Mayall. B…

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Simon Edmondson - It's Like Herding Cats! - Networking Entrepreneur 4:31

2M ago4:31

4:31

We talk to Simon Edmondson from Business Networks Chester & South Manchester Simon gives us an insight into how he runs a successful networking business. He has a fantastic way of bringing people together and helping business owners collaborate getting the most out of the meetings. If you would like to know more or have any questions for Simon you …

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A Diamond in the Rough 49:36

2M ago49:36

49:36

It’s the episode you’ve all been waiting for. Ellie Lebenthal Diamond is on the podcast and, boy, is this one a banger. Yes, her mom’s a socialite. Yes, she’s a DJ with moxie. No, she doesn’t know German…yet. Welcome to this season’s second episode and also its season finale (we’re sorry). This is The Bechdel Test. Follow/Subscribe! Instagram: @the…

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Second-Chance Success With Emerge Career 28:55

2M ago28:55

28:55

Zo Orchingwa, co-founder of Emerge Career, joins Jeremy Reymer and shares how he’s addressing the stigma around hiring formerly incarcerated individuals through Emerge Career’s technology platform, and how the unparalleled loyalty and retention these second-chance employees provide. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation…

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S4E22: New Zealand - 'Mini-golf, hostel hunting and a cabin in the woods' 49:50

2M ago49:50

49:50

In this episode, Emily and Rachel read back over their blog entries from more Queenstown adventures, including a startlingly creative mini golf course, a desperate search for hostel accommodation, and Rachel being struck down by a mysterious illness. Mentioned in the podcast: Emily's round up of the world's best mini golf courses https://www.lonely…

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Andrew Plimmer - I Like To Shoot Guns! - Multi Award Winning Hotelier 8:07

2M ago8:07

8:07

Andrew Plimmer from Everbright Hotels explains the good, the bad & the ugly within the world of Hospitality. He has a wealth of experience, been through a recession, a global pandemic yet still pushes through the boundaries, exceeding all expectations. If you would like to know more or further questions please click on the links for his details. ht…

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Miranda July on the unexpected wildness of ageing 49:59

2M ago49:59

49:59

Every so often you get the chance to interview someone whose work has fascinated you for, well, forever. And today is one of those days. Miranda July is an artist, performer, film maker and writer who has been doing it her own way since she was in her teens. She has made three films - The Future, Me and You and Everyone We Know and Kajillionaire, h…

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Intentional Recruiting With Carrier Intelligence 25:08

3M ago25:08

25:08

Lorus Byers, CEO of Carrier Intelligence, joins Jeremy Reymer and shares his entrepreneurial path to founding a company that addresses the challenges of wasteful spending and misalignment when it comes to attracting and recruiting drivers. Carrier Intelligence is also a Premier Sponsor of Taking the Hire Road. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors!…

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Kate Muir on the menopause experience that turned her into an activist 58:17

3M ago58:17

58:17

My guest today is the writer, film-maker and women’s health campaigner Kate Muir. Until perimenopause struck, Kate was the chief film critic of The Times, then all hell broke lose (as anyone who’s found themselves in the midst of the peri-maelstrom will understand). Her life and her job underwent massive turmoil. Now out the other side, she has pro…

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Tech Talk: What we can learn from the intersection of recruiting diesel techs and drivers 26:11

3M ago26:11

26:11

On this week’s episode guest host Leah Shaver, President and CEO of The National Transportation Institute, chats with with Amanda Schuier, chair of the ATA’s Technology & Maintenance Council. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/) Career Now Brands (https://careernowbrands.com/) Carri…

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S4E21: New Zealand - 'Disastrous hikes, dining out and tearful farewells' 46:45

2M ago46:45

46:45

In this episode, Emily and Rachel read back over their blog entry from the day they spent in NZ's Queenstown recovering from their hangovers, being plunged further into financial turmoil on an otherwise tranquil hike, and waving off their good friend Claire after a month of travelling friendship.By Emily and Rachel

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Amanda de Cadenet on reframing ambition and success in midlife 50:55

3M ago50:55

50:55

My guest today has lived a lot of lives in her 50 years. If you were knocking around in 1990, Amanda de Cadenet burst into your world when she became presenter on the seminal late night TV show, The Word, at 18 and appeared most days on the front of the British tabloids. Like many young women trapped in the public gaze, she has spent the rest of he…

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Perspective And Attitude: An American Dream Starting From Scratch 33:18

3M ago33:18

33:18

Stefan Trifan, President of APL Cargo, joins Jeremy Reymer and shares his American Dream story of coming to America from his native Moldova over a decade ago, and the challenges and successes of starting a trucking company and navigating turbulent times. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwag…

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Why I Run Special: Nims Purja – I run to achieve my goals 23:53

3M ago23:53

23:53

In this special one-off episode ahead of the 2024 Wings for Life World Run on May 5, Why I Run host Ayo Akinwolere sits down with the awe-inspiring Nims Purja. Nims is an ex-Ghurka and one of the world’s best mountaineers. He’s achieved some incredible physical feats – including summiting the world’s 14 tallest mountains at record-breaking speeds. …

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Minnie Driver on ageing, expectation and creased Brad Pitt! - THE SHIFT REVISITED 43:42

3M ago43:42

43:42

My guest this week is one of the most enduring movie actresses of our (by which I mean my!) generation. Minnie Driver made her first film, Circle of Friends in 1995, and went on to follow that with a lead role in Stanley Tucci’s gorgeous ode to Italian food, Big Night, an Oscar nominated turn in Goodwill Hunting. And my personal favourite Grosse Po…

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Leveraging Feedback To Improve Efficiency 26:30

3M ago26:30

26:30

Max Farrell, CEO of WorkHound, joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses the value of driver feedback, the creation of an effective feedback loop, and shares some of the trends he’s seeing in this current economic climate. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/) Career Now Brands (https://care…

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S4E20: New Zealand - 'Canyon swings, revelations and birthday fun' 48:58

3M ago48:58

48:58

In this very special episode, Rachel and Emily look back at the day of Rachel's 19th birthday, celebrated in Queenstown NZ. Among other things we hear, in great detail, about Rachel undertaking the town's infamous Canyon Swing, the mad dash for balloons, and a chaotic night out which results in the unfortunate decimation of Rach's birthday cake. We…

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Mariella Frostrup on refusing to be "scrap-heaped" at 50 - THE SHIFT REVISITED 47:15

3M ago47:15

47:15

A couple of weeks ago, journalist and broadcaster Mariella Frostrup stepped down from her presenting role at Times Radio so she could concentrate full-time on the women's health advocacy that has become her life's work. Seemed like a good time to look back at our episode from two and a half years ago when she discussed why she was on a mission to m…

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Bleeding Blue With Kottke Trucking 27:58

4M ago27:58

27:58

Kyle Kottke, GM for Kottke Trucking, joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses the company’s blue-collar nature and core values, and the origins of the 3rd generation company as it approaches 100 years in business. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute Career Now Brands Carrier Intelligence Infiniti-I Workhound Asurin…

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