Best Teamsters Canadas Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 27 - Canning Salmon 32:15

5d ago32:15

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This is the first of a two-part series on the role of women in BC ‘s once thriving fishing industry. This episode hears from women who worked in the fish canneries that once lined the west coast of BC. They bring to life a time when BC fish helped feed the nation and many parts of the world. Included are recordings of an indigenous woman who worked…

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Trinity Vandenacre - Life in the West 1:12:31

2M ago1:12:31

1:12:31

Send us a text Today we're thrilled to have Trinity Vandenacre, an "entrepreneur cowboy" with deep roots in the ranching industry, join us. On this episode, we'll talk about variety of topics from the benefits of feeding horses straight alfalfa to the ever-evolving draft horse industry. You'll hear fascinating insights about the rugged landscapes o…

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Eric Reed ( Rich Strike ) 148th Kentucky Derby Trainer 55:00

2M ago55:00

55:00

Send us a text In this episode of "Harness Up," host Steven Haste interviews Eric Reed, the winning trainer of Rich Strike, the 148th Kentucky Derby champion. They discuss the significant challenges of driving horses in public areas, recounting a dangerous traffic incident and the public's response. Eric shares his profound connection to horse raci…

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Sounds of Appalachia: Bluegrass, Mules & Horses & Stories of Old Time Ways and Traditions 58:35

3M ago58:35

58:35

Send us a text In this episode, Timmy Jones, owner of Rusty Spur Trail Rides, reminisces about the good ol' days of coon hunting under the moonlit sky and shares his journey from a musician to a full-time trail ride business owner. Get ready to hear stories of tradition, change, and the great outdoors. Find us online at DraftHorsesAndMulesForSale.c…

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Journey to the Kentucky Oaks: Michael McMillan and Where's My Ring 37:22

3M ago37:22

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Send us a text Today, we're venturing into the thrilling world of horse racing with our special guest, Michael McMillan, the proud owner of the racehorse "Where's My Ring," set to compete in the prestigious Kentucky Oaks. Join us as Michael shares his unexpected journey into horse ownership, balancing it with his busy life, and the touching story b…

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Kentucky Derby Halter Maker, Pinkston's Turf Goods 34:22

3M ago34:22

34:22

Send us a text We dive deep into the rich history of Pinkston's, a family business that has been a cornerstone in the horse industry for decades. Enjoy fascinating tales about mules in the military, the craftsmanship of Derby halters, and the evolution of horse racing regulations. Learn about the family's proud legacy, their renowned custom-made ra…

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PRB Bull Rider JaCauy Hale Bucks His Way to the Top 45:58

4M ago45:58

45:58

Send us a text Here's a surprise for you aspiring PBR bull riding enthusiasts! Learn the unexpected insights from a casual and informal chat with professional bull rider JaCauy Hale. From training and equipment essentials to unforgettable rodeo experiences, this is where your bull riding journey begins. Dive into this uncharted podcast territory an…

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Cowboy Wisdom w/ Dewayne Noel of Dry Creek Wrangler School 1:29:38

4M ago1:29:38

1:29:38

Send us a text Dewayne Noel of Dry Creek Wrangler School and host Steven Haste dive deep into the fascinating world of mules, horse breeding, and the unique challenges and experiences that come with ranching and training these remarkable animals. Dewayne shares his personal journey, from riding Mongolian horses in China to launching a horseback saf…

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Ep 26: Lenkurt Electric - Turning the Tide 30:05

4M ago30:05

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A 1966 wildcat strike* by 400 mostly women members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) at Lenkurt Electric in Burnaby, BC was a turning point for the province's labour movement. This was a time when courts and police routinely jailed and fined union members during labour disputes, and Canadian members of international unio…

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Empowering Equestrians: Ken McNabb's Influence on Horsemanship 53:46

5M ago53:46

53:46

Send us a text Host Steven Haste is joined by renowned cowboy Ken McNabb. Ken speaks about his extensive experience in the horse industry, his TV show appearances, and the significant influence of "Yellowstone" on horse market trends. Ken is passionate about educating equestrians through his various horsemanship clinics and emphasizes the importanc…

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Preparing Equine Partners for Mounted Patrol Duty 43:15

5M ago43:15

43:15

Send us a text Justin Hardy, a dedicated member of the Louisville Metro Police Department's mounted patrol division, joins Steven Haste on the podcast. With 18 years of experience at the department, including 14 years spent riding on horseback, Justin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in training police horses for mounted patrols. His pass…

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Meet the Podcast Host 23:40

6M ago23:40

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Send us a text Host Steven Haste shares his passion for these magnificent animals and provides a glimpse into his life, work, and connections across the country. From heartfelt personal stories to the diverse uses of draft horses and mules, as well as the tight-knit community around them, Steven offers an engaging and insightful look at the world o…

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Harness Up Trailer 1:28

6M ago1:28

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Send us a text Welcome to the Haste Draft Horses & Mules Podcast, where we talk all things related to these magnificent animals. From their history and uses to training and care, we cover it all. Join us as we chat with experts and enthusiasts in the field, share stories and tips, and explore the world of draft horses and mules. Whether you're a se…

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Ep. 25: A Struggle Too Long: Paul Robeson Sings at Peace Arch Park 23:57

7M ago23:57

23:57

This episode features two larger than life historical figures: Harvey Murphy, regional director of the International Union of Mine Mill and Smelter Workers Union and Paul Robeson, Black American superstar known around the world for his powerful singing voice and a fearless crusader for peace, universal justice and an end to racial discrimination in…

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Ep. 24: Tatsuro Buck Suzuki: Community advocate, union activist, environmentalist 34:26

7M ago34:26

34:26

We celebrate the life of Tatsuro 'Buck' Suzuki, who spent his life advocating for the West Coast fishing community, first as a young liaison between Japanese Canadians and an industry dominated by Whites, then as a strong trade unionist, and finally, as an early environmental activist, fighting to protect salmon habitat. Included are recordings of …

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Ep 23: Teamster Diana Kilmury: B.C.’s Tough and Fearless Truck-Driving Woman 39:38

10M ago39:38

39:38

In this episode of On the Line, we present a compelling tale of British Columbia's Diana Kilmury, a bold and fearless truck driver who became immersed in the murky male dominated world of the Teamsters Union back in the days when women behind the wheel of big trucks were as scarce as generous employers. She took on both sexist attitudes on the job …

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Episode 22: Darshan Singh Sangha: A Human Spirit that Transcended Boundaries 25:53

12M ago25:53

25:53

This episode chronicles the exploits of someone who made a huge contribution to the early organizing efforts of the International Woodworkers of America and campaigned relentlessly for justice for South Asians like himself during the 1940s. That man is Darshan Singh Sangha. Yet few British Columbians outside the province's large South Asian communi…

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Episode 21: Construction Unions, the False Creek Rumble and Expo 86 26:45

1y ago26:45

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We look at the valiant efforts during the 1980s by B.C.'s unionized building trades to fight off the anti-union Social Credit government determined to break their hold on major construction projects in the province. It all came to a head in the run-up to Vancouver's World's Fair—Expo 86—and the building of the fair itself. Cheered on by fanatical a…

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TD196: Teamster Battles Continue, EPA Vs. Truckers, Truck Stop News, Female Trucker Survey, Lots Of Truck Safety Topics, & More 2:02:53

1+ y ago2:02:53

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In today’s long-overdue show, we’ve got stories on Teamster fights with Sysco and Yellow, FedEx is heading into a massive reorganization, lots of truck stop news, what’s going on with truck safety; including crash rates for new carriers, new out-of-service criteria, driver-facing cameras, drug testing, E-log violation detection, automatic emergency…

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TD196: Teamster Battles Continue, EPA Vs. Truckers, Truck Stop News, Female Trucker Survey, Lots Of Truck Safety Topics, & More 2:02:53

1+ y ago2:02:53

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Podcast Show Notes TD196: Teamster Battles Continue, EPA Vs. Truckers, Truck Stop News, Female Trucker Survey, Lots Of Truck Safety Topics, & More In today’s long-overdue show, we’ve got stories on Teamster fights with Sysco and Yellow, FedEx is heading into a massive reorganization, lots of truck stop news, what’s going on with truck safety;... Th…

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Episode 20: Grit and Working-Class Solidarity: B.C. Workers Respond to the 1919 Winnipeg General Strike 19:26

1+ y ago19:26

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This episode highlights a remarkable but relatively unknown chapter of working-class solidarity. While waves of sympathy strikes to support the 1919 Winnipeg General Strike took place across Canada, the most pronounced of these was in Vancouver, B.C. Even after workers returned to their jobs, 325 women telephone operators stayed out for another two…

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TD195: ELD Failures, Teamsters Get Busy, Cheat Sheet For Safety Blitz, Tax Breaks For Truckers, AB5 Challenged Again, Agriculture Exemption Under Fire, Can Day Cabs Use Split Sleeper?, & More 1:32:02

1+ y ago1:32:02

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In today’s show, we’ve got a cheat sheet to prepare for the upcoming largest safety blitz in North America, the Agriculture Hours-of-Service exemption is coming under fire, California’s AB5 law is back in the headlines, we’ll try to figure out if Electronic Logging Devices have improved safety as much as the FMCSA hoped, the Teamsters are having ba…

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TD195: ELD Failures, Teamsters Get Busy, Cheat Sheet For Safety Blitz, Tax Breaks For Truckers, AB5 Challenged Again, Agriculture Exemption Under Fire, Can Day Cabs Use Split Sleeper?, & More 1:32:02

1+ y ago1:32:02

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Podcast Show Notes TD195: ELD Failures, Teamsters Get Busy, Cheat Sheet For Safety Blitz, Tax Breaks For Truckers, AB5 Challenged Again, Agriculture Exemption Under Fire, Can Day Cabs Use Split Sleeper?, & More In today’s show, we’ve got a cheat sheet to prepare for the upcoming largest safety blitz in North America, the Agriculture Hours-of-Servic…

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TD194: Knight-Swift Buys U.S. Xpress, Daylight Savings Time Challenged, Truckers Given Stoplight Priority, Bad Choice For Secretary Of Labor, What To Do With Old Tires, Possibly The World's Tiniest Trucker ... 1:27:32

1+ y ago1:27:32

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In this week’s news, Knight-Swift buys yet another large carrier, daylight savings time is being debated in Congress for the millionth time, a Congressman calls the Secretary of Labor nominee the “worst choice.” We’ll find out why. We’ll discuss a new technology that could possibly give truckers priority at stop lights, a safety coalition calls for…

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TD194: Knight-Swift Buys U.S. Xpress, Daylight Savings Time Challenged, Truckers Given Stoplight Priority, Bad Choice For Secretary Of Labor, What To Do With Old Tires, Possibly The World’s Tiniest Trucker ... 1:27:26

1+ y ago1:27:26

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Podcast Show Notes TD194: Knight-Swift Buys U.S. Xpress, Daylight Savings Time Challenged, Truckers Given Stoplight Priority, Bad Choice For Secretary Of Labor, What To Do With Old Tires, Possibly The World’s Tiniest Trucker, & More In this week’s news, Knight-Swift buys yet another large carrier, daylight savings time is being debated in Congress …

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TD193: New Secretary of Labor?, Senator/Teamster Fight, Love's Founder Dies, Diesel Mechanic Pay Rises, Cool Products, & More 1:22:02

1+ y ago1:22:02

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In today’s episode, we’ve got a possible new Secretary of Labor, a fight between a Senator and the Teamster’s President, rising pay for diesel mechanics, the Love’s Travel Stop’s founder dies, I’ll tell you about one high tech and one low tech product, Cummins is rebranding it’s emissions-focused division, and apparently, truckers value praise more…

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TD193: New Secretary of Labor?, Senator/Teamster Fight, Love’s Founder Dies, Diesel Mechanic Pay Rises, Cool Products, & More 1:21:57

1+ y ago1:21:57

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Podcast Show Notes TD193: New Secretary of Labor?, Senator/Teamster Fight, Love’s Founder Dies, Diesel Mechanic Pay Rises, Cool Products, & More In today’s episode, we’ve got a possible new Secretary of Labor, a fight between a Senator and the Teamster’s President, rising pay for diesel mechanics, the Love’s Travel Stop’s founder dies, I’ll tell yo…

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TD192: Roadcheck Safety Blitz Dates Announced, Canada Gets Funding For New Truckers, FMCSA Gets More Exemption Requests, Big Truck Crash Study Coming, & More 1:03:34

1+ y ago1:03:34

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In today’s show, I’ll tell you when the biggest safety blitz of the year will take place, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) asks the FMCSA for a better Big Truck Crash Study this time around, more rules exemptions are being sought from the FMCSA, new “move over” laws are coming in some states, Canada provides funding to get mor…

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TD192: Roadcheck Safety Blitz Dates Announced, Canada Gets Funding For New Truckers, A New Way To Unload Freight, Big Truck Crash Study Coming, & More 1:03:35

1+ y ago1:03:35

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Podcast Show Notes TD192: Roadcheck Safety Blitz Dates Announced, Canada Gets Funding For New Truckers, FMCSA Gets More Exemption Requests, Big Truck Crash Study Coming, & More In today’s show, I’ll tell you when the biggest safety blitz of the year will take place, Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) asks the FMCSA for a better.…

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TD191: State Of The Union & Trucking, EV Rollout Not Going As Planned, FMCSA Stays Busy With Exemptions, TA's New Restaurant, & More 1:06:14

1+ y ago1:06:14

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In today’s show, we’ll talk about how the trucking industry was a hot topic at the State of the Union address, we’ll talk about how this futuristic trucking world isn’t working out quite as expected, the FMCSA is staying busy receiving and rejecting exemption requests, I’ll tell you about a new restaurant chain at TA truck stops, and I’ll point you…

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TD191: State Of The Union & Trucking, EV Rollout Not Going As Planned, FMCSA Stays Busy With Exemptions, TA’s New Restaurant, & More 1:06:14

1+ y ago1:06:14

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Podcast Show Notes TD191: State Of The Union & Trucking, EV Rollout Not Going As Planned, FMCSA Stays Busy With Exemptions, TA’s New Restaurant, & More In today’s show, we’ll talk about how the trucking industry was a hot topic at the State of the Union address, we’ll talk about how this futuristic trucking world... The post TD191: State Of The Uni…

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TD190: BP Buys TA, New State Traffic Laws, Truck Stop News, Preparing For Weigh Stations, Right To Repair Trucks, What Your Tires Can Tell You, & More 1:31:38

1+ y ago1:31:38

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In this week’s show, we’ve got lots of truck stop news, I’ll tell you the top 10 worst traffic bottlenecks in the US, we’ve got a crap ton of new state traffic laws, the FMCSA is revamping the way it rates carriers for safety, I’ll share tips to get you in and out of a weigh station quickly, and we’ll talk about what your tires are trying to tell y…

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TD190: BP Buys TA, New State Traffic Laws, Truck Stop News, Preparing For Weigh Stations, Right To Repair Trucks, What Your Tires Can Tell You, & More 1:31:33

1+ y ago1:31:33

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Podcast Show Notes TD190: BP Buys TA, New State Traffic Laws, Truck Stop News, Preparing For Weigh Stations, Right To Repair Trucks, What Your Tires Can Tell You, & More In this week’s show, we’ve got lots of truck stop news, I’ll tell you the top 10 worst traffic bottlenecks in the US, we’ve got... The post TD190: BP Buys TA, New State Traffic Law…

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TD189.5: No Show This Week 1:04

1+ y ago1:04

1:04

No show today. Really crappy week. 'Nuff said.By Todd McCann

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TD189: ATA CEO Talks To Congress, Choosing A Truck Driving School, Possible New Speed Limits, Steps To Take Before Applying, & More 1:19:31

1+ y ago1:19:31

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Well, news was light last week, but it’s back with a vengeance, which means I’m pretty sure this week’s show is going to be long, so strap in and keep your cup of coffee handy so you don’t doze off. LOL News this week includes American Trucking Association’s (ATA) CEO discussing trucking’s biggest issues with Congress, positive drug tests were up i…

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TD189: ATA CEO Talks To Congress, Choosing A Truck Driving School, Possible New Speed Limits, Steps To Take Before Applying, & More 1:19:31

1+ y ago1:19:31

1:19:31

Podcast Show Notes TD189: ATA CEO Talks To Congress, Choosing A Truck Driving School, Possible New Speed Limits, Steps To Take Before Applying, & More Well, news was light last week, but it’s back with a vengeance, which means I’m pretty sure this week’s show is going to be long, so strap in and keep... The post TD189: ATA CEO Talks To Congress, Ch…

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Episode 19: Union Maids in Action - The 1918 Steam Laundry Strike 22:06

1+ y ago22:06

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A five-month long strike in 1918-1919 by Vancouver laundry workers, most of whom were women, is told through the words of one of its leaders. Ellen Goode began working in a steam laundry at 15, toiling over 10 hours a day, sometimes 60 hours a week. She and her fellow workers formed a union in 1918. In September 1918 they went on strike. Supported …

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TD188: A Trucker's Breakdown Saga, Tax Credits For Truckers, New Roundabout Rules, Bird Poop Vs. Autonomous Truck, & More 1:28:20

1+ y ago1:28:20

1:28:20

Well, the news is light this week, so we’re trying something different again. We’ve been teasing a mega breakdown saga from listener Wunuvakind in recent weeks and it turned out to be far too long for the listener feedback segment. So, I’m sure much to her surprise, Wunuvakind’s story is featured on the show. I enjoyed it immensely and I hope you d…

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TD188: A Trucker’s Breakdown Saga, Tax Credits For Truckers, New Roundabout Rules, Bird Poop Vs. Autonomous Truck, & More 1:28:15

1+ y ago1:28:15

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Podcast Show Notes TD188: A Trucker’s Breakdown Saga, Tax Credits For Truckers, New Roundabout Rules, Bird Poop Vs. Autonomous Truck, & More Well, the news is light this week, so we’re trying something different again. We’ve been teasing a mega breakdown saga from listener Wunuvakind in recent weeks and it turned out to be far... The post TD188: A …

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TD187: Worst Traffic In The World, The Legality of Trucker Marijuana, Pay-By-The-Mile Criticized, Ammonia-Powered Truck, & More 1:01:10

1+ y ago1:01:10

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In today’s show, California’s AB5 just won’t go away; getting paid-by-the-mile is coming under fire; truckers, drugs, and drug testing is always a hot topic; and I’ll tell you where is the worst traffic in the world and the US is (the answer might surprise you). Also, how likely is the US going to be ready for electric trucks by 2045?; I’ll tell yo…

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TD187: Worst Traffic In The World, The Legality of Trucker Marijuana, Pay-By-The-Mile Criticized, Ammonia-Powered Truck, & More 1:01:07

1+ y ago1:01:07

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Podcast Show Notes TD187: Worst Traffic In The World, The Legality of Trucker Marijuana, Pay-By-The-Mile Criticized, Ammonia-Powered Truck, & More In today’s show, California’s AB5 just won’t go away; getting paid-by-the-mile is coming under fire; truckers, drugs, and drug testing is always a hot topic; and I’ll tell you where is the worst traffic …

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TD186: Teamsters Vs. UPS, California’s Massive Truck Shutdown, FMCSA Busy Rejecting Stuff, & More 1:11:12

1+ y ago1:11:12

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Well, we’re back to our normal news-focused show this week. We’ve got lots of news to catch up on, including how California shutting down a crapload of trucks is going. Is the new Tesla semi already having problems? The FMCSA is staying super busy with both denying and accepting requests. I’ll catch you up on that. What else? Trucking jobs are slow…

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TD185: Scoot Over And Fix It Now! 51:25

1+ y ago51:25

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Well, you asked and I listened. In today’s show, we go back to a time when there was nothing on the show but this dorky trucker telling a story and a reading a couple of emails from listeners. This time around we’ve got a rant called “Scoot Over And Fix It Now!” We’ll also hear a bathroom story from Driver Dave and Wunuvakind sent in an audio clip …

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TD184: Accidents Won't Ruin Your Career, Public's View Of Truckers, CB Lingo, Trucker Movies, & More 34:57

1+ y ago34:57

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In this week's show, guest host Steven Gorman talks about the difference between accidents and incidents, and how neither should keep you from succeeding in your trucking career. And he backs that up by telling you about his roads mishaps and where he is now. In the news segment, Steven talks about the top 10 largest private trucking companies, he’…

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TD183: Harassement In Trucking, Bad Weather Driving, Electric Truck Snafus, Legislating Bathrooms, & More 1:17:50

1+ y ago1:17:50

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In this week’s trucking news, you’ll get winter driving tips from experienced drivers and you’ll learn if your employer can retaliate if you refuse to drive in bad weather. We’ll hear about the Department of Labor getting an earful about the newly-proposed rules on who qualifies as an independent contractor. California emissions Nazis are reeking h…

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TD182: Railroad Strike Avoided, Facebook Discriminates Against Female Truckers, Good/Bad Changes By States & FMCSA, & More 1:23:08

2y ago1:23:08

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This week, we’re going to discuss Congress’ controversial intercession in the pending railroad strike, also, both the FMCSA and individual states are making it harder for truckers in some aspects, and easier in others, Facebook seems to be discriminating against female truckers when it comes to trucking jobs, I’ll tell you about a government funded…

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Episode 18: How Many Deaths Will It Take? Remembering the Canadian Farmworkers Union 33:38

2y ago33:38

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This is the inspiring tale of a group of dedicated individuals who took up the cause of BC’s Fraser Valley Farmworkers who toiled in dreadful, unregulated conditions in the 1970s and ‘80s. It is a saga with death and violence and courageous union organizing. Drawing upon interviews from the University of the Fraser Valley’s South Asian Institute Un…

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TD181: Struggling LTL Industry, Eco-Friendly Truck Solutions And Problems, Healthcare For Truckers, European HOS Explained, & More 55:16

2y ago55:16

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In today’s show, we’re going to talk about the struggling LTL industry and what makes it so finicky. We’ll discuss new ways to make trucks more eco-friendly and the problems that come with trying to charge all these proposed electric trucks. I’ll also give you an update on the potential railroad strike, a new healthcare option for truckers, and for…

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TD180: Weather Apps For Truckers, Women In Trucking Group Gets Busy, Electric Truck Video, & More 48:54

2y ago48:54

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In this week’s show, we’ve two cool weather apps for truckers, an HOS exemption denial, new ELD rules for California, a new product from the Jake Brake people, the FMCSA’s new Women In Trucking initiative gets to work, a video showing the cab of an electric truck, free food for some truckers, self-driving trucks in Australia, and much more. Also, m…

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TD179: Diesel Fuel Shortages, Crash Data Before/After ELD Mandate, Double Brokering Explained, & More 1:04:32

2y ago1:04:32

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In today’s mega-episode, we talk about the looming diesel shortage, how autonomous vehicles are still moving forward, what crash data shows before and after the ELD mandate, how the FMCSA has been keeping really really busy, and Jeremy from our sponsor Porter Freight Funding explains double-brokering to us. We’ve also got free meals for veterans, h…

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