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I've been in the ditch since 1989. WM 6/7A, Miller Ring Leader, Advanced Level Tanker, SSTA Ultra Heavy Recovery, 40 Hr HAZWOPER, OSHA Level 1 Rigger, American Towing & Recovery Institute. Georgia... more
FAQs about Above the Hook:How many episodes does Above the Hook have?The podcast currently has 34 episodes available.
June 20, 2019Parking Wars and Federal Price RegulationHow many times could a company rip down signs and hang signs? Could the cost of these parking lot wars ever make sense financially? Federal Regulation. if you don't think it's coming you're not paying attention. How do we stop it? Police our own industry. Do we just keep fighting a losing battle or do we approach them and try to have an honest discussion?...more18minPlay
June 12, 2019How dare you charge me for that!Why should my tow fees vary depending on your mood? When is the last time you went to work for free? Why do people act like lunatics on Facebook?...more18minPlay
June 03, 2019How can you help our industry : S3E1What can you as a driver or other employee do to help the entire towing industry? Here's a start....more35minPlay
April 07, 2019Florida Tow Show and an Alabama Update - S3E2It's finally here, The Florida Tow Show is in a new Hotel and Venue. Miller industries, Jerr-Dan, and NRC are all going to be there trying to convince us to make new purchases but will any of them introduce some groundbreaking new equipment? We also discuss wrecks you hope not to get, Vermont's proposed $40 tow cap and add a little to our last discussion about Alabama's problems... or are they?...more35minPlay
March 23, 2019Alabama Towing Rates - S3E1Did you hear about the latest slap in the Towing Industry's face? If not, get ready to be pissed off, angry, disrespected and well... crapped on. What qualifies Alabama to set rates? Do they know each and every tower's costs to provide service? Do they differentiate the hack with the 750 who keeps lanes shut for two hours vs. the trained professional who shows up with a rotator and opens the roads in 45 minutes? Do they have any information needed to make an accurate assessment of fees? Of course not....more57minPlay
February 23, 2019Dear Police DepartmentWouldn't it be nice if our industry would work together to fix its problems? Wouldn't be nice if we could accomplish this with a letter?...more5minPlay
January 20, 2019S2E10: Stand Together, Stand Your GroundHow are there so many towers still not seeing the light and understanding that we all need to stand together? Tow companies who stab each other in the back are stabbing themselves in the back. Swallow your foolish pride and let's work together to boot those who don't deserve to be there off and help those who do gain respect and earn what they are worth....more18minPlay
December 30, 2018S2E9: Fast Track Training & a Ride Through ShadyvilleHave you ever seen or heard the phrase "I could've done it with one truck but..."?Recovery Training and Moore's Law seem to be connected. Every town has at least one shady guy, is it you?...more34minPlay
December 23, 2018S2E8: Between a Cop and a Hard PlaceWe get into some of the quirks you find while dealing with different officers and different departments. Then we finish up with a quick pitch about joining an owner's group....more34minPlay
December 16, 2018S2E7: The Towing Industry Stinks!Unfortunately, our industry's black eye is caused by towers who keep punching it in the face. We also discuss some of the towing shows on TV and the 2019 show schedule...more49minPlay
FAQs about Above the Hook:How many episodes does Above the Hook have?The podcast currently has 34 episodes available.