Lisa McGrath and Greg Levy delve into the misunderstood world of trucking, addressing misconceptions and the skills required for the profession. They discuss language barriers, legalities, Greg's road experiences, and the Humboldt Broncos tragedy. Topics include weather challenges, truck accidents, regulations, owner operators vs. company drivers, and the impact of COVID-19, trade wars, and border issues. They also touch on diversity, the Highway of Tears, Ontario infrastructure, the public image of drivers, the convoy movement, and vaccination debates, comparing US and Canadian highways. The episode concludes with a sneak peek of what's next.

(0:00) Introduction and misconceptions about trucking

(1:24) The underestimated skillset of truck drivers

(2:42) Language barriers in the trucking industry

(4:22) Greg's trucking experiences and challenges

(7:31) Trucking perceptions and legalities

(10:34) Road risks and the Humboldt Broncos tragedy

(14:53) Weather-related driving experiences

(17:23) Analyzing common truck-related accidents

(22:10) Greg's encounters with hazardous conditions

(24:01) Complexity and regulations in truck driving

(24:38) Worst provinces for truck drivers

(27:58) Comparing owner operators and company drivers

(32:42) Pros and cons of a trucking career

(34:24) Trucking during the COVID-19 pandemic

(40:13) Diversity within the trucking community

(42:40) Trade wars and their impact on trucking

(46:46) Border crossing issues for truckers

(50:02) Advocating for truck driver respect

(52:13) Dangers on the Highway of Tears

(56:23) Ontario's trucking infrastructure shortcomings

(57:55) Public image of truck drivers and the convoy movement

(1:03:20) Vaccinations and trucking industry debates

(1:09:50) Comparing US and Canadian remote highways

(1:12:50) Episode conclusion and next episode preview