On this episode of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome Rua Fay — creator and Editor-in-Chief of Cinemasters.net, film critic, and festival veteran — for a conversation that spans the biggest releases of the year, highlights from Cannes and Tribeca, and her move from Boston to Los Angeles.

Rua launched Cinemasters at just 16 years old and, in less than five years, has built it into a respected film site with coverage at SXSW, TIFF, Tribeca, and Cannes. She’s now a certified Rotten Tomatoes critic, President of the Ithaca College Film Society, and one of the sharpest young voices in film criticism.

In this interview, you’ll hear:

• Rua’s picks for the best and worst new releases of the year

• Her behind-the-scenes take on Cannes and Tribeca 2025

• What it’s like covering festivals as a young critic

• How moving to LA changes her view of the industry

• Why Kubrick, Chaplin, and John Waters still inspire her work

• The evolving relationship between critics, audiences, and filmmakers

Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or a diehard cinephile, Rua’s insights will make you see this year’s films — and the industry behind them — in a whole new light.

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On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac talks with Rich Fredricksen, West Point grad, U.S. Army veteran, entrepreneur, and founder of Road Dog Care, about how one veteran’s mission to improve the health, comfort, and dignity of truck drivers is transforming the industry.

After years in the pharmaceutical and wellness products space, Rich saw firsthand through his work with Revolution Trucking that driver wellness programs were almost nonexistent and when they did exist, they were often out of touch with what drivers truly need.

That’s when Road Dog Care shifted from a direct-to-consumer product line into a partner for carriers, insurers, and the trucking ecosystem, delivering custom health, hygiene, and alertness kits designed by truckers, for truckers.

In this conversation, you’ll hear:

• The story behind Road Dog Care and why driver wellness is long overdue for attention

• Why carriers spend thousands to replace drivers but pennies to keep them — and how that needs to change

• How small comforts like full-body bathing wipes, rinse-free shampoo, and pet care products can improve safety, morale, and retention

• How veterans transitioning into trucking can benefit from wellness programs

• Why Driver Appreciation Week is the perfect time to invest in your fleet’s well-being

If you’re a driver, fleet manager, or anyone who cares about the people who keep America moving, this conversation will open your eyes to an under-discussed but critical part of the trucking industry.

Learn more at: https://RoadDogCare.com

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, Jimmy Mac welcomes back Mike Florio — creator of ProFootballTalk.com, host of PFT Live, and one of the most respected (and fearless) voices covering the NFL.

This time, Florio’s not here just to talk football headlines — he’s here to dive into his brand new novel, Big Shield, a sharp, fast-moving football thriller that takes fans beyond the sidelines into the drama, politics, and hidden machinations of the league. With more than two decades of NFL reporting and a legal career before that, Florio blends insider knowledge with storytelling punch.

In this conversation, you’ll hear:

• What inspired Big Shield and how much is rooted in real NFL culture

• How fiction lets him explore truths the news cycle can’t touch

• Why he writes 1–2 books a year (and plans to publish 20+)

• The balance between hard-hitting sports journalism and pure entertainment

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YouTube:   / nflonnbc 

Get the book: Big Shield on Amazon

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On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Mike McHorse, Director of Industry Engagement at the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), to break down one of the most talked-about events in trucking — Run on Less: Messy Middle.

This year’s Run showcases 13 fleets exploring a mix of diesel, natural gas, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains in real-world, long-haul conditions. The featured fleet in this episode: Albert Transport.

In This Episode:

• How Albert Transport is approaching alternative power solutions

• Routes, deployment details, and efficiency goals

• Surprising takeaways NACFE has already learned

• What to watch for when the Run kicks off September 8th

• How the “Messy Middle” is shaping trucking’s future

Learn more about the participants here: https://runonless.com/participants/

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler sit down with Cynthia Rivard, spiritual teacher, business strategist, and environmental advocate — to discuss The Rise of the Microleader and why the future of humanity depends on everyday people stepping into leadership.

Cynthia challenges the idea that leadership is reserved for politicians, CEOs, or influencers. Instead, she says it’s about anyone using their influence — no matter how small their circle — to take intentional, heart-led action.

In this powerful and inspiring conversation, you’ll hear:

• Why the “silent majority” must become the compassionate action takers

• How inner peace fuels outward progress

• The mindset shifts needed to overcome fear and resistance

• Why microleaders are the key to solving global challenges like climate change

• How aligned, small actions can ripple into massive societal change

“It’s not possible to have too many leaders, because the world has too many needs.” — Cynthia Rivard

Learn more about Cynthia Rivard:

Website: https://www.cynthiarivard.com/

YouTube:   / @globalrisingtide  

Facebook:  / cj.rivard  

Instagram:  / cjrivard 

On this powerful episode of Road Gang Radio, Jimmy Mac sits down with award-winning filmmaker Susie Singer-Carter to discuss her searing new documentary, No Country for Old People — a shocking exposé on the systemic abuse, neglect, and corruption plaguing America’s nursing homes.

Honored with an Anthem Award for Health Awareness, the film follows the last six months of Susie’s mother’s life in a so-called “5-star” facility and uncovers:

• Billions funneled through shell companies while care suffers

• Staffing levels well below safe standards — even pre-pandemic

• Horrific stories of neglect, abuse, and exploitation

• A “Nursing Home Mafia” operating like organized crime

• How the elderly are being warehoused, silenced, and forgotten

With National Senior Citizen’s Day approaching August 21st, Susie’s mission is urgent: shine a light, spark outrage, and demand reform. No Country for Old People premieres August 1st, 2025 on Amazon, followed by releases on Hoopla, Spectrum, Charter, Cox, Xfinity, Tubi, and more.

Watch the Trailer/Sizzle Reel: https://vimeo.com/1097399645/4baf4cc693

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On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Jane Jazrawy, Co-Founder & CEO of CarriersEdge, the company that revolutionized online training for the trucking industry. Since 2005, CarriersEdge has built the first and only Learning Management System designed specifically for trucking — delivering courses that drivers respect, safety managers trust, and fleets depend on.

Jane shares how CarriersEdge:

✅ Designs training by trucking people, for trucking people

✅ Uses insights from the Best Fleets to Drive For program to add proven best practices into every course

✅ Improves safety, compliance, and driver engagement without adding more work for fleet managers

✅ Integrates seamlessly with other technologies fleets already use

✅ Continuously updates content with their proprietary authoring system

From reducing accidents to boosting CSA scores, Jane explains how CarriersEdge helps fleets of all sizes get serious safety results without driver pushback — and why their approach works when generic training systems fail.

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome bestselling author Samuel Marquis to dive deep into his new book, Captain Kidd: A True Story of Treasure and Betrayal (Diversion Books/Simon & Schuster).

For over 300 years, Captain William Kidd has been one of the most infamous names in maritime history — painted as a ruthless pirate who plundered ships and slit throats. But Marquis, Kidd’s ninth-great-grandson, reveals a far more complex truth: Kidd was a celebrated pirate hunter, respected New York family man, and trusted ally to the King of England… until political betrayal turned him into history’s fall guy.

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome rising country star Dave Wilbert, whose new album Live From America (It’s Saturday Night) hit 1 million streams in its first 30 days on Spotify.

Dave shares the inspiration behind the record, stories from his life on the family farm just west of Nashville, and what it’s like to blend timeless country roots with a fresh, authentic sound. Known as one of the most played independent artists on the Music Row Breakout and CDX True Indie charts in 2024, Dave talks about staying true to himself in an industry that’s always changing — and why his new single is an anthem for the heartland.

oin Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler on Road Gang Radio as they sit down with Br. David Bryant, also known as The Desert Monk, a Benedictine monk living at the Monastery of Christ in the Desert near Abiquiú, New Mexico.

Br. David shares his spiritual journey, how he was called to monastic life, and the history of the monastery. Discover what a typical day looks like, the work and prayer that shape monastic life, and the wisdom he offers to anyone considering this path. He also discusses technology in the monastery, the natural beauty surrounding the community, and what it’s like to visit this peaceful sanctuary.

Follow Br. David’s reflections on simplicity, spiritual practices, and sustainable living as he bridges tradition with modern life, all while sharing glimpses of daily life as The Desert Monk.