The Oakley Podcast

Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Previewing Today’s Show with Benny and Dennis (1:01)
• Important Update on 2290s and using the website (4:36)
• Spreading the word about the podcast (8:10)
• Early days of working with Bruce Oakley (13:24)
• Experiences in the early days of the company (19:36)
• Bruce's early work and ventures (22:26)
• Expansion and development (24:02)
• Involvement in the business (29:37)
• Expansion of trucking business (33:52)
• Trucking operations and challenges (37:17)
• Business development and recruitment (42:01)
• Expansion and Acquisitions (45:53)
• Company Growth and Challenges (47:02)
• Family-Owned Business (49:38)
• Reflections and Legacy (55:38)
• Final thoughts and closing remarks (59:25)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Introduction of Today’s Episode with Damoni Gunter (0:12)
• Update on 2290s from Oakley (1:040)
• Damoni's Background and Transition to Oakley (5:06)
• Transitioning to Oakley and Truck Purchase (9:08)
• Discussion about Damoni’s New Truck (11:14)
• Truck Trade Process (12:06)
• Challenges of Being an Owner-Operator (14:32)
• Pros and Cons of Hopper Division (17:36)
• Starting out in the Hopper division (21:29)
• Oakley's high expectations for drivers (23:53)
• The meaning of being a truck driver (27:39)
• Stereotypes about truck drivers (31:58)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (34:47)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Tony's Journey to Oakley (1:31)
• Buying a Truck and Starting at Oakley (3:00)
• Highlights of Tony's Time at Oakley (9:13)
• Relationship with Dispatchers (11:34)
• Family-Like Atmosphere at Oakley (18:24)
• Attitude Towards Safety and Cameras (00:19:29)
• The importance of safe driving (20:25)
• Making money and company support (22:16)
• Future plans and new opportunities (25:33)
• Relationships with colleagues and customers (27:44)
• Professionalism and company culture (33:12)
• Farewell and appreciation for Tony (39:23)
• Final Thoughts and Parting Words (41:26)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Chuck’s background in trucking (1:14)
• The transition to Oakley (2:01)
• Experience as a truck driver and reasons for staying in the industry (3:31)
• Transition to the pneumatic division (8:29)
• First load to Canada and experiences at the border (10:43)
• Running loads to Canada and preferences for crossing points (12:57)
• Logistics of running loads to Canada (17:04)
• The border crossing experience (21:27)
• The benefits of crossing the border with Oakley (24:00)
• Importance of communication (25:25)
• Technology and border crossing (29:14)
• Misconceptions about Canada trips (31:35)
• Benefits of Canada trips (36:36)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (39:03)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruce oakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Introduction of Robert and Truckers Final Mile (1:26)
• Robert’s personal experience leading to the founding of Trucker’s Final Mile (5:35)
• Programs and assistance provided by Trucker’s Final Mile (8:34)
• Organization and volunteers of Trucker’s Final Mile (11:58)
• Efficiency in providing assistance to families and drivers in need (12:25)
• Limitations and costs of assistance (14:23)
• Responsibilities of truck drivers in crisis situations (17:12)
• Challenges and limitations of assistance (20:14)
• Lack of industry regulations for driver assistance (21:33)
• Getting Drivers Home (23:58)
• Preparation for Tragedies (25:00)
• Challenges After a Loss (26:21)
• Family Pre-Trip Preparation (29:14)
• Next of Kin Chain of Command (32:01)
• Donating to Make a Difference (37:07)
• Final thoughts and takeaways from the conversation (41:21)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Ben’s military background and journey in trucking (1:39)
• The decision to move to Arkansas (10:10)
• The importance of spousal support (13:52)
• Challenges of being an owner-operator (17:07)
• Ben’s sister and her work in trucking (18:05)
• The first steps into the trucking world (21:20)
• Support and partnership in trucking (22:14)
• Benefits and challenges at Oakley Trucking (23:43)
• What’s next for Ben in the future? (32:59)
• Financial discipline as an owner-operator (35:36)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (42:28)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruce oakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• John’s background in Trucking and Work with Good News Distribution (2:58)
• The ministry of GND (4:47)
• Distribution of needed materials to Truckers (5:54)
• Distribution Networks and Partnerships (7:26)
• The impact of Bible distribution on Truckers (9:34)
• Collaboration with Cry Mission (11:05)
• Partnership with Gideons and Bible App Cards (14:06)
• Supporting Good News Distribution (15:54)
• Challenges in Material Distribution (17:33)
• Evolution of Trucker Communication (20:19)
• John’s personal impact in the distribution work (21:31)
• Offering prayers and support for Truckers (23:03)
• Connecting with Good News Distributors and Final Takeaways (23:35)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Introduction of Co-Host Megan (2:00)
• Megan's experience at Oakley (3:23)
• Jason’s background in trucking (7:38)
• From criminal justice to truck driving (9:54)
• Jason's experience as an owner-operator at Oakley (16:29)
• Stability of work at Oakley Trucking (18:32)
• Work-life Balance (21:41)
• Truck Driver's Role in the Economy and Society (24:00)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (25:10)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Troy’s background in truckingMeeting Troy Austin (1:24)
• Starting the TalkCDL Podcast (2:46)
• Family and trucking legacy (4:10)
• Content creation and motivation (6:41)
• Promoting the podcast on Facebook (11:37)
• Networking and sponsors (14:41)
• Finding and creating content (16:13)
• Audience engagement and improvement (19:29)
• The importance of quality content (19:56)
• The role of CB radios in trucking (23:13)
• Advocacy for CB radios (29:51)
• Connecting with Troy and TalkCDL (32:23)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (33:07)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website:  podcast.bruceoakley.com.

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Key topics in today’s conversation include:

• Welcome from MATS (0:58)
• History and benefits of Gulf Coast Filters (2:30)
• Steve's background and early experiences with Gulf Coast Filters (5:11)
• Transition of leadership at Gulf Coast Filters (9:25)
• Purpose and function of Gulf Coast Filters (13:16)
• Mounting and placement of filters (15:38)
• Effectiveness and impact of Gulf Coast Filters (17:37)
• Extended engine life (20:20)
• Importance of continuous oil maintenance (23:52)
• Oil sample analysis (25:20)
• Environmental impact (30:21)
• Fuel polishing system (33:03)
• Customer success story (35:59)
• Cost-saving analysis (41:09)
• Oil Change Cost Reduction (43:09)
• Installation Process and Over-the-Road Package (45:50)
• Engine Specific Adapter Kits (46:23)
• Customer-Centric Approach (47:30)
• Final thoughts and takeaways (48:47)

Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruce oakley.com.

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