The Road Home

This podcast is presented by The Truckers Service Association For more information https://tsatruck.org/

This month John Piper sits down with Jessie Blackwell, 20 year veteran of the equipment Finance industry with Peak Trailer Group he shares insight into financing both tractors and trailers and strategies on improving your credit score

http://peaktrailergroup.com/

Ken Holladay, former truck driver turned travel professional discusses planning a dream vacation to the Carribean. For more information you can reach Ken at [email protected]
https://grandturizmo.com/

Long time veteran of the trucking industry, Brian Schmid and I talk about the current state of used equipment and what to consider when buying a new or used tractor. Brian is a 26 yr veteran of Bruckner Truck Sales in Dallas TX.

I would like your feedback on this episode and future topics you would like to hear more about. You can email [email protected] or send a message to the TSA Facebook page.

Safe travels and until next time.... No texting and driving!

On this episode John Piper sits down with a tire expert from Yokahoma Tire, A cruise specialist to discuss planning your dream cruise and the CEO of the California Trucking Association to talk about California AB5 and the challenges with the Independent Contractor model.

Yokohama Truck Tire website

https://www.yokohamatruck.com/



Yokohama Truck Tire Inflation Tool

https://www.yokohamatruck.com/commercial/tire-tools/inflation-pressure-calculator



Bridgestone Truck Tire

https://commercial.bridgestone.com/en-us/index

Nevein Jeff "The Concierge Travel Company

Some Tips for Cruisers:



If you plan to cruise, always arrive the night before, so many delays could happen and you could miss your amazing vacation that you were looking forward to all year!

Always pack a swimsuit or shorts in your carry-on, your luggage might not make it to your room for hours, and you want your vacay to start right as soon as you board!

Turn your Data on your phone off or buy their internet package (it doesn’t matter if you have a plan with your provider, while on the ship, you are using their satellite, and they will charge you). Your plan with your provider works when off the boat on the ports or turn your phone off.

If traveling with kids, you can sign them up for kids programs before you board; they have many of these programs, especially when it’s a full sail day.

You can bring two bottles of wine for each double cabin, nothing more, and no liquor
Each day of the cruise, your housekeeper will leave you that day activity planner and program for entertainment for that night (cost for entertainment is included in our cruise)



Use a travel agent; they know the ins and outs and can help you plan a great vacation at the best price (you don’t pay extra to use them)

Nevein Jeff

The concierge Travel

Cell (757)319-9354

www.theconciergetravel.com
Facebook https://facebook.com/theconciergetravelco

Shawn Yadon, CEO of the California Trucking Association, discusses what you need to know about the efforts to protect Independent Contractors in California.

He brings over 30 years of governmental affairs and many years in the transportation industry with FedEx to share insight with the industry.

News story: https://www.businessinsider.com/california-assembly-bill-5-companies-contractors-freelancers-navigate-law-guide

Shawn Yadon | CEO
California Trucking Association
4148 East Commerce Way
Sacramento, CA 95834
T: (916)-373-3535 | E: [email protected]
W: www.caltrux.org

The January show is full is great information to get your new year started right and prepare you for success. Each guest spends about 22 minutes with me so sit back and tune in while on the road, waiting to get loaded, or while your on a brisk walk or on the treadmill.

There is a new monthly segment focused on travel destinations. Its tough to plan time off for vacations. I encourage you to get something scheduled well in advance. Whether you vacation by yourself, with family, or friends its a great way to recharge the body and the mind.

This month we sit down with a Disney expert, Mistie Parks to give you some insight into the Orlando, Florida Disney destinations and attractions. The Disney companies have created a unique destination in and around Orlando that is hard to describe until you see it all for yourself.

Mistie Parks
Your Magical Destination Travel Specialist
Crazy Imagination Travel, LLC
972-965-9657 [email protected]
CrazyImaginationTravel.com/Mistie
Office Hours Mon-Fri 3:00pm-9:00pm, Weekends 9:00am-9:00pm CST
Disney Destinations Brochure: https://www.disneytravelcenter.com/mscd4c20c8/

Walt Disney World Resort, DisneyLand Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani Resort & Spa, Adventures By Disney

2nd segment - Michael Schneider from American Truck Business Services shares some timely information about preparing for your 2019 tax return, how to maximize the money you keep and best practices for tax planning for Independent Contractors



Michael Schneider
ATBS | Tax Manager, ATBS Tax Department
555 Zang Street, Suite 400
Lakewood, CO 80228
303-218-2891 Phone | Fax
[email protected]
www.ATBS.com

"Keeping your business between the lines!"

3rd Segment - I talk with Nick Kuhle founder of Kuhle Fit as he shares some health and fitness strategies for life on the road. Its so important we all take better care of our bodies. Nick shares some ideas that could start you on a course of a healthier lifestyle.

Nick Kuhle, owner of KuhleFit, is a certified CHEK practitioner and Holistic Lifestyle and Corrective Exercise coach. With a Masters in Exercise Science he specializes in creating personal wellness plans that identify the root cause of issues, eliminate pain, and provide direction in order to renew one's vitality. Nick's unique approach meshes together personal accountability and realistic expectations through diet, lifestyle and corrective exercise.

KuhleFit.com

[email protected]

KuhleFit - IG & FB

Equipment:
Fringesports.com
Amazon.com
Walmart.com

Fringesports.com is where I purchase most of my gym equipment. I have no affiliation with them but have always had great service and quality products.
They can purchase resistance bands, kettlebells, jump ropes, etc. from any of the above websites.

Stretches:
Neck Stretches: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKrEvSoG1kg
Chest Stretch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXL7O0Nknxc
Front of the Legs Stretch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulgAOykAgV4

Exercises
Kettlebell swings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSxHifyI6s8
Jump rope: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJmRQ5iTXKE
Squats (bodyweight or with a kettlebell): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inegQ48dV_Y

Nutrition Tips
How to add more water into your day: https://www.self.com/story/how-to-drink-more-water
4 foods to avoid aka 4 white devils: https://chekinstitute.com/blog/the-five-step-no-detox-food-detox/


4th Segment - Steve Wilhelms, a long time law enforcement and safety expert takes us on a deep dive about the newly created drug and alcohol clearing house and what you need to know whether a driver or a fleet safety professional.

For more information you can check out https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/FAQ



Steve Wilhelms
Executive VP & COO
InfoStream
Direct: 469.338.3301
www.infostreamonline.com



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Thanks,

John Piper
Host
The Road Home Podcast

On this segment John Piper sits down with Corey Norman a former mortgage professional that got downsized during the mortgage meltdown of 2008 and decided to train to become a professional driver. He has put his 3 daughters through school and the TSA Scholarship program has been key to helping his 3 girls achieve their dreams!

For more information on the TSA Scholarship program

https://tsatruck.org/benefits/tsa-scholarship/

John Piper sits down with several guests during the Great American Truck Show 2019 (GATS) in Dallas https://www.truckshow.com/

Todd Amen is the Founder, President and CEO of ATBS. Prior to ATBS, Mr. Amen was Co-President of Trans-Western Express, LTD. (TWX), a family-owned truckline operating in the contiguous 48 states and Canada. In addition to his work with ATBS, Mr. Amen is a recognized leader in transportation and finance and is also on the Board of Directors of theTruckload Carriers Association. Mr. Amen is a graduate of Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance and Marketing.
https://www.atbs.com/about-us

Josh Mellow of Epicvue discusses the TSA member benefits with this fantastic technology and answers questions about remote satellite Tv

How It Works
https://epicvue.com/

With the EpicVue dome mounted and aligned outside the cab and the DIRECTV receiver connected and powered inside the cab, the driver is ready to watch 100+ channels of premium entertainment.

Mary Grace Thoennes - Director of Business Development of MASA (https://www.masaassist.com/)

We discuss the importance of health care services and peace of mind while on the road or wherever your travels may take you.

I sit down with Ellen Voie, President & CEO of Women in Trucking
https://www.womenintrucking.org/our-staff#Ellen

Ellen brings a passion to the trucking industry and is an advocate for promoting women in all areas of the industry.

Check out our sponsor Trucking Service Association for information and benefits of membership: https://tsatruck.org/

Launching live at the Dallas Convention center on Friday August 23rd powered by the Truckers Service Association hosted by John Piper