Truckin' with Tamie

Welcome back to Truckin' with Tamie!

Does transportation really have a workforce shortage, or has the industry created jobs people simply don’t want to keep?

As Driver Appreciation Week begins, I wanted to have a bigger conversation about what appreciation actually looks like across trucking, freight, logistics and transportation.

For years, high turnover has been framed as a recruiting problem. We hear the same solutions over and over: find more drivers, attract younger workers, recruit women, recruit veterans, bring more people into the industry and keep filling the vacancies.

But what if recruiting is not the real problem?

What if the larger issue is retention — and the way many transportation jobs are designed?

In this episode of Truckin’ with Tamie, I talk about burnout, workforce retention, driver turnover, workplace culture, detention, lack of control, constant monitoring, unpredictable schedules and the transportation industry’s tendency to celebrate toughness instead of asking why experienced people are walking away.

Maybe we have spent too much time studying how to recruit people into transportation and not enough time studying what happens to them once they get here.

And maybe the most important workforce question is not, “How do we find more people?”

Maybe it is: Why are the people we already have leaving — and what would have to change to make them stay?

Truckin’ with Tamie covers trucking, freight, logistics, transportation, supply chain issues, industry culture and the people behind the freight.

Tonight Jennifer Hartung joins Truckin’ with Tamie for an honest and inspiring conversation about trucking, leadership, advocacy, and creating meaningful change within the transportation industry.

In this episode, Jennifer shares her personal journey through trucking, the challenges professional drivers face both on and off the road, and the passion behind launching the Hart Driven Foundation, an initiative focused on supporting and strengthening the trucking community.

Tamie and Jennifer discuss:

Mental health in trucking

Building community within the transportation industry

Women in trucking leadership

Driver advocacy and support

Life behind the wheel

The emotional realities of trucking

Creating purpose-driven change in transportation

This episode is a reminder that trucking is more than freight and miles — it’s about the people who keep the industry moving every single day.

Truck driver and advocate Jess Graham joins Truckin’ with Tamie for a powerful no-filter conversation about the realities of life in the trucking industry.

In this episode, Jess and Tamie discuss the personal and professional challenges drivers face on the road, the importance of advocacy and community in trucking, mental health, industry culture, and what it means to find your voice in transportation.

This honest conversation dives into:

• Women in trucking
• Driver advocacy
• Mental health in transportation
• Life on the road
• Trucking industry culture
• Building resilience as a driver
• Speaking up and supporting other drivers

Raw, emotional, and authentic, this episode highlights the human side of trucking and the importance of creating a stronger, more supportive industry for drivers everywhere.

🎙️ Truckin’ with Tamie features real conversations with drivers, advocates, and transportation professionals shaping the future of trucking.

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On this episode of Truckin’ with Tamie, host Tamie Stuttle sits down with Jennifer Morris, founder of Ship Happens and a respected voice in trucking, freight, and supply chain logistics.

With more than 20 years of experience in transportation and logistics, Jennifer has become known for her honest, humorous, and educational take on the realities of the trucking industry, freight brokerage, dispatching, and supply chain operations.

In this episode, Tamie and Jennifer discuss:

• Trucking industry challenges
• Freight and supply chain communication breakdowns
• The relationship between drivers, brokers, and shippers
• Women in trucking and logistics
• Social media influence in transportation
• Building a brand in the trucking industry
• Advocacy, leadership, and authenticity in freight

If you work in trucking, logistics, dispatch, freight brokerage, or supply chain management, this episode delivers real conversations and real insight from two women making an impact in transportation.

🎙️ Truckin’ with Tamie brings you conversations with drivers, industry leaders, advocates, and professionals shaping the future of trucking and transportation.

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Long hours behind the wheel can take a serious toll on your body—especially your neck and shoulders. In this episode of Truckin’ with Tamie, I sit down with Maggie Wolarik, founder of Operation Broga, to talk about simple, effective ways drivers can relieve tension without ever leaving the seat.

We walk through practical, in-cab stretches designed specifically for life on the road—no gym, no extra time, no excuses. Whether you’re dealing with daily stiffness or just want to stay ahead of the pain, this episode gives you tools you can start using immediately.

If your body’s been paying the price for the miles, this one’s for you.

In this episode of Truckin’ with Tamie, host Tamie sits down with experienced flatbed driver Tami Sheats to talk about what it truly means to build a career in trucking.

With over 20 years in the industry, Tami shares her journey from stay-at-home mom to owner-operator, teaming with her husband and navigating the challenges and rewards of life on the road.

Listeners will get an inside look at:

• The physical and mental demands of flatbed trucking
• What new drivers can expect when entering the industry
• Load securement, tarping, and real-world job expectations
• The importance of training, asking questions, and continuous learning
• How teamwork and communication play a role in long-term success

This episode offers honest insight, practical advice, and encouragement for anyone considering trucking—especially women looking to enter the field or make a career change.

Whether you're a new driver or a seasoned professional, this conversation highlights the resilience, adaptability, and determination it takes to succeed in trucking.

Join me as I sit down with Danielle Cessna, a skilled truck driver specializing in the exciting world of entertainment hauling!

Danielle hauls for major productions and is currently hauling for Broadway. She’ll be sharing the ins and outs, the challenges, the logistics behind moving high-value entertainment equipment, and what it really takes to succeed as a woman in this specialized lane.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to transport Broadway sets, concert gear, or live event productions across the country, this is the episode for you!

In this episode of Truckin’ with Tamie, host Tamie Stuttle welcomes Amy Roosa, founder of The Safety Rack and an environmental health and safety (EHS) professional with more than 20 years of experience across construction, transportation, manufacturing, and risk management.Amy discusses a critical yet often overlooked challenge in the trucking industry: the lack of properly fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) for women. Ill-fitting gear — including gloves, boots, high-visibility clothing, and harnesses — can compromise safety, increase fatigue, and contribute to higher injury risk for female drivers and workers in male-dominated fields.During the conversation, Amy shares insights from The Safety Rack’s PPE Equity Survey, explains the limitations of the “shrink it and pink it” approach, and highlights the importance of inclusive safety practices. She also offers practical recommendations for women truckers seeking better-fitting gear and actionable steps for fleet operators and safety professionals to enhance PPE equity and support driver retention.This episode provides valuable perspectives for anyone committed to advancing workplace safety, diversity, and inclusion in the transportation sector.Guest:
Amy Roosa
Founder, The Safety Rack

Visit The Safety Rack: https://thesafetyrack.org

Join me as I sit down with Jason Douglass , Vice President of Community & Engagement at PCS Software.

With over 18 years of experience in trucking and transportation, Jason brings deep industry insight into operations, technology, and building stronger connections across the sector. He talks openly and candidly about his own personal struggles, and the importance of community.

Whether you're a driver, fleet owner, or transportation professional, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways you won't want to miss!

In this powerful episode of Truckin' with Tamie, I sit down with Brigitte Belton — Canadian truck driver, activist, and author of Consequences (part of the Inside the Freedom Convoy series). Brigitte shares her raw, firsthand journey from the daily grind of life on the road to that pivotal moment at the border when frustration boiled over into a viral TikTok video. What started as one driver's breaking point quickly became the spark that helped ignite the 2022 Freedom Convoy — a movement that brought together truckers and everyday Canadians from across the country.We talk about:

• Her path into trucking and the realities female drivers face keeping supply chains moving
• The early days of planning and the incredible sense of community that formed on the ground
• What life was really like during the convoy — the camaraderie, the challenges, and the human stories behind the headlines