Trucking for Millennials

In this episode we speak with Josue Ramos, General Manager of J and R Trucking!

We speak with him about how he recently took on the responsibility of growing his father's trucking business and the dynamics of that decision.

We also discuss the challenges and successes he's experienced as he learns to manage drivers, reduce costs, and grow the business.

Be sure to connect with him on LinkedIn and leave us a review on iTunes for a shout out on the show!

In this episode you'll hear from Terrence Wang, VP of Marketing for FreightPath and host of "Lord of the Rigs" podcast that showcases the knowledge of various industry experts in transportation.

You'll hear Aaron and Terry talk about how FreightPath has grown, how the tech side and trucking side share information, how they continue to learn about the industry to improve their product, and much more!

In this bonus episode, Michael and Aaron sit down to discuss a recent article from FreightWaves that breaks down the promises that were made and kept (or not) from Trump in 2016.

They discuss infrastructure, regulations, taxes and other key policy decisions that influence the trucking industry and how this election could impact our industry moving forward.

This episode is a full truckload of politics, so if you're not interested in hearing another opinion about it, steer clear of this episode!

But if you're interested in hearing two guys running a trucking company and freight brokerage weigh in on today's political climate, this episode is for you!

Leave your own comment on the PDQ America YouTube channel for this episode and don't forget to like, subscribe and give us a review for a shout out on the show!

This week we're sharing our interview with Trucker Tools CEO Prasad Gollapalli!

We are so thankful to have this wide ranging conversation.

We talk with Prasad about how COVID-19 has impacted Trucker Tools.

Bridging the gap between "trucking problems" and "tech solutions"

The next technological evolution that impacts the industry in a similar way that ELD's did in 2017

The areas trucking companies and freight brokerages need to automate first

and much more!

On this podcast we cover a millennial minute article about the gap between millennial wealth and why it isn't as high as the Boomer generation, how the trucking economy is outpacing the U.S. economy, and we read comments on the FMCSA broker transparency open discussion.

Enjoy!

We're excited to share this conversation we had with Gerald Albritton, CEO of Major Clout Trucking.

We first connected with Gerald at GATS 2019 when he was first starting his trucking business.

Just over a year later, he's running four trucks so we thought it was the perfect time to catch up with him about his business so he could share his challenges, successes and see what we could learn.

Enjoy the show, follow him on Instagram @coacha88 and be sure to subscribe to our PDQ America YouTube channel to watch the show!

In this episode we chat with entrepreneur & freight matchmaker Nicole Barrett.

Earlier this year, Nicole started her own business after COVID-19 impacted her previous employer and she had to move on.

And so she did!

In this conversation you'll hear about her journey into entrepreneurship, why she places a high value on ethics and values within the workplace, creating relationships that serve everyone, and much more!

We had a great time getting to know Terry Roden, Owner of Teco Metal and Hot Shot Truck Driver and YouTuber known as Ratman Roden!

In this episode you'll hear Terry's entrepreneurial journey, his perspective on trucking and logistics from a shipping perspective, his advice for entrepreneurs in trucking and any other business, and a ton more wise words from his decades of work experience.

Let us know what you think of this show and don't forget to like and subscribe!

In this episode Aaron and Michael discuss the latest FMCSA Pilot Program that would allow 18-20 year olds to drive interstate.

They also discuss "Certified Young Person" Paul Rudd and trucking industry demographics.

Let us know what you think!

This is a very special BONUS episode of Trucking For Millennials!

We thought we'd celebrate Truck Driver Appreciation Week on the podcast by curating a few clips from past guests that highlight different voices from our industry highlighting how valuable truck drivers are.

Aaron and Michael start the show with a brief introduction before the mix starts.

Here are the voices you'll hear in order of appearance:

Wayne Cragg, Truck Driver Wayne Cragg, Episode 42

Stephen Oatley, Who is your favorite freight broker, Episode 32

Hope Zvara, Mother Trucking Yoga, Strong Driver Body and Mind Episode 14

Prince Carl, Inside the mind of a knight-swift truck driver Episode 58,

TD Studer, Career Profile: Freight Broker TD Studer, Episode 37

Sharae Moore, SHE Trucking, Episode 26

Laura and Miranda, Meet the Broker Babes, Episode 42

Sadie Church, VP of Marketing at CDLLife.com, Sadie Church is Fueling our Heroes, Episode 43

Rahmel Wattley, The TruckNHustle, Episode 46