Trucking Tributes

Today on Trucking Tributes, Susan Patten talks with Kent Grisham, the director of the Nebraska Trucking Association, about how he got into the world of trucking and the NTA's work with Wreaths Across America's virtual convoy "Truckloads of Remembrance".

Listen every Truckin’ Tuesday at 11 AM & 4 PM EST on Wreaths Across America Radio, and at 9 AM ET / 8 AM CT as part of RadioNemo’s Road Gang Radio. Stream on-demand anytime—just search "RadioNemo" on your favorite podcast platform.

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This week on Trucking Tributes, we honor David May, a professional driver with XPO for the past 28 years and a veteran of both the U.S. Army and the trucking industry, where he’s spent nearly half a century behind the wheel.

David shares his unforgettable story—from grinding gears as a young Private suddenly tasked with driving a semi, to building a lifelong career rooted in service, dedication, and pride. Coming from a long line of military men, David speaks to the true meaning of sacrifice, freedom, and patriotism—and how that spirit now drives his involvement with Wreaths Across America.

Hear how one powerful moment during the Wreaths convoy—offering an overdue hero’s welcome to a Vietnam veteran—left David forever changed and inspired.

Trucking Tributes celebrates the drivers who go beyond the call of duty to honor our nation’s veterans. Thank you, David May, for your service and your continued commitment to remembering, honoring, and teaching.

Listen every Truckin’ Tuesday at 11 AM & 4 PM EST on Wreaths Across America Radio, and at 9 AM ET / 8 AM CT as part of RadioNemo’s Road Gang Radio. Stream on-demand anytime—just search "RadioNemo" on your favorite podcast platform.

Click here to sponsor a wreath: www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/radionemo

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On this week’s Trucking Tributes, host Susan Patten is joined by Courtney George, Manager of Transportation and Industry Relations at Wreaths Across America. Courtney shares exciting updates about the expanding logistics behind National Wreaths Across America Day, coming up on Saturday, December 13, 2025. With the demand rising by up to 200,000 additional wreaths this year and new hubs launching in Denver and Florida, the call for dedicated trucking partners has never been greater. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at the planning, heart, and horsepower it takes to honor our nation’s heroes, one wreath at a time.

Tune in for heartfelt stories, behind-the-scenes insight, and a deep appreciation for the people who ensure millions of wreaths reach their final destination each December. Listen on Wreaths Across America Radio every Truckin’ Tuesday at 11 AM & 4 PM ET, or on RadioNemo’s Road Gang Radio at 9 AM ET / 8 AM CT. Stream anytime by searching “RadioNemo” on your favorite platform.

Susan Patten talks with military veteran and Baylor Trucking driver Chris Sonner about his journey to becoming a professional driver after spending time serving with the Army National Guard and active duty in the Air Force, and his experiences with Wreaths Across America.

Tune in for heartfelt stories, behind-the-scenes insight, and a deep appreciation for the people who ensure millions of wreaths reach their final destination each December. Listen on Wreaths Across America Radio every Truckin’ Tuesday at 11 AM & 4 PM ET, or on RadioNemo’s Road Gang Radio at 9 AM ET / 8 AM CT. Stream anytime by searching “RadioNemo” on your favorite platform.