The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers
The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers - Trucking, Transportation "The Lead Pedal Podcast helps truck drivers build successful careers with industry interviews, trucking business strategies, training tips, lifestyle content, and music from artists connected to the road. New episodes weekly, including features from the Signature Chords & Chrome Show." Our audience includes drivers, owner operators, fleet managers, recruiters, carrier executives, and industry professionals looking for high-quality content focused on trucking culture, safety, employment, leadership, and lifestyle topics."** LEARN ABOUT ALL OF OUR MEDIA CONTENT at www.LeadPedalMedia.com You can learn more about the host and show on our about page and SUBSCRIBE to the show on your favorite podcast platform.
Episodes
It's Never Too Late: Trucker Turned Musician Teddy Rowe's Inspiring Journey
It is never too late to chase your passion. In this episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast, host Bruce Outridge sits down with trucking musician Teddy Rowe to talk about life behind the wheel, getting a later start in life, and turning his open-road experiences into a thriving music career.
Teddy opens up about the gri...
From the Highway to the Stage: Trucker Turned Songwriter Randy Cobb
What happens when years of watching the white lines on the open road turn into heartfelt country songs? In this episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast, host Bruce Outridge sits down with Randy Cobb—a seasoned commercial driver who transitioned his passion from the highway to the recording studio as a singer-songwriter. R...
Down the Track in a Big Rig! Sparta Truck Show Recap
Fire up your engines! In this episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast, we take you trackside to the Big Rigs Truck Show at the legendary St. Thomas Dragway in Sparta, Ontario.
Join us as we recap all the high-horsepower action, feel the rumble firsthand with an unforgettable ride down the dragstrip, and hang out with the drivers, friends,...
Driven By Purpose: How Chris Nerat Is Helping Truck Drivers Reclaim Their Health | Lead Pedal Podcast
Maintaining physical fitness and good nutrition while spending 10 to 14 hours a day seated behind the wheel is one of the toughest challenges in professional driving. Long shifts, limited parking options, and highway food stops make prioritizing your personal wellness feel nearly impossible.
The Story Behind Manshowr: David Sinkinson on Solving Hygiene for Truck Drivers
Finding time—or an open facility—for a hot shower while out on the road isn't always easy. Long waits at truck stops, tight delivery windows, and remote parking can leave drivers scrambling just to feel clean and refreshed.
In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, host Bruce Outridge sits down with ent...
Fighting Driver Fatigue: Andrew Holmes on Practical Sleep Strategies for Truck Drivers
Getting quality sleep in a sleeper berth is one of the toughest challenges in trucking. Between irregular shift schedules, noisy truck stops, and the physical demands of long-haul driving, fatigue can quickly take a toll on your health and safety behind the wheel.
In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, ho...
If You Are in an Accident What Would Your Cell Phone Tell The Court? Cell Phone Forensics, Social Media, and Post-Accident Legal Risks for Truck Drivers
In the aftermath of a commercial truck accident, modern legal investigations go far beyond skid marks and physical damage. Today, one of the first things plaintiff attorneys and crash investigators sub-poena is a driver's cell phone.
In this ep...
Would You Like to Get Paid for Detention Time?: Former Driver Scott Rowland Shares a Piece of Tech to Solve That Very Problem
Detention time is one of the biggest frustration points in the trucking industry—costing drivers precious hours and unpaid labor. In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, we sit down with Scott Rowland, a former driver turned software developer, who is tackling t...
How Are Top Fleets Elevating Safety: Industry Insights for Truck Drivers with Garth Pitzel of Bison Transport
In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, we sit down with Garth Pitzel, head of safety at Bison Transport, to take a deep dive into the current state of the transportation industry and where trucking safety is headed.
Garth shares expert insights on how leading carriers are evolving t...
From Giant Tiger Wholesale to PMTC Bursary Winner: Scott Reist on Leadership in Fleet Logistics
In this episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast, host Bruce Outridge connects with Scott Reist of Giant Tiger Wholesale live from the PMTC Convention in Niagara Falls, Ontario!
Scott was recently honoured as a recipient of the prestigious PMTC Young Leaders Education Bursary Award, presented by the Pr...
The Harnois Énergies Story: Touring Their Brand-New Woodstock Location | The Lead Pedal Podcast
In this episode of The Lead Pedal Podcast, we head to Woodstock, Ontario, to check out the brand-new Harnois Énergies truck stop!
We take a full tour of the facility to give drivers and owner-operators an inside look at the amenities, parking, and services available at this new location. Plus, we...
How to Extend Your Trailer's Lifespan: New Products on Bumpers & Landing Gear
Trailer equipment takes a beating every single day. From harsh loading docks to rough highway miles, wear and tear on your bumpers and landing gear can quickly lead to expensive repairs and unwanted downtime.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into Hevea bumpers and landing gear—exploring how these compone...
Driving Out Cancer: How Truckers Built a Movement with Trucking for a Cure
In this episode, we spotlight Trucking for a Cure—the incredible initiative where professional drivers and fleets join forces to raise funds and awareness in the fight against cancer. We talk about how pinked-out big rigs and charity convoys bridged the gap between the transportation industry and local communities,...
Speak Up, Save a Life: Building a Culture of Care at Work
Safety isn't just a set of rules on a poster—it's an active culture of looking out for one another. In this episode, we dive into what it truly means to build a "culture of care" in the workplace and why reporting unsafe acts or near-misses isn't about getting people in trouble—it's about getting everyone home safe. We ...
Convoy for a Cause: Why Truckers Are Rolling for Special Olympics
When the trucking community rolls together, big things happen. In this episode, we spotlight the annual Truck Ride for Special Olympics and break down why this movement is so vital for athletes across the community. We dive into how truck drivers and carriers can get involved, the real impact these convoys make on the lives of Sp...
From Unwanted Business to Top Carrier with Marina Ivanov of Apex Transportation
In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, we sit down with Marina Ivanov, CEO of Apex Transportation. Marina shares her fascinating journey of taking over a transportation business she initially didn't even want to get into, transforming it into a five-star service, and growing it into one of the top competit...
Bridging the Barriers: Empowering Women in Trucking with Shelley Walker
In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, we sit down with Shelley Walker, founder of the Women's Trucking Federation of Canada. Shelley shares the latest updates on the upcoming Bridging the Barriers event happening this September, diving into the vital work being done to support, empower, and create new opportuniti...
Breaking Barriers in the Shop: From Truck Driver to Repair Manager with Lyndsie McCann
In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, we sit down with Lyndsie McCann for an inspiring conversation about navigating the trucking industry as a woman and building a successful leadership career behind the scenes. Lindsey shares her journey from life on the road to stepping into the management seat of a b...
The Joseph Transport Spirit: Why Their Fleet Steals the Show at Clifford
What makes a fleet truly stand out in a sea of chrome and iron? In this episode, we chat with the passionate drivers of Joseph Transport. We discuss the culture behind their success, what it takes to maintain such an iconic fleet, and why the Joseph Transport team is consistently a crowd favourite at the Clifford Truck Sho...
Clifford Truck Show 2026: Nostalgia, Cabovers, and the Soul of Trucking
We're taking you to the heart of Southwestern Ontario for a recap of the 2026 Clifford Truck Show! In this episode, we dive into why this event has become Canada's premier reunion for the trucking community. From the incredible sea of vintage cabovers to the stories shared between veteran drivers and the next generation of ...
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