RadioNemo Guest Interviews

In this bonus edition of Highway to Health on Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac chats with lifestyle expert, podcast host, and mom of three Lizzy Mathis, founder of The Cool Mom Co. With summer in full swing, Lizzy shares practical wellness tips to help families stay balanced during the most hectic season of the year.

From juggling summer camps and road trips to handling snack cravings and sun protection, Lizzy offers easy, affordable...

On this edition of Nemo Nation, host Jimmy Mac talks with lead singer Ramona Martinez and guitarist Kyle Kilduff of Ramona ad the Holy Smokes about their unique sound that blends of Honky Tonk and Classic Country music, their journey and experiences in playing together as a band, their song-writing process and much more.

Ramona and the Holy Smokes are a Honky Tonk band from Charlottesville Virginia, who have been performing togethe...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with economist, attorney, and professor Howard Yaruss to unpack the complex world of economics in a clear, jargon-free way. Drawing from his new book Understandable Economics: Because Understanding Our Economy is Easier Than You Think and More Important Than You Know (out August 5th), Howard answers the pressing questions everyone’s asking: How do tariffs really...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac speak with Mike McHorse, Director of Industry Engagement at NACFE, about the evolving role of diesel fleets in the decarbonization journey. As a lead voice in the Run on Less initiative, Mike shares insights on how diesel is holding its ground—even while electric and alternative powertrains gain momentum. From real-world fleet performance data to infrastructure gaps and ...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Transport Topics senior reporter Eugene Mulero to unpack the trucking industry’s reaction to the newly signed “One Big Beautiful Bill.” Eugene, who covers Congress, federal agencies, and policymaking, shares his inside look at why major industry voices—like the American Trucking Associations—are applauding provisions that include reinstated 100% bonus depreciatio...

On this lively episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Linda Garner-Bunch, Managing Editor of The Trucker Media Group, to relive all the chrome, community, and country charm from this year’s Walcott Trucker’s Jamboree. With nearly 40 years in publishing and a deep love for the trucking world, Linda shares her favorite moments from the week—including standout rigs, heartwarming driver stories, and what ma...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac are joined by Michele Malski, President and Founder of SPRING, a trailblazer working to reshape how the rail industry recruits, inspires, and retains the workforce of tomorrow. As a second-generation railroader, Michele blends tradition with innovation—advocating for sustainable rail solutions while tackling one of the industry’s biggest challenges: visibility.

She breaks...

Aubry Oden returns to Nemo Nation with hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac for a fast-moving, heartfelt conversation about the deeper mission behind her brand, TWA — Trucking With Aubry, Trucking With Attitude, and Trucker Women Advocacy. In just ten minutes, Aubry unpacks how she’s redefining what it means to be a woman in trucking, from building one of the industry’s most empowering online communities to starring in a national commerci...

On this rapid-fire edition of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome veteran auto and mobility reporter Ed Garsten for a charged-up conversation about the future of electric vehicle purchases. With decades of experience covering Detroit’s auto scene, labor strikes, and emerging tech like autonomous trucking, Ed brings clarity and edge to the evolving EV landscape. From shifting consumer mindsets to manufacturing hurdles...

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes multicultural marketing expert and thought leader Joycelyn David for an honest and empowering conversation about respect, diversity, and communication in the trucking world. With 20+ years of global marketing experience and a personal mission to build cultural bridges, Joycelyn breaks down how small moments—like dispatch calls, name pronunciations, and truck stop chats—can...

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac is joined by Jeff Cleland, a Marine Corps veteran and Senior Manager of State Transportation Public Policy at Amazon. With a career that’s spanned the military, state government, nonprofit leadership, and even a stint as a professional driver for a moving and storage company, Jeff brings a unique, road-tested perspective to the mic.

He talks about his time at the Maryland State High...

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes the extraordinary Marti Mongiello—a retired Navy veteran, former presidential chef, museum curator, global culinary instructor, and founder of multiple ventures including the U.S. Presidential Service Center and E Pluribus Yum. Marti shares captivating stories from his time serving world leaders, his passion for veteran advocacy, and how he blends marketing savvy with a lo...

On this segment of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes science journalist and author Chris Berdik for a conversation that goes beyond volume knobs and earplugs. Berdik—whose work has appeared in The Atlantic, Mother Jones, New Scientist, and more—joins the show to explore his latest book Clamor, a gripping deep-dive into the overlooked dangers of noise pollution. From sleepless nights to rising blood pressure, and even disrupt...

From stick-and-brick to life on the move, TV creator and full-time traveler Anthony Nalli joins host Jimmy Mac on Road Gang Radio to share the story behind The RVers—the hit series capturing the thrills, challenges, and freedom of RV living.

As the show’s executive producer, director, and star, Anthony dives into his own journey of selling it all, hitting the road with his wife and rescue pups, and filming their adventures along the...

What do Queen Victoria, Shakespeare, and the CIA have in common? More than you think—especially when it comes to mind-altering substances.

On this eye-opening edition of Road Gang Radio, Jimmy Mac sits down with historian, viral TikToker, and author Sam Kelly to dive into his debut book, Human History on Drugs: An Utterly Scandalous but Entirely Truthful Look at History Under the Influence.

From Alexander the Great’s battlefield wine...

On this heartwarming edition of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Ron Kinscherf—former IT consultant turned beloved children’s author—for a conversation about stories, second chances, and the magic of grandparenting.

What started as simple bedtime stories for his grandkids has grown into a full-fledged author journey, with Adorable, his 11th book, set to publish soon through Morgan James. Ron shares how a casual nudge from hi...

On this inspiring episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac sits down with Michael Lombard, a descendant of one of America’s oldest motor carriers. Lombard Bros. Inc., which evolved from horse-drawn carriages to a major Northeast trucking force before deregulation reshaped the industry.

Michael shares his unique journey from Marine Corps service to warehouse work, then to life over-the-road as a trucker, where he overcame huge pers...