The Oakley Podcast
The Oakley Podcast is a trucking industry podcast that educates and empowers owner-operators by providing relevant industry, market, and company news in a digestible audio format.
Episodes
June 12, 2024 • 36 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Introduction of Today’s Episode with Damoni Gunter (0:12)
- Update on 2290s from Oakley (1:040)
- Damoni's Background and Transition to Oakley (5:06)
- Transitioning to Oakley and Truck Purchase (9:08)
- Discussion about Damoni’s New Truck (11:14)
- Truck Trade Process (12:06)
- Challenges of Being an Owner-Operator (14:32)
- Pros and Cons of Hopper Division (17:36)
- Starting out in the Hopper division (21:2...
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June 5, 2024 • 43 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Tony's Journey to Oakley (1:31)
- Buying a Truck and Starting at Oakley (3:00)
- Highlights of Tony's Time at Oakley (9:13)
- Relationship with Dispatchers (11:34)
- Family-Like Atmosphere at Oakley (18:24)
- Attitude Towards Safety and Cameras (00:19:29)
- The importance of safe driving (20:25)
- Making money and company support (22:16)
- Future plans and new opportunities (25:33)
- Relationships with colleague...
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Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Chuck’s background in trucking (1:14)
- The transition to Oakley (2:01)
- Experience as a truck driver and reasons for staying in the industry (3:31)
- Transition to the pneumatic division (8:29)
- First load to Canada and experiences at the border (10:43)
- Running loads to Canada and preferences for crossing points (12:57)
- Logistics of running loads to Canada (17:04)
- The border crossing experience (2...
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Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Introduction of Robert and Truckers Final Mile (1:26)
- Robert’s personal experience leading to the founding of Trucker’s Final Mile (5:35)
- Programs and assistance provided by Trucker’s Final Mile (8:34)
- Organization and volunteers of Trucker’s Final Mile (11:58)
- Efficiency in providing assistance to families and drivers in need (12:25)
- Limitations and costs of assistance (14:23)
- Responsibilit...
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Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Ben’s military background and journey in trucking (1:39)
- The decision to move to Arkansas (10:10)
- The importance of spousal support (13:52)
- Challenges of being an owner-operator (17:07)
- Ben’s sister and her work in trucking (18:05)
- The first steps into the trucking world (21:20)
- Support and partnership in trucking (22:14)
- Benefits and challenges at Oakley Trucking (23:43)
- What’s next for Ben i...
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May 8, 2024 • 23 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- John’s background in Trucking and Work with Good News Distribution (2:58)
- The ministry of GND (4:47)
- Distribution of needed materials to Truckers (5:54)
- Distribution Networks and Partnerships (7:26)
- The impact of Bible distribution on Truckers (9:34)
- Collaboration with Cry Mission (11:05)
- Partnership with Gideons and Bible App Cards (14:06)
- Supporting Good News Distribution (15:54)
- Challenges ...
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Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Introduction of Co-Host Megan (2:00)
- Megan's experience at Oakley (3:23)
- Jason’s background in trucking (7:38)
- From criminal justice to truck driving (9:54)
- Jason's experience as an owner-operator at Oakley (16:29)
- Stability of work at Oakley Trucking (18:32)
- Work-life Balance (21:41)
- Truck Driver's Role in the Economy and Society (24:00)
- Final thoughts and takeaways (25:10)
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April 24, 2024 • 34 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Troy’s background in truckingMeeting Troy Austin (1:24)
- Starting the TalkCDL Podcast (2:46)
- Family and trucking legacy (4:10)
- Content creation and motivation (6:41)
- Promoting the podcast on Facebook (11:37)
- Networking and sponsors (14:41)
- Finding and creating content (16:13)
- Audience engagement and improvement (19:29)
- The importance of quality content (19:56)
- The role of CB radios in trucking (...
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April 17, 2024 • 50 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Welcome from MATS (0:58)
- History and benefits of Gulf Coast Filters (2:30)
- Steve's background and early experiences with Gulf Coast Filters (5:11)
- Transition of leadership at Gulf Coast Filters (9:25)
- Purpose and function of Gulf Coast Filters (13:16)
- Mounting and placement of filters (15:38)
- Effectiveness and impact of Gulf Coast Filters (17:37)
- Extended engine life (20:20)
- Importance of cont...
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April 10, 2024 • 41 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- The significance of Iowa 80 and the Mid-America Truck Show (2:05)
- Introduction of Heather and Lee and the history of Iowa 80 (3:44)
- Bill Moon's vision and contributions to trucking (4:38)
- Moon's background and passion for trucking (9:25)
- The Iowa 80 Truckers Jamboree (12:02)
- Lee’s experiences growing up at Iowa 80 (14:16)
- The Iowa 80 Trucking Museum (17:25)
- Preservation of trucking history at...
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April 3, 2024 • 55 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- LIVE from Mid America Truck Show (0:35)
- Megan's First Truck Show Experience (2:56)
- Pittsburgh Power Products and Services (6:37)
- Improving Diesel Fuel Quality (10:51)
- Personal Experience with Pittsburgh Power Products (13:45)
- Tuning Semi Trucks for Fuel Efficiency (15:27)
- Cleaning Diesel Particulate Filters (18:58)
- Pittsburgh Power's Origins (19:44)
- The owner-operator's love for his truck (21:...
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March 27, 2024 • 24 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Coming to You LIVE from MATS (1:09)
- Introducing New Co-Host Megan Cummings (2:09)
- Rich and Howes Products (3:40)
- The Legacy of Howes (4:40)
- Discussion on Diesel Additives (7:43)
- Howes Hall of Fame (12:50)
- Availability of Howes Products (16:38)
- Howes Products' Reward Program (17:19)
- The importance of customer service (18:05)
- The Future of Howes Products (19:31)
- Commitment to quality and safety (2...
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March 20, 2024 • 44 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Oakley Update: Truck Trades Process (2:18)
- Introduction of Brock and Scott from Arrow Truck Sales (5:14)
- The Evolution and Stability of Arrow Truck Sales (11:31)
- In-house financing and customer support (16:28)
- Current state of the truck market (18:47)
- Challenges in Truck Buying (21:39)
- Strategic Decision-making (22:30)
- Arrow’s Expansion and Operations (23:27)
- Advancements in Truck Technology (...
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March 13, 2024 • 40 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- The Mid-America Truck Show (MATS) (0:39)
- Oakley’s perspective on the event (4:22)
- History of MATS (5:53)
- Preparation for the show (9:02)
- Reasons for attending (14:24)
- Location and events (16:29)
- Truck championship at MATS (20:00)
- Oakley's presence at the show (22:32)
- Recording podcasts at the show (25:30)
- Truck parking and shuttle service (27:22)
- Entertainment and activities in Louisville (30:21...
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Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Upcoming Event: Serving the Folks at Port 33 (2:08)
- Meeting Mike and Maleah (4:51)
- Transition from Farming to Trucking (5:33)
- How Mike and Maleah met and Got Married (6:11)
- Mentorship and Trucking Success (10:26)
- Transition to Oakley Trucking (11:55)
- Truck Upgrade and Living in Florida (13:33)
- Importance of Partner Support in Trucking (17:06)
- Awareness and Safety in Trucking (18:32)
- Focusing on...
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February 28, 2024 • 33 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Hal’s background in transportation and work at PrePass (3:02)
- History and purpose of PrePass (5:28)
- How PrePass Works (6:05)
- The impact of PrePass on highway safety and traffic flow (7:30)
- State scoring system and bypass rates for carriers (9:23)
- PrePass reaching 1 billion successful bypasses (12:07)
- Geofencing technology in mobile bypass sites (14:33)
- Integrations with mobile apps (16:00)
- Sim...
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February 21, 2024 • 38 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Andreya’s background and passion for caring for her patients (1:27)
- The importance of mental health (3:00)
- The impact of the pandemic on mental health (6:08)
- Recognition of mental health issues (8:29)
- Seeking help and mental health services (12:34)
- Challenges faced by truck drivers (14:08)
- The importance of physical activity (16:47)
- Recognizing the need for mental health support (20:23)
- Recogn...
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February 14, 2024 • 21 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Troy’s background and experience in trucking (2:36)
- From logging to owner-operator (4:28)
- Troy’s Investment in his truck (5:22)
- Safety and law enforcement experience (10:57)
- Life as an owner-operator at Oakley (11:43)
- Challenges and commitment to safety (13:31)
- Financial management and dedication to the company (17:20)
- Balancing work and family life (18:30)
- Final thoughts and takeaways (20:08) ...
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February 7, 2024 • 59 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Introducing Josh, Lucas and Lee (1:21)
- Highlighting the operations of Port 33 (2:12)
- History and Growth of Port 33 (6:10)
- Significance and Capabilities of Port 33 (7:31)
- Barge Loading and Unloading (12:21)
- Unique Operations at Port 33 (16:41)
- Products Offered at Port 33 (19:29)
- Impact of the 2019 Flood (22:20)
- Recovery and Adaptation (24:39)
- Port 33 South Side Development (27:10)
- Impact of Oakle...
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January 31, 2024 • 35 mins
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Introducing Lewie and the topics for the episode (2:17)
- Driver shortage or driver turnover? (4:08)
- Challenges Faced by Truck Drivers (7:16)
- Impact of Regulations on Driver Retention (12:12)
- Need for Driver Education and Training (16:18)
- Cyclical Nature of Trucking Industry (19:35)
- Future of the Trucking Industry (21:56)
- The value of trucking (22:39)
- Company's responsibility to drivers (25:01)
- ...
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