The Liquid Trucking Podcast

New Driver Experience: From Orientation to the Open Road

Thinking about making the jump to tanker trucking, or just curious what the new driver experience at Liquid Trucking looks like from the inside? In this episode, two of our newest drivers, Delana Sukra and Carissa Harris, sit down and walk us through the whole journey, from the moment recruiting reached out, through orientation and training, all the way to what hauling looks like now that they've got their feet wet. We dig into what the first week out actually feels like, what surprised them most about tanking, and what they wish they had known going in. This is the Liquid Trucking Podcast, real drivers, real stories, every week. Hit follow, share it with someone who needs to hear it, and don't make your next move without listening first.

Construction Zone Safety: Real Tips from Pro Drivers

Construction zone safety isn't a suggestion; it's the difference between making it home and not. In this episode of the Liquid Trucking Podcast, three experienced pro drivers sit down and get real about work zone close calls, the mistakes they've witnessed, and the essential safety habits that every long-haul trucker needs to have locked in before they ever see those orange barrels. Fines double in work zones for a reason. But fines are the least of your worries. We dig into the real dangers of road work zones, what POTR looks like from behind the wheel, and the kind of insider tips you only get from drivers who've been there. Safety managers, fleet managers, and pro drivers who think they've seen it all, this episode has something that will make every one of you think twice. This is a serious conversation that could make a real difference. Hit follow, share it with your team, and don't wait until there's an incident to have this conversation.

They Left Liquid Trucking. Here's Why They Came Back.

Ever been tempted by a recruiter promising better CPM, more home time, and a fresh start, only to find out it was all bait and switch? You're not alone. In this episode of the Liquid Trucking Podcast, three drivers sit down and get real about why they left, what they found on the other side, and what brought them back home. The stories are different. The ending is the same. We dig into the over-promising and under-delivering that's become all too common in trucking recruiting, what the career change back actually looked like, and what it is about Liquid Trucking that keeps feeling like home. Don't make your next move without listening first. Hit follow and share it with a driver who needs to hear it.

Career Change to Trucking: One Driver's Honest First 6 Months at Liquid

Career change got you searching for the right trucking company? Frank Moreno was right where you are, and six months into driving for Liquid Trucking, he's got some things to say. In this episode, we dig into the real first-day-out experience: first-day jitters, the driver-trainer dynamic, surviving the probationary period, and that moment you know you found the right fleet. Frank doesn't sugarcoat it; he doesn't need to. His story speaks for itself. We wrap it all up with a trucking-themed "Would You Rather" game that gets so out of hand, Amanda literally breaks her chair. This is the Liquid Trucking Podcast, real drivers, real talk, zero filler. 
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UFOs, Skinwalker Ranch & Conspiracy Theories: Buy It or BS?

UFOs, government cover-ups, and a ranch in Utah that defies all logic. Welcome to the most fun episode we've ever recorded. In Episode 117, recruiter Jake Debo joins the cab to dig into three of the most hotly debated mysteries alive today: the UFO and UAP phenomenon (yes, we're talking TicTac, GoFast, and Gimbal footage), the Younger Dryas Impact Theory, and the paranormal madness that is Skinwalker Ranch. We break down why the believers believe, why the skeptics stay skeptical, and then, because we couldn't help ourselves, we play a round of "Buy It or Bullshit," where Amanda and Jake put their credibility on the line and call it straight. No doom and gloom here. This one's light, a little mysterious, genuinely funny, and the kind of conversation you'd want riding shotgun on a long haul. 
Listen in and decide for yourself. Believer or skeptic, there's a seat for you.

ATHS Leaders: Preserving America's Trucking History

Ever wonder who's fighting to preserve the soul of American trucking? Meet the trio leading the American Truck Historical Society mission. Chairman Marty Glomb, President David Schnautz, and Executive Director John Gravley take you inside the operation that keeps transportation industry history alive, from vintage truck restoration and restomod projects to preserving irreplaceable paper user manuals and Route 66 heritage.
You'll discover what it takes to run the premier trucking history organization, get insider details on the upcoming ATHS National Convention and Truck Show, and hear these passionate leaders share their favorite pieces under their stewardship. If you're a pro driver who bleeds diesel, an owner/operator with appreciation for the machines that built this industry, or a fleet manager who understands where we came from and shapes where we're going, this energetic conversation connects past to present.
The Liquid Trucking Podcast delivers real talk with industry insiders who are shaping trucking's future while honoring its legacy. Subscribe now and never miss the stories that matter to professional drivers.

Trucker Relationships: Valentine's Real Talk with Drivers

Valentine's Day hits differently when you're a thousand miles from home. This special episode tackles the real-world relationship challenges pro drivers face every single day without the sugar-coated answers.
Liquid drivers Mikal "Donut" Duncan, Mike "Red Beard" Stanfield, and Jason Defoor as they join us and get brutally honest about trucker relationships and long-distance love. If you're an owner/operator struggling to stay connected with your spouse, a fleet driver missing your kids, or a significant other trying to understand life on the road, this conversation is for you.
You'll discover proven relationship advice from drivers who've been there: how to communicate when you're exhausted, what keeps marriages strong during long hauls, and the truth about managing Valentine's Day from a truck stop. We start with the serious struggles, because respect matters, then shift into the lighter moments that remind us why we fight for these relationships.
This isn't a theory. It's real talk from real truckers navigating real love.
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Driver Fatigue: Industry Problem or Personal Responsibility?

Driver fatigue isn't just about getting more sleep; it's about surviving a broken system that works against you. In this hard-hitting episode, three experienced Liquid drivers pull back the curtain on the industry's secret: structural problems that make proper rest nearly impossible.
Mikal Donut Duncan, Jason Defoor, and Burt Morris bring their experience to the fatigue debate. Is it your fault when truck parking is unavailable after hour 9? Should drivers bear all the blame when trip planning ignores biology? They tackle sleep apnea realities, the difficulty in finding safe parking spots, and effective rest management strategies behind the wheel.
If you're a pro driver fighting to stay alert, an owner-operator managing your own schedule, or a safety manager trying to reduce incidents, this conversation delivers actionable insights. You'll hear unfiltered truths about fatigue from drivers who live it daily. You’ll get straight talk about sleep deprivation, HOS pressures, and what needs to change.
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Connor's Legacy: Building All-Abilities Parks for Kids

Some conversations change you. When Jennifer Sheldon sat down with us to talk about her son Connor, the room shifted. Her other son, Liquid driver Mikal "Donut" Duncan, sat beside her as they shared a story of loss that became a mission. Jennifer, a special needs professional, lost Connor to Down syndrome complications far too young. But here's where the story shifts. Instead of letting grief consume them, they launched the Connor Sheldon Memorial Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to building all-abilities parks and ADA-compliant playgrounds where kids with autism, Down syndrome, and other disabilities can play alongside their peers.
This isn't your average trucker interview. Amanda and I both lost it during this conversation, and we're leaving it in because real emotion matters. Whether you're a professional driver, parent of a special needs child, ADA advocate, or just someone who believes every kid deserves a swing set they can actually use, you need to hear Connor's story.
Bring tissues. This all-inclusive park movement is changing communities, one playground at a time.

What Cannabis Changes Mean for Truckers & Clearinghouse Guide

What does the recent Executive Order on cannabis rescheduling mean for professional drivers and motor carriers? Director of Compliance Jesse Keebler cuts through the confusion in this must-hear episode of the Liquid Trucking Podcast. You'll discover what's changing with marijuana moving to Schedule 3, what stays the same for DOT regulations, and how this impacts your fleet's drug testing requirements. Plus, meet Amanda Casey, Bulldog's dynamic new podcast host! This radio veteran shares her trucking connections and brings fresh energy to the show.