217: Surviving The Open Road

In this week's episode, Brian and Shipper welcome back the ever-entertaining "Mr. Toot Toot," Mike Hawes. Mike dives into crucial topics like taking breaks and road safety, punctuated by his gripping tales of harrowing accidents and blown tires. They explore the strange and unique encounters on the road, the quirks of trucking across various states, and Mike's personal adventures in Alabama. From his health journey to the challenges of Miami trucking, and from the costs of living to the politics of the housing market, this conversation is packed with insights, laughs, and the importance of staying positive.Support The ShowKEEP US FUELED: buymeacoffee.com/hammerlaneGear: https://www.hammerlanelegends.com/gearShare Your StoriesLEAVE A VOICEMAIL: 515-585-MERK(6375)EMAIL US YOUR STORIES: [email protected]: www.hammerlanelegends.comFollow The ShowYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC5TWlB5Yqx8JlQr3p3bkkMgFacebook: www.facebook.com/hammerlanelegendsFacebook Fan Group: www.facebook.com/groups/hllInstagram Desktop: www.instagram.com/hammerlanelegendsInstagram Mobile: @hammerlanelegendsTwitter Desktop: www.twitter.com/HLLPodcastTwitter Mobile: @HLLpodcastFollow The TeamBrian MerkelFacebook: www.facebook.com/brian.merkel.94Instagram Desktop: www.instagram.com/brianmerkeloffical/Instagram Mobile: @brianmerkelofficialProduced by: Jack MerkelFollow Jack on Instagram @jack_theproducer