Skip to content
TalkCDL Trucking Podcast podcast artwork

PODCAST · business

TalkCDL Trucking Podcast

by TalkCDL Trucking Podcast

TalkCDL is focused on providing entertainment for our fellow truckers! We cover everything in the trucking industry from current trucking laws, trucker surveys, and any other trucking news we dig up or a trucker throws our way.

Publisher-supplied feed metadata · PodParley refreshed Sep 28, 2026 · Source feed

Episodes

  1. Can Truckers Carry

    Can Truckers Carry. Can a trucker legally carry a gun in his semi truck? Can he go across state lines. Can he be arrested if he is caught with a gun? Tune in to this weeks podcast and hear this incredible topic, thats hotter than hot. Can Truckers Carry NCI Trucking – One of the best carriers...

  2. Rolling Prison Nightmare

    Rolling Prison Nightmare. The latest horror story in trucking. Unfortunately it's a true story. A couple held 4 children in their big rig for 7 years. The story of abuse is unbearable but needs to be reported and exposed. Join us on this weeks episode of TalkCDL Trucking Podcast. Rolling Prison...

  3. Is It Conspiracy

    We get real deep this week. We want to know about the things in the industry that no one is talking about.

  4. KLLM Done Messed Up

    KLLM Done Messed Up. Can anyone say lawsuit? Interested situation with KLLM and the way they handled their trainees program. Or should I say, they way they handled their Felafel Trainees program. Tune in and hear the latest podcast, you won't be disappointed. KLLM Done Messed Up NCI Trucking –…

    more
  5. Heavy Haul Interview

    We sat down with a heavy haul expert. We asked some pretty cool questions. Wait till you hear some of the things that go inside the heavy haul industry. Wait till you hear the costs. Not to mention the size some of these loads are. Heavy Haul Interview NCI Trucking – One of the best carriers...

  6. Trucking Stories & News

    Trucking Stories & News. A trucking company owes six million dollars to a family. A trucker was on the side of a highway, when he pulled his rig and trailers out onto the road. A man on a passenger vehicles rear ended the trailer and died. Tune in and hear the final results. Trucking Stories &…

    more
  7. Truckers are the Fall Guys

    Truckers are the Fall Guys. Recently a Tesla car, while on auto pilot, ran through a house, killing a grandmother. The driver of the car was charged with manslaughter. This should serve as a warning to all truckers. If you go to work fo a carrier with autonomous semi truck, get something in...

  8. Driver’s What’s Your Worth

    Driver's What's Your Worth. Most truck drivers really don't know what they are worth. Most will tell you when asked, A mileage rate. This is the mentality, carriers have created so drivers think they can make a crazy amount of money. In reality, a trucker is really worth what a standard or more a...

  9. Trucking Companies Beware

    Trucking Companies Beware. Are you part of a trucking company? Do you pay drivers for orientation? Do you deduct their pay if they don't stay with your company for a certain period? Do you log their hours they put in for orientation? Do you try to deduct or keep any of their last pay check? You...

  10. We’ve Settled The Flip Flop Argument

    That old argument of "can flip flops be warn legally in a semi truck" is finally settled. You will be surprised when you hear the result.

  11. I would Never Drive For These Carriers

    I would Never Drive For These Carriers. Trucking companies that are adding driverless trucks to their fleet, dont deserve human drivers now. If I was back on the road I would never driver for these carriers. Why would any driver want to help promote the takeover of your very own future? Tune in…

    more
  12. Walmart’s Do-Over Drug Policy

    Walmart's Do-Over Drug Policy.Something I never knew before but Walmart has a 2nd chance drug policy. Before you judge this program, you should know you might want to implement it into your won company. Wait till you hear the details and then let us know if you agree with the panel. TalkCDL...

  13. Is Hirschbach Eliminating Drivers?

    This week we die into some touchy subjects in trucking. Its gonna get hot n sticky then a little juicy, buckle up and brace yourself for the next episode of TalkCDL Trucking Podcast

  14. Trucker Is Up A Creek

    Truther Is Up A Creek. Recently Harjinger Singh, a trucker from India, allegedly made an illegal U-turn, killing 3 people on the Florida Turnpike. This is the hottest news in trucking and TalkCDl Trucking Podcast has been following the developing story. From entering the country illegal in 2018…

    more
  15. A Story Of Trucking On Heroin

    A Story Of Trucking On Heroin. Tune in and sit back. This weeks episode is a story of a trucker addicted to drugs. He drove cross country on heroin. His story will give you chills. This is an old episode. Join Troy, Johnny Acid and our guest. A Story Of Trucking On Herion TAB Bank Let us Pay Your...

  16. Driver You Have My Permission

    A recent email sent to TalkCDL Trucking Podcast, has everyone buzzing. The letter contained a message from a trucking company to their drivers. The message said My dispatch just called and said all fuel cards are compromised and to pay for fuel until next pay period. What that mean? Driver You…

    more
  17. Forced To Drive

    Forced To Drive. You heard it right. Truck Driver all over America, are forced to drive. Here's how it works. A trucking company hires a driver that can't get a job anywhere. Knowing they have something bad on their record, like a DUI, a drug failure or even a bad accident. The carrier now knows...

  18. Harley Vs Semi Truck

    Harley Vs Semi Truck. When motorcycles clash with the big rigs, the bike loses every time. Recently a man on a Harley Davidson attempted to pass between two semi trucks. Needless to say, the man on the Harley was killed. Tune in this week on TalkCDL Trucking Podcast and hear the full story. NCI...

  19. UPS Makes Cheap Offer For Drivers To Resign

    UPS Makes Cheap Offer For Drivers To Resign. Wow, can you believe how much or little UPS offered their driver, to resign? We did the math. If a driver has ten years with UPS and takes the "buy out". He will receive $18,000 minus taxes. He will take home approximately $14,000. The problem is, he…

    more
  20. The Trucking Insurance Guy

    The Trucking Insurance Guy. Did you know that Spectrum Insurance is an insurance company above he rest? Laife the Trucking Insurance Guy goes above and beyond to help his customers. His specialty is Cab Reports. What's a Cab Report> Im glad you asked. In the trucking industry, a CAB Report…

    more
  21. 170,000 Non-English Speaking Drivers Out

    170,000 Non-English Speaking Drivers Out. Recently 170,000 drivers that are non-english speaking, lost their CDL. President Trump Signed an executive order with no exceptions. The number will only grow, as there are more out there. Illegal immigrants working in the US, are taking jobs out of the...

  22. Top 10 Most Powerful Semi’s in Order

    Top 10 Most Powerful Semi's in Order. Will your favorite rig be in the top ten? There is a difference between pretty and powerful. We compiled a list of the most powerful semi's in the world based on raw horse power. This list might surprise many people when they see the number one. Top 10 Most...

  23. Retired Truckers Can’t Afford Retirement

    Retired Truckers Can't Afford Retirement. Can you imagine trucking all your life. You retire and can not afford to retire? This is the state we are in. The economy has gotten so far out of hand, that truckers are trying to start working again. This should not be. A man has worked their entire…

    more
  24. Crimes Against Truckers Stats

    Crimes Against Trucker Stats. There are more crimes against ruck drivers than most realize. Many of these crimes are of a violent nature. Thus making trucking and driving trucks, one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. Tune in this week and hear the stats on these crimes. Crimes Against...

  25. Me No Speak English

    Me No Speak English. Right now at this very moment, DOT are gearing up to test these they suspect of English ignorance. That's right, truckers that can not speak a lick of English, beware. The test consists of two things. An interview and demonstrating you can read and speak the English language....

  26. Summar Interview

    Summar Interview. Let us introduce you to Summar Financial. If you are in need of cash flow, this are the people for you. They will take over your invoices and get you paid today. If you would like a steady flow of cash every time you have provided a service for your customers, then call Summar....

  27. Top 10 Most Dangerous Trucking Companies

    Top 10 Most Dangerous Trucking Companies. I recently read an article on PKBLawfirm.com The article talked about the most dangerous trucking companies in the US. This was from data gathered from 2020 to the year 2022. It focused on the amount of accidents along with the amount of fatalities. Im…

    more
  28. English Speaking Truckers Only

    English Speaking Truckers Only. Trucking has a big problem. That problem is, many truckers can't speak English language. For the past few years, truck drivers have been complaining about the non-english-speaking truckers on the road. Why is it a problem you ask? Where do I start? First off, just...

  29. How To Report A Trucking Company To FMCSA

    How To Report A Trucking Company To FMCSA. Did you know, it is very easy to report a trucking company to the FMCSA? If you didn't, we are about to show you how. Sit back and enjoy our step by step tutorial on this process. How To Report A Trucking Company To FMCSA There are many things a trucker...

  30. Truckers Condoms & Pee

    Truckers Condoms & Pee. Have you hear about the trucker that filled a condom with urine? Well did you hear what happened that day? Tune in and hear this crazy story of what a trucker did while trying to start a new job at a trucking company. TalkCDL Trucking Podcast. Truckers Condoms & Pee Did a...

  31. The Nerve Of Some

    The Nerve Of Some. Some truckers have a lot of nerve. Wait till you hear Troy's next true story. I mean it's a doozy. It involves a homeless trucker, a dog and much arrogance. Tune in this week and hear This crazy tale of a truck driver that wants it his way, even if he has nothing to bring to…

    more
  32. Trucking Is One Big Adventure

    Trucking Is One Big Adventure. Oh yeah, if youre considering being a trucker some day, you don't want to miss this episode. Troy is going to take you on one of his adventures. You have to tune in this week if you want to know what it is like to truly be a truck driver in America as and Over The...

  33. 3 Ways to tell When The Freight Is Back

    3 Ways to tell When The Freight Is Back. Are the good times ever coming back? Will we know prior? How can we tell the industry is changing for the good? Stick around, you don't want to miss this weeks episode of TalkCDL Trucking Podcast. Troy is going to break it all down and let you in on the…

    more
  34. I Can’t Drive 68 MPH

    I Can't Drive 68 MPH. Some truck drivers refuse to drive a big rig, under the speed limit. Some trucking companies, truck speed, is set below the speed limit. Do you see the conflict? Do you see where a problem exists in the trucking industry? Tune in this week and hear a crazy story of a driver...

  35. Trucker Overtime Pay Coming

    Trucker Overtime Pay Coming. It seems truckers and waitresses are the last people in the world to be paid right. While waitresses are clearly paid under minimum wage. A truck driver is ripped off in a different way. He works normally by the mile. Then he is asked to do more, from counting…

    more
  36. TAB Bank Truck Show Interview

    One group wants to sue truckers and their companies, well let me correct that, it seems everyone wants to sue the trucking industry for something. Everyone thinks trucking means big money.

  37. Truck Parking Club At The Florida Truck Show

    Truck Parking Club At The Florida Truck Show. We ran into the Truck Parking Club at the Florida Truck Show. We sat down with Hunter Shearer, Truck Parking Clubs Number one guy. Hunter is the guy you see in all these videos and he's every where you look. He filled us in on a few things and we sure...

  38. Trucker Catheterization

    Trucker Catheterization. Did he say that? You bet he did. You will not believe what some truckers are doing to pass they DOT drug screen. I really wish I could tell you, but I would spoil the show. So, for now, I will just let your imagination run wild. I promise, you won't be disappointed when…

    more
  39. Trucker Fight Club TFC

    Trucker Fight Club TFC. Tune in and hear the story of two little boys, that settled their differences with a rock. After that you will hear Troy's take on how truckers, dispatchers and recruiters might settle their differences. This comical episode is sure to bring a smile to your face as TalkCDL...

  40. A Carriers Obligation To Drivers

    A Carriers Obligation To Drivers. Are you a trucking Company? If so, you have obligations to the drivers you hire. First and foremost you have an obligation to honesty. Too many drives report they were lied to prior to joining a carrier. Are your recruiters being the most forthcoming with…

    more
  41. Why Can’t I Carry A Gun

    Why Can't I Carry A Gun. For some reason there is a state that does not recognize my CCW. Is this constitutional? Does this particular state have the right to refuse my rights to carry and bare arms? This may be a states right to refuse any and all they deem 'not worthy' to carry a firearm in…

    more
  42. 2024 In The Mirror

    2024 In The Mirror. Yay, 2024 is behind us. A warm welcome to the New Year and Happy New Year to all of our listeners. We are praying for a better year and it has already started out with a new president. Well, maybe not a new President but one that has already shown success and thats good enough...

  43. Merry Christmas Truckers

    Merry Christmas Truckers. We hope all truckers and their families have great and merry Christmas this year. The most important load you will deliver is yourself to your family. Dont rush to get home. Make it home safe, even if you're late, your family will be happy you're there. Merry Christmas...

  44. Merging Lanes

    Merging Lanes. Truck drivers are considered professional drivers. If you want the title, then you need to act like the title. When another vehicle is merges and is driving aggressively, there is a responsibility to avoid a possible accident. If a driver is not at fault during an accident but…

    more
  45. Just Trucking Stuff

    Just Trucking Stuff. OK, truckers are at it again. That old argument of wether Buccee's sucks or is worth it. Why doesn't Buccee's allow semi truck parking at their mega gas stations? Why do they seem to hate truckers and semi trucks? Will we ever find out the answers to these questions? Tune in…

    more
  46. Why Experience Pays More

    Why Experience Is Worth More. Would you like to know why trucking companies pay more for an experienced driver? There is a slew of reasons but the main one comes down to accidents. Thats right, which driver is more likely to have a small accident? Accidents cost the carrier money. So, an...

  47. Inward Facing Camera Survey

    Inward Facing Camera Survey. Would you drive for a company that has inward facing cameras? TalkCDL conducted a nationwide survey and the results were not a surprise. However the comments were a blast and we thought you would enjoy what the drivers had to say. Massachusetts is set to allow a…

    more
  48. Hypocrisy In Trucking

    Hypocrisy In Trucking. Have you noticed, in the trucking industry, there is allot of hypocrites? From shippers to receivers to trucking companies, there is plenty of hypocrisy. They say one thing and do another. They fire a truck driver for stealing and then steal themselves. They punish you when...

  49. The Jeff Burkhardt Interview

    The Jeff Burkhardt Interview. If you haven't heard of Jeff Burkhardt, you will know him after this sit down. We asked Jeff about many issues in the trucking industry. Autonomous Trucks? What did Jeff say in this meeting the future holds for the American Truck Driver. Marijuana in the trucking...

  50. Trucker Issues Survey

    Trucker Issues Survey. We got it. The latest questionnaire from your peers. That's right, truckers were surveyed and asked, "what is your main issues?". The answers were of course different than the carriers survey, which we have also. Tune into this weeks episode and hear the results. Trucker...

Type above to search every episode's transcript for a word or phrase. Matches are scoped to this podcast.

Searching…

We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.

No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.

Showing of matches

No topics indexed yet for this podcast.

Loading reviews...

ABOUT THIS SHOW

TalkCDL is focused on providing entertainment for our fellow truckers! We cover everything in the trucking industry from current trucking laws, trucker surveys, and any other trucking news we dig up or a trucker throws our way.

HOSTED BY

TalkCDL Trucking Podcast

CATEGORIES

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does TalkCDL Trucking Podcast have?

TalkCDL Trucking Podcast currently has 300 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is TalkCDL Trucking Podcast about?

TalkCDL is focused on providing entertainment for our fellow truckers! We cover everything in the trucking industry from current trucking laws, trucker surveys, and any other trucking news we dig up or a trucker throws our way.

How often does TalkCDL Trucking Podcast release new episodes?

TalkCDL Trucking Podcast publishes regularly with 300 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.

Where can I listen to TalkCDL Trucking Podcast?

You can listen to TalkCDL Trucking Podcast on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.

Who hosts TalkCDL Trucking Podcast?

TalkCDL Trucking Podcast is created and hosted by TalkCDL Trucking Podcast.
URL copied to clipboard!