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Terminal Exchange
by Nussbaum Transportation
Hosted by Dayton Rumbold, Terminal Exchange explores key issues and compelling stories in the trucking industry. Gain fresh perspectives, enjoy a hearty laugh, and take away valuable lessons for the long haul. | New episodes every other Tuesday!
Episodes
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Ep. 152 // Loss, Faith, and Finding Purpose with Logan Haines
What does it take to rebuild your life after losing the person who shaped it most? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, host Daniel sits down with Logan Haynes, a trailer technician at Nussbaum Transportation and former Marine Corps helicopter mechanic. Logan shares what drove him to enlist, the...
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Ep. 151 // Rescue on the Road
What would you do if you noticed your fellow driver was in danger — and no one else knew? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, drivers Doyle Chester and Sergio Cortez share the remarkable story of how Sergio helped save Doyle's life after Doyle suffered a stroke while on the road. After...
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Ep. 150 // Slay Your Mammoth with Sloane Montana
What does it take to walk away from the job you love — and fight your way back? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, Sloan Montana, a driver at Nussbaum Transportation, shares how a sleep apnea diagnosis forced him off the road and how he lost 120 pounds, trained five hours a day, and rebuilt…
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Ep. 149 // CDL Exam for Dummies with Cory Adams
What does it take to become an excellent truck driver—not just pass the test? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, Cory Adams, Senior Instructional Administrator at Nussbaum Transportation, shares the story behind writing CDL Exam for Dummies and his passion for developing skilled, safety…
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Ep. 148 // From the Pulpit to the Highway with Jason Barnes
In this episode of Terminal Exchange, Jason shares his remarkable journey from being called to preach at age 16, to pastoring a thriving church for 11 years, transitioning into barbering during COVID, and ultimately becoming a flatbed truck driver with Nussbaum Transportation. In this inspiring...
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Ep. 147 // From Cooking for Presidents to Life on the Road with Mike Spitzer
What does it take to reinvent your life—and chase a completely new path? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, Nussbaum driver Mike Spitzer shares his extraordinary journey from 18 years as a professional chef to becoming an over-the-road truck driver. In his culinary career, Mike cooked at...
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Ep. 146 // Unscripted Leadership: with Bill Wettstein and Brent Nussbaum
How well do you really know the people you work with? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, our President and CEO—Bill Wettstein and Brent Nussbaum—sit down for a personal, reflective, and often humorous conversation after nearly 25 years of working together. The format is a relaxed,...
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Ep. 145 // The Road That Built a Legacy: A Conversation with Steve Mallory
What can we learn from a lifetime spent on the road—and the people you meet along the way? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, we celebrate the retirement of Steve Mallory, who wraps up eight years at Nussbaum Transportation after a long and remarkable career in the trucking industry. Steve...
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Ep. 144 // Jesus Gets You, with Jim Revelle
What does Christmas really mean? According to Scripture, it’s about the incarnation—God becoming human in Jesus Christ. In this message, Chaplain Jim Revelle explores the profound significance of the incarnation and how it connects to our everyday struggles. Drawing from his father’s World War II...
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Ep. 143 // Thankful for The Fleas, with Jim Revelle
How can gratitude transform your perspective—even in the hardest times? In this Thanksgiving message, Jim Revelle, a chaplain serving Nussbaum Transportation through Corporate Chaplains of America, shares powerful stories of faith, resilience, and thankfulness. Jim begins with a personal account…
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Ep. 142 // Mastering Effectiveness: Inside The 7 Habits with Dustin Huber
According to The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey, success isn’t just about achievement, it’s about character and purpose. Covey outlines seven timeless habits that help individuals lead with clarity, integrity, and impact. In today’s exchange Dustin Huber, Director of...
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Ep. 141 // There's a Method to the Magic, with Shelby McBurney
What makes Disney World so magical? Shelby will tell you—like most extraordinary productions, there’s a LOT going on behind the curtain. Disney Parks continue to dominate global rankings, holding eight spots in the Top 10 Most Visited Parks. According to the TEA/AECOM Global Attractions Report,...
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Ep. 140 // Becoming an Ideal Team Player, with Scott Herrmann
How can you become an ideal coworker? According to The Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni, you must cultivate three key virtues. In the fable, Lencioni tells the story of Jeff Shanley, a leader desperate to save his uncle’s company by restoring its cultural commitment to teamwork. Jeff and his...
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Ep. 139 // You're a Genius....Two of Them, That Is
What’s the key to thriving in the workplace? According to The Six Types of Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni, it’s more than just doing a good job. Working Genius is a powerful tool for understanding ourselves and how we work with others. It helps us discover the stages of work that bring joy…
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Ep. 138 // What’s in a Hire? with Rick Schmidt
When you hear words like “hire” or “interview,” what comes to mind? Maybe a nervous applicant fielding questions about their experience—or your own first time in the hot seat. But have you ever wondered what’s going through the interviewer’s mind? Turns out, they’re nervous too—and trying to...
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Ep. 137 // Lost & Found: Telling Stories with James Fry
“God found me at my worst possible time…..cause He loves [doing] that.” James Fry is living proof that our past doesn’t have to define us. Though he’s walked many dark valleys, James has become a light for others, eagerly pointing them to a relationship with God. And as a Professional Driver and...
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Ep. 136 // A Tale of Two Brothers: Telling Stories with Jerrid & James
Oh, to be kids again. Jerrid Knight and James Grier have fond memories of boxing matches, wrestling tournaments, snowball fights—the wholesome fun that brothers enjoy. They also remember broken bones, when James made Jerrid pass out, and trading away a Mickey Mantle baseball card by accident.…
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Ep. 135 // Winning in Truckload S.A.L.E.S.
Caution! You might be a Nussbaum customer by the end of this episode! (actually, that would be a great thing for your business. Go ahead and press play). What’s it take to be successful in truckload sales? Wining and dining? The lowest rates? (hint: not that). In today’s exchange, we explore five...
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Ep. 134 // This Story Changed My Life: On Mission with Spread Truth Ministries
“Jerry, just remember—when you go to New York, God’s already been there [working] in that person’s life.” Jerry McCorkle recalls his father’s wise instruction before leaving on a mission trip to New York City to spread the gospel. Over the years, he’s learned that God does indeed go before us,...
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Ep. 133 // Shop Talk: Morale & Motivation with Levi Fehr
The ideal workplace: where managers and employees trust one another; everyone shares a common purpose; people are learning and growing; and positivity is the norm. Sounds pretty great, doesn’t it? Levi Fehr thinks so, and that’s what he’s aiming for. Sure, he admits, there will always be room to...
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Ep. 132 // A Ride Through History: Transportation, Trucking, and Nussbaum
Buckle up for a crash course on the history of transportation and trucking! This (basically) Masters-Level class covers the invention of the wheel in the 4000s BC, the Silk Road, origins of the combustion engine, World War I, and the first semi-trailer in 1910! (Also—apparently Prohibition helped...
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Ep. 131 // The Power of Prayer: Telling Stories with Teresa Kundrata
“I was just a lost, hurt soul….trying to find my way, and I just couldn’t.” That’s how Teresa describes the lowest moment of her life—homeless and hopeless as a single mom, bouncing from shelter to shelter, even fighting a legal battle for her son. But the seed of faith—planted years before by…
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Ep. 130 // Globe Trotting & Good Talking with Roger & Kylie
The ever-changing daily pace of transportation is fertile soil for frustration. Loads change, schedules change, just about anything can change. And yet, even in the thick of it, drivers and dispatchers can get along. That’s according to Roger Kyler and Kylie Hoffman. Kylie is Roger’s Driver...
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Ep. 129 // I Resolve: Living Purpose Driven in 2025
Did you know that nearly 40% of U.S. adults make New Year’s Resolutions? January 1st dawns hopeful with visions of a healthier, happier, more organized life. Sadly, 25% of those resolutions don’t survive the first week. About 36% last beyond a month, and only 9% are actually achieved. There is,...
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Ep. 128 // The Unexpected Career: Stories from CDL School
They come from every background. We’ve had doctors, lawyers, insurance agents, high-schoolers, retirees—all looking for a new opportunity. For some, it’s the chance to become financially independent and get a fresh start at life. Every story is unique, but they all converge at the Nussbaum…
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Ep. 127 // Special Episode: The Rightful King
“Hark, the Herald Angels sing….glory to the newborn KING.” In this special Christmas edition of Terminal Exchange, Nussbaum Chaplain Jim Revelle shares a message entitled “The Rightful King has Landed.” In it, he explores three characteristics of King Jesus in Isaiah chapter 11: How he brings...
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Ep. 126 // Top Issues in Trucking: The Nuts and Bolts
If you want to get more done, go slower. That’s Jon and Adam’s advice, anyway. Yes, the maintenance shop is bustling with repairs and PMs. Yes, unexpected issues tend to pop up. But the key to delighting drivers (and actually solving the root problem with their equipment) is to slow down, ask…
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Ep. 125 // Top Issues in Trucking: Hiring with Integrity, for Success
Calling all professional drivers and driver-hiring professionals—this episode is for you! The hiring process is (or at least ought to be) a big decision for both carriers and drivers. The goal is a mutually beneficial relationship built on honesty and clear expectations from the get-go. So why do...
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Ep. 124 // Top Issues in Trucking: Maintaining Profitability
It’s the question on every carrier’s mind: “How do we stay profitable in such a challenging market?” In today’s exchange, Dayton chats with Zack Hildebrand, one of our Business Analytics Managers. Zack explores the science of pricing freight, including three guiding principles for balanced,...
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Ep. 123 // Under 21, Overachieving: The Safe Driver Apprenticeship Program
What were you doing at 19 years old? For Carter Fehr and Jordan Kersten, the answer is “working full-time as an OTR driver.” But wait—don’t you have to be 21 for that? Yes—unless you’re part of the FMCSA Safe Driver Apprenticeship Program (SDAP, for short). With SDAP, under-21 drivers can cross...
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Ep. 122 // Like Mother, Like Daughter: Telling Stories with Peg & Michaela
“How many kids want to go to work with their parents?” Well, according to Peg Balducci and Michaela Mogged, it’s actually a tremendous blessing. From early morning commutes to walks around the pond, working together at Nussbaum is a cherished opportunity to bond as mother and daughter. Known for...
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Ep. 121 // The Man From Texas: Telling Stories with Oscar Flores
By day, he’s clearing brush and herding cattle under the hot sun. By night, he’s busy dispatching for Nussbaum—900 miles from our terminal in the little town of Bedias, Texas. (Or, “God’s country” as Oscar affectionally refers to it). Life couldn’t be better. Granted, Texas is dry, full of ornery...
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Ep. 120 // You Can't Make This Stuff Up: Tales from the Front Desk
Motorists looking for a rest stop. Hippie vans. A bejeweled hymn singer. Phone calls. Phone scams. Travelers looking for museums. It’s all in a day’s work for Heather and Tianne, our faithful and fearless front desk ladies. As Tianne says, “you just never know what you’ll see in a day.” Some…
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Ep. 119 // Heart & Home: On Mission with The Baby Fold
For over a century, The Baby Fold has shepherded vulnerable children in Bloomington-Normal and beyond. What began as a home for orphans in the early 1900s (during the years of “Orphan Trains”) now serves families across central Illinois through academic, in-home, and post-adoption services. In...
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Ep. 118 // The Building Fell Over: Telling Stories with Kenol Aurelus
“It was like the end of the world.” That’s how Kenol Aurelus, now a Professional Driver for Nussbaum, describes the 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Haiti in 2010. It was an unforgettable day – especially since he was right next to the Presidential Palace when the ground started shaking! Once...
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Ep. 117 // Hope to the Highways: The Story Behind the Trailer Graphics
In 2015, Nussbaum’s very first trailer artwork – “Celebrating Faith & Family” – hit the road. In the nine years since, we’ve released twelve additional graphics, including “Forgiveness Brings Freedom,” “Love Above All,” and most recently, “There is Hope in Troubled Times.” But you may be...
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Ep. 116 // Adopted Twice: A Testimony of God's Faithfulness
Rewind to age 6, and you’d find Addis Coffman planting crops, tending livestock, and caring for her young brother near the village of Gimbichu, Ethiopia. Fast forward to 2024, and she’s an Accounting Specialist at Nussbaum in Bloomington, Illinois! Needless to say, a lot has happened in between.…
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Ep. 115 // Principal, Probation, Professional Driver: Telling Stories with Ken Bugler
You never know what life has in store, and Ken’s journey is no exception! Though he began his career in education, Ken wound up as a probation officer and beacon of hope for 34 years. And now, at 73, he’s taken up the title of Professional Driver! Today, we reflect on Ken’s fascinating career…
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Ep. 114 // A Jim of All Trades: Telling Stories with Jim Schroeder
How many careers can you have in one lifetime? Jim Schroeder may just hold the record. He’s worked as a surgical technician (military and civilian), bartender, restaurant manager, small business owner, rock band guitarist, and finally a CDL Truck Driver. Or said another way – he’s helped with…
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Ep. 113 // Remember to F.R.O.G: Telling Stories with Tom Reichert
Family – one of life’s richest blessings and greatest challenges. From becoming a teenage parent to working through difficult custody issues, Tom Reichert has experienced his share of “what do I do now” moments. But the journey of parenting (and grandparenting!) also brings much joy and many...
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Ep. 112 // Special Episode: An Interview with Brent Nussbaum, CEO | The WOW Factor Podcast
Today, we’re teaming up with Brad Formsma, Founder & CEO of I Like Giving and Host of The WOW Factor Podcast! Brad takes over our studio to interview Brent Nussbaum, CEO of Nussbaum Transportation, about his life, career, and lessons in leadership. This conversation was released as a WOW Factor...
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Ep. 111 // Confronting Death: Jim Revelle on the Hope of Easter
“Death used to be an executioner, but the gospel has made him a gardener.” – George Herbert It’s the thing no one wants to talk about, but what every human will eventually face. Despite our best medical advances and enjoyable distractions, death is inescapable. But two thousand years ago, as he...
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Ep. 110 // Across Three Continents: Telling Stories with Morné Van Rensburg
It’s usually his accent that gives it away. Out of all Nussbaum’s employees, Morné Van Rensburg might just win the award for “traveled the furthest to get here.” Though he is now an official Midwesterner and working the IT Help Desk at Nussbaum, Morné was born 8,700 miles away in South Africa!…
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Ep. 109 // I Was a Stranger, and You Took Me In
For over 100 years, Home Sweet Home Ministries has been a place of refuge for those facing the complexities of homelessness and food insecurity. Their motto is to “demonstrate Christ’s love through innovative approaches that instill hope, restore lives, and build community.” In today’s exchange,...
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Ep. 108 // On Mission with Lifesong for Orphans
“Our mission is bringing joy and purpose to orphans.” For over 20 years, Lifesong for Orphans has done just that. They’ve helped to facilitate over 10,000 adoptions and provide gospel-centered care in schools, homes, and businesses in 14 countries around the globe. Who would’ve thought a failing...
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Ep. 107 // Telling Stories: Keeping it Classy with Emilio Scott
Emilio is known far and wide as one of the best-dressed drivers at Nussbaum. But he doesn’t need designer clothes or a big price tag to pull it off – he simply believes in being professional, presentable, and on-brand. His go-to’s include bowties, Hey Dudes, Nussbaum socks, and uniforms featuring...
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Ep. 106 // Telling Stories: The Rick Zaky Show
You name it, Rick Zaky has done it. From DJ’ing on a small island in the Indian Ocean, to running a limo company, to going over the road, Rick Zaky has some serious miles under his belt. He’s even hosted his own show – The Rick Zaky Show. As a professional driver, Rick has an eye for the details....
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Ep. 105 // The Art of Having a Good Time: Telling Stories with Matt Gordon
If Mr. Congeniality was an award, Matt Gordon would be in the running. Around Nussbaum, he’s known as the guy to talk to if you need your spirits lifted. He's also an excellent Driver Manager. Whether it’s beach bumming, chess chomping, or just staying home with family, Matt Gordon is always...
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Ep. 104 // Special Episode: Count Your Blessings with Jim Revelle
Is gratitude sacred or secular? How do I practice this thing called “thankfulness?” Holidays just remind me of loss – what should I do? In this special episode, Dayton & Jim are diving deep. We’ll explore what society says about gratitude and compare it to what God’s Word has always said. Along…
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Ep. 103 // Motherhood, Marketing, & the NEW Host of the Terminal Exchange
Today is bittersweet. Our beloved host, Saige Anderson, is passing the baton as she prepares to enter full-time motherhood! And before she goes, she’s here to introduce the NEW host of Terminal Exchange, straight from the IT department! (Wait, what??) With two hosts in the studio, we’re not sure...
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Hosted by Dayton Rumbold, Terminal Exchange explores key issues and compelling stories in the trucking industry. Gain fresh perspectives, enjoy a hearty laugh, and take away valuable lessons for the long haul. | New episodes every other Tuesday!
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