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Trucksafe LIVE!
by Brandon Wiseman
Trucksafe LIVE! is a monthly live show devoted to highway safety. Join hosts and transportation attorneys Brandon Wiseman and Jerad Childress as they and their guests explore hot-button issues affecting motor carriers and their drivers like FMCSA regulations, nuclear verdicts, rising insurance costs, and much more.
Episodes
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Ep. 63 - A Discussion with FMCSA Administrator Barrs
In this episode, we’re joined by FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs to discuss the agency’s regulatory and enforcement priorities, the status of the MOTUS rollout, and more!
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Ep. 62 - Is the sky falling?
The Supreme Court’s decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II could reshape how freight brokers think about carrier selection, safety vetting, and litigation exposure after a crash, but will it be the end of some brokers and carriers? In this episode of Trucksafe LIVE!, we’ll break down what...
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Ep. 61 - Industry Update & Ask Us Anything
On this episode, the Trucksafe team will provide an industry update and ask-us-anything conversation focused on some of the most important developments in DOT safety and compliance. We’ll dive into timely issues like chameleon carriers, talk with Rob Carpenter about his recent 60 Minutes…
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Ep. 60 - Catching the Chameleons
Chameleon carriers—fleets that shut down and reappear under new identities to escape enforcement—are posing a growing safety and fraud risk across the trucking industry. On this episode, we’re joined by former FMCSA Chief Safety Officer Jack Van Steenburg to break down how these operations work,...
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Ep. 59 - Marijuana Rescheduling
In this episode of Trucksafe LIVE!, we’re joined by special guest Patrice Kelly, former Director of USDOT’s Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance, to discuss what marijuana rescheduling could mean for DOT testing programs and where things stand with oral fluid testing. This is a timely...
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Ep. 58 - 2025 year in review & 2026 outlook
On this episode, we break down the top 10 regulatory developments of 2025 and what they mean for fleets headinginto 2026. From ELP crackdowns and non-domiciled CDL reforms to medcard modernization and ELD vetting, we’llunpack the year’s biggest compliance shifts and the trends shaping the year...
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Ep. 57 - CDL training crackdown
In this episode, the Trucksafe team breaks down FMCSA’s unprecedented removal of 3,000 CDL training providers from the federal registry and what it reveals about the deeper flaws in the ELDT system. We’ll explore how so many noncompliant schools made it onto the list, why the honor-system model…
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Ep. 56 - The great ELD purge of 2025?
In this episode, we break down FMCSA’s newly announced overhaul of the ELD self-certification process—one of the most significant changes to the ELD landscape since the mandate went into effect. We’ll unpack what prompted the agency’s move, how the new vetting framework works, why it still falls...
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Ep. 55 - Federal court halts FMCSA's non-domiciled CDL rule
In this special episode of Trucksafe LIVE!, the Trucksafe team discusses the breaking news coming out of D.C. that a federal court of appeals has temporarily halted enforcement of the FMCSA’s Interim Final Rule that cracked down on the issuance of non-domiciled CDLs to foreign drivers.
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Ep. 54 - Understanding MCSAP Funding
In this episode, we tackle the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) in the wake of FMCSA's October 15, 2025, announcement withholding over $40 million in funding from California for failing to enforce federal English Language Proficiency (ELP) standards for commercial drivers. Special...
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Ep. 54 - Understanding MCSAP Funding
In this episode, we tackle the Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) in the wake of FMCSA's October 15, 2025, announcement withholding over $40 million in funding from California for failing to enforce federal English Language Proficiency (ELP) standards for commercial drivers. Special...
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Ep. 53 - Non-domiciled CDLs
In this episode, the Trucksafe team is joined by Danielle Chaffin to break down the FMCSA’s Interim Final Rule on non-domiciled CDLs and what it will mean for the industry.
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Ep. 52 - Tackling driver health & wellness
In this episode, we talk with Jeremy Reymer of Project 61 about their mission to raise the 61-year life expectancy of America’s truck drivers through proven technology and practical tools.
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Ep. 51 - Werner, DataQs & Driver Initiatives
Last week was a big one for trucking! The USDOT announced a comprehensive set of initiatives, pilot programs, and regulatory updates aimed at supporting America’s truck drivers through things like truck parking, elimination of the pending speed limiter mandate, and HOS flexibility. The Texas...
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Ep. 50 - Cargo theft & cyber threats
In this episode, we’re joined by Justin Austin, Senior VP at Aon and head of its transportation and logistics practice for the Greater Cincinnati region to discuss the ever-evolving criminal tactics associated with cyber attacks and cargo theft, which are rampaging the industry, and what fleets…
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Ep. 49 - Personal conveyance chaos
In this episode, the Trucksafe team tackles the topic of personal conveyance and the havoc it can wreak on fleet compliance metrics. We’ll also discuss the CVSA’s most recent plans to advocate for changes to PC enforcement.
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Ep. 48 - English Proficiency
In this episode, we’re joined by Matt Leffler (the Armchair Attorney) and Jack Van Steenburg (former FMCSA Chief Safety Officer) to break down President Trump’s April 28, 2025 Executive Order on English proficiency among commercial drivers. We’ll discuss the history of the issue and what fleets…
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Ep. 47 - MATS 2025 Recap
In this episode, Trucksafe’s Brandon Wiseman and Rob Carpenter, CDS., CDM/E recap their time at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, KY, including their talks on DOT compliance topics.
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Ep. 46 - High tech safety & compliance
In this episode, we’re joined John Van Nortwick, Sales Director of Safety Solutions for Drivewyze, to discuss fleet safety technologies, how they best fit into a fleet's overall compliance program, and how they interact with other safety & compliance systems.
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Ep. 45 - Key legal issues for fleets in 2025
In this episode, we’re joined by transportation attorney Tyler Biddle to discuss key legal issues impacting fleets in 2025. Tyler will address topics like transportation contracts, corporate structuring, independent contractor classification, lease agreements, broker transparency, and more!
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Ep. 44 - Year in Review & 2025 Outlook
The Trucksafe team takes a look back at 2024 and ahead to 2025, and discusses the current regulatory landscape for truck and bus companies in the U.S. We’ll give our predictions on what fleets and drivers should expect from a compliance perspective in the new year.
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Ep. 43 - Understanding FMCSA
In this episode, we’re joined by Mr. Jack Van Steenburg, founder of CMV Safety Experts, LLC and former Chief Safety Officer of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to discuss the inner workings of the FMCSA, including how it prioritizes issues to address via rulemaking, how it ushers…
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Ep. 42 - Top Industry Issues 2024
In this episode, the Trucksafe team breaks down ATRI’s recently-announced Top Industry Issues from 2024, including topics like truck parking, the economy, driver compensation, lawsuit abuse, speed limiters, and much more!
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Ep. 41 - Clearinghouse II
In this episode, we breakdown the impending implementation of FMCSA’s Clearinghouse Phase II and what it will mean for CDL drivers and their employers. We’ll also recap our recent Trucksafe Fleet Compliance Bootcamp and look ahead to future events.
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Ep. 40 - Preparing for insurance renewal & placement
In this episode, we’re joined by Brandon Minert, president of United Commercial Insurance, to offer some tips for fleets when it comes to preparing for insurance renewal and/or placement.
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Ep. 39 - Carrier safety ratings
In this episode of Trucksafe LIVE!, we’re discussing motor carrier safety fitness determinations (aka safety ratings), their importance, and how they may be radically changing if the FMCSA proceeds with its current rulemaking on the topic.
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Ep. 38 - Emerging in-cab technology
In this episode, the Trucksafe team is joined by John Van Nortwick of Drivewyze to discuss emerging in-cabtechnology for fleets and their drivers, including things like AI-driven event recorders, road condition alerts, digitalpermit books, electronic IDs, and more!
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Ep. 37 - Preparing for Roadside Inspections
In this episode, we’re joined by Master Trooper Brent Hoover of the Indiana State Police, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division to discuss International Roadcheck 2024 and what carriers and drivers can do to better prepare for roadside inspections.
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Ep. 36 - Continuing education for fleet safety teams
In this episode, the Trucksafe team discusses the importance of continuing education for fleet safety professionals and where they can best get it. We’ll also discuss Trucksafe’s own upcoming Fleet Compliance Bootcamp and how we’re helping equip fleet safety teams with cutting-edge regulatory and...
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Ep. 35 - Compliance management best practices
Trucksafe’s Brandon Wiseman and Rob Carpenter are joined by Toan Nguyen Le, co-founder of Haul, to discuss the complexities involved in managing a fleet compliance program and some best practices for doing so.
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Ep. 34 - Contractor Catastrophe
We’re joined by transportation attorney Doug Grawe of the Grawe Group to break down the Department of Labor’s Final Rule governing independent contractor status under the FLSA and what it could mean for trucking companies and owner-operators.
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Ep. 33 - What's in store for 2024?
Join us for a look back at the most significant FMCSA regulatory developments from 2023 and a look ahead to 2024 for what might be in store for regulated carriers and their drivers.
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Ep. 32 - Drug & alcohol testing misnomers, myths & lies
In this episode, we tackle some of the most common misnomers, myths & lies told in the DOT drug & alcohol testing context. We’ll try to bring some clarity to this oft-misunderstood area of DOT compliance.
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Ep. 31 - Making good impressions
We’re joined by Clara Flaherty of CarrierSource to discuss how carriers can make a good safety-related impression with customers or potential customers. We’ll hit on various safety metrics, as well as review websites.
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Ep. 30 - Tackling log falsifications
We’re joined once again by Rob Carpenter and Brian Runnels, this time to discuss log falsifications, a serious issue for many fleets and drivers. We’ll address some of the most common culprits for false logs and what carriers and drivers can do to avoid them.
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Ep. 29 - The future of DataQs
We’re joined by Rob Carpenter and Brian Runnels to discuss the FMCSA’s DataQs system and the agency’s recent proposal to stand up an independent appeals board for challenges to roadside inspection violations.
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Ep. 28 - Safety rating shakeup
Brandon & Jerad are joined by TCA’s Dave Heller to discuss the FMCSA’s advanced notice of proposed rulemaking on potential changes to carrier safety ratings, including potentially tying them to CSA scores.
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Ep. 27 - Meal and rest break shakeup!
We’re joined by transportation attorney Doug Grawe of the Grawe Group to discuss the FMCSA’s recent notice of its intent to accept waiver requests from its 2018 and 2020 determinations that CA’s and WA’s meal and rest break rules are preempted. We’ll discuss the details and what such waivers…
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Ep. 26 - The state of broker liability
In this episode, we're joined by transportation attorneys Bryan Nelson and Sophia Bernard of the Taylor Johnson law firm to discuss the current legal landscape of broker liability. We'll break down the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals recent ruling that a negligent hiring claim against a freight…
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Ep 25 - Reining in fleet safety metrics
In this episode, we address the top fleet safety metrics that motor carriers should be tracking, what they say about your fleet, and how to rein them in once they start trending in the wrong direction. Topics: CSA/SMS scores, out of service rates, ISS scores, accident rates, and more.
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Ep. 24 - When trucking regulations run amok
In this episode, we’re joined by Michael Precia, President and CEO of Fleetworthy Solutions. We’ll talk with Mike about he got involved and trucking and went on to help build one of the leading fleet compliance software and service solutions. We’ll also discuss the current regulatory landscape…
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Ep. 23 - Top telematics considerations
In this episode, we’re joined by Rob Carpenter of Carpenter Compliance, LLC to discuss the current state of fleet telematics solutions and what factors and functionality motor carriers should be taking into consideration when evaluating their options. We’ll address common use cases…
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Ep. 22 - Oral fluid testing
In this episode, we break down the USDOT’s recent rulemaking that paves the way for oral fluid testing in addition to urinalysis for DOT-mandated drug screens. We’re excited to be joined by the architect of this rule and the longest serving Director of the USDOT’s Office of Drug and Alcohol…
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Trucksafe LIVE! | Ep. 21 - When maintenance goes wrong
In this episode, we’re joined by Brian Runnels, VP of Safety for Reliance Partners to discuss the importance of a robust fleet maintenance program and the many things that can go wrong when commercial vehicles are not properly inspected and maintained. We address the 2023 International Roadcheck...
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Ep. 20 - Combatting the Reptiles (Redux)
The team at Trucksafe is joined by Alix Miller, President and CEO of the Florida Trucking Association, and Bill Kanasky Jr., Ph.D, Senior VP of Courtroom Sciences to discuss ways carriers are fighting back against the so-called reptile theory and lawsuit abuse leading to a huge uptick in nuclear...
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Ep 19 - Preparing for autonomous trucking
In this episode, Brandon & Jerad break down the current regulatory landscape for autonomous trucking, including the FMCSA’s most recent supplemental advanced notice of proposed rulemaking.
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Special Edition: FMCSA proposes significant changes to SMS
In this special edition of Trucksafe LIVE!, transportation attorney and Trucksafe President Brandon Wiseman breaks down breaking news from the FMCSA concerning proposed changes to its Safety Measurement System (SMS) and the way carriers are prioritized for enforcement.
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Ep. 17 - Where recruiting meets compliance
This month, we're joined by Jeremy Reymer, Founder and CEO of DriverReach, a modern recruiting and compliance management system top carriers use to attract, hire, and retain qualified drivers and dramatically improve speed-to-hire.
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Ep 16 - Regulatory year in review & 2023 outlook
With 2022 coming to a close, Brandon and Jerad will take a look back at the past year and highlight some of the biggest regulatory developments and trucking industry news. They'll also look forward to the new year and what's in store.
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Ep. 15 - Anatomy of a CMV Accident
This month, we're joined by Jess Stenzel of PayneWest Insurance and Brendan Morse of ARCCA to discuss the anatomy of a commercial vehicle accident, including what steps fleets and drivers should take immediately following such an accident to best protect themselves and preserve the evidence.
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Trucksafe LIVE! is a monthly live show devoted to highway safety. Join hosts and transportation attorneys Brandon Wiseman and Jerad Childress as they and their guests explore hot-button issues affecting motor carriers and their drivers like FMCSA regulations, nuclear verdicts, rising insurance costs, and much more.
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