The Oakley Podcast

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Previewing the episode with Ashley and Jamie (0:54) Discussion on Challenges Wives Face (1:46) The Importance of Support Systems (3:06) Personal Introductions for Ashley and Jamie (6:03) Daily Life as a Spouse (8:20) Handling Emergencies (10:50) Support Networks Among Wives (11:25) Financial Management as Owner Operators (13:29) Respect for Truck Drivers...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Previewing this week’s episode (0:48) Fred’s background and journey at Oakley (2:55) Significance of inland waterways in transportation (6:06) Explanation of waterways and their significance (7:34) Fred’s personal background and family (9:28) Expanding role at Oakley (12:14) Improvements needed in the waterway system (15:12) Efforts to secure funding for...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Aaron's background and journey back to Oakley (2:05) Aaron's experience with a different venture (7:17) The decision to return to Oakley (17:27) Aaron’s truck getting stolen (19:31) Insurance lesson and returning to work (22:17) Lessons learned (25:10) Final thoughts and takeaways (26:10) Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company he...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Looking ahead at today’s episode (0:54) Introduction to bagging facilities (1:20) Sponsorship appreciation: LubeZone and Arrow Truck Sales (2:15) Introducing of Dustin and Mike (3:52) History and operations of Beebe facility (7:33) Acquisition and operations of Foristell facility (12:59) Product formulation and market reach (16:19) Transportation logisti...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Joe’s Background and Journey to Oakley (1:06) Reminders About 2290s for Drivers (4:10) Maintenance Week for Joe (5:13) From Construction to Driving (7:16) Friendships and Support at Oakley (12:31) Mentoring New Owner-Operators (17:29) Discussion About the Different Divisions at Oakley (18:49) Recruiting Others to Oakley and Trucking (20:13) Essential Too...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Previewing Today’s Show with Benny and Dennis (1:01) Important Update on 2290s and using the website (4:36) Spreading the word about the podcast (8:10) Early days of working with Bruce Oakley (13:24) Experiences in the early days of the company (19:36) Bruce's early work and ventures (22:26) Expansion and development (24:02) Involvement in the business (...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Introduction of Today’s Episode with Damoni Gunter (0:12) Update on 2290s from Oakley (1:040) Damoni's Background and Transition to Oakley (5:06) Transitioning to Oakley and Truck Purchase (9:08) Discussion about Damoni’s New Truck (11:14) Truck Trade Process (12:06) Challenges of Being an Owner-Operator (14:32) Pros and Cons of Hopper Division (17:36) S...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Tony's Journey to Oakley (1:31) Buying a Truck and Starting at Oakley (3:00) Highlights of Tony's Time at Oakley (9:13) Relationship with Dispatchers (11:34) Family-Like Atmosphere at Oakley (18:24) Attitude Towards Safety and Cameras (00:19:29) The importance of safe driving (20:25) Making money and company support (22:16) Future plans and new opportuni...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Chuck’s background in trucking (1:14) The transition to Oakley (2:01) Experience as a truck driver and reasons for staying in the industry (3:31) Transition to the pneumatic division (8:29) First load to Canada and experiences at the border (10:43) Running loads to Canada and preferences for crossing points (12:57) Logistics of running loads to Canada (1...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Introduction of Robert and Truckers Final Mile (1:26) Robert’s personal experience leading to the founding of Trucker’s Final Mile (5:35) Programs and assistance provided by Trucker’s Final Mile (8:34) Organization and volunteers of Trucker’s Final Mile (11:58) Efficiency in providing assistance to families and drivers in need (12:25) Limitations and cos...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Ben’s military background and journey in trucking (1:39) The decision to move to Arkansas (10:10) The importance of spousal support (13:52) Challenges of being an owner-operator (17:07) Ben’s sister and her work in trucking (18:05) The first steps into the trucking world (21:20) Support and partnership in trucking (22:14) Benefits and challenges at Oakle...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: John’s background in Trucking and Work with Good News Distribution (2:58) The ministry of GND (4:47) Distribution of needed materials to Truckers (5:54) Distribution Networks and Partnerships (7:26) The impact of Bible distribution on Truckers (9:34) Collaboration with Cry Mission (11:05) Partnership with Gideons and Bible App Cards (14:06) Supporting Go...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Introduction of Co-Host Megan (2:00) Megan's experience at Oakley (3:23) Jason’s background in trucking (7:38) From criminal justice to truck driving (9:54) Jason's experience as an owner-operator at Oakley (16:29) Stability of work at Oakley Trucking (18:32) Work-life Balance (21:41) Truck Driver's Role in the Economy and Society (24:00) Final thoughts...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Troy’s background in truckingMeeting Troy Austin (1:24) Starting the TalkCDL Podcast (2:46) Family and trucking legacy (4:10) Content creation and motivation (6:41) Promoting the podcast on Facebook (11:37) Networking and sponsors (14:41) Finding and creating content (16:13) Audience engagement and improvement (19:29) The importance of quality content (1...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Welcome from MATS (0:58) History and benefits of Gulf Coast Filters (2:30) Steve's background and early experiences with Gulf Coast Filters (5:11) Transition of leadership at Gulf Coast Filters (9:25) Purpose and function of Gulf Coast Filters (13:16) Mounting and placement of filters (15:38) Effectiveness and impact of Gulf Coast Filters (17:37) Extende...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: The significance of Iowa 80 and the Mid-America Truck Show (2:05) Introduction of Heather and Lee and the history of Iowa 80 (3:44) Bill Moon's vision and contributions to trucking (4:38) Moon's background and passion for trucking (9:25) The Iowa 80 Truckers Jamboree (12:02) Lee’s experiences growing up at Iowa 80 (14:16) The Iowa 80 Trucking Museum (17:...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: LIVE from Mid America Truck Show (0:35) Megan's First Truck Show Experience (2:56) Pittsburgh Power Products and Services (6:37) Improving Diesel Fuel Quality (10:51) Personal Experience with Pittsburgh Power Products (13:45) Tuning Semi Trucks for Fuel Efficiency (15:27) Cleaning Diesel Particulate Filters (18:58) Pittsburgh Power's Origins (19:44) The...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Coming to You LIVE from MATS (1:09) Introducing New Co-Host Megan Cummings (2:09) Rich and Howes Products (3:40) The Legacy of Howes (4:40) Discussion on Diesel Additives (7:43) Howes Hall of Fame (12:50) Availability of Howes Products (16:38) Howes Products' Reward Program (17:19) The importance of customer service (18:05) The Future of Howes Products (...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Oakley Update: Truck Trades Process (2:18) Introduction of Brock and Scott from Arrow Truck Sales (5:14) The Evolution and Stability of Arrow Truck Sales (11:31) In-house financing and customer support (16:28) Current state of the truck market (18:47) Challenges in Truck Buying (21:39) Strategic Decision-making (22:30) Arrow’s Expansion and Operations (2...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: The Mid-America Truck Show (MATS) (0:39) Oakley’s perspective on the event (4:22) History of MATS (5:53) Preparation for the show (9:02) Reasons for attending (14:24) Location and events (16:29) Truck championship at MATS (20:00) Oakley's presence at the show (22:32) Recording podcasts at the show (25:30) Truck parking and shuttle service (27:22) Enterta...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Upcoming Event: Serving the Folks at Port 33 (2:08) Meeting Mike and Maleah (4:51) Transition from Farming to Trucking (5:33) How Mike and Maleah met and Got Married (6:11) Mentorship and Trucking Success (10:26) Transition to Oakley Trucking (11:55) Truck Upgrade and Living in Florida (13:33) Importance of Partner Support in Trucking (17:06) Awareness a...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Hal’s background in transportation and work at PrePass (3:02) History and purpose of PrePass (5:28) How PrePass Works (6:05) The impact of PrePass on highway safety and traffic flow (7:30) State scoring system and bypass rates for carriers (9:23) PrePass reaching 1 billion successful bypasses (12:07) Geofencing technology in mobile bypass sites (14:33) I...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Andreya’s background and passion for caring for her patients (1:27) The importance of mental health (3:00) The impact of the pandemic on mental health (6:08) Recognition of mental health issues (8:29) Seeking help and mental health services (12:34) Challenges faced by truck drivers (14:08) The importance of physical activity (16:47) Recognizing the need...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Troy’s background and experience in trucking (2:36) From logging to owner-operator (4:28) Troy’s Investment in his truck (5:22) Safety and law enforcement experience (10:57) Life as an owner-operator at Oakley (11:43) Challenges and commitment to safety (13:31) Financial management and dedication to the company (17:20) Balancing work and family life (18:...

Key topics in today’s conversation include: Introducing Josh, Lucas and Lee (1:21) Highlighting the operations of Port 33 (2:12) History and Growth of Port 33 (6:10) Significance and Capabilities of Port 33 (7:31) Barge Loading and Unloading (12:21) Unique Operations at Port 33 (16:41) Products Offered at Port 33 (19:29) Impact of the 2019 Flood (22:20) Recovery and Adaptation (24:39) Port 33 Sout...