Cards With Juice

Talking Truck Podcast – Fuel Surcharge Explained Ever wonder what a fuel surcharge is and why it matters? In this episode of the Talking Truck Podcast , we break it down in simple terms. Learn what a fuel surcharge is, how it's calculated, why it's charged, and how it helps carriers manage fluctuating diesel prices. Whether you're a truck driver, owner-operator, fleet owner, dispatcher...

Katie from Nomad Mattress joins the show this week. Long days behind the wheel deserve better nights behind the bunk curtain. In this episode, we dive into why getting quality sleep is one of the most important investments a truck driver can make. We take a closer look at Nomad Mattress and how it’s changing life on the road with comfort, support, and better rest designed specifically for truckers...

What does it take to haul reefer trailers? What goes on behind the scenes? How important is reefer hauling in Canada? How do MPG and I end up talking about Love Island? This Is Talking Truck !!

Talking Truck Podcast – Is Canada Really Facing a Truck Driver Shortage? Canada's trucking industry has been talking about a driver shortage for years—but what's really behind the headlines? In this episode of the Talking Truck Podcast , we explore the facts, separate myth from reality, and discuss the key challenges facing the industry. We dive into the impact of an aging workforce, chang...

Gordie is back to Talk Truck. He shares some tips on how to optimize fuel economy with an automatic truck. We discuss the state of the trucking industry in 2026 and why he is feeling optimistic during a downturn economy. This Is Talking Truck!!

20 Things Drivers do that drive veteran truckers CRAZY! MPG is back this episode to explain what drivers should and should not do while out on the road! We might even give our thoughts on trucker posts on social media. This is Talking Truck!!

Fuel prices are out of control. Cost per mile. What your fuel mileage really is. What to do to save money on every trip. What you are doing to waste money. What you need to do to survive the rising fuel costs. This week we break down everything FUEL. This Is Talking Truck!!

Eating healthy on the road is not easy. It takes incredible discipline to replace that late night burger and fries for some avocado and cottage cheese. This week we break it down with some tips to make life on the road a little healthier. Peel an orange, put your feet up and let’s get fit! This Is Talking truck!!

The great debate. Old school versus new school. Manual versus Automatic. Which is better? MPG joins the show again this week to discuss all things transmissions. We discuss the pros and cons, the ups and downs and everything in between. Do we actually come to a conclusion? Not very likely, but we have some laughs as we try. We might even teach each other a thing or two. This is Talking Truck!

The time away from home is hard on both the driver and the ones left behind. This week is a message for the spouses. The ones who support those that are gone. The ones that keep the pieces of life together while the truckers keep the wheels turning. This is Talking Talk!

Talking Truck sits down with Kevin Awde in Boucherville Quebec. Kevin is a driver recruiter with Scotlynn. What goes on at a job fair? Why are job fairs beneficial to the company and the driver? Kevin answers those questions and much more. This is Talking Truck!

Who makes a good Owner Operator? Who makes a bad Owner Operator? This week Matt ‘MPG’ Galan joins the show to talk all things truck, nicknames and old school GPS systems. This Is Talking Truck!

You want to be an Owner Operator. You feel you are ready for the next chapter of your trucking career. You are ready to own a truck. This week Matt “Miles To The Gallon” Galan joins the show to discuss truck ownership. We share what it takes to be a successful owner. This is Talking Truck!

Driver recruiter Kevin, joins the show this week. He shares his vast knowledge of the trucking industry. We talk all things trucking, recruiting and how not to work a copy machine! This Is Talking Truck!

The man, the legend, trucking son of a gun. Gordie joins us this week to talk everything truck. What it takes to make it. What it takes to not make it. Why Gordie is the happiest truck driver in the country. Sit back, relax and get ready for no holds barred conversation. This is Talking Truck!

On Episode 2 of Talking Truck we sit down for a short conversation with Wendy Carter. Director of safety for Scotlynn for over 3 decades. Wendy explains how safety is prioritized at Scotlynn. What measures she takes to keep drivers safe and what is the one thing she would change about safety in the trucking industry.

Joining us is a Scotlynn Driver Consultant, Matt “ MPG” Galan . He works directly with drivers every day, helping them navigate opportunities, expectations, and what it really takes to succeed on the road with a top-tier carrier. This is Talking Truck!

Trailer