Driver Stories

Welcome to Episode 30 of Driver Stories! I’m your host, Pam Spaccarotella. This episode features Brittany Jackson, an owner operator on our anhydrous ammonia team. At just 28 years old, Brittany has already built an impressive career in trucking. We’ll talk about what it’s like being a woman in a male-dominated industry, making the change from company driver to owner operator, and the responsibili...

Welcome to Episode 29 of Driver Stories! On this episode, Pam sits down with Tammy Rix, Classroom Instructor, Joseph Sayles, Safety Manager, and Michael Standring, Training Director, to talk about what new drivers can expect from the moment they apply, through orientation and out on the road. This episode is packed with helpful insight straight from the people guiding drivers through their first s...

Welcome to the 28th episode of Driver Stories! In honor of Women's History Month, Pam sits down with two of our female drivers – owner operator Sherrie Brown and local driver Kari Miner. Together they discuss life behind the wheel as women in a male-dominated industry — the challenges, the memorable runs, and the moments that shaped their careers. Happy Women's History Month! For more information...

Welcome to the 27th episode of Driver Stories! As a veteran-owned company, Veterans Day is very important here at LGT. In this special episode, Pam chats with Corrina Freels, Log Auditor, and Michael Standring, our Training Director, about their time in the Air Force. They share some funny stories and memorable experiences from their time on the force, some similar and others very unique. For more...

Welcome to the 26th episode of Driver Stories! In this episode, Pam sits down with Brian Harris, Tractor Maintenance Manager, and Steve Ray, Maintenance Specialist and Inside Shop Manager, to discuss all things maintenance. With years of experience both behind the wheel and in the shop, Brian and Steve offer valuable insight into how drivers can better communicate issues, what makes maintenance ru...

Welcome to the 25th episode of Driver Stories! In this special episode, Pam sits down with Sergeant Matt Ramsey of the Nebraska State Patrol and Todd Donnelly, Safety Clerk at LGT and former Nebraska State Patrol officer, to discuss DOT inspections, safety, and staying compliant. With years of law enforcement and safety experience between them, Matt and Todd offer a unique look at both sides of th...

Welcome to the 24th episode of Driver Stories and our first episode of 2025! Today's special guest is Jo Denson, our terminal manager in South Carolina. We'll hear about Jo’s time in the Navy, his love for trucking, and his journey to becoming a terminal manager. We'll also listen to a special shoutout from one of the drivers he’s worked with along the way!

In this special episode of Driver Stories, Pam Spaccarotella sits down with Christian Spaccarotella, the president of Lawson Cryogenic Manufacturing & Repair, to discuss Lawson's beginnings, what sets it apart in the world of cryogenic trailers, and insights on Lawson's exciting journey ahead!  Want to learn more about Lawson Cryogenic ? Visit lawsoncryogenic.com Follow us on social media: Faceboo...

In this episode of Driver Stories, Brittany Spaccarotella sits down with Pam, the founder and CEO of LGT, to talk about the early days, those who supported her along the way, and share some fond memories. Want to learn more about LGT? Visit lgttransport.com  Follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter YouTube

Welcome to another episode of Driver Stories! Our special guest is Bernard Wells, a driver trainer with 37 years of experience in the industry. In this episode, Pam sits down with Bernard to learn more about his background in the industry, advice for new truck drivers, and discuss what being a driver trainer entails. For more information about LGT Transport, visit our website at lgttransport.com ....

Welcome to the 20th episode of Driver Stories! In this episode, Pam speaks with two special guests, Harold McKinney and Scot Barney. Harold recruited Scot ten years ago, and today they are here to talk about the early days of LGT and reminisce on some of their favorite memories from the road.  To learn more about LGT and read truck driver safety tips from Scot Barney on our blog, please visit our...

Welcome to another episode of Driver Stories! Our special guest is Debbie Stengel, one of LGT's first employees. In this episode, Pam and Debbie talk about LGT's humble beginnings, Debbie's weekly "love letters," and some of the challenges with billing.    Want to learn more about LGT?  Visit lgttransport.com  Follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter YouTube

Welcome to the 17th episode of Driver Stories! Today we bring to you two veterans of the cryogenic and transportation industry, Steve Myers and Donnie Stevens. Listen in on a wide range of topics including the dangers of using a cellphone while driving, the hardest part of training others to haul CO2, understanding pressure, the importance of signage and paperwork, the most difficult aspects of ha...

Welcome to the 16th episode of Driver Stories! We have another exciting one as we talk the pros and cons of Team Driving and the ins and outs of being on the road during Winter weather. We'll touch on chains, black ice, and share some helpful tips for keeping the Pony Motor running in the cold. But that's not all, we'll also chat about famous mountain passes, the cryogenic industry, what's it's li...

Welcome to the 15th episode of Driver Stories! This is an exciting one as Pam and Melvin talk the pros and cons of Technology in trucking and how it relates to safety. It's changing the industry big time from advanced telematics to dash cameras to automated driving. Today we get the perspective from a driver, Melvin Vogt, as to what he thinks of these big changes and the future of technology in tr...

A lot of people wonder how drivers can stay healthy while they’re out on the road, so on this episode, Pam decided to catch up with one of LGT's team drivers, Natacha Istre. Natacha and her and her husband have been finding ways to stay healthy and active while they’re out delivering for weeks on end. Find out their secrets by listening in!   For more information about LGT Transport, visit our web...

A lot of truck drivers wonder what the next step in their career is. Well LGT's Royce Hamilton is here today to share how he's grown from a Company Driver, to an Owner Operator, and now to the Terminal Manager of LGT's new Baytown, Texas Facility. Royce has been in the industry most of his adult life, and has been around the block a time or two. Don't miss this latest episode!   To learn more abou...

Being a trucker's spouse isn't for everyone. Trials and challenges come with the job, and sometimes it often leaves drivers and their partners feeling alone. On this episode, Pam Spaccarotella sits down with not a driver, but Charmaine Moore who is married to one of LGT's drivers. Charmaine tells her story of how her family chose to become an over the road driver, and what it's been like ever sinc...

It's our Holiday special episode! Join host, Pam Spaccarotella and her kids share their favorite Christmas traditions and funny stories of the holiday over the years. We know not everyone gets to spend time with their family, so we wanted to bring a piece of home to you.  From everyone at LGT Transport and Driver Stories, Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!   Stay in Touch! Follow our other channe...

Being a truck driver is a difficult task, as many drivers will tell you. Our guest, LGT Driver Ed Ryan has been in the truck driving industry most of his life, experiencing both ups and downs throughout his career. This episode, Ed tells us about some of the life-changing events he's gone through as a trucker, and how he managed to move forward.    Want more information?  visit lgttransport.com  F...

How are Drivers doing throughout the holiday season? LGT Driver, Montez Bellamy gives his input with the current truck driver atmosphere, and talks about how he gets through. Montez also shares his favorite family traditions that he loves to do during the Thanksgiving holiday.    Want more info? Visit lgttransport.com  Follow us on social media! Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube

New to the trucking industry? Abe's been in the trucking industry for over 20 years, and he's gone from industry to industry. Listen in as he tells us what trucking was like during the pandemic, some advice he has for newer truck drivers, and why he ultimately chose the cryogenic industry.    Follow us on social media!  Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter YouTube

Get ready to be spooked! We have a very scary podcast episode today just in time for Halloween. This time, Pam sits down with experienced driver and driver trainer, Bruce Pritcher and tell the most popular and horrifying trucker urban legends and superstitions. Take a listen, if you dare! Have any scary stories yourself? Send them in and we'll share them! Email them to contact@lgttransport.com. Fo...

For this episode, we get to know two team drivers, Gerald Schasteen and Becky Grantham.  They recount the many stories and experiences they've gone through together since becoming a team and what being a team driver for 25 years is really like. From a waterfall of elk to a stubborn crocodile, these two have seen a lot. There are upsides and downsides of being a driver, and Gerald and Becky tell al...

This week we sit down with a man who's been everywhere. Driver Stories chats with LGT driver, Al Washington. Al's traveled across the globe but decided trucking was his passion. He opens up about his experiences since he's become a Hazmat driver, sharing what his routine is like day-to-day.    If you're a driver looking for a career change, apply to drive with LGT!  Visit Website Make sure to foll...