RadioNemo Guest Interviews

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, hosts Lindsey Lawler and Jimmy Mac welcome Gary Hahn, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the National Comedy Center and the Lucy Desi Museum in Jamestown, New York. Designated by Congress as the nation’s official cultural institution dedicated to comedy, the National Comedy Center is more than a museum—it’s a living archive celebrating comedy as...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Madeline Crispell, Curator of the Chicago Maritime Museum, for a fascinating deep dive into Chicago’s overlooked maritime past and its lasting impact on American transportation, commerce, and culture. Madeline explains how Chicago became one of the busiest ports in the world during the 19th century, connecting the Great Lakes, E...

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Dave Nemo sits down with ATHS Executive Director John Gravley and Women In Trucking President & CEO Jennifer Hedrick to discuss a groundbreaking new partnership between the American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) and Women In Trucking (WIT). Together, they explore how this collaboration aims to uncover, preserve, and elevate the often-untold stories of wom...

Join Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler on Road Gang Radio as they sit down with Steve Ward, longtime paranormal researcher and expert on the Mothman legend. Steve shares his decades-long fascination with unexplained phenomena, from early UFO sightings in Michigan to the famous Mothman encounters in Point Pleasant, West Virginia in 1966. Learn about the history behind the Silver Bridge disaster, the eye...

Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler sit down with integrative veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne to discuss keeping pets happy and safe during the holiday season. Dr. Carol shares practical advice on managing holiday stress for pets, safe foods to share, plants to avoid, and how to handle parties, decorations, and travel with furry family members. She also explains how to identify signs of injury or anxiety,...

Join Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler on Road Gang Radio as they chat with rising Texas country singer-songwriter Elle Townley. Elle shares the story behind her new holiday single, “Perfect Christmas,” co-written with Steven McClintock, and talks about the inspiration to bring hope and joy during the holidays. She also teases her upcoming music video, premiering on November 21, and reflects on her jou...

Jimmy Mac talks with Courtney George, Director of Transportation and Industry Relations for Wreaths Across America. They discuss how the organization coordinates the annual tribute to veterans, the logistics of transporting and placing wreaths across the country, and ways drivers and the public can get involved in honoring those who served. Find out how you can participate in this nationwide effor...

Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler sit down with author and culture writer Erin Carlson for a fun look at classic and modern holiday movies. Erin shares why films like The Family Stone, Home Alone, and A Christmas Story stay popular year after year. She also highlights new and recent releases streaming this season, including Hot Frosty, A Merry Little Ex Mas, and Lindsay Lohan's Falling for Christmas. E...

Join Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler on Road Gang Radio as they talk with Johanna Laurent, author and founder of Positive Phrases. Johanna shares how simple words and short phrases, like “Everything is perfect,” can serve as a quick mental reset and practical tool for emotional wellness. Discover how her pocket-sized book, Everything Is Perfect, helps readers reframe stress into steadiness, worry int...

Neal E. Fischer joins Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler for a fun conversation about the movies that define the holiday season. Neal is the author of the Christmas Movie Ultimate Trivia Book, and he brings his knowledge of films like Die Hard, It’s a Wonderful Life, Home Alone, ELF, The Santa Clause, and more. He talks about how these films were made, why certain scenes became unforgettable, and the be...

Jim Hinckley joins Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler for a full conversation about the story of Route 66, the people who shaped it, and the places you should visit on your next trip. Jim talks about the highway’s history in all eight states and the places that still hold their character today. He shares details on ghost towns, long running cafes, vintage motels, and new projects that keep the road aliv...

On this edition of Nemo Nation, Jimmy Mac and Dave Nemo sit down with Scott Thompson and Ashley Blackford, hosts of Trucking with OOIDA. Scott and Ashley talk about the state of freight as 2025 wraps up. They share what they are hearing from drivers, why this freight recession keeps hanging on, and what they hope changes in 2026. They walk through the uncertainty around tariffs and how the Supreme...

On this edition of Nemo Nation, Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac talk with Land Line Managing Editor Jami Jones. Jamie brings more than two decades of trucking journalism experience to the table and gives a clear look at the stories that shaped the industry this year. Jami explains why English language proficiency enforcement and non-domiciled CDLs have become the top issues for drivers and carriers. She d...

Jimmy Mac and Dave Nemo sit down with Miss Flatbed Red to talk about her trucking-inspired artwork, online content, and unique merchandise. From calendars and prints to winter hats, greeting cards, stickers, and limited-edition sweatshirts, Red shares how she balances creating detailed truck art with staying active online. She also talks about her collaboration with DCP for the “Red’s Favorites” l...

Join Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac on Nemo Nation as they speak with Courtney George, Director of Transportation and Industry Relations for Wreaths Across America. Courtney shares insights on the driver experience, the annual wreath-laying mission, and how volunteers and truckers come together to honor and remember our veterans. She walks listeners through the Columbia Falls operations, including plant...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Ben Greenberg, President and CEO of the North Carolina Trucking Association (NCTA). Ben provides an in-depth look at the new booting law taking effect on December 1, which addresses predatory booting practices targeting commercial trucks in North Carolina. Ben explains how the law makes booting a commercial truck a misdemeanor a...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Rebecca Brewster, President and COO of the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI). Rebecca shares insights from ATRI’s 21st annual Top Industry Issues survey, highlighting the differences between national and state-level concerns. The discussion focuses on the state-specific reports for Virginia and New Jersey, revealing ho...

On this edition of Nemo Nation, Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Dean Croke, friend of the show and longtime trucking enthusiast. Dean shares how he creates his videos while on the road, using just his iPhone and a few GoPro setups, and the tips that help his social media content stand out. He gives an update on his recent trip to the UK, balancing family, fun, and business while experiencing...

On this edition of Nemo Nation, Jimmy Mac and Dave Nemo sit down with John Mahle, Senior Sales Executive at Triple T Transport and host of the Stay In Your Lane Podcast. John talks about his start at Triple T at age twenty, his years in sales and operations, and why he built a career on honesty, clear communication, and respect for drivers. He explains why accountability across the entire supply c...

Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Mike Roeth, Executive Director at NACFE, to discuss the evolving world of trucking fuels. They explore diesel’s role, the rise of renewable diesel, biodiesel, natural gas, battery-electric, and hydrogen solutions, and the challenges fleets face adopting new technologies. Mike also shares insights from NACFE’s research, including the Run on Less and Messy Middl...

Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Nicholas Isasi, logistics veteran and founder of DM Trans, to discuss hyperlocalism and innovative solutions for managing product returns. Nicholas explains how companies can reduce costs, improve sustainability, and make a positive impact on their local communities by keeping returned goods in the market they were sold. He shares lessons learned from decades...

Join Dave Nemo on Nemo Nation as he speaks with Renee Amar, Executive Director of the Louisiana Motor Transport Association. They discuss the LMTA’s recently released top 10 industry issues, including lawsuit abuse, insurance costs, truck parking, distracted driving, and more. Renee also shares insights on staged accidents, cargo theft, and how coalitions of carriers and law enforcement are workin...

Join Dave Nemo on Nemo Nation as he talks with Erica Denney, Freight Planner with the Freight Mobility & Safety Branch at the Colorado Department of Transportation. They cover must carry vs. chain laws, winter driving tips, and the popular Mountain Rules videos. Erica also shares details on the upcoming “Know Before You Haul” video series and plans for emergency truck parking during major storms....

Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler talk with author and professor Mark Peres about his new novel The Accord. The conversation looks at grief, ethics, and the rise of sentient intelligence. Mark explains how the story follows Helen Caster, a professor who forms an unlikely connection with Lyla, an AI that begins to show signs of independent moral reasoning. He shares why he wrote the book, how he balance...

Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler talk with Courtney George, Director of Transportation and Industry Relations for Wreaths Across America. Courtney joins the show from the airport as she heads north to help move thousands of wreaths for this year’s mission. She explains how she balances the intense holiday workload with time for her family, and why she made it a priority after years of missing Thanksgi...