RadioNemo Guest Interviews

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Ben Wilkens, Cybersecurity Principal Engineer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA). Ben shares his expertise on cybersecurity in the transportation industry and introduces the new Vendor Risk Assessment Framework, a tool designed for owner-operators, fleets, and transportation professionals to make sec...

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome producer, industry leader, and Louisiana film advocate Patrick Mulhearn. Patrick is the owner of Mulhearn & Associates and co-owner/CEO of Irrevocable Designee LLC, a motion picture tax credit consulting company. From helping bring blockbuster films like Oblivion, Battleship, and The Twilight Saga to Louisiana, to shapi...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Jeff Dickinson, President & CEO of RGTX and Chairman of the Freight Fraud Task Force Inc. Jeff joins the conversation to discuss the historic new partnership between the Freight Fraud Task Force Inc. (FFTF), the Transportation Loss Prevention & Security Association (TLP&SA), and USI Insurance Services — an unprecedented trifecta...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Bonehead Truckers, a long-time trucking social media creator and advocate for American truckers and their safety. Bonehead Truckers (real name Ike Stephens) has been driving since 2002 and started documenting the industry in 2010. His channel highlights real-world trucking experiences and advocates for safety and professionalism...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Chuck Snow, longtime friend of the show, volunteer for NextGen Trucking, and cohost of the Rates and Lanes podcast. Chuck shares his lifelong passion for trucking, from driving his first cabover sleeper at age 21 to founding TRAFFIX, a freight brokerage company that grew into a thriving multinational operation with over 80...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Matt Beach, President of Ten4 Recruiting, to discuss the evolving landscape of truck driver recruitment and the future of the industry. Matt shares insights on helping future drivers choose the right CDL school, navigating the current driver hiring market, and strategies for carriers to attract top talent. Outside of truck...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Eugene Mulero, senior reporter and editor at Transport Topics, to discuss the upcoming freight policy road map for Congress. Eugene shares insights on safety and efficiency programs for surface transportation, how freight groups are shaping the legislative agenda, and what it means for the trucking industry in the coming m...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Mike Roeth, Executive Director of NACFE (North American Council for Freight Efficiency), to discuss the final event of the Messy Middle “Run on Less” experiment. Mike shares insights from the study of 13 fleets using four different powertrains, highlighting efficiency strategies, lessons learned, and what this experiment m...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Jimmy Mac and Dave Nemo sit down in the FASTPORT studio with Renee Amar, Executive Director of the Louisiana Motor Transport Association (LMTA), to discuss the current state of trucking in Louisiana. Renee shares insights on insurance costs for carriers, the challenges facing the trucking industry, and how legal targeting affects operators in the state. This c...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Jana Jarvis, President & CEO of the Oregon Trucking Association (OTA), to discuss key updates and insights from the recent Special Session affecting the trucking industry in Oregon. Jana shares her perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing Oregon carriers, how public policy impacts trucking operations, and the...

Welcome to the very first episode of Post-Trip Payload Perspective with Purple Wave, a brand-new segment on Nemo Nation with hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac, alongside co-host Don Nash. This segment is brought to you by Purple Wave Auction — the trusted no-reserve equipment marketplace. Bi-weekly construction auctions provide countless opportunities to locate the perfect asset to make your job easie...

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Ben Wilkens, Cybersecurity Principal Engineer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA). Ben shares his expertise on cybersecurity in the transportation industry and introduces the new Vendor Risk Assessment Framework, a tool designed for owner-operators, fleets, and transportation professionals to make sec...

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes a special father-daughter duo dedicated to keeping International truck history alive: George and Shelby Kirkham of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. George Kirkham is the Dealer Principal of Southland International Trucks, Ltd., celebrating 40 years in business. A lifelong gearhead, he has completed 19 full frame-off restorations as part of th...

On this Road Gang Radio episode, host Jimmy Mac welcomes in-studio guest Patrick McManus, Aerospace & Defense Assistant Program Manager at NextOp Vets. Patrick brings a wealth of experience from his 20-year career in the U.S. Air Force, where he supported missions including Operation Sea Signal, Task Force Katrina, Operation Deep Freeze, and Operation Enduring Freedom. After retiring in 2011, Patr...

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler sit down with Scott Pryor — U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, award-winning artist, and one of rock’s most powerful rising voices. Born in Montana and raised across Wyoming and Indiana, Scott’s journey is fueled by grit, loss, and resilience. His debut album Wide Awake was a moving tribute to his late son Elijah, and his music continu...

Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler sit down with Ryan Pote—a former Navy helicopter pilot, federal investigator, and now bestselling thriller novelist. His debut novel Blood and Treasure is already making waves, blending high-stakes space drama with globe-trotting treasure hunting. Ryan shares: How his Navy and NASA career inspired his writing The hidden codes inside his book that unlock bonus content o...

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes back Kathy Fulton, Executive Director of the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN). Kathy returns to finish the important conversation we started last time—this time with no technical hiccups. She shares the latest on ALAN’s role in disaster response and recovery, the challenges facing businesses and communities in the 2025 hurricane seas...

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler sit down with David Cravit and Larry Wolf, cofounders of SuperAging Inc. and the SuperAging News Network, to discuss their groundbreaking movement on redefining what it means to grow older. Their new release, The SuperAging Workbook, builds on the success of their book SuperAging: Getting Older Without Getting Old — and offers...

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler chat with Mike Michaels, the creative mind behind The Eureka Room — a 100-square-foot boutique immersive experience in Austin, Texas that’s equal parts absurd, hilarious, and unforgettable. At The Eureka Room, small groups follow video-led activities filled with light, sound, and playful surprises. No puzzles, no scares, no tec...

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Casuarina “CJ” Smith, better known as Trucking with CJ. An Australian road train driver, content creator, and industry advocate, CJ has spent years driving some of the biggest trucks in the world across the remote outback. CJ shares what life behind the wheel looks like Down Under, her content journey, and what she hopes Americans are mos...

On this week’s edition of Education Station, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Walter Grigg, Director of Industry Partnerships at Torc Robotics, to explore how industry leaders are preparing and training the next generation of professional drivers. As advancements in autonomous trucking and transportation technology accelerate, training and education become even more critical. Walter shares insights from hi...

Road Gang Radio with host Jimmy Mac welcomes Mike Roeth, Executive Director of the North America Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), to talk about Run on Less – The Messy Middle and Penske’s role in this year’s real-world demonstration of alternative powertrains in trucking. The Messy Middle is a time when fleets are choosing from a variety of powertrain solutions: diesel, natural gas, battery...

On this week’s edition of Highway to Health on Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Dr. Julie Gatza (GAT-za like CAT-za with a hard G) — a Nutrition Expert, Health Educator, Chiropractic Physician, and Founder of Florida’s Wellness Institute. Instagram:   / drjuliehealthyvibes  Learn more: http://www. NaturesSources.com If you find yourself losing focus, forgetting what you were doing, or feel...

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Leonard Aberman and Jeff Cohen, the creators and hosts of the Baseball and BBQ Podcast. They dive into: How Baseball and BBQ first started Their growth as podcasters The secrets behind booking their guests Milestone episodes and memorable moments About the Guests: Leonard and Jeff have been through thick and thin together since first meet...

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler sit down with Lucas Meek; Front of House Audio Engineer, Production Manager, Consultant, author, and founder of The Efficient Hustle. Lucas brings a unique perspective, bridging the worlds of touring, transportation, and aviation. With a Class A CDL, a family history in trucking, and a career managing tours across all 50 states...