RadioNemo Guest Interviews

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome Nashville-based songwriting duo The Prickly Pair — Irene Greene & Mason Summit. Fresh off the release of their harmony-filled single “Winsome Lose Some Game”, Irene & Mason talk about their journey from a USC songwriting class to becoming a couple, moving to Nashville, and now preparing to release their self-produced de...

Road Gang Radio welcomes Mike McHorse, NACFE’s Director of Industry Engagement, to talk about the Run on Less – Messy Middle. This fall, 13 fleets are taking part in NACFE’s real-world demonstration designed to bring clarity to long-haul trucking’s future. With diesel, natural gas, battery-electric, and hydrogen fuel cell powertrains all in play, fleets are exploring efficiency in unique ways. In...

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac talks with Dr. Chrislyn Wood Nicholson (Dr. Wood), Poultry Specialist and Veterinary Medical Officer with USDA APHIS Veterinary Services. From city rooftops to suburban backyards, more than 11 million Americans now raise chickens, ducks, or geese. But with fall bird migration underway, the threat of avian influenza (bird flu) is on the rise. Dr. W...

Road Gang Radio host Jimmy Mac sits down with Erica Denney, Freight Planner with the Colorado Department of Transportation’s Freight Mobility & Safety Branch, to discuss winter driving safety and the Colorado Chain Law that goes into effect Monday, September 1. Truckers traveling through Colorado’s mountain corridors are required to carry and use tire chains under certain conditions. Erica shares...

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac sits down with Charles Lachman, acclaimed author and executive producer of Inside Edition, to discuss his latest book: Codename Nemo: The Hunt for a Nazi U-Boat and the Elusive Enigma Machine Two days before D-Day, the course of World War II shifted forever. The U.S. Navy’s Task Group 22.3 captured Nazi submarine U-505, its crew, and its Enigma ma...

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler sit down with SaulPaul, a GRAMMY-nominated artist, TEDx speaker, and community advocate. Known as a “Musician with a Message,” SaulPaul discusses how he is transforming lives through music, mentorship, and career education programs. Highlights from the interview: Million Dollar Dreams Tour: Creating career pathways for opportun...

Step into the golden age of Hollywood with this special interview on Road Gang Radio, hosted by Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler, as they welcome legendary actress and entertainer Ruta Lee. Ruta opens up about her remarkable career on stage and screen, her lifelong friendships with icons like Lucille Ball, George Burns, Debbie Reynolds, Roy Rogers, Audrey Hepburn, and the Rat Pack, and her work with T...

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Abbigail Huffman, Research Analyst at the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI). Abbigail joins us to discuss ATRI’s latest report, Evolving Truck Driver Demographics: Issues and Opportunities. This research provides fresh insights into the makeup of today’s trucking workforce and highlights opportunities for the future of the...

What would inspire a couple to walk 12,000 miles across all 50 states?  Meet Paige & Torin Rouse, the Walking America Couple, as they join Road Gang Radio hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler to share their mission, mindset, and the lessons they’ve learned on the road. Their journey is about more than walking—it’s about proving that with the right perspective, you can find contentment in nearly any...

Join host Jimmy Mac on Revolution Road as he welcomes acclaimed historian and author Ray Raphael, associate editor for the Journal of the American Revolution. For over three decades, Raphael has researched primary sources from the founding era, uncovering the vital role of everyday people and challenging myths that have shaped our patriotic past. In this segment, he discusses: Why the Constitution...

Jimmy Mac welcomes Ken North of NACFE to Road Gang Radio to discuss the upcoming Run on Less – Messy Middle, NACFE’s real-world demonstration showcasing 13 fleets exploring multiple powertrain solutions. This week’s spotlight: Kleysen Group, one of the participants preparing to run routes with alternative power options. Ken shares insights into: What Kleysen Group is deploying and why. Their route...

Road Gang Radio host Jimmy Mac sits down with Jay Stephenson, North American Training Leader for Fleetguard, to dive into the science, technology, and trust behind heavy-duty engine filtration. Fleetguard, a brand of Atmus Filtration Technologies, has been at the forefront of developing the best filter media to keep engines running cleaner, longer. Jay shares the history of Fleetguard, the evoluti...

In this episode of Education Station on Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Carl Stebbins, President of New England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS), and Mike Demars, Corporate Director of Safety and Training. For over 60 years, NETTTS has been training professional truck drivers across the New England region, preparing nearly 4,000 CDL students per year. As founding members of CVTA,...

This week on Road Gang Radio, hosts Lindsay Lawler and Jimmy Mac welcome Louise Sacco, the delightfully titled Permanent Acting Interim Executive Director of the Museum of Bad Art (MOBA). MOBA is the world’s only museum dedicated to the collection, exhibition, and celebration of bad art in all its forms. From laugh-out-loud paintings to puzzling creative choices, MOBA curates work that is “too bad...

On this special edition of Nemo Nation, host Jimmy Mac welcomes a packed studio of filmmakers behind the short film Ada and the Doc, a chilling, true-crime drama based on the infamous 1927 Louisiana case of Ada LeBoeuf and Dr. Thomas Dreher. The project, written and directed by Matison LeBlanc, explores themes of women’s roles in society, corruption, and small-town gossip. Fresh off screenings at...

On this edition of Highway to Health on Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Dr. Ben Kligler, Executive Director for the Office of Patient Centered Care and Cultural Transformation at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Dr. Kligler shares insights on the importance of relationships—family, friends, co-workers, and even pets—as one of the 8 components of the Circle of Health. Discover how...

Hosts Jimmy Mac & Lindsay Lawler sit down with Miki Sudo — the world’s top female competitive eater and 11-time undefeated Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest champion. Miki opens up about her life as a competitive eater, balancing motherhood, dental hygiene school, and her career in the world of Major League Eating. She shares insights on what it takes to hold multiple world records, the minds...

On this edition of Road Gang Radio, hosts Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler welcome rising neo-traditional country artist Waylon Hanel. The 23-year-old Michigan native has quickly built a devoted fan base with his down-to-earth style, bold live performances, and textured vocals that blend outlaw country, blues, and southern rock. Waylon joins us to share the story behind his latest single, “Tow Truck D...

Jay Hosty has been listening to Dave Nemo’s show since he was a teenager, back when Dave was the Road Gang weekend guy. Now, decades later, Jay has gone from devoted listener to one of the most celebrated drivers in trucking. In this Nemo Nation interview, Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with 2025 Citizen Driver Award honoree and Overdrive’s 2024 Trucker of the Year, Jay Hosty. Jay shares his jou...

Nemo Nation welcomes Jana Jarvis, President & CEO of the Oregon Trucking Association, to talk with Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac about the latest policy moves shaping trucking in Oregon. Last week, OTA secured an agreement from the Governor to include language in the Special Session transportation bill that will modernize Oregon’s system of taxing trucking. Next week, lawmakers kick off the Special Sess...

Nemo Nation welcomes Kevin Hawley, President & CEO of the Wyoming Trucking Association (WTA), to talk trucking in the Cowboy State with Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac. Fresh off the Rocky Mountain Regional Safety Rendezvous in Cody, WY, Kevin shares insights from safety professionals and CMV law enforcement across five states (WY, MT, ID, UT, CO).  Key topics included: Towing issues in Wyoming Blowovers...

Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac sit down with Mike McHorse, Director of Industry Engagement at the North America Council of Freight Efficiency (NACFE), to discuss Schneider’s participation in this fall’s Run on Less – Messy Middle. This real-world demonstration features 13 fleets exploring a variety of powertrain solutions, including: Diesel Battery-electric Natural gas Hydrogen fuel cells Talking points...

Jimmy Mac and Dave Nemo welcome Evelyn Carriere, disaster recovery and hazard mitigation professional, to Nemo Nation. Evelyn shares her firsthand experiences helping rural communities in Texas during Hurricane Harvey and other disasters, emphasizing how trucking and logistics are the backbone of effective relief efforts. Topics covered in the interview include: Growing up in Wharton County, Texas...

Jimmy Mac and Dave Nemo welcome Jane Jazrawy to a special edition of The Future Was Yesterday on Nemo Nation. In this episode, they explore the best science fiction movies of all time and what makes them iconic. Topics covered include: Sub-categories of Sci-Fi: Best predictions of the future (like Wall-E and Minority Report) Best aliens and zombies Best franchise Best tech gadgets Listener interac...