Terminal Exchange

What would you do if you noticed your fellow driver was in danger — and no one else knew? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, drivers Doyle Chester and Sergio Cortez share the remarkable story of how Sergio helped save Doyle's life after Doyle suffered a stroke while on the road. After experiencing weakness and loss of motor function on his left side, Doyle managed to pull into a truck stop in L...

What does it take to walk away from the job you love — and fight your way back? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, Sloan Montana, a driver at Nussbaum Transportation, shares how a sleep apnea diagnosis forced him off the road and how he lost 120 pounds, trained five hours a day, and rebuilt his mindset to earn his way back behind the wheel. Sloan also reflects on growing up without his father —...

What does it take to become an excellent truck driver—not just pass the test? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, Cory Adams, Senior Instructional Administrator at Nussbaum Transportation, shares the story behind writing CDL Exam for Dummies and his passion for developing skilled, safety focused drivers. Cory explains how he was approached by Wiley Publishing to author the book and spent 8–9 mon...

In this episode of Terminal Exchange, Jason shares his remarkable journey from being called to preach at age 16, to pastoring a thriving church for 11 years, transitioning into barbering during COVID, and ultimately becoming a flatbed truck driver with Nussbaum Transportation. In this inspiring exchange, Jason reflects on the twists and turns of his calling—how ministry, barbering, and trucking ea...

What does it take to reinvent your life—and chase a completely new path? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, Nussbaum driver Mike Spitzer shares his extraordinary journey from 18 years as a professional chef to becoming an over-the-road truck driver. In his culinary career, Mike cooked at high-end resorts and hotels, prepared meals for presidents including Barack Obama, served members of Congres...

How well do you really know the people you work with? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, our President and CEO—Bill Wettstein and Brent Nussbaum —sit down for a personal, reflective, and often humorous conversation after nearly 25 years of working together. The format is a relaxed, get-to-know-you interview where Bill and Brent ask each other everything from lighthearted questions about hobbies...

What can we learn from a lifetime spent on the road—and the people you meet along the way? In this episode of Terminal Exchange, we celebrate the retirement of Steve Mallory, who wraps up eight years at Nussbaum Transportation after a long and remarkable career in the trucking industry. Steve reflects on his journey that began in the late 1970s, starting as a young truck driver learning the ropes...

What does Christmas really mean? According to Scripture, it’s about the incarnation—God becoming human in Jesus Christ. In this message, Chaplain Jim Revelle explores the profound significance of the incarnation and how it connects to our everyday struggles. Drawing from his father’s World War II combat trauma and the way veterans bond through shared experience, Jim explains how Jesus relates to h...

How can gratitude transform your perspective—even in the hardest times? In this Thanksgiving message, Jim Revelle, a chaplain serving Nussbaum Transportation through Corporate Chaplains of America, shares powerful stories of faith, resilience, and thankfulness. Jim begins with a personal account of his father’s World War II experience—being rescued from a sinking ship after a kamikaze attack—and d...

According to The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey, success isn’t just about achievement, it’s about character and purpose. Covey outlines seven timeless habits that help individuals lead with clarity, integrity, and impact. In today’s exchange Dustin Huber, Director of Business Analytics at Nussbaum, shares his personal journey with Nussbaum and explores how these princi...

What makes Disney World so magical? Shelby will tell you—like most extraordinary productions, there’s a LOT going on behind the curtain. Disney Parks continue to dominate global rankings, holding eight spots in the Top 10 Most Visited Parks. According to the TEA/AECOM Global Attractions Report, Magic Kingdom welcomed 18.2 million visitors in 2024. Micky & Minnie must be doing something right!...

How can you become an ideal coworker? According to The Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni, you must cultivate three key virtues. In the fable, Lencioni tells the story of Jeff Shanley, a leader desperate to save his uncle’s company by restoring its cultural commitment to teamwork. Jeff and his fellow executives must crack the code on which virtues define a real team player—and then build a cult...

What’s the key to thriving in the workplace? According to The Six Types of Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni, it’s more than just doing a good job. Working Genius is a powerful tool for understanding ourselves and how we work with others. It helps us discover the stages of work that bring joy and fulfillment—and the ones that leave us feeling drained or burned out. In today’s exchange, Doug Bradl...

When you hear words like “hire” or “interview,” what comes to mind? Maybe a nervous applicant fielding questions about their experience—or your own first time in the hot seat. But have you ever wondered what’s going through the interviewer’s mind? Turns out, they’re nervous too—and trying to discern one of the most important decisions any organization can make. In this episode, we sit down with Ri...

“God found me at my worst possible time….. cause He loves [doing] that.” James Fry is living proof that our past doesn’t have to define us. Though he’s walked many dark valleys, James has become a light for others, eagerly pointing them to a relationship with God. And as a Professional Driver and Road Captain for Nussbaum, he’s helping new drivers find their way….he knows what it’s like to feel lo...

Oh, to be kids again. Jerrid Knight and James Grier have fond memories of boxing matches, wrestling tournaments, snowball fights—the wholesome fun that brothers enjoy. They also remember broken bones, when James made Jerrid pass out, and trading away a Mickey Mantle baseball card by accident. Live and learn, right? After high school, both brothers joined the military—an experience they credit with...

Caution! You might be a Nussbaum customer by the end of this episode! (actually, that would be a great thing for your business. Go ahead and press play). What’s it take to be successful in truckload sales? Wining and dining? The lowest rates? (hint: not that). In today’s exchange, we explore five keys to success using the acronym S.A.L.E.S. • S – Strategic Outreach • A – Aligning Internally • L –...

“Jerry, just remember—when you go to New York, God’s already been there [working] in that person’s life.” Jerry McCorkle recalls his father’s wise instruction before leaving on a mission trip to New York City to spread the gospel. Over the years, he’s learned that God does indeed go before us, sending “signals” to people in everyday life that prepare them to receive the Good News. Nearly 30 years...

The ideal workplace: where managers and employees trust one another; everyone shares a common purpose; people are learning and growing; and positivity is the norm. Sounds pretty great, doesn’t it? Levi Fehr thinks so, and that’s what he’s aiming for. Sure, he admits, there will always be room to grow. But as Maintenance Manager for Nussbaum, Levi is passionate about pouring into his employees and...

Buckle up for a crash course on the history of transportation and trucking! This (basically) Masters-Level class covers the invention of the wheel in the 4000s BC, the Silk Road, origins of the combustion engine, World War I, and the first semi-trailer in 1910! (Also—apparently Prohibition helped develop the trucking industry??). Next, we’ll cover the development of the Interstate Highway System a...

“I was just a lost, hurt soul….trying to find my way, and I just couldn’t.” That’s how Teresa describes the lowest moment of her life—homeless and hopeless as a single mom, bouncing from shelter to shelter, even fighting a legal battle for her son. But the seed of faith—planted years before by her grandfather—carried her through the storm. “The only thing I knew to do was pray…..I knew that He was...

The ever-changing daily pace of transportation is fertile soil for frustration. Loads change, schedules change, just about anything can change. And yet, even in the thick of it, drivers and dispatchers can get along. That’s according to Roger Kyler and Kylie Hoffman. Kylie is Roger’s Driver Manager, and the two share a high degree of respect and trust. They don’t always see eye to eye, but they’ve...

Did you know that nearly 40% of U.S. adults make New Year’s Resolutions? January 1st dawns hopeful with visions of a healthier, happier, more organized life. Sadly, 25% of those resolutions don’t survive the first week. About 36% last beyond a month, and only 9% are actually achieved. There is, perhaps, no experience more common to humanity: setting out to change and finding the process more diffi...

They come from every background. We’ve had doctors, lawyers, insurance agents, high-schoolers, retirees—all looking for a new opportunity. For some, it’s the chance to become financially independent and get a fresh start at life. Every story is unique, but they all converge at the Nussbaum Trucking Academy at Heartland Community College! In today’s exchange, you’ll learn what it takes to earn your...

“Hark, the Herald Angels sing….glory to the newborn KING.” In this special Christmas edition of Terminal Exchange, Nussbaum Chaplain Jim Revelle shares a message entitled “The Rightful King has Landed.” In it, he explores three characteristics of King Jesus in Isaiah chapter 11: How he brings justice to the poor; how his wisdom surpasses all human understanding; and his identity as the shoot of Je...