Terminal Exchange

Our milestone celebration continues! In today’s episode, we’re recapping Season 1 – episodes 1-60. Our first podcast aired on December 28, 2018, and it’s been an incredible ride ever since! Get ready as we re-live some amazing stories from the first season, including: • Our CFO spends a week behind the wheel as a trainee. • Colonel Jay Clayson on 37 years in the army, beginning with Vietnam. • Lau...

To celebrate this milestone, join us for a look back at some of our favorite moments in the studio! In today's episode, we're looking back at Season 2 - episodes 61- 99. Get ready for Disney songs, White House visits, 9/11 Memorial Stair Climbs, and lots of practical advice about life in the trucking industry. This episode is packed full of laughs and special memories as we relive the best of the...

The first year – full of trials, triumphs, and LOTS of learning! In today’s episode, Saige interviews Hunter Noonen about his first year as a professional driver at Nussbaum. It’s full of highs, lows, and plenty of lessons learned! But through it all, Hunter stays purpose-driven as an honest man looking for an honest day’s work. Enjoying our podcast? Leave us a review! Your reviews help us spread...

With 25 drivers, three dedicated accounts, and two young boys, Lindsey Staff has her hands full! But as you’ll soon discover, her genuine heart for people makes her perfect for the job. In today’s episode, Lindsey & Saige chat about being an Account Manager, recording audiobooks for her kids, and cultivating a meaningful rhythm in life’s “ordinary” days. (You’ll also hear Lindsey mention some...

Earlier this year, Nussbaum launched three new trailer graphics based on Psalms 19, 34, and 46. “The Heavens Declare the Glory of God,” “The Lord is Near to the Brokenhearted,” and “God is our Refuge and Strength” are now traversing our nation on giant, moving billboards. In today’s episode, Saige and Nussbaum chaplain Jim Revelle reflect on these timeless truths and share stories to help bring th...

Who’s ready for a crash course?! In today’s episode, we’re unpacking Nussbaum’s Driver Scorecard – a proprietary bonus program that incentivizes safe, efficient driving habits (key word there). Under this program, a Nussbaum driver recently added a 9-cent bonus to his mileage rate! Listen in as three of our Performance Coaches shed some light on these questions: What am I being scored on? // How c...

Jessica and Sam Marino – mother & son, driver & co-pilot, fellow adventurers! They both love trucking and are purpose-driven to create a better life for themselves – and have fun along the way! From exploring national parks to rescuing a truck in a tragic situation, Jessica & Sam embrace life’s victories and challenges with a smile. Listen in as the Marinos share about getting into tru...

Sometimes, life throws you a curveball – like when lightning strikes your truck! Other times, it’s the “ordinary” moments of working hard and pursuing your goals. But through it all, Anthony & Tiffany Vorhees have embraced the responsibilities and opportunities in front of them. Listen in as this sweet couple shares about raising rabbits (sooo many rabbits), staying connected while Anthony dri...

“I didn’t do anything spectacular or special – it’s just basic stuff anybody can do.” That’s how Erik Lewis describes losing 80 pounds in nine months. No pills. No subscriptions. No diet plans. One day, he decided he was sick and tired of being sick and tired, got out of his truck, and walked a mile. The rest, as they say, is history. Listen in as Erik shares his story and answers the million-doll...

“Do you think we could do it – living in 34 square feet?” “Let’s give it a shot!” And so, in a personal quest to celebrate faith & family, Sec & Sandy Garcia went over-the-road. They’ve been married for 28 years, but found working jobs with opposite shifts was too much time apart. But now, they ride together 24/7! Sec drives and Sandy co-pilots – checking the weather, finding parking, and...

Though women comprise just 14%* of the truck driver workforce, many find fulfillment and success behind the wheel – including Julie Chamblin and Brenda Davis. These ladies love their work and willingly take on challenges as they come! They first met at Nussbaum when Julie became Brenda’s trainer, and have since formed a close friendship. In today’s episode, Saige, Julie, & Brenda chat about ge...

WARNING : this episode will make you hungry. Need a fine dining recommendation? Just ask Chris Larsen – professional driver & restaurant connoisseur. He’s dined in steakhouses and high-end establishments across the country – one of the perks of driving over the road. And when he’s not exploring the local food, Chris enjoys touring classic architecture and visiting fine art museums! In today’s...

Recorded in the lounge of a 2023 Freightliner Cascadia, today’s episode is all about equipment! Tony & James discuss our partnership with Freightliner and Truck Centers Inc., our maintenance standards, and testing new technologies. Along the way, we’ll answer questions like “How long does Nussbaum keep their trucks?” “How do they decide who gets a new truck?” and “How did you possibly extend y...

Big-hearted. Hard-working. Family first. That's how we would describe Sam Moravec. He's living the dream as an over-the-road truck driver, visiting family as he crisscrosses the country. But the path to success wasn't always easy. Growing up with autism, Sam struggled to feel accepted and "fit in." It was often challenging to communicate or interact socially. But with the love and support of his f...

Did Jesus actually rise from the dead? And if he did, what difference does it make in my life? In this episode, Nussbaum Chaplain Jim Revelle explores these questions as we recount the most important event in history. Along the way, we’ll meet a presidential advisor-turned-preacher, a cold-case detective, and an impulsive disciple named Peter. Through his story of denial, a fishing expedition, and...

Have you been to Oakland, California? Have you ever met Will Smith or Arnold Schwarzenegger? Have you taken a greyhound bus across the country? Have you ever been homeless? Have you wondered how you would feed your kids? Jamaal has. And boy, does he have a story. Hang on to your seat as Jamaal shares his journey to central Illinois, overcoming homelessness, and becoming an OTR truck driver at Nuss...

Since 2003, the Midwest Food Bank has distributed over $400 million of food and grown to twelve divisions, serving 23 states and three countries! Nussbaum is proud to support their mission of sharing the love of Christ by alleviating hunger. In this special exchange, Saige chats with Marketing Director Melanie Tennell about MFB’s history, mission, and impact across the globe. They also discuss how...

Jeff King knows a thing or two about teaching new drivers. Between training, coaching, and serving as CDL Instructor at the Nussbaum Trucking Academy, he’s seen it all. In today’s exchange, Saige and Jeff chat about his experiences, what makes for a good truck driver, and how the Academy achieved a near perfect pass rate in 2022. But you’ll also get to know Jeff personally as he shares some of lif...

Do you ever think about what you think about? Did you know that thoughts have a HUGE impact on how you live your life? Unfortunately, mental health is a bit of a taboo topic these days, quickly glossed over. Yet it impacts how we think, how we feel, how we act, how we deal with stress – the list goes on. In today’s episode, Saige chats with Nussbaum Chaplain Jim Revelle and Shop Manager Justin Wor...

A split second is all it takes: a deer runs out. A car changes lanes. Traffic suddenly slows. And without warning, a truck driver finds himself in a dangerous situation. In today’s exchange, safety experts Kevin and Klay highlight Nussbaum’s “Safety Video of the Week” and share footage of real-life situations on the road. They also discuss how event recorders protect drivers (and trucking companie...