The Liquid Trucking Podcast

Ever wonder why some ELD systems make drivers want to throw their tablets out the window while others work? Sam Sussenguth, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at ISAAC Instruments, joins Liquid Trucking's VP of Safety, Jason Eisenman, to break down the reasons fleets switch ELD providers and why the tech-service combo matters more than price alone. Then Vic "The Brown Bandit" Walker returns to defe...

Want the truth about where freight is headed? VP of Safety and HR Jason Eisenman breaks down Liquid Trucking's 2026 game plan in an unfiltered conversation about freight market realities and sustainable growth. We discuss Liquid's transloading facility expansion, new APU technology being tested for driver comfort, and the big news: our strategic brokerage acquisition. Jason explains how returning...

What did 2025 really look like behind the wheel? In this New Year's Eve special, join Mike Stanfield, Mikal 'Donut' Duncan, Polar Bear, and Jason DeFoor for the most honest conversation you'll hear from pro drivers this year. These Liquid veterans don't hold back sharing their biggest accomplishments, the goals that slipped away, broken resolutions, and unforgettable moments from 2025. We dig deep...

Ready for the ultimate Christmas celebration on wheels? This special holiday episode brings you straight to the heart of trucker traditions with your favorite Liquid Trucking drivers sharing what makes the season bright on the road. Thomas Goode, Burt Morris, and Mikal "Donut" Duncan share their cherished Christmas memories, family traditions, and the holiday feasts that keep them going. We're bui...

Ever wonder what it's like to be both a company pilot AND an IT director? Darian Mateo lives this double life every day at Liquid Trucking, and his story will blow your mind. In this employee spotlight episode, Darian takes us behind the scenes of managing Liquid's ISAAC tablet rollout and ELD systems while moonlighting as Chief Company Pilot. Discover how giving the founder of Liquid Trucking, Ro...

Ready to take control of your financial future? In this episode of the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we sit down with Matt MacKellar and Tim Spencer, two drivers who are crushing their retirement savings goals. Matt's living lean in his cab and banking over half his income while Tim's navigating the world of stocks, crypto, and index funds. They break down real strategies for building wealth on the roa...

Buckle up for the weirdest road trip through America's most bizarre trucking laws.  Ever gotten pulled over and thought, "Wait, THAT'S illegal?" You're not alone. In this episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we're diving deep into the strangest, most head-scratching trucking and traffic laws still on the books across the United States.

Thanksgiving, turkey, family traditions, and cooking tips take center stage in this special holiday episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast! Host Marcus celebrates with three Liquid drivers, Mikal "Donut" Duncan, Matt Kleich, and Sam Walker, who bring serious cooking skills to the table. Hear what each driver is cooking for their gatherings and get inspired by stories from Thanksgiving's past, incl...

This episode is a hockey fan's dream. Jake Debo, Transportation Recruiter and former minor league hockey Director of Game Day Operations, breaks down the top NHL storylines for the 2025-26 season, featuring Connor McDavid, Ovi, and Sidney Crosby. We reminisce about the best hockey fights we've seen live, go head-to-head in hockey trivia, and debate our top 3 all-time favorite sweaters, including t...

Join Mikal "Donut" Duncan, Bradley Walker, and Francisco "Frank" Moreno as they share their hard-earned insights on navigating inclement weather. They break down their must-have gear, trip planning essentials, and the safety strategies they depend on when facing snow, sleet, and black ice. We wrap up with key statistics that reveal the true impact of weather on road safety, making this a must-list...

Join us as we welcome Martin Leone, Liquid Trucking's new Environmental Health and Safety Manager, to discuss his career transition from Omaha Steaks to the trucking industry. Martin and Director of Compliance and Risk Jesse Keebler break down critical topics every professional driver should know: OSHA compliance, risk management, environmental safety protocols, and how trucking companies keep the...

The Liquid Trucking Podcast hits a spooktacular 100 episodes with our most requested episode, an exclusive Halloween roundtable featuring seven of our most frequent CDL drivers.  Our tanker professionals get brutally honest about what makes this podcast essential listening, what needs improvement, and their raw first reactions when they heard about a show built specifically for truckers. Then we k...

Welcome to the full-blown recap of Liquid Trucking's 3rd Annual Employee Jamboree, the biggest driver appreciation event of the year. We're bringin' the party straight to your cab with raw, unfiltered audio from the day. You'll hear engines revvin' at the truck rodeo, catch real conversations with tanker drivers in man-on-the-street style interviews, and sit down with the champion himself, Adam St...

Join us for inspiring conversations with Diane Hutsell from the St. Christopher Trucker Fund (SCF) and Courtney George from Wreaths Across America (WAA). Discover how these nonprofit organizations support truckers in need, veterans, and Gold Star families, and learn how professional drivers help honor and serve America’s heroes on and off the road. In Episode 98, we go inside two vital missions po...

Dylan Coop, trailer technician at Liquid Trucking and creator of the YouTube channel Coop On Tilt, joins us to discuss trailer repairs, life in the truck shop, and his passion for casino gambling, from slots and poker to chasing big wins. We conclude with gambling statistics and resources for problem gambling. In Episode 97 of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we welcome Dylan Coop, a trailer technicia...

Grab your gear and join us for our Annual Hunting Episode with wildlife biologist Joe Bridges. We dive into wildlife conservation. BearWise principles, and share an incredible story about a potential world-record halibut catch.  It’s the Annual Hunting Episode of the Liquid Trucking Podcast, and this year we’re joined by wildlife biologist Joe Bridges, who brings over 20 years of experience in wil...

Join us for Episode 95 of The Liquid Trucking Podcast! We kick things off with an info-packed check-in with Chris Baltushis, Terminal Manager at Barto. Chris shares the latest on their new hazmat transload facility, now fully operational, covering the process, growth, and the future of moving bulk freight from rail to truck. Next, Liquid Drivers Mike Stanfield and Mikal “Donut” Duncan join Marcus...

Join us for an insightful conversation with Amanda Schuier, Strategic Maintenance Director at Jetco and a 2020 “Top Woman to Watch in Trucking.” We dive into her trucking career, the power of people in the CDL industry, Women in Trucking, and what’s ahead for the future of freight. On Episode 94 of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we sit down with industry expert Amanda Schuier, Strategic Maintenance...

Industry insights meet real-world driver perspectives in this episode with Tenstreet’s Christy Choice and Liquid drivers. From trucking tech and CDL schools to ADAS warnings and new legislation, we explore the key issues shaping today’s transportation industry. In Episode 93 of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we sit down with Christy Choice of Tenstreet, a rising leader in the trucking industry, to h...

Get ready to talk touchdowns and tailgates! This episode brings together three football-loving CDL drivers to break down college rivalries, NFL predictions, and bold Super Bowl takes. Are you ready for some football? In this fan-fueled episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re huddling up with drivers Quincy Rich, Bob Davis, and Jason Krayenhagen, three passionate football fans with strong all...

Truckers Burt Morris and Mikal “Donut” Duncan join Burt’s daughter Caitlin to share summer stories, back-to-school excitement, and a serious reminder about CDL safety in school zones. In this fun and insightful episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we sit down with two of our own drivers Burt Morris and Mikal “Donut” Duncan, along with Burt’s daughter Caitlin, who’s gearing up to start high scho...

Former trucker Michael Lombard shares how he lost weight, improved his fitness, and now runs marathons, joined by Dr. Mark Manera of Offshift, with practical tips for truck drivers on healthy eating, exercise, and building lasting healthy habits on the road. Life on the road can make staying healthy a serious challenge for truck drivers, but change is possible. In this inspiring episode of The Liq...

Off the road but still behind the wheel. CDL drivers Corey Kallmbah and Dusty Erickson talk car collecting, wrench-turning, and high-horsepower projects. From drag racing roots to custom restorations, they share their dream builds and garage goals in this gearhead edition.  This week on The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re diving into off-duty rides with CDL drivers Corey Kallmbah and Dusty Erickson...

Cyber threats are real, and truckers are on the front lines. Fleet Defender CEO and cybersecurity expert Terry Reinert joins Marcus and Jason to reveal how hackers target modern fleets and what CDL drivers can do to defend their rigs, data, and livelihoods. In this episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, host Marcus Bridges talks with cybersecurity expert and Fleet Defender CEO Terry Reinert, a fo...

CDL drivers, Learn how to take control of your PSP report, challenge errors with DataQs, and keep your safety record clean and career on track.  In this must-hear episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, host Marcus Bridges sits down with three seasoned safety professionals to explain the PSP (Pre-Employment Screening Program) report. This document can make or break a truck driver’s career. You’ll...