Commercial drivers try to be mindful of their health. It is difficult when they are on the road. Urinary tract health is especially of concern with too infrequent bathroom breaks. Did you know the color of your urine tells you how your health is doing and there are warning signs you need to watch? The color of urine is a barometer of the condition of your body. Tune into this episode of The Truckers Network Radio Show when Shelley Johnson speaks with Dr. Michael Garko, a medical researcher and credentialed nutritionist with a master’s degree in human nutrition from the University of Bridgeport ..read more

Surviving, thriving, and making money in a rocky economy is not an easy task. With all the ups and downs we have today, it is even tougher. There are ways you can survive and thrive and properly invest. Kerry Lutz is the founder of the Financial Survival Network which helps investors get back on track along with survival skills if there is an emergency. The Financial Survival Network® was founded in 2011 after the global financial crash and its aftermath. Kerry realized people needed a reliable source for accurate information. Believing inflation would eventually run rampant, he dedi ..read more

Owner-operators, want to make more money on the loads you take? Handling paying loads and logistics can be a complicated and expensive process if it is not handled correctly. Would you like the spend less time booking a good load and spend more time driving? Tune into this episode of The Truckers Network Radio Show with Shelley Johnson and Tom Kelley when they talk with Ed Stockman from Newtrul, a technology company that connects shippers, brokers and carriers through a centralized portal and load board. It’s a more efficient and economical way to search paying loads that saves time, money and ..read more

Commercial drivers as a whole are more likely to develop anxiety and depression. Much of this is due to the isolated nature of their jobs. Stress can also bring on these conditions. In this episode of The Truckers Network Radio Show, author Mark Howard offers valuable insight from his own personal experience on how he overcame depression so severe that it nearly brought him to the brink of suicide. He is the author of Freedom, Peace, and a Good Night’s Sleep. Gain insight into what kind of help is available and tips for recovery from severe depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Be sure t ..read more

There are 3.5 million professional truck drivers who keep our country rolling with their hard work. Truck drivers are an essential part of our economy. Trucking Moves America Forward (TMAF) is a huge supporter of commercial drivers with awareness campaigns and its annual National Truck Driver Appreciation Week which happens every September. Their Thank A Trucker campaign pays homage to America’s professional drivers on the front lines who move 112.5 billion tons of our nations freight every year. Tune into this episode of The Truckers Network Radio Show when Shelley Johnson talks with Keven Bu ..read more

Trucking has revolutionized America. Without trucking, our country would grind to a halt. Most everything we get eventually comes by truck. Ten Four DC is a nonprofit that works to promote professional commercial drivers. They promote American patriotism, they advocate for families, they monitor government affairs and they promote professional driver interests. This is especially true with their annual event in Washington D.C. where they educate the public, politicians, and regulators while they showcase drivers on the National Mall. Shelley Johnson speaks with Todd Campbell, spokesperson for ..read more

High cholesterol is one of the biggest factors in heart disease which is the leading cause of death in the United States. Commercial drivers are at a high risk for both. September is National Cholesterol Education Month and there are things you need to know to stay healthy even when you’re on the road. Learn the difference between good and bad cholesterol. Tune into this episode of the Truckers Network Radio Show with Shelley Johnson when she speaks with Lindsey Bryan, Health & Wellness Manager for St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund about what you need to know to understand cholesterol a ..read more

Our beloved pets and animals can often be displaced or lost and just need a ride home. Without the kindness of others, many strays and runaways never make it back home or find their way to a new forever home. This is where commercial drivers are helping. Operation Roger Truckers Pet Transport is a nonprofit founded by Sue Weiss, a former commercial driver after she wanted to help in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. Her organization coordinates pet transports across the country. They make this happen through donations and the help of volunteer commercial drivers who take animals on their sem ..read more

Commercial truck insurance is one of the biggest expenses for owner operators and small trucking companies. You need to know what drives up the cost and how to save money. Learn why dynamically priced, usage-based commercial vehicle insurance is better. Tune into this episode of The Truckers Network Radio Show with Shelley Johnson and Tom when they speak with Keith Halasy, VP of Marketing of High Definition Vehicle Insurance. HDVI gives fleets more control over their insurance costs, including a way to increase monthly premium savings. Keith explains insurance essentials, benefits and pitfalls ..read more

Many owner-operators and drivers are reluctant to drive in California with the harsh regulatory environment in that state. It is hard to keep track of all the changes with what always seem to be draconian measures that punish trucking. Be sure to tune into this episode of The Truckers Network Radio Show with Shelley Johnson and Tom Kelley when they talk with Joe Rajkovacz, director of government affairs & communications with the Western States Trucking Association. He gives valuable insight into everything from zero emissions standards to AB5. Learn how trucking regulations evolved in ..read more