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Copy Southbound Podcast

Bruce Gunter & Brendon Ryan
Australian Trucking Industry
Kenworth Trucks
Trucking Industry
NTI
Compliance
Kenworth
Transport Industry
Australia
Fatigue Management
Mental Health
Livestock Transport
NHVR
Covid-19
Sydney Truck Fest
Insurance
Transport Regulations
Heavy Haulage
Geotab Australia
Razorback Blockade
Muscat Haulage

Copy Southbound is a Podcast that immortalises the real life stories from some of the great Pioneers of the Australian Trucking Industry. It brings to life what they have experienced and been able to achieve in such a demanding but rewarding industry and enables their stories to live on forever and be accessed by our future generations.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes172Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

When it comes to iconic and uniquely Australian, nothing comes remotely close to our own RFW. These locally designed and built masterpieces were the brainchild of Robert 'Bob' Whitehead and for around 30 years were manufactured in his Sydney workshop... more

A special one for our 150th episode with the story of the amazing Joe Cassar. We always say how lucky we are to meet some of the nicest people doing Copy Southbound and Joe ticked that box. Extremely humble, respected and admired by so many of his pe... more

Something different today as we spoke with Ian Smith, a long retired but well known man with a history in truck sales. He was selling in the golden era through the 70's with some well known clients, delivering some legendary vehicles. And of course, ... more

The 5th installment of The Missing Link Podcast series with Shane Pendergast.

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Recent Guests

Allan Whiting
Journalist who covered Bob Whitehead and promoted the trucks
Journalism/Media
Episode: 151. RFW | The story of Bob Whitehead
Rod Parker
Early contributor with RFW history
RFW employee/insider
Episode: 151. RFW | The story of Bob Whitehead
Ray Rodman
RFW veteran, long-time employee
RFW
Episode: 151. RFW | The story of Bob Whitehead
Tony Petch
Researcher and organizer of the session
Independent researcher/host collaborator
Episode: 151. RFW | The story of Bob Whitehead
Ian Smith
Salesman and truck industry veteran discussing a lifetime in sales and promotion of trucks
Various (Cummins, Kenworth, White, Caterpillar, etc.)
Episode: 149. Ian Smith
Shane Pendergast
Trucking industry expert, ABS/EBS and braking systems specialist
Episode: #16 TML | Shane Pendergast
Steve Cox
Truck driver with a storied career across interstate, air freight, and bitumen hauling
Independent contractor / fleet owner
Episode: 148. Steve Cox
Mick Gardiner
Trucker and builder of a renowned S-model Kenworth project
Independent trucker, builder of custom Kenworth
Episode: 147. Mick Gardiner
Peter Williams
Pioneer of the Australian trucking industry, commonly known as Lizard
Independent transport operator and veteran driver
Episode: 146. Peter 'LIZARD' Williams

Host

Bruce Gunter
Multiple episodes feature Bruce as interview host and discussion facilitator; appears across regulatory, safety, and industry history topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 831 ratings
  • Days gone by

    Great podcast from the boys. trucking my whole life starting in the early 90s work with all the different companies It’s good to hear them all come alive Kights Cootes Freds Bramble‘s always a good days.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SM braz
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great podcast. Love your work.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Andrew the tech
    3 months ago
  • Paul Biagini

    The best podcast in the trucking world, the future is bleak, however the past is wonderful and rich

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goat daddy lover
    Australia5 months ago
  • Linden Taylor Earthmoving

    Excellent podcast that will entertain and educate everyone who listens. Great work 👏👍🏻🇦🇺

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Taytaytay2001
    Australiaa year ago
  • Love the podcast

    Great work with the podcasts, great to learn about the trucking history of Australia

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nate:))
    Australiaa year ago

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Shows are described as informative and entertaining, with strong emphasis on safety culture and regulatory context.
Audiences value the long-form format for gaining detailed, practical insights and historical perspective.
Listeners praise the deep storytelling and oral-history feel, noting authentic voices from industry veterans.

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#13 TML | Shane Pendergast
Q: How did early accidents influence your career path and passion for safety?
Early accidents left a lasting impression and sparked a drive to create safer systems; Shane moved from just driving to teaching, training, and shaping safety culture.
145. Ian Watson
Q: What was your first big break in your career?
Starting an earthmoving business in my teens, taking on heavy civil work, and later expanding into larger pipeline and refinery projects with American companies—this transitioned me into international work and the pipeline invention I patented.
145. Ian Watson
Q: Where did you grow up and how did you get involved in transport?
I was born in Maidstone near Melbourne; my father drove a tip truck and I got involved early. As a kid I watched trucks and started an earthmoving business as a teenager before moving into larger pipeline and construction projects.
#5 Paul Alsbury - NHVR & Steve Shearer - SARTA
Q: How does the regulator decide when to prosecute and how to balance punishment with learning?
Prosecution decisions rely on reasonable prospects of conviction and public interest, with emphasis on proportionate responses, data-informed risk assessments, and using education and retraining to improve compliance where possible.
#5 Paul Alsbury - NHVR & Steve Shearer - SARTA
Q: What is the purpose of a work diary notice or a piece of paper in the enforcement process?
The goal is to show that the operator has the approval or to document the compliance status, with ongoing discussion about making infringement notices more informative to help drivers understand and correct their mistakes.

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What is Copy Southbound Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Long-form, interview-driven discussions centered on Australia's trucking history, maintenance culture, safety practices, and regulatory developments. Episodes spotlight veteran operators, engineers, and industry experts who share decades of frontline experiences, often weaving personal stories with hard-won lessons about pricing, trust, safety, and leadership in family-owned and corporate fleets. A standout pattern is the emphasis on oral history and practical know-how—from brake technologies and pre-trip inspections to regulatory shifts and industry advocacy—making it a go-to for listeners who value depth, authenticity, and real-world insights in trucking. Noteworthy is the consistent focus on mentorship, community memory, and the evolutio... more

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Recent guests on Copy Southbound Podcast include:

1. Allan Whiting
2. Rod Parker
3. Ray Rodman
4. Tony Petch
5. Ian Smith
6. Shane Pendergast
7. Steve Cox
8. Mick Gardiner

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