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Mat’s Trucking Great Podcast

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Trucking
Trucking Industry
Volvo
Europe
Retro Truck Show
Germany
Liveries
Mental Health
Mat Ireland
Mercedes-Benz
United Kingdom
Mirror Cam Technology
Ukraine
Truck Racing
Dakar Rally
Curtain Sider Trailers
Warehousing
Driver Training & Adoption
Humanitarian Aid
Crane

This is the podcast for truck drivers, hosted by and featuring interviews from people in the industry.

Host Mat Ireland will be bringing you all of the latest stories of what's happening in truck news as well as interviews with other drivers to tell their fascinating career stories.

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This episode of Mat's Trucking Great Podcast is proudly sponsored by D L Mills Transport!

Mat is joined by Dr Jerome Puryear on the podcast for lorry drivers.

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This episode of Mat's Trucking Great Podcast is proudly sponsored by Go Fetch!

Squeaky takes the lead on this mid-week special with first timer Iyla-Rose on the podcast for lorry drivers.

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Last weekend, the transport industry sadly lost one of it's best, Ian Wallace a.k.a Frank. Mat caught up with him a couple of years ago on a previous podcast - here it is again on the podcast for lorry drivers.

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This episode of Mat's Trucking Great Podcast is proudly sponsored by CVA Auctions!

Mat catches up with Squeaky and Jim on the podcast for lorry drivers.

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Recent Guests

Andrew Travis
Long-time truck driver and owner of warehousing business
Independent trucker and warehousing operator
Episode: 32: The Future's In Warehousing
Steve Elsey
Friend and guest; longtime trucking professional
Episode: 30: Keeping The Show On The Road: Part Two
Bernie Martin
A longtime truck driver with extensive European haulage experience
Independent contractor / various employers including Clover Transport, Brian Oil Services, Manfred, etc.
Episode: 28: Mastering the Mileage
Lee Herbert
Friend of the host and truck enthusiast
Episode: 26: The Truck Nut
Zac Moore
Truck driver with a background in waste management and heavy vehicle maintenance, later involved in Dakar rally support
Independent/Various, including workshop roles and Dakar team involvement
Episode: 25: Catching Up with Zac Moore
Billy Best
Trucker with epilepsy advocating for license policy reform
Independent trucking professional
Episode: 23: The Battle To Get Back Behind The Wheel
Darrell Blackburn
Mobile crane operator and former driver
Independent crane operator / former Wolfcran driver
Episode: 22: If It Ain't In Yorkshire, It's...
Carl Kindleysides
Former Trucknet veteran and trucking professional
Episode: 20: Sitting Down with Carl Kindleysides: Part One
Jim Horn
A good friend of the host, Scotsman with a long trucking career
Independent trucker / fleet owner
Episode: 17: Trucks We've Known and Loved

Host

Mat Ireland
Host of the show; guides conversations with guests and leads discussion.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • Mat’s Trucking Great Podcast

    It is always interesting to hear about the careers of people who have led interesting lives in transport- especially those who have worked across Europe and the Middle East.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TopCat270
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The best trucking podcast

    Excellent podcast, Mat’s very knowledgeable has great guests.

    Informative, interesting and humorous.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adey B24
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Fantastic

    Really enjoying listening the story’s such a great listen keep it up mat 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    “Prime” Trucker
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Top notch

    Brilliant, this podcast has filled the gap since T&D stopped , with Mat at the helm and regularly hosts Sqeaky and Jim this is going to be a podcast not to miss , right up there on my playlist , love to hear the stories from old days right up to modern day shared experiences, keep up the great work lads

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trucking butcher
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Excellent

    So funny

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DryRocko
    United Kingdom7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Guests' experiences and stories are frequently described as engaging and informative for drivers and industry enthusiasts.
Many notes highlight the camaraderie and humor as a standout aspect.
Listeners praise the host's industry knowledge and guest lineup as authentic and insightful.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#8
United Kingdom/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#125
United Kingdom/Business
Apple Podcasts
#35
Ireland/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#68
India/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#141
New Zealand/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

34: A Tribute To Ian (Frank) Wallace
Q: Incidentally, how did you find the Stash trailer?
He explains experiences with different trailer designs, including the Stas/Stash models, their strengths and challenges, and the evolution of equipment choices.
34: A Tribute To Ian (Frank) Wallace
Q: Yeah. So what happened after that?
He recounts a major accident involving a vacuum tanker and a damaged cab, detailing injuries and the scramble to get help, followed by reflections on safety culture and recovery.
34: A Tribute To Ian (Frank) Wallace
Q: Right. So what were you driving?
The guest describes starting with Land Rovers and gradually moving into larger bulk haulage, then diversifying into different trailer types and eventually into a variety of UK and Europe work.
22: If It Ain't In Yorkshire, It's...
Q: Question number one. What part of the world are you from?
Darrell explains he is from Yorkshire, with a strong identity tied to the region and its trucking culture.
24: The Big Fat Quiz Of The Year (So Far)
Q: On what UK motorway would you find Birch Services?
Birch Services is on the M62.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mat’s Trucking Great Podcast

What is Mat’s Trucking Great Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A front-line, industry-focused show that centers on truck drivers' real-world careers, culture, and evolving logistics. Across episodes, the conversations blend career retrospectives, practical road wisdom, and behind-the-scenes looks at shows, gear, and industry policy. Frequent guests include veteran drivers, fleet operators, and show organizers who share long-form career stories, tangential adventures, and insights into family, camaraderie, and the changing economics of trucking. A standout trait is the tight-knit community vibe—humor, nostalgia, and candid debates about equipment, standards, and show culture are common throughlines. The format often mixes long-form interviews with lively roundtable discussions, occasional sponsor moment... more

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7. Darrell Blackburn
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