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Overdrive Radio

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Roadside Inspections
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Owner Operator Business Fundamentals
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The Overdrive Radio podcast is produced by Overdrive magazine, the Voice of the American Trucker for 60-plus years. Host Todd Dills -- with a supporting cast among Overdrive editors, contributors and others -- presents owner-operator business leading lights, interviews with extraordinary independent truckers and small fleet owners, and plenty in the way of trucking business and regulatory news and... more

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One of the trucking industry's biggest events, the biennial Guilty by Association Truck Show at 4 State Trucks in Joplin, Missouri, is officially under way at Exit 4 off I-44. With hundreds of trucks in attendance (organizers expect 800+ to participa... more

How might truckers get back a measure of flexibility in the hours of service rules, such as that enjoyed by so many owner-operators of past generations? That is, the ability to split the 10-hour required rest period into two periods of any length the... more

This week on the podcast, the voices of two semi-finalists for Overdrive's 2025 Small Fleet Champ award: First, Robbie and Levi Turnage of Mississippi-headquartered tanker fleet Turnage and Sons, LLC. They're respectively fourth- and fifth-generation... more

"I want to honor my wife and her being the 'woman behind the man behind the wheel,' which is a high calling. Our first date ... was the day I bought that 1997 W9, so she didn't know what she was getting into." --August Trucker of the Month Jason Shel... more

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Recent Guests

Raman Dhillon
Leader of the North American Punjabi Trucking Association, advocating for better training and practices in trucking for immigrant drivers.
North American Punjabi Trucking Association
Episode: Rise of the 'non-domiciled CDL' for non-citizen truck drivers: Safety, rates, security
Ron Kelsey
Independent trucker with decades of experience and the owner of Kelsey's Trucking.
Episode: Freight recession? Trucker of the Month Ron Kelsey just hasn't seen it with two direct customers
Harlan Martin
Co-owner of Little Brothers Transport, aspiring custom truck builder
Little Brothers Transport
Episode: Truck-ownership traditions staying alive: Owner-operators Lucas Zach, Harlan Martin
Lucas Zach
Owner-operator and truck customizer, focused on maintaining family truck traditions
Dave's Little Z Transport
Episode: Truck-ownership traditions staying alive: Owner-operators Lucas Zach, Harlan Martin
James Year
Photojournalist and filmmaker
More Perfect Union
Episode: When should owner-operators expect competition from unmanned, truly driverless trucks?
Ollie Rufus Morris
Flatbed owner-operator based in North Carolina, nominated for Overdrive's 2025 Trucker of the Year award.
Midnight Rider Transport
Episode: Relationship-value priority: Rufus Morris's old-school ways delivering new success trucking
Troy Bolin
Owner-operator with a 1979 Peterbilt 359
Episode: Hear the kitty-Cat purr! Rare 3408 in a '79 359 | What works, what doesn't: 4 owners break it down
Joel Boelman
Owner operator and chairman of the Trucking Solutions Group
Trucking Solutions Group
Episode: Hear the kitty-Cat purr! Rare 3408 in a '79 359 | What works, what doesn't: 4 owners break it down
Mark Heggestad
Owner operator with extensive experience in trucking
Episode: Hear the kitty-Cat purr! Rare 3408 in a '79 359 | What works, what doesn't: 4 owners break it down

Host

Todd Dills
Host of the show, bringing insights from his experience and the trucking community.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Interesting content, poor production quality

    Buy a good microphone and amp. This is a simple fix to increase followers. Ask Longhaul Paul for help setting up the audio. Ask a successful podcasters for help. Just do it.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Interested bystander
    United States3 years ago
  • Great content- horrible sounds levels

    As was mentioned else where. Your content is great but the constant changing of sound levels makes it really difficult to listen to. Some times Todd is speaking so softly I can’t hear him and then in the next breath it sounds like he’s screaming. I’m constantly having to adjust the sound levels on my radio which is not a good thing to do while driving. Then at the end of most shows- the music sound level is twice what the show was.

    Please,Please for all of us truckers- get someone to do a bett... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    seeya bye
    United States3 years ago
  • Should stick to trucking

    Not many decent trucking podcasts and now there is one less. I have to hear about lgbtq crap every where I look and if this TRUCKING podcast is going to talk about it then I’m out.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cornfed84
    United States3 years ago
  • Good sound engineer needed

    Please get the help of a sound engineer. With consistently bad sound quality, you’re doing a great disservice to your wonderful content and interviewees. Most interviewees sound muffled and the choice to have background music makes it even more difficult to hear.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    No Names Left Now
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the insightful content and engaging stories but express concerns about sound quality and production issues.
The community feedback suggests a strong interest in practical advice and personal stories from the trucking profession.
Some feedback indicates a desire for a tighter focus on trucking-related topics, with some listeners feeling sidelined by discussions on broader social issues.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Small Fleet Champ semi-finalists not afraid to get their hands dirty in shop, behind the wheel
Q: Levi, do you believe this is going to be your life's work being a milk hauler?
Levi expresses confidence that milk hauling will be his lifelong career as long as the business remains busy and successful.
Relationship-value priority: Rufus Morris's old-school ways delivering new success trucking
Q: Do you feel like things have been more comfortable, I guess more consistent since you leased on with MLM?
Yes, it's been a lot less stress knowing that there are plenty of loads available and I don't have to worry about where my next load is coming from.
Relationship-value priority: Rufus Morris's old-school ways delivering new success trucking
Q: What kind of freight do you haul on those flatbeds?
Steel, as the leasing company is affiliated with Triad Metals and moves their freight.
Secret weapons for bookkeeping, biz analysis: Trucker of the Month Scott Smith
Q: Can you tell us about your unique approaches to bookkeeping and business analysis?
I built a custom spreadsheet to analyze load rates and estimate profits, plus my wife handles our bookkeeping using Sage 100, which helps streamline our financial tasks.
Veterans Day special: Coalition supporting vets in ag careers honored in Howes Hall of Fame
Q: What were the challenges discussed for veterans entering the agricultural sector?
Veterans face high barriers to entry, including financial access and the costs of land and equipment, but the FVC provides assistance to help them overcome these obstacles.

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What is Overdrive Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the trucking industry, this podcast covers a wide range of topics pertinent to owner-operators and small fleet owners. Episodes typically feature interviews with independent truckers, providing insights into their experiences, business practices, and the challenges they face. Listeners explore critical themes such as mentorship within trucking, operational strategies, vehicle maintenance, and the evolving regulatory landscape impacting the industry. The podcast is unique in its blend of personal stories from truck drivers and practical advice, making it engaging for both seasoned professionals and newcomers looking to navigate the complexities of trucking. The discussions often spotlight family businesses and their legacies, emph... more

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Recent guests on Overdrive Radio include:

1. Raman Dhillon
2. Ron Kelsey
3. Harlan Martin
4. Lucas Zach
5. James Year
6. Ollie Rufus Morris
7. Troy Bolin
8. Joel Boelman

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