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Transportation Nation

Bennett Family of Companies
Bennett Family Of Companies
Wreaths Across America
Trucking Policy
Safety Regulations
Bennett Motor Express
Immigration
Veterans
Patriotism
Gratitude
Christmas
Truck Parking
Hours Of Service
Capacity Issues
Transportation Industry
Drivers Appreciation Week
Technology
Trucking Industry
Andersonville National Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery
Thanksgiving

Transportation Nation is brought to you by the Bennett Family of Companies and discusses all things in the transportation and logistics industry.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes25Foundeda year ago
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Every December, millions of wreaths make their way to veterans' graves across the country. Behind that mission is a network of truckers, sponsors, and volunteers who make it happen.

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Recent Guests

David Heller
Senior Vice President of Safety and Government Affairs at TCA
Truckload Carriers Association
Episode: Bennett Presents: Trucking Policy, Safety, and Immigration Trends with David Heller (Part 1)
Marcia G. Taylor
CEO and founder of the Bennett Family of Companies
Bennett Family of Companies
Episode: The Heart of Christmas: Faith, Family, & Trucking, with CEO Marcia G. Taylor & Pres. David Pittman
Lynette Mathis
Vice President of Bennett Family of Companies, celebrating 40 years with the company
Bennett Family of Companies
Episode: Finding Gratitude on Thanksgiving (Even for Fleas!), with VP Lynette Mathis
Karen Wisterup
Wreaths Across America representative
Wreaths Across America
Episode: Bennett Presents: The Story Behind Wreaths Across America
David Pittman
President of the Bennett Family of Companies
Bennett Family of Companies
Episode: Bennett Presents: The Story Behind Wreaths Across America
Evan Steger
Experienced in organizing and running truck shows for almost a decade, known as the Truck Show Guy.
Episode: The Road to SSWL — Bennett’s Gearing Up!
Jeff Duke
A driver with DriveAway, known for his cowboy hat and boots.
DriveAway
Episode: Celebrating Drivers
Marcy Taylor
Co-founder of Bennett Motor Express
Bennett Motor Express
Episode: How Bennett Began Part 01
David Lowry
Key member of Bennett Motor Express
Bennett Motor Express
Episode: How Bennett Began Part 01

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Lee Gentry
Host of Transportation Nation; affiliated with Bennett Family of Companies
Caitlin Flaukes
Co-host of Transportation Nation; frequent co-host alongside Lee Gentry

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Bennett Presents: Trucking Policy, Safety, and Immigration Trends with David Heller (Part 2)
Q: If you could deliver one message to regulators, what would it be?
Communication is crucial to prevent unintended consequences from enforcement or policy changes.
Bennett Presents: Trucking Policy, Safety, and Immigration Trends with David Heller (Part 2)
Q: What separates carriers prepared for regulatory challenges from those who will struggle?
Carriers that show up, engage in safety discussions, and maintain compliance will succeed, while those ignoring regulations will face challenges.
Celebrating Drivers
Q: What advice would you give to an up-and-coming female driver?
Don't let your peers or other drivers intimidate you; focus on your passion and don't let others manipulate you.
How Bennett Began Part 02
Q: What keeps you up at night and what gets you up in the morning?
Worrying about the safety of drivers keeps them up, while having a purpose and passion for working with people gets them up in the morning.
How Bennett Began Part 02
Q: What's been the key to grow in this company and scaling it without losing that family culture?
Maintaining a family-oriented culture while hiring good people is crucial for the company's success.

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Transportation Nation centers on the trucking and logistics ecosystem, with episodes that weave policy, safety, technology, operations, and philanthropy into practical discussions for industry professionals. Recent episodes frequently feature executives from owner-operator fleets and family-owned transportation companies, policy experts, and drivers, exploring topics like federal regulations, infrastructure funding, immigration rules affecting driver recruitment, parking and hours-of-service, and the role of trucking in holiday logistics and charitable initiatives. A notable throughline is the emphasis on people—drivers, company families, and charity partners—alongside technology and policy shifts shaping the industry. The show often pairs ... more

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1. David Heller
2. Marcia G. Taylor
3. Lynette Mathis
4. Karen Wisterup
5. David Pittman
6. Evan Steger
7. Jeff Duke
8. Marcy Taylor

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