Episodes

In a very special Rollin’ With Roland segment, our podcast catches up with Brian Singelais, a beloved member of the NTDC family. Two-Time NTDC Grand Champion Roland Bolduc recently had the opportunity to visit with Brian, who looked back on a great career in trucking that was highlighted by his 2015 National Championship in the 5-Axle Tanker Division. As you will hear, Brian shares how he got involved in the Singelais family tradition of trucking and how he found his way to competitive precision...

In this edition of the podcast, you’ll get to know Greg Ryan as we bring you another segment in our National Champions series from last year’s NTDC in Indianapolis. As you will hear, Greg is the reigning National Champion in the Sleeper Berth Division. Transport Topics Senior Reporter Eugene Mulero spent some time with Greg talking about his long involvement with the competition at both the state and national levels. Greg offers some terrific insights on the benefits of precision driving competi...

We are thrilled to introduce a new segment on the podcast with our first Rollin’ With Roland feature interview. As you will hear, two-time NTDC Grand Champion Roland Bolduc sits down to have a competitor-to-competitor conversation with Richard Sweeney. A perennial member of the NTDC field and a model of driving excellence from the state of Massachusetts, Rich was selected as the recipient of the Neill Darmstadter Professional Excellence Award during NTDC 2024. Roland, who is Rich’s long-time tra...

As we begin to look toward the State Truck Driving Championships to begin the first miles on the road to NTDC 2025 in Minneapolis, our podcast thought it would be an ideal time to roll back the clock. This episode will allow us to actually do a rewind to Championship Saturday Morning last year in Indianapolis. At NTDC 2024, we had an opportunity to be on the arena floor during the Parade of Champions. In this edition of the podcast, you will hear what is a time capsule of some great conversation...

Our National Champions Series continues on the podcast as we spend time with Brandon Hardy, the reigning NTDC champion in the 5-Axle division. You will hear Eugene Mulero’s in-depth conversation that covers Brandon’s career in trucking and his experiences within precision driving that led to his title run at NTDC 2024 in Indianapolis. Along with hearing Brandon’s reflections on becoming a national champion, this episode also explores the importance of preparation, staying humble and consistently...

Joe Hicks, a proud product of Rhode Island, is in the spotlight for this National Champions edition of the podcast. You will hear Joe talk about his title win in the Four-Axle Division at NTDC 2024 with Eugene Mulero, co-host of the podcast and a Senior Reporter with Transport Topics. The episode highlights Joe’s journey from Rookie of the Year in 2010 to his championship win in Indianapolis. As you’ll hear, Joe discusses his training techniques, competitive spirit and the close-knit community w...

In this National Champions Series Edition of the podcast, we will be spending time with Dave Mogler, who brought home the top trophy in the three-axle division during NTDC 2024. Dave was also the captain of Team Colorado, which earned the State Champion honors at the 2024 NTDC event. You will hear Dave discuss how he was inspired by the sterling example of his father who successfully navigated his way to an accident-free, 45-year driving career in the trucking industry. For the past 42 years, Da...

The time has arrived to officially start our podcast journey toward NTDC 2025 and the road to Minneapolis. The first mile of the trip begins with our interview with Jacob Pierce from the American Trucking Associations. Jacob is an Executive Director for ATA overseeing the Safety Management Council and the Transportation Security Council. For anyone new to the NTDC and new to our podcast, Jacob is the point person on staff at ATA serving as the liaison for the National Truck Driving & National St...

NTDC Straight Truck title holder Jim Kohr is in the spotlight during this 2024 National Champions edition of the podcast. While Jim is no stranger to the NTDC and the Final Five Run-Off, 2024 marks the first time that Jim claimed a national championship. Ironically, as Jim shares, he claimed his initial national title in his final run within the straight truck division. During our conversation with Jim, you’ll hear about his journey in trucking, the inspiration he drew from his first TDC experi...

Our National Champions Interview Series continues on the podcast as Connor Dent joins us to discuss winning the 2024 NTDC Twins Title at the age of 25. As you will hear, Connor shares his passion for truck driving, his journey to becoming a national champion and his enthusiastic outlook for future state and national competitions. The conversation also highlights Connor’s dedication, the supportive truck driving community and his aspirations to inspire the next generation of drivers. The post Yo...

As Thanksgiving Day approaches, our podcast takes some time to reflect on the past year and the tremendous support of our listeners. Also, in this episode, you will hear the first segment in our National Champions Series as we begin to feature the nine professional drivers who earned the title of National Champion at NTDC 2024. We will be starting this series with an onsite visit talking to NTDC 2024 Grand Champion Jackie Reed, the National Champion in the Tanker Division. PodWheels Executive Pr...

In this can’t miss episode, our podcast returns after a brief break to feature the first in-depth interview with Jackie Reed, the Grand Champion of NTDC 2024. Jackie spoke with Transport Topics Senior Reporter Eugene Mulero. The interview featured in this episode took place as the initial excitement over Jackie’s first national title in the Tanker Class had also started to become the reality of claiming the Grand Champ’s title. You’ll also hear part of the conversation that PodWheels Executive P...

This episode of our series spotlights two moving moments from Championship Saturday at NTDC 2024. Once you hear them, you’ll know they are moments that call on us to pause and reflect on the immense talents of professional truck drivers. As the industry and the country celebrate National Truck Driver Appreciation Week September 15-21, our podcast wanted to share a great performance of the National Anthem by Dion Siaz, a Captain on America’s Road Team. We also wanted to highlight the heartfelt sp...

One of the many great parts of the National Truck Driving & National Step Van Driving Championships is that the event is held in the same location as the North American Inspectors Challenge (NAIC). Both competitions feature top professionals in their respective fields, and there’s always a tremendous level of respect and appreciation on display between the trucking industry and law enforcement during the NTDC and NAIC. That was definitely the case this year in Indianapolis. With this episode of ...

The Convoy Of Hope is familiar with answering the call for assistance. As an organization dedicated to feeding children throughout the world and a specialist in providing help with disaster response, the Convoy Of Hope knows how to get involved and lend a hand. Prior to NTDC 2024, Convoy Of Hope got a request from the event organizers about providing equipment to be used on the course in Indianapolis. Convoy Of Hope responded by providing equipment that included a well-appointed, dry-van trailer...

On Championship Saturday, XPO’s Wilbert Vano was pleasantly surprised when he spotted an old friend walk into the Indianapolis Convention Center as the championship drive-off round was taking place. Fellow XPO driver Carl Krites, who earned the 2010 National Grand Championship with his mother in the stands cheering him to victory, was making his first visit to the NTDC in many years. Born in a small town in Ohio, Carl had many family and friends on hand when he won it all in Columbus 14 years ag...

In this onsite conversation with Jimmy Mac of the Dave Nemo Show, Antoine Sadler and Anthony Tirone share their respective journeys within the trucking industry and the paths that brought them to be selected as America’s Road Team Captains earlier this year. As you will hear, Antoine and Anthony, who are both part of the Wal-Mart Transportation fleet, understand the honor that comes with becoming a Road Team Captain and they each value the responsibility that comes with being a professional driv...

Pete Palczynski has dedicated his working life to two of America’s essential industries – farming and trucking. During his visit with Jimmy Mac of the Dave Nemo Show onsite in Indianapolis, Pete discusses his lifelong passion for farming and truck driving. Pete shares how both roles contribute to supplying and feeding America. He also looks back at his journey to become a Captain on America’s Road Team, emphasizing the importance of camaraderie and connections within the trucking community. Pete...

Lindsay Trent from the Next Generation In Trucking Association joins Jimmy Mac from the Dave Nemo Show in this onsite segment at NTDC 2024. As you will hear, the conversation highlights NextGen Trucking’s efforts to introduce trucking programs in high schools. In fact, you’ll meet a high school senior who is participating in this program, sharing his personal journey of transferring schools to pursue a free CDL certification and his passion for mechanics and welding. This episode also covers the...

In this episode, Nate McCarty talks with Jimmy Mac of the Dave Nemo Show about his career journey that has been highlighted by serving in the military and excelling in the trucking industry. This year, Nate’s dedication to safety helped him win the Straight Truck Class State Championship in Colorado and qualifying to be a part of NTDC 2024. During his conversation with Jimmy, Nate shares his experiences navigating competition nerves, the value of the relationships formed through these events, an...

Ron Round, a veteran driver with 36 years of experience who continues to be inspired by the NTDC, joins Jimmy Mac from the Dave Nemo Show to talk about his career in trucking and his involvement in the Super Bowl of Safety. From watching his first precision driving competition to becoming the 2001 Rookie of the Year in Maine and competing annually ever since, Ron shares how the rigorous preparation and mental focus required for these competitions have helped to make him a better professional dri...

In this episode, Jimmy Mac from the Dave Nemo Show puts the spotlight on Ralph Garcia, a revered member of the truck driving community and a long-time contributor to the industry. Ralph shares his experiences from his early days in trucking, his involvement with Wreaths Across America, and his dedication to the Truck Driving Championships. As Ralph approaches retirement, he reflects on his health, his family that includes grandchildren and his plans to stay involved in the community. As you will...

It’s been exactly 20 years since Wayne Crowder became the one (and still only) person to win the National Grand Championship as a “rookie-rookie.” In this conversation with Jimmy Mac of the Dave Nemo Show, Wayne shares his remarkable journey in the truck driving championships, from his unexpected entry at the state level to achieving an incredible accomplishment on the national stage. Wayne also looks back on the impact of being involved in the competition in terms of sharpening driving skills a...

During his visit with Jimmy Mac of the Dave Nemo Show, ATA President and CEO Chris Spear offers the highest praise for the National Championships and the standard of safety excellence the NTDC competitors have set for the trucking industry. As you’ll hear, Chris discusses the impact of the championships on the individuals and their families, as well as the broader message of safety, efficiency, and the critical role of the trucking industry in the economy. Chris also notes the challenges and eff...