Ask The Trucker "LIVE" w/Allen Smith

Concealed Weapon Permit and the CDL Truck Driver

May 11, 2009 23:30 - 1 hour - 20.6 MB

With the safety of truck drivers becoming an important issue today, are Constitutional Rights being violated by not allowing professional CDL truck drivers to carry a firearm in the truck with them? Even with a concealed weapon permit, honored by most states, why are our truckers not allowed the right to defend themselves if faced with a life and death situation? Allen opens up the lines for discussion about this very HOT topic!

Owner Operators: How to be More Successful in Trucking

May 05, 2009 23:30 - 1 hour - 13.6 MB

When freight forwarding giant, DHL from their Atlanta, GA office, pulled out of the U.S. they called Jack Martin for help in training. Owner of A1 Freight Broker Training. Jack Martin is the recognized leader and returns as our special guest. Discussing how to build your own customer base, the importance of checking credit and the outlook of freight and factors for the new incoming truck driver, we'll take a look, once again, at how you can be a more successful owner operator with your own fr...

NAFTA - Socialism or Capitalism?

May 03, 2009 20:00 - 1 hour - 20.6 MB

Since its conception in 1993 and implementation in 1994, NAFTA has resulted in the loss of millions of jobs for U.S. workers. Although U.S. domestic exports to its NAFTA partners have increased, NAFTA has led to job losses in all 50 states. Allen and co-host Barry Szczucki, takes a hard look at NAFTA and its future effects on the U.S. trucking industry.

Virginia Law Enforcement Breaking Federal Trucking Laws

April 15, 2009 23:00 - 2 hours - 27.5 MB

Jeffrey Caldwell, Chief of Communications VDOT is our special guest. Truck drivers stopping for the Federal mandatory 10 hour break in the state of Virginia rest areas are being woke up after two hours by law enforcement officials and are told that they have to move. Allen looks at this hot topic as the state plans on closing major rest areas and why law enforcement is actually breaking the law when they force weary drivers to move on. Fred and JB Schaffner of The American Driver will join...

Owner Operator and the Lease Purchase Programs

April 13, 2009 23:30 - 1 hour - 13.8 MB

Are you wanting to become a truck owner operator and considering the trucking companies lease purchase program? Have you been told you can make $100,000 plus per year as an owner operator? No credit check, no money down, own your own truck through one of the trucking lease purchase programs? 35 year trucking veteran and 14 year owner 0perator, Allen Smith explains the facts about truck ownership through lease purchase and wants you to fully understand the Federal Truth in Leasing Law.

Truck Driving Jobs in a Downward Economy

April 07, 2009 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.5 MB

You've gone to the CDL school, made it through the course, have your CDL in hand and nobody will hire you. Trucking companies want experience, but if nobody will hire you, how do you get the experience? You were "pre-hired" for truck driving jobs, but that turned out to be false also. Come join in the conversation as Allen looks at the current state of the economy and what it means for students and recent CDL graduates. Ken Bons of Eagle Training Services, Inc., is scheduled to call in.

Trucker Sunday Show - Green Freedom Online

April 05, 2009 20:00 - 1 hour - 13.9 MB

Allen features the pre-launch of co-host Barry Szczucki's website: http://www.relyonyourself.com - a site that will be "Dedicated to helping people to achieve energy, health and food independence in an urban environment."

Trucking and the Future of BioFuels

March 22, 2009 19:00 - 1 hour - 20.3 MB

With OPEC constantly manipulating the oil market in an effort to drive up prices, the trucking industry needs a reliable and affordable source of energy to power the big rigs down the highway. Truth About Trucking “LIVE” welcomes special guest expert, Chet Szczucki. Chet received his B.S. degree in Chemistry from Rider University and works professionally in the area of Environmental Chemistry and Pollution Control for both Industrial and Municipal applications. He has presented works on ...

Employee Free Choice Act - DEBATE

March 09, 2009 23:00 - 1 hour - 14.1 MB

Should employees have the right to form a union? The Employee Free Choice Act would allow workers, not corporations, to choose whether and how they want to form a union. Special guests: People's Weekly World Labor Editor, John Wojcik, Employment Law Attorney Eric Meyer and 15 year trucking veteran, Damien, as Truth About Trucking "LIVE" sets the stage for a showdown debate!

Trucker Sunday Show - CAP and TRADE

March 08, 2009 19:00 - 1 hour - 20.5 MB

The Cap and Trade Program is a Governmental program to trade carbon emissions for dollars to the Federal Government. Are the politicians wanting to save the Planet...or just trying to clean out our wallets? Join Allen and Co-Host, Barry Szczucki as they kick off the first of a regular Truth About Trucking "LIVE" series - The Trucker Sunday Show!

TRUCKING secrets EXPOSED!

February 22, 2009 23:00 - 2 hours - 27.5 MB

How serious is harassment against female truck drivers? From trucking companies and male driver trainers, you just may be surprised to hear how some companies and drivers are treating many of our women in trucking. Join Allen and Donna, along with special guest, Trucker Desiree, as they blow the lid off of one of trucking's dirty little secrets. Other topics will include the California Air Resources Board (CARB) proposal for tighter emission and air quality control, certain to effect many...

TRUCKERS

February 15, 2009 20:00 - 1 hour - 20.6 MB

Trucker. One simple word, yet it creates a multitude of images in our minds: The outlaw, the loner, the renegade ... one individual who won't take anything from anybody. Truckers have a rough lifestyle. A life that very few people can even comprehend. A lifestyle, that not many could even handle. Faced with stressful situations on a daily basis, what can truckers do to maintain a healthy and happy state of mind. Is it possible to just be "happy" with the life as a trucker? Allen, along wit...

TRUCKING JOBS

February 10, 2009 00:30 - 1 hour - 13.6 MB

Freight hauling...Over the Road...OTR...Long Haul Trucking...whatever you want to call it - how "bad" is it, really? There has to be some "good" to over the road trucking jobs, right? If it was all bad, then why make it a career? Allen looks back at his 30 years in trucking and discusses why he has remained in an industry plagued with so many lies and scams. Opening up the phone lines to take callers questions, Allen will also look at the current economic conditions and what it means for t...

Truck Driving Stress

February 01, 2009 20:00 - 1 hour - 13.8 MB

SUPERBOWL SUNDAY SPECIAL! Stress can be "The Final Frontier" for a professional truck driver. Traffic jams, snow storms, fog, blinding rain...all of these can make the life of a truck driver a stressful event. Barry Szczucki joins Allen as co-host for an exploration of the serious and not so serious side of truck driving stress on the road, and ways of dealing with it...plus, you'll still be able to catch the Super Bowl! LISTEN in to learn how you can win our 3 BOOK SPECIAL download for FREE...

GLUTATHIONE - Trucking to Better Health

January 28, 2009 00:30 - 1 hour - 13.8 MB

Glutathione is the most powerful antioxidant known to man. With a background in Medical Research, Donna joins Allen as Co-Host for this special "truckers health" segment, explaining why Glutathione should be a part of every truck drivers' daily routine. http://www.max4truckerhealth.com

Truckers DAC Report

January 13, 2009 00:30 - 45 minutes - 10 MB

Allen discusses the truck driver DAC report . . . who they are, how to contact, what they do and the importance of keeping your DAC report clean - as well as Truth About Trucking's plans to bring about changes to this agency, by going straight to Congress with the Stop False DAC Reporting petition.

Trucking - The Hidden Dangers of Over The Counter Drugs

January 06, 2009 01:30 - 1 hour - 13.7 MB

Aspirin, Ibuprofin, Sudafed, Nyquil...over the counter medicines that seem harmless. However, taken improperly or with other medications can lead to devastating consequences. Let's start the New Year off in the right way! Understanding the side effects of certain drugs, including the seemingly safe, OTC medicines, can only lead to a healthier and safer truck driving career.

The Problem with Trucking Forums - Test Show

December 31, 2008 04:00 - 15 minutes - 3.19 MB

As Allen performs a short test for Truth About Trucking "LIVE" - he briefly speaks about key problems concerning various trucking forums, and what you, as a student or new driver, should keep in mind when using trucking forums as a source for information.

TRUCK DRIVING MYTHS AND MORE

December 02, 2008 01:00 - 1 hour - 13.8 MB

The color of your car plays a key role in getting stopped by an officer? Having a gravity-fed fuel tank is illegal? Gas engines are more powerful than diesel engines? If I choose not to wear a seat belt, it's my choice...it won't hurt anyone else? What is truth and what is myth? From "drafting" behind a big rig to increase fuel mileage to you won't have to pay the ticket if the officer writes down your hair color wrong...Truth About Trucking "LIVE" looks at busting myths about trucking and ...

TRUCK DRIVING OVERSEAS

November 18, 2008 00:00 - 1 hour - 11.4 MB

Have you ever thought about working as a driver overseas? How does it work? Who can you contact? What is the pay like? Allen investigates this "other side" of a career in trucking.

DUI's, FELONIES, and OTHER VIOLATIONS

November 12, 2008 00:30 - 1 hour - 13.7 MB

Before heading to a truck driving school and spending the fee for your CDL license, it is imperative that you first understand the hiring requirements by both trucking companies and their insurance carriers. Let's be certain that you are 100% hireable BEFORE you invest the time and money in a CDL. Can you really get a CDL with a DUI or felony on your record? Allen looks at the hiring process and how various violations can affect your chances of becoming a professional truck driver. Looking...

FREE CDL TRAINING

October 29, 2008 00:00 - 1 hour - 13.6 MB

You've seen the ads for free CDL training, but is it true? Is there any way that you can receive your CDL training for free? \ Allen looks at the CDL process and separates fact from fiction and further explains why you should not attempt to receive your CDL license on your own without proper training through a truck driving school.

HOW TO GET YOUR CDL FOR UNDER $500

October 22, 2008 00:30 - 1 hour - 13.4 MB

The Class A CDL License. Is there a way to get your CDL license without paying thousands of dollars? Actually, YES THERE IS! Allen reveals the steps one can take in order to obtain the CDL license for under $500...but is it what you really want to do?

TRUCK DRIVING JOBS

October 14, 2008 23:30 - 1 hour - 13.6 MB

When considering a career in trucking, there are many questions and concerns a newcomer will have when searching for the best truck driving jobs. For this show, Allen opens up his email vault and answers some of the hundreds of questions he receives on a weekly basis. Listeners are encouraged to call in with their questions for this special Q&A broadcast.

The History of Trucking

October 01, 2008 00:30 - 1 hour - 11.5 MB

Allen talks about the history of trucking, detailing interesting and sometimes humorous facts about the industry. Guests are encouraged to call in and share their trucking experiences . . . what is the funniest thing that has ever happened to you while out on the road? . . . what is the worst thing that has ever happened? . . . the most exciting? . . . time to just lay back and have a little fun discussing the trucking life.

TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOLS - ARE YOU THE BEST OF THE BEST?

September 15, 2008 23:00 - 1 hour - 13.7 MB

As a student, how can you be certain the truck driving school you've chosen is reliable? What makes a CDL training school one of the best? Ken Bons is founder of Eagle Training Services, Inc. of Lake in the Hills, Illinois. With another location in Rockford, IL and in partnership with Harper College and McHenry County College, he and his staff operates one of the most successful and highly regarded truck driving schools in the country. Allen welcomes Mr. Bons to the show to give insight as to...

TOLL TAXES TAKE THEIR "TOLL" ON TRUCKERS

September 08, 2008 22:00 - 1 hour - 13.8 MB

Former Orange County Mayoral candidate and activist, Sally Baptiste, discusses her goal to "get people involved, informed, to force reform in Transportation and to reduce the level of Governmental corruption." Born and raised in Orlando, Florida, she majored in Business at VCC and UCF and is a Sr. Business/Business Systems Analyst, and was elected to the Orange County Soil & Water Conservation district in 2004. She has spent years researching and analyzing the cost of Transportation, and ha...

Ellen Voie Discusses - WOMEN IN TRUCKING

August 26, 2008 19:00 - 30 minutes - 6.9 MB

Ellen Voie is the President/CEO of the Women in Trucking Association - Their mission statement says it all : "Women In Trucking was established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women in trucking". Ellen serves on the Board of Directors of the Wisconsin Motor Carrier Association and was involved in adapting the Wisconsin Driver's Manual. She is the recipient of the Skinner Humanitarian award, which...

IS TRUCKING RIGHT FOR YOU?

August 17, 2008 22:00 - 30 minutes - 6.47 MB

Are you considering a career in trucking? What can you expect as a professional over the road "trucker?" How do you know if trucking is the career for you? Allen shares his thoughts on how to determine if this profession is the right choice for you.

HazMat Operations

August 09, 2008 18:00 - 1 hour - 13.7 MB

For the shows debut, Allen is joined by HazMat expert, Barry Szczucki, discussing the dangers of hazardous material operations and the do's and dont's of the industry. Specializing in the Petroleum Industry, the high cost of fuel effecting all owner operators will also be discussed, and Mr. Szczucki gives his outlook on where he believes fuel prices are headed.

Welcome Invitation

July 21, 2008 18:00 - 15 minutes - 3.45 MB

Host Allen Smith extends invitation to all to join in on the debut of Truth About Trucking "LIVE."