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Overdrive Radio

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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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"Every day had an episode like that along the way. It was just the high, and the low." --XPO driver David May, reflecting on the roller coaster of emotion hauling in the Maine-to-Arlington Naitonal Cemetery run of Wreaths Across America Off the top o... more

As you'll hear off the top of this week's Overdrive Radio podcast, this “exit interviews” part 2 in our final run to conclude Overdrive's Trucker of the Year competition for 2025 features an all-flatbedders group. You’ll hear a bit of what some call ... more

December’s here, and it’s time for the big push through to 2026 and opportunity a new year always brings a business owner to set goals, to lay plans and start acting on them. Yet as you’ll hear in this edition of Overdrive Radio, it’s also true that ... more

Off the top of the Overdrive Radio podcast this week is the voice of fuel-payments provider Wex's Vice President of Global Anti-Financial Crimes William Fitzgerald, laying out a 1 in 12,000 transaction rate for detection of fraud over the company's e... more

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Recent Guests

John Penn
Owner-operator based in Orleans, Indiana, specializing in freight hauling with a focus on efficiency and fuel economy.
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Raman Dhillon
Leader of the North American Punjabi Trucking Association, advocating for better training and practices in trucking for immigrant drivers.
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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
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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
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Episode: Truck-ownership traditions staying alive: Owner-operators Lucas Zach, Harlan Martin
James Year
Photojournalist and filmmaker
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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.
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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

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

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 32 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 States4 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 States5 years ago

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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.

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It brings back many memories and emphasizes the sacrifices that many have made, including those who gave their lives.
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Q: When you think about the fact that Veterans Day exists, what's the experience of that when it comes around every year for you?
For me, Veterans Day is just another day to reflect on those who sacrificed more than I did and to appreciate their efforts.
Roadside war stories, camaraderie, truck-ownership advice: Small Fleet Champs deliver
Q: What are your thoughts on the current insurance rates affecting your business?
Scott Denmark explains that insurance rates have increased significantly due to regulatory changes in North Carolina, heavily impacting their operational costs.
Roadside war stories, camaraderie, truck-ownership advice: Small Fleet Champs deliver
Q: What kind of investments do you put into being able to do tire services?
Clifford Hay shares he makes investments in equipment like jacks and tire mounting tools to do most tire services himself, which has saved him thousands in road service costs.
'Be the best': Lofty goals, success in execution mark owner-op John Treadway's long career
Q: What do you think has been one of the biggest keys to maintaining your customer relationships?
A lot of luck, dedication, and the ability to provide consistent service.

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

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