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The Oakley Podcast

Oakley Trucking

The Oakley Podcast is a trucking industry podcast that educates and empowers owner-operators by providing relevant industry, market, and company news in a digestible audio format.

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00:20:52

81: What Makes a Great Truck Driver?

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/10/20

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Update: Year of Service and Safety Awards (3:28)Top qualities in an Oakley owner-operator (6:27)The importance of staying healthy (13:54)Problem solving on the fly (15:59)Dealing with challenges of getting trucks and truck parts (18:40)Thank you Corey, Dustin, and Kent for handling this week’s discussion on the Oakley Podcast. Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more

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00:38:20

80: What's it Like Riding with an Owner-Operator for...

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/10/13

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Update: speeding; Oakley owner-operator acknowledgment (2:37)Introducing Alex and Hunter (8:15)Connecting with a driver (10:44)Alex’s early start on the first day on the road (12:24)Total miles covered (15:25)Overall impressions from the trip (19:48)Hunter’s trip took him to a Great Lake for the first time (21:24)Handling red lights at weigh stations (27:03)Dealing with four-wheel drivers in various cities (31:07)Eating good on the road (34:22)Thank

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00:40:17

79: How’s the Trucking Business? Insights from Oakley...

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/10/06

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Update: Remembering Jim Lane (2:03)Incredibly busy for all divisions at Oakley (7:05)A great time to make money in trucking (14:10)Planning loads from a dispatch perspective (15:30)Needing a good place to unload (21:05)Current needs in the Midwest (23:51)How many more trucks Oakley needs (28:34)Work with the larger Bruce Oakley, Inc. (33:09)Jobs in the Baton Rouge area (37:33)Thank you gentlemen for giving us the latest scoop on the trucking

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00:26:51

78: Why Are There So Few Female Owner-Operators in...

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/09/29

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Update: automatic transmissions, swapping divisions, owner-operator shoutout (1:48)Introduction to Alisha and her background in trucking (5:50)Recognizing the female owner-operators at Oakley (10:37)Feeling safe on the road (11:50)Encouraging women to take the next step to become a truck driver (14:07)Interesting places Alisha has visited on the road (19:28)Typical day on the road (20:10)How Alisha found out about working at Oakley (23:26)Thank you

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00:45:54

77: Arrow Truck Sales: Relationships Mean A Lot

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/09/22

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Update: ELD update and owner-operator shout out (2:45)Introduction to today’s guests (5:43)The beginning of Oakley and Arrow’s relationship (8:13)The process of purchasing a truck from Arrow (15:09)Accepting trade-ins of a variety of vehicles (18:28)Models of trucks Arrow sells (26:15)Success stories (27:34)Used truck considerations (32:18)Making sure the first-time buyer is taken care of (41:03)Thank you Trae and Keith for driving down and spending

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00:30:15

76: Expressing Our Thanks to Owner-Operators During...

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/09/15

We asked each of our guests these three questions:What do owner-operators do for our business?How would you describe an Oakley owner-operator?What do you admire/respect about a truck driver’s job?From everyone at the Oakley Podcast, we are so grateful for all of our truck drivers, for your dedication, your sacrifices, and your commitment.Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website:

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00:33:06

75: Updates on ELD’s and Other Safety Information

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/09/08

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00:31:50

74: What Do the Young Bucks Think About Trucking?

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/09/01

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Trucking update: company party and truck driver appreciation week information (2:00)Encouraging young people to consider careers in trucking (6:32)How to reach a new audience (15:12)Clay’s business (21:33)Recognizing and appreciating drivers (25:04)Thank you Clay for joining the show today and sharing your perspective.Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information,

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00:50:27

73: Pilot Travel Center Benefits with Jason Holland

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/08/25

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Trucking update: driver appreciation week and owner-operator recognition (1:41)Introduction to Jason, bass fishing, duck hunting, and podcasting (5:40)The low-down on fuel and biodiesel blends (11:19)The Oakley deal for Pilot Flying J fuel rewards (23:12)Parking solutions (29:28)How the app saves drivers time (33:50)Renovations at truck stops across the country (41:08)Thank you Jason for stopping by the show today and for discussing benefits for our

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00:30:03

72: Oakley Trucking Through the Eyes of a Customer

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/08/18

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Trucking update: Baton Rouge dedicated route and 2290 filing (3:19)Introduction to Crystal and Malarkey (9:08)Malarkey’s connection with Oakley (12:53)The importance of the relationship with the unloaders and the owner-operators (15:02)The havoc caused by contaminated loads (18:46)Malarkey’s smog reducing shingle (23:30)Thank you Crystal for your business and for hopping on the show today.Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking

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00:35:26

71: The Nuts and Bolts of Oakley’s Shop

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/08/11

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Trucking update: owner-operator shoutouts and Flying J discounts (2:39)Re-introducing Toby to the show (5:43)The differences in the level one and annual inspections (6:31)Managing trailer inventory (12:00)Customizing dumps for Oakley (14:33)Being full staffed at the wash shop (18:19)Getting trailers worked on quickly (23:45)Drivers are proud of their trucks and expect the best protections for them (26:19)Automatic transmissions and the compatibility

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00:36:06

70: What does Oakley Dispatch Have to Say?

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/08/04

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Trucking update: keeping up with expiring physicals, inspections and more (2:40)Nick’s been at Oakley for more than 13 years (5:48)Manuel’s career at Oakley goes back over seven years (7:54)Daily priorities in Oakley operations (9:01)Communicating with 52 drivers as a dispatcher (11:37)Juggling different needs (14:33)Dump freight’s explosion this year (16:05)Where drivers live and sending them home loaded (19:11)Consistent earnings at Oakley

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00:46:30

69: Where Are All the Trucks?

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/07/28

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley Trucking update: Vaccination bonus, trailer parking, and driver profile (1:58)Re-introducing Todd (7:05)Adam’s background (8:21)MHC’s relationship with Oakley Trucking over the years (9:29)Buying a truck used to be a more simple process (14:46)Browsing inventory on the website and placing a deposit (21:01)Current lead time on getting a special order truck (24:05)Trucks in MHC’s inventory and their warranties (27:07)Part shortage delays

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00:38:51

68: What Does It Take to Get Leased on with Oakley...

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/07/21

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley update and vaccination bonus (2:20)Honoring Winston “Yamaha” Guest for helping a driver get off of train tracks (4:27)Introducing Dustin (12:06)Introducing Kent (12:47)Requirements for getting leased on with Oakley and the experience needed (14:26)The kind of truck needed (16:46)Disqualifications on driving record (17:33)Questions about home location and home time (20:44)What Dustin and Kent do when they receive an application (22:58)The state of

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00:39:38

67: Have you ever made a bad trucking decision?

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/07/14

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley updates and driver profile segment (2:50)Introducing Gary and Matt (5:29)Why they left Oakley initially (9:28)Getting back on board with Oakley (11:42)Creating a flexible schedule (19:31)Discussing the rehire process (21:44)Benefiting from the new pay raise (28:35)Don’t be afraid to call about coming back (32:58)Thank you, Gary and Matt for joining the show today to talk about returning to Oakley.Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated

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00:39:32

66: Arkansas Trucking Association, How are they...

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/07/07

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Oakley update and driver profile segment (1:37)Introduction to Shannon and her background (5:37)Shannon transitioned from studying accounting to being with the Arkansas Trucking Association for the past 18 years (7:42)Introducing commercial truck driving into schools (11:06)Dealing with a shortage of drivers (14:38)Trends in carrier consolidation and contraction (18:53)Not having a spot for 18-21-year-old drivers because of interstate restrictions

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00:33:57

65: Finding Success as an Owner-Operator with Ted Jansen

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/06/30

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Driver profile segment (2:30)Introducing Ted (4:20)Looking for the perfect truck (7:47)The importance of the load (13:14)Interacting with customers (15:59)Asking questions about safety (19:34)Learning about the industry (23:23)Advice about taxes, planning for retirement, finding a hobby (28:18)Thank you Ted for coming on the show to highlight your experiences and for offering important advice for current and future Oakley drivers.Oakley Trucking is a

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01:07:44

64: Do you Believe in Miracles? A Must Listen

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/06/23

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Driver profile segment (2:30)Introducing Jeff and Lorita (4:59)Jeff’s fever kept climbing and led to seizures and required him to be put on a ventilator (8:37)Trusting God to take care of them and how so many people reached out to meet their needs (16:29)When Jeff finally came to, he experienced serious problems with his lungs (19:22)The best and worst day was all in the same day for Jeff (26:01)Having to learn to rely on someone else when you’re used to

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00:33:27

63: How Can You Afford a Brand New 2022 Peterbilt?

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/06/16

Key topics in today’s conversation include:Need to Know with Vickie Chastain: driver shortages (2:02)Introducing Anthony and Alicia (5:38)Buying a new truck and trying to get a new one every four years (6:49)Dealing with health scares (11:04)Anthony’s routes (14:10)Friendships at Oakley (18:03)Going home every weekend (24:10)Using the annual bonus (28:29)Thank you Anthony and Alicia for coming on the show to share your experiences as a couple and about life behind the wheel.Oakley Trucking is a

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00:35:36

62: Oakley Fertilizer, The Ins and Outs

The Oakley Podcast ·

2021/06/09

Key topics in today’s conversation include:New driver highlight segment (1:50)Bubba's history at Oakley since 1993 (4:04)Oakley's various ports (7:04)Fertilizer from start to finish (9:40)Fertilizer also handles deicing products (20:33)International imports and exports in the fertilizer division (25:04)Bright future for Oakley Fertilize (30:39)Thank you, Bubba, for showing a different side of Oakley on today's podcast.Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in

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