Miles and Mentors Trucking Podcast

09/24/2025

Fleet owners, don’t miss this one. Rob Carpenter is back to share what every growing carrier needs to know about hiring drivers the right way. From cutting through red flags to preventing catastrophic mistakes, this is the real-world hiring advice most fleets learn too late.

We’re talking clearinghouse checks, PSP vs MVR, road tests, vetting systems, and the mindset shift from driver to fleet leader. If you're growing a team or even thinking about it, Rob’s insights could save your reputation and your bottom line.

09/17/2025

Join us for a live conversation with Wolfgang LaMarca, a logistics veteran who rose from dispatcher to global strategist. Broadcasting from Hong Kong, Wolfgang shares real-world insights from decades in international freight, supply chain leadership, and transport innovation.

We’ll explore how technology, networking, and global thinking are shaping the future of trucking and logistics. From his early days on the dispatch desk to advising multibillion-dollar firms, Wolfgang brings the kind of grounded wisdom every fleet owner and logistics pro can learn from.

If you're in the trucking business and want a broader view of where the industry is headed, this livestream is for you.

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09/11/2025

From Uzbekistan to U.S. Fleet Owner: Bek's Journey in Trucking
What does it take to build a trucking company from the ground up in a new country?

Join us as Bek, founder of Bek Logistics, shares his powerful story of immigrating to the U.S. in his 50s and launching a successful multi-truck operation. From navigating international freight challenges to developing a health-focused app for drivers, Bek's journey is filled with resilience, insight, and real-world advice for aspiring owner-operators.

� Topics include fleet growth, compliance, driver health, technology tools, and practical business guidance for new trucking entrepreneurs.
� Catch this inspiring conversation live and bring your questions.

09/11/2025

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09/10/2025

08/22/2025

08/21/2025

Really bummed to share that Hoyt Moore of Hoyt's Truck Center and its connected brands has sadly passed away.

Hoyt joined us back on Episode 5 of the podcast, one of our earliest guests, taking a chance on a brand new show that hadn’t yet proven itself. In doing so, he brought a wealth of trucking industry knowledge, sharp insight, and genuine generosity to the table. It was immediately clear we had only scratched the surface of what Hoyt could share. Honestly, we could’ve done 20 more episodes with him and still learned something new each time.

It’s truly unfortunate we won’t get that opportunity, but we are grateful for the time we did have. His contributions to the trucking world and the people in it will be remembered and appreciated for years to come.

We send our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the entire Hoyt’s Truck Center team.

For those who wish to pay respects or learn more:
https://www.penwellgabeltopeka.com/obituaries/g-moore?fbclid=IwY2xjawMUcxRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHvyn3f9To7scoLxWskW5urjtiZTZZco7GcFbbz8aeBH1pMRZTnvXeAQIXd3V_aem_s6RynsHYHcAvsFpsPWjO4Q

View G. Hoyt Moore's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/13/2025

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08/13/2025

What does it really take to train a confident, road-ready CDL driver in today’s world?

Join us live with Ed Kimes and Darrell Spitzer from Eastern Wyoming College as we dive into what makes their CDL program stand out in a sea of shortcut schools. From hands-on mentorship to real mountain-road readiness, this conversation explores how they’re raising the bar for driver education.

Whether you're a future driver, fleet recruiter, or just care about the future of trucking, this is one livestream you don’t want to miss.

Drop your questions in the chat. Let’s talk trucking, training, and building professionals behind the wheel.

07/31/2025

Join us live with Robert Bain, known across the industry as the strongest man in logistics. From building brokerages to launching Uber Freight, Robert has turned physical strength and mental discipline into a powerful freight leadership brand.

We’re talking ownership, mindset, tech, and what it really takes to grow in this business. Whether you're a fleet builder, operations leader, or just need a reset, this is one you don't want to miss.

Ask your questions live and tap into the mindset that keeps trucks and careers moving forward.

07/16/2025

Carrier capacity can be hard to find when you’re moving freight with strict requirements. Kristy Knichel shares how her team solves these challenges in real time using LinkedIn. One of her operators recently posted looking for help with liquor loads in specific lanes. Kristy reshared it and tagged her, knowing her network would deliver. Within hours they found the right carrier.

Listen to the full episode
https://milesandmentorspodcast.com/episodes/045/

07/15/2025

Will Hopkins of Blackbox Logistics talks about how social media has changed the trucking industry, especially since COVID.

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