The trucking industry is always evolving – market forces shift, regulations change, and technology develops quickly, making it essential for carriers to stay informed about what’s ahead. Podcasts are a great way for busy transportation professionals to keep up-to-date on what’s happening.
In 2026, trucking podcasts cover an expansive range of topics and styles, and no matter if you’re a small fleet owner, aspiring driver, or supply chain professional, there’s a show for you.
Here are 10 trucking podcasts that are keeping trucking professionals informed and entertained in 2026.
1. What the Truck?!?
Available on: YouTube, Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, https://www.freightwaves.com/news/category/media/podcast/what-the-truck
Focus of show: Industry news, insights, tech, and trends.
WHAT THE TRUCK?!? focuses on the stories and experiences of people at the heart of the transportation industry, featuring conversations with CEOs, truckers, founders, VCs, brokers, and influencers about the biggest stories in transportation and logistics.
Recent 2025 episodes:
- Freight in Focus
- Doctor’s Orders
2. HDT Talks Trucking
Available on: Apple, Spotify, YouTube, truckinginfo.com/podcasts.
Focus of show: Innovation, regulation, and operational strategies.
A podcast providing knowledge and analysis on key topics including fleet management, safety, and technology, HDT Talks Trucking is an inside look at what’s happening in the industry and why it matters.
Recent 2025 episodes:
- Trucking’s Telematics Technology Crisis
- Navigating TMS Trends in Trucking: Tucker Freight Lines’ Journey
3. The Carrier Code Podcast
Available on: Apple, Spotify, YouTube, carriercodepodcast.com.
Focus of show: Stories, insights and conversations with transportation leaders.
This show, cohosted by Tenstreet’s own product expert Christy Choice and transportation advisor Rocco Mararri, is built for fleet leaders, executives, and supply chain decision-makers. Each episode delivers expert insights and real conversations on driver recruiting, retention, fleet management, safety, and the evolving Class A trucking industry.
Recent 2025 episodes:
- The Day Your Fleet Goes Down: Disaster Recovery & Continuity Plans Every Carrier Needs
- It’s About the People: Personal Stories of Growth & Gratitude in Trucking
4. Truck N’ Hustle
Available on: Apple, Spotify, YouTube, trucknhustle.com.
Focus of show: Business, strategy, entrepreneurial growth.
Truck N’ Hustle provides transportation, logistics, and supply chain professionals with strategies and practical guidance on how to build a career, grow a business, and expand successfully in the industry. Hosted by Rahmel Wattley, Truck N’ Hustle features interviews with entrepreneurs, industry experts, and business leaders who have experience and insight to share.
Recent 2025 episodes:
- How One Wrong Truck Part Can Cost Your Company Millions!
- Will Trucking “Survive” the US Trade War?
5. Trucking For Millennials
Available on: iHeartRadio, YouTube, Spotify, Apple, pdqamerica.com/trucking-for-millennials.
Focus of show: Industry issues and impacts on the next generation.
A podcast dedicated to examining the transportation industry from the perspective of the next generation of trucking professionals. Hosted by Michael Clements, Trucking For Millennials is a weekly discussion of how trucking’s younger generation is impacting the supply chain.
Recent 2025 episodes:
- Navigating the Complex World of Insurance and Cargo Claims with Claudia Catlett
- Balancing Regulations and ROI: The Future of Transportation with Apoorva Mathur
6. The Freight Break
Available on: YouTube, Spotify, Apple, youtube.com/@bcsfreightnetwork.
Focus of show: Market trends, business growth, and “freight therapy.”
The Freight Break, newly relaunched by Paul Gibson (one of the minds behind Sense Per Mile, which stopped recording in late 2025), offers real talk, advice, and insights for brokers, carriers, and anyone in freight, often focusing on market trends, growth, and “The Freight Therapist” segment for tough questions. Hosted on the BCS Freight network by Dan Lindsey (and sometimes Josh Hanes and Gibson), it’s a platform for navigating the chaotic freight world with expert discussions, addressing industry challenges like the freight recession and aiming to build stronger industry connections.
Recent 2026 episodes:
“Logos Don’t Close Deals in Freight, Relationships Do!”
Redefining Industry Standards Through Collaboration
7. The Lead Pedal Podcast for Truck Drivers
Available on: Apple, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartRadio, theleadpedalpodcast.com
Focus of show: Business, career success, lifestyle.
This time-tested podcast gives drivers and transportation professionals useful tips and informed perspectives on how to build and sustain a successful career in the industry. Host Bruce Outridge discusses a wide array of relevant trends and topics, including safety, driver health, leadership, and trucking culture.
Recent 2025 episodes:
- Cargo Theft in Trucking Part 1: The State of the Industry
- Cargo Theft in Trucking Part 2: Staying Secure as a Driver on the Road
8. Talk CDL Trucking Podcast
Available on: Apple, Spotify, YouTube, talkcdl.com.
Focus of show: Trends, news, and timely info for truckers.
TalkCDL covers what’s current in trucking with insightful analysis from industry professionals that’s both informative and entertaining.
Recent 2025 episodes:
- Can I Refuse an Inspection?
- Hottest Subject in Trucking
9. Miles and Mentors
Available on: Apple, Spotify, YouTube, iHeartRadio, milesandmentorspodcast.com.
Focus of show: Supporting new drivers.
Hosted by Alex Powers, the Miles and Mentors podcast debuted in 2024 as a forum for supporting new and aspiring truck drivers as they begin a career in the logistics industry. Even if you work for a carrier, this podcast can help you better understand the concerns of early-career drivers and work to better understand and retain them.
Recent 2025 episodes:
- Helping Drivers Think Like Business Owners
- Marketing That Actually Works for Owner Operators
10. Over The Road
Available on: Apple, Spotify, YouTube, overtheroad.fm.
Focus of show: Stories from the road.
Over the Road is an eight-part narrative series that shares the unique stories of America’s long-haul truckers. Hosted by Paul Marhoefer, a storyteller, musician, and trucker for nearly 40 years, this podcast takes listeners on a journey deep into America’s open landscape and can remind you why you keep this crucial industry running.
Recent 2025 episodes:
- A Brief History of Trucking in America
- The Long-Haul of Fame
More Ways to Stay Ahead
Looking for even more ways to stay connected to the industry? Grab your suitcase and check out our blog on the Top Trucking Conferences to Attend in 2026!
