Rolling with the Best: 10 Podcasts Truckers Love
Long hours behind the wheel don’t have to mean long hours of boredom. Podcasts have become a road companion for many drivers, offering everything from trucking industry updates to true crime, business advice, and a good laugh when you need it most. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, stay entertained, or just hear some great stories, we’ve rounded up 9 of the best podcasts for truckers that will help make the miles fly by.
Top podcasts for truckers to listen to out on the road.
1. Trucker Dump Podcast
Hosted by Todd McCann, a long-time trucker with plenty of stories to tell, this podcast mixes humor with real-life insights from the road. Todd covers everything from day-to-day challenges and industry news to funny observations that only truckers would appreciate. It’s a great blend of practical advice and lighthearted storytelling that makes long hauls feel shorter.
2. Freight Nation
Protect your business from economic curve balls, outsmart inflation, and keep moving forward in any market. Hear from industry compliance experts as they unravel the intricacies of carrier onboarding.
3. TalkCDL Trucking Podcast
TalkCDL is focused on providing entertainment for our fellow truckers! We cover everything in the trucking industry from current trucking laws, trucker surveys, and any other trucking news we dig up or a trucker throws our way.
4. Comedy Bang! Bang!
A weekly comedy podcast which features a mix of conversations with celebrity guest stars, improv, games, and music.
5. Entrepreneur on Fire
Hosted by John Lee Dumas, this podcast interviews entrepreneurs and delivers inspiration to help you fire up your entrepreneurial journey.
6. Serial
An investigative journalism podcast which narrates one non-fiction story per season. The three seasons so far have been a murder mystery, tales from a POW, and an analysis of the criminal justice system.
7. Stuff You Should Know (SYSK)
This podcast is designed to educate people on a wide variety of topics and odd questions. It is full of education and entertainment.
8. Ted Talks Daily
This podcast is a collection of talks given at TED conferences around the globe, given by the world’s leading thinkers and doers. This podcast includes many topics.
9. This American Life
This NPR podcast gives listeners a view into life in America. The content varies by episode but can be thought-provoking, humorous, or sad. It is based on current events.
10. Ask the Trucker
This podcast is hosted by 37-year trucking veteran Allen Smith. He shares information on the OTR industry with topics such as health, career, regulations, and important issues facing the industry.
Hit Play and Hit the Road
The road can feel long, but the right podcast can make the miles roll by faster, keep your mind sharp, and even spark new ideas. From trucking industry insights to comedy, true crime, and business inspiration, these 10 podcasts offer something for every mood and moment on the road.
So next time you’re heading out for a long haul—or even a quick run—queue up a few of these shows and see which ones stick. You might find a new favorite co-pilot in your earbuds.