Welcome to Driving Freedom, a TAT Podcast! As TAT works to educate, equip, empower and mobilize members of the truck, bus and energy industries to combat human trafficking as part of their regular jobs, we wanted to create a podcast that would serve as a helpful training tool to one of the largest mobile armies of eyes and ears out there on the roads seeking to recognize and report this heinous crime. Each short episode is designed to refresh critical issues learned and keep this life-saving ...
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Human trafficking involves using force, fraud, or coercion to compel a person into commercial sex acts or labor against their will. I’m Penny Ronning, the daughter of a trafficking survivor. I co-founded the Yellowstone Human Trafficking Task Force with Stephanie Baucus, the FBI, and the United States Attorney’s Office District of Montana. Our podcast exposes the dark world of modern-day slavery. We refuse to turn a blind eye to this crime. In our podcast, we expose traffickers and buyers, d ...
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United on the Road is the podcast that explores and celebrates the amazing carhaul drivers. Episodes focus on topics such as driver health, women in carhauling, truckers against trafficking, life on the road, and much more. Cohosts Jason Walker and Augie King interview drivers, industry experts, and employees of United Road supporting our drivers. They bring their upbeat personalities and years of experience to each conversation. Whether you are a company driver, an independent contractor, a ...
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Think you know the open road? Think again. For 21 years, I’ve seen the underbelly of America from behind the wheel of an 18-wheeler. Get ready for LIVE, uncensored stories from me and other truckers that will shock you, make you laugh, and maybe even keep you up at night. This ain’t Hollywood, it’s the real deal. #TruckingTruths #LivePodcast #RoadWarrior #YouWontBelieveIt
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What Da Truck Podcast is the Newest, Freshest Hottest Trucking Podcast that will be informative and focus on All Things Trucking, News, Transportation, Warehousing, Distribution, DOT, FMCSA, Maintenance, Supply Chains, and Logistics all while delivering a truckload of fun! We will be here to help our fellow Truckers and communities stay abreast about all things trucking. And remember, everything you touch; a trucker brought it to you!
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Join Arrow Truck Sales every week as we meet with professionals in the trucking industry about what's happening and what it takes to be successful.
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If you are a leader in the transportation industry, you are faced daily with issues like nuclear verdicts, medical financing, distracted driving, and working with digital colleagues. In this podcast the experts from Protective Insurance give you all the information they have learned as a steadfast member of the transportation community for almost 100 years. The Protective team of thought leaders and industry experts share their experience to protect people and support safer roads.
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Bridgestone’s THRIVE aims to bring our North Star to life through a combination of compelling, human interest stories from teammates across the company and high-level conversations with Bridgestone leaders. These conversations will let the unique perspectives and experiences of our people tell the story of how an industry giant is evolving at a moment of unprecedented change in technology, consumer behavior, and society to meet new demands and build a culture where everyone can thrive.
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Rolling with Heroes: A Tribute to St. Christopher's Truckers Relief Fund
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1:03:39Welcome to a special episode of Tales from the Road, hosted by the indomitable Blue Thunder, as we venture into the vibrant world of trucking and explore the tales, trials, and triumphs of those who keep the wheels turning. In this episode, we take a step back from our usual routes and focus on the unsung heroes of the highways – the St. Christophe…
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Rolling with Heroes: Truckers Against Trafficking
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1:17:59Join us in this episode of Tales from the Road, where we hit the highways to connect with truckers across America. This time, we're bringing attention to a critical issue: human trafficking. Our hosts engage in a compelling discussion with Micah Larson from Truckers Against Trafficking, uncovering the fearless efforts to combat trafficking across o…
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"Roadside Revelations: Unexpected Tales from the Trucker's Cab"
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58:12Join the chaotic yet entertaining world of truckers as they navigate through unexpected events and humorous anecdotes on their journey. From mysterious tales of haunted highways to laugh-out-loud personal experiences that you won't believe, "Tales from the Road" offers a unique glimpse into the life of those who keep the roadways alive. This episod…
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Road Tales: A Live Trucker Podcast with CEO Van from Bullsnot
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1:40:37Join us for an exciting live episode of "Road Tales," where your host, Rob, known as "Your Guy on the Road," welcomes special guest Van, the CEO of Bullsnot. Recorded from the cab of a truck, this episode offers listeners an authentic glimpse into the world of trucking with engaging stories and insightful discussions. Van, a seasoned redneck chemis…
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"Truck Tales: Live from the Road with Swamp Man and David"
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58:26Join us live from the road with hosts Swamp Man and David on this exciting episode. Broadcasting while literally on the move, they engage with listeners across America and even from as far as Berlin, Germany. Swamp Man and David (or should we say, "Blue") offer a unique peek into the lives of truckers, sharing anecdotes, industry insights, and some…
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"Tales from the Road: Truckers Speak Out on Mental Health and Road Safety"
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55:41Welcome to Tales from the Road, broadcast live on April 3rd, 2025. Join us for an insightful episode as we welcome a new guest, Johnny, also known as Swamp Man from YouTube, who joins our regulars, David and Tadpole. In this candid discussion from the cab, our hosts delve into pressing issues affecting truckers today. The conversation covers the me…
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Roadside Revelations: Tales from the Trucker's Seat
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53:54Join Survivor Gamer and his fellow truckers, David and Tadpole, as they broadcast live from the cab, sharing stories and experiences from the road. This episode unfolds with lively discussions about upcoming weddings, the intriguing concept of a salt covenant, and a humorous yet insightful take on life behind the wheel of a big rig. As the conversa…
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Truckers' Tales: From Tornado Alarms to Stealth Jets
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54:44In this episode of "Tales from the Road," we bring you real-time conversations with truckers David, Miles, and the host, as they share their gripping experiences from the highways of Texas. Broadcasting live from Fort Worth and other parts of the state, they discuss current road conditions, including traffic backups on I-10 and unexpected encounter…
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Season 2 episode 3 live from the road come on by and hear our live show recorded earlier.By survivorgamer31
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My fellow truckers and I discussing truckerlife and other things LIVE FROM THE ROADBy survivorgamer31
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This is a tale about a time i may have parked in the wrong spot. Or maybe you have done the same thing in your past.By survivorgamer31
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A Look Forward With Arrow and NTP Leadership
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9:30To conclude our two-part discussion with Arrow Truck Sales President, Brock Gavin, and National Truck Protection's Chief Financial Officer, Geoff Stigler, we discuss preventative maintenance, equipment protection plans, and the future of the trucking industry.By Arrow Truck Sales
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Arrow Truck Sales President Brock Gavin sat down with National Truck Protection's (NTP) Chief Commercial Officer, Geoff Stigler. In this first part of our two-part series, Brock and Geoff discuss the long-lasting partnership Arrow has with NTP and how it has helped our customers find success.By Arrow Truck Sales
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This is a tale that happened to me one long night on the 40 interstate in-between North Carolina and Tennessee. If you look in the trees you just might see .... The LightBy survivorgamer31
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This Tale is one you may have heard about in your many travels. Maybe you were to tired or to afraid to understand it. We have to bring it to you though about one night in Ohio on a snow ridden back road. The Black Dog. Another tale from the roadBy survivorgamer31
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This will be a live interview with a fellow trucker/host of the show. This is one of his tales from the road that happened in a remote cabin in the forest. Enjoy this Tale from the Road!By survivorgamer31
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This is our first tale about one night in Pennsylvania off an interstate called i78. This is the first of many stories guaranteed to make you think of where you are and who your with!By SurvivorGamer
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In this inspiring episode, Heather Estes introduces the Worthiness Formula, a transformative approach to rediscovering self-worth through awareness, belief, and community. Heather shares her personal journey to self-empowerment and how it inspired her to create this impactful formula. Heather also unveils her vision for the Worthy Ranch, a sanctuar…
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In this episode, Penny sits down with Dallas Knight from Skull Games to uncover the vital work her organization is doing to combat human trafficking. Dallas shares her inspiring journey from military service to civilian life and how it led her to join the fight against trafficking. Together, they explore the complex connection between escort ads an…
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In this eye-opening episode, Jan Edwards, founder of the Paving the Way Foundation, delves into the critical issue of child trafficking and online exploitation. Jan sheds light on the alarming prevalence of these crimes, from rural communities to urban centers, and highlights the role of Big Tech platforms in enabling predators. Through education a…
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In this deeply moving episode, Rebekah Hope shares her journey of surviving childhood sexual abuse, gang activity, and human trafficking. From her early years in Billings, Montana, to her harrowing experiences in Atlanta, Georgia, Rebekah’s story is one of resilience, courage, and hope. Returning to Montana, she began her healing journey, confronti…
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Rosemary Smith - Getting Better Foundation
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44:43In this enlightening episode, Penny Ronning welcomes Rosemary Smith from the Getting Better Foundation to explore how media literacy and critical thinking can combat human trafficking and strengthen democracy. Rosemary recounts the shocking story of Edgar Welch and Pizzagate, demonstrating the dangers of misinformation and the critical need for edu…
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The Fleet Frontier: How the Bridgestone Commercial Truck Group is Evolving with its Customers
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36:05The idea of a fleet may bring to mind a very specific type of vehicle for some people. But the reality in the modern world of mobility is that fleets truly come in all shapes and sizes. In the latest episode of THRIVE, host Keith Cawley explores the changing world of commercial tire and fleet solutions with two of Bridgestone’s top experts – Steve …
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Julia Lillethun - Survivor Advocate
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1:03:10In this powerful episode, Julia Lillethun opens up about her courageous journey of survival and recovery after enduring a devastating attack by a serial rapist. Julia shares her story with raw honesty, discussing the physical and emotional trauma, the judgment and victim-blaming she faced, and the process of overcoming self-blame. She reflects on t…
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Louis Greek - Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT)
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46:14In this episode, Penny is joined by Louie Greek from Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) to explore how the trucking industry is stepping up to fight human trafficking. Louie sheds light on the realities of sex trafficking along American highways and the critical role truck drivers play in identifying and reporting suspicious activity. The conversat…
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Prior to Interview: Clip of Chris McKenna testifying before the United States Congress. In this empowering episode, Chris McKenna, founder of Protect Young Eyes, dives into the vital role parents play in equipping their children for the digital world. From fostering trust and open communication to modeling healthy tech habits, Chris shares practica…
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From Tree to Tire: Firestone Natural Rubber’s Roots Run Deep in Liberia
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33:08Explore Bridgestone’s fascinating history on the western coast of Africa where the country of Liberia has been home to Firestone Natural Rubber since 1926. In the latest episode of THRIVE, host Keith Cawley chats with two Liberian natives and current Firestone Natural Rubber employees, Marion Wreh-Socree and Murphy Socree, about operations, life, a…
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Juliette Angelo - Survivor Advocate
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1:23:43In this compelling episode, singer-songwriter and actress Juliette Angelo shares her journey of survival, resilience, and advocacy. She opens up about her experiences with child exploitation and abuse in the entertainment industry, highlighting the urgent need for better enforcement of child labor laws and protections, especially in theater and dan…
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In this inspiring episode, Jessica Kay shares her courageous journey from surviving human trafficking to becoming a passionate advocate for change. Together with host Penny Ronning, they explore critical topics such as the role of survivor voices in shaping the anti-trafficking movement, the importance of long-term support services, and the need fo…
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In this powerful episode, Penny sits down with Jenna McKaye, a survivor leader and advocate, to discuss her journey from being trafficked at a young age by someone she trusted to becoming a fierce voice for change. Jenna opens up about her healing process, the challenges she faced, and the critical steps she took to reclaim her life. Together, Penn…
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From Tires to Tiger: How Golf Serves as a Brand and Innovation Platform for Bridgestone
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33:30It was only four years after its founding as a rubber and tire company that Bridgestone produced its first golf ball. Nearly 90 years later, Bridgestone Golf continues to serve the Bridgestone brand both as a promotional platform and a showcase for material science innovation. Join host Keith Cawley and Dan Murphy, President of Bridgestone Golf, to…
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Navigating A Changing and Challenging Market
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24:43The trucking industry has seen a lot of changes over the last few years. Despite all the ups and downs a changing, challenging market can bring, Arrow is still here. Our history of sound, customer-focused decision making has seen us through since 1950, and it will see us through for many years to come. Arrow President, Brock Gavin, joins Kent Swans…
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Rubber Reimagined: Bridgestone Reaches for New Innovation through Soft Robotics
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31:15When you think of robots, most envision the rigid movements of the metallic, stiff machines popularized in TV and movies. But there is a very different and more realistic image that comes to mind for Hiroki Nakayama and the team at Bridgestone Soft Robotics Ventures. While exhibiting this exploratory technology at CES 2024, Nakayama-san joins THRIV…
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Driving Change: Bridgestone and Truckers Against Trafficking Unite to Combat a Global Crisis
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30:26Human trafficking is a global crisis impacting more than 50 million victims as of 2023. With a connected network of customers and partners always moving across America’s roadways, transportation industry leaders like Bridgestone can play a critical role in the fight. In this episode of THRIVE from CES 2024, Esther Goetsch, Executive Director of Tru…
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Racing into the Future: How Bridgestone is Evolving its Motorsports Mindset
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31:42Motorsports have long been a proving ground and mobile lab for leaders in the automotive industry, and Bridgestone is no different. But in line with its vision for the future and long-term targets, the company is increasingly focusing its racing energy in emerging motorsports platforms that are trying to drive innovation in alternative and more sus…
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Driven by Data: The Insights and Impacts of Fleet Management Solutions on the Future of Mobility
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32:19Dive into the connected ecosystem of fleet management in this episode of THRIVE live from CES 2024. Dishing on data and talking telematics, host Keith Cawley sits down with Jan-Maarten de Vries, President of Fleet Management Solutions for Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, to explore how platforms like Webfleet and Azuga are integral to Bridgestone’s …
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An Aligned Vision: Bridgestone and Penske Working Together to Co-Create the Future of Mobility
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36:15With a shared history in motorsports and a common vision for a more sustainable future, Penske and Bridgestone continue to travel similar paths to drive change in the mobility industry. In this episode live from CES 2024, THRIVE host Keith Cawley chats with Bill Combs, Vice President of Sustainability at Penske, and Mark Metoki, Executive Director …
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The Driver-less Future: Bridgestone and Kodiak Robotics Explore Autonomous Road Ahead
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31:57THRIVE kicks off season 7 at CES 2024 by exploring the rapid advancement of autonomous vehicle technologies with Don Burnette, CEO and founder of Kodiak Robotics, and Cassiano Polycarpo, Director of Original Equipment Account Management for Bridgestone Mobility Solutions. Don shares his journey from the early days at Google's self-driving team to f…
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The Senior Director of Industry Training and Outreach with Truckers Against Trafficking, Laura Cyrus, meets with Kent to discuss TAT's mission and how drivers everywhere can help prevent trafficking. Founded in 2009, Truckers Against Trafficking seeks to equip, empower, and mobilize truckers to help prevent and report crime.…
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Welcome back to Safer Roads, brought to you by Protective Insurance. On this episode host Rudy Salo is joined by Senior Director of Industry Training & Outreach at Truckers Against Trafficking, Laura Cyrus. Together, Laura and Rudy discuss her role at Truckers Against Trafficking, as well as touch on the work that they are doing to keep our roads a…
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Welcome back to Safer Roads, brought to you by Protective Insurance. On today’s episode host Rudy Salo is joined by Head of Strategic Partnerships at Infinit-I Workforce Solutions, Rachel McDonald and VP of Safety Services at Protective Insurance, Harry Storck. Together, the trio sits down to discuss Infinit-I’s innovative approach to driver traini…
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Welcome back to Safer Roads, brought to you by Protective Insurance. On today’s episode, host Rudy Salo is joined by Protective’s Senior Loss Prevention Representative, Dan Dmytryk. Together, they discuss what the Collision Analysis tool does, how the tool helps analyze data, how the data is collected, and why it’s so important for keeping roads sa…
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Welcome back to Safer Roads, brought to you by Protective Insurance. On today’s episode host Rudy Salo is joined by Protective’s Manager of Loss Prevention and Safety Services, Jay Woodward. Together, they discuss why return to work programs are so important for the transportation industry, the steps to creating a successful return to work program,…
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Bridgestone West: CEO Paolo Ferrari Outlines Objectives and Opportunities for New Global Structure
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36:10In October 2023, Bridgestone introduced the next chapter in its global strategy with the formation of Bridgestone West. In this episode of THRIVE, CEO Paolo Ferrari sits down with Keith Cawley to explain the drivers of this dynamic integration, which is bringing together Bridgestone businesses and functions across the Americas, Europe, Middle East,…
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Welcome back to another episode of Safer Roads, brought to you by Protective Insurance. On today’s episode, host Rudy Salo is joined by the Vice President of Safety Services at Protective, Harry Storck, and the CEO and Co-Founder of Pulsar Informatics, Daniel Mollicone. Together, they discuss a major topic in the world of transportation: fatigue in…
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Welcome back to Safer Roads, brought to you by Protective Insurance. On today’s episode host Rudy Salo is joined by the VP of Safety Services at Protective Insurance, Harry Storck, and Amit Jain, the C.O.O. of Roadz, the platform that powers the Protective marketplace. Together, the group sits down to take a deep dive into the Protective Marketplac…
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ENLITEN Comes to Life: Advanced Materials and Design Deliver Game-changing New Products
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35:43Bridgestone introduced the concept of ENLITEN in 2022 and is moving quickly to demonstrate the impact it can make in both its product strategy and operations. Already in 2023 Bridgestone has launched two new ENLITEN products that are changing the game through advanced materials and design, including the breakthrough PeakLife polymer. In this episod…
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Episode 13 - Company Driver Healthcare Benefits
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23:25Augie and Jason speak to Jazmyn Jones, United Road’s benefits manager. Whether you drive for United Road or are considering joining, learn about United Road’s outstanding healthcare insurance choices and what to consider during open enrollment.By United Road
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Welcome back to another episode of Safer Roads, brought to you by Protective Insurance. On today’s episode, host Rudy Salo is joined by the Vice President of Safety Services at Protective, Harry Storck, and the President and CEO of MAGTEC Products, Robert Morisset. Together, the trio discusses an ever present current trend in the United States, the…
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