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How the Trucking Industry Can Win the Next Generation
Join Aaron Craddock and Lindsey Trent as they discuss how the trucking industry can build a stronger workforce by investing in the next generation. From Gen Z recruiting strategies to career pathways, education partnerships, and employer branding, this episode explores what it will take to secure the future of trucking.
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Visit Hire Truckers Website: https://hiretruckers.com/Published: 7/6/2026
Author: Aaron Craddock
The Secret to Recruiting and Retaining Great Drivers
Join Aaron Craddock and Rebecca Anderson as they discuss what today's drivers are really looking for, why trust and authenticity matter more than lead volume, and how building a driver-first culture leads to stronger recruiting, retention, and long-term success in trucking.Follow Rebecca Anderson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andersonrl/
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Visit the Hire Truckers Website: https://hiretruckers.com/Published: 6/29/2026
Author: Aaron Craddock
How Technology Is Reshaping the Trucking Industry
Join Aaron Craddock and Willie Nelson as they explore the future of trucking through the lens of AI, autonomy, workforce challenges, and industry leadership. From Texas transportation trends to emerging technologies and talent development, this conversation offers valuable insights into where the industry is headed.Published: 6/15/2026
Author: Aaron Craddock
AI, Recruiting & The Future of Trucking Talent
Join Aaron Craddock and Kameel E. Gaines as they discuss the reality behind the truck driver shortage, the power of storytelling in recruiting, and how AI is reshaping hiring, retention, and fleet operations in the trucking industry.Published: 6/1/2026
Author: Aaron Craddock
The Super-Cycle with Aaron Craddock
Join Aaron Craddock and Ginger Craddock as they discuss data center buildouts, AI, and transportation market dynamics.Published: 5/17/2026
Author: Aaron Craddock
Safer Roads & Better Culture. The Power of the PSP with Zaheer Iqbal
The PSP (Pre-employment Screening Program) is a powerful tool that can decrease fleet liability, increase safety on our roadways but, also, gives the fleet the opportunity to talk about and set expectations for safety culture before bringing a driver in the door. Zaheer brings incredible knowledge about improvements based on industry feedback and recommendations for utilization.Published: 5/4/2026
Author: Aaron Craddock
Is Freight Back? with Aaron Craddock
We are hearing quick shifts in the industry from freight rates, tender rejects to fleet feedback. What are you seeing? Join the conversation today.Published: 4/20/2026
Author: Aaron Craddock
Leadership & Capacity with Aaron Craddock
Join Aaron Craddock as he shares insight on leadership, follow through and capacity.Published: 4/6/2026
Author: Aaron Craddock
Why Driver Pipelines Strain and How Preparation, Fit, and Alignment Create Durability
Join Amanda Worthen and Ginger W. Craddock as they talk about setting up fleet process in recruiting with communication and alignment top of mind.Published: 3/23/2026
Author: Ginger Craddock