FIT DRIVERS

FIT DRIVERS

By Bob Perry

Trucking and bus fleets spend millions of dollars annually to attract CDL drivers, but what about retaining the driver you've got in the seat right now? Host Bob Perry, known as The Trucker Trainer, interviews industry leaders about what can be done in today's environment to keep drivers road-worthy and put them on the path to lead healthier lives.
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FIT DRIVERS Episode 14: Karl Sieber

FIT DRIVERSOct 31, 2024
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FIT DRIVERS Episode 20: Crystal May

FIT DRIVERS Episode 20: Crystal May

In Episode 20 of Fit Drivers Podcast, Crystal May, Independent Consultant at Viome, speaks to Bob Perry about driver dental health and hygiene.

Apr 30, 202525:19
FIT DRIVERS Episode 19: Tara Bush and Becca Mathews

FIT DRIVERS Episode 19: Tara Bush and Becca Mathews

In Episode 19 of FIT DRIVERS Podcast, Tara Bush, Large and Private Fleet Specialist at Tenstreet, LLC, and Becca Mathews, Client Advisor/Driver Engagement Expert at Tenstreet, speak to Bob Perry about driver recruiting and retention.

Mar 31, 202530:07
FIT DRIVERS Episode 18: Tanya Jolliffe

FIT DRIVERS Episode 18: Tanya Jolliffe

In this episode, Bob Perry sits down with Tanya Jolliffe of Lit Wellness Solutions to speak about health and wellness in the trucking industry, safety and more.

Feb 28, 202529:41
FIT DRIVERS Episode 17: Erin Mabry

FIT DRIVERS Episode 17: Erin Mabry

In this episode, Bob Perry sits down with Dr. Erin Mabry, Senior Research Associate at Virginia Tech Transportation Institute, about human trafficking awareness in the trucking industry, safety and more.

Jan 31, 202521:40
FIT DRIVERS Podcast Episode 16: 2024 Wrapped

FIT DRIVERS Podcast Episode 16: 2024 Wrapped

In this special episode, we’re wrapping up the year with an inspiring collection of stories, advice, and lessons from our incredible guests on FIT DRIVERS Podcast.

Dec 30, 202451:45
FIT DRIVERS Episode 15: Leah Sigler

FIT DRIVERS Episode 15: Leah Sigler

In this episode, Bob Perry sits down with Leah Sigler, President of The TeleDentists, about the seriousness of driver’s health, neglecting oral health for long-haul truck drivers, safety and more.

Nov 27, 202430:26
FIT DRIVERS Episode 14: Karl Sieber

FIT DRIVERS Episode 14: Karl Sieber

In this episode, Bob Perry sits down with Dr. Karl Seiber, Research Health Scientist, to talk about the importance of driver’s health, injury in transportation, safety and more.

Oct 31, 202423:43
FIT DRIVERS Episode 13: Jason Douglass

FIT DRIVERS Episode 13: Jason Douglass

In this episode, Bob Perry sits down with Jason Douglass, Director of Retention and Recruiting, to discuss the importance of driver's health, retention and recruiting practices and more.

Sep 26, 202424:35
FIT DRIVERS Episode 12: Ellen Voie

FIT DRIVERS Episode 12: Ellen Voie

In this episode, Bob Perry sits down with Ellen Voie, Founder of the Women in Trucking Association , to discuss the importance of driver's health, medical card terms, safety and more.

Aug 28, 202423:26
FIT DRIVERS Episode 11: Gilles Frydman

FIT DRIVERS Episode 11: Gilles Frydman

In this episode, Bob Perry sits down with Gilles Frydman, Executive Director of the American Sleep Apnea Association (ASAA), to discuss the importance of driver's health, sleep and more.

Jul 30, 202424:13
FIT DRIVERS Episode 9: Steven Garrish

FIT DRIVERS Episode 9: Steven Garrish

In this episode, Bob Perry sits down with Steven Garrish, President and Chief Operating Officer at the American Transportation Research Institute, to discuss her research on driver health issues, retention, and the future generation of trucking.

May 31, 202419:20
FIT DRIVERS EPISODE 8: Rebecca Brewster

FIT DRIVERS EPISODE 8: Rebecca Brewster

In this episode, Bob Perry sits down with Rebecca Brewster, President and Chief Operating Officer at the American Transportation Research Institute, to discuss her research on driver health issues, retention, and the future generation of trucking.

Apr 30, 202425:25
FIT DRIVERS Episode 7: Dr. Ryan Olson

FIT DRIVERS Episode 7: Dr. Ryan Olson

Bob Perry and Dr. Ryan Olson, Occupational Health Psychologist, discuss the effect of wellness programs on commercial drivers and how making small changes to diet and exercise can have a big impact on health while out on the road.

Mar 28, 202428:35
FIT DRIVERS Episode 6: Dr. Karen Heaton

FIT DRIVERS Episode 6: Dr. Karen Heaton

Bob Perry and Dr. Karen Heaton, family nurse practitioner and DOT Medical Examiner, discuss the impact of distraction and health issues on driving and driving performance issues among today’s truck drivers. Dr. Heaton is a faculty member in research and occupational health nursing at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Feb 29, 202413:01
FIT DRIVERS Episode 5: Leah Shaver

FIT DRIVERS Episode 5: Leah Shaver

Bob Perry sits down with SiriusXM radio host and National Transportation Institute's President & CEO, Leah Shaver, to talk about whether the trucking industry is doing enough to make driver health a priority--and why some carriers are reluctant to do so.

Dec 19, 202320:17
FIT DRIVERS Episode 4: Jamie Pabst & Dr. Daniel Bowling

FIT DRIVERS Episode 4: Jamie Pabst & Dr. Daniel Bowling

In this episode, Jamie Pabst, Founder & CEO of Spiritune, & Dr. Daniel Bowling, Neuroscientist and Instructor at Stanford University, explore the topic of prioritizing drivers’ mental health throughout the holiday season.

Nov 29, 202319:21
FIT DRIVERS Episode 3 - Dr. Todd Simo

FIT DRIVERS Episode 3 - Dr. Todd Simo

Bob Perry is joined by guest Dr. Todd Simo, Chief Medical Officer for HireRight, to discuss the importance of truck drivers becoming the CEO of their own body to take charge of overall health and fitness while out on the road.

Oct 28, 202316:20
FIT DRIVERS Episode 2 - Dr. Erin Mabry & Susan Soccolich

FIT DRIVERS Episode 2 - Dr. Erin Mabry & Susan Soccolich

Explore some of the current research findings on truck driver health through research with the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) researchers Dr. Erin Mabry & Susan Soccolich.

Oct 19, 202318:21
Episode 1: Rodolfo Giacoman, CVSA

Episode 1: Rodolfo Giacoman, CVSA

Bob Perry, known as The Trucker Trainer™️ to many, sits down with Rodolfo Giacoman, Fatigue Management Specialist with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), to discuss fatigue and how it affects today's professional drivers.

Aug 31, 202322:12