Channel 19 Experience Trucker Podcast

The Channel 19 Experience Trucker Podcast, hosted by Tony, is a heartfelt tribute to the golden era of CB radio culture—specifically Channel 19, which once served as a vital communication hub for truckers from the 1970s through the early 2000s. Tony, who began his trucking career in the mid-1990s, aims to revive the camaraderie and storytelling that defined that period, before the rise of the internet and smartphones. ​ Each episode blends personal anecdotes, interviews with fellow drivers and industry figures, and discussions on current trucking-related topics. The podcast delves into themes such as trucking traditions, family legacies, industry challenges, and the unique culture of life on the road. The Podcast’s mission is to foster a sense of community among truckers and people in the trucking industry, encouraging listeners to share their stories and experiences. By doing so, he hopes to keep the spirit of Channel 19 alive in the modern age.

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Episodes

7 days ago

In the 10th episode of the Channel 19 Experience Trucker Podcast, host Tony celebrates reaching double-digit episodes alongside his birthday and Easter weekend. Tony provides updates on trucking economic conditions, discusses the Chris Barber Freedom Convoy case, and reviews recent trucking legislation in Arkansas. Tony hints at future episodes broadcasting internationally from the UK, where he'll also undergo a shoulder procedure due to the high costs of medical care in the US. This episode features an inspiring interview with Raheem Grant, a resilient entrepreneur and box truck driver from Savannah, Georgia, who opens up about his struggles and triumphs, including overcoming addiction and facing personal identity challenges. Other segments encouragement to join their private group, and a special Easter message emphasizing faith and redemption.
Channel 19 Experience:  https://channel19experience.comRaheem Grant Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565317146115
Other Show LinksTrueTMS:  https://truetms.comTrucker's Wealth:  https://truckers-wealth.comTrans Carolina Permits:  https://transcarolinapermits.com

Sunday Apr 13, 2025

In this exciting episode, we delve into 2 topics.  Tony's Lewis and Clark style adventure to find out if he's got what it takes to be an Over The Road Trucker and the trailblazing Channel 19 Experience project – Encouragement Cards. Discover how these cards, filled with driving tips and unwritten rules of trucking etiquette, aim to improve the trucking community. 
 
Visit our website: https://channel19experience.com
 
Don't forget to visit our partners:
Check A Vet:   https://checkavet.org
Truckers Wealth:  https://truckers-wealth.com
True TMS:  https://truetms.com
Trans Carolina Permits:  https://transcarolinapermits.com

Sunday Apr 06, 2025

On this episode we try to keep up with Trump's Tariffs, get updates on Freedom Convoy Cases and Tony talks about his first truck.  We also interview an amazing trucking family, the Fethersons, to hear about their journey over the road and what's coming next in their lives.  
 
Link to our website for past episodes and other content:  https://channel19experience.com
Link to the Fethersons:  https://www.facebook.com/thefethersons
 
Links to our sponsors:
Check a Vet - https://checkavet.org
Trans Carolina Permits - https://transcarolinapermits.com
TrueTMS - https://truetms.com
Truckers Wealth - https://truckers-wealth.com
 
 

Sunday Mar 30, 2025

This week I'll talk about my time at MATS and some FMCSA topics.  Also we've got Canadian Trucker Chris Barber on the show to discuss the Canadian Freedom Convoy from 2022.  The court case is at a critical juncture this week so I talk with Chris about that whole experience back then and now. 
Find more interviews and episodes at https://channel19experience.com

Sunday Mar 23, 2025

This week we've got some trucking brothers.  My little brother Mile Marker Mike joins the show for the first time and we also talk to brothers Brad and Nick from Pureflow Technologies.   I attempt to solve an age old trucking debate and share a couple of Uncle Larry stories.  
Visit Pureflow's website at:  
https://www.pureflowsolutionsllc.com/
 
Visit our website for past episodes:  
https://channel19experience.com 
 

Sunday Mar 16, 2025

This is episode tackles a couple gnarly topics like broker transparency and the Transportation Freedom Act.  Also we'll talk about my adventures with a Waymo car.  I'll explain to the youngsters the Interstate Body Shop and we'll wrap up with an interview with Tax Mami Jackie. 

Sunday Mar 09, 2025

On this weeks episode we'll talk about a prickly visitor.  Discuss Batman and heroes.  Also we'll talk a little about relationships and trucking.   Our interview this week is with Gary from Florida, the well articulated driver of an articulated haul truck.  
Visit our website at https://channel19experience.com for more information about the show, trucking and more interviews and episodes. 

Monday Mar 03, 2025

On this weeks episode we have not 1 but 2 interviews.  We've got Big Cal from Big Cal's Truckin' Kitchen up first.  Second we've got Cindy from White Rose Pilot Car LLC and also the author of the book Cindy in Iraq.  We also talk about Scales, Safety Blitz and try out some new sound effects :)
Big Cal's Truckin' Kitchen Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564967548222
Cindy's two Facebook Links:  https://www.facebook.com/whiterosepilotcar?_rdr and https://www.facebook.com/cindyiniraq 
 

Sunday Feb 23, 2025

This week we talk about the women in trucking and have as a guest Michelle (aka MJ Love Johnson).

Sunday Feb 16, 2025

We'll kick off with discussion about why we started this podcast and what it's all about.  Tony will talk about his first trucking job and then Danger Dave joins the fray to talk about how he got into trucking and what he's up to now. 

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