Let It Ride with TrueNorth

TrueNorth Transportation Co.•www.truenorthfleet.com

Join us as we dive into the human side of trucking and what it means to be an Owner-Operator. Here we’ll share on the road stories, perspectives, and resources from our incredible fleet. For anyone interested in the independent trucking business - whether you are a current driver or just simply along for the ride - we'll bring you real conversations and stories you won't find anywhere else on the road. Let's ride!

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Episodes

Growing your own Business: Mike

In our tenth episode, Mike gives insight into his trucking experience and starting his company, what it’s like to be an ice road trucker, and tells us all about the origins of his haunted truck. Learn more about us: Blog: www.truenorthtrans.com/owner-ops-only Facebook: facebook.com/truenorthtransp Instagram: instagram.com/truenorthtransp/ Disclaimer: Please remember to never engage in any activity that would distract you from safe driving....

Oct 14, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 10

Host in the Hotseat: Melan | Let it Ride with TrueNorth

On this very special episode, Melan is stepping into the spotlight as the guest and CEO Jin Stedge is taking on the hosting for the day! Join us as we hear about Melan's obsession with food, her creative pursuits, and what she's learned about the trucking industry. Learn more about us: Blog: www.truenorthtrans.com/owner-ops-only Facebook: facebook.com/truenorthtransp Instagram: instagram.com/truenorthtransp/ Disclaimer: Please remember to never engage in any activity that would distract you from...

Aug 30, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 9

TrueNorth's First Owner-Operator: Tom | Let It Ride with TrueNorth

In our eighth episode of the show, we interview Tom, TrueNorth's first Owner-Operator. We talk about Tom's lasting impact on TrueNorth's journey, from building the foundation of TrueNorth's software, onboarding our first drivers, and developing community within the fleet. He also shares his tips and tricks for keeping your costs low as an Owner-Operator, including IFTA calculations and filling up less at the pump. Learn more about us: Blog: www.truenorthtrans.com/owner-ops-only Facebook: faceboo...

Aug 02, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 8

The Origins of TrueNorth: Jin and Sanjaya | Let It Ride with TrueNorth

In our 7th episode, we interview Jin and Sanjaya, the CEO, CTO, and Co-Founders of TrueNorth. We get a glimpse of what it was like in TrueNorth’s early days, the values that guide them, and their vision for the future of trucking. Learn more about us: Blog: www.truenorthtrans.com/owner-ops-only Facebook: facebook.com/truenorthtransp Instagram: instagram.com/truenorthtransp/ Disclaimer: Please remember to never engage in any activity that would distract you from safe driving....

Jul 08, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Couples Over the Road: Roger and Kim | Let It Ride with TrueNorth

In our sixth episode, we have Kim and Roger - a couple who had to make a life-changing transition from over-the-road team drivers to driver and dispatcher. We learn that love has no distance between these two as they navigate what it takes to be Owner-Operators and work together so far apart. Learn more about us: Blog: www.truenorthtrans.com/owner-ops-only Facebook: facebook.com/truenorthtransp Instagram: instagram.com/truenorthtransp/ Disclaimer: Please remember to never engage in any activity ...

Jun 10, 2022•1 hr 35 min•Season 1Ep. 6

The Business of Being Mindful: Lon | Let It Ride it TrueNorth

In our fifth episode, we talk with Lon and learn from his 37 years of experience behind the wheel. Together we dig into how to succeed as an Owner-Operator, including saving for retirement and maintenance, building strong relationships with your business partners, and getting to actually enjoy tropical vacations (he’s got to get out of the Minnesota winter somehow)! Learn more about us: Blog: www.truenorthtrans.com/owner-ops-only Facebook: facebook.com/truenorthtransp Instagram: instagram.com/tr...

May 13, 2022•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Healthy Eating and Self Care: Donna | Let It Ride with TrueNorth

In our fourth episode, we continue our Women in Trucking series with one of our Owner-Operators, Donna. Join us as we get into everything from how she got into trucking after her disastrous first job, to her journey into healthy eating, homeschooling her kids from her cab, and now, spoiling her grandbabies! Side note: this episode was recorded a week before the Mid-America Trucking Show in March 2022, where we got to meet Donna and many other TrueNorth Owner-Operators. Learn more about us: Blog:...

Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Women in Trucking: Joslynn | Let It Ride with TrueNorth

In our second episode, we talk with Joslynn and hear her experiences as an Owner-Operator. We’ll get into everything from how she manages being a mother on the road, to the women's community in trucking, to what it's like to make waves in a male-dominated industry. Learn more about us: Blog: www.truenorthtrans.com/owner-ops-only Facebook: facebook.com/truenorthtransp Instagram: instagram.com/truenorthtransp/ Disclaimer: Please remember to never engage in any activity that would distract you from...

Mar 19, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Community & Team Driving: Jasen and Lee | Let It Ride with TrueNorth

In our first episode of the podcast, we have the pleasure speaking with Jasen and Lee, two of TrueNorth's early Owner-Operators. Join us as we talk through their lives and experiences on and off the road, including how they've built a strong, supportive community and found solace in each other, especially through team driving! Be sure to listen until the end - you might even find out who was behind the name of the podcast! Learn more about us: Blog: www.truenorthtrans.com/owner-ops-only Facebook...

Mar 08, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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