The Heavy Equipment Podcast

Jo Borrás, Mike Switzer
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Whether we're exploring the latest in equipment technology, talking about the trends that propel the industry forward, or uncovering stories about the dedicated individuals who keep the dirt moving, and wheels of America turning, this is where the roar of the engines and the pulse of progress come together. It is sublime. It is surreal. It's the Heavy Equipment Podcast ... with Mike and Jo!

  1. HEP-isode 36 | Trains, Troubles, and Snap-on Tools

    JAN 18

    HEP-isode 36 | Trains, Troubles, and Snap-on Tools

    On the first thrilling HEP-isode of 2025, we explore one of the most pressing issues in the trucking industry: parking! We also cover the failures of policy and regulation in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, emphasizing the historical neglect of rail, and whether or not we actually need any of the stuff we need. All this and more – welcome to 2025!

    42 min
  2. HEP-isode 35 | Road Rage, Fortescue, and Mama's Family

    12/10/2024

    HEP-isode 35 | Road Rage, Fortescue, and Mama's Family

    We kick off today's exciting HEP-isode with a safety minute about road rage. Next, we explore what high-speed car electric chargers and the Ark of the Covenant from "Indiana Jones" have in common, interview Fortescue's Andrew Carlisle, and have a nostalgic fever dream about Mama's Family.

    47 min
  3. HEP-isode 34 | Trackzilla, John Deere Electric Drive, and Ferengi Ear Rubs

    10/29/2024

    HEP-isode 34 | Trackzilla, John Deere Electric Drive, and Ferengi Ear Rubs

    Ever wonder whether your minivan could gap the classic Bandit TA in the quarter? On today's exciting HEP-isode we run the numbers, talk through the awesome power of the 675 hp Trackzilla telehandler, ride around in the new electric 580 EV backhoe from CNH, and do whatever we can to avoid another round of Ferengi ear rubbing.

    31 min
  4. HEP-isode 33 | Volvo Days, Silent Sites, and Serious Stick Time

    10/08/2024

    HEP-isode 33 | Volvo Days, Silent Sites, and Serious Stick Time

    We just got back from Volvo Days 2024 in Shippensburg, PA where we witnessed firsthand the silent power and versatility of Volvo CE's newest construction machinery, and found out what makes it perfect for today's evolving urban landscapes. We also lament the lost art of percolated coffee and marvel at the possibilities of an 8x8 Mack-onoline van. All this and more, on today's exciting HEP-isode of the Heavy Equipment Podcast!

    40 min
  5. HEP-isode 32 | Sponsors, Big Buckets, and Meatballs to Power the World

    09/10/2024

    HEP-isode 32 | Sponsors, Big Buckets, and Meatballs to Power the World

    In today's thrilling HEP-isode of The Heavy Equipment Podcast, we ponder the burnout capabilities of Volvo's groundbreaking DD25 electric roller, reminisce about the good old days and the sweet smell of diesel on a spring morning, talk up PITT Ohio's big electric Mack deal, and take a detailed look at Caterpillar's acquisition of Bucyrus Erie. All this and more on the first (and possibly last) HEP-isode powered by Volvo CE!

    53 min
  6. HEP-isode 31 | Hyundai HD, Hot Lips, and Hydraulic Hammers

    08/23/2024

    HEP-isode 31 | Hyundai HD, Hot Lips, and Hydraulic Hammers

    Hyundai HD is stepping up to fill a massive hole in the market with the debut of their first independently built track dozer, the HD 100, which uses advanced data aggregation to product reliability and robust customer support. Next, the HEP-cats cover NPK's infinitely rebuildable hammers and their new sponsor, Radio Shack! All this and more on this exciting thirty-first HEP-isode!

    31 min
  7. HEP-isode 30 | Zero Tolerance, Zeem Solutions, and Lithuanian Zeppelins

    08/09/2024

    HEP-isode 30 | Zero Tolerance, Zeem Solutions, and Lithuanian Zeppelins

    On this special 30th HEP-isode, we ask: are zero-tolerance drug policies in the trucking industry outdated? This episode kicks off with look into the impacts of marijuana legalization on labor policies within the heavy equipment space. Next, we examine the declining demand for diesel fuel and shine a spotlight on Zeem Solutions' day-to-day operations as we delve into the financial intricacies of transitioning fleets to electric vehicles. Finally, we'll discuss the critical role of labor specialization and how outsourcing maintenance and repair services can streamline operations and reduce expenses for modern delivery fleets.

    56 min
  8. HEP-isode 29 | Big Komatsu, Hemp, and John Deere Stock

    07/12/2024

    HEP-isode 29 | Big Komatsu, Hemp, and John Deere Stock

    On this second HEP-isode of the all-new second season, we ask the question: What if the future of heavy equipment didn't just mean bigger and better, but smarter too? We break down the innovations and hurdles shaping the heavy equipment industry, starting with the Komatsu 930e mining rig, talk through the contentious issue of marijuana legalization and its ramifications across the heavy equipment space, and shine a light on John Deere's recent layoffs in the face of a multibillion dollar stock buyback. All this and the biggest Big Boy of them all, on HPE-isode 29.

    26 min
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Whether we're exploring the latest in equipment technology, talking about the trends that propel the industry forward, or uncovering stories about the dedicated individuals who keep the dirt moving, and wheels of America turning, this is where the roar of the engines and the pulse of progress come together. It is sublime. It is surreal. It's the Heavy Equipment Podcast ... with Mike and Jo!

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  • Creator
    Jo Borrás, Mike Switzer
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 The Heavy Equipment Podcast
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