Beyond The Truck Podcast with Jerry Curl

Jerry Curl
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Join host Jerry Curl as he empowers individuals with clarity, fresh insights, and actionable strategies to cultivate a transformative mindset—enhancing the mind, body, and spirit—not just to achieve success, but to sustain it and continuously evolve into their best future selves.

  1. 9H AGO

    Cold Start – Win the Morning Before the World Wakes Up

    Send a text It’s dark. It’s cold. The cab is warm. The sleeper is comfortable. And right there — in that quiet moment before your feet hit the ground — a decision is made. This episode is about that decision. Professional drivers live in a world where endurance is praised, sacrifice is normalized, and exhaustion is expected. But no one talks about the first battle of the day — the battle for your mind. Before dispatch. Before traffic. Before the load. Before the phone. The real war is internal. Big tech companies are competing for your attention before you even sit up. Notifications. Headlines. Highlight reels. Comparisons. Distractions. They are fighting for your mental real estate. The question is: Are you strong enough to defend it? Today we discuss: Winning the cold start when it’s easier to stay comfortableWhy destruction never announces itself loudlyHow small compromises quietly sabotage destinyWhy distraction is a choiceHow to construct your future before you hand yourself to the worldYou either construct your future or erode it. There is no neutral. THRIVE TO DRIVE. BEYOND THE TRUCK. Support the show Contact our Team at: email; thrive@beyondthetruck.com

    18 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Download. Delete. Upgrade: Reset Your ECM (Emotional Control Module)”

    Send a text Professional drivers don’t just manage miles — you manage moments. And if your Emotional Control Module (ECM) is still running on old internal software, it’s going to glitch under pressure: stress at the shipper, disrespect at the dock, loneliness at night, fatigue on day three, and that inner narrative that keeps replaying the same story. In this episode, we treat your mindset like a high-performance system. We’re going to download the truth, delete the outdated data, and upgrade the operating system you’ve been running for years. Because let’s be real: 1996 software doesn’t run 2026 outcomes. Old beliefs, old labels, old “that’s just how I am” programming — it’s taking up bandwidth and blocking your next level. You’ll learn how micro-moments over the last decade have created “tape” in your mind — small experiences that became loud beliefs — and how to clear the cache so you can install new standards: discipline, confidence, calm under pressure, and purpose behind the wheel. This is a reset. Not hype. Not denial. A strategic upgrade. Key takeaways: How your internal “tape” gets installed through repeated micro-momentsThe warning signs your ECM is overloaded (anger, shutdown, numbness, impulsive decisions)A simple “Download → Delete → Install” routine you can run daily on the roadHow to replace the old narrative with a new operating standard that aligns with who you’re becomingIf you’re ready to stop letting old stories steer your decisions, this episode is your sign: clear the system, reclaim the wheel, and run the upgrade. Support the show Contact our Team at: email; thrive@beyondthetruck.com

    16 min

  3. 2D AGO

    Driving the Standard Forward – Industry Integrity with Brenna from ATA

    Send a text Today we are honored to be joined by Brenna from the American Trucking Associations for a powerful and timely conversation about the state of our industry and where we go from here. In this episode, we break down the critical issues shaping trucking today — including CDL fraud, the importance of drug and alcohol testing compliance, and the national efforts underway to protect the integrity of professional driving. Brenna provides insight into how ATA is working to strengthen accountability, elevate safety standards, and reinforce public trust in the men and women who keep America moving. We also explore what it truly means to enhance the image of trucking — not just through regulation, but through leadership, professionalism, and personal responsibility behind the wheel. This conversation highlights how raising the standard protects careers, families, and the long-term future of our industry. If you care about safety, credibility, and moving trucking forward with excellence, this is an episode you will not want to miss. Support the show Contact our Team at: email; thrive@beyondthetruck.com

    38 min

  4. 2D AGO

    When It Feels Heavy

    Send a text There are seasons when the weight feels unbearable. Disappointments stack up. Mistakes replay in your mind. The road ahead looks darker than the road behind. You may not know how long this season will last. But hear this clearly: every strong professional has faced failure. Every leader has felt doubt. Every resilient driver has questioned whether they could keep going. Hard roads do not mean you are lost. They mean you are being refined. You are not alone in this stretch. There is strength beyond your own. There are people who believe in you—even when you struggle to believe in yourself. Hold the line. Thrive to Drive. Beyond the Truck. We love and appreciate you. We’re coming for you. Support the show Contact our Team at: email; thrive@beyondthetruck.com

    9 min

  5. 4D AGO

    Living a Healthy – Part 4: Park It With Purpose (Rest, Recovery, and Reset)

    Send a text In Part 4 of Living a Healthy, we’re talking about proper rest—because fatigue and burnout don’t just “show up,” they build up. Rest is more than hours of sleep; it’s the quality of sleep and the process you run before you ever close your eyes. We’ll break down how to wind down with gratitude, journaling, and a calmer mindset, how to control your sleep environment (light, temperature, noise, stress triggers), and how to start the next day without leaking energy into the world through your phone. When you end the day with intention, you start the next day with strength. The goal isn’t just 7–9 hours—it’s waking up rested, recovered, and ready to operate at a higher level. Support the show Contact our Team at: email; thrive@beyondthetruck.com

    20 min

  6. 4D AGO

    Living Healthy Part 3: Movement (We Were Made to Move)

    Send a text In Part 3 of the Living Healthy series, we lock in the truth nobody can outsource: your body was designed for movement. A sedentary lifestyle doesn’t just slow your body down—it impacts your energy, mood, sleep, focus, and long-term health. In this episode, we reframe movement as maintenance, not punishment—like a pre-trip inspection for your joints, muscles, and mindset. You’ll leave with a simple, road-ready movement plan: stretching, mobility, and strength you can do at the fuel island, in the cab, or at the terminal—no gym required. Standard note: This is general wellness education—always adjust for your body and consult a clinician if you have pain, numbness, dizziness, or a medical condition.Support the show Contact our Team at: email; thrive@beyondthetruck.com

    15 min

  7. 5D AGO

    Living Healthy - Part 2 Nutrition

    Send a text “You only get one body—and it’s your temple. God entrusted it to you, and stewardship matters. What you put into that temple becomes your fuel: it impacts your energy, your focus, your mood, and your longevity. So today, we’re drawing a clear line in the sand—hydration and nutrition are not optional; they’re foundational. This is Part Two of our ‘Living Healthy’ series, and we’re going to start breaking it down in a practical way you can apply on the road and at home. I hope this helps every one of you take the next step forward. If you want support, resources, or coaching, reach out to our team at thrive@beyondthetrunk.com   —we’re here to help you thrive.” Support the show Contact our Team at: email; thrive@beyondthetruck.com

    20 min

  8. 6D AGO

    Purpose Of Pain

    Send a text There’s a profound wisdom in the idea that pain forces a "stop." Often, we move so fast that we outrun our own peace. Pain has a way of stripping away the noise until all that’s left is the need for connection and faith. The Biblical Anchor You mentioned the book of James, which is perhaps the most famous "manual" for this mindset. In James 1:2-4, it suggests that the testing of faith produces perseverance:  "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." It’s not saying the pain itself is "joyful," but rather that the expansion—the growth, the character, and the closeness to God that results from it, is where the value lies. Why This Perspective Matters Purpose Over Punishment: Shifting the narrative from "Why is this happening to me?" to "What is this producing in me?" changes how you experience the struggle. The "Stop" as a Reset: Using pain as a cue to reconnect helps ensure that when you do move forward, you're doing it with a renewed spirit rather than just grinding through on empty. The Promise of Presence: The belief that God is "here with us" removes the isolation that usually makes pain so much harder to bear. It takes a lot of spiritual maturity to look at a difficult season and see it as a tool for expansion rather than just a setback. Support the show Contact our Team at: email; thrive@beyondthetruck.com

    10 min
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Join host Jerry Curl as he empowers individuals with clarity, fresh insights, and actionable strategies to cultivate a transformative mindset—enhancing the mind, body, and spirit—not just to achieve success, but to sustain it and continuously evolve into their best future selves.

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