Hammer Lane Legends Merkel Media
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Brian Merkel and Brian Shipper host conversations with people that drive for a living as they share their wild and crazy experiences from the road. Becoming stranded, bad storms, weird hitchhikers, saving someone from an accident, seeing UFOs, and so much more! If you've experienced it, Brian and Shipper want to talk about it!
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BACK IT UP | 110: Metaverse Drone Trucks
In Episode 110: Metaverse Drone Trucks, Tony and Brian are joined by Daryl, a fellow Pitt Ohio Truck driver. In typical fashion when we have a guest from Pitt Ohio, it gets interesting, and this show is no exception. The guys discuss a plethora of topics, and get besides themselves in laughter! This episode also marks Tony's last one as a mainstay host alongside Brian, as he embarks on a journey to pursue other endeavors with Merkel Media. Buckle up for a new era in the Hammer Lane with Brian and... Brian!
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209: School Bus Supermom
In this week's special Mother's Day episode, Brian and Patrick Swayze chat with Karen, a seasoned school bus maestro with a decade of steering stories under her belt. Diving into her unexpected love affair with the bus driver's seat, Karen recounts her adventurous shift from trucking to chauffeuring party-goers. Amidst hearty laughs over quirky mishaps, she sheds light on the roadblocks women face in this male-dominated field, from sparse facilities to enduring stereotypes. They also swap tales of motoring through snow, their shared passion for quirky cars like the PT Cruiser, and the challenges of teaching the next generation to drive. Whether she’s behind the wheel of a school bus or a limo, Karen’s tales weave through the humorous and heartfelt lanes of life on the road. Happy Mother's Day to all of you mothers out there!
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BACK IT UP | 99: Straight From The Pitt | Jake
In Episode 99: Straight From The Pitt | Jake, Brian and Tony are joined in-studio by Jake, Tony's former co-worker. Jake talks all about his time working at Pitt-Ohio, including how he worked his way from a dock worker into being a licensed driver. Truck driving seems to run through his veins, as both Jake's dad and grandfather were truckers too. The guys also chatted about their thoughts on what it's like delivering to customers, how weather can effect the job, and if automation could ever actually replace the whole industry. So buckle up and get ready for another trip to the Pitt!
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208: Blizzards and Lot Lizards | Pt. 2
In this week's episode, Brian and Brian are joined by Kyle to finish up the multitude of stories he has. He recounts his epic drive across Canada and his family's historical ties to the Alcan Highway. They swap tales of Canadian bacon, Oregon coast road trips, and quirky trucking escapades, including navigating border bureaucracies and military bases. The trio also debate trucking regulations and voting ID laws, weaving in humor and personal anecdotes throughout the engaging discussion.
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BACK IT UP | 32: I Almost Died
In Episode 32: I Almost Died, guest Ken, a driver for many years, joins the show to talk about his travels all over the United States. As would be the case with traveling across the country, he has seen some incredible, intense, and unimaginable sights. He recounts a time he was involved in a near-fatal accident, road oddities including an exploding meteor, and even his opportunity to purchase some "commercial love." Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride!
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207: Blizzards and Lot Lizards Pt. 1
In this week's episode, the guys are joined by a returning guest Kyle, from episode
204: Giant Load Chaos, to share several stories from his trucking experiences. He talks about almost hitting a herd of caribou and the misunderstanding that led to his company thinking he had rolled over. He also discusses the challenges of driving in snowy conditions and encountering avalanches. Kyle also mentions his appearance on the show 'Highway Through Hell.' The guys then share various stories from their trucking careers, including encounters with aggressive drivers, encounters with lot lizards, navigating challenging routes, and dealing with extreme weather. This is Part 1 of 2. So sit back, buckle up, and enjoy the ride!
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Customer Reviews
Great podcast
I love all the different guests, your wonderful stories from politics to Bigfoot. One of the best shows I’ve found. Thank you! Love confessionals as well.
Best Trucking Podcast Out There
Always look forward to new episodes. The hosts are hilarious and I for one enjoy the non politically correct commentary. Great guests and stories will keep you entertained for hours. I’m a 32 year old straight truck driver from South Central PA, working on getting my CDL and hoping to get into LTL trucking. This show has been a source of inspiration and education as I’ve been researching the industry. Keep up the good work youse guys and ignore the snowflake haters!
Great podcast
This is the best break room political show with some trucking industry all wrapped up into one. The two Brians are hilarious. Love you guys