WELCOME TO THE LEAD PEDAL PODCAST
FOR TRUCK DRIVERS
The Lead Pedal Podcast is a top trucking industry podcast delivering career tips, trucking news, driver training insights, business advice for truckers, trucking lifestyle stories, and interviews with drivers, carriers, and industry leaders. Hosted by Bruce Outridge, the show helps truck drivers succeed with education, entertainment, and industry updates three times per week.
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Mar 13, 2026
The Road to Red Seal: Why Trucking Must Raise the Bar in 2026
The trucking industry is at a turning point, and Red Seal certification for truck drivers is becoming a major topic of discussion across Canada.
In this episode, Bruce Outridge shares his perspective on the road to Red Seal and why raising the standards for...
Mar 11, 2026
Why Red Seal Could Change the Trucking Industry | John DeGroot Explains
The trucking industry is evolving, and many professionals believe Red Seal certification could play a major role in raising the standards for truck drivers across Canada.
In this episode, experienced driver John DeGroot joins the conversation to...
Mar 9, 2026
Red Seal or Real Road Experience? Veteran Driver John DeGroot Tells It Like It Is
What does it really take to succeed as a professional truck driver today?
In this episode of Trucking Life as an experienced driver, John DeGroot joins the conversation to talk about life behind the wheel, the changing trucking industry,...
Mar 6, 2026
From Driver to Recruiter to Podcast Host | The Career Evolution of OJ Sidor
Careers in trucking don’t always stay behind the wheel.
In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, OJ Sidor shares his journey from professional driver to recruiter — and now to host of the Trucking Talk Podcast.
We talk about what sparked...
Mar 4, 2026
Life Behind the Wheel with OJ Sidor | Real Stories from the Road
What is life really like behind the wheel of a big rig?
In this episode of the Lead Pedal Podcast, we sit down with OJ Sidor to talk about the realities of the road — the long miles, the lessons learned, the challenges drivers face, and the rewards...
