Hammer Lane Legends
Hammer Lane Legends
Episodes
Hammer Lane Legends
Episodes of Hammer Lane Legends
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In episode 144: The Narrow Road; Brian and Shipper have a great conversation with Rooster a Marine veteran from the mid-west. Rooster life is truly an incredible story of overcoming the toughest scenarios. In his time serving with the Marines,
In this episode, the hosts reconnect with an old friend for a lively discussion covering everything from life on the road to paranormal encounters and recent filming projects. They dive into technology's impact on driving, share personal storie
In this episode we're joined by Dewey, a logging truck driver. He shares some incredible stories, as well as his thoughts on the industry. This one was full of great conversation, and a lot of laughs. So sit back, relax and enjoy the show!KEE
In this episode of Hammer Lane Legends, hosts Brian Merkel and Brian Shipper sit down with Erin from PIT Ohio for a lively conversation about work, family, and the joys of music. Erin shares her inspiring journey from stay-at-home mom to a truc
In this week's episode, 151: The Midnight Thief; the guys are joined in studio by Hector, another fellow Pitt-Ohio driver. Hector's experiences are vast and he shares with us some incredible stories from he time in many different fields. Before
In this episode, Chris Malouf shares his incredible journey from running a home-based business to becoming a trucker. He talks about his experiences driving across the country, dealing with truck breakdowns, and navigating the challenges of th
In Episode 109: Mutant Swans Attack, the guys chat with Brian, a new truck driver who just recently started driving big rigs. Though Brian is new to driving an 18-wheeler, he has plenty of experience on the road. Before he got his Class A, Bria
In this episode of Hammer Lane Legends, hosts Brian Merkel and Brian Schipper dive into everything from personal anecdotes to trucking life. They discuss family dynamics, parenting as truckers, and balancing work with home life. Joined by Hect
In this weeks episode, "154: Diamond Reo Disaster Averted"; the guys are joined by Scott a driver for 20+ years. Scott got his start in the industry as a cement block hauler, working his way up from the factory to the cab. He worked for the cem
In this episode, the hosts dive into a wide-ranging discussion on electric vehicles, cutting-edge car tech, and personal experiences with surgeries. They explore the latest advancements in models like Rivian and Tesla, along with innovations l
In this week's episode, the guys are joined by Ken, a retired truck driver with over 30 years of experience on the road. Despite facing challenges like power outages and chilly weather, Ken shares his experiences hauling a variety of loads, fro
In this episode of Hammer Lane Legends, the hosts introduce their new producer, Jason, diving into his background in graphic design, podcasting, and life as a heavy metal musician. The discussion flows from the evolution of the trucking indust
In Episode 106: The Hotshots, Brian and Tony chat with Verno, a wildfire firefighter who is part of a group called "The Hotshots" - pretty cool! This group of the best wildfire firefighters travels wherever they are needed to fight wildfires in
In this episode, the guys are joined by guest host Scott VanHalken to hear the wild stories from Andrew Lugo, a seasoned truck driver navigating 57-foot trailers through California’s toughest roads. They dive into the unique challenges of drivi
In episode 135: Return of The Merk; Brian is joined by Jack and Tony Merkel, his sons, in a throwback-style episode. With Brian Shipper unable to join, and Tony being in Pennsylvania for his sister's wedding, it seemed like a great time to catc
Brian recounts his cataract surgery and its dramatic impact on his vision, detailing the procedure from eye marking to recovery. He also shares the challenges of recertifying his license, navigating hazmat tests, and updating medical restricti
In this week's episode the guys chat with a long time listener, and returning guest, Flatbed Mike; AKA: Mr. "Toot Toot"! Mike originally was a voicemail line call-in guest several times before joining us on episode 94: Around The World and Back
In this episode of Hammer Lane Legends, Brian Merkel and Brian Shipper chat with Zach, who shares wild tales from the road. They discuss a misunderstood yard dog incident and a nerve-wracking U-turn near the Mexican border. Zach recounts his e
In episode 129: A Lineage of Trucking; Brian and Shipper are joined in studio for a great chat with Nevin Jr. Last week, we had Nevin Jr's dad on the show, and this week we get to sit down with the man who learned from the master. As Nevin shar
In this episode of Hammer Lane Legends, hosts Brian Merkel and Brian Shipper chat with Scott Van Auken and his wife Karen. They dive into the trucking industry, the unique challenges of being a trucker's wife, and Karen's career as a nurse. The
Crystal Hill, a former bus driver, recounts her 34-year career in the transportation industry, sharing captivating stories and wild incidents. From how she got into bus driving to the challenges and crazy moments on the job, Crystal reveals it
In this week's episode, "160: Sandbox Service Truck"; Brian and Shipper are joined by David, a contracted driver in Iraq. David had heard Sam's stories from episode 2: Hauling Fuel In Enemy Territory, and wanted to share his similar stories. D
In this episode, Brian and Brian kick off the show, by diving into an interview with Phil, a seasoned professional in international freight forwarding and power plant logistics. Phil recounts his diverse career, from operating heavy machinery a
In Episode 104: "Swinging" Through On 18; Brian and Tony have a great conversation with Alan. Driving is something that runs in his blood, since he has many family members who are also drivers. Alan started CDL school in his 30s and has been dr
In this episode of Hammer Lane Legends, Brian Merkel and Brian Shipper dive into the thrilling world of Denise's driving adventures. Denise recounts her wild cross-country journey in a modified Volkswagen Super Beetle towing a Suzuki dirt bike,
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