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Welcome to Talkin' Shop, the podcast where hosts Louis and Aaron dive deep into the world of heavy-duty vehicles! Join us as we explore the nuts and bolts of the industry, featuring insightful conversations with expert technicians, seasoned drivers, and even some social media personalities who share their unique perspectives. But it's not all business here – we get personal and peel back the layers to uncover our guests' inspiring journeys, from how they started to where they are today. So join us for a lively chat where we 'talk shop' and share a few laughs along the way.
To watch the video version, visit our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7X
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In this special mental health episode of Talkin' Shop, we're joined by Captain Jack Spanners to talk about all things men's mental health. Jack shares his story of his own struggles with depression and the inspiring journey of how he turned his life around to where he is today. He shares his advice for men battling mental health issues and how you can improve your quality of life with a couple of simple lifestyle and mindset changes. He also discusses why he's now partnered with the Men's Min...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, we're joined by James Smith and his apprentice, Charlie, of Northern Plant. We discuss how James started his business, advice to people thinking about setting up their business/changing career, how TikTok has helped his business and the difficulty with trying to explain faults to people who don't understand.Thanks to James and Charlie for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Northern Plant:https://www.inst...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Aaron and Louis are joined by Shaun Lombardo from G & CA LOMBARDO to talk about making videos with Trucker Tim and how that came about. We also cover the reality of running a workshop and how he turned around his Father's business and made it into the success it is today.Thanks to Shaun for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!G & CA LOMBARDO:https://www.instagram.com/gca_lombardo_/https://www.face...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Jayson Churn, a.k.a Geared Up Garage, to discuss what it's like running a successful transport business at 22, and leaving school with zero GCSEs/qualifications. We also discuss the recent controversy with "Legends", a truck he's working on which uses parts from the famous/infamous Klintra truck. He sets the record straight and explains why he believes it's a misunderstanding, sharing his side of the story on the collaboration wit...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, we're joined by Ali's Digger Diary to talk about what it's like being a mobile plant technician, how he got started in the industry and his worst job yet!Thanks to Ali for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Ali's Digger Diary:https://www.instagram.com/alisdiggerdiary/https://www.youtube.com/@alisdiggerdiaryJames Gordon Construction:https://www.gordonsconstruction.co.uk/--To watch the video version of thi...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Fitter Mat to talk about how he started making content online, industry in Britain, the future of farming and much more.Thanks to Mat for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Hope Valley Steam Rally fundraiser:https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/HopeValleySteamRallyDay2024Fitter Mat:https://www.youtube.com/@fittermathttps://www.tiktok.com/@fitter.mat?lang=en---To watch the...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Nicolle and Ben aka Trucker Baddie and Fake Trucker. We talk about Nicolle’s time in the army, how she got into truck driving and how she developed her career as an online creator. We also talk to Ben about his new venture “Fake Trucker” and the reality of running this kind of business.Thanks to Nicolle and Ben for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Nicolle and Ben:https://w...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Trucker Tim where he shares the full story of how he built his YouTube career from starting as a driver to where he is today, how he deals with hate on social media and his recent struggles with the DVSA.Thanks to Tim for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Trucker Tim:https://www.youtube.com/@TruckerTimhttps://www.instagram.com/trucker__tim/https://www.tiktok.com/@trucker__t...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by our first-ever Talkin' Shop guest, Russell aka TRUCK TECH UK, where we catch up one year later to reflect on what his first year has been like starting his own business after having left the DAF main dealer as a master tech. We also discuss how he makes YouTube videos, his plans for the future of his business and the potential dip in the standards of main dealer technicians.Thanks to Russell for coming on the podcast!If you enjoye...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Sandy Flat Out Flat Broke to talk all things trucking, running a business and how he got to where he is today!Thanks to Sandy for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Sandy Flat Out Flat Broke:https://www.instagram.com/flat_out_flat_broke_sandy_/https://www.youtube.com/@Sandy-Flat-Out-Flat-Broke/---To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:https://y...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Pete White of Whites Transport Services and SellMyTruck, where he shares what it's like to run a haulage firm and the challenges new business owners face, what it's like driving in Europe and why he started his business, SellMyTruck.Thanks to Pete for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Pete White:https://www.facebook.com/WhitesTransportServiceshttps://www.sellmytruck.online/...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Cranebrain (Connor) to talk about all these things cranes including how he got into the industry and his advice to youngsters.Thanks to Connor for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Cranebrain:https://www.instagram.com/cranebrain1/https://www.youtube.com/@Cranebrain---To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLju...
In this chaotic episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Bignath and Truckershaun! Filled with constant laughs, the pair share with us some crazy stories of life on the road, how they met and... the future of trucking (or maybe not)! 😂Thanks to Nath and Shaun for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Bignath (Nathan Rimmington):https://www.instagram.com/big_nath_at_city/https://www.tiktok.com/@towdnathcityTruckershaun:https:/...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Professional Struggler - Chris Allen to talk about how he started making videos, why he shows the real-life struggles of being a mechanic and making a living from YouTube.Thanks to Chris for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Chris Allen - Professional Struggler:https://www.youtube.com/@Professional-strugglerhttps://www.facebook.com/professionalstruggler/https://www.professi...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Ben Towers who shares with us what it's really like working as a heavy diesel mechanic on a gold mine in West Africa, and having to fix gigantic mining machinery. Along with some crazy stories about what life is like out there and how he envisages the future of machinery using hydrogen fuel.Thanks to Ben Towers for coming on the podcast!If you enjoyed it, please don’t forget to like and subscribe for more!Ben Towers:https://www.ti...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by HGV driver, content creator and business owner, David Crossley. David has us in stitches through the entire thing, talking about his life and what it was like growing up in France as a child, while sharing some stories of driving in Europe and now where he's at with his business, DC European, including his plans for the future. Stick around till the end – it'll be worth it, we promise!Thanks to David for coming on the podcast!Davi...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by industry power couple and social media influencer duo, Jodi (Pinktrucker90) and Jack (Captain Jack Spanners) to talk about how they maintain such a strong relationship, working together and their plans for the future.Jodi shares with us the story of why she left her job and much-loved pink truck at JMS, whilst Jack talks about his background growing up in Coventry and why he believes being a mechanic saved him from what might've o...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron are joined by Lewis Turner AKA Tiewraps and Tape, a well-known HGV technician and social media content creator, to talk about his career, how he got started, and what it's like being a young technician.Thanks to Lewis for coming on the podcast!Tiewraps and Tape:https://www.instagram.com/tiewraps_and_tape/https://www.tiktok.com/@lew.turnU OK? Clothing:https://www.instagram.com/u_ok_clothing/https://uokclothing.co.uk/To watch the video version of...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron sit down with HGV driver and content creator, Jaimie T, to discuss her journey into driving trucks (from previously driving buses) and what it's like being a woman in the industry.Thanks to Jaimie for coming on the podcast!To watch the video version of this podcast, visit our YouTube channel:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjuQ2nCNFT_r82U6pblEMMhlqi7416p7XFollow us on social media:https://www.facebook.com/truck.diagnosticshttps://www.linkedi...
In this episode of Talkin' Shop, Louis and Aaron sit down with content creator and female HGV driver, Shannon Pettinger, also known as Truckergirl to talk about her journey into trucking, starting a haulage business and dealing with internet trolls.Thanks to Shannon for coming on the podcast!Donate to Ethan's Journey:https://www.gofundme.com/f/kjaq4v-ice-bath-challengeShannon (aka Truckergirl850):https://www.instagram.com/truckergirl850_1/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552356382066...
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