Monthly Archives: October 2014

1878 Soul Atrophy

October 27, 2014PodcastAssociated Press, Brandon Banks, Drake, Groupon, James Franklin, Key, Midnight Madness, Nashville Tennessee, New York City, Optical resolution, Roy Masters, Tom Thurman, University of Kentucky, Vanderbilt University, WiredTomWiles

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Mark Vanderburg’s Gun Rights Radio Network

Foundation of Human Understanding

Roy Masters

1877 Idolization

October 26, 2014PodcastBoston, Boston Globe, Eternal Light Peace Memorial, Lou Gehrig, New York City, Roy Masters, Tiberias, WikipediaTomWiles

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Foundation of Human Understanding

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1876 Idolatry In The Modern World

October 22, 2014PodcastDomain name, Go Daddy, GoDaddy, GoDaddy.Com, Gun Rights Radio Network Foundation, Internet hosting service, Mark Vanderburg, Roy MastersTomWiles

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Foundation of Human Understanding

Roy Masters

1875 Thoughts On Ebola

October 17, 2014PodcastIRB Sevens World Series, Kentucky Derby, Levi Strauss & Co, Limited partnership, Roy Masters, San Francisco, Super Bowl, United StatesTomWiles

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Foundation of Human Understanding

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1874 Epigenetics

October 9, 2014PodcastAyn Rand, epigenetics, Roy MastersTomWiles

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Foundation of Human Understanding

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1873 Reality Catching Up

October 2, 2014PodcastFaceBook, Kent State University, ohio, Ohio National Guard, Role-playing game, Roy Masters, twitter, Urban OutfittersTomWiles

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Foundation of Human Understanding

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Pro carrier environment sustained through August: FTR
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – The FTR Trucking Conditions Index (TCI) dropped in August, but still reflected a very positive carrier environment. The moderation seen in August reflected some freight rate stabilization and continued incremental capacity additions, FTR reported. Freight demand remains…
Fastfrate launches new linehaul division
WOODBRIDGE, Ont. – Fastfrate Group has announced the formation of a new dedicated truckload linehaul service. It integrated BRS Transportation’s operations into the Consolidated Fastfrate operations, effective Oct. 15. Fastfrate Linehaul is the name of the new entity, and will…
Goodyear takes two million service calls in 10 years
AKRON, Ohio – Goodyear has announced its Fleet HQ Emergency Roadside Service program has achieved a new milestone, having completed its two millionth service call in 10 years. “Over the last decade, trucking operations of all sizes and configurations –…
Tarping system features simplified design
Mountain Tarp’s ESR2000, an electric side-to-side lock and roll tarping system, features a heavy-duty electric motor, single-button open and close controls, and a reinforced aluminum front arm with spring assembly. Available in direct drive or with a chain drive motor…
Western Canadian roads
With winder approaching, Western Canada has its fair share of roads in need of upgrading
Tapping into the Aboriginal advantage
SASKATOON, Sask. — Recent statistic show that in 2016 there were 315 truck drivers who spoke a Cree language, and the numbers have been in decline for the last 15 years. More truck drivers in Canada speak Greek, Gujarati, Hebrew, or…
Trucks for Change delivers for charity
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Trucks for Change Network, an organization that connects charities to those who can haul their freight, has just transported its 20 millionth pound of donated food — and that’s just a sample of what has been accomplished…
The proof in the planning
Carmen Transportation finds success in the minute details of delivery
Challenger’s Topping named HR Leader of the Year
And other HR awards are handed out during the Trucking HR Canada Gala Awards Dinner
Wabash Canada mourns the loss of Rodney Ehrlich
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Rodney Ehrlich, co-founder and CTO of Wabash National, passed away on Oct. 9. He was 72 years old. Wabash Canada’s president and CEO Brent Larson expressed his sadness of the company’s loss. He had this to say:…
Get ready to ‘Shift into Winter’
RICHMOND, B.C. – With winter fast approaching – and already a reality in some areas of Western Canada – the Winter Driving Safety Alliance (WDA) is urging truckers and all motorists to drive smart this snow season through its “Shift…
Owner of carrier involved in Humboldt collision charged
REGINA, Sask. – The owner of the trucking company involved in the Humboldt Broncos bus collision has been charged with eight counts of failing to comply with safety regulations. Sukhmander Singh, owner of Calgary-based Adesh Deol Trucking, will face seven…
Trends in eCommerce and last-mile delivery
TORONTO, Ont. – Last-mile delivery is going to have to keep up with the increasing demands of consumer buying trends. That’s according to a panel who discussed eCommerce and last-mile delivery trends, at this year’s Surface Transportation Summit. The panel…
U.S. economy should remain strong: FTR
COLUMBUS, Ind. – The U.S. economy is “in a good place” and expected to stay there through 2019. That was the assessment of Bill Witte, senior economist with FTR, who gave an economic update to subscribers during a State of…
Alliance calls for third-party ELD certification
TORONTO, Ont. – The Canadian Trucking Alliance is once again stressing the need to have mandated electronic logging devices (ELDs) certified by third parties, helping to ensure the devices can’t be compromised. The alliance says the final rule has been…
Canada can learn from past mistakes when mandating ELDs
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Canada’s long-awaited electronic logging device (ELD) mandate should differ from the U.S. rule to avoid some of the pitfalls that befell the rollout of similar legislation there. That was the opinion of a panel that discussed the…
MELT to be mandated in Alberta this spring
EDMONTON, Alta. – The Alberta government announced today that mandatory entry-level driver training (MELT) will be mandated in spring 2019 for Class 1 and 2 drivers. The announcement was made at the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) office by Transportation…
Mack’s Anthem a perfect fit for Westcan’s driver-focused mentality
EDMONTON, Alta. – With the help of Mack Trucks, Westcan Bulk Transport is putting the focus back on the driver. “We need a good product so we can get drivers in the trucks and product to market,” said Howard August,…
Tremcar West adds to vacuum units and equipment sales team
EDMONTON, Alta. – Tremcar West has appointed Geoff Dowson as its regional sales manager for vacuum units and equipment. With over 18 years of experience in the vac industry, Dowson was previous employed by Westech Vac Systems for more than…
Breaking down brakes
Brakes continue to be the trucking industry’s greatest pain point when it comes to vehicle-related out-of-service defects. However, there are steps fleet managers, maintenance departments, and even drivers can take to greatly reduce a carrier’s brake-related defects. It starts with…

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