Truck N’ Hustle
The definitive podcast for entrepreneurs in trucking and logistics, featuring deep-dive interviews with founders and industry experts.
This is a business school for the transportation industry, delivered as a long-form interview podcast. Host Rahmel Wattley, a serial entrepreneur in the space, goes beyond the surface to uncover the origin stories, business models, and operational tactics of his guests. The show focuses on the "hustle"—the entrepreneurial journey of building something from scratch in sectors like trucking, freight brokerage, and niche logistics.
“Unlike shows that focus on the lifestyle of trucking, Truck N' Hustle is relentlessly focused on business and entrepreneurship. Its distinctiveness comes from the host's deep industry experience, which allows him to probe into the financial and operational details that matter to a business owner.”
Who hosts this show
Truck N' Hustle is a leading media platform and podcast for transportation and logistics entrepreneurs, hosted by industry veteran Rahmel Wattley. With over 20 years of experience that began with getting his CDL before moving into management and founding his own driver staffing companies, Wattley interviews the movers and shakers of the logistics world. The show explores the real stories behind successful transportation businesses, from trucking fleet owners to niche operators, providing practical knowledge for anyone looking to grow in the industry.
Credentials & credits
- Host and Founder of Truck N' Hustle
- Co-founder of Mega Driver Solutions (CDL driver staffing company)
- Founder of Ultimate Driver Staffing (exited in 2019)
- Over 20 years of experience in the transportation industry
- Former Dispatcher and Customer Logistics Supervisor at Ryder
- Holds a Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Other ventures
- THNiQ (Software/Platform)
- FreightFest (Industry conference)
- Truck N' Hustle Entrepreneurs Community
- Mega Driver Solutions
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01$3 Million Delivering Bread 🍞 #trucknhustle #podcast #breadrouteJun 26, 2026 · 57s
- 0233-Year-Old’s $3M Bread Route Empire | 6 Routes OwnedJun 25, 2026 · 2h 10m
- 03How This Young NYC Fleet Owner; Built a 23-Truck Empire!Jun 17, 2026 · 1h 22m
- 04Former Patrol Officer; Issues A Warning To All Truckers…!Jun 10, 2026 · 2h 02m
- 05The Guy With 100 Trucks, Died Broke.Jun 10, 2026 · 14 min
- 06How This New Orleans Trucker; Is Building His Heavy Haul Empire!Jun 3, 2026 · 1h 39m
- 074 Steps To Successfully Start Dispatching Trucks In 2026!May 28, 2026 · 9 min
- 08Build A Truck Dispatch BUSINESS From Scratch In 2026!May 26, 2026 · 1h 54m
Notable episodes
- 0133-Year-Old’s $3M Bread Route Empire | 6 Routes Owned
A deep dive into a profitable and accessible niche within logistics, breaking down the entire business model from acquisition to operations.
- 02Former Patrol Officer; Issues A Warning To All Truckers…!
Features a former DOT inspector who gives an insider's look at compliance, CSA scores, and major regulatory changes, providing critical information for any trucking professional.
- 03How This Young NYC Fleet Owner; Built a 23-Truck Empire!
A classic 'hustle' story that traces the guest's journey from driver to fleet owner, highlighting common pitfalls (like lease-purchases) and key growth strategies.
What you'll be asked on this show
Rahmel Wattley's interview style is chronological and story-driven. He typically opens by establishing the guest's origin story—where they're from and what they were doing before entering the industry. He then walks them through their career timeline, using key moments or terms mentioned by the guest (like "lease purchase") as jumping-off points for deeper, educational dives. He frequently asks for specific dates or timeframes to ground the story and poses questions aimed at extracting practical advice for his audience of aspiring entrepreneurs. The interviews are conversational and supportive, designed to make guests feel comfortable sharing both their wins and their early mistakes.
The show is built on long-form, conversational interviews. Host Rahmel Wattley often refers to his audience as the "Hustle Fam" and maintains a friendly, encouraging tone, calling guests "my dog." He excels at breaking down complex business and regulatory topics into understandable, actionable advice for his listeners.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
12 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
origin
4- Q.01
“Tell the audience a little bit about yourself and what you do.”
This is his standard opening move to let the guest introduce themselves and their company.
- Q.02
“Where are you from originally?”
Used early in the conversation to establish the guest's personal background and roots.
- Q.03
“What were you doing before you got into this business?”
This question helps frame the guest's entrepreneurial leap and their professional background.
- Q.04
“About what year was this when you started?”
Wattley frequently asks this to establish a clear timeline for the guest's story.
process
3- Q.01
“Can you break down what a [specific business model] is for the audience?”
He often pauses the narrative to have the guest explain a core concept, like a bread route or a lease-purchase.
- Q.02
“How does one become [an award winner or recognized expert]?”
He asks this to understand the criteria for excellence and high performance in the guest's field.
- Q.03
“How long did you stay at that first company?”
A follow-up question to trace the guest's career progression from their entry-level job.
advice
3- Q.01
“What's the biggest mistake drivers or new entrepreneurs make when it comes to [a specific topic]?”
This question is used to extract cautionary tales and practical advice for the listeners.
- Q.02
“How do you know when [routes or opportunities] are for sale?”
This is a practical question aimed at uncovering how to find business opportunities.
- Q.03
“Can you break down what a CSA score is and how it works?”
He asks experts to provide foundational explanations of key industry metrics for the benefit of the audience.
controversy
1- Q.01
“What are your thoughts on [recent industry news or ruling]?”
When interviewing experts, he uses this to get a timely, authoritative take on current events.
money
1- Q.01
“Typically, what do [assets like bread routes] sell for?”
He isn't afraid to ask about the financial entry point for a specific business.
Signature segments
- · "Alright, alright, Hustle Fam, Hustle Fam..."
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically founders and entrepreneurs who have built successful businesses in or around the transportation industry. They range from multi-generational fleet owners and niche logistics experts (e.g., bread routes) to former regulators and DOT compliance consultants.
- Chris Mateoon 33-Year-Old’s $3M Bread Route Empire | 6 Routes Owned
- Tim Maddoxon How This Young NYC Fleet Owner; Built a 23-Truck Empire!
- John Seidlon Former Patrol Officer; Issues A Warning To All Truckers…!
- Joe "The Heavy Haul Giant" Gibsonon How This New Orleans Trucker; Is Building His Heavy Haul Empire!
- Brandon Johnsonon Build A Truck Dispatch BUSINESS From Scratch In 2026!
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast consistently features CAT Scale's 'Weigh My Truck' app as a primary sponsor, with ads often read by the host. It also heavily promotes its own associated ventures, including the THNiQ platform and the Truck N' Hustle Entrepreneurs Community.
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People also ask
- Who is the host of Truck N' Hustle?
- The host is Rahmel Wattley, a transportation entrepreneur with over 20 years of industry experience, including founding multiple driver staffing companies.
- What is Truck N' Hustle about?
- It's a podcast focused on the business and entrepreneurship side of the transportation and logistics industry, featuring interviews with successful founders and experts.
- What kind of topics are discussed?
- Topics include starting and scaling a trucking business, freight brokerage, DOT compliance, fleet management, and niche opportunities like bread routes and heavy hauling.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Yes, the podcast releases new episodes on a weekly basis.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.
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- [01]Truck N' Hustle Official Websitetrucknhustle.com
- [02]Rahmel Wattley's Personal Websiterahmelwattley.com
- [03]Truck N' Hustle on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [04]Truck N' Hustle YouTube Channelyoutube.com
- [05]Celebrating Black History Month: Rahmel Wattley, C.E.O and Founder of Truck N' Hustleblog.truckersedge.com
- [06]The Truck N' Hustle Story with Rahmel Wattleythelogistics-oflogistics.com
- [07]Truck N' Hustle Entrepreneurs Communitythehustleec.com
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