Jason Eisenman

Ever wonder why some ELD systems make drivers want to throw their tablets out the window while others work? Sam Sussenguth, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at ISAAC Instruments, joins Liquid Trucking's VP of Safety, Jason Eisenman, to break down the reasons fleets switch ELD providers and why the tech-service combo matters more than price alone. Then Vic "The Brown Bandit" Walker returns to defend his legendary Trucker Trivia title against challengers Jimmy Travis and John Harrington.

Want the truth about where freight is headed? VP of Safety and HR Jason Eisenman breaks down Liquid Trucking's 2026 game plan in an unfiltered conversation about freight market realities and sustainable growth. We discuss Liquid's transloading facility expansion, new APU technology being tested for driver comfort, and the big news: our strategic brokerage acquisition. Jason explains how returning to basics, focusing on customer service, company core values, and maintaining consistent loads and miles, keeps Liquid financially stable while others face difficulties. After, Marcus flips the script with a hilarious crystal ball segment that'll have you laughing all the way to your next delivery.

Ready for the ultimate Christmas celebration on wheels? This special holiday episode brings you straight to the heart of trucker traditions with your favorite Liquid Trucking drivers sharing what makes the season bright on the road. Thomas Goode, Burt Morris, and Mikal "Donut" Duncan share their cherished Christmas memories, family traditions, and the holiday feasts that keep them going. We're building the Mount Rushmore of Christmas treats, revealing some seriously sweet tooth confessions. VP of HR and Safety Jason Eisenman and Business Development specialist Nick Meyer join us for hilarious dad jokes and reveal the ultimate trucker wishlist, perfect for anyone shopping for the driver in their life. Tune in for warm conversations, plenty of laughs, and insider tips on celebrating Yule season behind the wheel. Subscribe now and never miss the fun!

In this episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, host Marcus Bridges talks with cybersecurity expert and Fleet Defender CEO Terry Reinert, a former Department of Defense contractor, alongside Jason Eisenman, VP of Safety and HR at Liquid Trucking. They dive into the real-world cyber threats facing today’s trucks, from hacking and automation failures to cab surveillance risks. Terry explains how Fleet Defender helps protect fleets with 24/7 monitoring, and Marcus wraps up with eye-opening stats that show just how vulnerable the trucking industry truly is.

In this must-hear episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, host Marcus Bridges sits down with three seasoned safety professionals to explain the PSP (Pre-Employment Screening Program) report, a document that can make or break a truck driver’s career. You’ll hear from Chris Caldwell, a former Wisconsin State Trooper and now safety consultant who helps fleets interpret inspection data and DOT compliance issues. Zaheer Iqbal from Tyler Technologies, the company behind the PSP system, shares insider knowledge on how the system works and how drivers can access and understand their records. Jason Eisenman, VP of HR and Safety at Liquid Trucking, offers a fleet-level view on managing driver safety scores and correcting inaccurate reports. Together, they unpack everything from how to file a DataQ challenge to what happens when roadside inspections go wrong, and how it all ends up in your PSP. If you’re a CDL driver aiming to protect your record, a fleet safety manager improving compliance, or someone working to understand inspection data, this episode delivers real-world strategies you can use.

Merry Christmas from The Liquid Trucking Podcast! We love Christmas in these parts, so we threw together a special Christmas themed episode for all of you drivers to enjoy, since the episode drops on the big day! There’s Christmas music, a tasty Christmas treat recipe that’s easy to make, a Trucker Night Before Christmas, and even an interview with Liquid Driver Mike Stanfield. Mike and Marcus will discuss their favorite Christmas traditions and flannels! Enjoy your holiday and be safe out there Liquid drivers!

This week on The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re touching base with a couple drivers with a lot of experience in the snow. Liquid drivers Polar Bear and Matt Kleich will join the show along with VP of HR and Safety Jason Eisenman, who has some experience driving big rigs in bad weather himself. We’re going to touch on some things we haven’t mentioned in prior inclement weather episodes, so be sure to tune in for some great tips and tricks to stay safe on the road during the winter months.

This week on the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re punching way above our weight, with a heavy hitter of an interview. Executive Director and Global Market Strategist from JPMorgan, Meera Pandit will join the program. Meera will talk about all aspects of the economy, the transportation sector, inflation, interest rates and more. After we hear from Meera, Liquid Trucking’s VP of Safety and HR Jason Eisenman will join Marcus, to look at the interview through a Liquid lens!

Part 2 of our Driver Feedback episode is finally here! It took some doing, and a couple layovers, but this week, we’ve management on the line to respond to the driver feedback we received in episode 39. General Manager of Liquid Trucking Josh Schmidt will join us to talk it through, as well as Recruiting, Business Development and HR Specialist Nick Meyer. Then we’ll welcome regular guest Jason Eisenman to address what some drivers raised as concerns. It all comes full circle on this episode, so buckle up and hammer down!

This week on the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re bringing you the best from our first nearly 40 episodes! We’ll replay segments from episode #8 - Driver Hotline: Stories from the Road, Episode #11 - Marijuana Legalization and its Effect on Trucking, Episode #23 - The 500 Year Flood, and Episode #28 - The Teenage Hotline. It’s a long episode with a bunch of fun segments and a few that make you think!

This week on the Liquid Trucking podcast, we’ve got some important information about open enrollment for your benefits. Jason Eisenman joins us to parse through the finer details of making sure you have everything as you want it before open enrollment closes for the year. After that, we’ll welcome Liquid Drivers Alex Shevchuk, Drew Hearn and Jimmy Lindsay for a little segment we like to call “Recommended by Drivers, for Drivers.

Do you remember where you were on March 15th, 2019? Liquid Trucking remembers, because that was the day the 500 Year Flood wreaked havoc on Plattsmouth Nebraska and the surrounding area. Roger Schmidt, Josh Schmidt, Gabe Schmidt, Evan Schmidt, Jason Eisenman, Tanner Bowman and Beau Whipple all join us throughout the episode to share their firsthand accounts of a flood so gnarly, we only see it every 500 years.

This week on the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re digging around in the realm of litigation involving trucking companies. Jason Eisenman and Marcus will first be joined by Dave Mullin from Fraser Stryker, who will bring us some mind-blowing stats about lawsuits involving trucking companies, and we’ll learn a bit about the life cycle of an accident as it works its way through the court system. After that, Drew Lagow from Cox P.L.L.C. joins us to talk about a case that is still working through the system involving a mega-carrier and a nearly $100 million lawsuit. Drew will also discuss some of the tactics defense and plaintiff attorneys use in these cases. Finally, we’ll hear about some truck stops that hopefully aren’t too high on your list of places to stay the night.

This week on the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re going to hear from some people that make the day better at Liquid Trucking. We welcome Kyle Hales, VP of Sales for EpicVue, to talk about all the awesome products EpicVue offers, and which of those Liquid utilizes. After that, Polar Bear will join us to discuss his tips and tricks for watching TV using his EpicVue system, and how he NEVER misses a Kansas City Chiefs game. Finally, we’ll hear from VP of the Transportation Group for Cottingham and Butler Matt Ferris, who will talk about how Cottingham and Butler have formed a long lasting relationship with Liquid Trucking.

This week on the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we're discussing how you can stay fit on the road. We'll hear from Eric Washkuhn and Dr. Nutter of Integrated Care LLC about various things that can aid in passing your DOT physical. After that, Dr. Mark Manera from Offshift.ai stops by to share some tips and encouraging stories of fitness success OTR. Finally, Liquid driver Alex Shevchuk is back with a fresh and healthy recipe you can whip up in your cab.

This week’s episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast drives us down the highway of purple haze, as we discuss the changing landscape of marijuana legalization and its effect on the trucking industry. First, we’ll talk with Recruiter Nick Meyer, who will help us understand what a recruiter is looking for when new drivers are applying, and how various drug and alcohol violations affect that process. We’ll discuss some new regulations from the FMCSA on prohibited status, and finally, Safety Consultant from Safety Management Services Company Garett Larson joins the show along with VP of Safety and HR Jason Eisenman to talk about the changing landscape of marijuana legalization and the safety aspects involved.

On this episode of the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we dive into what makes Liquid, Liquid. If you ask VP of HR and Safety Jason Eisenman, it's the people, and he'll join us along with Procurement Manager Scott Schultz and Technician Jimbo Bostick. Scott and Jimbo demonstrate how the people working at Liquid are the pulse of the company. We'll also bring you the story of David Schultz, a driver who went missing in Sac County Iowa in early November. If you have any information that could help locate David, please call the Sac County Sheriff at 712.662.7127

With every load in and drop off being slightly different, things can get complex for Liquid Trucking drivers. On episode 6 of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’ll discuss the complexity of safety with Safety Director Dave Blotzer, VP of Safety and HR Jason Eisenman, and Director of Fleet Maintenance Nick Doty. Then we welcome retired OSHA Area Manager, Safety Guru and host of the What’s The Hazard Podcast, Doug Fletcher, to talk about various safety related topics.

The essence of a successful trucking company starts with the relationships drivers build with their dispatchers and their customers. On episode 3 of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’ll hear from Load Planner Tanner Bowman, Recruiting and HR Specialist Nick Meyer, Onboarding and Orientation Specialist Beau Hanke and Vice President of Safety and HR Jason Eisenman to discuss these relationships. Liquid driver Matt Jackman also joins us for a Driver Profile.

In our inaugural episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’ll hear from the people responsible for bringing Liquid Trucking from a small company, to what it is today. Co-founder and President Roger Schmidt, Co-Founder and Vice President Mike Beins, General Manager Josh Schmidt, Operations Manager Gabe Schmidt, and Vice President of Safety and Human Resources Jason Eisenman all join us to tell you the story of Liquid OFC Schmidt Barto.