Mikal Duncan

Valentine's Day hits differently when you're a thousand miles from home. This special episode tackles the real-world relationship challenges pro drivers face every single day without the sugar-coated answers. Liquid drivers Mikal "Donut" Duncan, Mike "Red Beard" Stanfield, and Jason Defoor as they join us and get brutally honest about trucker relationships and long-distance love. If you're an owner/operator struggling to stay connected with your spouse, a fleet driver missing your kids, or a significant other trying to understand life on the road, this conversation is for you. You'll discover proven relationship advice from drivers who've been there: how to communicate when you're exhausted, what keeps marriages strong during long hauls, and the truth about managing Valentine's Day from a truck stop. We start with the serious struggles, because respect matters, then shift into the lighter moments that remind us why we fight for these relationships. This isn't a theory. It's real talk from real truckers navigating real love.

Driver fatigue isn't just about getting more sleep; it's about surviving a broken system that works against you. In this hard-hitting episode, three experienced Liquid drivers pull back the curtain on the industry's secret: structural problems that make proper rest nearly impossible. Mikal Donut Duncan, Jason Defoor, and Burt Morris bring their experience to the fatigue debate. Is it your fault when truck parking is unavailable after hour 9? Should drivers bear all the blame when trip planning ignores biology? They tackle sleep apnea realities, the difficulty in finding safe parking spots, and effective rest management strategies behind the wheel. If you're a pro driver fighting to stay alert, an owner-operator managing your own schedule, or a safety manager trying to reduce incidents, this conversation delivers actionable insights. You'll hear unfiltered truths about fatigue from drivers who live it daily. You’ll get straight talk about sleep deprivation, HOS pressures, and what needs to change. The Liquid Trucking Podcast drops weekly with insider perspectives from the road. Subscribe now.

Some conversations change you. When Jennifer Sheldon sat down with us to talk about her son Connor, the room shifted. Her other son, Liquid driver Mikal "Donut" Duncan, sat beside her as they shared a story of loss that became a mission. Jennifer, a special needs professional, lost Connor to Down syndrome complications far too young. But here's where the story shifts. Instead of letting grief consume them, they launched the Connor Sheldon Memorial Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to building all-abilities parks and ADA-compliant playgrounds where kids with autism, Down syndrome, and other disabilities can play alongside their peers. This isn't your average trucker interview. Amanda and I both lost it during this conversation, and we're leaving it in because real emotion matters. Whether you're a professional driver, parent of a special needs child, ADA advocate, or just someone who believes every kid deserves a swing set they can actually use, you need to hear Connor's story. Bring tissues. This all-inclusive park movement is changing communities, one playground at a time.

What did 2025 really look like behind the wheel? In this New Year's Eve special, join Mike Stanfield, Mikal 'Donut' Duncan, Polar Bear, and Jason DeFoor for the most honest conversation you'll hear from pro drivers this year. These Liquid veterans don't hold back sharing their biggest accomplishments, the goals that slipped away, broken resolutions, and unforgettable moments from 2025. We dig deep into what worked, what didn't, and the aspirations driving us into 2026. No corporate fluff, just real drivers talking real life.

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!

Thanksgiving, turkey, family traditions, and cooking tips take center stage in this special holiday episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast! Host Marcus celebrates with three Liquid drivers, Mikal "Donut" Duncan, Matt Kleich, and Sam Walker, who bring serious cooking skills to the table. Hear what each driver is cooking for their gatherings and get inspired by stories from Thanksgiving's past, including Donut's hilarious near-miss with a launched frozen turkey! Plus, Marcus shares an easy Mexican street corn recipe you can make right in your cab, perfect for CDL drivers on the road this holiday season.

Join Mikal "Donut" Duncan, Bradley Walker, and Francisco "Frank" Moreno as they share their hard-earned insights on navigating inclement weather. They break down their must-have gear, trip planning essentials, and the safety strategies they depend on when facing snow, sleet, and black ice. We wrap up with key statistics that reveal the true impact of weather on road safety, making this a must-listen for professional drivers, safety managers, and anyone sharing the road in winter conditions.

The Liquid Trucking Podcast hits a spooktacular 100 episodes with our most requested episode, an exclusive Halloween roundtable featuring seven of our most frequent CDL drivers. Our tanker professionals get brutally honest about what makes this podcast essential listening, what needs improvement, and their raw first reactions when they heard about a show built specifically for truckers. Then we kick back for a spooky campfire storytelling game that reveals the humor, creativity, and brotherhood defining the professional driver community. This anniversary episode celebrates the road warriors, truck and trailer shop crews, and trucking families who've powered 100 episodes of unfiltered conversations from the cab.

Join us for Episode 95 of The Liquid Trucking Podcast! We kick things off with an info-packed check-in with Chris Baltushis, Terminal Manager at Barto. Chris shares the latest on their new hazmat transload facility, now fully operational, covering the process, growth, and the future of moving bulk freight from rail to truck. Next, Liquid Drivers Mike Stanfield and Mikal “Donut” Duncan join Marcus for another round of “Am I The Asshole?” This time, the debate centers on a risky situation involving a driver passing an oversized load in oncoming traffic. Expect laughs, lively discussion, and real insights into trucking life. From hazmat and bulk freight to rail logistics and trucking culture, this episode delivers essential info for truckers, terminal staff, and anyone curious about life on the road. Whether you’re a professional driver, a terminal manager, or just passionate about trucking, there’s something here for you.

In Episode 93 of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we sit down with Christy Choice of Tenstreet, a rising leader in the trucking industry, to hear about her career journey, the people she’s met along the way, and Tenstreet’s latest offerings. We also recap highlights from the recent Tenstreet User Conference and explore how trucking technology is shaping the future of the transportation industry. Then, we shift gears to an in-depth roundtable with Liquid drivers Matt Kliech, Matt MacKellar, and Mikal Duncan. Together, we tackle some of the industry’s most pressing topics, from new legislation around CDL school protocols and English proficiency requirements for immigrants, to the real-world impact of ADAS warning systems on driver safety, to the everyday challenges CDL-A drivers face on the road. Whether you’re a fleet executive, driver, or policymaker, this episode offers a front-row seat to the conversations shaping today’s trucking industry.

In this fun and insightful episode of The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we sit down with two of our own drivers Burt Morris and Mikal “Donut” Duncan, along with Burt’s daughter Caitlin, who’s gearing up to start high school. We chat about their summer travels, family time, and Caitlin’s passion for clubs and true crime podcasts. As the conversation winds down, we steer into the serious topic of back-to-school safety. From G.O.A.L. to navigating busy school zones, this episode highlights the increased risks truckers face during this season and the importance of staying alert around students and pedestrians.

This week on the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we're taking a break from talking Trucking, and diving into the world of cinema. We'll welcome Liquid drivers Mikal Duncan, Matt MacKellar and Jay Defoor to the show for a hilarious discussion about their favorite movies and other drivers favorite movies. Maybe you'll pick up a good suggestion on something to watch! You'll DEFINITELY pick up a couple to NOT watch!

This week on the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re washing out the tanks, and getting down to the really good stuff. We’ll take a dive into what makes tanking a unique brand of trucking with Liquid drivers Matt Kleich, Quincy Rich, and Mikal Duncan. The drivers talk about their expectations going in, surprises, best and worst hauls and more. If you’re looking into tanking as a career, you don’t want to miss this one!

This week on The Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re diving skin deep and talking ink! Liquid Drivers Drew Hearn, Mikal Duncan, Matt Kleich and Mike Stanfield join the program to talk about why they got their tattoos, which are their favorite or most meaningful, and where it hurt the most. We also have a gallery of drivers’ tattoos up on the website, so be sure to check it out and send in your submissions to podcast@liquidtrucking.com! If you would like to help the Defoor family in their time of need, please donate to the Go Fund Me at this link: https://gofund.me/339db121

This week on the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re taking a look in the rearview mirror. Liquid drivers Shade Thomas, Nathan Dobrenz and Mikal Duncan will join us to discuss their careers BEFORE they became drivers. We’ll dive into what lessons can be translated to trucking, that were learned in careers like drag racing, social media management, and working with the mentally disabled. This is an insightful episode, and a fun listen, so download it today!

This week on the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we’re bringing you a roundtable with 4 drivers, Drew Hearn, Tim Behrends-Spencer, Mikal “Donut” Duncan, and Dusty Erickson. We’ll talk about what they are listening to while the hours pass on the road. The point of this episode is to give Liquid drivers a few ideas, just in case their playlists are getting stale. We’ll talk podcasts, music, audiobooks, and even the sounds of silence! There’s a few really good tips about different ways that you can expand your library for free, so make sure to download this cut today!

This week on the Liquid Trucking Podcast, we're going to have some fun and make some commitments to our goals. 4 drivers, Drew Hearn, Christopher Palmas, Mikal Duncan and Mike Stanfield, will join us to talk about their New Year's resolutions and tell us about their motivations for them. Right smack in the middle, the Teenage Hotline will have a go at roasting our host with the most.

This week’s episode of the liquid Trucking Podcast is all about the Tech that moves Trucking. We’ll welcome three Liquid drivers to the show, Nathan Dobrenz, Joseph Hutchison and Mikal Duncan, who will walk us through their favorite tech gadgets. We’ll also bring you a Trucker Wishlist for Tech Gadgets that you might want to find under the tree this year!

Time to roll out the spooky carpet on the Liquid Trucking Podcast! This week is our Halloween special, and we’ve got 3 Liquid drivers joining the show to talk about everything from spending Halloween with family, frightening experiences on the road, superstitions, and even Bigfoot! It’s a great conversation with Mike Stanfield, Drew Hearn, and Mikal “Donut” Duncan, so download it now!