What’s not to talk about when you are backstage waiting for your next entrance? Join Dexter Whitehead as he sits down with special guests from each and every part of the theatre and brings you into the dressing room too. So pick up your interval coffee or pour your post show wine and get ready for some dressing room banter. “There are no small parts, only small actors”. – Konstantin Stanislavski
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Hosted by Ed Hennings and Co -Host, Crissy "Blu Jai" covering real stories of urban truckers and industry professionals sharing their experiences on the road to riches and financial freedom with a touch of swag.
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THE URBAN TRUCKER EPISODE 17| INSURANCE HACK FOR MY TRUCKERS|DOMINIQUE DEVILLE
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23:30On this episode of The Urban Truck as Ed Hennings interviews Dominique Deville and receive information about selecting trucking equipment, insurance hacks, and the truth behind trucking. Dominique is the owner of Deville Enterprises and the last excuse he ever wants to give any brokers is that his truck broke down. So with researching and some tria…
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THE URBAN TRUCKER EPISODE 16| SHOULD I USE MY OWN MOTOR CARRIER #| DEXTER
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24:29Find out about eliminating overhead, hazmat loads, and how your network can keep you trucking as Ed Hennings interviews Dexter on The Urban Trucker. Dexter, the owner of Wayne Drivers LLC, signed on with a company who covers most of his overhead costs. He has been able to maximize his profits this way and getting back the time he would have lost co…
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THE URBAN TRUCKER EPISODE 15| SPECIALIZED FREIGHT $$$| HENRY
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32:22Checkout this interview with Henry as he talks with Ed Hennings about terms of agreement, working with freight brokers, knowing who you are, and finding the niches in the trucking industry. Henry owns Cottage Grove Hauling and starts this interview by highlighting the importance of receiving an agreement of exchange document before you ever move yo…
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THE URBAN TRUCKER EPISODE 14|THE HARD LESSONS IN TRUCKING | BRANDON WHITEHEAD
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32:24Listen in as Ed Hennings interviews Brandon Whitehead about using an ELD, the hard lessons of trucking, and loading properly to get the most money. The owner of Jules Express, Brandon Whitehead, decided to start using an electronic logging device (ELD) in his trucks to limit extra costs just in case of an accident, and the safety of his drivers. Th…
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THE URBAN TRUCKER EPISODE 13| RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL CDL TRUCKING SCHOOL| MICHELLE DEADWILER
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46:11Michelle Deadwiler's road to success wasn't a straight path, she struggled to obtain her CDL .However, with perseverance and assistance from her supportive husband ,she passed and now offers CDL training to hundreds of students in the Atlanta Georgia area. 3 Rivers Trucking School is one of legacy building and community impact. Michelle’s biggest m…
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THE URBAN TRUCKER EPISODE 12| INTERMODAL TRUCKING SUCCESS| MARK PORTER JR.
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41:30Mark Porter is made for trucking. He was 1st introduced to the industry at the young age of 8 by his father. He vividly details learning the game and all that it took to run a successful trucking enterprise. His experience specifically hauling within the intermodal sector has afforded him the knowledge to build out his fleet. Mark touches on buildi…
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THE URBAN TRUCKER EPISODE 11| HOW TO DISPACTH TRUCKS PROPERLY| LAKESHA HUGHES
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31:19On this episode of The Urban Trucker, we sat down with Lakesha Hughes,founder of Randy lanes corporation. Her company provides Trucking dispatch services , specializing in Box trucks and federal government contracts. Her knowledge of the industry and the art of Dispatching will leave you wanting to learn more. Stay up to date with Lakesha and her e…
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|THE URBAN TRUCKER EPISODE 10|HUSBAND & WIFE TEAM BUILDS TRUCKING EMPIRE|
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43:30Kevin and Star Skidmore, epitomizes the term "power Couple." Their humble beginnings growing up in New Orleans, LA and Atlanta, Georgia respectively has been a bumpy road. Kevin found the inspiration to start a trucking company named four forty trucking which was the state law bill that sent him away as a youth to prison . His time away did not det…
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THE URBAN TRUCKER EPISODE 9|BIG REFORM,BIG TRUCKING |KEIDRAIN BREWSTER
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37:58Keidrain Brewster CEO of Brewster logistics spent 13 years in prison and not long after was able to create a successful life in the trucking industry. He tours the prisons throughout the country providing hope with his best selling book " From the streets to the suites". Keidrain has provides opportunities through trucking with his BIG Reform movem…
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Anthony Winfield|HOW THE MUSIC BUSINESS TAUGHT ME TRUCKING|EPISODE 8
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44:00Ed Hennings and Crissy blu Jai interviews Anthony Winfield about the importance of having an emergency truck fund and how the music industry taught him logistics on The Urban Trucker. Anthony Winfield is the owner of Born Leaders Inc., he discusses the importance of saving, not only for maintaining his trucks, but to be able to treat his employees …
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Don Myers| Episode 6, BUY SEMI-TRUCKS & KEEP YOUR DAY JOB
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34:37Dionysus Myers Ed Hennings does it again when it sits down with Dionysus Myers to talk about success and triumph on The Urban Trucker. Although Dionysus exited the trucking industry in 2022, his time and experience while he was in the industry are invaluable. Dionysus brings an educated and unique perspective on the pros and cons of working with fa…
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From Nothing to Truckin'| EPISODE 7| ROOSEVELT HAMLIN
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20:00Roosevelt Hamlin had a dream that upon his release he would start his own trucking company. After many years incarcerated in a federal prison, his dream became a reality. Today he is the Owner operator of Rose Gold, dedicated to Putting God first and tackling the trucking industry to leave a legacy. Roosevelt talks his come up and how trucking has …
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John Collum- The Urban Trucker| What it takes to be a Boss in Trucking| episode 5
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26:25Listen as Ed Hennings talks with John about business and personal success on The Urban Trucker. Originally from Chicago, IL, John Collum has multiple streams of transportation including semitrucks, tow trucks, and road-side assistance trucks. Most importantly, John is a ten year veteran in the trucking industry. His wealth of knowledge is unmatched…
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Listen as Ed Hennings talks with Lynn Barksdale about success and redemption on The Urban Trucker. Lynn shares his thoughts on the multiple avenues and opportunities the trucking industry can provide. Having been formerly incarcerated, Lynn is using his experience and drive to help other entrepreneurs learn the trucking business. Lynn is the owner/…
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Jacci Blaine - The Urban Trucker/Being a successful Black Woman In Trucking!!| Episode 3
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25:22Meet Jacci Blaine from Chicago,il whose the owner/operator of Blaine Autogroup, a transportation company she and her husband started 5 years ago.Her career started as a bus driver for the Chicago Transit Authority and she decided to take a chance for herself and family. As a black woman entrepreneur, she is one of the new faces of the trucking indu…
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The Do's and Dont's for success in the trucking industry /Ronnie Jackson/ Metro freight
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19:54On episode 2 With Ronnie Jackson of Metro freight logistics from Detroit, Michigan. Although Ronnie has several trucks in his fleet , things have not always been an easy ride. Ronnie discussed his rookie mistakes and tips to be successful in the trucking industry. Spoken like a true teacher , Ronnie is expanding his trucking outfit with an educatio…
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Ed had dreams of owning a barber/beauty salon upon his release of incarceration. He undoubtedly knew this was his calling until a client advise him of the freedom and joy he found behind the wheel of a box truck. By the time that client was in the shop next week, Ed ahis first 26 foot box truck for $10k. It was that hustle and execution that led to…
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We are bringing culture, swag and a behind the wheel insight into the trucking industry that's transforming right before our eyes. PLEASE SUBCRIBE TO THE URBAN TRUCKER YOUTUBE CHANNEL. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr7l2TMO8KE-TVS6UWFoefQBy Ed hennings
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From open air performances to the trials of Stephen King's Misery, Liz Plumpton joins us in the dressing room to tell some stories from playing the wicked witch of the west to directing her next project The Revlon Girl. Don't miss out on this brilliant episode and Stay Healthy!By Dexter Whitehead
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Producing in a pandemic and accidentally becoming the face of Strongbow! The wonderful Michael Jenkins joins us in the dressing room this week to chat about his career so far and the exciting times ahead with his new show "Music of the Night" opening next week! Join us as we talk about The Last Five Years, Come From Away and much much more. Enjoy t…
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Talking musicals, mishaps and mayhem. Musical director Tom Brookes tells us about his favourite shows, the ups and downs of rehearsals and teaching tone deaf podcast hosts how to sing. Sit down, relax and have some fun in the dressing room.By Dexter Whitehead
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Potentially the funniest prank call yet and a very awkward finish the lyrics, this week Dave Thane talks pro panto vs am dram panto, a sleeping director and falling flats. With plenty more stories of family, friends and theatre enjoy the banter and stay healthy.By Dexter Whitehead
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In the dressing room this week we sit down with new kid on the block Alexander Westwood as we talk about being an extra on Netflix, and working your way to becoming the next Doctor Who. Enjoy and stay healthy.By Dexter Whitehead
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Literally bursting into the dressing room this week, the fireball of energy that is Alison Connell tells some stories from playing Shenzi in The Lion King and dealing with the struggles of trying to get cast as a black actor. So many laughs and some hard hitting realities make this episode one not to be missed. Do yourself a favour and educate your…
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Joins us with Jonathan Blake, musical theatre performer and host of the popular podcast Theatre World News. We chat about movies that work as musicals, superhero stage adaptations and finding a love for theatre as a fifteen year old. We also talk about diversity in the world of theatre and what it's like going the Full Monty on stage. Enjoy the ban…
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Hi-de-Hi folks! In this exciting episode T.V. legend and all round nice guy Jeffrey Holland sits down to reveal some secrets from his years in the business. From how it all started trying to pick up girls, to a one man show 40 years in the making. We talk about the wobbly sets of Crossroads and the beautiful friendships in Hi-de-Hi! Sit back and en…
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At last the one and only Phebe Jackson joins Dexter in another fantastic episode of Dressing Room Banter. We talk everything from starting out in theatre to keeping up with a quality cast. From Fame to West Side Story the girl with the pipes spills the beans on scary spiders, dealing with dancing and friendships that find their way onto the stage.…
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This week we have the talented Karen Bayley alongside her comic companion Bertie the dog! Sit down and join us as we talk all things stand up, how things really work on T.V. panel shows and what it is like to write jokes for other folks. We also hear some stories of first gigs, worst gigs and some hilarious stage escapes gone wrong. Enjoy the bante…
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Lighting up the dressing room this week we have Alex Johnson who gives an insight into the world of lighting design and how he gets to have fun working professionally in the industry. We also spotlight a potential new feature where we make a prank call for some all round techie banter.By Dexter Whitehead
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Staying healthy in the dressing room this week, Ian Eaton talks about the fickle finger of fate, falling flats and the friendly appearance of "Little Ian". With plenty of tales to tell about line learning, slip ups and much more. Get ready for a very random Quick Fire Round and another joyful episode.…
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SECRETS REVEALED Dan Smith joins Dexter to let the cat out of the bag. Want to know why a 14 year old boy would dress up like Matt Goss? Or how to get 348,000 followers on TikTok? Maybe you just have the burning desire to find out if Jeffrey Holland has an illicit love child? All these questions are answered plus the biggest of them all, IS DRESSIN…
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The tattooed girl of musical theatre leaps into the dressing room this week to talk auditions, being a musical mum and on stage mishaps. CiCi Howells joins Dexter to tell how she went from being the Welsh rebel rocker to professional performer. The Witches of Eastwick, Jerry Springer and Thoroughly Modern Millie to name a few, all deliver some grea…
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Playboy secrets, locked in toilets and pulled over by the police, Maureen sure has some funny stories in this weeks episode. We also introduce our new feature: QUICK FIRE ROUND in the slowest possible way! Get ready for a whole lot of laughs and some excellent Dressing Room Banter.By Dexter Whitehead
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Possibly the nicest man in theatre bounces into the dressing room this week and talks Panto, musicals and foul mouthed podcast hosts. Paul Wescott also chats about trips to Vegas, a vanishing Annie and the buzz of the theatre plus many more stories to keep the banter going in our 10th episode! WOW! We also have our first surprise caller and find ou…
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Get ready to fly high with some aerial stunts, juggle your thoughts and have some all round circus fun in the dressing room this week. Joe Fearn founder of the wonderful Circus Mash steps up the banter as we learn how circus has become a way of life for him by following his dreams. "Dream way too big and forget not your purpose, but live every day …
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Round Midnight, Raw Talent and a ridiculous sized gin. Successful writer, actor and director Claire Downes brings the banter this week talking theatre in education, The Job Lot, snogging Idris Elba and working with James Van Der Beek. Don't miss her in the dressing room for some non stop fun.By Dexter Whitehead
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"If you want to know the measure of a man, you simply count his friends." Join us this week with the inspirational Stuart Goodwin as we talk about life changing trips to Morocco, Santa Claus and Scottish tour guides. Not forgetting of course becoming Rooster Byron for Jez Butterworth's Jerusalem. Definitely an episode packed to the brim with Dressi…
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Stepping into a different dressing room for the first time, but definitely not the last; Dexter joins Joanne Ellis to talk about accidentally redecorating the set with an unfortunate incident, stage managing a musical and costume catastrophes. Town councillor Joanne gets the banter going in this weeks episode.…
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Proving that not all techies are the same, Joe Green chats with Dexter about how he became a professional sound manager working in the West End. But of course Dressing Room Banter means we get some other stories along the way, including drinking games with Sting, a dress rehearsal for the royals and a dreamcoat disaster! All of this from a man with…
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This week Chris Commander has his first experience in the dressing room with Dexter as they talk accents, Shakespeare and fraudulent mediums. Add a little magic and once again the banter is strong in this entertaining episode.By Dexter Whitehead
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This week Patrick joins Dexter to talk snogging in The 39 Steps, stripping in Chicago and becoming a tramp for Pinter. It's a right "Carry On" with that wonderful Sid James chuckle thrown in for a good measure of Dressing Room Banter.By Dexter Whitehead
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Cocktails, coming out and Footballers' Wives!!! Yes, you read that right, Footballers' Wives! Paul Atkins joins Dexter Whitehead in the dressing room this week for a chat that might make you laugh, might make you cry, but will certainly make you glad you listened to this episode of Dressing Room Banter.…
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In this premiere episode of Dressing Room Banter Dexter Whitehead sits down with stalwart of the stage Barrie Atchison. Talking onstage blunders, embarrassing moments and all things theatre. So sit back, relax and get on board for some backstage stories and a few laughs along the way!By Mark
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