Best Bruce Gunter Podcasts (2025)

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118. Garth Young – Cowboy 3:29:44

19h ago3:29:44

3:29:44

We met Garth through our mate Mike Minogue and they’ve been mates for many years. Garth has been around, driven all types of vehicles and is still doing it with an undeniable love for the old days, fast trucks, hot rods and horses, hence the nickname Cowboy. It was great to hear his story and we are sure you’ll enjoy it as well.…

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The 'How To' Guide to SUP Racing - Part One 1:07:08

5d ago1:07:08

1:07:08

Have you ever wondered if SUP racing is for you? In the first of three special 'How To' episodes, we sit down to pull out the hows and the why of stand-up paddleboard racing with Sarah “SUP Junkie” Thornely, former GB national champion, and popular choice winner of the 2024 SUP Connect Woman of the Year award, recognized for her tireless work champ…

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Waterborne: A 1200 mile Adventure into the Healing Power of Water- With Dan Rubinstein 1:34:22

12d ago1:34:22

1:34:22

In this episode of the SUPfm podcast, we sit down with Dan Rubinstein, journalist, and the author of Waterborne, a powerful new book chronicling his 1,200-mile inland paddleboarding journey through Canada and the US. We explore the intersection of adventure, environment, and human connection, tracing Dan’s remarkable route from Ottawa to Montreal, …

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117. Mick Gately 4:34:48

15d ago4:34:48

4:34:48

We met Mick through our great mate Mike 'HOSS' Minogue and he was more than happy to come on and tell his story. He believes that if people don't tell these stories there will be no history left. He has a great story to tell including his days at CJ Dean and we know you'll enjoy it as much as we did. Check out the Road to Compliance MASTERCLASS htt…

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How Courage Crosses Oceans: One Woman’s Stand-Up Paddle for CF Awareness- With Rylee Walker 58:43

19d ago58:43

58:43

This season marks the 10th anniversary of this show and in this kick off episode, we sit down with Rylee Walker, a passionate cystic fibrosis advocate, endurance paddler, and intern at the Piper’s Angels Foundation, known for her unwavering determination and her upcoming documentary Against All Odds. We explore Rylee’s transformational journey—from…

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Season Eight - Trailer 2:15

22d ago2:15

2:15

We're back soon with a cracking new season in our 10th year! Don't forget to subscribe :) Thank you to this season's sponsors: Starboard, Oscar Propulsion and PaddleUKBy Simon Hutchinson

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116. Dwayne & Janelle Nienberg | MATS 2025 1:24:47

29d ago1:24:47

1:24:47

Dwayne & Janelle Nienberg have one hell of a story and are two of the nicest people we have ever met. It was a pleasure getting to know them both. Go check out them out on Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheDirtyOldTruckerBy Bruce Gunter & Brendon Ryan

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115. Tracey Lindsay - Lindsay Brothers 3:11:31

1M ago3:11:31

3:11:31

You’d have to be driving with your eyes closed not to notice a sea of red and white up and down the east coast of Australia. Starting back in the 50’s by Tom and Peter Lindsay, Lindsay Brothers had a permanent presence on our highways up until they became Lindsay Australia in 2002. This interview is with Peter Lindsay’s daughter Tracey who is heavi…

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114. MATS - Miss Flatbed Red & Chris Budke 2:27:04

2M ago2:27:04

2:27:04

We did many recordings at the Mid America Truck Show and amongst them was the delightful Miss Flatbed Red and her ‘Lost in the 70’s’ husband Chris Budke. These two live and breath historic trucking and a lot of you will already know Red from her YouTube interviews, that she has been conducting with ATHS Members for quite a few years – they are an i…

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113. Peter Baldwin – Co-Ord/Cootes/RTA 3:38:00

2M ago3:38:00

3:38:00

Peter Baldwin was mentioned many times in Rob Woolley’s podcast and Rob was instrumental in ensuring that Bruce captured Peter at his home in Renmark to hear this amazing mans story. Working for some legendary companies in outback Australia, Peter made a name for himself as both a driver and a Manager for companies enduring our harshest travel cond…

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112. Lance Larcombe & Arthur I’Anson - Cleveland Freight Lines 4:10:33

3M ago4:10:33

4:10:33

The Cleveland Mack Munchers have been iconic amongst the trucking community for many years with Frank Lenzi at the helm for over 45 years. His recent passing led to the closing of the company which was met with tributes flowing for the well respected icon. A number of enthusiasts purchased examples of the old Cleveland fleet including Jarred Sacca,…

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111. David Kent Tribute – Jared Kent and David Walsh 4:41:35

3M ago4:41:35

4:41:35

Bruce has often mentioned his long term mate David Kent who we lost to cancer at the end of 2023. Dave and Deidre Kent were the proprietors of Spencer Gulf Coaches in Port Pirie and a recent catch up with their son, Jared and Dave’s best mate, David Walsh, allowed Bruce to sit with them both and reminisce about the awfully talented Dave and the imp…

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Emergency Podcast: ICF World Cup Announcement 1:16:12

3M ago1:16:12

1:16:12

This week I'm joined by Sarah 'SUPJunkie' Thornely and others in a special 'LIVE' emergency episode following the announcement of a number of new events by the ICF, including the award of a World Cup event to Torbay, Devon in 2026. We talk to the man central to the bid, Brendon Prince as well as guests including racers and brands reacting to this e…

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110. Kym Roocke – Nuriootpa Traders 2:23:36

4M ago2:23:36

2:23:36

Nuriootpa Traders was a family owned and operated business for over 40 years and over this time grew to become the largest local transport company operating exclusively between the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale and Adelaide areas. The company was sold to new owners in 2018 and continues to operate in the same capacity however, we managed to catch up…

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109. Jacob and Anne Kuchel – Kuchel Contractors 3:58:52

4M ago3:58:52

3:58:52

The stunning Kuchel fleet has graced our roads for many years and was enough to have Bruce approach Jacob to ask him to sit down and tell the story of their long history in transport. Along with the trucking side, the company has also developed a reputation for producing some fine restorations out of their Barossa Valley workshops. The company was …

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108. Sharon & Bob Middleton – Whiteline Transport (Feat. Steve Shearer) 4:43:59

5M ago4:43:59

4:43:59

Sharon and Bob Middleton are extremely well known in the transport industry, not only for their striking black, white and red fleet, but also for their constant battle to improve the industry, with tireless efforts lobbying for better conditions, treatment and acceptance from the authorities, and the general public. This discussion with them goes b…

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107. Peter Zimm - Leader Trucks 2:21:54

5M ago2:21:54

2:21:54

Following the interview with Keith Anderson in Toowoomba, his son David contacted us with a lead to Peter Zimm who had a strong affiliation with Leader Trucks after marrying into the family. The Leader story is exceptional in regard to ingenuity, resilience and trying to compete with big business in a small Australian market. Peter owns an incredib…

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106. Jon Kelly - HHA 4:11:57

6M ago4:11:57

4:11:57

We have to be honest, having a chat with Jon was something we debated for a long time however, one thing we hate at Copy Southbound is trial by social media so, after many recommendations from people we highly regard in the industry we approached Jon for an all out discussion about his life, his rise and fall, his life after HHA and of course, his …

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105. Glenn Nightingale – Nightingale Transport 3:51:46

6M ago3:51:46

3:51:46

Glenn Nightingale operated out of the Wollongong area with his stunning light blue fleet of American trucks. Like everyone, he started tough and eventually was able to build up a strong clientele with reliability and service his key factors. After many years of operation, Glenn was approached to sell the company and now lives a quiet life in Ipswic…

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Paddling Under The Midnight Sun: A SUP Journey Down the Yukon River with Barbara and Gunter 1:12:57

6M ago1:12:57

1:12:57

In this episode we find out how two ski guides from Austria paddled 3,260km down the Yukon River to the Bering Sea. Barbara and Gunter share how they planned and prepared for this epic 51-day expedition, their approach to physical and mental challenges, and the importance of partnership and resilience in remote environments. You can watch this epis…

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104. Greg Hardwidge - Coffs Harbour 2:59:28

7M ago2:59:28

2:59:28

A chance meeting on a road trip led Bruce to sit and record Greg and his story as an owner operator. Following a yarn at a caravan park, he agreed to share his life story as a simple, one-truck owner, battling away like so many others. Greg started his career back in a hard era of road transport and built his business with some strong customers and…

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Everest, the Seven Summits, and a World Record SUP Adventure With Andrew Hughes 1:18:59

7M ago1:18:59

1:18:59

In this episode we explore Andrew I Hughes' remarkable achievements as a professional adventurer, including summiting Everest, completing the Seven Summits, and setting the highest altitude paddleboarding world record. Hear about the challenges and rewards of pushing physical and mental limits, the importance of teamwork and resilience, and his com…

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How to SUP the River Rhine: A Summer Adventure With Duncan Houlton 2:30:17

7M ago2:30:17

2:30:17

In this specially extended episode, Duncan Houlton discusses his epic experience paddling the entire length of the Rhine AND we share his audio diary, recorded on the water. Duncan talks about the highs and lows of his epic journey, from navigating busy shipping lanes and tackling numerous portages to embracing the challenges of solo expeditions an…

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103. Stephen O'Hare - Waltzing Matilda 3:15:47

7M ago3:15:47

3:15:47

Bruce topped off his Southern adventure by catching up with Stephen O’Hare in Romsey, Victoria. For those guys out there older than me – Bruce’s age – the legend of Tyrone Malon’s Super Boss, Bruce McDonald’s Detroit Devil and Terry O’Hare’s Waltzing Matilda are Legendary. Stephen is Terry’s son and has recently written a book on the famous jet tru…

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From Stroke to SUP: Finding Healing and Empowerment on the Water With Kate Allatt 59:50

7M ago59:50

59:50

This week we're joined by the inspirational Kate Allatt with the story of her remarkable recovery from a condition which medics thought was impossible. Note: This episode contains occasional strong language and discusses sensitive topics, including suicide. At the age of 39, Kate experienced a catastrophic brainstem stroke, leaving her with locked-…

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From Mountains to Oceans : Finding Purpose in Adventure Paddling With Bruce Kirkby 1:06:37

7M ago1:06:37

1:06:37

In this episode we discuss how Bruce Kirkby uses stand up paddleboarding to explore the rugged coastlines of British Columbia and beyond. Hear about the key advantages of SUP as an expedition tool, the importance of risk management and decision-making in challenging environments, and the value of seeking expert coaching to enhance your paddling ski…

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102. Mick Carboon & Damien Smith - Heathcote 3:43:45

8M ago3:43:45

3:43:45

Damien Smith contacted us just before heading on our Southern trip and requested we interview his Uncle Mick following a bout of illness. It was meant to be as the plan was to travel straight through Heathcote so we were able to record these awesome members of a diehard trucking family. Bruce was amazed at his surroundings as he was picked up in a …

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101. Alina Hawkins - LRTAV – LIVESTOCK & RURAL TRANSPORTERS ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA 3:51:33

8M ago3:51:33

3:51:33

After working for a couple of well known and respected transport operators, Alina Hawkins met her future husband Kane and started a transition into livestock cartage and road train driving. The two of them ran two-up for quite a few years before expanding the company and running a number of trucks which saw Alina expertly piloting one following her…

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Vale Barry 'Sleepy' Grimson 5:10:05

8M ago5:10:05

5:10:05

Copy Southbound has opened doors that we never imagined, but by far, the greatest gift has been the amazing people we’ve come to connect with. One amazing man was Barry Grimson, who became a great mate to Bruce and I, and as we soon discovered, was admired by all who knew him. His passing last week following a long battle with cancer cut deep and a…

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100. BERNIE LEARSON - PREMIER ONE PRODUCTS 3:28:00

8M ago3:28:00

3:28:00

After fearing we’d be banned after Episode Number 1, we are bold enough to poke the bear yet again by bringing Bernie Learson back for Round 2!! In all seriousness, Bernie swallowed his pride and took a risk for us and we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate 100 episodes than listening to him for another few hours to see what the last 4 year…

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99. Paul & Jenny Fellows - Fellows Bulk Transport 3:36:20

9M ago3:36:20

3:36:20

Paul and Jenny Fellows reside in Deniliquin where they own and operate Fellows Bulk Transport. Not only are these two as genuine as they come, they have also made some amazing contributions to the transport industry and the community in regards to safety, education and promotion of road transport. Along with that, Paul is also the Chair of Natroad,…

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98. Bernie Hayllar - Hayllar Transport, Narrandera 2:28:16

9M ago2:28:16

2:28:16

Continuing on Bruce’s Riveria trip, he caught up with Bernie Hayllar from Narrandera to get the story of long term company Hayllar Transport. A fair dinkum transport operation, Hayllar’s were well known in country NSW as well as up to Darwin where they operated road trains for many years. Bernie took the company over from his father following a uni…

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BONUS - A Tribute to the Viking - Casper Steinfath 1:54:23

9M ago1:54:23

1:54:23

Yes, I know we're on a midseason break, but we couldn't lose this opportunity to pay this tribute to the nicest man in SUP, Casper Steinfath. The 2024 ISA World championships in Copenhagen features a stellar cast of elite athletes assembled to compete in a country which has done so much to contribute to the sport over the years. It's also the last …

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97. Matt, Andy & Dave Willis - MACK Nuts 3:55:50

10M ago3:55:50

3:55:50

Bruce has been great mates with Dave Willis of Mangoplah for many years and often comments on his amazing knowledge of all things Mack in Australia. The chance to interview Dave ended up even better than expected when his father Matt and brother Andy joined the interview for a great insight into their family history. It’s obvious that Dave had no h…

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96. Mike Minogue 4:43:08

10M ago4:43:08

4:43:08

We are fortunate to have an overwhelming band of supporters and followers with Copy Southbound but none fly the flag for us quite like Mike Minogue of Coolamon near Wagga in NSW. Like so many, Mike has a story that stems back to his childhood where a physical setback didn’t stop him from pursuing his dream. He drove for many years and we are fortun…

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Is This the Future of Race Events? - The English Riviera Championships - with Brendon Prince and Sarah Thornely 37:51

10M ago37:51

37:51

In this episode we discuss an innovative new direction for race events ahead of the first ever English Riviera Championships (SUPER Champs) in Torbay, UK, kicking off September 27th, 28th and 29th. You can watch this episode on YouTube HERE Building on the huge recreational growth of the sport, this event is designed as an opportunity to introduce …

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Inclusive Paddleboarding and Transforming Lives - With Will Behenna 48:48

11M ago48:48

48:48

In this episode, we sit down with Will Behenna, a passionate advocate for innovation for inclusive paddleboarding. Will shares his journey into the sport and how he’s making waves by ensuring that paddleboarding is accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities. We dive into his innovative approaches, including specialized equipment and outr…

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