Best Cdl Training Podcasts (2025)

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Engaging Arborists Through Adaptive Training and Education 3:33

4d ago3:33

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BY JAMES HOUSTON Over the past 40 years, our industry has experienced a remarkable advancement in the quality of training offered to professionals. What was once a largely informal, hands-on trade has grown into a highly specialized field backed by science, standardized practices and a strong emphasis on safety and environmental stewardship. Rememb…

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Inflation Reduction Act Funding Freeze Faces Legal Challenges 7:02

5d ago7:02

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BY BAILEY GRAVES After months of uncertainty stemming from executive orders issued by President Trump and ongoing litigation, a federal judge has ordered the resumption of funding for urban and community forestry grants established under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Remember to get your free subscription to TCI Magazine by clicking here.…

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Part 5: Pesticide Handling, Spill Response and Maintenance 8:29

9d ago8:29

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BY KATHY GLASSEY Despite decades of experience in the pesticide industry, certain areas of pesticide handling and safety still pose challenges. Every stakeholder, manufacturer, distributor and end user has a responsibility to ensure safe and legal handling, transportation and application of pesticides. Remember to get your free subscription to TCI …

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Executive Order Tightens CMV Driver English Proficiency Rules 6:08

11d ago6:08

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BY KRISTOFFER RASMUSSEN, CTSP, QCL Drivers of commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) with limited English proficiency (LEP) are about to face a significant regulatory shake-up that could have real consequences for the tree care industry. Remember to get your free subscription to TCI Magazine by clicking here.…

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Changes to CDL Medical Examiner’s Certification 10:03

11d ago10:03

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BY KRISTOFFER RASMUSSEN, CTSP, QCL For tree-service companies, the open road is as much a workplace as the treetops. Operating commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), such as chip trucks, aerial lifts and log loaders, demands strict adherence to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations – a complex web of rules that can feel like un…

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Rick Roehl & John Spiros - ATA President's Award 14:55

11d ago14:55

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CEO Rick Roehl and John Spiros, Roehl's VP of Safety & Claims, join Travis to talk about our recent ATA President's Award. Roehl Transport is one of North America’s safest trucking companies as recognized by the American Trucking Associations (ATA). Roehl Transport is a 5-time recipient of the ATA’s President’s Award, the trucking industry’s highes…

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Safety Training for the Long Term 4:04

12d ago4:04

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BY TAMSIN VENN For Timothy Brogan, gaining TCIA’s Certified Treecare Safety Professional credential (CTSP) was a way to empower him to teach other tree care professionals the tools needed to increase their longevity in the industry through safe practices and a safety-culture mindset. Remember to get your free subscription to TCI Magazine by clickin…

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Safety Update: Who Is a Tree Worker? 17:08

16d ago17:08

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BY JOHN BALL, PH.D., BCMA, CTSP, and Mike Tilford, CTSP Who is a tree worker? The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) spent a lot of time and effort defining this – through the questions they asked of small business representatives during SBREFA (Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act) – concerning the scope and applica…

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Rebecca Johnson, Breaking Ground on the Accreditation Auditor Team 7:38

17d ago7:38

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BY PATRICIA CHAUDOIN Rebecca Johnson, founder and owner of Arborholic LLC, has a list of arborist credentials a mile long, but laughs when she says she’s never worked full time for a tree care company. “I actually ended up in forestry kind of by default,” she says of her degree from Oklahoma State in Stillwater, Oklahoma. Remember to get your free …

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The Ins and Outs of Subcontracted Tree Care Professionals, Part 1 16:06

18d ago16:06

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BY AARON SCHAUER, CTSP, WITH ERIC PETERSEN This is the first installment of a two-part article. Part 1 looks at the benefits of being a subcontractor and working with subcontractors. Part 2, in a future issue of TCI Magazine, will look at how to become and operate as a subcontractor. Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org…

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Rocking Crane-ASSISTED Tree Removal 10:39

20d ago10:39

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BY JONATHAN FOOTE, CTSP, CCO Watch out for the mechanical beasts! For years now, I have been asked the question with regard to cranes, “Are you worried these machines will steal your job?” I simply reply, “No, we complement each other.” Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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Ash to Ashes: Don’t Be Part of the Process 10:10

20d ago10:10

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BY CHRISTOPHER LULEY, PH.D. Billions upon billions of ash trees are dying or have been killed by emerald ash borer (EAB) in both urban and forested environments in the U.S. and Canada. (Photo 1) With time, the ash all will be returned back to the soil and air from whence they came. For better or for worse, arborists are often in the middle of this …

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Developing Safety Programs That Stick 9:28

20d ago9:28

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BY DAVID VINCENT Safety programs are the lifeline of every company – they ensure everyone goes home at the end of the day in the same condition they arrived. Yet too often these programs become ineffective. They’re rolled out with fanfare, only to end up as binders gathering dust, neglected by leaders who see them as “someone else’s job” or trainin…

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Casey Trees and Bartlett Tree Experts A Crowning Partnership Made in the Shade (of Urban Trees) 17:01

20d ago17:01

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BY TIM BARTELT There are symbiotic relationships across the natural world, with organisms counting on other organisms for success and survival. Symbiotic relationships also exist in the corporate environment, with one organization working with another organization for success and, in this case, tree survival. Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine b…

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The DMM Kinisi Max Climbing Saddle 4:58

20d ago4:58

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TCI Magazine corralled the climbing arborists of Girard Tree Service, a 17-year TCIA member company based in Gilmanton, New Hampshire, to test drive and review the DMM Kinisi Max climbing saddle. They shared their initial impressions and experiences for this article and a related video Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.o…

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Alec M. & Gavin G. - Driver Trainers 14:12

25d ago14:12

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In this episode, Travis is joined by Alec M. & Gavin G. who both recently became driver trainers with Roehl. Alec is a driver in Roehl's National Flatbed Fleet and Gavin is a driver in Roehl's Flatbed Great Lakes Fleet. While both drivers are in our flatbed division, they came to Roehl through different routes. Gavin joined Roehl as an experienced …

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The Legacy of Blossoms: Honoring the Unsung Heroes Behind D.C.’s Cherry Trees 6:31

1M ago6:31

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BY KRISTOFFER RASMUSSEN, CTSP I was in Washington, D.C., April 30, 2025, during the breathtaking peak of the cherry tree blossoms. Millions of people flock to the Tidal Basin each year to witness this explosion of color, and I was no exception. Children ran and played beneath the pink canopy, lovers strolled hand in hand, pausing for selfies with t…

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Part 4: Understanding FIFRA Compliance for Pesticide-Application Companies 21:43

1M ago21:43

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BY KATHY GLASSEY As a pesticide-application company, compliance with regulations is not just a legal requirement, it’s a fundamental part of operating safely and responsibly. One of the most important regulations you need to be aware of is the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA), which governs the sale, use and distribution …

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Mike H. & Yovani M. - Driver Trainer & Trainee 35:21

1M ago35:21

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In this episode, Travis is joined by Mike H., a Roehl driver trainer in our Flatbed Tri-State Regional Fleet & Yovani M., a Flatbed National Fleet driver who was completing his on-the-job training.By Roehl Transport Inc.

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Buckthorn, an Invasive but Useful Pest 4:12

1M ago4:12

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BY MICHAEL HOPPE Originating in parts of Europe and Asia, Rhamnus cathartic, aka buckthorn, was brought to these shores intended to be a welcome addition to our native landscaping stock. Now that it has gone feral, pushing its way into many necks of our urban forests and crowding out native species, it has worn out that welcome. Remember to subscri…

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It’s Not Easy to Be a Role Model 7:00

1M ago7:00

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BY DAVID M. ANDERSON, CTSP A mentor of mine would always say to me, “You are what you put up with. You are not your safest job, you are your least safe job. You’re not your best employee, you are your worst. You are not your best client-service-interaction experience, you are your worst.” From this perspective, we can be driven to be our best – not…

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The State of the Association and Industry: Where Are We Going? 15:24

1M ago15:24

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BY DAVID WHITE, CAE The following is the text of the “2025 State of the Association” speech presented by David White, TCIA president and CEO, during the Association’s annual business meeting, held during Winter Management Conference on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, this past February. It has been edited slightly for brevity. Remember to subscrib…

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An Introduction to Supplemental Tree-Support Systems, Part 4: Business Benefits and Long-Term Opportunities 7:28

2M ago7:28

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BY ANDY JONES, CTSP, AND NICK GREENWOOD, CTSP Over the first three installments of this series, we’ve explored the role of supplemental tree-support systems – why they’re needed, how they’re installed and the equipment required to implement them effectively. While these systems play a crucial role in mitigating risk and extending the life of struct…

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Eager Beaver Tree Service Practices the Right Stuff with Accreditation 7:47

2M ago7:47

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BY PATRICIA CHAUDOIN Sometimes doing the right thing is just, well, the right thing to do. And for Mark Stephens, owner of Eager Beaver Tree Service in Floyds Knobs, Indiana – and a Certified Treecare Safety Professional (CTSP), a Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA), Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ), pesticide applicator licensed and a New …

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Growing Strong: The Business Case for a Holistic Approach to PHC 8:27

2M ago8:27

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BY KEVIN BREWER, BCMA, RCA In today’s competitive green industry, professional arborists, landscapers and plant-health-care providers face mounting pressure. Stabilizing revenue, managing rising labor costs and navigating a market of price-sensitive customers make the road to sustainable growth a winding one. Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine b…

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On the Job After Natural Disasters, Part 1 11:03

2M ago11:03

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BY JOHN BALL, PH.D., BCMA, CTSP During the past year, natural disasters rippled across the country, from hurricanes in the East to wildfires in the West. These disasters destroyed properties, disrupted essential services and, tragically, resulted in the loss of lives. They also left a trail of shattered and fallen trees in their wake. Remember to s…

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Luck Runs Out, but Safety Is Good for Life 3:53

2M ago3:53

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BY TAMSIN VENN “Luck Runs Out, But Safety Is Good For Life” So says a post on the Tufts Tree Service LLC Facebook page. It could be owner Brandon Tufts' guiding principle. Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Transforming Tree Care With AI: Practical Applications for Your Business 11:57

2M ago11:57

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BY MONICA HEMINGWAY, Ph.D. As a licensed arborist and marketing strategist for tree care companies, I’ve seen my fair share of industry transformations. But none quite matches the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize how we operate our businesses, serve our customers and grow our bottom line. Remember to subscribe to TCI Magaz…

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Hydraulics Rule #1: Pay Attention, or Pay the Price 12:22

2M ago12:22

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BY RICK HOWLAND Hydraulics are one of a tree care pro’s best friends, powering tools that lift and move heavy objects and debris, or doing specialty work like cutting, digging or grinding. The growing proliferation of tool carriers and hydraulic tools has expanded the capability of almost every arborist operation and, by transferring tasks from the…

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Dallas, Jason & Maribel - Roehl Driver Trainers 20:04

2M ago20:04

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In this episode you'll hear from three new Roehl Transport Driver Trainers, Dallas, Jason & Maribel, who share their insights about driving for Roehl and they decided to become trainers for the company.By Roehl Transport Inc.

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Leland M. - Six Practices to Help Roehl Drivers Be Successful 45:19

2M ago45:19

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In this episode, Leland M. returns to share his "Successful Six" - a list of practices & habits that have helped him be successful with Roehl. Leland started his trucking career in Roehl's on-the-job CDL A training program in 2019. Now, he has about five years of experience driving in Roehl Transport's Kraft Northeast Dedicated Fleet, and as of the…

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Winning the PPE Battle 4:07

2M ago4:07

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BY NOEL BOYER As I visit with my tree friends in person and online, I often hear of the challenges we all face as we work to keep our customers happy and our team safe. There are a lot of important pieces to our safety programs, including training, equipment inspections and maintenance and documentation. Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by vis…

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Developing Trainers Who Inspire 8:44

3M ago8:44

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BY KOREY CONRY, CTSP There are many aspects to being a successful trainer, but for the sake of this article, we are going to focus on just one: building and presenting effective PowerPoint presentations. Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Arborist Apprenticeship Lays Out a Career Path 10:08

3M ago10:08

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BY JIM KASPER How did your tree-work journey begin? Did you grow up in the midst of arboriculture, a member of a family team? Did you, like me, stumble upon men swinging – precariously! Wildly! How are they doing that? – far above you as you passed them on the street? Maybe you simply needed a job and answered an ad in a local listing. Remember to …

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Pruning Solutions for Urban-Compatible Trees 12:11

3M ago12:11

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BY LINDSEY PURCELL, BCMA Conditions of concern may be defined as tree issues that the client and arborist perceive as unacceptable. In my experience, they usually fall into one or more of three categories. Typically, it is about structure, clearance and appearance. (Photo 1) Our task, as arborists, is providing solutions to these issues. Remember t…

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Pretty Simple – PPE Works! 19:14

3M ago19:14

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BY DON STARUK We asked about a dozen arborists, all of whom have been contributors to TCI Magazine at one time or another, if they had an example of a time when personal protective equipment (PPE) made or could have made a difference on the job. Could they briefly recount a time when PPE saved the day? Or when the lack of it cost or nearly cost som…

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Solving the Language Issue for Spanish-Speaking Workers in Tree Care 17:51

3M ago17:51

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BY LEO ROLDAN, CTSP, QT I presented on this topic at TCI EXPO ’24 in Baltimore, where I had a great audience and received excellent feedback. When I started working on that presentation, I realized we had never really addressed language and cultural barriers for our tree workers. Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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Targeting Gun Violence Aimed at Line-Clearance Workers 14:25

3M ago14:25

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BY SARA DREISER AND RICH ALEXANDER On December 31, 2024, a man in Massachusetts barricaded himself in his house after shooting at a line-clearance crew with a high-powered air rifle. The crew was working down the road from his house, with no direct connection to his property. Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.…

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Never Waste a Crisis: Lessons Learned From a Serious Incident 18:21

3M ago18:21

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BY CRAIG BACHMANN, BCMA, CTSP, TRAQ The goal of “zero incidents” is an impossible standard. As a profession, we have promoted this concept, but it is simply not realistic. While safety is always a priority, arboriculture is performed in a high-hazard environment, and every day requires thousands of decisions with incomplete information. Remember to…

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Nikos & Robert - Roehl Driver Trainers 15:02

3M ago15:02

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In this episode you'll hear from Roehl Transport Driver Trainers Nikos & Robert, who share their insights about driving for Roehl and they decided to become trainers for the company.By Roehl Transport Inc.

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Amanda W. - Director of Driver Employment 15:47

3M ago15:47

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In this episode Tim Norlin, Roehl's VP of Driver Employment & Travis welcome Amanda W. to TeamRoehl. Amanda joins our Driver Employment Center (DEC) as the Director of Driver Employment. She shares how she came to Roehl, including her history in the trucking industry and some insights into what she likes to do when she's not working.…

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Hey New Drivers: What NOT to Pack for Trainer Truck 13:34

3M ago13:34

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Send us a text Surviving life in a 70-square-foot space with your truck trainer requires careful planning and consideration—especially when it comes to what you should leave at home. Drawing from years of experience as both trainee and trainer, Tamie dives deep into the dos and don'ts of packing for your trainer truck adventure. Those massive hard-…

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Student Outreach 5:17

3M ago5:17

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BY DAVID M. ANDERSON, CTSP Looking back to my high school years, I realize that although I had passion, I was not the strongest student and lacked direction upon graduation. I was lucky enough to see a job ad for a small company as I started my professional career. The company was Olde Colonial Tree and Landscape, and the owner was Jay Ippolito. Re…

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Climbing Into Community Urban-Forestry Education 10:38

3M ago10:38

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BY EDWARD MORROW You’ve seen it – improper pruning, unforgiving topping, suffocating mulch volcanoes; it’s 2025, like, why do we still see mulch volcanoes? And if you talk to enough property owners, you may hear mountains of tree myths and misconceptions. What’s an arborist to do? In this article, we’ll climb into another facet of tree care: urban-…

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WITC Scholarship Winner: Seizing the Opportunity to Connect With Other Women in Tree Care 5:27

4M ago5:27

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BY SUSAN DIPIETRO TCIA offers two scholarships for travel and related expenses for women in the industry to attend TCI EXPO and take part in the Women in Tree Care (WITC) Pre-Conference Workshop held there each year. The winners for TCI EXPO ’24 were Jabeen Ratanshi of Ontario, Canada, and Katie Kranich of Delaware. Remember to subscribe to TCI Mag…

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The Truth Behind the Driver Shortage 17:43

4M ago17:43

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Send us a text Join us for a deep dive into the complexities surrounding the narrative of a driver shortage in the trucking industry. This episode tackles the common perception propagated by many organizations while contrasting it with actual statistics that tell a different story. With over 400,000 new CDLs issued every year, the real issue isn't …

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Ash Connelly Is Making a Case for Women in Tree Care 8:40

4M ago8:40

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BY RICK HOWLAND You may know the name Ash Connelly. If you don’t, you will. She is arguably one of the fastest up-and-coming young guns in tree care. Remember to subscribe to TCI Magazine by visiting tcimag.tcia.org.By TCI Magazine

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Bob B. & Alan M. - 40+ Years with Roehl 35:05

4M ago35:05

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In this episode, Bob B. & Alan M. join Travis to talk about their long, long history with Roehl. Bob has been a fleet manager and he recently retired after more than 40 years with Roehl Transport. Al is a driver who joined Roehl in 1984. Now, more than 4 million safe miles later, Al talks about how he came to Roehl and why he's stayed with the comp…

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Turning Wood Waste Into a Community Resource 10:30

4M ago10:30

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BY TIM BARTELT Human nature tells us to give of ourselves and to give back to our community. Your company vehicles probably drive by a dozen places every day where people could benefit from your giving. And chances are, your kids or your neighbors’ kids are those people. We’re talking about the local high schools – both vocational/technical schools…

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Where Do I Get My CDL? A Look at Community College Programs 12:51

4M ago12:51

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Send us a text Are you dreaming of a career behind the wheel? The path to obtaining your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) has evolved significantly with new regulations that every aspiring truck driver should know. This episode expertly unpacks the recently introduced Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements, designed to reinforce the found…

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