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Keep the Shiny Side Up!

Keep the Shiny Side Up!

By: Etien | M2GT
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Summary
 Ever wondered what life is really like behind the wheel of a big rig? Keep the Shiny Side Up! takes you along for the ride with Etien of Miles 2 Go Transport, a trucking company owner who traded a corporate career for the open road. Each episode shares stories from the road, honest truck stop reviews, safety tips, and a look at the trucking life through the eyes of someone who came to it later in life. Whether you’re a driver, a trucking family, or just curious, pull up a seat and ride along. New episodes regularly. More at m2gt.com.Etien | M2GT Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
Episodes
  • Episode 8: 1099 vs. W-2 — What Truck Drivers Actually Keep

    Episode 8: 1099 vs. W-2 — What Truck Drivers Actually Keep
    2 Nov 2026

    Hey you, it’s me. 1099 or W-2: which one actually puts more money in a truck driver’s pocket? In this episode, I break down the real difference, the kinds of expenses W-2 drivers can’t write off (yes, even the security dog), why your home state matters, and the honest downsides of being an independent contractor. I’m not a CPA, so check with your tax pro. Full breakdown at m2gt.com.
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    8 min
  • Episode 7: Is I-70 the Worst Highway in America?

    Episode 7: Is I-70 the Worst Highway in America?
    31 Oct 2026

    Hey you, it’s me. Truckers from across the country voted Indiana’s stretch of I-70 the worst haul route in America, and now the state wants to add tolls to it. In this episode, I roast the bridge joints that feel like ski jumps, share the route we take to dodge it, and celebrate the smoothest state line in the country. Buckle up and hold on to your coffee. More at m2gt.com.
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    9 min
  • Episode 6: Who’s Driving That FedEx Truck? And what Is Expedited Freight?

    Episode 6: Who’s Driving That FedEx Truck? And what Is Expedited Freight?
    31 Oct 2026

    Hey you, it’s me. Who’s really driving that FedEx truck you just passed? In this episode, I explain what FedEx Custom Critical is, who owns the trucks, the difference between local and over-the-road drivers, why expedite moves direct from pickup to delivery, and what life looks like for the two-driver teams that run most of it. Whether you’re a driver or just curious, this one’s for you. More at m2gt.com.
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    10 min
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