On this episode of Road Gang Radio, hosts Lindsey Lawler and Jimmy Mac welcome Gary Hahn, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the National Comedy Center and the Lucy Desi Museum in Jamestown, New York.Designated by Congress as the nation’s official cultural institution dedicated to comedy, the National Comedy Center is more than a museum—it’s a living archive celebrating comedy as a true art form. Gary takes us inside the Center’s groundbreaking interactive exhibits, its vast digital archives, and the delicate balance between honoring comedy’s history while keeping visitors laughing.The conversation explores:Why comedy deserves preservation alongside opera, art, and filmThe National Comedy Center’s role as the country’s official comedy archiveDigitized collections from legends like George Carlin, Joan Rivers, Richard Pryor, and Johnny CarsonHow personalized “sense of humor profiles” shape each visitor’s experienceThe Saturday Night Live exhibits and the craft behind comedy writingLucy and Desi’s lasting impact on television, production, and American cultureWhy comedy is both serious work and a source of joyThis thoughtful, funny, and insightful discussion highlights how laughter helps define who we are—and why preserving comedy matters for future generations.Learn more or plan your visit:https://comedycenter.org

On this episode of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Madeline Crispell, Curator of the Chicago Maritime Museum, for a fascinating deep dive into Chicago’s overlooked maritime past and its lasting impact on American transportation, commerce, and culture.Madeline explains how Chicago became one of the busiest ports in the world during the 19th century, connecting the Great Lakes, Erie Canal, Mississippi River, and Gulf of Mexico into a continent-spanning trade network. The conversation explores how waterways shaped migration, music, industry, and even modern highways that still follow ancient travel routes.The discussion also covers powerful and lesser-known stories from the museum’s exhibits, including the tragic Eastland Disaster, World War II aircraft carriers on Lake Michigan, historic shipwrecks, and Chicago’s role in shipbuilding and maritime innovation. Madeline walks listeners through what visitors can expect when they step into the museum—from hands-on artifacts and model ships to rotating exhibits, lectures, research resources, and community programs.Whether you’re a truck driver, history buff, researcher, or lifelong learner, this episode highlights how transportation on water and land has always been deeply connected—and why Chicago’s maritime story still matters today.Learn more about the Chicago Maritime Museum athttps://chicagomaritimemuseum.org

On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Dave Nemo sits down with ATHS Executive Director John Gravley and Women In Trucking President & CEO Jennifer Hedrick to discuss a groundbreaking new partnership between the American Truck Historical Society (ATHS) and Women In Trucking (WIT).Together, they explore how this collaboration aims to uncover, preserve, and elevate the often-untold stories of women who shaped the history of trucking—from early pioneers like Luella Bates to the countless mothers, daughters, and grandmothers who kept America moving.John and Jennifer share how their organizations plan to amplify women’s contributions through storytelling, historical preservation, and shared initiatives such as featuring WIT content in Wheels of Time magazine.This conversation highlights why including women’s voices isn’t just overdue—it’s essential to telling the full story of the American trucking industry.Learn more:https://www.aths.org (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbEd2VkVuYTVQSllEVGM0MHhrNVZ6YnNOSjZuQXxBQ3Jtc0tteWdYZm10MW9tVHhKa0xTbF9ic2Qxekc1amxwMW5MTk5oSUlITXVxN3FIbjIwMl96NFk0TXpONkpCc3hkeHU1akk5cUdpMzZ6Q0R3TjNoYUVrYmlhNmxvT01NaE5YcGxsSFJYZmk5dUVXUTRjdmF1SQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.aths.org%2F&v=Sb2JdaouiyA)https://www.womenintrucking.org (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHpvMmVlQnY2aWJodjA1QUxfZDhBNXNvUjhjUXxBQ3Jtc0tra0gwOTUxQ3llNUt5RkJsRjFQQ2I3bnJRUk9TU21ieHdwdUUxYld4SWpsZGtoVEs5NVBLY011N3NreE01RXBvRXZmaFFHd2JTVGpXSmF1TTc4a0YxUWVyMm1XMWRvbEpYaHBNVWlYaUJ6Q193OFNZcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.womenintrucking.org%2F&v=Sb2JdaouiyA)Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!

Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler sit down with integrative veterinarian Dr. Carol Osborne to discuss keeping pets happy and safe during the holiday season. Dr. Carol shares practical advice on managing holiday stress for pets, safe foods to share, plants to avoid, and how to handle parties, decorations, and travel with furry family members. She also explains how to identify signs of injury or anxiety, tips for pets recovering from past trauma, and how to maintain routines during the holidays. Dr. Carol highlights the importance of creating safe spaces, using natural remedies, and celebrating pets responsibly.Learn more about Dr. Carol Osborne: http://www.chagrinfallspetclinic.com/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTNNQWNRMUJkZ0t1N3hQQzl4RlJUY0lwbWtEQXxBQ3Jtc0tua2M3OUI3cWtEdnNLdHZyd2NZRnphOHFQR0N4SVVtTzItelNEODFmTHpfNVo5T0xldm9jdVR0VnJ2SWRuVUE1ajNZSUI1QXJNWldXa1k0UzR4OUV3LUY1Ymt2Vzd5anVCTW4zVjh0amEtUWJJbnlhZw&q=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.chagrinfallspetclinic.com%2F&v=bth_nGPMBYI)Follow on Facebook:  / paaws  (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbFNPTDhzYWdkRVNzcFM0M1NjMHc5SmY0N1lSQXxBQ3Jtc0ttcGZFUFREWi11UkFUWlE3cUg3cVBxTDlCUlFodi1fUTd1a1B5Z084YW9aT0xuajNHMEtDTDVmNFpVQXlBWWRMR2JNZkRnQjVKdmRqMXJ1ejltUUE1UUZBcXdpelpCOEY3MXFpN0xCRW1CeXQ0TGl1NA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fpaaws&v=bth_nGPMBYI) Follow on Twitter:  / carolonpets  (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbGVvQUZRdUo3SUhLT3dKRlN6OWhRVWFwbllSUXxBQ3Jtc0trejBJcV9WOGMtY252cFdndU1iQ2ExYWJHeF9kYU5yVVVBZE9YdjVIV2xzX0pwMjhHdEY2U2k2bzVNOFprRC1UQmt4dmFVaHVKMXdyV3BtM2VfRTd4S3Q3RFFpa0Q3Ui1ZMTNUV0o0a2xMcUt3b3ZxWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2Fcarolonpets&v=bth_nGPMBYI)Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!

Jimmy Mac talks with Courtney George, Director of Transportation and Industry Relations for Wreaths Across America. They discuss how the organization coordinates the annual tribute to veterans, the logistics of transporting and placing wreaths across the country, and ways drivers and the public can get involved in honoring those who served.Find out how you can participate in this nationwide effort, learn about the history of Wreaths Across America, and hear inspiring stories from volunteers and veterans.Learn more at https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbV9sZjl3U0M1M1l6RUhkN1lzN0wwcmw4OHNyZ3xBQ3Jtc0tteGxJblh1NnhodGplcWJBWDdDd3JXMVdoS0ZPWXJOYzJiRUhYdVpILUtBU3c1WjFKbDNXb0UzVVRYUTVhcjNpTFVlX19BOGFEeGF6V21LNUVXWGY1eDNvQWdTazBLUmFNWENOcnVvWGg5MHNQMG14bw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wreathsacrossamerica.org%2F&v=ejzqd193pCA)Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!

Neal E. Fischer joins Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler for a fun conversation about the movies that define the holiday season. Neal is the author of the Christmas Movie Ultimate Trivia Book, and he brings his knowledge of films like Die Hard, It’s a Wonderful Life, Home Alone, ELF, The Santa Clause, and more.He talks about how these films were made, why certain scenes became unforgettable, and the behind the scenes details that surprise most fans. He shares how he built the trivia book, what makes a holiday movie stand out, and why some films grow bigger every year.Neal also gives his take on listeners’ favorite titles. He explains how holiday movies shape pop culture, and why people return to the same films year after year.Learn more about Neal at https://www.nealefischer.com (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbWVFaVNmU0NxVG15VDNtU1NMQlBnV2RZU0tSd3xBQ3Jtc0tuV09CM1dYTnlpUjROT1dHdTJ3NTBEM25TX08xWjFVQnc4c2p4aGVCclFSTlhaOThleEd2dlEycmxMYlh2RzVkYVI4dExsN2NLaXVPZlJweC1DUHE2R3dmT1ZkUGs5UkdaamdIZS1MZjF5amVjUTZyOA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nealefischer.com%2F&v=43E8eXAVNvE)Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!

On this edition of Nemo Nation, Jimmy Mac and Dave Nemo sit down with Scott Thompson and Ashley Blackford, hosts of Trucking with OOIDA.Scott and Ashley talk about the state of freight as 2025 wraps up. They share what they are hearing from drivers, why this freight recession keeps hanging on, and what they hope changes in 2026. They walk through the uncertainty around tariffs and how the Supreme Court decision could shape the economy for carriers and small businesses.They give an honest look at their first six months building Trucking with OOIDA after years with Land Line Now. They talk about the pressure of launching a new platform, the lessons they learned, the long hours, and the fun that comes with shaping their own show. Ashley explains how the format lets her slow down and breathe after years in TV news. Scott talks about his years working in Seoul and how that experience shaped his approach to storytelling and conversation.They also share how they are adding more personality and humor to their show. Ashley talks about tracking down a potato chip expert after a debate in the office. Scott previews upcoming episodes featuring voices from Alaska, Hawaii, and more inside the trucking community.You can listen to Trucking with OOIDA wherever you get your podcasts.Follow RadioNemo on Facebook at  / radionemoonline  (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXNTM19rWGVpVzRrR1ZWZkg1X3BvSVpfWnNvQXxBQ3Jtc0tuWDBuRzZ2T1NZSFVGamFubkpSdnE0RlhZQnBIUTEwOVVQVTlhbmZvOVE3enB0UzVTNy1lRkNnZ19iLUVaaXN0Wkh0X1JiMGNBMVdiYVprbUQ0NFYxZWFmbldTQldtN253bEJsWXlyTWFlbzd3R0ZhRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fradionemoonline&v=p5MNq63yoLQ).Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!

Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler talk with author and professor Mark Peres about his new novel The Accord. The conversation looks at grief, ethics, and the rise of sentient intelligence. Mark explains how the story follows Helen Caster, a professor who forms an unlikely connection with Lyla, an AI that begins to show signs of independent moral reasoning. He shares why he wrote the book, how he balanced emotional depth with philosophical questions, and what surprised him during the writing process.The discussion covers the pressure that institutions place on both Helen and Lyla, the public covenant at the center of the story, and why these ideas matter to anyone thinking about the future of AI. Mark talks about his own background as an educator, his interest in leadership and ethics, and the broader questions he hopes readers bring into their own lives.Learn more about Mark’s work at https://www.markperes.com/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblRCM05xQnV3OUFOQl8wZjdkRlk0Q3BGUFpjZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttZ200VFhIa2JiYXkzWDlLZUZzSm9JY0ZUQVhQR084LV85amt6VmhOa0x2WEJEdnMySTBoX1FCdGpFWmZiR04zS2x6MGdzNG10X3F3SGJfM292a2lvZTlndkNGQVA5YUZhQWlMZTRqYlVOVWRYd1l3OA&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.markperes.com%2F&v=yCuI7bD4a4s) and find more information about The Accord at https://prbythebook.com/experts/mark-... (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkRGaGVDeC1ZSHlDMzEtNDUwV1dTY1dTZUJVUXxBQ3Jtc0tuX0ZOeDVUQjkxMElBU0dsQjVWaGtPcl84bjdUWldUWm5wSnRXbEJnWFJITGJmWVBEZVNpZXdTdklGZTZlN2RIVmp1M2c3YWg1dDRIQlRGdGtpZDBnYm9LR2dnMEV4X2dMZWJOOENNaU5Mdk9uLUpDdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fprbythebook.com%2Fexperts%2Fmark-peres%2F&v=yCuI7bD4a4s)Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!

Jimmy Mac sits down with Chris Miles, Military Relations Manager at Sonepar and a retired Army combat veteran. Chris shares what combat on Route Irish in Afghanistan taught him about leadership and community. He explains his path from command sergeant major to corporate veteran advocate. He talks about his work with Sonepar’s Military and Veteran Program and his push to build strong support systems for service members and families.He also breaks down upcoming veteran focused events. This includes Sonepar’s proposed support for the December 2025 Madden Tournament, the Month of the Military Child in May 2026, and the 2026 Veteran Ready Summit Gaming Activation. Chris explains why he sees gaming as a powerful way to bring veterans, families, and supporters together.You can learn more about Sonepar at https://www.sonepar.com/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbTlVS2pDOEZIMm9ublUyNk5oLTJ3RWRWX3pVd3xBQ3Jtc0tsWFEyOVZDOGZGN1NBQjFYR0NsYWJTc29KYlJ5TFUxMW1TeTZ4Vk44c2pMTnlsOWtpcC1sc0ZQdERjdFN0SWdxVzlGR2ZQUGNJOS1uZmIzaU54TlFIeEx0bHV6RXBGNTBwaHZBZHNQWWxVMEZwb2ExRQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sonepar.com%2F&v=wbj_4kpva2k)You can sign up for the Got Your Six Gaming Madden Tournament at https://lnkd.in/g86bRzpc (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXFGZ2lGMW5ZY2ZSU0pxUF9tNDdqeFVSNl9Bd3xBQ3Jtc0trajVlVURscnNRVDRpNzRNeHBuRmJxUDA3bEllZUdpWTRjekt0TGVKY0R2clY2N3A3U01wRlRLa0JhM2NJaXdjTHg3VFAya1ZBa2dIOHE0M192SnVZbGktU28zMG1wRy1TbDVKZ0xZWml5Wi1oSnR2cw&q=https%3A%2F%2Flnkd.in%2Fg86bRzpc&v=wbj_4kpva2k). Event info is available at https://bwforg.donordrive.com/GY6GT (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbldKeW5aMTNSMnVQZXJueExNZjFiV3VjSVdyZ3xBQ3Jtc0ttZzFLUFNjdXNfWlJvcmxmcmtmSVNQZWxzamdIOWFyRjRvRlI1b1g0aE5DbjVNZXdLVDNJaHVzOVByMnVNWnlveGtEVWJkRjM4TUg3WGRadDBWQzg3aUgwQUc3ZF9kMEF4THhmOWVNM0tDZjBGOU1sVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbwforg.donordrive.com%2FGY6GT&v=wbj_4kpva2k).You can watch the tournament on twitch.tv/bwforg.Got Your Six Gaming brings veterans, gamers, and supporters together to raise funds for the Bob Woodruff Foundation. The December 4 open bracket features up to 256 players. The top four move on to play in the Dec 5 broadcast with Madden pros. Viewers can win giveaways throughout the stream. Compensation is offered to finalists and invitees.Chris also speaks about community work with the Disabled American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Wounded Warrior Project. His service path spans 26 years and includes leadership roles with ADP and the El Paso Chamber of Commerce.Tune in for a direct and honest look at veteran transition, community impact, and the future of gaming events that support military families. Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!

Jimmy Mac talks with Courtney George, Director of Transportation and Industry Relations at Wreaths Across America. Courtney gives an update on the upcoming convoy to Arlington and explains how you can take part in this year’s mission. She breaks down the support needed from drivers, volunteer options, and what the convoy means for families who count on this remembrance each December.Courtney also shares how hard she has been pushing the mission. She has been working nonstop, which cost her voice, but she keeps going because every wreath and every name matters.Learn more at https://www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa1Bnb1ZESzFCb2FvaEFMZVlHX2UwYTAza1I5UXxBQ3Jtc0tscXd1Qmthc1AwaGN3VS1mYXR0bGRzdzlRcTV5R2VOdm4yOFd3S3Juc1JrTDlTTkMwM0l4ZFN4V3FNRjVYb0xQZ1ZVV3pnOUpRZV9kOTRlR2I0SW9JMkk3dWhrQTRpZDNFMXhTZl9CcVp6RGQ1eHRYdw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wreathsacrossamerica.org%2F&v=9cI0p9rGnec)Follow on Instagram and TikTok at @WreathsAcross and on Facebook at Wreaths Across America.Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!