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Pivot to Boise

Broadcasting from a UPS facility and the cab of a semi-truck in Boise, Idaho, Mike provides an extemporaneous update on the realities of life on the road before receiving a phone call that suddenly disrupts the original itinerary.

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“After Dark” from the Sleeper Cab

In this late-night broadcast in Utah, Mike provide a candid and eclectic update on his life, his relationship, and his upcoming move to Portland. Hosting an informal "hangout" session, he blends logistical updates about truck driving with deep-dive conversations with friends and viewers.

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Wyoming to Denver

Mike and Matt travel along I-80 amidst the windy landscape of Wyoming, approaching the Utah border enroute to Denver. Emphasizing the safety responsibilities of flatbed truck drivers, their plan includes dropping off a trailer with broken landing gear before finally taking a long-awaited vacation.

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The Fresco Express

Mike and Matt travel through Utah toward Salt Lake City, where Mike is to fly to Portland for a job interview. The conversation is loose, covering an eclectic array of topics ranging from political "epiphanies" regarding global intelligence agencies and data privacy to humorous, candid discussions about their personal lives and future job interviews. They are joined by their friend Alan, sharing observations about the passing scenery and local landmarks like Mormon temples.

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SLUT Talk

Embarking from Salt Lake City towards Colorado, Mike and Matt review some recent tasks, such as securing cargo, refueling, and grooming, and chat with a couple viewers about local cuisine and the NFL national anthem protests.

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Sparkle & Kick It!

Traveling south of Sacramento along Interstate 5, Mike and Matt reflect on a book of inspirational messages, titled “Sparkle and Kick It” and written by a spiritual leader in Columbus, which advises appreciating the small successes throughout your day and building upon their momentum to achieve larger goals.

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From Smoking Hot Oregon

Matt and Mike drive through a smoky wildfire haze in Southern Oregon to deliver a load to a Lowe's store, sharing insights into the various types of commercial trucks on the roads, and reflecting on Hurricane Harvey’s recent landfall in Texas.

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Weekend in the Castro

Mike and Matt recount their recent trucking detour through San Francisco, sharing their excursion in the Castro district, enjoying local cuisine, and getting pedicures. Exploring Queer identity, they celebrate the fluidity of personality and the importance of finding moments of joy along the open road.

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Rest in Weed

From a truck stop in Weed, California, Mike kicks off the “Trans-America” livestream series to chronicle his adventures on the road with Matt. He reflects on the beauty of the Pacific Northwest and his recent move from Columbus to Portland.

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Calling My Bluff

Street Cred

CBUS Side B

Trans||America

Down South

Paradise in Smoke

Pardon My French

On the Road