In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Angus McKerral, a Human Factors Research Scientist at Seeing Machines. Angus has over seven years of experience in researching driver distraction and fatigue and brings a wealth of knowledge in driver monitoring system.  In this chat, we look at what a Human Factors Research Scientist does, the evolution of Guardian by Seeing Machines and it's future direction, what to look for in a Driver Monitoring System, and the regulations that impact DMS. I hope. you...

In this episode, I talk to Tom Bryant, GM Safety, Quality & Compliance at Hilton Haulage. We talk about the safety initiatives in place at Hilton Haulage, how Guardian by Seeing Machines fits into the plan, and the results that they are seeing.  Tom also shares tips on implementing health, safety and wellbeing initiatives across a transport and logistics business.   If you're a fleet manager, depot manager, business operator, health and safety manager - there are some nuggets of gold in...

Today's guest is one of New Zealand's greats.  Sir John Kirwan is a household name being an All Black great having played 63 tests for the All Blacks scoring 35 tries – one of the highest scoring players in history.   He's coached in the Auckland Blues, Italy, Japan, the Barbarians.   But it's his work in the mental health space that has been perhaps his biggest achievement (outside his family).  We talk about him speaking publicly about his mental health journey, his programme running in...

So good to sit down and chat with BBM Founder Dave Letele.  We talk about his childhood, him hitting rock bottom and how exercise and nutrition have helped him to get back on his feet, and build the BBM community to where it is today.  This is an inspirational story and I hope you take the time to listen. 

Welcome to Season Two of The Depot.  This season is focused on Health, Safety and Wellbeing in the transport industry. Today, I’m here with Deena Clarkson, CEO of Coda Group, the leading logistics business in New Zealand, to talk about some of the initiatives that Coda has implemented and is implementing to keep their team safe and fit to drive.

This episode is dedicated to our colleague and friend, Rachel Lehen. Rach was a passionate Fatigue and Sleep expert who thrived on helping people improve their sleep and reclaim their lives. Moe mai ra Rachel.  We will miss you.  In this episode, Murph talks to Rach about fatigue, what it is, the symptoms and what can be done to reduce risk when driving.

This week is Road Safety Week and each day I'll be sharing information on what's happening on our roads and tips for safer driving. These are short sound bites, so do take a minute to listen.  

This week is Road Safety Week and each day I'll be sharing information on what's happening on our roads and tips for safer driving. These are short sound bites, so do take a minute to listen.  

This week is Road Safety Week and each day I'll be sharing information on what's happening on our roads and tips for safer driving. These are short sound bites, so do take a minute to listen.  

This week is Road Safety Week and each day I'll be sharing information on what's happening on our roads and tips for safer driving. These are short sound bites, so do take a minute to listen.  

This week is Road Safety Week and each day I'll be sharing information on what's happening on our roads and tips for safer driving. These are short sound bites, so do take a minute to listen.  

In this final episode with guest Nathan Wallis, we talk about the impacts of distraction on driving, we talk a lot about mobile phones and why they are so addictive, and what we can do to reduce distractions when driving. 

This is the fourth of five episodes, where I talk to neuroscience educator Nathan Wallis about Driving and the Brain.  in this bite size episode, Nathan talks us through adapting to new technology, how to get your people onboard and is simulation training a good idea.

This is the third of five episodes, where I talk to neuroscience educator Nathan Wallis about Driving and the Brain.  In this bite size episode, Nathan we talk about stress, they types of stress and how they impact us, and how they impact us when we are driving. 

This is the second of five episodes, where I talk to neuroscience educator Nathan Wallis about Driving and the Brain.  in this bite size episode, Nathan talks us through fatigue - what it is, the parts of the brain it affects, what are the signs and what drivers can do to combat fatigue when driving.  

This episode is the first of five episodes, where I talk to neuroscience educator Nathan Wallis about Driving and the Brain.  in this bite size episode, Nathan talks about what a neuroscience educator is, how the brain works and how it works when driving.  

In this episode, Doug Kamo takes over as host on The Depot to interview motor sport legend (and usual host) Greg Murphy about going Back to Bathurst.  Doug digs into what made him return to Bathurst after eight years away from professional racing, how did he get fit to return, and what are his plans now. 

In this episode, I talk to Paul Gaynor about the Chain of Responsibility.  We look into how COR works in Australia, what it means for transport, Paul’s involvement, and insights for NZ where it will likely come in the not-too-distant future.

In this episode, I’ll be talking to the new CEO of EROAD, Mark Heine to find out about his journey from barrister to boss of a major technology business, as well as the journey that EROAD has been on and where they are headed in the future.

This episode sees our first 'pop up' podcast, which we recorded at the EROAD Fleet Day in Hamilton.  I talk to the partners which make up the NZI Fleet Fit team - going beyond insurance to help keep fleets safer, more efficient and engaged.  I talk with Mike Radford from NZI, Kelly McLuckie (Success Formula), Rachel Lehen (Fit for Duty), Charles Dawson (AutoSense) and Gareth Balfour (CCS Logistics).  

Today's guest is Nick Leggett, CEO of Transporting NZ.  We talk about the new Transporting NZ organisation, it's purpose, key priorities and issues facing the transport industry. 

Today's guest is Anthony Jones, CEO of HW Richardson Group. We talk through what tempted Anthony to cross the ditch, the diversity of the HW Richardson group and the differences between the transport industry in New Zealand and Australia.

Today's guest is Dean Eggers, CEO of Symons Transport.  I get to find out how Dean got into the transport game, and we discuss how the NZ Driver Shortage is impacting Symons and some of the unique ways they are recruiting and retaining drivers. 

In our first episode of The Depot, we talk to CEO of Dynes Transport about The Great New Zealand Driver Shortage, and find out what Dynes is doing to recruit and retain drivers.  Take a listen.