This week on the Oakley Podcast, host Jeremy Kellett welcomes Bryan “Bossman” Martin, Owner of 4 State Trucks/Chrome Shop Mafia in Joplin, Missouri. During the episode, Bryan shares his journey from a mechanic to a leader in the custom truck industry, detailing the evolution of his business from a small parts store to a renowned custom truck shop. He discusses the impact of the “Trick My Truck” TV show on his business and the growth of his truck show. The episode highlights the sense of community in trucking, Bryan’s future plans for 4 State Trucks and Chrome Shop Mafia, and so much more.
Key topics in today’s conversation include:
- Bryan’s Background in Trucking (2:05)
- Evolution of 4 State Trucks (3:23)
- Impact of “Trick My Truck” (7:08)
- Reality of Reality TV (8:37)
- Origin of Chrome Shop Mafia (10:46)
- Trends in Truck Customization (16:24)
- Guilty by Association Truck Show Origins (20:26)
- Entertainment at the Truck Show (24:44)
- Community and Camaraderie in the Trucking Community (27:16)
- Future Plans for 4 State Trucks (28:05)
- Location and Accessibility for 4 State Trucks (30:14)
- Final Thoughts and Takeaways (32:04)
Oakley Trucking is a family-owned and operated trucking company headquartered in North Little Rock, Arkansas. For more information, check out our show website: podcast.bruceoakley.com.