<p>Video version available here: <a href="https://youtu.be/1HxuQn-HQHw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">YouTube</a>Episode 152 of the Earthworks Hub PodcastIn this episode of Earthworks Hub, I sit down with Casuarina Smith (Trucking with CJ) to talk about life on the road and what it’s really like being a female truck driver in a male-populated (not dominated) industry.CJ shares her journey into trucking, the challenges she’s faced, and how she’s built a strong presence in the industry. We dive into the realities of long hours on the road, staying safe, and navigating life as a young female driver across the country.The conversation also covers:Mental health in the transport industryAdvocacy and supporting the trucking communityFavourite trucks and driving experiencesAutomatic vs manual transmissionsCJ’s experience around earthmoving equipmentHer involvement in racing and what’s nextWe also touch on the current fuel crisis and how it’s impacting operators across both trucking and earthmoving — and why collaboration in the industry has never been more important.Takeaways* Female representation in male-populated industries* Challenges of being a female truck driver Mental health awareness* Advocacy for the trucking industryEarthworks Hub is Australia&#39;s platform for the earthmoving and civil construction industry — connecting operators, contractors, suppliers and industry professionals.Proudly supported by Earthworks Hub sponsorsView all sponsors &amp; partners: <a href="https://earthworkshub.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://earthworkshub.com.au</a>Explore Earthworks HubWebsite: <a href="https://earthworkshub.com.au" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://earthworkshub.com.au</a>Tools &amp; templates: <a href="https://earthworkshub.com.au/shop" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://earthworkshub.com.au/shop</a>Join Us: <a href="https://earthworkshub.com.au/members" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://earthworkshub.com.au/members</a>Chapters* 00:00 Introduction and Earthworks Hub Overview* 14:04 Guest Introduction and Background* 33:52 Life on the Road and Female Representation in Trucking* 41:11 Perspective and Learning* 47:43 Automatic vs. Manual Transmission</p>