Heading to Kentucky with Check A Vet
As I lay here in bed tonight, I can’t help but think about what tomorrow holds. Bags packed (kind of), boots by the door, and that pre-travel buzz settling in. Tomorrow, I board a flight to Kentucky for something that means more than just a trip—it’s a mission.
I’m heading to the Mid-America Trucking Show with Check A Vet, and we’ll be manning a booth to share our message loud and clear: You are not alone.
The trucking world and the veteran community overlap more than people realize. Long nights, solitude, grit, and discipline—these roads and the battlefield both shape a certain kind of person. And this weekend, we’re showing up for all of them.
This isn’t just about handing out flyers or shaking hands. It’s about connection. It’s about standing in the middle of one of the biggest events in the trucking industry and being a voice for those who might be struggling in silence.
If you’re going to be at MATS, come find us. Whether you’re a veteran, a supporter, or just someone curious about how you can help—we’ll be there. Booth, banner, and all heart.
For now, I’m going to try to get some sleep (try being the keyword), but I wanted to put this out there first. Kentucky, we’re coming. And we’re bringing a message that matters.
Michael Turbyfill
Host
Michael is a US Army Veteran. He was stationed in Fort Benning Ga. While in the 3rd Infantry Division. He was deployed in support of operation Iraqi Freedom in 2009. After separating from the Army in 2012 Michael has spent the last 10+ years in the trucking industry. To pass the time he became a huge fan of podcast. In 2024 Michael was on a discord call with two of his friends “Star” and Brad. In this call they “dared” Michael to start a podcast. Shortly after Michael recorded his first episode (which is still posted) where he described some of his experiences. Michael was unsure if he was going to seriously pursue hosting a podcast. A few days after posting the 1st episode, Michael received an email stating “this podcast and your story has given me the inspiration to reach out and receive the help needed to improve my life and deal with some of my issues” (for privacy reasons no credit will be given to the sender… but THANK YOU!)
After receiving this message Michael set out to grow ‘It’s A Veteran’s Life’ and share the stories and experiences of all veterans.
Over the last year Michael has held several interviews, and uploaded these conversations to several podcast providers as well as YouTube. While it has been a difficult journey navigating social media and gathering listeners and those who want tell their stories. Michael is just as dedicated as ever to meet more veterans and share their experiences.
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