Wake Up America! Opening Monologues
163 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsThese podcasts feature Steve Oatley's opening monologues for the viral Wake Up America show that can be found each night live by searching for PT News Network on social media, or through our mobile and Smart TV apps
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SPECIAL SATURDAY SHOW: Coronavirus, HOS Suspension and trucking
March 14, 2020 19:33 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBIn this special edition of Freight Broker Live we are going to give some updates on the #Coronavirus pandemic, Cover #Breakingnews regarding the FMCSA declaration suspending HOS until April 12th, and what the next month looks like. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Coronavirus panic and its effect on Freight and Trucking
March 13, 2020 22:04 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBIn this episode we are talking about the Coronavirus and it's effect on the trucking industry. SBTC looks to the President to suspend HOS. Shippers and receivers tell drivers to stay in truck, NO BATHROOM FOR YOU and more. Plus we were live with the National Emergency Declaration. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Join us as we discuss the Corona
March 12, 2020 19:12 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBJoin us as we discuss the implications Coronavirus will have on Trucking. Also MATS is confirmed cancelled. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Advancements in Freight Tech: Is it a good thing or bad thing?
March 11, 2020 19:30 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBIn this episode we are going to talk about the advancements of freight tech and whether it is a good thing. Automation, Autonomous trucks, book it now functionality, rate predicting and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Can a carrier have a broker authority, TONU questions and more
March 10, 2020 19:21 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBJoin us today for an awesome episode of Freight Broker Live were we dive into the things that are important to you, the people who move America. In this episode we cover the question of whether a carrier can have a brokerage authority under the same Carrier Authority number. We also dive into issues drivers face by not protecting themselves from issues collecting detention, TONU and Layover fees. Plus a Coronavirus update. Visit our show sponsor Check out our website Follow us on Facebook...
Monday in trucking news
March 09, 2020 19:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we take a look at what some companies are doing to protect themselves from the Coronavirus, some steps to protect yourself. We also take a look at an email from a TA executive and more See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
A week in trucking in review 3/6
March 06, 2020 20:07 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBJoin us for an episode highlighting the week in trucking. The good, the bad and the crazy. We will give updates on the Coronavirus outbreak, the trucking market and so much more See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
In today's fast episode we dive into the coronavirus, factoring and the state of trucking
March 04, 2020 21:45 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBJoin us for a quick episode were we dive into the Coronavirus and whether it will cancel MATS. We also take a look at the state of frucking along with a look into factoring. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Devastating Nashville Tornado, DAT increases monthly software costs for users
March 03, 2020 20:16 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we take a look at the Tornado that devastated the city of Nashville overnight. We talk about an email sent out to DAT software users increasing the monthly fees up to 35% of what they were previously paying. We also talk about the latest developments with the Coronavirus and it's looming effect on the markets. This and so much more. Visit this month's show sponsor TruckerTools. Visit our Facebook page here Prefer to watch this episode? Click Here S...
A week in reviewTQL Data Breach, Coronaviris and predictive rating
February 28, 2020 20:43 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we dive into new details in the TQL Data Breach, Coronavirus and more See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
You Heard it Here First: TQL DATA BREACH What we now know
February 27, 2020 20:35 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBFreight Broker Live was the first media outlet to break the news of the massive DATA BREACH at TQL which, compromised both carrier and customer data. In this special live episode we talk about It and what we now know. For our breaking story on this and other freight news visit www.freightbrokerlive.com To visit this months show sponsor please visit www.insunlimited.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Layoffs, trucking media and calls
February 26, 2020 22:31 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we are back after an extended weekend after being sick. We are going to talk about the good in the freight market and the bad, and open up the lines for call in questions. Make sure to check out this month's sponsor, Insurance Unlimited for all your insurance needs. www.insunlimited.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
A week of freight in review, how did you do this week?
February 21, 2020 20:23 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we take a look back at the week in freight news and what we can look forward to in the following week. make sure you check out our show sponsor www.insunlimited.com for all your commercial insurance needs See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Today's freight news, trucking trends and a review of a "training" provider
February 20, 2020 20:46 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBIn this episode to dive into the news and then take a hard look at a "training" provider. What are they actually training their clients and why I think it is very wrong. For this and all other news please visit our site, www.freightbrokerlive.com. To visit our monthly show sponsor Insurance Unlimited, visit www.insunlimited.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ask a Broker Part 2: We are opening up the lines again!
February 19, 2020 20:27 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we open up the phone lines again as dive back into the ugliness of the brokerage industry, trucking automation, digital freight brokerages and more. Make sure you check out this month's show sponsor www.insunlimited.com for all of your commercial insurance needs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ask a broker episode!
February 18, 2020 20:37 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we open up the phones for one of our "ask a broker" shows. Call in and ask me, a freight broker that question you have been dying to ask! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
New details on Mass Layoffs, Trucker shot over "Reserved" parking
February 17, 2020 20:07 - 1 hour - 43 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we reveal some new details regarding the Amazon Contractor Purge; A trucker is Shot over a parking dispute at an OKC truckstop, Meth'd out truckers and what the future of trucking looks like with Autonomous tech. Please take a minute to visit our shows sponsor www.insunlimited.com To stay current on all breaking freight related news, make sure you follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/freightbrokerlive and our website www.freightbrokerlive.com See ...
Nuclear Verdicts, truckstop shootings, semi's full of drugs and rate con woes
February 14, 2020 20:18 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we are talking about a new nuclear verdict, a morning truck stop shooting. We cover two semi seizures at the border full of drugs and we take an in-depth into rate confirmations. Visit this month's show sponsor www.insunlimited.com Visit our site to up to date breaking news www.freightbrokerlive.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Are unlicensed dispatch services legal? This question finally answered
February 13, 2020 20:28 - 56 minutes - 38.8 MBMany have wondered if dispatchers who independently dispatch multiple trucks are required to get a freight broker bond, or if they are truly agents of the carrier and are exempt from the brokerage authority requirement. To visit this month's show sponsor click here. To check out our site click here See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Updates with CH Robinson, Freight Tech, Trucker Crime and Broker Q&A
February 12, 2020 20:31 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we update you on the CH Robinson lawsuit and Their statement regarding it. We also cover some of the weirder trucker crime stories in the past 24 hours including two drunk truckers, one who produces music while travelling down the highway. We also go into an in-depth unplanned questions and answer section about the brokerage industry. Check out our show sponsor here Visit our website for up to date breaking freight news Watch the live video here Se...
Non-Competes, Running "outlaw" and trucking crime
February 11, 2020 19:57 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live, we are going to dive into the world of non-competes and can they be enforced; outlaw trucking and how to combat it, and some of the best trucking crime stories we have covered to date. Stay up to date with all breaking freight news by visiting our site here Want to watch this video live, click here Check out this month's show sponsor here Looking for no bull factoring? Look no further than OTR Capital See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-ou...
I am going to dive into the CH Robinson lawsuit and .......
February 10, 2020 20:16 - 1 hour - 48.4 MBWe had a ton of news over the weekend, and the major story was about a massive lawsuit naming CH Robinson. A group of farmers said they were taken advantage of and man, the complaint looks like they were. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Tech Failures, Rising Insurance premiums and low rates. What is next?
February 07, 2020 20:27 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBJoin Freight Broker Live for a special live episode where we dive into the marker, and ask.....whats next. Insurance companies are cutting their losses and running, rates continue their downward trend, the ever evolving freight tech landscape is not working. What is next for the trucking industry See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Amazon layoffs announced, kidnapping and ransom and what is a partial?
February 06, 2020 20:36 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBToday's episode of freight broker live is legendary. We will cover another Amazon contractor who is laying off 408 workers after the Logistics Giant pulls its contract; a Kidnapping and Ransom tale that seems like it is from a bad movie, and what is a partial load. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Do not miss today's episode as we broke two major stories overnight. Big Episode
February 05, 2020 20:19 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBIn today's episode of Freight Broker Live, we take a look at two stories we broke overnight. Cold Carriers is shutting down and EFS's fuel cards crash, stranding drivers. All that and more on the best live freight talk show EVER! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Revising the look and feel of the show, today's freight news, and we talk rates
February 04, 2020 20:21 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we take an in-depth look at freight rates, how they are calculated and what it costs you to move your truck. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Today we look at logistics news, weather, and NYC's attack on trucking
February 03, 2020 20:04 - 58 minutes - 40.1 MBIn today's episode of Freight Broker Live, we look at logistics news from around the country: a "trucking association" takes on NYC's $7k fine on over-sized loads; dash-cam footage of a winter pileup; Bolt Express acquires PTS and so much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Breaking News, A look at the UCR Enforcement date and more
January 29, 2020 20:09 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBIn this episode we take a look at breaking news, and take an in-depth look into the trucking scams that plague new carriers and brokers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
We are back after a long weekend and we are talking freight
January 28, 2020 20:17 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we cover two breaking news stories: AscendTMS and TruckPark join forces to offer first ever "in TMS" booking functionality in a system; UCR enforcement set to begin May 1st according to source; police-involved shooting during a truck inspection and so much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight news and the fight for rate transparency
January 23, 2020 20:48 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBIn today's episode we are speaking with Jeffery Loehr, the owner-operator who is leading the fight towards broker-carrier transparency, why it is needed, and what will it accomplish.....hopefully See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Truckstop birth, Stolen Packages and the insiders guide to factoring
January 22, 2020 20:21 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we cover a birth in a truck-stop bathroom, A Driver has cargo stolen while in the truck, the future of automation is here....now and an in-depth look at why people factor, what to look out for and what seems to be a trend in factoring. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Amazon named in lawsuit, other transportation legal news, freight rates and more
January 21, 2020 20:38 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBIn today's episode of Freight Broker Live; Trucker claims in new suit Amazon forced him to drive like a mule, SC workers killed in truck accident sue; A drunk driver gets pulled in for a level one and so much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Winter weather, road rage and website updates
January 20, 2020 20:27 - 1 hour - 52.4 MBCheck out today's episode to learn more about the winter weather that clobbered a huge portion of the US, News from the weekend, a discussion on road rage and some huge changes to the website and features. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live on a Friday and it's a great one!
January 17, 2020 21:51 - 1 hour - 42 MBToday we have the top logistics news from around the nation. A viral story about an American in Mexico and a attempted carjacking. Amazon goes green while laying of 1600, NTG acquires Eagle and some VERY big news. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Today we dive into this NJ truck "Ransom" story, Kenworth layoffs, Driver rights
January 15, 2020 20:21 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBIn this awesome episode of Freight Broker Live we cover Amazon's takeover of India, Kenworth announces more layoffs, the trucking company owner who was told pay me or we take your truck, and driver rights and responsibilities when it comes to maintaining a trucking company See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Oh Boy do we have a show for you today, Crimes, Fines, and ......pot!
January 14, 2020 21:02 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBToday we are going to take a look at some of the current news in trucking, our AB5 update of the week, a CT lawmaker wants cell phone maps to be trucker friendly, Is freight slow, well then lets grow pot! And some re-breaking news out of the wonderful state of New Jersey. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 1/13: Insurance scams, Freight 101 and Driver Fitness
January 13, 2020 20:52 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBIn this episode I talk about a ton. Weekend updates to www.freightbrokerlive.com including two new columns, Freight 101 and Healthy Driver, plus cover the news and all other topics. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
An Update, News and a Look at why I broker
January 10, 2020 21:30 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBIn this episode we talk about changes to Freight Broker Live and some very BIG opportunities. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
New Year sure to bring New Challenges in trucking
January 02, 2020 19:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live, Stephen takes a look at some of the challenges small brokers and carriers will face this new year including AB5, the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, and tools of the trade See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 11/21 Late Night Show
November 22, 2019 14:01 - 2 hours - 84.4 MBLets talk freight. The late night call in show is back. Call in or use the chat to ask that question you have been dying to ask a freight broker. Just starting out and have questions? What is the best part about trucking? The answers to this and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 11/18: AB5
November 18, 2019 21:58 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBToday we discuss AB5 Again, the SBTC ELD mandate suspension petition, current news and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 11/15 We discuss AB5, Amazon fights Back, and Uber Gives ELD's
November 16, 2019 00:24 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBIn this episode of Freight Broker Live we discuss AB5 and how that may cause freight brokers an issue. Amazon fights back and wins against Jury Verdict, and Uber gives ELD's to new carriers for free, but there is a catch. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 11/14 Back from Freightwaves Live in Chicago
November 14, 2019 22:26 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBToday we talk about some of the coolest tech advancements, current news and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 11/8 Freight News and Freight Talk
November 08, 2019 20:30 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBFreight Broker Live is a broker run talk show covering all things freight. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live's First Freight Industry Round-Table 3 Hours of Freight Talk
November 08, 2019 04:09 - 3 hours - 148 MBIn our first ever freight industry professional freight roundtable we had 35 in attendance to talk freight sales, industry trends and more. This conference ran for 3 hours and we covered so much. Want to sign up to be in the next show, sign up at www.patreon.com/freightbrokerlive See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 11/7
November 07, 2019 20:29 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBWe talk freight See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 11/5: Today in Freight News
November 06, 2019 03:42 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBToday we talk today's freight news, ELD's and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 11/4 Packed Show, ELD Crash, Petition, AB5, and more
November 04, 2019 22:39 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBWe talk Freight See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 11/2 ELD Petition and what it is missing
November 03, 2019 01:39 - 1 hour - 86.6 MBAn unfiltered look at everything Freight See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Freight Broker Live 11/1 Freight News, ELD, Convoy and more
November 01, 2019 23:36 - 1 hour - 51.4 MBIn today's episode we talk freight broker automation with Convoy's new Direct-From-Shipper Loads, ELD Suspension petition, Amazon Package Delivery and so much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.