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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP709 What truckers really think, small fleet electrification and the parking problem

FreightCasts - April 24, 2024 17:32 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On Episode 709 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Small Fleet & Owner-Operator Summit.  FreightWaves’ Alan Adler joins the show to talk about electrification options for small fleets. Are any of them viable yet? Truck Parking Club’s Evan Shelley and Hunter She...

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Keynote: Regulatory Challenges Facing Owner-Operators - Small Fleet & Owner Operator Summit 2024

FreightCasts - April 24, 2024 15:44 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In this Small Fleet and Owner-Operator Summit keynote, Todd Spencer, president of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association joins us to talk about regulatory impacts facing owner operators. We’ll examine current and proposed legislation from Congress and regulatory moves by the FMCSA. Le...

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Check Call EP120 The spring market update

FreightCasts - April 24, 2024 13:40 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In this episode, we dive into the spring freight market and what to expect for the coming months. Our guest, David Spencer, Vice president of market intelligence at Arrive Logistics breaks down some leading indicators for a turn of the freight market. For more information subscribe to Check Call ...

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Loaded and Rolling EP95 US-Mexico cross border trade and nearshoring with Danny Gordon

FreightCasts - April 24, 2024 13:36 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In today’s episode Danny Gordon, head of sales & account management at Nuvocargo joins us to dive into US-Mexico cross border trade and what to watch for with the nearshoring boom. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP708 FreightWaves vs. DAT; Great Freight Recession; Earth Day logistics

FreightCasts - April 22, 2024 18:52 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On Episode 708 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the great freight data debate between FreightWaves and DAT that’s going down at the Future of Supply Chain in Atlanta in June. The loser of the debate will make a $10,000 donation to the charity of the winner’s choice. The freight rece...

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The Stockout EP112 Retail sales grow less than inflation

FreightCasts - April 22, 2024 16:02 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In this episode of The Stockout, join hosts Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey as they discuss the latest trends and developments in the retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries. The duo kickstarts the show with a lively conversation about the unpredictable Michigan weather and then d...

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Running on Ice EP85 A more sustainable fresh delivery

FreightCasts - April 19, 2024 18:30 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In this episode, we dive into a need for more sustainable cold packs in frozen food delivery. Our guest Dr Robert di Loreto, from Thermal Custom Packaging breaks down the current methods for temperature-controlled deliveries and what some new alternatives look like. For more information subscribe...

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Freightonomics EP184 Playing the turn

FreightCasts - April 18, 2024 18:34 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Zach and Tony discuss how both carriers and some level of shipper are responding to expectations of a market shift. Plus takeaways from J.B. Hunt earnings and Knight Swifts modified expectations.  Follow the Freightonomics Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

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Taking The Hire Road EP153 Leveraging Feedback To Improve Efficiency

FreightCasts - April 18, 2024 18:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Max Farrell, CEO of WorkHound, joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses the value of driver feedback, the creation of an effective feedback loop, and shares some of the trends he’s seeing in this current economic climate. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute (http...

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Truck Tech EP52 A tour of Hyliion’s second-chance Karno generator technology as becomes the startup’s first priority

FreightCasts - April 17, 2024 19:30 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Hyliion’s linear generator technology holds promise for efficiently producing low-emissions electricity for electric vehicle charging and a host of other applications. The challenge is successfully scaling 3D printing for parts so intricate they could not be made any other way. Follow the Truck T...

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP707 Truck stop operator talks fuel fraud, skimming and scams

FreightCasts - April 17, 2024 19:05 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On Episode 707 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Dominick Angelo Tullo of T&R Oil Co. about fuel fraud, scams and skimming. Tullo has firsthand experience with all the black hat tricks of the trade and shares a story about a scam that cost his company a few thousand gallons of fuel. It’...

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Loaded and Rolling EP94 Inside Motive Vision 24 Innovation Summit: A Deep Dive into Telematics and Hardware

FreightCasts - April 16, 2024 19:08 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Welcome to Loaded and Rolling! In this episode, guest host Kaylee Nix takes the reins as she sits down with Thomas Watson to unpack his recent journey into the heart of innovation at the Motive Vision 24 Innovation Summit. From the bustling streets of Nashville to the forefront of telematics tech...

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Check Call EP119 Distribution and fulfillment in the style of e-commerce

FreightCasts - April 16, 2024 18:24 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In this episode, we dive into the world of distribution and e-commerce fulfillment. Our guest, Ryan Martin, President of Distribution and Fulfillment at ITS Logistics breaks down the ins and out of warehousing and distribution. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the po...

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP706 There are 10% fewer freight brokerages than there were 1 year ago

FreightCasts - April 15, 2024 17:42 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On Episode 706 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Brush Pass Research’s Kevin Hill about his latest data on freight brokerages. There are 35% more freight brokerages than there were five years ago but 10% fewer than there were one year ago. Are we close to finding the floor in this market...

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The Stockout EP111 Exploring the Dark Side of Lunchables: Lead, Sodium, and Consumer Health

FreightCasts - April 15, 2024 14:59 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Welcome back to The Stockout, where we delve into the latest trends and insights shaping various industries. In today’s episode, we uncover the shocking truths behind Lunchables, the beloved childhood snack, and its impact on consumer health. Join us as we dissect a recent Consumer Reports inves...

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP705 Is this EV truck company a victim of a Canadian grant kickback scheme?

FreightCasts - April 12, 2024 19:34 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On Episode 705 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Edison Motors Ltd. CEO Chace Barber about the troubles facing his EV truck Topsy in Canada. After the company was recently denied a grant, Canadian opposition parties are demanding a probe into alleged government kickbacks. Barber shares h...

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Running on Ice EP84 The importance of sanitation and the cold chain

FreightCasts - April 12, 2024 18:30 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In this episode, we dive into the under appreciated side of cold storage warehouses and that is sanitation. Our guest, Dave Hicks, Vice President at TBM Consulting Group breaks down some of the common practices, methods and things to watch out for when it comes to maintaining a clean and safe war...

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Taking The Hire Road EP152 Bleeding Blue With Kottke Trucking

FreightCasts - April 11, 2024 18:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Kyle Kottke, GM for Kottke Trucking, joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses the company’s blue-collar nature and core values, and the origins of the 3rd generation company as it approaches 100 years in business. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute Career Now...

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Freightonomics EP183 Eclipsing Inflation

FreightCasts - April 11, 2024 16:56 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
 Welcome to Freightonomics!  In this episode, Zach Strickland and Tony Mulvey delve into the latest CPI release and its downstream impacts on the freight market. From seasonal trends to organizational conferences, they dissect how various factors are shaping the current landscape. Join the discus...

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Truck Tech EP51 Wabash smoothing the ups-and-downs of the trailer business cycle

FreightCasts - April 11, 2024 13:55 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Guest: Brent Yeagy, president and CEO, Wabash Topic: Wabash’s renaming and reorganization into two business units along with fresh thinking on strategic customer relationships is paying off for the company, which sees broad applications for its EcoNex structural material composites across transp...

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP704 FMCSA rejects 34% of truckers under-21; Haul of Fame; fuel fraud

FreightCasts - April 10, 2024 19:47 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On episode 704 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about the FMCSA’s under-21 apprenticeship program. So far, only 113 motor carriers have applied and 34% of those have been rejected. We look into why. Drivers, start your engines! Relay Payments CEO Ryan Droege gets us off the starting line f...

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Loaded and Rolling EP93 How industry trends and tech are impacting drivers with Neil McEvoy

FreightCasts - April 09, 2024 19:11 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In today’s episode Neil McEvoy, VP of business development at C3 Solutions joins us to talk about nearshoring trends, aging driver workforce, how to improve the driver experience and the impacts of broad automation on the industry. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Le...

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Check Call EP118 Go South of the border with Arrive

FreightCasts - April 09, 2024 17:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In this episode, we dive into the new office and cross border operations for Arrive Logistics Mexico office. Our guest, Jess Billedo, general manager, mexico for Arrive Logistics breaks down the move to Mexico and what the future of cross border looks like. For more information subscribe to Check...

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP703 Freight’s path of totality; University of Arkansas; AB5 and driver

FreightCasts - April 08, 2024 17:46 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On Episode 703 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is kicking off the eclipse by taking a look at the freight market. Will eclipse disruptions have any impact on rates? Woo pig! We’re talking to the University of Arkansas about its supply chain program — what students are learning, how the program work...

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The Stockout EP110 Daily Harvest grapples with ingredient inflation and frozen omni-channel logistics

FreightCasts - April 08, 2024 15:14 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Welcome to The Stockout! In this episode, we dive deep into the retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries, covering everything from the solar eclipse to Amazon’s latest updates and more. Join hosts Grace Sharkey and Mike Baudendistel, as they discuss the latest news and challenges faci...

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Running on Ice EP83 The kings of refrigeration

FreightCasts - April 05, 2024 18:30 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In this episode, we dive into the history of Polar King Mobile and how they have created a scalable mobile refrigeration option. Our guest, Christian Aitken, Executive vice president at Polar King Mobile breaks down some of the nitty gritty insights into the mobile refrigeration industry of today...

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP702 Eclipse halts oversize loads; rebuilding in Baltimore; Calvin University

FreightCasts - April 05, 2024 17:45 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On episode 702 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Operation Livesaver’s Jennifer DeAngelis about eclipse readiness, being track-aware and freight disruptions. Dredging Contractors of America’s William Doyle talks about the recovery and rebuilding surrounding the Key Bridge in Baltimore. H...

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Taking The Hire Road EP151 TrueLifeCare: An Angel on your Shoulder

FreightCasts - April 04, 2024 18:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Kay Pfeiffer, Senior Vice-president for TrueLifeCare (https://truelifecare.com/), joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses the importance of awareness, education, and action to address the increasing epidemic of diabetes in the trucking industry. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Tran...

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Freightonomics EP182 Counting trucks

FreightCasts - April 04, 2024 16:58 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Understanding the Freight Market: Supply, Demand, and Economic Insights Welcome back to another episode of Freightonomics, where we dive deep into the world of freight, economics, and market intelligence. Join hosts Zach Strickland, Head of Freight Market Intelligence, and Tony Mulvey, Economics...

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Truck Tech EP50 An Inside Look At Gm’s Fuel Cell Lab

FreightCasts - April 03, 2024 19:30 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Guest: Charlie Freeze, Executive director of GM Hydrotec Topic: With more than a half century of hydrogen fuel cell development, General Motors is finally making commercial strides with potential customers. The more power-hungry the project, the more the automaker sees its value Follow the Truck...

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