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EP106: Financial AND Physical Success in Driveaway with Henry Clement Jr. - DOTY

Six-Figure Trucker - May 09, 2024 19:12 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratings
In this episode of the Six Figure Trucker, we feature another of our Drivers of the Year! The honor goes to Henry Clement, a Non-CDL driver who’s learned the tricks to leverage Driveaway for financial AND physical success. With his fat DOTY check in hand, Henry takes us into his world and shares...

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Truck Tech EP54 Daimler marries autonomy with a battery-electric truck

FreightCasts - May 09, 2024 19:03 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
The transition from diesel fuel to electric propulsion will not spare autonomous trucks. Daimler Truck pulled together a demonstration of what that might look like by combining its Class 8 eCascadia with Torc Robotics driverless system. Follow the Truck Tech Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn...

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Alibaba's tools for cross border shipping and global sourcing with Yikun Shao

Everything is Logistics - May 09, 2024 10:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
In this episode, Blythe and Yikun Shao, Head of North America Supply Chain at Alibaba.com, discuss how the platform helps small and medium businesses with global sourcing and logistics. Shao highlights Alibaba's AI tools like language translation, image generation for product design, and logisti...

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP712 State of fleet management; rebuilding in Baltimore; factoring pain points

FreightCasts - May 08, 2024 20:56 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On Episode 712 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the state of fleet management. J.J. Keller’s Josh Lovan breaks down the company’s latest fleet survey and lays out the challenges that carriers say they’re facing. TriumphPay’s Shawn Ludgate highlights pain points in factoring and shar...

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State of fleet management; rebuilding in Baltimore; factoring pain points

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? - May 08, 2024 17:37 - 45 minutes ★★★★ - 63 ratings
On Episode 712 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the state of fleet management. J.J. Keller’s Josh Lovan breaks down the company’s latest fleet survey and lays out the challenges that carriers say they’re facing. TriumphPay’s Shawn Ludgate highlights pain points in factoring and shar...

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Dr. Reiner Haseloff – transformation as minister-president’s priority (German)

Transportation Matters - The CEO Podcast of Daimler Truck - May 07, 2024 22:10 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
Daimler Truck is currently building its new logistics site for the worldwide spare parts supply of Mercedes-Benz Trucks in Saxony-Anhalt. Of course, the convenient location in the heart of Europe plays an important role here - but Saxony-Anhalt is also doing a lot right beyond that. In an intervi...

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Dr. Reiner Haseloff – transformation as minister-president’s priority (German) | #05.07

Transportation Matters - The CEO Podcast of Daimler Truck - May 07, 2024 22:10 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 18 ratings
Daimler Truck is currently building its new logistics site for the worldwide spare parts supply of Mercedes-Benz Trucks in Saxony-Anhalt. Of course, the convenient location in the heart of Europe plays an important role here - but Saxony-Anhalt is also doing a lot right beyond that. In an intervi...

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Loaded and Rolling EP97 Multimodal Madness: Analyzing Q1 Earnings & Intermodal Trends

FreightCasts - May 07, 2024 18:58 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Join Thomas Wasson on Loaded and Rolling as he welcomes Mike Baudendistel, Intermodal Solutions expert at FreightWaves Sonar, for a deep dive into the latest Q1 earnings and intermodal trends. From the surprises and disappointments of earnings season to the subtle shifts in the intermodal landsca...

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Check Call EP122 When Cybersecurity and fraud comes knocking

FreightCasts - May 07, 2024 17:11 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In this episode, we dive into the trends of cybersecurity and what can make a business a target. Our guest, Joe Ohr, Chief Operating Officer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association breaks down what individuals can do to protect themselves as well as what to look for in a partner to stay...

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When Cybersecurity and fraud comes knocking

Check Call - May 07, 2024 17:10 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 rating
In this episode, we dive into the trends of cybersecurity and what can make a business a target. Our guest, Joe Ohr, Chief Operating Officer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association breaks down what individuals can do to protect themselves as well as what to look for in a partner to stay...

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Trucking Market Update - Week Beginning May 6, 2024

FTR | State of Freight - May 07, 2024 15:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 14 ratings
In this week’s episode of FTR’s Trucking Market Update podcast, we dig into payroll employment in trucking and changes in the for-hire carrier population in April. Plus, we look at the broader labor market and recap the week in diesel prices and the spot market for truck freight, including a big...

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100 Years of Transportation Marketing and Sales

Everything is Logistics - May 07, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
In this episode, Blythe and Jennifer Karpus-Romain, the Executive Director of the Transportation Marketing & Sales Association (TMSA), discuss the organization's 100-year history, digital transformation, and the upcoming ELEVATE 2024 conference in New Orleans from June 9-11, 2024. Jennifer also ...

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Finding Shippers, Insurance Insights, and Broker Training | Final Mile #42

Freight 360 - May 07, 2024 04:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 94 ratings
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss: How to find shippers Insurance for excluded commodities Freight broker education Support Our Sponsors: QuikSkope - Get a Free Trial: Click Here Levity: Click Here Bluebook Services: Click Here DAT Freight & Analyt...

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The Diabetes Discussion

FirstFleet tenFour - May 06, 2024 20:57 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 8 ratings
Guest Tips: Brittany's Diabetes Tip: Eliminate sugars as much as possible Larry's Diabetes Tip: Accept that you are pre-diabetic and change your lifestyle Larissa's Diabetes Tip: Understand your insurance and use it Insurance Tips: FirstFleet Benefits can help with Testing Strips, Gluc...

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP711 What's less healthy: Truckers or truckload market?

FreightCasts - May 06, 2024 18:40 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On Episode 711 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Offshift’s Dr. Mark Manera about driver health. Do truckers have a ticking time bomb in their chest? We’ll find out how America’s road warriors can set their GPS toward better health.  FreightWaves’ Thomas Wasson looks at market health. A...

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What's less healthy: Truckers or truckload market?

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? - May 06, 2024 17:22 - 45 minutes ★★★★ - 63 ratings
On Episode 711 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Offshift’s Dr. Mark Manera about driver health. Do truckers have a ticking time bomb in their chest? We’ll find out how America’s road warriors can set their GPS toward better health.  FreightWaves’ Thomas Wasson looks at market health. A...

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The Stockout EP114 India won’t be the new China any time soon

FreightCasts - May 06, 2024 15:15 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Welcome to The Stockout! This episode is packed with insightful discussions on global supply chain, business strategy, and technology trends. Join your hosts, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey, as they interview a special guest, Brittain Ladd, a consultant and strategist in global supply chain ...

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Navigating the Road: Tips and Stories from Seasoned Owner-Operator, Tremayne Hewitt!

Trucking for Millennials - May 06, 2024 10:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 94 ratings
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting Tremayne Hewitt, a seasoned local owner operator from East Texas, who has been in the trucking industry since he was 17. Tremayne shared his extensive experience and insights into the trucking world, making...

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Trucker Josh Giesbrecht building a legacy for family, fellow truckers, people all around the world

Overdrive Radio - May 03, 2024 19:46 - 20 minutes ★★★★ - 18 ratings
Today on the podcast, a brief look back into a little bit of Overdrive’s recent history, as you'll hear Canada-headquartered owner-operator Josh Giesbrecht intimate up top. Giesbrecht notes Overdrive gave him his "first big break" on the road to expanded influence around the world for his daily/n...

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Running on Ice EP87 Polar Leasing comes to town

FreightCasts - May 03, 2024 18:54 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
In this episode, we get into the world of leasing walk-in freezers . Our guests, Polar Leasing president Bart Tippmann and VP of operations Joe O’Keefe break down some of the most common applications for these units as well as what industries are seeing the strongest demand. For more information ...

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Episode 15 with Natalie Burt

Melton Truck Line's True Blue Podcast - May 03, 2024 17:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★ - 4 ratings
In this episode of the True Blue Podcast we will be talking all things Melton Logistics. From where the load starts to where it delivers, we have got you covered. 

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Driver Meeting Live | May 3rd

Prime Inc. Drivers Trucking Safety Podcast - May 03, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 20 ratings
We host the weekly Driver Meeting every Friday morning at 8 a.m. CST in Springfield, MO; Salt Lake City, UT; and Pittston, PA. Each week, we hear from speakers across several different departments at Prime who provide updates, answer questions and discuss current hot topics related to their role...

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Sales Funnel Management for Freight Brokers | Episode 242

Freight 360 - May 03, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 94 ratings
In our latest podcast episode, we dig into key insights for freight brokers navigating the complex landscape of sales funnels. We explore market trends, sales strategies, and client relationship management, starting with a deep dive into factors that impact freight rates and strategies to remain...

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Taking The Hire Road EP155 Tech Talk: What we can learn from the intersection of recruiting diesel techs and drivers

FreightCasts - May 02, 2024 18:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
On this week’s episode guest host Leah Shaver, President and CEO of The National Transportation Institute, chats with with Amanda Schuier, chair of the ATA’s Technology & Maintenance Council. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/) C...

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Tech Talk: What we can learn from the intersection of recruiting diesel techs and drivers

Taking The Hire Road - May 02, 2024 18:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 21 ratings
On this week’s episode guest host Leah Shaver, President and CEO of The National Transportation Institute, chats with with Amanda Schuier, chair of the ATA’s Technology & Maintenance Council. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/) C...

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Freightonomics EP186 Losing confidence

FreightCasts - May 02, 2024 16:54 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
Zach and Tony discuss despite relatively strong economic figures consumers are still not feeling great fiscally.  Follow the Freightonomics Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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EP105: The Best Ability is Availability with Larry Altice - DOTY

Six-Figure Trucker - May 02, 2024 16:05 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 16 ratings
In this DOTY episode of the Six Figure Trucker, we feature another of our Drivers of the Year! The honor goes to Larry Altice, who was quickly and unanimously nominated by his dispatch team. Touting his hard work, availability, and dependability, Larry’s dispatch team couldn’t be happier to help...

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Mike Bassani | Transforming Supply Chains with AI

Freightvine - May 02, 2024 10:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 32 ratings
This week’s guest is Mike Bassani, Partner and Product Leader at Microsoft. Despite starting in Finance, Mike is no stranger to supply chains having worked in supply chain roles for Best Buy, Nike, Amazon, Convoy, and currently, Microsoft where he was the General Manager of the Supply Chain Plat...

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The 2024 Freight Agent Playbook with SPI Logistics

Everything is Logistics - May 02, 2024 10:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratings
In this episode, Mike Mikulik, VP of Marketing and Sales at SPI Logistics, offers an insider's perspective on the freight agent model. He and Blythe discuss topics like commission structures, technology tools, carrier vetting, and effective sales strategies. Whether you're considering becoming a...

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Truck Tech EP53 Rewiring The Volvo VNL Improves Connectivity For Drivers And Fleets

FreightCasts - May 01, 2024 20:06 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 71 ratings
When your flagship truck is 90% new, opportunities abound to make improvements. Connectivity -- from integration of a MyTruck app to the ability for the Volvo VNL to call for help in an emergency are just two ways Volvo accomplished this. Follow the Truck Tech Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Lea...