FreightCasts

In today’s episode we’re joined by Jose Minarro, managing director of cross-border operations at Sunset Transportation, to talk about developing partnerships in Mexico, staying compliant with customs regulations, and Mexico’s recent decision to end ‘border skipping,’ when bypassing tariffs on Chinese goods. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad cho...

In this episode, we break down the new FMCSA broker transparency rule. Our guest, Robert Fortmeyer, General Counsel Circle Logistics, breaks down the ins and outs of the proposed rule and its impacts on the industry. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 790 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner and Dredging Contractors of America’s William Doyle spill the tea on the real talk behind the ILA-USMX contract, what ratification means and how tariffs work. National Association of Waterfront Employers President and former Federal Maritime Commissioner Carl Bentzel takes a look at the deal between the International Longshoremen’s Association and the Un...

On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss numerous trends for retailers and CPG companies in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shaun Lezer, Professional CDL driver of over a decade, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss the challenges drivers face while delivering the nation’s good - especially physical and mental health. Shaun shares what motivated him to make some critical decisions to improve his health, and discusses the importance of taking small steps in the right direction. Special...

On Episode 789 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Stuart Chirls about a potential International Longshoremen’s Association strike that could shut down ports from Maine to Texas on Jan. 15.  They’ll also look at the U.S.’s interest in buying Greenland, Trump’s decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico and the impact of wildfires in Los Angeles. Loadsmith just sold its brokerage un...

In this episode, we dive into the year long recap and review come For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 788 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Firecrown / FreightWaves’ CEO and founder Craig Fuller to talk about his latest acquisition: the largest train set in the world. We’ll find out how Fuller saved EnterTRAINment Junction’s exhibits and his plans to bring the Museum of Motion to Chattanooga, TN. Plus, Blair blasts freight and a look at the market. Catch new shows live at noon ED...

On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss fraudulent returns, zone-skipping, and the freight markets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Clayton, Global Head of Sales at Nikola Motor Company, sat down with Craig and JP onstage at the Future of Freight Festival (F3) in Chattanooga. They discuss the favorable regulatory environment and ESG environment for zero-emission vehicles, the economics and use cases of battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell trucks, and how Nikola's production in Arizona is accelerating. Learn more about...

In this episode, it’s the year in review with FreightWaves’ Grace Sharkey and Thomas Wasson. We break down missed predictions for 2024 and make some for 2025. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive back into analytics with our guest Travis Ross, Senior sales engineer at EROAD. Working through exceptions and more efficiently managing cold chain with an interactive dashboard. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast. Follow the Running on Ice Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice...

On episode 787 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Covenant’s Matt McLelland who helps co-host out most festive show of the year: A Very WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Christmas. FreightWaves’ Craig Fuller issues a warning about DAT’s data sharing terms of service. Is DAT putting coal in your stocking? Project K-9 Hero CEO Jason Johnson and retired service dog Rikki drop in the studio to talk about life a...

Nick Darman, Founder & CEO of Alvys, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey into trucking, from starting a trucking company to creating Alvys, a world-class transportation management system (TMS) to help fleets maximize efficiency and utilization. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! DriverReach (https://www.driverreach.com) Project 61...

Molson Hart, founder and president of Viahart educational toy company, talks about his experiences in Chinese factories and cities and why he decided to invest in equipment to bring some production and assembly back to U.S. shores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Thomas Wasson, FreightWaves community host Topic: As Alan Adler hosts his final Truck Tech podcast, he and incoming host Thomas Wasson look ahead at trucking technologies Follow the Truck Tech Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 786 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Flexport founder and CEO Ryan Petersen. They’re recapping the year that was and looking ahead at trade under Trump in 2025. With the potential for an ILA port strike on January 15th that would shut down ports from Maine to Texas, the new year starts out hot right out of the gate.  Petersen discusses port strike potential and what the fallout...

In today’s episode we’re joined by Sam Burkhan, president and CEO of ITF Group to talk about key industry challenges including managing fleet optimization and the growing role of technology in modern trucking. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the logistics behind Wreaths Across America and what it takes to make this day a success. Our guests, Jane Good and Corey Bruce from JT Logistics break down what happens behind the scenes and why being involved with it is so important. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Lea...

On Episode 785 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the latest scandal to hit freight. Daimler Truck Financial Services USA LLC, the company’s largest vehicle finance lender, says it has uncovered evidence of massive fraud perpetrated by Kal Freight against its creditors. Now, Daimler alleges that Kal Freight fraudulently obtained approximately $16.9 million to purchase 164 trailers from...

On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey interview Ara Ohanian, CEO of Netstock, a company that produces supply and demand planning software for small and mid-sized businesses. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 784 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about a RICO lawsuit filed by Freight Essentials against WWEX Group. It alleges the companies that make up WWEX, including Worldwide Express, GlobalTranz and Unishippers, defrauded consumers and small-business owners by charging hidden fees related to fuel costs and cargo insurance. We’ll find out from Freight Essentials CEO Dylan Admire why h...

In this episode, we dive into the world of dry ice replacement. Our guests Dr. Cliff Glade and Dr Robert di Loreto from Thermal Custom Packaging break down their alternative and how it’s more reliable and effective than dry ice alone. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast. Follow the Running on Ice Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choic...

This week guest host Leah Shaver, President & CEO of The National Transportation Institute, chats with Josh Hankins, senior vice president of safety, security, and driver personnel at J.B. Hunt. Josh is one of the leaders behind the innovation and implementation of technologies and programs at one of the most forward-looking companies in America. As he puts it: One of the core elements of accompli...

Guest: Don Burnette, CEO and founder, Kodiak Robotics Topic: Making a profitable business of autonomous trucking requires looking beyond the highway for use cases -- like military and industrial applications where Kodiak is testing equipment for war fighters and hauling fracking sand in the Permian Basin Follow the Truck Tech Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...