FreightCasts

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’s been three weeks since the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. How has cargo been disrupte...

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 technology, Thomas shares his firsthand experiences and insights from the conference floor. Highlights Incl...

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 podcast. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices....

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? We’ll see what the numbers say. Put the phone down, driver, it’s Distracted Driving Awareness Month....

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 investigation revealing alarming levels of lead and sodium in Lunchables, along with other concerning contami...

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 his side of the story.  Road Dog Coffee Co. says it brews its coffee in tribute to America’s truckers. W...

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 warehouse. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast. Follow the Running...

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 Brands Carrier Intelligence Infiniti-I Workhound Asurint Transportation Marketing Group Seiza Drive My Wa...

 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 discussion as they analyze the freight market’s trajectory, explore demand dynamics, and discuss the implicat...

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 transportation modes. Follow the Truck Tech Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices....

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 for their Haul of Fame 2024 that will see a pair of drivers win a NASCAR experience in Atlanta. We’ll fin...

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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more...

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 works, how you get your master’s degree online and more. David Dobrzykowski, Brian Fugate and students join...

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 facing the industry. In the first segment, Grace and Mike discuss Amazon’s inventory placement fees and low...

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 and the future. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast. Follow the...

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. How long will it take, what needs to be done and what role does dredging play in rebuilding this key conn...

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 Transportation Institute Career Now Brands Carrier Intelligence Infiniti-I Workhound Asurint Transportation...

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 Expert, as they dissect the latest trends and developments shaping the industry. In this episode: Marke...

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 Tech Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 701 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Glid Technologies founder and CEO Kevin Damoa about the world’s first road-to-rail autonomous solution. FreightWaves’ Alan Adler is fresh off a test ride in an Aurora autonomous truck. We’ll find out his impressions. We’ll also learn what goes down at GM’s fuel cell lab. Reliance Partners’ Jessie Merritt shares tips on choosing an insurance...

In today’s episode Abhishek Gupta, vice president of product at Motive joins us to talk about how artificial intelligence is used to help fleets improve safety, driver behaviors, and how carriers are adapting to the technology. 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 some of the new ways the shippers can sell and distribute goods. Our guest, Steve Denton, CEO at Ware2Go breaks down the Amazon Seller Fulfilled Prime program and how to manage new streams of revenue for shippers and help with inventory and demand planning. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other...

On Episode 700 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Campbell University’s Sal Mercogliano about the latest on the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. Who is on the hook to pay for it, how long will it take, what will it cost, and how will it impact shipping? Mercogliano has some answers. FreightWaves’ Thomas Wasson dives into the data behind the market. How did Q1 look, and will Q2 be an impr...

On Episode 699 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by Roadie CEO Marc Gorlin to talk about the company’s latest report, “Is Same-Day Delivery Worth the Hype?” We’ll look at the costs, logistics and consumer demands driving this category and if retailers are winning. EOS’ Gregory Hayes talks about how the U.S. Navy is retaking control of its supply chain via reshoring and 3D printing. We’ll lear...