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A full trailer load of freight podcasts from FreightWaves. Enjoy shows like the award-winning WHAT THE TRUCK?!? podcast, Put That Coffee Down, Freightonomics, Fuller Speed Ahead, Great Quarter, Gals and more with one click of the subscribe button. One freight feed to rule them all!

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Nov 3, 2026

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Loaded and Rolling EP74 Gig workers impact on warehousing and wait times with Joe Oliaro 24.10.2023

In today’s episode Joe Oliaro, Chief Real Estate Officer at Wagner Logistics joins us to talk about recent warehouse hiring trends and how the gig workforce is changing the way warehouses find and hire labor. We also examine the impact warehouse labor has on carrier wait times.  Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...

Check Call EP96 Finishing 2023 strong 24.10.2023

In this episode, we dive into big trends we’ve seen for the year and what we can expect for the rest of the year. Out guest Manny McElroy, Sr Vice President of Transportation at ITS logistics sits down to share his hot freight opinions and what to expect for the beginning of 2024. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Othe...

Great Quarter, Gals EP161 It's time for change 24.10.2023

Kaylee Nix and Grace Sharkey talk to Melzie Wilson about making career moves, upward mobility, and knowing when to pursue a new opportunity.  Follow the Great Quarter, Gals Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP644 Broker purge, portable urinals and AI for DOT compliance 23.10.2023

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by special guest co-host Matt McLelland from Covenant. They’re talking about brokers getting purged, shooting at Cybertrucks, selling sustainability and what went down at ATA MCE 23. In a world with only one truck parking spot for every 11 drivers, Truck Parking Club is looking to make big changes by providing drivers with safe spots to park...

Running on Ice EP64 New developments in cold chain planning 23.10.2023

In this episode, we sit down with Ivan Castro, Head of Growth at Paxafe, and break down their conversational AI-enabled cold chain analyst. Discover how ATHENA is transforming the logistics landscape, providing unprecedented speed, knowledge, and efficiency. Learn about real-world applications, success stories, and the future of logistics, powered by ATHENA's game-changing technology. For more inf...

Net-Zero Carbon EP93 Real-world value chain collaboration 20.10.2023

Rik Arends, Director of the Sustainable Freight Buyers Alliance at Smart Freight Centre, explains the importance of collaborative efforts across customers and competitors seeking to launch emission reduction projects. He will share real-world examples of projects that SABA and SFC are working on. Follow the Net-Zero Carbon Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP643 Convoy shuts down; brokers on the brink; and Edison Motor’s new EV truck 20.10.2023

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Craig Fuller and John Paul Hampstead, who break down the last days at Convoy and explains what went wrong. We’ll also learn who else may be in trouble and why winter is coming for brokerages.   Edison Motor’s Chace Barber shows off its brand new electric semi truck and explains how it’s going to bring it to market. We’ll le...

Taking The Hire Road EP128 For Better Retention, Focus On The “Controllables” 19.10.2023

Jeremy Reymer, Founder of DriverReach, is joined today by a great industry friend and partner, Max Farrell, Co-Founder and CEO of WorkHound, a company committed to giving a voice to frontline workers through a real-time, anonymous feedback platform. Remember you can submit any questions or comments, including those which may appear on upcoming Deeper Dive segments - at podcast@driverreach.com. And...

Tracks Through Time EP15 Haunted Highways 19.10.2023

Deputy editor Brielle Jaekel and 3PL expert Mary O’Connell tell stories of haunted highways to celebrate Halloween. Follow the Tracks Through Time Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Freightonomics EP164 Tough Sell 19.10.2023

Anthony and Zach discuss Convoy’s digital brokerage demise and what it means for the rest of transportation as well as J.B. Hunt’s underachieving earnings.  Follow the Freightonomics Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Truck Tech EP35 Dispatches from Austin 19.10.2023

Guests: Rebecca Brewster, president, American Transportation Research Institute Jai Ranganathan, chief product officer, Motive Keith Brandis, Volvo Trucks North America vice president of partnerships Topic: The American Trucking Associations Management Conference and Exhibition is not known as a technology show. But there was plenty of it Follow the Truck Tech Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Lear...

#WithSONAR EP101 JB Hunts Poor Earnings Are a Sign of Whats To Come 18.10.2023

On today's episode of #WithSONAR, Luke Falasca and Hunter Carroll will dive into JB Hunts Q3 Earnings report and look at why they had a 30% drop in profit and an 18% decline in revenue. Additionally, we will look at why peak season appears to be nothing to write home about in the freight markets this year. Follow the #WithSONAR Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP642 Convoy cancels all loads; why freight companies fail; and unpopular opinions 18.10.2023

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by FreightWaves Craig Fuller to discuss breaking news about Convoy potentially shutting down.   Shatranj Capital Partners’ Brittain Ladd stops by to break down supply chain strategy. Who is making the right moves; what went down at Flexport; where is the money going; what M&A needs to happen now; and what companies are about to become zombie...

People Speaking Rail EP31 Rail data mixed ahead of earnings season 17.10.2023

Mike Baudendistel and Joanna Marsh discuss the latest on 2-person crews, CN’s comments on new Canadian regulations, a deadly coal derailment on BNSF and SONAR rail data. Follow the People Speaking Rail Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rethink Reshoring EP15 Interview with Guy Letendre - UAMMI on Advanced Materials Research for Transportation 17.10.2023

Explain what UAMMI is and how it came about. Why is this organization in Utah? (aerospace development, military, etc) Tell us about composites, I understand they are not metal – they are petroleum products as strong as metals. Are they all 3D printed? What are the particular uses of these materials? UAMMI is also an administrator of public funds – public/private partnership aerospace and defense,...

Loaded and Rolling EP73 How aifleet is disrupting trucking with Mike Stephens 17.10.2023

In today’s episode Mike Stephens, CFO at trucking tech startup aifleet joins us to talk about his experience at large enterprise carriers Swift and USA truck and highlight how aifleet is changing the foundations of trucking.  Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check Call EP95 A dive into On-Demand Fulfillment and Warehousing 17.10.2023

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of on-demand fulfillment and warehousing. Our guest, Steve Denton, CEO of Ware2Go, shares his expertise on how companies are leveraging technology, automation, and innovative strategies to meet the ever-evolving demands of modern supply chains. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Othe...

The Stockout EP92 Consumer debt continues to mount 16.10.2023

FreightWaves’ Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss the impact of rising consumer debt levels, Instacart, the impact of growth in the freight brokerage industry, and Rite Aid’s bankruptcy. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP641 Driver shortage myth; ATRI’s top industry issues; how seals work 16.10.2023

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by FreightWaves’ Justin Martin to talk about a freight recession like none other. We’ll find out why one expert is saying the industry won’t normalize until 2025. Is the driver shortage a myth? Rates and freight tender rejections sure say so. We’ll break down why this myth keeps getting perpetuated by the media. Pay, parking and fuel prices...

Drilling Deep EP178 Will an NLRB rule open the door for more unionziation? 13.10.2023

Max Farrell of WorkHound talks a new federal rule that might give a boost to more unions in the logistics workplace. Follow the Drilling Deep Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Running on Ice EP63 Preserving Packaging Perfection 13.10.2023

In this episode, we delve into the world of cold chain packaging with a seasoned expert, Steve Vondra, Vice President of Operations & Sales at SCL Cold Chain. Discover the strategies, innovations, and best practices behind designing packaging solutions that safeguard the integrity of temperature-sensitive products during transit. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or p...

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP640 How to ship a manatee; Flexport cuts 20% of global workforce; and the war in Israel 13.10.2023

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about DHL Express joining forces with four zoological institutions to fly eight manatees more than 1,000 miles back to their temporary Florida homes. We’ll learn from Joe Collopy at DHL and Becky Ellsworth at the Columbus Zoo the logistics of hauling manatees for rehabilitation.  FreightWaves’ Greg Miller looks at global shipping’s new flas...

Taking The Hire Road EP127 Fleetworthy’s Mission For Manageable Compliance 12.10.2023

Jeremy Reymer, Founder of DriverReach, is joined today by a great industry friend, Michael Precia, the CEO and President of fleet safety and risk management system, Fleetworthy Solutions. Remember you can submit any questions or comments, including those which may appear on upcoming Deeper Dive segments - at podcast@driverreach.com. And don’t forget to rate and review Taking the Hire Road on whate...

Freightonomics EP163 The cost of de-risking 12.10.2023

What are the effects of diversifying supply chains and increased governmental influence on markets? Follow the Freightonomics Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Truck Tech EP34 Simplifying connected trucks 11.10.2023

Guest: Jake Fields, co-founder and chief technology officer, Platform Science Topic: The Virtual Vehicle from Platform Science continues to attract major OEMs and large fleets with the simple idea of running everything a truck driver and the back office needs on a single platform. Follow the Truck Tech Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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