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FreightCasts
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!
Episodes
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Truck Tech EP108 The Future of Trucking? Inside Bot Auto's Level 4 Autonomous Fleet
We're on location in Katy, Texas for an exclusive look at Bot Auto, a company that's not just building self-driving technology—they're building an entire…
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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP862 CVSA Safe Driving Week is in full swing; CPI shows consumers fighting summer inflation
On episode 862 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Kaylee Nix and Thomas Wasson examine the first major second-quarter earnings release with JB Hunt showing some signs of…
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Morning Minute | July 16, 2025
Welcome to your FreightWaves Morning Minute, summarizing today's top stories in freight and logistics. We first discuss the alarming rise in cargo theft…
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Loaded and Rolling EP149 Big data giving fleets big benefits with Velocitor Solutions
In today’s episode, Rudy Nemeth, VP of Sales at Velocitor Solutions joins us to talk about fleet telematics and how fleets are using the technology to improve…
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Check Call EP171 Breaking down cross-border trends in the market
In this episode, we break down trends happening in the cross border space between the U.S. and Mexico. Our guest, Jess Billedo, General Manager, Mexico at…
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Morning Minute | July 15, 2025
The US Postal Service has increased its rates for stamps and parcel service on an expedited timeline, a change highlighted in the article "USPS hikes parcel…
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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP861 TQL & CH Robinson Receive Split Decisions; ZEV’s and what really happened with CARB
On episode 861 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Kaylee Nix and Thomas Wasson take a look at some of the biggest decisions to come out of two courts last week. TQL and C.H…
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Morning Minute | July 14, 2025
Interact Analysis, have lowered their projected growth for the mobile robotics market by $800 million, citing shifts in the global supply chain. It also…
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Running on Ice EP150 The 150th episode
In this episode, we celebrate the 150th episode on Running on Ice. Our guest, Joel Wayment, VP/GM 3PL & Packaging Solutions at Cardinal Health, breaks down…
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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP860 Getting the FMCSA to actually do something about industry issues
On episode 860 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Kaylee Nix and Thomas Wasson get your Friday going. We ask “where in the world is Thomas Wasson?” FreightValidate CEO Dale…
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Fuller Speed Ahead EP90 Generation Grit Part 3: Vegas Gambles & Financial Fixes
Welcome back to Fuller Speed Ahead: Generation Grit! In this gripping third installment, Craig Fuller continues his conversation with his father, Max Fuller…
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Morning Minute | July 11, 2025
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Freightonomics EP221 2nd half outlook for 2025
Dr. Zac Rogers returns to give a mid-year update on how supply chains are responding to the ongoing trade war and what the LMI respondents expect for the rest…
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The Long Haul EP22 Freight Fraud Is Out of Control – How to Protect Your Authority Before It’s Too Late
In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Dale Prax—Marine Corps veteran, 30-year freight insider, and founder of FreightValidate—to expose the…
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Morning Minute | July 10, 2025
A significant legal setback for rail shippers dropped as a federal court has tossed out the Surface Transportation Board's (STB) 2024 reciprocal switching…
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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP859 FW Playbook, Staying ELP Compliant, and A Life Full of Orders
On episode 859 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Kaylee Nix and Adam Wingfield host the show. They start with an update on the world of small carriers, what is happening…
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Loaded and Rolling EP148 Redefining Fleet Efficiency: How Idle Smart Transforms Idle Reduction into a Strategic Advantage
In today’s episode, Jeff Lynch, founder and CEO of Idle Smart joins us to talk about how his company is revolutionizing idle management for heavy-duty fleets…
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Check Call EP170 The CDL Issue and its impact on the freight market
In this episode, we dive into the issues surrounding CDLs in the U.S. Our guest, Thomas Wasson, Enterprise trucking analyst at FreightWaves, breaks down what…
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Morning Minute | June 8, 2025
The Trump administration announced potential higher import tariffs starting August 1st, including 25% on Japan and South Korea, with threats against…
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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP858 Dr. Squatch’s soap supply chain; tariff deal deadline delay; capacity crunch?
On episode 858 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to the teams at Dr. Squatch and ShipMonk to learn how they’re cleaning up in the soap business. How does…
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Morning Minute | July 7, 2025
We begin with news of a Houthi attack on the Liberian-flagged bulk tanker, Magic Seas, in the Red Sea, marking the first such incident on commercial shipping…
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Fuller Speed Ahead EP89 Generation Grit Part 2: The 17-Year-Old Trucking Tycoon
Welcome back to Fuller Speed Ahead: Generation Grit! In Part 2 of our captivating interview, Craig Fuller continues his conversation with his father, Max…
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Bring It Home EP19 Financing critical mineral processing w/ Charles Yang
Charles Yang tells JP Hampstead about his contribution to the Techno-Industrial Playbook, which explains the levers that the government can pull to expand…
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The Long Haul EP21 Reefer Freight Is Shifting – How FreshX Is Unlocking LTL for Small Carriers
In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Clay and Nick from FreshX to talk about one of the biggest shifts happening in the freight market right…
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Morning Minute | July 3, 2025
Uncertainty surrounds U.S. and China trade relations as the July 9th tariff pause deadline approaches. President Donald Trump has announced an agreement for…
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Truck Tech EP107 Unpacking Autonomous Vehicle Regulations: What Fleets & Tech Companies Need to Know
Join Thomas Wasson on this episode of Truck Tech as he delves into the complex world of emerging autonomous vehicle (AV) regulations with expert Adam Raviv…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP857 Shell Starship 3.0 joins racing series; $275M for truck parking; driver pay down
On episode 857 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about a big draw down in driver wages and earnings. ATRI calls it, “The highest costs ever recorded by…
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The Daily | July 2, 20245
One of the largest food shipper bankruptcies in recent years involves Del Monte Foods filing for Chapter 11, impacting logistics providers like Uber Freight…
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Morning Minute | July 2, 2025
Del Monte Foods has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, marking one of the largest food shipper bankruptcies in recent years, with over $1 billion in liabilities…
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Loaded and Rolling EP147 Big data giving fleets big benefits with Velocitor Solutions
In today’s episode, Rudy Nemeth, VP of Sales at Velocitor Solutions joins us to talk about fleet telematics and how fleets are using the technology to improve…
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Check Call EP169 The move to automated appointments improving supply chains
In this episode, we dive into the world of appointment scheduling. Our guests, Prasad Gollapalli, CEO of Qued and Tom Curee, president of Qued break down how…
FreightCastsFreightWaves Editorial | Navigating Choppy Waters: Rate Plummets, Port Shifts, and Regulatory Shake-ups in Global Container Shipping
US maritime chief Sola steps down US maritime chief ‘not a big fan’ of ocean carriers’ ‘approach’ as agency reviews antitrust immunity In rare jump, New…
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Morning Minute | July 1, 2025
In this episode of the FreightWaves Morning Minute, we delve into the impact of stricter English language proficiency requirements on the U.S.-Mexico…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP856 ELP and non-domiciled CDL audit impact on brokers; another deadly wreck
On episode 856 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner discusses another tragic weekend truck accident. On Saturday, Alexis Osmani Gonzalez-Companioni reportedly fell…
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Morning Minute | June 30, 2025
On this episode of FreightWaves Morning Minute, we delve into the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) new initiatives, including a nationwide audit of…
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Fuller Speed Ahead EP89 Generational Grit Part 1: Clyde Fuller & The Dawn of Trucking
Step back in time to the formative years of the logistics industry! In this episode of “Fuller Speed Ahead,” host Craig Fuller sits down with his father, Max…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP855 DOT Secretary Duffy: Nationwide non-domiciled CDL audit; ELP enforcement
On episode 855 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. Duffy is here to announce a new pro-trucker package and…
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Running on Ice EP136 Fighting fraud in the cold chain
In this episode, we dive into why food and beverage freight is the top target for cargo theft and how to handle it. Our guest, Scott Cornell, Travelers’ Vice…
FreightCastsFreightWaves Editorial | FedEx's Q4 Performance and Strategic Flight Plan Ahead
Welcome to FreightWaves Editorial, your deep dive into the best articles we have to offer on freightwaves.com. Today, we're unpacking the latest financial…
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Morning Minute | June 27, 2025
FedEx's strategic Network 2.0 consolidation program, aims to close 30% of its U.S. package distribution facilities within two years. This initiative is already…
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Morning Minute | June 26, 2025
Saia obtained court approval to purchase three terminals from Yellow's bankruptcy in New York, California, and Florida. These assets, priced at $8.5 million…
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The Long Haul EP20 Smarter Loads, Stronger Margins – Carlos Otero on Fixing the Routing Problem in Trucking
This week on The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Carlos Otero, CEO of efRouting—a platform using real data to help small carriers stop bleeding money on poor…
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Truck Tech EP106 Beyond the Battery Cell: Unpacking Commercial EV Battery Tech with Proterra
Welcome to a special episode of Truck Tech where Thomas Wasson dives deep into the world of commercial vehicle batteries with Mabel Feng, Director of Product…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP854 Craig Fuller: ELP enforcement, trade wars, real wars, and freight feuds
On episode 854 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by FreightWaves’ CEO and Founder, Craig Fuller. English language proficiency enforcement begins today. How…
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The Daily | June 25, 2025
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is intensifying enforcement of English Language Proficiency (ELP) standards as of June 25, 2025, which could…
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Morning Minute | June 25, 2025
This episode of FreightWaves Morning Minute covers the ongoing debate in Congress regarding rail safety technology, with a House subcommittee hearing…
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Loaded and Rolling EP146
In today’s episode, Mike Precia, president and chief strategy officer at Fleetworthy joins us to talk about their recent acquisitions and how AI is shaking up…
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The Daily | June 24, 2025
FreightWaves honors the remarkable life and legacy of Fred Smith, the visionary founder who built FedEx into the world’s largest cargo airline. Learn how his…
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Check Call EP168 The Summer market update
In this episode, we dive into the summer freight market. Our guest, David Spencer, Vice President of Market Intelligence at Arrive Logistics, breaks down what…
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Morning Minute | June 24, 2025
FedEx's board of directors elected R. Brad Martin as chairman following the passing of founder Fred Smith, and a decision to reduce the board's size to 12…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP853 Will diesel prices go nuclear; electric vehicle ship fires; ENS sign awareness
On episode 853 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner discusses with FreightWaves’ oil expert, John Kingston, the impact of fuel costs following the U.S. bombing of Iran…