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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
FreightCastsCheck Call EP133 Cybersecurity and resilience for brokers
In this episode, we dive into the world of cyber security and protecting yourself against threats. Our guest Ben Barnes, Chief Information Officer at McLeod…
FreightCastsThe Stockout EP130 Improve yard efficiency with automation
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss the ILA strike and interview Amir Hoss, founder and CEO of EAIGLE. Follow The…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP766 Port strike ends; J.B. Hunt’s Shelley Simpson; University of Arkansas
On Episode 766 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the ILA port strike ending. Thursday afternoon a deal was reached that extended the ILA’s master…
FreightCastsRunning on Ice EP104 Powering the cold chain with sunlight
In this episode, we dive into the world of solar-powered TRU’s. Our guest, Rober Koelsch, CEO and Co-founder at AEM Green breaks down the new tech and its…
FreightCastsTaking The Hire Road EP175 Age Of Engagement: Using Meaningful Conversations To Propel Recruiting And Retention Success
There’s no way around it: Change is hard. Not just managing and navigating change in the myriad of ways it flies at us, but also actively trying to promote…
FreightCastsFreightonomics EP204 ILA strike impacts
Zach and Tony discuss the impacts of the ILA strike thus far and what it could mean as it progresses. Follow the Freightonomics Podcast Other FreightWaves…
FreightCastsTruck Tech EP75 Daimler envisions software-defined trucks for efficiency, driver comfort
Guest: Andreas Gorbach, Daimler Truck head of technology Topic: From the IAA Transportation show in Hannover, Germany, Daimler Truck Head of Technology Andreas…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP763 The perfect storms: Hurricane and port strikes
On Episode 763 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Kaylee Nix about the fallout from Hurricane Helene, which made landfall days before ports are set to…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP764 How logistics companies are helping with Helene recovery; ports strike tomorrow
On Episode 764 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Operation Airdrop’s Ryan Spellman about how they’re flying in aid to those impacted by Hurricane…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP765 Port strike Day 2; fighting forever FreightGuards; USA’s new largest truckstop
On Episode 765 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to What’s Going On With Shipping’s Sal Mercogliano about the ILA port strikes as they enter Day 2. With…
FreightCastsLoaded and Rolling EP114 Load tenders, why they’re important and why you should accept them with Matt Foster
In today’s episode Matt Foster, CEO of Freight Science joins us to look into load acceptance capabilities and how that impacts trucking operational efficiency…
FreightCastsCheck Call EP132 Carrier strategies and technology
In this episode, we dive into the world of developing a carrier strategy with a heavy tech influence. Our guest, Blair Blake VP of Carrier Strategy at Arrive…
FreightCastsILA strike – is a one week the bogey?
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss the ILA strike and interview Ara Ohanian, CEO of Netstock. Follow The…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP762 NASA’s Barge Pegasus: The massive rocket ferry
On episode 762 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by NASA’s Jason Dickerson to talk about the logistics of moving rockets. From barge to space, how does…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP761 Tariffs: This election’s political weapon; Think Train Week; warehousing report
On Episode 761 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about global trade and tariffs with OEC Group’s Erik Rosica. Rosica discusses how tariffs are the new…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP760 Trucker honored for 3M accident free miles; NTDAW roundup; OOIDA teams with TAT
On episode 760 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Covenant driver Don Lord and his son Jason. Combined, they’ve driven for over 5 million accident-free…
FreightCastsRunning on Ice EP103 Freshness elevated with Evigence
In this episode, we dive into the new technology behind freshness monitoring. Our guest Oria Malka, VP of sales at Evigence breaks down why date codes are out…
FreightCastsDecarbonizing the Cold Chain by Addressing Energy Intensity
Jason Massey, CEO of Ndustrial, an AI-powered energy intensity platform for the $60B industrial market, and FreightWaves group lead Brielle Jaekel will discuss…
FreightCastsClimate Policy Is All About Nuance
Kaylee Nix welcomes Andrew Wishnia, partner at EpicWorks Advisors and former DOT lawmaker, to the Net-Zero Carbon Summit to explain how laws like the…
FreightCastsFarm to TRU: The Evolution of Fossil-Free Fuel in Refrigeration Units
The move from diesel-dependent systems to zero-emission systems is a delicate balance. Paul Kroes, trailer innovation leader at Trane Technologies joins…
FreightCastsMisconceptions in EVs
Sami Khan, co-founder and CEO of Nevoya, the all-electric trucking company, talks with FreightWaves lead Brielle Jaekel to dispel myths around EVs. Join The…
FreightCastsFreightonomics EP202 The cost of appreciation
Zach and Tony bring on Ofelia Chernock to discuss driver appreciation week and the value of positive reinforcement and its impact on driver retention. Also the…
FreightCastsTaking The Hire Road EP174 Trucking’s Epidemic: PROJECT 61 with Jeremy Reymer
Jeremy Reymer, founder of PROJECT 61, joins Jeremy Reymer (yes, you read that right!), founder of DriverReach, to discuss his passion for addressing the…
FreightCastsThe Technology That Keeps Food Fresh While Lowering Emissions
In this fireside chat, Oria Malka, vice president of sales at Evigence talks about how they’re helping companies reduce their carbon footprint through food…
FreightCastsKeeping Cold: The Evolution of Solar TRUs
Keeping ice cream cold with the sun is now the way of the future as CEO and Co-founder of AEM, Robert Koelsch joins FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell to break down…
FreightCastsWhat Driving An Alternative Fuel Vehicle is Actually Like
AJ Savas delivers a look into driving an electric truck for oat milk producer, Oatly. He explains why he made the switch from diesel to an EV and why other…
FreightCastsTruck Tech EP73 Designing the all-new Volvo VNL from the ground up
Guest: Brian Balicki, head of design, Volvo Trucks North America Topic: Designers incorporated all the environments where a commercial truck travels for…
FreightCastsCost parity with diesel is a must for semi truck electrification to get in gear EP759 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On episode of 759 WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Net Zero Carbon Summit. At the event we’ll catch a preview of our new…
FreightCastsPairing Utility and Energy Management to Drive Sustainability
In this fireside chat, Sam Stockdale, senior vice president - head of Sustainability at Link Logistics, talks about their Energy Solutions via utility and…
FreightCastsKeynote: How Proper Refrigeration Can Cut Waste in the Food Supply Chain in Half
A recent study from the University of Michigan, which found that improved refrigeration could significantly reduce global food waste, potentially saving half…
FreightCastsLoaded and Rolling EP113 Stay Ahead of Fleet Risks: The Role of Proactive Safety Technology
In today’s episode Mark Davidson, Executive Vice President, Sales, EROAD and Marketing & Soumya Puri, Senior Product Manager & Chapter Lead at EROAD joins us…
FreightCastsCheck Call EP130 Fighting freight fraud with Truckstop
In this episode, we dive into strategies to help brokers avoid freight fraud. Our guest, Lisa Haubenstock, VP of product at Truckstop dives into some of the…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP758 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week cynicism; spot market sputters
On Episode 758 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is kicking off National Truck Driver Appreciation Week by checking in with the drivers and seeing why they’re so…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP757 Attorney breaks down $462M Wabash National verdict; cargo theft up 49% in H1
On Episode 757 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about Wabash National getting hit with a $462 million verdict in a trailer equipment case. Armchair…
FreightCastsRunning on Ice EP102 Powering the cold chain
In this episode, we dive into the world of batteries and how they power everything inside the cold chain. Our guest, Said Al-Hallaj, Chief Battery Scientists…
FreightCastsFreightonomics EP201 What, me worry?
Zach and Tony ask the question about what to be concerned about regarding the ILA strike and other potential supply chain disruptions. Follow the…
FreightCastsTaking The Hire Road EP173 A Behind the Wheel Perspective from NTTC Driver of the Year
Dave Powell, professional CDL truck driver with Usher Transport, and 2024 National Tank Truck Carriers’ Driver of the Year, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of…
FreightCastsTruck Tech EP72 $6 billion startup Applied Intuition develops tools for emergence of autonomy
Qasar Younis, co-founder and CEO and Peter Ludwig, co-founder and CTO, Applied Intuition Topic: Applied Intuition counts nearly every major automotive and…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP756 Over 160,000 CDL holders impacted by new law; NASCAR’s William Byron
On Episode 756 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to J.J. Keller’s Kathy Close about changes to your CDL and the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. With over…
FreightCastsLoaded and Rolling EP112 Cybersecurity, how to do it, where to learn more about it with Joe Ohr
In today’s episode Joe Ohr, Chief Operating Officer at the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) joins us to talk about cybersecurity trends in…
FreightCastsCheck Call EP129 The unsung heroes of the supply chain – Pallets
In this episode, we dive into the world of pallet sourcing and when a freight broker or 3PL will need to utilize the resource. Our guest, Kevin Kull, senior…
FreightCastsTruck Tech EP71 X15N natural gas engine delivers diesel-like performance
For this episode of Making the switch, we visited the Cummins Jamestown, New York engine plant where the X15N natural gas engine is built. Plant manager Shawn…
FreightCastsThe Stockout EP129 De minimis exemption – are its days numbered?
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss e-commerce and the de minimis exemption, growth in snacking, the freight…
FreightCastsRunning on Ice EP101 Cross-border cold chain
In this episode, we dive into the world of cross-border perishable cargo. Our guest, Jordan Dewart, president of Redwood Mexico breaks down the different…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP755 Truckers honored with NASCAR experience at Relay Payments Haul of Fame
On episode 755 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you live from Relay Payments HQ in Atlanta to celebrate the 2024 Haul of Fame winners. Truck drivers…
FreightCastsTaking The Hire Road EP172 Automate The Automations With AI From Leoforce
James Winfrey, VP of Partnerships and Alliances with Leoforce, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach, to discuss the ongoing evolution of HR / recruiting…
FreightCastsFreightonomics EP200 Everything in moderation
Zach and Tony bring on Dr. Zac Rogers, co-author of the Logistics Managers’ Index, to discuss the latest LMI reading and what appears to be a slight moderating…
FreightCastsTruck Tech EP70 Why commercial trucking electrification needs more than a turnkey solution
Guest: Scott Davidson, CEO, Revolv Topic: There is so much more involved in electrifying commercial fleets than buying trucks and chargers. Companies like…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP754 Pilot’s $25K truck driver appreciation contest; fall freight market breakdown
On episode 754 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is back from Labor Day with FreightWaves’ Kyle Taylor to break down the post-holiday freight market. Was Labor Day a…
FreightCastsLoaded and Rolling EP111 Choosing the right TMS with Doug Schrier
In today’s episode Doug Schrier, VP of Growth & Special Projects at McLeod joins us to talk about what fleets need to consider when choosing the right TMS from…
FreightCastsCheck Call EP128 West Coast contingency plans for shippers
In this episode, we dive into the world of West Coast port issues and international shipping. Our guest, Paul Brashier, vp of global supply chain at ITS…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP753 How Costco leveraged its supply chain to become 3rd largest retailer on Earth
On episode 753 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by supply chain super consultant Brittain Ladd to talk about how Costco leveraged its supply chain to…
FreightCastsRunning on Ice EP100 The evolution of cold storage
In this episode, we break down the advancements of cold storage over the past 50 years and the post-covid changes. Our guest, Charles Betts, national sales…
FreightCastsFreightonomics EP199 Ongoing challenges
In this insightful episode, Freightwaves' Zach Strickland and Tony Mulvey dive deep into the current state of the freight market as we head into the Labor Day…
FreightCastsTaking The Hire Road EP171 The Importance of Data in Navigating Today’s Market with Leah Shaver
Leah Shaver, President and CEO of National Transportation Institute (NTI), and regular guest host of Taking the Hire Road, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP752 The logistic of death
On episode 752 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by Titan Casket CEO Scott Ginsberg. He’s here to show off the company’s revolutionary new casket and to…
FreightCastsTruck Tech EP69 Behind the scenes at Cummins' engine plant in Jamestown, New York
Guest: Shawn Hricko, plant manager, Cummins Jamestown Engine Plant Topic: As Cummins moves to build a variety of fuel-agnostic engines, the focus is on the 1…
FreightCastsLoaded and Rolling EP110 Reducing Towable Accidents: Ex-Guard’s Biggest Hits with Adam Roorda
In today’s episode Adam Roorda, Head of Marketing at Ex-Guard joins us to talk about ways fleets can reduce towable accidents and showcase videos where the…
FreightCastsCheck Call EP127 Keeping it 100 percent retention
In this episode, we dive into the unique success A. Duie Pyle’s brokerage has with 100% employee retention. Our guest, Craig Lough director of strategic…
FreightCastsWHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP751 Rail strike decision “disastrous”; Trooper Ben’s rules of the road; freight magic
On episode 751 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about the Canadian government's order for striking union workers to get back on the job. That trains may…