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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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How to turn your truck into an instant hybrid EP472 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are joined at the desk by Covenant’s vice president of sustainability and innovation, Matt McLelland. What are large and…
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Extreme Weather and Transportation EP44 Net-Zero Carbon
Danny Gomez and Francisco Alvarez, Lead Data Scientist at Convoy talk about the increase in extreme weather and how that impacts transportation. Fransisco…
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Should Recruiters Pull Back in This Freight Economy? EP71 Taking The Hire Road
On today’s episode guest host Leah Shaver, President & CEO of the National Transportation Institute, chats with Avery Vise, Vice President of Trucking for FTR…
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A turnaround coming in diesel? EP125 Drilling Deep
On this week's opening oil market discussion, podcast host John Kingston looks at the diesel market that has fallen a long way but has some fundamental…
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How JAXPORT and the Jaguars Shaped the City of Jacksonville EP65 Cyberly
Have you ever wondered how a city gets a port? What about how a city gets an NFL team? In honor of the first Jaguars player to be inducted into the Hall of…
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It’s starting to smell real 2019ish EP114 Freightonomics
Anthony is joined by guest feature Tony Mulvey for a double dose of Econ and analysis with Dr. Zac Rogers. Port X Logistics is your easy button for your…
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Rachel Premack: From courtesy clerk at a grocery store to FreightWaves Editorial Director EP08 Back The Truck Up
BTU welcomes Rachel Premack, Editorial Director of Freightwaves, to talk about being one of NYC's first freight journalists and why she hates big ships Sign up…
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Is Detroit In a Bull Run? EP52 #WithSONAR
On today's episode of #WithSONAR, Luke Falasca and Tony Mulvey will discuss the continued downward pressure in flatbed and van tender rejections and what this…
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Back to school, back to school EP47 Point of Sale
Grace breaks down back to school shopping trends and invites David Lynch, vice president of growth at WARP, to break down the problems with middle mile…
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We need to talk about truck parking EP471 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the truck parking shortage in the United States of America. With one spot for every 11 drivers and the…
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Changing the EV world with cheaper, safe batteries EP58 Transmission
When Mukesh Chatter helped start Alsym Energy, his mission was to make a battery that was safer and cost less than today’s lithium-ion batteries. Seven years…
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Automation means accessible and attractive jobs EP120 Great Quarter, Gals
Kaylee Nix and Grace Sharkey break down how industrial automation is crucial to expanding the workforce and making for diverse labor talents on this episode of…
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Cartonization and how big disruptions are coming to small packages EP25 Loaded and Rolling
In today’s episode, we look at how cartonization plays a huge role in supply chain optimization, and how freight costs and packaging impacts shipping companies…
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A sustainable balance EP37 Check Call
FreightWaves Mary O’Connell and John Rattay from Redwood Logistics, dive into why shippers aren’t getting what they want from their logistics service provider…
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How shippers want to be approached EP135 Put That Coffee Down
Kevin welcomes Jim Bierfeldt, the founder and president of Logistics Marketing Advisors. Jim conducts a survey every two years that’s all about the approach…
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Drones in the backyard EP02 The Drop Zone
After breaking down drone deliveries in some of the most remote regions in the world last month, we're keeping things closer to home. In this episode, hear…
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Consumers alter CPG shopping behavior EP45 The Stockout
This episode of The Stockout is brought to you by RJW Logistics Group Port X Logistics is your easy button for your drayage, transload, and trucking needs for…
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Supply chain surcharge EP470 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about consumers getting whacked with “supply chain surcharges.” Inflation isn’t just for menu and retail…
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The State of Sustainably in Transportation EP43 Net-Zero Carbon
Danny Gomez talks to sustainability thought leader, Lynn Lyon of US Gain about what is happening in transportation to address emission reductions. Lynn talks…
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Gravity EP26 The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics
Petere Miner Founder & CEO of CoLoadX shares her story of following in the footsteps of true groundbreakers and why the world needs more. Listen to her…
FreightCastsThe Supreme Court is supremely out of touch: AB-5 EP07 Running On Ice
On this episode of Running on Ice, Jonathon Swart from BlueGrace Logistics gets into the Supreme Court’s AB-5 law and what that means for reefer contracted…
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CubeSat’s rideshare to space featuring NASA EP469 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
Problem: You want to study space but that rocket ship in your barn has about as much lift to it as The Dude delivering a jumping high five. Solution? Space…
FreightCastsHow Freight Tech Treats Digital Marketing EP64 Cyberly
In our previous episodes, we’ve covered the digital marketing tactics for the nation’s top 3PLs and carriers—but what about the freight tech space? Freight…
FreightCastsTurning Driving Jobs into Destination Careers at Walmart EP70 Taking The Hire Road
On today’s episode guest host Leah Shaver, President & CEO of the National Transportation Institute, chats with Erin Bergman, Senior Manager Of Supply Chain…
FreightCastsTiming is everything EP113 Freightonomics
Zach and Anthony discuss the recent interest rate hikes and why they have not curbed inflation thus far. With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks…
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Trucker independence with NJ port driver Richie Resek EP07 Back The Truck Up
BTU Podcast welcomes Richie Resek, better known to the world as @NjPier, to talk about what makes a truck driver truly independent. Sign up for the Back The…
FreightCastsWhich Carriers Benefit in a Down Market? EP52 #WithSONAR
On today's episode of #WithSONAR, Luke Falasca and Tony Mulvey will discuss the downward pressure in the Flatbed market and what this means for housing starts…
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How ShipBob is empowering its retailers through market turbulence EP46 Point of Sale
In this episode, Grace breaks down recent retail headlines and what the news means for the future of retail technology. She also invites the co-founder of…
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Has Nikola turned a corner? EP468 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the state of EVs in trucking and whether Nikola can turn its business around. FreightWaves Detroit…
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America is already building heavy-duty EVs EP57 Transmission
There are 52 heavy-duty vehicle assembly plants in the U.S., and 42 of them are already producing electric trucks or have plans to do so by 2025. Third Way’s…
FreightCastsTrain Trouble and Trucking Impact with Mike Baudendistel EP24 Loaded and Rolling
In today’s episode, we look at rail labor negotiations and its potential impact on trucking. With many large trucking companies providing rail cars for various…
FreightCastsThe Dog Days of Summer with Thomas Wasson EP36 Check Call
FreightWaves Mary O’Connell and Thomas Wasson sit down to breakdown enterprise carrier structure, the impacts of AB5, and a July Market update. With fully…
FreightCastsSelling through mass media Part 2 EP134 Put That Coffee Down
Kevin welcomes FreightWaves’ own superstar producer Bill Priestley on the show to discuss the best approach you can take to be invited on FreightWavesTV, along…
FreightCastsThe Most Interesting Man in Logistics EP25 The Bootstrapper's Guide to Logistics
Captain John Konrad - Founder and CEO of gCaptain, the world’s largest source of maritime news, shares how being able to connect with people from all walks of…
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All-star drivers honored by CPC Logistics at NASCAR race EP467 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the need for speed to honor drivers. CPC Logistics President Butch Wallis tell us all about CPC’s and…
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Small shipper vs mega broker EP466 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to a small shipper that lost over $13,000 on a shipment of flowers that it said was due to broker…
FreightCastsHow the top 3PLs treat digital marketing EP63 Cyberly
On last week’s show we talked about the digital marketing strategies for the top carriers in the US–so this week we’re doing the same for 3PLs. By looking at…
FreightCastsMarketing Mix to Attract The Right Drivers EP69 Taking The Hire Road
Wendy Bartz, VP of Customer Experience for DriverReach, chats with Jeremy May, Vice President Of Client Services for Ramsey Mediaworks. Remember you can submit…
FreightCastsWe aren’t surprised EP112 Freightonomics
Zach and Anthony discuss why carriers are surprising Wall Street with their Q2 earning reports. With fully furnished state-of-the-art repair trucks and a full…
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CTA's Chris Shimoda discusses the continuing battle against AB5, port protests, EPA2010 motor rules EP06 Back The Truck Up
SuperTrucker and Rooster have a conversation with CTA's Chris Shimoda, VP of Government Affairs, going over their continuing battle against AB5, the conversion…
FreightCastsAre Contract Rates About to Nose Dive? EP51 #WithSONAR
On today's episode of #WithSONAR, Luke Falasca and Tony Mulvey will be joined by special guest and CFO of Emerge, Brad Blomstrom to discuss why we didn't see…
FreightCastsWho’s powering DoorDash? EP45 Point of Sale
In a new segment, “Who’s powering who?”, Grace breaks down DoorDash’s strategic partnerships that have led to the company to grab 60% of market share…
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Boston’s and Baltimore’s big investments in their ports pay off EP465 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to two Northeast ports about their growth and expansion. Conley Terminal has nearly completed $850 million…
FreightCastsUsing Connected Car “Data For Good” With Wejo EP56 Transmission
Connected vehicles mean lots of information flowing through the network. Wejo wants to collect and use all of this information to make driving easier and safer…
FreightCastsLeveraging partnerships in a DE&I strategy EP119 Great Quarter, Gals
The Gals discuss the equity gap in venture capital investments and welcome Grace Maher, chief operating officer at rebranded OTR Solutions to discuss her…
FreightCastsThe evolution of predictive maintenance with Norm Thomas EP23 Loaded and Rolling
In today’s episode, Norm Thomas, a business consultant for fleets at Uptake, joins us to discuss how fleet maintenance has evolved over the years, best…
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Selling in a down market with Scott Schara EP35 Check Call
FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell sits down with Scott Schara, Chief Commercial Officer and President of 3PL Services At BlueGrace Logistics to talk about selling…
FreightCastsSelling through mass media EP133 Put That Coffee Down
Kevin welcomes FreightWaves’ own superstar producer Bill Priestley on the show to discuss the best approach you can take to be invited on FreightWavesTV, along…
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Looming dread of labor disputes across logistics EP464 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to trucker David Alvarado about labor disputes at the ports, rails and with truckers. How close are we to…
FreightCastsIs Flock Freight doing something original? Tell us what you think EP29 MadGaines LIVE
Justin Turner, CRO at Flock Freight, joins Cassandra Gaines to provide an insider view of the company's business, target market, and technology. Justin is a…
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Cold packaging for ever link of the chain EP06 Running On Ice
The co-founders of Thermal Custom Packaging join the show and explain just how much the cold chain packaging world has changed in the last few years. With…
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AB5 protests rage on, AI contract negotiators and driver onboarding EP463 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to an AB5 protest organizer to find out the meaning behind the movement and how long they plan to raise…
FreightCastsSustainable Supply Chain Infrastructure and Building with ESG Focus EP42 Net-Zero Carbon
Danny Gomez, Managing Director at FreightWaves, and Sam Stockdale, Head of ESG and Sustainably at Link Logistics, sit down to discuss how the buildings that…
FreightCastsHow the Top Carriers Treat Digital Marketing EP62 Cyberly
There are plenty of logistics data points that industry folks love to analyze but why are there so few data points when it comes to freight marketing? Well, in…
FreightCastsBringing out the best in your drivers through next-gen dash cams EP68 Taking The Hire Road
In this episode of Taking the Hire Road, Netradyne’s Danny Korrs, Director of Product Marketing, addresses how to make driver recruitment, hiring and retention…
FreightCastsHow port and rail congestion is still inhibiting supply chain fluidity EP111 Freightonomics
Zach and Anthony bring on Dr. Zac Rogers to talk about the continued congestion issues surrounding ports and the rails. With fully furnished state-of-the-art…
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Problems at the ports EP05 Back The Truck Up
On this week's BTU Podcast, Rooster and Justin welcome Sal Mercogliano, Maritime Historian and Professor at Campbell University. The guys talk about Sal’s…
FreightCastsHow Logiwa is powering e-commerce growth EP44 Point of Sale
Grace discusses consumers' new daily habit — e-commerce purchases. She also invites the founder and CEO of e-commerce fulfillment platform Logiwa to talk about…
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SoCal truckers protest AB5 EP462 WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about drivers organizing to protest the AB5 ruling at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach on Wednesday…
FreightCastsLooking at labor and making big changes EP118 Great Quarter, Gals
Kaylee Nix looks at the latest reports of labor priorities in the trucking industry and welcomes Steph Stagger from 3GTMS to the show With fully furnished…