WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about why intermodal is such a dumpster fire. Steadfast Warehousing’s Martin Otero fills us in on the challenges intermodal and drayage operators are facing in the spring of ‘22. With another nuclear verdict in the news, we’re diving deeper on the subject with Mark Schedler, senior transport management editor at J. J. Keller & Associates Inc. Memelords take Macedonia. Freight Caviar’s Paul Bernard-Jaroslawski and Boris Panov of Superior Dispatch Services talk about logistics in Europe and making the freight world laugh. CRST Dedicated Services trucker and musician Damon Hatcherson plays it forward with a new song and tells us what he’s seeing out on the road. Plus, Karen vs. Trucker; school bus close calls; nuggets take a dip on the highway; lawn on the run after stealing mower and Crimson Tide sign; more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack breaks down the latest from SONAR and Bank of America. John Luciani, COO of LTL solutions at A. Duie Pyle, talks about how its division got awarded a platinum regional LTL carrier designation by Echo Global Logistics. What does it take to meet the LTL market’s needs in ‘22? We’ll find out. Robert Kaferle, director of safety at Reliance Partners, dives deep on the true cost of poor SMS scores. Andrei Unc, a freight broker at Varstar Alliance, discusses the new agent model and brokers working remote. Back The Truck Up’s James “Rooster” Bowen and Justin Martin go around the horn and bring us the latest in trending trucking stories, including Marvin Keller Trucking filing Chapter 11, life on the road, proper strapping, life inside a brokerage, and the case of the missing Peterbilt. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about their test ride in a Nikola Tre. The controversial company is facing an uphill battle but with their newest vehicle in town, the guys had to go check it out. Plus, Dooner is back from Austin with his initial impressions of Hyliion’s Hypertruck ERX. Carl Bentzel, Commissioner at Federal Maritime Commission gets us up-to-speed on the Maritime Transportation Data Initiative. What puts carriers at risk for nuclear verdicts and how can you mitigate that risk? Mike Precia, CEO & President at Fleetworthy Solutions has some advice. Is in-cab camera tech helping or hurting drivers? Adam Kahn, President at Netradyne talks about how their data is used. Is the path of least resistance towards sustainability simply using diesel? Nick Roemer, CMO at Cibus21 shares how his company is on a burning mission drastically reduce diesel truck emissions. Plus, trucker’s shutdown freeway over rates; cargo theft up 18% at Mexican border; woman falls into outhouse retrieving cell phone and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude speak with FreightWaves founder and CEO Craig Fuller about the collapsing spot market and why he thinks a trucking bloodbath is imminent. Also, what will China lockdowns mean for the ports this summer? Most electric trucks are designed in Silicon Valley by engineers who haven’t worked behind the wheel or under the hood. Edison Motors was started by truckers, for truckers. Chace Barber, CEO at Edison Motors, tells us all about their new electric truck. cThe Port of Boston is big-ship ready and is expanding calls. We’ll hear the latest from Lauren Gleason, deputy port director, business development at Massachusetts Port Authority. Can we achieve our goals of sustainability without collaborations? Sheldon Mydat, CEO at Suppeco, doesn’t think so and will tell us why. Back The Truck Up’s Rooster and Justin Martin got the beat on UPS vs USPS, the British Truck Racing Association, and should drivers be able to smoke weed off duty? Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Watch on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the hottest topic in freight: truck fires. Learn how to prevent, mitigate and insure against this burning issue. Adam Holloway, Fire Investigator at Travelers Investigative Services fills us in. Trucking influencer Pamela Robinson of The New Drivers Advocate talks about her charity, Sunshine for Truckers; building a brand behind the wheel; and turning TikTok into influencer cash. Plus, it was an Easter miracle — the Ever Forward was resurrected. What Evergreen vessel will ground next? Georgia’s governor declares a supply chain state of emergency; the town of Broadus saves truckers; and flooding in South Africa. Our next supply chain struggle is electric batteries. And Lucky Charms are recalled. Visit our sponsor Visit Back The Truck Up Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to the brand new Back The Truck Up team. Diver / content creators Ingrid Brown, James “Rooster” Bowen and Justin Martin join the show to talk about what they’re bringing to the new site. What is Back The Truck Up? BTU is a freight culture site by truckers and industry veterans covering the latest news, players and viral trends of the industry with blogs, podcasts and videos. Truckin’ Tik Toker John Sullivan shows up to talk about how he’s delivering his unique sense of humor to drivers. We’ll learn some tips on how to build your brand on the platform. Keona D. Carter, Chief Executive Officer The Eleventh Hour Logistics talks about the hiring and freight markets. Jonathan Kramer, SD Employee Owner, CSMI Hartford gives us a driver’s perspective on the road, partnerships, and the trucking market. Visit our sponsor Visit Back The Truck Up Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are coming to you live from FreightWaves Enterprise Fleet Summit. They’re covering the collapsing spot market; geometry of geo fences; how tech is enabling large fleets; the power of location analytics; and becoming a broker of choice. Plus, a rest stop review of Beyond Meat jerky. With special guests Dennis Cooke, President and CEO at Transforce; Jay Gustafson, EVP of Brokerage Operations at Echo; Bob Chappuis, GM of Carrier Operations at Uber Freight; Rishi Mehra, Director of Operations & Strategy at Trimble MAPS. Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about XPO’s Brad Jacobs and Avril Lavigne making freight memes come true; the state of inflation and an original song about it; Tive’s series B; and the importance of meeting drivers at their level. Plus, more economists cosign on the freight downturn; Shanghai port runs out of reefer space; truck driver coercion complaints on record pace; parcel surcharges incoming; sword canes outgoing; Pink Floyd found; road rage; and more. With special guests Joe Weisenthal, host and editor at Odd Lots/Bloomberg; Krenar Komoni, CEO and founder at Tive; and Dave Ables, CEO at Three Sons Investments. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to trucker Sadaya Morris about her trip to the White House talk on trucking. We’ll find out how drivers are working within the system to get their voices heard. Plus, get ready for the truth behind LTL pricing; how to ship your conference and event goods; Loadsmith and TuSimple partner up; how to accelerate your sales funnel; and this week’s good and bad news. With special guests Sadaya Morris, owner of Pink Transportation; Curtis Garrett, vice president of pricing and carrier relations at Recon Logistics; Brett Suma, CEO at Loadsmith; Dan Deigan, owner of High-Performance Logistics Sales; and Rob Bussey, national account manager at BWS Logistics. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are hitting on the home goods supply chain; unusual freight; what the data is saying about demand; more logistics groups banding together to support Ukraine; mental health; and the latest in news and markets. With special guests Chad Carleton, COO at Everything Kitchens; Jagan Reddy, co-founder of Semicab; Steven Tittle, owner-operator at Gateway OT; and Frazer Kinsley, co-founder at Kinsley Partners. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about freight’s biggest challenges in Q2. They’ll look at international shipping, the ports, trucking, as well as the conflict in Ukraine. Benjamin Gordon, managing partner and CEO at Cambridge Capital and BGSA, talks about creating a coalition of logistics companies to aid Ukraine. Sanne Manders, COO at Flexport, talks about the global freight market and what Flexport is seeing in its data as well as its support of Ukraine. Ivan Hernandez, owner at Vets2Trucking, talks about supporting veteran drivers and shares his perspective on the market. Plus, businesses that are rude to drivers; dashcam video highlights driving safe in poor conditions, and using a chocolate bunny as a weapon. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to truckers who are using social media to build their own brands and make bank with side hustles. With the market loosening, there’s no better time than now to get a handle on your finances while creating new revenue streams. We’ll hear from Tik Toker Clarissa Rankin, whose videos have received more than 32 million likes. Chris Lee is using his experience behind the wheel to help drivers get their financial playbook in order. BruceAllmiighty offers drivers advice on getting paid in and out of the cab. Michael Johnson, executive VP of strategy at Redwood Logistics, shares why Rating API is essential to succeed in today’s market. Plus, why FreightWaves’ founder thinks a freight recession is imminent; truckers react to the Werner waiver; warehouse space will remain tight; a truck with two passengers and two dogs gets lucky on an overpass; in memory of Jack Schitt; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Ross Kennedy about Cold War 2.0, the state of global supply chains, and the potential collapse of the trucking market. Phil Hyland and Steven Bedford of Steam Logistics stop by the studio to talk about how entertainment logistics works. We’ll learn all about how the biggest bands and events in the world keep the show on the road. Bob Bortner, mid-Atlantic territory manager at IMI Products, saves you some scratch at the pumps with his fuel-saving strategies. David Ross, chief strategy officer at Ascent, paints a picture about the ever-changing role of 3PLs, West Coast labor issue and trade with Mexico. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude Oare talking to ice road trucker, Jason Kraft. We’ll learn all about the perils of the business and what makes ice road trucking cool. Johnny Araiza, vice president of cross-border and Mexico operations at Dunavant, talks about increasing opportunities for cross-border trade with Mexico. Kevin Clonch, group director of customer logistics at Ryder, talks about brokerages trending toward becoming asset-light. He’ll weigh the advantages of operating non-asset, asset-light and asset-based brokerages. Robert Kaferle, director of safety at Reliance Partners, discusses the value a client gets from working with a retail agency that has its own safety program. Plus, why trucking is in for another bloodbath; driver recruitment wars rage at MATS; drivers at MATS rank truck parking as the top industry challenge; North Korea’s insane new video; and times when you feel like Chris Rock at the Oscars. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to NASA’s Abdiel Santos-Galindo about the wet dress rehearsal of the Artemis 1 and NASA’s Space Launch System, which is the most powerful rocket it’s ever built. Brian Bourke, chief growth officer at Seko Logistics, talks about how his company is working with Project C.U.R.E. to send support to Ukraine. Jill Rice, partner at Port X Logistics, discusses women in leadership in logistics. Tom Fogarty, CEO at Bestpass, smites toll citations. Plus, a Highway Angel saves a pair from burning to death in a car; when protesting rocks; and how truckers adjust to office life. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Convoy founder and CXO Grant Goodell about his trucking trip to MATS. What did he learn about the life of a driver while sitting shotgun in a rig? We’ll find out. Matt Legg, VP of growth and strategy at Ox, talks about building a FreightTech company aimed at automating e-commerce logistics. Jessica Cardinale, director of operations at Brilliant Logistics LLC, talks about the importance of building relationships with drivers. Jonathan Wildman, vice president of sales at Acuitive Solutions, tells us why you need to audit your freight bills. Plus, tornadoes slam Texas and NOLA, what’s up in the market and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about volumes, rejections, rates and trends in the trucking market. They’ll break down the latest data in SONAR. East Coast ports are getting slammed as shippers shift cargo from the West Coast; what does that mean for you? And Google enters the FreightTech scene. Mason George, president at IMC Companies, talks about creative solutions to port congestion such as SmartStacks, dedicated trains and more. Scott Cornell, national practice lead for transportation and a crime and theft specialist at Travelers, shares the latest on cargo theft trends. Angela Mancuso, executive vice president of global human resources at AIT Worldwide Logistics, talks about the latest recruiting trends and tips. Brett Suma, chief executive officer at Loadsmith, breaks down brand building and the freight market. Plus, Trevor Milton’s trial gets a new date; the most magical truck on Earth; a runaway truck narrowly avoids disaster; science discovers the most boring person on Earth; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the raging inferno at a Walmart DC; a trucker who killed his co-driver; and another Evergreen vessel runs aground. Latham Woodward, founder and CEO of Sense Distribution and Shoogies, talks about the logistics of lighting up the cannabis retail market. Marcus Cooksey, CEO at Duke.ai, is partnering with educational institutions to recruit underrepresented women and minorities and then place them through its software development apprenticeship program. Dan Johnston, co-founder and CEO of WorkStep, shares the latest trends on hiring, retention and recruiting in supply chain. Daniel Powell, CEO of Optimal Dynamics, talks about scaling a FreightTech startup. Plus, a girl is kidnapped by a trucker using Oculus Rift. why your Doritos are experiencing shrinkflation and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are coming to you live from FreightWaves’ 3PL Summit. They’ll hit on the hottest topics and issues 3PLs are contending with in ‘22. With special guests: Anthony Sutardja, CEO at Parade, on helping brokers reuse carriers and find hidden capacity. Dennis Cooke, president and CEO at Transforce, on new technology matching carrier jobs with drivers. Mustafa Azizi, founder and CEO at Zuum, on digitizing traditional freight brokers. Haley Evans, SVP of broker services at TriumphPay, looks at challenges brokers face as they look to revamp their systems. Prasad Gollapalli, CEO at Trucker Tools, on why carrier relationship platforms are the glue that holds your network together. Ron Richardson, chief revenue officer at Turvo, on the critical limitations of last-generation TMS. Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Chris Oliver, CMO at Trucker Path, about the best rest stops in America. Sergey Bort, vice president of marketing and strategy at GP Transco, shares how trucking and logistics professionals are sending support to war-torn Ukraine. Cameron Ramsdell, COO at Emerge, discusses running efficiently in this market. Trey Griggs, founder and CEO at BETA Consulting Group, talks about his upcoming Tough Mudder Charity event. Plus, Shenzhen goes on lockdown; Pilot Flying J to spend $1 billion in rest stop upgrades; Tom Brady’s “final” TD pass sells for $518,000 the day before he unretires; FreightWaves Radio returns; and why you need to attend The Future of Supply Chain. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about how one logistics company is using the DOD SkillBridge program to hire veterans; the logistics behind a veteran-themed coffee experience; and a veteran owned print design shop for freight companies. With special guests Michael Klemmer, CEO of Aerial Resupply Coffee; Matt Perkins, co-owner of Business to Business Logistics; and Eric Cerda, marketing manager at Liberty Custom Printing. Plus, sanctions against Russia hit supply chains; how logistics leaders can aid Ukraine; government sets sights on steamship lines; helping shorter drivers see over the wheel and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the latest supply chain impacts from the Ukrainian conflict; what war means for CHB; can autonomous fleets run 20 hours a day; Uber Freight’s unique take on driver shortages; and trucking companies partner on driver health. With special guests Bill Driegert, head of operations and co-founder at Uber Freight; Tom Kroswek, vice president of strategy and business development at Locomation; Dr. Mark Manera, founder of The Trucking Fitness Co.; and Matt Haffner, vice president of customs brokerage at OEC Group. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Oleg Yanchyk, co-founder and CIO, Sleek Technologies about the global impacts of the Ukrainian conflict. Ami Daniel, Co-Founder and CEO at Windward looks towards their data to help us understand and predict how the war will disrupt ocean shipping. John Calloway, President at LogEx talks about the conflict’s impact on brokers. We also get into the growing allure the power only market. We’ll also learn about how an “Ice Cream Alliance” is providing 97% on-time performance scores. Elizabeth Simpkins, Regional Underwriting Officer, Inland Marine Transportation at Travelers knows what food shippers need to know about insurance. Plus, Elon Musk sends Starlink terminals to Ukraine; sanctions hit Russia; DOT considers oral drug testing; driver survives crash into the Charles River. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to NASA about the logistics of closed-loop life support systems and how they’ll be essential to the deep space supply chain. Founded in 1868, the Florida Harbor Pilots Association comprises 11 member associations that represent nearly 100 highly skilled and highly trained harbor pilots that serve each of Florida’s 14 deepwater ports. We’ll learn all about how they support the maritime industry. Plus, the war in Ukraine and should The People’s Convoy stop the tires? With special guests Justine Richardson, physical scientist for closed-loop life support systems at NASA’s Ames Research Center; and Laura DiBella, executive director at Florida Harbor Pilots Association. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about FreightVana’s One Tree Planted program where the company plants one tree per load handled; how usage-based truck insurance works; the missing factor in your factoring; opportunities at J.B. Hunt; a live performance; the new DOT Office of Freight; and the maritime data initiative. With special guests Shannon Breen, co-CEO and founder at FreightVana; Graham Gonzales, director, strategic accounts at Reliance Partners; Britton Wesson, sales development at J.B. Hunt Transport Services; Lauren Beagen, principal and founder at Squall Strategies; and Tim Valdez, SVP and Factor Leader at TriumphPay Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are getting into deep water with ocean freight. What’s the state of global freight and why are experts saying we won’t see any relief this year? Lori Ann LaRocco, CNBC Sr. Editor of Guests and Maritime Trade Columnist for FreightWaves covers the latest on mounting congestion at ports in Asia plus the hard truth about our trade deficit. Sal Mercogliano, Ph.D., Maritime Historian at Campbell University discusses the situation at U.S. ports, the conditions seafarers face, and what’s happening with the Felicity Ace. Caitlin Murphy, Founder and CEO at Global Gateway Logistics shares her perspective on how these challenges are impacting brokers, forwarders and shippers. Guillermo Garcia, cofounder and CEO at SmartHop talks about how a blockbuster ‘21 has the company building a new HQ in Miami. Robert Patterson, senior driver trainer at Dayton Freight Lines has come up with a clever 3D printed solution for flickering trailer lights. Plus, a tribute to sailors; The People’s Convoy publishes protest route; rat infestation at Family Dollar distribution center; and the Thai food that got people high. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are coming to you live from day 5 at Global Supply Chain Week. Darren Epps, sr. director advanced vehicle technology at Ryder System joins the show to get us plugged in to EV technology. We can’t talk about EVs without talking about charging? Which comes first? Nate Shutes, host of The Bootstrappers Guide to Logistics talks about entrepreneurship in freight. John Kingston, editor at large at FreightWaves talks about pain at the pump, what a Russia/Ukraine conflict means for oil, and the future of fuels. Plus, congestion mounts at Port of Charleston, Port of Los Angeles adds container storage, trucking wants a seat at the table for EV talks and what’s Coke’s new beverage taste like? Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are coming to you live from CPG day at Global Supply Chain Week. Doug Waggoner, CEO at Echo is talking tech and the freight outlook for ‘22. Jordan Lawrence, Director, Logistics Strategy & Head of the Flexe Institute at Flexe discusses logistics capacity constraints. Are they here to stay? Christopher Thornycroft, Senior VP of Carrier Operations at Redwood Logistics helps us navigate our way through the capacity maze. David Stone, Senior Director Transportation Management at Ryder System talks about automated pricing. Is it all hype? Christian Lee, CFO at Transfix discusses record earnings and advancing sustainability. Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are coming to you live from day one of Global Supply Chain Week. John Echeverria, Senior Manager Global Logistics at Wayfair talks about using your supply chain as a competitive advantage, meeting customer demands in times of high disruption, and the challenge of reverse logistics. Emmanuel Carrillo, CEO at Talon Logistics focuses on the driver’s mental state in people-centric organizations. Greg Tuthill, CCO at SeaCube Containers shares how well managed reefer containers can minimize failure. Bob Goldenberg, VP Global Business Development at Crowley on the utilization of a blended services model to connect supply chains. Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the "People’s Convoy." Is it really headed to the Super Bowl? We investigate. We’re buzzing about bees as we learn the ins and outs of the logistics behind truckin’ bees with Andrew Fisher, manager and beekeeper at Royalty Honey Bees LLC. We take a look at some of the greatest truck pics in the business as we explore the art of truck photography with Nick Souza, president at Nick Souza Photography. Erica Reiss, National Accounts Manager and Adam Knight, Creative Director at First Gear, Inc. show off the die-cast truckmaker’s tribute to MATS. Plus, good news/bad news about ocean plastics and turning your Cybertruck into a boat. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to the other Port of Vancouver. Alex Strogen, chief commercial officer at Port of Vancouver USA, loads us up with everything we need to know about the farthest inland deepwater port on the Columbia River. Jens Peder Kristensen, founder and CEO of Denmark-based TinyMobileRobots, the global leader in fully autonomous GPS line-marking robots, tells us how his unique little bots are keeping trucks in the fast lane. John Brewer, director of distribution and logistics at CKE Restaurants Inc., orders up a Super Star Value Meal-sized serving of fast food logistics and trucking songs. Plus, a Tesla on autopilot slams into a police cruiser; retailers are checking out trucking companies; a trade deal gets an F; relief at SoCal ports; a snowplow driver goes rogue; Freedom Convoy protesters and Ottawa police battle over jerry cans; a swan befriends a postman; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are bringing you the first-ever freight meme world championship. FreightCaviar’s Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski takes on Superior Dispatch Services’ Boris Panov. Joining them at the judges table is TrophySmack founder Matt Walsh. Who will survive and what will be left of them? Meme’s the word. Eric Riggs and Matt Beach stop by the studio to get Dooner to try out Big Rigg’s Beard Tamer. Armchair Attorney Matthew Leffler talks about liabilities truckers face when participating in convoys and protests. Plus, will teenage truckers usher in an era of super nuclear verdicts? Plus, Flexport announces a $935 million series E with a strategic investment from Shopify; more trucker convoys roll into Canadian cities protesting vaccine mandates; the vaccine mandate has varied impacts on Mexico cross-border trucking; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude meet the author of a new children’s book that celebrates the people who make deliveries happen. Sean Freedman, author of “Heroes Behind the Wheel” and president at Freightzy, talks about the importance of teaching kids the value of logistics. Joe Stefani, president of Amazon e-commerce shop Desert Cactus, tells us how to survive as an Amazon seller in ‘22. Ian Weiland, intermodal account manager at Junction Collaborative Transport, gets us up to date on what’s going on in drayage. Is it still a dumpster fire? Plus, how not to turn a motorcycle into a semi; Boston Dynamics robots get ready for Super Bowl; Platform Science raises $115 million; the Senate introduces an ocean shipping reform bill; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to trucker Brian Brase about the Freedom Convoy and whether a similar protest is headed to the U.S. He shares what the plans are for the Convoy to DC 2022 event. EXO Freight CEO and co-founder Kurtis Tryber shares his story behind building the marketplace for open-deck shippers. Matthew Vega-Sanz, CEO at LULA Trucking, decided to join the trucking industry after hearing about the overpricing of insurance through his father and brother, who are owner-operators. His company has created a pay-per-day insurance model that allows truckers to save on insurance by only paying for days when the truck is actually in use. Guillermo Mayol, CEO at FR8 Company, has created an app for truck drivers and trucking companies to use as a time stamp at the ports, rail terminals and now at any location where they may have a wait time. We’ll learn all about it. Cameron Robertson, CEO and president at 3PL Systems Inc., discusses the process and technology behind automating a load. Plus, time loops and more on this Groundhog Day edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the Freedom Convoy 2022 protest at the Canadian capital. How did things go and what will this mean for cross-border trucking? We ask FleetOps CEO Chris Atkinson. Fillogic co-founders Bill Thayer, the CEO, and Rob Caucci, the president, talk about building their company as well as retail trends. Kevin Clonch, group director of customer logistics at Ryder System, discusses why his company retains talent with culture, not noncompetes. Vaughn Moore, president and CEO at AIT Worldwide Logistics, delivers broader trends in capacity and the economy. And Troy Ryley, president at Redwood Mexico, talks about the benefits of sourcing from Mexico. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the 400th episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner and The Dude are talking to NASA about space tacos, growing peppers that are out of this world, deep space logistics and the interstellar food supply chain. They’re joined by Oscar Monje, Research Scientist - Air Revitalization Lab - APH Science Team - Space Crop Production Team at the Kennedy Space Center. Aaron Graft, CEO at Triumph Bancorp, Inc. and Mike Mangino, CTO, at TriumphPay share what it's like building the payments network for the trucking industry. Mark Schedler, Senior Transport Management Editor with J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. talks about the power of predictive analytics. Jason Gillespie, Senior Director of Continuous Improvement and Innovation at DHL Supply Chain discusses the state of autonomous tech in ‘22 and where DHL is headed with it. Plus, good news bad news involving close calls, taking a snowmobile to Freedom Convoy 2022, and are Calendly links controversial? Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about drugs. Do truckers really prefer cocaine? Andrew King, research analyst at OOIDA, shares his report. Sanchoy Das, professor at the New Jersey Institute of Technology, takes an academic look at the supply chain crisis and fast fulfillment. Trucker Kellylynn McLaughlin discusses the importance of driver ambassadors. Omar Singh, founder and president at Surge Transportation, debates the merits of noncompetes vs. nonsolicits. Plus, GoFundMe freezes over CA$5m until organizers of Canada trucker convoy detail spending plan; Iowa trucking owner sentenced in $1.4M payroll tax scheme; Port of Savannah overcomes ‘serious headwinds’ to land cargo record; Port of Charleston congested; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the Freedom Convoy protest over cross-border vaccine mandates. “Armchair Attorney” Matthew Leffler talks about 18-year-olds the law behind noncompetes. Daniel Theobald, founder and CIO at Vecna Robotics, joins the show to discuss five key themes for logistics robotics in ’22. Craig Leinauer, inland marine claim manager at Travelers, clears up misconceptions about liability and reefer freight. Plus, California’s governor is committed to prosecuting UP smash-and-grab cargo criminals; FMCSA plans to cut carrier highway safety fees by 27%; a logistics analyst makes the cubicle a mountain retreat; DHL saves lions; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Port X Logistics founder Brian Kempisty about the state of the supply chain in the U.S. and who is responsible for fixing it. We’ll learn about the issues that are still making for a contentious relationship between the ports and the dray community. Toot toot, watch for trains. Rachel Maleh, executive director at Operation Lifesaver Inc., is here with the latest on railroad safety as they celebrate 50 years of spreading awareness. Matt Leuck, technical manager at Neste Renewable Road Transportation, Americas, discusses the advantages of renewable diesel over hydrogen, electric and traditional fossil fuels. The Dude and John Brewer team up for the perfect supply chain song. Plus, the U.S. will close borders to unvaccinated Canadian and Mexican truckers on Saturday; big-box warehouse lease activity set a record in 2021; a look at whether the Postal Service can deliver on at-home COVID tests; shipping container home costs skyrocket; sausage attached to a drone saves a dog; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are coming to you live from the FreightWaves Sales & Marketing virtual event. On the show you’ll learn how to accelerate your social media growth with Launch House’s Toby Howell. Your video has gone viral on TikTok, now what? Hawke Media’s Erik Huberman teaches us how to convert a hit video into paying customers. Outreach.io’s Brooke Bachesta reminds us that tools amplify your sales process, not replace it. We’ll find out what you should be using in ‘22. Are NFTs and the metaverse the next frontier? We’ll find out from ORE-System's Nick Donarski. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to John D. Reiser, EVP of global supply chain at The Cannon Group, about his predictions for the supply chain in 2022. Will the beatings continue until morale improves or is relief in sight? Locomation’s bold claims about its autonomous trucks are now backed by climate science. Glynn Spangenberg, chief commercial officer at Locomation, tells us all about that and its autonomous relay network. Did you know the 3G network shutdown taking place this year will affect millions of commercial transportation and logistics devices? This includes asset-tracking devices, electronic logging devices, advanced driver assistance systems, material handling telematics devices and more. Deryk Powell, president at Velociti Inc., gets us up to date on everything you need to know. Matt Leuck, technical manager at Neste Renewable Road Transportation Americas, shares three ways you could be saving money on fuel. Plus, Buttigieg vows to fight container-rate inflation; the state of fulfillment is a mixed bag for retailers; truckers are using cocaine more than marijuana, a study finds; truckload spot rates hit a new all-time high; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to port trucker Sadaya Morris about the driver experience at the Port of New York and New Jersey. She shares the struggles truckers face at the terminals and what her group aims to do about it. Veteran driver Sharon Sheeley shares horror stories from the dirty job of truck recoveries. The Dude breaks down the latest freight data trending in SONAR. Recent studies show Americans are unhappier now than in the last 50 years, and this number is only growing with pandemic worries and other challenges. Pamela Gail Johnson, founder of the Society of Happy People, is here to help us turn that frown around. Plus, truckload rate increases have done little to improve carrier reliability; the new year brings a new all-time high for shipping’s epic traffic jam; FreightWaves Ratings unveils the Top 500 for-hire list; small carriers kicked out of the Port of Oakland; an Uber rider trapped in the I-95 storm traffic slammed with a $600 bill; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Rolling Strong president and creator Steve Kane about his journey from driver to Ironman. Find out how he got on this highway to health and how you can meet your new year’s resolution to turn your body into Tony Stark’s Mark 1 Ironman suit. Our highlight on health doesn’t end there. Julie Dillon, Health & Wellness Manager at St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund joins us to talk about putting the brakes on diabetes. Their diabetes Prevention program kicks off Jan 10th and we’ll learn how you can get involved. Aaron Terrazas, Director, Economic Research at Convoy Inc takes us through their latest freight insights report. We’ll find out just how important both freight data and a driver’s time are becoming. Vipul Shah, Chief Product Officer at NEXT Trucking talks about the drive for increased collaboration between federal agencies and the private stakeholders at the port. Is it a good thing? Plus, electric truck production cutting in line ahead of diesel orders; truck driver killed hauling a load of steel sheet piles; feds fast-tracking controversial trucker pilot program; new bathroom bill aims to give drivers relief; the cat came back and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are kicking off the first WTT of ’22 by entering the fiery gates of dwell hell. Dwell time not only costs trucking companies an estimated $3 billion a year, it also reduces both capacity and driver satisfaction. They’re joined by C3 Solutions Chief Revenue Officer Greg Braun to hammer down on the issue. Clarisa Lindenmeyer Chief of Staff and Chief Brand Officer at Gig Wage, is simplifying the payroll system for truck drivers and other 1099 employees with its fintech platform. We’ll find out what the future of payroll may look like for independent drivers. Braden Pastalaniec, VP of transportation and logistics at Uptake, talks about how predictive maintenance is more important than ever as parts shortages loom. Fabricio Bezerra, market development manager of renewable road transportation at Neste US, gets us up to speed on renewable diesel and biodiesel and how this plays into a fleet’s sustainability goals. Plus, good deeds during the I-95 gridlock in Virginia; Walmart to hire 3,000 drivers in a major expansion of its home delivery services; warehouse and transportation capacity is tight with retailers potentially over-ordering; Lineage Logistics snags another $1.7 billion in equity investment; and more. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are celebrating the season on the most festive WHAT THE TRUCK?!? of the year. We’re bringing cheer, songs, presents and knowledge from across the freight universe. We’re joined by special guests Craig Fuller, founder and CEO at FreightWaves; Jett McCandless, founder and CEO at project44; Jose Soccoro of Central States Manufacturing; Salvatore Mercogliano, Ph.D., Chair, Department of History Criminal Justice and Political Science at Campbell University; Jackson Stanley, Logistics Advisor at Bridge Logistics, Inc. Have a very merry Christmas and a happy New Year! We’ll be back January 5th 2022! Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Domestic Supply Chain Summit. At the event we’re talking about disruptions, solutions and outlooks for ’22. With very special guests: Steven Leonard, chief sales and customer engagement officer at ArcBest; David Stone, senior director of freight brokerage at Ryder; Adam Compain, SVP of product marketing at project44; Glenn Jones, GVP of product strategy at Blume Global; and Sam Lurye, CEO at Kargo. Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the Central Freight Lines shutdown. After 96 years the carrier has called it quits. We’ll look into what that means for its customers and we’ll share job opportunities for its displaced workers. John Brewer, director of distribution and logistics at CKE Restaurants Inc., is serving up fast food logistics and tells us how Hardee’s/Carl’s Jr. keeps drivers fed this holiday season. Brian Runnels, vice president of safety at Reliance Partners, shares his thoughts on who is going to get the good drivers available in 2022. Keith Beckman, SVP of strategy and business development for shipper services at TriumphPay, wants to speed up your back office. Michael Beelar, VP of supply chain and logistics at Innovecs, explains what Ukraine means to Western supply chains. Ryan Pamplin, director at Taimen Transport LLC, drops in at the studio. Plus, Love’s delivers meal kits to military families; the Postal Service needs help with Operation Santa; investing in Lego is more lucrative than gold; and should you get your landlord a Christmas gift? Visit our sponsor Check this out if you were with CFL and are looking for a job Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are calling the hogs! We’re highlighting Arkansas as a supply chain hub and how the Razorbacks and J.B. Hunt are making this area the epicenter of freight. We’re joined by David Dobrzykowski, Director, Master of Science program in Supply Chain Management and students Kasey Grovey, Olivia Kellstrom, and Robert Cooperescue from the University of Arkansas Walton College Supply Chain Management Department as well as Shelley Simpson, chief commercial officer and EVP of people and HR at J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. With a surprise appearance from Brian Fugate and sign-maker Luke. Ingrid Brown joins us to announce her new FreightWavesTV show and podcast “America on 18 Wheels” and talks about the business of hauling wreaths. Trent Broberg, CEO at Acertus discusses inventory availability, the Infrastructure Bill and what it means for automotive logistics and EVs. Plus, good news bad news concerning parking, tips, foul-mouthed crows and vicious otters. Visit our sponsor Get tickets to The Future of Supply Chain live event in Arkansas Check out the University of Arkansas program Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about the art of capturing container ships on film with photographer Nick Souza. We’ll learn how he gets such amazing pics of these beasts of the ocean. Looking for the perfect gift for the freight lover in your family? He’ll tell us how to get prints of your favorite shots. Mason George, President at IMC National Accounts discusses the dramatic increase in detention and demurrage fees. He also introduces us to peel piles and how they could help with port congestion. FreightWaves’ Grace Sharkey shares what’s good in the freight world and what’s going on at the point of sale. Plus, ocean shipping lobby grilled on carrier profits; cargo theft up as thieves take advantage of increased shipments; US won’t ban killer robots and more. Get photo prints from Nick Souza Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During the Great Resignation, companies have faced 40% worker turnover, yet trucking faces 90%-plus driver turnover every single year On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Maven Machines’ Rachel Firestone about the real reasons behind the perceived driver shortage. Find out how quality-of-life concerns, a lack of parking and excessive wait times push truckers out of the industry and keep new drivers from entering. Three generations of Charles Gracey are in charge at Hot Seat Services for this bloodlines segment. They’re joining us to talk about the influence of family in freight while giving advice on hiring and retaining drivers. The Dude shows us what’s on the radar in SONAR, including TEU throughput, wait times, rates and a look at TRAC. Kinsley Partners’ Frazer Kinsley talks about the importance of partnerships in unwinding the supply chain crisis. Plus, 96 container ships are waiting to berth at SoCal ports; the inability to produce pushes Class 8 orders to the lowest November in 26 years; truckers get a $7,800 COVID-19 vaccine bonus at a Canadian carrier; the Lego Titanic is one-third of the way to port; and you won’t believe what happened on a Delta flight. Visit our sponsor Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices