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Ep 223FreightTech Power Hour

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about the state of FreightTech in 2020. Two dynamite leaders will get us up-to-date on what’s new and investable as we’re joined by Tracy Black from NewRoad Capital Partners and Tim Gagnon of C.H. Robinson’s Robinson Labs. Plus, Bad News / Good News concerning driver pay increases, Ring’s Always Home Cam, black licorice, LinkedIn Stories, and the Sony Playstation / Microsoft XBox console wars. They’re joined by special guests Tracy Black, Operating Partner, NewRoad Capital, Board of Directors Emerge, Board of Directors Platform Science; Tim Gagnon, head of Robinson Labs and vice president of analytics and data science at C.H. Robinson; Steven Root, Senior Manager, Loyalty, Pilot Flying J Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 25, 202059 min

Ep 222Nikola: Gravity of allegations

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude look into the fallout from Trevor Milton leaving Nikola, talk to TikToking truckers about social media becoming part of their business, and find out if small carriers are worth saving. They’re joined by special guests Tom Whaley, President, Level One Technologies; Omar Qazi, @WholeMarsBlog; Wayne Cragg, Trucker; Trucker Beetle Bailey, Trucker; Alan Adler, Detroit Bureau Chief, FreightWaves Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 21, 202059 min

Ep 221We are the robots

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about Sarcos warehouse robot exo suits, a bankruptcy that has left truckers holding the bag and women heroes of the road. We also go inside cargo insurance and find out how to get retweeted by The Rock. Plus, Bad News/Goods News concerning Nikola’s next move, an out-of-control truck in a school zone and Playstation 5 preorders. They’re joined by special guests Kristi Martindale, chief marketing officer and chief customer officer for Sarcos Robotics; OTR trucker Susie Deridder; Eric Cornelius of Traveloko; and Craig Leinauer, claim manager for Inland Marine at Travelers Insurance. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 18, 202059 min

Ep 220Day 2 LIVE from Global Trade Tech featuring Anheuser-Busch, Port of Long Beach, more

Dooner and The Dude are live from Global Trade Tech Day 2 and they're talking about global supply chain sustainability, do-it-yourself projects propping up freight, how to go from minor league baseball to fixing the communication gap, and how the Port of Long Beach has reacted to COVID. With guests Angie Slaughter, VP of Sustainability, Logistics, SVC & Capabilities Procurement, Anheuser-Busch InBev, North America; "Mr Supply Chain" Daniel Stanton; Dr. Noel Hacegaba, Deputy Executive Director, Port of Long Beach; Andrew Berger, VP Global Sales, FrontApp Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 17, 202047 min

Ep 219LIVE from Global Trade Tech Day 1

Dooner and The Dude are coming to you live from Global Trade Tech where they're talking to David Arsenault, adviser to Blume CEO, Blume Global; George Lorenze, VP of business development, TriumphPay; Doug Schrier, VP of product and innovation, Transflo; and Kendra Phillips, CTO, Ryder System. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 16, 202047 min

Ep 218Driver Appreciation Week kickoff

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude kick off National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, dive into Nikola’s short seller rebuttal, have a Global Trade Tech preview, talk about Amazon’s holiday hiring spree, XPO talks the tech behind XPO Connect, Tropical Storm Sally, and one widow searches for answers in trucker’s “senseless” murder. They’re joined by special guests Yoav Amiel, Vice President, Freight Brokerage Technology, XPO; Adam Wingfield, Managing Director at Innovative Logistics Group LLC Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 14, 202059 min

Ep 217The future is now with J.B. Hunt's Shelley Simpson

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking to J.B. Hunt’s Shelley Simpson about advancing opportunities for women in supply chain, their all-electric truck pilot program with Walmart, and 9/11. Alan Adler breaks down the Hindenburg Research report on Nikola Motor Co.; how valid is the short seller's scathing screed? And how one owner-operator is using mackonomics in his quest for 10+ mpg. Plus, SONAR-powered data and freight flows, and news regarding the strong pricing power for carriers carrying on, more drug busts at the border, Tesla’s Battery Day, Peloton’s big gains, wind toppling trucks, and the return of the NFL. They’re joined by special guests Shelley Simpson, EVP, chief commercial officer, president, highway services at J.B. Hunt Transport Inc; Jamie Hagen, owner-operator, Hell Bent Xpress LLC.; and Alan Adler, Detroit bureau chief, FreightWaves. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 11, 202059 min

Ep 216Women moving America

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking to women who are moving america. From University classroom to the cabs of big rigs, a whole new generation of leaders is emerging in the supply chain. Plus, SONAR-powered data and freight flows, trucking industry adds jobs, Prime vs Prime, and Bad News/Good News concerning safe driver week, Taco Bell’s mexican pizza, and Disney’s Mulan. With music from The Haraway Brothers. They’re joined by special guests Lisa Ellram, University Distinguished Professor, Miami University; WIll Haraway, founder, Lead Coverage; Ingrid Brown, Owner/Operator, Rollin’ B; Kalissa Carver, “Big Rig Barbie” Miami fight song c/o Miami University and Nationally recognized A capella group, Open Fifth #PlayItForward Artist Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 4, 20201h 2m

Ep 215Back to trucking school

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are going back to school...trucking school that is. They talk about outbound tender volumes reaching new heights, how that freight surge could hamper storm recovery efforts, learn the art of starting a trucking company and dispatch, hear about life on the road from the most stylish driver on 18-wheels, and find out how potential MPG could be a game changer for fuel efficiency. They’re joined by special guests Alix Burton, fleet owner, Good Energy Worldwide; Freight Bambino, trucker; Alan Farnsworth, CEO, Vnomics Corp. And, this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning a railway poaching $48.9 million settlement, Russian hackers trying to infiltrate Tesla, cold storage for COVID-19 vaccines, Amazon judging the tone of your voice, and the passing of Chadwick Boseman. Access SONAR for free Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 31, 20201h 0m

Ep 214The circular economy

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about the aftermath of Hurricane Laura, how to gain free access to SONAR, the scorching trucking market, how robots are helping ecommerce shippers keep pace, the circular economy, and TriumphPay going more mobile than ever. Plus, Bad New / Good News concerning a pistachio heist in trucking, one drivers leap of faith, and why you may have trouble finding a PS5 this holiday season. They’re joined by special guests Lior Elazary, CEO and founder, inVia; Sheri Hinish, founder, Supply Chain Revolution; Mac Pinkerton, President of North American Surface Transportation (NAST), and Mike Neill, Chief Technology Officer, C.H. Robinson; Mitch Hixon, Vice President of Business Development, TriumphPay . Access SONAR for free Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 28, 202059 min

Ep 213Two storms spell double trouble

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about an unprecedented pair of storms that could spell double trouble for freight, Tenstreet’s partnership with Truckers Against Trafficking, a widow of a murdered trucker who is still seeking answers, and the logistics of logistics. They’re joined by special guests Marilyn Surber, Advisory Team, Tenstreet LLC; Joe Lynch, The Logistics of Logistics; Jeremy Thone, Marketing Manager, 3PL Systems; Nick Austin, Director of Weather Analytics/Senior Meteorologist at FreightWaves. And, Emily Szink, with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning USPS proposed House bill, used truck sales, ransomware attacks, DoorDash adding grocery delivery, and WWE SummerSlam. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 24, 20201h 0m

Ep 212Shining a light on human trafficking in trucking

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On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking with Truckers Against Trafficking as they shine a light on the human trafficking epidemic, Clinch24 talks the state of freight in Africa, Nick Roemer on sustainability and Optimus Prime, and Joe Spisak and Grant Guinane tell us who their ShipDaddy is as they #PlayItForward. Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of why the fright bull won’t stop, truckers seek $1.8B from ocean carriers for alleged chassis overcharges, and Amazon cracks down on shippers. They’re joined by special guests Kylla Lanier, Deputy Director at Truckers Against Trafficking; Gugulethu Hughes, Chief Growth Officer at Clinch24; Joe Spisak + Grant Guinane of ShipDaddy; Nick Roemer, CEO at verj.id; Craig Fuller, founder and CEO at FreightWaves; Vice President, Product Marketing SONAR at FreightWaves Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 21, 20201h 22m

Ep 211Set 2 LIVE from Carrier Summit: Driver pulse, high dimensional AI, possums

From Carrier Summit, Dooner and The Dude are talking about democratized data, getting the pulse on drivers, high dimensional AI, and possums.They’re joined by Glenn Jones, Global VP Products and Marketing, Blume Global; Marilyn Surber, Transportation Advisor, Tenstreet; Daniel Powell, President/CEO, Optimal Dynamics. Register to win the Peloton and more Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 20, 202046 min

Ep 210LIVE from Carrier Summit: Driver issues, diversity, data, and more

On this first set we’re going to cover insurance, nuclear verdicts, predictive analytics and proper data allocation, in addition we’ll talk about the issues that drive our people including driver fatigue, safety, inclusion, and diversity. With guests: Chad Eichelberger, President, Reliance Partners; Siamak Azmoudeh, VP of PLM and Business Development, SkyBitz; Anthony N. Petite, Chief Executive Officer, Founder TruckPark, Inc.; Pierre Laguerre, CEO, Fleeting Pro Register to win the Peloton and more Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 19, 202047 min

Ep 209Carrier Summit pregame show

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking all about FreightWaves upcoming virtual conference, Carrier Summit. They’ll breakdown the key issues, speakers, and sessions while giving you a playbook on what to expect from this industry defining day-and-a-half event. Also, find out how you can register to win a Peloton, WHAT THE TRUCK?!? shirts, and other prizes from FreightWaves newly launched swag store. They’re joined by special guest, Mitch Luciano, President/CEO at Trailer Bridge Inc. Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market as we dive deeper into where rates and volumes will be headed this week. Register to win the Peloton and more Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 17, 202030 min

Ep 208Do warehouse robots dream of electric sheep?

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about SVT Robotics warehouse integration, the good and bad of e-commerce for Amazon and USPS, TK7 Products push towards green initiatives, how to talk to Millennials in trucking, FreightWaves new swag store and what’s On The Radar in SONAR. Plus, Bad News/Good News concerning your next HQ, trucker sentiment, and one woman’s drivers license. They’re joined by special guests TJ Fanning, VP of Growth at SVT Robotics; Andy Hedrick, co-founder TK7 Products Location: Oklahoma City, OK; Aaron Dunn, Director of Sales and Marketing at PDQ America; Adam Robinson, VP Product Marketing, SONAR at FreightWaves Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 14, 202058 min

Ep 207Solving the AI equation in trucking

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about the challenges AI faces in trucking, freight’s Mount Rushmore, cargo theft, USPS woes, and why dock wait times may be going down even as volumes increase. They’re joined by special guests, Scott Cornell, Crime and Transportation Business Lead and Crime and Theft Specialist, Travelers Insurance; Warren Powell, Co-founder, Optimal Dynamics; and Brian Lips, Owner/Operator, Crete Carrier Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market as we dive deeper into where rates and volumes will be headed this week. We round it out with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning Amazon taking over Sears locations, the high cost of holiday shipping, PAM’s finances, an unhappy birthday for Celadon COO, what not to do in a bear attack and more. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 10, 202059 min

Ep 206WHAT THE CHUCK?!?

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about how 6 River Systems acquisition by Shopify is advancing end-to-end e-commerce automation solutions, the power of digitization and network for freight during COVID, the state of trucking from a driver’s perspective, and we’ll play it forward with a country music and trucking sensation. Plus, Nikola earnings, OOIDA’s play for detention pay, trucking adds jobs, top trucking songs, will Mulan be the next Trolls: World Tour, and more. They’re joined by special guests Greg Walls, Director of sales at 6 River Systems; Ryan Schreiber, Director of engagement at CarrierDirect; Taylor Barker, Owner/Operator at Heniff Transportation; Adam Robinson, Vice President of Product Marketing, SONAR. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 7, 20201h 1m

Ep 205Florida man hangs on hood of rig

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about a shocking incident in Florida where a man is caught on camera clinging to the hood of an ABF truck, how LTL freight works, XPO’s digital and diversity initiatives, and this week in news. They’re joined by special guests - Lou Amo, President, Freight Brokerage and Expedite at XPO; Jill Clifford, President at Aborn & Co.; Jeff Boswell, Recruiter at Universal Capacity Solutions at Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market as we dive deeper into where rates and volumes will be headed this week. Emily Szink rounds us out with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning soaring freight volumes, FreightWaves’ partnership with EKA, Lord & Taylor, Oreo’s, and the fate of sports this fall. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 3, 202059 min

Ep 204RoboFreight: Rise of warehouse automation

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about the rise of warehouse automation and why it’s a leading space for innovation, how BCB Transport is helping drivers in the time of COVID, a trucker shares their story of finding lost money at a rest stop, and we have an orchestral #PlayItForward. Plus, news on Amazon setting a new record for shipping costs, prosecutors push for prison time for former Uber exec, and SwissPorts PPP problem. They’re joined by special guests Vince Martinelli, Head of Product and Marketing at RightHand Robotic; Rick Larkin, President at BCB Transport; Jake Semba, Consulting summer analyst, CarrierDirect; and trucker Sharla Grimm. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 31, 202059 min

Ep 203TQL struggles with worker safety while others issue new mask mandates

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about companies going in different directions on COVID safety protocols, is it Christmas in July for truckers, the outlook for air freight, and logistics marketing tips. They’re joined by special guests - Blythe Brumleve, Owner at Digital Dispatch; Bryan Schreiber, Manager of Air Cargo Business Development at Columbus Regional Airport Authority; Zachary Ramirez, Director of Sales and Marketing at Ally Logistics. Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market as we dive deeper into where rates and volumes will be headed this week. And, Emily Szink, with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning trucker mental health, Freightliner recalls, border drug busts, Amazon coming to Chattanooga area, Taylor Swift’s Folklore and more. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 27, 20201h 2m

Ep 202How to get a deal on Shark Tank

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about FreightWaves’ $37M funding raise, how to pitch on Shark Tank, tips on talking to shippers, freight coaching, and the viability of blockchain in transportation. They’re joined by special guests - Craig Fuller, CEO and founder at FreightWaves; Tom Burden, CEO and founder at Grypmat; Paul Stippich, traffic manager at TipTop Poultry; The Freight Coach Chris Jolly; and Bruno Silva, software engineer at BasicBlock Also, Good News Bad News concerning MLB’s Opening Day and Taylor Swift’s midnight release. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 24, 202059 min

Ep 201Set 2: LIVE from the 3PL Summit

Live from FreightWaves 3PL Summit set 2 with special guests Johnny McCord, CEO and Founder, Loadsure, Hope White, CEO, H.D. White Logistics , Haley Evans, VP of Sales, TriumphPay. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 202031 min

Ep 200Set 1: LIVE from the 3PL Summit

It's episode 200 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Live from FreightWaves 3PL Summit set 1 : Josh Main, Strategic Alliances at Truckstop.com; Russ Felker, CTO at GlobalTranz; Prasad Gollapalli, CEO & Founder at Trucker Tools; Garrett Wolfe, Vice President Of Product Management at TriumphPay. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 22, 202044 min

Ep 199Rise of education in transportation

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about the rise of education in transportation, driver safety, moving freight for films, second quarter challenges due to COVID and race, we #PlayItForward with an original song, and we pregame before FreightWaves’ next virtual event, the 3PL Summit. They’re joined by special guests - Mitch Luciano, President and CEO, Trailer Bridge; Brendan Dawson, Founder & CEO AccidentPlan; Susan Soccolich & Matthew Camden Virginia Tech Transportation Institute Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market as we dive deeper into where rates and volumes will be headed this week. And, Emily Szink, with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning Nikola stock, whistle blowers, burnt cookies and more. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 20, 202059 min

Ep 198Have your freight and eat it too

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about scorching summer freight volumes, Redwood’s latest push to connect digital platforms, carrier/shipper pricing strategy, electric fleets, #PlayItForward with a new trucking tune, and wonder what the world of freight would be like were everything made of cake. They’re joined by special guests - Eric Rempel, Chief Innovation Officer for Redwood Logistics; Curtis Garrett, VP of Pricing and Carrier Relations, Recon Logistics; Tim Reeser CEO and Julie Johnson, Enterprise Business Development at Lightning Systems. Also, Good News Bad News concerning trucker pet beauty pageants and hot vehicles. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 17, 202030 min

Ep 197AI, human trafficking, and border busts

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about human trafficking in trucking charges, AI and the supply chain, another border bust, the price of poor insurance coverage, and Forward’s addition of LTL services. They’re joined by special guests - Scott Cornell, Transportation Lead and Crime and Theft Specialist at Travelers Insurance; Chris Torrence, VP of Strategic Ops at Optimal Dynamics; and Dave Southworth, COO at Mauka Logistics Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market as we dive deeper into where rates and volumes will be headed this week. And, Emily Szink, with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning XPO using data to keep workers safe, United Airlines’ deep cuts, Tesla’s big tax break, Washington’s new NFL name, more. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 13, 202058 min

Ep 196Autonomous Now

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about the state of autonomous trucking, Pilot Flying J’s 7th Annual Road Warrior Contest, Adam Robinson’s next freight project, Ricki Eric plays it forward, and this week in freight news and data. They’re joined by special guests - Steven Root, Senior Manager - Loyalty, Pilot Flying J; Krystian Gebis, Founder @ Autobon AI; Ricki Erik and Michelle DeFronzo President at ImEx Cargo; Adam Robinson, Vice President, Product Marketing SONAR at FreightWaves Also, Good News Bad News concerning venomous snakes, containers lost at sea, and marijuana border busts. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 10, 20201h 0m

Ep 195Tesla vs Nikola vs Hyllion

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude have a SONAR powered breakdown of a soaring freight market, review the expanding electric semi landscape, and talk about the PPP extension. They’re joined by special guests - Thomas Healy, Founder and CEO at Hyliion; Kevin Jessop, Marketing Manager at Cerasis; and Alan Adler, Detroit Bureau Chief at FreightWaves. Also, Emily Szink, with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning insurance, Coca-Cola cutting reefer jobs, big gains in trucking employment, Hamilton on Disney+, and is competitive eating a sin? Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 6, 202059 min

Ep 194Square roots, V’s, W’s and L’s in freight recovery

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about what trucking executives have to say about economic recovery in the freight market, Nikola’s Badger vs Tesla’s CyberTruck, building a culture through M&A, the TQL class action suit, and using freight media platforms responsibly. They’re joined by special guests - Mitch Luciano, President and CEO, Trailer Bridge; Lance Healey, Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer, Banyan Technology; Nathan Lewis, Owner/Operator; Joel Wituka, Founder, OTR Consulting LLC Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 29, 202059 min

Ep 193Air, bass, beer, and fast food logistics

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking all about the logistics that drive companies like Anheuser-Busch InBev, CKE Restaurants (Carl’s Jr./Hardee’s). Plus, this week in freight markets, California’s first electric truck mandate, and PPP loan Ponzi schemes. They’re joined by special guests - Angie Slaughter, VP, Sustainability, Logistics, SVC & Capabilities Procurement at Anheuser-Busch InBev, North America; John Brewer, Director of Distribution and Logistics at CKE Restaurants, Inc.; And, Good News Bad News concerning spilled meat, Amazon’s counterfeit solution, and Segway. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 26, 202058 min

Ep 192Scarface of the high seas

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude have a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market, they dive into the latest Cass report, talk about trucking’s heros, and crack the case of the containerized cocaine. They’re joined by special guests - Scott Cornell, Crime and Transportation Business Lead and Crime and Theft Specialist, Travelers Insurance; David Aschenbrand, Director, Business Development, Eastern US, Lineage Logistics; Greg Miller, Senior Editor, FreightWaves And, Emily Szink, with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning FedEx $370M loss, COVID-19 worker’s comp, PPP transparency, and could owning a cat hurt your chances at dating? Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Visit our sponsor Listen to our #PlayItForward artist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 22, 20201h 0m

Ep 191Nikola’s feud, drones, and Wienermobiles

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about Nikola’s battle with Bloomberg, Deuce Drone bringing you Buffalo Wild Wings, contact tracing in the supply chain, and live music. They’re joined by special guests - Craig Fuller, CEO and founder at FreightWaves; Robert O’Dwyer, Logistics Industry Principal at Kronos; Randy Hudson, The Freight Broker Coach; Dylan Williams, Walmart Team at The Kraft Heinz Company; Rhett Ross, CEO at Deuce Drone And, Good News Bad News concerning construction sites, Amazon return scams, restrooms, and AMC theaters. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 19, 202059 min

Ep 190Building a better fashion supply chain through tech

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about freight volumes rising, Nestle’s keys to becoming a Shipper of Choice, air cargo, rethinking the fashion supply chain, and making roads safer. They’re joined by special guests - Michael Leto, CEO, Emerge; David Braunstein, President, Together For Safer Roads; Brian Laung Aoaeh, co-founder, REFASHIOND Plus, today’s big and little deals with Emily Szink concerning Chewy, concealed carry laws, 42,000 stuck at sea, Nikola’s Nasdaq debut, ‘Jaws’ and more. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 15, 202059 min

Ep 189Former brokerage employee speaks out against racism

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about allegations of racism against a major US 3PL from former employees, plus the state of driver recruitment in 2020, mental health in the supply chain, and a brokerage CEO who went OTR this week. They’re joined by special guests - Craig Fuller, CEO and founder, FreightWaves; Wayne Cragg, Owner/Operator; Stan Duncan, Senior Recruiter, Tallgrass Freight Company; Kalvin Mitchell, Trucker Driver, Werner.; Nicole Scroggins, ex-BlueGrace Logistics; Selwyn Baptiste, ex-BlueGrace Logistics Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 12, 202058 min

Ep 188Will concealed carry law improve trucker safety?

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act of 2019, GE’s next round of job cuts, and this week in freight. They’re joined by special guests - Ellen Voie, founder of Women In Trucking; Erik Hansen, Customer Experience Rep, Dispatch; Greg Ackner Vice President at Capital Logistics, LLC. Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market as we dive deeper into where rates and volumes will be headed this week. And, Emily Szink, with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning buried treasure, Coca-Cola, Elon Musk, Amazon, and more. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 8, 202058 min

Ep 187Nikola CEO Trevor Milton from basement to $12 billion debut on Nasdaq

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about Nikola Motor Company going public, St. Christopher’s getting closer to their $1 million goal, a trucker and CEO ride along, and diversity in the supply chain. They’re joined by special guests - Trevor Milton, CEO at Nikola Motor Company; Andrew Silver, CEO at MoLo Solutions; Hope White CEO at H.D. White Logistics; Wayne Cragg and Dave Abels, CEO at The Dart Network. Plus, Good News Bad News concerning the NBA playoffs, Trolls World Tour, and Ceaser ‘The No Drama’ Llama. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 5, 202057 min

Ep 186Supply chain leaders show support

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about impacts on freight as America mourns, supply chain leaders step up and speak out to lend support to protests, and XPO Logistics makes more cuts. They’re joined by special guests - Shannon Currier, Director of Philanthropy & Development, St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund; Kenneth Carter III, President, Ameriton Freight & Logistics LLC.; Jennifer Clymer, Director/Producer, MPTF. Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market as we dive deeper into where rates and volumes will be headed this week. And, Emily Szink, with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning Amazon’s blockchain patent, drivers staying away from home amid coronavirus concerns, the road to rate recovery, drive-in concerts and more. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 1, 202058 min

Ep 185Deep space truckin' with NASA SpaceX Demo-2 launch

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about NASA’s first historic launch with SpaceX from American soil, what the FMCSA had to say about broker price gouging, boots getting the boot, and freight data powered by SONAR. They’re joined by special guests - Mark Wiese, Manager, Deep Space Logistics, NASA; Trey Griggs, Global Director of Sales at Hubtek; Chandler Magaan, Founder and President at Next Exit Logistics; Bryan Schreiber, Manager of Air Cargo Business Development, Columbus Regional Airport Authority. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 29, 20201h 0m

Ep 184Home of the free, because of the brave

On today’s Memorial Day weekend episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about broker margins coming in weak, Gartner’s Supply Chain Top 25, woeful auto cybersecurity, and can supply chains cause allergies? They’re joined by special guests - Doug Potvin, Chief Financial Officer, Trinity Logistics; Mark Vickers, CEO of Borderless Coverage; Ken Sherman, Vice President and General Manager, IntelliTrans. With Good News Bad News featuring e-scooters, Kohl’s, Target, fugitive smuggling, and donkey reunions. Then we hear from you in Comment Section Rodeo. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 22, 20201h 0m

Ep 183Comcar and Uber hit where it Hertz

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about Comcar filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Are more carriers in trouble? Why Hertz bankruptcy will make the auto industry’s troubles go from bad to worse. Also, Uber cuts 1000s of jobs and shuts down self-driving truck program. They’re joined by special guests - Michael Leto, CEO at Emerge; Laurance Alarado, CEO and co-founder at WARECAP; John Kingston, editor-at-large, FreightWaves. Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market as we dive deeper into where rates and volumes will be headed this week. And, Emily Szink, with this week’s Big and Little Deals concerning freight volumes, new truck drivers, retail shutdowns, 5G hoaxes, video games, and more. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 18, 202059 min

Ep 182Alexa, is Amazon doing enough to protect supply chain workers?

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude talk about Amazon facing increased pressure to release coronavirus infection numbers after another warehouse employee died, HOS rule changes, and surprising consumer confidence numbers. They’re joined by special guests - Todd Fain, President, Recon Logistics; Carly Reeves, AVP, Marketing, TriumphPay; Matthew Milewski, Connected Vehicle Marketing Director, Navistar; Ingrid Brown, Owner/Operator, Rollin’ B Good News Bad News featuring PPP loans, Arkansas Mo, Pricing Power, Scooby Doo, and McDonald’s. And, we hear from you in Comment Section Rodeo. Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 15, 202059 min

Ep 180Day 3 and Best In Show from FreightWaves LIVE @ Home

In this episode, Dooner and The Dude broadcast live from the set of FreightWaves LIVE @ Home and focus on technology, productivity and remote team collaboration. They chat with Lean Tech’s David Bell; Banyan’s Lance Healey; TriumphPay’s Derrick Dunker; Truckstop.com’s Stephen Bindbeudel; and FreightWaves’ Chris Henry. Plus bonus content of FWL @ Home event wrap up and Best In Show (audio only). Watch Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 12, 20201h 6m

Ep 181Is meat the new toilet paper?

On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about meat shortages causing super markets to institute rationing, trucking loses 88,000 jobs, and will tightening in reefer markets rub off on dry van? Joining them will be Trey Griggs, Global Director of Sales at Hubtek to talk about launching TABi at FreightWaves LIVE @Home and virtual networking. BasicBlock’s CEO and co-founder Taylor Monks talks about raising venture capital during a pandemic and the power of responsive payments. Plus, a SONAR powered breakdown of the freight market with Zach Strickand as we dive deeper into where rates and volumes will be headed this week. And, Emily Szink on this week’s big and little deals concerning the job market, US/China trade deal, Motel 6 supporting truckers, and NASA sending Tom Cruise into space Cover photo thanks to: Trucker Beetle Bailey Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Watch Visit our sponsor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 11, 202058 min

Ep 179Murder Hornets and Other Global Trade Hitchhikers

On today's episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about Trump’s comments on “price gouging”, murder hornets in the supply chain, and we’ll recap FreightWaves LIVE @Home Plus, special guest Bob Pishue,Transportation Analyst, Inrix. And, Good News Bad News regarding USPS, PPE, and more. Then we hear it from you in Comment Section Rodeo. Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Watch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 8, 202030 min

Ep 178BONUS EPISODE: FreightWaves LIVE @ Home Day 1 open and close

Dooner and The Dude kickoff and close THE virtual event to define freight. Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 7, 202029 min

Ep 177Day 2 from FreightWaves LIVE @ Home

On today's episode, Dooner and The Dude are coming to you live on Day 2 from THE virtual event to define our industry: FreightWaves LIVE @Home with 3 sets on this single episode! With guests Justin Bailie, Chief Stratgey Officer, Rose Rockett; Rishi Mehra, Director of Strategy, Trimble MAPS; Jeff Clark, Truck Driver; Charlie Jatt, Commercial Lead, Waymo; Jake Fields, CTO and co-founder, Platform Science. Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 7, 20201h 23m

Ep 176FreightWaves LIVE @Home Day 1

On today's episode, Dooner and The Dude are coming to you live from THE virtual event to define our industry: FreightWaves LIVE @Home. They're joined by Doug Schrier, Vice President of Product and Innovation, Transflo, and Glenn Jones, GVP of Product Strategy, Blume Global Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 5, 202025 min

Ep 175Let's Meet @Home

On today's episode, Dooner and The Dude are getting you hyped and ready for THE virtual conference to define the freight industry: FreightWaves LIVE @Home. They’ll cover the speakers, talks, demos, and awards that you’ll experience live May 5th - 7th. Plus, market experts Zach Strickland and Kevin Hill discuss what they’ll be up to FreightWaves LIVE @home. And, they’re talking about inferior N95 masks infiltrating the medical supply chain, another ELD provider logs its final mile, and trucking academies see surge in applicants. Apple Podcasts Spotify Watch the LIVE video Visit our sponsor HubTek More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 4, 202031 min

Ep 174Rate war rages on

On today's episode, Dooner goes solo and he’s talking about the increasing tensions between brokers and truckers, what the TIA’s Bob Voltmann has to say about broker criticisms, and Mayday protests for truckers and warehouse workers. Owner/operator Ingrid Brown dials-in to give us an update from the road. Have driver conditions improved? Are truckers getting access to PPE? Can they get a meal and her thoughts on the trucker vs broker brouhaha. And - latest headlines, Good News Bad News concerning the DHL Supply Chain Pricing Power Index, Amazon’s sales, coupling in quarantine, and FreightWaves LIVE @home, plus Comment Section Rodeo, more. Apple Podcasts Spotify Watch the LIVE video Visit our sponsor TriumphPay More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 1, 202029 min