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On episode 721 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Future of Supply Chain in Atlanta. We’re getting into LTL, broker tech stacks, machine learning, and collaborative communication platforms. Plus, we’ll get you up-to-date on everything that went down at the event.With special guests Bobby Russell, EVP, Sales at MyCarrier; Philippe-Antoine Lehoux, CEO & Co-Founder at Missive; Yaniv Butel is the Chief Revenue Officer at Fixefy; Liam Purcell, Product Manager at Revenova.Watch on YouTubeCheck out the WTT merch storeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves PodcastsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On episode 720 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Future of Supply Chain in Atlanta. We’re getting into the tech, people, and solutions that will drive the fate of the industry.
With special guests Samantha Foley, Chief Growth Officer at Turvo; Abby Hafenbredl, Account Development Manager at Lean Solutions Group; Chris Mullen, Senior Director, Organizational Safety at Aurora
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On Episode 719 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the stats, trends and behaviors driving this year’s surge in cargo theft. Travelers’ Scott Cornell breaks down how thieves are targeting your freight this summer.
The free parking debate exploded on social media this week. We’ll take a deeper look at what the argument is all about.
Red Classic has been around since 1902. Spencer Webster joins the show to talk about how this 122-year-old company has been able to navigate and adapt to a market influx.
SiLo’s PJ Kellogg went from U.S. Secret Service to supply chain. We’ll hear his story and find out what intel he picked up along the way.
Plus, Cam Newton is now a freight broker; pilfering pachyderms; a kid in need needs your help with hats; next stop, Future of Supply Chain; and more.
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On episode 718 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is taking a deeper look at the case for hurricanes being a spot market catalyst this year.
Tesla tells the trucking industry to step up its electric game while trucking leaders clap back at ACT Expo. Truck Tech host Alan Adler breaks down the latest in the wild world of the advancements that may drive freight into the future.
Right stock, right place, right time. That’s what Netstock’s Barry Kukkuk is trying to solve. Netstock has launched a tool that allows shippers to instantly identify and redistribute excess inventory. We’ll find out how it works.
I started my health journey two weeks ago using Dr. Mark Manera’s Offshift program. Now that I have some experience with it, Manera and I will break down how it actually works and how drivers and fleets can fit it into their lifestyles.
Plus, is 90 too old to truck; Lego’s new semi; just say “yes” to cheap freight; and more.
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On episode 717 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is back from Miami and is breaking down this week in freight including electric semis’ bad week at Act Expo; Biden’s resurfaced trucking quote; and a driver who killed three has his trial delayed.
Sick of hearing about AI in the supply chain? So are we. So instead, we’re going to see some in action. Duke.AI’s Marcus Cooksey shows off a live demo of his AI freight document processing LLM.
Brittain Ladd has thoughts on Target’s latest earnings report and why they’re struggling. He provides insights into why Hello Fresh value has dropped 90%. Ladd also looks at this year’s winners and losers so far.
Trader Interactive’s Charles Bowles lays out his latest report on semi truck buyer demographics.
Plus, should truckers lump their own freight; Tracy Morgan talks about semi accident; and more.
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On episode 716 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you LIVE from Miami at Redwood’s Customer Advisory Board Spring 2024.We’ll learn what customers, executives and supply chain leaders have to say about the state of the market, collaboration, innovation, and surviving through hypergrowth and sustained freight recessions. With special guests Erin Breen, EVP Supply Chain Solutions at Redwood Logistics; Megan Fortenberry, Chief Operating Officer at RWI Logistics; Russell Gibson, Corporate Director of Logistics & Transportation at V2X.Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves PodcastsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On Episode 715 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the great American Zyn supply chain crisis. Freight brokers across the United States are reporting stockouts, and the Zyn website is backordered. We’ll look at what’s happening.
Trucker and influencer Clarissa Rankin is a celebrity judge for Relay Payments’ Haul of Fame awards. Later this year, Rankin, NASCAR’s Jeff Gordon, Relay’s Ryan Droege and I will be selecting the best drivers in the industry based on your nominations. We’ll find out how to nominate your drivers, and we’ll get into what the judges are looking for.
Entrepreneur, tech-savvy executive, founder of Savant, Rott-Father, gamer and motorcycle enthusiast Juan Baena stops by the show to share his founder story and talks about a global workforce for a global supply chain.
CtrlChain’s Nicole Slavin talks about trust in freight. With all the talk of fraud and double brokering in freight, are we becoming a low-trust industry? We’ll find out what the biggest challenges are for building and maintaining trust with customers.
Plus, WTT Shop is open for business; dashcam footage from Louisville bridge crash; freight recession as bad as 2009; weight loss program for truckers; and falling asleep at the wheel.
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On Episode 714 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about Trump’s vow to end Biden’s EV mandates. Electric trucks have received a lot of blowback from the trucking industry as cost estimates could exceed a trillion dollars, but would this be the right call? We’ll dive into it.
Speaking of electric trucks and high costs, ZO Motors North America aims to solve that. We’ll learn from CEO Joost de Vries how ZM Trucks plans to build EV trucks at cost parity with diesel.
FreightFacts CEO and co-founder Lance Healy is all about LTL intel. We’ll find out how he’s bringing clarity to LTL shipping. Healy also has some thoughts on noncompetes.
It’s all about kindness and changing the way drivers are hired when we’re joined by F Staff founder and CEO Justin Clarke.
Plus, Purdue’s charged roadway; freight broker lunches; piano-playing dogs; WWE Chattanooga; and more.
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On Episode 713 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about a cargo theft ring in California that has shippers on edge. NXTPoint Logistics’ Andrew Lockwood talks about the rise in theft in the Golden State.
Covenant’s VP of sustainability, Matt McLelland, joins the desk to co-host. He’s looking at a report released by The Wall Street Journal and Ryder that says EVs cost 56% more to operate than traditional trucks.
From trucker to trucking company CEO: Greenfalls Logistics’ Dushawn Falls shares his story and talks about noncompetes and driver health.
Northland Trucking Risk Control’s Anthony Slamar shares the importance of speed and space control.
Plus, pigging out on DoorDash; take your tiny trucker to work day; and more.
00:00-10:24 High cost of EVs - Matt McLelland
10:25-18:04 Speed and space - Anthony Slamar
18:05-19:32 Tiny Trucker to Work Day
19:33-34:23 Cargo theft ring - Andrew Lockwood
34:24-35:03 Piggin Out on DoorDash
35:04-44:03 Trucker to CEO - Dushawn Falls
44:04-45:00 Close
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On Episode 712 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the state of fleet management. J.J. Keller’s Josh Lovan breaks down the company’s latest fleet survey and lays out the challenges that carriers say they’re facing.
TriumphPay’s Shawn Ludgate highlights pain points in factoring and shares solutions to the issues.
Logistics companies are teaming up to help after the bridge collapse in Baltimore. Ryan Turman, Kevin Speers and Kenneth Payne talk about how they’ve joined forces to help offer solutions and built a drop lot in Charm City.
Plus, trucker’s house burns down and how you can help; Relay Haul of Fame; bad mouthing bad rates; and more.
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On Episode 711 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Offshift’s Dr. Mark Manera about driver health. Do truckers have a ticking time bomb in their chest? We’ll find out how America’s road warriors can set their GPS toward better health.
FreightWaves’ Thomas Wasson looks at market health. A slew of bankruptcies, layoffs and disappointing earnings reports has struck the industry this spring. Will the beatings continue until morale improves?
Roadtex’s Frank Hurst breaks down big-box retail on-time in-full requirements. We’ll also see how LTL is holding up in this weak market.
Plus, Cargado raises $6.8 million; semi vs. tornado; unexpected shipping container homes; and more.
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On Episode 710 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the Federal Trade Commission’s ruling that bans noncompetes. Armchair Attorney Matthew Leffler breaks down what the ruling means for employees and employers, and looks toward what’s next.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Haslam College of Business supply chain management programs are consistently ranked among the highest in the nation and the world for their industry-relevant curriculum, innovative research and custom programs. Today we’ll meet the Global Supply Chain Institute’s Thomas Deakins, Lance Saunders and students enrolled in the program to find out what the future of supply chain is learning.
Nuclear verdicts are trending up and jury awards are getting astronomical. Northland Trucking Risk Control’s Anthony Slamar talks about how fleets can protect themselves and reduce their liability.
CVSA’s 72-hour International Roadcheck is coming up May 14-16. Reliance Partners’ Mark Barlar joins the show to get us prepared for the event.
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On Episode 709 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Small Fleet & Owner-Operator Summit. FreightWaves’ Alan Adler joins the show to talk about electrification options for small fleets. Are any of them viable yet?Truck Parking Club’s Evan Shelley and Hunter Shearer are celebrating their 365th parking location. We’ll learn how they’re rapidly scaling the number of available parking spots for America’s drivers. Trucker and internet personality King Spud plays a round of what truckers really think. We’ll find out how he feels about lumpers, brokers, driver shortages, check calls and more. Plus, Tesla lays off 6,000 workers; Heartland Express books another net loss; EXO closes Chattanooga office; and more.Watch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves PodcastsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On Episode 708 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the great freight data debate between FreightWaves and DAT that’s going down at the Future of Supply Chain in Atlanta in June. The loser of the debate will make a $10,000 donation to the charity of the winner’s choice.
The freight recession has now outlasted the pandemic bull run. FreightWaves’ Thomas Wasson breaks down our latest report and let’s us know when the market will find a heartbeat.
We’re celebrating Earth Day with Loyalty Logistics’ Sean Laidacker. He lays out his mission to hit carbon neutrality by 2030. We’ll find out how he’s doing it with nanopaints and a little innovation.
Trucker CJ Marley is participating in the 35th Anniversary Make-A-Wish Mother’s Day Truck Convoy. Marley is fundraising so more deserving kids and their families can know the happiness, relief and renewal a wish can bring. She’ll let us know why she’s involved and how to support her. Donate here.
Plus, the hard life of a train conductor; and why you shouldn’t run from the police
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On Episode 707 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Dominick Angelo Tullo of T&R Oil Co. about fuel fraud, scams and skimming. Tullo has firsthand experience with all the black hat tricks of the trade and shares a story about a scam that cost his company a few thousand gallons of fuel.It’s been three weeks since the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. How has cargo been disrupted? Overhaul’s Ronald Greene talks about impacts to auto and other commodities. He also warns shippers of risks to watch for and shares cargo theft trends.Daylight Transportation is opening a first-of-its-kind building in Texas. Greg Steele tells us all about the company’s road to sustainability and how it helps with employee retention. We’ll also see what’s trending in expedited LTL.Plus, anti-Zim protesters hit Maher Terminals; J.B. Hunt posts big earnings miss; broker revenues fall over 15%; and who has the right of way?Watch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves PodcastsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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On Episode 706 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Brush Pass Research’s Kevin Hill about his latest data on freight brokerages. There are 35% more freight brokerages than there were five years ago but 10% fewer than there were one year ago. Are we close to finding the floor in this market? We’ll see what the numbers say.
Put the phone down, driver, it’s Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Distracted driving claimed 3,308 lives in 2022, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Travelers’ Chris Hayes is here to talk about how all this erratic driving is impacting both drivers’ lives and insurance rates.
The Broker Carrier Summit kicks off next week in Kansas City, Missouri. We’re joined by Troy Wiitanen and Rob McCutcheon to find out everything we need to know about the event that promises to bring brokers and carriers together.
Plus, Tony’s Express employees say mismanagement sank carrier; the power of the road atlas; Tesla Semi spotted with a Walmart trailer; happy Boston Marathon Monday; and more.
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On Episode 705 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Edison Motors Ltd. CEO Chace Barber about the troubles facing his EV truck Topsy in Canada. After the company was recently denied a grant, Canadian opposition parties are demanding a probe into alleged government kickbacks. Barber shares his side of the story.
Road Dog Coffee Co. says it brews its coffee in tribute to America’s truckers. We’ll meet Road Dog’s founder, Spencer Squire, to taste test his beans and see if they’re roadworthy.
Roadz co-founder and COO Amit Jain shares why he believes AI will transform fleet management over the next decade.
Plus, over 1,300 layoffs hit logistics companies across the U.S.; fast food inflation; the Amish get it done; would you pay $75 at this scrapyard; and more.
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On episode 704 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about the FMCSA’s under-21 apprenticeship program. So far, only 113 motor carriers have applied and 34% of those have been rejected. We look into why.
Drivers, start your engines! Relay Payments CEO Ryan Droege gets us off the starting line for their Haul of Fame 2024 that will see a pair of drivers win a NASCAR experience in Atlanta. We’ll find out all about the event and how you can nominate drivers for this amazing opportunity.
1970 Group CEO Stephen Roseman helps companies minimize the challenges caused by insurance carriers’ collateral requirements. We’ll learn how it may free up your balance sheet.
Amous CEO Mark Shevchuk talks about what’s right and wrong with Transportation Management Systems. We’ll also learn how they’re partnering to help prevent fuel fraud.
Plus, a man embezzles $1.5 million from a truck dealer; a unique ferry for semis; and Michael Lombard seizes the day.
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On Episode 703 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is kicking off the eclipse by taking a look at the freight market. Will eclipse disruptions have any impact on rates?
Woo pig! We’re talking to the University of Arkansas about its supply chain program — what students are learning, how the program works, how you get your master’s degree online and more. David Dobrzykowski, Brian Fugate and students join us.
Armchair Attorney Matthew Leffler is breaking down the latest in the project44 vs. FourKites defamation case, updates us on AB5 and how it will impact truckers, and talks about the dangers of ELD certifications.
John Oldham Jr. talks about the Rock River Valley Traffic Club’s upcoming truck driving competition. Who’s taking home the trophy this year?
Plus, two Fontana, California-based carriers shut their doors; trucks vs. wind; Tesla Semis seen hauling cars; and more.
P.S. Thank you, Ben Tschirgi, for the cover meme.
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On episode 702 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Operation Livesaver’s Jennifer DeAngelis about eclipse readiness, being track-aware and freight disruptions.
Dredging Contractors of America’s William Doyle talks about the recovery and rebuilding surrounding the Key Bridge in Baltimore. How long will it take, what needs to be done and what role does dredging play in rebuilding this key connector in Charm City.
Calvin University stops by to show off its supply chain program. We’ll learn all about what is offered at the university and how students are getting hands-on experience with major shippers while there.
Kinaxis’ Polly Mitchell-Guthrie lays out supply chain impacts from the Key Bridge collapse and highlights disruptions in auto and retail.
Plus; Earthquake hits the northeast; dogs in business class; commuting to work in the Arctic; changing a flat in the middle of the road.
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