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Apr 24, 2024 • 26min

Loaded and Rolling EP95 US-Mexico cross border trade and nearshoring with Danny Gordon

In today’s episode Danny Gordon, head of sales & account management at Nuvocargo joins us to dive into US-Mexico cross border trade and what to watch for with the nearshoring boom. Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 22, 2024 • 46min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP708 FreightWaves vs. DAT; Great Freight Recession; Earth Day logistics

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 Watch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 22, 2024 • 27min

The Stockout EP112 Retail sales grow less than inflation

In this episode of The Stockout, join hosts Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey as they discuss the latest trends and developments in the retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries. The duo kickstarts the show with a lively conversation about the unpredictable Michigan weather and then dives into an array of topics, from essential CPG items for a nuclear fallout shelter to the intricacies of supply chain partnerships. Key Insights: Shein’s partnership with Flexport for U.S. marketplace fulfillment and its implications for the e-commerce and airfreight sectors. The rising trend in airfreight rates and how companies like Shein and T-Mo are impacting the air cargo industry. J.B. Hunt’s unique approach to intermodal capacity management and the competitive dynamics across various transportation modes. A detailed look at consumer behavior, spending patterns, and the impact of inflation on retail sales. Plus, discover exclusive content, including the latest insights on the National Retail Federation’s findings, tax refund spending habits, and more. Don’t miss this engaging discussion on the ever-evolving world of retail and CPG!Follow The Stockout PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 19, 2024 • 27min

Running on Ice EP85 A more sustainable fresh delivery

In this episode, we dive into a need for more sustainable cold packs in frozen food delivery. Our guest Dr Robert di Loreto, from Thermal Custom Packaging breaks down the current methods for temperature-controlled deliveries and what some new alternatives look like. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast.Follow the Running on Ice PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 18, 2024 • 27min

Freightonomics EP184 Playing the turn

Zach and Tony discuss how both carriers and some level of shipper are responding to expectations of a market shift. Plus takeaways from J.B. Hunt earnings and Knight Swifts modified expectations. Follow the Freightonomics PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 18, 2024 • 27min

Taking The Hire Road EP153 Leveraging Feedback To Improve Efficiency

Max Farrell, CEO of WorkHound, joins Jeremy Reymer and discusses the value of driver feedback, the creation of an effective feedback loop, and shares some of the trends he’s seeing in this current economic climate.Special thanks to the show’s sponsors!The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/)Career Now Brands (https://careernowbrands.com/)Carrier Intelligence (https://www.carrierintelligence.com/)Infiniti-I (https://infinitiworkforce.com/)Workhound (https://workhound.com/)Asurint (https://asurint.com/)Transportation Marketing Group (https://www.recruit-tmg.com/)Seiza (https://www.seiza.co/)Drive My Way (https://www.drivemyway.com/)F| Staff (https://www.fstaff.com/)Trucksafe (https://www.trucksafe.com/)Seated Social (https://seated-social.com/)If you’re interested in joining the show or being a sponsor, please email jeremy@takingthehireroad.com.Follow the Taking The Hire Road PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 17, 2024 • 23min

Truck Tech EP52 A tour of Hyliion’s second-chance Karno generator technology as becomes the startup’s first priority

Hyliion’s linear generator technology holds promise for efficiently producing low-emissions electricity for electric vehicle charging and a host of other applications. The challenge is successfully scaling 3D printing for parts so intricate they could not be made any other way.Follow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 17, 2024 • 46min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP707 Truck stop operator talks fuel fraud, skimming and scams

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 Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 16, 2024 • 27min

Loaded and Rolling EP94 Inside Motive Vision 24 Innovation Summit: A Deep Dive into Telematics and Hardware

Welcome to Loaded and Rolling! In this episode, guest host Kaylee Nix takes the reins as she sits down with Thomas Watson to unpack his recent journey into the heart of innovation at the Motive Vision 24 Innovation Summit. From the bustling streets of Nashville to the forefront of telematics technology, Thomas shares his firsthand experiences and insights from the conference floor. Highlights Include:1. Navigating the labyrinthine streets of Nashville and the surprising challenges of parking.2. Unveiling the latest in AI-powered dashcam technology and its impact on driver safety and behavior.3. Dive deep into the convergence of hardware and software in the transportation industry.4. The transformative power of real-time data and its role in reshaping insurance policies and carrier safety scores.5. Exclusive behind-the-scenes access to industry insights and customer testimonials.6. A sneak peek into the future of supply chain at the upcoming FreightWaves Future of Supply Chain conference in Atlanta.Join us as we delve into the intersection of innovation, technology, and real-world logistics challenges. Don’t miss out on the latest developments shaping the future of transportation! Subscribe now for more exclusive content and industry updates.Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Apr 16, 2024 • 27min

Check Call EP119 Distribution and fulfillment in the style of e-commerce

Joining the discussion is Ryan Martin, President of Distribution and Fulfillment at ITS Logistics, who brings 25 years of industry expertise. He delves into the evolution of warehousing and distribution in the post-COVID world, highlighting the challenges and innovations in inventory management and reverse logistics. The conversation also touches on labor shortages and the importance of creating engaging workplace environments. To lighten the mood, Ryan and the hosts engage in a playful debate about whether a hot dog is a sandwich.

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