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Jul 28, 2023 • 29min

Net-Zero Carbon EP88 Realizing Driver Satisfaction

Numerous state and federal agencies and research groups all agree that 98% of truck drivers have trouble finding parking and our nation lacks tens of thousands of safe, secure parking spaces. On today’s show, host Tyler Cole is joined by Cody Horchak, Founder of Realize Truck Parking, a startup focused on solving the parking crisis for our nation’s truckers.With a goal to add 800,000 parking spaces over 7 years, Realize’s unique business model is rapidly scaling safe, secure, and (most importantly) enjoyable parking amenities. They also aim to electrify 25% of all spaces, paving the way for a nationwide rollout of battery electric trucks. Listen in to learn about the critical role of driver’s to our economy and the changes needed to restore the profession’s respect and admiration through providing safe, reliable infrastructure.To learn more about Realize, head to www.werealize.io.Reach out to the company or Cody on LinkedIn here:https://www.linkedin.com/company/we-realize-inc/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/codyhorchak-at-zervinc/Follow the Net-Zero Carbon PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 28, 2023 • 27min

Running on Ice EP52 Chilling Efficiency: Mastering the Network of Reefer Carriers for Temperature-Controlled Shipments

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of building an efficient network of reefer carriers for temperature-controlled shipments. Royce Neubauer, Founder and CEO of SFL Companies joins us to chat about the crucial criteria for selecting reliable carriers, evaluating their performance, and overcoming challenges in this critical aspect of logistics. 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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Jul 28, 2023 • 53min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP610 Yellow’s final friday; port strikes and escalating fuel costs

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about the impending bankruptcy at Yellow that’s reported to go down Monday. What’s next for the company, what are employees saying and what options are out there for the displaced?CNBC’s Lori Ann LaRocco gets us up to date on labor action at West Coast ports. With an on-again, off-again strike up in Canada, what impact is this having on freight and rail? Plus, could SoCal ports be next?Trauxit’s Joe Stevens went from being an over-the-road driver to owning more than 750 assets. We’ll take a trip through his career journey and find out about his latest venture, Trauxit.Hell Bent Xpress’ Jamie Hagen comes from the school of Mackonomics. He’ll give us a crash course in being an owner-operator, managing fuel and knowing your costs.Plus, ice bucket challenge returns to freight; how to fill a milk tanker; boating in a semi and more. Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 27, 2023 • 32min

Taking The Hire Road EP116 Who’s The Champion For Drivers In Your Fleet? With NTI’s Leah Shaver

Jeremy Reymer, CEO & Founder of DriverReach, is joined today by one of his very best friends in the industry: Leah Shaver, president and CEO of The National Transportation Institute - the trucking industry’s principal authority on driver pay data and trends. Remember you can submit any questions or comments, including those which may appear on upcoming Deeper Dive segments - at podcast@driverreach.com. And don’t forget to rate and review Taking the Hire Road on whatever platform you listen on!Follow the Taking The Hire Road PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 27, 2023 • 26min

Tracks Through Time EP10 The Suez Canal Crisis Of 1956: A Pivotal Moment In Shipping History

A crisis over the Suez Canal put Egypt at odds against France, Britain and Israel. The story has surprising twists and unexpected secret motives. Find out how this shaped the future of shipping routes and globalization.Follow the Tracks Through Time PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 27, 2023 • 28min

Freightonomics EP155 Inferring inflection

Zach and Anthony discuss Yellow’s ongoing struggles and its impact on the freight market and ask if there are any signs of an economic inflection point in the data. Follow the Freightonomics PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 26, 2023 • 27min

Truck Tech EP25 Major order propels autonomous truck commercialization

Guests: Don Burnette, Kodiak Robotics and Brett Suma, LoadsmithLoadsmith’s order of up to 800 Kodiak Robotics autonomous driving systems is the clearest sign yet that driverless trucks are edging closer to reality.Follow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 26, 2023 • 26min

#WithSONAR EP90 How To Optimize Your Freight Network

On today's episode of #WithSONAR, Luke Falasca, and Tanner DeHart will be joined by special guest Philip Schmidbauer, the Senior Director of Analytics at ODW Logistics. We will discuss truckload network optimization and the recent increase in truckload volume in the United States.Follow the #WithSONAR PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 26, 2023 • 29min

Point of Sale EP76 Security of retail supply chains

Grace reviews the impact of student loan forgiveness on the retail sector. She also interviews Neil McEvoy from C3 Solutions on the company’s recent ISO certification and its continued work to secure yard and dock data.Follow the Point of Sale PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 26, 2023 • 1h 3min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP609 Focus turns from Brown to Yellow; the great ShipHero warehouse tour; and Nikolas reignite

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is getting to the bottom of the evolving situation at Yellow. Ploger Transportation’s Chris Smith and FreightWaves’ Justin Martin get us up to date on what’s going on there on the ground floor. With another union proposal rejected, where does this company have left to go?Surge filed for bankruptcy, UPS averted a strike and the situation escalated at Yellow. FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack breaks down the latest from these headlines.ShipHero’s Aaron Rubin shows us how the sausage is made at one of its warehouses in Las Vegas. We’ll take a tour of the facility and find out how ShipHero is preparing for e-commerce peak season.FreightWaves’ Alan Adler shares the latest on Nikolas reigniting, the Port of Long Beach’s EV push and if autonomous trucks are dead in California. Plus, a plane buzzes a semi-truck; a semi-truck versus Toyotas; are there too many tracking apps; how a Lamborghini ended up under a Landstar truck; and more.Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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