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Brian McMorris, founder and president of Futura Automation, tells Craig and JP about how the industries that are moving back to the United States and how robotics and investments in automation can play a role in reshoring decisions. They discuss sectors from electronics to medical devices and explain the economics of mass production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach and Tony discuss what the cease fire in Gaza and ILA labor resolution means for shippers and domestic transportation providers. Also, inflation keeps the economic outlook grey. Follow the Freightonomics PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 792 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by FreightWaves’ John Kingston to talk about California’s surprising decision to withdraw its clean truck EPA waiver request ahead of Trump’s inauguration. Kingston also takes a look at escalating diesel prices and tells fleets what to watch for in Q1.Logistics companies step up to send aid amidst devastating California wildfires. WARP’s Daniel Sokolovsky shares how his group is putting together a relief effort for those impacted by the fires and let’s us know how we can help. Tai’s Walter Mitchell lays out strategic planning for freight brokers in ‘25. Then we’ll find out what’s good in insurance tech from Demotech’s Joseph Petrelli and Transportation Insurance Experts’ Steven Munro.Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.Watch on YouTubeCheck out the WTT merch storeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today’s episode we’re joined by Jose Minarro, managing director of cross-border operations at Sunset Transportation, to talk about developing partnerships in Mexico, staying compliant with customs regulations, and Mexico’s recent decision to end ‘border skipping,’ when bypassing tariffs on Chinese goods.Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we break down the new FMCSA broker transparency rule. Our guest, Robert Fortmeyer, General Counsel Circle Logistics, breaks down the ins and outs of the proposed rule and its impacts on the industry. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 790 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner and Dredging Contractors of America’s William Doyle spill the tea on the real talk behind the ILA-USMX contract, what ratification means and how tariffs work.National Association of Waterfront Employers President and former Federal Maritime Commissioner Carl Bentzel takes a look at the deal between the International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance from the labor perspective. What does this mean for East Coast and West Coast port unions and labor moving forward?Plus, trucking gets snowed out; Transportation companies mobilize to support LA fire relief efforts; Lego ports; and National Championship predictions.Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.Watch on YouTubeCheck out the WTT merch storeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss numerous trends for retailers and CPG companies in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shaun Lezer, Professional CDL driver of over a decade, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss the challenges drivers face while delivering the nation’s good - especially physical and mental health. Shaun shares what motivated him to make some critical decisions to improve his health, and discusses the importance of taking small steps in the right direction.Special thanks to the show’s sponsors!DriverReach (https://www.driverreach.com)Project 61 (https://project-61.org/)Lanefinder (https://www.lanefinder.com/)The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/)Career Now Brands (https://careernowbrands.com/)Rockerbox (https://www.rockerbox.com/)Appcast (https://www.appcast.io/)Trucksuite (https://trucksuite.com/)Asurint (https://asurint.com/)Arya By Leoforce (https://leoforce.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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 789 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Stuart Chirls about a potential International Longshoremen’s Association strike that could shut down ports from Maine to Texas on Jan. 15. They’ll also look at the U.S.’s interest in buying Greenland, Trump’s decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico and the impact of wildfires in Los Angeles.Loadsmith just sold its brokerage unit to FreightVana. We’ll learn all about the deal from Loadsmith CEO Brett Suma.Plus, somehow Trevor Milton returned; most unique city in the world; and more.Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.Watch on YouTubeCheck out the WTT merch storeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the year long recap and review comeFor more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices