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Aug 27, 2024 • 27min

Loaded and Rolling EP110 Reducing Towable Accidents: Ex-Guard’s Biggest Hits with Adam Roorda

In today’s episode Adam Roorda, Head of Marketing at Ex-Guard joins us to talk about ways fleets can reduce towable accidents and showcase videos where the Ex-Guard platform mitigated damage. Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 27, 2024 • 25min

Check Call EP127 Keeping it 100 percent retention

In this episode, we dive into the unique success A. Duie Pyle’s brokerage has with 100% employee retention. Our guest, Craig Lough director of strategic planning at A. Duie Pyle breaks down the success formula they’ve created that has resulted in 100% employee retention. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast.Follow the Check Call PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 26, 2024 • 46min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP751 Rail strike decision “disastrous”; Trooper Ben’s rules of the road; freight magic

On episode 751 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about the Canadian government's order for striking union workers to get back on the job. That trains may be back on track but Paul Boucher, president of the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference says that the decision is, “disastrous for labor.” Kansas Highway Patrol’s Trooper Ben Gardner stops by the show to talk about staying safe on the highway. Magic has been called one of the least attractive hobbies that a man can have. Energy Transport Group’s Zane Holcomb is here to dispel that myth as he performs what may be the best magic tricks in freight. How are you managing your risk profile? Traveler’s Scott Cornell tells us everything we’re doing right and wrong when it comes to protecting our fleets. Plus, cargo theft surges; hotels for freight brokers; how apples are unloaded; and a new way to strap loads. 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
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Aug 26, 2024 • 27min

The Stockout EP128 Nestlé CEO change surprises CPG industry

Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss the Nestlé CEO change, the Canadian Rail strike and the U.S. freight market. Follow The Stockout PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 23, 2024 • 25min

Running on Ice EP99 Keeping the cold chain cold

In this episode, we dive into the world of cold chain and the rising global temperature. Our guest, Fred WU, CEO of DeltaTrak breaks down ways to improve efficiency and ensure temperature-sensitive goods are protected. 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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Aug 23, 2024 • 46min

WHAT THE TRUCK EP750 Canadian rail lockout ordered to end; freight creeps in the DMs; Tesla Semi scam

On Episode 750 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the Canadian government ordering an end to the rail lockout. CN has ended its lockout, but CPKC is continuing its work stoppage.Scammers are targeting zero-emission fleets in California by offering them bogus Telsa Semi reservations. Talon Logistics Inc.’s Mike Bush talks about how it works and why his company didn’t fall victim to it. A couple of ladies of logistics clap back against creeps contacting them in their direct messages. Just how serious is this problem, and how frequently are women facing harassment online? Shimmi Munson and Lacey Wanczyk share their experiences. Journey’s Will Jenkins demos his brand new AI role-playing tool. It allows you to practice cold calls, warm calls, discovery calls and more with AI robots that respond like your target prospects.Plus, Massachusetts bans new diesel trucks; Pilot sponsors the Volunteers; hybrid workers; and the problem with conestogas.  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
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Aug 22, 2024 • 30min

Taking The Hire Road EP170 Modernizing CDL Recruiting: Insights from DriverReach CEO Brent Dorfman

Brent Dorfman, CEO of CDL driver recruiting and compliance solution DriverReach, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach, to highlight how the company is helping the industry level up with a more modern platform to streamline recruiting, qualifying, and hiring drivers. Brent shares his vision for the company’s future, reflects on the importance of customer feedback, and highlights key milestones and additions to the platform since taking the helm in July 2023.Special thanks to the show’s sponsors!DriverReach (https://www.driverreach.com)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/)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/)Repowr (https://repowr.com/)If you’re interested in joining the show or being a sponsor, please email jeremy@takingthehireroad.com.SUBSCRIBE: http://bit.ly/FW-subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 22, 2024 • 27min

Freightonomics EP198 Oh Canada

Zach and Tony discuss potential impacts of the Canadian railroad strike and the latest historic labor figure revision. Follow the Freightonomics PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 21, 2024 • 25min

Truck Tech EP68 Volvo brings its global safety platform to new VNL

Guest: Maddie Sullivan, product marketing manager, Volvo Trucks North AmericaTopic: As Volvo debuts its new-from-the-ground-up VNL flagship, Truck Tech takes a deep dive on the integration of safety systems that seeks to avoid crashes and lessen the impact of unavoidable accidents.Follow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aug 21, 2024 • 45min

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP749 Rail strike looms; ‘Theft of Fire’ and the logistics of publishing; auto transport

On Episode 749 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about a potential rail strike in Canada that could begin this week and how it would disrupt freight for months.What are the logistics of publishing a book? “Theft of Fire” author Devon Eriksen stops by the studio to talk about his latest novel involving a deep-space trucker and an intergalactic cargo heist. We’ll find out what it’s about and how to go from your next great idea to getting your novel on store shelves. Consolidation is happening fast in auto transport. Bek Abdullayev, CEO at Super Dispatch, talks about how small companies can stay afloat in this rapidly changing environment with a dwindling number of players. How does hotshot trucking work? Diligent Delivery Systems’ Richard Sharp takes us to school and educates us on the 101 of expedited freight.Plus, Tesla Semi fire shuts down freeway; guy hobbies women hate; bridge vs. truck; air pumps for air horns; and more.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

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