
FreightWaves LIVE: An Events Podcast
FreightWaves Live: An Events Podcast: The show where we bring you back to past FreightWaves events, take you inside of upcoming events, and capture the moments and keynotes from the top thought leaders in logistics, FreightTech, business and media.
Latest episodes

Apr 26, 2023 • 16min
Fueling Business Success Through Effective Technology Strategies
Grace Sharkey, Staff Writer at FreightWaves, sits with Natarajan Subbiah, Head of Product at Uber Freight, to discuss how leveraging technology can improve decision-making, reduce costs and elevate your customers’ experience. Subbiah also describes how his company works with drivers to make sure available tech is making the right choices when it comes to moving freight.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsJoin the Small Fleet & Owner Operator Summit
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Apr 26, 2023 • 29min
Keynote: What Can Be Done to Combat Some of the Most Pressing Challenges That Owner-Operators Are Currently Facing?
Getting into the world of small business trucking is no easy feat and it takes industry support. Lewie Pugh from the Owner Operator & Independent Drivers Association keynotes our Small Fleet Owner Operator Summit by explaining his tips and tricks for being successful as a driver, backed up by more than 20 years spent behind the wheel. Lewie is joined by FreightWaves Reporter Kaylee Nix.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsJoin the Small Fleet & Owner Operator Summit
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Apr 7, 2023 • 16min
How Regulations and Legal Liabilities Will Affect the Industry
The 3PL space is dealing with several major legal issues from non-competes to accident liabilities. The Armchair Attorney Matt Leffler breaks down his thoughts on the top 3 issues facing intermediaries in this fireside chat with FreightWaves' Kaylee Nix.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsJoin the 3PL Summit
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Apr 6, 2023 • 15min
Outsourcing Logistics: How 3PLs Can Benefit in Any Market
As the logistics industry continues to evolve and become more complex, many 3PLs are turning to outsourcing as a way to streamline operations, reduce costs, and stay competitive. We sat down with Nick Strober, Director of Sales at Lean Solutions Group to explore the benefits and challenges of outsourcing logistics services for 3PLs. We discuss the various functions that can be outsourced, from transportation management to warehousing and distribution, and examine how outsourcing can help 3PLs manage costs, improve efficiency, and enhance overall performance. Nick is joined by FreightWaves 3PL/Freight Broker Expert Mary O'Connell.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsJoin the 3PL Summit
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Apr 6, 2023 • 19min
How Cargo Claims Impact 3PLs
In this fireside chat, Justin Murphy, EVP of Claims at Loadsure joins us to discuss the impacts of cargo claims on 3PL’s. We highlight the need to be proactive in not only limiting claims, but quickly addressing them when they occur. Justin is joined by FreightWaves Enterprise Trucking Expert Thomas Wasson.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsJoin the 3PL Summit
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Apr 6, 2023 • 19min
The 3PL Evolution
Edge Logistics CEO Will Kerr sits down with FreightWaves' Chief Economist Anthony Smith to outline the biggest challenges for individual brokerages and how to thrive in any environment.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsJoin the 3PL Summit
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Apr 6, 2023 • 15min
Navigating the Intersection of Data Analytics and Carrier Relationships in Supply Chain Management
Data analytics and carrier relationships can work together to build a competitive advantage in supply chain management. Nick Shipe, Business Development Manager at Circle Logistics, explains how to leverage data to make informed decisions when selecting carriers and building long-term relationships combined with the importance of balancing the benefits of data-driven decision-making with the need for flexibility and agility in a rapidly changing supply chain environment. Nick is joined by FreightWaves 3PL/Freight Broker Expert Mary O'Connell.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsJoin the 3PL Summit
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Apr 6, 2023 • 15min
If and How Recruiting Strategies Change With the Changing Market Conditions
FreightWaves' Kaylee Nix dives into the Wild West of recruiting with Charlie Saffro from CS Recruiting. The two chat about how job seeking has changed in the last year and what unique challenges face companies as they try to fill roles. Follow FreightWaves PodcastsJoin the 3PL Summit
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Apr 5, 2023 • 15min
The Path Forward From Legacy Tech
Metafora CEO, Peter Rentschler, sits down with FreightWaves Chief Economist Anthony Smith and breaks down the pitfalls of holding onto legacy technology in the workplace and how to navigate a full scale revamp.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsJoin the 3PL Summit
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Apr 5, 2023 • 20min
How Technology Can Improve the Spot Market
Ed Stockman, CEO and co-founder of newtrul, joins FreightWaves Enterprise Trucking Expert Thomas Wasson to talk about emerging 3PL technologies aimed at increasing the quality of transactions in the spot marketplace.Follow FreightWaves PodcastsJoin the 3PL Summit
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