What does trucker protest mean for cross-border freight?

How truckers are winning with side hustles: On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to truckers who are using social media to build their own brands and make bank with side hustles. With the market loosening, there’s no better time than now to get a handle on your finances while creating new revenue streams. We’ll hear from Tik Toker Clarissa Rankin, whose videos have received more than 32 million likes. Chris Lee is using his experience behind the wheel to help drivers get their financial playbook in order. BruceAllmiighty offers drivers advice on getting paid in and out of the cab. Michael Johnson, executive VP of strategy at Redwood Logistics, shares why Rating API is essential to succeed in today’s market. Plus, why FreightWaves’ founder thinks a freight recession is imminent; truckers react to the Werner waiver; warehouse space will remain tight; a truck with two passengers and two dogs gets lucky on an overpass; in memory of Jack Schitt; and more. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

56 min listen

Truckin’ the ice roads: On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude Oare talking to ice road trucker, Jason Kraft. We’ll learn all about the perils of the business and what makes ice road trucking cool. Johnny Araiza, vice president of cross-border and Mexico operations at Dunavant, talks about increasing opportunities for cross-border trade with Mexico. Kevin Clonch, group director of customer logistics at Ryder, talks about brokerages trending toward becoming asset-light. He’ll weigh the advantages of operating non-asset, asset-light and asset-based brokerages. Robert Kaferle, director of safety at Reliance Partners, discusses the value a client gets from working with a retail agency that has its own safety program. Plus, why trucking is in for another bloodbath; driver recruitment wars rage at MATS; drivers at MATS rank truck parking as the top industry challenge; North Korea’s insane new video; and times when you feel like Chris Rock at the Oscars. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

56 min listen

How to be a truckerpreneur: On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about how modern truckers are building their businesses with solid fundamentals and side hustles that are turning small money into big bucks. Plus, everything you need to know about marine cargo insurance in ‘21, when to know when dedicated capacity is the way to go, Deliveright launches the first heavy goods delivery app for Shopify, how one comeback story turned a Landstar agent’s life around, world’s largest pair of spurs destroyed by truck and more. They’re joined by special guests Freight Bambino, truckerpreneur , Bambino Cattle Company; Mark Kunar, EVP of Strategy, Transportation and Automotive, Engineering & Manufacturing, Chemical & Energy, North America at DHL Supply Chain; Steven Roy, president / owner, Landstar: Agency RYX/Roy-Trans Global Logistics Inc; Rick Bridges, Vice President Client Development and New Product Development, Roanoke; Doug Ladden, Co-Founder / CEO, Deliveright by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

60 min listen

What the Truck?!? Transparency19 Day Two: What the Truck's Transparency19 coverage continues with our look at the sights, sounds, and people who made Day 2 such a special event. 11 new competitors enter the audio octagon of freight for bite sized interviews and a chance to win the What The Truck?!? Transparency19 100% More Cowbell Best in Show award. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

118 min listen

Freight storm rages on: On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to WeatherOptics founder and CEO Scott Pecoriello about the data behind the storm. What are the numbers showing us about Hurricane Ida? Port X Logistics founder Brian Kempisty discusses how chartered vessels affect drayage, transload and OTR trucking capacity. Bay Cities' Joshua Linden talks us into the world of retail display and pop-ups. Professional trucker Keaira Finlay takes us inside the cab to talk about life on the road and how she ended up on a Star Trek spinoff. Granite Logistics' Mike Harris does some heavy lifting as he discusses the ins and outs of heavy haul. Lady Logistix LLC CEO Tristen Simmons' goal is to empower women in the industry to come together, share experiences and help grow successful supply chain businesses. She shares how she’s driving change in the supply chain. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

59 min listen

Future of Supply Chain Day 2: Fighting fraud, visibility and building a digital freight network by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

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In-person events are back: On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about the return of in-person events. Find out the logistics behind getting the goods to events as well as their importance to groups like St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund. Plus, data-driven trailer rentals; why you need to monitor your DOT number; oversight panel says Yellow increased lobbying efforts ahead of $700M loan; SPAC rumor mill churns over autonomous truck software developer Plus; this week in pricing power; detergent applied to roofs causes British Columbia Creek to fill with foam; what states have the rudest drivers; and more. They’re joined by special guests Oren Zaslansky, founder/CEO of FlockFreight; Shannon Currier, director of philanthropy and development, St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund; Matthew Leffler, vice president of trailer solutions, vHub; and Rick Malchow, industry business adviser, J. J. Keller. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

60 min listen

The Suez Canal conundrum: On this special episode of WTT LIVE from FreightWaves 3PL Summit, Dooner and The Dude are speed dating their way through 8 business leaders as the discuss many of the issues stymying supply chains in ‘21. With 10% of the world’s freight blocked by an Evergreen vessel in the Suez Canal, the West Coast jammed with 27 ships at anchor, plus the lasting impacts of COVID, 3PLs have the odds stacked against them. On the show we’ll discuss dealing with upset customers, providing visibility to sales teams, forecasting freight demand and weather, as well as how to engage remote sales teams. We’re joined by: Larry Klein, Vice President, Logistics, Bringg; Riley Ford, Account Executive, Front; Prasad Gollapalli, Founder & CEO, Trucker Tools; Bob Hitt, North American Lead, Transportation & Logistics Industry, Salesforce; Brian Trautschold, Co-Founder and COO, Ambition; Sachin Ghaisas, Managing Partner, Emtec Digital; Scott Pecoriello, Founder & CEO, Weather Optics; B by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

69 min listen

The dog days of freight: On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about how one carrier is lending a helping paw to the community; a new trucking app that lets users search across 20,000 cross border and domestic lanes in Canada; and DHL Supply Chain’s big moves in RPA. Plus, Molson Coors says cyberattack hits shipments, brewery operations; Nikola has no Tre orders; Postal Service earmarking $40B to boost share of package market; female trucker launches hi-vis clothing line; Chattanooga trucker win $2 million in lotto, and more. They’re joined by special guests Jason Gillespie, senior director of continuous improvement and innovation, DHL Supply Chain; Graig Morin, president, Brown Dog Carriers; Mitch Hixon, vice president of business development, TriumphPay; Derek Staples, sales manager, DueDili. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

60 min listen

Heartland Express acquires CFI truckload unit for $525 million: On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are joined by FreightWaves Tony Mulvery to talk about Heartland Express’ $525 million acquisition of CFI’s truckload unit. That move makes Heartland Express the 8th largest truckload fleet in the U.S. Great packaging moves the needle in retail but what are the logistics behind it all? How do you get your display in the best part of the store? We’ll find out from Joshua Linden and Chad Sadler at Bay Cities Packaging. Spencer Hennigar, VP of Sales at Convoy shares solutions for navigating volatile freight markets in this Future of Freight segment. It’s time to get mindful this Monday as Dr. Rhonda Bompensa-Zimmerman, Director of fitness and wellness at GlobalTranz gets us centered with physical and mental techniques aimed at taking the tension out of logistics. Plus, freight broker sentiment shaky heading into the back half of 2022; a review of ‘Fall’; installing a bath in a semi by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

56 min listen

UAW escalates; California paves path for autonomous trucks; cargo theft spikes by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

61 min listen

What goes around comes around: On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about what Biden means for trucking, a solution to the ecommerce returns problem, DHL's role in vaccine distribution, and the unlikely rise of Kansas City as an e-commerce hub. Plus, COVID outbreak could cripple California container ports, Biden signs executive order to strengthen COVID supply chains, trucks hauling grain and cows rollover, and the teenager who stole $1 million from Kroger. They’re joined by special guests Jim Monkmeyer, President, Transportation, DHL Supply Chain North America; Claudia Freed, CEO, EALgreen; Rachael Premack, transportation reporter, Business Insider; Chris Gutierrez, President, KC SmartPort by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

60 min listen

Convoy founder takes a ride-along to MATS: On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Convoy founder and CXO Grant Goodell about his trucking trip to MATS. What did he learn about the life of a driver while sitting shotgun in a rig? We’ll find out. Matt Legg, VP of growth and strategy at Ox, talks about building a FreightTech company aimed at automating e-commerce logistics. Jessica Cardinale, director of operations at Brilliant Logistics LLC, talks about the importance of building relationships with drivers. Jonathan Wildman, vice president of sales at Acuitive Solutions, tells us why you need to audit your freight bills. Plus, tornadoes slam Texas and NOLA, what’s up in the market and more. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

54 min listen

Trucking Formula 1 cars, marketing automation and worst Halloween candy: On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner and The Dude are talking about freight that moves at 223 mph. What are the logistics behind bringing F1 cars to the track and back? What FreightTech is more trick than treat? Also, what is the worst Halloween candy and why is it Necco Waffers? How are you monitoring marketing trends? We’ll take a look at a new marketing automation solution that promises to catch negative trends before they become negative results. Plus, truck jobs walloped in September; Nonprofit trucking groups ‘deliver hope’ to Hurricane Ian survivors; St. Louis sues Kia over car thefts; getting ditched at a truck stop and more. Featuring special guests Erik Huberman, Founder and CEO at HawkeMedia; Ryan Schreiber, Vice President Industry Growth (or equivalent) at Metafora; Kate Gillis, Director of Client Solutions at Gulf Intermodal Services. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

56 min listen

Should truckers chase sign-on bonuses?: On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about turnover in trucking and whether drivers should chase sign-on bonuses. Brian Runnels, vice president of safety at Reliance Partners, chimes in on why bonuses aren’t always what they seem. Convoy co-founder Grant Goodale is team driving with Isaac Wilke, owner of Starlight Transportation and a Convoy Haul Star. They’re talking about how drivers partner with Convoy, how carriers are building their businesses on the platform and what Wilke is seeing out on the road and at the docks. CarrierDirect’s Robert “Strongest Man in Logistics” Bain teaches us how to make heavy lifts in the gym and mad gains on your bottom line in freight. Fresh Street’s Jordan Dickerson plays it forward with a track from his band Bitter Pills and gives us the lowdown on grocery logistics. Tive CEO Krenar Komoni teaches us the art of making an out-of-this-world logistics commercial. Plus, good news, bad news re by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

55 min listen

Global Canadians: The Tech Sector's Secret Weapon: There are 2-3 million Canadians living, working and studying outside our country; approximately 10% of them are in the Bay Area and Silicon Valley. There is a major opportunity to leverage this Canadian diaspora to create more opportunities for the Canadian tech sector. In this episode, John Stackhouse discusses the role that global Canadians will play in accelerating the growth of the innovation economy. by Disruptors

28 min listen

Highlighting veterans in logistics: On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about how one logistics company is using the DOD SkillBridge program to hire veterans; the logistics behind a veteran-themed coffee experience; and a veteran owned print design shop for freight companies. With special guests Michael Klemmer, CEO of Aerial Resupply Coffee; Matt Perkins, co-owner of Business to Business Logistics; and Eric Cerda, marketing manager at Liberty Custom Printing. Plus, sanctions against Russia hit supply chains; how logistics leaders can aid Ukraine; government sets sights on steamship lines; helping shorter drivers see over the wheel and more. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

56 min listen

Taking the tension out of recruiting and retention: On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are finding out how to take the tension out of recruiting and retention. Is there a nationwide truck driver shortage and if so, why? We’ll dive into it. Plus, keeping bandits away from your freight; OOIDA urges truckers to fight 556% insurance hike; pallet shortages; survey of motorists’ reckless behavior should be wake-up call for commercial fleets; Illinois trucking company with history of HOS violations files Chapter 7; truckers implicated in multimillion-dollar U.S.-Canada tobacco smuggling ring; and cicadas — they’re what’s for dinner. They’re joined by special guests Robert Moffitt, EVP and director of operations for New Legend Inc.; Max Farrell, CEO of WorkHound; Charles Gracey, president of Hot Seat Services Inc.; and Krenar Komoni, CEO of Tive. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

59 min listen

How to Grow a Trucking Company with Brian Fielkow: How to Grow a Trucking Company with Brian Fielkow and Joe Lynch discuss how to grow a trucking company. is the CEO of Houston-based and EVP of Montreal- based . About Brian Fielkow In his dual role as CEO of Houston-based and... by The Logistics of Logistics

47 min listen

Ship Game: On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to Xeneta CEO and co-founder Patrik Berglund about the data behind the shipping crisis. How long will shippers be battling one another for capacity like contestants in a Squid Game? Ross Kennedy, founder of Fortis Analysis, busts supply chain myths and conspiracy theories. Mike Wilson, CEO at Consolidated Chassis Management, gets us up to date on the state of chassis in the U.S. Just how bad is the shortage? Ryan Schreiber, director of engagement at CarrierDirect, lets us in on what companies have him excited about this year’s FreightTech 100. Who’s got his vote this year? Plus, White House releases Supply Chain Disruptions Task Force goals; Semi Megachargers spotted at Giga Nevada; coil rolls off back of semi; fast food sends corporate workers to the cash register; and the perfect peanut butter and jelly ratio. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

55 min listen

The generation gap: On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are talking about the generation gap in freight, air cargo charters and getting an all-risk policy in Mexico. Plus, Trevor Milton rakes in $49M in a sale of 3.5M Nikola shares; what will CVSA inspectors be checking during the annual safety blitz; pricing power remains with carriers; March Class 8 orders of 40,000 add to the dizzying industry backlog; Clubhouse is “the 2021 version of conference calls”; and more. They’re joined by special guests Mark Vickers, EVP of international logistics for Reliance Partners; Steven Roy, president and owner of RoyTrans Global Logistics; and Gabrielle Bosché, co-founder of The Purpose Company. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

59 min listen

3PL Outsourcing Trends with Ben Steffes: and discuss 3PL outsourcing trends. Ben is Vice President of Managed Services at , a leading global third-party logistics provider. About Ben Steffes is Vice President of Managed Services at Coyote Logistics, a leading global... by The Logistics of Logistics

52 min listen

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week gets in gear: On today’s episode Dooner and The Dude are talking about National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. We’ll find out how the industry is stepping up this year as Anthony Eber, head of driver recruitment at DHL Supply Chain, and Cody Griggs, Director of Capacity Management at C.H. Robinson, share what their respective companies are doing. “The Rideshare Guy” Harry Campbell used to be an engineer before driving for Uber and Lyft. Now he runs a successful YouTube channel dedicated to the gig economy. Christian Lanng, CEO, co-founder and chairman at Tradeshift, asks why large enterprises have struggled to wean themselves off paper; why they think they’re doing digital when they’re not; and how they can find inspiration from the unlikeliest of places. Plus, is it time to start your Christmas shipping now; the Echo deal; delivery companies sue NYC; and nearly 80% of drivers still having trouble finding food over the road. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

56 min listen

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Is ChatGPT-like AI coming to your supply chain?: On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is looking at the rise of AI in logistics; the “Doomsday Clock” ticking on container contracts; starting a fleet in ‘23; and how tech is expediting LTL. Plus, a review of the new trucking thriller “Candy Land;” exploding wine containers; snowbank smashers; and CB radio trolls. With special guests John Reiser, EVP of global supply chain at The Cannon Group; Pierre Laguerre, founder and CEO at Fleeting; Marcus Cooksey, CEO at DUKE.AI; and Michael Campese, SVP of sales and marketing at Estes Forwarding Worldwide. by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

56 min listen

You down with CPG? LIVE from #GSCW: On today’s episode, Dooner and The Dude are LIVE from Global Supply Chain Week’s Retail and CPG day. From sourcing through consumption, food and CPG supply chains were pivotal to keeping the world sane in 2020 but 2021 has already proven to be a formidable foe. Plus, consumer goods group lobbies for federal ‘air traffic control’ for trucks; Instacart robots and delivery expansion with Walgreens; Square posts strong Q4, full-year earnings; purchases $170M in bitcoin. They’re joined by special guests Greg Forbis, Sr. VP Strategy and Business Development, RJW Logistics; Mark Peterson, SVP, Business Development, Trinity Logistics; Alan Adler, Detroit Bureau Chief, FreightWaves by WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

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What does trucker protest mean for cross-border freight?

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