WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to TForce Worldwide’s Tom Griffin about the increased reliance on automation and the depersonalization of logistics. What does it all mean for relationships, ROI and your freight?CSA scores for hours of service have changed. Reliance Partners’ Mark Barlar gets us compliant with the latest on DOT regulations impacting your drivers.The Sense Per Mile podcast team comes to blows on WHAT THE TRIVIA as Charles Gracey and Paul Gibson battle it out to see who can take home the crown in our unique spin on supply chain and trucking trivia.Plus, Coyote layoffs; Norfolk Southern faces backlash; a dog saved on a highway; a potty for your truck; today in rates; and more.Visit our sponsorWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack about the ecological disaster caused by the Norfolk Southern derailment in Ohio.What do Bubble Wrap and beer have to say about the economy?Riteload is trying to reinvent logistics with a broker-free load board.  Riteload founder and CEO Matthew Kane talks about everything that’s right and wrong about booking loads.Not every driver loves the all-seeing eye of the dashcam but it’s hard to argue against how they’ve protected drivers and carriers in a court of law. J. J. Keller’s Rick Malchow talks about how dashcams can be your greatest line of protection against nuclear verdicts.Back The Truck Up’s SuperTrucker talks about the best Valentine’s gifts for truckers; Zoox autonomous cars get approval in Cali; hazmat spills; cutting in line; and dumb truck stunts.Visit our sponsorWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about defending your fleet. Modern thieves now have hacking, Chinese spy balloons, cyberattacks, location stalking and a whole host of other tools in their arsenal for infiltrating your fleet. Terry Reinart founded Fleet Defender to address the critical need to protect the world from bad actors attempting to disrupt Governments, companies, and supply chains across the globe. He’s here to tell us how he’s keeping your fleet on lock.When you’ve got freight too big for your average broker, call heavy haul specialist Chad Crosby. He’s here to share the ins-and-outs of oversized loads and what you need to know when shipping big. FreightWaves’ Alan Adler is looking into the Cummins billion dollar electrolyzer business and the maturing hydrogen market. Plus, when Philly fans attack; Weinermobile theft; men fall in vat of chocolate; how Tesla’s Giga Texas moves cars; was the Super Bowl field worth $800k and more. Visit our sponsorWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to StoneLoads’ Patrick Wells about the logistics of moving stones, building a marketplace for them and why that side of the business rocks.How do the logistics work behind shipping goods to Hawaii and Alaska? SeaWide Express’ Monica Thornton talks about connecting shipments from the lower 48 to HI/AK.3PLs are taking a hit in this economy and looking to cut costs. Valoroo’s Nick Schrock talks about how his company is using outsourcing to fill in the gaps on repetitive tasks.Plus, a brazen Amazon driver robbery; are you ever too old to truck; the Southwest-FedEx near miss is reenacted; an excavator saves a deer; helping a driver out; fuel point best buys; and more.Visit our sponsorWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is thinking inside the box with FreightWaves’ Rachel Premack. Is the humble cardboard box the latest indicator that consumer demand is eroding following the pandemic?From riverside double-wide to blockbuster brokerage, it’s the Edge Logistics story with Will Kerr.Trucker battles trucker in our unique spin on trivia. Who will win when Back The Truck Up’s Rooster squares up with SuperTrucker in a battle of the wits?Plus, the logistics community steps up with aid for Turkey and more.Visit our sponsorWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by ShipHero founder Aaron Rubin. Rubin, who owned a lifestyle e-commerce brand, founded ShipHero after getting sick of sucky warehouse software options. We’ll find out how he’s simplifying the complicated for over 5,000 ecommerce brands.Is the Port of Los Angeles back? JCT Transport COO Ian Weiland brings us a port report straight out of SoCal. We’ll find out about the state of drayage and chassis and how import volumes are shaping up.Trucking entrepreneur Heath Treasure has not only seen his parent company get sold to Red Bull, but he’s also intent on taking over the Northwest trucking scene with Super T Transport. We’ll learn all about how to build a successful fleet.Plus, a daring Coast Guard rescue results in a “The Goonies” related arrest; first fully automated McDonald’s opens in Texas; Fifth Tesla Semi breaks down; dogs in the cab; and more.Visit our sponsorWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Covenant’s Matt McLelland. Both guys just red-eyed from Manifest in Vegas and are going to get into what truck tech was buzzworthy for a major over-the-road carrier. What’s going on with shipping? Campbell University’s Sal Mercogliano talks about cracks in the alliances, how not to tip a cargo ship and Chinese spy balloons. Troy Larkin at Citta Brokerage dives into the dark art of duty drawback, which allows shippers a way to get 99% of the duties they paid returned. Sometimes by setting it all on fire! Are you smarter than a freight broker? FreightWaves’ Mary O’Connell battles Brielle Jaekel. Visit our sponsorWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is catching up with Black Rifle Coffee Co.’s Ben Richey to talk about bombs, coffee beans and building a brand with military logistics. Richey has brought his Special Forces training to the logistics operations at Amazon, Pepsi, Frito-Lay and now Black Rifle Coffee Co. Did you know that there is only one parking spot for every 11 drivers in the USA? Truck Parking Club co-founder Evan Shelley is looking to provide short-term parking for truckers by monetizing vacant properties for landowners through his app. We’ll dive deep on the issue and learn if tech can help.Plus, the Empire State Building trolls New York City; a boy playing hide-and-seek is trapped in a shipping container; Doomsday Clocks; how Costco milk bottles work; taking a big rig to the wedding reception; and more.Visit our sponsorWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to NASA about its $425 million partnership with Boeing to build, test and fly a full-scale demonstrator aircraft and validate technologies aimed at lowering emissions.The University of Arkansas Sam M. Walton College of Business takes us inside the world of supply chain higher education as we meet the students and educators tasked with creating the next generation of supply chain leaders. You won’t want to miss this if you’re a student or are looking to get a master’s in supply chain management!Plus, trucking moms; AI versus ATA; in-cab kitchens; cotton candy filled with narcotics; and the mystery of the stolen gorilla. With special guests Sarah Waechter, partner manager at NASA's Commercial Crew Program; Brent Cobleigh, chief of staff at NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center; and Brian Fugate and David Dobrzykowski of the University of Arkansas. Visit our sponsorWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about a big breakup at sea as Maersk and MSC dissolve the 2M alliance. FreightWaves' Rachel Premack has the latest on what this means for ocean freight. Layoffs have swept through tech, leaving workers on edge that their positions could be next. BMM Logistics' Morgan Gawlik talks about the psychological impact of layoffs and how the specter of them changes employee behavior. Plus, FreightWaves' Alan Adler is seeing signs that the used truck market bubble is bursting.We’ll also step inside the truck with Rooster and SuperTrucker as they talk about cooking in the cab, filthy rigs, apocalyptic family cars, Ireland’s ire,and what animals a trucker could beat in a fight.Visit our sponsorWatch on YouTubeSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices