FreightCasts

On episode 752 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by Titan Casket CEO Scott Ginsberg. He’s here to show off the company’s revolutionary new casket and to talk about the logistics of the ultimate final mile: death.We’re getting a temperature check on the economy and the freight market with Reliance Partners’ Thom Albrecht. Another freight magician stops by the show in an attempt to prove a survey wrong that says women find magic to be one of the most unattractive hobbies. YardView Yard Management’s Jason Blanchard attempts to mindfreak us with some sleight of hand and tells us how to make yard issues disappear. Plus, Zyn’s big expansion in Kentucky; $3.5 million awarded to driver training; trucker hits a remarkable goal; parking at the fuel island; and helicopter with chainsaws. 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

Guest: Shawn Hricko, plant manager, Cummins Jamestown Engine PlantTopic: As Cummins moves to build a variety of fuel-agnostic engines, the focus is on the 1 million square-foot Jamestown, New York, engine plant, which is capable of assembling more than 500 heavy-duty truck engines a day.Follow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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