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Welcome back to FreightWaves! In this loaded episode, join host Thomas Wasson as he delves into the world of trucking recruitment with the renowned Charles Gracey, President and Founder of Hot Seat Services and the host of the Sense Per Mile podcast. Known as the "Dr. Phil of trucking," Gracey brings unparalleled expertise to the table.Gracey sheds light on the challenges and innovations in the trucking recruitment landscape, offering invaluable insights for carriers and drivers alike. From navigating the recruitment funnel to understanding the evolving dynamics of driver preferences, this conversation covers it all.Discover the secrets behind building meaningful connections in recruitment, leveraging technology for optimized outcomes, and the importance of culture and reputation in attracting top talent. Gain exclusive access to groundbreaking tools like Connect, designed to revolutionize the recruitment process.If you're in the trucking industry or aspire to be, this episode is a must-watch. Stay ahead of the curve with FreightWaves and dive deep into the world of trucking recruitment with Charles Gracey.🎙️ Guest: Charles Gracey, President and Founder of Hot Seat Services🔗 Related Links:Hot Seat Services: https://hotseatservices.com/Cents Per Mile Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...🚛 About FreightWaves:FreightWaves is your go-to source for all things trucking, logistics, and supply chain. Subscribe now for the latest industry updates, expert interviews, and insider insights!Follow the Loaded and Rolling PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 684 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is breaking down the New York trucker boycott. We’ll find out how a video from a driver in Chicago caused the media to run with the story. Is it even real? Is anyone participating and is it impacting freight?HD Drayage & Container Services’ Hope Allen shines a light on port volumes; drayage on the East Coast; building a company; and the power of training.REPOWR’s Jake Battles shares the ins and outs of the trailer market. Battles tells us how his company is turning idle assets into cash.Industry adviser Jim Coffren teaches us carrier vetting tips, tells us why retail is like “Jurassic Park” and discusses if it’s ever OK to scream at your boss.Plus, $500 parking fines; remote control semitrucks; trucking a house; pickleball barges; and a Somali pirate-hunting cruise.Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the best ways to get the most return on that precious marketing budget. Our guest, Sean McGillicuddy, Chief Revenue Officer at Tai is breaking down the best places to spend and maybe some that aren’t worth the investment. 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

FreightWaves’ Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss trends in the retail industry and SONAR data. 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 warehouse automation and improvement within the life sciences category. Our guests, Charlie Reverte, President and COO at Gather AI and Scott Swanson, Director of Operation and Engineering at Langham Logistics, join us to breakdown the drone advancement in warehouses. 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 683 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to Cargado co-founder and CEO Matt Silver. Silver just got back from Mastermind and is here to talk about the rise of nearshoring, why he isn’t buying Coyote, cross-border trends and the Cargado story.Motive’s Hamish Woodrow breaks down their latest freight market report covering carrier contractions, warehouse truck visits, fuel and the overall health of the freight economy. Reliance Partners’ Joe Schreiner discusses the implications of New Jersey hiking truck insurance minimums to $1.5 million. Premiums could rise 40%-60% under the new rule. We’ll find out how this will impact capacity, interstate laws and your fleet.Plus, FMCSA vs. predatory leases, trolling double brokers, maggots on a plane and massive ships.Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rachelle Baker, Director, Culture and Driver Services with Canadian-based Searcy Trucking, Ltd., joins Jeremy Reymer as they discuss the importance of company culture, how to improve retention, and much more. Special thanks to the show’s sponsors! Career Now Brands NTI Infiniti-I Workhound Asurint Transportation Marketing Group Seiza Drive My Way Driverreach F| Staff Trucksafe If you’re interested in joining the show or being a sponsor, please email jeremy@takingthehireroad.com.Follow the Taking The Hire Road PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zach and Tony discuss how regulations and targeting symptoms of underlying problems can create increased inefficiency in supply chains.Follow the Freightonomics PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest: Chris Stadler, VTNA program marketing manager, Long Haul Topic: Work on the new Volvo VNL long-haul truck began a year before the current version debuted in 2017. It is about 90% new and will be the platform for future autonomous, electrified and hydrogen fuel cell models.Follow the Truck Tech PodcastOther FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 682 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by GateGo founder and CEO Adrian Garcia. Garcia recently purchased a pair of Apple Vision Pros and is here to tell us how they can apply to supply chain. We’ll also learn how GateGo is eliminating manual data entry and making your yard more efficient.Zuum co-founder Mustafa Azizi predicts that 2024 will be a comeback year for the freight market. We’ll find out what he’s seeing out there and what he’s hearing on the street at the Stifel conference in Miami. Metafora’s Chief Growth Officer Ryan Schreiber shares the importance of freight mix; what we can learn from RXO; and the buzz around AI.Norton Transport VP Justin Scott talks about his company hitting the $100 million revenue milestone and their announcement of a major expansion in San Antonio. We’ll find out how they’re winning. Plus, have you ever found love at a truckstop; Waymo attacked; plane crash in Naples; and more.Watch on YouTubeVisit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices