FreightCasts

In this episode, we break down the new FMCSA broker transparency rule. Our guest, Robert Fortmeyer, General Counsel Circle Logistics, breaks down the ins and outs of the proposed rule and its impacts on the industry. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 790 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner and Dredging Contractors of America’s William Doyle spill the tea on the real talk behind the ILA-USMX contract, what ratification means and how tariffs work.National Association of Waterfront Employers President and former Federal Maritime Commissioner Carl Bentzel takes a look at the deal between the International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance from the labor perspective. What does this mean for East Coast and West Coast port unions and labor moving forward?Plus, trucking gets snowed out; Transportation companies mobilize to support LA fire relief efforts; Lego ports; and National Championship predictions.Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.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

On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss numerous trends for retailers and CPG companies in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shaun Lezer, Professional CDL driver of over a decade, joins Jeremy Reymer, founder of DriverReach and PROJECT 61, to discuss the challenges drivers face while delivering the nation’s good - especially physical and mental health. Shaun shares what motivated him to make some critical decisions to improve his health, and discusses the importance of taking small steps in the right direction.Special thanks to the show’s sponsors!DriverReach (https://www.driverreach.com)Project 61 (https://project-61.org/)Lanefinder (https://www.lanefinder.com/)The National Transportation Institute (https://driverwages.com/)Career Now Brands (https://careernowbrands.com/)Rockerbox (https://www.rockerbox.com/)Appcast (https://www.appcast.io/)Trucksuite (https://trucksuite.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/)If you’re interested in joining the show or being a sponsor, please email jeremy@takingthehireroad.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 789 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to FreightWaves’ Stuart Chirls about a potential International Longshoremen’s Association strike that could shut down ports from Maine to Texas on Jan. 15. They’ll also look at the U.S.’s interest in buying Greenland, Trump’s decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico and the impact of wildfires in Los Angeles.Loadsmith just sold its brokerage unit to FreightVana. We’ll learn all about the deal from Loadsmith CEO Brett Suma.Plus, somehow Trevor Milton returned; most unique city in the world; and more.Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.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

In this episode, we dive into the year long recap and review comeFor more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode 788 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Firecrown / FreightWaves’ CEO and founder Craig Fuller to talk about his latest acquisition: the largest train set in the world.We’ll find out how Fuller saved EnterTRAINment Junction’s exhibits and his plans to bring the Museum of Motion to Chattanooga, TN.Plus, Blair blasts freight and a look at the market.Catch new shows live at noon EDT Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on FreightWaves LinkedIn, Facebook, X or YouTube, or on demand by looking up WHAT THE TRUCK?!? on your favorite podcast player and at 5 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Channel 146.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

On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss fraudulent returns, zone-skipping, and the freight markets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Clayton, Global Head of Sales at Nikola Motor Company, sat down with Craig and JP onstage at the Future of Freight Festival (F3) in Chattanooga. They discuss the favorable regulatory environment and ESG environment for zero-emission vehicles, the economics and use cases of battery-electric and hydrogen fuel cell trucks, and how Nikola's production in Arizona is accelerating. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, it’s the year in review with FreightWaves’ Grace Sharkey and Thomas Wasson. We break down missed predictions for 2024 and make some for 2025. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices