Episodios

  • Running on Ice | Scaling and developing shelf-life predictions

    Running on Ice | Scaling and developing shelf-life predictions
    Jan 9 2026
    In this episode, we dive into the world of freshness and shelf-lives. Our guest, Karl McDermott, General Manager, UBQ Network and Chief Saas Officer at DeltaTrak, breaks down DeltaTraks’s Freshness Index and how getting days back into shelf life is possible. For more information, subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast. Follow the Running on Ice Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 m
  • WHAT THE TRUCK?!? | The Broker Blueprint

    WHAT THE TRUCK?!? | The Broker Blueprint
    Jan 9 2026
    On this Friday edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris breaks down the biggest stories shaping freight right now — from layoffs and carrier consolidation to aggressive DOT enforcement and tightening compliance standards — before diving into two powerhouse conversations that deliver a true blueprint for brokerage success. First up: Malcolm is joined by Trent Tulloh, CEO & Founder of Forever Freight Broker, for a no-nonsense discussion on: Why relationships (not AI) are the future of brokerage How to build trust with carriers and shippers Training brokers the right way Why paying carriers fairly drives long-term growth What new brokers are getting wrong — and how to fix it Then Malcolm sits down in-studio with Seth Shaver, EVP of Sales at Steam Logistics, for a candid conversation on: Grit, resilience, and longevity in freight sales Building winning teams and culture in tough markets Leadership lessons from scaling through multiple market cycles What young brokers must understand to survive and thrive This episode is packed with real talk, practical insight, and hard-earned lessons from leaders who’ve lived the freight grind — not just talked about it. ⁠Watch on YouTube⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the WTT newsletter⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠More FreightWaves Podcasts⁠ #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 m
  • The Daily | 2026 AV Bill, Illegal Foreign CDLs in NC & Dart Transit Acquired

    The Daily | 2026 AV Bill, Illegal Foreign CDLs in NC & Dart Transit Acquired
    Jan 9 2026
    Join us for a deep dive into the "SELF DRIVE Act" of 2026, a bipartisan bill aiming to dismantle state-level regulatory patchworks for autonomous trucking. This legislation promises legal certainty for cab-less truck designs and establishes a national safety data repository to replace fragmented reporting mandates. We also analyze the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's plan to restore the 30-day automatic emergency relief window for hours-of-service rules. This reversal addresses the uncertainty and delays caused by the previous 14-day limit during recent disasters like the Key Bridge collapse and regional hurricanes. The conversation shifts to a critical compliance failure in North Carolina, where a DOT audit revealed that over half of commercial licenses issued to foreign drivers were illegal. The state now faces a potential $50 million funding loss and decertification of its CDL program if immediate corrective actions aren't taken. On the business front, we cover the acquisition of Dart Transit by Avkha Equity Holdings, marking the end of nine decades of family ownership for the Minnesota-based carrier. Additionally, we look at the revolving door at the Federal Maritime Commission as longtime Chief of Staff Mary Thien Hoang departs for a partner role at a D.C. lobbying firm. Finally, we explore why analysts have upgraded American Airlines and Sun Country, citing a robust recovery in air travel and resilient cargo operations. Sun Country’s hybrid model and partnership with Amazon are highlighted as key drivers for substantial free cash flow projections. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 m
  • Morning Minute | 2026 SELF DRIVE Act, Freight Job Cuts & USPS Reform

    Morning Minute | 2026 SELF DRIVE Act, Freight Job Cuts & USPS Reform
    Jan 9 2026
    In this episode of the FreightWaves Morning Minute, we discuss how the 2026 AV bill a game changer for heavy trucking aims to replace a patchwork of state regulations with a unified federal framework for autonomous vehicles. The legislation would allow driverless, cab-less trucks to move from testing tracks to interstate commerce, marking a major shift for the industry. The new year has started on a rough note, as Layoffs, bankruptcies batter U.S. logistics and manufacturing at start of 2026 with over 2,200 workers losing their jobs in just the first few weeks. Rising operating costs and shrinking demand have forced widespread restructuring and Chapter 11 filings across the supply chain sector. Finally, we look at why Prolonged post office closures focus of House bill, forcing the USPS to create a transparent database for service suspensions. Tune in for these stories and a look at today's lineup on FreightWaves TV, including new episodes of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? and Running on Ice. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    2 m
  • Freightonomics | New year, no inventory

    Freightonomics | New year, no inventory
    Jan 8 2026
    Dr. Zac Rogers comes on to discuss the historic drawdown on inventory levels in December’s LMI. ⁠Follow the Freightonomics Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 m
  • Bring It Home | Reindustrialization: the year in review

    Bring It Home | Reindustrialization: the year in review
    Jan 8 2026
    Is the U.S. built to make things, or just regulate them? On this end-of-year episode of Bring It Home, JP Hampstead breaks down trillions in manufacturing and industrial investment announcements from 2025, with many tied to direct negotiations with the Trump White House, and what they actually mean for America’s re-industrialization push. JP also dives into a powerful idea from Breakneck: China’s Quest to Engineer the Future by Dan Wang, reviewed by Charles Yang in American Affairs: China as an engineering state and America as a "lawyerly" society. ⁠Follow the Bring It Home Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 m
  • The Daily | Why Freight Brokers Lose $19 Per Load, CSX Layoffs & CA CDL Crackdown

    The Daily | Why Freight Brokers Lose $19 Per Load, CSX Layoffs & CA CDL Crackdown
    Jan 8 2026
    In this episode of The Daily, we uncover why many freight brokers are structurally losing roughly $19 on every load despite seemingly stable contract rates. We break down the "negative operating leverage trap" detailed in How are Freight Brokers Staying Afloat? that is forcing companies to burn cash while desperately chasing volume. The conversation shifts to the rail sector, where CSX lays off 5% of management staff, furloughs conductors in a move that signals a permanent shift toward leaner operations. These deep cuts reflect a broader industry trend of redrawing profitable baselines amidst challenging economic conditions and declining high-margin traffic. Regulatory pressure is also intensifying, as the DOT strips California of $160M over foreign truckers for failing to revoke thousands of unlawfully issued commercial driver's licenses. This systemic collapse in the state's licensing process threatens to tighten capacity further in the stressed West Coast freight market. We also examine compliance risks, highlighting a case where an air cargo contractor reimburses Postal Service for fraudulent billing after falsifying delivery scans to avoid late penalties. This recurring pattern of fraud underscores the rigorous compliance demands fleets must manage alongside financial pressures. Physical risks are escalating as well, with new analysis on Minneapolis, 1992, and What Fleets Need to Know About the Insurrection Act as state and federal tensions create volatile conditions for urban logistics. Fleet operators are urged to prioritize real-time visibility and safety training to navigate these potential disruptions effectively. Finally, we look at market data where U.S. Bank, DAT launch quarterly truck freight rates report showing that carrier capacity is quietly shrinking while contract rates hold steady. This disconnect raises the critical question of which sector will force a necessary margin reset in the coming year. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    6 m
  • The Long Haul | Who Is Fighting for the American Trucker – A Straight Talk with Harvey Beech

    The Long Haul | Who Is Fighting for the American Trucker – A Straight Talk with Harvey Beech
    Jan 8 2026
    Truck drivers don’t need another feel-good message. They want honesty. In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Harvey Beech, co-founder of American Truckers United, a third-generation trucking operator who has lived every side of this industry — company driver, small fleet owner, and long-haul carrier. Harvey speaks plainly about what many drivers feel but few are willing to say out loud: how immigration policy intersects with trucking, why wages have been compressed, how safety standards have eroded, and why the sacrifices of seasoned American drivers often go ignored. This is not a political episode. It’s a reality check — from someone who was born into trucking and never left it. ⁠Follow The Long Haul Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 30 m
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