On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with James McDaniel, serves as editor for Bulk Transporter and Refrigerated Transporter magazines, bringing two decades of journalism experience to the trucking industry.

Jason discusses his commitment to preserving print magazines despite industry trends toward digital-only content, and why physical publications still matter for connecting communities. Jason shares his perspective on SEO versus quality storytelling, the overwhelming nature of data in both media and trucking operations, and how telematics creates similar challenges for fleet operators. He talks about the role of AI in journalism and trucking.

Listen to this episode to hear how Jason is shaping the future of trucking media while staying true to the fundamentals of good storytelling and community connection.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Jason's background in journalism and his transition into trucking media over the past 20 years
• The mission of Bulk Transporter and Refrigerated Transporter magazines to share best practices and spotlight industry leaders
• The historical connection between the magazines and the National Tank Truck Carriers association since 1937
• The fight to preserve print magazines in an industry moving toward digital-only content
• The challenges of SEO-focused content versus in-depth storytelling and quality journalism
• The proper role of AI in journalism and business operations

Connect with Jason on LinkedIn HERE.

Want to learn more about Jason’s work? Check out Bulk Transporter, Refrigerated Transporter magazines website HERE.

Check out EndeavorB2B, Jason’s parent company website HERE

Check out EndeavorB2B, Jason’s parent company podcast, The Fleet Lead HERE.

Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.

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On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with Ed Nagle III, CEO of Nagle Companies, a transportation business grounded in dignity, respect, and genuine care for people.

Ed shared his philosophy on leading by example and treating employees as family rather than just workers. He talks about the importance of continous improvement through both technology and process refinement, the value of learning in motivating teams, and how staying connected through industry conferences and vendor relationships helps guide innovation. Ed opens up about his faith-based moral compass and how doing what's right guides his decision-making. He explains how success at Nagle Companies depends on investing in people, building relationships over chasing volumes, and contributing to the community through various charitable activities.

Tune in to discover how dignity and respect transform workplace culture and why investing in people's growth creates stronger business outcomes.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Ed's philosophy on leading by example through dignity and respect
• How developing employees to their greatest potential benefits the company
• The role of learning in creating motivation and ownership among teams
• Faith-based values as a moral compass for business decisions
• The evolution of technology in transportation and work-life balance
• Building consultative partnerships with vendors to guide innovation

Connect with Ed on LinkedIn HERE.

Want to learn more about Ed's work? Check out Nagle Companies website HERE.

Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.

Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

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On this episode of On the Front Line: The Safety, Learning & Operations Podcast, Dr. Gina Anderson speaks with Amy Roosa, founder and CEO of the Safety Rack, a nonprofit organization working to close the personal protective equipment gap for women across all industries.

Amy shares her journey from safety professional to nonprofit founder. She experienced firsthand the challenges of wearing men's extra-large safety gear when she needed a medium or small. Amy explains her three founding principles of education, research, and advocacy through what she calls the "Errors Initiative." She opens up about the importance of listening to understand rather than respond. Amy believes that stopping to truly hear women's experiences was her breakthrough moment at a 2018 safety conference.

Tune in to discover how Amy's quiet leadership is building community and moving the industry toward safer workplaces for everyone.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Amy's journey from safety professional to nonprofit founder
• The Safety Rack's mission to close the PPE gap for women workers
• Research findings showing injury rates linked to poorly fitting safety equipment
• The three founding principles: education, research, and advocacy (the "Errors Initiative")
• How listening and understanding drives meaningful change in workplace safety
• The importance of data in convincing employers and manufacturers to make changes
• Innovation emerging in women-specific safety equipment over the past five years
• Building community and connection within the safety industry
• Leading with purpose while facing barriers and skeptics

Connect with Amy on LinkedIn HERE.

Want to learn more about Amy's work? Check out The Safety Rack website HERE.

Check out the Luma Brighter Learning website HERE.

Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

Subscribe to On the Frontline for more insights on safety, compliance, learning, and operations in the world of mobile, distributed, and high-risk workforces.