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April 24 Scaling A Freight Brokerage | Episode 339
You can have authority, a license, and customers—but still not have a real brokerage, just a founder doing everything until growth turns into chaos. Scaling usually fails not from lack of freight, but because the operation can’t handle the volume without structure, clear roles, and strong leadership.
We break down how to build processes, avoid common hiring mistakes, and stop being the bottleneck so your business can actually grow.

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April 21 Spot Market Pricing For Freight Brokers | Final Mile 138
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:
💰 Carrier rates, margins, shipper pricing basics
⏱️ Handling unexpected 24-hour trailer drops
🔍 Alternatives to Highway for carrier vetting

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April 17 60 Minutes Investigates Chameleon Carriers - Here’s The Real Story | Episode 338
We break down the 60 Minutes investigation into chameleon carriers and the Super Ego allegations, adding real-world industry context on what’s legit vs. outright fraud—and why weak onboarding and identity verification create major vulnerabilities.
From rate con fraud to ELD manipulation, we cover how these schemes work and share practical broker SOPs and vetting strategies to catch red flags early and protect your business.

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58 min
April 03 How To Price RFP Freight When The Market Flips & More Q&A | Episode 337
Freight markets flip fast—one week you’re competitive, the next you’re underwater—so we break down how to price RFP and contract freight, manage risk, and avoid paper rates. We also cover tracking tech that actually works, plus the realities of being a 1099 agent and what separates brokers who thrive from those who burn out.

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March 31 Rate Cons That Prevent Surety Bond Claims | Final Mile 136
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:
⚖️ Fining Carriers The Right Way vs Wrong Way
🚛 Dispatch Services: Pros & Cons
🌴 Florida Peak Season Strategy

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March 27 How To Teach A Dispatcher To Cover Loads Without Guesswork | Episode 336
Most brokers don’t stall because they can’t sell—they stall because they’re stuck doing ops and don’t know how to train help without losing quality. This episode breaks down how to hire and train a dispatcher so you can scale without burnout.
We also cover the current market—tight capacity, rising rates, and spot vs. contract tension—and walk through a practical dispatcher workflow, carrier sourcing, and negotiation tactics that actually work in today’s environment.

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March 24 "Cash App Me The Money And Trust Me Bro" | Final Mile 135
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:
💸 Getting Paid via Cash App? Is it normal or a red flag for carriers?
📊 Best Way to Find Loads? Are load boards enough or is there a better strategy?
⚖️ Broker Bankruptcy? File on the bond only or use a collection agency too?
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March 20 Your “Full Integration” That Does Nothing | Episode 335
“Integrated” freight software isn’t always as seamless as it sounds. We break down where TMS integrations fall short—and how those gaps can lead to stolen loads, compliance misses, or hidden service issues.
We cover what to ask about carrier vetting tools, why timing and visibility matter, and how terms like API vs. webhook impact real-time data. Bottom line: messy data doesn’t get fixed by better tech or AI—it just scales the problem.

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March 17 Factoring Fees, Fuel Surcharges, And Freight Weight | Final Mile 134
Nate Cross & Ben Kowalski answer your freight brokering questions and discuss:
💳 Best factoring companies and typical freight broker factoring rates
⛽ What happens to fuel surcharges when diesel prices rise
⚖️ Why shipment weight matters so much to motor carriers

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16 min
March 13 Preventing Claims Nightmares With Simple Proof | Episode 334
A single freight claim can wipe out a month of profit if the basics aren’t handled right. In this episode, we break down why claims spiral—unclear ownership, weak documentation, missing PODs, and insurance blind spots—and share real examples of where things went wrong and how to prevent them.
We also cover the key checkpoints at pickup and delivery, how FOB terms affect responsibility, and why relying on contingent cargo or reefer breakdown coverage can backfire. The solution: tighter carrier vetting, clearer rate confirmations, and a solid claims playbook to protect your margins.

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It's the Freight360 podcast from Freight Broker Sales tips to Sports Talk. This podcast is all about helping you grow as a Freight Broker with your hosts, Nate Cross and Benjamin…