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  • WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP642 Convoy cancels all loads; why freight companies fail; and unpopular opinions

    On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by FreightWaves Craig Fuller to discuss breaking news about Convoy potentially shutting down.  


    Shatranj Capital Partners’ Brittain Ladd stops by to break down supply chain strategy. Who is making the right moves; what went down at Flexport; where is the money going; what M&A needs to happen now; and what companies are about to become zombies if they don’t change?


    FreightWaves’ Thomas Wasson talks about why brokers are on the brink; the economic impact of the UAW strike; and J.B. Hunt’s earnings. 


    FreightWaves’ Justin Martin and Thomas Wasson talk about freight’s most unpopular opinions; a trucker organization in need of help; and the worst ways to die at work.


    Steam’s Lee Britain explains why his team threw 48 water balloons at Steve Cox. He’ll also let us know how they’ve kept the gongs ringing in a down market.


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    1 hr 3 min
  • Rethink Reshoring EP15 Interview with Guy Letendre - UAMMI on Advanced Materials Research for Transportation
    1. Explain what UAMMI is and how it came about. Why is this organization in Utah? (aerospace development, military, etc)
    2. Tell us about composites, I understand they are not metal – they are petroleum products as strong as metals. Are they all 3D printed? What are the particular uses of these materials?
    3. UAMMI is also an administrator of public funds – public/private partnership aerospace and defense, outdoor sports, and medical products – how do you coordinate with these partners?
    4. What kinds of support do you offer to manufacturers? Do you have events?
    5. I know that you also partner with CONNEX – please explain what services are offered by CONNEX
    6. What about workforce development? Partnerships with Utah universities?
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      29 min
    8. Check Call EP95 A dive into On-Demand Fulfillment and Warehousing

      In this episode, we dive deep into the world of on-demand fulfillment and warehousing. Our guest, Steve Denton, CEO of Ware2Go, shares his expertise on how companies are leveraging technology, automation, and innovative strategies to meet the ever-evolving demands of modern supply chains. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast.

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      28 min
    9. The Stockout EP92 Consumer debt continues to mount

      FreightWaves’ Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss the impact of rising consumer debt levels, Instacart, the impact of growth in the freight brokerage industry, and Rite Aid’s bankruptcy.

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      29 min
    10. WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP641 Driver shortage myth; ATRI’s top industry issues; how seals work

      On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by FreightWaves’ Justin Martin to talk about a freight recession like none other. We’ll find out why one expert is saying the industry won’t normalize until 2025.


      Is the driver shortage a myth? Rates and freight tender rejections sure say so. We’ll break down why this myth keeps getting perpetuated by the media.


      Pay, parking and fuel prices top ATRI’s list of key issues. We’ll break down the latest list covering both carrier and driver concerns.


      Cambridge Security Seals’ Claudia Coetzer teaches us everything we ever wanted to know about the humble world of seals.


      Travelers’ Tim Drucker educates us on the difference between inland and marine cargo insurance.


      Plus, toughest delivery locations; amusement parks for dads; unique sleep cabs; and Taylor Swift fans storm AMC.


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      1 hr 3 min
    11. Running on Ice EP63 Preserving Packaging Perfection

      In this episode, we delve into the world of cold chain packaging with a seasoned expert, Steve Vondra, Vice President of Operations & Sales at SCL Cold Chain. Discover the strategies, innovations, and best practices behind designing packaging solutions that safeguard the integrity of temperature-sensitive products during transit. For more information subscribe to Running on Ice the newsletter or podcast.

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      27 min
    12. WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP640 How to ship a manatee; Flexport cuts 20% of global workforce; and the war in Israel

      On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about DHL Express joining forces with four zoological institutions to fly eight manatees more than 1,000 miles back to their temporary Florida homes. We’ll learn from Joe Collopy at DHL and Becky Ellsworth at the Columbus Zoo the logistics of hauling manatees for rehabilitation. 


      FreightWaves’ Greg Miller looks at global shipping’s new flash point, Israel. He lays out how shipping executives are preparing for the conflict.


      AIT Worldwide Logistics’ Angela Mancuso discusses the hiring market for freight forwarders. How hard is it to find employees, are there opportunities and what’s the value of building a skilled workforce?


      F Staff founder and CEO Justin Clarke talks about the business of placing drivers. We’ll learn what the job market is like right now for truckers.


      Plus, Flexport cuts 20% of its global staff; two trucking companies shut down; a port tour; how not to deal with a flat tire; and more.


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      1 hr 4 min

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