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Join Steve DeNunzio (Professor of Logistics at The Ohio State University) and his co-host Ellie as they navigate the important logistics news and hot topics of the week.... more
FAQs about Milestones: Behind the Freight Curtain:How many episodes does Milestones: Behind the Freight Curtain have?The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.
December 09, 2025Santa’s Logistics: Magic Meets Optimization (12/9/25)Ellie and Steve unwrap the extraordinary logistics behind Santa Claus's one-night global delivery challenge, from the mathematics of route planning to creative “staff” scheduling for reindeer. They’ll explore how real-world supply chains can borrow tricks from Santa—including advanced forecasting and network optimization—to solve the season’s biggest supply and demand puzzles....more10minPlay
November 18, 2025Cargo Theft on the Rise (11/18/25)Ellie and Steve break down the latest surge in cargo thefts, explore how sophisticated crime networks have adapted their tactics, and discuss the wide-reaching impact on fleets, consumers, and the supply chain. Real-life stories and fresh data paint a vivid picture of supply chain security challenges worldwide....more9minPlay
November 11, 2025Raising a Toast to the Bourbon Supply Chain (11/11/25)Steve and Ellie dig into bourbon’s new economic records, the headwinds from global trade wars, and how Kentucky’s iconic spirit industry is reimagining growth and sustainability in 2025. Featuring small-business struggles, global export tensions, and bold innovations from the heart of bourbon country....more11minPlay
November 04, 2025The Messina Bridge Dream (11/4/25)Ellie and Steve dive into the ambitious and controversial plan to build the world's longest suspension bridge over the Strait of Messina, connecting Sicily to the Italian mainland. They explore the history, engineering marvels, and the complex political and environmental challenges facing the project....more12minPlay
October 28, 2025Egypt, Europe, and the Suez Canal Crisis (10/28/25)Ellie and Steve explore how the Suez Canal crisis is straining Egypt’s economy, rippling into European business, and prompting new trade and security deals. They unpack the impact of Red Sea disruptions on global shipping and inflation, and discuss growing migration pressures in the region. Through real-world examples and lively conversation, discover why what happens at the Suez Canal matters everywhere....more10minPlay
October 21, 2025Arctic Route Shakes Up Global Shipping (10/21/25)Ellie and Steve discuss the historic Arctic voyage of a Chinese freighter that cut shipping times to Europe in half, how Arctic warming is rewriting global trade routes, and the geopolitical and sustainability ripples this breakthrough is sending through the industry....more9minPlay
September 30, 2025Inside CSCMP EDGE 2025: Where Supply Chain Leaders Unite (9/30/25)Ellie and Steve dive into EDGE 2025, supply chain’s premier event, where bold ideas, industry leaders, and breakthrough innovations converge to shape the future. They break down what makes this conference a can’t-miss for anyone passionate about logistics and supply chain management....more11minPlay
September 23, 2025AI-Powered Resilience in Global Supply Chains (9/23/25)Ellie and Steve explore how artificial intelligence is transforming supply chain management, from predictive disruption alerts at GM to next-gen weather models and cybersecurity. They spotlight real-world examples where data-driven tools help companies stay agile and resilient in the face of increasing volatility and complexity....more13minPlay
September 16, 2025Game Changers in Supply Chain Tech (9/16/25)Ellie and Steve break down the week’s biggest innovations: cloud-powered warehouses, AI-driven transparency, and pioneering academic-industry collaborations. Get inside stories on how leading companies and student innovators are reshaping the future of logistics with technology and sustainability....more12minPlay
September 09, 2025Sky High: The Drone Delivery Revolution (9/9/25)Ellie and Steve explore how drone delivery has moved from tech demo to a transformative force in last-mile logistics. From regulatory breakthroughs and economics to real-life deployments in retail and restaurants, they dig into the major players, roadblocks, and global expansion shaping the new era of logistics....more12minPlay
FAQs about Milestones: Behind the Freight Curtain:How many episodes does Milestones: Behind the Freight Curtain have?The podcast currently has 23 episodes available.