Truckin’ On w/ Ward Richmond

Trucker: James Ewing

After a brief hiatus, Ward Richmond is back at Truckin' On HQ alongside James "Jimmy the Kid" Ewing to break down the massive DFW Industrial Market Midyear Report. The first half of the year shattered expectations with over 70 million square feet in leasing activity, super-tight big-box inventory, and an unprecedented surge in AI data center and 3PL demand.

Connect with James Ewing: ⁠⁠

Website: ⁠James Ewing⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠James Ewing⁠

Instagram: ⁠@jamesewing09

Connect with Ward Richmond

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠TruckinOn.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Ward Richmond⁠⁠⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@iamward333⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠@truckinonnn⁠⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Truckin' On w/ Ward Richmond⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠Supply Chain Real Estate⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Trucker: Greg Gordon

What happens when a high-level builder confronts his deepest primal fears and trades an ego-driven mindset for radical spiritual peace? This week, Ward Richmond is joined by Greg Gordon—the founder of Gordon Highlander and a true force in the Texas construction industry. Greg shares a raw, unscripted look into the hard work of emotional regulation and sobriety, beginning with a "shell-shocking" episode cancellation that transformed into a profound masterclass on compassion and leadership.

Connect with Greg Gordon: ⁠⁠LinkedIn

Connect with Ward Richmond

Website: ⁠⁠⁠TruckinOn.com⁠⁠⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠Ward Richmond⁠⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠@iamward333⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠@truckinonnn⁠⁠

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠Truckin' On w/ Ward Richmond⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠Supply Chain Real Estate⁠⁠⁠

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Trucker: David Pinsel

What happens when a high-powered attorney sees a landlord roll up in a Ferrari and decides to change his entire life? This week, Ward Richmond is joined by David Pinsel—the former Managing Director of Colliers Dallas and a true titan of the industry. David shares the "origin story" of their 14-year friendship, beginning with the day he took a chance on a young, "rough around the edges" broker named Ward Richmond.

Connect with David Pinsel: ⁠LinkedIn ⁠

Connect with Ward Richmond

Website: ⁠⁠TruckinOn.com⁠⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠⁠Ward Richmond⁠⁠

Instagram: ⁠⁠@iamward333⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠@truckinonnn⁠

⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠Truckin' On w/ Ward Richmond⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠Supply Chain Real Estate⁠⁠

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The Kingmaker Playbook: Trade the "individual contributor" mindset for the legacy of building an elite brokerage squad. Subscribe for more unfiltered CRE wisdom.

Trucker: Tom Pearson

What does it take to survive and thrive for 50 years in the cutthroat world of Texas Commercial Real Estate? This week, Ward Richmond is joined by a true industry legend, Tom Pearson—the man who helped shape Ward’s own career—to reflect on a half-century of deals, transitions, and the evolution of the industrial market.

Connect with Tom Pearson: LinkedIn

Connect with Ward Richmond

Website: ⁠TruckinOn.com⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠Ward Richmond⁠

Instagram: ⁠@iamward333⁠ - ⁠@truckinonnn

⁠YouTube: ⁠Truckin' On w/ Ward Richmond⁠ - ⁠Supply Chain Real Estate⁠

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The Brokerage Masterclass: Kill the "solo performer" ego and learn the power of the 50/50 partnership. Subscribe for more unfiltered CRE wisdom.

Trucker: Jason Burt

What happens when a top-tier producer hits the "market peak" of an entire ecosystem and decides to trade a comfortable lead for the most competitive arena on the planet? This week, Ward Richmond is joined live at the iconic Chateau Marmont in Hollywood by music producer and songwriter Jason Burt to discuss the high-stakes transition from the Dallas scene to the global stage of Los Angeles, the brutal "economics of success," and the psychological shift required to scale a business beyond its local ceiling.

Connect with Jason Burt:Instagram: @jrb.jrb.jrb.jrb.jrb

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The Proximity Power Play: Whether navigating creative risks or industrial real estate ROI, master the "Automation Epiphany" to scale your business past its local ceiling. Hit Follow for more.

Trucker: Carl Ewert

What happens when a "failed" banking psychological test, a revolutionary shift in tenant representation, and the legendary Roger Staubach collide? This week, Ward Richmond is joined by Dallas commercial real estate icon, Carl Ewert—a man who helped scale The Staubach Company from a 8-person team to a national powerhouse of 1,800 employees—to discuss the grit, the grind, and the absolute independence required to build a real estate empire.

Connect with Carl Ewert:LinkedIn: Carl Ewert

Connect with Ward Richmond:Website: TruckinOn.comLinkedIn: Ward RichmondInstagram: @iamward333 - @truckinonnnYouTube: Truckin' On w/ Ward Richmond - Supply Chain Real EstateTruckin On theme song: Spotify - Apple

The Texas Tech Grind: Master the tenacity of the "self-funded" student and the clarity of conflict-free brokerage. Whether you’re navigating the corporate politics of the banking world or scaling a national service firm, stay ahead of the eight ball by learning when to lead and, more importantly, when to trust in the power of prayer and the strength to receive help. Hit Follow for more.

Trucker: Molly Symns

What happens when a 30-year high school reunion, a sobriety slip-up, and a series of "divine winks" collide? This week, Ward Richmond is joined by his long-time friend, Molly Symns—a veteran of the airline industry and a seeker of spiritual truth—to discuss the raw, unfiltered journey of reclaiming one’s soul from the depths of a "shame spiral.

Connect with Molly Symns:

LinkedIn: Molly Symns

Instagram: Molly Symns

Connect with Ward Richmond:

Website: TruckinOn.com

LinkedIn: Ward Richmond

Instagram: @iamward333 - @truckinonnn

YouTube: Truckin' On w/ Ward Richmond - Supply Chain Real Estate

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The Divine Wink: Master the vulnerability of the "shame spiral" and the clarity of 4-minute breathwork. Whether you’re navigating the drinking culture of the airline industry or a 30-year high school reunion, stay ahead of the eight ball by trusting the signs and choosing presence over perfection. Hit Follow for more.

Trucker: Corbin Blount

What happens when a multi-million dollar industrial lease is on the line and you’re given an ultimatum: sign by noon or lose the building? This week, Ward Richmond is joined by Corbin Blount—Principal at Lee & Associates—to break down the high-stakes reality of the DFW industrial market.

Connect with Corbin Blount:Website: ⁠Corbin Blount | Lee & Associates⁠LinkedIn: ⁠Corbin Blount⁠

Connect with Ward Richmond:Website: ⁠TruckinOn.com⁠LinkedIn: ⁠Ward Richmond⁠Instagram: ⁠@iamward333⁠ - ⁠@truckinonnn⁠YouTube: ⁠Truckin' On w/ Ward Richmond⁠ - ⁠Supply Chain Real Estate⁠Truckin On theme song: ⁠Spotify⁠ - ⁠Apple⁠

The Waiter’s Hustle: Master the grit of the offensive line and the urgency of a "Real Estate Gods" deadline. Whether you're selling popcorn or multi-million dollar leases, stay ahead of the eight ball by putting the service of the client first. Hit Follow for more.

Trucker: Dan Cook

What happens when a 40-year career at the peak of the industrial real estate world is suddenly sidelined by the fight of a lifetime? This week, Ward Richmond is joined by Dallas real estate legend Dan Cook—returning to the spotlight to share an unfiltered account of his journey through the high-stakes world of Cushman & Wakefield and his grueling battle with throat cancer.

Connect with Dan Cook:

LinkedIn: Dan Cook

Company: DWC Reality Advisors LLC

Connect with Ward Richmond:

Website: TruckinOn.com

LinkedIn: Ward Richmond

Instagram: @iamward333 - @truckinonnn

YouTube: Truckin' On w/ Ward Richmond - Supply Chain Real Estate

Truckin On theme song: Spotify - Apple

The Bottom Line: In this industry, we’re trained to fight for the deal, but some battles are personal. Whether you’re navigating a market meltdown or a health crisis, remember that your legacy is built on how you handle the struggle. Hit that Follow button and let us know your thoughts on Dan’s incredible journey.

Trucker: James Ewing

What happens when the biggest warehouses in Texas start disappearing? This week, Ward Richmond is joined by James Ewing—reporting live from Miami—to break down the explosive state of the DFW industrial market. From record-breaking absorption numbers to the surreal news of a million-square-foot warehouse being converted into an ICE detention center, the guys pull no punches on where the market is headed in 2026.

Connect with James Ewing:

Website: James Ewing

LinkedIn: James Ewing

Instagram: @jamesewing09

Connect with Ward Richmond:

Website: ⁠TruckinOn.com⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠Ward Richmond⁠

Instagram: ⁠@iamward333⁠ - ⁠@truckinonnn⁠

YouTube: ⁠Truckin' On w/ Ward Richmond⁠ - ⁠Supply Chain Real Estate⁠

Truckin On theme song: ⁠Spotify⁠ - ⁠Apple⁠

Stay Aggressive: Don’t just watch the market—make your move while maintaining the balance in your favor. Whether you're navigating the rise of AI or the scarcity of big-box space, remember that being a "thought partner" with new technology is the only way to stay ahead of the eight ball. Don't forget to hit that Follow button and let us know what you want to hear next.