Episodios

  • Why 90% of New Drivers Quit in the First Year | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

    Why 90% of New Drivers Quit in the First Year | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
    Mar 16 2026
    Malcolm and The Dude kick things off with a lighthearted discussion about March Madness brackets and the unexpected snowy weather in Chattanooga before diving into a heavy-hitting lineup of industry experts. Episode Highlights • State of Women in Trucking: Samantha Greene, Regional Underwriting Officer at Travelers, joins the show for her first podcast appearance to discuss female representation in the industry. She reveals that while female drivers make up only 4% of long-haul CDL holders, women are making significant gains in leadership roles, holding nearly 28% of C-suite positions and 30% of board seats. • Energy Markets & Geopolitics: Matt Muenster, Chief Economist at Breakthrough, provides an update on the volatile energy landscape. He breaks down current market trends and the impact of the ongoing situation between the U.S. and Iran on fuel and logistics. • AI vs. Human-in-the-Loop: David Julian, CTO at Netradyne, addresses the hot debate in fleet technology. He explores whether AI-driven safety measures or human-in-the-loop systems are more effective at making fleets safer and whether current tech is helping or hindering drivers during critical moments. ⁠Watch on YouTube⁠ ⁠Visit our sponsor - JJ KELLER⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the WTT newsletter⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠More FreightWaves Podcasts⁠ #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 m
  • Why Diesel Prices Just Exploded: The Iran Conflict Explained | Freight Expectations

    Why Diesel Prices Just Exploded: The Iran Conflict Explained | Freight Expectations
    Mar 16 2026
    In this episode of Freight Expectations, hosts Craig Fuller and Matthew Leffler dive deep into the volatile intersection of global conflict and the trucking industry. As tensions rise in the Middle East and fuel prices reach unprecedented daily highs, we break down what this means for everyone from owner-operators to the nation's largest fleets. ⁠Follow the Freight Expectations Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 5 m
  • CPKC Wins STB Ruling, Marad's U.S. Maritime Rebuild, & Universal Logistics' Q4 Plunge | The Morning Minute

    CPKC Wins STB Ruling, Marad's U.S. Maritime Rebuild, & Universal Logistics' Q4 Plunge | The Morning Minute
    Mar 16 2026
    In today's episode, we discuss the recent [decision by the Surface Transportation Board to deny a formal investigation into CPKC's intermodal train operations. This ruling hands a major victory to CPKC by concluding that previous service issues on the Meridian Speedway have already been resolved. Next, we dive into the [Maritime Administration's urgent call to completely rebuild the American shipping and shipbuilding ecosystem. Administrator Stephen Carmel emphasizes that modernizing this supply chain infrastructure through the new Maritime Action Plan is a critical national security imperative to protect against foreign threats. Finally, we break down [Universal Logistics' rough fourth quarter, which saw a sharp decline in profits due to a softening freight market and deepening intermodal losses. Despite overall revenue dropping by 17 percent year-over-year, the company's contract logistics segment remains a stabilizing bright spot for their business. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 m
  • The 4,000-Worker Purge | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

    The 4,000-Worker Purge | WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
    Mar 13 2026
    It’s another “magenta magic” Friday on WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Hosts Malcolm Harris and The Dude (Michael Vincent) are back to break down the latest in logistics, celebrate some retro gaming gifts, and dive deep into the world of automotive transport and warehousing fulfillment.On This Episode:• Retro Gaming & Friday Vibes: The guys kick things off by showing off some new gear, including an Atari and a Nintendo 64 hat, thanks to Matt Kaiser and Axle Logistics.• The Layoff Trough: Malcolm and The Dude discuss a recent report on the 4,000+ layoffs affecting EV battery plants, warehouses, and rail terminals. Is this just the bottom of the trough, or is there more to come?.• WTT Top 10: A brand new segment! We count down the wildest clips in trucking, from forklift couch-surfing in Detroit to Peterbilts in places they definitely shouldn’t be.• David Mendelson (Super Dispatch): A repeat guest joins the show to break down AI in automotive transport. David explains how carriers and brokers are using technology to streamline car hauling—all in plain English, no jargon required.• Dr. Vernard Jenkins II (NightSwift): We sit down with “Dr. V” to discuss his journey from Miami to the leadership ranks of NightSwift Warehousing and Fulfillment. Plus, we talk some serious hoop! Watch on YouTube Visit our sponsor - JJ KELLER Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts #WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 m
  • Ejecting China From American Trucking, Trump's Trade Probes, and Rising Spot Rates | The Morning Minute

    Ejecting China From American Trucking, Trump's Trade Probes, and Rising Spot Rates | The Morning Minute
    Mar 13 2026
    In today's episode, we dive into a recent piece on the legislative push to remove Chinese military-connected companies from U.S. supply chains, highlighting a new bill introduced by Representative Elise Stefanik and Senator Tom Cotton. This proposed legislation enforces strict security certifications across the entire trucking industry, directly impacting everyone from prime defense contractors down to individual owner-operators. Next, we discuss an analysis of the intensifying global tariff fight as the Trump administration launches new trade probes into 16 partner nations, including Mexico and China. These investigations will scrutinize whether foreign industrial overcapacity is flooding the U.S. market with surplus goods, suppressing wages, and threatening domestic investments. Finally, we wrap up the show with an update from Uber Freight's latest market outlook, which warns shippers to prepare for rising spot rates and sudden cross-border disruptions. The report emphasizes that current logistics volatility is being driven by localized, lane-level shocks rather than broad macroeconomic shifts, requiring supply chains to remain highly agile. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    3 m
  • Fog of war | Freightonomics

    Fog of war | Freightonomics
    Mar 12 2026
    The Iranian conflict has added a new layer of complexity to supply chains that were already dealing with a full slate of issues. Dr. Zac Rogers helps unpack the current logistics environment. ⁠Follow the Freightonomics Podcast⁠ ⁠Other FreightWaves Shows⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 m
  • Who’s Killing Trucking? Politics, Policy & The Exploited Driver Behind It All | Brake Check

    Who’s Killing Trucking? Politics, Policy & The Exploited Driver Behind It All | Brake Check
    Mar 12 2026
    Is the trucking industry being pushed to the brink?On this episode of Brake Check, we dive straight into the issues drivers, carriers, and industry leaders are talking about but rarely hear addressed without filters.First, Gord Magill joins the show to break down the degradation of trucking as we know it and what he exposes in his new book about how the industry has evolved ...and not always for the better. From regulatory shifts to structural changes in the business of freight, we examine whether the foundations of trucking are quietly eroding.Then Shannon Everett of American Truckers United climbs into the cab to talk about something drivers across the country are watching closely: Delilah’s Law. We dig into what the legislation aims to accomplish, who is supporting it, who is opposing it, and what it could mean for the future of drivers in America. When policy, politics, and profit collide, who actually pays the price?Finally, Paul Gibson joins the conversation to bring it back to the people behind the wheel. While analysts and economists debate the freight cycle, drivers are living the reality every day. We talk about how drivers are feeling right now, what they’re seeing in settlements, and where the industry may be failing the very people who keep freight moving.This episode connects the dots between policy, freight economics, and the real-world impact on drivers and carriers. If you care about the future of trucking, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.Guests in this episode Gord Magill – Author and trucking industry analystShannon Everett – American Truckers UnitedPaul Gibson – Broker-Carrier Summit/ Host of the Freight BreakTopics Covered • The changing structure of the trucking industry• Delilah’s Law and trucking policy debates• Freight market swings and driver sentiment• The impact of politics and regulation on truckers• What carriers and the industry may be missingSubscribe for more conversations about trucking, freight markets, regulations, and the future of the industry. Follow the Brake Check Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    45 m
  • The Freight Recovery Illusion: Rising Rates, Falling Demand, and the Reality for Small Carriers

    The Freight Recovery Illusion: Rising Rates, Falling Demand, and the Reality for Small Carriers
    Mar 12 2026
    Freight markets are sending mixed signals right now.Spot rates are ticking up.Tender rejection pockets are appearing across the country.Port volumes are surging in some areas.But underneath those numbers, the broader economy is flashing warning signs.Credit card debt has reached a record $1.28 trillion.Unemployment among college graduates is rising.Consumer spending — especially in big-ticket sectors like home renovation — is slowing down.So what does that actually mean for trucking?In this solo episode of The Long Haul Podcast, we break down the latest SONAR data, port volume trends, and economic indicators to answer one critical question:Is the freight market actually recovering… or are we just seeing temporary noise?If you’re an owner-operator or small fleet trying to make decisions in this market, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening beneath the headlines. Follow The Long Haul Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 m