Best Cargorex Podcasts (2025)

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BTS of Shipping New CargoRex Updates 48:44

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Building a logistics search engine sounded cute… right up until I was elbows-deep in dev tickets, spam signups, and 2,000+ business listings. In this behind-the-scenes episode of Everything is Logistics, I’m breaking down what we’ve actually shipped on CargoRex over the last six months, why the site has been such a giant pain in the ass (in a good …

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Freight Agent Finance: Red Flags, Margins, Taxes + AI That Actually Works 53:56

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SPI Logistics CFO James Lemon joins to cut through the noise on agent and brokerage finances in a tough market. We cover the real signals your brokerage is in trouble, what healthy margins look like now, how to set up your money from day one as an agent, and where AI is actually paying off (hint: 42% of SPI invoices now auto-approve without a human…

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$13B Halloween Supply Chains, China’s Rare-Earth Grip, and Should You Even Start a Podcast? 2:00:39

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In a special episode of Freight Friends, Grace and Blythe dress up in style to discuss the Halloween supply chain, conference ROI, and logistics podcasts along with diving deep into the rare earth mineral supply chain that impacts everyone, including Le Creuset cookware. Links from the show: Grace’s work at Orderful Cargorex’s creators category lin…

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The Speed of Sports Logistics with Fanatics VP of Operations 34:06

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In sports merch, the clock is the boss. Fanatics SVP of Operations Wayne “Skip” Lee walks through a hot-market playbook where championship buzz turns into next-morning deliveries We hear about sunrise delivery in the winning city and why the first 72 hours/7 days decide the season’s biggest sales. Skip breaks down how they stage inventory, make hal…

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Hiring Trends in Logistics with Jake Brown of Brown & Pierce Consulting 26:40

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Hiring is one of the hardest parts of running a logistics company, and Jake Brown has built his career solving that problem. As Managing Partner at Brown & Pierce Consulting, Jake brings his experience from the Marine Corps and manufacturing recruitment to the world of freight, helping logistics companies find and retain the people who drive their …

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How Florida East Coast Railway Keeps Freight Moving from Jacksonville to Miami 27:46

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From the Keys to the coastlines, Florida’s logistics legacy runs on rails, and few know that better than Spencer Jury, Director of Domestic Intermodal at Florida East Coast Railway. In this episode, recorded live at the Florida Supply Chain Summit, Spencer shares how FEC connects Florida’s freight economy, the company’s 1800s origins with Henry Fla…

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Building Resilient Freight Brokerages with Krystina Booker 49:24

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When freight gets tough, the toughest lean into resilience. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Krystina Booker, Founder of Booker Transport Solutions, shares her journey from launching her own brokerage to navigating challenges with grit, creativity, and purpose. Her perspective blends business savvy with a personal mission to make the ind…

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Breaking Down Roadside Repairs with Alex Bezzubets of myMechanic 57:05

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When a truck breaks down, time isn’t just money. It’s survival. Fleets lose thousands for every day a vehicle is sidelined, while drivers are left frustrated and in the dark. That’s the reality Alex Bezzubets, Founder and CEO of myMechanic, set out to fix. In this episode, Alex shares how myMechanic is tackling the technician shortage, cutting wast…

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Freight Law Without the Legalese: Matthew Leffler on Contracts, Claims, and Courtroom Lessons 1:20:40

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What happens when a trucking kid grows up to become the industry’s “Armchair Attorney”? Matthew Leffler is a third-generation trucking professional turned lawyer who has made it his mission to explain freight’s most complicated legal battles in plain English. From nuclear verdicts to AB5 fallout, broker transparency fights to chassis choice rulings…

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Freight Friends: AI Agents, Returns, and Private Label Power Plays 1:58:50

2M ago1:58:50

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From AI agents that negotiate contracts to the surprising world of private-label branding, this month’s Freight Friends covers the big shifts shaping logistics right now. Blythe and Grace Sharkey break down Grace’s experience at the Change event, the rise of HappyRobot and other AI-driven workflows, the state of reverse logistics, and how private-l…

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From Rail Roots to Leading IANA 58:47

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Anne Reinke didn’t plan on leaving the Transportation Intermediaries Association, but when the longtime IANA leader retired after more than two decades, she received an offer she couldn’t refuse. With a lifelong passion for rail and deep experience at CSX and TIA, Anne stepped into the role of President and CEO of the Intermodal Association of Nort…

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Shipium’s Jason Murray on Delivery Promises, Multi-Carrier Playbooks, and Agentic AI 1:01:06

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Jason Murray—CEO & co-founder of Shipium and 19-year Amazon vet—joins Everything Is Logistics to unpack what really moves the needle for shippers: accurate delivery promises, multi-carrier execution, and where AI agents add real value today. We get into the “coordination layer” most retailers are missing across OMS/WMS/TMS, building a digital twin …

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Freight Fraud Action Plan for Agents 59:24

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Freight fraud is one of the biggest threats facing independent brokers today, and many agents are left without a playbook for how to respond. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe talks with Mark Funk and Shiv Narayan of SPI Logistics about building an action plan to protect agents, their customers, and their carriers. From red flags t…

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Freight Friends: Tech Mergers, Logistics SEO, and Market Shifts 38:39

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Mergers and acquisitions are reshaping the logistics tech landscape. In this episode of Freight Friends, Blythe and Grace Sharkey unpack what recent deals mean for the industry, how SEO strategies are shifting under AI pressure, and what freight markets could look like in the coming months. They also explore the ripple effects for carriers, shipper…

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Building CargoRex’s Associations Hub: Who It’s For and What It Solves 33:28

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This solo episode of Everything is Logistics pulls back the curtain on CargoRex’s new Associations directory—why we built it, who it serves, and how to use it to find the right freight, logistics, and supply chain associations for your goals. You’ll hear the product decisions behind the category (taxonomy, search, and selection criteria), the probl…

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Building The New Silk Road in Space with CisLunar Joe Pawelski 1:04:23

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Before we can build a base on the Moon, we need something even more important than astronauts: a supply chain. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we're exploring the "New Silk Road in Space" with Joe Pawelski, CTO and co-founder of CisLunar Industries. Joe breaks down how his company is developing the infrastructure to support in-space man…

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What It Takes to Build a Driver-First Freight Business 1:01:39

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The logistics industry can often feel like a numbers game, but Linda Carrion is here to remind us it’s always been about the people, especially the drivers. In this episode, Linda shares how she went from medical assistant to CEO of two freight companies, why her approach to leadership is grounded in empathy, and how local networks like the Propell…

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Freight Friends: Warehouse Drones, Market Shifts, and Logistics Biz Favorites 1:45:33

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Drones are doing a lot more than flying packages. They’re quietly transforming how warehouses operate behind the scenes. In this episode of Freight Friends, Grace Sharkey and Blythe explore how drones are being used in logistics operations both inside and outside the warehouse, what the second half of 2025 might look like for freight, and the freig…

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The Talent Shift Happening in Freight 45:39

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What happens when the company you helped grow suddenly shuts down? For Mia Mazel, it sparked the launch of a brand new one, Talento. Recorded live at TMSA Elevate in Austin, this conversation with Mia explores her journey from grad student to logistics leader, how she navigated the closure of Sworkz, and how Talento is redefining nearshore staffing…

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AI in the Background, Brokers in Control 50:02

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If you're still relying on check calls and spreadsheets to track freight, you're already behind. In this episode, Chain’s EVP of Sales, Kevin Coomes, joins the show to break down how his team is building AI-powered tools that make life easier for freight brokers, from exception management to proactive customer communication. We also dig into the or…

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How to Do Business in Space With Kelli Kedis Ogborn 1:17:53

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What if the final frontier isn’t as far away as it seems? In this episode, Kelli Kedis Ogborn, VP of Space Commerce and Entrepreneurship at the Space Foundation, breaks down how space is no longer just about astronauts and satellites. It’s an economic engine already driving trillions in opportunity. From reusable rockets to orbital infrastructure a…

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The Freight Sales Formula That Still Wins 37:26

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What does it take to build trust in freight? In this episode, recorded live at TMSA Elevate in Austin, Texas, SPI Logistics' CRO Senior Vice President, Mike Mikulik, joins Blythe to share the freight fundamentals that never go out of style, like proving your worth, asking better questions, and why breaking bread still beats fancy tech. Whether you'…

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5 Things We Learned at TMSA Elevate 2025 59:14

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What happens when freight’s brightest minds in sales, marketing, and entrepreneurship unpack the biggest shifts in logistics? Recorded live at TMSA Elevate 2025, this episode features Charlie Saffro (CS Recruiting), RJ Finnegan (SPI Logistics), and Anthony Pagnotto (Mohawk Global) as they share the biggest takeaways from the conference, including h…

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6 Things I Learned On a DHL Tour 1:33:25

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What does the future of logistics really look like? In this episode, host Blythe Milligan shares details on her recent behind-the-scenes tour of DHL’s Export Facility and Innovation Center in Chicago. From sorting 10,000 packages an hour with only a dozen employees to integrating robotics and generative AI, the tour demonstrates how tech and transp…

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Freight Friends Reunion: How Orderful is Shaking Up EDI 1:15:59

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Is EDI broken or just misunderstood? In this reunion episode of Freight Friends, Blythe Brumleve welcomes Grace Sharkey back to the mic to talk about her new role at Orderful, the state of freight media, and why so many companies are still struggling with EDI integrations. From customer horror stories to a Christmas Eve miracle involving Walmart, G…

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The Supply Chain Is the Product 33:46

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Your brand isn’t just your logo or your tagline. It’s your supply chain. In this solo episode, Blythe breaks down her recent BBC appearance and expands on a bold new thesis: your supply chain isn’t just a backend function. It’s the product. From viral TikToks to luxury handbag knockoffs, this episode explores why today’s buyers are more concerned t…

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Research Reveals How Many Marketers Are Using AI 1:10:20

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We’ve all heard the hype about AI, but what’s actually happening behind the scenes? In this episode, Blythe breaks down two major studies that reveal how marketers are really using AI tools, where they’re struggling, and what’s coming next. If you're trying to figure out what to adopt (and what to ignore), this episode offers a blueprint for smart …

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Freight Tech in Real Life: How SPI Logistics Builds for 2025 1:04:25

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Most freight tech stacks are a tangled mess of tools that don’t talk to each other. Ezequiel Peralta, VP of Technology at SPI Logistics, is working to fix that. This episode strips away the hype and digs into what it really takes to build functional, secure, and scalable freight systems. Peralta shares how SPI is moving beyond the TMS-first mindset…

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Unlocking Freight Capacity on Inland Waterways with OpenTug 38:35

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Barges move over 70 percent of U.S. grain and can carry the equivalent of 4,000 truckloads with a single tugboat. Yet this massive freight channel has remained invisible to most supply chains due to outdated systems and zero visibility. In this episode, OpenTug CEO Jason Aristides shares how his team is digitizing barge and tug operations with GPS …

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Why Your Routing Guide Is Failing 1:01:40

7M ago1:01:40

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The freight market doesn’t work the way most people think it does, and Chris Caplice is here to explain why. As the Chief Scientist at DAT Freight & Analytics and Executive Director of MIT’s FreightLab, Chris has spent years studying the breakdowns in routing guides, the myth of economies of scale, and why AI isn’t a magic bullet for bad freight st…

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Using Podcasting for Customer Education 52:10

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Business owner, podcast host, and SPI Logistics freight agent Dave Gulas is back on the show to talk about how he uses podcasting to create content for his customers and leads. By using education, he’s able to stay top of mind and earn future opportunities by delivering value long before the sale. From sharing entrepreneurial stories to building le…

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How I Used AI to Decode Tariff Chaos 1:00:20

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Tariff news changes by the hour, and freight pros can’t afford to fall behind. In this solo episode, Blythe shares how she used AI tools to get smart on global trade policy fast and prep for a talk on tariffs with real confidence. From building a research system to generating a podcast from her notes, Blythe walks through the AI workflows that help…

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How Tariff Shifts Are Rewriting the E-Commerce Logistics Playbook 51:41

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From de minimis drama to geopolitical trade shakeups, tariffs are doing more than raising prices, they're forcing a full rewrite of how e-commerce logistics gets done. Harshida Acharya, Chief Strategy Officer at Fulfillment IQ and host of the eCOM Logistics Podcast, joins the show to explain what these policy changes really mean for brands. If you’…

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How Logistics Veterans Should Be Thinking About AI with David Bell 50:05

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AI is being hyped as the magic bullet for supply chains—but what happens when your infrastructure isn’t ready to support it? In this episode, Blythe Brumleve chats with David Bell, CEO of Cloneops.ai, about the cold, hard realities of deploying AI in logistics. From unreliable data pipelines to the complexity of nearshoring, David breaks down what’…

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Strong Opinions in Logistics with Jenn Morris 1:20:31

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Many people in logistics shy away from giving their opinions online. But Jennifer Morris founded her company Ship Happens to do the exact opposite–by giving opinions online that help other SMBs from shipping headaches. Jenn joins the show to talk about her more than 20 years in logistics, how brokerage sales strategies are different for women, and …

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Securing Supply Chains in the Era of AI 34:57

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When AI enters the supply chain, your biggest threat might not be a hacker—it might be a rogue Excel sheet buried deep in your processes. In this panel from Manifest, Blythe moderates an insightful discussion with data security leaders on what it really takes to secure supply chains in an AI-powered world. From hallucinating large language models t…

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Port Chaos, Tech Tension, and Tariff Drama with The Maritime Professor 1:03:44

8M ago1:03:44

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Why does it feel like U.S. ports are stuck in the past while the rest of the world is fully automated? This episode with Lauren Beagen—lawyer, founder of The Maritime Professor®, and host of By Land and By Sea—dives into why maritime regulations matter, what tech labor negotiations are really about, and how tariffs are a lot more about vibes than r…

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The $315 Billion Visibility Gap with Rene Alvarenga of Kaleris 22:17

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If you've ever asked “Where’s my container?”—this episode is for you. Rene Alvarenga, Senior Director of Product Management at Kaleris, breaks down why visibility is still one of supply chain's biggest unsolved problems. Backed by data from a new report with maritime research firm Thetius, this conversation unpacks the massive disconnect between wh…

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Fighting Cargo Crime with AI 31:57

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Cargo thieves aren’t just stealing freight—they’re outpacing traditional security methods with fraudulent carriers, fake BOLs, and even high-speed heists. Cargo theft has surged 50% year-over-year, leaving shippers and brokers scrambling for protection. But while criminals are getting smarter, so is technology. On this episode of Everything is Logi…

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Why 90% of Warehouses Are Still Manual 29:37

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Warehouse robotics is evolving fast, yet 90% of warehouses still don’t use automation. Why? Despite the rise of AI, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and drone-based inventory tracking, most operations remain stuck in outdated, manual processes. The real challenge isn’t just cost—it’s about knowledge gaps, change management, and finding the right te…

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AI-Powered Freight: How CloneOps Is Changing Broker Operations with Roger Boza 28:24

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Freight brokers waste hours on missed calls and rate negotiations. What if AI could handle those conversations instantly? Roger Boza, Chief Technology Advisor at CloneOps, explains how AI-powered voice agents are transforming brokerage operations. From real-time rate negotiations to eliminating phone call bottlenecks, Boza breaks down how AI stream…

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Stopping Freight Fraud with Highway 23:35

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Freight fraud is escalating at an alarming rate. Cargo theft, double brokering, and identity fraud have increased by 500% year over year, leaving brokers and carriers struggling to stay ahead. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe Brumleve sits down with Reid Clements of Highway to discuss how identity verification technology is …

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Women Leading Logistics: AI, Innovation, and the Future of Supply Chain 37:02

8M ago37:02

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The logistics industry is changing fast, and women are leading the charge. In this episode of Everything is Logistics, host Blythe moderates a dynamic panel from Manifest 2025 featuring: ✅ Grace Sharkey (FreightWaves) - Media expert covering supply chain trends ✅ Oana Jinga (Dexory) - Bringing AI & robotics into warehousing ✅ Nathalie Lallet (Uber …

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The Hidden Data Powering Global Logistics – Simon Vandemoortele, CEO of GeoPostCodes 20:36

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Ever wondered how global logistics companies keep track of millions of postal codes, city divisions, and ports worldwide? In this episode of Everything is Logistics, we sit down with Simon Vandemoortele, CEO of GeoPostCodes, to discuss how structured, AI-powered location data is revolutionizing freight, sustainability tracking, and supply chain eff…

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Manifest Takeaways and CargoRex Launch Lessons 56:00

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The squad is back from Manifest and we’ve got some takeaways to share from all of our conversations from the podcast booth to the expo floor. Also in the show, Blythe talks about the week after launching CargoRex and the lessons we’re already learning along with platform improvements we’re shipping. LINKS: CargoRex Robotics, Data, and Optimization …

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Unearthing the Future of Freight: The CargoRex Journey Begins 1:06:37

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Tired of searching for logistics solutions across scattered platforms? In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe announces CargoRex, a groundbreaking new logistics hub that combines deep industry insights, privacy-first analytics, and a collaborative platform for professionals and creators. She discusses the challenges of navigating the fr…

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From Engineer to Freight Agency Owner 53:33

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Angelo Fruci grew up as a cousin to fellow logistics podcaster Chris Jolly. But it would take years later for the two to team up to start their own freight agency with none other than our favorite, SPI Logistics. Learn about that journey from engineer to freight agency owner while also picking up some sales and marketing tips along the way. LINKS: …

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How to Make Trucking Great Again with Kevin Rutherford 1:41:21

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Kevin Rutherford is host of the popular show and movement, Let’s Truck, and he’s back on the pod to talk about how to make trucking great again in 2025. In this episode, we’re covering the importance of a healthy body and mind that leads to a more successful trucking career. And you’ll need that healthy body and mind to be able to handle the stress…

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The Challenges of South American Logistics 1:00:42

11M ago1:00:42

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In this episode, we focus on South American logistics, sharing crazy stories from the "Road of Death" where truck drivers dodge landslides, cross rivers on rickety pontoon boats, and take showers in mountain waterfalls just to deliver their cargo. Blythe and Grace Sharkey unpack China's ambitious power play in South America, revealing how their new…

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The Best of NASA and Space Logistics 2:05:22

11M ago2:05:22

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Join us for a special compilation episode featuring the best of our 2024 NASA and space logistics coverage. We dive into three exciting topics: how NASA handles deep space supply chains, the science behind growing food in space, and an exciting conversation with Inversion Space about building orbital warehouses. From autonomous docking to space-gro…