Best Intermodal Podcasts (2026)

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Coming full circular - with Rich Bulger 44:43

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7d ago44:43

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While traditional forward logistics gets most of the attention, reverse logistics (in essence, returns) is a significant part of business as well. And our guest on this episode of The Intermodal Logistics Podcast explains how doing it right means a circular approach. Rich Bulger is the Founder of All Things Circular and author of "Going Circular: T…

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1352. #TFCP - Optimizing Intermodal Freight: Visibility, Automation, and Execution! 32:11

3d ago32:11

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Are legacy intermodal systems holding your operation back, and how long can the industry keep duct-taping technology together before it costs real market share? In today's episode, Alyssa Norcross from Revenova breaks down why intermodal freight still leans on AS/400 legacy systems that work but don't integrate, forcing teams to juggle multiple pla…

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1357. #TFCP - How to Start Your Health Journey When You Don't Know Where to Begin! 40:15

6h ago40:15

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Are you overcomplicating fitness before you even get started, or burning out chasing results that aren't sustainable? In this episode, Robert Bain is back to explain what real, long-term fitness actually looks like—starting simple with daily movement and understanding that fitness is a personal, multi-year journey, not a 30-day transformation. We t…

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1356. #TFCP - Time Management for Daily Wins! 32:00

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Most people don't need more motivation — they need structure. In this episode, we break down how to design your day with intention so you stop reacting, start planning, and stack real wins. I'll walk through the exact strategies I use to time-block, prioritize the right tasks, avoid distractions, and keep momentum when the day goes sideways. This i…

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1355. #TFCP - Learning to Live Without It: Rebuilding After Addiction 30:47

1h ago30:47

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In this episode, I open up about what happens after you quit — the quiet work of learning to live without alcohol and rebuilding life from the ground up. I share how I replaced destructive habits with purpose, structure, and productivity, and what I did on the days motivation wasn't there. If you're thinking about getting sober — especially heading…

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1354. #TFCP - Digital Transformation in Freight: The Edge of Deploying AI and Automation 1:05:47

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In this mashup replay episode, industry experts Ryan Schreiber and Bill Holaday cut through the hype around AI and automation in logistics and trucking, focusing on where real, measurable value is actually created! They explore why many companies only achieve incremental gains due to poor strategy, messy data, and weak integrations, and how both br…

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Episode 229 — The '96 Bulls of Pest Control: Chase Goodeill on Partners, Growth, and Grit 57:37

8d ago57:37

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What does it take to build a pest control company that wins—year after year—without relying on outside investors to do the heavy lifting? According to Chase Goodeill, it starts with the right people around you. This week, the Blue Collar Twins sit down with the owner of Pest Control Consultants to unpack why he and his partners joke they’re the “’9…

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1353. #TFCP - Build or Buy AI? When Custom Tech Beats Off-the-Shelf Software 34:24

1d ago34:24

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Are you chasing AI because it sounds good, or because it actually solves a real problem in your freight brokerage? And are you protecting your data, your margins, and your relationships while you do it? Let's hear the real cost of AI in transportation and why proprietary AI and workflow automation can be a smarter long-term play in this episode wit…

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Unlocking Custom Market Insights for Smarter Decisions 17:31

8d ago17:31

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Welcome back to #WithSONAR!This week, we’re diving into Custom Dashboards and showing you how to tailor SONAR pages specifically to your network.In this session, you’ll learn how to:• Access and share custom dashboards in SONAR• Create dashboards from scratch or use the Dashboard Wizard• Build and customize Chart Widgets to analyze volume, capacity…

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1351. #TFCP - From M&A to Enforcement: Trucking's 2026 Reality! 28:17

6d ago28:17

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The trucking industry is heading into a pivotal year. In this episode, we break down trucking's 2026 reality, where mergers and acquisitions collide with increased enforcement and regulation. We unpack why trucking M&A is expected to accelerate in 2026, driven by rate cuts, private equity interest, and consolidation into specialized freight segment…

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1350. #TFCP - From Data to Dollars: Turning Freight Analytics into Profit 31:46

7d ago31:46

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In this episode with Vetra Technologies' co-founders, Kylie Perales and Richard Shure, you'll learn how empty miles kill your margins and how much revenue you leave on the table by chasing the wrong loads! Kylie and Richard tackles one of the biggest inefficiencies in trucking, deadhead miles, by using AI-driven route optimization and multi-leg loa…

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Episode 228 — Discipline Over Flash: How Michael Garvey Built Coastal Fertilization While Wearing a Badge 42:43

15d ago42:43

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Michael Garvey isn’t a full-time entrepreneur — he’s a full-time New Jersey state trooper who built a serious lawn fertilization and weed control business on his days off. The Blue Collar Twins sit down with the founder of Coastal Fertilization to unpack how discipline, structure, and smart partnerships turned a side hustle into a tightly run opera…

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Incoming! 10 Supply Chain Predictions for 2026 19:24

15d ago19:24

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'Tis the season… for making supply chain predictions. Given how volatile 2025 was, anyone willing to share their opinions about the coming year deserves an award for courage. In this episode of Art of Supply, the last of 2025, Kelly Barner shares her curated list of picks for the most compelling 2026 supply chain predictions, not ranked in any part…

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1349. #TFCP - Why Holiday Season Means Higher Freight Theft - And How to Fight It! 33:49

8d ago33:49

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If you think your freight operation is exposed to organized theft or unknowingly carrying liability that could wipe out your business, you must listen to this episode with Michael Caney from HIGHWAY! Michael explains why freight theft has escalated into a national security issue, with organized, often foreign-led crime rings targeting U.S. supply c…

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1348. #TFCP - Cybercrime in Trucking Is Evolving - What 2026 Means for All Parties! 35:23

9d ago35:23

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How exposed is your trucking operation to cybercrime right now, and are you relying too much on trust and automation? Listen to our guest today, Artie Crawford of NMFTA, breaking down the real cybersecurity threats facing transportation. The biggest takeaway is simple: no fleet, broker, or carrier is too small to be targeted! We discuss how AI-driv…

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1347. #TFCP - Navigating Soft Freight, Rates & Risky Carriers: Broker Reality! 31:28

10d ago31:28

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In this episode, we'll break down the hottest trends in the freight market right now, from seasonal capacity crunches driving reefer rates to two-year highs, to why brokers and carriers must price based on regional market conditions instead of guessing in the spot market! Dive in today to know why tender rejection rates need context, how historical…

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1346. #TFCP - Freight Risk, Asset Recovery & Operational Efficiency - A Playbook 30:11

16d ago30:11

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How do you drive freight theft down to nearly zero, and what would your business look like if you could finally stop chameleon carriers, double-brokering, and fraud before it hits your dock? Let's hear it from our returning guest today, Ryan Joyce from GenLogs! Ryan returns to the show to dig into how combining physical asset tracking with strong d…

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1345. #TFCP - Why Cargo Theft Can Happen in 10 Minutes - and How To Stop It! 31:48

15d ago31:48

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Don't miss out on this episode with Danny Ramon of Overhaul to know the real threat to your freight, what's really happening online, and how fast cargo theft is evolving! Danny breaks down how cargo theft has become a full-blown, organized industry, blending cyber attacks and coordinated physical moves that let criminals walk away with entire shipm…

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Ports, Drayage and the Industry - with CEO Brian Kempisty 52:37

20d ago52:37

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On this edition of The Intermodal Logistics Podcast, we cover a variety of bases with Port X Logistics Founder and CEO Brian Kempisty - joining us from his home in Montana. We start by learning about his background and the founding of Port X in 2017, then we get into the company itself - the areas it covers and services it provides. Next, we bounce…

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Episode 227 — The Business of Looking Sharp: Inside Brian Hatfield’s ByDesign Standard 47:30

22d ago47:30

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Landscaping has long carried a rough-and-ready reputation — trucks with branches sticking out, stained shirts, and crews that “get the job done” but don’t always look the part. Brian Hatfield set out to rewrite that story. The Blue Collar Twins, Jason and Jeremy Julio, sit down with the President of ByDesign Landscapes to unpack how he built a bran…

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Reshoring Success at GE Appliances Shaded by Tariff Fraud Allegations 21:07

14d ago21:07

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GE Appliances has been making news for years for the success of their reshoring program. It is a great story: a well-known consumer brand that is bringing production home, both to their own benefit and also to the benefit of customers and employees. But even while GE Appliances has continued to make investments and earn positive headlines for conti…

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RS184: How is AI Raising the Bar for Fleet Safety? 26:40

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As artificial intelligence usage grows to transform various industries, the trucking sector is harnessing this technology to tackle one of its most critical challenges: fleet safety. Recorded live from ATA's 2025 Management Conference & Exhibition, co-host Seth Clevenger sits down with Johan Land, senior vice president of product and engineering at…

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1344. #TFCP - 2026 Freight Crisis: Is The Homebuilding Slowdown The True Indicator?! 30:46

15d ago30:46

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What do shifting regulations, flat demand signals, and driver retention struggles really mean for 2026? Listen to the episode today to better understand if the freight market is finally tightening and what the data and trends tell us! Let's discuss the upcoming regulatory changes like visa enforcement and ELD crackdowns that could tighten capacity …

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1343. #TFCP - From Frustration to Freedom: Turning Freight Challenges Into Wins! 33:40

23d ago33:40

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How do you actually build a sustainable growth and lasting sales strategy in freight? Mike Mikulik from SPI Logistics is back and live to share how they're driving real year-over-year growth by doubling down on existing customers, tightening up their cold-calling strategy, and investing heavily in tech that actually moves the needle! We discuss how…

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1342. #TFCP - Speed + Focus = Freight Wins: How to Stay in Front Without Burning Out! 32:35

22d ago32:35

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Let's see what AI adoption really looks like inside the freight industry in this episode with our returning guest, Dhruv Gupta from Drumkit! Dhruv shares the three types of customers in the AI space, why human oversight still drives decision quality, where the best automation opportunities actually live, and why setting realistic expectations matte…

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1341. #TFCP - Market Insights You Can't Ignore: Trends, Opportunities & Growth Hacks! 34:34

27d ago34:34

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Keep up with the real freight market in today's returning guest, Cody Koehler of A&Z Trucking, discussing how weather swings can explode spot rates overnight, why local conditions matter way more than any national "average", capacity challenges, the slow burn of driver supply adjustment, and the tightening compliance landscape that's about to weed …

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1340. #TFCP - Freight Fraud Is a National Problem: How DC Wants to Fix It From the Top Down! 33:51

21d ago33:51

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What's the real cost of fraud, and how do we finally shut the door on the criminals exploiting the transportation industry? In this episode, Chris Burroughs breaks down how the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) is stepping up with a new fraud hotline that connects 2,000 members directly to the FBI, helping track patterns, tighten data…

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Episode 226 — From Gang Life to Growth Mindset: How Michael Keith Built Cal Coast Pest Management 47:27

29d ago47:27

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Most people in pest control don’t start their story in county jail — but Michael Keith did. The Blue Collar Twins, Jason and Jeremy Julio, sit down with the founder of Cal Coast Pest Management to hear how he went from a violent upbringing in South San Diego to building one of the most respected pest companies in the region. After doing time at 18 …

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UPS Gambles on Gig Workers 19:41

22d ago19:41

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UPS is currently stuck between dropping parcel rates, rising union leverage, and stiff competition from their peers. Unlike their peers, UPS is unionized (part of the Teamsters), adding additional complexity and bottom-line pressure. Not one to give up after 120 years in business, UPS has been looking for creative ways to make ends meet without dis…

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1339. #TFCP - New Enforcement Era: ELD Crackdowns & CDL Mill Busts To Reshape Trucking?! 31:45

22d ago31:45

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Are you watching the freight market shift beneath the holiday noise and prepared for the regulatory shakeups shaping 2026? Listen to the real trends driving today's trucking industry, from holiday-masked rate movements and tightening December capacity to diesel prices putting pressure on operating costs. Let's also talk about why the FMCSA's overha…

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1338. #TFCP - Oversized & Overloaded: The Dark Side of Open-Deck Freight! 32:03

23d ago32:03

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Eliminate guesswork in specialized freight, protect your margins, and stop wasting time chasing the wrong carriers by listening to this conversation with Michael Naumowicz from Wize Load! Michael explains why specialization in flatbed, open deck, and heavy haul freight is the niche for brokers who want to reduce risk and build real credibility, how…

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1337. #TFCP - From Invoice to Cash in Seconds: The Future of Freight Factoring! 34:00

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What's really driving carrier success in a tough freight market? And how are factoring, automation, and fraud prevention reshaping the way trucking companies stay alive and profitable? Listen to Grace Maher from OTR Solutions, our first guest this week, speaking about how factoring has evolved into a strategic financial tool for most small carriers…

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1336. #TFCP - Mashup Episode Replay: Building a Clear Strategy and Utilizing Data Properly to Win in Freight! 1:04:17

1M ago1:04:17

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In this mashup episode, Dr. James Kenny shares how disciplined targeting fuels cleaner data, stronger conversion, and smarter use of AI for outreach, appointment scheduling, and operational automation, the stuff that actually cuts costs and boosts margins, while Dean Croke brings the heat with carrier economics, showing how owner-operators with low…

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Teach, Build, Exit: The Unexpected Journey of Dan Peltz and Shift New Jersey 56:51

1M ago56:51

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From history teacher to CEO, Dan Peltz never planned on becoming an entrepreneur — but when he saw a gap in how young adults with special needs were supported after graduation, he built something extraordinary. This week, the Blue Collar Twins, Jason and Jeremy Julio, sit down with the founder of Shift New Jersey to uncover how a simple idea turned…

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1335. #TFCP - The API Revolution Transportation Can't Ignore! 37:14

29d ago37:14

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What would the freight industry look like if we all spoke the same digital language? And how much time and money could we save if billing, visibility, and documentation finally flowed in real time? Today, Keith Peterson from NMFTA shares the launch of the Digital Standards Development Council, one of the biggest steps our industry has taken in year…

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RS183: Will More Motor Carriers Choose to Adopt Renewable Natural Gas? 29:01

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Renewable natural gas (RNG) is gaining serious traction in trucking, and Cummins' new 15-liter X15 N engine just changed the game. Recorded live at ATA's MCE, co-host Seth Clevenger sits down with Chad Lindholm, senior vice president at Clean Energy, to explore how regulatory shifts and improved technology are opening doors for RNG adoption among m…

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1334. #TFCP - Behind the Wheel: A Raw, Unfiltered Look at Life on the Road! 37:05

1M ago37:05

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Are we really fixing the trust gap in trucking, or just talking about it? And how much of our industry's problems stem from simple accountability? Dive into this conversation with Avante Jackson of The CDL Shorty Drivers 4 Drivers (D4D)! Avante starts with the real issues holding freight back - the carrier–broker relationship, why long-term partner…

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1333. #TFCP - Killing Downtime: The Real Cost of Letting Trucks Sit Still! 31:37

1M ago31:37

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In today's episode, Kyle and Kevin from Coltrain Onsite Fleet Care share how their people-first, mobile fleet maintenance model is reshaping the trucking industry! We dive into how their on-site repair approach reduces downtime and total cost of ownership, why customized preventative maintenance schedules beat traditional mileage-based PMs, and how…

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English & immigration policy effects, plus tariff talk 46:03

1M ago46:03

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Almost all the way through year one of the second Trump administration, it's possible to assess the effects of some major policies on freight. On this edition of The Intermodal Logistics Podcast, we welcome Arizona State University Professor Dr. Dale Rogers to discuss three key initiatives that relate to supply chains: The English language requirem…

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1332. #TFCP - Freight Market Madness: Strategies That Actually Work! 29:36

1M ago29:36

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Today, we'll break down the real story behind short-term load surges, tightening capacity, and why the usual holiday bump isn't showing up this year. With truck posts down 26% and long-term demand still soft, we're heading into 2026 with stable pricing, flat margins, and a freight market that rewards consistency and data-driven strategy. Let's also…

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Freight Bill Audit & Payment, Leveraging the Right Technology and Expertise for your Business - Guest: Hannah Testani, CEO, Intelligent Audit 36:16

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Having all the right data at hand is crucial for a company's efficiency and strategic decision making. Managing that deluge of data is another thing altogether. While AI can help keep things together, technology alone isn't necessarily the right answer for everyone. Instead, the right combination of technology and human expertise might be what your…

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1331. #TFCP - Driving Success: Why Continuous Training Is the Backbone of Logistics! 28:38

1M ago28:38

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In this episode, Freight 360 Podcast hosts Ben Kowalski and Nate Cross join us to share what actually drives a brokerage's success and what separates real performers from excuse-makers in the industry! Our guests break down why new brokers are finding fast success through hands-on coaching, consistent activity, and a commitment to fundamentals, how…

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Windows, Washers, and What Matters Most: How Freddie Hodge Built Clearview’s $2.6M Climb 1:02:00

1M ago1:02:00

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What starts with a $400 window job in college turns into a 21-year power washing powerhouse. This week, the Blue Collar Twins, Jason and Jeremy Julio, sit down with Freddie Hodge, founder of Clearview, to unpack how a family business built on hustle, humility, and heart became one of New Jersey’s most respected exterior cleaning brands. From cleani…

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Rubber Stamped CDL Regulations 18:56

1M ago18:56

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Commercial Driver's Licenses have been in the news a lot lately, and not for good reasons. A number of fatal accidents have been caused by questionably licensed drivers. These high profile incidents have caused a number of states and the Federal government to start digging into who is getting these licenses and how. Much of the current situation da…

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1330 #TFCP - Crowdsourced Intelligence: The New Weapon Every Driver Needs on the Road! 31:58

1M ago31:58

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What if the key to safer routes, better loads, and higher driver earnings is already sitting in your pocket? Chris Oliver from Trucker Path shares how their crowdsourced data, powered by over a million drivers, helps owner-operators and fleets make smart decisions with real-time weather, routing, parking, fuel, and dock insights. We discuss why the…

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1329. # TFCP - Nuclear Verdicts & Tiny Clauses: Risks Truckers Don't Know They're Carrying! 33:30

1M ago33:30

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Commercial auto insurance is shifting fast, policy exclusions are catching people off guard, premiums are climbing nationwide as loss ratios stay sky-high, and the financial barriers around captives continue to squeeze mid-sized fleets, and in this episode, Jeff Gordon and I dig into what brokers, carriers, and fleet owners need to know right now. …

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1328. #TFCP - Freight Quoting Secrets, Broker Suing Carriers & CDL Chaos! 32:45

1M ago32:45

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What's really driving sustainable freight pricing right now? And how are data, regulation, and carrier relationships reshaping the industry heading into 2026? Let's start this week by discussing why sticking to a disciplined, data-backed pricing strategy is the true path to long-term lane ownership and stronger carrier partnerships, why volume is t…

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1327. #TFCP - Scaling Smart: Growth Strategies That Survive Every Market Cycle! 31:27

1M ago31:27

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What's going to separate the winners from everyone else in 2026? Are you focusing on the fundamentals that actually move the needle? In this conversation with our returning guest, Mike Riccio of More Than Miles Consulting, we discuss why success in this market comes down to trust, execution, and relationships, not chasing every shiny opportunity! M…

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Surveys say... 43:50

2M ago43:50

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With an undoubtedly changed international trade environment along with differing priorities on sustainability, two key freight factors went from somewhat predictable to up in the air this year. On the latest edition of The Intermodal Logistics Podcast, we explore two surveys commissioned by Sphera that take the pulse of those logistics decision-mak…

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1326. #TFCP - From Shipper to Connector: Unlocking LTNA's Secret Sauce! 41:54

2M ago41:54

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Welcome to today's episode with Jon Pruitt of Nutrabolt, live at the LTNA ( Logistics & Transportation Networking Association) 2025 Conference! Jon breaks down why tailored sales strategies, niche specialization, and consistent service are what actually win freight in the current market, how focusing on specific freight types like food, beverage, o…