Best Small Parcel Shipping Podcasts (2025)

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India resumes shipping small parcels to the US 8:57

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It's been welcomed by small businesses but comes with new tariff costs. More than a billion small parcels were sent between India and America last year. What will a $20 billion currency swap deal mean for Argentina? And Greece proposes a workday which could run for up to 13 hours.By BBC World Service

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Shein store opening in Paris draws protests 8:57

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The Chinese online retailer Shein is opening its first permanent shop, using floor space in the prestigious BHV department store in the French capital Paris. But how is this seen in France? Leanna Byrne hears from a protestor and one of the managers of the building. Also, the Chinese government is using a major trade exhibition to sell the country …

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Supreme Court to consider legality of Donald Trump's trade war 26:38

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Ed Butler talks with the owner of a Chicago toy importer who's brought his tariff fight all the way to the Supreme Court. From Wednesday, the Supreme Court will determine whether wide-ranging import taxes imposed by President Trump are legal. Also on the show, one of America's best-known TV economists and authors, Andrew Ross Sorkin, on why he fear…

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Tesla’s shipments are powering down in China 2:29

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Tesla's China-made electric vehicle sales of Model 3 and Model Y fell nearly 10% in October from a year earlier, reversing a 2.8% increase in September. Leanna Byrne hears from Mark Rainford, founder of Inside China Auto based in Shanghai. Nintendo said it aims to sell 19 million Switch 2 consoles within this financial year, up from its previous ta…

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US shutdown set to enter record sixth week 26:29

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The US government’s been shut down for more than a month now, and if it carries on past this Wednesday it will become the longest shutdown in US history. A group of 500 leading travel-related businesses have signed a letter asking Congress to end the month-long impasse, citing worries about the holiday travel season. Meanwhile, Lithuania's truckers…

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US Government shutdown close to becoming the longest in history 8:56

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The US government shutdown appears on course to be the longest in history after President Trump made clear he has no plans to negotiate with Democrats over healthcare costs. Leanna Byrne hears from a worker and a food bank in New York. Also, Kimberly-Clark, the company behind Huggies and Kleenex, is buying the maker of Tylenol and Kenvue, in a fort…

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Hurricane Melissa set to hurt Jamaican economy hard 26:27

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Hurricane Melissa leaves Jamaican economy with a huge trail of damage and a massive repair bill to sort out. Some reports suggest the country could face losses of over $14 billion. Presenter Will Bain hears from people on the ground in the country. We also examine why there has been a huge surge in the Amazon share price at the end of busy week for…

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Hazelnut supply crisis threatens chocolates like Nutella 8:56

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Italian confectionery giant Ferrero, maker of Ferrero Rocher and Nutella, is in a standoff with Turkish hazelnut dealers. Why? Turkey, the world’s largest hazelnut producer, has been hit by poor weather, a bad harvest, and pest infestations, sending prices soaring. In Jamaica, a catastrophe bond will release millions to help the country rebuild aft…

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China and US agree closer ties after trade talks 26:26

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The US President Donald Trump believes a trade deal could be signed "pretty soon", after holding talks with President Xi Jinping of China. Presenter Andrew Peach hears from US farmers after China agrees to buy soyabeans from the US. Can Canada really become an energy superpower? We hear how it is pitching energy exports to the South East Asian mark…

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Beyond TMS: McLeod's Open Ecosystem and Automation with Doug Schrier 1:01:38

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In "Beyond TMS: McLeod's Open Ecosystem and Automation", Joe Lynch and Doug Schrier, Vice President of Growth and Special Projects at McLeod Software, discuss the strategic pivot toward an open, automated ecosystem that redefines modern supply chain management. About Doug Schrier Doug Schrier, Vice President of Growth and Special Projects at McLeod…

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Are we close to a US-China trade deal? 8:55

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After what President Trump calls an “amazing” meeting in South Korea, the US and China strike a trade truce. But is it really a full deal? We break down what’s behind the tariff talks. In South Africa, millions of dollars are being pumped into tackling its chronic youth unemployment problem. And as the US shutdown continues, airlines are losing mil…

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Can South Korea meeting ease US China trade tensions? 26:27

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President Donald Trump and China’s President Xi Jinping are meeting in South Korea for the first time since 2019. Presenter Sam Fenwick hears what’s at stake in crucial talks between the two leaders. Also, the owner of a US-based coffee roastery in New York tells us what tariffs and inflation mean for his business. And, what do the latest results f…

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Nvidia hits historic $5 trillion valuation 8:57

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The world’s most valuable company, Nvidia, has hit a historic $5 trillion valuation after unveiling new contracts to supply AI chips and revealed plans to build seven supercomputers for the U.S. government. Plus, Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Ben Cohen says the company’s parent firm blocked them from launching a Palestine-themed ice cream. In response, …

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Hurricane Melissa hits Jamaica 26:38

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Hurricane Melissa causes major disruption as the Jamaican economy comes to a standstill. Tourists are also stranded on the island with the closure of all major airports. Business leaders from the US and Japan meet to discuss trade, investment and supply chains. Amazon confirms plans to cut thousands of jobs, saying it needs to be “lean” to seize th…

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Leveraging Shipper Intent Data to Win More Freight with Rob Light 44:27

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Leveraging Shipper Intent Data to Win More Freight", Joe Lynch and Rob Light, CEO & Co-founder at CarrierSource, discuss how their platform provides the real-time intent signals and AI tools necessary to turn passive interest into high-value revenue. About Rob Light Robert Light is the CEO and a Co-Founder of CarrierSource, the leading review websi…

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Have the US and Japan formed a stronger alliance? 8:57

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US President Donald Trump and Japan's new prime minister have pledged a stronger alliance and closer economic ties during his visit to Tokyo. The two leaders have signed new investment deals including one covering rare earth minerals. The UN warns the world is falling badly behind in tackling climate change. So, which countries are stepping up, and…

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Handshakes and trade deals as Trump tours Asia 26:27

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US President Donald Trump has kicked off his trip to Asia by announcing a string of new agreements and a peace accord involving Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. The White House has called it historic but businesses are looking for more detail. We speak to two entrepreneurs in Chicago and Seattle on what this could mean for their companies.…

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Trump seeks trade deals on his Asia tour 8:56

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He's currently in Tokyo where trade and investment are high on the agenda. Japan is already America's biggest investor and promises to pump another 550 billion dollars into the US as part of a trade deal. In Argentina, Javier Milei's far-right party wins Sunday’s midterms. Milei remains committed to pushing forward free-market reforms, despite grow…

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US federal workers miss their first paycheques since shutdown 26:26

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Hundreds of thousands of federal employees have missed their full paycheques for the first time since the beginning of the government shutdown three weeks ago, with Democrats and Republicans still blaming each other for the lapse in federal funding. We hear from a US federal employee at the Department of Defence on the East Coast. And this week the…

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Trump says trade talks with Canada 'terminated' 8:55

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Donald Trump says he's ending trade talks with Canada, all over an ad. He accused Canada of fraudulently using Ronald Reagan’s words in what he called a “fake” advertisement. We hear from a Canadian business owner. China calls for calm ahead of trade talks with Washington… And Russia faces fresh sanctions as it sets interest rates. We speak with th…

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NBA stars and mafia arrested in illegal gambling crackdown 26:28

12d ago26:28

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Two leading US basketball figures are among thirty-four people arrested as part of FBI investigations into illegal gambling and the Mafia. The Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups is accused of playing in rigged poker games in New York. The Russian president, Vladimir Putin, has described this week's new US sanctions on Russia’s two b…

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US and EU increase pressure on Russian energy sector 8:56

12d ago8:56

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Fresh sanctions are hitting Russia's energy sector, from both the European Union and the United States. The goal is to squeeze the money earned from energy imports. How will it impact Russian economy? Also, will India and China reduce their crude oil consumption? And China's economic plan - after four days of discussions at home, what priorities ar…

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Who Stole Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar's Tequila with Jessica Mcfate 49:23

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In "Who Stole Guy Fieri and Sammy Hagar's Tequila", Joe Lynch and Jessica McFate, Sr. Director of Intelligence Solutions at Babel Street, discuss how national security intelligence methods are now vital for solving commercial theft and securing global supply chains. About Jessica McFate Jessica Lewis McFate is Sr. Director of Intelligence Solutions…

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Starlink cuts services to Myanmar scam camps 26:24

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Elon Musk's SpaceX says it has cut Starlink satellite communication links to more than 2,500 devices used by scam compounds in Myanmar. The UAE's AI minister has told the BBC that the country is choosing the United States and American companies over China as their preferred partner when it comes to AI. And, despite the US's $40 billion rescue packa…

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From Bottlenecks to Breakthroughs: Building the Future of Logistics Tech Stacks 31:53

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The supply chain’s Achilles heel has always been integration. In this episode of Parcel Perspectives, Glenn sits down with Jeremy Schneck, Co-founder of Trackstar, to explore how his company is breaking down the barriers between shippers, 3PLs, and warehouse management systems (WMS). Jeremy explains why outdated legacy platforms and a fragmented WM…

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What's the beef with Beyond Meat? 8:56

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Retail traders are being credited for sending Beyond Meat's stock surging. Also, an estimate on the cost of the Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack. And Starlink devices are linked to scam centres in Myanmar. Presenter: Leanna ByrneProducer: Victoriya HollandEditor: Stephen RyanBy BBC World Service

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Is Warner Brothers Discovery for sale? 26:58

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Warner Brothers Discovery, which produced Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, and Succession, says it’s considering a sale after receiving several unsolicited offers. The US media giant had announced plans to split into two separate entities earlier this year. How could the leading candidate in New York’s mayoral race reshape America’s financial capital…

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Real-World Supply Chain AI Applications with Gather AI's Sankalp Arora 52:25

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In "Real-World Supply Chain AI Applications with Gather AI's Sankalp Arora", Joe Lynch and Sankalp Arora, CEO and Co-founder at Gather AI, discuss how Gather AI's combination of drone-collected visual data, AI analysis, and WMS integration is revolutionizing warehouse inventory management. About Sankalp Arora Sankalp Arora is the CEO & Co-Founder o…

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What to expect from Japan's first female prime minister? 8:56

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Japan’s first female prime minister sends financial markets soaring as investors bet she's gonna spend big on Japan's economy. The Brazilian oil giant Petrobras says it's been given the green light to start drilling for oil near the mouth of the Amazon river off the coast of the world's largest tropical rainforest. And Coca-Cola’s results pop, but …

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Amazon Web Services: Disruption around the world 26:27

15d ago26:27

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Amazon's cloud computing firm says major service issues remain after an outage hit hundreds of sites worldwide. As China's leaders meet in Beijing to formulate a five year plan, we'll look at the challenges and opportunities facing the world's second biggest economy. Diwali, the Hindu festival in India is underway. Gold is often bought for luck and…

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Amazon Web Services: hundreds of sites including Zoom, Duolingo and Snapchat are affected 8:56

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A problem at Amazon Web Services has broken the internet...dozens of apps and websites stopped working following a huge outage. We look at India where the Hindu festival of Diwali has begun. Gold is often bought for luck and prosperity but - with prices hitting $4,300 an ounce - how are shoppers and businesses coping? And China is working on it's e…

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Landmark global shipping deal paused 26:31

18d ago26:31

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A landmark deal to cut global shipping emissions has been put on hold for a year after Saudi Arabia and the U.S. succeeded in ending the talks. Bisi Adebayo speaks to the International Chamber of Shipping and the General Secretary of the International Maritime Organization. Why is the US Chamber of Commerce trying to stop the Trump administration c…

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Pushback on proposed IMO shipping emission cuts 7:50

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New climate agreement to make shipping more environmentally friendly was postponed by a year after failing to reach consensus amid U.S. pressure. Representatives from most of the 176 member states of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), which governs global seafaring, are at its headquarters in London. Also we head to South Africa where g…

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The end for Nestlé as we know it? 26:27

19d ago26:27

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Nestlé is the world's largest packaged food and drink company, but after a turbulent period it has announced plans to cut 16,000 jobs over the next two years. But after selling its water division for €5bn earlier this year, will it lead to the Swiss conglomerate slimming down further? Andrew Peach finds out why the US Chamber of Commerce is trying …

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Beyond the Rate: Why Accuracy, Transparency, and Context Matter with Dawn Favier 48:25

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In "Beyond the Rate: Why Accuracy, Transparency and Context Matter", Joe Lynch and Dawn Salvucci-Favier, President, Intelligence, at Triumph, discuss how accuracy, transparency, and network connectivity are the new drivers for precision and confidence in the logistics industry. About Dawn Favier Dawn Salvucci-Favier serves as President, Intelligenc…

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Has India agreed to stop buying Russian oil? 8:53

19d ago8:53

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US President Donald Trump has said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has agreed to stop buying Russian oil, but the Indian government isn't completely in agreement with the American President's comments - stating that talks were 'ongoing'. Also the world's biggest packaged food and drinks company Nestlé has announced big job cuts. And is Microsof…

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Are Chinese businesses feeling the squeeze? 26:27

20d ago26:27

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New official data shows that prices in China are falling again. The producer price index, which measures the amounts charged by factories, has been negative for three straight years and last month it declined by 2.3 per cent year-on-year. Meanwhile, with consumer prices also down during a holiday month, is the world's second largest economy stuck i…

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Is there still hope for the US economy? 26:27

21d ago26:27

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The IMF's latest report acknowledges that US growth has actually been stronger this year than it was expecting. But with a government shutdown entering a third week, we see some worrying signs for the world's largest economy. Also why France is giving up on its plans to increase the retirement age? And President Trump has welcomed Argentina's liber…

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Beyond the Mega Shipper: Finding Untapped Demand with Shan Wu 43:48

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In "Beyond the Mega Shipper: Finding Untapped Demand", Joe Lynch and Shan Wu, Co-founder of breadd.ai, discuss the massive, yet often overlooked, opportunity in the mid-market. This essential pivot from chaotic prospecting to laser-focused selling is what breadd.ai helps brokers achieve. About Shan Wu Shan Wu is the cofounder of breadd.ai. As a lif…

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France to suspend pension reform 8:48

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French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has presented the government’s long-awaited budget. But will it pass? And can the government finally resolve the recurring political battle over raising the retirement age? The International Monetary Fund has released its global economic outlook, projecting growth of 3.2% for the year ahead. However, concerns…

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Why Microsoft is switching from one of the world's most used operating systems? 26:27

24d ago26:27

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Why is Microsoft switching off from one of the world's most used operating systems. And how bad that could be for millions of computer users around the world. How big a deal could this be? Also why Madagascar, one of the world's poorest nations, is now in turmoil with its President fleeing the country. And The Royal Australian Mint is releasing new…

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China posts strong export data amid rising US trade risks 8:56

22d ago8:56

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Hannah Mulane breaks down China’s latest economic data. Could it strengthen their hand ahead of trade talks with the US? We also look at whether France’s new government can push its budget through parliament. And how the Australian Royal Mint are looking to cash in on animated cartoon Bluey now estimated to be worth two billion dollars.…

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The Margin Compression Playbook: The Essential Strategies for Brokerage Survival with Kevin Hill 46:12

25d ago46:12

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In "The Margin Compression Playbook: The Essential Strategies for Brokerage Survival", Joe Lynch and Kevin Hill, Head of Sales at CarrierSource.io and Founder and owner of Brush Pass Research, discuss how freight brokerages can utilize specialized data, technology, and superior carrier quality to overcome margin pressure and secure long-term viabil…