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WHAT THE TRUCK?!?

WHAT THE TRUCK?!? is FreightWaves" irreverent award-winning podcast breaking down the biggest stories in transportation and logistics. WTT?!? is all about the people that make freight move. On the show you"ll hear from founders, CEOs, VCs, truckers, brokers, and influencers. Join the industry three times a week on FreightWavesTV and podcast players everywhere.

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45:31

Tariffs: This election’s political weapon; Think...

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2024/09/23

On Episode 761 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about global trade and tariffs with OEC Group’s Erik Rosica. Rosica discusses how tariffs are the new political weapon in industrial relations and how supply chains are being impacted. From Section 321 tariffs to Trump’s vow to raise tariffs on China, will supply chains pay the price?You know all those videos we post of trucks getting hit by trains? Operation Lifesaver is trying to put a stop to them and all train tragedies by bringing

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45:32

Trucker honored for 3M accident free miles; NTDAW...

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2024/09/20

On episode 760 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by Covenant driver Don Lord and his son Jason. Combined, they’ve driven for over 5 million accident-free miles! Don was just honored by Covenant with a check for $7,500 and a customized truck. We’ll find out how he’s managed to stay safe while running enough miles to circle the globe 120 times. Plus, a National Truck Driver Appreciation Week roundup featuring Noritta Taylor at OOIDA, Kylla Lanier at Trucker Against Trafficking, Nick LaFalce at

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46:09

Cost parity with diesel is a must for semi truck...

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2024/09/18

On episode of 759 WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you live from FreightWaves’ Net Zero Carbon Summit. At the event we’ll catch a preview of our new documentary “Rebuilding the Gateway to America.” In this segment we’ll look at the need for cost parity with diesel in order for electric semis to get in gear. We’re also going on a test drive in a Nikola battery electric truck and a hydrogen powered fuel cell EV. Link Logistics Tyler Deaton talks about solar, LED and EV solutions that fleets

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43:58

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week cynicism;...

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2024/09/16

On Episode 758 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is kicking off National Truck Driver Appreciation Week by checking in with the drivers and seeing why they’re so cynical about it. We’ll learn what driver appreciation is really about as well as some of the deals and events the industry is putting out there for truckers.Neither Labor Day nor Hurricane Francine was much help when it came to propping up the spot market. Low rates have carriers limping through September. Travelers’ Craig Leinauer looks at

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45:36

Attorney breaks down $462M Wabash National verdict;...

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2024/09/13

On Episode 757 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about Wabash National getting hit with a $462 million verdict in a trailer equipment case. Armchair Attorney Matthew Leffler breaks down the case he calls “The largest strict liability verdict against a trailer manufacturer in US History.” Here’s something scarier than Jason Voorhees this Friday the 13th. Cargo theft is up 49% in the first half of 2024. Overhaul’s Danny Ramon breaks down the shocking statistics on an issue many freight

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45:31

Over 160,000 CDL holders impacted by new law;...

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2024/09/11

On Episode 756 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to J.J. Keller’s Kathy Close about changes to your CDL and the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. With over 160,000 drivers in prohibited status, we’ll find out how this will impact your drivers and your fleet.NASCAR driver William Byron dropped by Relay Payments’ office on the eve of the Quaker State 400 playoff series race in Atlanta. We’ll learn about the logistics of prepping for race day. AVRL’s Chadd Olesen weighs in on the good, the bad and

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45:39

Truckers honored with NASCAR experience at Relay...

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2024/09/06

On episode 755 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is coming to you live from Relay Payments HQ in Atlanta to celebrate the 2024 Haul of Fame winners. Truck drivers are the unsung heroes of our nation. They work tirelessly to ensure our shelves are stocked and too often their hard work and dedication goes unnoticed. The Relay Haul of Fame is dedicated to thanking drivers and casting a spotlight on the selfless deeds they do day in and out. We’ll catch up with this year’s winners, Deb Labree and Roger

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44:38

Pilot’s $25K truck driver appreciation contest; fall...

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2024/09/04

On episode 754 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is back from Labor Day with FreightWaves’ Kyle Taylor to break down the post-holiday freight market. Was Labor Day a peak season catalyst or have rates failed to gain momentum? Pilot Flying J is celebrating truck driver appreciation week with their Pilot Flying J 2024 Road Warrior Contest. Jordan Spradling stops by to talk about how drivers can win and what you need to do to nominate them. We’ll also learn about their new partnership with the University

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45:35

How Costco leveraged its supply chain to become 3rd...

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2024/08/30

On episode 753 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by supply chain super consultant Brittain Ladd to talk about how Costco leveraged its supply chain to become the third largest retailer in the world. Nearly one third of Americans count themselves as members and the company is now expanding into East Asia. Ladd shares how Costco is using tech to scale the business even further.MoLo co-founder and podcaster Andrew Silver returns to the show to talk about the state of the industry and lessons

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45:30

The logistic of death

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2024/08/28

On episode 752 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is joined by Titan Casket CEO Scott Ginsberg. He’s here to show off the company’s revolutionary new casket and to talk about the logistics of the ultimate final mile: death.We’re getting a temperature check on the economy and the freight market with Reliance Partners’ Thom Albrecht. Another freight magician stops by the show in an attempt to prove a survey wrong that says women find magic to be one of the most unattractive hobbies. YardView Yard

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Rail strike decision “disastrous”; Trooper Ben’s...

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2024/08/26

On episode 751 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about the Canadian government's order for striking union workers to get back on the job. That trains may be back on track but Paul Boucher, president of the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference says that the decision is, “disastrous for labor.” Kansas Highway Patrol’s Trooper Ben Gardner stops by the show to talk about staying safe on the highway. Magic has been called one of the least attractive hobbies that a man can have. Energy Transport

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45:30

Canadian rail lockout ordered to end; freight creeps...

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2024/08/23

On Episode 750 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about the Canadian government ordering an end to the rail lockout. CN has ended its lockout, but CPKC is continuing its work stoppage.Scammers are targeting zero-emission fleets in California by offering them bogus Telsa Semi reservations. Talon Logistics Inc.’s Mike Bush talks about how it works and why his company didn’t fall victim to it. A couple of ladies of logistics clap back against creeps contacting them in their direct messages

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45:28

Rail strike looms; ‘Theft of Fire’ and the logistics...

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2024/08/21

On Episode 749 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about a potential rail strike in Canada that could begin this week and how it would disrupt freight for months.What are the logistics of publishing a book? “Theft of Fire” author Devon Eriksen stops by the studio to talk about his latest novel involving a deep-space trucker and an intergalactic cargo heist. We’ll find out what it’s about and how to go from your next great idea to getting your novel on store shelves. Consolidation is

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45:28

Should Kamala Harris cap spot rates; AI and the Dali...

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2024/08/19

On Episode 748 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner welcomes Super Trucker Justin Martin back to the show. They’re talking about whether Kamala Harris should price-cap spot rates; truck driver pranks that go too far; a harrowing video of a UPS driver; and the merits of truck stop sushi.Freight Science’s Intelligent Decision Automation platform helped with rerouting shipments automatically right after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse. We’ll learn from Paper Transport Inc.’s Wes Kornowske how the tech

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45:31

How Red Sea conflict is reshaping shipping and the...

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2024/08/16

On episode 747 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by GCaptain’s John Konrad V to talk all about the Red Sea conflict, America’s need for shipbuilding; and the decimation of the U.S. merchant marine. What happens when a driver dies on the road? It can be incredibly challenging for surviving family members. That’s why Robert Palm started Truckers Final Mile, a charity dedicated to helping trucking families when the worst happens. Plus, FreightWave’s CEO and founder Craig Fuller offers debate

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45:28

OOIDA urges DOT to proceed with caution on AI,...

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2024/08/14

On Episode 746 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking to OOIDA’s Jay Grimes about his organization’s pushback against AI and autonomous trucks. OOIDA has urged DOT to develop AV standards that are based on documented research and testing data. We’ll find out all about their concerns.How do hotshot loads work? We’re getting a crash course in Hotshot Trucking 101 from Diligent Delivery Systems’ Richard Sharp. Sharp also shares his top tips for peak and hurricane season preparedness. Need

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45:31

What inventory levels are telling us about holiday...

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2024/08/12

On Episode 745 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is looking at what inventory levels have to say about peak season in trucking. Netstock’s Barry Kukkuk breaks down their latest report.Truck Tech’s Alan Adler is in New York for Cummins’ latest event. We’ll find out what the word on the scene is. Adler also talks about Kodiak’s latest autonomous trucking pivot and Nikola’s financials. NXTStep Vets’ Chris “Gonzo” Gonzalez just got back from his group’s annual VFW National Home motorcycle ride. This year

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45:51

Inside Körber’s acquisition of MercuryGate; tech vs...

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2024/08/09

On episode 744 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking about an explosion in Ningbo aboard Yang Ming’s YM Mobility. Are lithium ion batteries to blame again? Korber’s Rik Schrader talks about their big deal for MercuryGate. WeatherOptics’ Scott Pecoriello looks at fallout from Hurricane Debby and looks ahead to how the rest of the storm season could impact freight. Verified Carrier’s Andrey Drotenko talks about the $700 million-a-year cargo theft problem this industry faces and how Verified

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45:36

FreightTech M&A heats up in August; engine tech;...

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2024/08/07

On Episode 743 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is talking about August’s red-hot FreightTech M&A. This week, Korber acquired MercuryGate and Bestpass grabbed Drivewyze. What’s driving the deals, and what company will be scooped up next? Leonard’s Express is teaming up with Optimal Dynamics to enhance driver experience and asset utilization. We’ll find out from Mike McGovern how they’re using tech and AI to reshape their transportation network. Engine Technology Forum’s Allan Schaeffer is fresh off a

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45:30

Will stock market sell-off kill freight recovery;...

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2024/08/05

On Episode 742 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Dooner is looking at the impact that global unrest and a tanking stock market are having on rates. FreightWaves’ Kyle Taylor breaks down the data and sentiment driving the market. He’ll also tell us the 10 best lanes to run right now. Truckstop’s Brent Hutto shares a new report his firm has conducted with Bloomberg to gauge carrier sentiment. With 44% of carriers concerned about the market, what will that mean for recovery? Hutto also has a freight fraud

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