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The Freight Coach Podcast

The Freight Coach Podcast is your go-to resource for all things freight, logistics, and transportation. Hosted by industry expert Chris Jolly, this podcast dives deep into the latest trends, insights, and strategies that drive the freight world. Each episode features conversations with top industry professionals, offering valuable tips on everything from supply chain optimization and freight technology to navigating the complexities of logistics management. Whether you"re a seasoned pro or new to

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1551. #TFCP - Intermodal Freight Strategy & Rail...

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2026/10/05

I am thrilled to welcome Shelli Austin from InTek Logistics to the show today to break down her unique career pivot from the theater into the freight industry. We get straight to the heavy-hitting topics, unpacking the true synergy between intermodal freight and truckload logistics and why shippers need to treat intermodal as a consistent, long-term supply chain strategy rather than a temporary backup plan when truck rates skyrocket. Shelli gives us a look at the complexities of managing drayage

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1550. #TFCP - The AI Execution Layer: Operator-Built...

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2026/10/02

Third-generation freight broker Connor Miller joins us to talk about the realities of scaling a freight agency and developing genuine technology in logistics! Connor breaks down his journey of taking his previous brokerage from $40 million to $130 million during the massive COVID surge, stepping away to build a self-sustaining nonprofit clinic in Uganda, and ultimately returning to the industry to found FreightScout. We also discuss practical freight broker automation, emphasizing the need for

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1549. #TFCP - Defending Critical Infrastructure from...

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2026/10/01

Are we going to let bad actors keep hijacking our freight, or is it time we use AI to bulletproof the supply chain? We're still live from the NMFTA Cybersecurity Conference in Long Beach to bring you an absolute powerhouse of an interview with Vishal, a Marine Corps veteran and the founder of Spades Institute! We're completely cutting through the fluff to tackle the massive rise in freight fraud, double brokering, and cargo theft that is bleeding the trucking industry dry right now. Vishal lays

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1548. #TFCP - How Hackers Are Weaponizing Trucking...

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2026/09/30

Today, we're live from the NMFTA Cybersecurity Conference in Long Beach, an absolute must-attend event for anyone moving freight! I just wrapped up a frank conversation with Mike Zupon regarding the glaring supply chain security blind spots that trucking companies are ignoring, especially with the massive surge in AI-driven cyber threats and freight fraud. The harsh reality is that criminal organizations are outpacing us by taking advantage of our old-school, relationship-based business models and

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1547. #TFCP - Turning Freight Analytics into Broker...

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2026/09/29

DAT experts Josh Hanselman and Tamir Dov dive straight into the real side of freight today by breaking down the absolute best strategies for navigating volatile freight market trends and replacing outdated gut feelings with hard, actionable data! Josh and Tamir explore exactly how you can leverage advanced DAT freight tools—like RateView, Trendlines, and the new Rate Strength Score—to accurately forecast truckload pricing and gauge carrier capacity before market shifts catch you off guard. Are you

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1546. #TFCP - Real Talk on Pivoting, Cash Flow &...

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2026/09/28

Are you tired of the fake hustle and ready to hear what actually goes into building a successful freight business from the ground up, and what makes a freight brokerage fail? Garrett Bowers of SPI Logistics is back to break down the honest truths of freight entrepreneurship and why specializing in a specific niche—like dominating the Western 11 and Texas flatbed market—beats dabbling in LTL freight every single time! We cut right to the chase to discuss the heavy lifting required to actually scale a

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1545. #TFCP - Beyond VC: How Bootstrapped Freight...

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2026/09/25

Today, my good friend Nate Shutes of Ballast gets straightforward about the gritty reality of bootstrapping a business in the transportation industry! We are cutting through the venture-capital noise to focus on the hard work, humility, and resilience it actually takes to build a successful freight company from the ground up. Nate opens up about his own journey and why he created his Ballast community to bring independent supply chain founders together for real support and shared knowledge. If you

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1544. #TFCP - How Lawsuits Are Changing Freight...

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2026/09/24

In this episode, we discuss the reality of recent court rulings and why C.H. Robinson is taking the fight directly to Capitol Hill to demand clear carrier selection standards from the FMCSA and the DOT! We are breaking down the truth about these massive nuclear verdicts and what an unclear legal landscape means for the survival of the industry. Think you can just rely on automation to vet your carriers and protect your margins? Think again, because we're also covering Beth Carroll's insights on why

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1543. #TFCP - Heavy Haul Logistics & Oversized...

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2026/09/23

Let's get straight to the real side of the transportation industry with today's guest, Cori Eckley-Ritchards from NATCO (North American Transport Concepts)! Cori breaks down the daily chaos of open-deck heavy haul freight, what it truly takes to build a reputable freight brokerage, the rising threats of double brokering, widespread freight fraud, and the massive divide between ethical TIA brokers and fly-by-night chameleon operators. Bringing 23 years of hands-on logistics experience to the table,

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1542. #TFCP - Modernizing 3PL Workflows: CRM Meets...

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2026/09/22

How do you effectively plug automation into your freight business without losing the human element? What does the future of modern workflows look like in logistics? Let's dive into modern workflows inside of freight alongside Mike Berg of Revenova, sharing how you can practically implement transportation automation to bring immense value to your customers, carriers, and internal teams without getting swallowed up by the competition! While technology and automated logistics software are still in

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1541. #TFCP - The Hidden Backdoor in Your Tech:...

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2026/09/21

Today, we are diving straight into the biggest threat crippling our industry right now: cybersecurity in transportation! Industry experts Joe Ohr and Mike Zupon explain how evolving AI, deepfakes, and outdated tech are leaving fleets wide open to catastrophic cyber attacks and cargo theft. Are you 100% confident your dispatchers wouldn't click a perfectly disguised phishing link? Is your fleet's data actually protected, or are you just blindly hoping you aren't the next target? We have to stop

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1540. #TFCP - Cargo Theft Sentencings, Cyber Risks &...

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2026/09/18

Are organized crime rings hacking your ELDs to pull off massive cargo theft, and could a single cyber attack take down your entire food distribution supply chain? We're back to break down a recent Overdrive Online article where federal prosecutors finally handed down solid nine and 10-year prison sentences to a Philly cargo theft ring that actively tracked truck drivers and exploited mandatory 10-hour ELD rest breaks to steal high-value freight. We are also diving into a crucial FreightWaves piece

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1539. #TFCP - Fleet & Broker Insurance Realities:...

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2026/09/17

Cameron Pechia is back to talk about the heavy-hitting legal realities shaking up the trucking industry right now, including the recent C.H. Robinson lawsuit and what it actually means for freight broker liability and shipper responsibility when a load goes completely sideways! We're keeping it frank about the absolute nightmare of double brokering, why you need strict, documented guardrails for vetting carriers, and the massive legal fallout if your brokerage gets caught slipping. We also tackle

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1538. #TFCP - Mashup Replay | Bulletproof Your...

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2026/09/16

Are you truly protecting your brokerage from nuclear verdicts, or is your carrier vetting process leaving the gate wide open for freight fraud? In this mashup episode, we are getting straight to the facts on how to bulletproof your supply chain with two heavy hitters. First, legal expert Bryan Nelson and I break down the massive impact of broker liability, the realities of the recent C.H. Robinson settlement, and why a strict, no-nonsense carrier selection policy is your absolute best defense

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1537. #TFCP - Building Resilient Freight Networks In...

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2026/09/15

Andrew Peschong from KTI joins us to share some strategies for building and maintaining resilient freight networks in today's market! Learn why treating your carrier partners as a true extension of your business is the ultimate game-changer, rather than endlessly chasing the lowest rate on the cyclical load boards. We also dive into the evolution of freight tech, discussing how to strike the perfect balance between automating your freight brokerage and keeping that crucial human, relationship-driven

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1536. #TFCP - Systems of Execution: Scaling 3PL...

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2026/09/14

Tired of skyrocketing labor costs eating into your freight brokerage margins? How can AI actually streamline your operations without completely losing the critical human element? Dan Hellmann from Envoy is back to share the real state of AI and automation in logistics. We break down how Envoy, a freight tech platform built by actual former operators, is helping brokers decouple labor costs from volume growth by automating those tedious, repetitive tasks in carrier sales and track-and-trace. We get

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1535. #TFCP - Chameleon Carrier Scrutiny & Broker...

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2026/09/11

In today's last episode of the week, we're focusing on two massive regulatory and legal updates that every freight broker needs to know! First, we are tackling the newly introduced REVOKE Act, a piece of legislation aimed at giving the FMCSA actual authority to crack down on chameleon carriers that exploit DOT registration systems to illegally operate. It is about time we see real repercussions to protect legitimate business owners and keep these bad actors off the road. Second, we are diving into

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1534. #TFCP - The Cost of Safety: Fleet Maintenance &...

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2026/09/10

Are you treating safety as just another expense, or do you actually understand the real cost of safety in your fleet? Are you ignoring DOT compliance and E-log violations until a massive lawsuit wipes you out? Let's discuss motor carrier safety with Sam Watts from Ten Four Truck Insurance and the author of The Cost of Safety. We are breaking down the dirty little secrets of the trucking industry, from how small fleets dodge regulations to the massive financial fallout of neglecting basic fleet

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1533. #TFCP - Negligent Hiring & Legal Risks in Freight!

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2026/09/09

Today, I'm sitting down with our good friend, the Armchair Attorney Matt Leffler, to tackle the massive $604 million Lupus Superior case against C.H. Robinson and what it actually means for freight broker liability moving forward! We discuss the reality of vicarious liability in logistics, especially how using third-party driver tracking apps can legally blur the lines between an independent motor carrier and a direct employee. We also take a hard look at the FMCSA's role in highway safety, the

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1532. #TFCP - What Insurance Companies Don't Want You...

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2026/09/08

In this episode, we talk about the ugly side of commercial truck accidents and trucking insurance claims with a personal injury attorney, Brent Stewart! Learn how insurance companies protect their bottom line, often leaving truck drivers and owners footing the bill for a totaled semi-truck because they refuse to pay the actual replacement value, the reality of these massive nuclear verdicts, the undeniable importance of utilizing dash cams to capture the facts, and the exact steps fleet owners must

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