Best Lars and Matthew Podcasts (2024)

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Freight Famous Ep.55: Getting Started with AI in Transportation with Lars Ward 47:02

1h ago47:02

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On this episode of Freight Famous, host Justin Bailie dives into a conversation with Lars Ward, VP of Sales and Strategic Partnerships at Cheema Freight Lines, focusing on the topic of AI in the supply chain industry. They discuss the excitement and concerns surrounding AI, sharing insights on how it impacts work and personal lives. Tune in to hear…

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Scattered – Aamna Mohdin and Lloyd Sowerbutts, in conversation 1:05:36

2h ago1:05:36

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In this episode we welcome Aamna Mohdin to discuss her memoir, Scattered. Aamna is the Guardian’s first community affairs correspondent, reporting on the social, political and economic experiences of the UK’s diverse communities, with a focus on Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. Aamna spent her early years in Kenya’s Kakuma refugee camp…

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Freight Famous Ep.54: Navigating M&A in the Transportation Industry with Meghan Meurer 28:04

2M ago28:04

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Host Justin Bailie, Co-founder of Rose Rocket, sits down with Meghan Meurer, Chief Commercial Officer at Tenney Group, to discuss the world of mergers and acquisitions in the transportation industry. Meghan shares valuable insights on the current M&A market trends, highlights the importance of scalability, free cash flow, and buyer profiles. She em…

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Episode 70: PUHH WREK 91.1 FM - June 2024 2:59:54

2M ago2:59:54

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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (June 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: DJ Yusef Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.faceboo…

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Freight Famous Ep.53: Non-competes, Autonomous Trucking and Nuclear Verdicts with Matthew Leffler 1:06:38

2M ago1:06:38

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Are non-competes helping or hindering your trucking business? In this episode of Freight Famous, host Justin Bailie interviews Matthew Leffler, The Armchair Attorney, to discuss non-competes, non-solicits, and the legal implications in the transportation industry. The conversation delves into the history and evolution of non-competes, shedding ligh…

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Where We Come From: Rap, Home & Hope in Modern Britain - Aniefiok Ekpoudom, in conversation with Caleb Azumah Nelson 1:13:42

3M ago1:13:42

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In this episode we are listening to South London writer and storyteller Aniefiok Ekpoudom and bestselling writer, photographer and filmmaker Caleb Azumah Nelson, as they discuss ⁠the music and modern social history detailed in Neef's outstanding book; Where We Come From: Rap, Home & Hope in Modern Britain, published by Faber in 2024. Libreria wishe…

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Nikki Giovanni – a reading of three poems, at Libreria 9:27

3M ago9:27

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In this episode we are listening to renowned poet, activist and icon Nikki Giovanni, who visited Libreria for an intimate night of readings and discussion with a small audience. In this first of two episodes, we are listening to the live readings of: Ego Tripping (from Re: Creation, 1970), Still Life with Apron (from Chasing Utopia, 2013) & Vegetab…

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Nikki Giovanni – intimate readings and conversation, at Libreria 43:51

4M ago43:51

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In this episode we are listening to renowned poet, activist and icon Nikki Giovanni, who visited Libreria for an intimate night of readings and discussion with a small audience. In this second of two episodes, we are listening to Nikki share her thoughts and feelings about the world, her fascination with space travel, a love of jazz, food and Black…

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The Future of Trust - Ros Taylor and Lloyd Sowerbutts, in conversation 34:52

4M ago34:52

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In this episode we are listening to Ros Taylor discuss her book The Future of Trust, recently published by Melville House, as part of their FUTURES series. We touch on the ideas of interpersonal and institutional trust, when events and public figures continue to undermine and erode them, but it’s not a doom-laden chat! Libreria wishes to thank Ros …

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Episode 69: PUHH WREK 91.1 FM - April 2024 3:00:00

5M ago3:00:00

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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (April 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: DJ Butta Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.facebo…

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Freight Famous Ep.52: The Evolution of FreightWaves and the Birth of Firecrown with Craig Fuller 49:33

5M ago49:33

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From an idea to a $300 million data product in the transportation sector. In this episode of Freight Famous, host Justin Bailie sits down with Craig Fuller, the founder of FreightWaves, Sonar, and Firecrown, to discuss the evolution of his businesses. Craig shares insights on how he built a successful media company, the role of Sonar in the industr…

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Freight Famous Ep.51: Trucking Teen to 106 Trucks with Andrew J Gomez 1:00:30

5M ago1:00:30

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What were you doing at 17 years old? In this inspiring episode of Freight Famous, we had the pleasure of speaking with Andrew J Gomez, the young, but very wise owner of AJG Transport. Andrew's story is nothing short of remarkable, having started his trucking company at the age of 17. Now, at 26, he oversees a fleet of 106 trucks and has gained a we…

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Freight Famous Ep.50: The Journey of Electrifying Fleets with Shayna Rector 45:19

6M ago45:19

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Are electric vehicles the future of trucking? In this episode of Freight Famous, host and Co-founder Justin Bailie sits down with Shayna Rector, Co-founder and VP of 7Gen to discuss the age-old question. Shayna shares insights into how their company helps businesses transition to electric vehicles, focusing on medium and heavy-duty fleets. From fin…

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American Mother – Colum McCann and Lloyd Sowerbutts, in conversation 39:52

5M ago39:52

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In this episode we welcome Colum McCann, the National Book Award-winning author of Let the Great World Spin, and the Booker Prize-nominated Apeirogon, to discuss his first non-fiction book, American Mother. which tells the story of Diane Foley – mother of beheaded journalist James Foley – who has come face-to-face with her son’s killer and continue…

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Episode 68: PUHH WREK 91.1 FM - FEB 2024 2:59:50

6M ago2:59:50

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EPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (Feb 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: Calvin Morgan Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.face…

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Freight Famous Ep.49: From High School Students to Trucking Professionals with Lindsey Trent 35:44

6M ago35:44

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How much money did you make your first year out of high school? In this episode of Freight Famous, host and Co-founder Justin Bailie sits down with Lindsey Trent, Co-founder of Next Generation Trucking Association and highlights truck driving as a potential career for young adults. The association introduces high school students to the industry and…

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The Upside-Down World – Benjamin Moser and Lauren Elkin, in conversation at Libreria 1:06:57

6M ago1:06:57

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In this episode we are listening to Benjamin Moser and Lauren Elkin discuss Ben’s recent publication The Upside-Down World: Meetings with the Dutch Masters, which was recorded in October 2023, live in the bookshop. With the company of some of the finest artists known, Benjamin Moser discusses art, life, and death, with the passion of a knowledgeabl…

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Freight Famous Bonus Episode 2: Innovation and Personal Growth with Justin Bailie 48:47

7M ago48:47

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What’s the secret to the success of any business? In this bonus episode of Freight Famous, host and Co-founder of Rose Rocket, Justin Bailie is interviewed by Winnie Chen, Director of Marketing at Rose Rocket, about what he has learned in business and transportation in the past year. They discuss topics such as why the TMS is dead, Rose Rocket embr…

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Episode 67: PUHH WREK 91.1 FM - JAN 2024 2:55:32

7M ago2:55:32

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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (Jan 2024) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: Swift Vidal Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.faceb…

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Freight Famous Ep 47: How Truckers Can Help Fight Human Trafficking with Heather Fry 38:12

7M ago38:12

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Did you know that human trafficking is one of the fastest growing criminal enterprises in the world, and that it affects millions of people globally? In our latest episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with Heather Fry, Director of Industry Training at Truckers Against Trafficking. They delved into a critical and sobering topic: human trafficking. …

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Freight Famous Ep 46: Building a Freight Media Empire and Overcoming Personal Challenges with Tim Dooner 1:01:49

8M ago1:01:49

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Happy New Year, everyone! We’re excited to kick off 2024 with another episode of Freight Famous. In this week’s episode, host Justin Bailie had the honor of hosting Tim Dooner, the voice behind the gold standard of freight podcasts, What The Truck?!?. Tim's journey is nothing short of inspiring. From his early days in the music industry to his acci…

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Episode 66: PUHH SHOW WREK 91.1 FM - DEC 2023 2:59:02

8M ago2:59:02

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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (DEC 2023) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: ZACKIRIA SOUL Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.fac…

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Freight Famous Ep 45: 2023 Recap Episode 1:05:39

9M ago1:05:39

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That’s a wrap on our second season of Freight Famous 🎧 This season, we dived deeper into topics like resilience in transportation, embracing technology, and adapting to what was a tough year for the freight economy. Our final episode is our once a year special that recaps all of our episodes. If you missed any, the drive to your family during the h…

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Sleepless – Marie Darrieussecq and Brian Dillon in conversation, at Libreria 56:47

8M ago56:47

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In this episode we are listening to Marie Darrieussecq and Brian Dillon discuss Marie’s recent publication Sleepless, which was recorded in October 2023, live in the bookshop. Plagued by insomnia for twenty years, Marie Darrieussecq recounts her own experiences alongside those of fellow insomniacs, mostly fellow writers like Ovid, Marcel Proust, Vi…

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Freight Famous Ep 44: Uplifting Women in Transportation & Logistics with Kristy Knichel 55:07

9M ago55:07

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Growing a transportation business from $32M to $100M in revenue is no easy feat. CEO Kristy Knichel did it with grace and wants to empower other women to be leaders in the industry. In this week’s Freight Famous episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with Kristy Knichel, CEO of Knichel Logistics. She shares her story of how she went from working in …

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Freight Famous Ep 43: Steering healthier habits for transportation professionals with Dr. Mark Manera 37:50

9M ago37:50

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Did you know, truck drivers have a life expectancy 16 years less than the average population? In this week’s Freight Famous episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with Dr. Mark Manera, Founder of Supply Chain Fitness (SCF). They discuss how Mark was inspired to apply his background in physical therapy to helping transportational professionals live h…

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Episode 65: PUHH WREK 91.1 FM - NOV 2023 2:56:23

9M ago2:56:23

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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (NOV 2023) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: DJ LA Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.facebook.co…

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Freight Famous Ep 42: The digitalization of the supply chain with Thomas Deakins 52:26

10M ago52:26

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How do you create a data strategy in order to digitalize your transportation business? In this week’s Freight Famous episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with Thomas Deakins, Director of the Global Supply Chain Institute at the University of Tennessee. They discuss how to embrace the digital supply chain, refining & applying data to improve your b…

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Episode 64: PUHH WREK 91.1 FM - OCT 2023 3:00:00

10M ago3:00:00

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REPLAY of Pop Up House Headz Show (OCT 2023) Enjoy the Sounds of Deep + Soulful + Afro + Latin + Jackin + House Music on Electronic Sound System WREK 91.1 FM. Live mix by Resident DJ BE + Guest: Sir Thomas Take your Mind, Body and Soul on a Musical Journey. **FOR PROMO USE ONLY** Contact/Booking Info: IG: djbe_392 atlhousenotes@gmail.com www.facebo…

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Freight Famous Ep 41: Crowdfunding 1.5M to build an electric trucking business with Chace Barber 38:07

10M ago38:07

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Electric vehicle manufacturers have some clear frontrunners leading the way. But, Chace Barber is trying to disrupt the norm – he crowdfunded $1.5M to build his own EV. In this week’s Freight Famous episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with Chace Barber, CEO of Edison Motors. They discuss Chace’s journey of building an electric truck from scratch,…

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Freight Famous Ep 40: How technology is disrupting the logistics industry with Royce Neubauer 51:27

11M ago51:27

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As a CEO, do you know the difference between working on your business vs. in your business? In this week’s Freight Famous episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with Royce Neubauer, CEO & President of SFL companies & founder of Auto Hauler Exchange. The two discuss knowing when to go from being in the day-to-day operations of the business to getting…

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My Weil – Lars Iyer & Jon Day in discussion, at Libreria 1:05:06

10M ago1:05:06

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In this episode we are listening to Lars Iyer and Jon Day discuss Lars’ recent novel My Weil, which was recorded live in the bookshop in September 2023. My Weil is the third in a loose trilogy of novels, where significant continental thinkers are brought into contemporary academic scenarios that skewer academia, and the parochial ways of British li…

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Freight Famous Ep 39: The future of trucking wearables & data with Steven Kastelic 48:54

11M ago48:54

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What if there was a way to track your tiredness levels as a driver to increase your performance? In this week’s Freight Famous episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with Steven Kastelic, CEO of BlyncSync Technologies, to discuss a wearable technology that could help drivers regulate their alertness levels. They discuss ways to mitigate driver surve…

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Freight Famous Ep 38: Replacing the TMS with Tim Hopkins 48:13

12M ago48:13

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Businesses aren’t just looking for a TMS. They’re looking for a transformation. In this week’s Freight Famous episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with TIm Hopkins, VP of Enterprise at Rose Rocket to discuss tackling the beast of replacing a TMS. Tim shares his insights on when exactly a new TMS makes sense for your business, how to justify a chan…

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Freight Famous Ep 37: Protecting your transportation business from being hacked with Ian Penney 51:30

12M ago51:30

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What happens if your transportation business gets hacked? In this week’s Freight Famous episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with Ian Penney, IT & security leader to discuss cybersecurity. With over 22 years of experience, Ian breaks down the things that make your business a real target for a security attack. He shares what to do if your business …

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Freight Famous Ep 36: 5 golden rules to starting a successful brokerage with Mike Riccio 31:07

1y ago31:07

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If you’re looking to start your own brokerage, there are five golden rules you need to follow In this week’s Freight Famous episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with Mike Riccio of More than Miles Consulting. With over 35 years of experience in the industry, Mike discusses the five rules you need to follow if you’re looking to open your own broker…

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Freight Famous Ep 35: Solving the truck parking crisis with Evan Shelley 48:47

1y ago48:47

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The average trucker takes about 15 minutes to find a parking spot. The truck parking crisis is evident, and one company has taken their shot at solving it. In this week’s Freight Famous episode, host Justin Bailie sits down with Evan Shelley, CEO of Truck Parking Club – a network of instantly reservable parking spots for trucks across the country. …

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Episode 55 - Alec Burlakoff - Strippers, Drugs, and Killing In The Name Of. 1:11:34

1y ago1:11:34

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Welcome to "The Wolf Den," in this episode we venture into the heart of the American opioid epidemic, exposing the dark underbelly of pharmaceutical sales and the devastating impact it has had on countless lives. In this special feature, we invite you to join us for an exclusive and emotionally charged interview with Alec Burlakoff, a former top ex…

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Freight Famous Ep 34: The secrets behind the entrepreneurial mindset with Rahmel Wattley 56:08

1y ago56:08

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Being a successful entrepreneur in the trucking industry starts with one key step – an entrepreneurial mindset. This week, Freight Famous host Justin Bailie sits down with Rahmel Wattley, CEO & founder of well-known media company Truck n’ Hustle. Rahmel shares his story on being inspired to educate people in transportation & logistics and the growt…

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Freight Famous Ep 33: Tools to staying healthy on the road with Hope Zvara 56:36

1y ago56:36

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What could be the solution for the trucking mental health epidemic? Movement. This week, Freight Famous host Justin Bailie sits down with Hope Zvara, CEO & founder of Mother Trucker Yoga. Hope talks about how she went from yoga to teaching trucking fitness and using her business to connect with drivers on the road. She shares her toolkit to encoura…

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Freight Famous Ep 32: Why you should invest in technology even during a recession with Ryan Schreiber 48:22

1y ago48:22

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The secret to breaking market cycles during a recession? Investing in technology. This week, Freight Famous host Justin Bailie sits down with Chief Growth Officer at Metafora, Ryan Schreiber, to discuss why companies are investing in technology at a time like now. They discuss why tools like a TMS are a continual investment as well as what investin…

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Freight Famous Ep 31: How creating values and culture will revolutionize your business with Elizabeth Kurfess 56:57

1y ago56:57

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Do you have a set of values that govern your life, yet alone, your company’s? This week, Freight Famous host Justin Bailie sits down with executive coach, Elizabeth Kurfess to discuss the secret to creating a company culture, even with limited resources. They discuss what exactly it means to have values and why it’s important to define these, both …

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Freight Famous Ep 30: The barriers and learnings in autonomous trucking with Ann Campbell 54:49

1+ y ago54:49

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From two day delivery to two hour delivery, has our industry been set-up with impossible standards? This week, Freight Famous host Justin Bailie sits down with PhD Ann Campbell, Business Analytics Executive Officer at the University of Iowa. Ann starts by breaking down the barriers and adjustments that come with the integration of autonomous trucks…

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Episode 54 - Barry Minkow - The Good, The Bad and the Repentant 1:24:38

1+ y ago1:24:38

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This week The Pack is joined by a man who needs no introductions to anyone in the world of finance. Barry Jay Minkow, former American businessman, pastor, and 2x convicted felon, is now turned, fraud hunter. At 16, Minkow founded ZZZZ Best, an immensely successful carpet cleaning and restoration company. However, it was a front to attract investmen…

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Poverty, by America – Matthew Desmond, at Libreria 40:07

1y ago40:07

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In this episode Libreria welcomes Pulitzer Prize winner, MacArthur Fellow and esteemed sociologist, Matthew Desmond. Matthew is the author of Poverty, by America, and Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City. Libreria wishes to thank Allen Lane publishers of the Penguin Random House group for the opportunity to host a live discussion with M…

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Freight Famous Ep 29: The war on Nuclear Verdicts in transportation with Eric Zalud 38:59

1+ y ago38:59

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How does a single lawsuit cost companies millions of dollars? Nuclear verdict. This week, Freight Famous host Justin Bailie sits down with Eric Zalud, Partner & Associate Chairman at Benesch Law. They take a deep dive into how transportation companies are finding themselves in hot water over nuclear verdicts. As someone who works on the defense sid…

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Freight Famous Ep 28: Regulating the carrier marketplace with Brent Hutto 37:56

1+ y ago37:56

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How are carrier & broker marketplaces regulated efficiently yet ethically? In this special episode of Freight Famous, we’re bringing you to the 2023 Mid-America Trucking show where host Justin Bailie talks with Brent Hutto, Chief Relationship officer at Truckstop. Brent talks about the art of learning how to treat people right in the industry, with…

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Episode 53 -Serpent ZA - Loving China - Fleeing China - Attacks by Confucius Institutes - China owning Putin 1:00:47

1+ y ago1:00:47

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This Week The Pack is joined by Winston Sterzel, (on Twitter @serpentza) also known by his YouTube pseudonym SerpentZA. We talk about his time in China, his need to flee, How China has changed, and the chilling effect they have on free speech in the US. Russia, Ukraine, and Vietnam and how China has its hand in global events. He lived in Shenzhen i…

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One Small Voice - Santanu Bhattacharya 49:48

1+ y ago49:48

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In this episode the microphone is passed on to Libreria bookseller Buitumelo, who has invited debut author Santanu Bhattacharya, to chat about his recent novel One Small Voice, which was published by Fig Tree. Santanu Bhattacharya’s debut novel One Small Voice introduces us to the epic tale of a young man's life and journey through India, starting …

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Freight Famous Ep 27 - Supply Chain Resiliency Through Digital Transformation with Ryan Ernst 53:05

1+ y ago53:05

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Supply chain resiliency and agility – two terms that are somewhat mystified, yet super relevant to the survival of companies in today’s economic landscape. In this episode, host Justin Bailie is joined by Ryan Ernst, a Canadian Partner at Deloitte, and leader of Canada’s Planning & Fulfillment practice, to go through today’s supply chain trends, an…

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