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Just because it’s fiction doesn’t mean it’s not true. Host & novelist, Amy Impellizzeri, interviews the biggest authors of this year’s best sellers and gets down and deep to reveal the true inspiration behind the stories. From Bangles Co-Founder & Debut Novelist, Susanna Hoffs, to New York Times Best-Selling Authors, Marie Benedict, E. Lockhart, and Kristy Woodson Harvey, just to name a few. Tune in to hear this week’s guest admit: “No one’s ever asked me that before!”
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This is Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast. Join host Brent Hutto as he explores the… world of trucking and freight management. We're diving deep into the freight industry and uncovering why the trucking industry is more crucial now than ever before. Listen to uncover the driving forces behind successful trucking businesses and hear from the hardworking truckers who keep the world moving. Get ready to hit the road with us!
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Tyler Johnston, the Director of Operations at Mercer Transportation. Together they explore: The importance of building strong relationships between carriers and brokers in the trucking industry The need for effective communication and negotiation skills in order to…
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After a 5 year hiatus, novelist Cathy Lamb is back with a new, self-published novel, inspired by her own childhood, with a cast of characters that are both inspired and imagined. Find out what she is learning about a return to art on her own terms in this no holds barred episode!By Jamie Anderson
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Timothy Dooner, WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Host & Producer at FreightWaves and SiriusXM. Join them as they explore: The importance of consistency and dedication in maintaining podcast success Leveraging partnerships and sponsorships for podcast growth and sustainability Pur…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Paul Jaroslawski, President and Founder of Freight Caviar and co-founder of Shipper CRM. Join them as they explore: The importance of understanding different cultures in business Embracing slow growth and quality over quantity The value of face-to-face interactions…
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Maddie Dawson is the pen name of Sandi Shelton (just wait until you hear WHY she picked this name!) who is the author of the newest Amazon First Reads Pick, LET'S PRETEND THIS WILL WORK. With its true life inspiration, quirky characters, and thought-provoking premise, this new novel will take you on a ride you won't expect. Don't miss this conversa…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Trey Griggs, Founder and CEO of BETA Consulting Group. Join them as they explore: Trey’s childhood trips in his Dad’s truck Why he chose to found his own business His struggles with self-confidence His advice on turning customers into fans! Trey has been consulting…
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Last time we talked to Tricia Blanchet, writing as TM Blanchet, she had just released her debut novel in 2022. Now, TM Blanchet has just finished the HEATH TRILOGY with the newly released Herrick's Key and what an ending! We talk about how the original ending of The Trilogy changed and Tricia makes a confession about which was the hardest book to w…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Todd Amen, President and CEO of ATBS. Join them as they explore: How Todd and his brothers learnt their work ethic from their father The challenges of getting drivers interested in ATBS’ services What it’s like to work with your brothers And much more! Todd is Pres…
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When IKHTBE Host/Creator Amy Impellizzeri received an advance copy of a book from an unknown author, Catherine Mack, she dove right in and was anxious to meet the author. Turns out she already did! Catherine McKenzie, Canadian lawyer turned bestselling author of 20 novels (largely psychological suspense) surprised everyone by revealing that she was…
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Nicole Moleti and Krista Wells, who together write as Addison McKnight sit down with I KNOW HOW THIS BOOK ENDS to talk about what it's REALLY like when 2 friends write a book a together (hint: it's not easy!) and why they went from writing about women's issues in the non-fiction world separately to writing novels together. There's a sneak peek abou…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Marc Blubaugh, Partner at Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan and Aronoff. Join them as they explore: The importance of being aware of laws that affect your business early on Why contracts need to be central to broker-carrier relationships The widespread implications of A…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Joel Morrow, CEO of Alpha Drivers Testing & Consulting. Join them as they explore: A new model for fair compensation and safer roads in the trucking space How efficiency challenges led to a breakthrough in fleet management Why the 6x2 axle configurations work bette…
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Award-winning Author, Sarah Beth Durst, has just released a novel that reviewers say “Go into this one blind!”Written from the perspective of a character who simply doesn’t exist, THE LIES AMONG US is a clever, unusual, atmospheric and gripping novel about lies, grief, and family. Don’t miss this episode as we talk about how this novel came to be a…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Lee Klaskow, Senior Analyst of Freight Transportation and Logistics at Bloomberg Intelligence and Host of Talking Transports. Join them as they explore: How Lee moved from Wall Street to transportation The current state of the global markets How transportation and …
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Alex Mai, Owner and voice of Mutha Trucker News. Join them as they explore: The backstory of Mutha Trucker The importance of relationships and communication in the trucking industry What businesses are doing wrong on social media And much more! Alex is the voice of…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Kevin Rutherford, Owner and Presenter of LetsTruck. Join them as they explore: How few educational opportunities exist for owner-operators How Kevin got started in trucking, writing, and radio Turning four years of working through severe debt into a business opport…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Grace Sharkey, the host of FreightWaves Drive Time on SiriusXM. Join them as they explore: The power of a scrappy attitude Why investments in people are more important than investments in tech Challenges of transitioning from a brokerage to journalism And much more…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Toby Young, Show Manager for the Mid-America Trucking Show. Join them as they explore: Handling conflict resolution in a family business How to lead by example How the Mid-America Trucking Show has changed its direction to reflect attendee feedback And much more! A…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Sam Watts, Owner of Wattsmen Diesel House and Safety Supervisor for Meiborg Brothers. Join them as they explore: How to build out a safety program The seven safety categories everybody in trucking should know Why you should never ignore safety And much more! The pe…
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In this Season 4 Premiere, 4-Time Emmy-Nominated Jon Lindstrom (of General Hospital and True Detective fame) takes us behind the curtain of Hollywood - for the good, bad, and ugly, as we deep dive into the story behind the story of his debut novel (and new USA Today Bestseller) HOLLYWOOD HUSTLE. Tune in to hear secrets spilled, character inspiratio…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Rob Haddock, Transportation Consultant for Albedo Logistics. Join them as they explore: How experience on the production line helped to shape Rob’s approach to supply chain management What it was like to be in charge of the supply chain for summer Olympic events Wh…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Seretha Willingham, CEO and Founder of SJW Logistics. Join them as they explore Seretha’s six pro tips for logistics entrepreneurship: Plan your work Be prepared to pivot off of a bad idea Use your market intelligence by leveraging data Do your homework Make sure y…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Rob Carpenter, President of Carpenter Compliance. Join them as they: Explore what led Rob into compliance Explain why compliance doesn’t protect you from exposure Highlight the importance of explaining the why behind processes Discuss the biggest mistakes smaller c…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Reed Loustalot, Co-Founder of LOSTFR8. Join them as they: Delve into the conversation that led to LOSTFR8’s foundations Explain what opportunities LOSTFR8 creates for carriers Explore the power of social media for branding And more! Reed Loustalot is the “Chief Eve…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Christopher Chase, Assistant Director of Marketing for the Port of Los Angeles. Join them as they: Explore the situation in the Red Sea Discuss the global impact of shipping lines shifting away from the Red Sea Consider how to effectively manage the challenges faci…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Aaron Dunn, Director of Sales and Marketing at PDQ America, and Michael Clements, President at PDQ America. Join them as they: Dig into the story behind PDQ America Explore PDQ’s pretty darn quick attitude Share the conversation that led to their podcast, Trucking …
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Cassandra Gaines, Founder and CEO of Carrier Assure. Tune in to hear Cassandra’s story, how she suddenly found herself in the world of trucking law, and how her years in multiple businesses led to her devising the software system Carrier Assure that would change th…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Laura Cyrus, Senior Director of Industry Training and Outreach for Truckers Against Trafficking. Join them as they: Discuss Laura's journey into the world of advocating against human trafficking Elaborate on the free training and materials they give to create aware…
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In this special holiday episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto brings together truck drivers from Werner Transportation, Tim Dean, Jesus Davila, Steve and Gina Jones, to discuss their unique journey delivering the 2023 Christmas tree from West Virginia to the nation's Capital. Join them as they: Celebrate delivering the Cap…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Nicole Glenn, Founder and CEO of Candor Expedite. Join them as they: Delve into Nicole’s unexpected entrance to trucking Discuss Nicole’s decision to found her own business Explore the highs and lows of expedited work Explain Nicole’s recent foray into frozen freig…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Ed and Deb Kingdon of Hardy Brothers Trucking. Join them as they: Discuss their journey to truck driving Delve into the intricacies of team driving Highlight some of the negatives of truck driving Explore the mission of delivering the Capitol Christmas tree And mor…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Joyce Brenny, CEO and Founder of Brenny Transportation. Join them as they: Discuss the moments that led to the founding of Brenny Transportation Delve into the reasons Brenny Transportation is the empire it is today Highlight Joyce’s advocacy work for truckers ever…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Desmond Clark, President of Bear Down Logistics. Join them as they: Discuss Desmond’s transition from NFL to logistics Delve into the stress of getting your first customer Explore Desmond’s mindset for success Share advice for anyone getting started in logistics An…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Evan Shelley, Co-Founder and CEO of Truck Parking Club. Join them as they: Explore Evan’s transition from real estate to truck parking Discuss the challenges of starting a company and building out a product Examine how the Truck Parking Club app solves the parking …
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Tyler Johnston, Director of Operations at Mercer Transportation. Join them as they: Explore what sets Mercer apart from other truckload carriers Share advice for managing negotiations between carriers and brokers Examine the three ways customers send carriers freig…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Rahmel Wattley, Founder of Truck N’ Hustle. Join them as they: Explore Rahmel’s start in dispatching Discuss Rahmel’s first entrepreneurial venture: Ultimate Driver Staffing Shine a light on the impetus behind the FreighFest conference And more! Rahmel Wattley is t…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Ellen Voie, Founder of the Women In Trucking Association. Join them as they: Discuss the early days of the Women In Trucking Association Explore Ellen’s drive to get more data on gender disparity in the trucking industry Delve into the wins and challenges the Assoc…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Adam Wingfield, Founder and Managing Director of Innovative Logistics Group. Join them as they: Delve into the educational side of Innovative Logistics Group Explore why Adam wishes he’d hired more people sooner when founding Innovative Logistics Group Shine a ligh…
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In this revealing episode, former live sports reporter, Elise Hart Kipness, reveals how the heroes (and villains!) from her days as a female sports journalist helped fuel the story for her debut novel, LIGHTS OUT. Elise takes us inside the locker rooms of some of the biggest NBA, Tennis and Golf icons (looking at you, Venus Williams!) and gives the…
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In this episode of Freight Nation: A Trucking Podcast, host Brent Hutto is joined by Henry Albert, President of Albert Transport Join them as they: Discuss Henry’s career journey to running Albert Transport Shine a light on Henry’s top tip for convincing a shipper to use him to haul freight Explore how Henry now averages at 10 miles per gallon of f…
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In this episode, Cuban-born writer, Rosa Lowinger, shares the poignant story behind her deeply personal memoir - DWELL TIME - a story of intergenerational trauma and displacement, and ultimately of healing and hope. It’s a unique perspective from a woman who has broken through barriers in the world of art conservation and more! https://rosalowinger…
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Bestselling Author, Corie Adjmi grew up in New Orleans before moving to NYC to re-join her parents’ conservative Syrian Jewish community, where she was expected to marry (and did!) at 18. In her new novel, THE MARRIAGE BOX, Corie takes on marriage, coming of age, and a culture clash all set against the backdrop of the Syrian Jewish community. Find …
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In this episode, Katrina reveals how she decided to write a book that starts in March 2020 (and how she finally came to know exactly how it should end!) With her signature light and positivity, Katrina talks about the journey to writing resiliency and hope as her own brand of storytelling and gives a sneak peek of what’s next on the horizon! Katrin…
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Deborah J Ledford, an award-winning author of short stories and crime fiction, stepped away from a creative life in 2017. In this episode, we hear about her beautiful and triumphant return, the catalyst for her new series set on the Taos Pueblo Reservation, and discover who she was most nervous about reading her latest novel. Find out the answer to…
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In this episode, International Bestselling Author, Aimie K. Runyan, shares the backstory of her 7th novel, including the elimination of an entire timeline, and the struggles and rewards of writing about time periods that others have often ignored. Don’t miss this lively discussion of the future of historical fiction, feminism, and chocolate cake! A…
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It’s no surprise that Barbie is at the top of the movie charts and this new novel from bestselling author, Ann Garvin is at the top of the book charts because real women are having a moment, y’all! In this episode, Ann peels back the curtain on Hollywood backlots, publishing, and writing characters that are uniquely relatable. Find out who she was …
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A new episode featuring children’s book author and speaker, Brady Lucas, in a poignant discussion about overcoming two pediatric cancer diagnoses. Brady used his experience, grief and hope to create an impactful new children’s picture book, SMILEY’S SMILE, a must read for anyone facing down cancer or loving someone who is. One of the most powerful …
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Liani Kotcher, writing under the pen name Rektok Ross, has taken the publishing world by storm with her new thriller series. SKI WEEKEND was named a best book by Parade, Cosmopolitan, and Entertainment Weekly, and has been optioned for film. Now she’s back with SUMMER RENTAL, an explosive female-centric slasher horror story that’s been called Mean …
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