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Bulkloads Podcast

Jared Flinnbulkloads.libsyn.com
A trucking podcast that covers all aspects of bulk freight trucking. Hosted by Jared Flinn, owner of multiple trucking-related businesses. Jared brings on a new guest weekly to discuss technology, innovation, safety & compliance, insurance, trucking success stories, and much more related to the bulk freight trucking industry. This podcast hits on all aspects of the industry, our audience includes bulk haulers, shippers, brokers, merchandisers, farmers, and more. Check out our related businesses for bulk freight: BulkLoads - www.bulkloads.com Bulk Insurance Group - www.bulkinsurancegroup.com Smart Freight Funding - www.smartfreightfunding.com Transportation Management (TMS) - https://www.bulktms.com/ Permitting- https://www.bulkloads.com/tools/permitting/
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Episodes

BLP 140: Only Pay for the Insurance You Need

Today Jared speaks with Matthew Vega-Sanz, CEO of Lula. Lula is a really great software that helps connect carriers with insurance companies who only need 'part-time' coverage and not paying full annual premium rates.

Mar 22, 202129 minSeason 4Ep. 140

BLP 139: Scott Bradley of Big Rig Chrome Shop

In today's episode, Jared talks with Scott Bradley of Big Rig Chrome Shop. Scott discusses what exactly you can find on their website and what they specialize in from everything chrome to cab lights and even train horns. You can find them here: www.bigrigchromeshop.com

Mar 15, 202133 minSeason 4Ep. 139

BLP 138: Jon Scheve

In today's episode, Jared talks with Jon Scheve of Superior Feed Ingredients to talk grain marketing and how it connects with bulk transportation. Jon discusses the history of the grain markets and what we can expect in the next year.

Mar 08, 202143 minSeason 4Ep. 138

BLP 137: Mike Lowry of Image Wash Products

In today's episode, Jared talks with Mike Lowry of Image Wash Products. Mike tells us all about their Touchless 1 & 2 to save time and money on washing and keeping the rig looking clean! Make sure and mention our 2 giveaways if you respond. Find Image Wash Products here: washproduct.com

Mar 01, 202136 minSeason 4Ep. 137

BLP 136: How to Calculate Fuel Surcharges

This show I bring back Wayne Levinson, CEO of BulkFR8 to dive deeper into how to calculate fuel surcharges, especially in an industry where freight rates are paid by the tonnage, bushels, or cwt. Wayne talks specifically about establishing a base fuel rate, figuring your average miles per gallon, and taking the current fuel average to create a fuel surcharge percentage.

Feb 22, 202147 minSeason 4Ep. 136

BLP 135: Ryan Garber

Jared talks to Ryan Garber of GFI Transport in Mount Joy, PA talking about the history of their company into becoming a large bulk transport provider. GFI Transport is a family-owned trucking company specializing in hauling dry bulk commodities such as grain, feed ingredients, agricultural products, mulch, stone, fertilizer, coal, and alloys. Located in South Central Pennsylvania, our primary service area is the Northeast and regions east of the Mississippi.

Feb 15, 202134 minSeason 4Ep. 135

BLP 134: Fuel Me

On today's episode, Jared talks with Carlo Passacantando, CEO of Fuel.ME talking about their solution to provide fuel delivery to trucking companies, agriculture, and industrial. Now drivers can get filled up while at a rest stop or facility waiting to get unloaded.

Feb 08, 202132 minSeason 4Ep. 134

BLP 133: The Pigtail Wedge

On today's episode, Jared talks with Robert Patterson the inventor of the Pigtail Wedge. A simple tool to reduce flickering trailer lights! REDUCE FLICKERING TRAILER LIGHTS. EXTEND THE LIFE OF THE PIGTAIL KEEP DRIVERS OUT OF THE SHOP Head over to prodriverproject.com/pigtail/ to order yours today/

Feb 01, 202127 minSeason 4Ep. 133

BLP 132: BulkTMS

Jared brings on Caleb Kindle of Bulk TMS to talk about BulkLoads.com's new Transportation Management System. BulkTMS is a collaborative platform that facilitates the sharing of supply chain information. Built specifically for the Bulk Freight Transportation Industry. Request a Demo: https://www.bulktms.com/gain-access-now

Jan 25, 202133 minSeason 4Ep. 132

BLP 131: Bulkmatic

On today's episode, Jared has second-generation transport logistics professional and General Manager at Bulkmatic Transport Company, Benjamin Caplenor, on the show. Benjamin introduces us to Bulkmatic's new logistic/ brokerage arm for pneumatic freight. Jared and Benjamin discuss how this might accommodate small or medium-size careers looking for some additional volume.

Jan 18, 202123 minSeason 4Ep. 131

BLP 130: Strategies and Business Planning for 2021

Today Jared visits with industry veteran Tim Brady. Tim will give us an update on industry trends and how to plan for the new year. Are you passing up business opportunities? When you do grow, how do you do so in a way that doesn't cause more harm than good?

Jan 11, 202132 minSeason 4Ep. 130

BLP 129: Fertilizer Industry

On today's episode, Jared talks with an ex-coworker and longtime friend, Steve Morgan. Steve talks all about the Fertilizer Industry and what we should expect to see this spring.

Jan 03, 202157 minSeason 3Ep. 129

BLP 128: Haul matches ‘gig’ drivers to fleets

On today's episode, Jared talks with Timothy Henry, Co-founder, and CEO of Haul. Tim talks about the problem in the industry finding drivers and is the solution to create more of an 'Uber' approach to matching up drivers on their terms.

Dec 28, 202026 minSeason 3Ep. 128

BLP 127: Monroeville Freightliner

On today's episode, Jared talks with Darin Stambaugh of Monroeville Freightliner. They discuss how Freightliner has the largest market share of heavy-duty trucks and some of the latest automated technologies that are coming out.

Dec 21, 202039 minSeason 3Ep. 127

BLP 126: Truckers Final Mile

On today's episode, Jared talks with Robert Palm of Truckers Final Mile. They discuss what happens to a carrier's load and remains when they pass while out on the road. Robert set up this great non-profit to assist families through these difficult situations. Learn how you can support your fellow carriers and Truckers Final Mile on this week's episode.

Dec 14, 202037 minSeason 3Ep. 127

BLP 123: How To Treat Each Truck As Its Own Profit Center

On today's episode Jared has Bulkload's all-star, Tim Brady, back on the show. Tim and Jared will be discussing scaling your business. Tim brings more insight and warns us that you cannot use truck #1 to pay for truck #2, and how to treat each truck as its own profit center. They also talk about hiring lease drivers versus company.

Nov 23, 202042 minSeason 3Ep. 123

BLP 122: Managing The Risk Of Farming With A Guide For Marketing Decisions

Today Jared visits with John Pfanner of Tredas. We all know how much risk is involved with farming and how this relates to bulk freight trucking. Jared and John will be talking about what Tredas does and how they help farmers to mitigate risk and plan for strategic marketing.

Nov 16, 202024 minSeason 3Ep. 122

BLP 121 - Here Is $8,000 Son, And When It's Gone It's Gone

On this show Jared gets to sit down Mike Conny, the founder and owner of Mac Trailers and David Edwards, National Sales with Mac, to talk about the history of Mac and why they are a leader as a bulk commodity trailer manufacturer. Starting with just $8,000 after milking cows, this great business was built.

Nov 09, 202022 minSeason 3Ep. 121

BLP 120: How To Scale Up Your Trucking Business

On today's show Jared sits down with Rob Brackett of Turbo Turtle Logistics again in response to a listener question. A question came in regarding growing a business larger than a single owner/operator with just one truck. This listener is passing up business opportunities and wants to know, when you do grow, how do you do so in a way that doesn't cause more harm than good?

Nov 02, 202033 minSeason 3Ep. 120

BLP 119: Paying Your Dues Through The School Of Hard Knocks

Today Jared talks with Mike Wade, founder of Huckleberry's Hammers . They talk about the multi-functional tool he created to help truckers with all types of equipment. This tool is a necessity for anyone out on the road hauling freight.

Oct 26, 202031 minSeason 3Ep. 119

BLP 118: From Mission Work In Haiti To Moving De-Icing Salt And Grain

In today's interview Jared speaks with Dan and Kari Elliott of Mills and Miller out of Brandon SD. They have a great story involving photography, mission work in Haiti and now taking over the family business moving de-icing salt and grain.

Oct 19, 202034 minSeason 3Ep. 118

BLP 117: The Right Trailer For The Right Application

On today's episode Jared welcomes Jeremy Barnhill, the purchasing and social media coordinator for Cornhusker 800. They are discussing Cornhusker 800's fantastic line of trailers and their company history. Jared and Jeremy also get into the best uses for particular trailers.

Oct 12, 202020 minSeason 3Ep. 117

BLP 115: Diagnostics Made Easy, Putting The Technology In Your Hands

Message from sender: Today Jared speaks with Tyler Robertson of Diesel Laptops. They will be speaking about how Tyler's company and some of the affordable options they provide for Owner Operators. Diesel Laptops technology also offers farmers the ability to diagnose their trucks and tractors and save huge on service bills.

Sep 28, 202029 minSeason 3Ep. 115

BLP 114: Do You Hire Employees Or Do You Hire Talent?

Today Jared visits with Adrian Chapman of Cover 3 Consulting. They will be talking about hiring talent. Whether it's an owner operator, company driver, dispatcher or freight broker, when you hire these folks they become the face of your business. So, what do you look for and what do you avoid?

Sep 21, 202025 minSeason 3Ep. 114

BLP 113: Your Network Is Your Net Worth

In today's episode Jared speaks with Ryan Schreiber of Carrier Direct. They will be talking all about Freight Technology. During the interview Ryan said, "your network is your net worth". They will explore exactly what Ryan means when he says that.

Sep 14, 202029 minSeason 3Ep. 113

BLP 111: What You Don't Know About Belt Trailers?

It seems that belt trailers are a part of the bulk freight industry that not too many people seem to know about. In today's episode Jared seeks to rectify this. He will be speaking with Keith Eastman of Trinity Trailer. They will be talking about what their belt trailer offers versus others in the market, including plenty of information about belt trailers.

Aug 31, 202025 minSeason 3Ep. 111
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