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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 the world of freight, The Freight Coach Podcast delivers the knowledge you need to stay ahead of the curve and optimize your freight operations. Tune in for actionable advice, thought-provoking discussions, and a glimpse into the future of freight!
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#194 - Chris Bright

Chris Bright is the Chief Operating Officer of the MetroMax Group. The MetroMax Group specializes in helping both small and large trucking companies to find the best and highest paying freight based on their preferences in terms of region and days of operation through our established network of brokers and direct shippers in the US & Canada. We book, dispatch and track of every load that has been transported by your company from the start till the end. Make sure to connect with Chris and fol...

Jul 15, 202245 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Driver Pay NOT Focal Point For Young Drivers!?! AB5 is the WORST legislation & is Catastrophic!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.ttnews.com/articles/younger-drivers-look-beyond-pay-when-choosing-carriers-atri-finds https://www.freightwaves.com/news/when-will-californias-trucking-industry-feel-the-effects-of-ab5?utm_content=214743382&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775 Check out my YouTu...

Jul 14, 202231 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - XPO Tech Brokerage RXO! US Intermodal Performance & Warehouse Capacity? Truckload Demand RISING!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.ttnews.com/articles/xpo-names-new-tech-brokerage-company-rxo https://www.joc.com/rail-intermodal/class-i-railroads/slipping-us-intermodal-performance-linked-warehouse-capacity-crunch_20220712.html https://www.joc.com/trucking-logistics/truckload-freight/us-truck-demand-rising-despite-slowing-economy_20220...

Jul 13, 202234 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Freight Demand Dips, Or Not?! Container Backlog Continues! Intermodal Delays Still Prevalent!!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-demand-takes-summer-dip-as-rejection-rates-tumble https://www.freightwaves.com/news/long-beach-container-backlog-crosses-red-line-as-delays-mount https://www.joc.com/rail-intermodal/class-i-railroads/new-data-reveals-depth-us-intermodal-service-woes_20220711.html Check out my...

Jul 12, 202232 min

#193 - Mike Mikulik

Mike Mikulik is the Vice President of Sales and Operations North America for SPI Logistics. Mike has over 30 years of transportation experience and we took a deep dive into the freight agent model! SPI is one of the most successful logistics firms in North America, with a respected network of over 50 offices throughout Canada and the United States. For over 40 years we have worked hard to build enduring, first-class relationships with our shippers, receivers and carriers. SPI is more than just a...

Jul 12, 202242 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Truckload Freight Hiring Gains!! Logistics Tech Still Raising Capital!! Slync.io Nightmare!!??

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.joc.com/trucking-logistics/truckload-freight/trucking-makes-%E2%80%98massive%E2%80%99-hiring-gains-strong-demand_20220708.html https://www.joc.com/technology/logistics-technology-providers/money-still-flowing-complex-logistics-tech-market_html https://www.freightwaves.com/news/slyncios-promise-to-pay-empl...

Jul 11, 202231 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Truckload Insurance Costs Continue to Rise!?? Truckload Spot Market Declines & What It REALLY Means!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.dat.com/blog/post/insurance-costs-continue-to-rise-for-truckers https://www.ttnews.com/articles/spot-market-decline-accelerates-demand-softens Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to...

Jul 08, 202232 min

#192 - Kyle Ingraham

Kyle Ingraham is the President of Logistics at AFC Transport. Kyle has 10 years experience as a broker and has built and grown multiple offices. AFC Transport Inc. is a fast growing, family owned and operated trucking company based in Gary IN. We have the industry experience to accommodate a wide variety of our costumers needs. We achieve that goal with productive, safe, and experienced drivers, happy and motivated office team, excellent customer service, and well-maintained equipment. We work a...

Jul 08, 202245 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - To Outsource Maintenance Or Not!? LTL Carrier Shuts Doors! CloudTrucks & NO Interest Credit line!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.fleetowner.com/operations/article/21243139/why-some-fleets-opt-to-outsource-maintenance https://www.freightwaves.com/news/vermont-based-ltl-carrier-landair-reportedly-ceases-operations?utm_content=214009765&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775 https://www.joc.c...

Jul 07, 202230 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Capacity Up But Pricing SLOWS?? Sleep Disorders & Drivers?!? Winning Argument To Attract Drivers?!?

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transportation-capacity-up-again-in-june-pricing-growth-slows?utm_content=213843201&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775 https://www.fleetowner.com/safety/article/21245743/sleep-disorders-continue-to-plague-professional-truck-drivers https...

Jul 06, 202231 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - AB5 Business As Usual?? The Jones Act and Gas Prices!? Motivation For Fuel Savings!!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.joc.com/trucking-logistics/california-truckers-expect-%E2%80%98business-usual%E2%80%99-amid-ab5-implementation_20220701.html https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-a-controversial-shipping-law-is-swaying-the-price-of-gas https://www.truckinginfo.com/10176027/how-to-coach-and-motivate-drivers-for-fuel-savin...

Jul 05, 202231 min

#191 - Anthony Butler

Anthony Butler is the Co-Founder & VP Of Sales at InstiCo Global Logistics. InstiCo Logistics is a full service transportation broker, Freight Forwarder, and Indirect Air Carrier offering its customers logistics and supply chain solutions. In addition, InstiCo Express, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary that offers dedicated, hot shot, and customized solutions. The fleet consist of late model tractors and trailers for safety and dependability. InstiCo Express’ equipment includes dry and refrig...

Jul 05, 202247 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - 4th of July and What America means to me. Trucking is the GREATEST Industry on earth!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages to separate themselves from the competition! To lear...

Jul 04, 202219 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - AB5 California Disaster & Major Issue To Trucking!! Biden Says Deal With Fuel Prices!!? Cargo Theft!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.ttnews.com/articles/supreme-court-declines-hear-california-ab-5-contractor-law-appeal https://www.ttnews.com/articles/us-will-face-high-gas-prices-long-it-takes-biden-says https://www.fleetowner.com/safety/article/21245716/diligence-can-go-a-long-way-in-preventing-cargo-theft Check out my YouTube Channel ...

Jul 01, 202231 min

#190 - Matt Perkins

Matt Perkins is the Co-Founder of Business to Business Logistics. We discussed our journies on #75Hard and how it directly correlates to freight brokerage sales, the transportation industry and the overall life improvements the program brings. To Learn More About SPI Logistics: https://spi3pl.com/ To Learn More About Emerge: https://emergemarket.com/freightcoach/

Jul 01, 202247 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - US Retailers Drive Inventory Up! Legislation to PUSH US Exports!?? Full On Ocean Freight Deep Dive!!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.ttnews.com/articles/perspective-opportunities-help-ocean-freight https://www.joc.com/maritime-news/frontloading-us-retailers-driving-inventory-buildup_20220629.html https://www.joc.com/regulation-policy/new-house-legislation-would-entice-carriers-haul-us-exports_20220629.html Check out my YouTube Channel ...

Jun 30, 202231 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Supreme Court Declines CHR Appeal?? Second Half of 2022 Prep!! Why America Is The Greatest Nation!!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/article/21245371/trucking-prepares-for-the-second-half-of-2022 https://cdllife.com/2022/death-toll-in-san-antonio-rises-to-50-trucking-company-says-vehicle-was-cloned/ https://www.ttnews.com/articles/supreme-court-declines-hear-ch-robinson-appeal Check out my YouTub...

Jun 29, 202236 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - The Great Purge Continued! Autonomous Deal With Fed Regulations! Containers Clog DFW!??

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/truckings-market-crash-severe-amid-inflation?utm_content=212850847&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775 https://www.transportdive.com/news/autonomous-trucking-state-federal-regulations/625403/ https://www.joc.com/rail-intermodal/class-i-ra...

Jun 28, 202231 min

#189 - Shay Lynn Dixon

Shay Lynn Dixon is the Co-Founder and CEO of SCALE Logistics that is headquareted in Atlanta, GA! SCALE Logistics is a premier Third Party Logistics (3PL) provider that specializes in the management of high value and specialty freight. Partnership with us allows you to focus on business growth while utilizing our certified team of logistics professionals to manage your freight. Make sure to connect with Shay and follow SCALE! To learn more about Trucker Tools: www.truckertools.com Make sure to t...

Jun 28, 202250 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Arrive Logistics Testing Software For Small Carries! M&A Data Mixed?! USA Truck Acquired for $435M!!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.joc.com/trucking-logistics/arrive-testing-matchmaker-role-between-small-carriers-private-fleets_20220624.html https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transportation-logistics-ma-data-mixed-as-uncertainty-mounts?utm_content=212703582&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-1791752521087...

Jun 27, 202236 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - A Great Purge For Small Truckers?! Shift Your Focus To Empty Mile Reduction! My Take On Truckload!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/a-great-purge-is-pushing-small-truckers-out-of-business-at-an-unprecedented-rate?utm_content=212564142&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775 https://www.ttnews.com/articles/fuel-costs-renew-focus-empty-miles Check out my YouTube Channel for...

Jun 24, 202232 min

#188 - John Kuhlmann

John Kuhlmann is the Co-Founder and President of Heartland Logistics Group, LLC. Heartland Logistics Group is a full service 3PL. We are focused on delivering value in the supply chain by delivering daily wins to our clients and carriers within the Agribusiness, Feed Ingredients, Chemicals, Food/Beverage and Manufacturing industries. Make sure to connect with John and Heartland on social media! To learn more about Emerge and their Digital RFP and to gain access to direct shipper freight, visit: ...

Jun 24, 202249 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Biden's Gas Tax Is Slap In Face! Biden Programs For Women/Younger Drivers! No Logistics Normalcy!?

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.ttnews.com/articles/biden-administration-prepares-trucking-workforce-programs-focusing-women-younger-drivers https://www.freightwaves.com/news/biden-calls-on-congress-to-enact-3-month-gas-tax-holiday?utm_content=212432466&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775 ht...

Jun 23, 202231 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Recession & Supply Chain Colliding?? Biden Wants To Know What A 1099 Is??Truckload Tonnage UP Again!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/a-potential-economic-recession-and-the-supply-chain-bullwhip-are-colliding?utm_content=212298788&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775 https://www.freightwaves.com/news/biden-administration-seeks-input-on-independent-contractor-definition?u...

Jun 22, 202232 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - IBEW Members On Strike! Fleets Must Prepare For Shortages! Commercial Vehicles & The Supple Chain!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cn-confirms-ibew-members-are-on-strike?utm_content=212131688&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775 https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/article/21244565/fleets-suppliers-must-prepare-for-supply-chain-shortages https://www.fle...

Jun 21, 202233 min

#187 - Matthew Fink

Matthew Fink is a Senior Logisitcs Manager. He has a vast experience level and knowledge within the Transportation Industry. He currently is in charge of Logistics for a large North American shipper. To learn more about Trucker Tools: www.truckertools.com

Jun 21, 202241 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Where is the VC Money For Freight!? Digital Truckload Spot Quotes Rise! The Pandemic & Trucking!

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freighttech-investment-now-that-the-cheap-money-is-gone?utm_content=211908453&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775 https://www.joc.com/trucking-logistics/trucking-freight-brokers/demand-digital-truckload-spot-quotes-rises-prices-fall_20220...

Jun 20, 202235 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Used AUCTION Truck Prices Falling??? President Biden Signs OSRA-22 Into Law!? What Does It Mean??

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/used-truck-auction-prices-falling-fast?utm_content=211823474&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775&fbclid=IwAR0UljArRiHXGAwUukQPz-_tKa_cIzwxxSO-wRGXVv4x0rObrP-iro1CyWE https://www.joc.com/regulation-policy/economy-watch/biden-signs-osra...

Jun 17, 202235 min

#186 - Lucas Schorer

Lucas Schorer is the Co-Founder and President at Kestrel Insights. Kestrel Insights is a Geo-Fencing company and goes on to say that circular geofences are wildly inaccurate, and manually drawing polygons is expensive for the business. Kestrel Insights automates the delivery of precise polygon geofences at scale, improving the accuracy of location data that drives higher-level KPIs and decision making. Make sure to connect with Lucas and follow Kestrel on social media! To learn more about Emerge...

Jun 17, 202238 min

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Another Round Of Layoffs After Major Cap Raise!? Differing Reports On Trailers? TL/LTL Costs Climb!?

#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/logistics-firms-stord-fareye-shock-workforces-with-mass-layoffs?utm_content=211669147&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-179175252108775 https://www.fleetowner.com/equipment/article/21244338/two-research-groups-differ-on-may-trailer-outlook https://www....

Jun 16, 202231 min
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