In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we open with an important announcement about the future of the podcast. We then had the pleasure of speaking with Dana Gardner, the CEO of Dana Gardner Trucking. Dana's journey in the trucking industry is truly inspiring, starting with a modest $9,500 investment in a 1999 International truck. Over the years, he has successfully grown his business to operate a fleet of five trucks, specializing in liquid bulk transportation out of Southern ...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 6Ep. 290
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we dive deep into the often-overlooked world of insurance and cargo claims with our guest, Claudia Catlett, the insurance claims and fraud manager at General Transportation, Inc. Claudia shares her unique journey into the logistics industry, which began unexpectedly when she was hired from a bar after being discovered on LinkedIn. With a background as a Marine Corps veteran and a marketing graduate, she brings a wealth of experience and pa...
Jan 20, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 6Ep. 289
In this episode of Trucking for Millennials, we had the pleasure of speaking with John Cantera, a seasoned logistics and supply chain management professional with 25 years of experience. Known as the "double broker bounty hunter," John is on a mission to bring integrity to the broker-dispatcher world and combat fraud in the industry. We kicked off the episode with a light-hearted discussion about a recent heist involving 400 kegs of Guinness stolen from a delivery truck in the UK, which led us t...
Jan 13, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 6Ep. 288
In this episode we kick off 2025 with an inspiring conversation with Kristy Knichel, the President and CEO of Knichel Logistics. Kristy shares her remarkable journey in the logistics industry, starting from her early days working for her father to becoming a leading figure in the field. We delve into the dynamics of running a family business, the challenges she faced, and the tough decisions she had to make to ensure the company's growth and success.
Jan 06, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 6Ep. 287
Welcome back to the Trucking For Millennials Podcast, this week we are going back to some our most popular episodes of the year, including our interviews with Matt Perkins, LaShawn Brown, Brandon Wiseman, and Trevor Cowley. We hope you enjoy going through this recap as much as we did! Happy New Years Trucking For Millennials listeners, here is to a great 2025!
Dec 30, 2024•51 min•Season 6Ep. 286
In this special Christmas week episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we dive into the holiday hustle of the logistics world and explore how the Christmas season impacts supply chains. Our guest, Matthew Chapa, Transportation Manager at Crunchyroll, shares his insights on navigating international logistics and building strong global relationships. We kick off the episode with some fascinating Christmas statistics, highlighting the immense logistics involved in the holiday season, from ...
Dec 23, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 6Ep. 285
In this episode of Trucking for Millennials, we had the pleasure of speaking with Apoorva Mathur from Daimler Truck North America. Apoorva, who holds the roles of ESG Program Manager and Zero Emissions Transformation Group Support Manager, shared her extensive background in logistics and sustainability. We kicked off the conversation with some light-hearted banter about the holiday season, sports, and Apoorva's journey from Pennsylvania to Oregon. Apoorva's career path is impressive, having work...
Dec 16, 2024•57 min•Season 6Ep. 284
In this episode of Trucking for Millennials, we dive into the world of logistics and operations with our special guest, Trevor Cowley, Executive Vice President at BYB Solutions. Trevor brings a wealth of experience from his diverse career, which spans from the baseball field to the boardroom. We explore his journey from working in chemical distribution to becoming a key player in the logistics industry. Trevor shares insights on the importance of proactive communication and treating every client...
Dec 09, 2024•59 min•Season 6Ep. 283
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we had the pleasure of welcoming Marty Emale, co-founder of BidSpot and founder of IntelliShip. We dove deep into the current state of the trucking industry, particularly focusing on the grain sector, and discussed the challenges and opportunities that owner-operators face as we approach 2025. Marty shared his journey from struggling in the box truck space to finding success in grain hauling. He emphasized the importance of resilience and ...
Dec 02, 2024•59 min•Season 6Ep. 282
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, I had the pleasure of welcoming the dynamic insurance duo, Jessica Howington and Natasha Ammons, from United Commercial Insurance. As we dive into the often complex world of trucking insurance, we discuss the critical importance of understanding your coverage and the nuances that can significantly impact your business. We kick off the conversation by acknowledging the challenges truckers face when dealing with insurance—often feeling like ...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 6Ep. 281
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we had the pleasure of welcoming Jamie Benson, the President and CEO of the Alaska Trucking Association. Jamie brings over 30 years of experience from her tenure at FedEx, where she developed a deep passion for team inspiration, safety, and the unique challenges of trucking in Alaska. We kicked off the episode by discussing Jamie's extensive background. She shared her journey from starting as a handler at FedEx in 1994 to eventually becomi...
Nov 18, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 6Ep. 280
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Brandon Wiseman, an expert in transportation law and compliance. Brandon shared his insights from the Truck Safe Live podcast and discussed key regulatory trends in the trucking industry. We covered a range of important topics including highway safety, personal conveyance, the truck parking crisis, tort law reform, ELDs, and speed limiters. We kicked off the episode by reflecting on the recent election results...
Nov 11, 2024•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 279
In this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Chuck Kuzniewski , the Senior Vice President of Talent and Culture at BMAC Logistics. Chuck's journey is truly inspiring, transitioning from a career in sports announcing and wrestling promotion to a leadership role in the logistics industry. We kicked off the episode discussing a recent article about a traffic crackdown in the Permian Basin, where Texas troopers apprehended 853 truckers and motorists over a three-day period. This led to a con...
Nov 04, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 278
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, I had the pleasure of welcoming LaShawn Brown , an independent freight agent. LaShawn shared his journey from corporate America to the trucking industry, highlighting his experiences as a driver trainer and his passion for helping new CDL drivers succeed. We discussed the challenges new drivers face when starting their careers, including the importance of professionalism and the need for effective communication between drivers, brokers, an...
Oct 28, 2024•58 min•Season 6Ep. 277
In this episode of Trucking for Millennials, we had the pleasure of revisiting one of our very first episodes - in which we talked with David Abell, who was the Managing Director of AMT Squirrel Works. Listening to this episode, we hope you reflect on the changes in the trucking industry and our lives since then, as we re-explore the relevance of our past discussions on marketing, freight brokering, and leadership. David shares his journey from a military background to the transportation industr...
Oct 21, 2024•32 min•Season 6Ep. 276
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we had the pleasure of welcoming back Lida Hakobyan , an inspiring entrepreneur in the logistics industry. Lida's journey from Armenia to the United States in 2016, and her subsequent rise in the trucking and freight brokering business, is nothing short of remarkable. We began the episode by acknowledging the recent natural disasters affecting various parts of the United States, including hurricanes and wildfires. Our thoughts are with tho...
Oct 14, 2024•54 min•Season 6Ep. 275
In this episode of the Trucking For Millennials podcast, we welcome back former guest Robert Bain, the Strongest Man in Logistics, to catch up and continue our conversation about the current state of the trucking industry in the midst of the seaport strike and the upcoming elections. Edit: UPDATED WITH CORRECT AUDIO
Oct 07, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 6Ep. 274
On this episode of the Trucking For Millennials Podcast, we sit down with Justin Martin to talk about the current state of trucking, the impact of Hurricane Helene and the Seaport Strike, as well as the effect of this year's election on the trucking industry.
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 6Ep. 273
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we had the pleasure of welcoming Casey Jenkins , a seasoned professional in supply chain management with over a decade of experience. We dove deep into the intricacies of supply chain management, discussing its relevance to brokerages, trucking companies, and shippers. Casey shared her impressive background, including her dual master's degrees in supply chain management and project management, as well as her ongoing pursuit of a doctorate ...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 6Ep. 272
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we celebrate Truck Driver Appreciation Week with a special guest, Jasen Beshears, who has an impressive 25-year career in the trucking industry. Jasen shares his journey from being a prison guard to becoming a truck driver, highlighting the various jobs he held before finding his passion on the road. We dive into the challenges that new drivers face, including the rigorous process of obtaining a CDL and the importance of pre-trip inspectio...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 6Ep. 271
Welcome to the new era of Trucking For Millennials. In this episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Matt Perkins, a seasoned professional in the logistics and sales industry. We covered a wide range of topics crucial to the trucking and logistics community, focusing on the current state of freight rates, market dynamics, and the potential impact of the upcoming election on the industry. Key Discussion Points: Freight Rates and Market Conditions : Matt shared his insights on the current depressed...
Sep 09, 2024•51 min•Season 6Ep. 270
Welcome to another exciting episode of Trucking for Millennials, where we dive into the future of freight and the evolving landscape of the trucking and logistics industry. We open the show with a big announcement about the future of the Trucking For Millennials Podcast, followed by our interview with our guest, TruckingWithTay . TruckingWithTay is a popular figure in the trucking industry with a massive following on YouTube and Instagram. Tay has nearly 100,000 subscribers on YouTube and over 1...
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 269
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we dive deep into the benefits and implementation of dash cams in the trucking industry. Our guest, Josh Lovan from J. J. Keller, brings a wealth of experience to the table. He shares his insights on why dash cams are crucial for carriers, emphasizing that they not only help in eliminating accidents but also provide invaluable evidence that can save time and money in court. Josh explains that 70% of accidents involving trucks are not the t...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 268
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we dive deep into the world of logistics and freight brokerage with our special guest, Thomas Werdine from ThinkFreight.io. Thomas shares his extensive experience in the industry, providing valuable insights for both brokers and carriers. Key Highlights: Understanding Broker-Carrier Relationships Thomas emphasizes that not all brokers are bad and many genuinely care about their carriers, sometimes even more than their shipper relationships...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 267
Welcome back to another episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast! Today, we kicked things off by discussing the logistics of a coast-to-coast load moving from Florida to California. We speculated on whether the route would go through I-20 or I-10 and highlighted the importance of tracking technology for such long hauls. Next, we delved into the logistics of the ongoing Olympics in Paris. We marveled at the sheer scale of the operation, from managing 170,000 pallets to handling 60,000 piec...
Aug 12, 2024•42 min•Season 4Ep. 266
In this episode, we dive into the world of truck driving and recruitment with our special guest, Kameel Gaines , founder and CEO of Rig on Wheels Broker and Recruitment Services. Kameel shares her journey into the trucking world, starting from her living room in Chicago to building a successful recruitment business in Houston. She emphasizes the importance of treating truck drivers with respect and advocating for their needs, drawing from her personal experiences and family background in truckin...
Aug 05, 2024•56 min•Season 4Ep. 256
In the latest episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, hosts Michael and Aaron dive into the intersection of politics and the trucking industry. They discuss the implications of recent political developments including the assassination attempt on Trump and JD Vance being named VP candidate, regulatory challenges, and the ongoing issues of broker fraud. Vance's Stance (Freight Caviar article) https://www.freightcaviar.com/vances-stance/ OOIDA in Congress (LandLine article) https://landlin...
Jul 29, 2024•32 min•Season 4Ep. 264
Welcome back to another episode of the Truckin' for Millennials podcast! In this episode, we dive back into the concept of Hot Trucker Summer and explore how truck drivers can maintain their health and fitness while on the road. We revisit our relationships with returning guests Michael Lombard and Mark Manera , as well as welcome first time guest Brandon Rothrock of B-Lean Fitness to the show to cover even more trucking health tips....
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 263
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials Podcast, we dive deep into the world of truck driving education with our special guest, D'Wayne Shaw , Executive Dean of Professional and Career Education at Kilgore College. We kick off the conversation by discussing the importance of choosing the right place to get your CDL and the credentials to look for in a truck driving school. D'Wayne emphasizes the significance of FMCSA-certified curriculums and the quality of equipment used in training. We...
Jul 15, 2024•55 min•Season 4Ep. 262
In this episode of the Trucking for Millennials podcast, we're coming at you from the Texas Trucking Show at the NRG Center in Houston. The event has been a fantastic opportunity to connect with a diverse range of people in the trucking industry, from open deck carriers to industry friends and new acquaintances. We kick off the episode by discussing the vibrant atmosphere of the show and the numerous connections we've made. We then dive into a series of interviews with various industry professio...
Jul 08, 2024•50 min•Season 4Ep. 261
