Check Call

Jan 28 2025 158 ep. 26 mins 1
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Check Call is a podcast for 3PLs and Freight Brokers. We take the industry we know and sometimes love under a microscope to dive a little deeper and see what we can find.

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How to keep going when the market is stagnant

Jan 28 2025 27 mins  
In this episode, we dive into keeping a sales team motivated on the heels of a freight recession and a winter slump. Our guest, Sam Agyemang VP of Business Development and Sales at ITF Group breaks down some keys to success and how to keep a team motivated, while still celebrating the wins along the way. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. F

The unpopular trends and hiccups for the new year

Jan 21 2025 28 mins  
In this episode, we dive into some of the major disruptions to the supply chain for 2025. Our guest, Josh Allen, CCO at ITS Logistics, breaks down obstacles to keep in mind that could negatively impact the first quarter of the supply chain. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking down the proposed FMCSA Broker Transparency rule

Jan 14 2025 24 mins  
In this episode, we break down the new FMCSA broker transparency rule. Our guest, Robert Fortmeyer, General Counsel Circle Logistics, breaks down the ins and outs of the proposed rule and its impacts on the industry. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The year end market recap

Jan 07 2025 27 mins  
In this episode, we dive into the year long recap and review come For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holiday special with 2025 predictions

Dec 31 2024 34 mins  
In this episode, it’s the year in review with FreightWaves’ Grace Sharkey and Thomas Wasson. We break down missed predictions for 2024 and make some for 2025. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The logistics behind Wreaths Across America

Dec 17 2024 27 mins  
In this episode, we dive into the logistics behind Wreaths Across America and what it takes to make this day a success. Our guests, Jane Good and Corey Bruce from JT Logistics break down what happens behind the scenes and why being involved with it is so important. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other Freig

Becoming more than just the “marketing girl”

Dec 10 2024 29 mins  
In this episode, we dive into the meat behind marketing. Our guest, Kara Smith Brown, founder and CEO of LeadCoverage breaks down the math behind marketing and how to see the results and work hand in hand with sales. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. V

The woes of reverse logistics

Dec 03 2024 28 mins  
In this episode, we break down some of the most common issue that come with reverse logistics and ecommerce returns. Our guest, Dan Spitale, Vice president of global sales from UPS Capital, dives into the rise of consumer choice and preferences and how shippers are having to manage a hefty returns logistics budget. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the

The rise of MC number manipulation

Nov 26 2024 29 mins  
In this episode, we dive back into the world of cargo theft with a special emphasis on MC number manipulation. Our guest, Scott Cornell, Travelers’ Transportation Practice Lead and crime and theft specialist, breaks down the rise of cargo theft and how hard it is to catch a fraudulent MC number. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Learn mo

Last mile logistics technology

Nov 12 2024 27 mins  
In this episode, we dive into the world of last mile technology. Our guest Guru Rao, CEO of nuVizz breaks down some advancements in last mile technology and where automation can be key. For more information subscribe to Check Call the newsletter or the podcast. Follow the Check Call Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices