PODCAST

Life by the Mile

FreightWorks LLC

A cutting-edge podcast creatively communicating the fast paced and ever changing world of trucking and logistics. We define trends, a changing marketplace and the stories of drivers and their families.
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Keeping up with the trucking industry tech trends.
Keeping up with the trucking industry tech trends.
4d ago
34 mins
Keeping up with the trucking industry tech trends.
Keeping up with the trucking industry tech trends.
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4d ago
34 mins
“I’m a new driver and loving every mile.”
“I’m a new driver and loving every mile.”
Visit our website: https://www.lifebythemile.com Get to know our company: https://www.freightworkstransport.com Apply for one of our jobs: https://intelliapp.driverapponline.com/m/freightworksinc?r=youtube Apple Podcast: https://link.lifebythemile.com/applepod Google Podcast: https://link.lifebythemile.com/googlepod Amazon Music: https://link.lifebythemile.com/amusic Spotify: https://link.lifebythemile.com/spotpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifebythemilepod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifebythemilepod Twitter: https://twitter.com/lifebythemile1 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/lifebythemilepod TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@lifebythemilepod Full Episodes Youtube Channel Playlists: https://link.lifebythemile.com/fulleps
May 11 2022
28 mins
Truck Driver Rescues Mother-In-Law In Ukraine
Truck Driver Rescues Mother-In-Law In Ukraine
Driver Boyce Tucker is married to a woman from Ukraine. His wife wanted to bring her mother to the States this year, but that proved difficult as the situation in their home country started to unravel and tensions rose. It didn’t help that her mother’s health issues would make travel more difficult. As a veteran, Boyce has always stood for peace while he was in the service, and upon coming home all those years ago he has always made family his priority. As he and his wife stood undeterred by the difficult situation, Boyce feels thankful that more people in America share the same values, especially when it comes to protecting family, and are willing to go the extra mile to lend a hand. Listen to the Tucker family’s rescue efforts as Life By The Mile tells #truckdriverstories with FreightWorks’ own Boyce Tucker.
May 5 2022
28 mins
Making the most of great opportunities.
Making the most of great opportunities.
Have you ever felt like you were at the right time? It’s a universal assist when everything falls perfectly into place, and you’re exactly where you need to be. Mr. Motorkote Ed Gibbs speaks of many instances where he was just at the perfect place at the perfect time - reading two 30-second commercials that launched his radio career, meeting Kenny Rogers, and his role in the massive launch success of Motorkote all those years ago. Sit back and relax this Friday with Life By The Mile as we talk to Mr. Motorkote about marketing, radio, and lucky breaks that turn into life-changing moments.
Apr 29 2022
31 mins
Trucking never stops.
Trucking never stops.
Shain Ferriss has been living the #truckdriverlife. Even today as the president of his own company Greenmiles Inc., Shain continues to reminisce about some of the best places to drive through, his hole-in-the-wall food spot discoveries, and tips to both truck drivers and motorists so that we can all have a safe time on the road. In any capacity, being in the trucking industry prepares you for so much in life - it toughens you up as a professional, you become better at handling people, and your drive for excellence grows. The knowledge you gain and the experience you get give you courage, that whatever life throws at you, you just keep on trucking. Just like Shain did. Listen to Shain share his experiences on Life By The Mile, delivered by FreightWorks.
Apr 28 2022
32 mins
Simplify processes to ship more.
Simplify processes to ship more.
We live in an age where online services and apps are created daily to help make life easier. For businesses, especially in the trucking industry, some of the best apps and services are those that help streamline operations. If it can simplify a process, then the faster freight gets shipped out. Drivers get more time, businesses save more resources. That desire to streamline and simplify is at the heart of truckstop.com’s efforts. If you’re a driver and you’ve delivered, they want you to get paid immediately. If you’re a broker, you should be able to post loads and carriers should be able to search for available loads in real-time. Director of Product Marketing Jen McQuiston presents truckstop.com’s services as the best way to remove any friction, and to make the processes for drivers and carriers as smooth as possible - offering a wide range of problem-solving products outside of their load board to help companies ship more freight faster, profitably. Her vast experience in product marketing and passion for helping the trucking industry move forward makes for a great conversation as she sat down with Life By The Mile to talk about all things freight, and how new technology can help the industry deliver excellence everyday.
Apr 27 2022
20 mins
Collecting trucks, saving history.
Collecting trucks, saving history.
Many trucks stood out at the 50th Mid-America Trucking Show - massive rigs with bright colors, customized trucks, and eye-catching designs. But those who know their history caught a true showstopper at the heart of the expo - a 1937 Linn Halftrack with a Hercules engine, owned by Mr. Gary Tetz. He also was able to secure a photo of the very same tractor in action back in 1962, working on a town road and snow plowing. While Gary has a decorated story as a business owner, he takes special pride in being a savior of history - he doesn’t just collect trucks for the sake of collecting. He takes their history and passes them on to everyone willing to listen. Do you dream of having your own collection of vintage trucks? Listen to Gary’s story as he sits down with Life By The Mile, delivered by FreightWorks.
Apr 26 2022
30 mins
"Once trucking is in your blood, it never leaves."
"Once trucking is in your blood, it never leaves."
Chris Gonzalez has been around the block in almost all aspects of the trucking industry - he was a lumper before he joined the military, became a bilingual fleet manager, freight agent, brokerage manager, and now Clean Harbor’s Driver Recruitment Engagement Manager. With the industry looking highs and lows, Chris wants the trucking industry to shape up while enjoying the ups, so that they’ll be ready for any downs. From driver retention, business longevity, and knowing your company’s cost-per-mile, Chris sits down with Life By The Mile in a heartfelt, highly informative, and entertaining conversation about his passion for the trucking industry - in his words; “Once trucking gets in your blood, it never leaves.”.
Apr 25 2022
30 mins
Celebrating Women in Trucking.
Celebrating Women in Trucking.
There was a time when truck drivers were also called “Knights of the Road”, honor-bound to carry America’s economy, deliver every single day, and help out drivers-in-distress when needed. Truck driving remains to be a noble job that allows one to enjoy the freedom of living life on the open road. When Women In Trucking was founded in 2007, only 3% of America’s truck drivers were women. It has since grown to 10% in 2020, and they hope to encourage more. In medieval times, there was no female counterpart to Knights: the Women In Trucking Association is looking to change that today, as they work to have more women become part of the noble family of the open road - no need for Lordship or Patents of Nobility. Follow the rules. Respect your fellow drivers, men and women. Deliver excellence. Kellylynn McLaughlin of the Women In Trucking Association speaks to Life By The Mile about the doors that could open for women who consider a career in the trucking industry - as truck drivers, operations, and eventually owning their own truck company.
Apr 25 2022
28 mins
Making Light Work of Heavy Lands
Making Light Work of Heavy Lands
A long time ago, there were no alternatives to how to weigh your truck and trailer. Finding truck scales can be a tedious process that can waste a very precious commodity that we can never make back - TIME. While these are all necessary steps to make sure that drivers and their trucks remain safe while on the road imagine the time spent on this process: Drive truck to the scale Get out of the truck Proceed to the truck stop Wait in line Pay for the service Go back to the scale Get the truck weighed Go back to the truck stop for the receipt This is what Heather DeBaillie of CAT Scale Company wants to address with the WEIGH MY TRUCK APP - where you can pay for your transaction and get a weight ticket- all without leaving the cab of your truck. More than convenience for the driver, the time spent by streamlining the payment process can allow for faster time to get back on the road and deliver excellence. Life By The Mile talked to Heather about the Weigh My Truck app, CAT Scale Company’s other efforts for trucking, and many things in between on this episode..
Apr 25 2022
28 mins
How to be the best trucking company to work for?
How to be the best trucking company to work for?
What do companies need to do to become one of the best trucking companies to work for? Whether it’s adapting to new technology or streamlining application processes, trucking companies in 2022 are moving forward and looking to implement solutions to challenges and problems so that they can grow as a company, have the best drivers in their families, and improve retention rate as we roll through the year. While technological solutions are being utilized, the heart of trucking still beats to a familiar cadence - Respect. Family Time. Good Pay. All of which are addressed through genuine human connection. This is what DriverReach stands for - addressing challenges and solutions of the lifeblood of the trucking industry and making sure both drivers and their companies are put in the best positions to deliver when it matters the most: EVERY. SINGLE. DAY. Life By The Mile engages DriverReach’s Wendy Bartz in a heartfelt conversation about gratefulness for America’s truck drivers, moving stories about women in the trucking industry, and the challenge of solving problems so truck drivers find what they always want - to fit in with the best trucking company to work for, according to their needs.
Apr 19 2022
26 mins
Next generation of oil for a sustainable future.
Next generation of oil for a sustainable future.
Aside from navigating through industry trends, the transportation and logistics industry is working hard to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help combat climate change. In the next few years, the American Petroleum Institute is looking at significant improvements especially concerning the trucking industry with the development of new diesel engine oils. The new category of engine oils will not only be more environmentally friendly but also will provide groundbreaking improvements in terms of engine care and performance, according to API senior manager Jeffrey Harmening. Life By The Mile sits down with Jeffrey to talk about the outlook of new oils under development and the international market.
Apr 15 2022
31 mins
Impact of new technology and electric trucks on freight efficiency.
Impact of new technology and electric trucks on freight efficiency.
Imagine driving a truck in a world with better fuel economy - more work done for less cost, and a lot of time saved. That’s the future that the North American Council for Freight Efficiency envisions in the future. For NACFE, there are many ways to achieve better freight efficiency that truck companies should be looking at right now, and that is at the heart of their advocacy. NACFE Executive Director Mike Roeth joins Life By The Mile to talk about the latest studies in achieving better fuel economy for trucks, including the latest feedback on electric semi-trucks, as NACFE continues to champion the use of the latest technology for the industry to thrive as it drives into the future.
Apr 14 2022
30 mins
Inspiring the next generation in trucking.
Inspiring the next generation in trucking.
How can trucking companies reach out to the next generation of drivers? It is important for every company to entice more young talent to start their careers in the trucking industry. There are many career opportunities in the trucking industry, and the challenge is to present these to young people in a way that is aspirational, enticing, challenging, and fulfilling. Here’s where the Next Generation in Trucking Association steps in to help, as they promote trucking as a positive, fulfilling, and rewarding career for young people. NGA President and Co-founder Lindsey Trent sits down with Life By The Mile to discuss how they are helping create more CDL driver and diesel tech programs around the United States, educating parents, teachers, and school counselors about the benefits and opportunities in trucking, and foster community for young people in trucking. Earn well, see the world, and make new friends that become family. For NGA, FreightWorks, and Life By The Mile, this sounds like an opportunity of a lifetime we’d like to share with the world.
Apr 13 2022
25 mins
Successful partnerships start from genuine connections.
Successful partnerships start from genuine connections.
When drivers look for the best truck companies to work for, they consider more than just the highest paying truck companies or the promise of more home time. And when recruiters find the particular deep why, or a set of specific needs their company can supply, they find that their new driver-partners go the extra mile just because they as a company were willing to do the same. Forward Air’s Director for Talent Marketing and OTR Development Rachel Gilbert sits down with Life By The Mile to share how genuine connections make a big difference in having new driver-partners - how drivers look for companies who share their values, who make an effort to connect with them, and more importantly, companies who are true to their word. For truck drivers tuned in - can you share what you found in your current company that ultimately helped you decide to make the company your new home? Leave a comment below to join our conversation.
Apr 13 2022
30 mins
Reporting from TIA - Kaylee Nix and Jordan Kidd
Reporting from TIA - Kaylee Nix and Jordan Kidd
Kaylee Nix is one of FreightWaves’ most outstanding voices - she is the lead anchor and producer of FREIGHTWAVES NOW, a daily 2-hour news program, as well as the host of At Your Doorstep. And what better way to get a pulse on the latest in the industry than by attending the TIA 2022 conference. Life By The Mile got to catch up with Kaylee and FreightWorks’ own Jordan Kidd, who also attended TIA 2022, to get an update on what issues are being discussed, what solutions to current industry challenges are being presented, the latest in tech trends, and all the other conversations. What topics would you like to learn about at the next TIA Conference? Share your thoughts in the comments section.
Apr 12 2022
20 mins
Technology, Strategy, and the Supply Chain.
Technology, Strategy, and the Supply Chain.
Freight Tech nerd, FreightWaves writer and podcaster Grace Sharkey is passion personified. She believes that adapting to technological advancements in the industry can positively impact the experience for everyone in the supply chain - the one industry that she believes affects everyone. Through her two podcasts on FreightWaves, and with her upcoming show on SiriusXM, Grace wants to create and share content to help other people gain a better understanding of the supply chain, an appreciation for the latest freight tech, and anything worth sharing. Life By The Mile is delivered by FreightWorks.
Apr 8 2022
30 mins
How can truck drivers take care of their health while on the job? #mats2022
How can truck drivers take care of their health while on the job? #mats2022
Life on the road for truck drivers is serious business, and if their health is neglected, it could lead to serious health problems as well. The Center For Disease control found some common health problems among truck drivers - obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart problems, and cancer. If these problems are left unchecked, it could very well lead to them losing their commercial driving license. Dr. Mark Manera, founder of The Trucking Fitness Company and podcast co-host of Merging Lanes recognized this problem and wanted to help companies provide solutions. Healthier drivers are happier and are able to keep America moving. Life By The Mile sits down with Dr. Manera to talk about major steps taken towards helping drivers achieve better health, how companies can sustain health and wellness activities, and much more in this episode full of care and compassion for America’s highway heroes. Have you experienced health problems on the road? How did you manage? Join our conversation in the comments section. Life By The Mile is presented by FreightWorks. #LifeByTheMile #FreightWorksFamily #trucks #truckdrivers #health #fitness #worldhealthday
Apr 8 2022
31 mins
How can a company retain its truck drivers? #mats2022
How can a company retain its truck drivers? #mats2022
Without trucks, without truck drivers, America stops moving. It is important to make sure that the trucking industry’s heart and soul are always heard. But the reality of the situation today is that there is still a high turnover rate with truck drivers - they work for a company for a few months, then they seek opportunities elsewhere. There could be a lot of factors that lead to this - but what if we could do away with assumption and get actual feedback and data? That’s what Max Farrell, CEO and co-founder of Workhound wants to accomplish for America’s truck drivers and company owners. Workhound gathers feedback from the drivers, compile it into information, and provide this to company owners, who now have a more concrete set of data that they can use to foster better relationships and form stronger bonds of partnerships with their drivers. Life By The Mile talks to Max about the step-by-step process of Workhound and how big of a help they have been to several companies in the trucking industry. What did you like most about this conversation? Let us know in the comments section below. Life By The Mile is delivered by FreightWorks.
Apr 5 2022
29 mins
Trucking Industry Market Trends and How To Keep Up. #mats2022
Trucking Industry Market Trends and How To Keep Up. #mats2022
Dean Croke has seen most of it, if not all of it, in the trucking industry. He has a strong background in trucking operations, data science, business intelligence, data analytics, and so much more. As the trucking industry evolves, so too must company owners and their approach to improvement with more data-backed decisions. Life By The Mile sits down with DAT Freight and Analytics’ Principal Analyst, to talk about market trends, what data companies should study, and a whole lot more. #LifeByTheMile #FreightWorksFamily #mats50 #trucks #truckshow #truckinglife
Mar 30 2022
31 mins