Freight Beat

Transportation Intermediaries Association
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A weekly podcast from the Transportation Intermediaries that delves into the biggest topics and issues facing every link in the supply chain. Each episode a guest joins to discuss everything from cargo theft to modern regulation, the ins and outs of various forms of freight and how it's changing, and where the industry is headed. Whether you're a broker, a shipper, or a carrier, this show will deliver unparalleled insights into the people and companies that move America.

  1. 4d ago

    Fighting Cargo Theft in Your Business and On Capitol Hill

    Freight Beat talks with Scott Cornell, the Chief Risk Officer for SPG Cargo & Logistics and Chair of the Transported Asset Protection Association(TAPA). Cornell is an expert in the realm of cargo theft, whether strategic or straight theft, and wants brokers to be prepared for whatever comes. Listen to gain insights on the latest schemes, tools you can use today to protect yourself, and tips on what the industry can do, together, to fight against this ever-growing threat. This is a threat numbering in the billions of dollars lost. Whether you've been victimized already, or just want to be ready for anything, this episode is for you.

  2. Jul 13

    Montgomery, the SMS Score Trap, & Small Steps that Make a Big Difference with Annette Sandberg

    Former FMCSA administrator Annette Sandberg joins Freight Beat to break down what highway safety really means for brokers and 3PLs. She explains the agency’s core mission to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities, and how that translates into practical responsibilities around carrier vetting and selection. Sandberg also unpacks why safety can’t be “predicted,” common myths about negligent hiring, and what cases like Montgomery signal for broker liability in today’s legal climate.

  3. Jun 26

    Intermodal Drayage in 2026: What Brokers Need to Know

    The drayage market isn't slowing down, it's merely shifting. Driver capacity is shrinking fast, liability rules just changed, and intermodal is having a moment. We brought in some of the sharpest operators in the business to explain what's happening, why it matters, and what brokers should do right now. Just the intel you need to stay ahead in the second half of 2026.

  4. Jun 12

    How Open API Standards Are Changing Freight Connectivity

    This episode explores how the Digital Standards Development Council (DSDC) is building a common digital language for freight. Learn why EDI still matters, where APIs add real-time value, how standards support AI, and practical steps shippers, carriers, brokers, and 3PLs can take to start adopting them.

  5. Jun 4

    Getting Started with Freight Automation in the Workflows You Already Use

    Explore how freight brokers can adopt automation without overhauling existing workflows. This episode covers practical strategies for using freight technology to improve carrier sourcing, booking, tracking, compliance, and payment processes while maintaining control over margin and service. Learn how automation can reduce manual tasks, support after-hours coverage, increase operational efficiency, and free up teams to focus on customer relationships and higher-value freight opportunities. The discussion also examines risk management, carrier vetting, employee buy-in, scalability, key performance indicators, and how brokers can balance contract freight, spot opportunities, and service expectations in a fast-changing transportation market.

  6. May 26

    Contracts That Keep Brokers Profitable in 2026

    In this episode, Alex Winston, Co-Founder and Chief Legal Officer at Expedite All, breaks down what freight brokers need to know about contracts to protect their margins and operate with confidence in 2026. Alex covers the most common, and costly, contract mistakes brokers make, from blanket consequential damages waivers that leave your business exposed, to missing non-solicitation clauses that let carriers walk away with your shippers. He also addresses how to handle pushback from carriers and shippers on key terms, which provisions are non-negotiable, and how to make sure your contracts have real teeth. The conversation also tackles the rapidly shifting landscape of AI in freight brokerage, including why brokers should be guarding their data closely, avoiding long-term software contracts, and thinking carefully before handing third-party tools access to their most valuable business information. For brokers who can't afford in-house counsel, Alex shares practical, low-cost ways to stay current on legal issues and build better contracts, including the resources available through TIA membership.

  7. May 22

    Mitigating Risk, Minimizing Downtime: Why Disaster Recovery Matters

    Listen as Chuck Cook and Cameron Brown from RenovoData break down why disaster recovery is a critical business strategy for freight brokers and 3PLs, not just an IT problem. The conversation covers the key differences between data backup and a full disaster recovery plan, common planning mistakes organizations make, and how cloud infrastructure has modernized recovery capabilities. Chuck and Cameron also tackle the growing risks of AI agents in operational environments and why guardrails are essential before granting them broad system access. Whether you're a small brokerage or a large 3PL, this episode delivers practical insights to help your organization prepare before disaster strikes — because it's no longer a question of if, but when.

  8. May 15

    Stop Chasing Tech. Start Using It Right.

    In this episode, Tom Curee of Qued and Shawn McLeod of Axle Logistics sit down for a candid conversation about what it really means to use technology the right way in freight brokerage. They dig into how to evaluate new tools without falling for shiny object syndrome, why process improvement has to come before automation, and how to get genuine buy-in across a 700+ person organization. Most importantly, they make the case that no matter how much the industry automates, the human relationship, with shippers, carriers, and teammates, remains the core of what makes a great broker.

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A weekly podcast from the Transportation Intermediaries that delves into the biggest topics and issues facing every link in the supply chain. Each episode a guest joins to discuss everything from cargo theft to modern regulation, the ins and outs of various forms of freight and how it's changing, and where the industry is headed. Whether you're a broker, a shipper, or a carrier, this show will deliver unparalleled insights into the people and companies that move America.

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  • Creator
    Transportation Intermediaries Association
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Transportation Intermediaries Association
  • Show Website
    Freight Beat