Tell Me Everything | Logistics Freight Podcast

Danielle Spinelli
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Tell Me Everything is a logistics podcast featuring weekly conversations with industry professionals every Tuesday, covering freight, supply chain trends, and real-world insights from brokers, shippers, and carriers. On Fraud Girl Fridays, the focus shifts to cargo theft, freight fraud, and supply chain security - breaking down how it happens and how to stay protected.

  1. 1d ago ·  Video

    Fraud Girl Season 2 Episode 34 What’s New at Truckstop?

    What’s new at Truckstop — and how is one of the freight industry’s most established platforms approaching carrier vetting, fraud prevention, and cargo theft today? 👀 On this episode of Fraud Girl Friday, I sit down with Shawn Rasmor, Principal Product Manager for Compliance at Truckstop, to talk about how Truckstop’s ecosystem has evolved far beyond the load board. We get into RMIS, SaferWatch, Carrier Hub, carrier onboarding and monitoring, and how Truckstop is connecting data across its broader ecosystem to help brokers and carriers make more informed decisions. But obviously… this is Fraud Girl Friday, so we couldn’t stop there. 😂 Shawn and I go down the fraud rabbit hole and talk about what bad actors are doing RIGHT NOW, including phishing, credential compromise, social engineering, purchased carrier authorities, chameleon carriers, AI-assisted scams, and why criminals are getting increasingly sophisticated. We also cover: 🚛 What makes Truckstop’s approach to carrier vetting different 🔎 Carrier Hub, RMIS, SaferWatch & carrier monitoring 🚨 Why phishing continues to be such a major fraud threat 🕵️ How bad actors study broker behavior and exploit weaknesses 🤖 How AI is making scams harder to spot 📋 Why consistent SOPs matter more than ever 🏭 The role shippers and warehouses play in preventing cargo theft ⚠️ Why there is NO silver bullet for freight fraud 🤝 Truckstop’s work with FMCSA and the broader transportation industry ⚖️ Carrier selection and broker practices following the Montgomery decision 💡 Why people + process + technology still matter in fraud prevention One of my favorite takeaways from Shawn: “Ignorance opens opportunity for exploitation.” Technology can help us move faster and identify risk, but we still have to participate in the process. Know your carriers. Have conversations. Train your teams. Build strong SOPs. And when something doesn’t feel right — investigate it. Fraudsters are constantly changing their playbook. We have to keep learning too. 🎙️ Tell Me Everything Podcast | Fraud Girl Friday Hosted by Danielle Spinelli 💗 Sponsored by Tallgrass Freight Co. If you’re a freight broker agent — or interested in becoming one — reach out to the Tallgrass Freight team and tell them Tell Me Everything sent you! And PLEASE hit subscribe! It helps me know which conversations you want more of and helps me keep bringing the people fighting freight fraud and cargo theft onto the show. #FreightFraud #CargoTheft #CarrierVetting #Truckstop #FreightBroker #Trucking #Logistics #SupplyChain #FraudPrevention #CarrierOnboarding #FreightTech #FraudGirlFriday

    Fraud Girl Season 2 Episode 34 What’s New at Truckstop?

  2. 4d ago

    TME Season 2 Episode 38: The One Where We Give Shippers a Credit Score

    What if carriers and freight brokers could check a shipper’s “credit score” before ever pricing their freight? On this episode of Tell Me Everything, Danielle Spinelli sits down with Lance Healy, Co-Founder and CEO of FreightFacts, to dive into the world of LTL freight, shipper performance, freight pricing, and shipper accountability. Lance explains how FreightFacts uses real carrier data to create a shipper score based on factors like dwell time, days to pay, damage claims, rebuilds, reweighs, billing issues, and overall facility performance — giving brokers and carriers a better idea of exactly what they’re getting into before they bid on the freight. Danielle and Lance also break down what freight brokers should know before getting into LTL, why relationships with LTL carriers work differently than truckload, how bad shipper operations can destroy your margins, and why the lowest-priced bid isn’t always the smartest bid. They get into: • How to get started in LTL as a freight broker • Why partnering with an LTL specialist may be the best first move • LTL pricing, freight class, accessorials, rebuilds and reweighs • Why dwell time matters so much to LTL carriers • How shipper performance affects freight pricing • Using shipper data during RFPs and freight bids • Why carriers may eventually want to see a shipper score before offering pricing • How brokers can become strategic partners instead of simply another source for rates • Freight fraud and why LTL may be less vulnerable than truckload • How insurance and factoring companies could use operational shipper data • And why being a “shipper of choice” might need a little more proof behind it If you work in freight brokerage, LTL transportation, logistics, supply chain, freight tech, carrier sales, shipper operations or transportation procurement, this episode gives you a completely different way to think about who should actually be evaluated before a load ever moves. Learn more about FreightFacts at FreightFacts.io and connect with Lance Healy on LinkedIn. 🎙️ Tell Me Everything Podcast with Danielle Spinelli A big thank you to our sponsor Tallgrass Freight Co. If you’re currently a W-2 freight broker thinking about becoming an agent — or an existing agent looking for a new home — check them out. Like, subscribe and follow for more conversations about freight, logistics, cargo theft, fraud, technology and the people changing the transportation industry. #Freight #Logistics #LTL #FreightBroker #FreightTech #SupplyChain #Transportation #Trucking #Shippers #FreightBrokerage #CarrierSales #LogisticsTechnology

    TME Season 2 Episode 38: The One Where We Give Shippers a Credit Score

  3. Sep 11 ·  Video

    Fraud Girl Season 2 Episode 33 :Freight Fraud Is an Arms Race: Inside Search Carriers

    In this Fraud Girl Friday episode of Tell Me Everything, Danielle Spinelli sits down with Garrett Allen, founder of Search Carriers, to talk about carrier vetting, onboarding tools, chameleon carriers, FMCSA data, MODIS issues, and why freight fraud prevention cannot rely on one single green-light/red-light system. Garrett shares how Search Carriers was built from a technical and data engineering perspective, using FMCSA data, inspection data, Secretary of State records, contact information, addresses, VINs, and other data points to help brokers and compliance teams investigate carrier risk more deeply. Danielle and Garrett also discuss why bad actors are getting smarter, how they are buying or renting MCs and DOT numbers, why recently changed contact information is not the only red flag anymore, and how freight brokers can build a stronger carrier vetting process through layered tools, audit trails, repeatable due diligence, and ongoing monitoring. This episode is part of Danielle’s vetting and onboarding platform series, where different freight tech companies share what makes their platform unique and how brokers can use multiple layers to protect their business. Topics covered in this episode include: Carrier vetting and onboarding platforms Chameleon carrier detection Freight fraud prevention FMCSA and MODIS data issues MC and DOT number risks Carrier identity changes Inspection data and safety records Audit trails after the SCOTUS ruling Why brokers need layered compliance tools How Search Carriers helps surface carrier connections and risk factors Whether you are a freight broker, carrier sales rep, compliance manager, shipper, freight tech provider, or logistics leader, this episode breaks down why carrier vetting is no longer just about checking a box. It is about knowing the story behind the data before you hand over the load. Guest: Garrett Allen, Founder of Search Carriers Host: Danielle Spinelli, Tell Me Everything Podcast / Fraud Girl Friday Learn more about Search Carriers: searchcarriers.com Thank you to our sponsor, Tallgrass Freight. If you are a broker agent or freight broker looking for a new home with a great team, visit Tallgrass Freight to learn more.

    Fraud Girl Season 2 Episode 33 :Freight Fraud Is an Arms Race: Inside Search Carriers

  4. Sep 8

    TME Season 2 Episode 37: The One About the Job Market: Who’s Hiring, Who’s Looking & What’s Changed

    Is your LinkedIn profile more important than your resume? Is AI actually taking jobs — or just changing the way we work? And why are companies still putting candidates through five interviews before making a decision? Danielle Spinelli sits down with Blake Collins, co-founder of Armada Talent Group, for a candid conversation about hiring, recruiting, sales, company culture, AI, remote work, and what the logistics job market really looks like right now. Blake works directly with companies and candidates across freight brokerage, transportation, supply chain technology, warehousing, trucking, and logistics — which means he sees both sides of the hiring process. They get into why hundreds of AI-generated applications are flooding job postings, why your LinkedIn profile may be the first thing a CEO checks, what candidates do that instantly hurts their chances, and why employers need to remember that they’re being interviewed too. They also talk about Danielle’s own decision to leave a company she loved for GenLogs, knowing your career non-negotiables, different styles of selling, Blake’s “Rule of Three” for career moves, women in logistics, remote vs. in-office work, and whether artificial intelligence and robotics will actually eliminate jobs. Plus… Blake shares one of the most ridiculous Gmail profile pictures he’s ever seen attached to a candidate interviewing for a professional role. 😂 In this episode: LinkedIn vs. resumes in modern hiringHow AI is changing recruiting and job applicationsHow to make your LinkedIn profile stand outWhy candidates ghost recruiters after multiple interviewsWhy companies lose great candidates by interviewing too slowlyCareer non-negotiables and choosing the right company cultureSales personalities and hiring the right type of salespersonThe “Rule of Three” for career changesWomen and career advancement in logisticsRemote work vs. working in an officeHiring for attitude vs. aptitudeAI, robotics and the future of supply chain jobsThe future of logistics recruiting and talentIf you work in freight, logistics, transportation, supply chain, recruiting, freight tech, sales or operations — or you’re thinking about your next career move — this one is worth the listen. 🎙️ Guest: Blake Collins, Armada Talent Group 🎧 Host: Danielle Spinelli, Tell Me Everything Podcast A huge thank you to Tallgrass Freight Co. for sponsoring Tell Me Everything. If you’re a freight broker, W2 broker, or considering becoming an independent freight agent and looking for a new home, email TME@tallgrassfreight.com for more information. Like, follow and subscribe to Tell Me Everything Podcast for more candid conversations from the people actually working inside transportation, logistics and supply chain.

    TME Season 2 Episode 37: The One About the Job Market: Who’s Hiring, Who’s Looking & What’s Changed

  5. Sep 4 ·  Video

    Fraud Girl Season 2 Episode 33: A Peak Inside Freight Validate

    Carrier vetting has changed — and checking a score, seeing a red flag, or confirming active authority isn’t enough anymore. On this episode of Tell Me Everything: Fraud Girl Friday, Danielle Spinelli sits down with Dale Prax, Founder & CEO of Freight Validate, for a deep dive into the next generation of carrier vetting, freight fraud prevention, cargo theft, and safety risk. Dale breaks down why “the score isn’t the story,” how Freight Validate looks beyond traditional FMCSA data, and why brokers need to understand the context behind carrier violations instead of automatically rejecting a carrier based on a single red flag. They also talk about the impact of the Montgomery decision on broker carrier selection, building a defensible carrier vetting process, documenting safety concerns, verifying insurance and equipment, MC number sales, chameleon carriers, Secretary of State records, voice verification, and why carrier vetting needs multiple layers of technology and human review. Plus, Danielle and Dale discuss the growing collaboration between the private freight industry and FMCSA, how vetting platforms can fill gaps government systems cannot, and why the future of fraud prevention depends on companies sharing data and working together rather than trying to solve everything alone. Topics include: • Freight Validate and its Detailed Analysis Report • Carrier vetting after Montgomery • FMCSA safety data and carrier selection • Why safety scores don’t tell the entire story • Documenting carrier safety concerns • Cargo theft and freight fraud prevention • MC number sales and chameleon carriers • Real-time insurance and equipment verification • Carrier identity and voice verification • Layered carrier vetting and onboarding • Broker and carrier education • Collaboration between FMCSA and private industry If you work in freight brokerage, carrier compliance, trucking, transportation safety, cargo theft prevention, or logistics risk management, this is an episode you’ll want to hear.

    Fraud Girl Season 2 Episode 33: A Peak Inside Freight Validate

  6. Sep 1 ·  Video

    TME Season 2 Episode 36: The One Where We Rethink Hours of Service

    Are trucking’s Hours of Service rules actually making the industry safer — or are outdated regulations hurting driver pay, productivity, retention, and the carriers trying to do things the right way? In this episode of Tell Me Everything, Danielle Spinelli sits down with Zach Meiborg, second-generation owner of Meiborg Companies, for a no-holds-barred conversation about trucking regulations, driver productivity, fraudulent ELDs, and Zach’s proposed 14/10 Hours of Service approach: 14 hours available for on-duty work followed by 10 consecutive hours off. Zach argues that trucking is still operating under the influence of Hours of Service rules dating back to 1935, even though trucks, technology, working conditions, ELDs, and the freight industry have completely transformed. They dive into: • Why Zach believes trucking has a utilization problem, not a driver shortage • The connection he sees between driver productivity, wages, turnover, and safety • Why he wants the 30-minute break and 70-hour/8-day clock reconsidered • How the proposed 14 hours on / 10 hours off model would work • Why compliant carriers struggle to compete against carriers allegedly manipulating ELDs • The rise of fraudulent and potentially manipulated electronic logs • Why technology and roadside intelligence could change HOS enforcement • The loss of professionalism and pride in trucking • Driver training, CDL standards, and the difference between simply operating a truck and becoming a professional driver • Cargo theft, chameleon carriers, noncompliance, and enforcement • Why Zach believes regulators and the trucking industry need to rethink rules written for a completely different era Zach also shares what ultimately pushed him to advocate for change: watching professional drivers become frustrated by a system he believes prevents them from being as productive — and as well compensated — as they could be. Whether you’re a truck driver, owner-operator, fleet owner, freight broker, shipper, 3PL, safety professional, or transportation executive, this conversation raises an important question: If the rules don’t reflect modern trucking anymore, is it time to change the rules? 🎙️ Hosted by Danielle Spinelli 🚛 Tell Me Everything Podcast Thank you to our sponsor Tallgrass Freight Co. If you’re an experienced freight broker or agent interested in building your own book of business and business within an established organization, reach out to TME@tallgrassfreight.com for more information. If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe, rate, review, and share it with someone in transportation. #Trucking #HoursOfService #HOS #TruckDrivers #ELD #Freight #Logistics #Transportation #OwnerOperator #FreightBroker #CargoTheft #TruckingIndustry #SupplyChain #TruckSafety

    TME Season 2 Episode 36: The One Where We Rethink Hours of Service

  7. Aug 28 ·  Video

    Fraud Girl Season 2 Episode 32: Cargo Theft Goes Off the Rails: Intermodal with IANA

    Cargo theft doesn’t stop when the truck leaves the highway. In this episode of Tell Me Everything, Fraud Girl Danielle Spinelli sits down with Anne Reinke, President & CEO of the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), to go inside a side of cargo theft we don’t talk about nearly enough: rail, drayage, ports, containers and the entire intermodal supply chain. Anne explains why intermodal can be a more closed ecosystem than traditional over-the-road transportation — but why multiple handoffs and long stretches of unattended freight still create major opportunities for organized cargo theft. We get into how criminals target trains and containers, why electronics remain such an attractive commodity, what’s happening in cargo theft hot spots including California, Texas, Illinois and Memphis, and how thieves are becoming increasingly sophisticated in identifying high-value freight. But this isn’t just about stronger locks and taller fences. Anne explains why cargo security requires a layered approach: validating carriers and drivers, verifying equipment and contacts, documenting chain of custody, controlling access, using sensors and technology, securing containers, sharing intelligence and building relationships with law enforcement. One of the biggest takeaways? If someone fraudulently convinces you to voluntarily hand over the freight, the height of your fence doesn’t matter. We also talk about: • Why multiple intermodal handoffs create opportunities for theft • Rail-yard and in-transit cargo theft • How organized thieves identify valuable containers • Electronics, food products and other targeted commodities • Port security, TWIC credentials and identity validation • Export theft and stolen freight moving overseas • Sensors, seals, locks, GPS and container security technology • Why visibility and security are becoming increasingly connected • IANA’s Cargo Theft Recommended Practices • The importance of reporting cargo theft instead of simply absorbing the loss • Public-private collaboration with law enforcement • Driver and carrier verification in the intermodal ecosystem • Why brokers and shippers may want to better understand intermodal • How IMCs help orchestrate intermodal transportation • The 2026 Intermodal EXPO and resources available for companies entering the space LEARN MORE ABOUT IANA https://www.intermodal.org/ INTERMODAL EXPO September 14–16, 2026 | Long Beach, California https://intermodal.org/intermodalexpo/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23896949500&gbraid=0AAAAA_idXhn-JRHPMSIR1fX4sNJSavP67&gclid=CjwKCAjwwL_UBhAjEiwAEhuT5B1hl4snFTU4JDKdkgNhMSDMYLarMeQ_Laaca2m4bRZwUw8jmvOxLxoC_GYQAvD_BwE FRAUD GIRL + ARIZONA LAW ENFORCEMENT: CARGO THEFT https://youtu.be/8SUKA2_Xzyo?si=AIPSbHcFq1YCuqKc MORE ON RAIL / CARGO THEFT https://youtu.be/f0KdTc3YcTM

    Fraud Girl Season 2 Episode 32: Cargo Theft Goes Off the Rails: Intermodal with IANA

  8. Aug 25 ·  Video

    TME Season 2 Episode 35: The One Where Leadership Hits the Court. The Basketball Edition

    What can business leaders learn from a basketball coach? A lot more than you might think. In this episode of Tell Me Everything, Danielle Spinelli sits down with basketball coach Aaron Tribbey to talk about the surprising similarities between coaching a basketball team and leading a successful business team. With 20 years of coaching experience, Aaron shares what he’s learned about building culture, recruiting for character over talent, holding people accountable without destroying their confidence, coaching high performers, managing different personalities, staying calm under pressure, and getting star players to buy into the success of the entire team. They also get into one of the hardest parts of leadership: recognizing that everyone develops differently—and sometimes being a great leader means meeting people where they are instead of forcing them into who you think they should be. Whether you’re a coach, business leader, manager, parent, athlete, or entrepreneur, this conversation is a reminder that leadership isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about relationships, consistency, adaptability, and continuing to learn. And Aaron leaves us with perhaps the biggest lesson of all: don’t become so focused on reaching the top that you forget to appreciate the climb.

    TME Season 2 Episode 35: The One Where Leadership Hits the Court. The Basketball Edition
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Tell Me Everything is a logistics podcast featuring weekly conversations with industry professionals every Tuesday, covering freight, supply chain trends, and real-world insights from brokers, shippers, and carriers. On Fraud Girl Fridays, the focus shifts to cargo theft, freight fraud, and supply chain security - breaking down how it happens and how to stay protected.

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