The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast

Zipline Logistics
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Welcome to The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast presented by Zipline Logistics. Are you ready to learn, laugh, and get your freight on?

  1. MAR 3

    83 | Dominating Drop Trailer Deliveries

    When supply chain chaos hits—whether from seasonal peaks, unexpected surges, or a warehouse that’s bursting at the seams—CPG brands need options that actually relieve pressure instead of adding to it. Enter: drop trailer deliveries. In this episode, we're breaking down what drop trailers are, when they’re most effective, and how CPG shippers can leverage them as a strategic tool, not just a last-minute fix. What you’ll learn: What drop trailer deliveries actually are (minus the jargon) When and why CPG brands should use them How they improve efficiency during peak volume Their impact on on-time delivery performance How Zipline helps brands execute drop trailer programs smoothly Real examples of when drop trailers saved the day Learn more: https://ziplinelogistics.com/blog/drop-trailer-deliveries/ Connect with Zipline Logistics: https://linktr.ee/ziplinelogistics Get 10% off your Expo West pass: https://www.xpressreg.net/register/npew0326/start.asp?sc=10953

    16 min

  2. FEB 17

    82 | How to Spot (and Avoid) a Love-Bombing Logistics Partner

    There are tons of general 3PLs out there who bait CPG brands by selling a dream that promises not only the best rates but the best service, too. Some would call this love-bombing. But with no data or proof to back “the best” they claim to be, their true colors are revealed over time. The result? CPG brands end up getting slammed with late fees and losing significant on-shelf gross profit. Tune in to learn how to spot (and avoid) a love-bombing 3PL. Learn more: https://ziplinelogistics.com/blog/general-3pls/ Follow Zipline Logistics: https://linktr.ee/ziplinelogistics Get 10% off your Expo West pass: https://www.xpressreg.net/register/npew0326/start.asp?sc=10953

    17 min

  3. FEB 3

    81 | Leveraging AI & Robotics to Optimize Supply Chains

    What does it really take to run a $250M fulfillment network that powers billions of mailpieces, survives peak season chaos, and still ranks #1 in efficiency? We’re joined by Brent Hagan, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Lob, whose resume spans everything from launching Amazon’s top-performing robotic fulfillment center to scaling Deliverr’s network through its $2.2B Shopify acquisition. Brent pulls back the curtain on: How robotics and AI actually impact throughput, labor, and dock operations Where AI delivers real value in logistics and where it’s still overhypes Why postal logistics and freight face more of the same challenges than you might think Whether you’re behind the wheel, managing a CPG supply chain, or building the next-gen logistics network, this episode is packed with practical insights, real-world stories, and hard-earned lessons from one of the industry’s most experienced operators. Connect with Brent Hagan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brent-hagan-530284173/ Learn more about Lob: https://www.lob.com/ Connect with Zipline Logistics: https://linktr.ee/ziplinelogistics Get 10% off your Expo West pass: https://www.xpressreg.net/register/npew0326/start.asp?sc=10953 Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro(00:05:19) - Robots and the Warehouse Floor(00:09:42) - Robots to Replace Human Fulfillment Workers(00:11:24) - How AI is improving the Postal Service(00:13:32) - Direct Mail: Coming Back to Your Home(00:16:40) - How Does AI Affect the USPS?(00:21:01) - The Future of Print Industry Is AI(00:26:12) - Are You Ready for AI in Your Supply Chain?(00:30:44) - Future of Robotics in Warehouse(00:32:06) - Close

    32 min

  4. JAN 20

    80 | What CPG Brands Get Wrong About Warehousing and How to Fix It

    Vice President of River Plate, Inc., Leo Rodriguez, breaks down what CPG brands really need to understand about warehousing and fulfillment strategy as they scale. From inventory control and kitting to choosing the right 3PL, Leo shares practical insights that help shippers reduce cost, avoid chaos, and create a fulfillment operation that actually supports growth—not stress-test it. Whether you’re shipping to retailers, Amazon, or DTC customers, this episode will help you rethink how you manage product flow, labor, storage, and accuracy across your network. This episode is perfect for CPG supply chain leaders, operations teams, COO/Founder-led brands, anyone wrestling with inventory + fulfillment performance. Learn more about River Plate, Inc.: https://www.riverplateinc.com/ Connect with Zipline Logistics: https://linktr.ee/ziplinelogistics Chapters (00:00:00) - Chuck Cam: The Truck Yeah Podcast(00:00:47) - How Logistics Work(00:05:51) - What caused you to fall in love with logistics?(00:09:12) - Separation of the Supply Chain and Distribution(00:10:42) - DTC to Retail: What's the Process?(00:14:41) - 3 Pl(00:16:32) - Pallet Configuration for Retailers(00:19:03) - 3PL Provider: On-Time Delivery and Data-driven Process(00:22:13) - 3PL Proposals: Questions CPG Brands Should Ask When(00:25:02) - How To Prevent Errors From Your 3PL(00:27:22) - River Plate Logistics: How To Reach Out to a Brand?

    29 min

  5. JAN 6

    79 | 2026 CPG Logistics Industry Predictions

    Your 2025 Supply Chain Wrapped is here, plus expert predictions on where the freight market is headed in 2026 and beyond. Tune in and stay ahead of the next slowdown… or surge?? Follow Zipline Logistics: https://linktr.ee/ziplinelogistics 2026 Q1 Freight Market Update: https://ziplinelogistics.com/blog/2026-freight-market-forecast/ Chapters (00:00:00) - CPG Shippers: How To Sell Your Stuff...(00:00:47) - Zipline Logistics: Forwarding Into 2021(00:01:56) - Top Executives: What Do You Expect In 2021?(00:04:03) - Is Non-Domicile CDL Tightening the Market?(00:10:17) - Rejection Rates: Pre-Covid and Post-(00:12:16) - Owning a Truck Is a Stupid Business Decision(00:15:43) - Private Fleets Impact on the CPG Industry(00:19:04) - Private Label and its sustainability(00:22:49) - Private Label Brand Advice for 2022(00:27:09) - Zipline: Future of Covid in 2026

    28 min

  6. 12/23/2025

    78 | "Put it in reverse, Terry!" (Reverse Logistics for CPG Brands)

    Every CPG brand wants their products flying off the shelf…but what about what comes back? Let’s talk reverse logistics: the secret to saving money, strengthening retailer trust, and keeping your brand sustainable. Learn more about Reverse Logistics: https://ziplinelogistics.com/blog/reverse-logistics-for-cpg-brands-save-money-build-trust-and-increase-sustainability/ Connect with Zipline Logistics: https://linktr.ee/ziplinelogistics Chapters (00:00:00) - The Process of Recycling an Overpriced Order(00:00:46) - Reverse Logistics in CPG Brands(00:05:00) - Return and Collection: Why it's so important for CPG brands(00:06:39) - Returning an iPhone to the Store(00:09:26) - LTL Orders Being Refused For The Wrong Product(00:10:43) - Disposing of damaged food(00:11:27) - Pulse: The Future of Repair & refurbish Is Connected(00:12:24) - What are some other challenges that retailers face?(00:15:52) - Rework Costco Network: Auditing Returns & Collaborating With Car

    19 min

  7. 12/09/2025

    77 | Diagnosing Supply Chain Health via Cadence Tracking

    Is your supply chain calmly vibing or silently screaming for help? One of the easiest ways to find out is by tracking your order cadence — AKA the heartbeat of your supply chain. Cadence tracking helps CPG brands spot patterns, predict strain, and get a clear picture of everything from PO timing to lead times to MOQs. We're breaking down how cadence tracking might just transform the way you plan, produce, and scale. Follow Zipline Logistics: https://linktr.ee/ziplinelogistics

    13 min

  8. 11/25/2025

    76 | CPG Tradeshow Tea with Zipline Sales Reps

    Ever wondered about what CPG shows like Expo West, Newtopia Now, or SFA Fancy are like from the inside? Zipline Logistics sales reps, Tyler Mathews and Joe Lovell, are on the mic to spill all the tea from their time at these tradeshows. Follow Zipline Logistics: https://linktr.ee/ziplinelogistics More about CPG tradeshows: https://ziplinelogistics.com/blog/food-and-beverage-conferences/

    18 min
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Welcome to The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast presented by Zipline Logistics. Are you ready to learn, laugh, and get your freight on?

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  • Creator
    Zipline Logistics
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
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