Leading through a freight recession

On today’s episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is joined by J.B. Hunt President Shelley Simpson to talk about leading through a freight recession; the mission to create the most efficient trucking company in North America; learnings from million mile drivers; and the keys to culture. Travelers’ Craig Leinauer breaks open the topic of carrier-to-carrier double brokering. We’ll find out how to protect yourself from this growing practice. J. J. Keller & Associates’ Joshua Lovan gives us a crash course in DOT audits. We’ll learn why they are increasing and what you can do about it.   Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels talks about the increase in trucking fatalities over the last couple of years. Is it more of an operational issue than a “safety” issue? Plus, channel checks on Yellow are not good; should you tip your lumper; getting fit in the truck; cruise ship chaos; and the infamous $100 pizza. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices