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Sense Per Mile
by Sense Per Mile
Sense Per Mile is a podcast tackling tough trucking industry topics and asking even tougher industry questions, all to find better solutions and help sense make cents.Hosted by Charles Gracey and co-hosted by Paul Gibson, this weekly podcast starts conversations between drivers, carriers, and industry experts to address the ongoing challenges related to the industry.Interviewing those at the heart of the industry, they’ll share the most important insights into the real driver experience.
Episodes
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S5 E25:Border Fallout: Why Immigration Crackdowns Will SHRED the Trucking Workforce
The U.S. immigration crackdown is about to cripple the supply chain. This week on Sense Per Mile, we break down the logistics: fewer essential immigrant workers means the driver shortage will explode. This forces desperate carriers to rush hiring, drives up operating costs, and will drastically...
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S5 E24:W-2 or 1099: Is Your Carrier Lying to the IRS (and You)?
This week on Sense Per Mile, we tackle the single most dangerous financial question in trucking: Are you a legal W-2 employee or a true 1099 owner-operator? We expose the "control test," the hidden tax bombs of self-employment, and the brutal audits that crush carriers and drivers when a company...
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S5 E23: TRUE CRIME: The Murder of Workplace Morale
Is your trucking company bleeding drivers? It's not the pay, it's the toxic leadership. This episode of Sense Per Mile exposes the silent reason for sky-high turnover: bad bosses, micromanagement, and zero respect. We show you how toxic leaders are sabotaging retention and what you (or your...
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S5 E22: DEATH BY REGULATION! Staying Compliant in America's Most OVER REGULATED Industry
Forget what you think you know. Transportation compliance isn't just paperwork; it's a minefield. Laws change overnight, penalties crush businesses, and one wrong move can cost you everything. This episode of Sense Per Mile rips into the brutal reality of ever-changing regulations. We expose the...
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S5 E20: Broker Tells All!
In this episode, we ask a broker anything and then bring in a carrier and former driver to weigh in. Are brokers essential connectors, or just middlemen taking too much off the top? We dig into whether they’re really the bad guys, or if the truth is more complicated. Powered by CDLLife Sponsors:...
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S5 E19: The Tech Upgrade That Will END Your Company
That shiny new tech you're drooling over? It could be the bullet with your company's name on it. This isn't about innovation; it's about survival. Many businesses are blindly throwing money at the latest gadgets and software, not realizing they're digging their own graves. Powered by CDLLife...
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S5 E18: STOP Wasting Money on Hiring! (The Metric That Matters Most)
Cost per hire is one of the most common recruiting metrics, but is it a good one? In this video, we'll break down the pros and cons of focusing on cost per hire and reveal why a low CPH could actually be a sign of a failing recruitment strategy. PLUS: A big announcement about your next chance to...
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S5 E17: GROW or SURVIVE?! The Ultimate Trucking Dilemma in a CRASHING Market
The trucking market is brutal, and every carrier is facing an impossible choice: Do you chase growth and expand your empire, or do you batten down the hatches and protect your hard-earned margins at all costs? In this no-holds-barred episode of Sense Per Mile, we're dissecting the ultimate...
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S5 E16: INDUSTRY EXPERTS: “Are you OK?!” A Raw Check-In with Our Friends in Trucking
The trucking industry has been through a whirlwind, and the constant stress is taking its toll. In this special episode, we're putting the news and drama aside to do a simple but crucial check-in. We've gathered some of our most trusted friends and industry experts from different areas of...
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S5 E15: The EMPLOYER RANSOM: Charging to Verify Previous Employment?!
The trucking industry's recruiting nightmare just got a whole lot worse. In this explosive episode of Sense Per Mile, we're exposing a shocking new trend where some employers are now charging carriers to respond to legally required employment verifications. This predatory practice is nothing…
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S5 E14: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS ARE A LIE?! Why You Can't Retire (and Why Nobody Stays)
The 401k was a colossal mistake... and it was never meant to be your retirement plan. In this explosive episode of Sense Per Mile, we're exposing the broken promises behind our modern benefits system and revealing why the decline of retirement security is a bigger part of the trucking industry's...
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S5 E13: TRANSPORTATION SHOCKWAVE! + Women's UNTOLD Struggles in Trucking & Logistics
MAJOR INDUSTRY ALERT! Get ready for breaking news that could completely shake up the recruiting side of the transportation industry! This is a development you need to know about if you're involved in hiring, retention, or career planning in trucking and logistics. But there's more. We're also...
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S5 E12: IS THIS THE INDUSTRY'S BIGGEST ENEMY?!
Are rising insurance costs driving you out of business? In this explosive episode of Sense Per Mile, we're exposing the dark side of the trucking insurance industry. We'll uncover how nuclear verdicts, skyrocketing premiums, and unrealistic risk assessments are crippling carriers, impacting…
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S5 E11: 2025 MID-YEAR TRUCKING FORECAST: Brace Yourself. (Freight, Finance, & Driver Meltdown?)
What's coming for freight in 2025? We're breaking down the latest forecasts for freight rates, the impact of the financial market, and the ever-critical driver recruiting landscape. Get ready for expert insights on spot vs. contract, interest rates, and how to attract and retain top talent. Don't...
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S5 E10: Red, White & Road Worn: The Untold Patriotism of Trucking
While the world celebrates freedom, truckers are out there earning it mile by mile. In this patriotic episode of Sense Per Mile, we salute the men and women who keep America moving every day, every night, and every holiday in between. Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICES Sponsors:...
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S5 E9: Truckers Are Getting Paid In & Out Of The Cab! Here’s How 🚛📱
More drivers are turning smartphones into side hustles by growing brands, launching businesses, and cashing in on content. In this episode, we break down how truckers are using social media to stack income without adding miles.Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:TAFS,...
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S5 E8: Who Has It Worse?! Brokers? Carriers? Shippers? + WWWIII AI Supply Chain Predictions
We ask the question who has it worse in the current market? Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:Mesilla Valley Transportation TenstreetGuests:Kevin Nadeau, TenstreetKevin Hill, CarrierSource
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S5 E7: Why New Truck Drivers Quit: Can the Industry Be Fixed?
The trucking industry is desperate for new blood but why do so many fresh drivers leave within months? In this episode of Sense Per Mile, we break down the harsh realities new drivers face, what fleets can do to keep them, and whether the system is too broken to fix. If you’re a recruiter…
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S5 E6: Driverless Trucks Are Here! Is Paul Out Of A Job?!
We talk to James Year who has spent the last year following around AI powered driverless trucks in Texas about his new documentary. Also Paul shows off what Veo 3 can do.Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:TAFS TenstreetGuests:James Year, JournalistBob Peckham, Tenstreet
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S5 E5: Are Non-Competes Killing Trucking?
Non-compete agreements are spreading fast in the trucking industry but are they legal, fair, or even enforceable? In this explosive episode of Sense Per Mile we sit down with top transportation attorneys to break down the real impact these contracts are having on drivers, carriers, and…
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S5 E4: What Does Recruiting Look Like In A Recession
Charles goes to Large card and guitars to see how drivers look for jobs during tough economic times and Paul stays behind to dig into the data with tenstreet!Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:MyCarrierPortalTenstreetGuests:Tim CrawfordTaylor BarkerTony Justice Long Haul Paul& more!
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S5 E3: Are Dispatchers the Cause of High Driver Turnover?!
We break down what dispatchers do and don’t do that cause driver turnover, what is and isn’t their fault, and an interesting future for the position.Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:TAFSTenstreet
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S5 E2: Tenstreet UCONNECT2025 Was a Safe Bet!
Charles breaks down everything you missed at this year’s Tenstreet user conference!Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:Mesilla Valley Transportation TenstreetGuests:Drew Sparks, TenstreetJulie Strokos, Tenstreet
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S5 E1: Broker Carrier Summit Indianapolis 2025!
Charles and Paul cover BCS Indianapolis live from the podcast booth!Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESSponsors:Broker Carrier SummitTai SoftwareMyCarrierPortalTAFS incTenstreetGuests:Dan Lindsey, Broker Carrier SummitRobert Bain, Broker Carrier SummitJosh Hanes, Broker Carrier SummitCourtney...
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S4 E25: Everything Sucks… Truck Driver Says What We're All Thinking & 100 Episodes of Ways To Fix It
Charles and Paul bring you the 100th episode of sense per mile! Our goal has always been to bring the industry the driver perspective and ways to make it better! In this episode make a list of things we knew, things that are new, and the news!Powered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT...
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S4 E24: Will The Transportation Industry Tear If The Tariffs Continue?!
Thomas “Gandalf the Freight” Wasson and the wonderful Grace Sharkey stop by to talk about the future effects of the Trump administration’s tariffs on the U.S. supply chain.Powered by: CDLLife × HOT SEAT SERVICESGuests:Thomas Wasson, FreightwavesGrace Sharkey, Freightwaves /...
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S4 E23: BREAKING!!! Tenstreet Acquires DriverReach! Josh Is Quitting The Show?!
Josh discusses his future and what that looks like. Charles talks to Tim Crawford about Tenstreet’s Latest acquisition and what it means for carriers and drivers.Powered by: CDLLife × HOT SEAT SERVICESGuests:Tim Crawford, CEO/President, TenstreetSponsors:TenstreetMesilla Valley Transportation
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S4 E22: MATS PRO TALK: From Isolation to Inspiration: Social Media & the Future of Trucking
Charles and Paul talk about how drivers and carriers can leverage social media to grow their audience and leverage it for businessPowered by: CDLLife × HOT SEAT SERVICESGuests:Julie Strokos, TenstreetSponsors:TenstreetMid-America Trucking ShowDecker Truck Line
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S4 E21: Sense Per Mile Goes to MATS 2025! (Mid-America Trucking Show Coverage)
Charles Paul & Josh head out to Louisville to see some old friends, show trucks, and get a beat on what's going on in the trucking industryPowered by: CDLLife x HOT SEAT SERVICESGuestsMichael Lombard, Truck Parking ClubLora Andela, The Tiny Bull HaulerRobert Pierson, Mesilla Valley...
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S4 E20: Paul Locks Himself In A Closet To Protest Hours Of Service Rules
What if an office employee had to keep the same schedule and operate the same way as a driver? Paul Gibson decided to find the answer by locking himself inside CDLLife’s storage closet for two days. By recording and sharing the experience, we hope to brings the industry closer to understanding…
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S4 E19: Pick Your Fighter: Finance, Fraud Prevention, Recruiting, Marketing
When the market slows, where should trucking companies focus their resources? In this episode of Sense Per Mile, we break down the pros and cons of prioritizing finance, fraud prevention, recruiting, or marketing — and which strategy could keep your business rolling through tough times.Powered…
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S4 E18: Maximizing Conferences: Turning Industry Events into Opportunities
In this episode of Sense Per Mile, we’re breaking down how to make trucking industry conferences worth your time and money. From prepping beforehand to networking like a pro and following up after — we’ll share quick, actionable tips to help you turn connections into real opportunities. Don’t…
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S4 E17: Trucking Recession? The Winners & Losers Are Being Decided NOW
In a constantly shifting industry, stability is key. This episode of Sense Per Mile breaks down practical strategies to keep your trucking business secure—no matter what the market throws your way. From managing cash flow and cutting unnecessary costs to diversifying revenue and leveraging...
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S4 E16: The Brutal Truth About Recruiting Truckers in 2025
Driver recruiting is tougher than ever in 2025. With market shifts, pay struggles, and skyrocketing competition, trucking companies are scrambling to fill seats. In this episode of Sense Per Mile, we break down the biggest roadblocks, how the freight market is making things worse, and what fleets...
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S4 E15: Trucking MELTDOWN: How Trump, Taxes &Tariffs Are Changing Everything
This week on Sense Per Mile, we dive into the latest headlines shaking up the trucking industry. From Trump’s policies to new tax changes, rising tariffs, and the broader economic impact on freight, we’re breaking down what drivers need to know. How will these shifts affect rates, regulations…
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S4 E14: EXCLUSIVE: The Future of Freight Revealed - Al's Next Move!
In this episode of Sense Per Mile, we’re joined by Alvys for an exclusive look at a groundbreaking development in the use of AI in freight. This game-changing innovation could reshape how carriers, brokers, and shippers operate—don’t miss it.Then, Charles dives into a heated discussion with our...
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S4 E13: Trump’s New Transportation Boss: What Sean Duffy Means for Truckers!
The Kansas City Chiefs are heading to the Super Bowl, but the real game-changer for truckers is Sean Duffy’s appointment as Trump’s Secretary of Transportation. What does this mean for the industry, regulations, and your bottom line? Tune in as we break it down with our no-nonsense take. Powered...
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S4 E12: How Trump's 24/7 News Cycle Is Disrupting Trucking
Sense Per Mile is back with a must-hear episode for truckers and industry insiders. With Donald Trump back in office, America is shifting back to a 24-hour news cycle-but what does that mean for trucking? From fuel prices and freight markets to regulations and supply chain chaos, we break down…
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S4 E11: Are Trucking Companies Wasting Money on Ad Agencies?
Are advertising agencies worth it for trucking companies? In this episode of Sense Per Mile, we break down the pros, cons, and whether they truly deliver results in the trucking industry. Don’t miss this insightful discussion! Powered by: CDLlife x HOT SEAT SERVICES Sponsored by: Tenstreet TAFS,...
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S4 E10: Gandalf the Freight Reveals 2025 Driver Changes, Congress News, and… Trump Buying Greenland?
This week on Sense Per Mile, we sit down with the legendary “Gandalf the Freight,” one of the most knowledgeable and objective voices in the transportation industry. We discuss whether Trump might actually buy Greenland, unpack the changes coming in 2025 and what they mean for drivers, and…
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S4 E9: Transportation's Future in 2025: Predictions No One Else Will Tell You
Buckle up, because Paul and Charles are diving headfirst into the future of trucking! In this can't-miss episode of Sense Per Mile, the duo dishes out their boldest predictions for 2025. From game-changing legislation and the impact of an uncertain economy to shifts in recruiting, marketing, and...
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S4 E8: Who’s Getting Coal? Trucking’s Naughty & Nice List
In this holiday special of Sense Per Mile, we’re calling out the heroes and villains of the trucking industry. Who’s getting coal under the tree, and who earned a gift this year? From parking policies to big carriers, we break it all down—fast, festive, and straight to the point. Powered by:...
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S4 E7: 💔 How Trucking Ruined Paul's Date + Experts Discuss Industry's Hot Button Issues!
n this episode of Sense Per Mile, Paul shares the hilarious and cringe-worthy story of how a promising date took a sharp turn when he discovered his date was an urban planner who blamed truck drivers for infrastructure issues. Spoiler alert: Paul couldn’t hold back his thoughts on why that...
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S4 E6: ATA Runs from Debate: The Truth About the Driver Shortage!?
When the ATA refused to debate OOIDA on their "driver shortage" claims at FreightWaves' F3 event, industry expert John Larkin stepped in. We break down what happened and why the ATA might be avoiding tough questions. Don't miss this explosive episode! Powered by CDLLife & HOT SEAT SERVICES…
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S4 E5: Is The Future Of Freight A Road to Disaster? The Festival Says Otherwise!
Join Sense Per Mile at FreightWaves’ Future of Freight Festival (F3) as we explore the innovations shaping transportation’s future. Paul, in a banana costume, interviews vendors about their products and attendees about the industry’s biggest challenges. Insightful, fun, and forward-thinking—don’t...
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S4 E4: Can Trump Make Trucking Great Again?
Election results are in! But what does it mean for truckers? Join us as we break down how the latest political changes might impact everything from fuel costs and regulations to life on the road. We’re diving into the policies that could shape your paycheck, your routes, and even the hours you...
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S4 E3: THE GREAT TRUCK PARKING DEBATE A New Expense or a Necessary Solution?
In this much-anticipated episode of Sense Per Mile, we dive into one of the most pressing issues facing truck drivers today: parking. With reports that there are 11 trucks for every available spot, parking scarcity is a daily struggle. Truck Parking Club recently began accepting business from…
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S4 E2: The Executive Perspective: A Top-Down Look at Driver Recruiting
In this episode of Sense Per Mile, we’re taking a unique look at driver recruiting from the executive perspective. How do leaders at the top view the challenges and strategies for attracting the right drivers? Join us as we dive into the decisions and insights that shape recruiting at the highest...
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S4 E1:Inside the Broker Carrier Summit: Bridging the Divide in Fort Worth
In this episode of Sense Per Mile, we take you behind the scenes of the "Broker Carrier Summit" in Fort Worth, TX, where the age-old tug-of-war between carriers and brokers takes center stage. This conference may highlight the natural tension between these two sides of the freight industry, but…
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S3 E24: 🚨New Episode Alert: The Shocking Stats Behind Trucking You NEED to Know!🚨
Whether you’re behind the wheel or behind a desk, this week’s Sense Per Mile episode is dropping some serious data that’s sure to get the whole trucking industry talking! Ever wonder why driver turnover feels like a revolving door or how fuel prices are keeping everyone, from dispatch to the...
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Sense Per Mile is a podcast tackling tough trucking industry topics and asking even tougher industry questions, all to find better solutions and help sense make cents.Hosted by Charles Gracey and co-hosted by Paul Gibson, this weekly podcast starts conversations between drivers, carriers, and industry experts to address the ongoing challenges related to the industry.Interviewing those at the heart of the industry, they’ll share the most important insights into the real driver experience.
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