Best Wtt Podcasts (2025)

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WTT: Reconstructing Private Equity: Portfolio Construction for the Post-Distribution Drought 6:17

12d ago6:17

6:17

The movies from my teenage years foreshadowed the topsy-turvy world of today’s private equity industry. Back then, we heard of strange things afoot at the Circle K (Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure) and dogs and cats living together (Ghostbusters). Today, a lack of distributions and secondary sales from longstanding leaders strange things in the in…

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP870 Cargo Crimes, Crane Giants & Autonomous Streams: A WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Birthday Special 45:12

16h ago45:12

45:12

Host Thomas Wasson celebrates his birthday by diving into the wild world of freight! In this jam-packed episode of What The Truck, we cover the skyrocketing rise in cargo theft with Scott Cornell of Travelers Insurance, who breaks down the alarming 1475% surge in strategic thefts. Then, we lift off with Dennis Collins from Maxim Crane Works to expl…

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Cargo Crimes, Crane Giants & Autonomous Streams: A WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Birthday Special 45:12

16h ago45:12

45:12

Host Thomas Wasson celebrates his birthday by diving into the wild world of freight! In this jam-packed episode of What The Truck, we cover the skyrocketing rise in cargo theft with Scott Cornell of Travelers Insurance, who breaks down the alarming 1475% surge in strategic thefts. Then, we lift off with Dennis Collins from Maxim Crane Works to expl…

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Morning Minute | August 4, 2025 2:11

18h ago2:11

2:11

Significant concerns surround the proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger, which could leave major intermodal customers like J.B. Hunt, Schneider, and STG Logistics without coast-to-coast single-line service benefits. Intermodal analysts predict these companies may need to swap rail partners in the East to adapt to the new competitive landsc…

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CIO Greatest Hits: Sovereign Wealth Funds – Nicolai Tangen (Norges Bank) 50:39

1d ago50:39

50:39

This week’s Summer Series is Nicolai Tangen, the leader of the largest sovereign wealth fund, Norges Bank Investment Management. Nicolai joined Norway’s $1.5 trillion pool five years ago after a stellar career in the hedge fund world. He has done a remarkable job as a universal owner of assets, dramatically increasing transparency with his constitu…

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP869 Cradle to Grave: Grit, Growth & the Realities of Freight Brokerage 44:23

4d ago44:23

44:23

On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Thomas Wasson teams up with special guest Malcolm Harris of Axle Logistics to dig into the wild world of freight brokerage. From declining freight volumes and tightening driver availability to game-changing mergers in the rail industry, they break down the state of the supply chain with insight and humor. …

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Cradle to Grave: Grit, Growth & the Realities of Freight Brokerage 44:23

4d ago44:23

44:23

On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Thomas Wasson teams up with special guest Malcolm Harris of Axle Logistics to dig into the wild world of freight brokerage. From declining freight volumes and tightening driver availability to game-changing mergers in the rail industry, they break down the state of the supply chain with insight and humor. …

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Morning Minute | August 1, 2025 2:23

4d ago2:23

2:23

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Morning Minute | July 28, 2025 2:36

8d ago2:36

2:36

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CIO Greatest Hits: Single Family Offices – Steve Rattner (Willett Advisors) 54:19

8d ago54:19

54:19

This week’s Summer Series is another twofer, Dawn Fitzpatrick from Soros and Steve Rattner from Willett Advisors, Michael Bloomberg’s family office. We packaged these two leading single-family offices together to hear their different approaches to a similar investment challenge, with Soros leaning heavily on internal teams and Willett primarily on …

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CIO Greatest Hits: Single Family Offices – Dawn Fitzpatrick (Soros) 52:33

8d ago52:33

52:33

This week’s Summer Series is another twofer, Dawn Fitzpatrick from Soros and Steve Rattner from Willett Advisors, Michael Bloomberg’s family office. We packaged these two leading single-family offices together to hear their different approaches to a similar investment challenge, with Soros leaning heavily on internal teams and Willett primarily on …

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Running on Ice EP151 On the go with Polar King Mobile 28:58

11d ago28:58

28:58

In this episode, we dive into the world of mobile refrigeration units. Our guest, Dany Gaviria, National Sales Manager at Polar King Mobile, breaks down the unique ways Polar King makes refrigeration and freezer solutions easy on the go. For more information, subscribe to ⁠Running on Ice the newsletter⁠ or podcast. ⁠Follow the Running on Ice Podcas…

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP866 ATA's Push for Teen Truckers, Chipotle's Secret Sauce, and Edison Motors' Explosive Growth 45:30

11d ago45:30

45:30

On today's episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, we're diving into the biggest headlines in freight. We'll break down the "Shifting Gears" committee meeting where the ATA, OOIDA, and Teamsters clashed on the future of trucking, including the ATA's controversial push for more teen truckers. We'll also cover the commuter chaos in Cincinnati caused by an over…

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ATA's Push for Teen Truckers, Chipotle's Secret Sauce, and Edison Motors' Explosive Growth 45:30

11d ago45:30

45:30

On today's episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, we're diving into the biggest headlines in freight. We'll break down the "Shifting Gears" committee meeting where the ATA, OOIDA, and Teamsters clashed on the future of trucking, including the ATA's controversial push for more teen truckers. We'll also cover the commuter chaos in Cincinnati caused by an over…

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Morning Minute | July 25, 2025 2:29

11d ago2:29

2:29

NATO has issued a dire warning, stating that global ports face unprecedented cyber threats from state-linked actors, with attacks frequently traced back to Russia, Iran, and China. These sophisticated assaults target critical systems like access control and vessel traffic management, posing a severe risk to global supply chains and military logisti…

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Truck Tech EP109 Bot Auto's Autonomous Truck Ride-Along: In-Cab View of an AI Navigating Houston Traffic 44:15

12d ago44:15

44:15

What's it really like to ride in a self-driving semi-truck? We go beyond the press releases for an exclusive, in-cab look at Bot Auto's autonomous truck navigating the real-world challenges of Houston, from complex overpasses to busy traffic. Join Thomas Wasson for this special episode of Track Tech Live as he rides along to see the technology in a…

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Morning Minute | July 24, 2025 2:33

12d ago2:33

2:33

Trucking and logistics company Forward Air is on the verge of a potential acquisition⁠, with several private equity firms, including Clearlake Capital and Apollo Global Management, submitting bids, causing its shares to surge 10%. This interest follows intense pressure from activist investors after the company's heavily contested merger with Omni L…

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The Long Haul EP24 Box Trucks, Vans, and the STL Freight Boom Nobody’s Talking About 49:46

12d ago49:46

49:46

In this episode of The Long Haul, Adam sits down with Mike Ernst, President of Expedite All and a 25-year freight industry veteran, to talk about one of the most slept-on opportunities in trucking: Small Truckload (STL). From cargo vans to box trucks and straight trucks, STL is on the rise—driven by tight delivery windows, high-value freight, and a…

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP865 Marten's Big Move, Gas Tax Alternatives, and Expert Advice on Fleet Maintenance 45:27

12d ago45:27

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On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Thomas Wasson is joined by Justin Martin (@supertrucker). We're talking about some of the biggest headlines in freight, including Marten's sale of its intermodal unit to HubGroup, Warren Buffett's denial of BNSF merger rumors, and the ATA's proposal to replace the gas tax with a vehicle registration fee. We're …

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Marten's Big Move, Gas Tax Alternatives, and Expert Advice on Fleet Maintenance 45:27

12d ago45:27

45:27

On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Thomas Wasson is joined by Justin Martin (@supertrucker). We're talking about some of the biggest headlines in freight, including Marten's sale of its intermodal unit to HubGroup, Warren Buffett's denial of BNSF merger rumors, and the ATA's proposal to replace the gas tax with a vehicle registration fee. We're …

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The Daily | July 23, 2025 7:48

13d ago7:48

7:48

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Loaded and Rolling EP150 26:40

14d ago26:40

26:40

In today’s episode, Jerad Dennis, director of pricing and business intelligence at TA Services joins us to talk about TA’s recently released Transportation Trendline report. We dive into how spot rate trends, the impact of weather and seasonality, and what watch as we approach the second half of 2025. Follow the Loaded and Rolling Podcast Other Fre…

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The Daily | July 22, 2025 8:18

14d ago8:18

8:18

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Morning Minute | July 22, 2025 2:50

14d ago2:50

2:50

New reports indicate that ⁠BNSF has hired Goldman Sachs to advise on a potential rail merger⁠, following ongoing merger talks between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern since the first quarter. Publicly held Class One railroads are also scheduled to begin reporting their second-quarter earnings this week. We delve into the US cargo airlines' strong…

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP864 Truckstop turns 30! What AI is doing for truckers, A new driver survey reveals surprising optimism, and a deep dive into the world of LTL with the Synchro LTL Claims Index 45:18

15d ago45:18

45:18

On episode 864 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Thomas Wasson is hosting. We catch up with Todd Waldron, vice president of carrier experience at Truckstop.com and look at their recent driver survey, the role AI is playing for truckers today, and celebrate Truckstop’s 30 year anniversary. We also dive into the LTL world by unpacking the Synchro LTL Claims Index…

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Truckstop turns 30! What AI is doing for truckers, A new driver survey reveals surprising optimism, and a deep dive into the world of LTL with the Synchro LTL Claims Index 45:18

15d ago45:18

45:18

On episode 864 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Thomas Wasson is hosting. We catch up with Todd Waldron, vice president of carrier experience at Truckstop.com and look at their recent driver survey, the role AI is playing for truckers today, and celebrate Truckstop’s 30 year anniversary. We also dive into the LTL world by unpacking the Synchro LTL Claims Index…

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The Daily | July 21, 2025 8:18

15d ago8:18

8:18

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Morning Minute | July 21, 2025 2:55

15d ago2:55

2:55

A new proposed deal could reshape freight railroading, with Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern reportedly in merger talks to create the first true transcontinental railroad. Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, owning Union Pacific's primary competitor BNSF Railway, looms large with over $347 billion in cash, sparking speculation of a bidding war t…

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CIO Greatest Hits: Endowments – Scott Wilson (WashU) 56:46

15d ago56:46

56:46

Our Summer Series kickoff is a twofer, Andy Golden, now retired after thirty years at Princeton University Investment Management Company, and Scott Wilson from Washington University-St. Louis. We packaged these two leading endowments to compare their investment styles. Scott comes from a direct investing background and has adopted a position-focuse…

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CIO Greatest Hits: Endowments – Andy Golden (Princo) 1:14:28

15d ago1:14:28

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Our Summer Series kickoff is a twofer, Andy Golden, now retired after thirty years at Princeton University Investment Management Company, and Scott Wilson from Washington University-St. Louis. We packaged these two leading endowments to compare their investment styles. Andy started his career at Yale with me and became one of the leaders of the end…

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WHAT THE TRUCK?!? EP863 FMCSA Under Pressure: New Nominee, same agency, old problems. Tariffs are souring Halloween. Custom Show Trucks and Teen Crash Laws. Ingrid Brown Talks Common Violations for June ... 48:16

18d ago48:16

48:16

On episode 863 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Thomas Wasson and Rob Carpenter dive deep into infrastructure, inspections, inspiration, and sour intensity. Former FMCSA Administrator Jim Mullins kicks things off with an insider’s view of Derek Barr’s confirmation and what awaits him at an FMCSA now grappling with layoffs, tech transitions, and a weakened work…

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FMCSA Under Pressure: New Nominee, same agency, old problems. Tariffs are souring Halloween. Custom Show Trucks and Teen Crash Laws. Ingrid Brown Talks Common Violations for June 48:16

18d ago48:16

48:16

On episode 863 of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Thomas Wasson and Rob Carpenter dive deep into infrastructure, inspections, inspiration, and sour intensity. Former FMCSA Administrator Jim Mullins kicks things off with an insider’s view of Derek Barr’s confirmation and what awaits him at an FMCSA now grappling with layoffs, tech transitions, and a weakened work…

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