WHAT THE TRUCK?!?
WHAT THE TRUCK?!? is FreightWaves' irreverent award-winning podcast breaking down the biggest stories in transportation and logistics. WTT?!? is all about the people that make freight move. On the show you'll hear from founders, CEOs, VCs, truckers, brokers, and influencers. Join the industry three times a week on FreightWavesTV and podcast players everywhere.
Episodes
February 9, 2026 • 45 mins
WHAT THE TRUCK?!? is back with a packed Monday edition
Kicking off the show, Malcom sits down with Jane Jazrawy, CEO of CarriersEdge and creator of the Best Fleets to Drive For® program, to break down what top-performing fleets are doing right in 2026, how driver expectations are changing, and why culture, safety, and stability matter more than ever.
Then, Malcom is joined in studio by Joe Feeney of TMC Transportation and Preside...
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February 6, 2026 • 60 mins
Big game energy is in the air, so you already know WHAT THE TRUCK?!? is coming in hot. Malcolm kicks things off breaking down the biggest headlines in freight and logistics, then brings out a true triple threat for this episode.
Justin Turner joins to talk about what shippers, brokers, and sales teams are really dealing with right now and how companies can actually execute in a tough market. Matthew Leffler, the Armchair Attorney ...
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February 4, 2026 • 45 mins
On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Malcolm is joined by Rob Carpenter, Frankie Bates, and Diarmaid O Connor for a wide-ranging conversation on the forces shaping freight in 2026.
Rob Carpenter dives into trucking’s biggest pressure points, including the driver shortage debate, freight fraud, market accountability, and where trucking, brokers, and shippers are headed next. Then, broadcasting from across the pond, Frankie Bates a...
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February 2, 2026 • 59 mins
In this episode, Malcolm breaks down the latest industry headlines before welcoming Scott Pecoriello of WeatherOptics to unpack the real-world freight impacts of major winter storms. Helaine Rich of ePost Global joins to explain why cross-border returns are becoming a critical revenue-protection strategy in global ecommerce. Next, Akash Patel of Yellow Brick Academy and Yellow Brick Transport shares how niche markets like auto tran...
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January 30, 2026 • 45 mins
On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris delivers a packed show covering the biggest stories shaping trucking and logistics right now. From major winter weather threats hitting the East Coast to regulatory crackdowns, air cargo shifts, fraud concerns, and carrier shutdowns, Malcolm breaks down the headlines that matter most to the freight economy.The episode also features a triple-threat lineup of industry leaders:...
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January 26, 2026 • 45 mins
On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, Host Malcolm Harris welcomes Mary O’Connell to break down the real-world freight impacts of a major winter storm, from power outages to network disruptions. Then Mark Borchert from Travelers joins to unpack the 2026 freight market outlook, cargo risk, and insurance trends. Wrapping up the show, Grace Sharkey from Orderful brings insights from the retail and tech frontlines, exploring what’s rea...
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January 23, 2026 • 45 mins
On this Friday edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris breaks down the biggest stories shaping freight right now — from Winter Storm Fern threatening major U.S. freight corridors to consolidation moves and rail investments impacting the market.
Malcolm is joined by two industry heavy-hitters for a jam-packed conversation covering technology, operations, and money on the ground:
Steve Shebuski, VP of Presales at MCA ...
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January 21, 2026 • 60 mins
In this update edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris is back in the studio with a powerhouse lineup covering freight strategy, logistics tech, industry trust, and driver health — all in one jam-packed episode.The show kicks off with a fast-moving global freight headlines roundup, breaking down what matters most right now: new Tennessee trucking legislation, volatile U.S.–Mexico cross-border trade dynamics, USPS parcel c...
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January 16, 2026 • 46 mins
Host Malcolm Harris kicks off a high-impact 2026 episode covering the freight, logistics, and supply chain issues everyone in the industry is feeling right now.
Malcolm opens the show with the latest freight headlines — including Amazon last-mile closures, AI-driven DOT enforcement, major broker and carrier developments, and legal decisions that could reshape liability across the industry.
Then, the show dives into two must-hear ...
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January 14, 2026 • 46 mins
On today’s WHAT THE TRUCK?!?!, host Malcolm Harris takes a wide-angle look at the forces reshaping freight in 2026, from autonomous trucking and fleet safety to regulation, compliance, and ongoing market volatility. The episode blends breaking industry headlines with two in-depth conversations that explore where trucking is headed and what fleets need to be thinking about right now.
The show kicks off with a global freight and log...
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January 12, 2026 • 45 mins
On this Monday edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris breaks down the biggest headlines shaping the freight and supply chain world—and then sits down with three industry leaders to unpack what 2026 is already throwing at transportation professionals.
Andrew Wimer, VP of Strategic Operations at Descartes, kicks things off with a deep dive into freight tech, operational resilience, and why trust with carriers and drivers ...
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January 9, 2026 • 45 mins
On this Friday edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris breaks down the biggest stories shaping freight right now — from layoffs and carrier consolidation to aggressive DOT enforcement and tightening compliance standards — before diving into two powerhouse conversations that deliver a true blueprint for brokerage success.
First up:
Malcolm is joined by Trent Tulloh, CEO & Founder of Forever Freight Broker, for a no-nonse...
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January 7, 2026 • 45 mins
In this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris kicks off 2026 with a deep, perspective-driven conversation on what’s really happening across the freight and logistics industry beyond the headlines.
The show opens with FreightWaves cross-border reporter Noi Mahoney breaking down major policy and trade developments, including tariff delays, shifting duties, and why U.S.–Mexico freight could emerge as one of the biggest st...
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January 5, 2026 • 44 mins
Welcome to the first episode of 2026 on WHAT THE TRUCK?!?. Host Malcolm Harris kicks off the new year with an in-depth, no-nonsense conversation with Charles Gracey, often referred to as the “Dr. Phil of trucking,” to break down the biggest issues shaping the freight and trucking industry right now.
This episode covers major developments that will impact drivers, carriers, brokers, and industry leaders in 2026, including the feder...
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December 22, 2025 • 46 mins
In the final What The Truck?!? episode of 2025, Malcolm Harris sits down with one of the most genuine voices at the intersection of trucking, music, and hustle, Devin Tribble, known to fans as 2Hott.This isn’t just a conversation about freight or hip-hop. It’s a real, unfiltered story about survival, faith, discipline, and how earning a CDL became an escape route from the streets and a foundation for building something bigger.2Hott...
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December 19, 2025 • 45 mins
On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris breaks down the biggest stories shaping freight as we head toward the end of 2025. Malcolm covers major industry headlines including the pending Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern rail merger, long-term investment at the Port of New York and New Jersey, consolidation in auto transport logistics, and a high-profile cargo theft case that underscores ongoing risk across the supply ...
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December 17, 2025 • 45 mins
Welcome back to WHAT THE TRUCK?!?. Host Malcolm Harris returns for a year-end episode packed with critical insights on freight fraud, cargo theft, trucking finance, and what the industry needs to watch heading into 2026.
This episode features four powerhouse guests tackling the biggest risks and opportunities facing trucking and logistics today:
DZ Patterson, Director of Investigative Services at Travelers, breaks down the realit...
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December 10, 2025 • 45 mins
In this special festive edition of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris brings you a packed episode live from the 2026 Freight Market Summit.
First, Malcolm sits down with Sarah Abernathy, Director of Marketing and Communications at Kenworth Truck Company. Sarah shares the behind-the-scenes story of one of trucking’s most heartwarming annual traditions: hauling the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree across the country. She discusses Ke...
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December 8, 2025 • 53 mins
On this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!?, host Malcolm Harris dives into a packed lineup covering the latest issues shaping freight, technology, and trucking regulation.
We kick things off with Rudy Nemeth of Veloster Solutions, who breaks down how AI is transforming fleet management through predictive maintenance, smarter safety systems, and advanced route optimization following their recent acquisition of NextBillion.ai.
Next, Magn...
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December 5, 2025 • 46 mins
In this episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? host Malcolm Harris sits down with three industry leaders to break down the latest trends shaping freight, fleet operations, and the trailer marketplace.
First, Jake Johnson of RTA shares his journey from diesel technician to fleet success manager and explains how data, automation, and smarter technology can reduce downtime, control costs, and improve fleet performance.
Next, Corey Klujsza of ...
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