Logistics Unplugged™
Logistics Unplugged is your inside look at the business of logistics, freight, and supply chain. Join industry experts, carriers, and thought leaders as they share unfiltered insights, tackle challenges, and explore the latest trends in moving goods across the globe. From transportation tips to business innovations, we uncover the stories that keep goods moving. Tune in for authentic conversations, expert advice, and a touch of humor — all designed to help make businesses better.
Episodes
In this special episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock sits down with some of the incredible women shaping the future of supply chain. Joining the conversation are Erica Orr, Training and Development Senior Program Manager, Samantha Scala, Head of Learning & Development for 3PL Services, and Tiffanie Harting, Senior Director of Client Success for Managed Logistics.
Together, they share their journeys into logistics, ...
The villains take over the mic. In this special Logistics Unplugged: Villains Takeover, The Spoiler and Gridlock crash the show and deliver their chaotic preview of the Global Produce and Floral Show.
They stir up mischief, throw shade at the heroes, and drop clues about what’s waiting on the show floor in Anaheim. With playful banter and villain-sized challenges, they set the stage for Booth 3612 — where heroes and villains collide...
In this episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock is joined by Jonathan Swart, Senior Director of 3PL and Specialized Services at BlueGrace Logistics, to unpack the current state of the market. Jonathan shares perspective on shifting demand patterns, regulatory updates, and how tariffs and consumer behavior are shaping freight movement as Q4 approaches.
The discussion goes deeper into capacity availability, the economic...
In this episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock welcomes Chris Kupillas, Vice President of Managed Logistics at BlueGrace Logistics, to break down how Managed Logistics transforms supply chains.
Chris explains how companies turn transportation from a cost center into a driver of profitability and customer satisfaction. He highlights optimization strategies like pool distribution and zone skipping, and shows how centra...
In this episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock sits down with Jason Eckhardt, Senior Director of Solutions Development at BlueGrace Logistics, to explore the real impact of freight recovery. They dig into how companies handle shipping costs, where strategies fall short, and what it takes to protect margins in a shifting market.
Jason shares stories from the field, highlights the consequences of missed costs and hidde...
In this episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock welcomes Jonathan Swart, Senior Director of 3PL Services at BlueGrace Logistics, for a candid look at where the freight market stands and where it’s headed. Jonathan revisits his summer predictions and breaks down what actually happened — from shifting capacity and steady contract rates to the ripple effects of tariffs and AI infrastructure.
They also talk through what s...
On this episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock welcomes back Jason Lockard, Senior Vice President of Managed Logistics at BlueGrace, for a breakdown of the Q4 2025 Logistics Confidence Index. The conversation focuses on how shippers are adjusting to ongoing uncertainty in the market, with many shifting to a neutral stance on inventory and order planning while holding steady on revenue expectations.
Jason shares how recen...
In this episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock talks with Christian Schmiz, People Experience Manager, about what it takes to build a workplace people want to be part of. They explore how intentional culture drives hiring, engagement, retention, and community impact.
From Halloween parties and pet food drives to employee surveys and alumni programs, the conversation highlights real ways to create meaningful connections ...
In this episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock talks with Tyler Cooper, Director of Risk Management, and Philip Lamb, Senior Claims Manager, about how risk and compliance impact freight operations every day.
They explain how to vet carriers, prevent fraud, choose the right insurance strategy, and avoid common claim pitfalls. Whether you’re just starting out or managing a national supply chain, this episode delivers pract...
On this episode of Logistics Unplugged, Brian Blalock sits down with Carly Bly, VP of LTL Pricing and Carrier Relations at BlueGrace Logistics, to break down the NMFC updates going into effect this Saturday, July 19 and what they mean for shippers, carriers, and anyone moving freight.
They explore how the new 13-tier density structure could affect pricing, liability, and customer-specific agreements, and explain why getting your NMF...
In the final installment of the Summer Shipping Series, Logistics Unplugged host Brian Blalock is joined by Jonathan Swart, Senior Director of 3PL at BlueGrace Logistics, for a conversation that looks at what’s shaping freight through the summer and beyond.
They unpack key indicators, discuss market pressures, and explore how recent developments could affect capacity and planning. Along the way, they mix in a few unexpected stories ...
In this month's Market Update, Brian Blalock catches up with recurring guest Bryce Williford to explore the latest shifts in freight, from the sudden surge in imports following the 90-day tariff pause to domestic capacity tightening as produce season moves up the coast.
They talk through how shippers are adjusting strategies, managing uncertainty and finding cost savings through supply chain optimization. They also dig into how...
Kick off Part Two of the Logistics Unplugged LTL Carrier Summit as host Brian Blalock sits down with carrier leaders from Estes, XPO, ABF Freight, and AAA Cooper. This episode highlights the strategies, relationships, and real-world experiences that keep LTL freight moving.
The guests share what it takes to build strong carrier and 3PL partnerships from trust and communication to consistency in the face of change. They reflect on th...
In the next installment of Logistics Unplugged's Summer Shipping Series, host Brian Blalock is joined by Jimmy Canzolino, Senior Director of 3PL Client Strategy at BlueGrace Logistics, for a wide-ranging conversation on summer shipping and how to prepare for the unexpected.
From hurricane season and wildfires to infrastructure impacts and flash floods, they dig into how natural disasters disrupt freight and what proactive planning a...
In this episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock sits down with Jason Lockard of BlueGrace and Scooter Sayers of Cubiscan to tackle one of the biggest pain points in LTL shipping: inaccurate weights and dimensions.
With new NMFC changes putting even more emphasis on dimensional accuracy, the pressure is on for shippers to get their freight data right. Brian, Jason, and Scooter unpack the persistent disconnect between what’...
In this month’s Market Update episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock sits down once again with Bryce Williford, SVP of 3PL at BlueGrace, for a conversation that blends timely industry insights with a few personal moments.
They break down the ripple effects of DOT Week, shifting produce patterns, and the latest developments in tariff policy. From nearshoring trends to inventory strategies, they explore where the freight ...
In this episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock sits down with Will Baker, Senior Manager of 3PL Brokerage at BlueGrace Logistics, to dig into the impact of produce season on freight.
They break down how seasonal harvests from Florida citrus to California berries drive major shifts in capacity, pricing, and carrier availability. Whether it’s managing time-sensitive flower imports or navigating multi-pick produce loads...
Get ready for a special edition of Logistics Unplugged as host Brian Blalock kicks off Part One of the LTL Carrier Summit. In this episode, we sit down with carrier leaders from Southeastern Freight Lines, Roadrunner, FedEx Freight, TForce Freight, and SAIA for candid conversations about the real-world challenges, big decisions, and evolving dynamics redefining the freight industry.
From pricing strategies and transparency to trust...
In this episode of Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock is joined by Jason Lockard, SVP of Managed Logistics, for a deep dive into the Q3 2025 BlueGrace Logistics Confidence Index®.
They explore the latest shifts in shipper sentiment, revenue forecasts, and inventory trends—especially in the wake of new tariff developments. From unexpected optimism to the growing focus on nearshoring, Brian and Jason break down what the data say...
In this month’s Logistics Unplugged, host Brian Blalock welcomes back Bryce Williford, VP of 3PL Services at BlueGrace Logistics, for a fresh look at the freight market. Bryce breaks down the latest shifts in LTL, truckload and flatbed, from spot rate trends and tariff impacts to key takeaways from the recent BlueGrace LTL Carrier Summit.
They discuss how ongoing uncertainty is shaping shipper behavior, why flexibility at the order ...
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