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Talking Transports

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American Trucking Associations
Freight Transportation
Logistics
USMCA
Transportation Intermediaries Association
Sustainability
Railroads
Iran
Israel
Tariffs
Minor Bulk Trades
Shipping Industry
Russia-Ukraine War
Dry Bulk Market
Supply Chain
Flexport
Schneider National
Trucking Market
Freight Brokerage
Tucker Company Worldwide

Talking Transports by Bloomberg Intelligence features forwarding thinking conversations with analysts, executives and entrepreneurs that are shaping the future of the freight transportation industry. The focus will be on trucking, railroads, ocean and air freight markets and everything in between.

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Market participants and investors appear optimistic that federal initiatives can drive out slack trucking capacity and ignite a prolonged rate recovery. The Bloomberg Intelligence truckload peer group is up 18% year to date vs. a 1% gain for the broa... more

Knight-Swift’s CEO Adam Miller joins Lee Klaskow, Bloomberg Intelligence senior transportation and logistics analyst for a fireside chat at SMC3’s JumpStart 2026 Conference in Atlanta on this episode of Talking Transports podcast. Miller explains why... more

Rising “nuclear verdicts,” broker liability and landmark court cases are reshaping the economics of trucking and logistics. In this Talking Transports podcast, Matthew Leffler, managing member of Armchair Attorney, joins Lee Klaskow, Bloomberg Intell... more

Geopolitical developments from the US, increased protectionist policies, Red Sea risks and regional wars have created a climate of unprecedented uncertainty for the global containerliner industry. In this Talking Transports podcast, Joe Kramek, the p... more

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Recent Guests

George Henry
CEO and one of the three owners of USA Truck
USA Truck
Episode: USA Truck on the Industry’s Road to Recovery
Matthew Leffler
Managing member of Armchair Attorney and legal commentator on supply chain issues.
Armchair Attorney
Episode: Law, Liability and Freight’s Biggest Risks
Joe Kramek
President and CEO of the World Shipping Council
World Shipping Council
Episode: What’s on the Horizon for Containerliners?
Jett McCandless
CEO of Project 44, advisor to top US government bodies, and entrepreneur
Project 44
Episode: AI, Speed and the Future of Supply Chains
Sal Mercogliano
Maritime historian, educator, and former merchant mariner
Campbell University
Episode: Finding Out What’s Going On With Shipping
Harish Abbott
Co-founder and CEO of Augment, an AI productivity platform for logistics.
Augment
Episode: How Augment’s AI Engine Helps Supply Chains
Louis Sola
Former Chairman and Commissioner of the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission
Thorne Run
Episode: Maritime Perspectives From Former FMC Chair
Judy McReynolds
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ArcBest with over 30 years of experience in transportation and logistics.
ArcBest
Episode: McReynolds on Freight, Tech and Leadership
John Bressler
Vice President of Government Relations at the American Association of Port Authorities (AAPA)
American Association of Port Authorities
Episode: Marine Ports, Policy and Progress With AAPA

Host

Lee Klaskow
Host of Talking Transports and Senior Freight Transportation Logistics Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Freight matters

    I love this podcast and so will you if care about the freight markets and how they relate to investing and companies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darrenmd1
    United States6 months ago
  • Great!!!

    Great conversation about what matters in transports. Keep up the good work?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Transport L
    United States6 months ago
  • Very informative

    This is the quintessential transportation podcast. It covers all aspects of transportation. Lee is a great interviewer. I love hearing all the book recommendations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Transportations
    United States6 months ago
  • Listen, Learn and Enjoy

    Great guests and excellent interviews. Listen, learn and enjoy. Thank you Logistics Lee!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ListenLearnGrow
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Show

    Found this by accident- was mentioned by Paul Sweeney on Bloomberg Radio. I’m not in the industry but believe transport really tells you what’s going on in the economy. Lee gets some great guests including industry leaders, smaller firms and top Wall Street analysts. Glad I found it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NYPauly
    United States2 years ago

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The host is praised for adeptly steering conversations, leading to engaging and informative interviews on complex topics.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions that provide a comprehensive view of the freight transportation industry.
The analysis is often considered relevant and timely, reflecting current challenges and innovations in logistics.
Many find the guests to be knowledgeable, adding value with their perspectives on industry trends and market dynamics.

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USA Truck on the Industry’s Road to Recovery
Q: Are your customers coming to you and saying, we'd like to negotiate the contracts earlier to get ahead of higher rates?
Yes, we're seeing a mixed reaction, with some customers moving earlier to negotiate contracts while others remain cautiously optimistic.
USA Truck on the Industry’s Road to Recovery
Q: You said you're densest on the I-35 corridor?
Our heavy density from an asset perspective is east by 35, north and south and everywhere in between.
USA Truck on the Industry’s Road to Recovery
Q: Can you talk about what is the company now, and talk about your businesses, the markets that you serve?
USA Truck has remained a major asset player in the North American market with a significant fleet and diversified service offerings, similar to its previous public structure.
Knight-Swift CEO on LTL, Cycles and Scale
Q: What piece of advice would you give college grads looking to get into the freight transportation world?
Miller advises new graduates to learn as much as possible, work hard, and build leadership skills throughout their careers.
Knight-Swift CEO on LTL, Cycles and Scale
Q: How do you expect to get over the finish line of building a national LTL network? Is it through acquisitions, partnerships, or organic growth?
Miller states that they are currently focusing on developing existing terminal networks but are open to acquisitions while ensuring they don't stretch their balance sheet too much.

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Conversations center around the freight transportation industry, encompassing trucking, railroads, ocean and air freight markets, and their interconnectedness. Various episodes feature experts discussing current trends, technological innovations, regulatory challenges, and economic factors that impact the logistics sector. Noteworthy topics include the integration of AI within supply chains, geopolitical risks influencing shipping practices, and sustainability initiatives aimed at modernizing the industry. The diverse roster of guests includes industry leaders and analysts, providing a comprehensive view of the evolving landscape of transportation and logistics.

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Recent guests on Talking Transports include:

1. George Henry
2. Matthew Leffler
3. Joe Kramek
4. Jett McCandless
5. Sal Mercogliano
6. Harish Abbott
7. Louis Sola
8. Judy McReynolds

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