The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast
Episodes
89 | 10 Things to Do After Landing Retail Shelf Space
26 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
You have a new retail customer – Congrats! But what happens next? How do you successfully get your product on the shelf? What do you need to know ab...
The $1 Billion Beverage Season Problem Nobody Talks About
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Summer beverage season is one of the biggest opportunities (and biggest stress tests) for CPG brands. In this episode, the Zipline Logistics team brea...
87 | The Real Way Social Media Drives Retail Velocity for CPG Brands
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Social media isn’t just a marketing channel for CPG brands, it’s a retail growth engine. But most brands are playing the wrong game. In this episo...
86 | Freight Never Stops, But Should You? Mental Health in Supply Chain
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of TRUCK YEAH!, we sit down with Jamie Rogerson of Lululemon to tackle a topic that doesn’t get enough attention in logistics: menta...
85 | 2026 Q2 Freight Market Forecast
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in for a 2026 Q2 freight market update breaking down capacity vs. demand, rate outlooks, and what shippers can expect heading into produce season...
84 | The Power of Content in Logistics: Helping CPG Brands Scale Smarter
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most 3PLs rely on sales calls and industry jargon to reach shippers. But what happens when a logistics company treats content like a strategic advanta...
83 | Dominating Drop Trailer Deliveries
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
When supply chain chaos hits—whether from seasonal peaks, unexpected surges, or a warehouse that’s bursting at the seams—CPG brands need options...
82 | How to Spot (and Avoid) a Love-Bombing Logistics Partner
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
There are tons of general 3PLs out there who bait CPG brands by selling a dream that promises not only the best rates but the best service, too. Some ...
81 | Leveraging AI & Robotics to Optimize Supply Chains
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it really take to run a $250M fulfillment network that powers billions of mailpieces, survives peak season chaos, and still ranks #1 in effi...
80 | What CPG Brands Get Wrong About Warehousing and How to Fix It
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Vice President of River Plate, Inc., Leo Rodriguez, breaks down what CPG brands really need to understand about warehousing and fulfillment strategy a...
79 | 2026 CPG Logistics Industry Predictions
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Your 2025 Supply Chain Wrapped is here, plus expert predictions on where the freight market is headed in 2026 and beyond. Tune in and stay ahead of th...
78 | "Put it in reverse, Terry!" (Reverse Logistics for CPG Brands)
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every CPG brand wants their products flying off the shelf…but what about what comes back? Let’s talk reverse logistics: the secret to saving money...
77 | Diagnosing Supply Chain Health via Cadence Tracking
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is your supply chain calmly vibing or silently screaming for help? One of the easiest ways to find out is by tracking your order cadence — AKA the h...
76 | CPG Tradeshow Tea with Zipline Sales Reps
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered about what CPG shows like Expo West, Newtopia Now, or SFA Fancy are like from the inside? Zipline Logistics sales reps, Tyler Mathews an...
75 | Collaborative Partnerships with David Commiskey
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Commiskey, CEO of Zipline Logistics, joins us to talk all things partnership, growth, and creating winning logistics strategies for CPG brands. ...
74 | The Costco Effect
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Teddy and Jesse are joined by Krista Winner, a local business owner, soccer mom, and Costco enthusiast to chat about The Costco Effect. From bul...
73 | Tips for Navigating Christmas Tree Season
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s nearly that time of the year! This holiday season, between 25 to 30 million Christmas trees will be piled onto flatbeds and make their way to ...
72 | 2025 Q4 Freight Market Update & Predictions
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode dives deep into the freight market variables at play heading into 2025 Q4. Hosts Teddy Lee Knox and Jesse Juett are joined by special gue...
71 | Optimizing LTL Deliveries with a Niche Go-to Market Strategy
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Curtis Garrett makes his third appearance on the show to talk go-to market LTL strategy for niche 3PLs like Zipline. “If I think back through the ye...
70 | Shipping to Target: Everything CPG Brands Need to Know
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Target Corporation is a big player in the retail space. With over 1,900 locations in the United States alone, the store is a household name and its sh...
69 | UNFI System Outage from Cyberattack: Key Takeaways for CPG Brands
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At the beginning of June 2025, UNFI was hit by a cyberattack and was forced to shut down its entire network to contain the incident. The outage preve...
68 | The True Value of a 3PL in Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Transportation
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Teddy and Jesse are joined by the CEO of rateHERO, Curtis Garrett, to discuss the value LTL shippers can tap into by partnering with a third par...
67 | Beat the Back-to-School Rush with Strategic Logistics
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Last year, back-to-school (BTS) sales totaled a whopping $35 billion, cementing BTS as the second largest retail season behind the holidays. This year...
66 | 2025 Q3 Freight Market Updates & Predictions
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Zipline Logistics TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, hosts Jesse Juett and Teddy Lee Knox welcome back Andrew Lynch, President and Founder of...
65 | Shipping to Sam's Club: Everything CPG Shippers Need to Know
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scoring Sam’s Club as a retail partner can be a game-changer for CPG brands. With its massive member base and national reach, landing shelf space at...
64 | Tariffs in 2025: Everything CPG Shippers Need to Know
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Zipline Logistics TRUCK YEAH! podcast, Jesse Juett and Teddy Lee Knox are joined once again by Co-Founder and President, Andrew...
63 | Potential Impact of Tariffs on the LTL Market with Curtis Garett, CEO of rateHERO
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Zipline Logistics Podcast, hosts Jesse Juett and Teddy Lee Knox dive into one of the most pressing topics facing CPG supply cha...
62 | How to Win More Shelf Space During Beverage Season
12 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Summer is heating up — and so is demand in the beverage industry. In this episode of TRUCK YEAH!, we break down what peak beverage season really mea...
61 | How to Track KPIs and Stand Out to Retail Buyers
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the biggest retailers in the game like Walmart, Costco, and Amazon only grow in market share, how can small and mid-sized CPG brands stand out from...
60 | How to Avoid Freight Freeze Damage in Cold Temperatures
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
January 2025 endured the coldest temperatures in the Lower 48 since 1988. It’s been a brutal one to say the least. Were your shipments equipped to e...
59 | 2025 Q2 Freight Market Update & Predictions with Andrew Lynch
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in for the latest updates in the CPG/retail freight market: tariffs, dockworker strikes, inflation, blitz weeks, and more. Zipline Logistics Pres...
58 | How to Dominate the Shelf This Produce Season
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Produce season can impact CPG shippers when carriers begin devoting trucks to moving high crop volumes. This additional volume can tighten capacity, d...
57 | Shipping to Walmart: Everything CPG Brands Need to Know
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you recently scored a purchased order (PO) from Walmart, congratulations! You must be super excited. But you may also be wondering how you’ll ge...
56 | Shipping to Aldi: Everything CPG Shippers Should Know
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Whereas most retailers leave it up to suppliers to coordinate transportation with carriers, Aldi is completely different. They actually own the relati...
55 | NMFC Updates CPG Shippers Should Know in 2025
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The NMFTA issued several NMFC changes that went into effect over the last year or so. To help simplify an overwhelming amount of information and chang...
54 | Port Strike Averted: What CPG Shippers Need to Know
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A potential crisis at U.S. East and Gulf Coast ports has been averted as the International Longshoremen’s Association and U.S. Maritime Alliance re...
53 | 2025 Freight Market Updates and Predictions with President Andrew Lynch
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
“Going into the fourth quarter, we started seeing small signs of a more balanced market than we have in two years,” reports Andrew Lynch, Presiden...
52 | Shipping Candy: Everything CPG Shippers Need to Know
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Please welcome Gary Davis, President & CEO of All-State Food Brokerage (ASB), a leading food brokerage for the snack food and sweets category. Gar...
51 | Top Food and Beverage Shows for CPG Brands
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Teddy and Jesse are here to talk all things trade shows/conferences for food & beverage brands. Tune in to learn: What you can expect at these sho...
50 | Trucking Never Stops: The Crossover Between CPG Logistics and Bulk Transportation
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've got Teddy's dad and VP of Waterloo Coal Company, Larry Darlington, on the podcast to talk about the challenges of trucking! Although we play in ...
49 | Chris Jolly #TheFreightCoach: "Not All Brokers Are Bad"
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“We all know there’s a stigma out there that freight brokers are bad, right?” says Chris Jolly, Host of Coffee w/#TheFreightCoach Podcast and Fo...
48 | Shipping to HEB: Everything CPG Shippers Need to Know
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Scored a purchased order (PO) from HEB? Congratulations! You must be super excited. But you may also be wondering how you’ll get the shipment ther...
47 | Why Finding A Niche Market in Logistics is Crucial for Success
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Teddy and Jesse were joined by Colby Varley, VP of Sales at Advanced Transportation Services (ATS), for a conversation regarding niche logistics speci...
46 | Celebrating our 2024 Top Carrier Partners on 10-4 Day
04 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Zipline Logistics is proud to once again be celebrating our valued carrier partners on “10-4 Day”! This episode features Zipline’s West Coast Ca...
45 | 2024 Q4 Freight Market Update and Predictions with Logan Smith, Carrier Rep
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Please welcome Zipline Logistics Carrier Rep Logan Smith to the mic for a conversation around the state of the freight market and what shippers can ex...
44 | Top 20 Most Common Accessorial Charges For CPG Shippers
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Accessorial charges are fees added to a freight bill for additional services that the carrier might provide. These charges will oftentimes be assesse...
43 | Why Exceptional Customer Service Matters So Much in Logistics
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Customer service in logistics is an often-overlooked aspect of a provider’s capabilities. But, in today’s competitive landscape, the importance of...
42 | Hack for Increasing ROI: Choose Quality Service Over Cheap Rates for Your RFP
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to choosing a carrier, isn’t getting the cheapest rate on your RFP the most important thing? It’s not quite so simple. Zipline’s p...
41 | Dispatch Diaries with Jake Shaw, Zipline East Region Carrier Sales Rep
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jake Shaw in da house!!!! In this episode, Jake shares: What our carrier partners are feeling and experiencing in the market right now Jake’s approa...
40 | How to Adjust Your Business Growth Strategy to Match Market Dynamics
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Please welcome special guest Cody Berenson, VP of Operations and Services at Siddhi Capital, for a great conversation about adjusting your business gr...
39 | UPS Sells Coyote Logistics for over $1B in Cash: What does this mean for CPG shippers?
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got President Andrew Lynch on the mic to shed some light on UPS’s recent sale of Coyote Logistics to RXO. UPS announced on June 23, 2024 tha...
38 | Q3 Freight Market Update and Predictions with Niki Pardi, Assistant Director of Operations
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Please welcome Niki Pardi, Assistant Director of Operations at Zipline, to the mic for our usual quarterly update episode. Hosts Teddy and Jesse talk ...
37 | How to Prepare for CVSA Blitz Weeks: International Roadcheck, Operation Safe Driver, and Brake Safety Week
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) conducts several "blitz week" checks every summer in order to keep the roadways safe and efficient. Thes...
36 | 5 Ways to Recoup Near-Expired Food & Beverage Products
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Food and beverage manufacturers are often faced with figuring out what to do with product that is near-expired in terms of its “sell by,” “use b...
35 | How a Freight Broker Works: Everything You Need to Know About the Life of a Load
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Before you decide to work with a third-party logistics (3PL) broker, understand how the relationship will look and function. What exactly will a freig...
34 | Steer Clear of "Love Bombing" 3PLs with Guest Tyler Mathews, Sales Representative
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got special guest Tyler Mathews, Zipline Sales Representative, on the podcast to coach CPG brands on spotting the early signs of “love bombi...
33 | Protecting High Value Loads (HVL) Against Cargo Theft
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you moving high value (HVL) shipments and experiencing increased theft? You’re not alone. Cargo theft is at an all-time high, with stolen ...
32 | The 8 Most Common Logistics Pain Points and How to Solve Them
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What’s your problem? In this episode, Teddy and Jesse dive head first into the 8 most common logistics pain points that CPG shippers run into and ho...
31 | Q2 Freight Market Predictions with Katie McGovern, Zipline Logistics Senior Director of Operations
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Interested to know if the freight market will flip anytime soon? Your hosts, Jesse and Teddy, sit down with their friend and colleague of 12+ years, K...
30 | Dispatch Diaries with Carrier Sales Account Executive Jordan Francis: Carrier Partner Insights and Stories
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Please welcome Zipline Logistics Carrier Sales Account Executive, Jordan Francis, to the mic! In this episode, Teddy and Jesse get the 411 from Jordan...
29 | Why Zipline Logistics Invests in Tradeshows Like Natural Products Expo West
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We got President Andrew Lynch on the mic today!! In this episode, Andrew and your host Teddy discuss all things retail tradeshows: why to go, what you...
28 | LTL Freight Classes FAQ: Everything CPG Shippers Need to Know
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's a LOT to know about shipping LTL, like freight classes, NMFC codes, and how rates are determined. If you're not sure where to start, your host...
27 | Shipping Carbonated Beverages: Everything You Need to Know
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Your hosts, Teddy and Jesse, are bursting with excitement to give you the 411 on all things carbonated beverages in this episode. Even if you’ve nev...
26 | Logistics Terms Every Pro Should Know: A Supply Chain Glossary
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every industry has its own set of terms that are exclusive to the space. To an outsider, they may seem like a foreign language -- and logistics is no ...
25 | 2024 Freight Market Predictions with President of Zipline Logistics, Andrew Lynch
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to hear Zipline Logistics President, Andrew Lynch, reveal his 2024 freight market predictions, tailored for CPG brands. Andrew dives into his ...
24 | Freight Recessions and The Evolution of Freight Brokerages
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Teddy and Jesse discuss the freight recession we've been experiencing following the freight boom the COVID-19 pandemic caused. They a...
23 | Shipping into CVS: Everything CPG Brands Should Know
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're talking all things CVS today! CVS has over 9,000 locations across every state in the U.S., so a deal with CVS can bring a lot of exposure and re...
22 | What We're Thankful for at Zipline Logistics
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Thanksgiving, truckers!! In this special episode, Teddy and Jesse give thanks to everyone behind the scenes at Zipline Logistics for all that th...
21 | Con Voyage: What Convoy's Shutdown Entails with Zipline Logistics President Andrew Lynch (BONUS EPISODE!)
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
BONUS EPISODE! Convoy Inc. recently announced it will be closing down its core business operations due to the massive freight recession we have been e...
20 | 6 Ways To Prepare Your Supply Chain for Holiday Disruption
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
During the holiday season, we usually see tighter capacity and slightly higher rates as shipping volumes increase. This can lead to service failures, ...
19 | Protect Your Shipments From Freezing While in Transit
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s obvious that liquid products are susceptible to damage during transit in cold temperatures, but others you may not think of are also at-risk: l...
18 | Shipping into Walgreens: Everything CPG Shippers Need to Know
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Teddy and Jesse spill the tea on everything CPG shippers need to know about delivering into Walgreens. They cover all things appointm...
17 | Celebrating Our 10-4 Day Top Carrier Partners with Senior Director of Carrier Sales Rick Althoff
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the TRUCK YEAH! podcast, we welcome Zipline Logistics Senior Director of Carrier Sales, Rick Althoff, to the mic to reveal our 2023...
16 | Quick Tips for CPG Brands Shipping to Costco
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As one of the leading retailers in the world in both volume and customer satisfaction, Costco shelf space is premium realty for any CPG brand looking ...
15 | Scott Jensen, CEO of Rhythm Superfoods: Advice for CPG Brands as They Scale
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Please welcome Scott Jensen, Co-Founder and CEO of Rhythm Superfoods, to the mic! Long time friend and client of Zipline’s, Scott dives deep into hi...
14 | Yellow Corporation Shuts Down: How CPG Shippers May Be Impacted
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
News about the LTL trucking giant, Yellow Corporation, has been dominating headlines since Yellow announced its closure on July 3oth, 2023. The 99-yea...
13 | VP of Encova Insurance on Everything CPG Shippers Should Know About Insurance
08 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Please welcome special guest, VP and Business Director of Commercial Lines at Enconva Insurance, Eric Harmon! A long time friend of Teddy's and an exp...
12 | Footwear Brands: Maximize Gross Profit with On-Time Delivery
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, your hosts Jesse and Teddy discuss how footwear brands can leverage logistics to maximize gross profit and...
11 | 2023 Q3 Freight Market Update
11 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, your hosts Jesse and Teddy dish the inside scoop on the freight market. We’re talking inflation, diesel ...
10 | The Story of Zipline with COO and Co-Founder J.J. Rodeheffer
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zipline Logistics COO and Co-Founder J.J. Rodeheffer guest stars in this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast to tell the story of Zipline's inception. ...
9 | Prepare Your Supply Chain for Hurricane Season
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, Jesse and Teddy discuss what CPG shippers can expect this hurricane season and how to bulletproof your sup...
8 | Get Ready For Beverage Season 2023
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, your hosts Jesse and Teddy dive deep into what shippers should expect and prepare for this beverage season...
7 | Protect Your Shipments from Cargo Theft
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, your hosts Teddy and Jesse discuss a hot topic in the logistics industry: cargo theft. The duo dive into w...
6 | BONUS EPISODE: Why the TRUCK YEAH! button and podcast?
09 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this super short bonus episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, your hosts Teddy and Jesse explain why we started the podcast and what's up with the TRU...
5 | Save Money, Miles, and Madness with Freight Consolidation
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, your hosts Jesse and Teddy welcome special guest Andrew Lynch, President of Zipline Logistics, to talk all...
4 | Leveraging Shipper Intelligence Technology on Retail Deliveries
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, your hosts Jesse and Teddy sit down with Zipline Logistics Executive Director of Innovation, Dustin Verdin...
3 | 2023 Q2 Freight Market Update
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, your hosts Jesse and Teddy dish the inside scoop on the freight market. We’re talking inflation, diesel ...
2 | What CPG Shippers Can Expect This Produce Season
21 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, your hosts Jesse and Teddy dive head first into produce season. The duo reveal insights from CPG retail lo...
1 | Mental Health Matters
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the very first episode of the TRUCK YEAH! Podcast, your hosts Jesse and Teddy dive into a topic that isn't always easy to talk about, especially in...