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The Logistics of Logistics

by Joe Lynch: Transportation, Logistics Podcaster · English · News

The Logistics of Logistics is a podcast hosted by industry expert Joe Lynch. Joe interviews founders, executives, and innovators who are shaping the future of logistics and supply chain. Topics include transportation, logistics, warehousing, technology, supply chain, and ecommerce. The Logistics of

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 57 min
Latest: 13 Oct 2026
Language: English

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13 Oct 2026 · 36 minNew

Unlocking Fleet Superpowers: The Power of the Trimble Ecosystem with Pat Gaskins and Matt Ruth

In " Unlocking Fleet Superpowers: The Power of the Trimble Ecosystem", Joe Lynch speaks with General Manager of Corcentric's Fleet Services, Pat Gaskins and Vice President of Implementation at ISAAC, Matt Ruth about how integrating in-cab telematics and automated billing with the Trimble ecosystem eliminates operational friction, optimizes fleet utilization, and boosts profitability . About Pat Gaskins Pat Gaskins is General Manager of Corcentric's Fleet Services, overseeing both sales and operations for fleet offerings. Pat and his Fleet Solutions leadership team have successfully executed…

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9 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
The P44 and LSP44 Story with Jett McCandless
In " The P44 and LSP44 Story", Joe Lynch speaks with Founder and CEO of project44 and LSP44, Jett McCandless , about how project44 and LSP44 are split to serve shippers and service providers through AI agents, global connectivity, and API infrastructure . About Jett McCandless Jett McCandless has spent 25 years inside the global supply chain, running it, not studying it. He started on the dock and in dispatch at YRC Freight, helped scale GlobalTranz past $2 billion in revenue, then founded Metafora, an Inc. 500 advisory firm. In 2014, he founded project44 on a simple bet: enterprises don't…
6 Oct 2026 · 50 min
Reinventing Fleet Efficiency: Cutting Friction in Maintenance, Routing, and Dispatch with Michael Kornhauser
In "Reinventing Fleet Efficiency: Cutting Friction in Maintenance, Routing, and Dispatch", Joe Lynch speaks with sector vice president of Trimble, Michael Kornhauser , about how integrated ecosystems, agentic AI, and smart routing technologies eliminate back-office friction and boost fleet performance across modern transportation networks . About Michael Kornhauser Michael Kornhauser is sector vice president of Trimble, leading Transportation & Logistics in North America. With more than 20 years in various leadership roles, Michael has proven to be an astute and dynamic leader with deep…
2 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
The New Supply Chain Era with Nate Shutes
In "The New Supply Chain Era", Joe Lynch speaks with Founder of Ballast and Head of Strategy for LogistiVIEW, Nate Shutes , about how the evolving landscape of AI, fractional leadership, and community support are shaping the future for supply chain entrepreneurs. About Nate Shutes Nate Shutes has 25+ years of supply chain and logistics leadership spanning Fortune 500 companies to mid-market, founder-led businesses. He is the Founder of Ballast, the private peer group for supply chain entrepreneurs and Head of Strategy for LogistiVIEW, the leading Warehouse Orchestration Software platform for…
30 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
REPOST: OCM: The New Standard for Global Imports with Century's Jim McCullen
In "OCM: The New Standard for Global Imports with Century's Jim McCullen", Joe Lynch and Jim McCullen , Chief Technology Officer at Century Supply Chain Solutions, discuss how Origin Cargo Management provides the upstream visibility and tactical control necessary to optimize global supply chains before goods ever leave the factory. About Jim McCullen Jim McCullen serves as Chief Technology Officer at Century Supply Chain Solutions, bringing over 30 years of deep expertise in logistics technology, digital transformation, and innovation. He leads global technology teams that pioneer Century's…
23 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
Future-Proofing Warehouses Against Real Estate and Labor Crunches with Adam Brown
In "Future-Proofing Warehouses Against Real Estate and Labor Crunches", Joe Lynch speaks with Senior Director, Market Intelligence at Dematic, Adam Brown , about how automation, software, and high-density storage solve the industry's toughest labor shortages and space constraints. About Adam Brown Adam Brown is a seasoned supply chain and automation leader with more than two decades of experience in material handling, warehouse execution and industrial automation. Throughout his career, he has held leadership, sales, engineering, service and market development roles at Dematic, SSI Schaefer,…
16 Sep 2026 · 55 min
Why the FMC Exists and How It Protects American Supply Chains with Laura Dibella
In "Why the FMC Exists and How It Protects American Supply Chains", Joe Lynch speaks with Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) , Laura DiBella , about how the agency regulates ocean shipping, resolves cargo disputes, and safeguards American importers, exporters, and consumers from supply chain disruptions. About Laura DiBella Laura DiBella serves as Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission, having been nominated by President Trump in September 2025, confirmed by the Senate in December, sworn in as Commissioner on January 6, 2026, and designated Chairman later that month for a…
10 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 11 min
Why the Yard is Your Supply Chain's Biggest Bottleneck (And How to Fix It) with Adam Newsome
In "Why the Yard is Your Supply Chain's Biggest Bottleneck (And How to Fix It)", Joe Lynch speaks with CEO of Lazer Logistics, Adam Newsome , about how turning the yard from an unmanaged blind spot into an optimized, tech-enabled transition zone unlocks massive supply chain velocity and cost savings. About Adam Newsome Adam Newsome is CEO of Lazer Logistics, bringing 25 years of business experience to the company's strategic vision and growth. He leads with a focus on operational excellence, disciplined execution and a people-first culture. Raised in an entrepreneurial household, Adam helped…
3 Sep 2026 · 54 min
Why the Future of Freight Has No Driver's Cab with Eyal Cohen
In "Why the Future of Freight Has No Driver's Cab", Joe Lynch speaks with Founder and CEO of Humble Robotics, Eyal Cohen , about how cabless, electric autonomous haulers are reimagining commercial logistics from the ground up. About Eyal Cohen Eyal Cohen is the Founder and CEO of Humble Robotics, an autonomous electric trucking company that recently closed a seed round and emerged from stealth with the Humble Hauler – a fully autonomous, cabless, electric Class 8 truck built from the ground up. Cohen spent his career at the frontier of autonomous vehicles and electrification: he was inside…
1 Sep 2026 · 53 min
REPOST: Scaling Logistics Innovation at Descartes Systems Group with Dan Cicerchi
In "Scaling Logistics Innovation at Descartes Systems Group", Joe Lynch and Dan Cicerchi , the General Manager of Transportation Management Solutions at Descartes Systems Group, discuss the strategic integration of trustworthy AI to enhance existing core logistics technology and solve practical pain points across the global supply chain. About Dan Cicerchi Dan Cicerchi is the General Manager of Transportation Management Solutions at Descartes Systems Group, where he leads strategy and innovation for one of the industry's most widely adopted logistics technology platforms. A seasoned…
27 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Scale or Fail: Navigating Trade Volatility for Emerging Brands with Laura Ritchey
In "Scale or Fail: Navigating Trade Volatility for Emerging Brands", Joe Lynch speaks with President and CEO of the Americas region of GEODIS, Laura Ritchey , about how emerging brands can navigate trade volatility, manage inventory, and build scalable, resilient supply chains. About Laura Ritchey Laura Ritchey joined GEODIS in July 2025 as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Americas region. Laura is responsible for overseeing the region's freight forwarding, contract logistics and transportation business units along with engineering and technology, IT, ProVenture (U.S.-based…
25 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
The Collision of Capital, Technology & Logistics with Joey Milstein
In "The Collision of Capital, Technology & Logistics", Joe Lynch speaks with Founder & Managing Partner of Gamma Point Advisory, Joey Milstein , about how the intersection of private equity, artificial intelligence, and operational execution is reshaping the future of supply chain M&A. About Joey Milstein Joey Milstein has spent more than 35 years inside the machinery of global trade, leading commercial organizations for ocean carriers, freight forwarders, and venture-backed logistics technology companies before moving to the advisory side. Having built businesses, sold technology, raised…
19 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
Eliminating EDI Headaches: Managed Integration vs. Ticket Queues with Mitch Bernet
In "Eliminating EDI Headaches: Managed Integration vs. Ticket Queues", Joe Lynch speaks with Co-Founder and Leader of Atadex, Mitch Bernet , about how fully managed EDI and API integrations eliminate operational bottlenecks, speed up customer onboarding, and drive supply chain profitability. About Mitch Bernet Mitch Bernet is the Co-Founder and Leader of Atadex, bringing decades of supply chain expertise and executive leadership to the role. Raised in Cleveland, Ohio, he earned a degree from Providence College, an MBA in Finance from Creighton University, and launched his career at Union…
13 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 7 min
The Infrastructure Autonomous Delivery Needs with Dan O'Toole
In "The Infrastructure Autonomous Delivery Needs", Joe Lynch speaks with Chairman and CEO of Arrive AI, Dan O'Toole , about why smart endpoint infrastructure is the missing link to scaling autonomous logistics. About Dan O'Toole Dan O'Toole , CEO of Arrive AI, can speak to why endpoint coordination networks and logistics software are becoming the unresolved infrastructure problem—and the most durable value driver—in commercial autonomous logistics. Drawing on clinical-grade deployment data that reveals what the market actually needs to scale, he offers actionable lessons on how these…
11 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
How Nordian's Platform Enables Long-Haul Autonomy with Michael Schramm
In "How Nordian's Platform Enables Long-Haul Autonomy", Joe Lynch speaks with Co-founder and CEO of Nordian, Michael Schramm , about how Nordian enables long-haul autonomy by combining precise positioning, satellite connectivity, and edge intelligence into a single platform. About Michael Schramm Michael Schramm is Co-founder and CEO of Nordian, the positioning and connectivity platform for Physical AI, delivering centimeter-level GNSS corrections, satellite connectivity, and fleet lifecycle management to some of the largest industrial OEMs in the Americas. A serial entrepreneur with 15+…
6 Aug 2026 · 36 min
REPOST: Trimble's Perspective: The Future of Freight is Connected with Rob Painter
In "Trimble's Perspective: The Future of Freight is Connected", Joe Lynch and Rob Painter , Trimble's President and Chief Executive Officer, discuss how Trimble connects the freight ecosystem—people, data, and workflows—to navigate the difficult truckload market and drive customer efficiency using AI and integrated commercial solutions. About Rob Painter Rob Painter became Trimble's president and chief executive officer in January 2020. From 2016 through 2019, he served as the Company's chief financial officer. Joining the Company in 2006, Painter held a variety of leadership positions,…
3 Aug 2026 · 59 min
The Fictitious Pickup Boom: How Fake Drivers Steal Freight with Jillian Kossman
In "The Fictitious Pickup Boom: How Fake Drivers Steal Freight", Joe Lynch speaks with Chief Operating Officer at IDScan.net , Jillian Kossman , about how modern fraudsters use fake CDLs to execute fictitious pickups—and how automated identity verification at the gate can stop them. About Jillian Kossman Jillian Kossman is Chief Operating Officer at IDScan.net, an identity verification firm helping businesses combat fraud and build trust in digital and in-person transactions. As COO, she leads the company's day-to-day operations, scaling processes, technology partnerships and customer…
30 Jul 2026 · 49 min
Built to Last: Inside Holman Logistics with Mike Gardner
In "Built to Last: Inside Holman Logistics", Joe Lynch speaks with President and COO of Holman Logistics, Mike Gardner , about how the company's 162-year heritage, safety-first culture, and long-term customer partnerships drive sustainable growth in today's supply chain landscape. About Mike Gardner Mike Gardner is the President & COO of Holman Logistics, a national third-party logistics company headquartered in Seattle, Washington. With a 40-plus-year career in supply chain management, Mike has held executive roles at GATX Logistics, APL Logistics, and DHL Supply Chain, previously serving…
21 Jul 2026 · 51 min
REPOST: SPS Commerce: Optimize Speed to Revenue with Wes Arentson
In "SPS Commerce: Optimize Speed to Revenue", Joe Lynch and Wes Arentson , Senior Sales Manager, Logistics at SPS Commerce , discuss how streamlining the supply chain's Order-to-Cash cycle is the key to accelerating business growth. About Wes Aretson Wes Arentson is a Sales Manager at SPS Commerce. He leads a logistics sales team focused on providing 3PLs and Carriers with tools to optimize their supply chains, connect with their partners more efficiently and make onboarding new customers easy. Wes has over 15 years of experience in supply chain and technology helping customers solve…
14 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
How to Turn Freight Data into Audit-Ready Scope 3 Reporting with Michael Rentz
In "How to Turn Freight Data into Audit-Ready Scope 3 Reporting", Joe Lynch and Michael Rentz , Chief Revenue Officer at Gnosis Freight, discuss how operational-grade logistics data automatically simplifies complex carbon compliance. About Michael Rentz Michael Rentz is the Chief Revenue Officer at Gnosis Freight. He joined the company in the Summer of 2020. Before joining Gnosis, he got his start in the industry with the South Carolina Ports Authority and Maersk. He left Maersk in 2018 to pursue his own endeavors, which eventually led him back to Charleston, SC, where he worked for…
9 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 1 min
The Problem First Approach to Warehouse Automation with Vinh Tran
In "The Problem First Approach to Warehouse Automation", Joe Lynch and Vinh Tran , Managing Director of MyBull Intelligent Machinery USA, discuss how prioritizing a facility's specific operational challenges over standard tech products leads to successful automation. About Vinh Tran Vinh Tran is the Managing Director of MyBull Intelligent Machinery USA, where he spearheads the company's North and South American strategy, commercialization, and customer deployment of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) for manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics. As the company's first U.S. employee, he built…
7 Jul 2026 · 48 min
Private Fleets Rescue Freight Brokers in 2026 with Russ Jones
In "Private Fleets Rescue Freight Brokers in 2026", Joe Lynch and Russell Jones , CEO & Co-founder of Private Fleet Net Zero, discuss how unlocking empty private backhauls provides brokers with discounted, high-quality capacity to combat fraud and skyrocketing liability. About Russ Jones Russell Jones co-founded Private Fleet Net Zero to help the 45% of trucks that are in Private Fleets with usually empty backhauls find loads from $50B+ of 3PL freight spend, leveraging his leadership of Cargo Chief, which enables 1,200+ 3PL buyers with $8B+ of spend to buy transportation capacity more…
2 Jul 2026 · 53 min
Ending the 60% Waste: The Radical Shift Trucking Needs Right Now with Erik Malin
In "Ending the 60% Waste: The Radical Shift Trucking Needs Right Now," Joe Lynch and Erik Malin , Founder and CEO of Tetro, discuss how treating trucking as a function of time, rather than miles, is the only way to eliminate the massive inefficiencies plaguing drivers and future autonomous fleets. Time is the real commodity. About Erik Malin Erik Malin is the founder and CEO of Tetro, a technology company rebuilding trucking for the autonomous era. He has spent his entire career in freight, where his conviction that the industry measures the wrong thing, miles instead of time, became the…
30 Jun 2026 · 49 min
The Broken Safety System Threatening Shippers and Brokers with Chris Burroughs
In "The Broken Safety System Threatening Shippers and Brokers," Joe Lynch and Chris Burroughs , President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), discuss the fallout from a landmark Supreme Court ruling and rising freight fraud are reshaping the logistics liability landscape. About Chris Burroughs Chris Burroughs is the President and CEO of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), a position he assumed in November 2024. With over 14 years at TIA, he previously served as Vice President of Government Affairs, overseeing legislative and regulatory efforts…
25 Jun 2026 · 56 min
The Dark Data Trap: Unlocking Logistics Documents with Tungsten Automation's Patrick Van Hull
In "The Dark Data Trap: Unlocking Logistics Documents with Tungsten Automation's Patrick Van Hull" Joe Lynch and Patrick Van Hull , Supply Chain Industry Consultant at Tungsten Automation, discuss how intelligent document processing eliminates manual data traps to drive logistics efficiency and cost savings. About Patrick Van Hull Patrick Van Hull , widely recognized as the Supply Chain Storyteller, helps organizations transform complexity into clarity. A multi-time "Top 25 Global Thought Leader and Influencer on Supply Chain" and Supply Chain Pro-to-Know, he focuses on supply chain…
23 Jun 2026 · 49 min
Electrifying the Cold Chain Without Breaking the Grid with Sam Plunkett
In "Electrifying the Cold Chain Without Breaking the Grid" Joe Lynch and Sam Plunkett , CEO of Nivalis Energy Systems, discuss how self-powered, electrified trailers can drastically cut fleet costs and emissions without overwhelming the power grid. About Sam Plunkett Sam Plunkett is CEO of Nivalis Energy Systems, where he is leading the transition away from diesel-powered refrigeration in commercial transport. Under his leadership, Nivalis is developing and deploying electrified refrigerated trailer solutions that help fleets reduce operating costs, lower emissions, and improve the…
18 Jun 2026 · 49 min
How to Predict the 2026 Intermodal Rebound with IANA's Andrew Sibold
In "How to Predict the 2026 Intermodal Rebound with IANA's Andrew Sibold" Joe Lynch and Andrew Sibold , Director of Economics and Freight Policy at the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), discuss how IANA's new predictive Intermodal Volume Index (IVI) helps logistics leaders navigate shifting market capacity and operational friction to successfully forecast the 2026 freight recovery. About Andrew Sibold Andrew Sibold is the Director of Economics and Freight Policy at the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA), where he leads market analysis, research, and economic…
16 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
REPOST: Is Your Freight Secure: The 3 Key Vulnerabilities in Freight Operations with Michael Hane
In "Is Your Freight Secure: The 3 Key Vulnerabilities in Freight Operations", Joe Lynch and Mike Hane , Director of Product Marketing for Transportation Management at Descartes Systems Group, discuss how to protect global supply chains from fragmented technology, carrier identity theft, and increasingly sophisticated cargo fraud. About Michael Hane Mike Hane is the Director of Product Marketing for Transportation Management at Descartes Systems Group. With more than 30 years of experience in transportation, logistics technology, and supply chain consulting, Mike helps organizations…
11 Jun 2026 · 51 min
REPOST: Fleet Profitability Unleashed: The Optimal Dynamics Advantage with Zach Schuhart
In "Fleet Profitability Unleashed: The Optimal Dynamics Advantage", Joe Lynch and Zach Schuchart , Senior Vice President, Head of Sales at Optimal Dynamics, discuss how decades of academic research and advanced decision intelligence are being used to automate complex logistics and maximize carrier profitability. Zach Schuchart Zach Schuchart is the Senior Vice President, Head of Sales at Optimal Dynamics. He has over 20 years of experience in the North American and European transportation industries, including roles at UPS, CHAINalytics, and XPO, he brings deep expertise and leadership to…
9 Jun 2026 · 57 min
Is Organized Tech Destroying the Small Logistics Entrepreneur with Nick Antoine
In "Is Organized Tech Destroying the Small Logistics Entrepreneur" Joe Lynch and Nicholas Antoine , Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Managing Partner of Red Arts Capital, discuss how mid-market logistics companies can leverage emerging automation and strategic "moats" to successfully survive and compete against tech-heavy enterprise giants. About Nick Antoine Nicholas Antoine is the Co-Founder, Co-CEO, and Managing Partner of Red Arts Capital, a private equity firm he co-founded in 2015 - at age 26 - to invest exclusively in supply chain and logistics businesses. A Princeton graduate, Nick began his…

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