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The Freight Coach Podcast1378. #TFCP - The Capacity Purge: Earnings, AI Agents, and the Future of Freight!Are you paying attention to the right lanes, the right technology, and the right relationships in this freight market? In this episode, I break down why the Atlanta–Dallas lane remains one of the most stable in the country, holding between $1,350 and $1,450 with predictable seasonal spikes, and what that means for freight brokers managing tight margins! We also dig into how AI in freight brokerage is becoming a profitability driver, with companies like C.H. Robinson automating up to 90% of manual tasks to scale efficiently in a down market, how regulatory enforcement and falling carrier pro...
2026-02-0231 min
Design HiveHans Davis and David Lee on using AI in architectureOn this episode of Design Hive, Hans and David discuss how their team leveraged artificial intelligence (AI) tools in IdeaXchange, Stantec’s internal design innovation competition.Hans and David share firsthand insights into applying AI-driven design workflows, highlighting the practical benefits for architects and designers seeking to boost creativity, speed up project delivery, and collaborate more effectively.[JD1] In this episode, you’ll learn about:· How Hans and David got into architecture · Using artificial intelligence tools for various tasks in a digital design workflow including workplace programming, building massing, parametric façade design, and d...
2026-01-0750 min
The Future of EducationTransforming Higher Education with Data-Driven Planning and Advisory InsightsIn this special episode of the Future of Education, Jana Hartenstein, Minta Ferguson, and Alec Stover have a compelling discussion on how leveraging advisory services can revolutionize higher education planning. Jana, an architect and higher education practice leader at McMillan Pazdan Smith, Minta, director of planning and leader of MPS Advisors, and Alex, an advisory services data analyst, delve into the integration of analytics with advanced planning. Listen as this team reveals how they help institutions make informed decisions about space utilization, growth planning, and facility design.Key Points:What’s the purpose of Advisory Services?Ho...
2025-06-1720 min
The Future of EducationAI in Higher Education: Strategies, Challenges, and Success StoriesHosted by Dr. Galen DeHay, this episode dives deep into the transformative power of AI in higher education. Dr. Melissa Hortman a leader in academic innovation and digital transformation in higher education from Microsoft, explores how AI is reshaping the way we teach, learn, and lead.
Learn how AI has the power to personalize learning, create equitable opportunities, streamline operations, and give students and educators the tools to shape the future of higher education.
"Higher education institutions can't afford to wait—AI is here, transforming learning, operations, and the student experience,” says Dr. Hortman. "This is a pi...
2025-01-2246 min
The Future of EducationThe Impact of Community Colleges on Today's Workforce and Industry PartnershipsHow can community and technical colleges help solve some of the biggest challenges facing advanced manufacturing today? This episode explores how institutions are collaborating with business and industry partners to meet both current and future workforce demands, creating a skilled talent pipeline.
Dr. Galen DeHay is joined by two industry leaders: Melanie McLane, Senior HR Director at Arthrex, and Elba Lizardi, Site Director at BASF
Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions. Together, they share insights into the dynamic partnership between higher education and industry, and how colleges can customize educational programs to directly address specific manufacturing needs.
2024-12-0342 min
The Freight Coach Podcast876. #TFCMS - Is Detention Time A True Threat In Trucking!?#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.crainsgrandrapids.com/news/transportation/former-employees-sue-logistics-company-alleging-labor-law-privacy-violations/ https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21285115/detention-is-the-bane-of-drivers-and-fleets To Donate To The Make A Wish Foundation: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WalkForWishes/Make-A-WishSouthernNevada?team_id=47767&pg=team&fr_id=5522 Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share!...
2024-03-2625 minThe Freight Coach Podcast869. #TFCMS - The Great Resignation In Freight?!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! • https://www.joc.com/article/digital-broker-transfix-follows-us-shippers-deeper-ltl-trucking_20240318.html https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21284681/the-great-resignation-is-over-but-the-trucking-industrys-shortage-continues To Donate To The Make A Wish Foundation: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WalkForWishes/Make-A-WishSouthernNevada?team_id=47767&pg=team&fr_id=5522 Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share!
2024-03-1925 minThe Freight Coach Podcast864. #TFCMS - Should We Raise The Barrier Of Entry To Trucking?!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.joc.com/article/us-manufacturing-consumer-goods-spurring-growth-truck-shipments_20240313.html https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/article/21284099/truckings-reliance-on-smartphones-and-the-need-for-reliable-infrastructure To Donate To The Make A Wish Foundation: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WalkForWishes/Make-A-WishSouthernNevada?team_id=47767&pg=team&fr_id=5522 Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share!...
2024-03-1422 minThe Freight Coach Podcast824. #TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Why Is Predatory Towing Out Of Hand In Trucking?!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/article/21281638/horrible-weather-cant-stop-trucking-from-being-awesome https://www.fleetowner.com/operations/article/21281694/how-to-identify-predatory-towing-to-avoid-paying-ransom https://www.joc.com/article/ups-explore-alternatives-coyote-logistics-announces-layoffs_20240130.html Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages to separate themselves from...
2024-02-0129 min
The Future of EducationThe Value of Higher EducationIs post-secondary education still worth it? While a debate
about higher education’s value and place in society rages online, new data
reveals that equitable opportunities for students are being created from
post-secondary programs. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Jamey Rorison,
Senior Program Officer at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Dr. Rorison
is leading efforts to advance a field-driven movement to increase equitable
postsecondary value. He shares groundbreaking research on post-college outcomes
with our host, Dr. DeHay, including how post-secondary institutions can
participate in exciting new programs aimed at improving outcomes for their
students.
2024-01-1637 minThe Freight Coach Podcast762. #TheFreightCoach Morning Show - 2024 LTL Capacity, Recruiting Talent, & Bidens Supply Chain Fix?!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/article/21277928/gaskins-now-is-the-time-to-recruit-top-talent-into-trucking https://www.joc.com/article/control-us-ltl-capacity-2024-hangs-sale-yellow-terminals_20231127.html https://www.ttnews.com/articles/biden-supply-chain-council Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages to separate themselves from...
2023-11-2930 minThe Freight Coach Podcast761. #TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Trucking Social Media Influencers & Finding Shippers In 2024!!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.ttnews.com/articles/trucking-social-media-promote https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/article/21277794/clark-customer-relationship-management-keys-to-success-in-2024 Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages to separate themselves from the competition! Thank you to my sponsor: https://ww...
2023-11-2829 minThe Freight Coach Podcast694. #TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Bids Increase On Yellow, Uptick In Freight, & Should You Lease Trucks?!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21273769/in-a-complex-trucking- world-leasing-makes-sense https://www.ttnews.com/articles/estes-bid-yellow-terminals https://www.freightwaves.com/news/sequential-uptick-in-august-cass-data-but-comps-to- 2022-fall- faster?fbclid=IwAR3gsjOKiNQIWAAblKXpJ_eYoQnZkJWYtZ5GWbzyZvVUZVNywu2gMwvT5WM Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.v...
2023-09-1928 min
The Future of EducationThe Dual Enrollment Experience: Pathways to Academic SuccessLast year, around 1.4 million high school students engaged in dual enrollment coursework. In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of dual enrollment—a rising higher education trend that's reshaping the educational journey for high school students and the colleges that serve them.
Dual enrollment coursework can be transformational, and while the avenues a student takes can differ, the term generally applies to courses of study where high school students tackle college-level classes, earning both high school and college credits simultaneously.
Our guest, Dr. Davis Jenkins, is a distinguished expert on...
2023-08-2835 min
The Future of EducationCommunity College Success Measurement: A New ApproachCommunity college students often have diverse backgrounds and goals. For this reason, it has always been a challenge to evaluate a community college’s success rate. In this episode of The Future of Education, Dr. Galen DeHay talks to Dr. Laura Ullrich, a senior regional economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, about the complex topic of measuring community college success. They discuss why the current metrics used by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) are inadequate for truly evaluating a community college’s impact and Dr. Ullrich reveals some new insights from a pilot study of comm...
2023-07-3132 minThe Freight Coach Podcast632. #TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Nuclear Verdicts Rise For Truckers & Huge Court Win For Brokers?!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21269609/truck-driving-safety-should-be-a-priority-every-day https://www.ttnews.com/articles/nuclear-suits-truckers-rise https://www.freightwaves.com/news/viewpoint-court-enters-huge-win-for-freight-brokerage-industry?fbclid=IwAR1kqmEBOGIS3TLuN1DjRn9DwPuiSK8iQ0HPMWhdwrECN0nzbMmqxWIWy4M Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.v...
2023-07-2030 minThe Freight Coach Podcast582. #TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Has The Truckload Market FINALLY Hit Bottom!?#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21266766/try-selling-trucking-solutions https://www.joc.com/article/us-truckload-market-bouncing-along-pricing-bottom-analysts_20230530.html Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages to separate t...
2023-05-3129 minThe Freight Coach Podcast568. #TheFreightCoach Morning Show - New Trucking Laws & Regulations!?#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! · https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21265941/what-are-the-odds-of-these-new-trucking-regulations Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages to separate themselves from the competition! Thank you to my sponsor...
2023-05-1731 min
The Future of EducationCreating a Culture of CaringUnderstanding a community's needs starts with developing an understanding of the students who are attending the local community college. This requires elevating student voices to focus and drive reforms. In this episode, Dr. DeHay interviews Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart, President of Amarillo College in Texas. Dr. Lowery-Hart has transformed the systems and culture at Amarillo by centering them on one word: love. Join us for this uplifting and inspiring episode!
2023-04-1730 minThe Freight Coach Podcast533. #TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Morgan Stanley's Freight Outlook & Reevaluating Your Operations!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! · https://www.freightwaves.com/news/morgan-stanley-sees-freight-upcycle-nearing · https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21263625/take-the-time-to-reevaluate-your-fleets-operation Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages to separate themselves...
2023-04-1228 min
The Future of EducationProviding Access and Success for Diverse CommunitiesThe demographics of many communities are shifting. As we emerge from the global pandemic, we are witnessing trend shifts in who is attending college and who is not. In this episode, Dr. DeHay discusses the role of community colleges in providing access for diverse communities. He is joined by Dr. Maria Harper-Marinick, a Senior Fellow for the College Excellence Program at The Aspen Institute and a Guided Pathways Coach for the Texas Success Center. Dr. Harper-Marinick served the Maricopa Community College District for almost 30 years in a variety of leadership roles, including as Chancellor for the system. She is...
2023-03-1438 minThe Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Freight Tech Partners & What You Should Know!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! · https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21259890/make-your-trucking-business-easy-to-work-with Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages to separate themselves from the competition! Ditch your carrier packet, Drive more ca...
2023-02-1431 min
The Future of EducationEngaging Communities Differently to Meet Changing NeedsCommunity colleges are not strangers to change. In fact, their ability to change to meet evolving needs is built into their DNA. As population demographics shift, community college leaders must adapt their organizations to meet the emerging needs of the communities they serve. In this episode, Dr. DeHay talks with Dr. Hope Rivers, President of Piedmont Technical College, to discuss how leaders are engaging their communities differently to provide equitable access and opportunity for education.
2023-02-0133 minThe Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Freight Volume Returns But Not For Carriers?! Reducing Downtime & Diesel Supply!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/volume-is-returning-to-the-trucking-market-but-carriers-arent-feeling-it-yet?fbclid=IwAR2PTgXf5OR14Bv4YTARIQ_C17LpXhjtqnbcLYBRgI26V_8jxX_U9DCaG0E https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21258936/steps-to-reduce-truck-fleet-downtime https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-outlook-for-diesel-supply-woes-arent-going-away-soon-11674860653 Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/
2023-01-3126 min
The Future of EducationThe Future of Education TrailerWelcome to The Future of Education, a podcast brought to you by Dr. Galen DeHay, President of Tri-County Technical College, and IdeaXChange, a community forum created by McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture. In this monthly series, we invite guests who are running Post-Secondary colleges and universities to discuss the biggest issues and opportunities facing higher education. Please join us!
2023-01-3000 minThe Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Semi-Truck Maintenance, Big Layoffs, & Carriers Hope Short Lived?!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/carriers-seeing-light-at-end-of-tunnel-but-is-it-too-soon?fbclid=IwAR3qhp2gZrpBXi1L4CEZmUw72lrPRTPXEkFEqqcon9wnwIr9pMX2-jeHEG4 https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21258503/why-scheduled-truck-maintenance-is-more-important-than-ever https://www.joc.com/article/big-flexport-layoffs-offer-potential-clue-its-future-identity_20230120.html Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They a...
2023-01-2430 minThe Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - LISTENING To Truck Drivers As A New Years Resolution?!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.ttnews.com/articles/roadone-acquires-intermodal-service-provider https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21258079/new-years-resolution-listen-to-drivers https://www.joc.com/article/us-shippers-still-facing-ltl-rate-pressure-cowenafs-study_20230117.html Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages t...
2023-01-1831 minThe Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - FAA Issues Stoppage?! Truck Parking IS TOP ISSUE For Drivers!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.travelmarketreport.com/News/articles/All-US-Flights-Grounded-Due-to-FAA-Computer-Outage https://www.ttnews.com/articles/truck-parking-top-issue-drivers https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21257564/begin-the-new-year-reassessing-truck-operations https://www.freightwaves.com/news/trucking-bookkeeper-already-in-prison-for-embezzlement-sentenced-for-ppp-fraud?fbclid=IwAR0w2-wmGf6Tcpe1vxq7h7Q8PvJlY3FqHULtY4Md0iYmEffDNSPBKaz55uc Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to...
2023-01-1128 minThe Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Tender Acceptance Is At An All Time HIGH?! Trucking To Expect GAINS In 2023!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/tender-acceptance-at-all-time-high-level-for-the-holidays?j=306863&sfmc_sub=345597&l=256_HTML&u=4951399&mid=514011755&jb=19001&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=FW_Daily_1_9_23&utm_term=Tender+acceptance+at+all-time+high+level+for+the+holidays&utm_id=306863&sfmc_id=345597 https://www.fleetowner.com/operations/article/21257597/cooling-consumer-demand-recession-concerns-kick-off-2023-but-trucking-can-expect-gains https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21257554/why-its-worth-the-time-to-find-root-causes-for-truck-breakdowns Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70...
2023-01-1029 minThe Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Tips For Servicing Your Truck & More Layoffs!?#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21256816/making-service-decisions-for-old-trucks https://www.freightwaves.com/news/gao-studies-impact-of-psr-on-us-freight-rail https://www.supplychaindive.com/news/gxo-to-shutter-fort-wayne-indiana-facility/639440/ Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages to s...
2022-12-2923 minThe Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Rail Industry Must Do What?! More Layoffs? Tips For Optimizing Costs!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.freightwaves.com/news/rail-industry-must-overcome-strained-labor-relations-in-order-to-survive?fbclid=IwAR3qisaPoacd9YVkp2GFebIRt6zzZiPNyvNZEL-G-yN0OsZZatWAeqBvJeo https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21256128/four-ways-to-avoid-csa-violations https://www.dat.com/blog/how-trucking-owner-operators-can-optimize-operating-costs Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new wave f...
2022-12-1428 minThe Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Trucking Eases Recruiting!? Fleets To Ditch What?! Most Dangerous Truck Parking Spots!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.ttnews.com/articles/trucking-eases-recruitment-efforts https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21255984/fleets-must-ditch-the-earnyourstripes-mentality-for-newer-truck-drivers https://www.fleetowner.com/operations/article/21256016/heatmap-knowing-the-most-dangerous-truck-parking-hot-spots-can-help-fleets-keep-drivers-safe Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new wave for freight brokers and freight brokerages t...
2022-12-0929 min
The Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - Congress Takes Action On Rail Strike! M&A Slowdown! Plus A Salute To Truck Drivers!#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.ttnews.com/articles/signs-slowdown-ma-activity-nears-end-busy-2022 https://www.joc.com/rail-intermodal/labor/house-takes-action-avert-crippling-us-rail-strike_20221130.html https://www.fleetowner.com/equipment/article/21255555/act-research-trailer-demand-breaks-through-higher-interest-rates-weaker-economy https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21255552/a-salute-to-truck-drivers Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the n...
2022-12-0129 minThe Freight Coach Podcast#TheFreightCoach Morning Show - $100B Freight Theft Problem, Mass Firings, Winter Driving Tips, & FMCSA Proposed ELD Revisions!?#TheFreightCoach Morning Show is The TOP Transportation Morning Show is LIVE every weekday at 10:30 AM CST to breakdown THREE transportation industry headlines! Mark your calendars! https://www.fleetowner.com/perspectives/ideaxchange/blog/21255137/trucking-safety-tips-for-winter https://www.freightwaves.com/news/mass-firing-blindsides-former-ufi-employees-truck-drivers https://www.dat.com/blog/market-update-cargo-theft-balloons-into-a-nearly-100b-problem-for-carriers-shippers-and-brokers https://www.fleetowner.com/safety/article/21255122/trucking-industry-reacts-to-proposed-eld-revisions Check out my YouTube Channel for further industry insights! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjrL70IEnCfDkNaiYMar3jw Make sure to subscribe and share! Thank you to my sponsor: https://www.vhubapp.com/ They are the new w...
2022-11-2329 min
WCM's Park UpdateKOA's Convention Set to Celebrate 60 YearsKama Humphrey, KOA’s director of training and events, joins WCM's Park Update to discuss the franchise system's upcoming convention in Orlando, Fla., from Nov. 14-17. Humphrey notes that the conference will feature a variety of educational sessions, an IdeaXchange, a large expo and some exciting entertainment options. Enjoy the show!
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2022-10-2522 min
The Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithWhat's Your Plan And Why? Creating Data-Driven Facility Plans That WorkMinta Ferguson is the Director of Planning for McMillan Pazdan Smith Advisors, a division that creates customized, data-driven facility plans that guide construction and renovation projects. How does a team create the best educational environments using data? Join us for this discussion on how data-driven planning can be a valuable resource for determining financial feasibility, optimizing a building's use, efficiency, and more. Have a specific question for Minta's Advisors? Contact Us and we'll connect you with the team.
2022-05-0329 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithTransforming District Leadership and the Ed Tech LandscapeEducation has not always been thought of as an innovative space, but change is on the horizon, sparked by the disruptions of the last few years. Students are required to have a different skill set than previous generations, with technology and collaboration at the forefront of those demands. The education system has faced immense challenges recently, but with those challenges comes a great opportunity to innovate and make an even greater impact on students today. Our guest, Doug Roberts, has worked with leading ed-tech entrepreneurs and district administrators for almost 20 years, developing partnerships that improve outcomes for s...
2022-04-1333 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithThe Continuum: Education Redefined, Part 3In this final part of our three-part series on how the Continuum in Lake City, South Carolina is redefining education, we are joined by Harry Lesesne, Executive Director of the Darla Moore Foundation, and around 24:00 by Jeanette Altman, Executive Director of the Continuum. Listeners will learn more about the mission and vision of the Darla Moore Foundation--both with the Continuum and across the region. The reasoning behind the "Continuum" name is also defined, with both guests explaining what business partnerships and philanthropy were necessary to pull off this impressive and innovative facility. If you haven't he...
2022-01-1244 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithThe Continuum: Education Redefined, Part 2This is Part 2 of our 3-Part mini-series that's an in-depth exploration of the Continuum, a regional training and education center in Lake City, South Carolina. In this episode, host Ben Thompson interviews two Higher Ed leaders to discuss the college and university partnerships that make The Continuum so unique. In the first interview, Ben sits down with Ed Bethea, former interim President of Florence-Darlington Technical College and current Special Assistant to the President. Mr. Bethea has served FDTC since 1989 and was on the planning committee for the Continuum. Ben also interviews Dr. Fred Carter, President of Francis Marion University...
2021-12-2942 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithThe Continuum: Education Redefined, Part 1This is Part 1 of a 3-part mini-series on creating innovative educational environments. This series is an in-depth exploration of the Continuum, a regional training and education center in Lake City, South Carolina that provides college and career paths to students while being a local driver of social and economic success. The Continuum is a collaboration between The Darla Moore Foundation, Florence Darlington Technical College, and Francis Marion University.In this first part, host Michelle Smyth talks with two Superintendents who have partnered with the Continuum. Dr. Laura Hickson, Superintendent of Florence County School District 3, and Dr. Neal...
2021-12-2043 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithCreating Opportunity and Ownership in EducationThe Anderson Institute of Technology is a high school career and technical education program specifically designed to develop and promote student ownership. It does this in two ways: first, providing relevant programs that are both college and career ready, and secondly, allowing students to take responsibility for their own development; to own their results. It’s through that ownership that graduates from this institution learn skills, confidence, and leadership; and make meaningful impacts as adults.In this episode, Ben is joined by Dr. Bob Couch, Director of the Anderson Institute of Technology. Dr. Couch has worked in bo...
2021-09-2833 min
The Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithMayor Joe Riley on "Becoming a City of Education and Inspiration" | The Future of K-12 EducationThis is very special: for our 10th episode, we are honored to be joined by one of the most effective US Mayors in modern history.Michelle meets with Mayor Joe Riley, who served an incredible ten terms as Mayor of Charleston, South Carolina. In their wide-ranging and inspiring discussion, Mayor Riley opens up about how education functions within the larger community context, what he believes makes great communities, how to achieve excellence in design and city planning, and what has always inspired him as a leader. You don’t want to miss this candid conversation.To...
2021-08-1729 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithBecoming Beckham: Creating a 21st Century High School, with Principal Anna Dassing | The Future of K-12 EducationOpening up a brand new school building, with new staff, and new students during a pandemic is no easy feat. In this episode, Michelle went back to the school her team designed to speak with Anna Dassing, Principal of newly-opened Lucy G. Beckham High School in Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina. Helpful insights are shared about the planning process, stakeholder involvement, community buy-in and lots more. Join us for this interesting and timely episode as Beckham sets to open for year two. (This episode was recorded on-site at Lucy Beckham High!)Learn more about the Beckham B...
2021-08-1034 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithNonprofit Partners in Education with Rev. Bill Stanfield | The Future of K-12 EducationWe all know that schools can’t do it all when it comes to providing family-centered opportunities. Identifying the right nonprofits to complement educational programming is another way that educators and community leaders can partner together to address student’s needs and ultimately build stronger communities around the school. In this episode, Michelle speaks with Rev. Bill Stanfield, a Greensboro, NC native who holds a Bachelors Degree in History from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Stanfield and his wife met at Princeton Theological Seminary from which they both obtained Masters of Divinity Degrees. Stanfield was a...
2021-07-1335 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithEarly Education + Community Building with Dr. Rechel Anderson | The Future of K-12 EducationEarly Education + Community BuildingJasper County’s mission brief is “Student-centered…Future-Focused.” Many schools have similar mission statements, but how does that mission shape planning when you’re running a smaller school district? Programs in early childhood education can help foster community support while proper Capital Improvement planning can turn visions into reality. In this episode, Michelle Smyth talks with Dr. Rechel Anderson, Superintendent of Jasper County Schools in South Carolina, to dive into how early education programs can support community needs and how their integration can be supported by the community. When it works, it’s a mutually b...
2021-07-0641 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithTrailer: Summer School Series TeaserBen Thompson introduces new host Michelle Smyth, a practicing K-12 architect for MPS in Charleston, who will be inviting guests to join discussions during the "Summer School Series" of this podcast, premiering July 6th. Stay tuned for more informative episodes coming soon!
2021-07-0201 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithEquity in Education with Dr. Russell Booker | The Future of K-12 EducationIn this episode, we welcome back Dr. Russell Booker, our episode one guest, for a fresh discussion about equity.What do you think of when you hear the words equity, equality of outcome, diversity, access, and mobility? We hear these words used in politics, social settings, and in the workplace, but what does 'equity' mean in an educational context? What are the current roadblocks to equity in education? What are some of the misconceptions about how it’s achieved? Is it possible for every student to receive the resources needed to ensure successful educational outcomes?The...
2021-05-1735 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithManaging Constant Change with Superintendent Joe Pye | The Future of K-12 EducationManaging Constant Change with Superintendent Joe Pye:How does a school Superintendent stay prepared and resilient in an environment of almost constant change? In this episode, Ben talks to Superintendent Joe Pye, a visionary leader with 48 years of public education service (22 as Superintendent of Dorchester School District 2).The schools in Pye’s district have a reputation for innovation and successful student career outcomes. How does he plan what to budget for? What is his communication style in the face of constant change? What attributes have led to his district’s stability and success? “We’re at a cro...
2021-05-1139 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithMaking Sense of School Funding with CFO Mellanie Jinnette | The Future of K-12 EducationWhat’s your reaction when talking about funding for K-12 public education?Every year Americans provide around 700 billion dollars in tax revenue to fund 56 million students in 84,000 public K-12 schools across this nation. Schools have multiple revenue sources from federal and state sources. Are we utilizing those dollars to their highest potential in education?In this episode, Ben talks with Mellanie Jinnette, CFO of the school district in Chester County. Mrs. Jinnette also served in the SC Department of Education for more than 24 years. We seek to understand how schools are funded and the policy de...
2021-05-0432 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithMental Well-Being and Student Success with Dr. Jennifer Parker | The Future of K-12 Education"Schools have the largest opportunity to help children be successful,” says guest Jennifer Parker, Ph.D, LPC.K-12 students are experiencing higher levels of anxiety, depression, and trauma than ever before. The need for school mental health resources is more urgent than ever and not just from counselors, it takes a whole-school approach to effectively address student mental health. As the Director of Child, Youth and Family Initiatives for the Spartanburg Academic Movement (SAM), Parker talks from first-hand experience about the types of mental health risks students today are dealing with and how schools can create learning en...
2021-04-2733 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithReturn to Learn with Dr. Russell Booker | The Future of K-12 EducationMcmillan Pazdan Smith presents IdeaXchange: The Future of K-12 Education Podcast SeriesThe COVID-19 pandemic has not only created a health crisis but an education crisis as well. For schools to be fully prepared to “return to learn” strategic plans must be in place. Ben Thompson welcomes Dr. Russell Booker, former Superintendent for Spartanburg School District Seven, to share his insights and tips to help educators form a successful academic plan for the upcoming school year and beyond.One Acorn inspires.Contact us here!
2021-04-2030 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithSafer Schools with Dr. Joanne Avery | The Future of K-12 EducationMcmillan Pazdan Smith presents IdeaXchange: The Future of K-12 Education Podcast SeriesThere is a clear relationship between a positive school culture and a potentially higher level of school safety. A well-designed school makes the environment safe without making it look like a fortification. In this episode, Dr. Joanne Avery brings her wealth of experience as a former Superintendent to the issue of school safety. Dr. Avery led her district through the aftermath of a fatal school shooting and discusses what she learned about space design, physical protection, and communication best-practices for maintaining a safer school.
2021-04-2041 minThe Future of K-12 Education, brought to you by McMillan Pazdan SmithThe Future of K-12 Education Preview TrailerBen Thompson is a practicing architect with McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture who leads the firm’s K-12 education work across six offices and three states. As an accredited planner and advocate for student learning, Ben wants to help make a difference in elevating student and school successes. That's why he's inviting you to tune in to this new series where he'll be talking to some of the most experienced and insightful people working in education today. These subject matter experts all have a vested interest in making our schools the best places for students to learn how to...
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