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What if adding LTL freight to your brokerage could be one of the easiest ways to grow your business, land new shippers, and become more valuable to your existing customers? In this episode of Tell Me Everything, we’re coming to you from Kansas City with Jacob Ward of Tallgrass Freight Co. to break down everything you need to know about Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipping. And when I say break it down, I mean REALLY break it down. I’ve spent years in the freight brokerage industry, but LTL has always been one of those things I understood on the surface without really knowing the ins and outs. So I asked Jacob, who has 23 years of experience in LTL transportation, to explain it all. We get into how LTL actually works, how freight brokers can start selling it, what shippers are looking for, and why adding LTL to your services could open doors you didn’t even know existed. We also talk about what Tallgrass Freight Co. is building behind the scenes, including its new LTL platform, direct carrier relationships, and tools designed to make quoting, managing margins, and shipping LTL easier for freight agents. WHAT WE COVER: • LTL 101: What is less-than-truckload shipping, and how does it work? • LTL vs. FTL: Understanding the differences and opportunities for freight brokers. • How to start selling LTL freight, even if you’ve only worked in full truckload. • Why LTL can be an easier way to get your foot in the door with new shippers. • How to find niche shippers and grow alongside their businesses. • Understanding freight classes, NMFC codes, density calculations, and product catalogs. • Common LTL shipping mistakes that lead to freight claims and unexpected charges. • Why packaging matters when freight moves through multiple terminals. • The benefits of working with regional LTL carriers. • How Tallgrass Freight Co. is building its LTL technology, carrier network, and agent education programs. • Why becoming a supply chain problem solver is more valuable than simply selling freight rates. ABOUT TALLGRASS FREIGHT CO. Tallgrass Freight Co. is expanding its LTL capabilities with a new platform designed to help independent freight agents quote shipments, manage margins, access competitive carrier rates, and better serve their customers. With a focus on education, technology, and agent support, Tallgrass is helping freight agents expand their service offerings and grow their businesses. Interested in learning more about becoming a Tallgrass Freight Co. agent? Email: [email protected] JOIN ME AT MANIFEST! Manifest is one of my favorite supply chain and logistics conferences, bringing together professionals across freight brokerage, trucking, warehousing, technology, and global transportation. I’ll be there in Las Vegas this February! Visit my website for a $200 discount code: www.manifestvegas.com/tme

What REALLY happens after a business gets hacked? And did you know some ransomware criminals actually have CUSTOMER SERVICE departments to help victims recover their stolen data? Welcome back to Fraud Girl Friday on the Tell Me Everything Podcast! In this episode, Danielle Spinelli sits down with Patterson Cake, Director of Incident Response at Black Hills Information Security, live from the NMFTA Cybersecurity Conference in Long Beach, California. We’re going beyond cybersecurity prevention and getting into what happens AFTER a cyberattack. From ransomware negotiations and stolen data to criminals targeting children’s hospitals, Patterson shares what it’s really like responding to some of the most devastating cyber incidents. And trust me, some of these stories are absolutely WILD. THE BUSINESS OF CYBERCRIME Cybercriminals aren’t always operating alone in a dark room somewhere. Some ransomware groups function like actual businesses, complete with recognizable names, payment negotiations, customer support, and even services designed to help victims recover their encrypted files. But here’s the catch: Paying the ransom doesn’t guarantee your business is safe. Patterson explains how ransomware groups operate, why they target certain businesses, and how double extortion allows criminals to demand payment not just to restore systems, but to prevent stolen information from being publicly exposed. WHEN CYBERATTACKS BECOME LIFE-THREATENING One of the most shocking moments in this conversation involves Patterson’s experience responding to a ransomware attack against a children’s hospital. When the attackers were informed that children’s lives could be at risk, their response was simple: Pay the ransom faster. It’s a reminder that cybercrime isn’t just about stolen money or compromised data. Sometimes the consequences are much bigger. WHAT DOES THIS HAVE TO DO WITH FREIGHT FRAUD AND CARGO THEFT? Everything. In the transportation and logistics industry, cyberattacks can create opportunities for strategic cargo theft, identity fraud, fraudulent pickups, and financial losses. A compromised email account can give criminals access to legitimate conversations, shipment details, pickup information, and trusted business relationships. And sometimes the email that tricks you really DOES come from someone you know. The problem? Their account has already been compromised. THE BIGGEST TAKEAWAY? Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT problem. It’s a business risk, a financial risk, and in the logistics industry, a supply chain security risk. Whether you’re a freight broker, trucking company, shipper, or business owner, understanding how cybercriminals operate is one of the first steps toward protecting your business. ABOUT FRAUD GIRL FRIDAY CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST: PATTERSON CAKE Want to learn more about cybersecurity, ransomware prevention, or how to protect your business from cyber threats? Patterson Cake is the Director of Incident Response at Black Hills Information Security, where he specializes in helping organizations navigate cyberattacks, ransomware incidents, and cybersecurity crises. Connect with Patterson and explore the cybersecurity education and resources available through Black Hills Information Security. Connect with Patterson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pattersoncake/ Learn more about Black Hills Information Security: https://www.blackhillsinfosec.com/

Is 2026 the year the freight industry finally hits the RESET button? Between major freight brokerage consolidation, rising insurance costs, cargo theft, changing shipper expectations, and increasing broker liability, the transportation industry is experiencing some significant changes. On this episode of Tell Me Everything, host Danielle Spinelli sits down with longtime logistics industry friend Chris Sonnek, who brings eight years of freight brokerage experience, to talk about what’s REALLY happening in trucking and logistics in 2026. And honestly? Some of these changes might be exactly what the industry needed. We’re talking about everything from the C.H. Robinson and RXO acquisition news to why freight brokers need to rethink carrier selection, why shippers are demanding more transparency, and why rising freight rates aren’t necessarily a bad thing. WHAT WE’RE TALKING ABOUT: The C.H. Robinson & RXO News: What could major freight brokerage consolidation mean for technology, automation, carriers, and customers? 2026: The Freight Market Reset: After years of extreme market swings, are we finally seeing the industry return to a healthier balance? Carrier Vetting & Cargo Theft: Why knowing WHO is actually picking up your freight has become more important than ever. The Montgomery Ruling & Broker Liability: Why freight brokers are taking another look at their carrier selection procedures, documentation, and risk management practices. The Freight Brokerage Training Problem: Have we become too dependent on technology while forgetting how to actually train the next generation of freight brokers? Freight Rates, Fuel & Insurance: Why higher transportation costs aren’t always bad and how insurance premiums could reshape the trucking industry. Relationships Over Transactions: Why successful freight brokers are becoming supply chain partners instead of simply finding trucks and quoting rates. Technology & Automation: Where AI and logistics technology can make a difference—and why technology alone won’t solve every problem. THE BIG QUESTION: Is 2026 just another challenging year in freight, or is it the beginning of a much-needed industry reset? Chris and Danielle share their perspectives on what’s changing, what needs to change, and what freight brokers, motor carriers, and shippers should be thinking about as we head into 2027. Whether you’re a freight broker, trucking company owner, carrier sales representative, logistics executive, or shipper, this conversation is for YOU. HEADING TO MANIFEST VEGAS? Tell Me Everything listeners can save $200 on registration. Manifest brings together shippers, freight brokers, carriers, and supply chain technology leaders for networking, education, and industry conversations. Grab your discount through the Tell Me Everything website: www.tellmeeverythingpod.com/manifest-discount THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR — TALLGRASS FREIGHT CO. Looking for a new home for your freight brokerage business? Tallgrass Freight Co. supports independent freight agents looking to grow their businesses. Learn more email: [email protected]

What if hackers were inside your freight company’s email for MONTHS, and nobody knew? Cybercriminals aren’t just stealing passwords anymore. They’re watching conversations, learning how your business operates, and waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike. And when it comes to freight fraud and cargo theft, that’s a BIG problem. In this episode of Tell Me Everything, Danielle Spinelli (aka Fraud Girl) sits down with Melanie Padrone, VP of Strategic Growth at IT Architects, cybersecurity risk strategist, and host of the Mission Secure Podcast. Coming to you from the NMFTA cybersecurity conference in Long Beach, California, we’re diving into the side of freight fraud that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: CYBERSECURITY. Because sometimes cargo theft doesn’t start at the loading dock. It starts in someone’s inbox. WHAT WE’RE TALKING ABOUT: • HACKERS HIDING IN YOUR EMAIL: How cybercriminals access business emails, change inbox rules, impersonate employees, and quietly collect information. • PHISHING & BUSINESS EMAIL COMPROMISE: Why AI-powered phishing attacks are becoming more convincing and employees remain a major cybersecurity vulnerability. • RANSOMWARE ATTACKS: What happens when hackers lock down your systems, steal your data, and demand payment? • CYBERSECURITY IN TRUCKING: Why freight brokers, trucking companies, logistics providers, and shippers need to take cybersecurity seriously. • VENDOR SECURITY: Are your technology providers actually protecting your data? What happens when THEY get hacked? • AI & DATA PROTECTION: Who owns your data? How long is it stored? Could your information be used to train AI models? • EMPLOYEE TRAINING: Why annual cybersecurity training isn’t enough and how ongoing education can help prevent attacks. • INCIDENT RESPONSE: If your systems went down at 2 a.m., would your team know what to do? • FREIGHT FRAUD & CARGO THEFT: How compromised emails and weak cybersecurity practices create opportunities for criminals targeting freight. MEET OUR GUEST Melanie Padrone. tMelanie helps businesses, particularly in trucking and transportation, strengthen their cybersecurity defenses and prepare for potential attacks. https://youtu.be/y4g25fITBcc?si=5JpvabUq1FYBONzE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! TALLGRASS FREIGHT CO. A proud sponsor of Tell Me Everything Podcast! Tallgrass Freight Co. is a freight brokerage focused on strong relationships and reliable transportation solutions. Learn more: https://tallgrassfreight.com MANIFEST 2027 Tell Me Everything is proud to partner with Manifest, bringing together the people, technology, and ideas shaping the future of supply chain and logistics. Explore Manifest and our partner offers: https://www.tellmeeverythingpod.com/manifest-discount ABOUT TELL ME EVERYTHING Hosted by Danielle Spinelli, aka Fraud Girl, Tell Me Everything brings you real conversations about transportation and logistics. From cargo theft and freight fraud to cybersecurity, carrier vetting, and supply chain innovation, we’re talking about the issues impacting our industry. Subscribe for more episodes of Tell Me Everything and Fraud Girl Friday! Website: https://www.tellmeeverythingpod.com

What does it REALLY take to build your own freight agency? In this episode of Tell Me Everything, I sit down with KT, a Tallgrass Freight agent celebrating five years with the company, to talk about betting on yourself, building a freight business from the ground up, and staying motivated when things don’t go according to plan. KT shares how he went from a successful book of business to essentially starting over—and the mentality that helped him build it back. We talk about the grind of freight sales, finding your “why,” setting goals, building customer relationships, staying hungry even after you become successful, and why having the right support system matters when you’re running your own business. One of my FAVORITE things KT said: “Nobody can tell me what my worth is. I write my worth.” 👏 We also get into life as a 1099 freight agent, the Tallgrass agent model, technology and back-office support, building a team, and why chasing the highest commission percentage isn’t always the whole story. If you’re a freight broker thinking about becoming an agent—or you’re already building your own book of business—there are SO many good takeaways in this one. 🎙️ Tell Me Everything Podcast with Danielle Spinelli #FreightAgent #FreightBroker #Logistics #Trucking #FreightBrokerage #Transportation #SupplyChain #Entrepreneurship #TallgrassFreight #TellMeEverythingPodcast

HE BAD GUYS MIGHT ALREADY BE INSIDE YOUR SYSTEMS… AND YOU DON’T EVEN KNOW IT! Welcome back to another episode of Fraud Girl Friday on the Tell Me Everything Podcast! We’re coming to you from the NMFTA Conference in Long Beach, California, where cybersecurity, AI, and supply chain security are taking center stage! This week, I’m sitting down with Travis Sproul, Managing Director of TSC Global, to talk about something EVERY freight broker, carrier, shipper, and logistics professional needs to be paying attention to: CYBERSECURITY! Here’s the scary part… Cybercriminals aren’t always kicking down your digital doors. Sometimes they’re already inside your systems, watching your operations, learning your processes, and waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike. With AI deepfakes becoming more realistic, phishing attacks disguised as legitimate freight documents, and disconnected technology creating security gaps, protecting your supply chain is becoming a whole different ballgame! WHAT WE’RE TALKING ABOUT:AI Deepfakes: Can you really trust the face or voice on your screen? Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities: Are your systems actually communicating and protecting each other? Cargo Theft & Route Optimization: Saving $200 on fuel sounds great… until your freight gets stolen in a high-risk area. Multi-Factor Authentication: A simple security measure that can make a BIG difference. Insider Threats: What happens when the bad guys are already inside your operation? AI & Supply Chain Security: How connected data can help identify risks before they become disasters. Testing Your Security: Having a cybersecurity plan is one thing. Knowing it actually WORKS is another! We also dive into Travis’s military supply chain background, why companies need to identify vulnerabilities BEFORE criminals exploit them, and how to take a more proactive approach to freight security. THE BIG TAKEAWAY?You can have all the cybersecurity tools in the world, but if you don’t know where your vulnerabilities are, how your systems connect, or whether your processes actually work… you’re leaving the door open. And trust me, the fraudsters aren’t waiting around for you to figure it out! ABOUT FRAUD GIRL FRIDAYHosted by Danielle Spinelli, Fraud Girl Friday is part of the Tell Me Everything Podcast, where we expose cargo theft schemes, freight fraud tactics, cybersecurity threats, and scams impacting the transportation industry. Because protecting freight starts with KNOWING what you’re up against! SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSOR!Tallgrass Freight Co. Are you a freight broker or agent looking for a new home for your business? Reach out to Tallgrass Freight Co. to learn more! JOIN US AT MANIFEST 2027!February 8–10 | Las Vegas, NV Get $200 OFF registration with my exclusive listener discount! Visit: ManifestVegas.com/TME DON’T FORGET!LIKE this episode if you learned something new! COMMENT: What’s the BIGGEST cybersecurity vulnerability in transportation today? SUBSCRIBE for more Fraud Girl Friday episodes covering cargo theft, freight fraud, cybersecurity, and logistics! #FraudGirlFriday #CargoTheft #Cybersecurity #SupplyChainSecurity #FreightFraud #Logistics #Trucking #FreightBroker #AI #Deepfakes #NMFTA #TellMeEverythingPodcast

What does it actually take to build a successful freight agency and what happens when you have the right support behind you? In this episode of Tell Me Everything, I’m in Kansas City with Tallgrass Freight Co. for their annual Agent Roundtable, sitting down with Sean to talk about what makes the freight agent model different, how agents can grow their own businesses, and why education, community, and support matter so much in today’s freight market. We get into the REAL side of becoming a freight agent: building a book of business, knowing when to make your first hire, expanding into new modes like LTL and cross-border freight, creating your own brand, navigating a changing transportation market, and figuring out your bigger “why.” One thing that stood out to me during the Tallgrass Agent Roundtable was the amount of knowledge being shared between agents. These aren’t just people moving freight—they’re entrepreneurs building multi-million-dollar businesses, sharing what worked, what didn’t, and helping newer agents avoid some of the same mistakes. We talk about: • How freight brokers transition into independent freight agents • Building and scaling your own freight agency • When it makes sense to hire your first employee • Creating your own brand while operating under an established brokerage • Learning new freight modes including LTL and cross-border • Why freight agents need to understand market trends and industry changes • Using education to become a better resource for shippers • Building stronger relationships with customers when freight goes wrong • The importance of community when you’re working remotely • Why knowing your “why” matters when building a business • The difference between running your own brokerage and joining an agent program • How Tallgrass supports freight agents with technology, education, marketing, leadership, and industry resources Whether you’re currently a W-2 freight broker, an established freight agent, or considering starting your own freight brokerage, this conversation gives an inside look at what it takes to turn a book of business into an actual business. [email protected] *******MANIFEST DISCOUNT CODE!!! ***** https://manifestvegas.partners/partners/TME for $200 off current pricing for being a listener to Tell Me Everything!  See you in VEGAS!

What does it look like to go from playing in the NFL to building a logistics company specializing in some of the biggest freight on the road? Former Chicago Bears tight end Desmond Clark joins Danielle Spinelli on Tell Me Everything to talk about his journey from professional football to building Bear Down Logistics, a company that has developed a specialty in heavy haul, oversized and over-dimensional freight. And yes, a former Chicago Bear naming his company Bear Down Logistics is pretty perfect. Desmond shares how he entered the logistics industry without really knowing what he was getting himself into, why Bear Down eventually found its niche in heavy haul, and how surrounding himself with people who knew more than he did helped completely change the direction of the company. They also get into what heavy haul actually looks like behind the scenes. Moving something like a 300,000-pound transformer isn’t simply about finding the right truck. There can be route surveys, permits, cranes, insurance requirements, site planning, soil testing and countless other details that have to come together before the freight ever moves. Desmond explains why Bear Down approaches these moves more like project management than traditional freight brokerage. Danielle and Desmond also talk about: Going from the NFL to the logistics industryBuilding Bear Down LogisticsHeavy haul and over-dimensional freightProject cargo and multimodal transportationExpanding into intermodalWhy brokers should meet customers face-to-faceBuilding a team of people who are better than you at what they doThe connection between athletics, teamwork and business leadershipCreating employee buy-in instead of simply demanding complianceDesmond’s goal of building a $100 million companyHis mindset triangle of thoughts, emotions and actionsWhy everyday life can become your best content strategyBuilding an authentic personal brandHow Desmond uses AI to organize his own thoughts without losing his voiceOne of the biggest themes throughout the conversation is that leadership isn’t about having every answer. It’s about building the right team, listening to the people around you, knowing where your own strengths end, and being comfortable saying, “I don’t know, but someone on my team does.” From football to freight, this episode is a conversation about leadership, specialization, relationships, authenticity and what it takes to keep building something bigger. Subscribe to Tell Me Everything for conversations with the people shaping freight, transportation, logistics, technology and the supply chain. #Logistics #Freight #HeavyHaul #ChicagoBears #DesmondClark #BearDownLogistics #SupplyChain #FreightBroker #Transportation #Leadership #ProjectCargo #Intermodal

What happens when you take intelligence tradecraft from the CIA and apply it to freight fraud, carrier vetting, and cargo theft? On this episode of Fraud Girl Friday, Danielle Spinelli sits down with Kris Forrest of GenLogs, a former CIA intelligence professional who spent more than a decade working across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East before making an unexpected jump into transportation. As Kris puts it: he used to track terrorists. Now he tracks trucks. This episode dives into what makes physical truck intelligence different from traditional carrier vetting—and why relying solely on digital data, ELD pings, FMCSA records, emails, or other digital signals may not tell you the whole story. Danielle and Kris break down real-world freight fraud scenarios involving sold MCs, chameleon carriers, phishing and identity deception, manipulated ELD data, mismatched equipment, unusual operating footprints, and carriers claiming to run lanes where their trucks may not actually operate. They also discuss GenLogs’ nationwide camera network, which captures millions of truck images each day, and how physical observations can be combined with other data to help brokers, carriers, shippers, compliance teams, and insurers make more informed decisions. In this episode: • How CIA intelligence tradecraft translates to freight fraud prevention • Digital intelligence vs. physical “ground truth” • Why ELD and other digital data can be manipulated • How sold MCs can create carrier-vetting blind spots • Chameleon carriers and changing truck identities • The three physical red flags Danielle and Kris commonly see around suspicious carriers • Lane history and operational footprint • Equipment verification before booking a carrier • Why actually seeing the truck matters • Using carrier intelligence proactively instead of only after a theft • Giving frontline carrier reps better tools for vetting decisions • Documenting carrier-selection decisions and managing safety risk • How GenLogs can assist with cargo theft investigations The biggest takeaway? Carrier vetting shouldn’t be about checking a box. It should be about understanding whether the carrier, truck, equipment, operating history, and story actually make sense together. And sometimes the most important question is incredibly simple: Is this truck actually where they say it is? Check out Genlogs.io for more information! A special thank you to our sponsor, Tallgrass Freight Co. If you’re a freight broker looking to take the next step in your career and explore becoming an agent, reach out to [email protected]. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to Tell Me Everything, leave a rating, and share it with someone in freight, safety, compliance, or risk who needs to hear this conversation.

What REALLY happens behind the scenes between truck drivers, dispatchers, carriers, and freight brokers? On this episode of Tell Me Everything, Danielle Spinelli sits down with Alec Stauffer of Ditat to talk about the side of trucking operations that brokers don’t always get to see. Alec started in trucking at just 19 years old and worked his way through dispatch and fleet operations before eventually joining the transportation technology side of the industry. We get into what it actually takes to manage drivers, improve driver retention, understand hours of service, keep trucks moving, and build the relationships that make trucking work. We also dive into how technology is changing carrier operations — from TMS automation and ELD integrations to fuel optimization, auto-dispatch, APIs, maintenance tracking, and using technology to help trucking companies scale without simply adding more people. And because this is Tell Me Everything, Danielle puts Alec through a dispatcher edition of rapid-fire questions, including: • Great rate or great broker? • What makes a dispatcher lose a driver’s trust? • What gets a broker on a carrier’s bad side? • Do drivers actually care when you tell them it’s a “HOT LOAD”? • Who complains more — drivers or dispatchers? • Why do relationships still matter in an increasingly automated freight market? • How should carriers know when they’ve outgrown their TMS? Whether you’re a freight broker, dispatcher, truck driver, carrier, fleet manager, or transportation technology professional, this conversation gives a look at trucking from the other side of the desk. A huge thank you to our sponsor, Tallgrass Freight Co. If you’re a freight broker or broker agent looking for a new home, reach out to learn more. Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW, and RATE Tell Me Everything! #Trucking #FreightBroker #Logistics #Transportation #TruckDriver #Dispatch #Freight #TMS #SupplyChain #FreightTech #DriverRetention #CarrierManagement

What does Descartes MyCarrierPortal actually do when it comes to carrier vetting, fraud prevention, onboarding, and protecting your freight? The Carrier Vetting Platform Series continues on Fraud Girl Friday. This time, I’m sitting down with Sam and Patrick from Descartes MyCarrierPortal (MCP) to take a look inside the platform and break down the tools, data, and workflows brokers can use when making carrier selection decisions. This episode is a little different for me because before joining GenLogs, I worked at MyCarrierPortal. I know the platform pretty well, but my goal with this series isn’t to tell you which carrier vetting platform is “the best.” Different platforms bring different data and capabilities to the table, and I’m a big believer in layering your vetting tools and using multiple data points when making carrier decisions. In this episode, we talk about: • What makes MyCarrierPortal different • MacroPoint tracking history and carrier behavior • VIN validation and equipment verification • Customizable risk assessments • Fraud Guard, spoofed pings, VOIP flags, and overbooked drivers • Onboarding velocity and changes in carrier behavior • Carrier search and verified lane history • Audit logs, carrier reviews, and exceptions • Ongoing carrier monitoring • High-value freight and customized vetting requirements • Protecting carrier relationships while fighting freight fraud • How MCP brings multiple data sources and integrations into the vetting workflow One of the biggest themes of this series is that carrier vetting isn’t just about finding one red flag or checking a box. Fraud changes. Carrier behavior changes. Equipment changes. Tracking history changes. Sometimes a carrier lands in a gray area where your team needs additional information before making a decision. The goal is to understand the tools available, ask better questions, and build a carrier vetting process that makes sense for your freight, customers, and risk tolerance. If you’re a freight broker, 3PL, carrier sales rep, compliance professional, transportation executive, or anyone responsible for carrier onboarding and fraud prevention, this episode is for you. Check out www.mycarrierportal.com or www.descartes.com Thank you to our sponsor, Tallgrass Freight Co. If you’re a freight broker agent or considering becoming one, check them out by contacting [email protected] Like, subscribe, and follow along as we continue taking a look at the different carrier vetting platforms across the industry. #CarrierVetting #FreightFraud #CargoTheft #MyCarrierPortal #Descartes #MacroPoint #FreightBroker #Logistics #FraudPrevention #CarrierOnboarding #FraudGirlFriday

What if you could get an enterprise-level Warehouse Management System (WMS) for free? Yes, actually free. In this episode of Tell Me Everything, I sit down with Mark Groves from Port TMS to talk about their new Smart Visibility platform and the launch of a free WMS and inventory management system designed for warehouses, 3PLs, freight brokers, shippers, e-commerce companies, and growing businesses. And obviously my first question was: What’s the catch? According to Mark, there isn’t one. We break down what a WMS actually does, how warehouse management software helps businesses track and manage inventory, and why this could be especially valuable for companies still managing inventory through spreadsheets or trying to make a TMS do the job of a WMS. We also get into how 3PLs and freight brokers can use a WMS as a value-add for their customers and potentially expand beyond simply moving truckload freight into warehousing, inventory management, LTL, parcel, drayage, e-commerce fulfillment and more. Mark also shares what Port TMS has been building beyond the free WMS, including AI agents for carrier coverage and dispatch, e-commerce integrations, warehouse automation, robotics, and a larger Smart Visibility ecosystem designed to help logistics companies reduce costs. In this episode: • What a Warehouse Management System (WMS) actually does • How to get access to a free WMS • Inventory management and inventory control • WMS software for warehouses and 3PLs • Using a WMS for e-commerce businesses • How freight brokers can expand into warehousing • Growing with customers from parcel to LTL and truckload • Warehouse labor and automation • AI in transportation management systems • AI-powered carrier coverage and dispatch • Port TMS and its newest technology • The future of logistics technology If you have a warehouse, manage inventory, operate a 3PL, work in freight brokerage, run an e-commerce business, or you’re researching WMS software and warehouse management systems, this is an episode you’ll want to check out. Learn more about Port TMS and find the Free WMS option at PortTMS.com. ABOUT TELL ME EVERYTHING Tell Me Everything is a logistics and transportation podcast hosted by Danielle Spinelli covering freight brokerage, trucking, supply chain technology, cargo theft, freight fraud, logistics sales and the people changing the transportation industry. Subscribe for more conversations with leaders across freight, transportation, supply chain and logistics. Sponsored by Tallgrass Freight Co. Looking for a new home as a freight broker agent? Learn more through Tell Me Everything at TellMeEverythingPod.com.

What’s new at Truckstop — and how is one of the freight industry’s most established platforms approaching carrier vetting, fraud prevention, and cargo theft today? 👀 On this episode of Fraud Girl Friday, I sit down with Shawn Rasmor, Principal Product Manager for Compliance at Truckstop, to talk about how Truckstop’s ecosystem has evolved far beyond the load board. We get into RMIS, SaferWatch, Carrier Hub, carrier onboarding and monitoring, and how Truckstop is connecting data across its broader ecosystem to help brokers and carriers make more informed decisions. But obviously… this is Fraud Girl Friday, so we couldn’t stop there. 😂 Shawn and I go down the fraud rabbit hole and talk about what bad actors are doing RIGHT NOW, including phishing, credential compromise, social engineering, purchased carrier authorities, chameleon carriers, AI-assisted scams, and why criminals are getting increasingly sophisticated. We also cover: 🚛 What makes Truckstop’s approach to carrier vetting different 🔎 Carrier Hub, RMIS, SaferWatch & carrier monitoring 🚨 Why phishing continues to be such a major fraud threat 🕵️ How bad actors study broker behavior and exploit weaknesses 🤖 How AI is making scams harder to spot 📋 Why consistent SOPs matter more than ever 🏭 The role shippers and warehouses play in preventing cargo theft ⚠️ Why there is NO silver bullet for freight fraud 🤝 Truckstop’s work with FMCSA and the broader transportation industry ⚖️ Carrier selection and broker practices following the Montgomery decision 💡 Why people + process + technology still matter in fraud prevention One of my favorite takeaways from Shawn: “Ignorance opens opportunity for exploitation.” Technology can help us move faster and identify risk, but we still have to participate in the process. Know your carriers. Have conversations. Train your teams. Build strong SOPs. And when something doesn’t feel right — investigate it. Fraudsters are constantly changing their playbook. We have to keep learning too. 🎙️ Tell Me Everything Podcast | Fraud Girl Friday Hosted by Danielle Spinelli 💗 Sponsored by Tallgrass Freight Co. If you’re a freight broker agent — or interested in becoming one — reach out to the Tallgrass Freight team and tell them Tell Me Everything sent you! And PLEASE hit subscribe! It helps me know which conversations you want more of and helps me keep bringing the people fighting freight fraud and cargo theft onto the show. #FreightFraud #CargoTheft #CarrierVetting #Truckstop #FreightBroker #Trucking #Logistics #SupplyChain #FraudPrevention #CarrierOnboarding #FreightTech #FraudGirlFriday

What if carriers and freight brokers could check a shipper’s “credit score” before ever pricing their freight? On this episode of Tell Me Everything, Danielle Spinelli sits down with Lance Healy, Co-Founder and CEO of FreightFacts, to dive into the world of LTL freight, shipper performance, freight pricing, and shipper accountability. Lance explains how FreightFacts uses real carrier data to create a shipper score based on factors like dwell time, days to pay, damage claims, rebuilds, reweighs, billing issues, and overall facility performance — giving brokers and carriers a better idea of exactly what they’re getting into before they bid on the freight. Danielle and Lance also break down what freight brokers should know before getting into LTL, why relationships with LTL carriers work differently than truckload, how bad shipper operations can destroy your margins, and why the lowest-priced bid isn’t always the smartest bid. They get into: • How to get started in LTL as a freight broker • Why partnering with an LTL specialist may be the best first move • LTL pricing, freight class, accessorials, rebuilds and reweighs • Why dwell time matters so much to LTL carriers • How shipper performance affects freight pricing • Using shipper data during RFPs and freight bids • Why carriers may eventually want to see a shipper score before offering pricing • How brokers can become strategic partners instead of simply another source for rates • Freight fraud and why LTL may be less vulnerable than truckload • How insurance and factoring companies could use operational shipper data • And why being a “shipper of choice” might need a little more proof behind it If you work in freight brokerage, LTL transportation, logistics, supply chain, freight tech, carrier sales, shipper operations or transportation procurement, this episode gives you a completely different way to think about who should actually be evaluated before a load ever moves. Learn more about FreightFacts at FreightFacts.io and connect with Lance Healy on LinkedIn. 🎙️ Tell Me Everything Podcast with Danielle Spinelli A big thank you to our sponsor Tallgrass Freight Co. If you’re currently a W-2 freight broker thinking about becoming an agent — or an existing agent looking for a new home — check them out. Like, subscribe and follow for more conversations about freight, logistics, cargo theft, fraud, technology and the people changing the transportation industry. #Freight #Logistics #LTL #FreightBroker #FreightTech #SupplyChain #Transportation #Trucking #Shippers #FreightBrokerage #CarrierSales #LogisticsTechnology

In this Fraud Girl Friday episode of Tell Me Everything, Danielle Spinelli sits down with Garrett Allen, founder of Search Carriers, to talk about carrier vetting, onboarding tools, chameleon carriers, FMCSA data, MODIS issues, and why freight fraud prevention cannot rely on one single green-light/red-light system. Garrett shares how Search Carriers was built from a technical and data engineering perspective, using FMCSA data, inspection data, Secretary of State records, contact information, addresses, VINs, and other data points to help brokers and compliance teams investigate carrier risk more deeply. Danielle and Garrett also discuss why bad actors are getting smarter, how they are buying or renting MCs and DOT numbers, why recently changed contact information is not the only red flag anymore, and how freight brokers can build a stronger carrier vetting process through layered tools, audit trails, repeatable due diligence, and ongoing monitoring. This episode is part of Danielle’s vetting and onboarding platform series, where different freight tech companies share what makes their platform unique and how brokers can use multiple layers to protect their business. Topics covered in this episode include: Carrier vetting and onboarding platforms Chameleon carrier detection Freight fraud prevention FMCSA and MODIS data issues MC and DOT number risks Carrier identity changes Inspection data and safety records Audit trails after the SCOTUS ruling Why brokers need layered compliance tools How Search Carriers helps surface carrier connections and risk factors Whether you are a freight broker, carrier sales rep, compliance manager, shipper, freight tech provider, or logistics leader, this episode breaks down why carrier vetting is no longer just about checking a box. It is about knowing the story behind the data before you hand over the load. Guest: Garrett Allen, Founder of Search Carriers Host: Danielle Spinelli, Tell Me Everything Podcast / Fraud Girl Friday Learn more about Search Carriers: searchcarriers.com Thank you to our sponsor, Tallgrass Freight. If you are a broker agent or freight broker looking for a new home with a great team, visit Tallgrass Freight to learn more.