The Stockout
The Stockout
FreightWaves
FreightWaves’ The Stockout podcast focuses on CPG companies and their supply chains. Consumer packaged goods, or CPG, are the products we buy over and over again like food, beverages, cosmetics, cleaning supplies and other household products. The Stockout podcast explores the issues and complexities of the freight-intensive CPG industry while leveraging data from the FreightWaves SONAR data platform.
Grand Theft Cargo in Mexico
Join Grace Sharkey on The Stockout to talk about the latest freight news with Thomas Wasson from Loaded and Rolling and Truck Tech. This episode covers a report on the rise of cargo theft in Mexico, the dangers facing carriers, and the types of goods most frequently targeted. Later, they shift gears to discuss the current freight market outlook, the impact of potential tariffs, and what to expect in the coming months. Thomas also shares insights on autonomous trucking and the exciting developments in truck technology. Tune in for expert analysis and a dose of freight market reality! Links: Freightwaves Newsletters Loaded and Rolling Newsletter Truck Tech Newsletter Freightwaves Events #freight #trucking #supplychain #cargotheft #mexico #tariffs #economy #autonomousvehicles #trucktech #freightmarket #news #podcast #freightwaves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 19, 2025
27 min
The Trade War is Over
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss the latest tariff news and interview Aaron Rubin, founder of ShipHero. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 12, 2025
26 min
Emerging brands – fast and accurate orders are key
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss CPG and retail reactions to tariffs and interview Wiley Jones, Co-founder and CEO at Doss. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 5, 2025
26 min
Recession or not, final mile service is key
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss the impacts of tariffs and Grace interviews Meg Maurer, Vice President of Dedicated and Final Mile Sales at Werner Enterprises. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 28, 2025
26 min
Small businesses may bear brunt of trade war
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss tariffs and interview Patrick Penfield, supply chain professor at Syracuse University. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 21, 2025
27 min
China moves trade war to TikTok
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss China touting its manufacturing prowess, freight fraud, freight volume and the parcel market. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 14, 2025
26 min
Tariffs (almost) universally hated
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel discusses tariff impact on CPG, retail and the freight market. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 7, 2025
26 min
Warehouse automation goes mainstream
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss the freight markets and interview Brian Kirst, Chief Commercial Officer of Snapfulfil, a warehouse automation company. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 31, 2025
26 min
Walmart bolsters logistics capabilities with new 3PL division
On FreightWaves’ retail and CPG show, Mike Baudendistel and Grace Sharkey discuss Walmart getting into brokerage, FedEx, Forever 21, and the ocean market. Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 24, 2025
26 min
Allianz Trade -- What's pressuring the economy
Join hosts Mike Boulton and Grace Sharkey on this special St. Patrick’s Day episode of The Stockout as they dive into the key economic pressures affecting supply chains, retail, and the CPG industry. Featuring Dan North, Senior Economist at Allianz Trade North America, this discussion covers: The impact of tariffs and trade wars on businesses and consumers   Inflation trends and how they affect wages and spending power   Federal Reserve policies and interest rate decisions   The slowing U.S. economy, manufacturing declines, and consumer confidence shifts With expert insights into trade credit insurance and global trade flows, Dan North breaks down why inflation is still a major concern and what to expect from the economy in 2025. Will the Fed cut interest rates?   How are businesses adjusting to trade policies?   What does this mean for your industry? Don’t miss this crucial economic update! Like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth discussions. #Economy #Tariffs #Inflation #SupplyChain #AllianzTrade #InterestRates #TradeWar #EconomicTrends Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 17, 2025
30 min
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