The Stockout

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May 2025

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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.

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May 19, 202527 min

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 12, 202526 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 5, 202526 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

April 28, 202526 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

April 21, 202527 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

April 14, 202526 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

April 7, 202526 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

March 31, 202526 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

March 24, 202526 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

March 17, 202530 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