<description>This week on The Transfix Take, Jenni Ruiz and NFI market expert Justin Maze unpack a freight market that is anything but sleepy. They dig into the CBS Sunday report on chameleon carriers and what the launch of FMCSA’s new MODIS registration system could mean for carrier vetting, fraud prevention, and the broader push for accountability across the industry. They also touch on the ongoing Strait of Hormuz disruption, why rerouted global cargo matters for domestic freight, and the small but welcome drop in fuel prices.

From there, Jenni and Maze break down where the market stands today: national linehaul rates holding at $1.96 per mile, outbound rejections sitting above 14%, and flatbed rejection rates surging to nearly 50%, a flashing signal that volatility is already building. They close with a must-hear preview of DOT Week, explaining why this year’s blitz could hit much harder than it has in the past two years, how brokers should prepare now, and why the coming weeks may trigger a meaningful reset in spot and contract pricing across the market.
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Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.
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This week on The Transfix Take, Jenni Ruiz and NF…

This week on The Transfix Take, Jenni Ruiz and NFI market expert Justin Maze unpack a freight market that is anything but sleepy. They dig into the CBS Sunday report on chameleon carriers and what the launch of FMCSA’s new MODIS registration system could mean for carrier vetting, fraud prevention, and the broader push for accountability across the industry. They also touch on the ongoing Strait of Hormuz disruption, why rerouted global cargo matters for domestic freight, and the small but welcome drop in fuel prices.

From there, Jenni and Maze break down where the market stands today: national linehaul rates holding at $1.96 per mile, outbound rejections sitting above 14%, and flatbed rejection rates surging to nearly 50%, a flashing signal that volatility is already building. They close with a must-hear preview of DOT Week, explaining why this year’s blitz could hit much harder than it has in the past two years, how brokers should prepare now, and why the coming weeks may trigger a meaningful reset in spot and contract pricing across the market.
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Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.


Transfix Take Podcast | Week of April 21 - Flatbed Frenzy and the DOT Week Effect

<description>What happens when a freight brokerage operator burns out, quits in the middle of chaos, and accidentally builds one of the industry’s most recognizable media brands in freight? In this episode of Supply Chain Decoded, Jenni Ruiz sits down with Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski, founder of FreightCaviar, to unpack the very untraditional path from carrier sales and brokerage ops to memes, media, and modern freight storytelling.

Paul gets candid about the chaotic freight market of 2020, the realities of running a brokerage, and why humor has become such an important survival tool in this industry. He shares how FreightCaviar grew from an Instagram meme page into a full-fledged media company with newsletters, documentaries, podcasts, and now a print magazine. He opens up about learning hard lessons in public, navigating cease-and-desist letters, resisting the pressure to become too polished, and why authenticity still wins in a world drowning in content.

Jenni and Paul also dig into what makes small brokerages special, the line between insider humor and responsible reporting, the future of freight media, and one supply chain term Paul believes the industry keeps getting wrong: double brokering.
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Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.
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What happens when a freight brokerage operator bu…

What happens when a freight brokerage operator burns out, quits in the middle of chaos, and accidentally builds one of the industry’s most recognizable media brands in freight? In this episode of Supply Chain Decoded, Jenni Ruiz sits down with Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski, founder of FreightCaviar, to unpack the very untraditional path from carrier sales and brokerage ops to memes, media, and modern freight storytelling.

Paul gets candid about the chaotic freight market of 2020, the realities of running a brokerage, and why humor has become such an important survival tool in this industry. He shares how FreightCaviar grew from an Instagram meme page into a full-fledged media company with newsletters, documentaries, podcasts, and now a print magazine. He opens up about learning hard lessons in public, navigating cease-and-desist letters, resisting the pressure to become too polished, and why authenticity still wins in a world drowning in content.

Jenni and Paul also dig into what makes small brokerages special, the line between insider humor and responsible reporting, the future of freight media, and one supply chain term Paul believes the industry keeps getting wrong: double brokering.
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Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.


Supply Chain Decoded | Feat. Paul-Bernard Jaroslawski, FreightCaviar

<description>Transfix Take Podcast | Week of April 16 - Freight Fraud, Fuel Spikes, and a May Market Warning by Transfix</description>

Transfix Take Podcast | Week of April 16 - Freigh…

Transfix Take Podcast | Week of April 16 - Freight Fraud, Fuel Spikes, and a May Market Warning by Transfix

Transfix Take Podcast | Week of April 16 - Freight Fraud, Fuel Spikes, and a May Market Warning

<description>Q2 is off to a turbulent start, and this week on The Transfix Take, Jenni Ruiz is joined by NFI market expert Justin Maze to break down a freight market that feels anything but settled. From FMCSA’s rollout of the new MODIS registration system and pilot testing around hours-of-service flexibility, to port disruptions in Savannah and New York, they start with the headlines shaping the week before digging into the pressure point everyone is watching: fuel.

With diesel climbing fast, especially in California, Jenni and Justin unpack what rising fuel costs, stubborn linehaul rates, and elevated tender rejections mean for brokers, carriers, and shippers right now. They also take listeners through the regional storylines defining the market, from tightening in the Southeast, South, and Texas to signs of relative softening in parts of the Midwest and Northeast.

The episode closes with a look at the spot market, where rates continue to rise and flatbed rejections remain especially sharp, creating even more uncertainty for teams trying to quote and cover freight in real time. If you are trying to make sense of contract pressure, shifting capacity, and what could come next in April, this is the update to have in your ears.
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Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.
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Q2 is off to a turbulent start, and this week on …

Q2 is off to a turbulent start, and this week on The Transfix Take, Jenni Ruiz is joined by NFI market expert Justin Maze to break down a freight market that feels anything but settled. From FMCSA’s rollout of the new MODIS registration system and pilot testing around hours-of-service flexibility, to port disruptions in Savannah and New York, they start with the headlines shaping the week before digging into the pressure point everyone is watching: fuel.

With diesel climbing fast, especially in California, Jenni and Justin unpack what rising fuel costs, stubborn linehaul rates, and elevated tender rejections mean for brokers, carriers, and shippers right now. They also take listeners through the regional storylines defining the market, from tightening in the Southeast, South, and Texas to signs of relative softening in parts of the Midwest and Northeast.

The episode closes with a look at the spot market, where rates continue to rise and flatbed rejections remain especially sharp, creating even more uncertainty for teams trying to quote and cover freight in real time. If you are trying to make sense of contract pressure, shifting capacity, and what could come next in April, this is the update to have in your ears.
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Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.


Transfix Take Podcast | Week of Apr 7 - Tender Rejections Hit 50% & Fuel Keeps Rising

<description>What does it take to build the biggest supply chain event in the world and keep it relevant in an industry that never sits still? In this episode of Supply Chain Decoded, Jenni Ruiz sits down with Tanzil Uddin, SVP of Content and Partnerships at Manifest, for a behind-the-scenes look at how one of supply chain’s most influential conferences comes to life.

From curating programming for 400+ speakers to tracking the trends shaping procurement, cold chain, AI, sustainability, and beyond, Tanzil shares how the Manifest team keeps a real-time pulse on what operators actually need. He also reflects on the early days of Manifest, the challenge of changing industry perception, and why creating space for candid peer conversations has become one of the event’s greatest strengths.

Jenni and Tanzil also dig into what makes a conference feel truly worth attending, how sponsorship and editorial integrity can work together, what’s ahead for Manifest 2027 and Manifest Europe, and why the best technology conversations always start with understanding the problem first.
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Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.
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What does it take to build the biggest supply cha…

What does it take to build the biggest supply chain event in the world and keep it relevant in an industry that never sits still? In this episode of Supply Chain Decoded, Jenni Ruiz sits down with Tanzil Uddin, SVP of Content and Partnerships at Manifest, for a behind-the-scenes look at how one of supply chain’s most influential conferences comes to life.

From curating programming for 400+ speakers to tracking the trends shaping procurement, cold chain, AI, sustainability, and beyond, Tanzil shares how the Manifest team keeps a real-time pulse on what operators actually need. He also reflects on the early days of Manifest, the challenge of changing industry perception, and why creating space for candid peer conversations has become one of the event’s greatest strengths.

Jenni and Tanzil also dig into what makes a conference feel truly worth attending, how sponsorship and editorial integrity can work together, what’s ahead for Manifest 2027 and Manifest Europe, and why the best technology conversations always start with understanding the problem first.
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Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Transfix, Inc. or any parent companies or affiliates or the companies with which the participants are affiliated, and may have been previously disseminated by them. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are based upon information considered reliable, but neither Transfix, Inc. nor its affiliates, nor the companies with which such participants are affiliated, warrant its completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. All such views and opinions are subject to change.


Supply Chain Decoded | Feat. Tanzil Uddin, Manifest & Hyve Group

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