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Doug Mathews is joined by 27-year CBS Sports veteran Dennis Dodd to discuss why media days represent the true start of the football season. Then, an inside look at how reporter access has changed. Then, College Football insider Tony Barnhart joins discussing a number of different topics including the Cruz-Cantwell bill addressing the NIL Clearinghouse, SEC Media Day taking place starting on Monday, and as new era in the SEC with six coaches set to begin their first season's in charge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today Coach talks to Jim Bonds and Tony Barnhart discuss the evolution of sports media, college football, and the impact of NIL and transfer portals. They share insights from their extensive careers, highlighting key moments and changes in the industry. Former Tennessee football coach Phillip Fulmer joins the show to preview the 2026 Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Fulmer reflects on the incredible careers and legacies of several of his former players being honored, including the late sweep-running standout Reggie Cobb, dominant top-ten draft picks Antone Davis and Charles McCray, and future NFL Hall of Famer Jason Witten—famously recounting the story of how Witten was convinced to switch from defensive end to tight end. The discussion also touches upon softball phenom Monica Abbott’s induction, the tight-knit bond and impending reunion of former Volunteer offensive linemen in town for the event, and the remarkable growth of the Hall of Fame celebration over the years, we explore college football's current landscape, including coaching, transfers, and team evaluations, with expert Chris Lowe. We discuss the impact of transfer portals, coaching changes, and the future of SEC teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hello everyone, and welcome back to Warehouse and Operations as a Career. I’m Marty, and as always, thank you for spending a little time with us today. You know, it’s funny how some of the most important jobs in our industry happen in the smallest places. Think about the size of a distribution center. Maybe it’s 300,000 square feet or maybe it’s a million square feet. Hundreds of employees. Thousands of pallets. Forklifts buzzing around in all directions. Trucks backing into dock doors all day long. Now picture the smallest building on that property. It’s probably no bigger than a backyard storage shed. Maybe a desk, a computer, a couple of monitors, a radio, and a coffee pot that has seen better days. That’s the guard shack. Most of us have driven past one. Every truck driver has stopped at one. Most employees wave as they drive through the gate each morning. Yet very few people realize just how much responsibility sits inside that little building. Today, I want to talk about the guard shack, not the building itself, but the people inside it. Because in many ways, that’s where every shipment, every visitor, and every workday truly begins. When someone says they work in a guard shack, people often picture someone raising and lowering a gate all day. They imagine a quiet job where you’re simply checking people in and out. Nothing could be further from the truth. A guard shack attendant wears several hats. They’re part security officer, part customer service representative, part traffic coordinator, part documentation specialist, and often the communication link between transportation, receiving, shipping, and operations. Every truck that enters the property starts with a conversation. Good morning. Company name? Load number please?” Appointment time?” Driver’s license, please.” “Bill of Lading?” “Trailer number?” “Seal number?” Those questions may sound routine, but every answer matters. One incorrect trailer number could send the wrong freight to the wrong dock. One incorrect seal number could indicate a security issue. One missed appointment could throw off an entire day’s receiving schedule. The guard isn’t just asking questions, they’re protecting the operation. One responsibility that has become incredibly important over the last twenty-five years is trailer seal verification. If you’ve never paid attention to that little plastic or steel seal hanging on the back of a trailer, you may not realize how important it really is. That seal represents accountability. When a trailer is loaded, a numbered seal is placed on the doors. That unique number is documented on the shipping paperwork. When the trailer arrives at the distribution center, the very first person to compare that number with the paperwork is often the guard shack attendant. If the numbers don’t match, everything stops. Not because anyone is trying to make life difficult for the driver, but because the integrity of that shipment has been compromised. Sometimes it’s nothing more than a paperwork mistake or the wrong trailer showed up, or maybe someone accidentally recorded the wrong seal number. But it could indicate unauthorized access to that trailer. Finding that discrepancy before the trailer ever enters the yard protects the customer, the carrier, and our facility. That’s a tremendous responsibility for someone sitting in a small building at the front gate. The guard shack is also the first impression your company makes. Think about the truck driver arriving after driving six or seven hundred miles. They’ve fought traffic, weather, road construction, and tight delivery schedules. Maybe they’ve been away from home for several days. The very first employee they meet is usually the guard. A smile. A professional greeting. Clear directions. Respect. Those few moments set the tone for the entire visit. And Drivers remember facilities that treat them well. They also remember facilities where they were ignored, treated rudely, or left wondering what to do next. The guard isn’t simply controlling traffic, they’re representing the company’s culture. I like to think of the guard shack as communication central or the command center! A busy distribution center might have fifty, seventy-five, or even a hundred trailers arriving throughout the day. The guard isn’t making those trucks disappear. They’re communicating constantly. They may be speaking with inbound dispatch. “Hey, the Driver for ABC Trucking has arrived. And the Inbound dispatcher or Receiving might respond, “Send him to Door 18.” The guard relays the information and the driver moves safely to the assigned dock. Simple enough, right? But now multiply that by one hundred trucks. And add in the yard jockeys moving those transfer and local trailers or our backhauls around. Maybe Fuel deliveries. Contractors. Visitors. Maintenance vendors. Employee deliveries. Food service vendors. Emergency responders. Suddenly that little guard shack becomes one of the busiest communication centers on the property. It’s almost like being an air traffic controller, except instead of airplanes, you’re directing trucks, trailers, and people safely around a busy warehouse yard. Remember 2001. For many people, September 11 changed air travel forever. For our industry, it changed supply chain security. Distribution centers across North America began strengthening gate procedures. Visitor logs became more detailed. Identification requirements increased. Trailer seals became more important. Photography restrictions became common place. Access to warehouse property became much more controlled. Many government programs encouraged companies to secure every step of the supply chain, beginning at the front gate. Almost overnight, the guard shack evolved from a simple check-in station into the first line of defense protecting products, customers, and employees. Today, millions of dollars in inventory pass through those gates every single day. The guard shack helps ensure those products arrive safely, leave correctly, and remain secure while they’re on the property. One thing I’ve always admired is how experienced guards develop some amazing long term relationships. They begin recognizing drivers by name. Remember how we mentioned their the first contact? Things like “Morning, Nelson. Back with another produce load?” or “Good to see you again, Cindy.” And “Hey John, Door 22 is ready for you.” Those conversations may only last thirty seconds, but they build trust. The driver knows they’re welcome. And the guard knows who belongs on the property. And when something doesn’t seem right, experienced guards notice it immediately. That’s professionalism developed through experience. If you’re looking for a career in warehousing or transportation, don’t overlook the guard shack. You’ll learn shipping paperwork. Transportation terminology. Appointment scheduling. Trailer identification and develop some great communication skills. And we'll learn a lot about customer service, problem solving, computer systems, and radio communication. You’ll work with dispatchers, warehouse supervisors, transportation managers, and security personnel every day. I know many transportation coordinators, dispatchers, and operations supervisors that began their careers in positions just like this. I've learned to never let the size of the building fool you. Some of the biggest careers begin in the smallest offices. As we wrap up today’s episode, I’d like you to think about something. Tomorrow morning, when you drive into work, take a second look at that guard shack. Think about every truck that will arrive today. Every visitor, contractor, and vendor that will sign in. And how many trailer seals that’ll be verified and the number of loads that’s documented and how many questions there are to be answered and how many potential problem that’s caught before they reach the dock. Smile at your guard as you drive through, maybe even bring him or her a donut and thank them for what they do. Our forklifts may move the freight. The warehouse may process the orders. The transportation department may deliver the products. But before any of that happens, someone in that little guard shack quietly makes sure the day starts the right way. It may be the smallest building on the property, but it protects one of the biggest operations. Until next time, remember that every position in warehousing, manufacturing, distribution, and transportation has value. Learn something new every day, respect every role you encounter, and never stop building your career one opportunity at a time. Y'all be safe out there, someone is waiting on, and depending on us after our shift.
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Hi All, Marty here with Warehouse and Operations as a Career. I started off this week hearing a peer’s name I hadn’t heard in probably 12 to 15 years. A colleague was on his way to a meeting with a a prospective client and shared who he was meeting with. It was a gentlemen we'd both worked with in the past. I was reminded how many times this happens every year. It’s something we all, no matter the industry, need to keep in mind! You start at one warehouse in your teens and twenties. A few years later you move across town. Five years after that you accept another opportunity. Then one day you walk into a customer’s warehouse and there’s your old supervisor. Or how about the forklift driver unloading your trailer? You worked beside him fifteen years ago. Or the operations manager? She used to be a shift lead when you were loading trucks together. And this is always an interesting one, the recruiter interviewing you? You remember when she worked in receiving. And the truck driver making your delivery? He used to work maintenance at your last facility. It’s funny how that happens. But it does. Our industry feels huge. Millions of square feet. Thousands of warehouses. Hundreds of trucking companies and countless manufacturers. But once you’ve been around a while, well, it’s actually a very small neighborhood. People don’t disappear, they simply change addresses. One of the greatest pieces of career advice I can give anyone entering warehousing, manufacturing, production, or transportation is to never burn a bridge. And not because it’s the “nice” thing to do. But because it’s one of the smartest career decisions you’ll ever make. I’ve been fortunate enough to have worked in this industry for a long while. I’ve unloaded trucks, selected orders, operated every forklift and attachment, and worked all the utility positions. I’ve supervised some awesome crews and managed a few outstanding operations. I’ve worked beside some incredible people. And today I still run into people from every stage of my career. Former supervisors. Former employees. Customers. Drivers. Safety managers. HR managers. Recruiters. Forklift operators. Maintenance technicians. General managers and Vice presidents. Some I haven’t seen in twenty years. Yet somehow our paths cross again. And when they do they remember. They remember your attitude. They remember your work ethic. And they remember whether you helped people or hurt people. They remember whether you were dependable and whether you accepted responsibility. Most importantly, they remember how you left. And that’s the part I see many young professionals overlook. People remember endings. We've all had or watched an employee having a bad day. They got frustrated. Started yelling. Cursed their supervisor. Threw down their badge and stormed out the door, maybe even slamming doors. Almost like they wanted to make sure everyone watched. In that moment they probably felt powerful. Maybe even justified. But what they didn’t realize is how that three minute emotional decision could follow them for years. And here’s just a few reasons why I believe we should reconsider that pathway. Your supervisor may leave six months later. The HR manager might accept another position. The operations manager is promoted. The plant manager or GM moves across town. The recruiter joins another staffing company. Suddenly, the people who watched that exit are interviewing candidates somewhere else. Want to guess whose name they recognize? Here's a quick scenario. Hey “We interviewed someone today.” “Oh really? What’s his name?” “Johnny so and so.” “I remember Johnny.” Sometimes that’s followed by, he's a “Great worker.” “Always dependable.” “He’d be an asset.” Other times. Woah, “be careful there.” He can have a bit of a “bad attitude.” “he walked off the job once.” “Couldn’t control his temper.” That one conversation. Just thirty seconds can influence your next opportunity. Now of course, leaving a company is certainly okay. People leave their jobs every day. Sometimes it’s for better pay, better hours, more opportunity, family reasons, health, education, or maybe career growth. There is absolutely nothing wrong with moving on. But there is a huge difference between leaving professionally and leaving emotionally. Professional employees give notice when possible. They thank people and finish strong. Even train someone else if needed. Shake hands and wish everyone well. They leave the same way they hope to be remembered. Here’s something many of us don't consider. Your reputation isn’t built only by your performance. It’s built by your character. Anyone can have a good week and can perform well when everything is going right. Character stands out when things aren’t. When you’re disappointed. Passed over for a promotion. Corrected by your supervisor. Upset over your schedule, and frustrated with overtime. That’s when people discover who you really are. I’ve had employees come into my office completely upset. And sometimes they deserved to be upset and I've agreed with them. But after talking they left respectfully. And months later they received promotions. How you may ask. Because they handled difficult conversations like professionals. On the other hand, I’ve also watched employees lose tremendous opportunities because they couldn’t manage one emotional moment. One outburst, social media post or text message or one argument. A bridge burned. Wither right or wrong, today’s world makes all that even more dangerous. People stay connected. You have LinkedIn. Facebook. Instagram. Industry and management groups. People know people. Your reputation can travel across an entire city before you even submit your next application! Oh, and I want to say this too. Every person deserves respect. Not because of their title but because you never know where life will take them. That warehouse clerk? Could be tomorrow’s operations manager. The young recruiter? My be a future regional vice president. Our friend the forklift trainer? Down the road we may find them as our future safety director. I'm just saying we should treat everyone with respect. Always. One of my more recent favorite sayings is, today’s coworker may become tomorrow’s boss, or tomorrow’s customer. I’ve lived that more times than I can count. I’ve purchased services from former employees. I’ve hired my former supervisors, and I’ve partnered with people I once trained. I’ve worked for people who once worked beside me. That’s our industry ladies and gentlemen. Careers and opportunities intertwine. So what do you do if you’re unhappy? Yep, here I go again with that word communication. Have the conversation. Ask questions. Seek solutions and be honest and be respectful. If it’s time to move on, move on with dignity and grace. Give your best effort until the very last shift. Thank those who invested in you. Leave the facility better than you found it. Return all your equipment. Shake hands and wish everyone success. Because someday you may walk back through those same doors, or someone from those doors may walk through yours. Here's my thought, or yes, my opinion on the subject. Don’t just avoid burning bridges. Lets always be building them. Stay connected with mentors. Congratulate former coworkers on promotions. Celebrate their accomplishments. Send a quick message once in a while. Thank someone who helped your career. Give a shout out to or recommend good people when opportunities arise. At the end of the day your résumé gets you noticed. Your skills get you hired and your attitude helps you succeed. But your reputation, well, your reputation follows you everywhere. In warehousing, manufacturing, transportation, distribution, and production, people remember. So work hard and lets treat people well. Leave every job with them wanting you to stay. Because you never know when today’s goodbye will become tomorrow’s opportunity. Ok, its time to say thank you for spending a few minutes with me today! If you’re just starting your journey, remember that this industry is much smaller than it appears. Protect your name and your reputation at all times. And never burn the bridge you may someday need to cross again. Until next time, keep learning, keep growing and above all, work safe at all times!
Welcome to another episode of Forklift Systems Football Saturday. The show kicks off with a nostalgic dive into Nashville sports history as the host sits down with Brad Willis, Executive Director of the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame. Drawing on Willis’s deep roots with Titans Radio and 104.5 The Zone, the two chart Nashville’s dramatic evolution from a strictly college-focused sports town into a booming professional sports hub. Willis also pulls back the curtain on the Hall of Fame itself, detailing the meticulous and highly competitive nomination process utilized by its 18-member Board of Directors to select and honor the state's most legendary athletes, coaches, and sports figures. The gridiron conversation quickly shifts to the national stage as Coach is joined by premier college sports insider Dennis Dodd to unpack a chaotic landscape ahead of the 2026 season. The panel tackles massive off-field storylines, including the monumental legal battle surrounding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby—who opted for the supplemental draft after a protracted eligibility dispute—and the potential legislative impact of the Cruz-Cantwell bill on NCAA self-governance. Turning to on-field action, Dodd breaks down the shifting conference power dynamics and top quarterback transfers across the ACC and Big 12, while locking in the early Heisman Trophy race with Arch Manning labeled as the undisputed favorite alongside premium contenders CJ Carr of Notre Dame and Josh Hoover of TCUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another episode of Forklift Systems Football Saturday. The show kicks off with a nostalgic dive into Nashville sports history as the host sits down with Brad Willis, Executive Director of the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame. Drawing on Willis’s deep roots with Titans Radio and 104.5 The Zone, the two chart Nashville’s dramatic evolution from a strictly college-focused sports town into a booming professional sports hub. Willis also pulls back the curtain on the Hall of Fame itself, detailing the meticulous and highly competitive nomination process utilized by its 18-member Board of Directors to select and honor the state's most legendary athletes, coaches, and sports figures. The gridiron conversation quickly shifts to the national stage as Coach is joined by premier college sports insider Dennis Dodd to unpack a chaotic landscape ahead of the 2026 season. The panel tackles massive off-field storylines, including the monumental legal battle surrounding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby—who opted for the supplemental draft after a protracted eligibility dispute—and the potential legislative impact of the Cruz-Cantwell bill on NCAA self-governance. Turning to on-field action, Dodd breaks down the shifting conference power dynamics and top quarterback transfers across the ACC and Big 12, while locking in the early Heisman Trophy race with Arch Manning labeled as the undisputed favorite alongside premium contenders CJ Carr of Notre Dame and Josh Hoover of TCUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of The Buzz, powered by APL Logistics, hosts Scott Luton and Richard Donaldson break down the latest developments shaping global supply chains, transportation, technology, and workforce safety. From geopolitical developments impacting global shipping lanes to autonomous trucking, World Cup logistics, and innovative warehouse safety solutions, this conversation delivers timely insights on the trends supply chain leaders need to understand. The discussion begins with a look at workforce wellbeing and the growing importance of addressing stress, burnout, and employee health in today's fast-paced business environment. Scott and Richard then explore the implications of a developing U.S.-Iran peace agreement and what it could mean for global shipping, trade flows, and the Strait of Hormuz. The conversation shifts to PepsiCo's expanding use of autonomous trucking technology and the continued evolution of automation across supply chain operations. Later, the hosts examine the immense logistics required to support the 2026 FIFA World Cup before discussing emerging threats to the beef supply chain from the resurgence of the screwworm pest. Finally, special guest Brodie Cook, President of Fork Mule and winner of the MODEX 2026 Startup Solution of the Year Award, shares insights on warehouse safety, material handling innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of automation. Key Takeaways Why workforce health and burnout prevention remain critical leadership priorities. How developments in the Middle East could impact global trade routes and shipping activity. What PepsiCo's investment in autonomous trucking signals for the future of transportation. The massive logistics operation required to support the 2026 FIFA World Cup. How labor shortages and biological threats continue to challenge agricultural supply chains. Why warehouse safety innovation remains a major opportunity for supply chain improvement. Lessons entrepreneurs can learn from ForkMule's journey from idea to award-winning solution. The growing role of automation and AI in warehouses, material handling, and fleet operations. If you want a practical look at the trends reshaping supply chains—from autonomous transportation and AI-powered operations to workforce safety, global trade, and entrepreneurship—this episode delivers valuable perspectives from industry leaders and innovators. You'll gain actionable insights on how technology, resilience, and execution continue to drive supply chain success. Additional Links & Resources: APL Logistics: https://www.apllogistics.com/ With That Said: https://bit.ly/WTS-14-June-2026 From 10% chance of success to $2 trillion market cap: SpaceX's historic IPO: https://cnb.cx/3S9zo3o EasyPost Case Study:https://bit.ly/2M-Saved-and-Fewer-Late-Deliveries Big Peanut: https://www.roadsideamerica.com/tip/13562 Webinar: https://bit.ly/PepsiCo-And-AutoScheduler-Webinar PepsiCo expanding autonomous truck use in its supply chain: https://bit.ly/PepsiCo-Expands-Autonomous-Trucks David's Post: https://bit.ly/Logistics-Behind-WC How Texas Ranchers Are Fighting a Long-Eradicated Cattle Killer: https://on.wsj.com/3SI8xvm Closing the Gap Between Planning and Execution: https://www.apllogistics.com/responsibility/apll_fixes_the_gap ProMat: https://www.promatshow.com/ Fork Mule: https://forkmule.com/ From Automation to Autonomy: How AI Robotics Are Reshaping the Warehouse: https://bit.ly/Josh-Cloer-Nomagic Connect with Brodie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brodie-cook-6a51a1122/ Connect with Richard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richarddonaldson/ Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes: https://supplychainnow.com/brands/supply-chain-now/ Subscribe to Supply Chain Now: https://linktr.ee/Supplychainnow Check out the Supply Chain Now Resource Hub: https://supplychainnow.com/resource-hub/ Work with Us! Download the Supply Chain Now 2026 Media Kit: https://supplychainnow.com/media-kit/ Upcoming Live Programming: https://supplychainnow.com/upcoming-live-programming/ WEBINAR- AI that moves at velocity: Cut through latency with agentic workflows: https://bit.ly/4x4626t This episode was hosted by Scott Luton and Richard Donaldson. For additional information, please visit the dedicated shoaw page at: https://supplychainnow.com/the-buzz-world-cup-logistics-pepsico-autonomous-future-forklift-safety-innovation-1598 The content in this episode, including all audio, videos, visuals, and graphics, is the property of Supply Chain Now and is protected by copyright law. Unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, modification, or re-uploading of this content in any form is strictly prohibited without explicit written permission from Supply Chain Now.For licensing inquiries or permissions, please contact us at production@supplychainnow.com© 2026 Supply Chain Now. All rights reserved. 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In this episode, Coach Matthews welcomes in Todd Berry, former head coach and the former Executive Director of the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA). Todd discusses an his perspective on the modern era of college athletics including the legal battles, the Transfer Portal and NIL. Then, an in depth look at why the SEC and Big Ten now rule the landscape of College Football, which teams in the SEC have the most difficult conference schedules, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Coach Matthews welcomes in Todd Berry, former head coach and the former Executive Director of the American Football Coaches Association (AFCA). Todd discusses an his perspective on the modern era of college athletics including the legal battles, the Transfer Portal and NIL. Then, an in depth look at why the SEC and Big Ten now rule the landscape of College Football, which teams in the SEC have the most difficult conference schedules, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week's episode features NBA The Run, Dungeon Clawler, Do You even Forklift?, Psyvariar 3, Necrophosis: Full Consciousness, and Star Trek: Voyager - Across the Unknown.
https://jo.my/b1iz6sForklift Safety EssentialsYou don't get a second chance with a forklift incident. These machines move fast, lift heavy, and punish mistakes. Every close call has a story behind it. Most of them start small. A skipped inspection. A loose load. A seatbelt is left hanging.Strong habits in your facility protect people long before danger shows up. The goal is simple. Go home the same way you came in. No shortcuts. No excuses.Here are a few tips to assist you with Forklift & Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Safety: Start every shift with a real inspection. Check tires, forks, hydraulics, horn, brakes, and lights. Look for leaks or cracks. If something feels off, it probably is. Tag it and report it. Paperwork matters because it tracks patterns and prevents repeat issues. Understand the stability triangle. Picture a triangle under your truck. The center of gravity must stay inside it. Raise the load or turn too fast, and that center shifts. Tip-over risk spikes. Keep loads low. Move slowly on turns. Respect the physics. Watch your load position. Tilt back when carrying. Keep forks low when traveling. High loads block your view and raise your center of gravity. That's how trucks roll. Simple adjustments make a big difference. Seatbelt on. Every time. No exceptions. Tip-overs happen in seconds. The belt keeps you inside the protective zone. Jumping feels natural in panic. It's the worst move you can make. Stay seated. Stay alive. Control your speed and space. Wet floors, tight aisles, blind corners. They all change how your truck handles. Use your horn. Make eye contact. If you're unsure, stop. Reset. Then move. As always, these are potential tips. Please be sure to follow the rules and regulations of your specific facility.Safety isn't built during an incident. It's built in the quiet moments before one. The checklist you complete. The turn you take is slower. The belt you click without thinking. Those choices stack up.People are counting on you. Your crew. Your family. Make the safe move, the normal move. Every shift. Every load.Thank you for being part of another episode of Warehouse Safety Tips. Until we meet next time - have a great week, and STAY SAFE!#Safety #SafetyCulture #StaySafe #SafetyFirst #SafetyTips #StayAlert #SafetyAwareness #ForkliftSafety #PITSafety #PreShiftInspection #MaterialHandling
This episode features an in-depth discussion on college football's landscape, including legislative efforts, SEC conference changes, and team strategies for the upcoming 2026 season. Experts Tony Barnard and Dennis Todd analyze the impact of recent developments and future outlooks. This episode features an in-depth discussion on the current state of college football, off-field chaos, legal issues, and the future of the sport, with insights from Dennis Dodd And Tony BarnhartSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This episode features an in-depth discussion on college football's landscape, including legislative efforts, SEC conference changes, and team strategies for the upcoming 2026 season. Experts Tony Barnard and Dennis Todd analyze the impact of recent developments and future outlooks. This episode features an in-depth discussion on the current state of college football, off-field chaos, legal issues, and the future of the sport, with insights from Dennis Dodd And Tony BarnhartSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our guest on this week's episode is Jim Mozer, Senior Vice President at Crown Equipment Corporation. He is representing the Industrial Truck Association, the industry association for the lift truck industry. This coming Tuesday, the supply chain industry hosts National Forklift Safety Day. Now in its 13th year, this day is set aside annually to remind us of the importance of safe practices when working on and around forklifts. National Forklift Safety Day is sponsored by the Industrial Truck Association. Our guest and DC Velocity Group Editorial Director David Maloney discuss what will take place at Tuesday's National Forklift Safety Day event in Washington, D.C.The logistics sector has seen a tremendous impact in recent years from venture capital and other investment firms, through mergers and acquisitions, taking private companies public on the stock market, and other strategies. This week Senior News Editor Ben Ames wrote a story about more big money making changes in the industry, but it wasn't in a sexy area like robotics or drones, it was in good old fashioned warehouses.Earlier this week, German logistics giant DHL Group announced the launch of its DHL Academy of Humanitarian Logistics (DAHL). Senior Editor Victoria Kickham reports on this global training initiative designed to give humanitarian organizations and local responders practical logistics knowledge and skills—ultimately allowing them to better prepare for and respond to crises.Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:Industrial Truck Association (ITA)BKM and Kayne Anderson acquire $1.81 billion of industrial real estateDHL Group launches DHL Academy of Humanitarian LogisticsVisit DC VelocityVisit Supply Chain XchangeSend feedback about this podcast to podcast@agilebme.comThis podcast episode is sponsored by: ID Label
On this episode of Forklift Systems Football Saturday , Coach dives deep into the major takeaways from the recent SEC and Big Ten Spring Meetings. Joined by "Mr. College Football" Tony Barnhart, the two unpack the ongoing debate between SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey and Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti regarding the potential expansion of the College Football Playoff from 12 to 24 teams, as well as the push for more conference self-governance. In the second hour, college football experts Dennis Dodd and Charles Davis jump in to analyze the sweeping implications of the bipartisan Cruz-Cantwell bill—also known as the Protect College Sports Act—which attempts to address NIL, antitrust exemptions, transfer rules, and the looming reality of athlete employment. Additionally, Tennessee Education Lottery CEO Rebecca Paul drops by to share a positive fiscal update, projecting up to $455 million transferred for state educational programs this yearSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our guest on this week's episode is Matt Lekstutis, director at Efficio, a supply chain and consulting firm. Two weeks ago, President Trump had an historic meeting with China's President Xi. It was a highly anticipated gathering, as there was a lot to talk about, including the war against Iran and the ongoing oil constraints. Our guest this week talks with DC Velocity Group Editorial Director David Maloney to unwrap what took place and to discuss international trade and world-wide threats to our supply chains. Senior Editor Victoria Kickham reports that buyers of forklifts and pallet-handling equipment are upbeat in 2026, with many expecting to increase capital expenditures on those items this year as compared to last year. This information is based on a recent Voice of Market report from London-based research firm Interact Analysis. The researchers surveyed decision-makers involved in the use, selection, and purchase of automation technologies for their facilities globally.We've been writing for years about autonomous vehicles, first with AGVs and AMRs in warehouses, there are self-driving forklifts, outdoor delivery robots on sidewalks, increasingly self-driving cars, a small but growing number of self-driving trucks, and some flying drones both indoors and out. But a story that caught the eye of Senior News Editor Ben Ames this week was about autonomous commercial ships.Articles and resources mentioned in this episode:OfficioReport: Market sentiment for forklift and pallet handling tech improvesIMO launches safety code to regulate autonomous shipsVisit DC VelocityVisit Supply Chain XchangeSend feedback about this podcast to podcast@agilebme.comThis podcast episode is sponsored by: ID Label
Coach welcomes NFL game analyst Charles Davis to unpack the legal and collegiate fallout surrounding Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby and his recent gambling allegations. The duo juxtaposes the modern era of college sports—where universities and networks profit directly from gambling partnerships—against the strict bans historically placed on student-athletes. They map out Sorsby's expected legal defense strategy, which could heavily leverage the NCAA's own gambling revenue ties and a focus on mental health, while tackling the immense challenges this poses for administrators, potential court-ordered injunctions, and the way high-value NIL contracts are disrupting mid-contract transfers. The gridiron breakdown continues as college football writer Dennis Dodd joins the show to evaluate the bounce-back potential of former national championship programs. Coach and Dodd dive deep into the current trajectories of Lincoln Riley’s USC, Mike Norvell’s Florida State, and Dabo Swinney’s Clemson, weighing each program's unique recruiting triumphs and critical turn-around pressures. The conversation shifts into a rapid-fire analysis of the latest high-profile coaching carousel moves, assessing Matt Campbell’s transition to Penn State, James Franklin’s arrival at Virginia Tech, and Kyle Whittingham taking the reins at Michigan, alongside a snapshot of recent developments reshaping the Big 12. Dennis Dodd and Tony Barnhart team up with Coach on Football Saturday, opening with a reflection on Memorial Day weekend before shifting focus to the highly consequential SEC spring meetings in Destin. The panel breaks down whether these meetings will rival the historic 1991 expansion in long-term impact, especially if they chart a course toward a 24-team playoff system. Highlighting key insights on influential figures like Georgia President Jerry Morehead and SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey, they examine Morehead's comments on SEC self-governance and potential breakaway from the NCAA. The episode closes with a breakdown of Sankey's methodical data-driven approach to a nine-game conference schedule, a look at Coach Ed Orgeron’s rumored return to the LSU sidelines, and breaking news regarding an active NCAA tampering investigation into Ole Miss stemming from a complaint by Clemson's Dabo Swinney against Pete Golding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
306. bölümde iş sağlığı ve güvenliği yıllardır konuşulan bir konu. Ama bugün artık elimizde sadece raporlayan değil, kazaları gerçekleşmeden önce önlemeye çalışan yapay zekâ sistemleri var. Bu bölümde Stroma kurucularından Anıl Üzengi ile birlikte; üretim tesislerinde kullanılan görme tabanlı yapay zekâ sistemlerini, forklift kazalarından çalışan davranışlarına kadar birçok başlığı konuştuk. (00:00) Giriş ve konuğun tanıtımı (00:55) Stroma'nın kuruluş hikayesi ve önceki girişim deneyimi (02:08) İş sağlığı ve güvenliğinde yapay zekânın önemi (03:23) Görme tabanlı yapay zekâ sistemleri nasıl çalışıyor? (04:29) En çok kullanılan yapay zekâ çözümleri neler? (04:52) Hangi sektörlerde daha başarılı sonuçlar alınıyor? (05:36) Yapay zekâ gerçekten kazaları önlüyor mu? (07:45) Forklift kazaları ve davranış değişikliği problemi (09:47) Japonya, Avrupa ve Türkiye'de iş güvenliği kültürü (11:02) Gerçek sahada kullanılan yapay zekâ modelleri (12:40) Çalışanların kamera ve yapay zekâ sistemlerine bakışı (15:14) Yapay zekâ sonrası iş kazalarında azalma oldu mu? (16:33) Otomasyon sistemleri ve güvenlik entegrasyonu (16:58) Gelecekte heyecan veren araştırma alanları (18:15) Yapay zekânın etik kullanımı ve “Big Brother” tartışması (20:08) Kitap önerisi: Suyu Arayan Adam (20:20) Kapanış ve teşekkürler Sosyal Medya takibi yaptın mı? X – Instagram – Linkedin – Youtube – Goodreads Bülten – E-Posta – Bu çalışmaları ve emeklerimi desteklemek için Patreon ve Buy Me A Coffee hesabımız Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this jam-packed episode, Coach is joined by CBS Sports national college football writer Dennis Dodd and analyst Charles Davis to deliver an insider look at the seismic operational, legislative, and coaching shifts rewriting the college sports landscape. The show kicks off with a deep dive into contrasting transfer portal philosophies—pitting Oklahoma State’s massive 80-plus player roster overhaul against Georgia’s selective, high-school-first approach—before Dodd breaks down a pending bipartisan congressional bill that could introduce strict federal oversight and a hard spending cap on athletic rosters. Coach explores how unprecedented financial investments have turned modern athletic facilities into self-contained living spaces to maximize player retention, while also addressing the normalization of coaches using non-traditional media platforms and the urgent need for comprehensive gambling education amid recent player controversies. After lamenting the loss of historic intra-conference rivalries and analyzing how all 16 SEC programs are strategically utilizing the transfer portal, the discussion shifts to a fascinating wave of high-profile coaching resets. The guys analyze Matt Campbell taking the reins at Penn State to replace James Franklin, the unique mechanics behind Michigan landing Kyle Whittingham from Utah, Alex Golesh’s explosive offensive fit at Auburn, and John Sumrall’s high-ceiling jump from Tulane to Florida. Finally, the segment wraps up with a sharp critique of the newly expanded 76-team NCAA men's basketball tournament and a definitive ranking of three powerhouse programs looking to bounce back under current leadership, detailing USC’s physical improvements in the trenches, Dabo Swinney finally embracing NIL and the portal at Clemson, and lingering skepticism surrounding Mike Norvell's Florida State squad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this jam-packed episode, Coach is joined by CBS Sports national college football writer Dennis Dodd and analyst Charles Davis to deliver an insider look at the seismic operational, legislative, and coaching shifts rewriting the college sports landscape. The show kicks off with a deep dive into contrasting transfer portal philosophies—pitting Oklahoma State’s massive 80-plus player roster overhaul against Georgia’s selective, high-school-first approach—before Dodd breaks down a pending bipartisan congressional bill that could introduce strict federal oversight and a hard spending cap on athletic rosters. Coach explores how unprecedented financial investments have turned modern athletic facilities into self-contained living spaces to maximize player retention, while also addressing the normalization of coaches using non-traditional media platforms and the urgent need for comprehensive gambling education amid recent player controversies. After lamenting the loss of historic intra-conference rivalries and analyzing how all 16 SEC programs are strategically utilizing the transfer portal, the discussion shifts to a fascinating wave of high-profile coaching resets. The guys analyze Matt Campbell taking the reins at Penn State to replace James Franklin, the unique mechanics behind Michigan landing Kyle Whittingham from Utah, Alex Golesh’s explosive offensive fit at Auburn, and John Sumrall’s high-ceiling jump from Tulane to Florida. Finally, the segment wraps up with a sharp critique of the newly expanded 76-team NCAA men's basketball tournament and a definitive ranking of three powerhouse programs looking to bounce back under current leadership, detailing USC’s physical improvements in the trenches, Dabo Swinney finally embracing NIL and the portal at Clemson, and lingering skepticism surrounding Mike Norvell's Florida State squad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Road America HangoverWelcome back to Everyone Racers — where low-dollar racing meets high chaos. On this episode, Chrissy shows up super late and gets called out. Chris changes his voice to imitate Tim, Mental fills all the holes in his neighborhood, Tim plans to heckle at Laguna Seca and Brian makes amazing poses while gigablastingReally, we all know the hangover is real after an absolutely wild weekend at Road America for the latest 24 Hours of Lemons race — and this episode has ALL the behind-the-scenes stories you won't hear anywhere else.Judge Brian “B-Train” Trainer joins Chris, Tim, Mental, and eventually Chrissy for a hilarious post-race breakdown of one of the strangest, funniest, and somehow “boring” weekends in Lemons history. The drivers were surprisingly clean, the racing up front was incredibly tight, but the legendary Wisconsin track still managed to attrit nearly a THIRD of the field, with around 30 of 90 cars falling victim to mechanical failure, chaos, and questionable engineering decisions.We cover:The overall winners and class winnersThe insanely close battles in Classes A, B, and CThe twin-engine Saturn madness from QuincyA rookie Studebaker team casually winning Index of EffluencyThe heroic fixes, heartbreaking failures, and “I Got Screwed” momentsWhy a Pontiac Sunfire somehow became a regional iconThe Bob Ross-themed team that fully committed to the bitThe terrifying moment a Mazda RX-7 lost its rear window at speedHow one rookie Camaro team earned redemption after nearly collecting every black flag possibleThe secret “Skeeter the Scrapper Guy” economy operating inside the paddockAnd why the BMW 435 is the perfect mascot for a competent but deeply boring episodeThis is the side of amateur endurance racing that doesn't show up in official results sheets: the paddock stories, the terrible ideas, the heroic improvisation, the friendships, the late-night fixes, and the absolute nonsense that makes grassroots motorsports addictive.If you love:amateur endurance racingbudget race carsgrassroots motorsportsRoad Americaautomotive comedyLemons racingLucky Dog RacingSCCA and NASA racingjunkyard engineeringgarage-built race carsweird project carsendurance racing podcasts…then you're in the right place.Whether you're building a race car in your garage, dreaming about your first endurance race, or just here for the chaos, subscribe and join the Everyone Racers community as we dive into the weird world of low-dollar racing and oddball car culture every week.Cub Cadet Bulldozer, Road Grader, Forklift, & Dump Truck. (Caleb Jacobs @ The Drive) https://www.thedrive.com/news/diy-guy-builds-ultimate-chore-fleet-with-mini-bulldozer-road-grader-based-on-lawn-tractorsGM Sucks, Pays $12.75 Mil for being Snitches (Andrew Collins @ The Drive) https://www.thedrive.com/news/shady-selling-of-driver-data-just-cost-gm-another-12-75-million Fast & Furious the TV Series? (Brian Silvestro @ The Autopian)https://www.theautopian.com/theres-going-to-be-a-fast-furious-tv-series-because-the-franchise-is-too-valuable-to-die/ 2001 Lemons Ready PT Cruiser on Racing Junkhttps://www.racingjunk.com/24-hours-of-lemons-cars-and-equipment-for-sale/184785526/2001-pt-cruiser-houston.htmlJoin our F1 Fantasy League https://fantasygp.com/leagues/Use code 74259541 to join in the fun3 Pedal Mafia Lemons World - https://youtu.be/wGfAxGX3vHk?si=YInVSrCTFgkXdCVFThose cool light number panels from Amazonhttps://a.co/d/9wDuvek2026 Lemons Rally Schedulehttps://24hoursoflemons.com/lemons-rally/ Weaber Valley Speedway on Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/Weabersvalleyspeedway2 Free Bingo Card Generatorhttps://myfreebingocards.com/bingo-card-generator (Feedin that algorithm )#24HoursOfLemons #RoadAmerica #EnduranceRacing #GrassrootsMotorsports #LemonsRacing #AmateurRacing #RaceCarBuild #BMW435 #RoadRacing #BudgetRacing #GarageBuilt #CarPodcast #AutomotiveComedy #WisconsinRacing #MotorsportsPodcast
Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast featuring special guest Martin Boyd, CMO at Big Joe Forklifts. Big Joe has long been known for its warehouse equipment, such as walkie stackers and pallet trucks. However, the company is now making a major push into larger lithium-ion forklifts designed to replace propane and diesel equipment. During the conversation, Boyd explains how Big Joe Pulse gives operators deeper visibility into charging behavior, energy use, and ROI.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
Welcome to another episode of "Forklift Systems Football Saturday" Coach kicks off "talking season" on Forklift Systems Football Saturday With Special guest Coach Boots Donnelly shares his extensive experience in college football, focusing on the evolution of smaller programs amidst the rise of Power 5 conferences, the impact of playoff expansion, and strategies for navigating the changing landscape of college athletics. This episode features a deep discussion on college football, playoff expansion, recruiting strategies, and the evolving landscape of college athletics, featuring insights from Charles Davis and Tony Barnhart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another episode of "Forklift Systems Football Saturday" Coach kicks off "talking season" on Forklift Systems Football Saturday With Special guest Coach Boots Donnelly shares his extensive experience in college football, focusing on the evolution of smaller programs amidst the rise of Power 5 conferences, the impact of playoff expansion, and strategies for navigating the changing landscape of college athletics. This episode features a deep discussion on college football, playoff expansion, recruiting strategies, and the evolving landscape of college athletics, featuring insights from Charles Davis and Tony Barnhart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome back to Warehouse and Operations as a Career. I'm Marty and I've received a couple of different questions about forklift attachments over the last couple of months, so I thought we'd find a few answers for them. So today let's talk about a few different tools we can see in warehousing, manufacturing, food distribution, and the paper, beverage, chemical, recycling, and even import/export operations. We are talking about the clamp, the barrel clamp, the roll clamp, and the slip sheet or push-pull attachment. I think it's important to state that a forklift by itself is already a powerful piece of equipment. Add an attachment to it, and we have changed the whole game. We have changed what that forklift can do, the way the load moves, and the operator's responsibilities. And we have changed the risks. Some facilities love attachments, while other facilities discourage their use or only allow a very small group of trained operators to use them. They can certainly, in the right environments, increase productivity, however, in the wrong environment you'll find it's easy to damage product, slow down the productivity, and even present safety concerns as well. Forklift attachments came about because freight does not always come to us on a perfect 48 by 40 pallet. Warehousing, Manufacturing and Shipping had to evolve. Companies wanted to move more product, reduce damage, save money, use less packaging, and handle odd-shaped freight more efficiently. Companies have been building forklift attachments for decades, tracing their beginnings back to the late 1940's as a way to let a conventional lift truck push, pull, clamp, lift, and rotate different types of loads for a host of reasons. They were created to solve problems. A clamp attachment allows us to handle loads without forks going under a pallet. You may see carton clamps in appliance warehouses, paper goods, electronics, wine, packaged food, chemicals, and plastics. Think about big boxes of paper towels, refrigerators, washers, dryers, or cartons that are stacked and shipped without pallets. The clamp applies pressure from both sides and allows the operator to lift and move the product. My first experience with a clamp was unloading, stacking and storing washers and dryers. A unique experience to say the least. A paper roll clamp is common in paper mills, printing operations, and packaging plants. These clamps are made to handle large rolls of paper without damaging them. That takes skill. Too much pressure can crush or deform the roll. Too little pressure and the roll can slip. That operator has to understand the equipment, the product, the weight, the diameter, and the clamp pressure. One of my accounts used these, although I've never picked up one of those big, heavy rolls, I enjoyed watching them. The skill and focus were mesmerizing to me! A barrel clamp or drum clamp is used where drums, barrels, or round containers are moved. You may see these in chemical operations, food ingredient facilities, beverage plants, oil and lubricant operations, recycling, waste handling, and manufacturing. The goal is simple, safely grab and move a round container that does not sit on our forks the same way a pallet does. This is an amazing tool. Then we have the slip sheet attachment, often called a push-pull attachment. This one is interesting. This is a pretty common tool in distribution and storage environments. A lot of times product will be shipped on slip sheats. Instead of using a wooden pallet, the product sits on a thin sheet, often cardboard, fiberboard or plastic. The attachment grips the lip of that sheet, pulls the load onto wide platens, and then pushes it off at the destination. Manufacturers describe slip sheet handling as a way to ship, receive, and warehouse on inexpensive slip sheets rather than pallets, especially for bagged products, canned products and bottled items. I've seen all kinds of product shipped on slip sheets. So, why would a company use the slip sheet or push pull? Money, space, weight, sanitation, less pallet cost, less room needed for pallet storage, and overall, less wood in the facility. In some operations, especially export, grocery, beverage, and manufacturing, slip sheets can make sense. But, and this is an important point. Just because an attachment can do something does not mean every operator should be using it. Our training makes it clear that attachments change the forklift. The capacity, its operation, and maintenance plates or decals must be changed when a forklift is equipped with an attachment, and an unloaded forklift with an attachment must be treated as partially loaded. And we need to remember that modifications or additions affecting capacity or safe operation require prior written approval from the forklift manufacturer. That is a big deal. When we hang a clamp, push-pull, rotator, or barrel clamp on the front of a forklift, we are adding weight. We are changing the load center. We are changing visibility. We may be changing the way the forklift turns, stops, tilts, and reacts. And we are definitely changing the responsibility of the operator. A standard forklift operator already needs to know their data plate, load capacity, load center, travel speed, dock safety programs, pedestrians, horn use, ramps, trailers, and stability triangle. Add an attachment, and now that operator also needs to know clamp pressure, product damage points, hydraulic functions, attachment inspections, load shape, grip points, and how that attachment affects the capacity. Ok, the question of pay comes up. Having these experiences may bring more pay to the table. Not always, but it can. In many operations, an operator who can run a sit-down forklift is valuable. An operator who can run a sit-down forklift with a clamp, a slip sheet attachment, a roll clamp, or a drum clamp may be even more valuable. Why? Because fewer people can do it well. It requires more training, more patience, and more judgment. But more pay should also mean more accountability. We cannot say, I want the extra wages, but then not accept the extra responsibility. Attachments are specialty tools. Specialty tools require specialty habits. Let's talk about some of the dangers. With a carton clamp, the big risks are product damage, dropped loads, crushing, poor visibility, and over-clamping. If the operator clamps too hard, they can crush the freight. If they do not clamp hard enough, the load can slide out. If the load is not square, stable, or properly positioned, it can shift during travel. With a paper roll clamp, the risks include roll damage, dropped rolls, unstable travel, and poor positioning. A paper roll can be heavy, round, and unforgiving. Once it starts moving, it can keep moving. That means the operator must think ahead. With a barrel or drum clamp, we add the risk of round containers, liquid movement, chemical exposure, spills, and environmental concerns. A dropped drum is not just damaged freight. It may be a hazmat situation. It may become a slip hazard. It may require evacuation, cleanup, reporting, and investigation. With a slip sheet attachment, the danger is often in the technique. Push-pull work is not the same as sliding forks under a pallet. The operator has to grab the lip of the sheet, pull the load correctly, keep the product stable, and push it off without tipping, tearing, or shifting the load. Industry sources note that push-pull attachments require specific training, as do all attachments, and can reduce forklift capacity because of the attachment weight, and add complexity compared with normal pallet handling. And that is why some companies discourage their use. It may not be because the attachment is a bad thing. It may be because the facility does not have enough properly trained operators or maybe because the product damage is too high. It may be because the loads are just so inconsistent. To be honest, these tools, especially the slip sheet, just don't make sense in all situations. I know of a lot of produce houses that discourage their use because of so much product damage. They don't save a lot of unloading time if you spend any saved time picking up damaged product! And in our world, as we've learned speed can get us in trouble. A clamp operator cannot be rushed, a slip sheet operator cannot be careless, and a barrel clamp operator cannot assume every drum is stable. These jobs require focus. So where do we see these attachments? You may see clamps in receiving, shipping, production staging, appliance warehouses, paper product warehouses, grocery distribution, consumer goods, and retail distribution. I've seen roll clamps in paper mills, printing plants, packaging plants, and ports. You may see barrel clamps in chemical plants, food manufacturing, beverage, oil, recycling, and sanitation-related operations. And you may find slip sheet attachments in export loading, food and beverage distribution, manufacturing, agricultural products, electronics, cosmetics, and operations trying to reduce pallet cost. If you are an associate, forklift attachments can be an opportunity. They can make you more marketable and make you more useful to your facility. They can help you move from basic forklift operation into a specialty equipment role. But do not just jump on one. And we all know never to get on or even touch a machine or piece of powered industrial equipment that we have not been trained on and certified to operate right. Ask our managers for training. Ask to have the data plate explained to us. Ask how the attachment changes the machine's capacity. Ask what the inspection checklist looks like. Ask what products are approved to be handled. Ask what clamp pressure should be used. Ask what damage has happened before. Ask what near misses have occurred. Another words, communicate, ask questions, and learn. Be a professional. Be THAT employee. And if you are a lead, supervisor, or manager, do not assume a certified forklift operator is automatically qualified to use every attachment in the building. That operator needs equipment specific and workplace specific training. And the attachment needs to be part of the inspection program. The data plate needs to match the truck and attachment. The operator needs to know the limitations. OSHA's or your countries powered industrial truck guidance reminds us that the data plate gives the operator critical information such as forklift weight and capacity, and operators should read it to understand the truck's capabilities and limits. I think it's important to note here that a forklift attachment is not just an add-on. It is a new responsibility bolted to the front of the truck. Yes, it can help us move freight better and it can reduce pallet use, and it can protect product, and in certain environments It can improve efficiency, even open doors for operators who want to learn more and earn more. But it can also reduce capacity, block visibility, damage freight, create spills, drop loads, and hurt people when used incorrectly. So the message for today is simple. You don't need to fear forklift attachments, but we have to respect them, learn them, and inspect them, and understand what they change. And never forget that the more specialized the tool, the more professional that we, the operator needs to be. Well, I hope I answered a few of the questions on attachments. Until next time, keep learning, keep asking questions, and keep building your career one safe move at a time. And please keep in mind that the safety of ourselves and our team is our first responsibility.
Welcome to this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast. Kevin chats with Bill Pedriana, President of Noblelift North America, live from MODEX 2026. Noblelift, a global manufacturer of lithium-powered lift trucks, is introducing a new wave of innovation. The conversation centers on the launch of the Omega and Hero platforms, with a strong focus on AI integration and operator enablement. Pedriana shares how Noblelift is rethinking the forklift, not just as equipment, but as an AI forklift platform designed to improve productivity, safety, and workforce performance in modern warehouse environments.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
Welcome to another episode of "Forklift Systems Football Saturday" Coach kicks off "talking season" on Forklift Systems Football Saturday, dissecting the coaching carousel and the off-season anxiety of managing player rosters. Special guest Charles Davis joins the booth to break down the NFL Draft fallout, specifically examining why standout talents like Diego Pavia were overlooked by the league despite significant collegiate accolades. The episode pivots to the high-stakes evolution of the NCAA, tackling the controversial rise of legal sports gambling through the lens of recent Texas Tech investigations. As the landscape shifts, the crew analyzes the move toward NCAA tournament expansion and the escalating financial pressures forcing universities to redefine competitive success in a new era of college athletics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to our 700th episode of The New Warehouse Podcast. For this episode, we are going to Yale, forklifts that is. Kevin chats with leaders from Yale Lift Truck Technologies live at MODEX 2026. Featured guests include Brad Long, Kevin McWilliams, and Kyle Smart. They share how Yale is expanding beyond traditional lift trucks into broader warehouse automation solutions. From safer forklift environments to faster deliveries and easier automation starts, the message is clear: modern warehouse automation can be incremental, flexible, and results-driven.Learn more about our sponsor Dexory's Storage Health here. Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
Nick Flores of Evil Twin NYC interviews Bobby Sciacca of Sound + Fury Brewing This Episode is Sponsored by:Berkeley YeastOur Tropics yeast is based on a London Ale strain, but we added a new gene to its genome that codes for a unique thiol-releasing enzyme. The enzyme converts the precursors in barley to free thiols that smell and taste like passionfruit and grapefruit. It's super clean. No off-flavors like burnt rubber or other sulfurous notes. Just tropical aromatics. You don't have to do anything unusual either, like mash hopping. Just pitch dry Tropics and supercharge your hazy IPA.SennosIf you were at CBC in Philly, hopefully you stopped by the Sennos booth or ran into them at their sponsored events around Philly. For everyone who missed it, Sennos announced their latest hardware innovations. Sennos is the world's first complete solution for data-driven fermentation management — real-time, predictive insights, directly from your tanks — within reach for every brewery. Catch issues early, save batches, and grow your margins. Brew smarter at sennos.comMalteurop Malting CompanyMalteurop Malting Company (MMC) is based in North America—specializing in growing and producing quality malts for the craft beer and distilling industries. With local farms and Malthouses spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, MMC's commitment to excellence is fully ingrained into every batch it produces, ensuring breweries and distilleries of any size can create the finest beverages on the planet. Visit www.malteuropmaltingco.com to learn how MMC can support your malting needs. Contact MMC at customersuccess@malteurop.com or (844) 546-MALT (6258) for questions or to place your order.All About BeerAt All About Beer, we're honored to share the stories that define the beer community, and we couldn't do it without the generous support of our underwriting sponsors. Their commitment helps sustain independent beer journalism, allowing us to highlight the people, places, and passion behind every pint. Their partnership ensures these stories continue to inspire, connect, and celebrate the craft we all love. Join our underwriters today and help make an impact on independent journalism covering the beer industry.Host: Nick FloresGuest: Bobby Sciacca Sponsor: Malteurop Malting Co., Berkeley Yeast, Sennos, All About BeerTags: Brewing, Forklifts, Process, InspirationPhoto Credits: Courtesy of Bobby Sciacca and Nick Flores The following music was used for this media project:Music: Hip Hop Intro 06 by TaigaSoundProdFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9533-hip-hop-intro-06License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://linktr.ee/taigasoundprod ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In our world of warehousing, transportation, and supply chain operations, titles or what we call ourselves can vary widely. You may be in sanitation, running a scrubber and setting the plate for the next shift or you may be a yard spotter moving trailers or maybe you're on a forklift racking pallets, or an order selector chasing cases, a clerk managing paperwork, a dispatcher coordinating loads, or an inventory analyst balancing numbers that keep millions of dollars accounted for. All different roles with different responsibilities. But there is one thing that ties every successful associate, supervisor, and leader together. Welcome back all, I'm Marty with Warehouse and Operations as a Career and today I'd like to talk about Ownership. Ownership is not given to us with a certificate, a vest, or a title. It's not written into our job description. It's a decision, one we make every single shift. I think ownership is the mindset of saying this is my job, and I'm responsible for how it's done. Or if something goes wrong, I don't look around, I point at myself. If something can be better, I want to be part of the solution. In my view, ownership means you don't separate yourself from the outcome. I own that responsibility. Whether you're loading a trailer, counting inventory, or scheduling freight, your work represents not just you, but your team, your company, and our industry. Let's talk about us on the floor for a minute. Let's see, we'll start with sanitation. Ownership here means more than just cleaning. It means understanding why that aisle must be clear of debris, and why spills must be handled and cleaned up immediately, why a clean facility prevents injuries, contamination, and lost productivity. Understanding all that, ownership says, I'm not just cleaning, I'm protecting people and freight. And regarding the Forklift operator, ownership isn't just about moving product from point A to point B. To me it's about performing your pre-trip inspection like your safety depends on it, because it does, and handling product like it belongs to you and always being aware of your surroundings. Ownership says this machine, this load, and this environment are my responsibility. And pretty much the same with the order selector. Ownership shows up in accuracy, we all know how one mis-pick can affect a customer, a driver, and our reputation. And then there’s the productivity, our cases per hour can impact the entire operation. Here, if its mine, ownership says if it leaves my pallet, it's going to leave right. Are you starting to see a theme develop? What’s up next, the spotter or yard hauler. Ownership here is just as critical. It means knowing where every trailer is and why its spotted there, checking equipment before moving it or setting refer temps, and of course communicating clearly with the dock. Ownership says nothing moves in this yard without awareness and intention. And in positions like a clerk or dispatcher, or inventory control, or more office type settings, ownership in these roles is often invisible, but incredibly important. It means accuracy in documentation, clear communication with drivers and teams, staying ahead of problems before they hit the dock, and understanding discrepancies, not just reporting them, and digging into root causes, really just protecting the company's financial integrity and responsibilities. I think that ownership is saying If information flows through me, it flows correctly. And If the numbers are off, I don't guess, I'll investigate. Ok, enough of all that. Now let's talk about leadership. Ownership doesn't stop when you get promoted. I think it becomes even more important. A supervisor or manager who owns their role understands how the team's success is their success and that the team's failures are also their responsibility. And how the culture, safety, productivity, and morale all fall under their watch. Ownership in leadership is addressing issues immediately, not later, and like we learned last week, coaching instead of criticizing, and setting expectations clearly and consistently. And an important part is holding people accountable, but holding yourself accountable first. A leader with ownership never says that's not my department or that's not my problem. Instead, they say Let's figure it out, or how do we fix this? Or something like what can we do better next time? And of course ownership is one of the strongest drivers of safety in any facility. Like we learned in episode 362. You can have posters on the walls and safety meetings every day along with all the training programs in place, but if individuals don't take ownership? None of it sticks. Ownership in safety says I'm responsible for going home safe and helping others do the same. We've talked before about, what gets measured gets managed. That’s one of my many mentors favorite quotes. I've always believed ownership drives performance. When an associate owns their numbers, they know their cases per hour, and understand their goals, that person is always looking for ways to improve. They don't wait to be told. They take the initiative. I'm convinced that ownership turns average performance into consistent performance, which in turn takes consistent performance into top performance levels. On another note, have you ever heard anyone say that's not my job? That mindset will stall a career faster than almost anything else. Now, are there job descriptions? Absolutely. Are there responsibilities? Of course. But ownership, has to understand something bigger. We are part of a system, and every role impacts another, success is shared and so are failures. Now, Ownership doesn't mean doing everything. It means caring about everything. It means being willing to step in when needed, help a teammate, and raise your hand when something's off. It’s important to remember that the operation doesn't run on job descriptions. It runs on people. Here's something I probably don't talk about enough. In my opinion Ownership builds trust. When you consistently do what you say, take responsibility, and deliver results. People notice. And our Supervisors and Managers notice. But even more importantly? Your teammates notice. They know they can count on you. And in this industry, being someone, others can count on is everything. That’s how we grow and increase our earnings. Remember how I feel about being that employee. And speaking of growth. If you're looking to move up to that lead, supervisor, or manager role, ownership is the pathway. And you know I don't believe leadership is just about titles, authority, or even pay increases. It's about responsibility. And we've talked about the best leaders? They were the associates who owned their roles early on in their career, they took pride in their work, and they solved problems before they were asked. I always felt that my ownership told my leaders that I'm ready for more. In today's global supply chain, whether it's truckload, LTL, air freight, or ocean shipments, ownership matters. One missed detail can delay shipments, cost thousands of dollars and impact customers across the country or the world. Ownership at every level ensures accuracy, efficiency, and reliability. From the warehouse floor to international logistics, ownership is what keeps our supply chain intact. What else did I bullet point here. Ownership doesn't just affect your job. It affects your life. When you take ownership, you build confidence, and develop discipline, all while strengthening your reputation. You stop making excuses and you start making progress in your careers. I look at ownership as the difference between waiting for opportunities and creating opportunities. Ok, so how do we practice ownership everyday? I don't think it is complicated or difficult, but it does take thought and intention. I always speak to my new boots to start with this. Show up on time and ready to work. Know and understand your role, and know it well. And ask questions when you don't understand something. I urge everyone to take responsibility when mistakes happen, own it and look for ways to improve processes. I always add or wrap up an orientation by reminding us to help others succeed. That’s part of every job. Oh, and most importantly, Care about what you do. At the end of the day ladies and gentlemen, ownership is a choice. I'm not going to say any choice is a wrong choice, but I do think it has to be our choice. You can do the minimum, just stay in your lane and wait to be told what to do. Or, you can take pride in your work, lead from where you stand and be the example others follow. Another words, be THAT employee we're always talking about. In warehousing, transportation, and supply chain operations, we deal with movement, products, freight, and information. But the most important thing we move forward is people and I think we should say our careers and futures also. And I believe ownership is the driving force behind all of it. So, whatever your role is today, sanitation, forklift operator, selector, clerk, dispatcher, analyst, or leader, lets own it. A quick opinion, when you own your role, you don't just do the job. You define it and choose what it'll be. We all make so many choices and decisions every day. That's how we drive our personal and professional lives, and well, our futures and careers. If you have any thoughts or experiences with ownership please share them on our Instagram at waocpodcast or our Facebook feed using that @whseops and we'd love to hear from you by email, host@warehouseandoperationsasacareer.com. Until next week, be safe out there. Our friends and family are looking forward to seeing us.
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Welcome to another episode of Forklift Systems Football Saturday! Coach is joined by Tony Barnhart and Dennis Dodd to provide an extensive analysis of the 2026 NFL Draft’s opening days and the shifting landscape of college football. The discussion highlights the SEC’s continued dominance, noting a record-breaking 36 players drafted in the first two rounds. This professional success is juxtaposed with the evolving nature of the conference itself as it transitions to a nine-game schedule, a move analysts believe could allow a three-loss team to qualify for the expanded College Football Playoff for the first time. The panel examines high-profile prospects like Ruben Bain and Ty Simpson while also looking ahead to the next generation of stars, including Georgia's Gunner Stockton and Texas's Arch Manning. This transition of talent is discussed alongside insights from coaching legends Nick Saban and Urban Meyer, who offer perspectives on how the transfer portal has fundamentally changed talent evaluation. Beyond the field, the hosts reflect on 15 years of massive institutional shifts, from the collapse of the Pac-12 to the aggressive expansion of the Big Ten and SEC. These changes have brought significant financial and logistical pressures, leading to difficult decisions like Arkansas's move to cut its tennis programs to balance budgets. The broad conversation even touches on leadership changes in other arenas, such as Billy Donovan’s departure from the Chicago Bulls, and looks forward to the historic move of SEC Media Days to Tampa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
https://jo.my/4db87oMastering Pedestrian Right-of-WayOne of the top priorities of a solid Safety Culture is keeping everyone in the facility whole. We talk about heavy machines every day. But what about the person on foot? Walking on the floor is often more dangerous than driving. You have people, heavy equipment, and moving loads in the same space. It is a recipe for disaster if we do not have clear rules. Right-of-way is about mutual respect. It is about clear communication. It keeps the flow moving and keeps people from getting hurt. Everyone plays a role here. It is about awareness.Here are a few tips to assist you with Pedestrian Right-of-Way Protocols:Standardize your hand signals. This is critical. If a forklift operator sees you, they should signal their path clearly. If you are walking, make eye contact before crossing their path. Use simple hand waves to confirm you see each other. It is fast. It is safe. It stops the guessing games. If you are not sure, do not move. Wait for the signal.Use floor tape and physical barriers. These tools guide your movement. Tape is a visual reminder. Barriers are physical walls to keep folks safe. Make sure your lines are bright and clear. If a walkway is marked, stay in it. If a barrier is up, respect it. Never walk over or under a barrier.Wear your Hi-Viz apparel. If you are on the floor, you need to be seen. A bright shirt makes you stand out against the warehouse's dark colors. Do not let your gear get covered by a hoodie or coat. Bright colors save lives.Watch for blind spots. Forklifts have massive blind spots. Never assume a driver sees you. Stay back. Wait for a signal. If you cannot see the driver's eyes, they cannot see you. Stop. Look. Listen. Be predictable.As always, these are potential tips. Please be sure to follow the rules and regulations of your specific facility.Safety is a habit. It is not something you turn on or off at the door. When you walk through the warehouse, stay alert. Scan your surroundings. Check for traffic. Small steps like making eye contact or wearing your vest save lives. Think before you step. We are all here to get the work done and go home to our families in one piece. Protect yourself. Protect your coworkers. That is how we keep the culture strong. It is about being a professional every single day.Thank you for being part of another episode of Warehouse Safety Tips. Until we meet next time - have a great week, and STAY SAFE!#Safety #SafetyCulture #StaySafe #SafetyFirst #SafetyTips #StayAlert #SafetyAwareness #PedestrianSafety #DistractionFree #ZeroHarm #ForkliftSafety
Welcome to another episode of Forklift Systems Football Saturday! Coach Doug Mathews is joined by a powerhouse lineup—including Chris Low, Charles Davis, and Dennis Dodd—to break down shifts redefining college football. The crew dives into the growing consensus among elite coaches for a professionalized, 50-plus team "super-league" independent of the NCAA, a move accelerated by the financial fallout of the House v. NCAA settlement. As schools transition to revenue-sharing models, the group explores the SEC’s new power dynamics under Kirby Smart and the contrasting roster-building strategies of programs like LSU and Georgia. Looking toward the 2026 season, they identify Texas, Ole Miss, and Marcus Freeman’s Notre Dame as legitimate title threats while checking in on Michigan’s new era under head coach Kyle Whittingham. The conversation also shifts to the NFL Draft, where Charles Davis highlights how the transfer portal has fundamentally changed scout evaluations, placing a premium on a player’s adaptability and mental processing. Using 2025 Heisman winner and projected top pick Fernando Mendoza as the gold standard, the guests discuss how modern mobility and "pay-for-play" realities are impacting everyone from high school recruits to veteran coaches. From the Tennessee Titans’ options at the number four pick—including defensive standout David Bailey—to a critique of the Patriots' recent drafting struggles, this episode provides an essential roadmap for the high-stakes future of the sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another Episode of Forklift Systems Football Saturday This episode features a deep discussion on college athletics, space exploration, and the impact of transfer portals and NIL on college sports. Guest expert Tony Barnhart And Charles Davis shares insights on quarterback dynamics, NCAA revenue, and organizational success in college football. This episode features a deep discussion on college football, conference realignment, the impact of the Georgia lottery on education, and inspiring stories of resilience in sports. Experts analyze the future of college football playoffs, coaching strategies, and share compelling human interest stories. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to another edition of FSFS with Coach Doug Mathews! Coach is joined by Tony Barnhart, Dennis Dodd, and Charles Davis as they keep you up-to-date with everything going on in College Football spring practice & Transfer season as well as March Madness Final Four discussions!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of The New Warehouse Podcast, Kevin chats with Martin Boyd of Big Joe Forklifts about one of the most important shifts happening in material handling today. Big Joe has built its reputation on simple, cost-effective electric equipment and is now pushing deeper into lithium-powered solutions. The conversation centers on what it really takes to transition from internal-combustion to electric forklifts. More importantly, it explores why many operations hesitate, what has changed in technology, and how companies can make the transition without overspending or sacrificing performance.Learn more about our sponsors here: Ocado Intelligent Automation, MPC & IFS Softeon Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube.Support the show
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I attempt to provide better clarity as to why forklifts should be restricted to the shipping and receiving areas. hint: It is not only for safety!
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Welcome to a new episode of Forklift Systems Football Saturday. In this episode, we dive into the dynamic world of college sports, discussing the latest in football and basketball. We explore the impact of early enrollees and transfer portal players on college football programs, highlighting how these changes have transformed spring practices. We also delve into the NCAA's evolving landscape, including the financial dynamics of NIL deals and the potential future of college athletes as employees. Join us as we navigate the exciting shifts in college athletics and what they mean for the future of the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to a new episode of Forklift Systems Football Saturday. While the sports world is fixated on the hardwood, we’re diving into the massive shifts redefining the collegiate landscape. From the pressure of March Madness to the strategic maneuvers in college football, this episode breaks down the power plays shaping the future of the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
She's back! Jessica agreed to record another episode and since everyone loved the first one, here's part two!
Man on motorcycle hit by forklift that fell off a truck in Cleveland, The New York Post published a report that claims the new Iranian leader (who is still nowhere to be found)is likely gay, Wild bear crashes live news segment about intense bear encounter
Man on motorcycle hit by forklift that fell off a truck in Cleveland, The New York Post published a report that claims the new Iranian leader (who is still nowhere to be found)is likely gay, Wild bear crashes live news segment about intense bear encounterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to A new Edition Of Forklift Systems Football Saturday. Unlock the secrets behind why college sports are more complicated—and more exciting—than ever before. From NCAA chaos to conference power plays, this episode reveals how the biggest battles off the field could shape the future of college football and basketball. If you’re a fan tired of the behind-the-scenes drama but love the game, this episode is your must-listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to a new episode of Forklift Systems Football Saturday. This episode covers the latest developments in college sports, including recent meetings in Washington and Dallas, the future of college football, NIL issues, and the legacy of Lou Holtz. Experts Tony Barnhart, Charles Davis and Dennis Dodd provide in-depth reporting and analysis. This episode features in-depth discussions on college football changes, coaching strategies, and recent developments in the sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The latest episode of Forklift Systems Football Saturday features a deep dive into the latest off-the-field issues in college sports, including transfer rules, NIL contracts, and potential legislative changes. Dennis Dodd and Tony Barnhart analyze the implications of the SAFE Act, the power dynamics in college athletics, and the future of conference realignment. In this episode, Tony Barnhart discusses the latest developments in college sports, including NCAA rules, SEC basketball, and the future of college athletics, with insights into leadership, conference dynamics, and upcoming changes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode the hosts evaluate a $2.1M virtual reality forklift training business generating $600K+ in annual profit and debate whether it's a durable industrial SaaS opportunity—or a niche hardware rental play facing automation headwinds.Business Listing – https://flippa.com/12243476-8-y-o-virtual-reality-training-and-workplace-development-platformWelcome to Acquisitions Anonymous – the #1 podcast for small business M&A. Every week, we break down businesses for sale and talk about buying, operating, and growing them.Looking to build a professional website in minutes? Try Wix: https://wix.pxf.io/c/6898629/3115214/25616?trafcat=templateHubSpot is the backbone for how businesses scale without chaos. Try them out here: https://go.try-hubspot.com/OeG9Vr