Chain Reaction

Every decision in the supply chain sets off a ripple—sometimes a spark of innovation, sometimes a shockwave of disruption. Chain Reaction dives deep into the moments that change everything in freight, logistics, and fleet operations. From breakthrough technologies and operational strategies to the psychology of leadership and the realities of compliance, each episode unpacks the sparks, the consequences, and the connections driving the future of our industry. Whether you’re navigating the frontlines of transportation, leading strategic decisions, or rethinking the role of AI and data in your business, Chain Reaction delivers the conversations, insights, and behind-the-scenes stories that keep the global supply chain moving. Because in this industry, every move matters—and the next reaction could change everything.

Chain Reaction is a business podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 12 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Chain Reaction, a business show with 12 episodes published.

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  Episode #4

  Freight Runs on Data with Jeremy Baksht | Chain Reaction S2E4

  Feb 19, 202633 minS2

  This week on Chain Reaction, we sit down with Jeremy Baksht, CEO of Catena Clearing, to unpack one of freight’s biggest hidden problems: data fragmentation. This Podcast is Powered by Konexial #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #logistics #supplychainsecrets Key topics include: ➢ Why freight data fragmentation is still one of the industry’s biggest hidden costs ➢ How telematics + ELD data can move from compliance reporting to true strategic advantage ➢ The ROI behind better data flow ➢ Why freight identity, governance, and data sharing will define the next decade

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  Episode #3

  Chain Reaction S2E3 | Everything Supply Chain Leaders Should Know with Amy Thorn

  Feb 5, 202634 minS2

  New episode this Thursday! Jerry Daddesi and Amy Thorn dig into what senior supply chain leaders are really facing and where the profession is headed. This Podcast is Powered by Konexial #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #logistics #supplychainsecrets Key topics include: ➢ Why end-to-end visibility beats speed in today’s disrupted world ➢ How leading organizations balance resiliency vs. margin pressure ➢ The shift from supply chain as a cost center to a value and revenue creator. ➢ Why trusted, peer-to-peer executive communities matter more than ever

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  Episode #2

  Chain Reaction S2E2 | BulkLoads, AI, and the Future of Trucking: A Conversation with Jared Flinn

  Jan 22, 202647 minS2

  Jerry sits down with Jared Flinn, operating partner and co-founder of BulkLoads, to discuss his two decades in the logistics and trucking space. This Podcast is Powered by Konexial #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #logistics #supplychainsecrets Key topics include: ➢ Jared Flinn's two decades in the logistics and trucking space, focusing on technology innovation. ➢ The inspiration behind starting BulkLoads. ➢ The trucking industry being composed of over 90% owner-operators. ➢ Balancing AI automation with a human approach in customer service. ➢ How financial stress (cash flow) influences safety and business decision-making for carriers.

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  Chain Reaction S2E1 | Major technology shifts in Logistics with John Fitzgerald

  Jan 8, 202637 min

  Jerry sits down with John Fitzgerald, VP of Business Development at Project44, a global leader in supply chain visibility and a partner of Konexial. The discussion covers Fitzgerald's four decades of experience in the logistics industry, including his time at Airborne Freight and Fritz Companies, where he helped scale the business from $100 million to $1.5 billion in sales. This Podcast is Powered by Konexial #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #supplychainsolutions #logistics #logisticsnews #enterprisetech Key topics include: ➢ The evolution of the logistics industry from manual processes to digital. ➢ Comparisons of current economic downturns in the supply chain ➢ The continued importance of good people, human judgment, and experience, even with the rise of AI. ➢ Lessons learned from Fitzgerald's time in the Marine Corps. ➢ Major technology shifts in the last 20 to 30 years, such as the introduction of cloud, Software as a Service, and APIs. ➢ The difference between selling transportation services and selling technology solutions.

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  Episode #8

  Chain Reaction Episode 8 | Culture, Respect, and Safety with Elisabeth Barna

  Jan 7, 202636 minS1

  This episode features Elisabeth Barna, a 36-year trucking veteran and founder of EAB Strategies. She shares how culture, respect, and safety drive better retention and highlights her work on major industry campaigns like Trucking Moves America Forward. Barna's message is simple: be a great place to work with strong pay, real culture, and tech that makes drivers’ jobs easier. She urges fleets to prep for coming policy and safety-tech changes and to stay engaged, informed, and invested in people and equipment. This Podcast is Powered by Konexial #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #supplychainsolutions #logistics #logisticsnews #enterprisetech

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