In this episode of “Don’t Dwell On It”, Harris + Sydney sit down with Amaro Luna, Chief Product Officer + co-founder at Telegraph, to explore why better data is truly the backbone of the modern rail ecosystem. Drawing on over a decade working in the transportation industry, Amaro explains how small information failures can create massive operational waste, + why shippers should care deeply about data quality as AI becomes more central to decision-making.

These three dive into the myths around rail data standards, the realities of EDI, + the cultural barriers that keep legacy industries from adopting new technology. Amaro + Sydney reflect on why better data isn’t just about efficiency, it’s about unlocking a new way of operating. For Amaro, the future of rail belongs to those who build the systems that make moving freight simpler, smarter, + more predictable.

About Telegraph

Telegraph is a leader in delivering digital solutions to railroads, shippers, logistics service providers, terminals, + railcar leasing companies. With an integrated platform that provides price transparency, shipment visibility, + proactive business intelligence, Telegraph empowers customers, and makes shipping by rail easier + more effective. For more details, visit www.telegraph.io and follow us on LinkedIn.

The proposed Union Pacific + Norfolk Southern merger has been framed as a means of establishing more competition among railroads, but is this message supported by the math? In “The Importance of Being Competitive”, David is joined by guest host Dr. Jason Miller, a professor of Supply Chain Management at the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University, to help break down the logic behind this proposed deal. Jason argues that the rail industry’s volume challenges will not be solved through consolidation.

David + Jason examine whether a merged UP + NS truly creates value for shippers, unlocks new rail conversion opportunities (spoiler alert: Jason doubts it), + what it means for one carrier to control over 40% of many commodities tracked by the STB. Is this merger really about competition or just the appearance of it?

About Telegraph

Telegraph is a leader in delivering digital solutions to railroads, shippers, logistics service providers, terminals, + railcar leasing companies. With an integrated platform that provides price transparency, shipment visibility, + proactive business intelligence, Telegraph empowers customers, and makes shipping by rail easier + more effective. For more details, visit www.telegraph.io and follow us on LinkedIn.

Every railyard has its ghosts - near misses + moments that still echo down the main line. In “The Tell-Tale Yard”, Harris is joined by guest host, Sabin Reynolds of Watco, to swap stories from their days in Class I operations, where some shifts came with equal parts adrenaline + anxiety. From middle of nowhere shakeups to their split-second decisions that may haunt you for years, they revisit some of their favorite “spooky” freight rail tales!

Between the laughter + shudder-inducing memories, Harris + Sabin unpack what these “operator horror stories” taught them about leadership, accountability, + resilience. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the people who make rail work - and the moments that remind us why experience, instinct, + just a little bit of humor matter when you’re out in the yard!

About Telegraph

Telegraph is a leader in delivering digital solutions to railroads, shippers, logistics service providers, terminals, + railcar leasing companies. With an integrated platform that provides price transparency, shipment visibility, + proactive business intelligence, Telegraph empowers customers, and makes shipping by rail easier + more effective. For more details, visit www.telegraph.io and follow us on LinkedIn.