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Going back to college as a working adult isn’t just about hitting the books—it’s about navigating broken systems, managing 70-hour workweeks, and finding the time to study after everyone else’s needs have been met.

In this episode, Gia gets real about what it means to return to school while working full-time in logistics, caring for family, and still pushing toward something greater. From formatting papers in APA while coordinating freight, to the mental weight of financial aid mix-ups—this episode speaks to every adult who’s gone back to school for a reason bigger than themselves.

After completing her AAS in Supply Chain Management, Gia thought she was done. But now she’s back—pursuing a Bachelor’s in Project Management with a minor in HR—because when you know there’s more in you, you go for it.

In this episode:

• Why finishing matters more than a title
• What no one tells you about adult learning and financial aid
• How real-world logistics doesn’t match outdated academic expectations
• The toll of juggling work, school, caregiving, and exhaustion
• Why SMART goals and self-made systems are survival tools
• Encouragement for rewriting your story, one deadline at a time

“We carve out the time—after work, after dinner, after bedtime. We show up for everyone else, then sit down and meet our deadlines. Why? Because we want better. For them. And for us.”

“People say, ‘You brought this on yourself.’ Maybe we did. But we did it to build wealth and knowledge. Because it’s never too late to finish what you started.”

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In this episode of Holding the Line, Gia unpacks how copper has transformed from a basic industrial metal into a critical driver of global logistics, electrification, and supply chain strategy.

Discover why surging demand—from EVs to AI-powered data centers—is colliding with shrinking inventories and looming tariffs. We’ll break down the “Six Ds” fueling what many call a new commodity super cycle and explore two possible scenarios for copper prices in 2025.

Most importantly, we connect the dots to logistics: how copper costs are rippling through fleet upgrades, warehouse modernization, and transportation networks worldwide.

Whether you’re managing procurement, moving freight, or tracking market volatility, this episode will help you stay informed and ready for what’s next.

✅ Topics Covered:

• Why copper demand is exploding
• Recent price rallies and market volatility
• The looming impact of tariffs
• The Six Ds driving the commodity supercycle
• How copper is reshaping transportation and logistics

🔗 Listen now to learn why copper is no longer just a building material—it’s a barometer of the global economy.

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In this episode of Holding the Line: A Logistics at a Crossroads Podcast, Gia breaks down essential terms in the shipping and logistics industry that often get overlooked. From ETA vs ETD and LCL vs FCL to MAWB vs HAWB, Gia explains the jargon that drives global trade and logistics operations. Whether you're in the industry or just curious about how goods get from point A to point B, this episode will give you the knowledge you need to better understand the logistics world.

Key Takeaways:

• The difference between ETA and ETD and why it matters
• LCL vs FCL and choosing the right container load
• Understanding MAWB and HAWB in airfreight
• How these terms impact the efficiency of global trade and logistics

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In this episode of Holding the Line: A Logistics at a Crossroads Podcast, Gia explores the impact of today’s trade slowdowns, shifting shipping cycles, and evolving technology on the logistics industry.

From empty container yards at major ports to the ripple effects reaching small businesses and independent truckers, this moment challenges us all to rethink how we work—and how we adapt.

You’ll hear insights on:
✅ The data behind declining throughput and rising dwell times
✅ Real examples of innovation, like AI-driven scheduling and predictive analytics
✅ The human stories of planners, dispatchers, and drivers navigating uncertainty
✅ Practical ways you can prepare your operation for the rebound

If you’re in the logistics world, this conversation is for you. Let’s explore how resilience is built—not just in strategy rooms, but in everyday decisions to keep freight moving.

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145%. That’s where tariffs on Chinese imports currently sit. Now? The U.S. might drop them below 60%—or maybe just to 80%.

Sounds like relief, right?

Not quite. For logistics professionals, it’s not a reprieve—it’s another round of planning limbo.

This episode unpacks what’s really happening behind the headlines:
📦 Why freight planning doesn’t bounce back just because tariffs fall
🧠 How policy whiplash is reshaping supply chain trust
📉 What happens when business strategy is built on reactive mode

Even as Chinese exports to the U.S. fall 21%, the damage is already in motion—disrupted timelines, renegotiated contracts, and uncertainty baked into every lane.

Tariffs aren’t just taxes. They’re signals.
And when those signals shift on a dime, freight doesn’t flow. It hesitates.

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In this episode of Logistics at a Crossroads, Gia explores the next wave of logistics evolution—where innovation meets real-world grit.

From the rapid rise of rail as a tech-driven powerhouse to the shipping industry’s struggle to navigate global disruptions and climate mandates, this episode unpacks the challenges—and the hope—driving 2025. Gia also dives into the vital role women are playing in logistics, especially through digital platforms that amplify leadership, transparency, and transformation.

🔍 Topics covered:

• How GPS, automation, and predictive analytics are modernizing rail
• Why shipping must adapt quickly to meet emission goals and digital demands
• The continued underrepresentation of women in logistics—and how social media is changing that
• A personal reflection from Gia on 20+ years in the industry and where we go from here

Whether you're on the warehouse floor, behind the dispatch screen, or steering the strategy at a global port, this one’s for you.

🎧 Join us at the intersection of logistics and life—and see where the tracks ahead might take us.

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As driverless trucks hit the highways in Texas, we’re entering a new chapter in logistics—one where innovation is moving fast, but the human impact may be getting left behind.

In this episode, Gia takes a hard look at the rise of autonomous trucking: the promises of 24/7 operation and fuel savings, the cracks in safety data, and the looming displacement of millions of professional drivers. With real-world statistics and honest reflection, we ask: Can technology and humanity co-exist on the open road? From AI in the driver’s seat to the future of freight labor, this is a crossroads we can’t afford to ignore.

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In this episode, Gia delves into the seasonal disruption of blank sailings and its far-reaching effects on global logistics. Every year, the industry faces a summer slowdown, but every 3-4 years, the ripple effects hit harder, causing significant delays, capacity constraints, and higher costs.

Gia discusses how this disruption impacts the U.S. logistics landscape and global trade, emphasizing the role of port congestion and global supply chain delays. From truckers pivoting to different freight types to companies enhancing inventory management strategies, this episode explores the resilience of logistics professionals in adapting to ever-changing challenges.

Join Gia as she breaks down how the logistics industry navigates these disruptions, the adaptation strategies at play, and how the future can be reshaped through innovation and adaptability.

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