
Crane Talk
We cover all things Crane related. From current events to news, we have you covered along with the regular story or two about what has happened on the job site.
Podcasting since 2024 • 15 episodes
Crane Talk
Latest Episodes
What Safety Culture Looks Like When It Actually Works with Laura Schoefer
Laura Schoefer, Senior Vice President of Claims at DUAL Specialty Construction & Transport, joins Crane Talk to share how she helped reimagine safety from a dry compliance function into a powerful company culture asset. From...
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Episode 15
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55:00

Insurance is Breaking—Here’s What Smart Crane Operators Are Doing with Jason Baynard
Jason Baynard, an Inland Marine underwriter at AmWINS, joins Crane Talk to unpack the volatile world of heavy iron insurance. From his early days at Chubb to building custom underwriting programs, Jason has seen it all—and has strong o...
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Episode 14
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40:56

How Texas Laws Are Shaping the Future of Construction
In this packed solo episode of Crane Talk, Ron and Gean dig into the Texas legislative session and what it means for crane operators, contractors, and heavy equipment companies. With nearly 8,000 bills under review, the team spotlights c...
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55:32

Cost of Cranes: Rising Prices and Market Pressures with Craig Martin
The tower crane industry is feeling the squeeze—rising costs, increasing competition, and the ever-evolving world of construction are putting companies to the test. In this episode of Crane Talk, Craig Martin, from Sun Crain & Hois...
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1:15:09

Why Social Inflation is Driving Insurance Rates Up with Billy Smith
In this episode of Crane Talk, Billy Smith, Executive Vice President at NBIS, takes listeners through his extraordinary career in the crane and rigging industry. From his early days as a crane operator to leading safety and risk management i...
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Episode 11
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1:03:02
