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FedEx

Mentioned in 50 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

# FedEx (company) A major global shipping and logistics company that operates a large pilot workforce and provides package delivery services. Recent podcast mentions primarily focus on the company's lawsuit against the Trump administration seeking refunds for tariffs paid during trade disputes, with claims exceeding $175 billion, as well as internal labor negotiations and employee benefit administration. The company is also referenced for customer service examples, brand recognition through its iconic logo design, and employment practices.

Episode Mentions

PBD Podcast

PBD Podcast · Apr 10, 2026

Trump Rips NATO + Newsom Fraud Scandal | PBD #775

Independent contractor driver Tanner Horner used FedEx delivery as cover for abducting and murdering 7-year-old Athena Strand in November 2022

Iran Military Operations and Strategic Decision-MakingCalifornia Medi-Cal Fraud and Government AccountabilityCriminal Justice System Failures and Repeat Offenders
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MK True Crime

MK True Crime · Apr 10, 2026

Hawaii Doc Found GUILTY, Husband Arrested Over Missing Wife in Bahamas, and Horrifying Murder of Athena Strand, with Terry Bentley Hill

Delivery service mentioned as employer of Tanner Horner, the defendant in the Athena Strand murder case

Attempted Murder vs. Manslaughter Charging DecisionsJury Verdict Compromise and Overcharging StrategyWitness Credibility Assessment in Criminal Trials
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Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer

Pitchfork Economics with Nick Hanauer · Apr 7, 2026

The Wage Standard: What’s Wrong in the Labor Market and How to Fix It (with Arin Dube)

Non-unionized competitor to UPS; pays significantly lower wages for comparable jobs, illustrating employer wage-setting power

Minimum Wage Policy and Employment EffectsWage-Productivity Gap Since 1980Employer Market Power and Monopsony
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Fox News Hourly Update

Fox News Hourly Update · Apr 4, 2026

8PM ET 04/03/2026 Newscast

Recently raised fuel surcharges to reflect rising oil prices alongside competitors

F-15E Fighter Jet Shot Down in IranSearch and Rescue Operations Middle EastTrump Executive Order College Sports Transfer Rules
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Brooke and Jeffrey

Brooke and Jeffrey · Apr 2, 2026

FULL SHOW: Proposal Rejection Awkward Call, Talk Like a Caveman + Karen Revenge Plan (4/2/26)

Employer of guest Jeffrey, a FedEx driver who participated in the game segment

Easter candy market trends and consumer preferencesAdult participation in Easter egg huntsChocolate bunny consumption methods and preferences
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Brooke and Jeffrey

Brooke and Jeffrey · Apr 2, 2026

Win Brooke's Bucks (4/2/26)

Guest Jeffrey works as a FedEx driver and discussed delivery route optimization and left turn avoidance practices.

Trivia game showsNational Twin DayFedEx delivery operations
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93X Half-Assed Morning Show

93X Half-Assed Morning Show · Mar 31, 2026

Get a Job?

Shipping company mentioned as actively hiring for warehouse and driver positions

Job Search Challenges and AI ScreeningTrade Skills and Career StabilityResume Fraud and Misrepresentation
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Macroaggressions

Macroaggressions · Mar 27, 2026

Flashback Friday | #414: The Red Sea Shooting Gallery

Logistics company that diverted away from Red Sea due to security and insurance concerns

Red Sea Maritime Security and Houthi Missile AttacksBab el-Mandeb and Strait of Hormuz Chokepoint GeopoliticsBRICS Expansion and Strategic Port Control
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The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis

The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis · Mar 23, 2026

The Coming AI Rules Battle

Delivering AI training to 400,000-person workforce in partnership with Accenture; designing bespoke, continuous upskilling program

AI Enterprise Adoption and ImplementationWorkforce Transformation and Job DisplacementAI Regulation and Legislative Framework
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Mar 20, 2026

Last Looks: Law Abiding Citizen

Mentioned in anecdote about fake blood shipment from Law Abiding Citizen production leaking in delivery truck.

Film production logistics and scheduling constraintsScreenwriting collaboration and script revision processesAction film narrative structure and third-act construction
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Pod Meets World

Pod Meets World · Mar 3, 2026

Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior

Referenced in film plot as delivery service that shipped the mystical box containing Yang Lo's spirit

Disney Channel Original Movies (DCOMs) production and distribution strategyMartial arts choreography in family entertainmentAsian representation and stereotyping in 2000s children's media
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Marketplace

Marketplace · Feb 27, 2026

Fast-casual meal deals are upon us

High-profile company suing to preserve tariff refunds with hundreds of millions at stake

Tariff Policy and Supreme Court RulingProducer Price Index and Inflation StickinessData Center Construction and AI Infrastructure Spending
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Armstrong & Getty On Demand

Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Feb 27, 2026

I Make Myself Cringe All The Time. You'll Get Used To It.

Logistics company committing to return tariff refunds to shippers and customers; one of 1,800 companies that sued over tariff policy

Congressional Oversight and Partisan InvestigationsAI Safety and Military ApplicationsPentagon-Anthropic Negotiations on Lethal Autonomous Systems
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Odd Lots

Odd Lots · Feb 27, 2026

The Scramble Is On for Businesses to Get Their Tariff Refund Checks

Sued government for tariff refunds as importer of record for small parcels; faces brand pressure to return refunds to customers despite no legal obligation

Tariff Refund Mechanics and TimelinesCourt of International Trade ProceduresSecondary Market for Tariff Claims
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NPR News Now

NPR News Now · Feb 26, 2026

NPR News: 02-26-2026 5PM EST

Shipping giant suing Trump administration for tariff refunds owed to shippers and customers from trade war

Congressional Oversight and Committee Rules ViolationsIran Nuclear Negotiations and U.S. Military BuildupTariff Refunds and Trade War Litigation
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Politics Friday

Politics Friday · Feb 26, 2026

Lawmakers push for proposals to tackle fraud, receive new economic forecast

Logistics company seeking tariff refunds amid uncertainty over tariff policy continuation

Office of Inspector General Proposal and Enforcement PowersFraud Prevention vs. Fraud Prosecution StrategyState Technology Infrastructure Modernization
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Marketplace All-in-One

Marketplace All-in-One · Feb 26, 2026

Kai returns to unpack Trump's new tariff

Sued administration for tariff refunds; example of large importer with documentation capacity to pursue illegal tariff claims

Supreme Court tariff ruling and IEPA illegalitySection 122 tariffs and balance-of-payments doctrineTariff refund litigation and administrative complexity
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Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast

Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast · Feb 26, 2026

Harry Litman & Rep. Jared Moskowitz

Sued Trump administration for tariff refunds, signaling potential corporate legal challenge

Epstein Files Transparency and DOJ ObstructionFBI 302 Reports and Victim Interview DocumentationTrump Administration Document Withholding
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FDX ALPA Podcast

FDX ALPA Podcast · Feb 25, 2026

Fly By Night: R&I Committee – Enhanced Catch-Up Contribution February 2026

Employer providing 9% non-elective PRSP contributions and administering enhanced catch-up provisions for pilot retirement

Enhanced Catch-Up Contributions (Secure 2.0)401(k) PRSP Plan AdministrationIncome Phase-Out Rules for Pre-Tax Contributions
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PBD Podcast

PBD Podcast · Feb 25, 2026

Trump's State of the Union + Supreme Court Tariff Troubles | PBD #746

Sued U.S. government for tariff refunds after Supreme Court ruled tariffs illegal; seeking $175B+ in total refund claims

Supreme Court Tariff Ruling and Congressional RatificationSmall Business Impact of Trade Policy UncertaintyDemocratic Party 2028 Primary Fragmentation
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Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis

Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Feb 25, 2026

Hour 3 of NMN, The Guest Hour

Mentioned in context of proposed Virginia delivery tax affecting package delivery services

State of the Union Address Strategy and MessagingImmigration Policy and Sanctuary CitiesVoter ID and Election Security Requirements
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Morning Wire

Morning Wire · Feb 25, 2026

Trump Salutes American Exceptionalism | 2.25.26

Announced lawsuit against government seeking full refund of tariffs paid; signals potential business litigation over tariff policy

Trump State of the Union Address 2026Tariff Policy and Trade AuthoritySection 122 Trade Act Authority
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It Could Happen Here

It Could Happen Here · Feb 25, 2026

Florida’s Groyper Candidate for Governor

Referenced as example of company allegedly discriminating against American workers in favor of H-1B visa holders

H-1B visa restrictions and labor market protectionsStudent visa policy and foreign enrollment in US universitiesGreat Replacement conspiracy theory in electoral politics
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Armstrong & Getty On Demand

Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Feb 24, 2026

I Rolled A 6. Do I Go After The Pope Or Those Damn Immigrants?

Mentioned by Jack Armstrong as having successfully located and returned his lost bag after multiple contact attempts

Ukraine-Russia War Military Casualties and Economic ImpactState of the Union Address Constitutional Role vs. Modern PracticeImmigration Policy and Border Security Messaging
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PBS News Hour - Full Show

PBS News Hour - Full Show · Feb 24, 2026

February 23, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode

Filed suit in international trade court seeking tariff refund, signaling corporate opposition to Trump's tariff policies

Mexican Drug Cartel Violence and El Mencho's DeathTrump Tariff Policy and Supreme Court RulingFBI Director Oversight and Taxpayer Resource Use
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NPR News Now

NPR News Now · Feb 24, 2026

NPR News: 02-23-2026 7PM EST

Shipping giant suing Trump administration for full refund of tariffs paid during trade war after Supreme Court ruled tariffs were illegally levied

Tariff Litigation and Trade PolicyExtreme Weather and Climate EventsFederal Science Funding Appropriations
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FDX ALPA Podcast

FDX ALPA Podcast · Feb 18, 2026

Fly By Night: Fact Team February 2026

Employer of pilots; subject of tentative agreement being explained by FACT Team

Pilot Contract Ratification ProcessFACT Team Structure and OperationsTentative Agreement (TA) Section Rollouts
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Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Happier with Gretchen Rubin · Feb 18, 2026

Ep. 574: Are You Already Falling Behind on Your New Year’s Resolutions? Plus Ideas for “Move 26”

Logistics company whose logo features hidden arrow design element discussed as example of clever logo design

New Year's Resolutions Strategy and AbandonmentDetermination Day FrameworkFour Tendencies Personality Framework
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FDX ALPA Podcast

FDX ALPA Podcast · Feb 13, 2026

Fly By Night: Trip Services Committee February 2026

Primary employer; discussed regarding Flight Services Desk operations, hotel contracts, and crew services management

Hotel vendor selection and contract negotiationsGround transportation booking and logisticsCrew catering services and food safety protocols
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The Dave Gerhardt Show (from Exit Five)

The Dave Gerhardt Show (from Exit Five) · Feb 12, 2026

The Strategy Behind Canva’s B2B Growth with Emma Robinson and Kristine Segrist

Canva enterprise customer example with 1400 teams using brand governance tools

Marketing organizational structureB2B vs B2C marketing integrationBrand campaign strategy and measurement
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The Joe Budden Podcast

The Joe Budden Podcast · Feb 7, 2026

Episode 901 | "Loser Sibling"

Employer where Glorilla's mother works, central to family financial obligation discussion

J. Cole Album Analysis and Concept Album TrendsFamily Wealth Redistribution and Sibling ObligationIndependent Artist Label Partnerships and Ownership
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FDX ALPA Podcast

FDX ALPA Podcast · Feb 5, 2026

Fly By Night: Scheduling Committee March 2026 Build Week

Primary employer; MD-11 grounding and staffing crisis directly impacts pilot scheduling, hiring, and operational capacity

MD-11 Aircraft Grounding ImpactPilot Staffing and Attrition ManagementBid Line Construction and Scheduling
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Ancient Aliens

Ancient Aliens · Jan 29, 2026

Aliens In Our Airspace

Employer of Captain Eric Delgado, who recorded and reported 2020 UAP encounter over Mexico to civilian research organization NARCAP.

Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) pilot reporting systemsCommercial aviation safety and UAP collision riskFAA regulatory gaps in UAP incident investigation
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TBTL: Too Beautiful To Live

TBTL: Too Beautiful To Live · Jan 28, 2026

#4651 Live, Lüft, Love

Luke discusses interaction with FedEx delivery driver who asked about the Madrona Hill Studio

German home ventilation practices (Lüften)Work-life balance and burnout recoveryRural relocation and lifestyle design
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The Tucker Carlson Show

The Tucker Carlson Show · Jan 9, 2026

James Fishback on DeSantis’s Attack on Free Speech, Randy Fine’s Bloodlust, & America Last Globalism

Company mentioned as example of firms prioritizing H1B hiring over American worker employment

H1B Visa Program Labor ArbitrageForeign Student Visa Policy (600,000 Chinese students)State Pension Fund Geopolitical Investment
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Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey (Motivation, Self Help, and Mental Health)

Miracle Mentality with Tim Storey (Motivation, Self Help, and Mental Health) · Jan 5, 2026

Paul Orfalea: The Harsh Reality of Running a Multi-Billion-Dollar Company | Entrepreneurship | E21

FedEx acquired Kinko's in a major transaction that resulted in significant financial returns for Orfalea

Entrepreneurship and business foundingADHD and dyslexia in business leadershipKinko's company history and growth
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KILL TONY

KILL TONY · Dec 16, 2025

#748 - ARI MATTI + EHSAN AHMAD

Delivery service mentioned in context of package delivery issues

Stand-up comedy career development and progressionComedy venue economics and ticket sales trendsAddiction recovery and sobriety in comedy narratives
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The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe

The Skeptics' Guide to the Universe · Nov 29, 2025

The Skeptics Guide #1064 - Nov 29 2025

Logistics provider impersonated in holiday season phishing and scam delivery notification emails

Fusion Energy CommercializationCRISPR Gene Editing in AgricultureNitrogen Fertilizer Reduction
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Search Engine

Search Engine · Nov 21, 2025

Colossus 2

Memphis-based company operating 400 daily cargo flights, compared to XAI emissions in community debate

AI Data Center Financing and Debt BubblesGPU Obsolescence and Collateral RiskNvidia Chip Supply Chain and Pricing
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Becoming UnDone

Becoming UnDone · Nov 1, 2025

140 | From Refugee to CEO: Quang X. Pham's Journey of Grit, Toughness, and Effort

Founder Fred Smith cited by Quang as admirable with non-traditional career track; example of alternative path to success.

Refugee and immigrant entrepreneurshipMilitary to civilian career transitionAction-based mindset and execution
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KILL TONY

KILL TONY · Oct 28, 2025

#741 - PAULY SHORE + ROSEANNE

Mentioned as employer of comedian Eric McVeigh who works as a delivery driver

Stand-up Comedy Performance TechniquesEmerging Comedian Development and MentorshipCost of Living and Geographic Arbitrage for Performers
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Sasquatch Chronicles

Sasquatch Chronicles · Oct 19, 2025

SC EP:1198 What I saw fills me with dread

Mason worked as a delivery driver for FedEx in Winchester, Virginia when he had his third and most significant encounter

Sasquatch encounter documentation and witness testimony analysisCryptid behavior patterns and investigative methodologyPsychological impact of unexplained creature encounters
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We Fixed It. You're Welcome.

We Fixed It. You're Welcome. · Sep 2, 2025

Taylor Swift & The Orange Glitter Effect

Example of brand with unclear natural affinity to Taylor Swift that participated in orange glitter trend for visibility lift

Viral Marketing Strategy and Trend ParticipationBrand Authenticity in Cultural MomentsSocial Media Management and Rapid Response
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So True with Caleb Hearon

So True with Caleb Hearon · Aug 28, 2025

Carly Kane Returns

Mentioned in humorous context regarding accident settlements and potential language acquisition benefits

Customer Service Quality DeclineE-Bike Infrastructure and Docking IssuesRestaurant Industry Labor Dynamics
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KILL TONY

KILL TONY · Aug 12, 2025

#731 - MATT MCCUSKER + SHANE GILLIS

Delivery company where one comedian currently works as package delivery driver

Stand-up Comedy PerformanceFamily Trauma and Parental DeathSubstance Abuse (Cocaine, Heroin, Ecstasy)
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The Home Service Expert Podcast

The Home Service Expert Podcast · Aug 8, 2025

Maximizing Fleet Efficiency: Insights from Industry Experts with Renee Millum

Major logistics company cited as example of Fortune 500 company using fleet leasing strategy

Fleet leasing vs. purchasing financial analysisVehicle depreciation and total cost of ownershipSales tax optimization for fleet vehicles
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Perceived Reality

Perceived Reality · Jul 1, 2025

He Came to America with $50—Now He's Rewiring an $11 Trillion Industry

Referenced as example of unified carrier system that guest's platform aims to replicate across multiple carriers

AI in Supply Chain ManagementLast-Mile Delivery OptimizationLogistics Industry Consolidation
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The Uncertain Hour

The Uncertain Hour · Apr 19, 2023

Chapter 5: Profits and Perverse Incentives

Employer that hired welfare participant at $15/hour after initial General Mills placement; promoted participant to supervisor within 5 months

Welfare-to-work privatization models and performance outcome paymentsWork requirements policy expansion (Medicaid, SNAP, housing programs)Corporate lobbying influence on welfare policy
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The Uncertain Hour

The Uncertain Hour · Feb 24, 2021

The liquid workforce

Example of company where workers wear FedEx uniforms but may be employed by third-party contractors rather than FedEx directly.

Contingent Workforce ManagementLabor Outsourcing and OffshoringNon-Employee Workforce Strategy
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The Uncertain Hour

The Uncertain Hour · Feb 17, 2021

“To suffer or permit to work”

Delivery company that argued it was a logistics operation rather than delivery company to avoid employee classification in court.

Worker Misclassification and Independent Contractor StatusFair Labor Standards Act and Minimum Wage Law HistoryABC Test for Employee Classification (California)
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