Breaking News Now: LA Fires Update
In today’s special episode of Supply Chain Now, we introduce a new series, “Breaking News Now,” to bring live, timely, and relevant stories to its audience. In the inaugural episode, hosts Scott Luton and Kristi Porter discuss the devastating impact of the California wildfires with Janice Steverding, Chief Impact and Operations Officer at Gifts for Good.
The conversation highlights the resilience and community spirit of Angelenos, the challenges faced by first responders, and the importance of supporting those affected. Janice shares her personal experience of evacuation and the overwhelming support from neighbors and colleagues.
Listen in for actionable ways to help, including donating to vetted organizations and using the Watch Duty app for real-time updates, and the need for collective action and long-term support for recovery efforts.
This episode is hosted by Scott Luton and Kristi Porter, and produced by Amanda Luton and Trisha Cordes.
Additional Links & Resources
Check out all the great resources and information mentioned during the show:
- Watch on YouTube
- Connect with Jenise
- Learn more about Gifts for Good
- Learn more about the Watch Duty app
- Learn more about Logistics with Purpose®
- Learn more about Vector Global Logistics
- Learn more about our hosts
Want more Supply Chain Now?
We know you can’t get enough Supply Chain Now! Don’t miss a single episode, livestream, or webinar:
- Watch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here
- Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform
- Connect with the Supply Chain Now community and programming
- Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now’s NEW Media Kit
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- AI Insights for Smarter Shipping Strategies
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- The Rise of the Decision Makers
- UPCOMING WEBINAR- Embracing Agility for better TMS ROI
- Check out all upcoming Supply Chain Now Events
- For everything else, start here!
More Podcast Episodes


Supply Chain Now Episode 84
Supply Chain Now Radio, Episode 84 “2019 AME Atlanta Lean Summit- Session 3: The Keynotes”


Giving Forward at the Reverse Logistics Association Conference with Claudia Freed
Host Scott Luton was joined by Claudia Freed, President & CEO of EALgreen, where she helps students get an education beyond high school. By helping logistics companies offload unneeded equipment, she helps technical schools train new drivers – starting them down the path of productive a lifelong career…