Crane Talk

When God Wakes You with Douglas G. Greathouse II

Douglas G. Greathouse II spent years working in law enforcement, hoisting and rigging, safety, and ministry. Beneath the accomplishments, he says he was chasing recognit

How Lawsuit Abuse Is Hitting the Crane Industry with Billy Woolf of Davis Crane

“A good safety culture starts with leadership willing to look in the mirror.” In this episode of Crane Talk, the crew sits down with Billy Woolf, acting Safety Director

Trucking vs Washington: The Insurance Crisis

In this episode of Crane Talk, Isaac Smith is joined by Ron Thompson and Jean Greiner to break down what Ron heard during his trip to Capitol Hill with trucking and crane

The Real Cost of an OSHA Citation

In this episode of Crane Talk, the team is joined by OSHA defense attorney Michael Rubin to unpack what really happens after a serious crane accident. From the moment the

Why Most Crane Insurance Programs Fail Long Term With Chris Thomas

In this episode of Crane Talk, the team sits down with Chris Thomas, CEO of Artes, a London-based MGA specializing in bespoke insurance programs for cranes, rigging, and

Social Inflation and the Crane Industry’s Insurance Crisis with Aaron Jackson

This episode of Crane Talk features Aaron Jackson, EVP of Redstone Underwriters, providing an underwriter’s perspective on the challenges facing crane and rigging insuran

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 complianc

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 cus

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 com

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 th

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

Texas Lawsuit Reform In the Crane Industry with Lee Parsley

In this episode of Crane Talk, hosts Ron Thompson and Gene Greiner sit down with Lee Parsley, President and General Counsel of Texans for Lawsuit Reform (TLR), to discuss

Navigating Legal Challenges and the Role of AI in Insurance Claims

Ron and Gene are back fresh from the Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association Conference in Phoenix, AZ. They recount stories of their time there, dig into the strate

Building a Crane Empire with Chad Skogsberg and Ginger Cranes

How does a chance encounter with a crane operator turn into a successful business? Join us on Crane Talk as we welcome Chad Skogsberg, one of the founders of Ginger Crane

Understanding Judicial Hellholes and Their Economic Impact on the Crane Industry

In this episode of Crane Talk as we unravel the secrets behind top infamous jurisdictions that are being referred to as Judicial Hellholes in the Crane and Heavy Iron ind

Accident Prevention & Forensic Reconstruction with Crane Expert Jim Wiethorn

Join us for a riveting journey through the high-stakes world of crane safety with Jim Wiethorn, the seasoned founder of International Cranes and Construction and Safety S

Putting Up With New Data Needs In Today’s Crane Insurance World

Strap in for a deep dive into the insurance market's currents and undercurrents, where we unravel the tapestry of legislative endeavors like Texas House Bill 19, set

Legal Advertising and Soaring Insurance Rates in the Heavy Construction Industry

In this episode, Ron and Gene outline the complexities of the crane and heavy equipment industry, shedding light on the stark realities of sky-high insurance premiums and

Navigating the Impact of Thermonuclear Verdicts on the Crane Industry

This episode peels back the curtain on the multi-million dollar jury awards driving insurance premiums through the roof and the concept of social inflation that's in

Legal Fears in the Crane Industry and How To Handle Catastrophes

Strap in for a ride through the misunderstood landscape of crane accidents and the reality behind the statistics, where the culprit is more than just operator error. We&a