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Five years of volatility have reshaped how chemical businesses define advantage. On this 5th anniversary episode of The Chemical Show, Victoria King Meyer uncovers the industry's most significant shifts since 2021, including the normalization of disruption, the move from efficiency to resilience in supply chains, and the new balance between global and local strategies. She shares how AI is transitioning from a side project to a core business driver, even as the industry lags behind, and why bold promises around sustainability are giving way to more disciplined action.

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Victoria outlines the traits of future winners in the chemical sector: those who act early, build operational resilience, and invest in new talent and digital transformation. Discover what it takes to not just respond to change, but to reshape your business and thrive in an environment where disruption has become business as usual.

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Once considered a back-office function, supply chain management has become crucial to business strategy as disruptions and geopolitical events reshape the chemical industry. Host Victoria Meyer is joined by Jennifer Jewson (LyondellBasell), Claudia Moshiri (Brenntag), and Chad Burke (Economic Alliance Houston Port Region) live from AFPM International Petrochemical Conference to discuss how companies are adapting—emphasizing flexibility, optionality, and visibility to stay resilient and competitive.

The panel shares practical approaches to risk management, compliance, and digitization, while examining the challenges of infrastructure constraints and the rapid evolution of the global landscape. With insights on real-time disruptions like the Strait of Hormuz, the conversation offers valuable takeaways for industry professionals looking to strengthen supply chain resilience and capability for the future.

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Listen in this week as Victoria and the Supply Chains Under Stress Panel discuss the following:

• Supply chain moves to boardroom priority
• Navigating real-time global disruptions
• AI and data in decision making
• Infrastructure and workforce under pressure
• Building resilience and flexibility forward

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Trade uncertainty, regulatory hurdles, and rail consolidation are reshaping the U.S. chemical sector’s path to competitiveness. Chris Jahn, President and CEO of the American Chemistry Council, sits down with host Victoria Meyer to break down how shifting tariff policies, global supply chain complexity, and potential rail mergers are influencing costs, innovation, and industry alignment.

Chris and Victoria also examine the urgent need for TSCA reform to speed up chemical approvals and keep American manufacturing globally competitive. The conversation highlights how effective advocacy, targeted regulation, and smarter infrastructure policies will be critical for the industry’s future success.

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Sustainability Starts with Chemistry with ACC CEO Chris Jahn

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Join us this week as Victoria and Chris discuss the following:

• In-Person connections drive industry alignment
• Trade policy uncertainty impacts U.S. competitiveness
• Rail mergers threaten costs and agility
• TSCA delays hinder U.S. chemical innovation
• Leadership Focus: Prioritizing through industry complexity

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Scaling up chemical recycling technologies is transforming how the industry tackles plastics waste and circularity. Eric Appelman, Chief Revenue Officer of Aduro Clean Technologies, joins Victoria Meyer to discuss Aduro’s journey, from innovative pilot projects to a commercial demonstration plant in the Netherlands, following their NASDAQ listing. The conversation covers the challenges of commercializing and financing new technology, the crucial role of established partners, and the value of risk management in scaling sustainable solutions.

Victoria and Eric also dig into how regulations, market expectations, and infrastructure are impacting the adoption of recycled plastics. Their discussion offers practical insights for business leaders looking to build resilient, growth-oriented companies in the evolving landscape of chemical recycling.

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How To Scale Sustainable Technology

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Listen in as Victoria and Eric discuss the following:

• Aduro’s breakthrough approach to plastics recycling
• Moving from lab innovation to commercial plant
• Market shifts: from promises to practicality
• Regulation’s impact on plastics circularity
• Leadership lessons for chemical industry startups

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Geopolitics, energy volatility, and persistent oversupply are reshaping the global chemical industry as 2025 draws to a close. Victoria Meyer sits down with Kurt Barrow and Andrew Neale from S&P Global to address the forces driving today’s market dynamics, the impact of government policies, and the shifting landscape heading into 2026. They break down how new sanctions, tariffs, and energy transition policies are influencing everything from oil prices and supply chains to chemical production strategies worldwide.

Related episode: Strait of Hormuz Crisis - How Supply Chains Are Affected Globally - Ep 257

The episode explores regional strengths and vulnerabilities, with North America, the Middle East, and China taking leading roles amid rationalization and capacity closures in Europe and South Korea. Kurt Barrow and Andrew Neale share insights on how chemical producers are responding to cost shifts, supply chain resets, and evolving consumer demand. The conversation also previewed the upcoming World Petrochemical Conference and CERAWeek, emphasizing the need for industry leaders to stay agile in response to accelerated change, emerging technologies, and global market imbalances.

Victoria, Kurt, and Andrew discuss the following this week:

• Why government action, oversupply, and shifting demand are redefining 2025 in the chemical markets.
• How new sanctions, oil movements, and policy shifts impact feedstocks and chemical production.
• Real-world examples of how canal disruptions, freight rate swings, and tariffs are reshaping global sourcing.
• Regional winners and losers as energy prices, assets, and investments shift across Europe, China, and the US.
• Key strategies for chemical leaders navigating consolidation, energy transition, and market shifts ahead.

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AI’s rapid growth is transforming the energy landscape, sparking critical questions about grid reliability, electricity costs, and future solutions. Host Victoria Meyer talks with Amy Myers Jaffe of NYU to discuss how data centers are pressuring regional grids, why battery storage and grid flexibility matter, and what new market rules could mean for consumers and industry.

The conversation highlights how AI can also drive innovation in materials and manufacturing for the chemical industry, pointing to both challenges and opportunities as energy demand and technology reshape the sector.

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Top Risk Trends for Chemicals, Energy, & Mining in 2026

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Join Victoria and Julie this week as they explore the following topics:

• Evolving from journalist to global energy thought leader.
• AI’s Energy Impact: increasing and shifting electricity demand
• Batteries and AI are enabling smarter, more flexible energy management.
• Rising electricity costs spark debate on fair pricing structures.
• AI fuels chemical innovation and advances sustainable manufacturing.

Killer Quote: "Electricity is the new gasoline." - Amy Jaffe

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Stranded ships and blocked oil routes in the Strait of Hormuz are causing far-reaching disruptions across the global chemical industry. NUCO Logistics Managing Director Farid Tahvildari joins host Victoria Meyer to explain how the Iran war has sparked shipping delays, rising surcharges, and new uncertainties—impacting everything from inventory planning to supply chain strategy for chemical companies.

Victoria and Farid cover practical actions businesses should take, including diversifying suppliers and preparing for shifting tariffs and paperwork challenges. The conversation also highlights the geopolitical implications for Asia and China, and Farid shares a personal leadership perspective on navigating ongoing crisis and change.

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Red Sea Shipping Issues and Resolutions

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Join Victoria and Farid this week as they explore the following topics:

• Strait of Hormuz Crisis and shipping impact
• Surging costs and supply chain Disruption
• China, India, and Geopolitical oil shifts
• Adapting: Diversified suppliers and crisis lessons
• Leadership and navigating uncertainty in crisis

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ChemPoint’s digital-first model is reshaping the chemical distribution landscape by pairing technology-driven sales with a personal touch. Director of Supplier Growth Julie Roberts joins Victoria Meyer to discuss ChemPoint’s evolution from inside sales pioneers to leveraging AI and real-time data for specialty chemicals. Julie highlights the importance of meeting customers where they are—online and offline—while creating value through technical content and rapid response.

Victoria and Julie touch on global industry trends, supply chain shifts, and the need for adaptive leadership in a changing market. Their conversation offers practical insight for industry professionals—whether you’re navigating digital transformation, strengthening customer relationships, or leading teams through uncertainty.

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Join Victoria and Julie this week as they explore the following topics:

• ChemPoint’s digital-first approach to chemical distribution
• How AI is transforming workflows and customer experiences
• Tackling market shifts and supply chain challenges
• Global expansion and adapting to regional market changes
• Leadership, diversity, and success for women in chemicals

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