In this episode of U.S. Manufacturing Today, sponsored by Veryable, host Matt Horine discusses the latest trends affecting American industry, focusing on port traffic slowdowns, tariffs, and trade policies. The podcast delves into China's recent tariff exemptions on US imports and the broader implications for global trade. It highlights surprising job growth in sectors like shipping, warehousing, and manufacturing, and discusses recent policy changes impacting the trucking industry. The episode also explores how traditional retailers are adapting to recent tariff adjustments and the closure of de minimis loopholes. Key insights include the importance of reshoring and reindustrialization, shifts in consumer behavior, and the strategic recalibration between the US and China. Listeners are encouraged to stay informed about these developments to better plan their strategies.

Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction and Overview
• 00:24 Current State of US Ports
• 01:03 China's Trade Policy Adjustments
• 01:36 US Economic Indicators and Job Growth
• 02:26 Trucking Industry Challenges
• 03:24 Impact of Low-Cost Import Platforms
• 04:59 Reindustrialization and Consumer Behavior
• 05:46 Conclusion and Future Outlook
• 07:15 Closing Remarks and Resources

Links

• Episode 6 with Shannon Everett
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠Navigating Trump 2.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Revitalizing US Manufacturing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up on the Veryable Platform

In this episode of US Manufacturing Today, host Matt Horine discusses the vibrant and evolving US plastics industry with James Hartman, President of American Plastics. Hartman shares his journey from growing up in Michigan to acquiring American Plastics, highlighting the opportunities and challenges within the industry. Key topics include the importance of reindustrialization, the potential for growth in the manufacturing sector, and the misconceptions about sourcing and manufacturing in the US. Hartman also emphasizes the critical role of small businesses in the manufacturing ecosystem and the significance of hands-on, fulfilling work in the sector.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction to US Manufacturing Today
• 00:31 Meet James Hartman: President of American Plastics
• 00:51 James Hartman's Journey into Manufacturing
• 03:26 Opportunities and Challenges in the Plastics Industry
• 05:31 The Reindustrialization Movement
• 05:57 Misconceptions About Manufacturing
• 13:39 Sourcing and Supply Chain Insights
• 22:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links

• American Plastics Supply
• James on LinkedIn
• James Post on LinkedIn

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Navigating Trump 2.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Revitalizing US Manufacturing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up on the Veryable Platform ⁠

In this episode of US Manufacturing Today, host Matt Horine welcomes Shannon Everett of American Truckers United (ATU). Shannon shares his deeply personal journey in the trucking industry and exposes systemic issues that threaten the livelihoods of American truck drivers. The discussion covers the alarming rise of non-domicile commercial driver’s licenses, wage dumping, fraud, and the overarching impact of illegal immigration on the trucking sector. Shannon outlines the survival strategies and necessary reforms to protect American truckers, emphasizing the importance of legislative action and public support. The conversation reveals the hidden challenges within the American trucking industry and underscores the broader implications for public safety and national security.

Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction and Welcome
• 00:10 Guest Introduction: Shannon Everett
• 00:37 Shannon's Journey in the Trucking Industry
• 02:55 Challenges in the Trucking Industry
• 05:02 The Impact of Foreign Commercial Drivers
• 10:36 Investigating CDL Anomalies
• 18:41 Proposed Reforms and Solutions
• 25:48 Call to Action and Conclusion

Links

• American Truckers United
• Shannon Everett LinkedIn

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Navigating Trump 2.0 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Revitalizing US Manufacturing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign Up on the Veryable Platform ⁠