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

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• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Revitalizing US Manufacturing⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
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In this episode of the US Manufacturing Today Podcast, host Matt Horine welcomes Brett Boyd, CEO of Sustainment and author of the article 'Making American Manufacturing Great Again, Starts with Small Businesses.' Brett shares his extensive background in manufacturing and supply chain, his military service, and his inspiration for founding Sustainment. The discussion covers the current state of American manufacturing, challenges faced by small and medium-sized businesses, the importance of localized supplier networks, and the potential of new policies to revitalize the industry. The episode concludes with Brett's advice for those entering the manufacturing landscape and the pivotal role of software in enhancing supply chain efficiency.

Links

• ⁠⁠Sustainment⁠
• ⁠Bret Boyd Articles⁠
• Bret Boyd LinkedIn
• ⁠Making American Manufacturing Great Again, Starts with Small Businesses⁠
• ⁠Manufacturing is a War We Cannot Afford to Lose⁠

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

Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction to US Manufacturing Today Podcast
• 00:33 Meet Brett Boyd: CEO of Sustainment
• 01:02 The Origin and Mission of Sustainment
• 03:26 Challenges in American Manufacturing
• 05:06 The Role of Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
• 08:57 Impact of Recent Policies on Manufacturing
• 13:40 Strategies for Supply Chain Resilience
• 19:44 Opportunities in the Manufacturing Sector
• 21:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of US Manufacturing Today, host Matt Hore discusses the significant shifts in the US consumer market as new tariffs on foreign imports come into effect. Key points include the closing of loopholes that previously allowed cheap foreign products to flood the market, the impact on companies like Temu and China-based Amazon sellers, and the broader economic strategy that involves lowering treasury yields and refining trade policies. The conversation highlights the positive prospects for US manufacturing and the American worker, emphasizing the importance of reshoring production and investing in sustainable manufacturing practices. With foreign competitors now forced to pay their fair share, the episode paints a picture of a more competitive and self-reliant US manufacturing landscape.

Links

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

Timestamps

• 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
• 00:18 Understanding Liberation Day
• 00:54 Impact of New Tariffs on E-commerce
• 01:19 The De Minimus Rule and Its Exploitation
• 02:39 Vietnam's Changing Trade Landscape
• 03:36 Future Strategies for Manufacturers
• 03:58 Broader Economic Implications
• 06:02 Conclusion and Call to Action