We're back on the vital business of shipbuilding! Industry insider Lance Lemcool, an executive who has spent his whole career in the shipbuilding world, discusses the current state of American shipbuilding, highlighting its decline and the need for government support. He emphasizes the industry's volatility, the importance of a stable workforce, and the need for consistent government purchases to stabilize the market. Lance advocates for the passage of the SHIPS for America Act to provide funding for the supply chain and shipyards. He also notes the success of other countries like China and South Korea in shipbuilding due to government investment and automation. Lance sings the praises of the American worker's ability to compete globally if given a level playing field. In this short, Lance points out the quality differential between Chinese and American construction. (Given the recent failure of Iran's Chinese-made rockets, this become even more apparent.) See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/DGiAzabXwro

We're back on the vital business of shipbuilding! Industry insider Lance Lemcool, an executive who has spent his whole career in the shipbuilding world, discusses the current state of American shipbuilding, highlighting its decline and the need for government support. He emphasizes the industry's volatility, the importance of a stable workforce, and the need for consistent government purchases to stabilize the market. Lance advocates for the passage of the SHIPS for America Act to provide funding for the supply chain and shipyards. He also notes the success of other countries like China and South Korea in shipbuilding due to government investment and automation. Lance sings the praises of the American worker's ability to compete globally if given a level playing field. In this short, Lance makes the case for government support to get the ball rolling on rebuilding American shipbuilding. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/DGiAzabXwro

We're back on the vital business of shipbuilding! Industry insider Lance Lemcool, an executive who has spent his whole career in the shipbuilding world, discusses the current state of American shipbuilding, highlighting its decline and the need for government support. He emphasizes the industry's volatility, the importance of a stable workforce, and the need for consistent government purchases to stabilize the market. Lance advocates for the passage of the SHIPS for America Act to provide funding for the supply chain and shipyards. He also notes the success of other countries like China and South Korea in shipbuilding due to government investment and automation. Lance sings the praises of the American worker's ability to compete globally if given a level playing field. In this short, Lance shares the immense pride every single person involved in building a big ship feels. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/DGiAzabXwro

We're back on the vital business of shipbuilding! Industry insider Lance Lemcool, an executive who has spent his whole career in the shipbuilding world, discusses the current state of American shipbuilding, highlighting its decline and the need for government support. He emphasizes the industry's volatility, the importance of a stable workforce, and the need for consistent government purchases to stabilize the market. Lance advocates for the passage of the SHIPS for America Act to provide funding for the supply chain and shipyards. He also notes the success of other countries like China and South Korea in shipbuilding due to government investment and automation. Lance sings the praises of the American worker's ability to compete globally if given a level playing field. In this short, Lance covers the vital point that a nation's power internationally is inextricably tied to its ability to produce. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/DGiAzabXwro

We're back on the vital business of shipbuilding! Industry insider Lance Lemcool, an executive who has spent his whole career in the shipbuilding world, discusses the current state of American shipbuilding, highlighting its decline and the need for government support. He emphasizes the industry's volatility, the importance of a stable workforce, and the need for consistent government purchases to stabilize the market. Lance advocates for the passage of the SHIPS for America Act to provide funding for the supply chain and shipyards. He also notes the success of other countries like China and South Korea in shipbuilding due to government investment and automation. Lance sings the praises of the American worker's ability to compete globally if given a level playing field. In this short, Lance discusses the proud and hard-working American shipbuilder who needs a chance at a level playing field in the international market. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/DGiAzabXwro

Yep, we're back to shipbuilding again! Because it's vital. This time, industry insider Lance Lemcool, an executive who has spent his whole career in the shipbuilding world, discusses the current state of American shipbuilding, highlighting its decline and the need for government support. He emphasizes the industry's volatility, the importance of a stable workforce, and the need for consistent government purchases to stabilize the market. Lance advocates for the passage of the SHIPS for America Act to provide funding for the supply chain and shipyards. He also notes the success of other countries like China and South Korea in shipbuilding due to government investment and automation. Lance sings the praises of the American worker's ability to compete globally if given a level playing field. Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 02:56 - Current State of American Shipbuilding 06:56 - Pride and Dedication in Shipbuilding 14:27 - Challenges and Solutions in Shipbuilding 20:58 - Government's Role and International Competition 31:38 - Learning from Other Countries 39:40 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts This was the deep dive of all deep dives! You really owe it to yourself to spend the time absorbing the whole thing. It's a masterclass in what's ailing us and what we can do to fix it.

You guys know I'm all about reliable and affordable energy, a strong military, and rebuilding America's industrial might. That's what makes Tom Holm such a great fit as a guest! As he put it, it's "preaching to the preacher." Tom, who is Executive Director of the Energy Defense Council, discussed the potential of nuclear energy to enhance military dominance and economic resilience. He highlighted the U.S.'s abundant energy resources and innovative capabilities, emphasizing the need for advanced nuclear power to support military bases and export technology. He shared his experience with the Philippines, where American-made nuclear reactors will soon be installed, and stressed the importance of regulatory reforms to facilitate energy innovation. Tom also underscored the strategic value of self-sufficient military bases and the broader economic benefits of reshoring manufacturing to bolster American infrastructure and security. In this short, Tom details some of the problems underlying his push for independent power sources for our military installations. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/KKchIWjaFl8

You guys know I'm all about reliable and affordable energy, a strong military, and rebuilding America's industrial might. That's what makes Tom Holm such a great fit as a guest! As he put it, it's "preaching to the preacher." Tom, who is Executive Director of the Energy Defense Council, discussed the potential of nuclear energy to enhance military dominance and economic resilience. He highlighted the U.S.'s abundant energy resources and innovative capabilities, emphasizing the need for advanced nuclear power to support military bases and export technology. He shared his experience with the Philippines, where American-made nuclear reactors will soon be installed, and stressed the importance of regulatory reforms to facilitate energy innovation. Tom also underscored the strategic value of self-sufficient military bases and the broader economic benefits of reshoring manufacturing to bolster American infrastructure and security. In this short, Tom waxes poetic about how even liberal California communities could become lighthouses for nuclear - but only with deregulation. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/KKchIWjaFl8

You guys know I'm all about reliable and affordable energy, a strong military, and rebuilding America's industrial might. That's what makes Tom Holm such a great fit as a guest! As he put it, it's "preaching to the preacher." Tom, who is Executive Director of the Energy Defense Council, discussed the potential of nuclear energy to enhance military dominance and economic resilience. He highlighted the U.S.'s abundant energy resources and innovative capabilities, emphasizing the need for advanced nuclear power to support military bases and export technology. He shared his experience with the Philippines, where American-made nuclear reactors will soon be installed, and stressed the importance of regulatory reforms to facilitate energy innovation. Tom also underscored the strategic value of self-sufficient military bases and the broader economic benefits of reshoring manufacturing to bolster American infrastructure and security. In this short, Tom talks about how he has studied every form of energy and landed on nuclear as THE solution for our future and for military dominance. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/KKchIWjaFl8

You guys know I'm all about reliable and affordable energy, a strong military, and rebuilding America's industrial might. That's what makes Tom Holm such a great fit as a guest! As he put it, it's "preaching to the preacher." Tom, who is Executive Director of the Energy Defense Council, discussed the potential of nuclear energy to enhance military dominance and economic resilience. He highlighted the U.S.'s abundant energy resources and innovative capabilities, emphasizing the need for advanced nuclear power to support military bases and export technology. He shared his experience with the Philippines, where American-made nuclear reactors will soon be installed, and stressed the importance of regulatory reforms to facilitate energy innovation. Tom also underscored the strategic value of self-sufficient military bases and the broader economic benefits of reshoring manufacturing to bolster American infrastructure and security. In this short, Tom chats about how power that ensures our military dominance can also facilitate a manufacturing boom. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/KKchIWjaFl8

You guys know I'm all about reliable and affordable energy, a strong military, and rebuilding America's industrial might. That's what makes Tom Holm such a great fit as a guest! As he put it, it's "preaching to the preacher." Tom, who is Executive Director of the Energy Defense Council, discussed the potential of nuclear energy to enhance military dominance and economic resilience. He highlighted the U.S.'s abundant energy resources and innovative capabilities, emphasizing the need for advanced nuclear power to support military bases and export technology. He shared his experience with the Philippines, where American-made nuclear reactors will soon be installed, and stressed the importance of regulatory reforms to facilitate energy innovation. Tom also underscored the strategic value of self-sufficient military bases and the broader economic benefits of reshoring manufacturing to bolster American infrastructure and security. In this short, Tom discusses how re-embracing nuclear power can also promote industrial reshoring and American reindustrialization. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/KKchIWjaFl8

You guys know I'm all about reliable and affordable energy, a strong military, and rebuilding America's industrial might. That's what makes Tom Holm such a great fit as a guest! As he put it, it's "preaching to the preacher." Tom, who is Executive Director of the Energy Defense Council, discussed the potential of nuclear energy to enhance military dominance and economic resilience. He highlighted the U.S.'s abundant energy resources and innovative capabilities, emphasizing the need for advanced nuclear power to support military bases and export technology. He shared his experience with the Philippines, where American-made nuclear reactors will soon be installed, and stressed the importance of regulatory reforms to facilitate energy innovation. Tom also underscored the strategic value of self-sufficient military bases and the broader economic benefits of reshoring manufacturing to bolster American infrastructure and security. In this short, Tom discusses how innovations in nuclear power will enable us to use that power in ways that couldn't have been done before. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/KKchIWjaFl8

You guys know I'm all about reliable and affordable energy, a strong military, and rebuilding America's industrial might. That's what makes Tom Holm such a great fit as a guest! As he put it, it's "preaching to the preacher." Tom, who is Executive Director of the Energy Defense Council, discussed the potential of nuclear energy to enhance military dominance and economic resilience. He highlighted the U.S.'s abundant energy resources and innovative capabilities, emphasizing the need for advanced nuclear power to support military bases and export technology. He shared his experience with the Philippines, where American-made nuclear reactors will soon be installed, and stressed the importance of regulatory reforms to facilitate energy innovation. Tom also underscored the strategic value of self-sufficient military bases and the broader economic benefits of reshoring manufacturing to bolster American infrastructure and security. In this short, Tom talks about one of the knock-on effects of his touted direction of using advanced nuclear reactors at military installations: more industrial reshoring! See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/KKchIWjaFl8

You guys know I'm all about reliable and affordable energy, a strong military, and rebuilding America's industrial might. That's what makes Tom Holm such a great fit as a guest! As he put it, it's "preaching to the preacher." Tom, who is Executive Director of the Energy Defense Council, discussed the potential of nuclear energy to enhance military dominance and economic resilience. He highlighted the U.S.'s abundant energy resources and innovative capabilities, emphasizing the need for advanced nuclear power to support military bases and export technology. He shared his experience with the Philippines, where American-made nuclear reactors will soon be installed, and stressed the importance of regulatory reforms to facilitate energy innovation. Tom also underscored the strategic value of self-sufficient military bases and the broader economic benefits of reshoring manufacturing to bolster American infrastructure and security. Tom produces the annual Technology, Energy , and Vehicle Conference, or TEVCON, which is coming up in April. That link and a couple other important ones are down below. TEVCON: https://tevcon.com/ Energy Defense Council: https://tevcon.com/about_the_show.cfm InfraGard: https://infragard.fbi.gov/

This show is a solo promo for my upcoming book, which went to the publisher last week. In it, I discuss the book, tentatively titled, "Inspiring American Makers," which profiles 22 American manufacturers to counter the misconception that the U.S. no longer manufactures. I highlight the country's second-place ranking in global manufacturing and advocate for a resurgence in national industrial power. I also emphasize the positive impact of automation on manufacturing jobs, which have evolved beyond the dangerous and dirty tasks of the past. Finally, I address the decline in male workforce participation and the need for education reform to value hands-on trades. In this short, I discuss what's going on with my upcoming book and where you can get updates (hint: the link is below!) See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/hcJeAH-FoSY My book aims to inspire and inform about the dynamic and essential role of American manufacturing. To get regular email updates about it, please sign up for my newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/i1RHCI Please let me know your thoughts in the comments section. And definitely share this with your friends and colleagues!

This show is a solo promo for my upcoming book, which went to the publisher last week. In it, I discuss the book, tentatively titled, "Inspiring American Makers," which profiles 22 American manufacturers to counter the misconception that the U.S. no longer manufactures. I highlight the country's second-place ranking in global manufacturing and advocate for a resurgence in national industrial power. I also emphasize the positive impact of automation on manufacturing jobs, which have evolved beyond the dangerous and dirty tasks of the past. Finally, I address the decline in male workforce participation and the need for education reform to value hands-on trades. In this short, I explain what a lot of people miss when they lament the job losses from automation (hint: it's not remotely all bad news...) See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/hcJeAH-FoSY My book aims to inspire and inform about the dynamic and essential role of American manufacturing. To get regular email updates about it, please sign up for my newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/i1RHCI Please let me know your thoughts in the comments section. And definitely share this with your friends and colleagues!

This show is a solo promo for my upcoming book, which went to the publisher last week. In it, I discuss the book, tentatively titled, "Inspiring American Makers," which profiles 22 American manufacturers to counter the misconception that the U.S. no longer manufactures. I highlight the country's second-place ranking in global manufacturing and advocate for a resurgence in national industrial power. I also emphasize the positive impact of automation on manufacturing jobs, which have evolved beyond the dangerous and dirty tasks of the past. Finally, I address the decline in male workforce participation and the need for education reform to value hands-on trades. In this short, I once again throw down my moon-shot challenge to America: to set the goal to once again claim our rightful top spot as the world's manufacturing powerhouse. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/hcJeAH-FoSY My book aims to inspire and inform about the dynamic and essential role of American manufacturing. To get regular email updates about it, please sign up for my newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/i1RHCI Please let me know your thoughts in the comments section. And definitely share this with your friends and colleagues!

This show is a solo promo for my upcoming book, which went to the publisher last week. In it, I discuss the book, tentatively titled, "Inspiring American Makers," which profiles 22 American manufacturers to counter the misconception that the U.S. no longer manufactures. I highlight the country's second-place ranking in global manufacturing and advocate for a resurgence in national industrial power. I also emphasize the positive impact of automation on manufacturing jobs, which have evolved beyond the dangerous and dirty tasks of the past. Finally, I address the decline in male workforce participation and the need for education reform to value hands-on trades. In this short, I cover what I think is an aspect of AI not a lot of folks are discussing or addressing: the coming disappearance of a lot of the white-collar work in manufacturing. See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/hcJeAH-FoSY My book aims to inspire and inform about the dynamic and essential role of American manufacturing. To get regular email updates about it, please sign up for my newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/i1RHCI Please let me know your thoughts in the comments section. And definitely share this with your friends and colleagues!

This show is a solo promo for my upcoming book, which went to the publisher last week. In it, I discuss the book, tentatively titled, "Inspiring American Makers," which profiles 22 American manufacturers to counter the misconception that the U.S. no longer manufactures. I highlight the country's second-place ranking in global manufacturing and advocate for a resurgence in national industrial power. I also emphasize the positive impact of automation on manufacturing jobs, which have evolved beyond the dangerous and dirty tasks of the past. Finally, I address the decline in male workforce participation and the need for education reform to value hands-on trades. My book aims to inspire and inform about the dynamic and essential role of American manufacturing. In this short, I throw down the challenge that America should aim to be the top global manufacturer again! See the whole show here: https://youtu.be/hcJeAH-FoSY To get regular email updates about the progress of my book, please sign up for my newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/i1RHCI Please let me know your thoughts in the comments section. And definitely share this with your friends and colleagues!

This show is a solo promo for my upcoming book, which went to the publisher last week. In it, I discuss the book, tentatively titled, "Inspiring American Makers," which profiles 22 American manufacturers to counter the misconception that the U.S. no longer manufactures. I highlight the country's second-place ranking in global manufacturing and advocate for a resurgence in national industrial power. I also emphasize the positive impact of automation on manufacturing jobs, which have evolved beyond the dangerous and dirty tasks of the past. Finally, I address the decline in male workforce participation and the need for education reform to value hands-on trades. My book aims to inspire and inform about the dynamic and essential role of American manufacturing. In this short, I discuss the jobs effects of manufacturing's decline and how we might turn things around. To get regular email updates about it, please sign up for my newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/i1RHCI Please let me know your thoughts in the comments section. And definitely share this with your friends and colleagues! #zamboni @AriensChannel @SRAM

This show is a solo promo for my upcoming book, which went to the publisher last week. In it, I discuss the book, tentatively titled, "Inspiring American Makers," which profiles 22 American manufacturers to counter the misconception that the U.S. no longer manufactures. I highlight the country's second-place ranking in global manufacturing and advocate for a resurgence in national industrial power. I also emphasize the positive impact of automation on manufacturing jobs, which have evolved beyond the dangerous and dirty tasks of the past. Finally, I address the decline in male workforce participation and the need for education reform to value hands-on trades. My book aims to inspire and inform about the dynamic and essential role of American manufacturing. To get regular email updates about it, please sign up for my newsletter here: http://eepurl.com/i1RHCI Please let me know your thoughts in the comments section. And definitely share this with your friends and colleagues!

Yep, we're right back to discussing the American shipbuilding crisis! During our January focus on shipbuilding, one of the best articles we used as a resource was one on the Jones Act co-authored by Colin Grabow at the Cato Institute. Colin joined us to share his broader perspectives on the U.S. shipbuilding situation. Colin discussed the complexities of shipbuilding, emphasizing the need for free market principles. He highlighted the inefficiencies of the Jones Act, which mandates U.S.-built ships for domestic water transport, noting it has failed to protect U.S. shipbuilding competitiveness. He pointed out that U.S. shipyards build fewer than three large ocean-going cargo ships annually, compared to China's 800. Colin suggested reducing tariffs on steel, attracting skilled foreign workers, and rethinking the Jones Act to allow U.S. shipyards to specialize and compete globally. He also criticized the Ships for America Act for its potential to exacerbate labor shortages in the Navy. In this short, I cover the balancing act between providing needed support for industries needed for national security versus that support fostering graft. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/hW1Hdlor0II #shipbuilding #usnavy #jonesact

Yep, we're right back to discussing the American shipbuilding crisis! During our January focus on shipbuilding, one of the best articles we used as a resource was one on the Jones Act co-authored by Colin Grabow at the Cato Institute. Colin joined us to share his broader perspectives on the U.S. shipbuilding situation. Colin discussed the complexities of shipbuilding, emphasizing the need for free market principles. He highlighted the inefficiencies of the Jones Act, which mandates U.S.-built ships for domestic water transport, noting it has failed to protect U.S. shipbuilding competitiveness. He pointed out that U.S. shipyards build fewer than three large ocean-going cargo ships annually, compared to China's 800. Colin suggested reducing tariffs on steel, attracting skilled foreign workers, and rethinking the Jones Act to allow U.S. shipyards to specialize and compete globally. He also criticized the Ships for America Act for its potential to exacerbate labor shortages in the Navy. In this short, Colin lists some of the factors that make it so difficult for the US to compete in global shipbuilding. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/hW1Hdlor0II #shipbuilding #usnavy #jonesact

Yep, we're right back to discussing the American shipbuilding crisis! During our January focus on shipbuilding, one of the best articles we used as a resource was one on the Jones Act co-authored by Colin Grabow at the Cato Institute. Colin joined us to share his broader perspectives on the U.S. shipbuilding situation. Colin discussed the complexities of shipbuilding, emphasizing the need for free market principles. He highlighted the inefficiencies of the Jones Act, which mandates U.S.-built ships for domestic water transport, noting it has failed to protect U.S. shipbuilding competitiveness. He pointed out that U.S. shipyards build fewer than three large ocean-going cargo ships annually, compared to China's 800. Colin suggested reducing tariffs on steel, attracting skilled foreign workers, and rethinking the Jones Act to allow U.S. shipyards to specialize and compete globally. He also criticized the Ships for America Act for its potential to exacerbate labor shortages in the Navy. In this short, Colin discusses the importance of scale when it comes to being competitive in the global shipbuilding market. See the whole episode here: https://youtu.be/hW1Hdlor0II #shipbuilding #usnavy #jonesact