Best Kate Irwin Podcasts (2024)

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Two Minutes in Trade - Hurry Up and Wait China Tariff Exclusions Are Delayed Further 3:48

3h ago3:48

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USTR is issuing a notice seeking comments on whether hundreds of specified subheadings under Chapters 84 and 85 of the HTSUS should be eligible for temporary exclusion from the Section 301 tariffs. For more information on this topic, listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - No Big Changes on Trade Policy between V.P. Harris and Pres. Biden 3:20

3h ago3:20

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The DNC adopted a platform that indicates no big changes in trade policy. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Is Cantwell's GSP Renewal Bill Asking for too Much? 3:29

4h ago3:29

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When is enough enough? The new GSP adds so many new criteria that even the U.S. would likely fail the eligibility test. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Supply Chain Disruptions on the Canadian Rail 3:22

2h ago3:22

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Rail Shipments between the US and Canada face a possible strike by Canadian rails and unions on Thursday Cargo is already being rerouted. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Will the President Impose Tariffs on Imports of Denier Polyester Staple Fiber? 4:00

3h ago4:00

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USITC recommends tariffs and quotas on fine denier polyester staple fiber under section 201. Listen to Two Minutes in Trade for more info.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - This Bill Is a Real "Steel" for Deindustrialized Towns 3:26

2h ago3:26

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Near zero emissions iron and steel producers could get tax credits and other incentives under the New Democrat bill. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - BIS is in Need of an I.T. Upgrade 3:24

9d ago3:24

3:24

BIS needs a systems update, and a new bipartisan bill would provide funding. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Looking for Answers! 3:00

8d ago3:00

3:00

Is industrial policy the best path forward to protect supply chains and national security? Lots of questions to think about on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Canada is Now Being Lobbied to Impose Tariffs on the Chinese Like its Southern Neighbors 3:08

20h ago3:08

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Canada may enter the fray and impose tariffs on Chinese steel, aluminum, and electric vehicles. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Pinching Pennies - Customs User Fees Changes Coming October 1, 2024 3:11

4d ago3:11

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CBP stated in its General Notice, published on July 22, 2024, that certain customs user fees will increase on October 1, 2024. For more information listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Nepal Trade Preference Program is Expiring in 2025 3:16

5d ago3:16

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Nepal’s Trade Preference Program is set to expire in 2025 too. Congress needs to renew it. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Congress Has Adjourned for August Without Passing a Funding the Government Bill 3:16

6d ago3:16

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It is more likely that Congress will have to pass a continuing resolution to keep the government open. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - 82 WTO Members Come to An Agreement on E-Commerce 3:20

7d ago3:20

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The e-commerce agreement moves forward, with 82 countries reaching an agreed text—but the U.S. says it falls short. Listen for more in Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Senator Wyden's Version of a De Minimis Bill 3:13

19d ago3:13

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Senator Wyden to introduce a section 321 bill that basically guts the entire provision. Listen for details on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Cassidy and Masto Want a Customs Facilitation Act of 2024 3:36

23d ago3:36

3:36

There goes my vacation. A trade facilitation discussion draft was dropped, and comments are due August 30. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Risk vs Reward When Using A.I. 3:26

14d ago3:26

3:26

Trying to avoid a glitch in the AI matrix, Commerce released guidance from the PTO and NIST. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Will Tariffs Increase on August 1st? 3:22

15d ago3:22

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Will tariffs on electric vehicles, batteries, critical minerals, etc. increase on August 1? Listen to Two Minutes in Trade for more info.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Making It Official - How Senate Democrats Are Seeking to Codify Chevron Deference 2:49

19d ago2:49

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With the recently overturned Supreme Court decision of Chevron Deference, Senate Democrats are now seeking to "Codify" the former judicial standard as a legislative statute. For more on this topic, listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - The Race to De Minimis 3:32

20d ago3:32

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There is a flurry of activity surrounding de minimis both at Congress and Customs. Is the trade ready for what may lie ahead?By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - How Computer “Glitch” Caused Agencies to Recalculate Deadlines 2:55

27d ago2:55

2:55

Even Commerce is not immune to the power outage as it extends certain AD/CVD deadlines by 7 days. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Should We Implement Baseline Tariffs? 3:12

21d ago3:12

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Is it a BAT? Or a VAT? Or something else. What are the baseline tariffs we may see in the future? Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Expanding the Initiative in CHIPS ITSI is a Win-Win 3:14

22d ago3:14

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CHIPS ITSI is getting started to help fund ATP packaging for semiconductor chips in Mexico, Costa Rica, and Panama. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - An Upside to CBP Downtime? 3:19

26d ago3:19

3:19

Due to the Microsoft CrowdStrike outage, hurricanes and other threats, importers and brokers appropriately are reflecting on the efficacy of their downtime procedures. Are you familiar with the requirements and best practices?By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Chinese Exports Setting a New Record in Monthly Trade Surplus 4:12

27d ago4:12

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Tariffs on all imports with higher taxes on China? Will the WTO trade policy review of China spur a global response? Have tariffs been effective against China so far? Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Will Section 301 Tariffs Rise Again on India? 3:26

28d ago3:26

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India and the U.S. have not extended their agreement on digital services taxes on US companies. Could the Section 301 tariffs on India be resurrected? Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - US Export Import Bank Annual Report Has been Released 3:22

1M ago3:22

3:22

EXIM bank shows an uptick in credit activity in 2023. Learn more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - How the Republican Platform Seeks to Increase Duties On All Imported Goods 2:53

1M ago2:53

2:53

The Republican Party platform for this fall election includes several measures that would increase importer and consumer costs. For more information on this topic, listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - China Challenging Biden's Tariffs at the WTO 3:09

1M ago3:09

3:09

China threatens a WTO dispute over the Biden Administration's intent to increase Section 301 tariffs. Listen for details on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Effective 12:01 AM Today New Tariffs Took Effect from Mexico 3:24

2M ago3:24

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New tariffs on steel and aluminum products from Mexico-depending on country of melt and pour or smelt or cast-effective TODAY! Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - What is on the Horizon for Trade? 3:23

2M ago3:23

3:23

Prognosticating the future of trade is difficult, but Congress and the GOP 2024 Platform sent signals this week. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Six Bills Are Headed for Full Committee Markups This Week 2:51

2M ago2:51

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Appropriations bills are the hot topic in both the Senate and House this week. Can we avoid a continuing resolution this year? Listen for more on today’s Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Corner Post v. Board of Governors 3:08

2M ago3:08

3:08

In the Corner Post case, the court effectively ruled that there is no statute of limitations for challenging federal rules as arbitrary, illegal, and capricious. Listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade for more information on this case.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - USTR Released Its Report on Automotive Provisions 3:38

2M ago3:38

3:38

The Office of the US Trade Representative released its second biennial report on the automotive provisions of the USMCA. For more information on this topic, listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - USTR'S Biennial AGOA Report 3:16

2M ago3:16

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USTR releases a two-year report on AGOA, noting how this program has helped sub-Saharan countries and US companies. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Deference No More - US Supreme Court Overturns Chevron Deference 3:19

2M ago3:19

3:19

The U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, Secretary of Commerce, which could make it more difficult for Executive agencies to tackle a wide range of issues. For more information, listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - 301 Comment Deadline Approaching 3:23

2M ago3:23

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Don’t miss the deadline to submit comments on possible increases to or exemptions from the Section 301 tariffs. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Canada Announces New Measures on Chinese EVs 3:24

2M ago3:24

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Canada takes aim at Chinese EVs, electric batteries, and connected technology. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Feeling the Heat on Section 201 Tariffs 3:24

2M ago3:24

3:24

The sun is out, and we feel the power. Bifacial solar panels will feel the heat as the Section 201 tariffs of 14.25% will be applied effective June 26. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Canada's Parliament Approves a 3% Tax 3:31

2M ago3:31

3:31

U.S. companies bracing for Canadian Digital Services Tax of 3% retroactive to 1/1/2022 coming online soon. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Episode 42: Vision and values are not enough – A conversation with David Sharpley, author of Leadership Principles and Purpose 52:37

2M ago52:37

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David Sharpley is a leadership development expert and experienced organisational psychologist. In an absorbing discussion with Rob Feltham, David draws on his own extensive experience and research, and shares valuable insights into what distinguishes healthy organisations from unhealthy and self-destructive ones, examples of the latter being UK Pos…

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Two Minutes in Trade - Uzbekistan Looking to Join WTO 3:22

2M ago3:22

3:22

Uzbekistan is making moves to join the WTO, and USTR is meeting with the five Central Asian countries. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Reauthorizing the TAA Program Through 2030 3:23

2M ago3:23

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TAA bill was introduced in the Senate by Democrats seeking to link it to any GSP bill that advances. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Strengthening Supply Chain Resilience 3:20

2M ago3:20

3:20

The New White House Council on Supply Chain Resilience was established to develop a government-wide approach. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Three New IPEF "Agreements" 3:16

2M ago3:16

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Three new IPEF “agreements” were negotiated. But where is Trade? Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Conditional Love - How Customs Brokers Are Challenging CBP’s Recent Type 86 Suspensions 3:40

2M ago3:40

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CBP suspended multiple Customs Brokers from participating in the Entry Type 86 Test after determining their entries posed an "unacceptable compliance risk." For more information on this topic, listen to today's Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Forced Labor Good's List Expanded 3:21

2M ago3:21

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Shoes, seafood, and aluminum are new focus areas for CBP's efforts to root out forced labor. Listen to Two Minutes in Trade for details.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Hearing Today on Trade Preference Programs 2:56

2M ago2:56

2:56

AGOA and Haiti HOPE/HELP are the topic of a House Ways and Means Committee hearing today. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Challenges CBP is Facing in the 21st Century 3:10

2M ago3:10

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The trade facilitation framework was released by Senators Cassidy and Cortez-Masto. Listen for details on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Race for Semiconductor and E.V. Manufacturing in the U.S 3:05

3M ago3:05

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Of the over 40 elements needed for semiconductor production, China has the most and processes the most for 28. Listen for details on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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Two Minutes in Trade - Canada Border Services Agency Employees are Threatening to Strike 2:59

3M ago2:59

2:59

Will trade at the US-Canada border be disrupted? Listen for details on a threatened Canadian Border Services workers strike on Two Minutes in Trade.By Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, P.A.

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