Logistics Pulse
by Mothership
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About this podcast
Logistics Pulse is your cheat sheet and to-do list for everything about trade, the supply chain and logistics. We dive deep into the latest news headlines and industry trends and equip you only with actionable insights you can use to improve your business—no matter your industry or role in the supply chain. Presented by Mothership.
Episodes
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- U.S.–China Trade Talks: What the Tariff Truce and Tech Deals Mean for Global Freight · 11 min · Episode 30In this episode, we break down how the latest U.S.–China trade talks in Madrid could reshape global freight. From the fragile tariff truce and the proposed TikTok ownership shift…
- Tariff Turmoil 2025: What Court Battles Mean for Global Trade and Your Supply Chain · 11 min · Episode 29Trump’s tariffs are now in legal limbo after a federal appeals court ruled most of them unlawful. With a Supreme Court showdown looming, businesses face massive uncertainty: will…
- Tariffs Unleashed: What Steel & Aluminum Duties Mean for Trade, Pricing, and Supply Chains · 14 min · Episode 28On August 18, 2025, expanded Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum officially took effect, covering over 400 additional product categories and more than $320 billion in…
- The End of Duty-Free: How the De Minimis Crackdown Is Rewiring Global E-Commerce · 14 min · Episode 27For years, the de minimis rule allowed over $188B worth of low-value goods to enter the U.S. duty-free, fueling fast, affordable cross-border e-commerce. That era is coming to…
- Ocean Roars, Trucks Stall: Navigating the Contradictory Freight Market · 10 minThis week, we dive into one of the most complex freight markets in recent memory. Ocean freight rates are soaring amid geopolitical risk, canal issues, and surging import demand…
- Driving Freight Efficiency and Savings: Mothership’s Automation Advantage · 9 minDiscover how Mothership is redefining local freight logistics with automation and driver self-service. In this episode, we explore the tech that empowers carriers to manage wait…
- Trade Wars with Allies? Inside the US Tariff Gamble on Japan and South Korea · 11 min · Episode 24Big changes are coming August 1st: the US is set to impose 25% tariffs on key imports from Japan and South Korea, transforming trade relations with two of its closest allies. In…
- Update on Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill: What Supply Chain and Logistics Leaders Need to Know · 9 min · Episode 23President Trump’s sweeping spending and tax bill narrowly passed the Senate; now it heads back to the House for a final showdown before the July 4th deadline. In this episode, we…
- Freight Strategy in a Shifting World: Smarter Shipping Amid Global Uncertainty · 10 min · Episode 22Ceasefire or not, global shipping is still in survival mode. On this episode of Logistics Pulse, we unpack the unseen risks shaping freight decisions right now, from unstable…
- Why Workflow Automation Delivers Faster ROI Than Autonomous Vehicles · 11 min · Episode 21Autonomous trucks and warehouse robots get all the attention, but the real AI revolution in supply chains is happening behind the scenes. In this episode of Logistics Pulse, we…
- Deal or Delay? What the U.S.-China Talks in London Mean for Supply Chains · 10 minPresident Trump says the U.S.-China trade deal is “done,” but what does that really mean for global freight and domestic supply chains? We break down the real impact of the…
- Vertical Integration as a Strategic Hedge Against Tariffs · 11 min · Episode 19In this episode, we explore how vertical integration can help businesses protect themselves from rising tariffs and trade uncertainty. Featuring real-world insights and a deep…
- 5 Ways Trump's Big Beautiful Bill Will Impact Freight, Imports, & Your Bottom Line · 10 min · Episode 19The One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 just passed the House, and it’s poised to reshape the logistics landscape. In this episode, we break down exactly what the bill means for…
- Automation: The Engine Powering U.S. Reshoring and Supply Chain Resilience · 11 min · Episode 18In this episode, we explore how rising tariffs and labor shortages are accelerating America’s push to bring manufacturing home. But it’s not policy alone making it happen—it’s…
- The 90-Day Reset: How to Optimize Your Supply Chain Amid the U.S.-China Truce · 18 min · Episode 17On May 12, the U.S. and China agreed to a 90-day pause on steep tariffs, lowering duties on imports and offering businesses a rare chance to regroup. U.S. tariffs on Chinese…
- How Upcoming U.S.-China Trade Talks Could Reshape Rates, Risk, and Recession Forecasts · 11 min · Episode 16What do 145% tariffs, a high-stakes meeting in Switzerland, and a 45% recession forecast have in common? This week’s Logistics Pulse episode. We break down what the latest…
- Tariff Engineering Explained: How Brands Cut Costs with Smart Design and Logistics · 10 min · Episode 15Tariff engineering isn’t a loophole. It’s a powerful strategy that global brands use to reduce import duties through thoughtful product design, smart HTS classification, and…
- The U.S. Importers' Strategy for Trump's Tariffs on China · 10 min · Episode 14President Trump's tariffs on Chinese goods have forced U.S. importers to rethink and reconfigure their supply chains, especially with no clear end in sight for the elevated…
- The De Minimis Exemption: Why the Shipping Loophole May Soon End · 12 min · Episode 13The de minimis exemption allows foreign shipments valued at $800 or less to enter the U.S. without paying duties, tariffs or other taxes, and with minimal review and paperwork…
- Trump's 125% Tariffs on China: How to Avoid Supply Chain Shocks and Logistics Fallout · 12 min · Episode 12President Donald Trump paused reciprocal tariffs on more than 180 countries and economies this week, but hiked tariffs on Chinese imports up to 125%. We break down how U.S.-China…
