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- How FMC Supports a New Era for U.S. Shipping
In this episode of the American Maritime Podcast, host Jennifer Carpenter sits down with Laura DiBella, newly appointed Chairman of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), to explore how the FMC is helping to drive a new era for America’s maritime industry.
DISCLAIMER: This podcast was recorded before the Trump Administration's 60-Day broad waiver of the Jones Act. Please sign up and be a VOICE to stay updated: https://americanmaritimevoices.org/Chairman DiBella shares her path from local economic development director in Nassau County, Florida, to port director at the Port of Fernandina, leader of the Florida Harbor Pilots Association, Florida’s first female Secretary of Commerce, and now head of the FMC.Together, Jennifer and Chairman DiBella discuss:America’s Maritime Action Plan and why she sees it as an “economic development strategic plan” for the entire maritime ecosystemHow the FMC’s enforcement authority and policymaking support U.S. shippers and complement MARAD’s missionThe Commission’s priorities, including a more outward-facing Consumer Affairs Division and a broader global lens on choke points and flags of convenienceThe ongoing Great Lakes investigation, ballast water and environmental collaboration with EPAClosing the land border harbor maintenance tax loophole and what it means for U.S. ports and infrastructureImplementation of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022 and new advisory committees, such as the port committee and shipping exchangeGrowing Chinese Communist Party maritime influence, the role of choke point studies, and protecting critical maritime infrastructureWhy the Jones Act is, in her words, a “non‑negotiable” pillar of U.S. economic and national securityHow a healthy U.S. maritime ecosystem starts at the local waterfront, from maritime opportunity zones to small business impacts and job creationChairman DiBella closes with a clear message: maritime can no longer be an afterthought—it must be at the center of America’s economic and security strategy.To make your own voice heard on maritime issues, visit AmericanMaritimeVoices.org and sign up to be a VOICE.35 min - Fueling the Nation with Sam Norton
Welcome aboard the American Maritime Podcast, hosted by Jennifer Carpenter, President of the American Maritime Partnership. In this episode, Jennifer sits down with Sam Norton, Chief Executive Officer of the Overseas Shipholding Group, to discuss America's tanker fleet, the bipartisan push to expand international American commerce, and the mariners who fuel the nation.
OSG boasts a fleet of tankers and articulated tug barges operating across America's coastlines as far as Alaska. Sam shares insights into next-generation technology for carbon capture, nuclear energy, and transportation.⛴️ Topics Covered:The role of the Jones Act in empowering our tanker capacityHow OSG is moving into new sectorsThe importance of America's merchant marinersWhat the future holds for Jones Act carriers📢 Learn more and become a VOICE for American Maritime at AmericanMaritimeVoices.org🎧 Subscribe for more episodes featuring industry leaders, policymakers, and maritime experts discussing the policies that keep America’s waters secure and our economy moving.50 min - How the Jones Act Puts America First with Rear Admiral Brown of AFPI
Join us for an insightful episode featuring Rear Admiral Peter Brown, USCG (Ret.), a Senior Fellow for Western Hemisphere Security and Maritime Affairs at the America First Policy Institute (AFPI) and former Homeland Security Advisor to President Donald Trump.
RADM Brown shares his perspective on the critical role of the Jones Act in safeguarding U.S. maritime security in the Southeast, supporting American shipbuilding, and ensuring national resilience through coastwise trade compliance. He also discusses his career, offers lessons for Congress on the domestic maritime industry, and gives historical context on why the Jones Act exists — along with the diverse mission set of the Coast Guard.Discover how emerging technologies are transforming Coast Guard operations, the importance of the Jones Act to disaster recovery in Puerto Rico, and why strong maritime leadership is vital for America’s future. Don’t miss this engaging conversation with one of the nation’s foremost maritime experts.33 min - Hawaii & the Jones Act: Captain Ed Enos on Shipping, Security, and Jobs
What’s the real impact of the Jones Act in Hawaii? In this episode, maritime expert and veteran harbor pilot Captain Ed Enos breaks down how the Jones Act supports local jobs, strengthens U.S. national security, and protects America’s supply chains in a non-contiguous state like Hawaii — all while confronting misleading claims about shipping costs and competition.
Tune into the American Maritime Podcast on YouTube to get the latest updates! https://www.youtube.com/@americanmaritimepartnershi6404
🎙️ Key Topics Covered:👷 How the Jones Act creates 13,000+ jobs and drives $3.3B in economic activity in Hawaii💰The truth about shipping costs and consumer prices in Hawaii🗳️Legislation from Ed Case targeting U.S. mariners—and what it means for HawaiiRead more from Captain Enos:Column: Anti-Jones Act attacks don't hold waterhttps://www.staradvertiser.com/2025/03/19/editorial/island-voices/column-anti-jones-act-attacks-dont-hold-water/
The American Maritime Podcast is made with the support of the American Maritime Partnership.25 min - Modernizing Maritime: Rep. Salud Carbajal on how Congress is strengthening the Jones Act
Congressman Salud Carbajal joins the American Maritime Podcast to discuss the future of U.S. maritime. From defending the Jones Act and strengthening the Coast Guard to modernizing mariner exams and investing in shipbuilding, he explains why American cargo, ships, and mariners are vital to national security, supply chains, and jobs. Tune in for insights on bipartisan legislation, California’s ports, and how the U.S. can counter China’s maritime ambitions.
Learn More:https://carbajal.house.gov/https://americanmaritimepartnership.com/
https://transportation.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=408634
19 min - Why Is the EU Targeting American Jobs? Rep. Mike Ezell Slams EU Meddling
Join us on the American Maritime Podcast as host Jennifer Carpenter welcomes Congressman Mike Ezell of Mississippi's 4th Congressional District. As Chairman of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee, Rep. Ezell offers insights into the current state and future of American maritime policy.
In This Episode:
- Championing the Jones Act: Understand his steadfast support for the Jones Act and its significance for U.S. maritime security and economy.
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/mar/26/republicans-democrats-agree-must-defend-jones-act/
- Legislative Priorities: Learn about his key initiatives to strengthen the Coast Guard and enhance maritime infrastructure.
https://ezell.house.gov/
- Addressing Foreign Influence: Hear Rep. Ezell's perspective on the European Union's attempts to influence U.S. maritime policies and his response to protect American interests.
https://transportation.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=408303
Tune in for an engaging discussion that delves deep into the challenges and opportunities facing the American maritime industry today. The American Maritime Podcast is a part of the Big Whig Podcasts network and is made with the support of the American Maritime Partnership.
19 min - How US Maritime Industries Can Help Deter China
China’s commercial maritime dominance is unprecedented in modern history. Last year, it won three-quarters of the world’s shipbuilding orders and delivered three ships to the Chinese navy for each ship American shipbuilders completed for the US Navy. This maritime dominance gives China extraordinary power to manipulate vital supply chains.
Jennifer Carpenter, president of the American Waterways Operators and the American Maritime Partnership, will join Senior Fellow Michael Roberts to discuss how America’s maritime industry can help counter China’s shipping and shipbuilding dominance.
The American Maritime Podcast is a part of the Big Whig Podcasts network and is made with the support of the American Maritime Partnership. This episode was produced by the Hudson Institute and is crossposted to the American Maritime Podcast feed with permission.
Check out the Hudson Institute's event page HERE: https://www.hudson.org/events/how-us-maritime-industries-can-help-deter-china
40 min - America First on the High Seas with Julio Rivera
On the latest episode of the American Maritime Podcast, Julio Rivera a political strategist and columnist shares his thoughts on the latest attacks against the Jones Act and how President Trump’s administration will impact the maritime industry. Don’t miss this engaging conversation on the future of American shipping and economic resilience.
Read more about the topics discussed:
➡ Protecting American Waterways
➡ The Battle for American Sovereignty: The Jones Act, European Meddling, and the Future of U.S. Industry
➡ American Maritime VOICES
➡ Study Confirms Jones Act Benefits for Puerto Rico
The American Maritime Podcast is a part of the Big Whig Podcasts network and is made with the support of the American Maritime Partnership.
27 min - Jennifer Carpenter on the Jones Act and Trump’s Maritime Agenda
In this exclusive interview on December 20, 2024, Jennifer Carpenter, President of the American Maritime Partnership, joins Stas Margaronis of the American Journal of Transportation (AJOT) to discuss the future of the Jones Act and the 650,000 men and women of American Maritime for 2025.
Carpenter shares insights on AMP's latest developments, her role as President and CEO of the American Waterways Operators, the incoming Trump Administration, the Shipbuilding and Harbor Infrastructure for Prosperity and Security for America Act, and the 2024 Water Resources Development Act. The conversation also covers the growing offshore wind sector, workforce development, the U.S. Coast Guard, and more.
Tune in for a comprehensive look at these vital issues shaping America’s maritime future, today.
The American Maritime Podcast is a part of the Big Whig Podcasts network and is made with the support of the American Maritime Partnership. This episode was produced by the American Journal of Transportation.
Read the accompanying article HERE: https://www.ajot.com/insights/full/ai-exclusive-interview-with-awos-jennifer-carpenter
57 min - Jones Act Captain Talks Maritime Pilotage Challenges
Tune in to the latest American Maritime Podcast to learn more about what federal pilots do from Captain Hank Webster, president of the Associated Federal Pilots & Docking Masters of Louisiana.
In this episode, learn more about:
- A veterans transition from Military to Maritime
- How the Jones Act tanker fleet operates
- Why we must maintain our shipbuilding & shipping industries
- The role of a federal pilot
The American Maritime Podcast is a part of the Big Whig Podcasts network and is made with the support of the American Maritime Partnership.
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About AMP: American Maritime Podcast
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The American Maritime Podcast engages the leading voices in American maritime to discuss the leading issues about domestic shipping, waterways, shipbuilding, the men and women who make it all work,…
and many more topics. When you tune into the American Maritime Podcast, you may hear from government leaders, national security and transportation experts, industry leaders, and of course the many heroes of American maritime. This podcast is made possible by the support of the American Maritime Partnership.