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Summary
In this episode, host Joe Batir discusses with expert Josh Zive, Senior Principal from Bracewell, the impact of tariffs and geopolitics on the energy transition, with insights into trade policies, supply chain vulnerabilities, and use geothermal as an example. The discuss how companies both big and small should approach business in light of the current and ever evolving tariff strategy of the United States of America.

Josh’s book recommendation:
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson: https://a.co/d/03CKDhl1

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
02:27 Understanding Tariffs: Definition and Basics
04:13 Recent History of Tariffs and Trade Policy Changes
07:48 Impact of Tariffs on Global Supply Chains
09:11 Protectionism vs Free Trade: Goals and Outcomes
21:35 Predictions on the Future of Tariffs and Trade Policy
23:02 Final Questions and Wrap-up

Links:
Bracewell Law Firm: https://www.bracewell.com/
Josh Zive’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-zive-4a98818/
Joe Batir’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephfbatir/

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