The Knock-On Effect #22 - Why the trucker shortage matters, part 2
How does the recent mandate to electronically log trucker hours impact the labor force, Amazon and U.S. consumers? Justine and Alex speak with Will Pletcher, president of transportation company MCAH Ltd, about surging wages and costs in trucking. Will also sets the record straight on some common trucker stereotypes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 Nov 201834min
The Knock-On Effect #21 - Why does the growth of China's billionaire class mean wine bottles will get a lot more complicated?
If the trade war winds down, why might we see more security measures on wine bottles? Alex and Justine discuss, touching on nail-biting auctions, vineyard pests and new uses for the blockchain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
26 Okt 201840min
The Knock-On Effect #20 - Why might our honey obsession lead to more mini-robotic drones?
How does the health food craze contribute to the production of drones? Justine and Alex discuss, touching on global smuggling rings, food fakery and sauerkraut flavored honey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
19 Okt 201836min
The Knock-On Effect #19 - Elections, Payday Loans & Stolen Goods
If the Republicans maintain control of Congress, why might it become easier to buy stolen goods by accident? Alex and Justine discuss, also touching on wordy regulations, the emotional reaction to wealth disparities, and Justine's mixed driving record. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
12 Okt 201847min
The Knock-On Effect #18 - Why will trucking surveillance lead to problems for holiday shoppers?
Why does a recent mandate for increased workplace surveillance spell trouble for retailers? Justine and Alex discus — also touching on implanted microchips, byzantine trucking regulations, and Alex’s affinity for “the open road.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
5 Okt 201845min
The Knock-On Effect #17 - Why does increased NASA funding mean Qatar could lose an honor?
Who stands to profit from the next era of space exploration? Alex, Justine and Roger discuss, touching on international space law, libertarians on Mars, and Justine's favorite intergalactic snack food. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
28 Sep 201830min
The Knock-On Effect #16 - Online ads and grocery store shifts?
What impact will the growth of online advertising have on your local grocery store? Justine, Alex and Roger discuss — also touching on cookie wars, mysterious Senate hearing testimony, and Roger’s favorite breakfast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
21 Sep 201840min
The Knock-On Effect #15 - South African Meat and Large-Cap Tech
What does cheaper South African biltong have to do with a rally in large-cap U.S. tech stocks? Roger, Justine and Alex discuss the knock-on effects of the shifts in emerging market currencies— also touching on earnings excuses, the myopic U.S. rally, and romantic questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14 Sep 201825min
