213. Ups and downs at the Port of Los Angeles

213. Ups and downs at the Port of Los Angeles

Author: Chad P. Bown May 4, 2026 Duration: 35:55

Chad visits the Port of Los Angeles, the largest container port in North America, and speaks with its Executive Director, Gene Seroka, for an update on US trade with China, as well as the impact on the Port of the recent tariffs, the war in Iran, automation, and AI (35.54).


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