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Chain Reaction

Chain Reaction is the podcast "All About Supply Chain Advantage" with Tony Hines containing regular audio snippets relevant to C suite executives, supply chain professionals, researchers, policy makers in government, students, media commentators and the wider public. New episodes each week discuss hot topics in the news and supply chain ideas relevant to everyone involved in supply chain management. There are special editions too.Our goal is to keep our listeners updated and informed about the

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24:02

How Trump's Trade Wars Are Crippling Global Markets

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2025/08/12

Global markets are reeling from what can only be described as an economic tsunami, triggered by President Trump's chaotic approach to trade tariffs. The ripple effects are now washing ashore everywhere from the United Kingdom to Japan, leaving financial destruction in their wake. The UK economy faces a staggering £41.2 billion deficit—significantly worse than the £30 billion previously projected—according to the National Institute for Economic and Social Research. With GDP growth slowing and...

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21:32

Trump's Tariff Tsunami: How Global Trade Is Changing...

Chain Reaction ·

2025/08/05

Donald Trump's self-proclaimed "Liberation Day" has unleashed a seismic shift in global trade, with new tariffs affecting 92 countries and reshaping economic relationships worldwide. What initially threatened as a uniform policy has evolved into a complex web of personalized trade barriers, with rates ranging from 10% for the UK to a punishing 50% for Brazil. The diplomatic chess game has been fascinating to witness. Ursula von der Leyen's eleventh-hour visit to Turnberry secured the EU a 15...

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20:37

Trump's Tariff Storm

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2025/07/29

Trump's tariffs have unleashed chaos across global supply chains, forcing companies to make radical shifts in their production strategies almost overnight. Initially, tariffs were set at a staggering 145% on Chinese imports, these tariffs threatened to push iPhone prices to $3,000, add $5,000 to electric vehicle costs, and disrupt countless industries dependent on global manufacturing networks. The podcast explores how major players are responding with remarkable agility. Tesla is accelerati...

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24:13

The Art and Science of Effective Decision Making

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2025/07/22

What guides your toughest decisions? Are you relying on gut instinct, careful analysis, or something in between? Decision making shapes everything from our breakfast choices to business strategies that impact millions. In this thought-provoking exploration, we examine the frameworks governing how we make choices that determine our paths. Beyond simple pros and cons lists, we dive into advanced techniques used by strategic thinkers: decision trees that map possibilities, Bayesian thinki...

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24:28

Supply Chain Disruption in the Age of Uncertainty

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2025/07/19

The global economic landscape is transforming before our eyes as protectionist policies gain momentum worldwide. This episode of Chain Reaction examines how these shifts are creating both challenges and opportunities for supply chain leaders navigating increasingly complex waters. We dive deep into the impending August 1st tariffs from the Trump administration, which include a striking 50% tariff on copper aimed at boosting domestic production. The immediate market response reveals a fascina...

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26:11

Navigating Trade Wars: America's Uncertain Economic...

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2025/07/14

The global trade landscape is entering a period of unprecedented turbulence as President Trump announces massive new tariffs set to take effect August 1st. With tariff rates ranging from 25% to 50% hitting major US trading partners including the EU, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, and Brazil, we're witnessing what could be the largest series of US tariff hikes since 1930. The timing couldn't be more critical. Despite the United States collecting more tariff revenue this year than in its entire h...

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24:46

Unintended Consequences Are Reshaping Our Global...

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2025/07/08

Global supply chains are under siege from all directions, and the consequences are far-reaching. The steel tariffs imposed by the Trump administration demonstrate a fundamental misunderstanding of how modern industrial ecosystems function. When a Sheffield manufacturer can't supply raw materials to their own American plant because of these tariffs, putting 70 US jobs at risk, we're witnessing policy backfire in real-time. The power of input-output analysis becomes clear when examining these ...

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19:34

Digital Twins: Revolutionizing Supply Chain Management

Chain Reaction ·

2025/07/01

Digital twins represent a revolutionary approach to supply chain management, offering businesses a virtual mirror of their physical operations that transforms how they monitor, analyze, and optimize complex networks. This fascinating exploration reveals how these digital replicas harness real-time data from IoT sensors, AI algorithms, and cloud computing to simulate supply chain dynamics without disrupting actual operations. The power of digital twins lies in their versatility and practical ...

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21:45

Unpacking the UK's Bold Economic Blueprint

Chain Reaction ·

2025/06/26

The UK economy stands at a crossroads, and the government's newly unveiled Modern Industrial Strategy represents one of the most ambitious economic blueprints in decades. This episode of Chain Reaction takes you deep into the mechanics of this sweeping 10-year plan designed to transform Britain into "the best country in the world to invest in." At the heart of this strategy are eight high-growth sectors collectively representing 32% of the UK economy - from advanced manufacturing and clean e...

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19:34

Reimagining Supply Chains for a Competitive Edge

Chain Reaction ·

2025/06/24

Unlock the future of supply chain management with insights that could transform your career! Join us as we explore "Supply Chain Strategies: Demand Driven and Customer Focused" by Tony Hines, a must-read that dares to challenge conventional supply chain thinking. We promise you'll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to build resilient and customer-focused supply chains. Discover how cutting-edge technologies like AI and blockchain are revolutionizing the industry, making them indispe...

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21:15

Supply Chain Shakeups

Chain Reaction ·

2025/06/22

Send us a text You can follow Chain Reaction on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook Support the show THANKS FOR LISTENING PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW You can support the podcast by following the link here. It makes a big difference and helps us make great content for you to listen to. Follow like and share the Chain Reaction Podcast with colleagues and friends on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn. News about forthcoming programmes click here SHARE Please share the link with others so they ca...

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17:39

What happens when walls go up in a connected world?

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2025/06/18

Global supply chains have become the invisible architecture supporting our modern world, seamlessly connecting resources, manufacturers, and consumers across continents. Yet as trade tensions rise and tariffs become political weapons, this delicate ecosystem faces unprecedented challenges. We take you behind the scenes of three everyday products to reveal their surprisingly global journeys. The iPhone, despite its "Designed in California" branding, relies on a supply chain spanning 43 countr...

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21:37

Heuristics in Action: When Experience Meets...

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2025/06/10

Ever relied on a mental shortcut only to stumble because it wasn't quite right for the situation? That's precisely what we dive into in this episode about heuristics—those mental rules of thumb that help us navigate complex decisions in supply chain management. The 80-20 rule, ABC inventory classification, recent supplier performance—these are just a few of the heuristics that make our decision-making more efficient. But there's a shadow side to these mental shortcuts. The availability heuri...

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22:25

The Pulse: Trump-Musk Bromance Shatters, Tariff...

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2025/06/09

The fallout between Donald Trump and Elon Musk has sent Tesla shares tumbling, while global trade tensions escalate with doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. • Trump-Musk relationship deteriorates after disagreement over budget bill • Tesla shares down 14% this week, 37% since December • Trump doubles steel and aluminum tariffs to 50% • Eurozone inflation falls below 2% target for first time in three years • China possibly ordering hundreds of Airbus planes as snub to Boeing • Futu...

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25:20

Red Tape: The Hidden Cost in Supply Chains

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2025/06/05

Red tape isn't just an administrative nuisance—it's a critical cost factor that's reshaping global supply chains. When governments introduce regulations that create friction, the consequences ripple through entire industries, affecting businesses and consumers alike. Brexit offers a powerful case study of regulatory impact on supply chains. Seven years after the UK's departure from the European Union, British businesses still struggle with new customs procedures and documentation requirement...

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24:56

Court Battles, Chip Giants, and Supply Chain Chaos...

Chain Reaction ·

2025/06/02

Trade wars, court battles, and corporate upheaval dominate this week's global supply chain landscape as businesses navigate unprecedented volatility. At the center of it all: Donald Trump's controversial tariff regime faces significant legal challenges that could reshape international commerce. The Federal Court of International Trade delivered a bombshell ruling that Trump exceeded his authority by imposing certain duties under emergency powers legislation. Though quickly appealed and tempo...

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18:16

Supply Chain Strategies That Work When Global...

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2025/05/28

Global trade is facing unprecedented disruption from tariff wars and geopolitical conflicts, forcing businesses to radically rethink their supply chain strategies for survival and competitive advantage. Companies are implementing innovative approaches to build resilience against unpredictable trade policies and regional conflicts that threaten business continuity. • Diversifying supplier bases away from single regions or suppliers to reduce vulnerability to tariffs and conflict zones • Adopt...

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27:59

The Global Supply Chain Pulse: Inflation, Security...

Chain Reaction ·

2025/05/24

Inflation figures in the UK have reached a concerning milestone, with the Consumer Price Index hitting 3.5% in April – the highest level in over a year. But as Tony Hines reveals, this official figure masks an even more troubling reality when examining the Retail Price Index at 4.5%, which better reflects everyday expenses by including housing costs and council tax. The distinction between these measurements isn't just economic jargon – it represents a tangible gap between government reportin...

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2:36

Beyond Efficiency: The Future Episodes You Won't Want...

Chain Reaction ·

2025/05/23

Ready to transform your supply chain decision-making? Tony Hines offers an exciting preview of what's coming soon on Chain Reaction, the top-rated supply chain management podcast recognized by Feedspot. First up, we're diving deep into the world of heuristics – those mental shortcuts we all use when making decisions under pressure. But here's the catch: while these shortcuts can speed things up, they sometimes lead us astray in critical moments. Have you ever wondered why certain decisions i...

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The Boss, Tariffs, and Flying Taxis: How Trump's...

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2025/05/18

Bruce Springsteen didn't mince words when he called Trump "corrupt, incompetent, and treasonous" at his Manchester concert this week. As it turns out, The Boss might have a point when it comes to trade policy. The chaos unleashed by Trump's tariff regime is sending shockwaves through global supply chains, and American consumers will soon feel the pain in their wallets. Walmart has confirmed what economists feared – prices will jump within a month as the layered tariff structure pushes ...

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