Archives 2025

Chain Reaction Podcast The Intersection of Politics and Trade

Send us a textThis episode delves into the shifting geopolitical landscape affecting the supply chain, focusing on Trump’s potential strategies and the scrutiny of Shein’s ethical practices. We discuss the implications of recent agreements in labor relations and the economic pressures impacting the UK’s growth trajectory. • Discussion on Trump’s vision for geopolitical restructuring impacting global supply chains • Importance of Greenland’s resources, particularly for the electric v…

Chain Reaction Podcast From Data Dependence to Informed Insight

Send us a textIs it possible that your fixation on numbers is leading you astray in research or supply chain management? On this episode of the Chain Reaction Podcast, we promise to unravel the complex web of quantitative bias, guided by the illuminating insights from Linda Chang of the Toyota Research Institute. We explore the many faces of bias—selection, information, confounding, publication, and observer bias—and how they can stealthily manipulate research outcomes. With Chang’s pivotal p…

Chain Reaction Podcast Global Economic Forecast for 2025 and Today’s Pressing Global Issues

Send us a textUnlock the future of global economics as we forecast the landscape of 2025, dissecting the intricate challenges and opportunities across Europe, the United States, Asia, and Australasia. Will Germany’s production continue to slide, and how will France balance growth and fiscal reform? What impact will President Trump’s policies have on the U.S. economy, and can India sustain its rapid growth fueled by domestic consumption and infrastructure investments? Explore the dynamics of C…