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A fun and entertaining look at current events, trade and the United Nations, brought to you from the perspective of two American expats and UN civil servants living in Switzerland. Hilarity ensues as they try to keep a straight face while recapping the latest in current events and the local scene in Geneva, Switzerland as well as interviews with fellow expats on the international scene and leaders in their respective fields.
Tarantulas, Tariffs, and Trade Wars: Ambassador Maria Pagan on Global Trade’s Future
Trade Splaining
44 minutes 34 seconds
11 months ago
Tarantulas, Tariffs, and Trade Wars: Ambassador Maria Pagan on Global Trade’s Future
Episode 71: Tarantulas, Tariffs, and Trade Wars: Ambassador Maria Pagan on Global Trade’s Future
In this week’s episode of Tradesplaining, Rob and Ardi tackle the unexpected, the essential, and the downright quirky in global trade and policy. Joined by Ambassador Maria Pagan, U.S. representative to the WTO, this episode offers insights and plenty of laughs as they explore:
🎙️ What’s Inside:
Tarantula Smuggling Gone Wild 🕷️: A man caught with 300 tarantulas at customs? Learn how the global wildlife trade intersects with international regulations.
COP29 Climate Talks 🌱: From funding gaps to policy fatigue, we break down the major takeaways from the latest climate conference and what it means for global sustainability.
Cheese and Tariffs 🧀: Why Parmesan is being hoarded in response to shifting trade policies.
National Security in Trade 🛡️: Ambassador Pagan explains how national security exceptions are reshaping trade policy and the role of the WTO in dispute resolution.
Globalization Trends 🌍: Are new tech jobs like TikTok QVC hosts the latest iteration of globalization?
🔑 Key Takeaways:
The U.S. perspective on the WTO’s role in dispute resolution.
How climate goals are stalling at COP29 and what needs to happen next.
Quirky stories that make trade more relatable, from smuggled wildlife to unusual customs cases.
🎧 Listen Now:
Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to leave a review and share with friends who love global stories with a twist!
📌 Follow Us:
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Email: tradesplaining@gmail.com
🔍 Keywords:
COP29 Climate Talks
National Security Trade Policy
Ambassador Maria Pagan WTO
Tarantula Smuggling Stories
Global Trade Podcast
Parmesan Cheese Tariffs
TikTok Globalization Trends
Climate Finance Challenges
Wildlife Trade Regulations
Sustainable Trade Practices
Stay informed, stay entertained, and as always—listen responsibly! 🎙️
Trade Splaining
A fun and entertaining look at current events, trade and the United Nations, brought to you from the perspective of two American expats and UN civil servants living in Switzerland. Hilarity ensues as they try to keep a straight face while recapping the latest in current events and the local scene in Geneva, Switzerland as well as interviews with fellow expats on the international scene and leaders in their respective fields.
