Circus AND Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade with Kate Foronda Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:07:23 -0500 https://circusandcircuit.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Circus AND Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade with Kate Foronda yes bcd9e71e-b3a8-5f84-9144-251e30d8d3ff Kate Foronda episodic false ”Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade” is a podcast hosted by Kate Foronda, a businesswoman, serial entrepreneur, and educator with over 20 years of industry experience. Kate delves into the structured systems and unpredictable challenges of international business, sharing compelling stories of market triumphs and setbacks. Each episode offers valuable insights, real-life experiences, and practical strategies to help listeners navigate the complexities of global commerce. Whether mastering the order (the ‘Circuit’) or adapting to unpredictability (the ‘Circus’), this podcast is educational, engaging, and free.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Kate Foronda https://storage.buzzsprout.com/06twt7uyl5968sp91r2ua09sc1vi?.jpg Circus AND Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade with Kate Foronda Episode 24: Supply Chain Espionage: The New Industrial Spies (Season Finale) Episode 24: Supply Chain Espionage: The New Industrial Spies (Season Finale) In the season finale of Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, Kate Foronda explores a quiet reality influencing modern commerce: supply chain espionage - a practice that has always existed, but now operates in very different ways.

Inspired by the true story behind The Spy and the legendary Mossad agent Eli Cohen, this episode draws a powerful parallel between classic human intelligence and today’s data-driven trade environment. Espionage is not new. What has changed is how it works. In today’s global trade systems, #intelligence is increasingly gathered through legal data, digital platforms, insiders, and everyday business processes, rather than stolen documents or hacked systems.

Kate breaks down who the “new industrial spies” really are and explains why transparency, efficiency, and system integration have created new strategic risks. She also discusses why many companies slowed or abandoned #blockchain supply-chain projects, how data exposure can quietly break deals, and why visibility without awareness can become a competitive disadvantage.

This episode is not about paranoia. It is about understanding how information moves through global trade systems, what it reveals over time, and how companies can protect themselves without slowing down or sacrificing efficiency.

As Season One comes to a close, this finale brings together the core theme of Circus & Circuit: the intersection where structured systems meet human behavior, power, and strategy. 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> In the season finale of Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, Kate Foronda explores a quiet reality influencing modern commerce: supply chain espionage - a practice that has always existed, but now operates in very different ways.

Inspired by the true story behind The Spy and the legendary Mossad agent Eli Cohen, this episode draws a powerful parallel between classic human intelligence and today’s data-driven trade environment. Espionage is not new. What has changed is how it works. In today’s global trade systems, #intelligence is increasingly gathered through legal data, digital platforms, insiders, and everyday business processes, rather than stolen documents or hacked systems.

Kate breaks down who the “new industrial spies” really are and explains why transparency, efficiency, and system integration have created new strategic risks. She also discusses why many companies slowed or abandoned #blockchain supply-chain projects, how data exposure can quietly break deals, and why visibility without awareness can become a competitive disadvantage.

This episode is not about paranoia. It is about understanding how information moves through global trade systems, what it reveals over time, and how companies can protect themselves without slowing down or sacrificing efficiency.

As Season One comes to a close, this finale brings together the core theme of Circus & Circuit: the intersection where structured systems meet human behavior, power, and strategy. 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> https://foronda.us Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-18435109 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1099 Kate Foronda, international trade, globalization, business development, supply chain management, industrial espionage, the spy, Eli Cohen, blockchain, digital era, electricity, energy storage 24 full false Episode 23: Blue Gold: The Coming Trade in Water Episode 23: Blue Gold: The Coming Trade in Water Blue Gold: The Coming Trade in Water

Why water is becoming the world’s most strategic resource

Water covers most of our planet, however, it is becoming one of the most limited and powerful resources in global trade. 

In this episode of Circus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, Kate Foronda explores why water, not oil or data, may define the next era of global economics. From food and agriculture to energy, industry, and technology, water is shaping what can be produced, where it can be produced, and who controls global supply chains.

The episode explains why water is still dramatically underpriced in trade models, how countries export water without shipping a single drop through food and manufactured goods, and why water scarcity is already disrupting shipping routes, food markets, and industrial investment. Kate breaks down the concept of “blue gold” and “virtual water” in simple terms and connects them to real-world examples, including agriculture, data centers, power generation, mining, and desalination.

You will also hear how water scarcity is changing trade policy, increasing food import dependence in water-stressed countries, and putting long-term pressure on water-rich exporters. The episode looks at who is investing in water infrastructure, why desalination is not a complete solution, and how the balance between water as a human right and water as an economic resource is becoming one of the most difficult global challenges.

This is not an environmental episode. It is a trade reality check.

If you want to understand how water is quietly reshaping global trade, investment, and power, this episode is for you. 

LISTEN NOW! 

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]]> Blue Gold: The Coming Trade in Water

Why water is becoming the world’s most strategic resource

Water covers most of our planet, however, it is becoming one of the most limited and powerful resources in global trade. 

In this episode of Circus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, Kate Foronda explores why water, not oil or data, may define the next era of global economics. From food and agriculture to energy, industry, and technology, water is shaping what can be produced, where it can be produced, and who controls global supply chains.

The episode explains why water is still dramatically underpriced in trade models, how countries export water without shipping a single drop through food and manufactured goods, and why water scarcity is already disrupting shipping routes, food markets, and industrial investment. Kate breaks down the concept of “blue gold” and “virtual water” in simple terms and connects them to real-world examples, including agriculture, data centers, power generation, mining, and desalination.

You will also hear how water scarcity is changing trade policy, increasing food import dependence in water-stressed countries, and putting long-term pressure on water-rich exporters. The episode looks at who is investing in water infrastructure, why desalination is not a complete solution, and how the balance between water as a human right and water as an economic resource is becoming one of the most difficult global challenges.

This is not an environmental episode. It is a trade reality check.

If you want to understand how water is quietly reshaping global trade, investment, and power, this episode is for you. 

LISTEN NOW! 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> https://foronda.us Katsiaryna Foronda Buzzsprout-18422061 Sun, 28 Dec 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1402 Kate Foronda, Circus and Circuit, Water, Resources, Import, Export, Global Trade, Business Development, Project Management, Enviromental, sustainability, Natural resources, World Bank, Katsiaryna Foronda, Psychology 23 full false Episode 22: Behavioral Biases in Trade and Commodity Markets Episode 22: Behavioral Biases in Trade and Commodity Markets Trade decisions are not made by spreadsheets alone. They are made by people, and people are biased.

In this episode of Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade podcast,  Kate Foronda explores how behavioral biases quietly shape global trade negotiations, commodity markets, and supply-chain decisions. From anchoring and overconfidence in deal-making to herding, sunk-cost thinking, and recency bias in commodity and logistics markets, this episode explains why even experienced traders and companies make costly mistakes. 

Backed by real research, market data, and real-world trade examples, the episode shows how psychology — not just economics — drives pricing, contract terms, risk perception, and market volatility. Kate also shares a personal story from her own career that illustrates how anchoring bias can derail negotiations, even when the numbers clearly change.

This episode is essential listening for traders, founders, supply-chain professionals, investors, and anyone operating in international markets who wants to make better, more disciplined decisions under uncertainty. 

🎧 Listen now and learn how behavioral discipline can become your competitive advantage. 


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]]> Trade decisions are not made by spreadsheets alone. They are made by people, and people are biased.

In this episode of Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade podcast,  Kate Foronda explores how behavioral biases quietly shape global trade negotiations, commodity markets, and supply-chain decisions. From anchoring and overconfidence in deal-making to herding, sunk-cost thinking, and recency bias in commodity and logistics markets, this episode explains why even experienced traders and companies make costly mistakes. 

Backed by real research, market data, and real-world trade examples, the episode shows how psychology — not just economics — drives pricing, contract terms, risk perception, and market volatility. Kate also shares a personal story from her own career that illustrates how anchoring bias can derail negotiations, even when the numbers clearly change.

This episode is essential listening for traders, founders, supply-chain professionals, investors, and anyone operating in international markets who wants to make better, more disciplined decisions under uncertainty. 

🎧 Listen now and learn how behavioral discipline can become your competitive advantage. 


@ Katsiaryna "Kate" Foronda 

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]]> https://youtu.be/CRWfbTbb2CQ Katsiaryna Foronda Buzzsprout-18292686 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1513 GlobalTrade, BehavioralBias, BehavioralFinance, TradePsychology, CommodityMarkets, SupplyChain, Negotiation, DecisionMaking, RiskManagement, InternationalTrade, GlobalMarkets, Logistics, TradingMindset, MarketVolatility, BusinessPsychology, CircusAndCircu 22 full false Episode 21: Africa Rising: Inside the AfCFTA Episode 21: Africa Rising: Inside the AfCFTA Africa is entering a new trade era. The AfCFTA is connecting 1.3 billion people across 54 countries into one historic market. In Episode 21 of Circus and Circuit, Kate Foronda goes inside this transformation and explains how investment, infrastructure, and fintech are quietly rewriting the continent’s trade landscape. She also shares a personal encounter with Sir James Mancham, the founding president of Seychelles, and how that meeting shaped her understanding of African leadership. Africa’s trade revolution is already unfolding — and the world is beginning to pay attention. 

LISTEN NOW! 

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]]> Africa is entering a new trade era. The AfCFTA is connecting 1.3 billion people across 54 countries into one historic market. In Episode 21 of Circus and Circuit, Kate Foronda goes inside this transformation and explains how investment, infrastructure, and fintech are quietly rewriting the continent’s trade landscape. She also shares a personal encounter with Sir James Mancham, the founding president of Seychelles, and how that meeting shaped her understanding of African leadership. Africa’s trade revolution is already unfolding — and the world is beginning to pay attention. 

LISTEN NOW! 

@ Katsiaryna "Kate" Foronda 

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Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-18292637 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0500 1000 AfricaRising, AfCFTA, AfricanTrade, GlobalTrade, SupplyChain, EmergingMarkets, AfricaBusiness, TradePolicy, EconomicDevelopment, IntraAfricanTrade, ManufacturingAfrica, FintechAfrica, DigitalTrade, InvestmentAfrica, LogisticsAfrica, AfricaEconomy, Interna 21 full false Episode 20: Grain Corridors and Empty Plates: The New Geography of Food Security Episode 20: Grain Corridors and Empty Plates: The New Geography of Food Security What does it take to keep the world fed? 

In 2023, more than 345 million people faced acute food insecurity. At the same time, global grain movement was repeatedly interrupted by conflict, climate shocks, droughts, and rising transport risks. In Episode 20, Kate Foronda examines how these pressures are changing the very routes that deliver wheat, rice, corn, and other staples to the world’s most vulnerable populations.

This episode explores how nearly 33 million tonnes of grain left the Black Sea corridor during the first year of the UN-backed initiative, with 65 percent going directly to developing countries. It also looks at the consequences of limited water levels in the Panama Canal, which slowed grain shipments between the Americas and Asia, and the effect of attacks in the Red Sea that added 10 to 14 days to delivery times for food-importing nations in Africa and the Middle East.

Kate draws on her academic background in agricultural economics and her field experience supplying wheat and rice to countries such as Haiti and across West Africa. Through these stories, listeners see how quickly prices can double when ports close, how droughts can cut soybean harvests in Argentina by half, and how heatwaves in India forced the government to restrict rice exports that millions rely on. 

The episode also highlights the essential work of global food programs. The World Food Programme assisted 152 million people last year, with more than 28 million receiving nutrition-specific support. Programs like Food for Progress and McGovern–Dole Food for Education depend on the same shipping routes as commercial markets, which means every corridor disruption carries humanitarian consequences. Kate also shares insights from her recent discussion with David Beasley, former Executive Director of WFP, about the future challenges the world must confront. 

Episode 20 brings clarity to the emerging “new geography” of food security. It explains how changing grain corridors, climate risks, and political tensions influence everything from the price of bread to the stability of entire regions.

LISTEN NOW to understand how global food truly moves, and what it takes to keep it moving. 

@ Katsiaryna "Kate" Foronda 

foronda.us 

#CrudeRealities #CircusAndCircuit #KateForonda #GlobalTrade #OilandGas #EnergyTransition #Geopolitics #OPECPlus #EnergyPolicy #Commodities #Sustainability #SupplyChain #ClimateWeek2025 #food #agriculture 

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]]> What does it take to keep the world fed? 

In 2023, more than 345 million people faced acute food insecurity. At the same time, global grain movement was repeatedly interrupted by conflict, climate shocks, droughts, and rising transport risks. In Episode 20, Kate Foronda examines how these pressures are changing the very routes that deliver wheat, rice, corn, and other staples to the world’s most vulnerable populations.

This episode explores how nearly 33 million tonnes of grain left the Black Sea corridor during the first year of the UN-backed initiative, with 65 percent going directly to developing countries. It also looks at the consequences of limited water levels in the Panama Canal, which slowed grain shipments between the Americas and Asia, and the effect of attacks in the Red Sea that added 10 to 14 days to delivery times for food-importing nations in Africa and the Middle East.

Kate draws on her academic background in agricultural economics and her field experience supplying wheat and rice to countries such as Haiti and across West Africa. Through these stories, listeners see how quickly prices can double when ports close, how droughts can cut soybean harvests in Argentina by half, and how heatwaves in India forced the government to restrict rice exports that millions rely on. 

The episode also highlights the essential work of global food programs. The World Food Programme assisted 152 million people last year, with more than 28 million receiving nutrition-specific support. Programs like Food for Progress and McGovern–Dole Food for Education depend on the same shipping routes as commercial markets, which means every corridor disruption carries humanitarian consequences. Kate also shares insights from her recent discussion with David Beasley, former Executive Director of WFP, about the future challenges the world must confront. 

Episode 20 brings clarity to the emerging “new geography” of food security. It explains how changing grain corridors, climate risks, and political tensions influence everything from the price of bread to the stability of entire regions.

LISTEN NOW to understand how global food truly moves, and what it takes to keep it moving. 

@ Katsiaryna "Kate" Foronda 

foronda.us 

#CrudeRealities #CircusAndCircuit #KateForonda #GlobalTrade #OilandGas #EnergyTransition #Geopolitics #OPECPlus #EnergyPolicy #Commodities #Sustainability #SupplyChain #ClimateWeek2025 #food #agriculture 

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]]> https://foronda.us Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-18214010 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 16:00:00 -0500 1013 food security, global trade, grain corridors, Black Sea grain initiative, hunger crisis, humanitarian logistics, WFP, David Beasley, global agriculture, wheat exports, rice markets, corn supply, climate change impacts, Panama Canal drought, Red Sea shippi 20 full false Episode 19: Mining the Future: Rare Earths, Critical Minerals & Geopolitics Episode 19: Mining the Future: Rare Earths, Critical Minerals & Geopolitics In this episode, Kate Foronda explores the minerals that quietly power our world from lithium and cobalt to aluminium and rare earth elements. These resources drive electric vehicles, renewable energy, and artificial intelligence, but they also carry enormous environmental, social, and geopolitical costs. 

Kate shares insights from her travels across Chile, where she saw how mining has shaped communities from the oil fields of the south to the lithium basins of the north. She unpacks how the demand for critical minerals is transforming trade routes, global alliances, and environmental policies. 

The episode examines who controls the supply chains, why global finance is investing heavily in mineral extraction, and how countries like China, Australia, and Chile dominate this new strategic race. Kate also looks at the risks — from water depletion in South America to labor issues in Africa — and asks whether technology, especially artificial intelligence, can help manage environmental damage or simply make extraction faster and more efficient. 

“Mining the Future” is a reflection on power, sustainability, and accountability in the age of electrification. 

Now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 


@ Katsiaryna "Kate" Foronda 

foronda.us 

#CrudeRealities #CircusAndCircuit #KateForonda #GlobalTrade #OilandGas #EnergyTransition #Geopolitics #OPECPlus #EnergyPolicy #Commodities #Sustainability #SupplyChain #ClimateWeek2025 


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]]> In this episode, Kate Foronda explores the minerals that quietly power our world from lithium and cobalt to aluminium and rare earth elements. These resources drive electric vehicles, renewable energy, and artificial intelligence, but they also carry enormous environmental, social, and geopolitical costs. 

Kate shares insights from her travels across Chile, where she saw how mining has shaped communities from the oil fields of the south to the lithium basins of the north. She unpacks how the demand for critical minerals is transforming trade routes, global alliances, and environmental policies. 

The episode examines who controls the supply chains, why global finance is investing heavily in mineral extraction, and how countries like China, Australia, and Chile dominate this new strategic race. Kate also looks at the risks — from water depletion in South America to labor issues in Africa — and asks whether technology, especially artificial intelligence, can help manage environmental damage or simply make extraction faster and more efficient. 

“Mining the Future” is a reflection on power, sustainability, and accountability in the age of electrification. 

Now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 


@ Katsiaryna "Kate" Foronda 

foronda.us 

#CrudeRealities #CircusAndCircuit #KateForonda #GlobalTrade #OilandGas #EnergyTransition #Geopolitics #OPECPlus #EnergyPolicy #Commodities #Sustainability #SupplyChain #ClimateWeek2025 


Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> https://foronda.us/podcast Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-18069008 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 01:00:00 -0400 1129 rare earths, critical minerals, lithium mining, cobalt, aluminium, aluminum recycling, AI and sustainability, global trade, Chile mining, energy transition, geopolitics, supply chain, green economy, electric vehicles, EV batteries, renewable energy, coppe 19 full false Episode 18: Crude Realities: Decarbonization Without De-Petrolization Episode 18: Crude Realities: Decarbonization Without De-Petrolization A few weeks after NYC Climate Week 2025, oil prices are rising again. Another round of global pledges was made — yet tankers, pipelines, and LNG terminals keep expanding. 

We call it decarbonization, but the world hasn’t really de-petrolized. 

In this episode, I take a hard look at the paradox behind our “green transition.” From OPEC+ fall meetings to Aramco’s profits, from Russia’s shadow exports to AI data centers that still run on fossil power — the story is clear: energy might be evolving, but oil still writes the rules of global trade. We’ll talk about:

⚡ The geopolitics driving OPEC+ coordination — how Saudi Arabia, Russia, the U.S., and China navigate power and price. 

🌍 Europe’s post-Ukraine reality — where energy security now outweighs environmental idealism. 

🛢 The rebranding of legacy fuels — oil and gas positioning themselves as partners, not enemies, of the clean-energy transition. 

🌐 A global economy in denial — why the next era of trade won’t be post-oil, but post-illusion.  

Now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 


@ Katsiaryna "Kate" Foronda 

foronda.us 

#CrudeRealities #CircusAndCircuit #KateForonda #GlobalTrade #OilandGas #EnergyTransition #Geopolitics #OPECPlus #EnergyPolicy #Commodities #Sustainability #SupplyChain #ClimateWeek2025 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> A few weeks after NYC Climate Week 2025, oil prices are rising again. Another round of global pledges was made — yet tankers, pipelines, and LNG terminals keep expanding. 

We call it decarbonization, but the world hasn’t really de-petrolized. 

In this episode, I take a hard look at the paradox behind our “green transition.” From OPEC+ fall meetings to Aramco’s profits, from Russia’s shadow exports to AI data centers that still run on fossil power — the story is clear: energy might be evolving, but oil still writes the rules of global trade. We’ll talk about:

⚡ The geopolitics driving OPEC+ coordination — how Saudi Arabia, Russia, the U.S., and China navigate power and price. 

🌍 Europe’s post-Ukraine reality — where energy security now outweighs environmental idealism. 

🛢 The rebranding of legacy fuels — oil and gas positioning themselves as partners, not enemies, of the clean-energy transition. 

🌐 A global economy in denial — why the next era of trade won’t be post-oil, but post-illusion.  

Now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 


@ Katsiaryna "Kate" Foronda 

foronda.us 

#CrudeRealities #CircusAndCircuit #KateForonda #GlobalTrade #OilandGas #EnergyTransition #Geopolitics #OPECPlus #EnergyPolicy #Commodities #Sustainability #SupplyChain #ClimateWeek2025 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> https://foronda.us/podcast Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-18039194 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0400 1170 CrudeRealities, CircusAndCircuit, KateForonda, GlobalTrade, OilAndGas, EnergyTransition, Decarbonization, Geopolitics, OPECPlus, OPEC, SaudiAramco, ADNOC, ExxonMobil, TotalEnergies, Rosneft, LNG, EnergySecurity, ClimateWeek2025, Sustainability, GlobalEcon 18 full false Episode 17: Carbon Credits – Trading Pollution Episode 17: Carbon Credits – Trading Pollution Can pollution really be traded like oil, wheat, or gold? In this episode, Kate Foronda takes you inside the complex world of carbon credits — where one ton of emissions becomes a tradable unit on global markets.

We’ll explore: 

  • How carbon credits work, from cap-and-trade systems in the EU ETS, California, and China, to voluntary offsets verified by standards like Verra and Gold Standard.
  • Real-world examples, including Standard Chartered’s forest credit deal in Brazil’s Acre state, cookstove projects in Kenya and Uganda, Shell’s forestry offsets in Peru, and Delta Airlines’ offsets in Liberia. 
  • The speculative side of carbon markets: hedge funds bundling credits, and crypto experiments like the Toucan Protocol and KlimaDAO, which collapsed when low-quality credits flooded the system.
  • Updates from NYC Climate Week 2025, where initiatives like the Carbon Data Open Protocol (CDOP) and VCM+ coalition aim to bring integrity and standardization to these markets.
  • Why critics call the system “carbon colonialism” — with the Global South supplying offsets while corporations in the Global North keep emitting.

From phantom forests to blockchain tokens, carbon credits show both the Circuit — a structured market that could finance real climate solutions — and the Circus — speculation, greenwashing, and global inequity.

Listen now! 🎧

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]]> Can pollution really be traded like oil, wheat, or gold? In this episode, Kate Foronda takes you inside the complex world of carbon credits — where one ton of emissions becomes a tradable unit on global markets.

We’ll explore: 

  • How carbon credits work, from cap-and-trade systems in the EU ETS, California, and China, to voluntary offsets verified by standards like Verra and Gold Standard.
  • Real-world examples, including Standard Chartered’s forest credit deal in Brazil’s Acre state, cookstove projects in Kenya and Uganda, Shell’s forestry offsets in Peru, and Delta Airlines’ offsets in Liberia. 
  • The speculative side of carbon markets: hedge funds bundling credits, and crypto experiments like the Toucan Protocol and KlimaDAO, which collapsed when low-quality credits flooded the system.
  • Updates from NYC Climate Week 2025, where initiatives like the Carbon Data Open Protocol (CDOP) and VCM+ coalition aim to bring integrity and standardization to these markets.
  • Why critics call the system “carbon colonialism” — with the Global South supplying offsets while corporations in the Global North keep emitting.

From phantom forests to blockchain tokens, carbon credits show both the Circuit — a structured market that could finance real climate solutions — and the Circus — speculation, greenwashing, and global inequity.

Listen now! 🎧

@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> https://foronda.us Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17936199 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:00:00 -0400 1092 CarbonCredits, TradingPollution, CarbonMarketsExplained, GlobalTradePodcast, Sustainability, ClimateWeekNYC, CarbonColonialism, CommoditiesTrading, NetZero, CryptoCarbon, Shell, DeltaAirlines, StandardChartered, ToucanProtocol, KlimaDAO 17 full false Episode 16: From Rackets to Rolex: The Global Supply Chains Behind the US Open Episode 16: From Rackets to Rolex: The Global Supply Chains Behind the US Open The US Open is more than a tennis tournament - it’s a global business machine. Each year, the event generates over $1.2 billion in economic impact for New York City, attracts visitors from every continent, and turns Flushing Meadows into a hub of international commerce.

In this episode of Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, host Kate Foronda takes you behind the matches to explore:

  • How 100,000 tennis balls, uniforms, and merchandise reflect global supply chains.
  • Why the Honey Deuce cocktail is more than a drink—it’s a branded product with millions in revenue.
  • The role of sponsors like Grey Goose, IBM, Ralph Lauren, and American Express in shaping global brand strategy.
  • How Industrial-Organizational psychology helps explain the teamwork, adaptability, and motivation behind such a massive event.

From tennis balls to champagne, from luxury suites to global branding deals — the US Open shows us how trade, psychology, and human performance intersect on a world stage. Whether you’re a sports fan, a business professional, or simply curious about how global trade plays out in everyday life, this episode will change the way you see major events. 

🎧 Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your shows.

🔗 Learn more at: foronda.us 


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]]> The US Open is more than a tennis tournament - it’s a global business machine. Each year, the event generates over $1.2 billion in economic impact for New York City, attracts visitors from every continent, and turns Flushing Meadows into a hub of international commerce.

In this episode of Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, host Kate Foronda takes you behind the matches to explore:

  • How 100,000 tennis balls, uniforms, and merchandise reflect global supply chains.
  • Why the Honey Deuce cocktail is more than a drink—it’s a branded product with millions in revenue.
  • The role of sponsors like Grey Goose, IBM, Ralph Lauren, and American Express in shaping global brand strategy.
  • How Industrial-Organizational psychology helps explain the teamwork, adaptability, and motivation behind such a massive event.

From tennis balls to champagne, from luxury suites to global branding deals — the US Open shows us how trade, psychology, and human performance intersect on a world stage. Whether you’re a sports fan, a business professional, or simply curious about how global trade plays out in everyday life, this episode will change the way you see major events. 

🎧 Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your shows.

🔗 Learn more at: foronda.us 


Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17839538 Sun, 14 Sep 2025 01:00:00 -0400 792 US Open, global trade, supply chains, sports business, Kate Foronda, Circus and Circuit podcast, international business, industrial-organizational psychology, Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sololenko, Honey Deuce, IBM, Grey Goose, Ralph Lauren, American Express full false Episode 15: The AI Policy Gap: Can Law Keep Up With the Machine? Episode 15: The AI Policy Gap: Can Law Keep Up With the Machine? In this episode of Circus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, host Kate Foronda explores one of the most urgent questions of our time:

Can law keep up with the machine?

This episode examines the growing AI policy gap, and how it threatens to create more than just legal headaches — but real friction in cross-border commerce, environmental responsibility, and digital sovereignty. 

🎧 Topics include:

– The EU AI Act, U.S. light-touch regulation, and China’s state-driven approach

– Export controls, chip wars, and trade weaponization

– Data localization, digital borders, and AI-powered customs

– Environmental concerns and the carbon cost of AI

– Why global trade needs shared rules for intelligence 


🎧 Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your shows.

🔗 Learn more at: foronda.us 

#AI #GlobalTrade #AIPolicy #Commodities #DigitalSovereignty #TechRegulation #ExportControls #Customs #CarbonEmissions #TradePodcast #KateForonda

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]]> In this episode of Circus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, host Kate Foronda explores one of the most urgent questions of our time:

Can law keep up with the machine?

This episode examines the growing AI policy gap, and how it threatens to create more than just legal headaches — but real friction in cross-border commerce, environmental responsibility, and digital sovereignty. 

🎧 Topics include:

– The EU AI Act, U.S. light-touch regulation, and China’s state-driven approach

– Export controls, chip wars, and trade weaponization

– Data localization, digital borders, and AI-powered customs

– Environmental concerns and the carbon cost of AI

– Why global trade needs shared rules for intelligence 


🎧 Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your shows.

🔗 Learn more at: foronda.us 

#AI #GlobalTrade #AIPolicy #Commodities #DigitalSovereignty #TechRegulation #ExportControls #Customs #CarbonEmissions #TradePodcast #KateForonda

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]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17759921 Sat, 30 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1004 full false Episode 14: The Electric Bill of Intelligence: Energy and AI Episode 14: The Electric Bill of Intelligence: Energy and AI Artificial intelligence may feel invisible — but its power bill is very real.

In this episode of Circus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, host Kate Foronda explores how AI’s explosive growth is putting pressure on the world’s power grids, energy markets, and environmental ambitions. From data center alley in Virginia to solar cities in Saudi Arabia, we trace the global electricity footprint of algorithms and automation.

You’ll learn:

  • Why data centers could consume up to 4% of global electricity by 2030
  • How U.S. communities are pushing back on Big Tech’s energy demands
  • Why Europe’s Green AI goals clash with infrastructure limits
  • How China, India, and the Gulf states are building energy-intensive AI empires
  • And whether AI itself can help solve the crisis it’s helping to create

Is AI optimizing the world — or draining it?

Tune in for a global deep dive at the intersection of innovation, infrastructure, and intelligent machines. 

🎧 Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your shows.

🔗 Learn more at: foronda.us 

#WiredAndTired

#AIandEnergy

#DataCenters

#AIElectricityDemand

#SustainableAI

#GreenTech

#SmartGrid

#DigitalInfrastructure

#EnergyCrisis

#GlobalTradePodcast

#KateForonda

#CircusAndCircuit

#CleanEnergy

#ClimateTech

#TechPolicy

#AIImpact

#EnergyTransition

#DigitalEconomy

#CarbonFootprint

#PoweringTheFuture 

#KatsiarynaForonda

#KateForonda 

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]]> Artificial intelligence may feel invisible — but its power bill is very real.

In this episode of Circus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, host Kate Foronda explores how AI’s explosive growth is putting pressure on the world’s power grids, energy markets, and environmental ambitions. From data center alley in Virginia to solar cities in Saudi Arabia, we trace the global electricity footprint of algorithms and automation.

You’ll learn:

  • Why data centers could consume up to 4% of global electricity by 2030
  • How U.S. communities are pushing back on Big Tech’s energy demands
  • Why Europe’s Green AI goals clash with infrastructure limits
  • How China, India, and the Gulf states are building energy-intensive AI empires
  • And whether AI itself can help solve the crisis it’s helping to create

Is AI optimizing the world — or draining it?

Tune in for a global deep dive at the intersection of innovation, infrastructure, and intelligent machines. 

🎧 Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your shows.

🔗 Learn more at: foronda.us 

#WiredAndTired

#AIandEnergy

#DataCenters

#AIElectricityDemand

#SustainableAI

#GreenTech

#SmartGrid

#DigitalInfrastructure

#EnergyCrisis

#GlobalTradePodcast

#KateForonda

#CircusAndCircuit

#CleanEnergy

#ClimateTech

#TechPolicy

#AIImpact

#EnergyTransition

#DigitalEconomy

#CarbonFootprint

#PoweringTheFuture 

#KatsiarynaForonda

#KateForonda 

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]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17689581 Mon, 18 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400 1072 full false Episode 13: 12 Trade Lessons in 12 Episodes | Mid-Year Recap Episode 13: 12 Trade Lessons in 12 Episodes | Mid-Year Recap In this mid-year special Episode 13 of Circus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, host Kate Foronda recaps the first 12 episodes of the podcast, exploring the key lessons learned across commodities, sanctions, shipping, social commerce, AI, and more. 

Whether you’ve been with her from Episode 1 or you’re just tuning in, this is your all-in-one look at the shifts, surprises, and stories shaping global trade in 2025. 

Topics include:

· What’s changed since January in global trade. 

· Behind the scenes of podcast production. 

· Why reflection is essential in fast-moving markets. 

· What’s coming next (including AI and Energy in Episode 14). 


🎧 Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your shows.

🔗 Learn more at: foronda.us 

#GlobalTrade #TradePodcast #KateForonda #InternationalBusiness #Commodities #SupplyChain #PodcastRecap #MidYearReview #SupplyChain #ChangeManagement #MSIOP #Psychology #IndustrialOrganizationalPsychology

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]]> In this mid-year special Episode 13 of Circus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, host Kate Foronda recaps the first 12 episodes of the podcast, exploring the key lessons learned across commodities, sanctions, shipping, social commerce, AI, and more. 

Whether you’ve been with her from Episode 1 or you’re just tuning in, this is your all-in-one look at the shifts, surprises, and stories shaping global trade in 2025. 

Topics include:

· What’s changed since January in global trade. 

· Behind the scenes of podcast production. 

· Why reflection is essential in fast-moving markets. 

· What’s coming next (including AI and Energy in Episode 14). 


🎧 Listen to the full podcast on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your shows.

🔗 Learn more at: foronda.us 

#GlobalTrade #TradePodcast #KateForonda #InternationalBusiness #Commodities #SupplyChain #PodcastRecap #MidYearReview #SupplyChain #ChangeManagement #MSIOP #Psychology #IndustrialOrganizationalPsychology

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]]> https://circusandcircuit.buzzsprout.com Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17589779 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 1001 global trade, trade podcast, Kate Foronda, international business, commodities, supply chain, podcast recap, mid-year review, change management, MSIOP, psychology, industrial organizational psychology, export strategy, import business, freight forwarding, 13 full false Episode 12: TikTok Trade Winds: Social Media’s Role in Global Commerce Episode 12: TikTok Trade Winds: Social Media’s Role in Global Commerce In 2024, global social commerce sales hit an estimated $1.3 trillion — and by 2028, that number is expected to nearly double. What’s fueling this surge? Not traditional supply chains, but short videos, viral trends, and influencer-driven demand. 

In this episode, host Kate Foronda unpacks how platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube are becoming the new global storefronts — transforming how products are discovered, sold, and shipped across borders. From a beauty product going viral in Brazil to U.S. brands trending in Indonesia, social media is now a powerful engine in global trade.

Tune in to learn:

  • How influencers are reshaping the global supply chain — and creating new trade routes in real time
  • Why some call social platforms “time killers,” while others call them “money movers”
  • The growing risks of IP violations, regulatory gaps, and digital trade restrictions
  • And how logistics players, exporters, and even policymakers can ride the wave instead of being caught off guard

With over $150 billion in annual live commerce sales in China alone, this isn’t just a passing trend — it’s the next chapter of international trade. 

🎧 Listen now and follow for more trade insights! 

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and other major platforms. 


@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 

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]]> In 2024, global social commerce sales hit an estimated $1.3 trillion — and by 2028, that number is expected to nearly double. What’s fueling this surge? Not traditional supply chains, but short videos, viral trends, and influencer-driven demand. 

In this episode, host Kate Foronda unpacks how platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube are becoming the new global storefronts — transforming how products are discovered, sold, and shipped across borders. From a beauty product going viral in Brazil to U.S. brands trending in Indonesia, social media is now a powerful engine in global trade.

Tune in to learn:

  • How influencers are reshaping the global supply chain — and creating new trade routes in real time
  • Why some call social platforms “time killers,” while others call them “money movers”
  • The growing risks of IP violations, regulatory gaps, and digital trade restrictions
  • And how logistics players, exporters, and even policymakers can ride the wave instead of being caught off guard

With over $150 billion in annual live commerce sales in China alone, this isn’t just a passing trend — it’s the next chapter of international trade. 

🎧 Listen now and follow for more trade insights! 

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and other major platforms. 


@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 

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]]> https://circusandcircuit.buzzsprout.com Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17528258 Fri, 18 Jul 2025 18:00:00 -0400 821 social commerce, global trade, TikTok trade, influencer marketing, cross-border e-commerce, international logistics, digital trade, social media economy, TikTok Shop, Instagram Checkout, YouTube Shorts, viral marketing, creator economy, global supply chai 12 full false Episode 11: Invisible Intelligence: How AI is Transforming Logistics, Customs, and Negotiation Episode 11: Invisible Intelligence: How AI is Transforming Logistics, Customs, and Negotiation From U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) using AI to catch fake goods at the border, to Amazon’s AI-driven warehouses and Maersk’s smart ports — Episode 11 explores how artificial intelligence is rapidly taking over global trade.

You will learn:

  • How logistics giants like Amazon and Maersk are using AI to streamline operations. 
  • How CBP uses algorithms to detect fraud and flag suspicious shipments. 
  • How AI is even stepping into trade negotiations
  • And why AI isn’t magic — it’s only as smart as the data it’s trained on

Whether you’re in logistics, global trade, or just curious about how invisible algorithms are shaping the future of commerce — this educational and entertaining episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and follow for more trade insights! 

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and other major platforms. 


@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 

#KateForonda #CircusAndCircuit #InvisibleIntelligence #AIinTrade #GlobalLogistics #CustomsAI #Maersk #Amazon #CBP #ArtificialIntelligence #SmartBorders #TradeTechnology #GlobalCommerce #SupplyChainInnovation #TechInTrade #InternationalTrade #Shipsy #Katsiaryna #AI

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]]> From U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) using AI to catch fake goods at the border, to Amazon’s AI-driven warehouses and Maersk’s smart ports — Episode 11 explores how artificial intelligence is rapidly taking over global trade.

You will learn:

  • How logistics giants like Amazon and Maersk are using AI to streamline operations. 
  • How CBP uses algorithms to detect fraud and flag suspicious shipments. 
  • How AI is even stepping into trade negotiations
  • And why AI isn’t magic — it’s only as smart as the data it’s trained on

Whether you’re in logistics, global trade, or just curious about how invisible algorithms are shaping the future of commerce — this educational and entertaining episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and follow for more trade insights! 

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and other major platforms. 


@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 

#KateForonda #CircusAndCircuit #InvisibleIntelligence #AIinTrade #GlobalLogistics #CustomsAI #Maersk #Amazon #CBP #ArtificialIntelligence #SmartBorders #TradeTechnology #GlobalCommerce #SupplyChainInnovation #TechInTrade #InternationalTrade #Shipsy #Katsiaryna #AI

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]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17409529 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0400 934 Kate Foronda, Circus and Circuit, Invisible Intelligence, AI in Trade, Global Logistics, Customs AI, Maersk, Amazon, CBP, Artificial Intelligence, Smart Borders, Trade Technology, Global Commerce, Supply Chain Innovation, Tech in Trade, International Trad 11 full false Episode 10, Part 2: Culture as a Commodity: Homogenization, Hybridization, Glocalization + Instagrammability Episode 10, Part 2: Culture as a Commodity: Homogenization, Hybridization, Glocalization + Instagrammability From McDonald’s glocal menus and Netflix’s global programming to fashion mashups and Instagram-optimized spaces, global trade is reshaping not just how we consume culture — but what culture even is. In Part 1, we looked at how culture enters the market. Now in Part 2, we examine what happens after it’s sold.

Join Kate Foronda as she breaks down the forces driving this transformation:

 #Homogenization – Is global trade making everything feel the same?

#Hybridization – How blended traditions are rewriting identity (Korean tacos, Afrobeat + reggaeton, fusion fashion)

#Glocalization – The strategy of global brands customizing products for local markets

#Instagrammability – Why aesthetics are being designed for algorithms—not just human experience

Plus, we explore how trade and tech are influencing daily behavior, beauty standards, and cultural rhythmsworldwide. 

Culture is no longer just exported — it’s engineered. And that affects how we live, what we value, and who we become. 


🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 


@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 


#GlobalCulture #CulturalHybridization #CulturalHomogenization #Glocalization #InstagrammableWorld #McDonaldsMenus #NetflixEverywhere #CultureByDesign #TikTokCulture #StreamingGlobalization #KoreanTacos #AfrobeatPop #BrandIdentity #DigitalAesthetics #GlobalConsumerism #CreativeFusion #MediaAndTrade #KateForonda #CircusAndCircuit #CultureRewired

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]]> From McDonald’s glocal menus and Netflix’s global programming to fashion mashups and Instagram-optimized spaces, global trade is reshaping not just how we consume culture — but what culture even is. In Part 1, we looked at how culture enters the market. Now in Part 2, we examine what happens after it’s sold.

Join Kate Foronda as she breaks down the forces driving this transformation:

 #Homogenization – Is global trade making everything feel the same?

#Hybridization – How blended traditions are rewriting identity (Korean tacos, Afrobeat + reggaeton, fusion fashion)

#Glocalization – The strategy of global brands customizing products for local markets

#Instagrammability – Why aesthetics are being designed for algorithms—not just human experience

Plus, we explore how trade and tech are influencing daily behavior, beauty standards, and cultural rhythmsworldwide. 

Culture is no longer just exported — it’s engineered. And that affects how we live, what we value, and who we become. 


🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 


@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 


#GlobalCulture #CulturalHybridization #CulturalHomogenization #Glocalization #InstagrammableWorld #McDonaldsMenus #NetflixEverywhere #CultureByDesign #TikTokCulture #StreamingGlobalization #KoreanTacos #AfrobeatPop #BrandIdentity #DigitalAesthetics #GlobalConsumerism #CreativeFusion #MediaAndTrade #KateForonda #CircusAndCircuit #CultureRewired

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]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17332355 Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0400 748 Culture As A Commodity, Global Trade, Cultural Commerce, Soft Power, Netflix Effect, Disney Culture, BTS Economy, Gucci, Duolingo, Creative Economy, Cultural Diplomacy, Fashion Politics, Tourism Economy, Digital Culture, Kate Foronda, Circus And Circuit, 10 full false Episode 10, Part 1: Culture as a Commodity: The Marketplace of Meaning Episode 10, Part 1: Culture as a Commodity: The Marketplace of Meaning What do Netflix, Disney, BTS, and McDonald’s have in common?

They don’t just sell content, music, or meals — they sell culture. And they’ve built billion-dollar strategies around turning identity into product.

In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Kate Foronda unpacks how culture has become a global commodity — branded, packaged, and monetized at scale. From fast fashion runways to streaming platforms and tourist destinations, cultural storytelling is now a major force in international trade.

You’ll explore:

  • How companies like Netflix, Disney, Duolingo, and Gucci export more than products — they export meaning. 
  • The rise of soft power through cultural diplomacy (think BTS, Confucius Institutes, and French language promotion). 
  • Why tourism, food, and fashion are now tools of cultural trade. 
  • How platforms like TikTok and Instagram speed up the global diffusion of trends. 

If culture is currency, what are we buying—and what are we selling?


🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 


@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 

#CultureAsACommodity #GlobalTrade #CulturalCommerce #SoftPower #NetflixEffect #DisneyCulture #BTSeconomy #Gucci #Duolingo #CreativeEconomy #CulturalDiplomacy #FashionPolitics #TourismEconomy #DigitalCulture #KateForonda #CircusAndCircuit #CulturalExports #TraditionAndTrade #StreamingPower #MeaningAsMarket

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]]> What do Netflix, Disney, BTS, and McDonald’s have in common?

They don’t just sell content, music, or meals — they sell culture. And they’ve built billion-dollar strategies around turning identity into product.

In Part 1 of this two-part episode, Kate Foronda unpacks how culture has become a global commodity — branded, packaged, and monetized at scale. From fast fashion runways to streaming platforms and tourist destinations, cultural storytelling is now a major force in international trade.

You’ll explore:

  • How companies like Netflix, Disney, Duolingo, and Gucci export more than products — they export meaning. 
  • The rise of soft power through cultural diplomacy (think BTS, Confucius Institutes, and French language promotion). 
  • Why tourism, food, and fashion are now tools of cultural trade. 
  • How platforms like TikTok and Instagram speed up the global diffusion of trends. 

If culture is currency, what are we buying—and what are we selling?


🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 


@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 

#CultureAsACommodity #GlobalTrade #CulturalCommerce #SoftPower #NetflixEffect #DisneyCulture #BTSeconomy #Gucci #Duolingo #CreativeEconomy #CulturalDiplomacy #FashionPolitics #TourismEconomy #DigitalCulture #KateForonda #CircusAndCircuit #CulturalExports #TraditionAndTrade #StreamingPower #MeaningAsMarket

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]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17332273 Fri, 13 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0400 727 Culture As A Commodity, Global Trade, Cultural Commerce, Soft Power, Netflix Effect, Disney Culture, BTS Economy, Gucci, Duolingo, Creative Economy, Cultural Diplomacy, Fashion Politics, Tourism Economy, Digital Culture, Kate Foronda, Circus And Circuit, 10 full false Episode 9: Sustainability in Commodities Trading Episode 9: Sustainability in Commodities Trading Can you call your business sustainable if your supply chain pollutes — or your company avoids taxes? 

In this powerful Episode 9, host Kate Foronda unpacks one of the most urgent shifts in global trade: the rise of sustainability as a strategic advantage in the commodities industry.

With over $1.7 trillion in trade now influenced by ESG-related policy, the way companies extract, transport, and finance raw materials is under global scrutiny. And it’s not just oil majors or mining giants feeling the heat — soy, cocoa, cobalt, and even cotton traders are being held accountable by investors, regulators, and multinational buyers.

 Inside this episode: 

  • Why Cargill is investing $100M to cut methane in cattle farming. 
  • How Trafigura is using blockchain to trace cobalt and nickel. 
  • The IKEA paradox: Can a company that avoids €1B in taxes still call itself “sustainable”?
  • Why mid-size exporters in Ukraine and Brazil are turning to satellite tech to prove deforestation-free practices. 
  • What the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment and the U.S. SEC climate disclosure rules mean for your next trade deal. 

Plus, Kate breaks down what ESG means in practical terms — and shares 4 steps every trader and exporter can take to stay competitive and compliant in this new era.

If you’re in global trade, you can’t afford to miss this one.

Listen now and learn why sustainability isn’t just a trend — it’s your new trade requirement.


🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 

@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 

#sustainability #ESG #globaltrade #commodities #commoditiestrading #supplychain #carbonbordertax #CBAM #SECclimaterule #EUregulations #IKEA #Cargill #Trafigura #palmoil #soytrade #cocoa #cobalt #deforestation #satellitemonitoring #tradefinance #responsiblesourcing #greenfinance #ESGstrategy #tradecompliance #sustainablesourcing #blockchaintraceability #methaneemissions #environmentalimpact #ethicaltrade #KateForonda #KatsiarynaForonda 

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]]> Can you call your business sustainable if your supply chain pollutes — or your company avoids taxes? 

In this powerful Episode 9, host Kate Foronda unpacks one of the most urgent shifts in global trade: the rise of sustainability as a strategic advantage in the commodities industry.

With over $1.7 trillion in trade now influenced by ESG-related policy, the way companies extract, transport, and finance raw materials is under global scrutiny. And it’s not just oil majors or mining giants feeling the heat — soy, cocoa, cobalt, and even cotton traders are being held accountable by investors, regulators, and multinational buyers.

 Inside this episode: 

  • Why Cargill is investing $100M to cut methane in cattle farming. 
  • How Trafigura is using blockchain to trace cobalt and nickel. 
  • The IKEA paradox: Can a company that avoids €1B in taxes still call itself “sustainable”?
  • Why mid-size exporters in Ukraine and Brazil are turning to satellite tech to prove deforestation-free practices. 
  • What the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment and the U.S. SEC climate disclosure rules mean for your next trade deal. 

Plus, Kate breaks down what ESG means in practical terms — and shares 4 steps every trader and exporter can take to stay competitive and compliant in this new era.

If you’re in global trade, you can’t afford to miss this one.

Listen now and learn why sustainability isn’t just a trend — it’s your new trade requirement.


🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. 

@Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

foronda.us 

#sustainability #ESG #globaltrade #commodities #commoditiestrading #supplychain #carbonbordertax #CBAM #SECclimaterule #EUregulations #IKEA #Cargill #Trafigura #palmoil #soytrade #cocoa #cobalt #deforestation #satellitemonitoring #tradefinance #responsiblesourcing #greenfinance #ESGstrategy #tradecompliance #sustainablesourcing #blockchaintraceability #methaneemissions #environmentalimpact #ethicaltrade #KateForonda #KatsiarynaForonda 

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]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17236018 Tue, 27 May 2025 16:00:00 -0400 1172 9 full false Episode 8: The Inclusion Imperative: DEI in International Markets Episode 8: The Inclusion Imperative: DEI in International Markets Why does Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) matter in international business — and why are so many people still being left out of global trade?

In this episode, host Kate Foronda breaks down the critical connection between DEI and global markets. We explore who gets a seat at the table, what structural and cultural barriers still hold others back, and why many DEI programs fail to deliver real impact — especially in high-risk, fast-moving industries like commodities, logistics, and tech. 

From shifting political climates in the U.S. to legally mandated inclusion in Europe — and the overlooked voices in Latin America, Asia, and emerging economies—this episode offers a global view of how inclusion is shaping, challenging, and strengthening the future of trade.

📊 Backed by 2025 data from McKinsey, CultureMonkey, and recent corporate trends, this episode reveals how DEI isn’t just a social responsibility — it’s a competitive edge in an interconnected world. 

#DEI #GlobalTrade #InclusiveEconomy #InternationalBusiness #WomenInTrade #DiversityEquityInclusion #TradePolicy #EmergingMarkets #BusinessStrategy #KateForonda #CircusAndCircuit #SupplyChainDiversity #EquityInLeadership #SustainableTrade #DEI2025 #GlobalInclusion #kateforonda #katsiaryna #foronda 

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]]> Why does Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) matter in international business — and why are so many people still being left out of global trade?

In this episode, host Kate Foronda breaks down the critical connection between DEI and global markets. We explore who gets a seat at the table, what structural and cultural barriers still hold others back, and why many DEI programs fail to deliver real impact — especially in high-risk, fast-moving industries like commodities, logistics, and tech. 

From shifting political climates in the U.S. to legally mandated inclusion in Europe — and the overlooked voices in Latin America, Asia, and emerging economies—this episode offers a global view of how inclusion is shaping, challenging, and strengthening the future of trade.

📊 Backed by 2025 data from McKinsey, CultureMonkey, and recent corporate trends, this episode reveals how DEI isn’t just a social responsibility — it’s a competitive edge in an interconnected world. 

#DEI #GlobalTrade #InclusiveEconomy #InternationalBusiness #WomenInTrade #DiversityEquityInclusion #TradePolicy #EmergingMarkets #BusinessStrategy #KateForonda #CircusAndCircuit #SupplyChainDiversity #EquityInLeadership #SustainableTrade #DEI2025 #GlobalInclusion #kateforonda #katsiaryna #foronda 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17172504 Thu, 15 May 2025 19:00:00 -0400 1014 8 full false Episode 7: Sanctions in Motion: The Unseen Battles of Global Trade Episode 7: Sanctions in Motion: The Unseen Battles of Global Trade Sanctions are powerful tools — but they are often invisible to the public eye.

In the episode 7 of Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, Kate Foronda takes you behind the scenes of how sanctions shape global markets, disrupt supply chains, and impact both nations and everyday people.

Kate will break down:

  • What sanctions are and who enforces them.
  • How sanctions have played out in real-world cases — from Russia’s dark fleet oil tankers to Venezuela’s black-market oil sales, to the U.S.-China tech war.
  • Why sanctions often hit small countries and private businesses harder than intended.
  • The future of sanctions — with AI, crypto, and new global alliances changing the game.

Whether you’re a trader, business owner, policymaker, or simply curious about how politics drives business, this is a must-listen to understand the hidden forces shaping today’s global economy.

If you want to hear more about sanctions, or if you have a question or feedback, connect with Kate on LinkedIn or via her website foronda.us. 

Stay informed. Stay sharp. The real stories are often the ones you don’t see in the headlines. 

@ Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

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]]> Sanctions are powerful tools — but they are often invisible to the public eye.

In the episode 7 of Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, Kate Foronda takes you behind the scenes of how sanctions shape global markets, disrupt supply chains, and impact both nations and everyday people.

Kate will break down:

  • What sanctions are and who enforces them.
  • How sanctions have played out in real-world cases — from Russia’s dark fleet oil tankers to Venezuela’s black-market oil sales, to the U.S.-China tech war.
  • Why sanctions often hit small countries and private businesses harder than intended.
  • The future of sanctions — with AI, crypto, and new global alliances changing the game.

Whether you’re a trader, business owner, policymaker, or simply curious about how politics drives business, this is a must-listen to understand the hidden forces shaping today’s global economy.

If you want to hear more about sanctions, or if you have a question or feedback, connect with Kate on LinkedIn or via her website foronda.us. 

Stay informed. Stay sharp. The real stories are often the ones you don’t see in the headlines. 

@ Katsiaryna (Kate) Foronda 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> https://foronda.us/podcast Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-17062191 Mon, 28 Apr 2025 22:00:00 -0400 1366 Kate, Foronda, Katsiaryna, International, Trade, Commodities, Agriculture, Oil, Gas, Metals, Industrial, Organizational, Psychology, Business Strategy, Import, Export, Businesswoman, Organizaional Change, Agile, Managemen, Sanctions, Russia, China, USA, C 7 full false Episode 6: Trade Wars & Tariffs: Who Really Wins? Episode 6: Trade Wars & Tariffs: Who Really Wins? Episode 6 of Circus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade is here!

This week, Kate is diving into one of the most talked-about — and misunderstood — forces shaping the world economy: trade wars and tariffs. From rising prices at home to global political tension abroad, we break down who actually benefits… and who’s stuck with the bill.

She’ll talk about:

  • Why U.S. tariffs are at their highest levels in nearly a century
  • How businesses in China, Germany, and even the former Soviet Union are reacting
  • And what “carbon border taxes” could mean for the future of global trade

The episode is packed with fresh stats, global insights, and simple explanations — no economics degree required.

So if you’ve ever wondered what’s really behind those headlines about tariffs and trade tensions, this episode will give you the big picture — and the fine print.

Catch Episode 6 wherever you get your podcasts. Just search rcus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, and Kate will meet you there. 

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]]> Episode 6 of Circus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade is here!

This week, Kate is diving into one of the most talked-about — and misunderstood — forces shaping the world economy: trade wars and tariffs. From rising prices at home to global political tension abroad, we break down who actually benefits… and who’s stuck with the bill.

She’ll talk about:

  • Why U.S. tariffs are at their highest levels in nearly a century
  • How businesses in China, Germany, and even the former Soviet Union are reacting
  • And what “carbon border taxes” could mean for the future of global trade

The episode is packed with fresh stats, global insights, and simple explanations — no economics degree required.

So if you’ve ever wondered what’s really behind those headlines about tariffs and trade tensions, this episode will give you the big picture — and the fine print.

Catch Episode 6 wherever you get your podcasts. Just search rcus and Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, and Kate will meet you there. 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> Buzzsprout-16965090 Fri, 11 Apr 2025 22:00:00 -0400 1094 6 full false Episode 5: Women in Commodities – Breaking Barriers, Building Markets Episode 5: Women in Commodities – Breaking Barriers, Building Markets In Episode 5, we explore the world of Women in Commodities — why the industry has been dominated by men for so long, what’s finally starting to shift, and how women will continue bringing strong leadership, fresh ideas, and innovation to the space.

You’ll hear inspiring stories, key stats, and real examples of how the future of commodities trading will look different — with more women leading the way.

#NewEpisode #WomenInTrade #GlobalBusiness #KateForonda #PodcastRelease #ComingSoon

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> In Episode 5, we explore the world of Women in Commodities — why the industry has been dominated by men for so long, what’s finally starting to shift, and how women will continue bringing strong leadership, fresh ideas, and innovation to the space.

You’ll hear inspiring stories, key stats, and real examples of how the future of commodities trading will look different — with more women leading the way.

#NewEpisode #WomenInTrade #GlobalBusiness #KateForonda #PodcastRelease #ComingSoon

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-16878785 Fri, 28 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0400 1131 Kate, Katsiaryna, Foronda, Commodities, Trading, Import, Export, Business, Development, Consulting, I-O Psycology, Research, Logistics, Women, International, Global 5 full false Episode 4: The Secret Life of a Commodity Trader – What really happens behind the scenes in global commodity trading? Episode 4: The Secret Life of a Commodity Trader – What really happens behind the scenes in global commodity trading? In Episode 4 of Circus and Circuit, Kate Foronda pulls back the curtain on the real world of physical commodity trading. Forget the image of traders glued to screens, watching stock prices fluctuate. Physical traders deal with real goods, real risks, and real relationships—navigating complex logistics, securing deals, and making split-second decisions that can mean millions in profit or loss. 

In This Episode, We’ll Answer: 

- What does a day in the life of a commodity trader look like?

- Why are trust and relationships more important than algorithms?

- How do traders avoid bad deals, sanctions risks, and logistical nightmares?

- Which AI tools—like #Kpler, #Vortexa, #ClearMetal, #Palantir, and #MineHub —are changing the game for modern traders?

You’ll dive into real-world examples from industry giants like #Glencore, #Vitol, #Trafigura, #Shell, #BP, and #Codelco. You’ll explore how AI and blockchain are reshaping the industry and why the best traders aren’t just dealmakers but also strategists, problem-solvers, and risk managers. 

Whether you’re a seasoned trader, an aspiring professional, or just curious about the global economy, this episode will give you an insider’s look and practical tools that you can immediately apply in one of the most intense and fascinating industries in the world. 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> In Episode 4 of Circus and Circuit, Kate Foronda pulls back the curtain on the real world of physical commodity trading. Forget the image of traders glued to screens, watching stock prices fluctuate. Physical traders deal with real goods, real risks, and real relationships—navigating complex logistics, securing deals, and making split-second decisions that can mean millions in profit or loss. 

In This Episode, We’ll Answer: 

- What does a day in the life of a commodity trader look like?

- Why are trust and relationships more important than algorithms?

- How do traders avoid bad deals, sanctions risks, and logistical nightmares?

- Which AI tools—like #Kpler, #Vortexa, #ClearMetal, #Palantir, and #MineHub —are changing the game for modern traders?

You’ll dive into real-world examples from industry giants like #Glencore, #Vitol, #Trafigura, #Shell, #BP, and #Codelco. You’ll explore how AI and blockchain are reshaping the industry and why the best traders aren’t just dealmakers but also strategists, problem-solvers, and risk managers. 

Whether you’re a seasoned trader, an aspiring professional, or just curious about the global economy, this episode will give you an insider’s look and practical tools that you can immediately apply in one of the most intense and fascinating industries in the world. 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> https://foronda.us/podcast Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-16795295 Sat, 15 Mar 2025 19:00:00 -0400 1207 Kate Foronda, International Trade, Import, Export, Glencore, Trafigura, Vitol, Shell, BP, Codelco, Kpler, Vortexa, ClearMetal, Palantir, MineHub, global trade, commodities trading, physical commodities, strategy, business, relationships 4 full false Episode 3: Containers, Chaos, and the Shipping Crisis Episode 3: Containers, Chaos, and the Shipping Crisis Did you know that almost 90% of everything we buy has traveled in a shipping container? Yet, despite this revolutionary invention, global trade still faces massive bottlenecks, delays, and shortages. In the previous episode Kate was talking about The Trade Routes That Shaped the World and today she advances her discourse on international trade and talks about something very essential but often overlooked—the humble shipping container. 

In this episode, listeners will explore:

✅ How one ship changed everything – The Ideal X, the first container ship, and how it slashed shipping costs by 90%.

✅ The game-changing impact of containerization – How Malcolm McLean’s innovation revolutionized global trade.

✅ Case studies of supply chain chaos – The Ever Given Suez Canal blockage and the Great Toilet Paper Shortage of 2020 (hint: we never actually ran out!).

✅ Why global shipping is still vulnerable – From pandemics to geopolitical conflicts and labor shortages, what’s keeping our goods from moving smoothly?

✅ AI and the future of logistics – How smart technology is reshaping global supply chains and preventing the next big crisis.

Join Kate Foronda and navigate the hidden complexities behind the world’s supply chains and explore what’s next for global trade.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, and other major platforms. 

📩 Share your thoughts & tag a friend who needs to hear this!

🚀 Big things ahead! Stay tuned for more insights into global trade.

👀 Watch this space! #GlobalTrade #SupplyChain #Logistics #Podcast #KateForonda #Katsiaryna #Foronda #International #Trade #Import #Export 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> Did you know that almost 90% of everything we buy has traveled in a shipping container? Yet, despite this revolutionary invention, global trade still faces massive bottlenecks, delays, and shortages. In the previous episode Kate was talking about The Trade Routes That Shaped the World and today she advances her discourse on international trade and talks about something very essential but often overlooked—the humble shipping container. 

In this episode, listeners will explore:

✅ How one ship changed everything – The Ideal X, the first container ship, and how it slashed shipping costs by 90%.

✅ The game-changing impact of containerization – How Malcolm McLean’s innovation revolutionized global trade.

✅ Case studies of supply chain chaos – The Ever Given Suez Canal blockage and the Great Toilet Paper Shortage of 2020 (hint: we never actually ran out!).

✅ Why global shipping is still vulnerable – From pandemics to geopolitical conflicts and labor shortages, what’s keeping our goods from moving smoothly?

✅ AI and the future of logistics – How smart technology is reshaping global supply chains and preventing the next big crisis.

Join Kate Foronda and navigate the hidden complexities behind the world’s supply chains and explore what’s next for global trade.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, and other major platforms. 

📩 Share your thoughts & tag a friend who needs to hear this!

🚀 Big things ahead! Stay tuned for more insights into global trade.

👀 Watch this space! #GlobalTrade #SupplyChain #Logistics #Podcast #KateForonda #Katsiaryna #Foronda #International #Trade #Import #Export 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-16712585 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500 903 3 full false Episode 2: The Trade Routes That Shaped the World Episode 2: The Trade Routes That Shaped the World In this Episode 2: The Trade Routes That Shaped the World, the host Kate Foronda discusses how trade has always been more than just exchanging goods— it’s about power, politics, and profit. She takes listeners on a historical journey through the world’s most influential trade routes, exploring their profound impact on today’s global economy.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🚛 The Silk Road – A 4,000-mile network that connected East and West, spreading silk, spices, and even the plague!

🛳️ The Spice Trade – How nutmeg was once worth more than gold—and why the Dutch traded Manhattan for a tiny Indonesian island!

⚓ The Atlantic Trade – The controversial history of the triangular trade and its role in shaping modern economies.

🌊 Modern Trade Routes – The Suez and Panama Canals—what happens when they shut down, and why they remain geopolitical hotspots today.

💰 Digital Trade Routes – AI, blockchain, and why data is now more valuable than oil in the digital economy.

🌍 China’s Belt & Road Initiative – Economic expansion or a debt trap for developing nations? Find out why Panama just exited the BRI in 2025!

Crazy Trade Facts You Won’t Believe!

- The 2021 Ever Given crisis blocked the Suez Canal, costing global trade $9.6 billion per day!

- The Dutch literally traded Manhattan for a nutmeg island—TRUE STORY!

- AI and blockchain are set to revolutionize supply chains and digital trade routes. 


The episode is available on February 14, 2025 | Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, and other major platforms. 

👉 Tag a friend who loves history, global business, or crazy trade stories!

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> In this Episode 2: The Trade Routes That Shaped the World, the host Kate Foronda discusses how trade has always been more than just exchanging goods— it’s about power, politics, and profit. She takes listeners on a historical journey through the world’s most influential trade routes, exploring their profound impact on today’s global economy.

What’s Inside This Episode?

🚛 The Silk Road – A 4,000-mile network that connected East and West, spreading silk, spices, and even the plague!

🛳️ The Spice Trade – How nutmeg was once worth more than gold—and why the Dutch traded Manhattan for a tiny Indonesian island!

⚓ The Atlantic Trade – The controversial history of the triangular trade and its role in shaping modern economies.

🌊 Modern Trade Routes – The Suez and Panama Canals—what happens when they shut down, and why they remain geopolitical hotspots today.

💰 Digital Trade Routes – AI, blockchain, and why data is now more valuable than oil in the digital economy.

🌍 China’s Belt & Road Initiative – Economic expansion or a debt trap for developing nations? Find out why Panama just exited the BRI in 2025!

Crazy Trade Facts You Won’t Believe!

- The 2021 Ever Given crisis blocked the Suez Canal, costing global trade $9.6 billion per day!

- The Dutch literally traded Manhattan for a nutmeg island—TRUE STORY!

- AI and blockchain are set to revolutionize supply chains and digital trade routes. 


The episode is available on February 14, 2025 | Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, and other major platforms. 

👉 Tag a friend who loves history, global business, or crazy trade stories!

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> Kate Foronda Buzzsprout-16624965 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0500 963 2 full false Episode 1: Welcome to the Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade Episode 1: Welcome to the Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade In this very first episode of Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, host Kate Foronda introduces the show, its purpose, and what listeners can expect in the episodes to come. 

This podcast is all about understanding the two sides of global trade—the structured systems (the Circuit) and the unpredictable challenges (the Circus). Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an entrepreneur, or simply curious about international business, this episode lays the foundation for why mastering both order and chaos is essential for success. 

Kate also shares why this launch is happening at a crucial moment—right after the election of the 47th U.S. President, Donald Trump, and at the beginning of the Chinese Lunar New Year on January 29. Having presented at the presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C., she witnessed firsthand the swift signing of executive orders that could reshape global trade, reinforcing the need to stay informed and adaptable.

This episode explains what this podcast will cover—real-world trade stories, market insights, business strategies, and expert perspectives—and why understanding both the rules and the risks of global commerce is more important than ever. 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

]]> In this very first episode of Circus & Circuit: Unraveling Global Trade, host Kate Foronda introduces the show, its purpose, and what listeners can expect in the episodes to come. 

This podcast is all about understanding the two sides of global trade—the structured systems (the Circuit) and the unpredictable challenges (the Circus). Whether you’re a seasoned professional, an entrepreneur, or simply curious about international business, this episode lays the foundation for why mastering both order and chaos is essential for success. 

Kate also shares why this launch is happening at a crucial moment—right after the election of the 47th U.S. President, Donald Trump, and at the beginning of the Chinese Lunar New Year on January 29. Having presented at the presidential inauguration in Washington, D.C., she witnessed firsthand the swift signing of executive orders that could reshape global trade, reinforcing the need to stay informed and adaptable.

This episode explains what this podcast will cover—real-world trade stories, market insights, business strategies, and expert perspectives—and why understanding both the rules and the risks of global commerce is more important than ever. 

Tune in now to discover what’s ahead in the Circus & Circuit of global trade!

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