How Trump’s Tarriff's Are Wreaking Global Havoc

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Podcast episode: 384

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01:31 Historical context of tariffs
04:51 Trump's tariff strategy and economic impact
10:16 Trump's mindset and psychological approach to trade
15:31 The economic consequences of Trump's tariffs
21:01 Brexit's impact on UK farmers
34:01 The rise in disability benefits and employment concerns
38:21 Political debates surrounding welfare reforms
43:11 The long-term vision for welfare and work

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