Episode 4 - April 2026
Rebuilding Global Trade: Risk, Regulation, and the Future of Trade Tech
Emil and Tom sit down with Caspian CEO Justin Sherlock to unpack how AI is changing customs compliance, duty refunds, and supply chain visibility—and why human judgment still matters. We also explore the evolving role of customs brokers, the drag of legacy systems, and how leaders can balance innovation with rising regulatory scrutiny. Essential listening for trade executives, compliance teams, and trade tech founders navigating what comes next.
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Episode 3 - February 2026
A Ruling with Ripple Effects: The Supreme Court Tariff Case and What Comes Next
Emil and Tom are joined by Cameron Roberts, Esq., Partner at Roberts & Kehagiaras and Licensed Customs Broker, to unpack the Supreme Court tariff case everyone in trade is watching. Their conversation breaks down the legal arguments and the government’s justifications surrounding the tariffs, how the Court’s decision could reshape tariff authority, and practical recommendations for companies trying to plan ahead amid continued uncertainty.
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Episode 2 - January 2026
Emil Stefanutti and Tom Gould sit down with Gaia Dynamics CTO Carlos Alzate, a veteran AI leader with experience at IBM Research and Andrew Ng’s AI Fund, to explore what AI can truly do today in customs and global trade. They discuss why generic AI tools often fall short in highly specialized compliance environments, what AI is already enabling for classification and tariff workflows, how regulators may shape adoption, what “Reasonable Care” means in an AI-driven world, and the security, risk, and breakthroughs that will define the next decade of trade and customs modernization.
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Episode 1 - December 2025
Emil and Tom chat with industry veterans Steve Bozicevic (CEO, A&A Customs Brokers) and Bojan Strbanovic (Global Director of Trade, Logistics Plus) to discuss the unprecedented changes in global trade and customs in 2025. They also explore the integration of technology and AI in trade processes, predictions for what's coming in 2026, and practical recommendations to help brokers, importers, and shippers navigate what’s next.
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