"The Made in America Hour" podcast, presented by America's Inventor Lady and HomeTalk USA

Episode 10, 8:30:2025 - The Made in America Hour with your Hosts Zach Mottl and Michael King

37min | 08/30/2025|

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This episode of "The Chairman's Countdown with Zach Mottl" is a program on The Made in America Hour that featured a conversation with Charles Benoit, Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA)'s own trade counsel and a nationally recognized leader on trade policy.

The show opens with a welcome and a brief teaser of the day's topics, including the latest on Section 232 investigations, the President's new manufacturing policy signals, and the hundreds of billions of dollars pledged by U.S. allies. The discussion also touched upon India's emergence as a major trade competitor and featured a special segment with Charles Benoit on specific tariffs and his recent op-ed in The American Conservative.

The first major segment of the show focused on updates regarding Section 232 investigations by the Department of Commerce. On the topic of chips, the discussion centered on potential semiconductor safeguard measures and supply chain security. For pharmaceuticals, with insights from Jon Toomey, President of the CPA, the show covered the status of critical medicines investigations and the growing momentum for reshoring. The hosts also provided an update on steel, noting that a new update was expected soon in the Federal Register. They revealed that 50 inclusion requests and decision memos would be posted on regulations.gov shortly, which will have significant implications for both steelmakers and downstream manufacturers.

Zach Mottl added his commentary on how the timing and scope of these decisions will shape the strategies of manufacturers.The program then provided a teaser for an upcoming deep dive into specific tariffs with Charles Benoit, highlighting his June op-ed in The American Conservative. Benoit's insights covered the role of targeted, specific tariffs in leveling the playing field and what to expect in the next round of tariff announcements. This segment also previewed a discussion on presidential signals regarding industrial policy and trade, including a recap of the President's recent comments and expectations for announcements in the late summer and fall, as well as potential year-end moves.

Zach Mottl shared his perspective on these commitments and what to anticipate over the next twelve months. The show also offered an overview of the hundreds of billions pledged by the European Union and other allies in exchange for managed trade arrangements. These funds are projected to be allocated to domestic production, pharmaceuticals, and advanced manufacturing, though the hosts noted the risks and accountability challenges of ensuring these pledges become real investments, citing Japan as a prime example.

The core of the show was a segment featuring an interview with Charles Benoit and Zach Mottl. The two made a case for specific tariffs over percentage-based measures, discussing potential upcoming tariff targets and timing. They explored how these tools could be applied to industries like steel and pharmaceuticals, referencing key points from Benoit’s June op-ed. A separate segment was dedicated to examining India as a major trade competitor. The hosts highlighted India's rising tariffs and its history of what they called "trade cheating," using the example of generic pharmaceuticals and their impact on domestic manufacturers. They drew parallels between India's state-driven policies and China's trade circumvention tactics, emphasizing why India should be watched as a significant competitor and "rule-bender."

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About "The Made in America Hour" podcast, presented by America's Inventor Lady and HomeTalk USA

"The Made in America Hour" podcast is a show about all things made in America, whether it's an "idea" (i.e., invented in the USA), the development of a new product from an original idea, products manufactured in America or even products sold in America after being assembled in the USA. We'll also talk about the problems that American-made products have in overcoming the resistance that so many nations have to having American products compete with products in their own domestic markets.

More:

America's Inventor Lady, Rita Crompton, and HomeTalkUSA's Michael King share a powerful conviction: that supporting "Made in America" products and businesses is the key to sparking a national renaissance. They believe that by harnessing the purchasing power of American consumers, we can reinvest in our communities and workforce, thereby creating an economy that benefits everyone. This movement is not just about economic growth; it's also about bridging the political and social divides that separate us, forging a renewed sense of national unity.

The "Made in America Hour"

To bring this vision to life, Rita Crompton and Michael King have launched "The Made in America Hour." This new initiative includes a weekly, hour-long segment on Michael King’s HomeTalkUSA radio show, as well as a corresponding TV episode on Rita Crompton’s “Made in America TV” YouTube Channel, accessible at www.madeinamericaus.comand a related podcast which appears here on the streaming platform Ausha, as well as 20 other streaming platforms, including the industry leaders such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pandora. The core purpose of all three shows is to highlight American-made products and inspire consumers to patronize the companies that manufacture them.

The show is intended to be a dual-purpose platform, catering to both consumers and businesses. It shares the real-world stories of American entrepreneurs and their companies—showcasing their successes and the hurdles they've overcome—while also creating a networking hub for those committed to the "Made in America" movement.

Meet the Hosts

Rita Crompton and Michael King co-host "The Made in America Hour," and they are joined by a rotating cast of expert co-hosts. Among them is Greg Owens, who is known as "The Made in America Guy” and who is the co-founder and CEO of Sherrill Manufacturing and Liberty Tabletop (Liberty Tabletop is notably the only producer of flatware in the country). Another contributor is Zach Mottl, Chairman of the Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA), a national non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing the American economy for current and future generations.

With the combined influence of Rita's and Michael's broadcast platform and the profound knowledge of their co-hosts, "The Made in America Hour" is poised to lead a renaissance that will benefit every American and, hopefully, help heal our national divisions.

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About "The Made in America Hour" podcast, presented by America's Inventor Lady and HomeTalk USA

"The Made in America Hour" podcast is a show about all things made in America, whether it's an "idea" (i.e., invented in the USA), the development of a new product from an original idea, products manufactured in America or even products sold in America after being assembled in the USA. We'll also talk about the problems that American-made products have in overcoming the resistance that so many nations have to having American products compete with products in their own domestic markets.

More:

America's Inventor Lady, Rita Crompton, and HomeTalkUSA's Michael King share a powerful conviction: that supporting "Made in America" products and businesses is the key to sparking a national renaissance. They believe that by harnessing the purchasing power of American consumers, we can reinvest in our communities and workforce, thereby creating an economy that benefits everyone. This movement is not just about economic growth; it's also about bridging the political and social divides that separate us, forging a renewed sense of national unity.

The "Made in America Hour"

To bring this vision to life, Rita Crompton and Michael King have launched "The Made in America Hour." This new initiative includes a weekly, hour-long segment on Michael King’s HomeTalkUSA radio show, as well as a corresponding TV episode on Rita Crompton’s “Made in America TV” YouTube Channel, accessible at www.madeinamericaus.comand a related podcast which appears here on the streaming platform Ausha, as well as 20 other streaming platforms, including the industry leaders such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pandora. The core purpose of all three shows is to highlight American-made products and inspire consumers to patronize the companies that manufacture them.

The show is intended to be a dual-purpose platform, catering to both consumers and businesses. It shares the real-world stories of American entrepreneurs and their companies—showcasing their successes and the hurdles they've overcome—while also creating a networking hub for those committed to the "Made in America" movement.

Meet the Hosts

Rita Crompton and Michael King co-host "The Made in America Hour," and they are joined by a rotating cast of expert co-hosts. Among them is Greg Owens, who is known as "The Made in America Guy” and who is the co-founder and CEO of Sherrill Manufacturing and Liberty Tabletop (Liberty Tabletop is notably the only producer of flatware in the country). Another contributor is Zach Mottl, Chairman of the Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA), a national non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing the American economy for current and future generations.

With the combined influence of Rita's and Michael's broadcast platform and the profound knowledge of their co-hosts, "The Made in America Hour" is poised to lead a renaissance that will benefit every American and, hopefully, help heal our national divisions.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Description

This episode of "The Chairman's Countdown with Zach Mottl" is a program on The Made in America Hour that featured a conversation with Charles Benoit, Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA)'s own trade counsel and a nationally recognized leader on trade policy.

The show opens with a welcome and a brief teaser of the day's topics, including the latest on Section 232 investigations, the President's new manufacturing policy signals, and the hundreds of billions of dollars pledged by U.S. allies. The discussion also touched upon India's emergence as a major trade competitor and featured a special segment with Charles Benoit on specific tariffs and his recent op-ed in The American Conservative.

The first major segment of the show focused on updates regarding Section 232 investigations by the Department of Commerce. On the topic of chips, the discussion centered on potential semiconductor safeguard measures and supply chain security. For pharmaceuticals, with insights from Jon Toomey, President of the CPA, the show covered the status of critical medicines investigations and the growing momentum for reshoring. The hosts also provided an update on steel, noting that a new update was expected soon in the Federal Register. They revealed that 50 inclusion requests and decision memos would be posted on regulations.gov shortly, which will have significant implications for both steelmakers and downstream manufacturers.

Zach Mottl added his commentary on how the timing and scope of these decisions will shape the strategies of manufacturers.The program then provided a teaser for an upcoming deep dive into specific tariffs with Charles Benoit, highlighting his June op-ed in The American Conservative. Benoit's insights covered the role of targeted, specific tariffs in leveling the playing field and what to expect in the next round of tariff announcements. This segment also previewed a discussion on presidential signals regarding industrial policy and trade, including a recap of the President's recent comments and expectations for announcements in the late summer and fall, as well as potential year-end moves.

Zach Mottl shared his perspective on these commitments and what to anticipate over the next twelve months. The show also offered an overview of the hundreds of billions pledged by the European Union and other allies in exchange for managed trade arrangements. These funds are projected to be allocated to domestic production, pharmaceuticals, and advanced manufacturing, though the hosts noted the risks and accountability challenges of ensuring these pledges become real investments, citing Japan as a prime example.

The core of the show was a segment featuring an interview with Charles Benoit and Zach Mottl. The two made a case for specific tariffs over percentage-based measures, discussing potential upcoming tariff targets and timing. They explored how these tools could be applied to industries like steel and pharmaceuticals, referencing key points from Benoit’s June op-ed. A separate segment was dedicated to examining India as a major trade competitor. The hosts highlighted India's rising tariffs and its history of what they called "trade cheating," using the example of generic pharmaceuticals and their impact on domestic manufacturers. They drew parallels between India's state-driven policies and China's trade circumvention tactics, emphasizing why India should be watched as a significant competitor and "rule-bender."

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About "The Made in America Hour" podcast, presented by America's Inventor Lady and HomeTalk USA

"The Made in America Hour" podcast is a show about all things made in America, whether it's an "idea" (i.e., invented in the USA), the development of a new product from an original idea, products manufactured in America or even products sold in America after being assembled in the USA. We'll also talk about the problems that American-made products have in overcoming the resistance that so many nations have to having American products compete with products in their own domestic markets.

More:

America's Inventor Lady, Rita Crompton, and HomeTalkUSA's Michael King share a powerful conviction: that supporting "Made in America" products and businesses is the key to sparking a national renaissance. They believe that by harnessing the purchasing power of American consumers, we can reinvest in our communities and workforce, thereby creating an economy that benefits everyone. This movement is not just about economic growth; it's also about bridging the political and social divides that separate us, forging a renewed sense of national unity.

The "Made in America Hour"

To bring this vision to life, Rita Crompton and Michael King have launched "The Made in America Hour." This new initiative includes a weekly, hour-long segment on Michael King’s HomeTalkUSA radio show, as well as a corresponding TV episode on Rita Crompton’s “Made in America TV” YouTube Channel, accessible at www.madeinamericaus.comand a related podcast which appears here on the streaming platform Ausha, as well as 20 other streaming platforms, including the industry leaders such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pandora. The core purpose of all three shows is to highlight American-made products and inspire consumers to patronize the companies that manufacture them.

The show is intended to be a dual-purpose platform, catering to both consumers and businesses. It shares the real-world stories of American entrepreneurs and their companies—showcasing their successes and the hurdles they've overcome—while also creating a networking hub for those committed to the "Made in America" movement.

Meet the Hosts

Rita Crompton and Michael King co-host "The Made in America Hour," and they are joined by a rotating cast of expert co-hosts. Among them is Greg Owens, who is known as "The Made in America Guy” and who is the co-founder and CEO of Sherrill Manufacturing and Liberty Tabletop (Liberty Tabletop is notably the only producer of flatware in the country). Another contributor is Zach Mottl, Chairman of the Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA), a national non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing the American economy for current and future generations.

With the combined influence of Rita's and Michael's broadcast platform and the profound knowledge of their co-hosts, "The Made in America Hour" is poised to lead a renaissance that will benefit every American and, hopefully, help heal our national divisions.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About "The Made in America Hour" podcast, presented by America's Inventor Lady and HomeTalk USA

"The Made in America Hour" podcast is a show about all things made in America, whether it's an "idea" (i.e., invented in the USA), the development of a new product from an original idea, products manufactured in America or even products sold in America after being assembled in the USA. We'll also talk about the problems that American-made products have in overcoming the resistance that so many nations have to having American products compete with products in their own domestic markets.

More:

America's Inventor Lady, Rita Crompton, and HomeTalkUSA's Michael King share a powerful conviction: that supporting "Made in America" products and businesses is the key to sparking a national renaissance. They believe that by harnessing the purchasing power of American consumers, we can reinvest in our communities and workforce, thereby creating an economy that benefits everyone. This movement is not just about economic growth; it's also about bridging the political and social divides that separate us, forging a renewed sense of national unity.

The "Made in America Hour"

To bring this vision to life, Rita Crompton and Michael King have launched "The Made in America Hour." This new initiative includes a weekly, hour-long segment on Michael King’s HomeTalkUSA radio show, as well as a corresponding TV episode on Rita Crompton’s “Made in America TV” YouTube Channel, accessible at www.madeinamericaus.comand a related podcast which appears here on the streaming platform Ausha, as well as 20 other streaming platforms, including the industry leaders such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music and Pandora. The core purpose of all three shows is to highlight American-made products and inspire consumers to patronize the companies that manufacture them.

The show is intended to be a dual-purpose platform, catering to both consumers and businesses. It shares the real-world stories of American entrepreneurs and their companies—showcasing their successes and the hurdles they've overcome—while also creating a networking hub for those committed to the "Made in America" movement.

Meet the Hosts

Rita Crompton and Michael King co-host "The Made in America Hour," and they are joined by a rotating cast of expert co-hosts. Among them is Greg Owens, who is known as "The Made in America Guy” and who is the co-founder and CEO of Sherrill Manufacturing and Liberty Tabletop (Liberty Tabletop is notably the only producer of flatware in the country). Another contributor is Zach Mottl, Chairman of the Coalition for a Prosperous America (CPA), a national non-profit organization dedicated to revitalizing the American economy for current and future generations.

With the combined influence of Rita's and Michael's broadcast platform and the profound knowledge of their co-hosts, "The Made in America Hour" is poised to lead a renaissance that will benefit every American and, hopefully, help heal our national divisions.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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