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

Episode 11, 9:6:2025 - The Chairman's Countdown

37min | 09/06/2025|

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This episode of The Made in America Hour is brought to you byAmerica's Inventor Lady and Home Talk USA. Home Talk is a proud member of theKing's Broadcasting Network, which has been bringing you the best in home-basedinnovation since 1998.

Hi everyone. Thank you so much for being with us for thisepisode of The Made in America Hour. This episode of The Made in America Hourfeatures "The Chairman's Countdown with Zach Mottl".

In the episode, Zach, along with his special guests, JonToomey and Charles Benoit, focuses on the resurgence of American manufacturingand the role of trade policies, particularly tariffs, in supporting domesticindustries. The hosts and their guests, John Toomey and Charles Benoit from theCoalition for a Prosperous America (CPA), discuss several key topics:

• Guardian Bikes: Asuccess story of American manufacturing, Guardian Bikes, a

company in Seymour, Indiana, that makes bicycles in the US,opened a new factory. The company, a winner on Shark Tank, is fully integrated,producing all components and employing over 250 people. The discussionhighlights how Guardian Bikes is a model for reshoring jobs and revitalizinglocal economies. Mark Cuban, an early investor, was present at the factoryopening and expressed his support for American manufacturing. The hosts notethat bringing manufacturing back doesn't necessarily raise consumer prices; infact, historically, American-made bikes were more affordable.

• Steel Tariffs (Section232): The hosts and guests discuss the recent expansion of

the Section 232 steel tariffs to include over 250 newproducts, a move that benefits domestic producers and downstream manufacturers.One example is Sherrill Manufacturing, America's last flatware maker, which nowhas an additional 50% tariff on imported cutlery. The tariffs aim to increasethe volume of American manufacturing, allowing steel mills to operate at highercapacity and potentially lower prices, ultimately benefiting consumers.

• The Secure Trade Act:This new bipartisan bill, introduced by Representatives

Jared Golden and Greg Stuby, is a major focus. The bill wouldcodify a 10% universal tariff and repeal China's "most favorednation" trade status. According to the guests, this is crucial becausepresidential tariff orders face legal challenges, and codifying them wouldprovide stability and a steady revenue stream for the government. Theyhighlight that since 2001, when China received its "most favorednation" status, the US has lost 3.4 million manufacturing jobs.

• The De MinimisLoophole: The hosts express relief that this loophole, which

allowed foreign vendors to ship products valued at less than$800 to the US duty and tax-free, is finally being closed. They state that thisloophole not only undercut American businesses but also allowed unsafe,uninspected goods and counterfeit products to enter the country.

• Acquisition of aGeneric Drug Company: The final topic is a potential acquisition in

the Czech Republic. An Indian generic drug company, Orbi, isattempting to take over a Czech company. The guests express concern, citingOrbi's history of violations and its ties to Chinese suppliers. This highlightsthe importance of national security and ensuring a safe, reliable supply ofessential medicines, which the hosts argue should be produced domestically.

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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.