Between Two Shovels Ep.12: Amanda Blackwood (Supply Chain Federation) - Supply Chain Disruptions

California's supply chain is more vulnerable now than during COVID—and most people don't even realize it.In this episode of Between Two Shovels, Derek Minnema sits down with Amanda Blackwood, Strategic Advisor at the Supply Chain Federation, to discuss the mounting challenges facing America's goods movement infrastructure. From ineffective indirect source rules to tariff uncertainty and misaligned state regulations, the conversation reveals why businesses are leaving California and what it means for the future of freight.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Introduction 1:45 - Why the supply chain is more fragile than during COVID 3:50 - Trump tariffs and industry disruption 6:45 - What is the supply chain? Ports to doorsteps 8:00 - Indirect Source Rules explained 12:15 - The last 2% problem and regulation overreach 15:58 - Businesses leaving California 17:22 - How other states view their ports vs. California 19:00 - Cost-effective solutions and what's actually implementable 20:20 - Federal legislation and working with the new administration 21:30 - Why local infrastructure matters for freight movementAmanda Blackwood brings years of supply chain expertise to explain complex policy issues in straightforward terms. This conversation matters for anyone concerned about inflation, supply chain resilience, or California's economic competitiveness.Subscribe for more conversations about infrastructure, transportation policy, and the decisions shaping America's future.Guest: Amanda Blackwood - Strategic Advisor at Supply Chain FederationLearn more about Connector JPA: https://connectorjpa.com