Maritime in America Ep #64: Unpacking the Economic Consequences of the Jones Act Waiver

In this special edition of Maritime in America, Aaron Smith, Ashley Smith, and Angelle Johnson sit down with shipping expert John McCown to discuss the ongoing Jones Act waiver and what it means for American maritime industries. As former President and CEO of Trailer Bridge, founder of Blue Alpha Capital, and Non-resident Senior Fellow at the Center for Maritime Strategy, McCown brings decades of experience and a data-driven perspective to one of the most talked-about issues in shipping today. Together, the group examines whether recent Jones Act waivers have achieved their intended goals, the economic realities behind domestic and foreign-flag shipping, and the broader impacts on fuel prices, U.S. maritime jobs, supply chains, and national security. The conversation explores the facts, data, and long-term consequences shaping the future of America's maritime industry. 🎧 Subscribe for more conversations with the leaders and professionals shaping maritime in America. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@offshoreamerica/podcasts Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/18VNNoQ...   Visit us at offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine Service Association. #MaritimeInAmericaPodcast #OffshoreAmerica #OffshoreMaritime #MaritimeIndustry #JonesAct