Maritime in America

This week, we're discussing Coast Guard mission and responsibilities, aviation incidents and lessons, and l ong-term industry capability and strategic planning . Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremari...

This week, we're discussing USCG Commercial Vessel Program, Highlighting Talent Industry, & Neglect of the Offshore Sector. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the...

This week, we're discussing Policy Letter Breakdown, Fuel Market, and Mariner Safety Lessons. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine Service Associ...

This week, we're discussing The Influence of Big Business Groups. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine Service Association. #MaritimeinAmericaPod...

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...

For nearly 30 years, Tony Munoz has covered the people, companies, and stories shaping the U.S. maritime industry through The Maritime Executive. In this episode of Maritime in America, Tony joins Aaron Smith, Ashley Smith, and Angelle Johnson to discuss the evolution of the offshore industry, the importance of the Jones Act, and the leadership behind America's maritime sector. From Port Fourchon...

This week, we're discussing Maritime Restrictions vs Airline & Trucking, Historical Context of Waivers, Strategic Petroleum Reserve. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information a...

This week, we're discussing The Hidden Costs of the Jones Act Waiver. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates.   🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine Service Association. #MaritimeinAmer...

This week, we're discussing Round Table insights, Engagement with Senators and Hill staff, and Media Perspectives. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore...

In this episode co-hosts Aaron Smith, Ashley Smith, and Angelle Johnson welcome Sean Hogue, EVP of Baker Marine Solutions. Join us as Sean shines light on the diverse career paths in the maritime industry. Discover insights on offshore work, industry growth, and how to inspire the next generation of maritime professionals. 🔗 Find us on social media or wherever you listen to podcasts: Linktree: ht...

This week, we're discussing Legislative Updates, Agricultural Lobbying, & Historical Context. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine Service Associ...

In this episode of Maritime in America, co-hosts Aaron Smith, Ashley Smith, and Angelle Johnson welcome Aaron Valure, D.P. Instructor at Marine Training Institute. Valure shares insights on maritime careers, dynamic positioning, and industry challenges. Together they discuss practical advice for aspiring mariners and the future of autonomous vessels.   Find us on social media or wherever you liste...

Today, we're discussing the Jones Act Waiver Extension. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: ⁠ https://apple.co/3ShSBMV ⁠ Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine Service Association. #MaritimeinAmericaPodcast #...

This week, we're discussing Marijuana Policy Changes, Vessel Classifications, and Regulatory Challenges. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine Ser...

This week, we're discussing Merger Implications, Calls for Innovation, & MSP Analysis. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates.   🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV   Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine Service Associati...

This week, we're discussing the President's Fiscal Year 2027 Budget, E-Medical Certificates, and DC events. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine...

This week, we're discussing Energy Policy Contradictions, GAO Report on Offshore Wind Vessels, and New Orleans Slammer Case. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the...

This week, we're discussing The Jones Act Waiver. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine Service Association. #MaritimeinAmericaPodcast #OffshoreBr...

In this episode of Maritime in America, we welcome Roland "Rex" Rexha, Secretary-Treasurer of the Marine Engineers' Beneficial Association (M.E.B.A.). Rex shares his inspiring journey from immigrant roots to union leadership, along with insights on maritime careers, industry opportunities, the value of union membership, and why a strong American maritime industry matters. 🔗 Find us on social medi...

This week, we're discussing Jones Act Waiver Implications and Tugs Towboats and Barges Conference Recap. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates.   🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV   Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine...

This week, we're discussing Upcoming Events and Opportunities, Policy Control, the Importance of Merchant Marine, and Fun Facts about Maritime History. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for...

This week we're discussing innovative research from Texas A&M regarding collision avoidance systems and Upcoming Events. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Off...

This week, we're discussing Maritime Action Plan Overview, CoE Program, & OMSA Events. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the Offshore Marine Service Association....

This week, we're discussing the Winter Olympics, Market Consolidation and Competition, and Valentine's Day Shoutout to all. Join us every Friday to hear about the latest updates. 🎧 Listen on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.  YouTube: https://bit.ly/44KVLjJ Spotify: https://spoti.fi /3YVY9Az Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ShSBMV Visit us on offshoremarine.org for more information about the...

In this episode of Maritime in America, hosts Aaron Smith, Angelle Johnson, and Ashley Smith sit down with the Honorable Joseph Orgeron, PhD, a Louisiana State Representative and maritime industry expert. Rep. Orgeron dives into his family history in the maritime sector, the evolution of technology in maritime vessels, and the importance of community engagement in coastal restoration efforts. The...