Gaia Dynamics

Trade & Tech Podcast by Gaia Dynamics

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The Trade & Tech Podcast , presented by Gaia Dynamics, explores how the world moves goods and the rules shaping that movement. Each month, Tom Gould and Emil Stefanutti will explore how companies are navigating tariffs, export controls, and global compliance challenges, as well as the impact that modern technology has on these processes. Industry leaders will share firsthand how they’re adapting and what’s next for global commerce. From policy shifts to the impact of AI on the global trade industry, this is your guide to staying ahead in a rapidly evolving trade landscape.

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Before Kickoff: The Global Trade Behind the FIFA World Cup 06.07.2026 47:34

You will never watch a World Cup game the same way again. Behind every match at the 2026 tournament (48 national teams, 16 host cities, three countries) sits one of the most complex logistics and customs operations on the planet, and almost none of it is visible from the stands or the couch. On this episode of the Trade & Tech Podcast by Gaia Dynamics, Emil Stefanutti and Tom Gould talk with A...

The Refund Trap: Recovery, Risk, and the New Reality of Trade Compliance 07.05.2026 47:05

In Episode 5 of The Trade and Tech Podcast, we dig into one of the most urgent questions facing importers right now: when does a duty refund turn into a compliance trap? Emil and Tom are joined by Rennie Alston, CEO of the Alston Group and American River Group, and Michael Roll, Partner at Roll & Harris LLP. Together, they unpack how CAPE and automated liquidation are changing CBP’s visibility...

Rebuilding Global Trade: Risk, Regulation, and the Future of Trade Tech 23.04.2026 52:22

Emil and Tom sit down with Caspian CEO Justin Sherlock to unpack how AI is changing customs compliance, duty refunds, and supply chain visibility—and why human judgment still matters. Justin shares how Caspian structures messy trade data to help more than 500,000 US importers uncover duty savings, even without dedicated trade teams. We also explore the evolving role of customs brokers, the drag of...

A Ruling With Ripple Effects: The Supreme Court Tariff Case and What Comes Next 19.02.2026 43:18

Emil and Tom are joined by Cameron Roberts, Esq., Partner at Roberts & Kehagiaras and Licensed Customs Broker, to unpack the Supreme Court tariff case everyone in trade is watching. Their conversation breaks down the legal arguments and the government’s justifications surrounding the tariffs, how the Court’s decision could reshape tariff authority, and practical recommendations for companies t...

Can AI Really Classify Like a Broker? Inside The Technology Shaping Global Trade 29.01.2026 55:16

On this episode of the Trade & Tech Podcast, we’re tackling one of the biggest misconceptions in global trade: most AI tools are not built for customs. Tom and Emil sat down with Gaia’s CTO Carlos Alzate (ex–IBM Research, ex–AI Fund with Andrew Ng) to break down why generic AI platforms fall apart in classification and compliance, what AI can actually do today for brokers and importers, and wh...

From Tariff Storms to AI Breakthroughs: The Trade Year No One Saw Coming 10.12.2025 35:30

In the premiere episode of the Trade and Tech Podcast, Emil Stefanutti and Tom Gould chat with industry veterans Steve Bozicevic (CEO, A&A Customs Brokers) and Bojan Strbanovic (Global Director of Trade, Logistics Plus) to discuss the unprecedented changes in global trade and customs in 2025. They explore the impact of tariffs, the evolving role of customs brokers, and the challenges faced by...

Trade & Tech - Teaser 01.12.2025 0:56

Join Tom and Emil in monthly conversations about trade and tech. Our first episode drops December 10 across all major platforms!