As headlines about tariffs and trade wars erupt, we unpack the history, politics and everyday effect of tariffs in an uncertain global economy. Two University of North Florida scholars of history, economics and political science explore what Trump-era import taxes may mean for American consumers, and why the president’s ever-shifting trade policy brings an unprecedented level of precarity to everything from grocery prices to global relations.
Guests:
- Kyle Romero, assistant professor of history at UNF.
- Nick Seabrook, professor of political science at UNF.
Then, the town of Hilliard commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War with a special ceremony and a visit from The Wall That Heals — a traveling, three-fifths scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Nassau County is one of the traveling wall’s final stops before being retired later this year. We talk to the mayor of Hilliard and a local Vietnam veteran about the weeklong commemoration and how the public can take part.
Guests:
- Hilliard Mayor John Beasley.
- Bruce Wells, Vietnam veteran.
- Alicia Head, public information and event coordinator, town of Hilliard.
And OneJax humanitarian honoree Debbie Buckland is being recognized for her commitment to community service, including her fundraising leadership at WJCT. We talk with her about what drives a life of service, the impact of public media and why community leadership matters more than ever.
Guests:
- Debbie Buckland, business/philanthropy leader and OneJax humanitarian nominee.
- David McGowan, president and CEO of WJCT Public Media.
