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Hosted by technology and business journalist, David Kirkpatrick, Steel Stories by U. S. Steel, a thought-provoking look at the ever-changing world of steel, featuring interviews with industry experts and leaders with unique insights on events and developments shaping the future of steel and the shifting landscape of American manufacturing.
From Foundries to Frontiers: Revitalizing American Industry with David Burritt and Willy Shih - CEO Edition
Dec. 27th, 2023 • 26 MIN
In this episode of Steel Stories' CEO Edition, U. S. Steel President and CEO David Burritt welcomes Harvard Business School Professor Willy Shih for a conversation about the critical role of manufacturing in America's prosperity. They delve into the intricacies of the manufacturing renaissance, exploring themes such as the synergy between engineering and production, the impact of offshoring, and the intersection of manufacturing and innovation. Professor Shih also shares insights and perspectives from his book "Producing Prosperity."
Unpacking American Steel Trade, National Security, and Overcapacity with Ben Caryl
Nov. 29th, 2023 • 38 MIN
Why is steel so important? What is steel “overcapacity” and why does it matter? Which country produces more steel than the rest of the world combined? What is trade “Whac-A-Mole”? We unravel the intricacies of the steel industry with our guest, Ben Caryl, Associate General Counsel of International Trade & Public Policy at U. S Steel. Ben discusses steel’s history and delves into why foreign government support for steel production and exports has fueled massive global steel overcapacity and imports into the U.S. that impact American steel mills, workers, and national security.
From Hard Hats to Smart Hats: The Future of Steelworker Safety with Doug Matthews of Guardhat.
Oct. 25th, 2023 • 30 MIN
Steel manufacturing is important, but even more important is the safety of the workers in steel plants. In this episode, we embark on a riveting voyage through the digital age of worker safety in the steel industry…or even, every industry. Doug Matthews, Chief Growth Officer at Guardhat and former senior executive at U. S. Steel, joins host David Kirkpatrick to explore the distinctive challenges faced by not just steelworkers, but anyone working in high-risk environments, from extreme temperatures to toxic gases, and the dedicated efforts to ensure their safety.