The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe 442: Salena Zito—America's Journalist
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Jul 8, 2025 Salena Zito, an award-winning reporter and author known for her insights into America's heartland, discusses her new book on the near assassination of Donald Trump. She delves into the resurgence of skilled trades and how Pennsylvania is a leader in this movement. Zito also reflects on the broader implications of the AI industry and the importance of community storytelling. With engaging anecdotes and a focus on the working class, she emphasizes the need for authentic leadership and the vital role of journalism in shaping narratives.
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U.S. Steel's Community Impact
- U.S. Steel represents industrial grit and community identity in the Rust Belt.
- Recent reinvestment is reviving jobs, stabilizing towns, and preserving multigenerational livelihoods.
Trades Meet AI in Pennsylvania
- Skilled trades are undergoing a renaissance driven by AI and energy investments.
- Pennsylvania is becoming a hub by marrying innovation with a ready workforce in traditional industries.
Promote Trades with Pride
- Inspire youth to consider trades as pathways to prosperity and patriotism.
- Celebrate artisanship in trades as vital for the country’s engine and future workforce.