Sam Lowe, a Partner at Flint Global consultancy, and Duncan Weldon, an economist and author, delve into the multifaceted world of tariffs. They explore Trump's fascination with tariffs, questioning their implications for U.S. trade and global relations. The discussion highlights historical perspectives on tariffs, the challenges faced by U.S. companies reliant on imports, and the potential fallout of these policies on consumers. Listeners gain insight into the complexities of trade dynamics and the 'weaponized uncertainty' of our modern economic landscape.