
Episode 18 • • 55:20 - 59:36
18: Volvo's Are Sexy
Global Apparel Trends, American Manufacturing Decline
Retailers in the U.S. and Europe are concerned that apparel makers are shifting focus to Asian markets, leading to a lack of clothing sizes suitable for Western frames. The discussion notes the decline of American manufacturing, citing the move of the Gold Toe sock company to Mexico, while acknowledging that the U.S. still excels in aerospace, weaponry, and high-end microchips.
