For generations, the fishing industry has defined the identity of coastal North Carolina. However, today, workers in this sector are voicing their worries—they’re finding it tough to keep up in the global economy. Unraveling the reasons behind this challenge requires understanding the complex effects of trade policies on our local communities. The global economy isn’t some distant concept; it’s right in our backyard. Recently, our Shoresides News podcast hosted a discussion featuring reporter Johanna F. Still’s newest piece on the shrimping industry.