Shipping has faced significant disruptions this year, including a pending port strike, impacting supply chains and rates (1:00). J Mintzmyer on why we're in the midst of a multi-year bull cycle in some segments (6:55). Companies showing financial prudence by focusing on dividends and paying down debt rather than chasing the market (9:00). Biggest risk is global economy. Biggest risk to dry bulk market is China (11:40). J's 3 favorite tankers (15:35). AI, automation, and upgrading port infrastructure (18:25). Energy and dispelling environmental misnomers (24:30). Episode transcripts Show Notes: Note Of Caution On Shipping Red Sea Disruptions And 2 Key Shipping Segments Star Bulk Carriers Interview J Mintzmyer's 2 Favorite Tankers International Seaways: Tanker Market Updates, Seasonal Upside Ahead For full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions