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The Fabric of Industry Podcast

The Fabric of Industry Podcast

By: Adam Grange
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Fabric of Industry is a podcast that examines the economic world through the lens of industrial sectors—from primary resource extraction to knowledge economies and governance. Each episode offers a structured exploration of how these sectors operate, intersect, and evolve, drawing on historical context, labor dynamics, technological developments, and global trends. Designed for learners, educators, and curious professionals, the podcast provides a foundational framework for understanding how industries shape societies and economies.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
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  • Episode 3: Mining
    Jun 5 2025

    In this episode, we explore the foundations of the mining industry—tracing the journey from raw minerals to the massive machines that extract them. We break down the major types of mining, from open-pit to underground operations, and uncover how technology and methods differ across regions. The episode also contrasts mining practices in developed versus underdeveloped countries.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Episode 2: Forestry and Fishing
    May 26 2025

    This episode explores the essential roles of forestry and fishing within the primary sector, examining how societies in various levels of development rely on these renewable natural resources for survival, trade, and industry. We’ll delve into the economic significance, ecological dynamics, and sustainability challenges of both sectors—highlighting key practices, labor forces, and innovations shaping the future of timber and seafood industries.

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    43 mins
  • Episode 1: What is the Primary Sector?
    May 23 2025

    This inaugural episode of the Fabric of Industry podcast introduces the five sectors of industry, explains what the primary sector is and explores the agricultural sector in developed vs. undeveloped countries. Key concepts for the rest of the show are laid down, such as the Human Development Index and the Three-Sector Theory.

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    45 mins

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