A16z Podcast

America is a country of immense wealth, but our manufacturing infrastructure is struggling to keep pace.In this episode, we discuss the overlooked crisis of American manufacturing and what it means for our national resilience. a16z’s Oliver Hsu hosts a conversation with founders Jordan Black (Senra Systems), Chris Power (Hadrian), and Bryon Hargis (Castelion) on why we need to revive our industrial base — and fast.From outdated regulations to the adoption of automation, they break down the “death by a thousand paper cuts” that has left our production capabilities lagging behind. Yet, it’s not all grim: these founders share how their companies are taking bold, vertically integrated approaches to reinvent the sector and reclaim America's industrial edge. Resources:Find Chris on X: https://x.com/2112PowerFind Jordan on X: https://x.com/jordan__blackFind Bryon on X: https://x.com/hargsbFind Oliver on X: https://x.com/oyhsu Stay Updated: Let us know what you think: https://ratethispodcast.com/a16zFind a16z on Twit