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Hosted by PEN-CP Pan-European Network of Customs Practitioners · news · EN · 66 episodes

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About this Podcast:

This is ”Pushing the Envelope: Life at the Cutting Edge of Customs Innovation,” with Tom Mueller of the Cross-border Research Association. On this show, we explore the frontiers of Customs creativity, in conversations with Customs and logistics experts, technology innovators, research scientists, and other leaders in the field. Industry insiders call this show “the Pencast,” because it’s part of PEN-CP, a network for boosting Customs innovation funded by the European Union under the Horizon 2020 program.

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What is PEN-Cast about?

This is ”Pushing the Envelope: Life at the Cutting Edge of Customs Innovation,” with Tom Mueller of the Cross-border Research Association. On this show, we explore the frontiers of Customs creativity, in conversations with Customs and logistics experts, technology innovators, research scientists, and other leaders in the field.

What has PEN-Cast covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Pencast 2024 (Episode 12), Mark Procter - Part3" (15 January 2025, 26 minutes), "Pencast 2024 (Episode 12), Mark Procter - Part2" (8 January 2025, 24 minutes), and "Pencast 2024 (Episode 12), Mark Procter - Part1" (19 December 2024, 21 minutes).

How often does PEN-Cast publish?

PEN-Cast publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 24 minutes across 66 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on PEN-Cast?

Booking probability for PEN-Cast is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. PEN-Cast requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. PEN-Cast's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch PEN-Cast?

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PEN-Cast is a news show with 66 episodes published.

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  • Episode #60

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 12) – Mark Procter - Part3

    Jan 15, 202526 minS0

    <p>This Pencast conversation features Dr. Mark Procter, Vice President of Cargo Science and Technology at Rapiscan Systems.</p>

  • Episode #59

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 12) – Mark Procter - Part2

    Jan 8, 202524 minS0

    <p>This Pencast conversation features Dr. Mark Procter, Vice President of Cargo Science and Technology at Rapiscan Systems.</p>

  • Episode #58

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 12) – Mark Procter - Part1

    Dec 19, 202421 minS0

    <p>This Pencast conversation features Dr. Mark Procter, Vice President of Cargo Science and Technology at Rapiscan Systems.</p>

  • Episode #57

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 11) – Nanette van Schelven - Part3

    Dec 3, 202412 minS0

    <p>This Pencast conversation features Nanette van Schelven, Director General of the Customs Administration of the Netherlands, and one of the leading voices in customs innovation.</p>

  • Episode #56

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 11) – Nanette van Schelven - Part2

    Nov 27, 202420 minS0

    <p>This Pencast conversation features Nanette van Schelven, Director General of the Customs Administration of the Netherlands, and one of the leading voices in customs innovation.</p>

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  • Episode #55

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 11) – Nanette van Schelven - Part1

    Nov 19, 202414 minS0

    <p>This Pencast conversation features Nanette van Schelven, Director General of the Customs Administration of the Netherlands, and one of the leading voices in customs innovation.</p>

  • Episode #54

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 10) – Lars Karlsson - Part4

    Nov 6, 202426 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features Lars Karlsson, Global Head of Trade and Customs Consulting at A.P. Møller-Maersk, and a world authority in customs, borders and international trade policy.</p>

  • Episode #53

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 10) – Lars Karlsson - Part3

    Oct 30, 202425 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features Lars Karlsson, Global Head of Trade and Customs Consulting at A.P. Møller-Maersk, and a world authority in customs, borders and international trade policy.</p>

  • Episode #52

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 10) – Lars Karlsson - Part2

    Oct 23, 202418 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features Lars Karlsson, Global Head of Trade and Customs Consulting at A.P. Møller-Maersk, and a world authority in customs, borders and international trade policy.</p>

  • Episode #51

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 10) – Lars Karlsson - Part1

    Oct 16, 202424 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features Lars Karlsson, Global Head of Trade and Customs Consulting at A.P. Møller-Maersk, and a world authority in customs, borders and international trade policy.</p>

  • Episode #50

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 9) – Ana Hinojosa - Part3

    Oct 9, 202424 minS0

    <p>A wide-ranging conversation with Ana Hinojosa, former Executive Director of US Customs and Border Protection, and current head of ABH Global Trade Consulting. </p>

  • Episode #49

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 9) – Ana Hinojosa - Part2

    Oct 2, 202428 minS0

    <p>A wide-ranging conversation with Ana Hinojosa, former Executive Director of US Customs and Border Protection, and current head of ABH Global Trade Consulting. </p>

  • Episode #48

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 9) – Ana Hinojosa - Part1

    Sep 25, 202434 minS0

    <p>A wide-ranging conversation with Ana Hinojosa, former Executive Director of US Customs and Border Protection, and current head of ABH Global Trade Consulting. </p>

  • Episode #47

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 8) – Tony Smith - Part4

    Sep 12, 202426 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features Mr. Tony Smith CBE, former Director General of the UK Border Force, currently Managing Director of Fortinus Global Ltd and Chair of the International Border Management and Technologies...

  • Episode #46

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 8) – Tony Smith - Part3

    Sep 4, 202421 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features Mr. Tony Smith CBE, former Director General of the UK Border Force, currently Managing Director of Fortinus Global Ltd and Chair of the International Border Management and Technologies...

  • Episode #45

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 8) – Tony Smith - Part2

    Aug 7, 202424 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features Mr. Tony Smith CBE, former Director General of the UK Border Force, currently Managing Director of Fortinus Global Ltd and Chair of the International Border Management and Technologies...

  • Episode #44

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 8) – Tony Smith - Part1

    Jul 31, 202437 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features Mr. Tony Smith CBE, former Director General of the UK Border Force, currently Managing Director of Fortinus Global Ltd and Chair of the International Border Management and Technologies...

  • Episode #43

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 7) – Rashed Lahej Naser Al Mansoori

    Jul 24, 202430 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features the Director General of Abu Dhabi Customs, His Excellency Rashed Lahej Naser Al Mansoori. He has over 20 years of IT expertise, and previously held leadership positions in strategic project...

  • Episode #42

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 6) – Gerassimos Thomas - Part2

    Jul 17, 202425 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features Mr. Gerassimos Thomas, Director General of the European Commission's Taxation and Customs Union Directorate, and one of the leading thinkers and actors in the process of EU customs reform...

  • Episode #41

    Pencast 2024 (Episode 6) – Gerassimos Thomas - Part1

    Jul 10, 202421 minS0

    <p>Today’s Pencast features Mr. Gerassimos Thomas, Director General of the European Commission's Taxation and Customs Union Directorate, and one of the leading thinkers and actors in the process of EU customs reform...

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