<p>What does a $1 million recycling breakthrough mean for your mattress—and why is 2026 the mattress industry's turning point? Find out inside.</p><p></p><p>Ever wondered what happens to your old mattress—or why tariffs and tech are shaking up your sleep? ISPA President Alison Keene joins Mark Kinsley to reveal the inside story on mattress industry advocacy, the surprising science of recycling (including wallets made from old foam!), and how AI is poised to transform everything from manufacturing to retail.</p><p></p><p>If you’re a sleep retailer, manufacturer, or just someone who cares about healthy sleep and sustainability, this is your guide to the biggest changes ahead. Alison shares what really goes on behind the scenes in Washington D.C., how ISPA is expanding membership to adapt to a rapidly evolving industry, and the wild innovations coming to ISPA Expo 2026—including real products made from recycled mattresses.</p><p>Hear how $1 million annually is being invested in game-changing recycling research, why state laws could make or break the future of mattress sustainability, and how AI can help your business work smarter (not harder). Plus: the unexpected team-building lesson from a guacamole competition!</p><p></p><p>Stay to the end for actionable insights on advocacy, trade, and what ISPA's 2026 vision means for every corner of the industry.</p><p></p><p>Timestamps:</p><p></p><p>- 00:00 – The guacamole challenge: A spicy lesson in disruption </p><p>- 06:30 – How ISPA is changing and who it serves now </p><p>- 11:02 – The real impact of mergers, e-commerce, and direct-to-consumer trends </p><p>- 13:20 – How AI is transforming the mattress business (and what you can do today) </p><p>- 14:44 – The 'tariff whiplash' explained: What DC doesn't tell you </p><p>- 20:06 – Fighting unfair pricing: The inside story behind anti-dumping and trade </p><p>- 27:37 – 15 million mattresses recycled: How MRC is changing the game </p><p>- 31:13 – $1M per year in recycling research: The wild new products born from old beds </p><p>- 35:11 – Innovation Stage: The hottest new ideas at ISPA Expo 2026 </p><p>- 39:25 – How to connect with Alison Keene and get involved</p><p></p><p>Connect with The FAM Podcast:</p><p>🔗 LinkedIn: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-fam-mattress/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-fam-mattress/</a></p><p>📱 TikTok: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@forallthingsmattress">https://www.tiktok.com/@forallthingsmattress</a></p><p>📸 Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/forallthingsmattress/">https://www.instagram.com/forallthingsmattress/</a></p><p>📘 Facebook: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/thefamnews">https://www.facebook.com/thefamnews</a></p><p>🎵 Spotify: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4wvSqPZaxehCSmwRpByLi4">https://open.spotify.com/show/4wvSqPZaxehCSmwRpByLi4</a></p><p>🍎 Apple Podcast: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fam-podcast-with-mark-kinsley/id1452601818">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-fam-podcast-with-mark-kinsley/id1452601818</a></p>