Prosperity 101 Podcast hosted by Linda J Hansen

In this insightful episode, Dr. Michael Farris, the president, CEO, and general counsel for Alliance Defending Freedom, shares his thoughts on the urgent need for employee education regarding the basic foundations of our government and the protection of our fundamental human rights. Dr. Farris was founding president of both the Home School Legal Defense Association and Patrick Henry College and co...

At their first meeting, this gentleman so amazed Linda with his vitality, experience, knowledge, and wisdom that she asked for an on-the-spot interview to capture his infectious personality for our podcast audience.  Pharmacist Gilbert (Gill) Wiese is the owner of Wiese Pharmacy & Natural Food Products Shoppe in Jacksonville, Florida. He is 85-years young, still goes to work every day, runs marath...

Small businesses provide the majority of jobs in our country.  What public policy issues most affect their bottom line? What are their challenges?  How do they discuss those challenges with employees? Bob Wendt, Owner of Cultivate Communications in Brookfield, Wisconsin, represents millions of employers like him who want to provide for their employees, grow their business, and protect our free ent...

Energy. It's a hot topic! Learn leadership lessons, employer-to-employee communication tips, and an inspirational life story from David Amerine, a nuclear engineer, author, and a well-known leader and consultant in the nuclear industry. Drawing from decades of experience, David discusses leadership insights, the effects of public policy on the energy industry, his thoughts regarding the future of...

How can employers help employees understand the need to plan for their own prosperity, before and after retirement?  How does public policy affect those conversations and decisions? What can people do to ensure they will be allowed to achieve prosperity? Clara Del Villar currently serves as the Director of Senior Initiatives at Freedom Works Foundation. With a 28-year Financial Industry career as...

Without realizing it, you have more than likely seen the products that Rob Hutton and the team at Kettle Moraine Coatings, Inc., help to produce.  They represent the millions of small businesses across the country who provide valuable goods and services to customers around the world. They press onward to thrive amidst often burdensome regulatory and tax policies, and they have chosen to be part of...

While you may be familiar with the well-known brand, Stouffer Foods, you may not know the story of the family behind the brand. Discover the history of Stouffer Foods and be inspired by the bold courage of family members when faced with the challenge of carrying on their business legacy amidst grief and loss.  Discover the leadership traits that helped them to be successful, to stay united as a fa...

Tom Parks is passionate about capitalism!  His energy and enthusiasm will be evident in this interview, as will his sincere desire to educate others on the benefits and responsibilities of living in a capitalistic system. As a financial planner, he understands economics and is committed to being an active, engaged, and impactful citizen.  Learn how he helps to educate business leaders, policymaker...

This episode is Part 2 of Linda's interview with successful businessman, sought-after speaker, well-known author, news commentator, and former presidential candidate, Herman Cain. You will hear additional details about his personal career, his unique tips for simplifying employer-to-employee communication, and why he believes educating employees about the benefits and responsibilities of living in...

In this episode, Linda interviews successful businessman, sought-after speaker, well-known author, news commentator, and former presidential candidate, Herman Cain.  You will hear some behind-the-scenes stories of his career as they discuss experiences on the presidential campaign and little known facts about his first rise to the national scene after the historic moment when he challenged a sitti...

Join with Linda as she interviews John Fund, the well-known political expert, author, speaker, news commentator, and Columnist at National Review.  You will be fascinated as John goes behind-the-scenes with details of the famous company that boldly taught employees about free market capitalism, and you'll be inspired as he shares little-known facts about the employee who became a world leader and...

In this episode Linda interviews noted economist, Stephen (Steve) Moore.  Steve has a long list of accomplishments and is widely known for his passionate belief in limited government, lower taxes, and individual liberty.  He is a former member of the Wall Street Journal Editorial Board, is a co-founder of The Committee to Unleash Prosperity, and serves as the Distinguished Visiting Fellow, Project...

Are regulations, taxes, trade policies, and legislative agendas stifling your business growth?  Have you suffered under the weight of intellectual property theft, patent trolls, or other revenue stealing challenges? Are you in a family-owned business that you'd love to pass to the next generation? Learn how to lead effectively, navigate, and thrive through challenges while keeping your employees (...