Prosperity 101 Podcast hosted by Linda J Hansen

Have you ever had to make a hard decision? One that would be very difficult, but had the potential to be life-changing, or even life-saving? Linda's guest, Arthur Lih, Founder and CEO of LifeVac, was faced with such a choice and thankfully he made the sacrificial choice to start LifeVac after witnessing a tragic and preventable loss of life. Listen as they discuss his passion for saving lives, sav...

When we hear the word justice, we often think of the words fair, honest, impartial, legal, appropriate, equal, or righteous. Our Constitution guarantees justice to our citizens, but is justice truly being administered in our legal system today? Many would say it is not, as they have dealt with oppression and unwarranted or unfair arrests and prosecutions for legally gathering in support of issues...

Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. Our ability to pursue our God-given rights has often been hampered by government over-reach and over-zealous activists. Life, free speech, and other basic rights are protected in our Constitution, but are they truly being protected today? If not, how does that affect you, your family, or your business? Linda's guest, Susan Swift, is a lawyer, author, an...

You've heard all the terms: DEI, CRT, ESG. How do those principles and programs affect you? Linda's guest in this episode, Kevin McGary, is an author and speaker, focusing on social and cultural issues, especially related to the Black community. He is Chairman of the Frederick Douglass Foundation of California and is Founder of Every Black Life Matters, an organization designed to counteract emerg...

Have you wondered what you would do if asked to commit a crime in your workplace? Could you be a whistleblower? The choice is not always easy, and fear may prevent acting with integrity. Linda's guests, Mark & Ginger Whitacre, chose truth and integrity over money and power, which led to Mark becoming an FBI informant who wore a wire for over three years to expose fraud and corruption in one of Ame...

One does not need to be an economist to understand our economy is in free fall. Rising debt, inflation, and interest rates are causing multi-generational problems for American citizens. The economy was booming in 2019, with historic gains across the board, and a strong comeback was in process in 2020. What happened to the comeback? What is happening now and what can we expect for the future? Mains...

The workplace. Employers. Employees. What is the culture of your workplace? Woke? Or awake? What is the difference? Terms like DEI, ESG, and CRT have been in the news, but what do they mean to you – and what is an appropriate response for a faith-based workplace leader? Mark Griffin, Linda's guest in this episode, has served in the United States Air Force, on Capitol Hill, and in many Fortune 500...

How does workplace culture affect business profitability and the job performance and well-being of employees and their families? Toxic workplaces have far-reaching consequences, often producing negative cultures, unhappy employees, high-turnover rates, and added costs. Transforming the workplace can transform individuals, as selfish leadership develops into servant leadership and people flourish a...

Are you concerned about the future for America? As you watch our nation in turmoil, do you wonder if there is still hope for freedom? Do you ask yourself what you could do as an employer, employee, or student to help preserve liberty? Be energized as you listen to Linda interview Brett Galaszewski, Midwest Regional Manager for Turning Point Action. They discuss the challenges and opportunities of...

Higher education costs have skyrocketed and many people wonder if the value matches the expense. That question has become more relevant as people who have never gone to college – or those who have gone and paid back their debt – are being asked to pay off loans for those who still have debt, and as many institutions focus less on academics than on social activism. Is there a better way? Do student...

For too long, Americans have been unwittingly subsidizing the very values that are destroying our freedom, but people are waking up to create a rising, and much needed, parallel economy – one that does not cancel people due to religious or political beliefs, and one that does not force people to support causes in which they do not believe. How can "We The People" use our resources to help our coun...

Polls, polls, and more polls. It seems we can hardly turn on a news report without hearing some sort of poll results about any number of issues or people. This is true in non-election years, but it is even more apparent in election seasons. When properly researched and conducted, polls can provide incredible insight into the minds of citizens, which is helpful for everyone who cares about the futu...

Recent Supreme Court cases have had an impact on Affirmative Action laws, especially as they relate to colleges and universities. Raynard Jackson, Founder of Black Americans for a Better Future, spoke with Linda regarding the history of such laws and the evolution of their application over several decades. What do the new court rulings mean for you or for your business? How can you address these i...

We all have limited amounts of time, energy, and resources. How can we use what we have to protect our freedom? How can we sift through the noise and narratives to find truth to guide us as we decide how to engage as citizens? What can the average person do to make an impact and educate others on issues that matter? As our nation declines, it is more important than ever for us to remember that We...

Why do you do what you do? What motivates you? What is your purpose? What reward do you seek? We all must ask ourselves those questions. What drives us to press on through difficulties, endure through hard seasons, or seek a higher purpose in our work? Linda and her guest, Krystal Parker, President of the U.S. Christian Chamber of Commerce, share a lively and very personal conversation about faith...

What is your employment brand? As an employer, employee, or solo entrepreneur, you have a brand – whether you realize it or not. Does your brand promote your values? In the age of woke-ism, innovative individuals are rising up to create a parallel economy that is emerging to serve needs of patriotic Americans who simply want to conduct business while living according to their personal values. Lind...

Cancel culture has brought countless attacks on our free speech rights, but could there be a turning of the tide as Americans are starting to stand firm to protect their rights? While censorship still occurs, there is good news for those working to preserve our Constitutional rights. Veteran broadcaster, Ed Henry, co-host of American Sunrise on Real America's Voice, joined Linda to discuss the pro...

Immigration, done legally, has brought blessings to many. Immigrants have enriched our nation and helped us become a diverse and prosperous country. A secure border protects citizens and immigrants, but an open border endangers everyone. What is the truth about the border crisis? How can you know which reports are accurate? The current administration's open-border policies have allowed adult and c...

Are you free to believe – or to not believe? Are you sure? What is the most persecuted religious group in the world today? How does religious persecution affect you, your business, or your family? Linda's guest, Ambassador Sam Brownback, has worked tirelessly in defense of religious freedom around the world. He is now Chairman of the National Committee for Religious Freedom, an organization formed...

Many immigrants, especially those from Communist countries, share concerns over the direction America is headed. Pleas to not let America become like the country they left are nearly universal, and the frustration and fear they express as they watch America decline is often very emotional. Linda's guest, Vilson Simon, holds dual citizenship in the USA and Brazil. He shares his perspectives on the...

When countries collapse, people flee to seek opportunity and freedom. What happens if America's economy collapses? There is no place for us to flee. We are still the last, best hope for freedom in the world. If we are wise, we will look to history for examples of once prosperous countries with economic systems that promised prosperity, but eventually delivered poverty and devastation. How does tha...

Running a business in today's culture is often challenging, especially if you are determined to do so while honoring your faith and moral convictions. Pressures to comply with mandates that contradict your faith can be overwhelming. How can Christian business leaders and faith-driven entrepreneurs fully serve customers and employees while maintaining a commitment to honor God with their business?...

Imagine you are on a road trip. All is packed, the destination is in your GPS, and you set off on your business trip, family gathering, or vacation. Everything is going fine, and you are enjoying the ride in your new electric vehicle (EV). However, in the middle of nowhere your vehicle develops trouble and you must stop. Is it the engine? No, upon review you discover your vehicle was stopped becau...

Protecting national security while guarding individual rights is a role of government. However, Big Government often overrides our rights when deciding how to manage real or perceived threats. The recently proposed RESTRICT ACT is a perfect example of government overreach and invasive micromanagement of citizens. Linda's guest, Connor O'Keeffe from the Mises Institute, shares examples of why this...

Education in America used to focus on reading, writing, arithmetic, and critical thinking. That's not as true today, unfortunately. Deviating from high educational standards and core American values has led to societal upheaval and a generation ignorant of the blessings and responsibilities of living in a free society. Teaching young people how to think, not what to think, prepares them for adulth...