Prosperity 101 Podcast hosted by Linda J Hansen

Education creates leaders. We can educate leaders who defend tyranny, or we can educate leaders who protect freedom. Whether in the family, school, or workplace, education on basic economics and principles of freedom is essential to the preservation of liberty. Have you ever wondered if your educational efforts are worth your time and resources? Do you wonder if you are having a positive impact? T...

In the Land of Make-Believe money just appears, as if it grows on trees. The phrase "government funded" is often used to deceive people into thinking that government programs or services are free. Nothing is ever free, so who pays for government funded programs at local, state, or national levels? Which states are the most prosperous and why? What policies help or hinder the citizens they serve? H...

One can hardly visit the grocery store without noticing empty shelves and missing products. Supply chain disruptions have impacted millions of people around the country, and we often find it difficult to purchase goods or services. What about the supply chain of freedom? The recent Truckers for Freedom Convoys in Canada, the United States, and around the world highlight the importance of the truck...

America is the land of liberty. Our freedom allows us the opportunity to choose elected officials and our system of government. How do we decide? What questions should we consider as we choose? Why are our freedoms being limited with each passing day? How can we protect our freedoms? There are many voices promoting various "isms" and fear of harm often lures citizens into trading liberty for what...

America is the land of opportunity. The freedom to flourish may be under attack, but the American Dream is still alive and well in the hearts of citizens. Linda's guest, Shane Henderson, exemplifies the determination, fortitude, and patriotism of many who want to work hard, provide for their families, and give back to their communities with generosity and service while building their own American...

Gesundheit! We are familiar with the word, but what does it have to do with all that is happening in America and around the world today? What is the relevance to business leaders, parents, or students? In this episode, Linda walks listeners through various stories and examples of freedom limiting government policies, media manipulation, and financial pressures imposed on citizens through programs...

How do we create opportunity and unleash potential for America's young people? How can we help them thrive amidst societal change and prepare them for adulthood and the responsibilities of citizenship in a free society? What can you do to ensure a quality education is available for your children or future employees? In this episode, Linda interviews Margaret Daignaeu, Principal at Lake Country Cla...

The approach to education should never be one-size-fits-all. The school choice movement has grown tremendously since the start of the pandemic, and parents have discovered the wide variety of options available to customize learning to fit the needs of their child. Allowing funding to follow students, not systems, provides greater flexibility for students, teachers, and families, and increases oppo...

 Monsters are often thought of as abnormal, fear-inducing creatures that are overly large, have a threatening presence, and cannot be easily tamed. The monstrosity of our federal government could be similarly described. Heavy handed unconstitutional mandates, burdensome regulations, bloated spending bills, and a disregard for equality under the law have brought fear and trepidation to many citizen...

This episode is Part 2 of a two-part interview in which Linda and her guest, Daniel Lennington, discuss several pivotal legal cases involving racial discrimination, public school curriculum transparency, parental rights, and employer health mandates. Daniel is a lawyer with the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, and he provides valuable information for employers and employees who have questi...

Equality is a hallmark of our society. Our Constitution provides for true equality for all American citizens, regardless of race, gender, religion, ethnicity, and financial or health status. However, equal opportunity does not guarantee equal outcomes, and we help people the most when we provide opportunities for all to thrive, not just a select few. Many current government policies are not based...

The holiday season is busy for everyone, and the new year is fast approaching with the hopes and dreams of our hearts carried forward with renewed anticipation. This is a time to pause, reflect, and refocus. The past two years have brought challenges to many, and it often seems the world has been spinning out of control as threats to freedom have increased exponentially. Lockdowns, mandates, and s...

Do you value freedom? Do you envision a world beyond cancel culture? Are you tired of woke politics in the workplace? In this episode, Linda interviews Andrew Crapuchettes, Founder and CEO of Red Balloon, the job board for the pro-freedom community. Red Balloon connects employers who value freedom with employees who value it, too. It's simple, effective, impactful, and growing exponentially. Their...

We often take freedom for granted. We do so at our peril. Our liberties are being stripped away bit by bit, devastating the lives of many. Linda reveals how a desire to protect freedom led her to start Prosperity 101® many years ago, with the goal of educating and equipping people to understand and guard their rights under our Constitution. She believes employers are a vital link to preserving our...

Free and fair elections are vital to the stability of our nation. Ideas have consequences and policy matters. Elections have consequences because elections drive policy. Compromised elections can have disastrous consequences. Transparency, accountability, and accuracy are essential to ensuring every legally cast vote is counted and every illegally cast vote is dismissed. How can we protect the sec...

We all want our votes to count, whether we are deciding on what to have for dinner or who should represent us as elected officials. We provide opinions and feedback on surveys, polls, and in conversations, and we expect our voices to matter. We should expect the same when we share our opinions – our votes – for those that will lead us in government. In what ways can our votes be compromised? Who c...

Our nation is crying out for bold leaders who will stand for the principles that have made America great. However, too often when we see something that needs to be done, we think someone else should do it. Whether it is writing an important book, educating employees or others on policy issues, running for office in hopes of protecting freedom, or simply volunteering to help someone in need, it is...

Small businesses, many of them family-owned, are the backbone of our economy. They have experienced lockdowns, mask mandates, overbearing tax and regulatory burdens, supply chain issues, and labor shortages. Now they face unconstitutional vaccine mandates, which interfere with personal health freedom and privacy for themselves and their employees. What can they do? Linda's guest, Steven Fettig, is...

It is no secret that America is currently suffering from supply chain issues. Many store shelves are empty and needed items are hard to find. Businesses and consumers are frustrated with seemingly endless back-orders, delays, and price increases. They are even more frustrated with those in government responsible for preventing and alleviating the crisis. How did we get here and what can be done ab...

We all know at least one person who struggles with substance abuse issues. We have seen the heartbreak and devastation that occurs when someone's life spirals downward and out of control due to reliance on addictive substances. Lives are shattered, hearts are broken, and families, businesses, and communities feel the ripple effects and pain. Addiction takes a heavy toll on everyone it touches. Lin...

In this episode, Linda interviews Raynard Jackson, a Pulitzer Prize nominated columnist, business leader, radio talk show host, TV commentator, and political, government affairs, and PR consultant. Raynard is also the Founder and Chairman of Black Americans for a Better Future, an organization created to empower and encourage Black entrepreneurs to be involved in the Conservative movement and to p...

What type of legacy do you hope to leave? Will the actions you take today help to preserve freedom for the next generation? We all have a limited lifespan. What kind of impact do you hope to have on your family, employees, or others? We can use our time to grow in our relationship to God, to serve others, and to boldly stand up for the principles of truth, justice and liberty – or we can use our t...

America has always been a welcoming nation. We are a melting pot of people from different countries, ethnicities, colors, and creeds who have flocked here for the freedom and opportunity our system of government has offered. In the past, immigrants were required to prove they would not become dependent on government; that they could work and become productive members of society. Immigrants were we...

Freedom. Liberty. Opportunity. All are dependent upon the rights set forth in our Constitution. A culture that allows for freedom and human flourishing must provide national, economic, and health security. As technology has progressed, our need for reliable energy sources has increased. To protect our citizens with a strong military, to provide the best in health care, and to allow businesses and...

If you are like most people, you may feel like America has been turned inside out, flipped upside down, and spun around in circles. The America you have known seems lost to lockdowns, mandates, travel and assembly restrictions, censorship, and government invasion (and even oversight) of our medical and economic privacy. Many cannot understand how it came to this so quickly. How could America, the...