Prosperity 101 Podcast hosted by Linda J Hansen

Freedom is never free, and at this point in our nation's history we not only face enemies abroad, we face enemies within. There are those who want to divide us by race, class, gender, vaccination status, or political affiliation. We must not allow this to happen. A nation divided against itself cannot stand. As we did after the 9/11 attacks and as we have done so many times in our history, we must...

Military members, law enforcement officers, and first responders put their lives on the line every day to protect our safety and freedom. Brave heroes have given the ultimate sacrifice and others may experience injuries or trauma that negatively impact their lives. Many face depression, substance abuse, and suicide. How can we, as individuals or employers, help them to regain their mental health a...

Our brave military members have courageously defended our freedoms since the founding of our nation. Many continue to use their specialized training as private contractors, serving alongside our armed forces in critical support roles and combat zones. What happens if they are injured or killed? Who helps them and their families? In this episode, Linda interviews Mark Geist, a Marine veteran and fo...

Government regulations and targeted taxes greatly affect the types of products, services, and prices businesses can offer to consumers. Many individuals and organizations strive to hold elected officials accountable regarding the effects of Big Government, and all play a role in protecting consumers from the devastating effects of governmental waste, fraud, abuse, and runaway spending. In this epi...

Free speech is a hallmark of America's basic freedoms.  Our First Amendment has fostered a culture of curiosity, growth, innovation, and intellectual advancement. Our Founders recognized the ability to speak, write, and correspond freely would help to preserve and expand freedom and prosperity.  We have enjoyed freedom to question, debate, and disagree.  Recently, however, we are seeing foreboding...

Our nation's economy is in a free fall. Rising debt, soaring inflation, escalating prices, and increased tax rates have all been caused by major policy changes, especially at the federal level. We can never spend our way to prosperity, but judging by the national debt, it seems elected officials disagree. Proposals to raise the Death Tax to unprecedented levels threaten the livelihoods and legacie...

Creating a culture of caring, camaraderie, and excellence requires focused leadership and communication. Whether in the family, workplace, or nation, striking the right balance between structure and freedom can be challenging. In this episode, Linda interviews David Lunt, President & CEO of Scottsdale Plaza Resort, a premier leisure and group meeting destination in Scottsdale, Arizona. Linda first...

Have you ever wondered what policies impact whether a state is rich or poor? Have you noticed domestic migration trends of individuals and businesses moving from states like California and New York to states like Florida and Texas? What draws them to uproot lives and livelihoods to relocate? Listen as Jonathan Williams from the America Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), discusses with Linda the...

Many people are alarmed as they see our liberties fading, racial divisions rising, and our culture in a free-fall. How did we get here? In this episode, Linda interviews E.J. Antoni, Economist at Texas Public Policy Foundation, to discuss educational ideologies that have positively or negatively impacted our nation. America has always offered equal opportunity, not equal outcomes. We want every ci...

Texas has become a magnet for businesses and individuals seeking economic freedom and opportunity. Why?  What inspires thousands of people to uproot their lives to relocate? Moving is costly and labor-intensive, yet the record-breaking swell of domestic migration to Texas from states like California and New York indicates incentives significant enough for people to risk change in hopes of better l...

Do you have a lock on the door to your house, car, or office? Do you have a fence around your yard or a security guard at your business? Would you be willing to remove security measures to allow anyone – or everyone – to enter and use your property in whatever way they choose, at your expense? Some of the people who would answer yes to the personal security questions are the same people who demand...

The future of our nation rests in the hands of our young people.  We look around in despair as we see crime escalate, families disintegrate, and our nation be divided in political unrest and violence. We can also look around in hope as we see young people who have chosen to rise above the negativity and build lives that elevate others and contribute to a healthy, vibrant society. In this episode,...

How do we restore a nation? What can business leaders or individuals do to stem the rushing tide of unrest, division, depression, suicide, addiction, human trafficking, and abuse? We start by valuing individuals and creating policies that allow them to thrive. We must identify problems, root causes, and potential solutions to help empower hurting individuals so they may flourish, regardless of pas...

Laws matter. Civilized societies cannot have people robbing, raping, or murdering at their will. Lawlessness brings disaster and pain. Devastating results occur in areas where crime is allowed to flourish. The majority of citizens appreciate the safety of appropriate law and order, which allows us to live freely. Laws apply to more than just violent crime, and their purposes are to protect the Con...

Freedom is never free. Many have given their lives in defense of freedom. We grieve with their loved ones and honor their sacrifice. How can we honor the fallen by fighting for freedom today? We may not all be soldiers in uniform, but we must all step up to fight for truth, justice, our Constitution, and the principles that made this nation great. Our country is at a crossroads. Will we hold true...

Our country is at a crossroads.  Will we choose freedom or tyranny? Employers are in a unique position to boldly share truths about the benefits of capitalism, Constitutional freedoms, and the responsibilities of living in a free society. In this episode, Linda discusses with guest, John Fund, some little-known facts about employer-sponsored education that helped to shape the worldviews of one of...

Millions of people have chosen to legally immigrate to America, and our nation is enriched through their unique contributions. Many have fled oppressive regimes or conditions of poverty to reach our borders in search of freedom and their American Dream. What do legal immigrants think about what is happening with current immigration policies, economic policies, and the erosion of our Constitutional...

Employers understand that prosperity does not come from government. They understand the value of hard work, entrepreneurialism, and the American Dream. Free enterprise, individual liberty, limited government, rights to private property, and freedom of speech are some of the basic principles that have built our nation and provided unlimited opportunity for citizens. Employers understand how governm...

"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." This phrase, quoted from our Declaration of Independence, refers to mankind (men and women), and to rights that shall be protected and never infringed upon by government. Current culture an...

Do you feel like elected officials ignore your needs and only listen to violent activists or media pundits? Are you concerned about our cancel culture and the many unconstitutional laws, mandates, and executive orders that impact your daily life? If so, listen to Linda's interview with JR Penry from National Write Your Congressman (NWYC), a non-partisan organization dedicated to providing tools fo...

Freedom loving people around the globe have watched in horror as our nation's founding principles have come under attack. They realize many young people were never taught basic principles of US history and Constitutional freedoms. What can we do to solve this problem? Education is key to preserving liberty, and we must be creative in our approach. Enter the Tuttle Twins, books created by Linda's g...

How often do you use your cell phone, computer, or vehicle? Do you expect a hospital to have necessary medical equipment, lights to flip on with a switch, or clean water to flow from your faucet? What do all these have in common? Rare Earth Minerals. Most people are unaware of how much our everyday lives are dependent on these essential elements. America has a domestic supply, yet we are dependent...

Leave it to government to turn economic logic upside down. Do we want welfare to work or work to welfare?  Do we want people incentivized to work and flourish, or incentivized to depend on government, with imposed economic limitations? Big government policies and media pundits are pushing many towards the latter, which jeopardizes freedom and prosperity for all Americans. Despite enticing talking...

Have you ever been afraid to stand up for your Constitutional rights? Do you hesitate to speak up in defense of liberty? America is the land of the free and the home of the brave. Many patriots have sacrificially fought to protect our freedoms on the battlefields of war, giving us examples of courage. Now our rights are threatened on a different type of battlefield and we need a new type of courag...

What type of political, social, economic, or environmental climate would you like to see for the future of America? Personal liberty is best advanced and protected through limited government, free enterprise policies that allow individuals and businesses to prosper. How can free market solutions be applied to solve challenging social and economic problems? In this episode, Linda interviews James T...