The Anderson Files

Mark Alyn is the guest host of this Special Edition of The Anderson Files. Mark queries Mike Anderson on the current state of and forecast for the markets, interest rates, inflation, employment, and other aspects of the economy as we emerge from the pandemic. Listen in and get current!

In conversation with Mike is Gary Polk, sharing why entrepreneurs fail to win and his formula for business success. As a Black businessman, CEO, business consultant, university professor, and author, Gary is passionate about entrepreneurs…and why they succeed or fail. In this episode of The Anderson Files, hear the highlights of his latest book, Why Black and Brown Entrepreneurs Fail (to Win).

Cindy Couyoumjian, CFP, talks with Mike about redefining financial literacy and her new book, ‘Redefining Financial Literacy, Unlocking the Hidden Forces of your Financial Future.’ Listen in and learn about Cindy’s approach to making better financial decisions.

Todd Johnson, CEO of the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce, joins Mike to discuss business challenges over the last 16 months during the pandemic and the bright future unfolding just on the horizon for the City. Get the inside track with Todd from his perch as Chamber CEO of one of America’s most high-profile cities.

Jim Blasingame, award-winning author, syndicated radio host, and syndicated columnist, joins Mike to discuss small business’ effort, struggle, and resiliency as it digs out of the worst pandemic in 100 years. Business owners and business managers - listen in and learn from one of the world’s foremost thought-leaders on small business and entrepreneurship.

Michael Bernstein, finance author and enrolled agent, chats with Mike on financial planning and taxes coming out of the pandemic. They discuss key and vital aspects of financial planning and taxes coming out of the worst pandemic in 100 years. Listen to what you need to know.

Attorney Meredith Sesser chats with Mike about the CAL SAVERS program, as well as what retirement benefit employers must implement and offer employees in order to comply with what is now a CA state law to help employees plan for retirement. Meredith talks about what you need to know as both an employer and an employee.

In this episode, Mike chats with Larry Cabaldon, President of The Private Directors Association of Southern California. They discuss the dynamic and valuable role the PDA plays for private businesses to foster exemplary board practices and to source top candidates for companies.

Charles Jeane, Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy Assistant Chief Counsel in Washington DC, chats with Mike on taxes, benefits, and government relief for small businesses during and coming out of the pandemic. Listen to what’s on the plate in Washington DC and how small businesses are being impacted.

Guest host Mark Alyn discusses current economic and market issues with The Anderson Files host Mike Anderson.

Ransomware - how can it impact you and your business? Every day, the costs of cyberattacks are huge on people and companies all over the world. Mike talks with crime and security expert Matthew Kelly on the high risks of a cyberattack and how to prevent, protect and immunize yourself and your firm from this ever-present problem.

Guest Michael Rivera chats with Mike on the key role that the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) plays in the creation of commerce in Los Angeles. Learn how this dynamic organization connects the people and the companies that drive growth in our Southern California economy.

Mike talks with nationally syndicated finance columnist and author Peter Dunn on how we’re managing our finances through COVID. Peter shares how we can do it better and more effectively for ourselves and our family. This is a must-hear episode of The Anderson Files during these historically challenging times.

Mike talks with members of the UCLA Bruin Professionals Beverly Hills Chapter on their thoughts regarding the prospects for improved Los Angeles business activity in 2021.

Mike chats with employment attorney Tom Mabie on the lingering issues of CA Proposition 22. The impact of contract workers in California is huge, affecting tens of thousands of people and thousands of companies. Tune in, listen and learn as Tom sorts through what’s occurred, what's happening now and what is still unsettled.

In the wake of the pandemic and a newly mandated lockdown, Congressman Ted W. Lieu joins Mike to discuss a possible 4th federal stimulus package, tax relief for small businesses and the resulting impact on Southern California business. Listen now to hear how this timely subject will be affecting all of us.

Lane Lueras, producer of such animation favorites as the Kung Fu Panda series, talks with Mike about the business of animation - how an artistic idea grabs the attention of studios, getting a project financed and what vaults an animated movie into a franchise.

The Anderson Files host, Mike Anderson, is the show’s guest. Mike shares and discusses current economic and market updates with guest host, Mark Alyn. Find out what’s happening around the election, the pandemic, a recovering economy, and a possible stimulus package.

Attorney Norma J. Williams, the principal in Williams & Associates, talks with Mike on what exactly Prop. 15 entails, the pros and cons for commercial real estate and the impact on the State. Tune in and learn what you need to know.

How do you generate income when yields are almost nothing? Mike speaks with Kevin Simpson, Portfolio Manager of Capital Wealth Planning, LLC, who shares his strategy to generate income with investing in best-of-breed equities.

Manny Medrano, criminal trial attorney, shares with us a look at what exactly is white-collar crime, its presence in American society, how COVID-19 has affected the criminal courts and his best advice to someone being investigated for committing a crime.

Mike chats with Mitch Haber, of OneAmerica Retirement, on servicing clients and finding prospects during COVID-19. Mitch gives an effective game plan to continue to move your business forward in these challenging times.

Estate planning, your assets, your liabilities, your family - are you doing the right thing? How is the pandemic affecting estate planning? Mike talks with trust attorney Larry Davis, who brings clarity to this complex subject to help you plan better.

Virtual networking in the age of social distancing - how can it benefit you? Mike talks with author Bill Saleebey, Ph. D., known as Dr. Bill, as he shares insights on how critically important virtual networking is to you, your practice, profession and work.

Katherine Roy of J.P. Morgan Funds talks about how retirement savings have been affected by Covid-19.