Mountain Money

Wall Street Journal reporter Dana Mattioli discusses her book "The Everything War: Amazon's Ruthless Quest to Own the World and Remake Corporate Power."Then, Erin Fox with the University of Utah Drug Information Service delves into the current drug shortages impacting the nation. And Kirsten Gunnerud and Melissa Garland discuss the April Fundraiser for the Women’s Inspired Network at the Yoga Mastery Institute.

Peter Roady, Parkite and University of Utah professor, highlights how Franklin D. Roosevelt developed a vision of national security focused not just on protecting Americans against physical attack but also on ensuring their economic well-being in his book "The Contest Over National Security."Then, Reshma Saujani, Founder and CEO of Moms F1rst, and Emily Kos, Managing Director & Partner at Boston Consulting Group, reveal data from a new report showing employer childcare benefits more than pay for themselves.And Rudger Klug and Dmitriy Siminovskiy discuss Hash Hive Labs, a mobile crypto-mining company started at Park City High School, that was included as part of the 2024 High School Utah Entrepreneur Challenge.

Jason Ware with Albion Financial delves into the latest market trends and stock market news.Then, Laura Dribin, founder and chief executive officer of Peritius Consulting, shares some of the unthinkable work behaviors she’s seen from work-from-home employees.And James Henderson with Exclusive Resorts highlights their unique vacation model.

Explore the rise of shareholder activism with Rahul Menon, Assistant Professor of Management at the Krannert School of Management at Purdue University.Then, understand how Medicare coverage of weight loss drugs could provide a value to society of $1 trillion over ten years with Alison Sexton Ward, Research Scientist at the University of Southern California’s Schaeffer Center.Rounding out the hour, The Finishing School joins the show to talk about their new business in Heber City offering sewing classes.

Ames Grawert with the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU Law shares the myths and realities regarding trends in retail theft.Then, Pete Codella with the One Utah Summit highlights how Utah business leaders will connect at The Grand America Hotel April 11 and 12. And Ted McAleer with the Park City Angels gives an update on their organization.

Former Chief Operating Officer and Chief Legal Officer of the NCAA, Don Remy, talks about this year’s March Madness tournament, the dramatic changes in college sports and Dartmouth’s basketball team voting to unionize. Then, explore Metropolitan Theatres Corporation's declaration of bankruptcy with Thomas Beckett. And Rena Vanzo with The Boob Bus highlights their mammogram, genetic testing and cosmetic procedures on wheels.

Author Benjamin Harold highlights how segregation, white flight, and chronic underinvestment collide in the suburbs and their schools as he discusses his new book "Disillusioned: Five Families and the Unraveling of America’s Suburbs," then we learn more about Phase 2 of 'The New SLC' airport, and learn about University of Utah’s Master of Business Creation (MBC) program with Paul Brown of The David Eccles School of Business.

Author John King recounts the saga of San Francisco’s Ferry Building as he explores the larger evolution along the waterfronts of cities everywhere.Gretchen Ruck, Senior Advisor at Lockhaven Solutions, shares her expertise in examining the risk of adopting new technologies as we focus on the ins and outs of the IRS's new online filing application, Direct File.Mountain Money explores the use of AI technology to conceive and construct the most advanced, efficient and adaptive luxury homes with Charles Ochello, Founder and CEO of Vitruvius Design+Build.

Author Michael Graetz shares the story of how the anti-tax movement came to dominate and distort politics, and how it impedes budgeting, equality, and opportunities outlined in his book "The Power to Destroy."Then, explore the good, the bad, and the truly strange Super Bowl ads that aired this weekend with Tom Darbyshire, former Executive Creative Director at BBDO and Founder of TellBetter.

Mountain Money explores America’s gun culture, with authors McWhirter and Elinson as they reveal the deep appeal of the AR-15, the awful havoc it wreaks, and the politics of reducing its toll.Then, the Heber Valley Business Resource Center shares information on the resources, services, training, and expertise offered to businesses and entrepreneurs.And Mountain Money ends the hour celebrating Shabu’s 20th anniversary with brothers Bob and Kevin Valaika.

Journalist and author Nick Romeo examines a portfolio of practical solutions to urgent economic problems, from decreasing wealth inequality to addressing the climate crisis and creating meaningful jobs highlighted in his new book "The Alternative: How to Build a Just Economy." (00:09)Journalist Katherine Gammon shares why sand is being called “the new gold,” and how it’s become the second most exploited natural resource in the world after fresh water. (21:13)Parker Norstrand and Abby Flack highlight how athletes can complete a day’s worth of race training in 20 minutes at a new local business — Sim.Sports Arena. (34:41)

Mountain Money explores the progress of economic equality of African Americans since the first federal King holiday was celebrated in 1986 with economist and University of Utah professor Thomas Maloney.(00:10)Then, learn how to take control of your money with "The Get Ready! Blueprint a 52-Week Guide to Changing the Way You Think About Money." Author Tony Steuer is an internationally recognized financial preparedness advocate. (13:25)

Creator of the New York Times Sketch Guy column, podcaster and Parkite Carl Richards shares why it’s important to have frank, funny, and often difficult conversations about money.Then, learn from innovation consultant Roger Firestien, how to “solve the real problem.” Because he says, what people often think is the issue is not the real problem.Mountain Money ends the hour talking with the new owners of the Viking Yurt about their interest in continuing the time-honored traditions and luxurious novelty of the Viking Yurt.

Rob Copeland delves into his book "The Fund: Ray Dalio, Bridgewater Associates, and the Unraveling of a Wall Street Legend."Then, Anya Schiffrin and Haaris Mateen discuss their published working paper that estimates the amount of money that Meta and Google should pay US news publishers for the value of the journalism and information they produce.And Andrea Zavala talks about her Main Street business, Lola Eclectic, that provides goods that are connected to culture, made with goodness, love and soul.

Author Max Marshall traces a murder and a multi-million-dollar drug ring in his new book "Among the Bros: A Fraternity Crime Story."Then, Mike Christiansen, Executive Director of the Utah Rail Passengers Association, discusses why the Boise – Salt Lake City – Las Vegas passenger rail didn’t make the Federal Railroad Administration’s cut. And Steven Bellefeuille talks about Park City based Pret Helmets.

USC law professor Jordan Barry explores the consequences to the real estate industry from the $1.8 billion verdict against the National Association of Realtors for colluding to inflate real estate commissions.Michael Lynn, a professor of services marketing at Cornell University, is an expert in tipping and highlights best practices.Ace Allak discusses Christies International Real Estate’s entry into the Park City real estate marketplace.

Author Joanna Robinson dives into the exhilarating world of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as she discusses her new book "MCU: The Reign of Marvel Studios." (0:00)Then, Chris Tang, professor at the UCLA Anderson School of Management and scholar of global supply chain management, highlights the increase in brick and mortar shopping this season and whether or not the supply chain can meet demand. (22:15)And Mountain Money ends the hour learning about Park City Restaurant Association’s premiere culinary experiences planned for Platform by the James Beard Foundation. (38:57)

Author Michael MacCambridge discusses his book "The Big Time: How the 1970s Transformed Sports in America." (00:00)Kathy Korman Frey, Director of the Center For Entrepreneurial Excellence at the George Washington University School of Business, gives us a deeper perspective on the importance of shopping at small businesses this week on Small Business Saturday. (23:15)Mountain Money ends the hour with the women who idea launched the new “lifestyle” and local business - Charcuteski. (39:17)

Author of "Taming the Street," Diana Henriques, details how President Franklin D. Roosevelt battled to regulate Wall Street in the wake of the 1929 stock market crash and the ensuing Great Depression. (00:10)Then, Christine Wzorek highlights the launch of the Utah Chapter of Association for Corporate Growth’s Women's Professional Network. (22:11)Mountain Money ends the hour exploring the benefits of exercising and infrared heat absorption with HOTWORX, a new business located in Kimball Junction. (38:34)

Laura Hanson with Governor's Office of Planning and Budget, highlights the results from Utah’s Guiding Our Growth Survey. (00:00)Rob Dorans, councilmember in Columbus, Ohio, breaks down Columbus’ recent deal wiping out $335 million of medical debt for residents. (20:32)Ryan Lewis, Founder and CEO of Wasatch Ski Chairs, discusses his unique business. (34:45)