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Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.
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In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine and Jordan discuss the current sentiment among small business owners with John McLaughlin, a seasoned pollster. They explore the results of recent polls indicating a shift in optimism among small business owners, the impact of government efficiency and tax policies, and the challenges posed by media bias in polling. The conversation highlights the importance of small business support across various demographics and the need for effective tax policies to foster growth and stability in the small business sector. Main Street Mattered s is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker and Toni Angelini interview Sarah Gable Seifert, the president and co-founder of Every Life, a pro-life diaper company. Sarah shares her journey of identifying a gap in the market for diapers that align with pro-life values and how she built the fastest growing diaper company in American history. The conversation explores the importance of supporting businesses that reflect personal values, the expansion of Every Life's product line, and the creation of Public Square, a marketplace for like-minded consumers. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Jordan Bruneau speaks with David Bahnsen about his book, 'Full-Time Work and the Meaning of Life.' They discuss the dignity of work, the cultural shifts that have led to a decline in the perception of work, and the impact of COVID-19 on the workforce. Bahnsen emphasizes the importance of purpose in work, the generational differences in attitudes towards work, and the need to address the failure to launch phenomenon among young adults. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Alfredo Ortiz and economist Steve Moore discuss the current economic landscape, focusing on the impact of Trump's policies, the importance of small businesses, and the need for government reform. They emphasize the significance of tax cuts, deregulation, and the role of tariffs in international trade negotiations. The conversation also highlights the lack of business experience among current political leaders and the importance of voting in the upcoming elections. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Jordan and Toni discuss the challenges small business owners face in obtaining affordable health insurance with Red Taylor, a seasoned expert in the field. Red shares his journey from coaching football to becoming a health insurance broker, highlighting the complexities of the healthcare system, the impact of the Affordable Care Act, and the importance of understanding the difference between health insurance and healthcare. He emphasizes the need for consumers to shop for healthcare services and explores alternative solutions like Metashare, a faith-based health care sharing program that offers significant savings. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine and Jordan speak with Kate Monroe, CEO of Vetcomm about her journey from military service to helping veterans access their benefits. They discuss the challenges veterans face, including homelessness, mental health issues, and the bureaucratic hurdles of the VA. Kate shares insights on supporting veteran entrepreneurs and the inefficiencies within government systems. The conversation highlights the need for accountability and effective solutions to address the ongoing struggles of the veteran community. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine and Jordan discuss the evolving regulatory landscape affecting small businesses, particularly under the Biden administration. They are joined by attorney, Karen Harned and explore the implications of recent legal decisions, such as the Loper-Brite case, and the introduction of the Prove It Act, which aims to ensure that small businesses are considered in regulatory impacts. The conversation also highlights the Corporate Transparency Act and its potential consequences for small businesses, emphasizing the need for awareness and compliance. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz discuss the current state of small businesses with Tom Sullivan from the US Chamber of Commerce. They explore the small business outlook, focusing on economic concerns such as inflation, regulatory burdens, and the importance of tax policy. The conversation highlights the need for collaboration among advocacy groups to support small businesses and discusses key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act that impact small business growth. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker and Toni Angelini discuss key tech issues with Amy Bos, Director of State and Federal Affairs at NetChoice. They explore the importance of maintaining a free and open internet, the challenges of data privacy, the need for effective children's online safety measures, and the role of big tech in protecting youth. The conversation also covers the FTC's approach to antitrust and consumer protection, and the anticipated changes under the incoming Trump administration. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine and Jordan discuss the innovative home care platform e-Caregivers with its founder, George Koenig. The conversation explores the challenges facing the home healthcare industry, particularly in light of the aging population and the declining number of care providers. Koenig explains how e-Caregivers addresses these issues by providing a direct platform that connects families with caregivers, offering transparency, flexibility, and cost savings. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Toni Angelini speaks with Mark Chinsky, a small business owner in the chocolate industry, about the various challenges small businesses face, particularly during the holiday season. They discuss the impact of rising costs, seasonal employment issues, and customer perceptions of price increases. Mark shares insights on navigating the complexities of cocoa prices and the transition from an IT career to running a chocolate business, emphasizing the importance of technology in improving efficiency and profitability. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine and Jordan discuss the post-election landscape with E.J. Antoni from the Heritage Foundation. They analyze the surprising election results, the implications of Project 2025, and the economic concerns that voters have expressed. E.J. shares insights on the role of betting markets in predicting outcomes, the need for significant budget cuts, and the potential economic outlook under a new administration. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine and Jordan speak with Michelle Leopold, a small business owner and activist, about the tragic loss of her son to fentanyl overdose and her subsequent efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of fentanyl and the importance of education. Michelle shares her personal story, the impact of drug policies on small businesses in California, and the challenges faced by business owners due to crime. She emphasizes the need for community engagement, education on drug use, and policy changes to address the ongoing drug crisis. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Jordan Bruneau speaks with David Bahnsen about his book, 'Full-Time Work and the Meaning of Life.' They discuss the dignity of work, the cultural shifts that have led to a decline in the perception of work, and the impact of COVID-19 on the workforce. Bahnsen emphasizes the importance of purpose in work, the generational differences in attitudes towards work, and the need to address the failure to launch phenomenon among young adults. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine and Jordan speak with Kate Monroe, CEO of Vetcomm about her journey from military service to helping veterans access their benefits. They discuss the challenges veterans face, including homelessness, mental health issues, and the bureaucratic hurdles of the VA. Kate shares insights on supporting veteran entrepreneurs and the inefficiencies within government systems. The conversation highlights the need for accountability and effective solutions to address the ongoing struggles of the veteran community. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine and Jordan discuss the work of the Pacific Legal Foundation with attorney Erin Wilcox. The conversation covers the foundation's mission to uphold equal protection under the law, particularly in public contracting and education. Erin shares insights into ongoing legal challenges against racial preferences in government contracts, specifically highlighting a case involving Aerospace Solutions in Texas. The discussion also touches on the implications of recent Supreme Court rulings on affirmative action and the impact of race-based policies in education. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Elaine Parker and Toni Angelini discuss the Corporate Transparency Act and its implications for small business owners with Jeff Knight, CEO of FileTax.net. The conversation highlights the Beneficial Ownership Information Report, the challenges of compliance, the role of the private sector in educating business owners, concerns over data privacy, and the potential future of the Act. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Main Street Matters, Jordan and Toni discuss the challenges small business owners face in obtaining affordable health insurance with Red Taylor, a seasoned expert in the field. Red shares his journey from coaching football to becoming a health insurance broker, highlighting the complexities of the healthcare system, the impact of the Affordable Care Act, and the importance of understanding the difference between health insurance and healthcare. He emphasizes the need for consumers to shop for healthcare services and explores alternative solutions like Metashare, a faith-based health care sharing program that offers significant savings. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As we remember JCN Founder, Bernie Marcus we'd like to re-share the conversation with him that delves into the challenges faced by small businesses, the impact of government regulations, the American dream, and the future of the economy. Bernie shares his personal journey, the importance of small businesses, and the need for advocacy and support. The conversation also touches on the role of Job Creators Network in representing small businesses and the impact of government policies on the economy. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. For more visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This episode of Main Street Matters features highlights from the Job Creators Network Summit and Gala, including Bernie Marcus' acceptance speech for the Lifetime Freedom Fighter Award. The episode features a speech from Bernie's longtime friend, Mike Leven. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more information visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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