Business Sense (BS) with Brad

On this episode I interview theologian Dr. Paul Blowers regarding the meaning of work and the relevance of the Protestant Work Ethic. Do menial jobs matter? Are Protestants, and more particularly Calvinists, more likely to be entrepreneurial than Catholics? What role does the Reformation have on modern day labor? We try to cover it all!

On this episode I interview Milligan University president Dr. Bill Greer to talk about one of the most unsung economists of all time, Frank Knight. We discuss four schools of economic thought (Marxism, Keynesianism, the Chicago School, and the Austrian School), Frank Knight's impact on Milton Friedman, and much more! 

On this episode I welcome Master of Divinity student Sam Guy to talk about what Jubilee meant to the ancient Hebrews and if its description in Leviticus is relevant to today's globalized economy. If you hear barking in the background that is my Yorkie who desperately wanted to join the conversation. 

On this episode I welcome Janay Williams, a Corporate Strategy Analyst at Eastman Chemical Company and University of Tennessee Professor, to discuss artificial intelligence and machine learning. First, we define what these terms actually mean. Then, we discuss if new technology will fully automate humans out of jobs, how A.I. is impacting various industries, and what skills will be needed of future employees. 

On this episode I interview Johnson City, TN mayor Joe Wise about population growth, business development, infrastructure, taxes, and running for office in an era of misinformation. If you hear a random creaking noise it's my chair as I'm reaching for coffee. 

On this episode I interview Dr. Trini Rangel, Professor of Exercise Science, regarding the usefulness of the Body Mass Index. If you are trying to maintain a healthy weight, either for personal reasons or to reduce life insurance/health care premiums, trying to fit into a "healthy" BMI range can be frustrating. Is the BMI outdated and bogus? Find out on this episode. 

On this episode I welcome chiropractor Dr. Drew Cradic. Dr. Drew runs a successful practice but has chosen to keep it at its current size due to the diseconomies of scale that would persist if he expanded. His side business, Southeast Flooring Direct, is the perfect solution to keep his margins, reduce stress, and minimize business risk. 

In this episode, SlaughterHawk Photography discusses how to grow an audience organically on social media. We discuss the Facebook advertising algorithm, TikTok, Reddit, and Redbubble, as well as his quest to increase awareness of indigenous culture. 

On this episode I invited Dr. Campbell (aka The Crypto King), Professor of Economics, back to kick off Season 2. We talk about what NFTs actually are, the blockchain, crypto, inflation, Coinbase, and so much more!