Conversation Corner

Indiegogo and crowdfunding go hand-in-hand. Since 2008, Indiegogo has been the goto platform for people with ideas that need help and guidance. Indiegogo is a launchpad for entrepreneurial ideas, but where is it heading? Mandelbrot explains.

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Approximately 1.2 million drones will be sold this holiday season, up 112% over 2015 but are they an appropriate gift? Whether for recreation or as a commercial drone pilot, the industry has exploded. Steve and Rick discuss the industry, safety, registration, education and laws with regard to drone operation. Recreational drone flight is fun but be aware of impacts to people and property. Enjoy the holidays and if you receive a drone for Christmas, be safe.

Thank God! The debates are over as the Presidential election is in its stretch drive. Millions and millions of people watched the three Presidential Debates. But does it matter.

It is important for citizens to see candidates in a head to head discussion; however, does the content and context ever relate to the important issues and needs of our country? Over the decades, political debates have become more of a place of continual personal attacks rather than substance and discussion. Moderators own a large piece of the content when controlling a debate, but how do they do? Are they bias? Are they fair? Steve and Rick discuss and provide their opinion on the political debate process and its effects.

If you like legal thrillers that are edgy and gripping, then you will love Broken Promises. In this novel, break-out author, Nick Nichols, a long-time family law attorney, tackles all the spicy issues of divorce: adultery, addiction, power, and greed. The lead character’s error in judgment, namely, sleeping with his client, took him down a path that spiraled down into an abyss. The book serves as a cautionary tale for lawyers who might be similarly tempted.

Nick Nichols has seen it all when it comes to family legal issues and he does more than a "drive by" of a number of these from not only a lawyer's perspective, but also the reader's perspective. At some point, we've all had dealings with lawyers that included many twists and turns. This book will either open some memories or expose the reader to a new situation or set of emotions. Nichols does a great job with character development while bringing the plot to a carefully executed ending. A great end of summer read that does not disappoint. I'm looking forward to Nichols' next effort.

In light of the Colin Kaepernick National Anthem “Sit In”... Rick and Steve take a look at how people treat the National Anthem.

Thursday night's preseason game between the San Francisco 49ers and the San Diego Chargers will be interesting to watch, but not really for the football. Many will tune in at 10 p.m. ET to see what happens when the national anthem plays at the game billed as the 28th Annual Salute to the Military.

Will 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick continue his protest of the US flag by sitting during the anthem? That anthem, by the way, will be performed by Petty Officer 1st Class Steven Powell from the US Navy. And how will the crowd react to whatever Kaepernick decides to do?

The quarterback has said he'll again refuse to stand, just as he's done for the first three preseason games, saying he will not "show pride in a flag for a country that oppresses black people and people of color."

This week on Conversation Corner Rick is joined by former winner on the PGA Tour and golf broadcaster, Peter Jacobsen. They talk the 2016 US Open at Oakmont and Lexus in this exclusive interview.

In the past ten years technology has progressed further than any point in time but the question must be asked is it moving to fast? Technology directly impacts businesses, our employment, our personal interactions and lifestyle. In certain situations it is practicable to be on the cutting edge; however, do you truly need that new phone every year? In this episode of Conversation Corner we take a look at the fast moving industry from three perspectives; Business, personal value and balancing life with technology.

The breakout star of the 2012 London Games was American swimmer, Missy Franklin. She broke through in a big way with four gold medals in the pool in London. Now, as she looks ahead to another successful outing at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, Franklin is working with Minute Maid to honor champions of another kind: parents.

Missy is incredibly close to her own parents, D.A. and Dick, and with Mother’s Day – then Father’s Day, she is encouraging people across the country to recognize a great parent in their life.

It’s an honor to have Missy Franklin on Conversation Corner this week.

There are award shows such as the Golden Globes and the CMA’s but what do they have in common with the Podcast Awards? Nothing. The Annual Podcast Awards are the people’s choice awards for a listener’s favorite. If you are a listener, there is no better way to say thank you then to nominate it for a Podcast Award. The Modern Life Network since 2007 has delivered content in many genres and the hosts have worked very hard to present it. We would love to have your nomination this year as appreciation to the dedication and creative content we produce