Chuck Baker joins Jim Blasingame to report on the apparent increased interest by the Biden administration to add new and onerous regulations on the short-line railroad industry.

Chuck Baker joins Jim Blasingame to report on the importance of short-line railroads as a critical link in the supply chain, plus some of the challenges that can be created by government overreach.

Chuck Baker joins Jim Blasingame to explain how the short-line railroad industry is structured and operates, and plays a critical role in the overall national distribution system, including contribution to Main Street businesses.

Bryan Mattimore joins Jim Blasingame to discuss the current reality of a shortage of employee candidates, and whether now is the time to hire for intelligence and attitude and train your own, rather than looking for experience.

Bryan Mattimore joins Jim Blasingame to offer suggestions on how to attract the talent you need by focusing on areas like mission, vision and values, not just the work and the compensation.

Bill Dunkelberg joins Jim Blasingame to offer his perspective on the future economic conditions, including strong growth through the next 18 months, parallel with plenty of challenges from inflation and government interference.

Bill Dunkelberg joins Jim Blasingame to report on the current NFIB Index, which shows that both hiring plans are up, but also is the reality of inflation, and its impact on pricing and expenses.

Gary Pittsford joins Jim Blasingame to report on the many examples of harmful Biden tax proposals that will hurt, and therefore accelerate, the divesting/retirement plans for millions of Baby Boomer owners.

Brad Van Horn joins Jim Blasingame to report that it’s easier to use an ESOP for businesses as small as 20 employees, but the sweet spot number is closer to 50-100.

Brad Van Horn joins Jim Blasingame to reveal some of the advantages a business owner can accrue by selling to employees through an ESOP, including significant tax advantages and leaving a legacy.