Prosperity 101 Podcast hosted by Linda J Hansen

In the early 1990's, over 50% of the apparel purchased in the U.S. was made in America. By 2017, only 2.7% was American made. Communities and families suffered devastating losses as jobs were shipped overseas and quality was often sacrificed for lower costs. Linda's guest in this episode, Dean Wegner, wanted to curb that trend and decided to act boldly on his conviction to support domestic manufacturing. As the founder and CEO of Authentically American, a premium, veteran-owned U.S. apparel brand, Dean is committed to supporting domestic manufacturing and American workers. Their lively discussion included topics on leadership, business development, employee relations, patriotism, faith, and courage.

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Super Bowl XLI Champion. Successful Business Leader. Dove Award Nominee. Brain Injury Ambassador. Author. Speaker. Husband. Father. Christ Follower. Ben Utecht, Linda's guest in this episode, is an example for all of us on how to overcome adversity, handle fame and success, and live out our faith authentically. Linda and Ben discuss the importance of building healthy cultures in families, businesses, and communities and the need for leaders to create strong bonds of communication with those they lead. He challenges listeners to not allow organizational – or national - culture to happen by default, but to intentionally design it through purpose, trust, and excellence. How can we do that? Ben says the secret is in the huddle. Listen today to discover the secret of the huddle and how you can apply it in your own life.

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For information about our online course and other resources visit: https://prosperity101.com

To order a copy of Prosperity 101 – Job Security Through Business Prosperity® by Linda J. Hansen, click here: https://prosperity101.com/products/

Become a Prosperity Partner: https://prosperity101.com/partner-contribution/

If you would like to be an episode sponsor, please contact us directly at https://prosperity101.com.

You can also support this podcast by engaging with our Strategic Partners using the promo codes listed below.

Be free to work and free to hire by joining RedBalloon, America's #1 non-woke job board and talent connector. Use Promo Code P101 or go to RedBalloon.work/p101 to join Red Balloon and support Prosperity 101®.

Connect with other Kingdom minded business owners by joining the US Christian Chamber of Commerce. Support both organizations by mentioning Prosperity 101, LLC or using code P101 to join. https://uschristianchamber.com

Mother Nature's Trading Company®, providing natural products for your health, all Powered by Cranology®. Use this link to explore Buy One Get One Free product options and special discounts: https://mntc.shop/prosperity101/

Unite for impact by joining Christian Employers Alliance at www.ChristianEmployersAlliance.org and use Promo Code P101.

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America is incredibly unique. Our system of government allows for wonderful real-time examples of what works and what doesn't when it comes to human flourishing, freedom, and citizen engagement. Each state can be viewed as a laboratory of democracy as policies promoted by state governments positively or negatively impact citizens. We have seen an incredible population redistribution happening in our country as highly populated states like New York or California are losing residents and other states like Florida or Texas are gaining residents. Why? As many individuals have decide to vote with their feet, we can see trends regarding the most successful policies for personal, corporate, and governmental prosperity. With Linda to explore the trends is Jonathan Williams, President of American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC). They discuss the insights gleaned from data outlined in the ALEC Rich States, Poor States guide, which is published annually to provide comprehensive information on policies that truly lead to economic prosperity and freedom. Discover how your state ranks and listen today.

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For information about the Rich States, Poor States guide, visit

www.RichStatesPoorStates.org

For information about our online course and other resources visit: https://prosperity101.com

To order a copy of Prosperity 101 – Job Security Through Business Prosperity® by Linda J. Hansen, click here: https://prosperity101.com/products/

Become a Prosperity Partner: https://prosperity101.com/partner-contribution/

If you would like to be an episode sponsor, please contact us directly at https://prosperity101.com.

You can also support this podcast by engaging with our Strategic Partners using the promo codes listed below.

Be free to work and free to hire by joining RedBalloon, America's #1 non-woke job board and talent connector. Use Promo Code P101 or go to RedBalloon.work/p101 to join Red Balloon and support Prosperity 101®.

Connect with other Kingdom minded business owners by joining the US Christian Chamber of Commerce. Support both organizations by mentioning Prosperity 101, LLC or using code P101 to join. https://uschristianchamber.com

Mother Nature's Trading Company®, providing natural products for your health, all Powered by Cranology®. Use this link to explore Buy One Get One Free product options and special discounts: https://mntc.shop/prosperity101/

Unite for impact by joining Christian Employers Alliance at www.ChristianEmployersAlliance.org and use Promo Code P101.

Support Pro-Life Payments and help save babies with every swipe. Visit www.prolifepayments.com/life/p101 for more information.

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What happens when life and career plans are redirected? How can you walk confidently into new plans and greater purpose? Linda welcomes Bristan Heaven, an experienced business leader and President of the Central Florida Christian Chamber of Commerce, for a powerful conversation about faith, leadership, business, and the unique role Christian entrepreneurs and employers play in shaping culture. Bristan shares his remarkable journey from humble beginnings in Jamaica, to a successful career in banking, to answering God's call to lead one of the nation's most influential Christian business organizations. His story is unique, yet the principles are universal and applicable to each of us as we navigate constant changes in our personal and professional lives.

©Copyright 2026, Prosperity 101, LLC

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For information about our online course and other resources visit: https://prosperity101.com

To order a copy of Prosperity 101 – Job Security Through Business Prosperity® by Linda J. Hansen, click here: https://prosperity101.com/products/

Become a Prosperity Partner: https://prosperity101.com/partner-contribution/

If you would like to be an episode sponsor, please contact us directly at https://prosperity101.com.

You can also support this podcast by engaging with our Strategic Partners using the promo codes listed below.

Be free to work and free to hire by joining RedBalloon, America's #1 non-woke job board and talent connector. Use Promo Code P101 or go to RedBalloon.work/p101 to join Red Balloon and support Prosperity 101®.

Connect with other Kingdom minded business owners by joining the US Christian Chamber of Commerce. Support both organizations by mentioning Prosperity 101, LLC or using code P101 to join. https://uschristianchamber.com

Mother Nature's Trading Company®, providing natural products for your health, all Powered by Cranology®. Use this link to explore Buy One Get One Free product options and special discounts: https://mntc.shop/prosperity101/

Unite for impact by joining Christian Employers Alliance at www.ChristianEmployersAlliance.org and use Promo Code P101.

Support Pro-Life Payments and help save babies with every swipe. Visit www.prolifepayments.com/life/p101 for more information.

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Immigration is always a hot -and often emotional - topic, yet few people truly understand the impact immigration policies have on their daily lives, finances, and freedoms. Immigration touches every segment of society and impacts every community. Every town is a border town when immigration policies allow for open borders, financial fraud, rampant crime, and cultural upheaval. How do we continue our promise of freedom to immigrants while protecting the rights of our American citizens?

As policy details are swallowed in news cycles and impacts are often ignored until irreversible, Todd Bensman, Linda's guest in this episode, brings clarity and truth to the conversation, all based on his years as a journalist, policy analyst, and counterterrorism expert. Todd served as Senior National Security Fellow for the Center for Immigration Studies and as Senior Adviser to the US Department of Homeland Security and the National Counterterrorism Center. He now serves as a Senior Research Fellow for The Heritage Foundation's Border Security and Immigration Center. Todd has testified before Congress and written extensively to alert American citizens regarding the negative national security implications of open-border policies and to provide insight on providing safeguards for citizens and legal immigrants. This is an important episode you will not want to miss. Listen today and share with friends.

©copyright 2026, Prosperity 101, LLC

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For information about our online course and other resources visit: https://prosperity101.com

To order a copy of Prosperity 101 – Job Security Through Business Prosperity® by Linda J. Hansen, click here: https://prosperity101.com/products/

Become a Prosperity Partner: https://prosperity101.com/partner-contribution/

If you would like to be an episode sponsor, please contact us directly at https://prosperity101.com.

You can also support this podcast by engaging with our Strategic Partners using the promo codes listed below.

Be free to work and free to hire by joining RedBalloon, America's #1 non-woke job board and talent connector. Use Promo Code P101 or go to RedBalloon.work/p101 to join Red Balloon and support Prosperity 101®.

Connect with other Kingdom minded business owners by joining the US Christian Chamber of Commerce. Support both organizations by mentioning Prosperity 101, LLC or using code P101 to join. https://uschristianchamber.com

Mother Nature's Trading Company®, providing natural products for your health, all Powered by Cranology®. Use this link to explore Buy One Get One Free product options and special discounts: https://mntc.shop/prosperity101/

Unite for impact by joining Christian Employers Alliance at www.ChristianEmployersAlliance.org and use Promo Code P101.

Support Pro-Life Payments and help save babies with every swipe. Visit www.prolifepayments.com/life/p101 for more information.

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Small beginnings built with faith, hard work, and generosity can often lead to big impact. You may be familiar with Hobby Lobby, but are you aware of their small beginnings, how they managed growth, and what they currently do to serve their workforce and to positively impact culture? In this episode, Linda hosts special guest, Peter Dobelbower, Senior VP – Legal at Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc. Their discussion chronicles the history of the company's founding to their current worldwide impact. In addition, Peter emphasizes the importance of educating employees about public policy and shares personal examples of how he has chosen to do so in the workplace. You will be inspired by his wisdom and experience and you will discover actionable steps to have a big impact and move cultural mountains in your marketplace.

©Copyright 2026, Prosperity 101, LLC

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For information about our online course and other resources visit: https://prosperity101.com

To order a copy of Prosperity 101 – Job Security Through Business Prosperity® by Linda J. Hansen, click here: https://prosperity101.com/products/

Become a Prosperity Partner: https://prosperity101.com/partner-contribution/

If you would like to be an episode sponsor, please contact us directly at https://prosperity101.com.

You can also support this podcast by engaging with our Strategic Partners using the promo codes listed below.

Be free to work and free to hire by joining RedBalloon, America's #1 non-woke job board and talent connector. Use Promo Code P101 or go to RedBalloon.work/p101 to join Red Balloon and support Prosperity 101®.

Connect with other Kingdom minded business owners by joining the US Christian Chamber of Commerce. Support both organizations by mentioning Prosperity 101, LLC or using code P101 to join. https://uschristianchamber.com

Mother Nature's Trading Company®, providing natural products for your health, all Powered by Cranology®. Use this link to explore Buy One Get One Free product options and special discounts: https://mntc.shop/prosperity101/

Unite for impact by joining Christian Employers Alliance at www.ChristianEmployersAlliance.org and use Promo Code P101.

Support Pro-Life Payments and help save babies with every swipe. Visit www.prolifepayments.com/life/p101 for more information.

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Policy impacts business. Employers and business leaders need to be aware of legal and legislative policies that influence their workplace and community. Equipping business leaders to address such issues is a commitment shared by Linda and her guests, Dr. Nicole Davis and Tony Davis, Esq. With years of experience in business and government, Nicole and Tony serve in founding leadership with the Maryland Christian Chamber of Commerce. The conversation revolves around the need for marketplace leaders to be aware of and involved in promoting policies that promote flourishing and freedom and provides actionable steps to confidently make a positive impact in the workplace and beyond.

©Copyright 2026, Prosperity 101, LLC

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For information about our online course and other resources visit: https://prosperity101.com

To order a copy of Prosperity 101 – Job Security Through Business Prosperity® by Linda J. Hansen, click here: https://prosperity101.com/products/

Become a Prosperity Partner: https://prosperity101.com/partner-contribution/

If you would like to be an episode sponsor, please contact us directly at https://prosperity101.com.

You can also support this podcast by engaging with our Strategic Partners using the promo codes listed below.

Be free to work and free to hire by joining RedBalloon, America's #1 non-woke job board and talent connector. Use Promo Code P101 or go to RedBalloon.work/p101 to join Red Balloon and support Prosperity 101®.

Connect with other Kingdom minded business owners by joining the US Christian Chamber of Commerce. Support both organizations by mentioning Prosperity 101, LLC or using code P101 to join. https://uschristianchamber.com

Mother Nature's Trading Company®, providing natural products for your health, all Powered by Cranology®. Use this link to explore Buy One Get One Free product options and special discounts: https://mntc.shop/prosperity101/

Unite for impact by joining Christian Employers Alliance at www.ChristianEmployersAlliance.org and use Promo Code P101.

Support Pro-Life Payments and help save babies with every swipe. Visit www.prolifepayments.com/life/p101 for more information.

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Human trafficking can take on many forms, and, in most instances, is hiding in plain sight. Victims may be suffering in your child's school, sports team, or youth group, and others may be in your neighborhood or workplace. The hardest to detect may be in your family or even your place of worship. Never think you or your family are immune to the painful effects of trafficking. It is a crime that truly spreads beyond the victim and creates a devastating toll on individuals, families, and communities. Linda explores this topic with her guest, Tami Brown Rodriquez, CEO of Untrafficked, an organization advancing trafficking prevention and digital safety, intervention and victim recovery, survivor-centered solutions, and policy reforms to strengthen penalties for perpetrators of child exploitation and trafficking. Listen to learn of helpful resources for education, prevention, intervention, and healing. Whether you are a business leader, parent, or student – this episode may help you prevent someone you love from being trafficked. Don't miss it.

©Copyright 2026, Prosperity 101, LLC

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For information about our online course and other resources visit: https://prosperity101.com

To order a copy of Prosperity 101 – Job Security Through Business Prosperity® by Linda J. Hansen, click here: https://prosperity101.com/products/

Become a Prosperity Partner: https://prosperity101.com/partner-contribution/

If you would like to be an episode sponsor, please contact us directly at https://prosperity101.com.

You can also support this podcast by engaging with our Strategic Partners using the promo codes listed below.

Be free to work and free to hire by joining RedBalloon, America's #1 non-woke job board and talent connector. Use Promo Code P101 or go to RedBalloon.work/p101 to join Red Balloon and support Prosperity 101®.

Connect with other Kingdom minded business owners by joining the US Christian Chamber of Commerce. Support both organizations by mentioning Prosperity 101, LLC or using code P101 to join. https://uschristianchamber.com

Mother Nature's Trading Company®, providing natural products for your health, all Powered by Cranology®. Use this link to explore Buy One Get One Free product options and special discounts: https://mntc.shop/prosperity101/

Unite for impact by joining Christian Employers Alliance at www.ChristianEmployersAlliance.org and use Promo Code P101.

Support Pro-Life Payments and help save babies with every swipe. Visit www.prolifepayments.com/life/p101 for more information.

Maximize your podcast by contacting Podcast Town. Contact them today: https://podcasttown.zohothrive.com/affiliateportal/podcasttown/login

NOTE:

If you or someone you know may be a victim of trafficking, please call the Human Trafficking Hotline at 888-373-7888 or text to 233733.

To contact Untrafficked, visit www.Untrafficked.org.

As we celebrate two hundred and fifty years of freedom in America, it is good to pause and reflect on the blessings of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Every July 4th is filled with parades, picnics, and people enjoying freedoms we often take for granted. Fireworks may light evening skies, but do we truly understand the fragility of freedom or our role in preserving it? Dr. James (Jim) Garlow, Linda's guest in this episode, discusses historical truths from our nation's founders and how their ideologies and ideas influence our lives today. He also offers an exciting opportunity to learn about our history and governmental system – especially as seen through a Biblical lens – through a program called More Than Fireworks. Designed for individual or group participation, the More Than Fireworks series can be used in families or businesses to bring awareness and understanding regarding the incredible blessings and enormous responsibilities we have as American citizens. The series starts July 4, so be sure to listen to this episode and share with friends. Celebrate freedom with More Than Fireworks!

©Copyright 2026, Prosperity 101, LLC

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For information about our online course and other resources visit: https://prosperity101.com

To order a copy of Prosperity 101 – Job Security Through Business Prosperity® by Linda J. Hansen, click here: https://prosperity101.com/products/

Become a Prosperity Partner: https://prosperity101.com/partner-contribution/

If you would like to be an episode sponsor, please contact us directly at https://prosperity101.com.

You can also support this podcast by engaging with our Strategic Partners using the promo codes listed below.

Be free to work and free to hire by joining RedBalloon, America's #1 non-woke job board and talent connector. Use Promo Code P101 or go to RedBalloon.work/p101 to join Red Balloon and support Prosperity 101®.

Connect with other Kingdom minded business owners by joining the US Christian Chamber of Commerce. Support both organizations by mentioning Prosperity 101, LLC or using code P101 to join. https://uschristianchamber.com

Mother Nature's Trading Company®, providing natural products for your health, all Powered by Cranology®. Use this link to explore Buy One Get One Free product options and special discounts: https://mntc.shop/prosperity101/

Unite for impact by joining Christian Employers Alliance at www.ChristianEmployersAlliance.org and use Promo Code P101.

Support Pro-Life Payments and help save babies with every swipe. Visit www.prolifepayments.com/life/p101 for more information.

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For information on More Than Fireworks visit https://wellversedworld.org/fireworks

What is the Electoral College and how does it preserve states' rights and protect the votes of American citizens? Some media pundits and activists are calling for "national popular vote" reforms. What would those changes mean to our country and to freedoms we cherish? Harry Roth, Director of Outreach at Save Our States, joined Linda to discuss this important topic. Harry shared historically grounded and constitutionally sound insights into how the Electoral College protects minority rights, prevents regional domination, and ensures that small and large states have a voice in presidential elections. The Electoral College provides a stabilizing force to ensure states' rights and citizen voices are protected. A clear understanding of the importance of this process is essential for every American who cares about the impact of their vote on the future of our country. Don't get swayed by headlines or emotional pleas. Learn the facts and protect your freedom.

©Copyright 2026, Prosperity 101, LLC

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For information about our online course and other resources visit: https://prosperity101.com

To order a copy of Prosperity 101 – Job Security Through Business Prosperity® by Linda J. Hansen, click here: https://prosperity101.com/products/

Become a Prosperity Partner: https://prosperity101.com/partner-contribution/

If you would like to be an episode sponsor, please contact us directly at https://prosperity101.com.

You can also support this podcast by engaging with our Strategic Partners using the promo codes listed below.

Be free to work and free to hire by joining RedBalloon, America's #1 non-woke job board and talent connector. Use Promo Code P101 or go to RedBalloon.work/p101 to join Red Balloon and support Prosperity 101®.

Connect with other Kingdom minded business owners by joining the US Christian Chamber of Commerce. Support both organizations by mentioning Prosperity 101, LLC or using code P101 to join. https://uschristianchamber.com

Mother Nature's Trading Company®, providing natural products for your health, all Powered by Cranology®. Use this link to explore Buy One Get One Free product options and special discounts: https://mntc.shop/prosperity101/

Unite for impact by joining Christian Employers Alliance at www.ChristianEmployersAlliance.org and use Promo Code P101.

Support Pro-Life Payments and help save babies with every swipe. Visit www.prolifepayments.com/life/p101 for more information.

Maximize your podcast by contacting Podcast Town. Contact them today: https://podcasttown.zohothrive.com/affiliateportal/podcasttown/login