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Check out all the happenings at the IDEAShop in Fall 2020 and Spring 2021!

Marie Lapidus explores the business of chocolate and finally defines the difference between cacao and cocoa.  It is delicious either way!

Gabriella Lapidus of Amedeo tell us the future of the airline industry past the pandemic, what it is like to be a female executive and what are the career prospects in aviation.

Marie Lapidus does her first phone interview on the radio.  She interviews John Dallas of ENCLAVE, the Entrepreneurship Center in Elk Grove Village about the psychological effects of the pandemic on the entrepreneur....and John himself.

Marie Lapidus explores the world of fashion through the lens of politics.

Marie Lapidus interviews Ernest Swierk, a Polish immigrant and self made serial entrepreneur, with a bit of a movie career as well.

Marie Lapidus talks about having a home business, Pandemic and on.  

Marie Lapidus talks to Matt Keller, ex-intrapreneur from Motorola and now entrepreneur in the world of competitive swimming.

Marie Lapidus dives into the world of Social Entrepreneurship, what it is and how we can all benefit.

Marie speaks with social entrepreneur Michael Pink about Investing in Communities and how to run a real estate company with a heart.  

Marie talks to her students, John and Nate, about a conference that they went to for pitching ideas. They talk about an inspiring speaker that they saw, STEM being integrated into business, and 3D hands.

Marie & Jackson talk about their love for fashion, the maker space, and the movie "Devil Wears Prada" representing the harsh world of the fashion industry. Jackson also mentions how the maker space has helped her so much with finding her voice in her designs. Make sure to sign up for the marketing 285 course at Harper and learn how to use all the amazing tools that Jackson & Marie mentioned in this episode.

Azad talks about how he learned to sell in high school, the cost of creating his own product, and being frugal. Marie & Azad also give business advice on why you shouldn't hire friends for a job and why the maker Space is truly amazing. Azad is in the making of a new project, "Freedom Finances," if you are interested, make sure to email him at azad@freedomsfinances.com or find him in the maker space at Harper.

Marie & Matt talk about switching Majors, a day in the life of sales & education, how technology has changed the textbook industry, and how the sales process has changed. Matt also expresses his love for competition and listening to customers.

Jeff discusses working in engineering, tech, and marketing. Marie and Jeff also discuss teaching & retirement, playing music, and the tools that can be used in the Maker Space on Harper's campus.

Alexis talks about going to beauty school, starting her own the salon, and how that process works. Marie and Alexis also give advice on finances as well as being spontaneous. Make sure to book your next hair cut with Alexis and her other employees on their site brushsalonpalatine.com or by calling 847-485-8721.

Brian talks about changing his major to communications, the Telecommunications Act, making documentaries, describing what people can do with a communications degree, and Depaul's program with Harper.

Marie, Christa (in supply chain management), and James (in insurance) discuss Harper's apprenticeship programs that it offers and appreciating its perks and resources. As well as the struggles of time management and how the apprenticeships have gotten James and Christa ahead in their careers.

Marie and Brian discuss going back to school, accounting courses being challenging, and finding courage on asking teachers & coworkers for guidance.

Carol discusses the paralegal courses that she offers at Harper, her experiences working in real estate, and how paralegal jobs are popping off.

Erik and Mark test their Minecraft knowledge with the AP Minecraft exam!

In this end of spring semester edition, Brian Shelton and Marie Lapidus discuss potential paths that students can take as they head into the fall semester. 

John Dallas, the head of Enclave Foundation, is the guest of this episode of Business as Usual to talk about how he developed his entrepreneurial and educational mindsets in order to become a successful entrepreneur. 

In this episode of Business as Usual, guest Tom Kacell from the Small Business Development Center joins the show to reveal some exciting new regarding the Kauffman foundation. Check out this episode to find out what that is. 

In this episode of Business of Usual, Rebecca Lake, Dean of Workforce Development at Harper College, sits down with Marie Lapidus to discuss the various apprenticeship programs and opportunities that are available to students on campus. 

Mark Razinski, the Assistant Vice President of Workforce Development and Executive Dean of Community Education joins Marie Lapidus to discuss his upbringing and also the process that goes into being the head of each of departments at Harper College perspectively. 

Brian Shelton returns to Business as Usual, discussing the music business and music history with host and Professor Marie Lapidus.

Alex Valladares and Lydia Schiller discuss net neutrality on Harper Radio.

Ruben Digital Media founder Nate Ruben joins Professor Marie Lapidus for an episode of Business as Usual.

Gary Skoog from Golden Corridor Makerspace joins Marie Lapidus on Business as Usual.

Marie Lapidus discusses the apprenticeship programs at Harper College with the Dean of Workforce Development, Dr. Rebecca Lake.

Marie Lapidus discusses unusual businesses with Brian Shelton.

SGA President Alex Valladares and Vice President Lydia Schiller discuss the upcoming SGA elections and North Carolina voter fraud.

AOC announced the Green New Deal, a plan to curb climate change within the United States. Alex Valladares and Lydia Schiller take a deep dive into the nonbinding resolution pushed forward in the House.

Alex Valladares and Lydia Schiller discuss border security and the state of emergency declared by the President regarding the US-Mexico border.

Alex and Lydia discuss the new Governor of Illinois JB Pritzkers' plan to increase the minimum wage from $8.25 to $15 by 2025.

SGA President Alex Valladares and VP Lydia Schiller take on the topic of gun control.

Marie Lapidus talks entrepreneurship with Sharon Wheeler, a Harper College student pursuing business education.

SGA representatives Alex Valladares and Lydia Schiller go over last nights State of the Union and the controversies faced by the current administration.

SGA President Alex Valladares and Vice President Lydia Schiller discuss the financial needs and difficulties of students. Their unique perspective as community college students at Harper College gives an insight into the pros and cons of higher education.

Jim Barns of Global OSHA discusses his history and what lays ahead for Global OSHA. Hosted by Marie Lapidus on WHCM 88.3FM.

Joe Quinn from Snapology talks finance and business with Professor Marie Lapidus at Harper College.