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In today's hard-hitting episode, Patrick steps into the anchor chair to rip back the curtain on a system where nothing is as it seems. We break down the staggering logistical discrepancies between states like Florida—which counts over 11 million votes in a matter of hours—and California, where hundreds of thousands of mail-in ballots linger for days until the establishment's preferred candidates mysteriously edge ahead. Looking closely at real-time local data and anomalous statistical jumps in the Los Angeles mayoral track, Patrick exposes why the modern election cycle increasingly feels like a coordinated illusion managed by a specialized class rather than a true reflection of the people's will. From the West Coast to a controversial Democratic primary in New Jersey, we ask the critical question: Are our representatives being elected by American citizens, or selected by the state?The capture of American institutions goes far deeper than a rigged ballot box. Patrick dives into the shocking backgrounds of political figures rising through local and national ranks, spotlighting jaw-dropping connections to convicted terror financiers and radical activists who openly call for dismantling the United States government on our own soil. We connect the dots to show how this ideological shift aligns perfectly with a top-down war on the traditional nuclear family. From the floor of the New York City Council to radicalized Ivy League campuses, the assault is multi-pronged: outlawing foundational words like "mother" and "father" on government documentation while replacing them with cold, bureaucratic terms designed to strip away our shared heritage and identity.Joining the show is independent consultant James McAndrew to dissect what Joe Rogan and Theo Von recently exposed: a powerful, unelected "third group" that has quietly infiltrated both major political parties to dictate national policy from the shadows. Together, Patrick and James break down how big tech censorship, calculated media infighting, and the deliberate demoralization of our education system work in tandem to keep the public distracted and divided. If America is the "fascist dictatorship" that radicalized students claim it is, why are millions risking everything to cross our borders for a shot at the American Dream? It's time to stop falling for the distraction, face the blatant truth of how we are being managed, and reclaim the country before the illusion becomes our permanent reality.
Is everything you've been told about the American Dream a lie? In this explosive episode of Keeping it Real, Jillian Michaels sits down with democratic socialist author and professor Dr. Ben Burgis for a high-stakes, brutally honest clash over the economic frameworks controlling your life.
Naked, clutching the telephone receiver, and with a stomach full of prescription meds, Marilyn Monroe was pronounced dead at 4:25am on the 5th of August 1962. Today, a century after her birth, the iconic “blonde bombshell” is still one of the most famous people who has ever lived. She epitomised Hollywood: the fame, the fortune, and the chaos. Rumours placed her in bed with two Kennedys – and under surveillance from the FBI and CIA. Marilyn Monroe was the tainted American Dream.Could someone so special really have died from something as simple as an overdose?--Patreon - Ad-free & Bonus EpisodesYouTube - Full-length Video EpisodesTikTok / Instagram
Randy Lyman is a physicist, entrepreneur, and expert in emotional intelligence and service-based leadership. He built the American Dream from humble beginnings, eventually founding multiple 8-figure businesses, including an Inc. 500 company. He discovered that lasting success requires embracing the emotional aspect of being human. Randy's entrepreneurial journey spans four decades, earning multiple patents and growing his businesses 30x after integrating spiritual principles. He now shares these principles through his book, The Third Element, which offers useful tools and techniques for emotional healing and personal growth. The pivotal moment for Randy came after achieving material success but realizing he was not able to enjoy that success due to being disconnected from his own emotions. This led him to focus on emotional awareness, which changed his approach to leadership and spurred business growth far beyond where planning and hard work alone could have taken him. For Randy, the keys to high performance are authenticity, personal connection, and leading from a combination of strength & vulnerability. The Third Element (#1 New Release in Personal Growth) reveals how unhealed emotional patterns shape our reality and how we can transform them to achieve abundance. Today, Randy shares his principles to help individuals and organizations achieve clarity, connection, and authentic transformation by harnessing emotional intelligence and turning inner healing into outward success. Beyond his professional life, Randy is a craftsman who builds custom motorcycle engines and restores classic cars. His mission is to inspire others to heal, lead, and unlock their full potential by embracing "The Third Element" and their emotional truth. Website: https://randylyman.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamrandylyman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamrandylyman1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrandylyman/
"This is a cautionary tale about how extremism and fascism can creep up on us. It always begins with hate speech and dehumanization... from verbal violence, it's a very short leap to physical violence." — Dr. Georgette Bennett ABOUT THIS EPISODE Dr. Georgette Bennett is an award-winning sociologist, widely published author, former NBC News correspondent, and founder of both the Tanenbaum Center for Inter-Religious Understanding and the Multifaith Alliance for Syrian Refugees — which has mobilized more than $660 million in humanitarian aid. Her latest book, Half Jew, Full Life, tells the extraordinary story of Holocaust survivor Gary "Pips" Phillips, a distant relative who became a surrogate father to Georgette after her own father's death. Pips was classified by the Nazis as a Mischling — half-Jewish — yet voluntarily embraced his Jewish identity at the very moment it could be fatal. Mike and Georgette discuss Pips's four arrests and three escapes, the Nazis who unexpectedly saved his life, the challenge of writing a third-person memoir from psychiatric recordings, and why this story carries urgent lessons about identity, denial, and the creep of extremism. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. A Holocaust story unlike any other. Pips was a Mischling first degree — an Aryan mother, a Jewish father — who voluntarily chose to be Jewish by becoming a bar mitzvah the very week the Nuremberg Laws were enacted. Almost nothing has been written about people in this category. 2. Nazis both persecuted and saved him. Pips was arrested four times and escaped three times. In key moments, individual Nazis — motivated by love, lust, or personal connection — intervened to save his life, complicating the black-and-white narrative of the Holocaust. 3. Survival was his career. Living underground in Berlin among 6,500 Jews who went into hiding, Pips navigated a world where you couldn't buy food or rent a room without papers stamped with a "J." Every day was a question of where to eat and where to sleep. 4. Psychiatric tapes became the primary source. Pips recorded his life story across dozens of sessions with his psychiatrist. Georgette had them transcribed while he was still alive, giving the book an authentic first-person voice despite being written in third person. 5. Trauma never fully heals. Pips's wife Olga, an Auschwitz survivor, processed her experience through silence and ultimately took her own life in 2005. Pips's own trauma surfaced decades later as severe palpitations with no physical cause. 6. Identity is a lifelong negotiation. Pips spent his entire life seeking acceptance as a Jew despite never formally converting. The title Half Jew, Full Life comes from his own declaration: "I don't want to be a half Jew. I want to be a full Jew." 7. A cautionary tale for today. The book traces how extremism begins with hate speech and dehumanization, and how denial during that phase allows violence to escalate — a pattern Georgette sees playing out in the present day. 8. The American Dream, chapter two. After the war, Pips arrived in America as a waiter and bicycle messenger and ended up co-owning the largest photo agency in the world, hobnobbing with celebrities like Natalie Wood and Raquel Welch — never having owned a camera. GET THE BOOK Half Jew, Full Life by Dr. Georgette Bennett Buy on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4v8qrFD Buy on Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/a/54587/9781949846744 CONNECT WITH GEORGETTE Website: https://www.bennettny.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgette-bennett-764786184/ CONNECT WITH YOUR HOST Mike Carlon | Uncorking a Story Website: https://uncorkingastory.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uncorkingastory Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncorkingastory/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uncorkingastory TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uncorkingastory Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/uncorkingastory LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uncorking-a-story/ SUBSCRIBE & LEAVE A REVIEW — It helps more readers and writers find the show! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uncorking-a-story/id563636205 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HZiAEtFlhAzk60Z4eAkhY RSS Feed: https://feeds.megaphone.fm/uncorkingastory Uncorking a Story is produced by Mike Carlon. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to Sam Levinson, the only people who can experience the American Dream are the white Christian folks on the homestead. Who happen to have no guns, no trauma, no violence, and lip filler. Cheers to Euphoria, if anything you gave us a ton of conversation. Enjoy! Download Hily Dating App from the App Store or Google Play, or visit hily.com. Listen to our PRE-SHOW and watch us on VIDEO only on Patreon. Join the Rose Garden today! CONNECT WITH US: Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | Merch EMAIL: 2blackgirls1rose@gmail.com Follow Natasha's Substack The Nite Owl: theniteowl.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Derek Champagne talks with George Barrios, former co-president of WWE, about the deal he made to reshape the global company, his public firing by Vince McMahon, the future of the sports industry, and his approach to leadership (and coping with public failure). Barrios tells his story in his new book Sometimes Wrong but Never in Doubt. ABOUT SOMETIMES WRONG BUT NEVER IN DOUBTAt a time when leadership is under scrutiny and industries are being reshaped at breakneck speed, stories of bold decision-making and personal reinvention have never felt more essential. Readers are hungry for narratives that go beyond corporate gloss—stories that show how transformative deals actually unfold, how leaders make high-stakes decisions, and how grit still propels people to the highest levels of business. In SOMETIMES WRONG BUT NEVER IN DOUBT: How a Cuban Kid from Queens Transformed WWE (Skyhorse Publishing; June 2, 2026), George Barrios—son of Cuban immigrants, former co-president of WWE, and architect of the largest transaction in sports history—offers exactly that kind of story. With unfiltered honesty and cinematic detail, Barrios traces his journey from a cramped Queens apartment to the boardrooms where he helped reshape a global entertainment company. Told with the humor, swagger, and introspection of a leader who has lived many careers in one lifetime, the book blends memoir and business insight to reveal how an outsider learned to trust his instincts, move decisively, and lead through uncertainty. Barrios brings readers inside the world of WWE: from his twelve-year partnership with Vince McMahon, to the media-rights revolution that redefined the company, to the personal and professional fallout of being fired in front of the entire industry. But the story reaches far beyond wrestling. It is equally a story of immigration, family resilience, cultural identity, and the relentless pursuit of upward mobility. Barrios reflects on:· High-stakes leadership, including how he learned to take bold action despite backlash, uncertainty, and public scrutiny.· The making of a massive sports deal, and the pressures, strategy, and behind-the-scenes dynamics that shaped an industry-defining negotiation.· Immigrant grit and the American Dream, and how his parents' escape from Castro's Cuba shaped his path and worldview.· Reinvention after public failure, including the firing that could have ended his career and the personal reckoning that followed.· The cultural forces inside major entertainment companies, with unvarnished insight into ego, power, and the real cost of winning. Written with the immediacy of a ringside story and the heart of a family saga, SOMETIMES WRONG BUT NEVER IN DOUBT is more than a business memoir. It is a testament to risk-taking, reinvention, and the belief that anyone—regardless of where they begin—can shape their own future.Order book here: https://georgebarrios.com/Business Leadership Series Intro and Outro music provided by Just Off Turner: https://music.apple.com/za/album/the-long-walk-back/268386576
On its 50th anniversary, we take a track-by-track look at The Royal Scam, Steely Dan's dark and guitar-driven portrait of ambition, illusion, and failed dreams. From “Kid Charlemagne” to the title track, it's an album where every escape comes with a price.
USMNT and Leeds United star midfielder Brenden Aaronson joins Rog to reflect on the emotional moment he learned he made the 2026 USMNT roster, Pochettino's latest message to the squad, and what to expect versus Senegal and Germany in the final tune-ups before this summer's tournament begins. Brenden discusses the mentality shift that helped transform his season in the Premier League, and how Daniel Farke's mid-game tactics adjustment versus Man City helped Leeds soar to new heights. Aaronson opens up about battling criticism, earning back the love of the Leeds supporters, and how the “dungeon” training sessions with his father growing up in South Jersey still shape his play.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Homeownership has been the foundation of the American Dream for generations, and a key part to building wealth and stability. With housing growing more expensive and the inventory decreasing, rising oil prices and inflation are making it even worse. There is wide ranging agreement that Americans are facing a housing affordability crisis, but when will it end? FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Ted Rossman, principal analyst for Bankrate, who says there are many combined factors that have caused this, and offers his thoughts on how to help first time home buyers. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Homeownership has been the foundation of the American Dream for generations, and a key part to building wealth and stability. With housing growing more expensive and the inventory decreasing, rising oil prices and inflation are making it even worse. There is wide ranging agreement that Americans are facing a housing affordability crisis, but when will it end? FOX's Tonya J. Powers speaks with Ted Rossman, principal analyst for Bankrate, who says there are many combined factors that have caused this, and offers his thoughts on how to help first time home buyers. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of The Level Up Podcast w/ Paul Alex, Paul sits down with Christopher Craig, a Foreclosure Surplus Expert, tax strategist, and serial entrepreneur, to discuss why the traditional "American Dream" of real estate investing might actually be keeping you trapped. Christopher breaks down why he is selling off his massive real estate portfolio to invest in a low-maintenance, high-yield asset class: legal arcade games and medical equipment. Instead of dealing with tenants and broken roofs, he explains how business owners and high-income earners can use bonus depreciation to legally zero out their taxes while generating true, hands-off passive income. In this conversation, Christopher shares: Why traditional rental properties are a "slow burn" that trap your equity How to legally offset 100% of your taxable income using bonus depreciation The exact blueprint for investing in legal arcade machines and medical equipment Why adaptability and taking the first step are the true secrets to leaving the W-2 grind This episode is a must-listen for business owners, high-income earners, and anyone looking to build real passive income while mastering the tax game. Connect with Christopher Craig: https://www.instagram.com/christophercraigofficial/ Your Network Is Your Net Worth Make sure to add Paul Alex on all social platforms: Instagram: https://jo.my/paulalex2024 Facebook: https://jo.my/fbpaulalex2024 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@levelupwithpaulalex LinkedIn: https://jo.my/inpaulalex2024 Looking for a secondary source of income or want to become an entrepreneur? Check out CashSwipe:
Long before SIMPLi hit shelves at Whole Foods, Sprouts, Erewhon, and Wegmans, Sarela and Matt were traveling globally working directly with farmers to source regenerative organic ingredients and rebuild transparency at the root level of food production. What started as a sourcing mission eventually became SIMPLi — a pantry brand focused on traceability, regenerative agriculture, and proving that better food systems can scale without cutting corners. In this episode, Sarela and Matt break down how they built relationships with farming communities around the world, why most consumers have no idea where their pantry staples actually come from, and what it takes to create a mission-driven food brand in a category dominated by massive incumbents. Make sure to check them out at: https://eatsimpli.com Check out my new book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4kRKGTX Watch our mini-doc - Starting Small: The Raw Truth Behind Entrepreneurship and the American Dream: https://youtu.be/eHuq93wIxs0?si=eDB-ycngvWNapRLO Visit Starting Small Media: https://startingsmallmedia.org/ Subscribe to exclusive Starting Small emails: https://startingsmallmedia.org/newsletter-signup Follow Starting Small: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingsmallpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Startingsmallpod/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/cameronnagle Thank you to this episodes mid break sponsor, Terramor Outdoor Resort. I just got back from Terramor Outdoor Resort in Bar Harbor, Maine, and I have to tell you — it's the first time in a while I've genuinely felt reset. Terramor is a luxury glamping resort with 64 upscale tent accommodations tucked into the woods near Acadia National Park. The food was incredible, the amenities were dialed in, and their guy, Omar, took us through this private saltwater immersion experience in nature that I did not see coming — cold, but completely shifted my body and mind - followed by a robe and hot tea right on the ocean. It's one of those places where you're fully immersed in nature, but you're not sacrificing comfort. You just... decompress. If that sounds like something you need right now, go check them out, they're open May-October and whether with the family, special event,couples retreat… you have to take my word on this experience— TerramorOutdoorResort.com.
DOWNLOAD "BREAKING MY ALLEGIANCE" by Bernard Borghei on your favorite APP or go to: Breaking My Allegiance - Single - Album by Bernard Borghei - Apple Music Learn more about Bernard at: Bernard Borghei | LinkedIn Episode Highlights From Tehran to Philadelphia: A Teenager's Escape from Revolution At just 12 years old, Bernard witnessed the Iranian Revolution up close. His family lost everything—their home, savings, and even his Star Wars toys were confiscated. By 13, he was fleeing across Europe, eventually finding asylum in the U.S. thanks to policy changes under the Reagan administration. The Immigrant's Fire: Why Hunger Beats Talent Bernard shares how working in pizza shops to pay for college while never attending a single basketball game or spring break fueled his relentless drive. His biggest fear? That his own children would have to experience the same survival mode he did. A Forgotten Iran: When Faith United, Not Divided Before the revolution, Iran was a secular, democratic society where Christians, Muslims, and Jewish Persians celebrated each other's holidays. Bernard recalls watching the Israeli national soccer team play in Tehran—proof that the region once thrived on coexistence. The Music That Saved Him (And the Record Exec Who Said No) Music was therapy for Bernard. He taught himself guitar on a left-handed Fender, wrote 22 songs, and almost got signed by Polygram—until an A&R guy told him, “I can't sell this face to the MTV generation.” Instead of giving up, he kept playing on weekends for decades. Breaking My Allegiance: A Song Against Weaponized Faith Bernard's first official single, releasing this Friday, is a rock anthem born from his experience with the Iranian regime. It's not against faith—it's against using religion to justify oppression. The song's message: *“If that's what your religion is, I'm breaking my allegiance.”* The Immigrant's Oath: Integrate, Follow Rules, Be Grateful Bernard offers a powerful perspective on immigration: he never hid his roots, but he worked tirelessly to learn English, pay taxes, and contribute. His advice to new immigrants? “If you want to chase a better life, respect what this country has to offer.” Show Notes 2:35
Barbara Kopple is an award-winning director and producer and here at BIFF she will be in conversation with Mary Mott after the Special 50th Anniversary screening of the Academy Award Winning Documentary ‘Harlan County USA' at 2:15 p.m. today.Barbara Kopple is director of ‘Harlan County USA,' and other world-class docs: ‘American Dream,' ‘Bearing Witness,' ‘Wild Man Blues,' ‘A Conversation with Gregory Peck,' ‘My Generation,' ‘Running from Crazy,' ‘Miss Sharon Jones,' ‘Dixie Chicks: Shut Up and Sing,' and ‘Desert One.'
With Rayelle Davis. If the United States is in a state of decline, then at the thin end of the wedge sits Appalachia, one of the country's most deprived regions, mythologized by outsiders and misunderstood the world over. Embedded as a therapist within this community, Rayelle Davis frames the addiction, suicide, and “diseases of despair” that plague the region as a consequence of cultural trauma, exploitation, and systemic neglect. In this month's episode, we talk with Rayelle about her new book, Money in the Mountains: The Cultural Trauma of Appalachia. We discuss how Appalachia functions as an internal colony, where everything of value is extracted by a distant elite. We also look at the opioid crisis, the relationship between whiteness and the ‘hillbilly', the psychological abuse of the American Dream, and how deeply ingrained cultural values of hard work and self-reliance perpetuate harm and prevent healing. Money in the Mountains is 40% off for podcast listeners through plutobooks.com. Just use the coupon PODCAST at the checkout.
Malaka Gharib’s 2019 biographical graphic memoir I Was Their American Dream is a coming of age story of an Egyptian Filipino American immigrant as she navigates important milestones of her life, all while learning more about her own identity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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We kick things off by accidentally introducing the wrong show, arguing about Bonnie Tyler lyrics, and discovering that turning away from the camera reveals a wall-to-wall penny situation nobody knew was there. From there, things get real fast. Spencer is having kind of a rough go of it: missing his ex, stuck on video game programming, smoking too much weed to feel high anymore, but finds unexpected joy in the philosophical similarities between Minecraft and coding. The conversation meanders through THAC0 (the famously cursed old Dungeons & Dragons combat mechanic), the surprisingly cherry-forward nature of Mr. Pibb, Kevin's deeply controversial love of RC Cola, and a Diablo 4-branded Fanta that Spencer considers one of the great sodas of our time. We also wade into the current state of society: the FBI finding reports "credible" while nobody does anything about it, data centers making people on Threads suspicious for reasons that make no sense, the Goonbug mobile game phenomenon and the observation that the American Dream has quietly pivoted from "be a doctor" to "get hit by a truck for a settlement." Spencer also delivers a passionate sermon about labor vs. ideas, and the whole thing wraps up with an AI-generated email reply, a fantastic Hulk Hogan impression, and Spencer encouraging listeners to run him over with their cars as a form of support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nevada is putting real capital behind founders, manufacturers, builders, and companies ready to scale.In this episode of American Dream Factory, Nick Smoot sits down with Kyle Ferguson, head of Nevada's Battle Born Growth Escalator venture program, to unpack how Nevada is deploying nearly $40 million into high-potential companies through venture capital, debt programs, and state-backed financing tools.Kyle is a sixth-generation Nevadan with a background in hedge funds, private equity, fund operations, and entrepreneurship. Early in his career, he helped evaluate and allocate capital into some of the most successful hedge funds in the world, including Renaissance, D.E. Shaw, and Paul Tudor Jones. That experience shaped how he now thinks about risk, discipline, patience, and backing great operators.Battle Born is not a grant program. It is investment capital for companies that want to grow in Nevada, hire in Nevada, build in Nevada, or relocate meaningful operations to the state.Through the SSBCI program, Nevada was allocated up to $112 million from the U.S. Treasury, released in tranches as the state hits deployment milestones. After deploying roughly $40 million over its first 10 to 11 years, Battle Born is now moving faster, with another nearly $40 million expected to go into the market over a much shorter window.Kyle breaks down the three major ways Battle Born can support companies:Venture capital: equity investments typically ranging from $250,000 to $2 million, with an average check around $750,000.Collateral support: state support for up to 80 percent of collateral on qualifying bank loans.Loan participation: Battle Born can participate alongside Nevada banks to lower the blended cost of capital for companies seeking debt.Nick and Kyle also discuss why Nevada is becoming one of the most compelling states in America for founders. The state has favorable tax policy, room for manufacturing, major industrial momentum, a growing AI and data center economy, and a strong builder culture rooted in mining, logistics, energy, construction, and hard work.The conversation covers major opportunity areas including advanced manufacturing, energy, batteries, robotics, drone systems, defense technology, industrial AI, aerospace, precision manufacturing, and companies looking to leave higher-cost states.This episode also introduces the partnership between Battle Born and Build Cities through the Build Nevada network. Founders can now explore challenge areas, submit projects, connect with other builders, and use UDAYOS, Build's AI engine, to discover capital, collaborators, workforce resources, and state-aligned opportunities.The message is simple: if you are building a serious company and Nevada could be part of your future, do not sit on the sidelines. Get into the Build Nevada network, submit your project, ask questions, and start the conversation.Nevada is not just talking about the American Dream. It is writing checks to help build it.Start here: Go to BuildCities.com, search Build Nevada, and explore the Battle Born challenge opportunities.For questions, introductions, or help figuring out where your company fits, email nick@buildcities.com .
"Death of a Salesman" tells the story of Willy Loman, a traveling salesman chasing the American Dream but never quite able to reach it. Now, the classic is back on Broadway in a new production that underscores the play's enduring relevance. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown sat down with actors Nathan Lane and Laurie Metcalf for our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
Harvard economist Raj Chetty has spent his career studying the geography of opportunity. That is, which communities in America give kids the best shot to get out of, and stay out of, poverty.
As Donald Trump attempts to navigate rising tensions with Iran while continuing to emphasize security concerns after past assassination threats, Americans are facing a deepening sense of economic instability at home. Inflation, debt, housing costs, and widening inequality are pushing many to question whether the system still works for ordinary people.At the same time, Israel is facing growing international scrutiny after recent controversies involving flotilla activists and inflammatory rhetoric caught on camera from political figures, fueling a wider debate about morality, power, and accountability in modern geopolitics.But beneath all of these headlines lies a deeper question:Why are more Americans beginning to lose faith in capitalism itself?For generations, the American Dream promised that hard work would lead to stability, ownership, and opportunity. Now, younger generations increasingly feel locked out of that promise — leading to growing interest in socialism, labor movements, wealth redistribution, and alternative economic systems.This video explores:Trump's political balancing act on Iran and national securityAmerica's worsening economic anxietyThe global backlash surrounding Israel's imageWhy capitalism is being questioned like never beforeWhether the American Dream can survive the modern economyThis isn't just about politics.It's about the future of the Western world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week Ryan tells all about the Pensacola Airport, the call her mommy American Dream and finally why sports teams blowing it up is easier in theory than practice. Subscribe!E-Mail:RyanWoodspod@gmail.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1Nu1XWTHMOjA9--Eb3Ry-ATwitter: https://twitter.com/Ryan_WoodssInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryanwoodss/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IntoTheWoodspod/
0:00 - It's win or go home tonight. How will the Avs respond? Will they rise to the challenge?17:16 - Vic shared some heartfelt memories of the late great Ezio Lombardi. He truly lived the American Dream. Rest in peace a North Denver legend.After that, do we think Nathan MacKinnon will be able to rally and play tonight? Even if he plays in a very limited capacity, can a hobbled MacKinnon be a difference-maker?33:27 - Oh, by the way...do you care about combined No-Hitters at all? Oh, by the way...Bryce Harper posted a video of himself brushing his teeth, and his method for applying toothpaste is truly insane. Oh, by the way...a dog in Scottsbluff, Nebraska accidentally shot someone with a shotgun. Yeah, you read that right.
Guest Dr. Jeremy Levin, author "Biotech in the Balance", joins to disuss the distrust in the biotech industry. Breakdown of the difference between research in biotech, and politics of big pharma. What have we learned in the biotech industry about the human body? Discussion of vaccines, natural immunity, and is there really "junk" DNA in our body? Memorial Weekend recap. As a society, are we living up to the standards of the idea of America that so many died to protect? Discussion of the spread of socialism in culture, Mamdani calling to remove private property ownership, and more.
Investing in Real Estate with Clayton Morris | Investing for Beginners
The American Dream is a hundred-year-old ideal, a phrase used to describe upward mobility and the promise of success through hard work. And for decades, the idea of the American Dream has often gone hand-in-hand with homeownership. Is that still the case today? That's the question we're going to explore on this episode of Investing in Real Estate. We're going to talk about the state of the economy and the latest statistics on financial security across the United States. You'll learn about why real estate can help you achieve financial freedom, why the American Dream is being redefined, and much more!
Watch every episode ad-free & uncensored on Patreon: https://patreon.com/dannyjones Jack Murphy is an author, journalist, & co-host of @TheTeamHousePodcast. Jack is also an Army Special Operations veteran who served as a sniper and team leader in 3rd Ranger Battalion and as a senior weapons sergeant on a military free fall team in 5th Special Forces Group. SPONSORS https://incogni.com/danny - Use code DANNY for 60% off an annual plan. https://mengotomars.com - Use code DANNY for 50% off FOR LIFE, free shipping & 3 free gifts. https://takeultra.com - Use code DANNY for 15% off. https://whiterabbitenergy.com/?ref=DJP - Use code DJP for 20% off EPISODE LINKS @TheTeamHousePodcast https://substack.com/@thehighside FOLLOW DANNY JONES https://www.instagram.com/dannyjones https://twitter.com/jonesdanny OUTLINE 00:00 - Getting his story killed by CIA 07:02 - Epstein files latest 14:49 - Jack reveals his sources 15:54 - Havana Syndrome patient zero 23:32 - DOD acquires microwave weapon 25:21 - The behavior adjustment device 28:33 - Espionage has moved to the gig economy 33:27 - Cuba's intelligence service is really good 38:09 - Russian microwave weapons 44:25 - Long-term health effects of Havana Syndrome 48:30 - The CIA's "Ghost Murmur" tech 53:49 - DARPA's insane new war technology 01:01:19 - Underwater recon in the Strait of Hormuz 01:04:08 - Iran's highly enriched uranium 01:07:39 - Iran rescue mission 01:09:46 - CIA "Nocs" in Iran 01:19:27 - How to spot an intelligence agent 01:24:37 - Likelihood of military draft happening again 01:25:50 - The argument for bringing back the draft 01:29:31 - The American Dream is dead 01:37:22 - Special Ops Mothership at Diego Garcia 01:39:47 - Where the government hides secret tech 01:42:34 - Theft of agricultural drones 01:51:27 - Thomas Massie & the Israel agenda 01:58:55 - The Most Dangerous Man 02:00:39 - Sarajevo sport hunting 02:08:11 - The only reason Epstein went to prison 02:15:12 - Evidence Epstein is alive 02:21:46 - The JFK files stolen by the CIA 02:29:26 - China is playing the long game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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FOX & Friends Weekend co-host Rachel Campos-Duffy joins Brian Kilmeade to discuss her brand new book, All American Patriotism: Celebrating 250 Years of America's Greatness. Rachel opens up about her recent visit to the Oval Office to hand-deliver the book to Donald Trump, explains why she dedicated it to him, and issues a stark warning alongside Brian on how excessive government regulation threatens to destroy the American dream for future generations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Garrett Greco and Producer David Lysyy sit down for a candid deep-dive conversation about real estate, risk, immigration, entrepreneurship, Tampa history, building wealth, and the future of the American Dream. Across 30 rapid-fire questions, Garrett opens up about the deals he walked away from, the family legacy that shaped him, and what he's learned in over a decade of investing in Tampa Bay.00:00 — Introduction01:55 — Q1: What mistake did you make early in your real estate career?03:40 — Q2: What's the deal you're glad you walked away from, and the one you wish you'd done?07:17 — Q3: What do real estate gurus tell young investors that's wrong?08:28 — Q4: What was your first real introduction to real estate as a career?09:36 — Q5: What was the first property or building you ever purchased?14:07 — Q6: What was the first commercial project, and how was it different from residential?15:42 — Q7: Whats you view on partnerships in business?20:47 — Q8: If someone has $25K saved today, what's the smartest move?23:23 — Q9: What about with $50K or $100K?24:19 — Q10: How do you think about debt — when is leverage a tool vs. a trap?26:06 — Q11: Beyond bankers, who else should aspiring developers build relationships with?29:21 — Q12: How has growing up with a mayor grandfather and judge father shaped your view of public service?30:51 — Q13: What's a story from your great-grandmother that shapes your view of Ybor City?41:28 — Q14: After 100+ interviews, what's the most shocking realization or story you've heard?45:31 — Q15: What does good development look like, and what is bad development?47:59 — Q16: When did the Tampa Bay Developer Instagram outgrow being just a marketing tool?51:35 — Q17: How has the podcast changed your life?53:23 — Q18: What's a conversation on the show that changed the way you think?55:36 — Q19: Fast forward 50 years, who is Garrett Greco and what have you accomplished?57:15 — Q20: What's the best piece of advice you've ever heard?01:01:47 — DECO STUDIOS
Lauren Corugedo grew up watching Chef Merito operate like a hidden gem in Los Angeles kitchens long before the rest of the country caught on. Founded in 1985 by her Cuban immigrant grandfather, Chef Merito started with a single carne asada seasoning and built a loyal following through word of mouth, neighborhood markets, and authentic flavor that didn't compromise to fit trends. Now, nearly 40 years later, the brand has expanded far beyond Southern California — landing in Costco, Amazon, major retailers, and even Dodger Stadium — while still staying rooted in the same recipes and cultural identity that built it in the first place. In this episode, Lauren shares what it's like stepping into a second-generation family business, modernizing a legacy brand for a new generation of consumers, and balancing growth without losing authenticity. Make sure to check them out at: https://chefmerito.com Check out my new book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4kRKGTX Watch our mini-doc - Starting Small: The Raw Truth Behind Entrepreneurship and the American Dream: https://youtu.be/eHuq93wIxs0?si=eDB-ycngvWNapRLO Visit Starting Small Media: https://startingsmallmedia.org/ Subscribe to exclusive Starting Small emails: https://startingsmallmedia.org/newsletter-signup Follow Starting Small: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startingsmallpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Startingsmallpod/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/cameronnagle
Shaun exposes the foreign entities and behind some of the largest podcasters spewing lies. PLUS, Daniel Greenfield, CEO of David Horowitz Freedom Center, talks to Shaun Qatar constantly moving money behind the scenes to sellouts. GH Merritt, co-founder and Chairman of New Illinois, tells Shaun about New Illinois' Split State Movement as more than half the counties in Illinois are done with being part of Illinois. Learn more about the movement this Saturday, May 23, at the Barrington Area Library! And Andy Ross, founder and CEO of American Rebel - the leading manufacturer of gun safes and concealed carry apparel, tells Shaun about his American Dream and talks about the cancer of Communism taking over Democrat areas as they attack the second amendment from all angles - including bow hunting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hey, soccer fans! Feed the Fire welcomes Clint Mathis to the show! He talks about his career in Major League Soccer, his time with the US Men's National Team, and how the game has changed during and since his playing days. Tune in as Nick and Clint relive some of his best moments but also explore how Clint made the transition to a career after soccer. Clint also gives us his take on the latest soccer docuseries "Soccer's American Dream" now out on VICE TV . "One of the true personalities in American professional soccer, Clint Mathis took full advantage of the 2002 World Cup as a player and a public figure. Capitalizing on several years of hard work in Major League Soccer, he became one of the faces of the Summer of 2002 when the United States advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Cup. Clint was originally drafted by the LA Galaxy, but rose to prominence as a member of the MetroStars. There he established himself as a reliable goal scorer and showed the flair that would garner him national attention. An ACL injury limited his output in 2001, but he recovered in time to make the US World Cup squad. Mathis scored against Korea in the group stage of that World Cup. At the end of the 2002 MLS season, he had opportunities in Germany's Bundesliga, eventually joining Hannover 96 in 2004. Mathis won his last cap with the United States in 2005, the same year he returned to Major League Soccer with Real Salt Lake. He spent time with several MLS clubs before a successful stint at Greek club Ergotelis. He returned to MLS and RSL in 2008, finishing his career in 2010 as a member of the LA Galaxy. Clint worked as an assistant coach with the Chicago Fire in 2014 and 2015." - from https://ussoccerplayers.com/player/mathis-clint Tune in and join the conversation! Make sure you like & subscribe, rate & review, and keep growing the show. Follow the Fire on SportSpyder. Connect on social media: Twitter - Facebook - Instagram - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit smokeempodcast.substack.comNancy and Sarah talk to journalist Mary Lisa Gavenas, whose new biography of cosmetics queen Mary Kay, Selling Opportunity, also traces the profound role that direct sales had in selling the American dream. It took a while for women to enter the salesforce, but once they did, oooh, watch out. Mary Kay, in particular, had a genius for sales, which she turned into an empire that exists to this day. Although the company largely sells skin care, Mary Kay also sold inspiration, a better life, transformation. As a pop-historical figure, she's part self-help guru, part social media influencer, part girlboss — but entirely a self-made woman.We talk about the resilience of 20th-century women who cared less about having the correct politics and more about feeding their family, the line between opportunity and exploitation, and (of course) those pink Cadillacs.Also discussed:* “I like women. Nancy is undecided.”* The power of a good sob story* Yankee peddlers!* Mary Kay seminars: Where tent revival meets Las Vegas floorshow* Billy Graham put himself through divinity school as a Fuller Brush salesman* Want to come over and see my new dust mop?* Mary Kay had six husbands* The Night of the Mary Kay Commandos* The founder of Tupperware was actually someone named “Tupper”* Also, Mr. Tupper thought he was the Leonardo DaVinci of his time* Pink bathtubs as aspirational* Did your grandmother work?* Is Mary Kay a Ponzi scheme?* The power of a “thank you” notePlus, Sarah learns the definition of “pin money,” Nancy creams over a new tinted moisturizer, Mary Lisa's dream of Aix-en-Provence includes hunting dogs, and much more.Gee, that paid subscription looks good on you ..
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco joins the podcast for a powerful conversation about the current state of California, rising crime, the housing crisis, taxes, immigration, government spending, and why so many businesses and families are leaving the state.Sheriff Bianco explains why he decided to run for Governor of California and shares his thoughts on law enforcement, Sacramento policies, homelessness spending, cost of living, and the future of the American Dream in California.The episode also dives into:* Crime & prison reform* California taxes* Housing affordability* Illegal immigration* Businesses leaving California* Government waste & corruption* Oil, gas & energy policies* Cost of living crisis* Newsom & Sacramento politicsDon't forget to Like & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel so you never miss an episode! Follow us on all Social Media: YouTube: www.youtube.com/@WiseNutsInstagram: instagram.com/wisenuts_podcastWisenuts Merchandise: https://wisenutspodcast.com/General Sponsors:Megeredchian Law
Millennials and Gen Z are not broke because of laziness but a broken system. Here is what is actually going on and what you can do about it.
The Good GameFormer Google CEO Eric Schmidt booed by graduates at mention of AI And yet: College students are booing commencement speakers celebrating AI, but the wave of hate hasn't stopped them from using it to cheat on their examsElon Musk loses court battle against Sam Altman and OpenAI after 3-week trialA federal jury in Oakland, California, on Monday said Elon Musk waited too long to sue OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman over claims they allegedly violated an agreement to run their artificial intelligence venture strictly as a charitable nonprofit.The advisory jury's verdict, which came after less than two hours of deliberations, was immediately adopted by District Court Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers.In a post on his social network X, Musk called the decision a “calendar technicality … There is no question to anyone following the case in detail that Altman & Brockman did in fact enrich themselves by stealing a charity. The only question is WHEN they did it!”And yet: Jury Throws Out Musk's OpenAI Lawsuit in Under Two Hours, Clearing Path for Sam Altman's IPOPope Leo launches an AI commission days before he releases a papal letter alongside Anthropic cofounder Christopher OlahThe Vatican is treating AI as a core moral issue, not a side topic.Pope Leo is moving fast: a new AI commission lands just before his first major AI-focused encyclical.The message is clearly human-centered: dignity, justice, labor, and protection of people come first.Bringing in Anthropic cofounder Christopher Olah signals the Church wants direct dialogue with top AI builders, not just criticism from the sidelines.This looks like an attempt to shape AI norms early, before the technology's social impact hardens into policy and cultureThe AI economy is rewriting the American Dream — and blue-collar workers are poised to winThe rapid spread of AI across corporate America is creating a crisis for young adults with college degrees who are finding a slowdown in hiring for entry-level positions in AI-exposed industries.And yet: Don't hold your breath for the great AI job reshuffle, says Goldman Sachs—there's little evidence of ‘too many coders and not enough plumbers'And yet: Despite degrees being slammed as ‘useless' by Gen Z, data shows graduates have had the lowest unemployment rate of anyone for the last 20 yearsDSE, IFC host 'women on boards' session to strengthen female corporate leadershipDhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) PLC and International Finance Corporation (IFC) jointly organized an on-boarding session titled "Women on Boards (WOB)" aimed at enhancing women's participation in corporate leadership and decision-making processes.Starbucks Korea sacks CEO over controversial 'Tank Day' promotionStarbucks Korea thought it would be a brilliant idea to promote their new "Tank" line of coffee tumblers by declaring a special marketing event called "Tank Day." The catastrophic oversight? They launched it on May 18—the highly sensitive national anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Democratic Uprising. For South Koreans, the word "tank" on this specific day immediately evokes the horrific memory of the military dictatorship deploying actual armored tanks to brutally crush and massacre pro-democracy protestersThe promotion featured the tagline: "put it on the table with a sound of 'Tak!'" (or "thwack on the desk"). In South Korea, "Tak!" is chillingly famous. In 1987, when the military regime tried to cover up the torture-induced death of student activist Park Jong-chul, police absurdly claimed the student just suddenly collapsed and died because an investigator struck a desk, making a "tak" soundSon Jung-hyun (Sohn Jeong-hyun), the CEO of Starbucks Korea, was summarily fired within hours of the campaign going livethe retail conglomerate that operates Starbucks Korea (Shinsegae Group) also fired the unnamed executive who planned and oversaw the campaign, while launching disciplinary proceedings against every other employee who let this pass the review stage.Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin was reportedly "furious" and ordered the immediate sacking of the CEO to "make an example."South Korean President Lee Jae Myung them as "low-class peddlers" engaging in "inhumane, bottom-feeding behavior" that mocked a blood-stained struggle for basic human rightsStarbucks US headquarters reportedly apologized as well, saying it deeply regretted the “unacceptable” marketing incidentBYD surges, Toyota falters as oil crisis boosts EVs in Australia AND Gas prices are rising. So is public transit ridershipAnd yet: EPA Claims ‘Overwhelming Rejection' of EVs as It Moves to Loosen Air Pollution RulesSPEED ROUNDFree gas from Cracker Barrel this summer: Here's how you can get it Sports Illustrated Just Deleted Every Article by One of Its Writers After Accusation of AI PlagiarismMayor Zohran Mamdani says first of NYC's five government-run grocery stores will open in the Bronx next yearAI CEOs Baffled by Hatred of Their Technology Southwest Airlines is banning humanoid and animal-like robots from its flights after a robot flies to DallasSwarm of Empty Waymos Descends on Unsuspecting Suburb, Circle Cul-de-Sacs for Hours on End Like Strange GhostsBeing a Crappy Boss to AI Chatbots Pushes Them Toward Spouting Marxist Rhetoric and Organizing With Their Compatriots, Researchers Find Elon Musk Says If We Don't Do Something About Corruption And Waste, 'The Ship Of America Is Going To Sink' —And We're All Going Down With ItHantavirus Ship Has Docked in Rotterdam As Its Passengers Face a 42-Day Quarantine Amid Nonexistence Cure
ARCHIVE EPISODE: This is an archive episode with hosts Joe Giordano and Elena Volkova originally released in 2020.
"If you smeeeeeeeeeeeeell what the HBTG boys are cookin'?!"Ohhh yeeeeah that's right brothers and sisters, Alfredo, Nathan, and Producer Bill are BACK with another cage match of an episode of History by the Glass beyond inspired by the former Portland professional wrestling legend who once owned the Wilshire Tavern (4052 NE 42nd Ave.) in the immigrant blue collar turned moneyed NE Portland Beaumont-Wilshire neighborhood. The anachronistic cash only, beer and wine only, crock pot food and snacks only Wilshire Tavern is a portal to the 1930s still inexplicably living and breathing in this beautiful, Portlandia chic part of town and we could not be more thrilled. And did we mention it was owned in the '60s and '70s by wrestling legend Kurt Von Poppenheim (nee Jake Pappenheim), he of over 1,100 professional bouts from the Portland Armory to Madison Square Garden? And did we live our American Dream by over-indulging in all things wrestling in this episode? You bet your sweet ass we did. So climb up to the top turnbuckle with us, spread your arms wide, and Superfly Splash into another tall frosty mug of HBTG!Bar visit and episode recording: Saturday, May 16, 2026 HBTG theme song: "Frozen Egg" by Lame Drivers Interlude music: "Right Track" by Lame Drivers
On this week's show, the 2026 NFL Schedule was released! Aaron Rodgers is returning to Pittsburgh! And the IFL Cup began this past weekend at the American Dream! Follow us on: Facebook: facebook.com/TWOFKalamazoo X (Formally known as Twitter): twitter.com/@TWOFKalamazoo Instagram: Instagram.com/TWOFKalamazoo Threads: threads.com/twofkalamazoo YouTube: The World of Football Kalamazoo or www.youtube.com/@theworldoffootball E-Mail us: info@theworldoffootball.com Official Website: www.theworldoffootball.com Our Royal Retros link - - https://www.royalretros.com/?aff=80 #NFL #CFL #ARENAFOOTBALL #INDOORFOOTBALL #FOOTBALL #PODCAST #CIF #COLLEGEFOOTBALL #collegefootball
This is the crazy story of some very typical, ornery high school baseball players in the '80's that found crazy success playing ball. And we had a teammate, Curt Whitaker that could sing and play guitar and we never knew it. When he decided, "why not?," he started KC's best cover band. The www.m80skc.com have played with Chicago, Train and others at Starlight and almost everyone that played at Knuckleheads as the totally fun 80's band. They dress the part and it's always a fun night out. Curt was a very talented pitcher that played in college and independent pro ball until his shoulder gave out. He worked, like the rest of us, and one day in his thirties he had an idea. This is a great convo about why the hell not pursue your American Dream.
Investing in Real Estate with Clayton Morris | Investing for Beginners
If you or anyone you know has tried to buy a house lately, you know what the housing market is like right now. For many Americans, the whole idea of the American Dream feels like it's slipping further and further out of reach. This is a crisis that is hurting a large demographic, but it doesn't seem like there are any real solutions that can make a dent. Now President Donald Trump says he has the master plan, a strategy that he claims will rescue the American Dream once and for all. But is it genius, or would it backfire and create an even bigger mess? On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, we're taking a look at what this plan would actually mean for the US housing market.
Today On The Eric Metaxas Show, Eric talks with former USC President C. L. Max Nikias about his new book American Trojan, his journey from a refugee childhood in Cyprus to the presidency of the University of Southern California, and what his story reveals about the American Dream. They also discuss the collapse of academic standards, the rise of identity politics in higher education, the loss of the Western classics, the future of universities in the age of AI, and what it would take to renew American education. Subscribe for clips from The Eric Metaxas Show to hear politics and culture from a Christian perspective.⭐ PRE-ORDER TODAY:Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Sarah Hetemi, Americans for Prosperity's New Mexico State Director, to share her remarkable journey—from growing up in Norway to becoming a leader in American public policy. Sarah reflects on her parents' pursuit of opportunity, her decision to immigrate to the United States at just 18, and the “one small step” that led her into politics—joining a college group in Alaska that sparked a passion for civic engagement. Now leading efforts in New Mexico, Sarah discusses the challenges facing the state, including high taxes, struggling education outcomes, and untapped economic potential. She shares her vision for restoring opportunity, empowering communities, and ensuring that government reflects the needs of its people. This episode is a powerful reminder that the American Dream is still alive—and that anyone, from anywhere, can take a step to help shape the future of their community and country.
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Tim Golding, Americans for Prosperity's Michigan State Director, to discuss his journey from small business owner to policy leader—and the moment that pushed him to get involved. After decades running a construction and remodeling business with his brother, Tim saw firsthand how government regulations were driving up costs and limiting opportunity. That frustration, combined with the impact of COVID-era policies, led him to take his “one small step” into public policy—organizing, advocating, and eventually running for office. Now, Tim is working to tackle one of Michigan's biggest challenges: housing affordability. With the state facing a major housing shortage, he explains how restrictive zoning laws and excessive regulations are pricing families out of the market—and what reforms are needed to restore the American Dream of homeownership. This episode highlights how real-world experience can shape better policy—and how one decision to get involved can lead to meaningful change for communities and future generations.
Former congressman Jason Altmire has spent years in Washington—and even more time outside it—making the case that America's biggest opportunity isn't behind a desk, but behind a welding mask, a set of tools, or the wheel of a big machine. Now leading Career Education Colleges and Universities, he's on a mission to close the skills gap and reconnect hard work with real opportunity. In this episode, Mike and Jason dig into why millions of good jobs go unfilled, why the stigma around skilled labor refuses to die, and what it'll take to convince a new generation that "college for all" might not be the answer. Along the way, they unpack the ideas behind Jason's book, Trade Up: Why the Future Belongs to Skilled Trades and How Career Education is Transforming the Workforce—and make a compelling case that the fastest way to achieve the American Dream might be to pursue a skilled trade. Tip o' the hat to our excellent sponsors PureTalk.com/Rowe Get UNLIMITED hi-speed data for just $34.99 per month! SkillsUSA.org/mike Join the skilled trade movement! GoodRanchers.com Use code MIKE to get $25 off your first order & FREE meat for life. mikeroweWORKS.org/scholarship to apply for a work ethic scholarship.