Podcasts about Small Business Administration

Kim Beechner joins the Restaurant Unstoppable Network for a live Q+A on March 30th, 2026 at 11AM EST.  To join us and engage with all our guests and events, go to restaurantunstoppable.com/live -OR- to just catch today's guest, head over to restaurantunstoppable.com/cwe and we will get you a link to join that specific event for FREE! Kim Beechner is the CEO and founder of Embark Marketing, a boutique digital agency specializing in the food and beverage and hospitality industries. Drawing on more than a decade in marketing and many years in the restaurant and bar world, she helps restaurants, bars, and food and beverage brands tell their stories, attract loyal guests, and grow revenue through strategy, social media, PR, and content. Since launching Embark Marketing in 2010, Kim and her team have partnered with concepts across Texas and the U.S., earning recognition from organizations such as PRSA, the American Marketing Association, Yelp's Advertising Partner Awards, and the U.S. Small Business Administration. She holds both undergraduate and master's degrees from the University of the Incarnate Word, with a focus on international business, marketing, and communications, which informs her consumer-first, storytelling-driven approach to brand building. Join RULibrary: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/RULibrary Join RULive: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/live Set Up your RUEvolve 1:1: www.restaurantunstoppable.com/evolve Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/restaurantunstoppable Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://www.restaurantunstoppable.com/ Today's sponsors: - Restaurant Technologies — the leader in automated cooking oil management. Their Total Oil Management solution is an end-to-end closed loop automated system that delivers, monitors, filters, collects, and recycles your cooking oil eliminating one of the dirtiest jobs in the kitchen.. Automate your oil and elevate your kitchen by visiting rti-inc.com or call 888-779-5314 to get started! - Restaurant Systems Pro - Lower your prime cost by $1,000, and get paid $1,000 with the Restaurant Systems Pro 30-Day Prime Cost Challenge. If you successfully improve your prime cost by $1,000 or more compared to the same 30-day period last year, Restaurant Systems Pro will pay you $1,000. It's a "reverse guarantee."  Let's make 2026 the year your restaurant thrives. - US Foods®. Running a restaurant takes MORE than great food—it takes reliable deliveries, quality products, and smart tools. US Foods® helps you make it. Ready to level up? Visit: usfoods.com/expectmore. - Guest contact info:  Website: https://www.embark-marketing.com/ Thanks for listening! Rate the podcast, subscribe, and share! 

Send a textIn a world of constant political upheaval, economic shocks, supply chain chaos, and unexpected disruptions, 91% of small businesses face a major hit every single quarter (Small Business Administration data). It's not if you'll get punched, it's when. The real question: Will you just survive, or will you seize the massive opportunities that open up in the chaos?Welcome to this eye-opening episode of the Preparedness Labs show with Dr. Jeff Donaldson, army veteran, disaster & emergency management professor, and founder/CEO of Preparedness Labs Incorporated.Discover the game-changing power of a Fractional Chief Risk Officer (FRCO), expert-level risk, resilience, and business continuity guidance at a fraction of the cost of a full-time CRO or high-priced consultant. Designed specifically for small and medium businesses (especially those under $1M in revenue, representing 95% of U.S. companies), this approach wraps your operation in a protective "blanket of insulation" against threats you can't control, while positioning you to leap ahead when competitors falter.Dr. D breaks down:-Why certainty is an illusion in today's volatile world-The overlapping worlds of business continuity, enterprise risk management, supply chain resilience, crisis management & moreYour 3 real choices during disruption: Hold fast, retreat to safe harbor, or confidently expand market shareHow Preparedness Labs makes elite risk strategies affordable and actionable for everyday entrepreneursWhether you're running a family-owned shop, a six-figure startup, or a five-figure side hustle, learn how to mitigate downside risks, amplify upside opportunities, and navigate uncertainty like a pro, without draining your budget.Ready to stop reacting and start leading through chaos? Watch now and take the first step toward unbreakable business resilience. Subscribe for weekly insights on risk, preparedness, and thriving in uncertain times. https://preparednesslabs.caDISCLOSURE Information shared here is for educational purposes only.  Individuals and business owners should evaluate their own business strategies, and identify any potential risks.  The information shared here is not a guarantee of success. Your results may vary.Copyright © 2026.Support the showhttps://preparednesslabs.ca/

Tried as he might on his African safari vacation, your editor in chief could not ignore the news from back home. He saw a lot of lions, giraffes, zebras, rhinos, hippos, elephants, cheetahs, and leopards, witnessed real-life drama when a cheetah tried and failed to kill a baby wildebeest, and spent countless hours with a guide to point out all the amazing birds in the Serengeti. But all he could focus on was the Kevin Warsh nomination, the FDIC's new willingness to approve Industrial Loan Company charter applications, and the OCC's approval of stablecoin-related trust bank charters. If that was not enough to occupy his attention, he could not stop thinking about how the Small Business Administration's new Small Business Investment Company could be good news for bank treasury.Subscribe to The Bank Treasury Newsletter and Podcast at thebanktreasurynewsletter.com for professional Insights and commentary on bank treasury issues, investment portfolio strategy, and more. Listen on Apple Podcasts,Spotify, and Amazon. Follow us on LinkedIn.

The Morning Xtra with Tug and Los delivers conservative talk on the biggest political, cultural, and news stories of the day. Smart analysis, unapologetic opinions, and real conversations every weekday morning. Every weekday from 6a to 10a! The 8 o'clock hour is brought to you by Central Heating & Air, your Atlanta Carrier Experts. 770-GET-HEAT, Centralheat.com First thing to know: Georgia Governors’ Race Headlines Kelly Loeffler, who serves 28th administrator of the Small Business Administration under President Trump joins the show Sports More on the Georgia Governors’ Race Atlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kelly Loeffler, who serves 28th administrator of the Small Business Administration under President Trump joins the showAtlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, February 19, 20264:20 pm: Economist Steve Moore, co-founder of Unleash Prosperity, joins the show for his weekly visit to discuss politics and the nation's economy, and today they'll discuss Trump's tariffs, the future of electric vehicles, America's beef shortage, and the possibility of the NFL's Bears leaving Chicago.4:38 pm: Michael O'Neill, President of Legal Affairs at the Landmark Legal Foundation, joins the show to discuss the possible impacts of several upcoming decisions by the Supreme Court of the United States, including the question of birthright citizenship.6:05 pm: Trent Staggs, Regional Advocate for the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Advocacy and former Mayor of Riverton City, joins the show to discuss the Trump Administration's work to lower regulatory costs for small businesses.6:38 pm: John Sailer, Director of Higher Education Policy at the Manhattan Institute, joins the program to discuss a new issue brief modeling legislation that could restore a balance between faculty autonomy and accountability at public universities.

Wednesday we had our monthly visit with the U.S. Small Business Administration, NH District. Our guests today were Sally Wilkins of Wilkins Lumber Company in Milford and Andrea O'Brien, Director at the Sustainability Program with the New Hampshire Small Business Development Center. At well over two centuries of operation and nine generations of family ownership, Wilkins Lumber is the oldest business in the state of New Hampshire. Sally and her husband are involved in the everyday operations of the only remaining sawmill in Hillsboro County along with eight employees and two seasonal workers. Andrea was the driving force behind the addition of solar energy at Wilkins Lumber.

In this special President's Day pop-up episode, the GovNavigators break down a fast-moving week in federal management and policy. They unpack the latest partial shutdown and what it really means for DHS employees, travelers, and the long-term outlook for TSA, along with the state of negotiations between the White House and Congress.The conversation turns to the Congressional Budget Office's new long-term deficit projection, the Small Business Administration's termination of more than 150 8(a) contracts and what it signals for the federal contracting community, and a notable Washington Post release of a searchable database of federal AI use cases, and what it says about the government's progress (and remaining challenges) in making data usable.Enjoy the long weekend, folks!Show Notes:Robert, there are a total of four presidents with alliterative names, they are: Woodrow Wilson (28th President)Calvin Coolidge (30th President)Herbert Hoover (31st President)Ronald Reagan (40th President) 

The latest episode of the Business Brief podcast takes a look at changes to Small Business Administration loans that create restrictions for green card holders. Then, the show examines how fluctuations in international trade policies are affecting Missouri's soybean industry.

In this episode of the Shift AI Podcast, Casey Mulligan—former Chief Economist of the White House Council of Economic Advisers and current Chief Counsel for Advocacy at the U.S. Small Business Administration—joins Boaz Ashkenazy for a timely conversation on how AI is reshaping small businesses, regulation, and the broader labor market.Casey shares his path from University of Chicago professor to serving in two presidential administrations, where he introduced automated reasoning tools into economic policy work well before the rise of large language models. He explains how his office now uses AI to review thousands of federal regulations and ensure small business voices are represented in Washington.The discussion explores accelerating AI adoption among small firms, the recent surge in new business formation, and why smaller companies may benefit more from AI than large incumbents. Casey also addresses concerns about job displacement, drawing lessons from past waves of automation and outlining why he believes the long-term impact will be increased productivity and opportunity.The episode closes with a forward-looking perspective on education, entrepreneurship, and why the “human touch” will remain a critical advantage in the future of work.Chapters[00:00] From University of Chicago to the White House[03:05] Advocating for Small Businesses in Washington[07:29] AI and the Labor Market: Lessons from Economic History[12:14] The Startup Surge and Small Business Formation[13:48] Using AI Inside the Federal Government[17:20] Vibe Coding, APIs, and Custom Productivity Tools[18:07] Automated Reasoning and Microsoft's Z3[21:23] AI in Education and Learning[24:31] Two Words for the Future of Work: Human TouchConnect with Casey Bryant MulliganLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/casey-bryant-mulligan/Connect with Boaz AshkenazyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boazashkenazy/Email: info@shiftai.fm

The Small Business Administration had a busy past few weeks in the news and for their communications department. An article reported on the agency's reported record growth in 2025, including nearly $100 billion through the 7(a) and 504 loan programs. U.S. manufacturing gained millions in support from the Working Capital Pilot program. A bill in the U.S. Senate aims at providing free AI training and guidance nationwide, and the agency is implementing a program to provide a workaround for permit delays during federal disaster declarations. Listen to the podcast. Additional Resources Meet Paychex: https://bit.ly/3VtM6bs Funding sources: https://bit.ly/funding-for-businesses DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Kevin covered the following stories: the U.S. Commerce Department released the Holiday Retail Sales Report; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT Research) reported preliminary net data  for December Trailer Orders; the Small Business Administration issued policy guidelines for green-card-holder applicants; Congress and President Trump approved funding for truck parking in the fiscal 2026 budget; oil reacts to geopolitical events and anticipated inventory levels; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covered the following stories: the U.S. Commerce Department released the Holiday Retail Sales Report; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT Research) reported preliminary net data  for December Trailer Orders; the Small Business Administration issued policy guidelines for green-card-holder applicants; Congress and President Trump approved funding for truck parking in the fiscal 2026 budget; oil reacts to geopolitical events and anticipated inventory levels; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

In this newscast: The Juneau Assembly approved more than $2 million worth of city funding to support four proposed affordable housing projects last night; As breweries in Alaska adjust to a legal ruling that allows them to have unlimited live shows, a different sort of industry is also celebrating: musicians; Tribal leaders from across the country spoke out today at a U.S. Senate hearing against possible changes within the Small Business Administration that supports Native entities; Sen. Lisa Murkowski returned from a three-day trip to Greenland Monday. She was the sole Republican among four senators who took the trip to try and repair the relationship with the Danish territory after President Trump's repeated threats to acquire the island 

Kevin covered the following stories: the U.S. Commerce Department released the Holiday Retail Sales Report; Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT Research) reported preliminary net data  for December Trailer Orders; the Small Business Administration issued policy guidelines for green-card-holder applicants; Congress and President Trump approved funding for truck parking in the fiscal 2026 budget; oil reacts to geopolitical events and anticipated inventory levels; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Midday Report with host Terry Haines:The Alaska Department of Transportation is giving away sections of a World War II era bridge near Delta Junction. Tribal leaders from across the country spoke out at a U.S. Senate hearing against possible changes within the Small Business Administration program that supports Native entities. The Gerstle River Bridge near Delta Junction is seen on July 26, 2023. (Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities)

Adam Locklin, Director of the Vermont District - U.S. Small Business Administration, joins Anthony & Dan to talk about everything the SBA does.

Joyce talks about the Small Business Administration suspending the accounts of over 100,000 borrowers in California who are suspected of committing fraud. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Before he left office, President Joe Biden came to Arizona and formally apologized for the federal government's role in running boarding schools designed to forcibly assimilate Indigenous children. As KJZZ's Gabriel Pietrorazio reports, Biden's words still carry meaning as one group continues fulfilling a promise from his administration. “Children would arrive [at] school, clothes taken off – their hair that they were told was sacred was chopped off. Their names [were] literally erased, replaced by a number or an English name.” At least 526 facilities were built nationwide and resulted in more than 3,000 deaths. “The pain it has caused will always be a significant mark of shame, a blot on American history.” An enduring pain Deb Haaland, Biden's Interior secretary and the daughter of a boarding school survivor, began trying to heal. “For decades, this terrible chapter was hidden from our history books, but now our administration's work will ensure that no one will ever forget.” More than a year later, healing continues within the Gila River Indian Community. “It feels like just yesterday that we were doing our opening, and we were standing up here and telling you how we were going to make this week be a safe space for you.” That's Lacey Kinnart (Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians) with the nonprofit National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition. Their group came to Gila River as part of a national tour collecting boarding school testimonials. They aim to document 400 survivors by the end of the tour. Each video recording will be accessible through the Library of Congress. “One of my favorite things about this work that we do is being able to see healing happening right in front of our eyes.” Charlee Brissette is an oral history program co-director and from the same tribe as Kinnart. “We don't say that we're the healers, but we offer space for healing to happen. By the end of the week too, a lot of our relatives that have shared their story with us come back, because they're like family now.” Like boarding school survivor Ramona Klein, who is from the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa in North Dakota and sits on the nonprofit's board. “I know what it was like for me, so I'm hoping it was kind of like that for them, because there's a relief.” Their intimate project involves a lot of aftercare, with the nonprofit remaining mindful of mental health. “Each survivor will be contacted by the person who interviewed them in the next week or so, and then we continue to follow up for the next year. In addition to that, we offer a healing circle that's virtual. We want to be very cognizant that we don't open up wounds and hurt people.” The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition will stop in Denver, Colo. February 23-27, 2026, to continue its Oral History Project. (Courtesy Rep. Sharice Davids / Facebook) U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids (Ho-Chunk/D-KS) reintroduced this week the Native American Entrepreneurial Opportunity Act to strengthen the Small Business Administration's Office of Native American Affairs, and expand support for Native entrepreneurs. Speaking on the House floor, Rep. Davids said Native entrepreneurs face unnecessary barriers to accessing the tools and resources they need to grow, create jobs, and compete. She says the bill strengthens programs so they can better meet those needs. To introduce the legislation, Davids was joined by U.S. Reps Eli Crane (R-AZ), Jake Ellzey (R-TX), and Kelly Morrison (D-MN). Get National Native News delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up for our daily newsletter today. Download our NV1 Android or iOs App for breaking news alerts. Check out the latest episode of Native America Calling Friday, February 6, 2026 — New art exhibitions offer creative interpretations of Native survival and endurance

The Small Business Administration will no longer allow green card holders to apply for SBA loans. The new policy was announced on Monday and takes effect next month. This program doesn't lend money directly to businesses; it provides loan guarantees to lenders, and the loans are usually cheaper than traditional borrowing. We learn more. Then, for older people, financial strain may be a warning sign of dementia — before doctors or families start noticing symptoms.

The Small Business Administration will no longer allow green card holders to apply for SBA loans. The new policy was announced on Monday and takes effect next month. This program doesn't lend money directly to businesses; it provides loan guarantees to lenders, and the loans are usually cheaper than traditional borrowing. We learn more. Then, for older people, financial strain may be a warning sign of dementia — before doctors or families start noticing symptoms.

You're listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for February 3, 2026. 0:30 Federal Judge Anne Rice blocks deportations—and now her political donations are raising serious questions. We into the growing backlash after it was revealed that a Biden-appointed judge who halted the Trump administration’s effort to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitian immigrants donated tens of thousands of dollars to Democratic candidates and causes before taking the bench. The hosts argue this isn’t just about immigration policy, but about judicial activism, nationwide injunctions, and courts stepping far beyond their constitutional role. Is allowing a temporary program to expire really “racist,” or is this another example of lawfare undermining the separation of powers? From conflicts of interest to a brewing constitutional crisis, this conversation pulls no punches on activist judges, immigration enforcement, and the rule of law. 9:30 Plus, we cover the Top 3 Things You Need to Know. The House of Representatives passed a funding bill designed to end the current partial government shutdown.Democrats in the Senate had refused to pass the standard funding bills that passed the House last month, and are instead demanding Republicans pull funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Former President Bill Clinton and former Sec. of State Hillary Clinton have both finally agreed to testify before Congress.A committee is investigating the Jeffry Epstein files, and both Mr. and Mrs. Clinton have shown up in the records. Former First Lady Jill Biden's ex husband has been charged with the murder of his wife.William Stevenson and Jill Biden were married from 1970 until 1975, when she met Joe Biden and they began dating. 12:30 Get TrimROX from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 13:00 The Department of Justice is closing in on corruption in Georgia—and the pattern is hard to ignore. We break down multiple federal investigations into Democratic state lawmakers accused of stealing COVID unemployment benefits while they were fully employed and collecting taxpayer-funded salaries. According to prosecutors, three Georgia Democrat legislators allegedly pocketed tens of thousands of dollars meant for families who were truly out of work during pandemic lockdowns. This wasn’t a paperwork mistake but a clear abuse of emergency relief funds, exposing a broader, nationwide problem of Democrat-led fraud during COVID. From hypocrisy over lockdown policies to the DOJ finally stepping in, this conversation takes a hard look at accountability, government corruption, and who really benefited from pandemic relief programs. 16:00 American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson weigh in on one of the most talked-about political documentaries of the year: Melania. They react to the surprise box office success of the film, which follows the 20 days leading up to Donald Trump’s second inauguration and Melania Trump’s return as First Lady. With more than $7 million in ticket sales, the documentary shattered expectations—and sparked curiosity. From Melania’s privacy, intelligence, and faith to her fashion choices and life behind the scenes, the conversation explores why she remains one of the most mysterious and misunderstood First Ladies in modern history. The Mamas compare her to past First Ladies, push back on media narratives, and explain why this film feels like a moment of redemption after years of controversy. Love her or hate her, this is a cultural moment—and a documentary—that has people talking. If you'd like to ask our American Mamas a question, go to our website, AmericanGroundRadio.com/mamas and click on the Ask the Mamas button. 23:00 A shocking line is crossed when a sitting member of Congress suggests Americans could be “justified” in shooting masked federal agents—and the fallout sparks a much deeper conversation. We react to explosive comments from Rep. Jerry Nadler targeting ICE agents, accusing them of “fascism” and igniting concerns about political rhetoric, law enforcement safety, and the rule of law. But the discussion doesn’t stop there. The controversy opens the door to a fascinating interview with author Jack Bialik, whose book Lost in Time explores how entire civilizations have lost—and later rediscovered—critical knowledge. From ancient cataract surgery to forgotten technologies and the fragility of digital data, the conversation connects today’s political chaos to a broader warning: when societies lose institutional memory, they lose stability. 32:00 Get Prodovite Plus from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 32:30 We break down President Trump’s latest move on Small Business Administration loans. After fraud scandals involving foreign nationals, the Trump administration now requires SBA loans to go only to businesses that are 100% owned by U.S. citizens or nationals. The logic is simple: taxpayers shouldn’t bankroll people who haven’t sworn allegiance to the country. Government-backed loans without accountability corrupt the system and punish honest entrepreneurs. 36:00 Apartment rents are quietly falling—and that’s no accident. We break down new CNBC data showing national median rents dropping to their lowest level in four years, a rare bright spot amid the affordability crisis. We dive into why rents are falling now, from increased housing supply and lighter regulation in red states to market forces finally speaking louder than politics. Also, thanks President Trump’s immigration enforcement, higher vacancy rates in states like Florida and Texas are forcing landlords to lower prices. With construction booming in Republican-led states and confidence returning to the economy, this is a case study in how border enforcement, deregulation, and market-driven housing policy can put downward pressure on rent—and put American renters first. 39:30 Pop star Billie Eilish’s “no one is illegal on stolen land” comment sparks instant backlash—and major irony. We break down how the Tongva tribe publicly responded by pointing out that Eilish’s $3 million mansion sits on their ancestral land. What starts as a celebrity soundbite quickly turns into a deeper debate over “stolen land,” property rights, and the logical contradictions behind activist talking points. 41:30 And we wrap up today's show with an incredible voyage that will make you say, "Whoa!" In an inspiring reminder of grit and personal growth, we spotlight Taryn Smith, who set out to row across the Atlantic Ocean—despite never having been in a rowboat before making the decision. Just 46 days after leaving the coast of Africa, Smith arrived in Antigua, becoming the first American woman to row solo across the Atlantic. Articles House passes funding package to end partial government shutdown Police Tear Down Anti-ICE Road Blockade After Masked Men Assault Reporter Jill Biden’s Ex-Husband Charged With Murdering Wife Apartment rents just dropped to the lowest level in 4 years Experts: Nationwide Rent Declines as Border Enforcement Reduces Migration Immigration Enforcement Makes America More Affordable Follow us: americangroundradio.com Facebook: facebook.com / AmericanGroundRadio Instagram: instagram.com/americangroundradioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pags rips through a packed rapid-fire news hour, starting with detransitioner Chloe Cole reacting to a $2M malpractice ruling she says can't undo the damage done to young people. Pags applauds an America-first move as the Small Business Administration limits its main lending program to U.S. citizens. Tensions rise overseas after the U.S. military downs an Iranian drone near the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea, with sharp comments from Karoline Leavitt. Then a legal controversy ignites as a gas station refuses service to ICE agents—prompting Pags to ask what the law actually allows. Finally, investigative author Peter Schweizer joins Pags to break down how progressive networks have weaponized immigration—and why—laying out the strategy in a way you won't hear anywhere else. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

En este episodio en vivo, el abogado Jonathan Shaw analiza cómo está cambiando la estrategia de ICE en Minnesota, qué significa que la SBA (Small Business Administration) limite préstamos a no ciudadanos, y cómo algunos estados —como Nueva York— buscan supervisar acciones de agentes federales. También hablamos del impacto emocional en abogados del Departamento de Justicia que defienden al gobierno en corte, y cerramos con una actualización importante sobre TPS para Haití y lo que podría venir para otros países. En este episodio hablamos de… Minnesota: retiro de cientos de agentes federales y enfoque en arrestos desde cárceles.SBA: nuevas restricciones para préstamos a emprendedores que no sean ciudadanos.Nueva York: iniciativa para supervisar/monitorear acciones de agentes federales de inmigración.Salud mental: presión y desgaste de abogados del gobierno al litigar casos ligados a ICE.TPS Haití: orden judicial que pospone indefinidamente la eliminación del estatus.Cortes de inmigración: aumento de mociones “pre-termit” y el riesgo de órdenes antes de la audiencia final.Recomendación clave: ahorrar para apelación (EOIR-26) y prepararse con estrategia legal.Segmento de preguntas: deportación expedita, I-751, viajes con documentos, cerrar asilo, grillete y más. Capitulos00:01 – Bienvenida, tono del show y propósito: informar sin alarmar02:24 – Minnesota: contexto personal del abogado y panorama local04:49 – Noticia: retiro de ~700 agentes federales de Minnesota; cambio de táctica de ICE07:16 – SBA: qué es y por qué afecta a inmigrantes emprendedores09:42 – Debate: emprendimiento inmigrante y ejemplo de empresarios (H1B)12:07 – Nueva York: fiscal general lanza proyecto para supervisar agentes federales14:25 – Salud mental: presión en abogados del DOJ que defienden acciones de ICE16:52 – TPS Haití: juez frena la eliminación; implicaciones para otros TPS19:13 – Alerta en corte: “pre-termit” y acuerdos de “tercer país” (Ecuador/Honduras)21:40 – Estrategias y apelaciones: prepararse y ahorrar para EOIR-26 ($1,030)26:24 – Q&A: órdenes rápidas/expeditas y documentos; costos por persona vs. familia33:09 – Q&A: evidencia en I-130 (acta de nacimiento) y matrimonio legítimo35:29 – Q&A: cómo cancelar/cerrar un asilo y salida voluntaria43:01 – Q&A: cómo revisar fecha de corte y opciones para agendar cita con el despacho47:54 – Q&A: I-751, extensión automática, viajes y documentos venezolanos52:42 – Q&A: caso “cerrado administrativamente” vs. “desestimado” y riesgos55:04 – Q&A: grillete (alternativa a detención), visa, y riesgo en primera corte57:06 – Q&A final: hija cumple 18, ESTA y riesgo de castigo por presencia ilegal Contenido informativo general; no sustituye asesoría legal individual.

The episode centers on practical approaches for Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and IT leaders assessing artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, with David Espindola detailing the crucial distinction between “maker,” “shaper,” and “taker” strategies. David Espindola emphasizes that organizations must intentionally decide their role in AI development and use—whether building proprietary systems, shaping solutions atop existing models, or simply consuming pre-built capabilities. This decision, he notes, is foundational for aligning risk tolerance, investment, and technical capacity with business goals, especially given the rapid pace and inherent uncertainty in AI's evolution.Supporting this framework, David Espindola references insights from a Small Business Administration project, which found that most small businesses are struggling to define applicable use cases for AI and tend toward risk-avoidant stances despite external pressures to adopt the technology. He stresses that AI implementation should not be a solution in search of a problem; rather, an organization's readiness, risk, investment capability, and specific industry context must determine its approach. Key recommendations include conducting readiness assessments, appointing internal AI champions, and starting with small, low-risk pilot projects to build internal understanding and governance processes before scaling.The discussion broadens to ethical and governance considerations, with both David Espindola and the host cautioning that responsible AI adoption is a business necessity rather than a compliance checkbox. They advocate for formal employee training, the establishment of clear usage policies, and strict controls over tool access to mitigate risks such as data leakage, hallucinated outputs, and misaligned communications. The emphasis is on building practical safeguards rather than pursuing AI for its own sake, reflecting a pragmatic, risk-managed approach tailored to each organization's context.For MSPs and IT service providers, the practical takeaways are clear: pursuing AI adoption requires a methodical, risk-aware strategy focused on business relevance, operational governance, and targeted experimentation. The harms of rushed deployments, poor change management, or lack of internal education are underscored, with the implication that long-term value and reduced exposure are found in deliberate, well-governed adoption efforts. Readiness assessments, pilot programs, and robust policy frameworks emerge as the primary enablers of sustainable outcomes in this rapidly evolving landscape.

Kerry Lutz and Bruce de Torres call out California's $20+ minimum wage for crushing small businesses, accelerating closures, and wiping out jobs — while large corporations adapt and smaller operators are left with no escape route. Bruce explains why the minimum wage fight is only a symptom of decades of failed policy and education, and how those pressures have steadily marginalized independent businesses across the country. The conversation then shifts to federal procurement, where Bruce exposes how the Small Business Administration consistently falls short of its 23% contracting goal, allowing large firms to capture work meant to create jobs through small businesses. Find Bruce here: https://asbl.com and here: https://www.dontcheatwomen.com Find Kerry here :https://khlfsn.substack.com and here: https://inflation.cafe    Kerry's New Book "The Armstrong Economic Code: The 5 Truths Investors Must Never Forget" is out now on Amazon!  Get your copy here:   https://a.co/d/bvYbZOz  "The World According to Martin Armstrong – Conversations with the Master Forecaster" is a #1 Best Seller on Amazon. . Get your copy here: https://amzn.to/4kuC5p5  

Sara Vanhala shares tips on how the SBA 504 loan program works and how these loans can elevate a small or medium sized business.

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says he is taking a “sledgehammer” to a federal program that many tribes and tribal businesses rely on. He is referring to the Small Business Administration's 8(a) Business Development Program that extends contract priorities to disadvantaged business owners. Hegseth uses words like “fraud” and “scheme” to describe what he says is an outdated diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiative. His is part of an overall scrutiny of the program by the federal government. Hundreds of Native small businesses have accessed the program over the past 60 years, and some Alaska Native corporations have multi-million dollar contracts. GUESTS Jon Panamaroff (Native Village of Afognak), co-chair of the Native American Contractors Association and CEO of Command Holdings Kevin Allis (Forest County Potawatomi), founder and president of Thunderbird Strategic and former CEO of the National Congress of American Indians Nick Grube, investigative reporter at Honolulu Civil Beat Break 1 Music: Shawnee Stomp Dance (song) Little Axe Singers (artist) Traditional Voices: Historic Recordings of Traditional Native American Music (album) Break 2 Music: Mahaha: Tickling Demon (song) PIQSIQ (artist) Legends (album)

Host Ruben Navarrette has an interesting and wide-ranging conversation with Mark Madrid, an Austin TX-based  author, consultant and expert on business excellence, entrepreneurship, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence. The two talk about the challenges and opportunities facing Latino-owned small businesses, what entrepreneurship means to Latinos, and what U.S. companies do right or wrong in term of attracting Latino customers.  They also discuss the media, and the ways in which the coverage of Latinos in the United States seems to be inaccurate or incomplete. 

From one location in Wilmington, North Carolina, Live Oak Bank is the nation's largest Small Business Administration lender and a leading partner in developing technology for community banks. With an uncertain economic and business environment, two top executives from Live Oak Bank joined the ABA Banking Journal Podcast to discuss: How Live Oak delivers personalized banking services to a nationwide footprint. Where small business owners are looking to grow and build in the coming months. The need for liquidity in small business acquisitions and succession planning. The role of technology, including AI, in helping to improve the ability of banks to serve small business clients. How SBA loans fit into the Live Oak business model. Tips for community banks looking to deepen their SBA-guaranteed lending, including outsourcing back-office functions to ensure compliance with guarantee requirements.

Business mentoring plays a pivotal role in the long-term growth and sustainability of organizations, as noted by Forbes and the U.S. Small Business Administration. Let's examine the research: Survival Rate: 70% of mentored small businesses remain operational for five years or longer, nearly double the survival rate of those without mentorship. Profitability & Growth: Businesses with mentors report increased profitability, with revenue growth rates that are 83% higher compared to companies lacking mentorship. High Demand: 89% of small business owners who did not have access to a mentor express a desire for mentorship. Jerry Brazie is an accomplished entrepreneur who has built, acquired, and sold more than a dozen companies generating over $450 million in revenue during the past three decades. His remarkable journey—from experiencing severe poverty and personal adversity as one of nine children, to overcoming violence and hardship—has fostered a resilient mindset that drives his ongoing success. Today, he manages both eight- and seven-figure enterprises and has recently launched The Kronos Group: a peer network designed for serious business operators seeking candid discussions and genuine accountability. For more information, visit: https://thekronosgroup.org/   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kelly Loeffler, 28th Administrator of the Small Business Administration, makes her debut on the morning show with Sid live in-studio to discuss all the work she's doing in support of the Trump administration, helping the President tout his budding economy while he speaks out in Davos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Just how much taxpayer money has gone down the drain to scammers? At the Biden-era Small Business Administration, it could be more than $200 billion. New administrator Kelly Loeffler talks about the battle to uncover that fraud and revive genuine American small business. Plus, as protests surge across Iran, Mahyar Tousi explores the question of how many have been killed, how unified the protesters are, and what the prospects are for another quagmire if America gets involved. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just how much taxpayer money has gone down the drain to scammers? At the Biden-era Small Business Administration, it could be more than $200 billion. New administrator Kelly Loeffler talks about the battle to uncover that fraud and revive genuine American small business. Plus, as protests surge across Iran, Mahyar Tousi explores the question of how many have been killed, how unified the protesters are, and what the prospects are for another quagmire if America gets involved. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Humble Beginnings in a Feed Store Sarah Cohen never imagined she'd spend her life making potato chips in rural Virginia. Growing up in Washington, DC, where she worked in her family's restaurant and hotel business from age 12, she learned work ethic early. However, manufacturing knowledge? That came later—much later. In her twenties, Sarah launched Route 11 Potato Chips in an old feed store in Middletown, Virginia. The setup was as bare-bones as it gets. "We had wooden floors," she recalls, still sounding slightly incredulous. "I know it sounds like the 1800s." The operation ran on 1960s equipment, and workers literally carried potatoes through the office to reach the peeler. Most remarkably, they stirred batches of chips with a garden rake. "I thought we must be the absolute most inefficient chip factory in the world," Sarah admits. Nevertheless, something magical happened. The local community grew curious, came to watch, tried the chips, and became advocates. That grassroots support hasn't stopped since day one. The Power of Transparency From the beginning, Route 11 did something unusual for its time: they installed viewing windows. Initially, this decision stemmed from necessity rather than marketing genius. Without a packaging machine during the first year or two, the company hand-packed chips and relied on customers coming directly to buy them. The window gave visitors something to do besides standing awkwardly in a "weird little wooden building." Before long, tour buses arrived. People came out of sheer curiosity to watch food being made—a rarity in manufacturing. When Route 11 moved to Mount Jackson in 2008, the town made "fry viewing" a stipulation of the deal. Sarah and her business partner Mike embraced this transparency wholeheartedly. "We're very shameless about just showing it as it is," Sarah explains. "This is the real deal. This is how something is made." Today, this openness feels prescient. Craft breweries and artisan food makers routinely showcase their processes, but Route 11 pioneered this approach decades ago. The Partnership That Changed Everything Running a chip factory with breaking-down equipment from the 1960s proved exhausting. Sarah attended food shows unable to sell with confidence because she couldn't guarantee production without breakdowns. Then came a serendipitous encounter in a Winchester bar. Mike, who had been "fixing lawnmowers in his diapers," loved the product but saw room for improvement. An Army veteran with an engineering mindset, he brought manufacturing vision and intensity to complement Sarah's creative approach. "We are very different types of people," she notes. "He's very engineer brain, sees the world in very black and white terms, whereas I'm much more muddled." Mike's obsession with preventive maintenance transformed the operation. Eighteen years later, visitors consistently comment that the equipment looks brand new. "That's because we take care of it," Sarah says simply. "We baby it and pamper it." This philosophy stands in stark contrast to many manufacturers who adopt a "run it until it breaks" mentality. As the conversation reveals, preventive maintenance literally saves money, especially in today's world of long lead times for parts. Route 11 maintains stockpiles of commonly needed components because they can't assume availability when equipment fails. Keeping It Simple: The Ingredient Philosophy Route 11's chips contain a remarkably short ingredient list. This minimalism serves multiple purposes. First, it lets potato chips taste like potatoes—a revolutionary concept in an industry often dominated by artificial flavors and additives. Second, it reduces exposure to recalls. As Sarah explains, "The more ingredients a product has, the more exposure you have to a recall. If one ingredient gets recalled, then you've gotta pull all that product." The company operates as a gluten-free certified facility with only one allergen: dairy, found in trace amounts in their dill pickle chips. They've developed careful protocols for running dairy-containing flavors at the end of the day, followed by thorough cleaning. Interestingly, Route 11 pioneered the dill pickle chip flavor—now ubiquitous in the snack aisle. Sarah, who enjoyed mixing pickle juice with her potato chips and grilled cheese sandwiches, decided to formalize the combination. The flavor garnered press coverage, morning show appearances, and a mention in Oprah's Magazine. "It's the closest thing we've actually formulated," Sarah says. "It's our version of a Doritos." The Costco Courtship Route 11's relationship with Costco began unexpectedly. The buying team discovered their dill pickle chips at a Leesburg deli and started calling. Sarah, having just moved to Mount Jackson, felt unprepared. "I was nervous about it," she admits. Costco persisted, eventually sending their buying team to the facility. They offered flexibility: "Just do what you're comfortable with. You tell us what you can do." This approach proved crucial for a small manufacturer wary of overextending. Today, Route 11 supplies Costco's northeast region—roughly 20 Virginia warehouses. They've learned that many small businesses mistakenly believe they must supply all Costco locations nationwide. Regional arrangements exist precisely for companies like Route 11. Supplying all 90 warehouses would require two to three truckloads weekly—essentially their entire production capacity. "We need a separate Costco production facility to be able to maintain this," Sarah jokes. Instead, they've found their sweet spot: getting chips into as many Virginia locations as possible while maintaining quality and reliability. Costco's rigorous annual audits have elevated Route 11's standards. "Their standards are higher than anybody's," Sarah notes. While the company would maintain high standards regardless, having customers with such exacting requirements pushes continuous improvement. The Flavor Balancing Act Route 11 currently offers eight flavors plus seasonal varieties, including the cult-favorite Yukon Golds. When Yukon Gold season arrives, the company experiences what they call "the Gold Rush"—digging, cooking, and shipping the chips as fast as possible before they sell out. However, Sarah learned a counterintuitive lesson about flavors: more doesn't equal better. "I was very delusional," she admits about her early vision. "I thought everybody's gonna love the chips so much, they would take one of each bag." Reality proved different. People have favorite flavors, and for all potato chip companies, most customers reach for the classic salted variety. Route 11's lightly salted chips represent 60% of sales. When slower-moving flavors like Chesapeake Crab occupy shelf space, they create holes where the lightly salted should be, hampering overall sales velocity. Consequently, Route 11 actually offers fewer flavors now than when they started. To introduce a new flavor, they must discontinue an existing one. This disciplined approach extends to their mission statement, which Sarah describes as "not very exciting": make a great product in a clean and safe environment. For a single-facility operation, one recall could prove catastrophic. Larger manufacturers can shift production to different locations; Route 11 has no such luxury. Crisis and Innovation: The Ukraine Connection The war in Ukraine delivered an unexpected blow to Route 11. Ukraine supplies 90% of the world's sunflower seeds, and when shipping stopped, the entire vegetable oil market seized up. "This is how we're gonna go out of business because we can't get any oil," Sarah remembers thinking. Their oil supplier found peanut oil—more expensive and carrying the stigma of being peanut oil—but something proved better than nothing. Route 11 had to apply different labels to every single bag, creating what Sarah describes as a "dizzying" OSHA hazard. Fortunately, the situation lasted only a couple months, and loyal customers understood. Yet this crisis sparked innovation. While desperately searching for sunflower oil, Sarah discovered a North Carolina farmer preparing to press his own oil. Soon, Route 11 will receive their first tractor-trailer load of oil from this farmer—just five hours away. For the first time, they'll purchase directly from a farm rather than through distributors. "I would not have necessarily found him had we not been turning over every single rock," Sarah reflects. This development aligns perfectly with Route 11's original vision of being regional, local, and sustainable. They already work with local potato growers in Dayton, Virginia, and certified organic sweet potato growers in Mattaponi, Virginia. Adding a sunflower oil supplier completes the circle. The Sweet Spot of Growth Route 11 now employs 53 people and operates on a four-day, 10-hour workweek. They cook during the day, with no Saturday or night shifts. This schedule reflects a deliberate choice about growth and quality of life. "We could add another shift if we wanted to," Sarah acknowledges. However, additional shifts mean accelerated equipment wear, increased maintenance costs, and the prospect of 2 a.m. phone calls about breakdowns. "That's the beauty of having your own business," she says. "You can make decisions like that. We know what we can manage." This philosophy recognizes a truth many businesses miss: there's a profitability sweet spot. Beyond a certain point, scaling up means doing more work for proportionally less profit. Route 11 has found their equilibrium—large enough to matter to suppliers, small enough to maintain quality and control. Instead of adding shifts, they've focused on optimization. Recent investments include a bigger water line for faster cleaning, an additional warehouse for better organization, and new oil tanks for receiving directly from farmers. These improvements help them "eek out more pallets of product" without fundamentally changing their operational model. Retail and Tourism: The Other Revenue Stream While wholesale accounts like Costco generate significant volume, Route 11's retail operation remains vital. The facility welcomes visitors who tour the production area, purchase chips, and browse merchandise including t-shirts and tins. The company ships nationwide, serving customers far beyond their regional grocery footprint. This retail presence serves as their primary marketing channel. People experience the product, see how it's made, and become evangelists. The model has proven so successful that Mount Jackson now hosts an annual Tater Fest—a potato-themed festival celebrating the town's most famous product. Lessons from the Trenches When asked what advice she'd give aspiring food manufacturers, Sarah's immediate response is characteristically honest: "Don't do it. Whatever you do." Then she elaborates more seriously. Small business ownership is all-consuming, like having children. Everything that can go wrong does go wrong. Success requires time, money, deep pockets, and support systems. Sarah deliberately avoided investors, unwilling to be "enslaved" to return-on-investment demands or have others dictating shortcuts for profit. Realism matters, but so does a touch of delusion. "If I had been realistic, I never would've done it," Sarah admits. Vision must balance with number-crunching. She credits the Small Business Development Center where Bill helped her develop a business plan and understand concepts like breakeven points. The timeline proves sobering: Route 11 took nearly seven years to break even. During that period, Sarah worked part-time at a pizzeria while her co-founder worked as a line cook at the Wayside Inn. They put every dollar back into the business, personally making no money. "You have to be in your twenties," Sarah jokes. The energy and resilience required make this a young person's game. When people call seeking mentorship while envisioning running their company from a beach in St. Barts, Sarah's response is blunt: "No, sorry. If you're already envisioning yourself running your company from the beach, you probably should not even start." Manufacturing demands on-site presence. It's like being a conductor, orchestrating multiple moving parts simultaneously. Customers calling with problems don't want to hear ocean waves in the background. Looking Ahead Route 11's future involves maintaining and growing thoughtfully. The pandemic forced a holding pattern, but Sarah feels ready to resume trade shows and active selling now that they've optimized production capacity. Challenges loom, particularly federal government layoffs affecting the DC market—a significant customer base for Route 11. Many restaurants are closing due to reduced lunch business, and Route 11 has been part of that ecosystem. Adaptation will be necessary. Yet Route 11's greatest strength remains reliability. "The most important thing about selling to somebody is that you're reliable," Sarah emphasizes. Potato chips move quickly, and if you can't deliver on time, customers find alternatives. Route 11's commitment to reliability has built trust that transcends market fluctuations. From wooden floors and garden rakes to Costco shelves and 53 employees, Route 11 Potato Chips embodies the American manufacturing dream—not the fantasy version where entrepreneurs run companies from tropical beaches, but the real version requiring grit, adaptability, community support, and an unwavering commitment to quality. As Cohen surveys her 20,000-square-foot facility, the journey from that cramped Middletown feed store seems both improbable and inevitable. "It's just a very interesting story," she says with characteristic understatement. For anyone who's ever tasted a Route 11 chip—crispy, perfectly salted, tasting unmistakably like actual potatoes—the story is more than interesting. It's inspiring.

The Small Business Administration is enlisting Palantir's help in its nationwide probe of suspected loan fraud, as yearslong fraud allegations in Minnesota draw national attention. According to federal spending records, the SBA signed a $300,000 contract with the data analytics and software giant last week. The contract's description read “SBA Fraud Prevention Pilot and Bootcamp,” and has a projected end date of April 4. The contract, signed through the General Services Administration's Multiple Award Schedule, was made public just days after SBA Secretary Kelly Loeffler announced that the agency had suspended 6,900 Minnesota borrowers for alleged fraud following its review of thousands of pandemic-era loans administered to the state. Loeffler said the borrowers were approved for 7,900 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster (EIDL) loans totaling about $400 million. When asked about the Palantir contract, SBA spokesperson Maggie Clemmons pointed to the agency's Minnesota probe, writing: “We're now expanding our investigations nationwide as part of a broader zero-tolerance policy on fraud.” Clemmons added: “The agency has multiple audits underway, from pandemic-era programs to federal contracting, and will work with law enforcement to hold fraudsters accountable and put the criminals who have cheated American taxpayers behind bars.” The Office of Personnel Management launched a new workforce data website last week, replacing an antiquated interface and aiming to bring more transparency to federal employment figures. OPM officially announced the new Federal Workforce Data site last Thursday, with data up to November for most categories. That site includes accessible statistics of interest — such as a reduction of 220,000 workers under President Donald Trump — as well as multiple interactive charts that users can filter by agency, timeframe, or other factors. In a written statement, OPM Director Scott Kupor called the website “a major step forward for accountability and data-driven decision-making across government.” While federal workforce data has long been made publicly available online, the old interface, FedScope, was cumbersome and offered data updates on a quarterly basis that lagged by months. In addition to a more modern interface, the new website adds datasets for payroll and recruitment, and promises updates on a faster monthly interval. Per a note on the website, FedScope will no longer be available as of Jan. 28. Despite controversy over the Trump administration's efforts to shrink the workforce, publication of the website was immediately well received by federal data users and advocates. In comments to FedScoop, several sources both applauded the new website and noted that interest in improving the publication of federal workforce data began before the current administration. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

Administrator Kelly Loeffler of the U.S. Small Business Administration joins the show to discuss the SBA's action on the Minnesota fraud scandal and what's ahead for small businesses in the new year. After years of red tape, regulation, and COVID-era damage, small business owners are looking for real relief. Loeffler explains how new policies, tax relief, and regulatory rollbacks are aimed at bringing small business back to life. The message is clear: small business is the backbone of this country, and it's poised to thrive again.

The Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Agriculture and the Small Business Administration discuss the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030, on January 8, 2026. Speakers: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya Dr. Ben Carson (former HHS Secretary) HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Brian Christine The event took place at HHS headquarters in Washington, D.C.

The Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Agriculture and the Small Business Administration discuss the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030, on January 8, 2026. Speakers: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya Dr. Ben Carson (former HHS Secretary) HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Brian Christine The event took place at HHS headquarters in Washington, D.C.

The Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Agriculture and the Small Business Administration discuss the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030, on January 8, 2026. Speakers: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya Dr. Ben Carson (former HHS Secretary) HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Brian Christine The event took place at HHS headquarters in Washington, D.C.

The Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Agriculture and the Small Business Administration discuss the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030, on January 8, 2026. Speakers: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya Dr. Ben Carson (former HHS Secretary) HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Brian Christine The event took place at HHS headquarters in Washington, D.C.

The Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Agriculture and the Small Business Administration discuss the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030, on January 8, 2026. Speakers: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya Dr. Ben Carson (former HHS Secretary) HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Brian Christine The event took place at HHS headquarters in Washington, D.C.

The Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Agriculture and the Small Business Administration discuss the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030, on January 8, 2026. Speakers: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya Dr. Ben Carson (former HHS Secretary) HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Brian Christine The event took place at HHS headquarters in Washington, D.C.

The Department of Health and Human Services, the Department of Agriculture and the Small Business Administration discuss the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030, on January 8, 2026. Speakers: HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya Dr. Ben Carson (former HHS Secretary) HHS Deputy Secretary Jim O'Neill Assistant Secretary for Health and Head of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps Brian Christine The event took place at HHS headquarters in Washington, D.C.

Tyler Teresa, southeastern regional administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration, visits In Focus with the outlook for entrepreneurs in 2026.

Steve sits down with Administrator Kelly Loeffler of the U.S. Small Business Administration to talk about the big stories already shaping the new year, from the dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro to how the President is delivering on promises that impact everyday Americans. They discuss new tax breaks and economic policies helping individuals and small businesses, the SBA's recent decisive action suspending nearly 7,000 Minnesota borrowers and halting federal funding amid a massive pandemic fraud probe, and her outlook for small business growth in 2026. It's a common sense conversation about accountability, opportunity, and the road ahead for Main Street and national security alike.

Following his "annexation" of Venezuela over the weekend, Donald Trump told reporter Michael Scherer of The Atlantic over the weekend that Greenland is likely going to be the next target. Trump specifically told Schere that "we need it" when discussing his long-held desire to annex the territory. Trump continues to push the narrative that Greenland is essential for national security and military purposes, but that ignores the fact that the US already has a military presence there and has for years. The Trump administration has announced that they are employing the "Trump Corollary" or "Donroe Doctrine" to the longstanding Monroe Doctrine from the 1800's. This unofficial policy is what Trump is using to go in and overthrow the governments of South and Latin American countries as he pleases, and is a continuation of the "Roosevelt Corollary" to the original Monroe Doctrine. The man is so desperate to cement his legacy that he's named the worst foreign policy move in decades after himself just so people remember him. MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell's campaign for governor in Minnesota is already off to a crazy start. He decided to kick things off late last week by going on Steve Bannon's podcast to talk about his platform, which consists of just putting all Democrats in jail and, of course, getting rid of all the voting machines that he can find. But it was the way that this lunatic delivered his platform that ended up making him come across as an escaped mental patient.Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has always been one of the biggest war hawks in Washington, and now that he knows that Donald Trump is willing to just bomb other countries and depose their leaders, he has a wishlist of countries that he'd like to see targeted next. The first one on his list is China, followed by Russia, North Korea, and Iran. The man would gladly start World War III just for the fun of it, and he's hoping that Trump will grant his perverted wish.While most of MAGA seems delighted that Donald Trump has overthrown a foreign government without provocation, there are still plenty in the movement that feel betrayed that he's started another conflict (and that he's bombed 8 separate countries in his first year in office.) They are also angry that he's ignoring Americans, in spite of his "America First" pledge throughout all of his campaigns. In other words, they are shocked to learn that everything this man has ever said to them was a lie.In a truly bizarre appearance on Fox News recently, Kelly Loeffler, the head of the Small Business Administration, proudly proclaimed that Donald Trump will NOT ever pardon a criminal. She said this in reference to the alleged child care scam that happened in Minnesota, but that statement doesn't even apply to that situation. Furthermore, her comment is completely detached from reality, as Trump has pardoned closer to 2,000 criminals in his first year in office.Text and and let us know your thoughts on today's stories!Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date on all of Farron's content: https://www.youtube.com/FarronBalancedFollow Farron on social media! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FarronBalanced Twitter: https://twitter.com/farronbalanced Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farronbalanced TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farronbalanced?lang=en

This season we are exploring all the different ways the David Eccles School of Business has impacted our alums, and today we are exploring the benefit of generational engagement with the Eccles School and the U, for businesses, communities, and families. We're back for more stories about the impact the David Eccles School of Business has on their lives and careers, and for this episode, host Frances Johnson is joined by Jeff Young, Executive Vice President at YESCO. In this episode, host Frances Johnson is joined by Jeff Young, Executive Vice President at YESCO, a custom electric sign company. Frances talks to Jeff about his multi-generational family business, its origins, and its evolution, including key projects like the 2002 Winter Olympics and the massive screen installation at the Las Vegas Sphere. Jeff discusses the deep-rooted connection between his family and the University of Utah, including a 100 year legacy of family alumni. He also emphasizes the impact of the David Eccles School of Business on their success. Jeff highlights the importance of continuous learning, leveraging networks, and investing in education for the company's growth. This episode underscores the reciprocal relationship between YESCO and the Eccles School, illustrating how education and community engagement drive long-term business success.Eccles Business Buzz is a production of the David Eccles School of Business and is produced by University.fm.Eccles Business Buzz is proud to be selected by FeedSpot as one of the Top 70 Business School podcasts on the web. Learn more at https://podcast.feedspot.com/us_business_school_podcasts. Episode Quotes:Why investing in the U is a growth strategy for business owners [25:34] If you go to the Small Business Administration statistics, we know that businesses just don't… You have a higher chance of failing than not. And with the headwind we have in our economy, in our world, you've got to pursue every possible avenue to create a successful trajectory. And that means hitting all channels. If you are not investing in yourselves and in your organizations and your people, you're going to fail, probably. And the university… I can't think of a more beautiful, well-situated campus, meaning the business school campus, a set of buildings, and a group of more capable people to help host events, and a more capable group of people who can help bring material and content to the training than the University of Utah. I mean, I'm practically looking at it out my window. I'm facing north. Having grown up in, basically, in the University of Utah neighborhood, I have a real deep feeling of love and appreciation for everything that you do and the value you bring. And so, we, as an organization, you just wonder where we'd be without the benefit of having this university so close and all the insights, thoughts, skills, aptitudes that have come because of that.How Jeff's ties to the U and the Eccles School help sustain a multi-generation family business[10:02] Frances Johnson: I'd love to hear from you how your connection to the U and to the Eccles School has helped sustain your family business into so many generations.[10:13] Jeff Young: That's really a great question. Without the knowledge of how family businesses operate within the state, we've been able to meet dozens and dozens of other family businesses that strangely are also centennial-long businesses, and it's amazing to know that our grandfathers knew each other. Our grandmothers knew each other. Our fathers and mothers knew each other. And in current generations, a lot of them have gone through the University of Utah. And so, it's great to have the familiarity and that point of reference. And so, the business building in particular, we know where to go. We know who the people are, and it just feels like home to us. And we look around the room and see everyone else in that conference, and we say, "Yeah, we started here. We're still here. And we continue to decide to be here for all the right reasons." So, that continuing education and connection is vital. On how Eccles School equipped Jeff for success[4:00] The challenges we're facing today are much different than they were when we went to school. But the aptitude to want to learn, to apply, and to continue to learn and apply remains true. As recently as this morning, I had my face in a book. I've just purchased it. I've got 90 people coming to a training next Tuesday. This training has to be fresh and to the point, and pertinent to what they're facing. It's a sales group, right? And you say, "Okay, here's some additional tools that you can apply in your life to make your lives better." And the idea that we're not fearful of learning more is we've got to continue the learning and the application of that learning. Every day, every week, every month. That spirit of that is as alive today as it was when I was walking in and out, it's a new building, walking in and out those buildings that are long since gone. It's as fresh today as it ever will be. There's no way that I could do any of that today as well as I am if it hadn't been for the education I received at the University of Utah. There's just no way.Show Links:Jeff Young | LinkedInJeff Young | Family Business Magazine ProfileYESCO.comDavid Eccles School of Business (@ubusiness) | InstagramUndergraduate Scholars ProgramsRising Business LeadersEccles Alumni Network (@ecclesalumni) | Instagram Eccles Experience Magazine

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