100 episodes
Main Street Matters Main Street Matters
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4.2 • 6 Ratings
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Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.
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Fixing America's Civic Education Crisis with Jeff Sikkenga
Jeff Sikkenga, author of 'A Republic If We Can Teach It: Fixing America's Civic Education Crisis,' discusses the lack of civic knowledge among Americans, particularly young people.
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The Importance of Parental Engagement in Education with Nicole Neily
Nicole Neily, President and Founder of Parents Defending Education, joins Elaine and Jordan to discuss the challenges parents face in advocating for their children's education.
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The Impact of the Homelessness Crisis on Small Businesses with Steve Trussell
Steve Trussell, executive director of the Arizona Rock Products Association and the Arizona Mining Association, joins Elaine and Jordan to discuss the homelessness crisis in Arizona and its impact on small businesses.
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Investment Opportunities for Small Businesses with David Tawil
David Tawil discusses the current state of the economy, including inflation, the labor market, and consumer spending. He also talks about the impact of government intervention and the challenges faced by small businesses.
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The TikTok Ban and the Future of Diverse Voices with Kristin Jackson
Kristin Jackson, co-founder of the FreeSpoke app, joins Elaine and Jordan to discuss the importance of providing unbiased news and information in today's society.
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The Impact of Obamacare on Patients and Small Business Owners
Dr. Robert Campbell, an anesthesiologist, joins Elaine and Jordan to discuss healthcare policy and the issue of drug pricing. They explore the complexities of the prescription drug supply chain and the role of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in determining drug prices.
Customer Reviews
good stuff! but...
i really want to connect with many if your guests & it would be easier if your show notes were more informative. it is a podcast feature you're barely using. i always go to the show notes looking for your guests links. it would be nice