Best Marc Bailey Podcasts (2025)

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Back to Basics Series: Homo Economicus Must Die (with Samuel Bowles) 32:34

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What if the relentless drive to maximize personal gain isn't human nature, but just a flawed model we built? In this Back-to-Basics episode, behavioral economist Samuel Bowles helps us lay homo economicus—the myth of the perfectly rational, self-interested actor—six feet under. He shows how this caricature not only misrepresents human behavior, but…

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WESA’s Most Innovative Product Award Winner 25:59

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Today, we’re joined by Kelly Munro of Cascada, winner of the Most Innovative Product Award at the WESA Trade Show. Cascada is reshaping equine care through digital tools and education. Alongside Cascada, Kelly also showcased Lighthoof, a proven mud management solution. As a first-time exhibitor, she brings fresh insights on innovation and connectin…

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Retail Roundup: Loans for Small Business - Why, How and When 34:12

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Today we are going to learn about loans for small businesses. When should you, how should you and the pitfalls to look for. Joining us Buck Harris, he has spent a lifetime helping small businesses find the right loan. A very informative 30 minutes for anyone in a small business. Listen in... WESA Retail Roundup August 26, 2025: Host: Glenn the Geek…

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Back to Basics Series: Is the American Dream a Lie? (with Christian Cooper and Khiara Bridges) 42:47

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The promise of the American Dream—work hard, play by the rules, and you’ll get ahead—is unraveling before our eyes. In this Back-to-Basics episode, Christian H. Cooper and law professor Khiara Bridges join Nick and Goldy to posit whether economic mobility has ever truly existed, or if the system was rigged from the start. As wages stagnate, homeown…

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New Companies and Products at the August WESA 38:12

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August Show Special: Glenn and Jennifer bring you a variety of interviews from new companies they found at WESA in Dallas. Listen in.... Guests and Links Episode August Special 155: Guest Host: Glenn the Geek of Horses in the Morning and Retail Roundup Guest Host: Coach Jenn of Wisdom by WESA and Horse Tip Daily At 01:16 - Grace 'n Grit At 04:12 - …

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Back to Basics Series: How Monopolies Feed Plutocracy (with Matt Stoller) 31:58

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When a few giants dominate the economy, democracy is the first to go. In this back-to-basics episode, author and anti-monopoly expert Matt Stoller unpacks how concentrated corporate power doesn’t just warp markets—it tilts the political playing field toward plutocracy. Drawing from his book Goliath, Stoller shows how corporate giants from banks to …

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Back to Basics Series: Does the Market Really Pay You What You’re Worth? (with Marshall Steinbaum and Saru Jayaraman) 50:51

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We’ve all heard the story: In a fair market, workers are paid exactly what they’re worth. Economists even have a name for it—marginal productivity theory. It’s neat, simple…and completely wrong. In this Back-to-Basics episode, economist Marshall Steinbaum and labor leader Saru Jayaraman dismantle the myth that the market fairly rewards labor. Stein…

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Retail Roundup: How to Merchandise Your Store, Tips That Work 35:09

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Today we look at merchandising and it's importance in your store, no matter the size. Joining us today is Bob Phipps of The Retail Doctor. With over 30 years of experience beginning in the trenches of retail and extending to senior management positions, Phibbs has been a corporate officer, franchisor, and entrepreneur. He shares some actionable tip…

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Back to Basics Series: The Velocity of Money (with Ann Pettifor) 42:30

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If you’ve ever wondered why the economy feels stuck, even when it seems like there's a lot more money in the system, this episode will blow your mind. Political economist Ann Pettifor joins Nick and Goldy to explain why money isn't flowing like it used to, and why that matters. Over the last century, the velocity of money (how quickly a dollar circ…

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The Art and Business of Hats with J Marc Bailey and Cole Bailey 28:13

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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of hat shaping with Cole and J Marc Bailey of Gone Country. Discover how the team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern business savvy to keep this iconic western art alive and thriving. Whether you’re a retailer, artisan, or fan of western style, Marc’s stories, tips, and expertise offer a fres…

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Retail Roundup: In Store Sales and Getting to Most from Your WESA Booth 38:32

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In this episode, retail expert Nicole Leinbach Hoffmann shares how building a strong online presence drives real results on the sales floor. Also, how to get the most out of your booth at WESA in August. Listen in... WESA Retail Roundup July 28, 2025: Host: Glenn the Geek, Host of Horses in the Morning Facebook: Retail Roundup Facebook group Guest:…

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Back to Basics Series: Is Economics Moral? (with Heather McGhee) 35:57

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For decades, orthodox economics has treated morality as irrelevant—as if economic decisions happen in a vacuum, separate from our values and social bonds. But that approach has failed spectacularly, giving cover to policies that divide and exploit us. In this episode, Heather McGhee joins Nick and Paul to argue that morality must be central to how …

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Retail Roundup: Email Marketing for Retailers and Manufacturers 35:34

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This session dives deep into the crucial role of a well-crafted email strategy for retail businesses, exploring what truly works and what doesn't. Glenn will be joined by his long-time friend and business strategist, Jamie Samples of Yellow Barn Media, who will share insights on building email lists from scratch, acquiring emails effectively, and h…

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Back to Basics Series: Where does economic growth really come from? (with W. Brian Arthur and Cesar Hidalgo) 46:51

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Is economic growth just about money, trade, and GDP? Or is something deeper at play? In this episode, economist W. Brian Arthur and physicist Cesar Hidalgo join Nick and Goldy to reveal the real drivers of rising prosperity: human knowledge, know‑how, and innovation. They challenge the old assumptions of growth and argue that innovation isn't a byp…

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Retail Roundup: August WESA Forecast: Colors, Styles, and What Customers Will Crave 26:34

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Today, we’re diving into the trends, colors, and must-have styles for the upcoming season just in time for the August WESA Trade Show. Whether you’re stocking for fall, holiday, or early spring, this session with content creator Morgan Nicole is designed to help retailers stay ahead of customer demand, make smarter buying decisions, and show up to …

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How Kultured Rider Is Inspiring Confidence in the Show Ring and Beyond 23:35

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What do bold patterns, arena lights, and a mid-life “why not?” have in common? Yuki Khona. She ditched tech, found her love for rhinestones, and built Kultured Rider. Tune in to learn about the western show brand that’s as fierce as it is fabulous. Hosts: Jennifer Hebert, Morgan Nicole Zipperlen Contact: Sophia Jagella, WESA Marketing Specialist Gu…

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Back to Basics Series: Is Econ 101 a Lie? (with Eric Beinhocker and James Kwak) 39:29

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Trickle-downers love to pretend that "Econ 101" is a convincing argument against policies like the minimum wage that invest in working Americans. But the truth is that mainstream economists are terrible at predicting how the economy will behave in the future…Is Econ 101 broken? In this key foundational episode for the podcast, we dismantle the myth…

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Retail Roundup - Importance of Inventory Management 27:48

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In today’s Retail Roundup we discuss the importance of inventory management with Danielle Malconian of Plus by Design. We all know that managing your inventory is one of the most important things you do. If not done well it gets costly, very quickly. Listen in... WESA Retail Roundup July 7, 2025: Host: Glenn the Geek, Host of Horses in the Morning …

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Back to Basics Series: What the hell are they talking about? Econ terms explained! (with Nick and Goldy) 14:48

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Ever find yourself halfway through a Pitchfork Economics episode thinking, “Wait… what’s a monopsony?” You’re not alone. In this listener-favorite episode, Nick and Goldy break down some of the most important—and most misunderstood—economic terms we use on the show. From ‘neoclassical’ and ‘neoliberal’ to ‘monopoly’, ‘monopsony,’ ‘stock buybacks,’ …

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Retail Roundup: Shipping Smarter, Not Harder 19:14

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Whether you’re managing shipments for a boutique storefront, online shop, or both, we know that shipping can be one of your biggest pain points. We’ll explore how retailers save money, simplify shipping, and access expert support when they need it most. Listen in... WESA Retail Roundup June 30, 2025 Host: Glenn the Geek, Host of Horses in the Morni…

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Back to Basics Series: Why do we call it Pitchfork Economics? (with Ganesh Sitaraman & Walter Scheidel) 33:16

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In 2014, Nick Hanauer sounded the alarm: if economic inequality kept growing, the pitchforks would come—for him, and for the rest of America’s wealthy elite. Then 2016 happened. Donald Trump was elected president on a wave of economic populism that correctly identified massive inequality as a problem, but which offered all the wrong solutions. The …

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The Secrets Behind Cowboy Hat Shaping with Glenn Orms 15:15

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Third-generation hat shaper Glenn Orms shares the legacy, craft, and passion behind Hat Masters and the timeless art of cowboy hat shaping. Hosts: Jennifer Hebert, Morgan Nicole Zipperlen Contact: Sophia Jagella, WESA Marketing Specialist Guest: Glenn Orms Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecowlot/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thecowlot65…

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Smart Incentives to Inspire and Retain Your Retail Team 30:31

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Retailers know that hiring is only half the battle. Keeping great employees engaged and motivated is what truly drives success. In today’s session, we’ll explore smart, practical strategies for incentivizing your team beyond just a paycheck. Whether you run a boutique, a tack store, or a multi-location shop, you’ll walk away with ideas you can impl…

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The Truth About Immigration and the American Worker (with Rogé Karma) 39:13

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Conventional wisdom says immigration drives down wages and takes jobs from American workers. But what if that story is fueled by bad economics? Journalist Rogé Karma joins Nick and Goldy to challenge the Econ 101 logic that supercharges anti-immigrant rhetoric—and to explain what the data actually shows. Drawing on research from the U.S., Denmark, …

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The Importance of SEO for Any Company 44:12

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Today’s conversation dives into the importance of SEO at any level. Cowgirl Biz supports Western retail brands in nurturing community, expanding reach, and growing with heart. Listen in... WESA Retail Roundup June 16, 2025 Host: Glenn the Geek, Host of Horses in the Morning Facebook: Retail Roundup Facebook group Guest: Kim Ivkov of Cowgirl Biz - F…

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America Adrift: Inequality, Power, and the Fight to Fix It (with Scott Galloway) 45:14

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With inequality rising, housing out of reach, and young Americans falling further behind, some argue the American Dream is dead. But NYU professor Scott Galloway has a different take: America hasn’t fallen—it’s adrift. Originally recorded in late 2022, this episode features a candid conversation about what’s really hollowed out the middle class: ge…

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How VEXIL is Redefining Western Lifestyle Retail 23:23

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VEXIL founder Shawn Wiese shares how his roots in professional bull riding and athlete management shaped a western lifestyle brand that resonates with today’s retailers and customers alike. Hosts: Coach Jenn and Morgan Zipperlen Contact: Sophia Jagella, WESA Marketing Specialist Guest: Shawn Wiese, Website | LinkedIn | Facebook | YouTube | Instagra…

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From Reagan to Reality: The Case Against Tax Cuts for the Rich (with Bruce Bartlett) 36:11

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As Republicans work at break-neck speed to push another round of massive tax cuts for the wealthy, we thought it would be a good idea to revisit our 2019 conversation with Bruce Bartlett, a Reagan policy adviser and key architect of the 1981 tax cuts. Bartlett explains how the trickle-down logic he once championed turned out to be economic snake oi…

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Retail Roundup: How Independent Retail Wins in 2025 39:10

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In a landscape dominated by big box stores, how do small retailers not just survive but thrive? We’ll find the answers today as we chat with Stevie Cummins, the powerhouse behind Jewel of the West, to explore how independent stores can win in 2025. Listen in... WESA Retail Roundup June 9, 2025 Host: Glenn the Geek, Host of Horses in the Morning Fac…

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Importance of Human Resources to a Small Business 23:26

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Join us on the Retail Roundup as we sit down with HR professional Jessica Sackett and discuss the HR practices/strategies that help you find and keep good employees, no matter what size your store is. Listen in... Please note this was audio only, no video. WESA Retail Roundup June 2, 2025: Host: Glenn the Geek, Host of Horses in the Morning Faceboo…

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Why Gutting SNAP Makes the Economy Worse for Everyone (with Lily Roberts) 44:19

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The GOP’s new tax bill isn’t just a massive giveaway to the rich—it’s an all-out assault on SNAP, one of the most effective anti-poverty programs in the U.S. That’s because SNAP is more than just a program designed to end hunger. It’s also a powerful economic engine, stabilizing local economies as well as supporting retailers and farmers. Lily Robe…

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“Internet Evangelism” with guest Traci Coston 41:28

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In this Episode of DEFENDING THE FAITH, Frank Harber interviews Traci Coston about Internet Evangelism. Traci Coston has millions of followers on social media. She has won over 100,000 souls to Christ in the last 2 years. This is a video about her amazing story.By frankr7

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Kingdom Business with guest Marc Alfano 41:39

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In this Episode of DEFENDING THE FAITH, Frank Harber interviews Marc Alfano about Kingdom Business. Learn how to align your business with the kingdom's principles! Marc’s mission is to instruct individuals on how to use their business as a platform to reach the unreached. Marc serves as both an evangelist and teacher. He proclaims the gospel, and i…

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The Story Behind the Bed Stu Footwear Brand 25:48

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Jason Wiese describes Bed Stu’s long term commitment to producing and marketing leather footwear and accessories with environmental consciousness in mind. Hosts: Mike Donnell, Kacee Willbanks Contact: Sophia Jagella, WESA Marketing Specialist Guest: Jason Wiese, VP Sales at Evolutions Brands, Inc. Website: https://www.bedstu.com Instagram: https://…

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Good Company: Ending the Era of Shareholder Supremacy (with Lenore Palladino) 37:21

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What makes a company good—and who gets to decide? Economist Lenore Palladino joins Nick and Goldy to dismantle the myth of shareholder primacy and explain how our current system of corporate governance has warped innovation, deepened inequality, and undermined democracy. Drawing from her new book Good Company: Economic Policy after Shareholder Prim…

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Retail Roundup: SOPs Made Simple 28:41

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We explore the best practices of the written SOP for small businesses with Neil Potter of Improving Your Small Business. Why are SOPs important, how do you start and how do you implement them. Listen in… WESA Retail Roundup May 19, 2025: Host: Glenn the Geek, Host of Horses in the Morning Facebook: Retail Roundup Facebook group Guest: Neil Potter o…

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The Empire Strikes Back—With More Billionaire Tax Breaks (with Samantha Jacoby) 35:40

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With Trump’s second major tax bill clearing committee and heading to the House floor—packed, as promised, with massive giveaways to the ultra-wealthy—we’re revisiting our timely conversation with Samantha Jacoby of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. Originally recorded before Trump’s reelection, this episode breaks down the real impact of …

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Welcome To The Cold Cactus Boutique 17:22

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From closing a small retail space to recently opening a much larger store, Tara Roberts shares the evolution of her brand, her insights on retail, and what’s next for The Cold Cactus Boutique. Tune in to hear her inspiring story. Hosts: Mike Donnell, Kacee Willbanks Contact: Sophia Jagella, WESA Marketing Specialist Guest: Tara Roberts co-owner of …

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Finding and Working with Sponsored Riders 33:39

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Gabrielle Fournier from Arion Sellier France joins us to talk about working with Sponsored Riders. What works, what doesn’t? We go into detail on today’s Retail Roundup. Listen in… WESA Retail Roundup May 12, 2025: Host: Glenn the Geek, Host of Horses in the Morning Facebook: Retail Roundup Facebook group Guest: Gabrielle Fournier, Marketing and Sp…

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Greedflation 2.0: How Tariffs Could Become an Excuse for Corporate Price Gouging (with Hal Singer) 44:43

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During COVID, corporations blamed supply chain shocks for rising prices while quietly raising prices higher than costs, thereby boosting their profits to record levels. We know they did this because they bragged about doing it on corporate earnings calls. Economist Hal Singer warns that Trump’s proposed tariffs could spark a repeat, giving corporat…

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Top Social Media Mistakes Retailers/Brands Make and How to Fix Them 33:14

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We’re joined by Nicole Nava James of Zona Girl Nava, a boutique brand expert and social media manager, to break down the most common social media mistakes retailers make and, more importantly, how to fix them. WESA Retail Roundup May 5, 2025: Host: Glenn the Geek, Host of Horses in the Morning Facebook: Retail Roundup Facebook group Guest: Nicole N…

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Why Democracy Needs a New Operating System (with K. Sabeel Rahman) 44:39

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Decades of trickle-down thinking hollowed out our government—and now the anti-democracy crowd is finishing the job. This week, legal scholar and former Biden advisor K. Sabeel Rahman joins Nick and Goldy to talk about what happens when the rule of law becomes optional, what the Biden administration got right (and what it didn’t,) and why simply res…

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PRCA's Paul Woody shares Western Industry Insights on Marketing, Media and Modern Rodeo 27:16

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An inspiring conversation with PRCA Chief Marketing Officer Paul Woody as he discusses how the PRCA is expanding rodeo’s reach, embracing digital innovation, and strengthening connections across the western industry. Hosts: Mike Donnell, Kacee Willbanks, and Sophia Jagella Guest: Paul Woody, Chief Marketing Officer Professional Rodeo Cowboys Associ…

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Democracy in Chains (with Nancy MacLean) 38:16

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This week, we’re revisiting a critical conversation we had back in 2020 with author and historian Nancy MacLean, in which she exposes how today’s threats to democracy were decades in the making. Based on her groundbreaking book Democracy in Chains, MacLean traces how Nobel Prize-winning economist James Buchanan worked with billionaire donors to rig…

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Retail Roundup - Limited Editions as a Retail Tool 37:20

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Jennifer Anderson shares how LovLeathers uses limited edition pieces to spark demand, sell out collections, and build a loyal following. From drop strategies to creating buzz on social media, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas to turn scarcity into serious sales. WESA Retail Roundup April 28, 2025: Host: Glenn the Geek, Host of Horses in the Morning…

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The Abundance Doctrine (with Mike Konczal) 40:43

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What does “abundance” actually mean—and who is it really for? In this episode, Goldy and Paul welcome back economic policy expert Mike Konczal to unpack the big new idea dominating political discourse: abundance. They dive into the buzz around Ezra Klein and Derek Thompson’s book “Abundance,” and Konczal’s sharp critique of its deregulatory leaning…

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What Sales Reps/ Manufacturers Wish Retailers Knew 40:44

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Join us for a special Retail Roundup conversation with Lorinda Van Newkirk! Learn how to build stronger, more successful relationships with sales reps from someone who understands both sides of the table. Lorinda will share insider tips on communication, placing orders, handling challenges, and working together for long-term success. Don’t miss thi…

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Introducing WESA President Michael Anderson 24:43

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Recently elected WESA president Michael Anderson Chats About His Role Hosts: Mike Donnell, Kacee Willbanks, and Sophia Jagella Guest: WESA president Michael Anderson - Website | FacebookBy Horse Radio Network

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Why Nothing Works: Who Killed Progress—and How to Bring It Back (with Marc Dunkelman) 54:17

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Why does it feel like we can’t build anything anymore? In this episode, Nick and Goldy talk with author Mark Dunkelman about his new book Why Nothing Works, which examines how well-intentioned progressive reforms created a “vetocracy” that makes major public projects nearly impossible. From Seattle’s decades-long waterfront rebuild to the dysfuncti…

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Live From DC: Turning Middle-Out Economics into Good Politics 54:44

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Timid tweaks won’t fix a broken economy. From Nick Hanauer’s blunt critique of Democratic incrementalism to a candid conversation with Representatives Ro Khanna, Delia Ramirez, and Jim Himes on how Democrats can reclaim working-class trust by embracing economic populism and fighting for real change, this episode brings you inside the 2025 Middle Ou…