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This weekend, Glen remembers some of the top issues of 2014.  Glen talks with Veronique de Rugy (Senior research fellow at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University) about the book, Capital in the 21st-Century, written by French economist Thomas Piketty.  Glen also speaks with WWII combat Veteran Jack Snyder about his experience fighting the Imperial Japanese on Iwo Jima.  Finally, Glen interviews adventurer Dr. Jack Wheeler, who was an adviser to President Ronald Reagan. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by   

This weekend between Christmas and the New Year, Glen revisits several great moments in the history of “Glen Meakem on the Weekend.”  First, Glen talks with Pennsylvania Businessman Wayne Woodman about the importance of standing on your own two feet – independent of Government – if you want to be successful in life.  Glen also talks with two World War II veterans about their combat experiences.  Jack Synder was as a 19-year-old Marine who fought the Imperial Japanese at Iwo Jima. Jack survived 26 days of intense combat.  Frank Kravetz was a gunner on a B-17 bomber, was shot down over Germany, and is a former Prisoner of War.  Frank talks about his experiences as a soldier, and his experiences as a German captive held at the Nuremberg Prison Camp in 1944 and 1945. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by     

This weekend, Glen talks about the latest headlines related to Obama’s decision to open diplomatic relations with Cuba, even as they continue to violate the human rights of the Venezuelan people.  Glen also talks with Noah Fardo, managing partner of the law firm Flarherty Fardo, and his Partner Bill Rogel, about Judge Arthur Schwab’s recent opinion declaring Obama’s executive immigration actions unconstitutional.  The two attorneys also talk about Obama’s Cuba decision. Glen talks with Jerry Bowyer (Forbes contributor, editor of Affluentinvestor.com, and Executive Director of the Principled Reasoning Institute) about the latest global economic headlines, and their impact on the U.S. economy.  Finally, Glen talks with Rick Enscoe (Co-founder and Partner of Enscoe Long Insurance Group) about the upcoming Obamacare healthcare changes, and how they will affect small businesses in 2016.  Listen, if you’ve been working with the same healthcare broker for many years, now is the time to get a second oinion from a team of experts like my friends Rick Enscoe and Dan Long. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by     

This weekend, Glen talks with Rep. Mike Kelly (PA-3) and Rep. Keith Rothfus (PA-12)about their decision to support the $1.1 trillion Cromnibus spending bill in the House.  The bill passed with the help of President Obama and Democrats. Glen also talked about the latest headlines related to immigration, the CIA interrogation report, and Islamic State. Glen also talks with Dan Kish (Vice President of Policy for the Institute for Energy Research) and Matt Pitzarella (Executive with Range Resources) about falling energy prices, and what they mean for the U.S. and global economies. Finally, Glen talks with Chris Plummer (General Manager of Nemacolin Woodlands Resort) about special activities available at Nemacolin this Holiday Season. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by   

This weekend, Glen talks about the developing Democrat disagreement over the decision to force healthcare reform in 2009.  Glen also talks about the latest news headlines related to Islamic terrorism, immigration, and racial tensions stemming from recent grand jury decisions. Glen talks with foreign policy expert Dr. Kiron Skinner (Founder and Director of Carnegie Mellon’s Center for International Relations and Politics) about President Obama’s decision to pick Ash Carter as his next Secretary of Defense. Finally, Glen talks with John Henne (of Henne Jewelers) about how to be successful as a small business owner, and some special opportunities available at Henne Jewelers this Holiday season. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by   

This weekend, Glen talks about the economy, foreign policy, and entrepreneurship.  Glen talks with Amity Shlaes (economist and author) about her recent book, “Coolidge,” and also about the economic policies that lead to growth and prosperity for everyone.   Glen also talks with Dr. Kiron Skinner (Associate Professor at Carnegie Mellon, and Research Fellow at the Hoover Institution) about the importance of global American leadership, and the results of the world’s only super power disengaging from the Middle East.  Finally, Glen talks with Ed Stack (CEO of Dick’s Sporting Goods) about entrepreneurship, and describes how he took two bait and tackle stores in upstate New York, and grew them into a national chain with more than 500 stores nation wide. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by   

This weekend, Glen talks about President Obama’s decision to unilaterally change immigration law and issue 5 million work permits to individuals that Congress has already said cannot work in this country.  Glen also talks about the latest news related to the Keystone XL pipeline. Glen talks with David Bramer and Rick Enscoe of Enscoe Long Insurance Group.  David is known in Pennsylvania as the father of self funded health insurance plans.  He shares his entrepreneurial story with Glen, and describes how self funded healthcare can save businesses money. Glen also talks with Dr. Paul Kengor (Executive Director of the Center for Vision and Values at Grove City College) about the myth of liberal tolerance and his article, “The Liberal Religion of Tolerance.” Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by     

This weekend, Glen talks about Obamacare architect Jonathan Gruber’s admission that lies and deceit were used to get the Democrat healthcare law passed into law.  Gruber’s comments betray an arrogant belief that the liberal elite should control every aspect of our lives.  And they are willing to use any means to reach that end. Glen also talks with Matt Brouillette (President and CEO of the The Commonwealth Foundation) about why Republican Governor Tom Corbett lost his re election campaign even as Republicans picked up additional seats in Harrisburg and Washington D.C.  Glen also talks with Jerry Bowyer (Forbes Contributor and Executive Director of the Principled Reasoning Institute) about the current state of the global economy. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by   

This weekend, Glen talks about the striking 2014 election results.  Republicans did very well on both the national and state levels.  Glen talks with Congressman Keith Rothfus (R-PA) about what these victories means for a pro-American and pro-freedom agenda moving forward in Washington DC. Glen also talks about the latest headlines related to Islamic State in the Middle East, Russia’s aggression in Eastern Europe, and the Polar Vortex in the United States. Finally, Glen talks with the new and ninth President of Grove City College, Paul McNulty, about his time with the U.S. Justice Department, and his vision for the future of the College. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by   

This weekend, Glen takes a look at the latest polls leading into Tuesday’s midterm election.  Glen talks with Clark Judge (Managing Director of the White House Writers Group and Chairman of the Pacific Research Institute) about the likelihood of a Republican wave forming in these last few days before the election.  Glen also talks about the Pennsylvania Governor’s Race.  Like every election, voter turnout will decide this election. Glen talk’s with Brandon McGinley (Field Director of the Western Region with Pennsylvania Family Institute) about the importance of voting for individuals who will support tolerance and religious freedom.  You can find the Pennsylvania Family Institute’s Voter Guide here. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by   

This weekend, Glen talks about the new Ebola case in New York City, the latest news concerning the Islamic State in the Middle East, and the acts of terror that were carried out this past week in Canada and the United States. Glen talks with Dr. Paul Kengor (Executive Director of the Center for Vision and Values) about President Obama’s refusal to attend his intelligence briefings or listen to experts outside of his most senior White House Advisers. Glen also talks with Larry Erdos (fo-founder of Speedy Furniture) about the franchise opportunities that he and his brother are offering qualified entrepreneurs. Finally, Glen talks with Governor Tom Corbett (R-PA), about the economic growth that Pennsylvania has experienced under his leadership over the past 4 years. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by     

This weekend, Glen talks about the latest Ebola headlines, and the failure of the Obama Administration to lead America through this situation.  Glen also talks about the latest headlines on the Islamic State, and why nothing should be taken off the table in our fight to defeat them. Glen talks about the volatility in the U.S. investment markets, and the current economies of Europe and the United States with Andrei Voicu (Chief Investment Strategist with Fragasso Financial Advisors).  You can download a white paper by Andrei on how to manage market volatility here. Finally, Glen talks with Matt Pitzarella (an Executive with Range Resources) about the incredible explosion of the Natural Gas industry in Pennsylvania, and what it means for large and small communities across the entire state. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by     

This weekend, Glen talks about the latest headlines related to the Islamic State advances in Iraq and Syria.  Glen talks with Steven Bucci (Director of the Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies at the Heritage Foundation, and U.S. military Veteran) about the President’s strategy to “degrade and ultimately destroy” ISIL. Glen also talks about the latest news on the 2014 Senate election races, Ebola, the Secret Service scandals, and Obamacare.  Glen talks with Rick Enscoe, co-founder and partner of Enscoe Long Insurance Group.  Enscoe Long offers small and large businesses access to private healthcare exchanges, which empower your employees to find and purchase the individualized care that they need.  To learn more, call Rick at 412-206-0360. In spite of all the bad news, young patriotic Americans are still volunteering for our armed forces, still starting businesses, and still creating jobs.  Glen talks with entrepreneur Larry Erdos, co-founder of Speedy Furniture, about what it takes to be successful in business and life. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by   

This weekend, Glen talks about the latest headlines related to Islamic State, The Secret Service scandal, Ebola, and Obama’s recent attempt to shift the political conversation back to the economy. Glen talks with John Fund, (National Affairs columnist at the National Review Online) about Eric Holder’s decision to step down as Obama’s Attorney General, and his latest book, Obama’s Enforcer: Eric Holder’s Justice Department. Glen also talks with Bob Fragasso (Chairman and CEO of Fragasso Financial Advisors) about the recent volatility in the investment markets, and lessons learned from Yale University’s investment strategy for their endowment fund.  You can download Bob’s white paper on this topic here.  To learn more about Fragasso Financial Advisors, call them at 412-227-3200 or visit fragassoadvisors.com. Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by   

This week, Glen talks about the latest headlines related to the Islamic State in the Middle East and North Africa.  Glen also talks about Eric Holder’s decision to step down from his post as Attorney General, and the legacy of scandal that he leaves behind.  Glen talks with David Hardy (CEO of Boys Latin of Philadelphia Charter School and spokesperson for phillyschoolchoice.com) about the importance of choice and competition in education, especially for inner city students and families.  Finally, Glen talks with Stephen Moore (Chief Economist at Heritage Foundation and author of the book, An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of States) about the growing strength of the U.S. dollar and the current state of the U.S. economy.   Glen Meakem is a successful technology entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and conservative talk radio show host, who offers information and insights on how individuals, our states, and our nation can be more successful. Glen’s unique perspective has been shaped by his experiences as founder, chairman and CEO of the B2B internet success Freemarkets Inc – which he founded in 1995, took public in 1999, and sold to Ariba in 2004. In 2006, Glen co-founded Meakem Becker Venture Capital, a firm that invests in early stage start up companies.  More recently, Glen has founded and is the Chief Executive Officer of a new internet company calledForever.com.  Concerned about the liberal political agenda that had gripped the United States and his home state of Pennsylvania, Glen launched the radio program, “Glen Meakem on the Weekend” in 2008. Glen served as an officer in the United States Army Reserve and is a veteran of the First Gulf War. He earned his undergraduate degree from Harvard and his MBA from Harvard Business School. For more information about the Glen Meakem on the Weekend Radio Program, or to read Glen’s blog, please visithttp://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by