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This weekend, Glen talks about minimum wage laws, and why increases hurt young people, destroy jobs, and damage our economy.  Glen talks with Shelley Murray (personal photo organizer and membership consultant with FOREVER.com) about why she joined the FOREVER team, Randy Wenger (Chief Counsel and Founder of the Independence Law Center) about the dangers of Obama’s executive power grabs, and Ed Stack (CEO of Dick’s Sporting Goods) about leadership style and what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur. 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 called Forever.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 visit http://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by 

This weekend, a number of terrific guests join Glen with thoughts on the latest headlines.  J. Christian Adams (author of the book,Injustice: Exposing the Racial Agenda of the Obama Justice Department, and an election attorney who served in the voting rights section at the Justice Department) joins Glen to talk about the reasons why Obama nominated radical Debo Adegbile to head the civil rights division at the Justice Department, and why a bipartisan majority in the Senate voted to reject this nomination. Roger Robinson (Senior Director of International Economic Affairs at the National Security Council under Ronald Reagan) joins Glen to talk about Putin’s recent land grab in the Ukraine, and offers some parallels between Soviet Aggression during the 1980s and Russia’s aggression today. Finally, Dan Dingus (President, COO, Director of Portfolio Management for Fragasso Financial Advisors) joins Glen with thoughts on the Russian economy, its reaction to Putin’s activities in the Ukraine, and the importance of domestic energy production to combat global threats.   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 called Forever.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 visit http://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by 

This weekend, Glen talks about Putin’s decision to seize control of The Crimea in the Ukraine, and President Obama’s weak response to Moscow’s aggression. Glen also talks about Harry Reid’s declaration that all Obamacare “horror stories” are “lies,” the growing unrest in Venezuela, and the latest headlines related to Obama’s Washington D.C. scandals. Glen talks with Marlo Lewis, Senior Fellow and Energy Expert with the Competitive Enterprise Institute, about the recent EPA hearings at the Supreme Court. Paul Kengor (Executive Director of the Center for Vision and Values at Grove City College) talks with Glen about his brand new book, 11 Principles of a Reagan Conservative.  You can register to receive a free signed copy here. Finally, Heidi Perella (Intake Director of the Bair Foundation) talks with Glen about the great need for quality Foster Parents, and ways that you can minister to children in need. 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 called Forever.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 visit http://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by 

This weekend, Glen talks about Obama’s latest attempts to grab power away from Congress, and freedom away from the American people.  Glen also talks about the failure of Obama’s Russia “reset” policy, the latest Obamacare headlines, and the failure of Obama’s 2009 “stimulus” to stimulate the economy. Glen talks with Bob Fragasso (Chairman and CEO of Fragasso Financial Advisors) about taxes and some important strategies that can lower your tax bracket.  Glen also talks with Randy Wenger (Chief Counsel and Founder of the Independence Law Center) about some of the latest Obama abuses of power.  Congressman Keith Rothfus (R-PA) joins Glen with thoughts on some of the latest negative Obamacare headlines. 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 called Forever.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 visit http://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by 

This weekend, Glen talks with some great friends about economic history and entrepreneurship.  Amity Shlaes (economist and author) talks with Glen about her recent book, “Coolidge,” and also about the economic policies that lead to growth and prosperity for everyone.  Paul Kengor (Executive Director for the Center for Vision and Values) talks with Glen about the rise of communist ideology in American politics.  And Ed Stack (CEO of Dick’s Sporting Goods) talks with Glen 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.  As long as we have great entrepreneurs creating new businesses in America, then we will survive!   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 called Forever.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 visit http://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by 

This weekend,  Michael Tanner (Senior Fellow with the Cato Institute),  Jerry Bowyer (President of Bowyer research, a research firm that specializes in financial economics), and Andrei Voicu (Chief Investment Strategist for Fragasso Financial) all join Glen with thoughts on government spending, the economy, investing, and what our nation must to do be successful in 2014. Glen also talks with  Terrie Suica-Reed (Founder, President, and CEO of PHASE 4 learning) about her alternative to the traditional classroom setting, and how it is helping many at risk students be successful in school.   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 called Forever.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 visit http://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by 

This weekend, Glen talks about Obama’s leadership failures and his State of the Union address.  Glen also looks at the latest foreign policy headlines relating to Syria and Iran, and the State Department’s latest Environmental Impact Study showing that the Keystone XL pipeline would have no significant environmental impact. Congressman Mike Kelly (R-PA) joins Glen with his reaction to Obama’s State of the Union Address.  Dr. Paul Kengor (Executive Director of the Center for Vision and Values) joins Glen with thoughts on the progressive Minstrel, Pete Seeger, and how communist thinking has infected American politics.  Paul also has a new book, 11 Prinicples of a Reagan Conservative.  Finally, Rick Enscoe (Co-Founder and Partner of Enscoe Long Insurance Group) joins Glen with thoughts on the current state of America’s healthcare system.     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 called Forever.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 visit http://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by 

Celebrate National School Choice Week This weekend, Glen talks about the reasons for Obama’s low approval ratings, the 41st March for Life, and the implosion of the Middle East. Glen talks with Yujia Chen (a Chinese national who studied in the United States, and now works as a financial analyst with Fragasso Financial) about the importance of working hard and learning to stand on your own two feet.  Glen also talks with Daniel Pipes ( President of the Middle East Forum and one of the world’s foremost analysts on the Middle East) about the many overwhelming problems and maladies facing the Middle East. 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 called Forever.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 visit http://glenmeakem.com. Proudly sponsored by