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Celebrating the 85th anniversary of the Kiplinger Letter, Joan Pryde joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the debate over whether the federal government should get more involved in the financial crisis. They also talk about some of the things that we can do to lower our travel expenses, especially regarding airline travel, plus they talk about the increasing use of robots.

Is now a good time to start a home-based business? Beverley Williams says any time can be a good time to start a small business, but she and Jim Blasingame talk about the steps that must be taken to do it successfully.

What will be the repercussions of the government involvement in the financial crisis? Nicole Gelinas talks with Jim Blasingame about the dangers and possibilities that can occur when the marketplace turns to government for help.

Is there a simple and relatively short explanation for how we got into this financial crisis of 2008? Jim Blasingame explains in terms as simple as possible what gave rise to the crisis, where the momentum came from, who really created the excesses that are now having to be dealt with and his thoughts on government involvement.

Do you know the difference between a suspect and a prospect? Don Cooper talks with Jim Blasingame about how to identify the profile of customer that is most likely to do business with you and how to prospect for just that group and not spend resources on those who aren't likely to do business with you.

What does the current financial crisis mean for small businesses? Bob McTeer talks with Jim Blasingame about how we got into this mess, how it could have been averted, what it will take to get out of it, how long it will take, and what small businesses should do.

What does immigration reform have to do with your small business? Tamar Jacoby talks with Jim Blasingame about what it's going to take to get immigration back on the front burner of public debate, and why it's probably not going to be part of the presidential debates. Tamar also explains why small businesses should be involved in immigration decisions.

Jim Blasingame says Austin Kiplinger is a witness to a century and a national treasure and he joins Jim once again to celebrate his 90th birthday and his company's 85th anniversary. Mr. Kiplinger reflects on history and shares his thoughts on current events with the perspective of a long and productive life.

How are things going in Iraq these days? June Reed joins Jim Blasingame once again with a report of significant progress in Iraq, militarily, economically and politically. Why aren't the mainstream media reporting this good news?

Is your small business in compliance with environmental regs and laws? Annette Fulgenzi talks with Jim Blasingame about the government program that is designed to help small businesses comply with EPA and state environmental laws and regulations.