Explore every episode of the podcast The Soul of Enterprise: Business in the Transformation Economy by THRESHOLD
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| Memorable Mentors: Fred Smith, Founder of Federal Express | 18 Jul 2025 | 00:56:45 | |
Ron and Ed explore the legacy and leadership lessons of Fred Smith, the visionary founder of Federal Express. From a bold undergraduate paper (legend has it that he only got a C+) to building one of the world’s most transformative logistics companies, Smith’s journey is a case study in perseverance, innovation, and strategic execution. We’ll unpack what made him not just a successful entrepreneur but a memorable mentor, both to his team and to an entire generation of business leaders. Tune in to discover the values, decisions, and mindset that helped shape the global economy, one overnight delivery at a time. | |||
| Recapping Scaling New Heights 2025 - Ninth interview with Joe Woodard | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:55:56 | |
In his unprecedented ninth appearance with Ron and Ed, Joe Woodard will share his thoughts on the learning from the Woodard Group's Scaling New Heights 2025 event and also give a small sneak peek at next year! As always, the conversation will be fast, furious, and wide-ranging. More specifically, with hundreds of billions being invested in agentic AI, the next six months might see more change than the last six years! | |||
| In the Octagon: Eighth interview with Joe Woodard | 02 May 2025 | 00:58:52 | |
What do David Allen's Getting Things Done, Daniel Susskind's A World Without Work, and AppleTV's Severence have in common? They are all on the mind of Ron and Ed's Guest for this episode, Joe Woodard. This will be Joe's record-extending EIGHTH appearance on T$oE. He is always an audience favorite. So buckle up! As always it will be a fast-paced wide-ranging conversation with him. | |||
| The Innoficiency Principle with Blair Enns | 21 Jul 2023 | 00:54:57 | |
Blair Enns is the founder of Win Without Pitching, the sales training organization for creative professionals. He is the author of two books, The Win Without Pitching Manifesto and Pricing Creativity: A Guide to Profit Beyond the Billable Hour. He is the co-host, along with David C. Baker, of the podcast 2Bobs: Conversations on the Art of Creative Entrepreneurship. Best of all, he is the guest on this week’s show with Ron and Ed. A good portion of the show will be spend talking about The Innoficiency Principle. Blair laid out the thoughts behind this principle at this link and described it quite succinctly. From Blair: “The Innoficiency Principle states that innovation and efficiency are mutually opposable goals. In any reasonably functioning organization, one cannot be increased without decreasing the other.” | |||
| Systems Thinking Made Simpler | 14 Jul 2023 | 00:56:11 | |
Join Ed and Ron as they discuss the book William Donaldson, PhD: Simple_Complexity: A Guide to Systems Thinking. Systems are both simple and complex, which contain amazing constructs that one often must marvel. Systems also have a mind and a rhythm of their own. The parts do not exist independent of the whole, and you can't understand the parts without understanding the whole, and the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. Your organization's culture is an emergent property of your system. If you want to change the culture, you have to change the system, which is comprised of three components: Elements; Interactions; and Purpose. Hat tip to Mark Gandy at CFO Bookshelf for interviewing the author of this excellent book. | |||
| Third interview with Tim WIlliams | 07 Jul 2023 | 00:56:44 | |
For the third time, Ron and Ed will welcome back Tim Williams, one of the foremost thinkers about professional firm strategy and positioning. Tim thinks deeply about these topic, but has the ability to simplify and communicate complex topics to us and his audiences worldwide. We will also ask him about his thinking with regard to generative AI and the potential impact on advertising and marketing. If you have a comment or question for Tim, please tag us at @asktsoe on Twitter or send an email to asktsoe@verasage.com. | |||
| On Why AI Will Save the World by Marc Andreessen | 30 Jun 2023 | 00:56:22 | |
In this episode Ron and Ed will dissect a recent blog post by Marc Andreessen entitled Why AI Will Save the World. It is a deep and thoughtful piece by someone who has done some very deep thinking. We will discuss the items upon which agree and those with which we quibble. The post can be found here - https://a16z.com/2023/06/06/ai-will-save-the-world/ - and we welcome any thoughts or questions you might want us to explore. Hit us up on Twitter @asktsoe. | |||
| Second interview with Peter Block | 23 Jun 2023 | 00:56:25 | |
Ron and Ed welcome back the Godfather of modern consulting Peter Block for his second appearance. This episode is dedicated to the possibility that human beings are better served when we confront our freedom (the title of Peter's new book). Doing so, is difficult, challenging, and not for everyone. If you want to begin the process of confronting your own freedom, you are invited to participate in this episode. Safe return doubtful! | |||
| The ESG Illusion | 16 Jun 2023 | 00:56:49 | |
Another deep dive into the perils of ESG. This is based on Vivek Ramaswamy's latest book, Capitalist Punishment: How Wall Street Is Using Your Money to Create a Country You Didn't Vote For. Ed and Ron will provide the main points from this critical look at ESG. If you've wondered how FTX can achieve a higher score on its G (Governance) than did Exxon-Mobil, you won't want to miss this show. | |||
| Interview with Robin Hanson | 09 Jun 2023 | 00:56:14 | |
Joining Ed and Ron this week is Robin D. Hanson of associate professor of economics at George Mason University. Robin is the author of two fascinating books, The Age of Em and The Elephant in the Brain. He has worked with the Foresight Institute and DARPA, but perhaps his colleague at George Mason Bryan Caplan put it best: When the typical economist tells me about his latest research, my standard reaction is 'Eh, maybe.' Then I forget about it. When Robin Hanson tells me about his latest research, my standard reaction is 'No way! Impossible!' Then I think about it for years. | |||
| Life After Capitalism: George Gilder | 02 Jun 2023 | 00:56:00 | |
Ed and Ron are excited for their interview with George Gilder, author of the brand new book, Life After Capitalism: The Meaning of Wealth, the Future of the Economy, and the Time Theory of Money, published May 30, 2023. This is George’s fourth appearance on The Soul of Enterprise. He is Ron’s 42-year mentor, since his publication of Wealth & Poverty in 1981, which changed Ron’s life forever after. His latest book is a groundbreaking new theory of economics that, at last, explains capitalism as a knowledge-based system, not one revolving around incentives, greed, or materialism. It is truly groundbreaking, and you will want to hear what George has to say about how it will change our way of understanding economics, wealth, growth, technology, our standard of living, and the future of human flourishing. | |||
| Grab Bag Galore | 26 May 2023 | 00:56:29 | |
We announced at the end of last week that we planned to talk about Peter Block's new book Confronting Our Freedom, however, this week we learned that Peter has agreed to join us in about a month. YES! Because of this good news we are pivoting to a topical show. There are a few newsworthy items, including a show review that we want to share with you. Of course, if you have any questions or topics you would like us to address, please send them to asktsoe@verasage.com or hit us up on Twitter - @asktsoe. | |||
| Second interview with Dan Mitchell | 19 May 2023 | 00:55:09 | |
Ron and Ed last spoke to Dan Mitchell in May of 2020 when Covid was in full swing. We will get an update on the results of the C-19 spending policies and bring the conversation to current tax policies and proposals. Dan opines on his blog International Liberty at https://danieljmitchell.wordpress.com/author/danieljmitchell/ on a far range of subjects. This promises to be a fascinating conversation. | |||
| One of Our Own - Second interview with Mark Koziel | 25 Apr 2025 | 00:59:20 | |
We are thrilled to welcome Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, as our guest on this episode of The Soul of Enterprise. Mark has recently been appointed as the President and CEO of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, effective January 2025. Prior to this role, he served as the President and CEO of Allinial Global, an association of independent accounting and advisory firms. With over 25 years of experience in accounting and leadership, Mark has been a consistent advocate for the profession, bringing a global perspective to the evolving landscape of accounting and finance. In this episode, we delve into Mark’s vision for the future of the accounting profession, discussing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. We explore his journey from public accounting to leading major professional organizations, and how his experiences have shaped his perspectives on leadership, innovation, and the role of accountants in today’s dynamic business environment. Join us for an insightful conversation as we uncover the insights and strategies that have propelled Mark to the forefront of the accounting world, and learn how he plans to steer the profession into the future. | |||
| Interview with Ian Vasquez | 12 May 2023 | 00:55:51 | |
Ron and Ed welcome Cato Institute's vice president for international studies and director of its Center for Global Liberty and Prosperity, Ian Vasquez. Among other topic they will discuss the latest Human Freedom Index, of which Ian is a co-author. For those of you unfamiliar the Human Freedom Index presents the state of human freedom in the world based on a broad measure that encompasses personal, civil, and economic freedom. Human freedom is a social concept that recognizes the dignity of individuals and is defined here as negative liberty or the absence of coercive constraint. Because freedom is inherently valuable and plays a role in human progress, it is worth measuring carefully. The Human Freedom Index is a resource that can help to more objectively observe relationships between freedom and other social and economic phenomena, as well as the ways in which the various dimensions of freedom interact with one another. | |||
| Fifth interview with Joe Woodard | 05 May 2023 | 00:56:06 | |
Ron and Ed welcome back Joe Woodard, CEO of Woodard and host of the Scaling New Heights Conference at which Ron and Ed will be delivering keynotes and sessions. We'll chat about the conference and likely foray into AI and other issues facing the accounting profession. If you have a question for Joe, please Tweet us - @asktsoe. | |||
| Fourth interview with Doug Sleeter | 28 Apr 2023 | 00:55:09 | |
Doug Sleeter was a well-known entrepreneur and thought leader in the accounting industry. He was the founder and former CEO of The Sleeter Group, a company that provided training, consulting, and research services to accounting professionals. Sadly, Doug Sleeter passed away in November 2019. - ChatGPT 3.5, March 2023 Yup, ChatGPT says Doug Is Dead. The good news, he is very much alive and has a bone to pick with ChatGPT. This one is personal. | |||
| Second interview with Joe Pine | 21 Apr 2023 | 00:56:27 | |
We first spoke with Joe Pine way back in March of 2015 primarily about his books, The Experience Economy and Infinite Possibility. Our key takeaway from Joe's work is his Economic Value Progression graph which asserts that transformations are the highest level (at least in this world). This insight has become even more important as organizations move to subscription based models. We are looking forward to getting Joe's take and ask him about his recent piece in the Harvard Business Review - The New You Business. | |||
| Tribute to Dr. Reginald Lee, R.I.P. | 14 Apr 2023 | 00:55:18 | |
It is with heavy hearts that Ed and Ron share the news of Dr. Reginald Lee's passing on March 8, 2023. He was a dear friend, a mentor, a teacher, and a maverick who was fearless in challenging the conventional wisdom of cost accounting. We were privileged to know him and be able to spend time with him. We will also keep his teaching and his legacy alive. Join us to celebrate the life and work of this dear friend, who leaves behind the imperishable crown of a good name. Read more tributes to Reginald at: https://www.hodappfuneralhome.com/obituaries/reginald-lee | |||
| Second interview with Timothy Chou | 07 Apr 2023 | 00:56:05 | |
Back in October of 2016, Ron and Ed interviewed Professor Timothy Chou of Stanford about his books Cloud: Seven clear business models and Precision: Principles, Practices and Solutions for the Internet of Things. This time around we are pleased to get an update on his work and talk a bit more about AI and the recent explosion of interest around ChatGPT. | |||
| Interview with Hector Garcia | 31 Mar 2023 | 00:55:47 | |
Ron and Ed welcome Hector Garcia to the show. We will talk about the business model for professionals and all things technology including AI. Hector is a long-time listener and has put many of the idea we talk about into practice at his organization Quick Bookkeeping of Miami LLC, a family owned practice that has been helping small business with their tax and accounting needs for over 13 years in Doral and all over the world. His YouTube channel has over 222,000 subscribers. | |||
| Interview with Stephan Kinsella - Abolishing IP | 24 Mar 2023 | 00:56:32 | |
Ron and Ed welcome patent attorney and advocate for abolishing intellectual property, Stehan Kinsella to the show. We will explore what is (and is not) intellectual property and then have a conversation about why Stephan thinks these forms of property should not exist and why the world would be better if they did not. If you have any questions that you would like Ed and Ron to ask Stephan, please shoot us an email at asktsoe@verasage.com or hit us up on Twitter at @asktsoe. | |||
| Interview with Mark P. Mills | 17 Mar 2023 | 00:56:16 | |
In his book, The Cloud Revolution, Mark P. MIlls explains how the conventional wisdom on how technology will change the future is wrong and lays out a radically different and optimistic vision for what’s really coming. According to Mark, a convergence of technologies will instead drive an economic boom over the coming decade, one that historians will characterize as the “Roaring 2020s.” It will come not from any single big invention, but from the confluence of radical advances in three primary technology domains: microprocessors, materials, and machines. | |||
| LIVE from the 2023 Meeting of the Minds | 10 Mar 2023 | 00:53:22 | |
Ron and Ed once again take the show on the road. For the third time, they are honored to appear at the Meeting of the Minds. Aside from taking questions from the attendees, they will have a conversation about an Harvard Business Review article from Joe Pine et al entitled, The “New You” Business. - https://hbr.org/2022/01/the-new-you-business | |||
| Crossing the Threshold: A New Chapter Begins | 18 Apr 2025 | 01:00:29 | |
Ron and Ed unveil their bold new venture—THRESHOLD. In this episode, they share the vision behind the company, why it matters now, and how it aims to challenge the status quo in advisory and consulting. THRESHOLD is more than a brand—it’s a mindset shift for professionals ready to think beyond billable hours and transactional models. If you’re looking for transformation, not just iteration, this is your call to cross the threshold with us. | |||
| One Thing! Part Two! | 03 Mar 2023 | 00:55:48 | |
Inspired by A. J. Jacobs when he appeared on Russ Robert's great podcast EconTalk (and Curly from City Slickers), Ron and Ed have each been keeping a One Thing journal for the last few years. They first shared from this journal back in October 2021, but the time has come to share some more of their best One Things. If you tweet your one things, be sure to include #asktsoe and #OneThing. | |||
| The Muppets in Moscow with Natasha Lance Rogoff | 24 Feb 2023 | 00:55:02 | |
Ed and Ron are honored to welcome Natasha Lance Rogoff to The Soul of Enterprise. After the collapse of the Soviet Union in the early 1990s, the timing appeared perfect to bring Sesame Street to millions of children living in the former Soviet Union. With the Muppets envisioned as ideal ambassadors of Western idealistic values, no one anticipated just how challenging and dangerous this would prove to be. In Muppets in Moscow, Natasha Lance Rogoff brings the story to life. Lance Rogoff, a young American television producer fluent in Russian, was chosen to lead a crew of hundreds of American and Russian artists, producers, educators, writers, and puppeteers to create the Russian adaptation. During the production, against the backdrop of bombings and the assassination of her Russian broadcast partners, Lance Rogoff and the team remained determined to bring laughter, learning, and a new way of seeing the world to children in Russia. In her book, she illuminates how cultural clashes colored nearly every aspect of the production, from the show’s educational framework to scriptwriting to the new Russian Muppets themselves, often pitting Sesame Street’s Western values against nearly four centuries of Russian thought. In spite of the challenges, the show would go on to become a major hit, airing for over a decade. Muppets in Moscow explores post-Soviet societal tensions that continue to thwart the Russian people’s efforts to create a better future for their country. More than just a story of a children’s show, it provides a valuable perspective of Russia’s people, their culture, and their complicated relationship with the West that remains more relevant than ever today. | |||
| The Essentials of Strategy | 17 Feb 2023 | 00:56:16 | |
Rock climbers call certain boulders “problems” and the toughest part “the crux.” Richard Rumelt, in his new book The Crux: How Leaders Become Strategists, uses this term to describe a three-part strategic skill: 1) judgment about what is important and what’s secondary; 2) judgment about the difficulties of dealing with these issues; and 3) being able to focus. Join Ed and Ron as they discuss the essentials of strategy. | |||
| Interview with David Alfery, MD, Author of Saving Grace | 10 Feb 2023 | 00:55:58 | |
Ed and Ron are honored to have Dr. David D. Alfery on the show. He is the author of Saving Grace: What Patients Teach Their Doctors about Life, Death, and the Balance in Between. We loved this book, because it will resonate with any professional. From the Introduction: “Many individuals, of course, have professions in which they are privileged to interact with others and to profoundly affect their lives. I was fortunate to be one of them. For all good doctors, the kind you want looking after you, there is a transition where you go from thinking that the patient is there for you, to realizing that you are there for the patient. When you understand that it is an honor to be trusted with another person’s life, medicine becomes your profession rather than your job, and someone you take care of becomes a unique individual with needs rather than a patient with a number. Only then can you fully embrace the shared humanity that binds physicians to their patients.” And from the press release on the book: From the OR to the ICU, cardiac anesthesiologist Dr. David Alfery brings you into a hidden world of medicine. You will witness the exhilaration a physician feels when a life is miraculously saved, the terror when a life is on the line, the shock of an unexpected demise, the grace patients evidence when facing the end of life, the anguish one suffers when a family member is perilously close to dying, and much more. A book that shows what really goes on in acute care medical settings, Saving Grace will help you view your doctor—and your life—in a new light. Please join us for what will no doubt be a very moving and profound discussion. | |||
| Second interview with Dr. Kimberlee Josephson | 03 Feb 2023 | 00:55:08 | |
Ron and Ed are overjoyed to bring back to The Soul of Enterprise Dr. Kimberlee Josephson, associate professor of business at Lebanon Valley College, to talk about some of her more recent work on reputation vs regulation, why work won't love you back, and an update on her thoughts about the ESG movement. If you have questions, please feel free to send them in to asktsoe@verasage.com. | |||
| Interview with Dr. Jay Baruch, The Tornado of Life | 27 Jan 2023 | 00:55:54 | |
Ed and Ron are honored to host Dr. Jay Baruch, author of Tornado of Life: A Doctor’s Journey through Constraints and Creativity in the ER. When a patient comes into the hospital with cardiac arrest or a compound fracture, doctors know what to do. The problem is evident, and the solution is practically algorithmic. Dr. Baruch contends that the biggest challenge and the biggest part of an ER doctor’s work is often caring for people who come in with not just problems with their body, but also social issues, emotional issues, and substance use issues—and oftentimes all of them at once. In Tornado of Life, we come to see that the toughest part of an emergency physician’s work isn’t the high-wattage drama, the mayhem and the blood, that is portrayed on television, but rather the actual getting to the heart of the patient’s story—and figuring out how to address it. Because they’re real, these stories often end without closure or solutions. Sometimes underlying causes aren’t found. Sometimes serious problems are missed. Some patients leave against doctor’s orders. Some are simply discharged into the night. A profoundly human book, Tornado of Life is poised to change the way we view doctors, illness, and the “emotional and moral contact sport” that is emergency medicine. Join us for what will be a profoundly human discussion. | |||
| Interview with Chris Vanover | 20 Jan 2023 | 00:56:10 | |
Chris Vanover is a founder of AuditClub, a group of former audit partners with a unique and valuable mix of Big 4, regional, and local firm experience. AuditClub provides flexible access to a seasoned team of Chief Auditors and specialists who bring more than 100 years of combined professional experience to their CPA Firm members, helping each of them succeed through better focus, better quality, and better results. They have a unique set of elements in their subscription pricing model. | |||
| Best books of 2022 | 13 Jan 2023 | 00:57:08 | |
An annual favorite going back to 2015, Ron and Ed talked about the best books they read each year. Sometimes there is overlap, other times none. (I suspect overlap this year!) Let’s start with a quote: “One must always be careful of books, said Tessa, and what is inside them, for words have the power to change us.” ? Cassandra Clare, Clockwork Angel | |||
| 2022 - The Year in Review | 06 Jan 2023 | 00:56:07 | |
One of two recap shows we do each year (the other will be next week's Best Books of 2022), Ron and Ed will take a look back at trends (business and otherwise), highlights, and lowlights from the year just past. We will review our favorite shows as well as the fan favorites and pay homage (or disparage when appropriate) those who crossed to the other side of the river in 2022. | |||
| CPA Comedian Greg Kyte | 16 Dec 2022 | 00:56:41 | |
Ed and Ron are supposed to discuss the controversies surrounding behavioral economics—including some of Dan Ariely’s research—and we probably will. But with Greg, you never know where the conversation will go. What you do know, is it will be entertaining, hilarious, and possibly even educational. Don’t miss this episode with one of the funniest CPA/MBA comedians out there, and Ron’s hero, Greg Kyte. | |||
| Juche for Dummies: Why Self-Sufficiency Sucks | 11 Apr 2025 | 01:00:40 | |
Ron and Ed break down the latest tariff policies of President Donald Trump, offering a free market critique of its implications. They explore how tariffs function as hidden taxes on consumers, challenge the idea of using protectionism as economic strategy, and examine the historical consequences of similar policies. With their signature blend of insight and humor, they discuss what this could mean for trade, inflation, and entrepreneurial freedom. | |||
| LIVE from the ITA 2022 Fall Collaborative | 09 Dec 2022 | 00:57:53 | |
Ron and Ed always enjoy taking the show on the road and on this weeks episode we will have some of that live energy from the crowd in Austin Texas. They will talk subscription, of course… as well as other ideas relating to technology consulting. As usual, it promises to be the fastest hour of the week. | |||
| Interview with Gale Pooley: Superabundance | 02 Dec 2022 | 00:55:33 | |
Ron and Ed are honored to welcome Gale L. Pooley to The Soul of the Enterprise to discuss his 2022 book, co-authored with Marian L. Tupy, Superabundance: The Story of Population Growth, Innovation, and Human Flourishing on an Infinitely Bountiful Planet. We interviewed Marian Tupy on the book back on September 23, 2022 (Episode #409). This is a groundbreaking book, a new way to measure standards of living, economic dynamism, innovation, growth, and resource abundance. It's certainly in our Top 5 books for 2022. You don't want to miss this discussion. | |||
| Interview with James Geraghty | 11 Nov 2022 | 00:55:43 | |
Ron and Ed welcome to the show James Geraghty. As a biotechnology executive, Jim has been a passionate participant in the orphan drug revolution since its inception. We will talk about his book, Inside the Orphan Drug Revolution, The Promise of Patient-Centered Biotechnology, which is in part a history, with eye-witness accounts of advances as they occurred and portraits of the pioneering scientists and physicians, tireless activists, and visionary business leaders who made the revolution happen. And it tells deeply personal stories of patients and parents willing to risk new, untried therapies. | |||
| Stack of Stuff | 04 Nov 2022 | 00:55:56 | |
George Gilder was unable to make it. So instead it’s a Stack of Stuff. Despite the weekly bonus episodes in which Ron and Ed go through their stack, things can build up over time. What better way to talk through the Twitter ownership change and how morticians are putting the fun in funerals? | |||
| Interview with Brian Domitrovic | 28 Oct 2022 | 00:55:30 | |
Ron and Ed welcome to the show one of the co-authors of the new book Taxes Have Consequences. Ever since 1913, when the United States first imposed the income tax via constitutional amendment, the top rate of that tax has determined the fate of the American economy. When the top rate has been high, as in the late 1910s, the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s, and 1970s, the response of those with money and capital has been to curtail real economic activity in favor of protecting assets and income streams. Huge declines have come to the economy in these circumstances | |||
| Interview with Dr. Reginald Lee | 21 Oct 2022 | 00:56:12 | |
Ed and Ron welcome back Dr. Reginald Lee for the 6th time! Join us for a free-wheeling discussion on a variety of topics. | |||
| Interview with John Farrell, The Clock and the Camshaft | 14 Oct 2022 | 00:55:56 | |
Join Ed and Ron for a discussion with John Farrell, author of The Clock and the Camshaft: And Other Medieval Inventions We Still Can’t Live Without. | |||
| Interview with Nicholas Eberstadt | 07 Oct 2022 | 00:56:35 | |
Current low rates of unemployment, touted by pundits and politicians, are grievously misleading. The truth is that fewer prime-age American men are looking for readily available work than at any previous juncture in our history. Ron and Ed will talk with Nicholas Eberstadt, author of Men Without Work: Post-Pandemic Edition. In addition to the book, they will talk about Nicholas's other area of expertise, North Korea. | |||
| Interview with David Leary | 30 Sep 2022 | 00:55:50 | |
Ron and Ed are thrilled to welcome David Leary, co-host of The Cloud Accounting Podcast to this week's episode to talk about various and sundry issues facing the accounting profession. We will include a conversation (read diatribe) about LEAN Six-sigma and how it ruins companies. For full show notes visit: http://thesoulofenterprise.com/410 | |||
| Second interview with Marian Tupy | 23 Sep 2022 | 00:56:59 | |
Even the most casual listener of the show will know that Ed and Ron rail on the billable hour as modern day Marxist thinking. Time is money! defenders of the billable hour declare. No, no, no. In his recent book, Superabundance: The Story of Population Growth, Innovation, and Human Flourishing on an Infinitely Bountiful Planet, this week's Guest, Marion Tupy offers the idea that while time is not money, however, MONEY IS TIME. Get ready for some cognitive dissonance! For shoe notes, visit http://thesoulofenterprise.com/409 | |||
| Milton’s Mandate: The Market, Morality, and Money | 04 Apr 2025 | 00:59:10 | |
In this episode, Ron and Ed dive into one of the most influential and debated essays in business and economic thought: Milton Friedman’s The Social Responsibility of Business Is to Increase Its Profits. Published in The New York Times in 1970, Friedman’s argument that businesses should focus solely on maximizing shareholder value while operating within the law sparked decades of debate about corporate ethics, stakeholder capitalism, and the role of business in society. Ron and Ed will unpack Friedman’s perspective, discuss its implications for modern businesses, and explore how it contrasts with contemporary views on corporate social responsibility (CSR) and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives. Is Friedman’s argument still valid in today’s world, or has the definition of corporate responsibility evolved? Tune in for an insightful discussion on one of the most enduring ideas in free-market economics. 📖 Read Friedman’s original essay: The New York Times | |||
| Interview with Scott Lincicome | 16 Sep 2022 | 00:56:07 | |
Ron and Ed welcome the CATO Institute's director of economics and trade policy studies, Scott Lincicome. Scott writes on international and domestic economic issues, including international trade; subsidies and industrial policy; manufacturing and global supply chains; and economic dynamism. For show notes, visit http://thesoulofenterprise.com/408 | |||
| Interview with Brett Haralson | 09 Sep 2022 | 00:56:41 | |
Ron and Ed welcome to the show Brett Haralson, director of community at our sponsor Melio. Brett has robust experience as a strategic leader focused on community strategy, and has been integral to influencing business growth while focusing on program development and management. Join us as he shares his thoughts on community (and maybe even talk a little BitCoin.) For show notes visit - http://thesoulofenterprise.com/407 | |||
| Interview with Reza Hooda | 02 Sep 2022 | 00:55:11 | |
Ron and Ed welcome Reza Hooda a chartered accountant in the UK who transformed his firm and subsequently himself. Back in 2008, he acquired a small firm called Walji & Co after he left his position as an accountant at PwC. He wanted to be my own boss as well as make a noticeable impact in some way to the accounting industry. We are excited to hear his story of how he has done just that. | |||