In this episode of Main Street Matters, Alfredo Ortiz interviews Michael Whatley, Chairman of the Republican National Committee. They discuss the significance of rescission packages, the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill on small businesses, trade strategies, the role of regulations, and the importance of a balanced budget. Whatley shares insights on his journey to chairmanship and the current economic trends affecting small businesses in America.

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Alfredo Ortiz interviews Michael Whatley, Chairman of the Republican National Committee. They discuss the significance of rescission packages, the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill on small businesses, trade strategies, the role of regulations, and the importance of a balanced budget. Whatley shares insights on his journey to chairmanship and the current economic trends affecting small businesses in America.

Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.

Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.

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In this episode of Main Street Matters, Alfredo Ortiz interviews Michael Whatley, Chairman of the Republican National Committee. They discuss the significance of rescission packages, the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill on small businesses, trade strategies, the role of regulations, and the importance of a balanced budget.

Rescissions, Regulations & the Road to Recovery: Michael Whatley on Small Biz and Budget Strategy

How do decisions made in Washington impact Main Street America? Elaine Parker sits down with Caroline Melear of the R Street Institute to break down the economic forces shaping the future of small businesses. From banking regulations and lending access to inflation, interest rates, tariffs, and global conflicts, they connect policy decisions to everyday economic realities.

They also discuss the lasting effects of Dodd-Frank, uncertainty caused by shifting administrations, rising gas prices, Federal Reserve challenges, and why small businesses often feel the impact of regulations first.

How do decisions made in Washington impact Main Street America? Elaine Parker sits down with Caroline Melear of the R Street Institute to break down the economic forces shaping the future of small businesses. From banking regulations and lending access to inflation, interest rates, tariffs, and global conflicts, they connect policy decisions to everyday economic realities.
They also discuss the lasting effects of Dodd-Frank, uncertainty caused by shifting administrations, rising gas prices, Federal Reserve challenges, and why small businesses often feel the impact of regulations first.

How do decisions made in Washington impact Main Street America? Elaine Parker sits down with Caroline Melear of the R Street Institute to break down the economic forces shaping the future of small businesses. 

Inflation, Interest Rates & Small Business: What Happens Next?

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On this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Breitbart economics editor John Carney for a deep dive into America’s inflation crisis, rising gas prices, mortgage rates, AI job disruption, and the Federal Reserve’s next move.

Carney explains why inflation is spreading beyond energy prices, how “demand destruction” could hit American families this summer, and why the Fed may not cut interest rates anytime soon. The conversation also explores the housing market slowdown, AI’s impact on jobs, soaring airline costs, and whether the economy is headed toward stagflation.

On this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Breitbart economics editor John Carney for a deep dive into America&rsquo;s inflation crisis, rising gas prices, mortgage rates, AI job disruption, and the Federal Reserve&rsquo;s next move.
Carney explains why inflation is spreading beyond energy prices, how &ldquo;demand destruction&rdquo; could hit American families this summer, and why the Fed may not cut interest rates anytime soon. The conversation also explores the housing market slowdown, AI&rsquo;s impact on jobs, soaring airline costs, and whether the economy is headed toward stagflation.

On this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker sits down with Breitbart economics editor John Carney for a deep dive into America’s inflation crisis, rising gas prices, mortgage rates, AI job disruption, and the Federal Reserve’s next move.

Why Gas Prices, Mortgage Rates & Inflation Could Crush the Economy This Summer

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On this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker speaks with Florida-based Caribou Coffee and Subway franchise owner Bill Mathis about how tax reform, no tax on tips, and overtime policy changes are impacting workers, hiring, and small business growth.

Bill shares his firsthand experience operating businesses in both Florida and Minnesota, revealing the dramatic differences in taxes, regulations, labor costs, and economic opportunity between the two states. The conversation also explores inflation, gas prices, hiring challenges, franchise expansion, employee retention, and why pro-growth policies matter for Main Street businesses across America.

On this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker speaks with Florida-based Caribou Coffee and Subway franchise owner Bill Mathis about how tax reform, no tax on tips, and overtime policy changes are impacting workers, hiring, and small business growth.
Bill shares his firsthand experience operating businesses in both Florida and Minnesota, revealing the dramatic differences in taxes, regulations, labor costs, and economic opportunity between the two states. The conversation also explores inflation, gas prices, hiring challenges, franchise expansion, employee retention, and why pro-growth policies matter for Main Street businesses across America.

On this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker speaks with Florida-based Caribou Coffee and Subway franchise owner Bill Mathis about how tax reform, no tax on tips, and overtime policy changes are impacting workers, hiring, and small business growth.

How No Tax on Tips & Overtime Changed This Small Business Overnight

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Rescissions, Regulations & the Road to Recovery: Michael Whatley on Small Biz and Budget Strategy

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