Could water become more valuable than oil for future generations? John Stanton joins Jim Blasingame to report on the impact of a growing global population on the planet's finite water supply and consequently, on our lives and businesses.

Global demand for commodities will continue to drive prices higher. John Stanton joins Jim Blasingame to report on the rising middle class in many countries will increase both demand and prices for commodities.

How much will the 2012 drought impact your budget? John Stanton joins Jim Blasingame to report on how much our modern marketplace uses corn and soybeans and how the 2012 drought will impact your entire budget.

Are we heading for the "fiscal cliff" in 2012? Bill Brandt joins Jim Blasingame to explain the dangerous elements of the fiscal cliff - tax increases, sequestration, etc. - and whether the U.S. government will prevent this disaster.

Will Obamacare create millions of new public sector union members? Avik Roy joins Jim Blasingame to report on how Obamacare could create millions of new public sector union members and billions in dues for unions like SEIU.

How are America's small farmers dealing with the 2012 drought? Amanda Mosiman joins Jim Blasingame to report on drought conditions in the Midwest, especially southern Indiana, including rain shortfall, crop loss for corn and soybeans.

Are Americans willing to deal with the truth about our fiscal and financial problems? Burt Folsom joins Jim Blasingame to ask whether American voters are prepared to deal with the truth about what has to be done to fix our fiscal challenges.

What's the difference between GDP and GNP and why should you care? Jim Blasingame explains the difference between GDP and GNP and reports on a poll of small business owners about what they think about the economy in the second half of 2012.

Will Romney-Ryan help the U.S. solve its debt problem? Bill Dunkelberg joins Jim Blasingame to explain why he thinks Romney and Ryan will be better for the U.S. at reducing the deficit and national debt.

NFIB Survey: Small business sales and hiring are down. Bill Dunkelberg joins Jim Blasingame with the NFIB Survey that shows small business sales, hiring and spending are down again.