Joan and Jim talk about the dangers of "creeping protectionism" first and then move on to talk about the impact of increased interest rates on small businesses. They also talk about increases in travel expenses and what that will mean for the increased use of meeting technology. Next they talk about Net Neutrality and how this debate is shaping up, and they wrap up with a little Congressional politics.

Jim O joins Jim B first with an update on the flooding in the D.C. area. Next they discuss alternative fuels in our future, then move on to talk about what the Fed will do with interest rates, recent Supreme Court rulings on property rights, whether the President will get line-item veto power, a negative ruling for unions, and finally, the recent travails of Airbus in it's fight to compete with Boeing.

Don talks with Jim about his thoughts on the New York Times' decision to publish a story on a top secret anti-terrorist program conducted by the government. He then talks about how he thinks the 2006 elections will turn out and who he thinks will be the '08 party nominees for president.

Joan reports with Jim about some of the several reasons health care expenses increases are abating. They go on to talk about the price of energy over the next six months, tax breaks on hybrid vehicles, and the need to safeguard the information on your technology.

Joan joins Jim to talk about the current and future state of housing in America, how foreign auto makers are beating U.S. manufacturers in the U.S. They go on to talk about whether pennies will become a thing of the past, and whether the retirement of air traffic controllers will slow air travel. Final topic is e-business and whether the fear of loss of privacy is causing some consumers to resist doing business online.

Rob joins Jim to talk about a small business award program his magazine is launching. Rob recently attended a conference and he also talk about what he learned there. Rob also offers Jim's audience the opportunity to receive a free subscription to his outstanding magazine, just by going to www.nyreports.com/jbsba. Wherever you live, Jim encourages you to take advantage of this generous offer.

Joan and Jim begin by talking about the impact Iraq will have on American politics, including their thoughts on the reported death of al-Zarqari. They move on to talk about some of the U.S. economic indicators. Next they discuss new banking regulations, new restrictions of fax marketing, the effort to solve the undocumented worker situation in the U.S.

Jim O joins Jim B to talk about some of the things Kiplinger has to say about our world, including which political party is in the most danger of losing seats in November. They also talk about the economy, the cost of healthcare, technology, English as the official language of the U.S., and finally, energy as a resource and as it plays out in politics. <br></["br"]>

Jim O joins Jim B to cover this week's Kiplinger Letter. They begin with a significant discussion about the impact of inflation on the global economy, including your small business. They move on to discuss the costs and availability of goods and service, including insurance. Next topic is immigration and finally, a little bit on technology, especially the future of hydrogen power.

Joan and Jim talk about the impact of China on a number of aspects of the global marketplace, especially with regard to raw materials. They go on to talk about the U.S. economy, small manufacturers, alternative fuels, grass on your roof (honest), and finally, recent tax legislation.