Professor Brian Wigley with Shenandoah University discusses the economic impact of the NCAA tournament (0:00). Emily Turner from The Sugar Jar joins to talk all things sweets (24:25).

Former US Sen. Phil Gramm shares 'The Myth of American Inequality: How Government Biases Policy Debate ' (1:00) Park City owners dish on new restaurant Stacked (29:23) Local business owners on founding 30 Minute Tire  (42:40)

Journalist and author Rachel Abrams speaks about her new book, "Unscripted: The Epic Battle for a Media Empire and the Redstone Family Legacy."Then urban sociologist John Schlichtman discusses his latest release, "Showroom City: Real Estate and Resistance in the Furniture Capital of the World."Plus, KCPW General Manager Renai Bodley Miller shares successes from the winter pledge drive.

Latham and Watkins partner Matthew Brill discusses the Supreme Court, Section 230 and free speech on the internet.Then Michael Gilmore shares his news book, "The Little Book of Zen Money: A Simple Path to Financial Peace of Mind."

Harvard professor Naomi Oreskes discusses American business vs. government.Laura Dribin, founder and CEO of Peritius Consulting, shares how organizations can leverage partnerships with system integrators. Little India has just opened a new location and is now serving flavorsome and authentic Indian food in Heber City.

Steve Case, co-founder of AOL and CEO of Revolution LLC, shares his new book, "Rise of the Rest: How Entrepreneurs in Surprising Places are Building the New American Dream."Then former BBDO Executive Creative Director Tom Darbyshire breaks down the good, the bad and the ineffective ads from Super Bowl 57.

Author Henry Sanderson shares his new book, “Volt Rush: The Winners and Losers in the Race to Go Green.” (01:04) Then Parkite Karey Barker joins us, founding managing director of Cross Creek Advisors. (25:59) And Goldman Sachs’ 10,000 Small Businesses Voices Program explores issues affecting the small business community ahead of President Biden’s State of the Union Address. (40:54)

Author Chris Miller talks about his new book, "Chip War: The Quest to Dominate the World's Most Critical Technology." (01:09) Carl Richards, Parkite and creator of the Sketch Guy column, appearing weekly in The New York Times, shares how he makes complex financial concepts easy to understand. (22:54) Thomas Clardy, founder and CEO of Powder Watts, explains how the smart camera system employs AI to help manage rooftop heat cables. (40:49)

In this episode Mountain Money speaks with Scott Ballenger, law professor at the University of Virginia, about the Supreme Court’s recent cases with respect to Affirmative Action. (00:04)Doug Kantor, with the National Association for Convenience Stores, joins us to discuss how the Credit Card Competition Act would end Visa and Mastercard’s monopoly over credit card processing. (20:07)Spa Tender has been providing quality weekly spa cleaning services to the Park City, Utah area since 1985. Patrick Fabian recently purchased the business and is here this morning in the studio with us. (40:36)

Cathy Hackl, author of "Into the Metaverse: The Essential Guide to the Business Opportunities of the Web3 Era," shares insight into what it is, how it works and why it will be playing a major role in technology and society. The Inflation Reduction Act provided the IRS with nearly $80 billion in funding. Scott Michel, attorney with Caplin & Drysdale, shares insight into how the funding will impact audits and who will bear the brunt of increased scrutiny.Outdoor Retailer's Marisa Nicholson discusses the changes to the Outdoor Retailer show as it returns to Utah.

Today on Mountain Money, hosts Doug Wells and Alison Kuhlow speak with:John Kenworthy, owner of Flanagan's on Main, who shares insights into the tourist traffic seen over the past two weeks and what businesses in Historic Park City are anticipating for the remainder of the winter.Then, Jackson Sterling of Sterling Steak and Lounge is joins the show this morning to talk about their first year in business.

Mountain Money looks back at the authors we've interviewed over the last year and highlights five books on many of 2022’s best business books lists. The topics include venture capitalism, influences of consulting firms, maritime high jacking and more.

What happened with FTX? Former SEC enforcement attorney breaks down crypto collapse.JW Allen & Sons Toy and Candy Shop shares unique holiday gift ideas.Tax consultant discusses opportunities for year-end charitable contributions.

Mountain Money talks with MotionMetrics, the company that makes Carv digital ski coach, the world’s first wearable that helps you ski better.Registration for the High School Utah Entrepreneur Challenge is now open. Program Director Anne Bastien shares information on how student teams can register and compete for $30,000.Main Street stores Southwestern Expressions and Pine celebrate 35 years with owners Monty and Kelley Coates.

Earl Foote with Nexus IT discusses the best ways to approach our own cybersecurity needs after the recent breach of password manager LastPass.Visier, an HR analytics company, discusses its study showing the heavy price employees pay for working on vacation.Kris and Sadie Gabler, the owners of the Park City small-batch, all-natural dog treat company Drool, shared what they have learned through their small business journey.

Kristin McGrath with Retail Me Not shares the history of Cyber Monday and this year’s expected spendLori Ann LaRocco, CNBC senior editor and author specializes in the transportation of goods helps us understand the potential for a railroad strikeThe biggest vacation trends expected this year and the upcoming ski season with Steve Perkins of Natural Retreats

The Carlyle Group's David Rubenstein discusses new book, "How to Invest: Masters on the Craft"Crypto journalist talks FTX and what it means for crypto going forwardSmall Business Saturday's important impact on Park City

GrubHub/Fixer founder Mike Evans shares secrets of his success in his new book, "Hangry: A Startup Journey." Paul Gestos with "United Today, Stronger Tomorrow" discusses its current project in the Intermountain West collecting public input on the use of federal infrastructure funds.Owners CC and Mike Harrison opened Hana Ramen Bar with one goal in mind, to serve up the best soul warming ramen possible.

Stephen Spaulding financial advisor with Edward Jones joins us to discuss how the results of this year’s midterm election could affect the stock market. (01:06)Dan Howard with Park City’s Chamber and Visitors Bureau provides an overview of what tourism may look like this winter season. (19:36)Rhonda Sideris, president and founder of Park City Lodging, discusses how they were selected as one of Utah’s 100 Companies Championing Women. (37:13) Mountain Money ends KPCW’s Development Director Sarah Ervin sharing highlights of the station’s Live PC Give PC efforts. (47:01)

Park City Community Foundation’s "Live PC Give PC" giving day, behind the screams look at haunted houses, Americans' spending on Halloween expected to reach new record