The Obvious Podcast
A podcast presented by the Associated Builders and Contractors Florida East-Coast Chapter (ABC-FEC), where we discuss today's news, economy, and political sphere from a perspective that really should be obvious.
Hosted by ABC-FEC’s Peter Dyga (CEO) and Sonny Maken (COO), each 20-minute episode provides listeners with a quick overview of the week's most pressing issues, cutting through the clutter of conflicting information to deliver clear, concise insights. Whether it’s about regulations or political decisions affecting the construction industry, economic shifts, or conflicting messages from news sources, this podcast strives for a straightforward point of view.
Subscribe now for candid conversations, expert opinions, guest perspectives, and a fresh take on the challenges and opportunities shaping our sector and the nation’s future.
The Obvious Podcast is a production of ABC-FEC. Unless otherwise stated, all content reflects the opinions of the guests and hosts. Each episode is also available in audiovisual format on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3TqIo1G. For comments and questions, email theobvious@abceastflorida.com.
The Obvious Podcast
Latest Episodes
92 – Hidden Dangers Facing Your Organization (Part 2)
In this episode, Peter and Sonny discuss the hidden dangers organizations face when they lose sight of their mission, values, and long-term vision. Building on the previous episode, they explore how leaders can identify internal and external th...
91 – Hidden Dangers Facing Your Organization (Part 1)
In this episode, Peter and Sonny discuss a comment by Tucker Carlson on the Megyn Kelly podcast, in which they both disagree with President Trump over the war in Iran. Yet Sony disputes Carlson’s view that every war fundamentally transforms soc...
90 – Commemorating Memorial Day
In this episode, Peter and Sonny discuss the true meaning of Memorial Day and why it remains one of the most important yet misunderstood American holidays. They reflect on the sacrifices made by U.S. military service members, the distinction be...
89 – Why DC Matters to Your Business
Businesses of every size and why contractors need a stronger voice in federal policy discussions. They break down how government regulation, labor policy, immigration reform, workforce development, and project labor agreements (PLAs) influence ...
88– Social Engineering at the Cost of American Business
In this episode, Peter and Sonny explore how regulatory policies shape today’s business environment and impact the American business. They share insights from Citadel’s CEO, Ken Griffin, on post-election shifts after Donald Trump’s 2024 vict...