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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.
Episodes
73 episodes
72 – Raising Arizona
In this episode, Peter and Sonny address ABC-FEC’s leadership culture and commitment to employee development, drawing insights from our recent experience at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management in Tucson. They...
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Episode 72
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71 – Legislative Conference (LegCon) 2026
In the first episode of the year, Peter and Sonny dive into what we are expecting for the upcoming LegCon 2026, which will take place in Tallahassee from January 21st to 22nd. They delve into what usually happens at one of these events, ...
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Episode 71
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21:29
70 – ABC-FEC’s Word of the Year: Grit
In the first episode of 2026, Peter and Sonny discuss how, based on a study of college students in Southern California that found they are unable to perform basic math, we have decided that grit will become ABC-FEC’s word of the year. To kee...
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Episode 70
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21:36
69 – Our Most Interesting Stories of 2025
In this post-Christmas episode, Peter and Sonny reminisce on the year that was. They recap on what each other found most interesting during the last 12 months, both nationally and for ABC. The full audiovisual vers...
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Episode 69
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21:03
68 – Five Principles of Leadership
With more than 50 years of combined leadership experience, hosts Peter and Sonny dive into the five essential secrets that shape truly great leaders. In this episode, they share hard-earned insights, real-world lessons, and practical guidanc...
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Episode 68
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67 – You Don’t Hate the Media Enough
In this episode of The Obvious Podcast, Peter and Sonny break down why they push back so hard against legacy media. They examine how many outlets prioritize agendas over facts, highlight real-world examples, and challe...
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Episode 67
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20:08
66 – Narcoterrorism & Tryptophan
In our post-Thanksgiving episode, Peter and Sonny recount their holiday experience and delve into the current situation on the coasts of Venezuela, where the Trump administration is guarding the drug export and pressing the Maduro regime for...
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Episode 66
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22:10
65 – So Much We’re Thankful For at ABC-FEC
In our Thanksgiving episode, Peter and Sonny reminisce on the holiday, their traditions, and what they are thankful for. They reminisce on ABC-FEC’s 2025 victories and successes, including the passage of the LEA Bill, our Miami acquisition, ...
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Episode 65
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25:09
64 – The Nigerian Persecution of its Christian Population
This week, Peter and Sonny discuss the Nigerian genocide and how it has come to the forefront following Bill Maher’s mention of it on his show. They call out on “the Blue Hair Brigade” for not protesting this issue, and on the legacy media f...
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Episode 64
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63 – On Dick Cheney’s Life and Legacy
Peter and Sonny discuss the life and legacy of Vice President Dick Cheney, who recently passed away. They reminisce on his lifelong record of service for his country. They accept that they do not have to love the person to understand what he...
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Episode 63
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62 – The Filibuster and Why It Matters
Peter and Sonny delve into the function of the Filibuster and ask questions about the nonsense happening during the current government shutdown. The start talking about judges issuing injunctions, irregularities with the SNAP benefits ...
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Episode 62
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21:40
61 – Scripted Spontaneity (P2)
Peter and Sonny continue the conversation on incentivized activism with Adam Swart, CEO of Crowds on Demand. This company specializes in assisting unions, politicians, and other groups to enhance their messages on specific issues. They touch...
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Episode 61
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60 – Scripted Spontaneity (Part 1)
In this Episode, Peter and Sonny talk about professional protesters. They start with a clip from comedian Sebastian Maniscalco, who illustrates the issue at hand, and then continue with an eye-opening interview with Adam Swart from Crowds on...
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Episode 60
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26:04
59 - When the Smartest People Are Wrong
In this episode, Peter and Sonny delve into the recent peace deal in Gaza and how it got resolved not by professional diplomats and politicians but by real estate people. They express their skepticism but are still looking forward to the...
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Episode 59
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23:13
58 – Was Columbus Evil?
In this episode, Peter and Sonny celebrate Columbus Day by touching on the controversy of how the narrative of the discovery of the Americas has been reimagined by those who want to be offended on your behalf so they can feel morally superio...
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Episode 58
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57 – CEOs Who Hate the Brands They Run
In this episode, Peter and Sonny discuss the rebranding fiasco of Cracker Barrel. And not only Cracker Barrel, but Budweiser also botched it because of the hiring of the wrong people who don’t understand their brands or their customer base. ...
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Episode 57
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22:40
56 – A New Era Begins at ABCI’s Flagship Campus (Part 2)
In this episode, Peter and Sonny continue the broadcast from Hialeah during the site dedication, groundbreaking ceremony, of the ABC Institute Apprenticeship College’s new flagship campus. They delve into what the beginning of a new era mean...
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Episode 56
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24:33
55 – A New Era Begins at ABCI’s Flagship Campus (Part 1)
In this episode, Peter and Sonny broadcast from Hialeah during the site dedication, groundbreaking ceremony, of the ABC Institute Apprenticeship College’s new flagship campus. They delve into what the beginning of a new era means for us, and...
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Episode 55
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20:35
Special Episode on Charlie Kirk
This is a special episode of The Obvious Podcast, where Peter and Sonny discuss the Charlie Kirk assassination and what it says about the state of the discourse of our country. What happens when people with different points of view stop talk...
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54 - We Own Intel… Now What? (Part 2)
In this episode, Peter and Sonny continue last week’s discussion on the government’s strategy with its $10B investment in Intel. They touch on how after our experience with Covid, we must take control of manufacturing our own chips, our own ...
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Episode 54
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22:49
53 – We Own Intel… Now What?
In this episode, Peter and Sonny compare the money the Biden administration wasted by investing in Intel in exchange for nothing. In contrast, the Trump administration did the same in exchange for a 10% stake in the company. Is this corporat...
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Episode 53
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52 – Gerrymandering and the Alinsky Effect
In today’s episode, Peter and Sonny discuss how the current gerrymandering argument is dominating the news cycle and how the Alinsky effect is being applied to Republicans during the process. They touch on the history of the practice, which ...
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Episode 52
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51 – America’s Unique Competitive Advantage is President Trump
In this episode, Peter and Sonny dive into why America must lead the world in Artificial Intelligence and why President Trump is uniquely positioned to make it happen. They break down how energy production is the true engine of progress, why...
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Episode 51
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50 - Milestone & a Bold New Chapter for Apprenticeship Training in Florida
Peter and Sonny mark our 50th podcast episode with a look back at the journey so far and a big announcement. We reveal details about ABC Institute Apprenticeship College’s upcoming Miami-Dade Flagship Campus and explore how it will redefine ...
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Episode 50
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