Joan joins Jim again to discuss what is in the most recent Kiplinger Letter. The bulls are running, and hopefully they will continue to run.

Jim and Rich talk about the parliment and government in Kuwait after Rich's trip there.

Joan joins Jim to discuss the latest Kiplinger letter. They talk about natural gas, and the bad news associated with it. They also talk about alternative fuels that could be better developed. In the second half of the hour, Joan and Jim explain the taxpayers bill of right that would provide relief to taxpayers.

Jim and Steven talk about his book and the people he picked to tell their stories.

Ken joins Jim from Washington D.C. as they reflect on what Independence Day means to the nation and to them. They also talk about the Founding Fathers and the lasting contributions to the country that they made. They go on to discuss the Kiplinger Letter and how the manufacturing industry is on the mend.

Jim talks with Walter about his new book, "Benjamin Franklin: An American Life". They discuss Benjamin Franklin's contributions to small business.

Joan joins Jim to talk about how the benefits cost for small businesses is not going up as rapidly, but small businesses are still seeing the increase.

Richard joins Jim to talk about Father's Day and how their fathers taught them through example.

Jim and Joan talk about how the U.S. has a soft dollar, but still has one of the strongest economies in the world.

Michael and Jim talk about the evolution of media outlets and FCC regulations.