South Florida’s Top Business Podcast

Reflections of a Living Kidney Donor; Wealth, Power and Philanthropy; Office Leasing Tips

SHARE

living kidney donor icon hands forming heart

Episode 442: 11-09-17

Reflections of a Living Kidney Donor

Vickie O’Neill-Haber is a living kidney donor who gave one of her kidneys to another person that she did not know. Hear her amazing story. Find out what motivated her and how she feels about it today.

Jim will also give an update on his continuing efforts to find a kidney donor for his wife, Vivian Fried.

Wealth, Power and Philanthropy

David Callahan is the author of numerous non-fiction books. He is founder and editor of the media site Inside Philanthropy, and co-founder of the national think tank Demos. His writing has appeared in numerous publications, including The New York Times, USA Today, the Los Angeles Times, and The Washington Post. He is a frequent media commentator.

Callahan’s latest book is The Givers: Wealth, Power, and Philanthropy in a New Gilded Age (Deckle Edge), his inside look at the secretive world of elite philanthropists – and how they’re quietly wielding ever more power to shape American life in ways both good and bad.

Jim and David discuss wealth, power and philanthropy.

Office Leasing Tips

Jorge L. Morales is Founder and President of Blue Box Real Estate, LLC. A 20+ year commercial real estate veteran in the South Florida market, Morales has vast experience and knowledge of the office leasing sector on behalf of both landlords and tenants. He has represented more than 3.5 million square feet of office product.

Morales is author of the business book Don’t Sign the Lease! The Tale of a Triumphant Business Owner. He holds a broker license and earned the coveted CCIM designation in 2000.

Jim and Jorge discuss common issues that business owners face when they lease an office.

Vivian Fried Kidney Transplant Update

Jim’s wife, Vivian Fried, still needs a kidney donor urgently. She is staying strong and upbeat! Please help!!

Donations are welcome. Visit http://bit.ly/showvivlove2017.

For an update on Vivian and her search for a kidney transplant, watch her interview on WPLGTV10 in Miami: http://bit.ly/Viv10

For information on kidney donation, email R1125@renewal.org

Episode 442: 11-09-17

(To download, right-click and select “Save Link As”.)

Recent Posts

Follow Us

Watch Recent Episode

In Episode 820 of Fried on Business, host Jim Fried welcomes Larry Zinn, Executive General Manager of Warren Henry Automotive, to talk about the company’s groundbreaking automotive vocational training program—a paid, two-year opportunity aimed at helping high school students launch careers in the auto industry.

Warren Henry Automotive is a sponsor of Fried on Business. This episode features a discussion of their training program as part of that ongoing relationship.

As the automotive world continues to evolve with technology and electrification, the demand for skilled technicians and service advisors is growing rapidly. Zinn shares how Warren Henry is addressing that gap by reaching out to students who want more than a classroom education. Through this program, participants gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and a real paycheck—all while developing valuable skills that can lead to full-time roles in one of Florida’s most respected dealership networks.

This episode covers how the initiative works, what students can expect to learn, and why supporting workforce development in trades is not just good business—it’s a smart investment in the future.

Whether you're an educator, parent, student, or someone curious about alternative career paths beyond college, this episode delivers real insight into how local businesses can drive impact and opportunity from the ground up.

🎧 Tune in now to learn how Warren Henry is putting young talent in the driver’s seat of their futures.

🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6126418013716480

In Episode 820 of Fried on Business, host Jim Fried welcomes Larry Zinn, Executive General Manager of Warren Henry Automotive, to talk about the company’s groundbreaking automotive vocational training program—a paid, two-year opportunity aimed at helping high school students launch careers in the auto industry.

Warren Henry Automotive is a sponsor of Fried on Business. This episode features a discussion of their training program as part of that ongoing relationship.

As the automotive world continues to evolve with technology and electrification, the demand for skilled technicians and service advisors is growing rapidly. Zinn shares how Warren Henry is addressing that gap by reaching out to students who want more than a classroom education. Through this program, participants gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and a real paycheck—all while developing valuable skills that can lead to full-time roles in one of Florida’s most respected dealership networks.

This episode covers how the initiative works, what students can expect to learn, and why supporting workforce development in trades is not just good business—it’s a smart investment in the future.

Whether you're an educator, parent, student, or someone curious about alternative career paths beyond college, this episode delivers real insight into how local businesses can drive impact and opportunity from the ground up.

🎧 Tune in now to learn how Warren Henry is putting young talent in the driver’s seat of their futures.

🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6126418013716480

2 0

YouTube Video VVU4aS1uUXJ0T1VrQmVOeGNhODFzaHV3LlN2NUdnM1NTSVVr

From Classroom to Garage: Larry Zinn on Career Paths in the Auto Industry

Jim Fried 8 views 16 hours ago

Embracing AI: The Future of Business Efficiency

Jim Fried 92 views March 25, 2025 3:31 pm