In this edition of This Week in Business History, Kelly Barner remembers key innovations, inventions, and firsts that took place between August 30th and September 3rd. In our main story, she tells the wild but true story behind the discovery of the Slinky and the journey that it started for one family in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. We’ll also hear about the founder of the first African-American owned magazine, the introduction of the ATM, and mark a few business history birthdays.
More Podcast Episodes
leadership
Podcast
November 20, 2025
How Purpose-Driven Leadership Can Transform Logistics and Sustainability
In this inspiring episode of Logistics with Purpose®️, presented by Vector Global Logistics in partnership with Supply Chain Now, hosts Enrique Alvarez and guest co-host Paul Courtney, President of Courtney Agencies, sit down with Rob Safrata—entrepreneur, CEO, and leader behind several purpose-driven companies including Novex Couriers and Fuse Power. Rob shares his journey from a young entrepreneur to a changemaker committed to building businesses that serve people, planet, and profit. Together, we explore how sustainability can be integrated into every layer of operations, why B Corp certification is such a powerful benchmark for ethical business, and how leadership rooted in purpose can spark meaningful transformation across logistics, delivery services, and beyond. You’ll hear insights on: How purpose-driven leadership fuels long-term success The benefits—and challenges—of building sustainable companies The role of B Corp certification in validating ethical practices How technology is shaping the future of sustainability Practical advice for leaders who want to drive positive change If you’re passionate about sustainability, ethical business, or the future of logistics, this episode will leave you inspired and empowered to make an impact in your own sphere. This episode is hosted by Enrique Alvarez and Paul Courtney, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua…
Podcast
August 6, 2025
Combatiendo el Hambre un Camión a la vez
Hablemos sobre un tema que nos afecta a todos: el desperdicio de alimentos y la inseguridad alimentaria.En este episodio nuestra host Sofía Rivas habla con Stephanie De La Hoz, directora de programas en Move for Hunger; organización sin fines de lucro que lucha contra el hambre. ¿Sabías que en Estados Unidos se desperdicia el 40% de los alimentos mientras 1 de cada 5 niños pasa hambre? Move for Hunger nace para combatir estos problemas. Lo que comenzó como una idea sencilla—rescatar la comida que las familias dejaban al mudarse—se ha convertido en una red nacional que moviliza a más de 1,300 empresas para recolectar y transportar alimentos que, de otro modo, acabarían en la basura. Stephanie nos explica cómo han logrado conectar excedentes con bancos de alimentos, incluso en situaciones críticas como entregas rechazadas por los retailers. A través de colaboración con transportistas, 3PLs y CPGs, están construyendo una red logística con propósito. Si trabajas en logística, transporte, producción o distribución de alimentos, este episodio es una invitación a ser parte del cambio. Porque la comida no debería ser desperdiciada, y el hambre no debería ser una estadística más. ¿Te interesa ser parte de la red de transportistas? Únete aquí:…