The Obvious Podcast

By: ABC Florida East Coast Chapter
  • Summary

  • 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.

    © 2025 ABC Florida East Coast
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Episodes
  • 21 – Get Into Politics or Get Out of Business
    Jan 24 2025

    In this episode, Peter and Sonny talk to John Parker of PCL Construction, the new Chair of ABC-FEC’s Legislative Committee. They discuss John’s background in the industry, meritocracy, and the committee’s 2025 strategic plan for the chapter and state.

    The full audiovisual version of this episode is available on YouTube:
    https://youtu.be/N3d8amIEr8A

    “The Obvious Podcast” is a production of ABC Florida East Coast Chapter. Unless otherwise stated, all content reflects the opinions of the guests and hosts.

    If you like “The Obvious Podcast,” you can subscribe in all the major podcast platforms, such as Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, or Spotify, among others. We encourage you to leave us a review so other listeners can find us. You may also follow “The Obvious Podcast” on Instagram and Twitter/X.

    ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theobvious_podcast

    ►X: https://x.com/TheObv_podcast

    ►Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/TheObvious_Podcast

    ►Email: theobvious@abceastflorida.com

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    23 mins
  • 20 – Leadership Matters. The LA Fires
    Jan 17 2025

    In this episode, Peter and Sonny celebrate our 20th episode by discussing what is happening in the Los Angeles fires and its consequences due to bad policies and a lack of leadership. They contrast this to a random press briefing for hurricane preparedness by Governor Ron DeSantis.

    The full audiovisual version of this episode is available on YouTube:
    https://youtu.be/H-r69rxjsEU

    “The Obvious Podcast” is a production of ABC Florida East Coast Chapter. Unless otherwise stated, all content reflects the opinions of the guests and hosts.

    If you like “The Obvious Podcast,” you can subscribe in all the major podcast platforms, such as Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, or Spotify, among others. We encourage you to leave us a review so other listeners can find us. You may also follow “The Obvious Podcast” on Instagram and Twitter/X.

    ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theobvious_podcast

    ►X: https://x.com/TheObv_podcast

    ►Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/TheObvious_Podcast

    ►Email: theobvious@abceastflorida.com

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    23 mins
  • 19 – ABC FEC Membership with Jay Sweeney
    Jan 10 2025

    In this episode, Peter and Sonny share airtime with Jay Sweeney, the VP of Membership Services, as they discuss the value of becoming a member, our growth, and how other members have benefitted from our association.

    The full audiovisual version of this episode is available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RjUApf4NFTY

    “The Obvious Podcast” is a production of ABC Florida East Coast Chapter. Unless otherwise stated, all content reflects the opinions of the guests and hosts.

    If you like “The Obvious Podcast,” you can subscribe in all the major podcast platforms, such as Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, or Spotify, among others. We encourage you to leave us a review so other listeners can find us. You may also follow “The Obvious Podcast” on Instagram and Twitter/X.

    ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theobvious_podcast

    ►X: https://x.com/TheObv_podcast

    ►Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/TheObvious_Podcast

    ►Email: theobvious@abceastflorida.com

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    19 mins

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