NJ101.5 Senior Political Director and News Anchor Eric Scott appeared on the latest episode of “Minding Your Business” on News 12+, joining Bob Considine to talk about his new nightly program “Jersey Thing,” the fiscal year 2027 state budget, and recent political developments in Trenton, according to a Mar. 9 announcement.
Scott said the show is designed to make New Jersey’s complex issues more understandable for viewers. “[The show is] about celebrating New Jersey, it’s about putting the fun in our dysfunctional government, it’s about everything that we deal with in the Garden State and we try to break down some complicated issues in ways that people can understand,” Scott said.
He also described the motivation behind “Jersey Thing.” “A lot of times it’s really difficult to understand how we got to where we are in New Jersey. So really, at its heart, a ‘Jersey Thing’ is why is this a Jersey thing? Is there any way that we can fix it? Where are we going and why are we in a handbasket?”
“Minding Your Business” is produced by the New Jersey Business and Industry Association (NJBIA), which serves as the nation’s largest statewide employer association representing employers across various sectors according to the official website. The association advances competitive excellence and financial success for its members while providing essential information and services according to the official website. Michele Siekerka serves as president and chief executive officer of NJBIA according to the official website.
NJBIA supports private-sector employers throughout New Jersey according to the official website, facilitates partnerships among businesses, government entities, and academic institutions according to the official website, and offers advocacy, practical information, and cost-saving benefits for business prosperity according to the official website.
The TV show has received seven Telly Awards over three years, including a gold award in 2024 for Interview & Talk Show. It airs on News 12+ at 9:30 a.m. every Saturday and Sunday, as well as at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday.
