Eric Ireland lives in the Upcountry of South Carolina, near the Blue Ridge Mountains, where he works at Michelin's North American headquarters. Eric and host Michael Whidden (who lives in Brooklyn, NY) became friends through an organization, Braver Angels, which is building bridges across the political spectrum throughout the country.
Eric discusses his life, which has long been based in the Palmetto State but included more than a decade in Ohio. He further shares enthusiasm for his hometown’s modern comforts and natural beauty and talks about a few iconic global companies headquartered there. Eric touches upon the fun but intense college football rivalry between Clemson University and the University of South Carolina. Eric and Michael swap notes on technology, parenting and transporting kids around whether it be by car or subway.
Eric has hope each day because he believes the foundation of our country is good and will help us persevere through the inevitable struggles the times throw at us.