The Steve Harvey Morning Show

Desi Perkins launched her YouTube and Instagram profiles to focus on makeup-and people LOVED it. And when she launched a line of sunglasses with a major sunglass brand, people ate that up, too. But when it came time to renegotiate the contract with that brand… that didn’t go as planned. She and her husband Steven set out to do it on their own, knowing if the brand failed it was on them. 

Join Ben and Tanya as they chat with Desi and Steven about their daring real-life expansion of the online brand. Discover how they converted digital followers into real sales, demanding the best from their suppliers and refusing to settle for lackluster deal terms from a major company. These are The Unshakeables.  

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Rob Starkman’s sophomore year was not a typical college experience. He spent most days chugging energy drinks and sweating over fabric dyes in his dorm room. It had all started a few months before, when Rob took on a new role as student manager of the men’s basketball team and it all almost ended when one of the largest companies in the world sent him a cease and desist letter. 

Join Ben and Tanya as they chat with Rob about the stroke of inspiration that started Rock ‘Em Socks in a dorm room, and the large legal team that went after the business. Discover how he fought back, overcoming obstacles from outside and inside—his company, and the hard-won lessons that put Rock’Em on the map. 

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The 2008 Global Financial Crisis was hard for almost everyone. Fuquan Bilal remembers it like it was yesterday. A real estate investor, among other things, he came home to the news of the crash and the sharp realization that he lost $2 million overnight. That could have been the end with advisors telling him to file for bankruptcy. 

Join Ben and Tanya as they chat with Fuquan about how he fought to keep his companies afloat. Discover how he brought his business back from the dead, ignoring common sense, for his own gut instincts, his investments to diversify his income, and back into better communities for all. These are The Unshakeables.   

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When Denise Woodard found out her daughter Vivi had severe food allergies, she went into super mom mode. She looked for food that was nutritious and fun but what she found at the store was disappointing at best. So she took to the kitchen and started making her own snacks for Vivi, laying the foundation for Partake Foods, a Black-owned, female-led company offering allergy-friendly foods. As her snacks started to gain traction, Denise realized she needed more capital—and fast—if she wanted Partake to succeed. 

Join Ben and Tanya as they chat with Denise about Partakes-humble beginnings and near failure to launch. Discover her commitment to funding Partake, pawning her engagement ring and emptying her savings in the process, and a chance meeting in a trade show bathroom that unlocked new doors for the company. These are The Unshakeables. 

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It can be tough to start a business. And if you’re a young family on the brink of the birth of your first child, it can be even tougher. Yet George and Margarita Rivera did it anyway. When George came home and told Margarita he quit his job to start his own electric company, she had apprehensions. Could they keep their family afloat while starting this new company? 

Join Ben and Tanya as they chat with the founders of Doc Watts Electric about those first rocky months. Discover how they built a company as they built their family, learned the tools of the trade while learning how to run a successful business— and avoided their competitor’s mistakes by looking to the future. These are The Unshakeables. 

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Melissa Gallardo’s childhood smelled like dark-roast coffee and lavender Fabulosa. As an adult, she found it difficult to find fragrances that made her feel at home, so she took it into her own hands and taught herself to make candles. It was a fun hobby side hustle until a 5,400 candle order almost sent her over the edge. 

Join Ben and Tanya as they chat with Melissa, founder of Bonita Fierce Candles, about taking her passion project from her side hustle to her full-time job. Discover how she started the company in her spare room while working 9-5 and finishing a graduate degree, built a relatable brand by focusing on her personal experience and how she landed her first big order. These are the Unshakeables.

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 Alex Vega always loved cars. It started with a $500 car in high school and led to a custom detailing and modification business. Until one day, a business partner revealed his true colors and unceremoniously dumped Alex back to square one. But that wasn’t the first time that happened to Alex—and it wouldn’t be the last.

Join Ben and Tanya as they chat with Alex, owner of The Auto Firm, about how even the biggest red lights in the world can't stop you when you know your brand, the importance of paperwork (especially when working with friends), and how finally finding a trusted advisor-led to his greatest growth yet. These are The Unshakeables. 

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In March 2020, while the entire world was shutting down, Doug and Jason Barrow, brothers and owners of Luna Gourmet Coffee & Tea, had other problems. One morning at the office, one of their employees said the building smelled like campfire. Now roasting coffee does get a little toasty—but never like this.

Join Ben and Tanya as they chat with the Barrow brothers about their business's phoenix-like comeback. Discover how they rebounded, securing fresh funding, finding unexpected allies, and building a dedicated support team that propelled them to greater heights. These are The Unshakeables.

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These are The Unshakeables, daring small business owners facing crisis points and sharing the stories of how they got through it. Hosted by Ben Walter and Tanya Nebo, The Unshakeables is brought to you by Chase for Business and Ruby Studio by iHeartMedia.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Obi Obadike. Motivation is what gets you started, and habit is what keeps you going.  

Obadike is the majority owner of Ethical Inc., a health and wellness supplement company he owns with Actor Morris Chestnut. www.ethicalinc.com In January 2023, they inked a major national retail outlet deal with Best Buy. Their supplement products are sold nationally on Best BBuy'sonline platforms.

1.    Does Carbs Make You Gain Weight?
2.    What Is the Quickest Way To Lose Weight?
3.    Why can't I lose Weight?
4.    How do you lose ten pounds in a month and keep it off?
5.    How To Suppress Your Appetite?
6.    How many pounds can I lose in three months?
7.    How did you start Ethical Inc.?
8.    What are the side effects of taking weight loss drugs; 
9.    Do you need weight loss drugs to help you lose weight;       

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dominique Easley.   His company, Shedd Construction LLC, started in 2018.  The provide the following services electrical, plumbing, roofing, HVAC, flooring, custom carpentry work, and drywall. When he moved to Atlanta in 2022 he got his real estate license. He then became inspired to start fixing and flipping homes, so he asked around to meet different contractors. An associate introduced him to Hunter, which sparked his interest in potentially having ownership in a construction company.  So after working with Hunter for six months, Easley invested in the company, and now, since January 2024, they have created the company Loud 27 House LLC.  This is where they fix and flip homes to create a forever home or a dream for the next homeowner.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Dr. Yolanda Ragland. Your feet were made for walking, and that’s what they do, and Dr. Yolanda Ragland makes sure your feet won’t give out on you. Specializing in podiatric care, Dr. Yolanda Ragland, a.k.a. the “Queen of Feet,” steps onto the Money Making Conversations Master Class Podcast to share the critical importance of properly caring for your feet.

In this episode, Dr. Ragland explains how the feet not only serve as the literal foundations of the body but are also the gateway to maintaining your body’s overall well-being, which shouldn’t be taken for granted. In addition, she also discusses the importance of buying shoes in the correct size that fit your feet, how ignoring feet problems could be potentially life-threatening, and gives advice on the most critical question most women ask themselves while picking out their wardrobe: to wear high-heels or not to wear high-heels.

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dave Charest, the Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact.  

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Two-time Emmy and Three-NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Major Tommie Burks.  

Tommie Burks is an International Sports Science Association (ISSA) Certified Personal Trainer.  Major Tommie Burks has served in the United States Army over 20 years. UNDERGRIND Fitness and The United States Army are not connected in any way.   (Coach T) turned a hobby and passion into a real lifechanging business.  The best quality of life and becoming the best version of themselves. Consistency through physical fitness and healthy nutrition choices are the foundation of UNDERGRIND Fitness. I serve to coach, motivate, and inspire people all around the world to meet their physical fitness and health goals through a sustainable lifestyle. The GRIND doesn’t stop!  UNDERGRIND Fitness is committed to optimal fitness and wellness. UNDERGRIND Fitness provides clients with fitness assessments, individual exercise prescriptions, strength training programs, flexibility programs and meal plan recommendations. Coach T is looking forward to creating a personalized fitness program aligned with your goals.  Includes customized fitness programs, 24/7 coaching, and meal prep recommendations. Success stories include clients reversing prediabetes, hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure etc. 

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interview Aquarius Maximus.  She is an authority in Blockchain,Cryptocurrency, and Artificial Intelligence. Her journey, marked by pioneering achievements, has made her the first woman of color to develop andlaunch a cryptocurrency, Guapcoin. Aquarius Maximus discusses how successful people use Cardology and Astrology to determine financial and career decisions.  

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kimberly Kelly.  

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Cherry Collier.  

Talking Points/Questions *
•    The Science of Connection: Delve into the psychological theories and research that underpin the science of connection. How do these principles help leaders and teams enhance their performance and well-being?
•    Challenges in Today's Workplace: Discuss the common challenges leaders and organizations face in today's fast-paced and often remote or hybrid work environments. How can RISE help address these issues?
•    Challenges Faced by Black Women in Leadership: Initiate a discussion about the obstacles Black women encounter in climbing the corporate ladder and establishing themselves in leadership roles. How do these challenges impact their professional journey and personal growth?
•    The Role of RISE in Overcoming Barriers: Explore how the principles of RISE (Relational, Interpersonal, Social, and Emotional intelligence) can be particularly empowering for Black women in navigating the complexities of race and gender in corporate environments. How can strengthening these areas of intelligence support Black women in overcoming systemic barriers and biases?
•    The Role of Connections in Financial Success: How do you see the relationship between building solid connections and achieving financial success in the corporate world? Can strong interpersonal relationships directly contribute to the bottom line?
•    Challenges in Building Authentic Relationships: What are some of the most prominent challenges leaders face in building authentic relationships within their teams, and how can these challenges impact their financial goals?
•    Personal Story of Connection Leading to Success: Could you share a personal story or case study where fostering strong connections directly contributed to financial improvement or a significant professional achievement?
•    The Future of Relationship-Building in Business: Looking ahead, how do you think relationship-building dynamics in business will evolve, especially considering technological advancements and the potential for AI integration?

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Al Roker. The weatherman, co-anchor NBC’s “Today.”  He details the inspiration behind his novel, You Look So Much Better in Person: True Stories of Absurdity and Success, and the significance of being a prominent African-American figure in the entertainment world.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Karon Joseph Riley.  The co-star of BET+ "The Black Hamptons" will soon be releasing his firstbook, “Keep Pedaling The Things I Learned on My Bike.”Karon Joseph Riley was born a star; at least, that is what his mother often told himwhile growing up in Detroit, Michigan. Karon wanted to be an actor as early as the first grade when he played Puss in Boots in a stage play. Soon after his theatre debut, hisathletic talents also emerged. Being the crowd pleaser, he entertained everybody withhis athletic prowess. He graduated from the University of Minnesota and remains the All-Time Sack leader and All-American football player.His performance on the gridiron stage led him to become a 4th Round Draft pick of the Chicago Bears. He playedseven years between the NFL, CFL, and AFL. After his career ran, he sethis sights on Hollywood as he always promised.

Through sports andlessons from his mother, Karon was taught that hard work is the only way to make the blueprints that God downloaded into his work. Working off of his faith, he took acting classes in his off-seasons in Los Angeles. Once he officially retired, he dropped the footballbody and replaced it with the body of a leading man. As a testament to his work, ethnic booked his first speaking role in Russ Parr’s classic romantic comedy “35 and Ticking,” starring Kevin Hart and Meagan Goode. After that he booked steady roles on multiple networks on shows like “Single Ladies,” and “Necessary Roughness”. Now a solid network talent, Karon set himself up for a huge year run with a role in Will Packer’s feature film “Little” starring Issa Ray and Regina Hall. After that box office exposure, Karon bookedtwo series regular roles on two hit shows. One was “Ambitions,” with Brian J. White and Robin Givens, and the other was “Saints and Sinners,” with Clifton Powell and Vanessa Bell Calloway, respectively. He is currently starring in the NAACP-nominated series The Black Hamptons on BET.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-Winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Omar L. Harris.  A former pharmaceutical General Manager (GSK, Allergan), Intent Consulting founder, keynote speaker, executive coach, and bestselling author with over 20 years of experience building high-performance organizations on four continents. Having managed multibillion-dollar brands and led extensive organizations while working in the Middle East, Asia, Latin America, and the US, he innovated blueprints for J.E.D.I. Leadership (leading with justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion), change leadership, servant leadership, and 20 Team Performance Acceleration Principles (TPAPs) that can be applied by leaders at all levels of professional experience.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Robin Wilson. We discussed her new Book – "Clean Design, Wellness For Your Lifestyle" and CLEAN  DESIGN HOME®- a curated retail brand extension of the legacy Robin  Wilson Home brand, a leading retail brand. Their options are developed 'from the foundation to the furnishings' by founder Robin Wilson, who brings her focus on wellness, chic style, and sustainable alternatives to a discerning consumer.

Their firm has a 20+ year history focused on residential and hospitality. Our trademarked CLEAN DESIGN HOME® brand was developed during the 2020 COVID pandemic when clients changed the lexicon of 'home' to reflect 'need' for clean, well-designed product offerings.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Thomas Barnes. Thomas is a product of the Atlanta Public Schools; he attended Morehouse College and has a degree in Management from GSU(Ga State) with an emphasis in CIS(Information Systems). He is an example of seeing an opportunity and pursuing it to its fullest. He did not let Covid or stereotyping stop him from pursuing his dreams. Thomas owns Experimax, a complete retail computer store specializing in sales, service, and support of all things Apple.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Achieng Agutu, the first-ever bald, Kenyon plus-sized 2024 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie. She uses her social platform as a daily bowl of motivation, affirmations, self-love, and fearlessness. 

Tell us about your mentors. How did she start as an influencer? Her journey from Kenyan to America. What motivates you (Achieng) to always be positive and not care what others do? Her being the first ever bald + Kenyan SI swimsuit rookie. How were you chosen? How do we stay relevant in the influencer space, as it constantly changes? What is something you would like people to know about you?

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewsthe founders of Magical Vacation Planner. Magical Vacation Planner was founded in 2006 by Jamie Ane Eubanks and her husband, J.J. Eubanks, a former professional basketball player. Today, MVP is a powerhouse company that provides, through its independent contractors, one of the best vacation planning services in the industry. An Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, MVP operates through three branches: MVP Parks, MVP Cruising, and MVP Getaways. Magical Vacation Planner thrives on providing an exclusive and magical, stress-free vacation planning service at no additional expense to the clients over the price of their vacation package. MVP aspires to become a household name in the world of travel through perseverance, innovation, and integrity to continue to impact lives for years to come.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackso. The HGTV power couple, Egypt Sherrod and Mike Jackso. They’re here to discuss their hit HGTV series, “Married to Real Estate,” and how their authenticity as a family on camera is the genuine article and not just an act they put on for the sake of T . Plus, you’ll get a behind the discussions on how this show began and the surprising history that Egypt has with me, Rushion McDonald.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Chef Jernard Wells.  Chef Jernard Wells hosts "New Soul Kitchen" and "New Soul Kitchen Remix" on CLEO TV.  

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed John Gregory. In 2004, John launched the program in Columbus, OH. He created The African American Male Wellness Walk/Run Initiative to begin making men understand that one can live longer through prevention. This has allowed men and their families nationwide to obtain free health screenings and raise awareness of healthier lifestyles. With this initiative, we have expanded in Fatherhood Initiative, Mental Wellness, and Opioid Prevention programs.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Chef Rodney Scott.  Don’t come hungry to this episode of Money Making Conversations Master Class as Chef Rodney Scott cooks up some delicious table-side talk and discusses his cookbook, “Rodney Scott’s World of BBQ.” Chef Rodney also details his history growing up in the shadow of his father’s restaurant and how his relationship with his father influenced his business as a chef today. Finally, make sure to hold on to your tastebuds as Chef Rodney goes into the process behind the creation of his ”whole-hog” BBQ, the inspiration behind the recipes in his cookbook, and how forging your path in your career can lead to big rewards if you have a good team in your corner.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Pinky Cole. If one were to use the words “sexy” and “vegetable” in a sentence, they would probably never be said one after the other. However, the Slutty Vegan’s own Pinky Cole begs to differ as she encourages people to #GetSlutty with her plant-based foods for vegans and meat-lovers alike. Join her as she guests stars on the Money Making Conversations Master Class, and try not to drool as she shares some delicious recipes from her book, “Eat Plants, B****.” In addition to food, Pinky outlines the importance of how betting on yourself, even if the world doesn’t understand the idea that you are trying to create, can lead to significant returns if you have a plan in place that is true to your purpose and what you want to see in your life.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed J Hackett, the founder of Black Wall Street in Asheville, NC. Black Wall Street is a Black business incubator with a mission to help people start, grow, and scale to turn their ideas into reality and build a supportive community for local Black entrepreneurs.  

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Chairman and C.E.O. Dennis Earls and Vice President Mikåel Pyles of the Haltere Group.  Haltere Group offers access to high-valuereal estate assets once reserved for large investors.  They are committed to reshapingreal estate opportunities for Black communities.  The interview explores Haltere Group's distinctive approach to empowering Black communities in cities nationwide.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Derrick D. Hayes.  The “Underdog Story”. Overcoming adverse beginnings to accomplish your dreams and make it in the world. This is the story that Big Dave Cheesesteaks’ founder Derrick Hayes shares as he guest stars on Money Making Conversations Master Class. Prepare to be uplifted with a tale of motivation and grit as Derrick recounts the decisions in his life that led him to become the man he is today and how he seeks to inspire those who come from backgrounds similar to his to stand up and do more for themselves.  He has been featured on many magazine covers, including Essence Magazine. His vision for his restaurant, Big Dave'sCheesesteaks, began in 2014 as he aimed to merge his passion for community, food, and business. What started as a small water-iceshop in a 749 sq. ft Shell gas station in Dunwoody, Georgia2016, has now augmented into the nationally known Big Dave'sCheesesteaks, a thriving cheesecake empire with store and mobile locations all across metro Atlanta. Hayes is also the founder of the David & Derrick Hayes Foundation & Co-Owner of the vegan cheesesteak concept "Dinkies" with Slutty Vegan ATL CEO & Vegan restaurant phenom Pinky Cole. In 2021, Hayes's passion for community & food landed him an illustrious spot as a Forbes 2021 Next 1000 Honoree. Let's discuss his journey into Big Dave's Cheesesteaks being "Bigger Than Food." 

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mark Brown, the President and CEO of SFI.  Student Freedom Initiative is a nonprofit organization founded by Robert F. Smith because of his philanthropic efforts to tackle the student debt problem in America. SFI was founded in 2022 as a follow-up to the 2019 viral Morehouse College gift. The program offers alternative PLUS Loan opportunities for students majoring in STEM at participating HBCUs. The fund was initially started with a $50M investment from Robert F. Smith along with a $50M investment from InternXL, which partners with SFI to build an endowment without walls. SFI recently announced a $100M commitment from the STEIN Bridge group, bringing the endowment to $200M. The funds used to repay these loans are recycled into the SFA fund for another HBCU/MSI student

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Melody Shari.  She is a star and producer on OWN’s “Love & Marriage: Huntsville”, a successful entrepreneur and Founder of Seventh Avenue Premier Skincare, a Homebuilder, Author, and Motivational Speaker.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews the ever-popular Tamela Mann – a Grammy award-winning gospel singer, actress, businesswoman, and fan-favorite – returns to Money Making Conversations Master Class once more for an encore performance. In this episode, she discusses the reasons behind founding her line of shapewear for plus-sized women, the rise of female entrepreneurs, and how her devotion to her faith has helped shape her life and career.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviews the incomparable Sheryl Lee Ralph, who weaves a dazzling tale of wonder and laughter as she takes the stage on the Money Making Conversations Master Class Podcast. Sheryl dives deep into the history of her illustrious career, recounting how she got her start acting alongside Sidney Poitier to meeting Rushion McDonald when he was working on Steve Harvey’s sitcom to her current endeavors as Barbara Howard from ABC’s “Abbot Elementary.” She also discusses her other role as a passionate HIV activist and how important it is to not only be aware of the disease and how it can affect your life but also how to protect yourself against it.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Melody Vaughn.  Melody Vaughn Interiors (MVI) is more than a design firm; it's a venture born from the desire to craft spaces that heal. At MVI, they believe in harmonizing and tuning into the energy of a space to create homes of peace and beauty. Each house has its rhythm, and we ensure the décor beautifully reflects it. Through the infusion of color, thoughtful space planning, and elements of Feng Shui, MVI transforms every project into a human sanctuary.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Alicia Lyttle. Her specialization is business and marketing consulting, leveraging AI to enhance marketingstrategies and foster business growth. Their tailored training programs cater to each organization's unique needs, ensuring effective AI integration, specialized industry solutions, and addressing specific sector challenges.

Thinking about customer experience: How can AI enhance personalized interactions between businesses and customers? On efficiency: How can companies leverage AI to streamline operations and drive productivity? Diving into marketing: Could you share how AI tools revolutionize digital marketing strategies for better reach and engagement? Are they considering the human touch? How do businesses balance AI automation and the irreplaceable human element? Exploring creativity: How is AI contributing to content creation, and what does this mean for the future of creative industries? Thinking about challenges: What are the common hurdles businesses face when integrating AI, and how can they overcome them? Looking ahead: Where do you see the most significant opportunities for innovation with AI in business sectors that are just beginning to adopt this technology?

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Check out the first episode of "The Burden," a brand new podcast from our friends at Orbit Media.

EPISODE 1: THE SCOOP

New York Times journalist Frances “Frenchy” Robles gets a tip about a group of wrongfully convicted men in the New York State prison system. The common denominator: many were arrested by the same detective. Frenchy tracks down the story in a surprise visit to prison. 

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Deion “Prime Time” Sanders.  He takes the field and keeps on running in his interview on Money Making Conversations Master Class. With a lasting legacy spanning across both football and baseball that continues to influence athletes in today’s field, Deion recounts his histories in both professions and the decisions that led him to pivot from baseball to football. He also discusses how his positive outlook on life has characterized both his personal life and his career, how important it is to teach the next generation the importance of financial literacy, and how having someone in your corner to motivate you can help shape your future in ways you couldn’t even imagine.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Patti LaBelle. She has turned her culinary skills into a financial food triumph!  LaBelle owns 100% of her company alongside her son

In 2008, LaBelle allowed the world to experience her food for themselves after launching her food brand, Good Life. Per Forbes, the brand first carried a line of hot sauces and has since expanded to include sweet potato pie and peach cobbler, frozen breakfast foods, and meals such as chicken, biscuits, and mac-n-cheese.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interview Andrienne Johnson.  She understands the need for women to have opportunities. She married at 17 because of her pregnancy and was divorced by age 20. Her single motherhood and belief in God taught her perseverance. Adrienne launched Wo Ye Bra in 2017 to keep girls in school who would otherwise stay home because they lack access to sanitary supplies during their periods. To date, she has created over 300 women entrepreneurs in West Africa.

Rev. Dr. Johnson is a graduate of the University of Louisville School of Business, credentials include Certificate of Theology from the Interdenominational Theological Center (ITC), Harvard Medical School Coaching in Leadership and Healthcare, and a graduate of the David Satcher Leadership Institute at Morehouse School of Medicine. She received an Honorary Doctorate in Theology from St. Paul's College.

She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Great Lakes (MI) Chapter of The Links, Inc., Founder of the Lake Spivey Jack & Jill Chapter, and a Board Member of AIB Television in Atlanta and the Rotary Club of Detroit.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television producer Rushion McDonald interviews Johane Filemon. She is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and gut health and anti-inflammatorytherapist with over 18 years of experience in Nutrition. She holds bachelor'sdegrees in Exercise Science and Dietetics and a master's in food and nutritionScience.   

Talking Points/Questions *

What is Registered Dietitian Nutritionist?  Health status of Americans when it comes to inflammation and gut health  Why is gut health nutrition important?  How should one start on their gut health journey?  Food and cultural identity? How should we be eating? Should we all eat anti-inflammatory foods? How do I know that I have food-related inflammation? What is "person-specific" therapy?  Does how much I weigh matter? BMI?

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Marc Morial. His "Gumbo Coalition" documentary explores the resurgence of white supremacy, the "Save Our Sons" program, and a family separated by Trump-era immigration policies streaming on HBOMax. He is one of the few national leaders with "street smarts" and "boardroom savvy" as the transformative President and CEO of the National Urban League—the nation's largest historic civil rights and urban advocacy organization. We will discuss the Gumbo Coalition Documentary on Civil Rights Leaders Marc H. Morial & Janet Murguia. Directed by two-time Academy Award-winning filmmaker Barbara Kopple, the acclaimed film chronicles the work of National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial and Unidos US President and CEO Janet Murguía throughout the Trump presidency, the racist mass shooting in El Paso, the COVID pandemic, the murder of George Floyd and the uprising that followed, the 2020 elections, and the storming of the Capitol.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviews Yolanda Adams.  She is an award-winninggospel singer, actress, and small businesswoman.  Entrepreneur Yolanda Adams discusses why she started her line of affordable handbags and skin care products and details the importance of taking care of yourself while staying within budget.  She is one of the best-selling gospel artists of all time, having sold over 10 million albums worldwide. In addition to achieving multi-platinum status, she has won four Grammy Awards, four Dove Awards, five BET Awards, six NAACP Image Awards, six Soul Train Music Awards, two BMI Awards, and sixteen Stellar Awards. She was the first Gospel artist to be awarded an American Music Award.  

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer, Rushion McDonald, interviewed Stacy Spratt. She has worked with the United Negro College Fund for 15 years and has been the Director for The Empower Me Tour for ten years. Her mission is to help provide resources for minority students in areas that do not have any HBCU colleges. She is a proud Clark Atlanta University graduate and a Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. member.

UNCF is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year. UNCF Empowerment Tour is one of the leading programs that tours the country to provide job and scholarship opportunities.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interview Cheryl Bevelle-Orange.  She is an author and retired CIO (Chief Information Officer) for FedEx Custom Critical. Cheryl's impressive career spans over 25 years, during which she held pivotal leadership roles overseeing IT strategy, operations, applications, and infrastructure at FedEx Custom Critical. Her journey from Jacksonville State University, where she earned a dual undergraduate degree in Computer Information Systems and Marketing, to becoming a CIO for a Fortune 500 company offers a unique perspective and set of experiences for HBCU students, women, and business professionals to learn from.

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviews Anne Lester a retirement expert, author, media commentator, top-rated speaker and former Head of Retirement Solutions for JPMorgan Asset Management, where she worked almost 30 years.  Drawing from her expertise and key themes in “Your Best Financial Life: Save Smart Now for the Future You Want."  

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Roland Martin. He hosts a popular YouTube show #RolandMartinUnfiltered.  It is a daily show broadcast from Washington, DC, that focuses on news, politics, culture, entertainment, social justice, sports, education, business, and finance. If it’s important to you, he will cover it. You will be treated to some of the top minds in education, public policy, and academia, discussing the news of the day.  

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Steve Phillips. With the release of his new book, "How We Win The Civil War," political thought leader Steve Phillips explains how the Civil War never ended and gives insight into today's political climate.

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He is the author of the New York Times and Washington Post bestselling Brown Is the New White: How the Demographic Revolution Has Created a New American Majority. He is also the founder of Democracy in Color, a political media organization dedicated to race, politics, and the multicultural progressive New American Majority. Phillips hosts "Democracy in Color with Steve Phillips," a color-conscious podcast on politics. He is a regular columnist for The Nation and The Guardian. His new book, How We Win the Civil War, will be published on October 18, 2022. For more information, please visit: stevephillips.com

Topics Covered:

-President Biden said we are in a "battle for the nation's soul."

-Democra, ts in particular, must recognize the urgency of the moment we're in as well as the nature of the fight we're in—

-To win, progressives and Democrats must increase the allocation of time and financial resources to leaders and organizations with a proven winning game plan for turning out people of color in critical races.

-Championing whiteness is what makes Trump powerful.

-Ever since Abraham Lincoln was first elected president in 1860, people in this country have consistently underestimated the cultural appeal and political power of whiteness at every step of the way.

-Many Americans are uncomfortable being explicit about the centrality and power of whiteness. But their persistence to remain silent and avoid discomfort will cost us our democracy.

-Democrats, for their part, are hesitant and fearful of explicitly refuting these attacks for fear of losing support among white voters.

-Democrats and progressives must recognize the true nature of our political reality.

The civil war never ended. For 157 years, conservatives have used the Confederate battle plan to block efforts to foster a more equitable society.

More on "How We Win The Civil War"

In HOW WE WIN THE CIVIL WAR, Steve Phillips charts the way forward for progressives and people of color to lead the way to end this civil war, arguing that Democrats, in particular, must recognize the urgency of the moment we're in as well as the nature of the fight we're in—a contest between democracy and white supremacy left unresolved after the original Civil War.

Phillips also spotlights the people, places, and organizations that recently defeated the modern-day Confederates and made meaningful progress toward making America a multiracial, multicultural democracy.

Conventional wisdom about how Democrats win elections in the U.S. is wrong. Pursuing white swing voters is no longer a path to victory for Democrats and progressives because of permanent demographic changes across the country. Electoral victories in Georgia, Arizona, and Virginia are proof of that fact.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interview Benny Pough. Among the most successful, innovative business leaders in the music industry, veteran music executive and DVERSE MediaCEO,Benny Pough,has shaped the sound and culture of music worldwide.

Topics Covered

THE KEY TO BUILDING MENTOR RELATIONSHIPS

THE VALUE OF PERSONAL BRANDING

REAL ESTATE INVESTING

ENTREPRENEURSHIP

WORKING IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY

ABOUT BENNY POUGH

Benny Pough is a respected entertainment industry veteran with decades of experience propelling the careers of some of today's leading superstars, including Jay-Z, Rihanna, Mary J. Blige, Kanye West, Travis Scott, Future, DJ Khaled, Yo Gotti, and 21 Savage. Pough has left an indelible mark on the music industry, holding executive roles at Motown, Def Jam, Epic Records, and MCA Records, culminating in his role as President of Roc Nation Music before pivoting to entrepreneurship. Over two years later, Pough's multi-tiered entertainment company DVERSE Media is home to record labels, distribution platforms, publishing, management, and more. This powerhouse entity comes in addition to Al J. Britt Enterprises, Pough's real estate management company that has garnered over 100 doors as part of its portfolio. For more information on Benny Pough, visit www.BennyPough.com.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interview Dr. Cameka Smith.  She founded The BOSS Network, a community of professional and entrepreneurial women who support each other through conversation, online engagement, and event-based networking.  Working towards a straightforward goal, BOSS® is "Bringing Out Successful Sisters" to promote and encourage women's small business spirit and professional development.  The BOSS Network is changing how enterprising women are viewed among the masses and becoming a resource for companies seeking female minority influencers as their target market.  It has supported the careers and small business developments of more than 200,000 women of color nationwide through initiatives. One of them is BOSS Business University—a digital platform that provides comprehensive mentorship programming through industry business experts.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews The Mentor Method's founder and CEO, Janice Omadeke. She became one of the first 100 Black women in the United States to raise over$1M in seed funding for a tech startup. In Mentorship Unlocked: The Science and Art ofSetting Yourself Up for Success, veteran entrepreneur and innovator Janice Omadeke delivers an insightful discussion of mentorship, including what it is, how to find a qualified mentor, and how to make mentorship work for you. In the book, she explores thementorship advice that helped her start a groundbreaking company after studying entrepreneurship and strategic management at MIT and Harvard. Perfect for bothestablished and early-career professionals, Mentorship Unlocked is also an essential read for managers, executives, and other business leaders who aim to understand one ofthe most potent types of relationships crucial to success.

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