Money Making Conversations
1,376 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsCome learn the Secrets To Success! Money Making Conversations is hosted by EMMY award-winning producer Rushion McDonald. The Emmy award-winning television and film producer has produced and created national marketing campaigns, blockbuster movies, hit sitcoms, reality shows, and syndicated television shows.
Money Making Conversations celebrates the small business stars in our neighborhoods. It is a voice of information about Entertainment and Entrepreneurship. The show gives the consumer and business owner access to Celebrities like Stephen A. Smith, Bishop TD Jakes, Patti LaBelle, Tom Bilyeu, Deion Sanders, LaLa Anthony, Cedric The Entertainer, and Nick Cannon. Listeners also hear from CEOs, Entrepreneurs, and Industry Decision Makers in areas including sports, culinary arts, fashion, television, film, finance, beauty, and technology. The guests, in turn, deliver information about career planning, motivation, financial literacy, and how they lead a balanced life. Tune in to hear the Secrets to their Success!
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Kirk Franklin - hosts a new podcast, “Good Words with Kirk Franklin”; Sheila Eldridge - Founder of Café Mocha radio; Shelden Williams - Form
February 16, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 109 MBMy next guest is Kirk Franklin. He is a 16-time GRAMMY-winning artist, songwriter, and producer. His latest album is the acclaimed LONG LIVE LOVE, his 13th studio album; he released a new single and video from the album, "Strong God," this past summer. He is on the show to discuss his new podcast, "Good Words with Kirk Franklin." A new podcast series that welcomes people from every cross-section of life who seek inspiration and empowerment. Lock this date in February 9th in conjunction with ...
Interview of the Week: The Meatball Queen & Food Network Star, Donatella Arpaia, talks creating “Prova Pizzabar” & more
February 15, 2021 14:55 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBMy next guest is Donatella Arpaia. She is The Meatball Queen, Food Network Star, and Founder of “Prova Pizzabar.” After a very brief career as an attorney, she decided to follow her passion and opened her first restaurant at 26. She is a Celebrity Chef, TV personality, restaurateur, and cookbook author. You have seen that smiling face on the Food Network, Next Iron Chef, and the Today Show. Today is National Meatball Day. I know because I posted her Mama’s Meatball and Ragu recipe on my Faceb...
Navarr Grevious & Mikael Pyles founders “QuickLiq”
February 14, 2021 17:38 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBMy next two guests are Navarr Grievous and Mikael Pikel. They are two HBCU Grads and fraternity brothers, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc, who founded QuikLiq while attending Clark Atlanta University in 2010. The company is a digital platform for wine, beer, and spirit delivery that operates out of Miami, Florida, and will be expanding to Georgia in early 2021. QuikLiq is the first Black-owned online alcohol marketplace and seeks to make ordering alcohol easy and convenient while being commit...
FAMU Grad, Tommy Duncan, on creating JetDoc.com, a nationwide affordable virtual healthcare service
February 13, 2021 13:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBMy next guest is Tommy Duncan - He is an HBCU Grad and founded JetDoc.com, which provides affordable virtual healthcare and prescriptions nationwide. He started his first healthcare company at 26 years of age. Then he sold it. Then he began Trusted Health Plan, a Medicaid managed care company that insured 50K people between DC & Detroit. Then he sold that in January of 2020 to Blue Cross Blue Shield. A week later, h started JetDoc. JetDoc is a telehealth platform providing quick virtual urgen...
Dante Simpson, Co-Founder of ESPAT, reacts to working with Keanu Reeves & Ridley Scott
February 12, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBMy next guest is Dante Simpson. He is the co-Founder of ESPAT and a digital media company for esports and gaming. ESPAT TV is a collaborative, made up of the world’s most recognizable production studios, led by Ridley Scott Creative Group and PRG. He has overseen the rapid growth and expansion of the organization and provided consultation to companies globally. His work spans global gaming interests, branded entities, high-profile influencers - both on content/technical production and campaig...
The Meatball Queen & Food Network Star, Donatella Arpaia, talks creating “Prova Pizzabar” & more
February 11, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBMy next guest is Donatella Arpaia. She is The Meatball Queen, Food Network Star, and Founder of “Prova Pizzabar.” After a very brief career as an attorney, she decided to follow her passion and opened her first restaurant at 26. She is a Celebrity Chef, TV personality, restaurateur, and cookbook author. You have seen that smiling face on the Food Network, Next Iron Chef, and the Today Show. Today is National Meatball Day. I know because I posted her Mama’s Meatball and Ragu recipe on my Faceb...
Anne Burrell, Chef and Food Network Co-Host of “Worst Cooks in America”
February 10, 2021 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBMy next guest is Anne Burrell. She co-hosts the Food Network’s “Worst Cooks in America.” She has the trademarked spiky blonde hair and a sparkling personality. Anne Burrell is the hugely popular and fan-favorite host of Worst Cooks in America, Worst Cooks in America: Celebrity Edition. She is on the show to talk about the new season of WORST COOKS IN AMERICA airs on Food Network every Sunday at AT 9 PM ET/PT. Chef Carla Hall faces off against Chef Anne Burrell to see who can transform their t...
Anne Burrell- Chef and Food Network Co-Host; Donatella Arpaia - The Meatball Queen; Dante Simpson- Co-Founder of esports digital media compa
February 09, 2021 12:47 - 2 hours - 117 MBMy next guest is Anne Burrell. She co-hosts the Food Network’s “Worst Cooks in America.” She has the trademarked spiky blonde hair and a sparkling personality. Anne Burrell is the hugely popular and fan-favorite host of Worst Cooks in America, Worst Cooks in America: Celebrity Edition. She is on the show to talk about the new season of WORST COOKS IN AMERICA airs on Food Network every Sunday at AT 9 PM ET/PT. Chef Carla Hall faces off against Chef Anne Burrell to see who can transform their t...
Interview of the Week: Melody Holt stars on two hit OWN Series, “Love & Marriage: Huntsville,” and “Behind Every Man”
February 08, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBMy next guest is Melody Holt. She is a producer and star on the OWN series “Love & Marriage: Huntsville,” entrepreneur, and homebuilder. The docu-series follows three power couples and longtime friends Melody and Martell Holt, LaTisha and Marsau Scott, and Kimmi and Maurice Scott in Huntsville, Alabama. Love & Marriage, airs every Saturday on OWN. She is also the host of OWN’s “Behind Every Man.” Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Melody Holt. https://www.moneymakingconversations.c...
Sharon Smith-Akinsanya, Founder of People of Color Fair, on Pushing Corporate Diversity & Inclusion
February 06, 2021 18:40 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBMy next guest is Sharon Smith-Akinsanya. She is the CEO of the Rae Mackenzie Group, an award-winning diversity, equity, and inclusion marketing firm. Sharon works with Fortune 500 companies, nonprofits and in October 2016 founded the People Of Color Career Fair™ as a way of closing the gap between Professionals of Color and hiring managers. Sharon is all about diversity, equity, and inclusion marketing strategies that attract, recruit, and retain Talent of Color. Her new book, "Colorfull: Com...
Christina Anthony, Writer, Comedian, and Actress on the hit ABC series, “Mixed-ish”
February 05, 2021 13:50 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBMy next guest is Christina Anthony. Christina Anthony is a multi-talented actress, writer, vocalist, and improviser. She is originally from the Chicago comedy scene and is best known as an alum of the Second City e.t.c. Chicago where she co-wrote three award-nominated sketch revues and performed thousands of shows for Chicago audiences. Currently, Christina is a Series Regular on ABC's Mixed-ish, a Black-ish spinoff. Christina currently stars as Aunt Denise on ABC’s series MIXED-ISH, which re...
Melody Holt stars on two hit OWN Series, “Love & Marriage: Huntsville,” and “Behind Every Man”
February 04, 2021 13:23 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBMy next guest is Melody Holt. She is a producer and star on the OWN series “Love & Marriage: Huntsville,” entrepreneur, and homebuilder. The docu-series follows three power couples and longtime friends Melody and Martell Holt, LaTisha and Marsau Scott, and Kimmi and Maurice Scott in Huntsville, Alabama. Love & Marriage, airs every Saturday on OWN. She is also the host of OWN’s “Behind Every Man.” Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Melody Holt. https://www.moneymakingconversations.c...
Rocco DiSpirito: Award-winning Chef, Healthy lifestyle crusader & New York Times Best-selling Author
February 03, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBMy next guest is Rocco DiSpirito. He is a James Beard award-winning chef, healthy lifestyle crusader and #1 New York Times bestselling author who is dedicated to proving that healthy and delicious are not mutually exclusive. He was named Food & Wine magazine’s “Best New Chef,” People magazine’s “Sexiest Chef” and was the first chef to appear on Gourmet magazine’s cover as “America’s Most Exciting Young Chef.” He is hailed as a leading health expert and is often called upon to speak at events,...
Rocco DiSpirito - Award-winning Chef and author; Melody Holt - Star on “Love & Marriage: Huntsville”; Christina Anthony - Actress on ABC’s “
February 02, 2021 13:42 - 2 hours - 110 MBMy next guest is Rocco DiSpirito. He is a James Beard award-winning chef, healthy lifestyle crusader and #1 New York Times bestselling author who is dedicated to proving that healthy and delicious are not mutually exclusive. He was named Food & Wine magazine’s “Best New Chef,” People magazine’s “Sexiest Chef” and was the first chef to appear on Gourmet magazine’s cover as “America’s Most Exciting Young Chef.” He is hailed as a leading health expert and is often called upon to speak at events,...
Interview of the Week: Chris Gaston, CEO of Family First Sports Firm, represents Sacramento Kings, De’Aaron Fox
February 01, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBMy next guest is Chris Gaston. CEO of Family First Sports Firm, represents Sacramento Kings, De’Aaron Fox. Chris Gaston founded Family First Sports Firm with his wife, in 2019. Their agency Family First focuses on empowerment, economic growth, and black excellence. Their agency represents De’Aaron Fox, of the Sacramento Kings. Gaston has signed the largest contract in Sacramento Kings franchise history (5 years/163 million) and secured $4 million for Damyean Dotson in the toughest free agent ...
Sherrell Dorsey, Founder and CEO of The Plug, a digital news platform that covers Black innovation
January 30, 2021 14:55 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBMy next guest is Sherrell Dorsey. She is the founder and CEO of The Plug, a digital news and insights platform covering the Black innovation economy. Her work has been featured in VICE, The Washington Post, and more. Sherrell has been a contributing writer for notable publications like Columbia Journalism Review, Fast Company, Black Enterprise, and others. The Plug and WURD have partnered to highlight Black tech and innovation within the Philadelphia community by pooling together their resour...
Kenny Lloyd CEO and President of TAVA Lifestyle, “At TAVA We Truly Care About Your Health”
January 29, 2021 14:19 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBMy next guest is Kenny Lloyd. CEO and President of TAVA Lifestyle, “At TAVA We Truly Care About Your Health,” a direct sales wellness company. Tava Lifestyle is a global network marketing company offering health and wellness products, including nutritional supplements, energy enhancements, and more. Kenny started Tava Lifestyle with the mission to change lives by helping individuals earn an additional income all while living a healthy and active lifestyle. Please welcome to Money Making Conve...
Chris Gaston, CEO of Family First Sports Firm, represents Sacramento Kings, De’Aaron Fox
January 28, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBMy next guest is Chris Gaston. CEO of Family First Sports Firm, represents Sacramento Kings, De’Aaron Fox. Chris Gaston founded Family First Sports Firm with his wife, in 2019. Their agency Family First focuses on empowerment, economic growth, and black excellence. Their agency represents De’Aaron Fox, of the Sacramento Kings. Gaston has signed the largest contract in Sacramento Kings franchise history (5 years/163 million) and secured $4 million for Damyean Dotson in the toughest free agent ...
Kika Wise talks removing pain and stress through assisted gentle stretching at Kika Stretch Studios
January 27, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBMy next guest is Kika Wise. Learn how the assisted gentle stretching process can free your body from pain and stress from the Founder of Kika Stretch Studios. She is a former professional dancer turned entrepreneur, franchisor and wellness educator. Kika Stretch Studios helps clients maintain youth and vitality with designed tension relief that aids in increased flexibility and overall ability. Kika Wise is a businesswoman on a mission to educate millennials and other generations on how to pr...
Kika Wise, Founder of Kika Stretch Studios; Chris Gaston, CEO of Family First Sports Firm; Kenny Lloyd, CEO and President of TAVA Lifestyle;
January 26, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 111 MBMy next guest is Kika Wise. Learn how the assisted gentle stretching process can free your body from pain and stress from the Founder of Kika Stretch Studios. She is a former professional dancer turned entrepreneur, franchisor and wellness educator. Kika Stretch Studios helps clients maintain youth and vitality with designed tension relief that aids in increased flexibility and overall ability. Kika Wise is a businesswoman on a mission to educate millennials and other generations on how to pr...
Interview of the Week: Renowned Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump, on the continuous racial injustice in our country today
January 25, 2021 15:32 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBMy next guest is Attorney Ben Crump. He is a nationally recognized trial lawyer. I was still managing Steve Harvey, and I saw him on TV representing Trayvon Martin. We met backstage at the Neighborhood Awards, and we have been friends. He had a dream to impact the lives of African Americans in the justice system. Ben's fight for justice has covered many cases. His dedication to helping families receive justice includes Ahmaud Arbery, Martin Lee Anderson, Breonna Taylor, Jacob Blake, George Fl...
Alonda Thomas serves as director of public relations at Howard University and led the PR strategy for TV One, ABC Network, CNN, Walt Disney
January 24, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MBMy next guest is Alonda Thomas. Alonda Thomas serves as director of public relations at Howard University. Recently named among the 2020 Top Women in PR by PRNEWS. She has worked at three historically black colleges and universities, including her alma mater Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University and her current role at Howard University. Alonda has led the public relations strategy for a variety of clients, including TV One, ABC Network, CNN, Walt Disney Studios and Fox Searchlight. ...
Lurie Daniel Favors, Interim Executive Director at the Center for Law and Social Justice
January 23, 2021 15:40 - 28 minutes - 39 MBMy next guest is Lurie Daniel Favors. She is an activist, author, and attorney with a long-standing commitment to racial and social justice. She currently serves as Interim Executive Director at the Center for Law and Social Justice. Today, there is a lot ongoing from politics, economics to social, civil unrest on both sides. Attorney Favors is on my show to talk about it. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Lurie Daniel Favors. https://www.moneymakingconversations.com https://www.y...
Marc Morial, CEO of the National Urban League, discusses the Five-point empowerment agenda
January 22, 2021 13:00 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBMy next guest is Marc Morial. He is the CEO of the National Urban League, The Urban League: Empowering Communities. Changing Lives. Five-point empowerment agenda. He is the former Mayor of New Orleans. He was 36 years old when he was first elected Mayor. He has authored a new book, "The Gumbo Coalition: 10 Leadership Lessons that Help You Inspire, Unite, and Achieve", now available wherever books are sold. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations, the leader of The Gumbo Coalition, Marc M...
Director of Power Book II: Ghost, Prodigal Son, Evil, Shameless, Black’ish, Stargirl and more!
January 21, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBMy next guest is Rob Hardy. He is a graduate of FAMU! He directs some of TV's hottest shows, including Power Book II: Ghost, 'Power Book III: Raising Kanan, Prodigal Son, Evil, Shameless, Black'ish, Stargirl, How to Get Away with Murder, The Flash and Criminal Minds, among others. Rob Hardy has also Executive Produced many studio movies, including No Good Deed, Think Like a Man, and Stomp the Yard. Plus, his foundation identifies, trains and mentors adult career seekers from diverse backgroun...
Renowned Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump, on the continuous racial injustice in our country today
January 20, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBMy next guest is Attorney Ben Crump. He is a nationally recognized trial lawyer. I was still managing Steve Harvey, and I saw him on TV representing Trayvon Martin. We met backstage at the Neighborhood Awards, and we have been friends. He had a dream to impact the lives of African Americans in the justice system. Ben's fight for justice has covered many cases. His dedication to helping families receive justice includes Ahmaud Arbery, Martin Lee Anderson, Breonna Taylor, Jacob Blake, George...
Renowned Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump; Hollywood Director Rob Hardy; Marc Morial of National Urban League; Lurie Daniel Favors of the Cen
January 19, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 116 MBMy next guest is Attorney Ben Crump. He is a nationally recognized trial lawyer. I was still managing Steve Harvey, and I saw him on TV representing Trayvon Martin. We met backstage at the Neighborhood Awards, and we have been friends. He had a dream to impact the lives of African Americans in the justice system. Ben's fight for justice has covered many cases. His dedication to helping families receive justice includes Ahmaud Arbery, Martin Lee Anderson, Breonna Taylor, Jacob Blake, George Fl...
Don Lemon hosts “CNN Tonight,” “Silence is not an Option” podcast, He is on the show to talk about our nation’s civil unrest and the power o
January 18, 2021 13:03 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBMy next guest is Don Lemon. He is the host of a top-rated podcast entitled “Silence is not an Option.” The podcast “Silence is not an Option” embarks on tough, honest, and provocative conversations with activists, artists, and thinkers, offering perspective about our nation’s deep racial divide while exploring what Americans can do to help find a path forward. He can also be seen weekday, during prime-time hosting CNN Tonight. He is on the show to talk about the power of not remaining silent....
Dr. Fredrick Jacobs is the CEO of “Celebrity’s Soul Food”
January 16, 2021 17:01 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBMy next guest is Dr. Fredrick Jacobs. He holds a number of degrees, including a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, a Master’s in Counseling, and two Doctorate degrees in Theology and Counseling. He is also a pastor. Dr. Fredrick Jacobs is the CEO of Celebrity’s Soul Food – “The Fastest Growing Soul Food Chain.” The varied menu features local flavors and caters to a diverse crowd, including meat lovers, vegetarians, and vegans. He is putting the restaurant brand on the fast-track for a 200...
Tambra Cherie & Lateshia Pearson star in the new OWN TV docu-series "Belle Collective"
January 15, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBMy next two guests are Tambra Cherie, and Lateshia Pearson. They are starring in the new docu-series on the new OWN TV series "Belle Collective." Tambra is the newly single midday diva and on-air radio personality for Jackson’s top hip-hop and R&B station and host of the most controversial radio show in the city, “The Relationship Hour.” Lateshia Pearson is the CEO of the National Women’s Brunch Organization. Her brunches bring powerful women together and help promote self-empowerment, but no...
Kyla Pratt stars as "Randi" in FOX's "Call Me Kat" & Disney+ "The Proud Family: Louder & Prouder"
January 14, 2021 13:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBMy next guest is Kyla Pratt. Kyla has crafted longevity as an actress since starting her career from a young age, and amassed success in numerous comedies, from TV sitcoms to films. She will be reprising her role in “The Proud Family,” in the reboot “The Proud Family: Louder & Prouder” for Disney+. She is currently starring as Randi in the new FOX series “Call Me Kat.” You can catch it every Thursday night on FOX. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Kyla Pratt. https://www.moneymaki...
Bishop Ezekiel Williams stars in "Voices of Fire" on Netflix; Pastor of Faith World Ministries, Inc.
January 13, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBMy next guest is Bishop Ezekiel Williams. He is the Pastor and Founder of Faith World Ministries in Norfolk, VA and currently starring in the Netflix docu-series, "Voices of Fire.” The six episode series follows singer, rapper, songwriter, record producer Pharrell Williams and Bishop Williams' hometown community as it builds one of the world’s most inspiring gospel choirs. Bishop Williams and his core team of influential gospel leaders venture into Hampton Roads to find undiscovered talent. P...
Bishop Ezekiel Williams stars in "Voices of Fire" on Netflix; Kyla Pratt stars in FOX series "Call Me Kat”; Tambra Cherie & Lateshia Pearson
January 12, 2021 13:00 - 55 minutes - 51 MBMy next guest is Bishop Ezekiel Williams. He is the Pastor and Founder of Faith World Ministries in Norfolk, VA and currently starring in the Netflix docuseries, "Voices of Fire.” The six episode series follows singer, rapper, songwriter, record producer Pharrell Williams and Bishop Williams' hometown community as it builds one of the world’s most inspiring gospel choirs. Bishop Williams and his core team of influential gospel leaders venture into Hampton Roads to find undiscovered talent. Pl...
Interview of the Week - Stephen A. Smith of ESPN’s “First Take” “SportsCenter,” talks new show ESPN+ “Stephen A’s World”
January 11, 2021 13:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBMy next guest is Stephen A. Smith. Before we get started with my interview with Stephen A. Smith. In 2021, Stephen A. Smith will continue to hosts the popular ESPN’s “First Take,” Mon-Fri.; Stephen A. Smith will also host a weekly Wednesday, ESPN NBA show, “SportsCenter with Stephen A. Smith,” premiers January 6th.; Stephen A. Smith will also host a daily ½ hour ESPN+ talk show, “Stephen A’s World,” premieres on January 11th and airs Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri on ESPN+. ; Stephen A. Smith will co...
Ernest & Barbara Furlow-Smiles: Founders of the Bedazzled and Customizable “Smiles Shield”
January 09, 2021 13:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBMy next guests are Ernest & Barbara Furlow-Smiles. They founded Smiles Shield. A modern customized face shield company that allows your SMILE to shine. The shields are made to order customization with Children, Luxury, Bedazzled, and Name Customization. Smiles Shield™ is a family-owned. Outside of her role at Facebook and operating Smiles Shield™, Barbara is the Founder of B.T. Consulting, LLC, and Co-Founder of a non-profit, Global Smiles Health, focused on sustainable health, providing peop...
Celebrity trainer, Robert Brace, starts the New Year discussing his 28 Day Fitness Challenge Program
January 08, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBMy next guest is going to talk about New York City’s destination for his Mind-Body-Spirit Transformation. He is a celebrity fitness trainer, ordained minister, former ballet dancer, wellness expert, motivational speaker, founder/owner of Brace Life Studios, and founder of the 28 Day Challenge wellness program. He is known in the fitness community as the Mind-Body-Soul Connector; he has been seen on Good Morning America, The View, The Food Network, Shape Magazine, Self Magazine, New York Daily...
Mariana van Zeller: Host of National Geographic's “Trafficked” discusses navigating the underworld
January 07, 2021 13:00 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBMy next guest is Mariana van Zeller. She is an award-winning investigative journalist. She is the Co-Founder of Muck Media and Host & Executive Producer of Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller. She won the Dupont Award for Fusion investigation “Death by Fentanyl,” when she tracked the pharmaceutical and clandestine sources of the deadly opioid. For her report “Rape on the Reservation,” she received the prestigious Livingston Award for Young Journalists. Her documentary on prescription drug abus...
Stephen A. Smith of ESPN’s “First Take” “SportsCenter,” talks new show ESPN+ “Stephen A’s World”
January 06, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBMy next guest is Stephen A. Smith. Before we get started with my interview with Stephen A. Smith. In 2021, Stephen A. Smith will continue to hosts the popular ESPN’s “First Take,” Mon-Fri.; Stephen A. Smith will also host a weekly Wednesday, ESPN NBA show, “SportsCenter with Stephen A. Smith,” premiers January 6th.; Stephen A. Smith will also host a daily ½ hour ESPN+ talk show, “Stephen A’s World,” premieres on January 11th and airs Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri on ESPN+. ; Stephen A. Smith will co...
Stephen A. Smith - ESPN’s “First Take,”; Mariana van Zeller – National Geographic, “Trafficked with Marianna Van Zeller,”; Robert Brace - 28
January 05, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 103 MBMy next guest is Stephen A. Smith. Before we get started with my interview with Stephen A. Smith. In 2021, Stephen A. Smith will continue to hosts the popular ESPN’s “First Take,” Mon-Fri.; Stephen A. Smith will also host a weekly Wednesday, ESPN NBA show, “SportsCenter with Stephen A. Smith,” premiers January 6th.; Stephen A. Smith will also host a daily ½ hour ESPN+ talk show, “Stephen A’s World,” premieres on January 11th and airs Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri on ESPN+. ; Stephen A. Smith will c...
Interview of the Week - DeMarcus Ware: Super Bowl Champion, Trainer and Co-Founder of the new fitness app, “Driven To Win”
January 04, 2021 13:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBMy next guest is Superbowl Champion and NFL Legend DeMarcus Ware. Wednesday, December 9, this NFL Legend announced the launch of Driven To Win (D2W), a new fitness app that brings a professional sports workout training experience to anyone with an iPhone. After perfecting his practice, DeMarcus is now extending his pro-level workout techniques to anyone with a performance-driven mentality – whether you’re an aspiring athlete looking to improve or just beginning your fitness journey. Driven To...
Curtis Symonds: former BET exec, creates a destination to celebrate the legacy of HBCUs. HBCUGO.TV
January 02, 2021 13:48 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBMy next guest is Curtis Symonds. He is a former BET executive who creates a proper destination to celebrate and share the legacy of Historically Black Colleges and Universities, HBCUGO.TV. HBCU GO TV is the voice of African American youth and the HBCU community and currently airs on Roku and HBCUGO.TV. To increase awareness of and support the sustainability of HBCU’s by making a meaningful financial contribution to these American Institutions of Higher Learning population. Please welcome to M...
Andrea L. Collins: Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab and Author of “A Word to the Wise”
January 01, 2021 14:32 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBMy next guest is Andrea L Collins. Andrea has over 15 years of experience in the Investment Management industry. She began her career at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management – where she specialized in portfolio management for high net worth individual investors and foundations. She is active in the community, an avid supporter of the arts, and frequently teaches financial literacy workshops for schools and organizations, and is a proud Delta Sigma Theta member. Please welcome to Money Making Conv...
Chef Edouardo Jordan: Founder of Chitlins’ Clothing Line, Acclaimed James Beard Restaurants Owner
December 31, 2020 14:29 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBMy next guest is Chef Edouardo Jordan. He is the Founder of Chitlins’ Clothing Line, Acclaimed James Beard Restaurants Owner; “Salare,” “JuneBaby,” and “Lucinda Grain Bar.” Edouardo Jordan was born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, and attended college at the University of Florida. After graduating with dual degrees in business administration and sports management, Jordan decided to enroll in culinary school at the Le Cordon Bleu in Orlando. Navigating COVID as a small business owner, as...
DeMarcus Ware: Super Bowl Champion, Trainer and Co-Founder of the new fitness app, “Driven To Win”
December 30, 2020 14:17 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBMy next guest is Superbowl Champion and NFL Legend DeMarcus Ware. Wednesday, December 9, this NFL Legend announced the launch of Driven To Win (D2W), a new fitness app that brings a professional sports workout training experience to anyone with an iPhone. After perfecting his practice, DeMarcus is now extending his pro-level workout techniques to anyone with a performance-driven mentality – whether you’re an aspiring athlete looking to improve or just beginning your fitness journey. Driven To...
DeMarcus Ware- Super Bowl Champion, Trainer; Chef Edouardo Jordan- Acclaimed James Beard Restaurants Owner; Andrea L. Collins- Financial Co
December 29, 2020 12:43 - 1 hour - 109 MBMy next guest is Superbowl Champion and NFL Legend DeMarcus Ware. Wednesday, December 9, this NFL Legend announced the launch of Driven To Win (D2W), a new fitness app that brings a professional sports workout training experience to anyone with an iPhone. After perfecting his practice, DeMarcus is now extending his pro-level workout techniques to anyone with a performance-driven mentality – whether you’re an aspiring athlete looking to improve or just beginning your fitness journey. Driven T...
Interview of the Week - George Wallace: Comedian & Author, "Bulltwit …and Whatnot: The Online Ramblings of George Wallace"
December 28, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBMy next guest, The Man, The Comedian, The Legend is George Wallace. George Wallace is an award-winning comedian who has been selling out comedy clubs and concert venues worldwide for years. He recently launched a 2020 residency at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino before the pandemic. Sin City showed its admiration by nicknaming him "The New Mr. Vegas." Wallace was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Soul Train/Centric Comedy All-Star Awards and won Best Stand Up Comedian at the ...
George Wallace: Comedian & Author, "Bulltwit …and Whatnot: The Online Ramblings of George Wallace"
December 27, 2020 15:55 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBMy next guest, The Man, The Comedian, The Legend is George Wallace. George Wallace is an award-winning comedian who has been selling out comedy clubs and concert venues worldwide for years. He recently launched a 2020 residency at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino before the pandemic. Sin City showed its admiration by nicknaming him "The New Mr. Vegas." Wallace was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Soul Train/Centric Comedy All-Star Awards and won Best Stand Up Comedian at the ...
Derrick Rutledge- Ready to look good, Celebrity Makeup Artist clients include Oprah, Michelle Obama, and Yolanda Adams, has a new lash colle
December 26, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBMy next guest is Derrick Rutledge. He is arguably one of the most prolific and sought-after makeup artists of his time; Derrick Rutledge is launching a limited edition of eyelashes known as the Derrick Rutledge Perfecting Your Presence (PYP) Collection. Known throughout the industry for helping his megastar clients define their look, Derrick informs that "perfecting a woman's presence begins with her eyes." In a fast-paced industry that relies on professionals and ubiquitous beauty tutorials ...
Chef Huda – Talking Food with Award-winning Chef, has new "Just Savor by Chef Huda" signature spice line
December 25, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBMy next guest is Chef Huda. She is a Telly Award-winning Television Host, acclaimed award-winning Chef, and Food Network record-setting champion. She is an American Heart Association Ambassador, Chef Huda; during the COVID-19, she launched the CHK #KitchenQuarantineParty live virtual series on IG to help bring joy to people in this uncertain time. Her IG Live Food Party was packed with loads of fun, cocktails, great music, delicious food, and VIP guests. She has a savory spice line, Just Savo...
Food Time with Chef Tregaye Fraser, Winner of "Food Network Star," & Host of "Tregaye's Way" on OWN
December 25, 2020 01:01 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBMy next guest is Chef Tregaye Fraser. She grew up eating her grandmother farm-fresh cooking. She is a seasoned chef who likes to twist old-fashioned recipes with her unique flair. She learned the basics at Le Cordon Bleu, but she soon realized that her love for cooking came from her youthful soul and passion for fusion cuisine. Chef Tregaye is a successful, self-employed mother who relates best to a younger generation. She is the first African American woman to win Food Network Star, a two-...