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May 27, 2022

“Venture Capital & Angel Investing” - Bridging the Funding Gap with …

“When it comes to representation, VC entrepreneurship is woefully behind,” shares Brooke Daniels, founder of Ready, Aim, Launch. In today’s episode host D-Rich sits down with Brooke to talk about bridging the funding gap for Black entrepreneurs and t...

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May 19, 2022

“Not Paved for Us” - Black Educators and Public School Reform in Phil…

“I think it's very important to have first person accounts, and if it can't be a first person account, a witness account,” shares Dr. Camika Royal, professor with 23 years of education experience and Author of Not Paved for Us. …

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May 5, 2022

”Hot Shot Trucking” with De Shola Spencer and Guests

“Trucking is where it's at right now,” shares De Shola Spencer, teacher and serial entrepreneur with 17 years of experience. In today’s episode host D-Rich sits down with guest De Shola Spencer and others to talk about the money-making opportunities …

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May 2, 2022

Hot Topics in Education: “K-12 Challenges” & ”PH.D. to Entrepreneur”

“I really do believe that more students reading is a game-changer,” shares Eno Richardson, education consultant, and educator with over a decade of experience. Both of today’s guest speakers are driven by a desire to create positive change in the …

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April 14, 2022

“Disrupting Wealth Disparity” - Closing Black Family Wealth Gap

“To me, developing a positive relationship with money means overcoming financial trauma,” explains Yolanda Mukombe, MBA of YGM Consulting. In today’s episode, host D-Rich, Yolanda, and Steve Canty of Canty Insurance, sit down to talk about wealth dis...

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April 8, 2022

The Strong “Silent” Black Woman – Myth? Superpower? Burden? with Dr. …

“This tension that we’re talking about has direct implications for Black women’s mental and physical health that bleed into the rest of our community,” explains Dr. Martinque Jones. In today’s episode, host D-Rich, Dr. Seanna Leath and Dr. Martinque ...

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April 1, 2022

Marketing Strategy for Nonprofits w/ Bilen Mesfin Packwood

“Some folks get excited about musicians or movie stars, I get excited about folks who have ideas for how to make our world better,” says Bilen Mesfin Packwood, CEO, and Founder of Change Consulting. In today’s episode, host D-Rich and …

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March 25, 2022

“38 Countries” & “Art Caretaking” a Travel & Art Double Feature

In today’s episode, host D-Rich is joined in conversation with two special guests Dr. Trina A. Lynch-Jackon and Stephanie James to discuss how they share and honor culture through art and travel. Growing up, Dr. Trina A. Lynch-Jackson had always …

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March 18, 2022

ADHD and The Challenges for Black Kids with Dr. Brandi Bolling

“Research suggests that over average, white teachers tend to label black students as lazy more often than their white peers. In turn, black kids are labeled more hyperactive, more defiant, and ultimately, more likely to have ADHD.” While the topic …

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March 14, 2022

The State of Justice in 2022 with Anissa Patton, Esq., Jacqueline Lop…

“Justice is a system that is supposed to protect all people, but historically has not served all citizens very well,” says host DJ D-Rich. Through slavery, segregation, and mass incarceration, African Americans have negatively been impacted by the ju...

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March 4, 2022

Getting Started in Stocks & Overcoming the Challenges of Legacy Plann…

When it comes to finances and estate planning, many people feel behind. While these can be daunting topics of discussion, it is important, no matter your age or what you own, to have a plan in place. In today’s episode, …

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Feb. 25, 2022

Black Wall Street and “The True Story of Oklahoma Black Towns”

“Black history should not be a mystery,” says Dr. Trina Jackson. Even though Black Americans have played a crucial role in the development of our country, their accomplishments are purposefully left out of history. In today’s episode, DJ D-Rich is …

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Feb. 18, 2022

”The Future of Nursing”: Creating Career Skills, Pathways, and Mentor…

When Dr. Lepaine Sharp-McHenery was growing up, her mother always dreamed of her being a nurse. After witnessing the impact of nursing firsthand, Dr. Lepaine knew in her heart she was meant for the job. Throughout her career, Dr. Lepaine …

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Feb. 11, 2022

“Conquering Diabetes”: Disrupting The Landscape of Adult-Onset Diabet…

For most of his life, D.J. Jones struggled to maintain a healthy lifestyle. After being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, nearly losing his eyesight, and suffering a stroke, D.J. knew he had a choice to make: change or die. It …

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Feb. 3, 2022

”Pandemic Impact”: Meet the Mother-Daughter Duo Creating Quality Heal…

“As a community, we have to be aware, we have to advocate for each other and ourselves, and we have to ask the hard questions, so we can empower ourselves,” says Dr. Gloria T. Anderson. It wasn’t until the pandemic …

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Jan. 28, 2022

Vegan Life, Plant-Based Nutrition, Personal Fitness, and Holistic Lif…

When many people think about their health and fitness goals, they imagine losing weight. While maintaining a healthy weight is a sign of a healthy lifestyle, it is just one aspect of a much larger picture. In today’s episode, host …

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Jan. 24, 2022

The Post-Racial Myth - a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion conversatio…

Janet Stovall shares how she holds institutions accountable for fixing their race issues and why she equipped her children with an understanding of race – in kindergarten. It’s no secret that America has race issues, and that this has been …

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Jan. 13, 2022

Passing the Torch: Youth Leadership with Community Impact featuring A…

Being raised by immigrant parents, Aseel Mansour and Hadiza Sarr understand the importance of hard work and academic enrichment. While both Aseel and Hadiza are grateful for the opportunities in America, they are also aware of the many things that …

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Jan. 7, 2022

The Pursuit of PhD Excellence and “The Things I Wish I Knew Before I …

Dr. Baucum is a professor who teaches marketing-focused courses to undergraduates and Master of Business Administration (MBA) students. She specializes in working with businesses and organizations that either are owned by black, Indigenous and People...

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Jan. 3, 2022

Real Talk: a Conversation with Wife, Minister, and Author of Undivide…

A women’s ministry leader shares her path to becoming a marriage coach and the advice she gives women in her wives' bible study. Listen as she describes the difficulties she encountered along the way and how they have made her …

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Dec. 27, 2021

Navigating the High School to College Transition with Dr. Rudy Jackso…

As parents and caregivers, we put so much energy into helping our children become academically successful. We push for the right teachers, the right schools, and the right classes. What kind of skills do you find to be critical for …

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Dec. 17, 2021

Black and Camping - The Couple that Glamps Together, Stays Together

Black couples are increasingly looking towards the great outdoors to relax and spend time together, and so are other individuals who love nature and value privacy. With that in mind, it’s always important to consider the safety and comfort of …

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Dec. 10, 2021

“Breaking The Curse”: Perseverance Through Severe Dysfunction as a Bl…

“Seventy percent of people experience trauma at some point in their lives,” says Reggie D. Ford. Like many others in his East Nashville neighborhood, Reggie could have been a victim of the streets. While crime, violence and poverty were second …

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Dec. 3, 2021

The Future of The Black Church: When Religion Leads to Faith-Based Tr…

“Emotional wellness is a gift from God, but we've never been invited to take a deep look at it,” says Margaret L. Conley. Growing up in the church, Margaret couldn’t help but notice the overt gaps between faith and mental …

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