My next guest is Michael Schulson. The Schulson Collective restaurant is his vision has made him one of Philadelphia's most successful hospitality professionals. We will be discussing his career, how COVID-19 has affected his restaurant businesses, how has the Collective made adjustments during these times? What is the future of the restaurant business post-COVID-19? When most people were gaining weight during COVID-19. Michael lost 35 pounds in less than three months. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Michael Schulson.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guest is Dr. Jennifer Ashton. Dr. Ashton is a double board-certified physician as an OB-GYN, Obesity Medicine, a nutritionist with a master's degree in Nutrition, making her one of the only MDs with a national media platform also has a degree in Nutrition.  She is ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent. Dr. Jennifer Ashton has been a trusted voice providing vital health and medical information on "GMA3: What You Need to Know" and constant coverage on ABC News on the COVID-19 pandemic. She's released her latest book, "The New Normal: A Roadmap to Resilience in the Pandemic Era." A must-read guide to dealing with the pandemic's continued challenges is One of the most trusted health personalities on television today, and she has an active medical practice. Her new book "The New Normal" is out now and will teach us how to think like a doctor to help us stay informed, make decisions about your health and better navigate The New Normal.   Please welcome to Money Making Conversations, Dr. Jennifer Ashton.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guest is Dr. Jennifer Ashton. Dr. Ashton is a double board-certified physician as an OB-GYN, Obesity Medicine, a nutritionist with a master's degree in Nutrition, making her one of the only MDs with a national media platform also has a degree in Nutrition.  She is ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent. Dr. Jennifer Ashton has been a trusted voice providing vital health and medical information on "GMA3: What You Need to Know" and constant coverage on ABC News on the COVID-19 pandemic. She's released her latest book, "The New Normal: A Roadmap to Resilience in the Pandemic Era." A must-read guide to dealing with the pandemic's continued challenges is One of the most trusted health personalities on television today, and she has an active medical practice. Her new book "The New Normal" is out now and will teach us how to think like a doctor to help us stay informed, make decisions about your health and better navigate The New Normal.   Please welcome to Money Making Conversations, Dr. Jennifer Ashton. My next guest is Michael Schulson. The Schulson Collective restaurant is his vision has made him one of Philadelphia's most successful hospitality professionals. We will be discussing his career, how COVID-19 has affected his restaurant businesses, how has the Collective made adjustments during these times? What is the future of the restaurant business post-COVID-19? When most people were gaining weight during COVID-19. Michael lost 35 pounds in less than three months. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Michael Schulson. My next guests are Jessica Myers and Davonne Reaves. Since 2019, principals Jessica Myers and Davonne Reaves have acquired more than $14 million in commercial real estate assets, focusing on hotels and multi-family structures. The firm works with passive investors seeking attractive long-term investment strategies to grow their real estate portfolio. Jessica, a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, founded Epiq Collective with Davonne Reaves.   They will be discussing how to raise capital and how to buy a hotel.  Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Jessica Myers and Davonne Reaves.             My next guest is Justin Dawkins. He most recently launched and serves as Managing Partner for Collab Capital. This investment firm focuses on providing Black entrepreneurs the social, human, and financial capital they need to build profitable businesses. Their goal is to help solve the growing racial wealth gap in America. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Justin Dawkins.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guest is Laurieann Gibson. She is a creative Visionary, Choreographer for Mary J. Blige, Lady Gaga, P Diddy, The Jonas Brothers, and author of "Dance Your Dance: 8 Steps to Unleash Your Passion and Live Your Dream." Laurieann Gibson is an Emmy-nominated creative visionary, choreographer, director, producer, and entrepreneur. Her new book is packed with personal anecdotes and messages of empowerment; Dance Your Dance highlights Gibson's evolution from a young dancer training in New York City to a well-respected, in-demand industry leader with an eye for cultivating music artists from the ground up. The book unveils the ultimate blueprint to achieving your dreams—a blueprint she's implemented to develop some of the world's greatest superstars, including Nicki Minaj, and Katy Perry, among others. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Laurieann Gibson.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guests are Benny Boom - directed episodes of NCIS-LA, Black Lightning and All American, and Lee Daniel's Empire on Fox and Executive produced Tazmanian Devil, which earned director Solomon Onita Jr. the inaugural John Singleton Director Award for Best First Feature at the 2020 American Black Film Festival. Benny Boom is the Executive Producer of Tazmanian Devil, and Solomon Onita Jr. is the writer and Director of Tazmanian Devil. Here is a little history on Benny Boom; he is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Benny directed the much-anticipated Tupac Shakur biopic All Eyez On Me, which has grossed over $70M worldwide for Lionsgate Films. Also dominating the television and streaming platforms, Boom has directed NCIS-LA (CBS) episodes, Black Lightning and All American, The Quad and Tales at BET, and Lee Daniel's Empire on Fox. In August 2020, Tazmanian Devil earned Solomon Onita Jr. the inaugural John Singleton Director Award for Best First Feature at the 2020 American Black Film Festival. Tazmanian Devil will be streaming is Steaming on Amazon, iTunes, and Fandango. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Benny Boom and Solomon Onita Jr.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guest is Brittany Pickens. She is a Food Blogger and Creator of "The Juice Girl," a variety of Organic Natural Juices, and "RUB," the perfect everyday seasoning. The Juice Girl definition is "when life gives you lemons; you make lemonade." Or, in this case, "you get juicing!" She is a Food Blogger and created Eating Anonymous to review restaurants, and is a serial entrepreneur. The Juice Girl business offers various products that energize you, boost your immune system, reduce the risk of sickness, and increase your fruit and vegetable intake. All-natural ingredients are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Brittany Pickens.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guest is Ryan Serhant. He is costar on Bravo's "Million Dollar Listing," New York Times Bestselling Author, and new book BME, "Big Money Energy, How to rule at work, Dominate at Life and make Millions." My next guest is Ryan Serhant. He is a costar on Bravo's hit show Million Dollar Listing New York and the author of the national bestseller, Sell It Like Serhant. Ryan made just $9,000 his first year in the business. Twelve years later, he averages a billion dollars in sales every year, making him one of the world's most successful real estate brokers. His social media platforms get a combined average of 3 million+ eyeballs. His real estate company, which launched in 2020, is the most followed real estate brand globally. We will be discussing his new book, BME, "Big Money Energy, How to rule at work, Dominate at Life and make Millions." People who possess Big Money Energy get that way because they are 100% committed to making their vision for themselves a reality and their vision is BIG. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Ryan Serhant.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guest is Laurieann Gibson. She is a creative Visionary, Choreographer for Mary J. Blige, Lady Gaga, P Diddy, The Jonas Brothers, and author of "Dance Your Dance: 8 Steps to Unleash Your Passion and Live Your Dream." Laurieann Gibson is an Emmy-nominated creative visionary, choreographer, director, producer, and entrepreneur. Her new book is packed with personal anecdotes and messages of empowerment; Dance Your Dance highlights Gibson's evolution from a young dancer training in New York City to a well-respected, in-demand industry leader with an eye for cultivating music artists from the ground up. The book unveils the ultimate blueprint to achieving your dreams—a blueprint she's implemented to develop some of the world's greatest superstars, including Nicki Minaj, and Katy Perry, among others. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Laurieann Gibson.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guest is Laurieann Gibson. She is a creative Visionary, Choreographer for Mary J. Blige, Lady Gaga, P Diddy, The Jonas Brothers, and author of "Dance Your Dance: 8 Steps to Unleash Your Passion and Live Your Dream." Laurieann Gibson is an Emmy-nominated creative visionary, choreographer, director, producer, and entrepreneur. Her new book is packed with personal anecdotes and messages of empowerment; Dance Your Dance highlights Gibson's evolution from a young dancer training in New York City to a well-respected, in-demand industry leader with an eye for cultivating music artists from the ground up. The book unveils the ultimate blueprint to achieving your dreams—a blueprint she's implemented to develop some of the world's greatest superstars, including Nicki Minaj, and Katy Perry, among others. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Laurieann Gibson. My next guest is Ryan Serhant. He is costar on Bravo's "Million Dollar Listing," New York Times Bestselling Author, and new book BME, "Big Money Energy, How to rule at work, Dominate at Life and make Millions." My next guest is Ryan Serhant. He is a costar on Bravo's hit show Million Dollar Listing New York and the author of the national bestseller, Sell It Like Serhant. Ryan made just $9,000 his first year in the business. We will be discussing his new book, BME, "Big Money Energy, How to rule at work, Dominate at Life and make Millions." People who possess Big Money Energy get that way because they are 100% committed to making their vision for themselves a reality and their vision is BIG. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Ryan Serhant. My next guests are Benny Boom - directed episodes of NCIS-LA, Black Lightning and All American, and Lee Daniel's Empire on Fox and Executive produced Tazmanian Devil, which earned director Solomon Onita Jr. the inaugural John Singleton Director Award for Best First Feature at the 2020 American Black Film Festival.  Benny Boom is the Executive Producer of Tazmanian Devil, and Solomon Onita Jr. is the writer and Director of Tazmanian Devil. Here is a little history on Benny Boom; he is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. Benny directed the much-anticipated Tupac Shakur biopic All Eyez On Me, which has grossed over $70M worldwide for Lionsgate Films. Also dominating the television and streaming platforms, Boom has directed NCIS-LA (CBS) episodes, Black Lightning and All American, The Quad and Tales at BET, and Lee Daniel's Empire on Fox. In August 2020, Tazmanian Devil earned Solomon Onita Jr. the inaugural John Singleton Director Award for Best First Feature at the 2020 American Black Film Festival. Tazmanian Devil will be streaming is Steaming on Amazon, iTunes, and Fandango. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Benny Boom and Solomon Onita Jr. My next guest is Brittany Pickens. She is a Food Blogger and Creator of "The Juice Girl," a variety of Organic Natural Juices, and "RUB," the perfect everyday seasoning. The Juice Girl definition is "when life gives you lemons; you make lemonade." Or, in this case, "you get juicing!" She is a Food Blogger and created Eating Anonymous to review restaurants, and is a serial entrepreneur.  The Juice Girl business offers various products that energize you, boost your immune system, reduce the risk of sickness, and increase your fruit and vegetable intake. All-natural ingredients are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Brittany Pickens.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Kirk Franklin.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next two guests are Marquis Lupton and William Way Jr. They are two of the founders of TCP Network, TCP stands for The Cultured Professional Network. They recently took their business up another notch this new year, bringing their content on Roku, launching their Roku channel TCP TV. TCP TV aims to give people of color and other disenfranchised groups a voice and platform and supports its community through broadcasted content, community service events, and media literacy camps for kids. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations, Marquis Lupton, and William Way Jr.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guest is Shelden Williams. The former NBA lottery pick and Duke University Hall of Fame player discuss his career from Oklahoma City to the NBA, life after basketball, and what inspires him to give back. The Shelden Williams Foundation is dedicated to empowering student-athletes and their families by delivering and supporting initiatives that promote emotional and physical health through sports, education, and community involvement. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations, Sheldon Williams.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My next guest is Sheila Eldridge. She is the CEO of Miles Ahead Entertainment & Broadcasting and Founder of the Mocha Podcasts Network. She is an HBCU graduate of Howard University's prestigious school of communications. Her Miles Ahead Entertainment & Broadcasting (MAEB) is a certified multicultural marketing and public relations firm that provides consumer lifestyle marketing, event management, sponsor engagement as well as integrated broadcast media campaigns for clients like Ford, Boost Mobile, Toyota America, National Museum of African American History and Culture, AARP, Essence Communications. She syndicates the highly successful Café Mocha Radio show, the CafeMocha2go digital show, and the streaming Salute THEM Awards series. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Sheila Eldridge.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Kirk Franklin.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 Sony Music Entertainment.  Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Kirk Franklin.  My next guest is Sheila Eldridge. She is the CEO of Miles Ahead Entertainment & Broadcasting and Founder of the Mocha Podcasts Network. She is an HBCU graduate of Howard University's prestigious school of communications. Her Miles Ahead Entertainment & Broadcasting (MAEB) is a certified multicultural marketing and public relations firm that provides consumer lifestyle marketing, event management, sponsor engagement as well as integrated broadcast media campaigns for clients like Ford, Boost Mobile, Toyota America, National Museum of African American History and Culture, AARP, Essence Communications. She syndicates the highly successful Café Mocha Radio show, the CafeMocha2go digital show, and the streaming Salute THEM Awards series. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Sheila Eldridge. My next guest is Shelden Williams.  The former NBA lottery pick and Duke University Hall of Fame player discuss his career from Oklahoma City to the NBA, life after basketball, and what inspires him to give back. The Shelden Williams Foundation is dedicated to empowering student-athletes and their families by delivering and supporting initiatives that promote emotional and physical health through sports, education, and community involvement. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations, Shelden Williams. My next two guests are Marquis Lupton and William Way Jr. They are two of the founders of TCP Network, TCP stands for The Cultured Professional Network. They recently took their business up another notch this new year, bringing their content on Roku, launching their Roku channel TCP TV. TCP TV aims to give people of color and other disenfranchised groups a voice and platform and supports its community through broadcasted content, community service events, and media literacy camps for kids. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations, Marquis Lupton, and William Way Jr.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 Facebook page, and my followers loved it. She is on the show to talk about National Meatball Day, her restaurant, her career, and living a balanced life. Please welcome back to Money Making Conversations Donatella Arpaia.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 committed to growing a culture of drinking responsibly. Please welcome to Navarr Grievous and Mikael Pikel.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 urgent care visits plus access to up to 85% of prescriptions at pharmacies across the country for either $20 per visit or $10 per month. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations, Tommy Duncan.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 campaign matters. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Dante Simpson.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 Facebook page, and my followers loved it. She is on the show to talk about National Meatball Day, her restaurant, her career, and living a balanced life. Please welcome back to Money Making Conversations Donatella Arpaia.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 team of kitchen disasters into culinary masters. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Anne Burrell.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 team of kitchen disasters into culinary masters. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Anne Burrell. My 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 Facebook page, and my followers loved it. She is on the show to talk about National Meatball Day, her restaurant, her career, and living a balanced life. Please welcome back to Money Making Conversations Donatella Arpaia.My 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 campaign matters. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Dante Simpsons.My 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 urgent care visits plus access to up to 85% of prescriptions at pharmacies across the country for either $20 per visit or $10 per month. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations, Tommy Duncan.My 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 committed to growing a culture of drinking responsibly. Please welcome to Navarr Grievous and Mikael Pikel.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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: Competitive Strategies to Attract and Retain Top Talent of Color" releases on February 9th and it's available for pre-order now. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Sharon Smith Akinsanya.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 returned for its second season on Tuesday, January 26th, 2021. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Christina Anthony.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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, including the Partnership for a Healthier America summit in Washington, D.C. DiSpirito regularly appears on national television shows such as ABC’s Good Morning America, CBS’s The Talk, ABC’s The View, Extra, E! News and The Dr. Oz Show. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Rocco DiSpirito.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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, including the Partnership for a Healthier America summit in Washington, D.C.  DiSpirito regularly appears on national television shows such as ABC’s Good Morning America, CBS’s The Talk, ABC’s The View, Extra, E! News and The Dr. Oz Show. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Rocco DiSpirito. My 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. My 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, returning for its second season on Tuesday, January 26th, 2021. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Christina Anthony. My next guest is Sharon Smith-Akinsanya. She is the CEO of the Rae Mackenzie Group, an award-winning diversity, equity, and inclusion marketing firm. Sharo 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: Competitive Strategies to Attract and Retain Top Talent of Color" releases on February 9th and it's available for pre-order now. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Sharon Smith Akinsanya.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 market in NBA history. --Gaston made his way in the industry through player development working with many of the top players in the NBA, College, and High School. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Chris Gaston.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 resources to create greater impact through storytelling. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Sherrell Dorsey.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 Conversations an HBCU grad of Tennessee State University, Kenny Lloyd.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 market in NBA history. --Gaston made his way in the industry through player development working with many of the top players in the NBA, College, and High School. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Chris Gaston.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 preserve self and pursue franchising. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Kika Wise.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 preserve self and pursue franchising.  Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Kika Wise. My 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 market in NBA history.  --Gaston made his way in the industry through player development working with many of the top players in the NBA, College, and High School. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Chris Gaston. My 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 Conversations an HBCU grad of Tennessee State University, Kenny Lloyd. My 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 resources to create greater impact through storytelling. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Sherrell Dorsey.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 Floyd, and, unfortunately, many more. All these families have turned to Mr. Crump to turn the spotlight of justice on their cases, who speaks on the ongoing racial injustice in our country today. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Attorney Ben Crump.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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.  She is a “Top 25 African American PR Millennials to Watch” in the Huffington Post and 2019 Communicator of the Year by the Mid-Atlantic Black Public Relations Society. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Alonda Thomas.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 Morial.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 backgrounds to pursue lucrative and lasting opportunities in Georgia's film and television workforce. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Rob Hardy.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 Floyd, and, unfortunately, many more. All these families have turned to Mr. Crump to turn the spotlight of justice on their cases, who speaks on the ongoing racial injustice in our country today. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Attorney Ben Crump.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 Floyd, and, unfortunately, many more. All these families have turned to Mr. Crump to turn the spotlight of justice on their cases, who speaks on the ongoing racial injustice in our country today. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Attorney Ben Crump. My 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 backgrounds to pursue lucrative and lasting opportunities in Georgia's film and television workforce.  Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Rob Hardy. My 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 Morial.  My 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.  My 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.  She is a “Top 25 African American PR Millennials to Watch” in the Huffington Post and 2019 Communicator of the Year by the Mid-Atlantic Black Public Relations Society. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Alonda Thomas.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations a voice for Black America Don Lemon.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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-location rollout goal. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Dr. Frederick Jacobs.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 now she has one goal in mind: to bring the ladies together to revitalize Farish Street, an iconic Black neighborhood in Jackson, Mississippi. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Tambra Cherie, and Lateshia Pearson,https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations the inspiration behind “Voices of Fire,” Bishop Ezekiel Williams.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations the inspiration behind “Voices of Fire,” Bishop Ezekiel Williams.  My next two guests are Tambra Cherie, sounds like TAM-bruh Sha-REE, and Lateshia Pearson, sounds like La-TEESHA PEER-son. 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 now she has one goal in mind: to bring the ladies together to revitalize Farish Street, an iconic Black neighborhood in Jackson, Mississippi. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Tambra Cherie, and Lateshia Pearson  My 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. My 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-location rollout goal. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Dr. Frederick Jacobs.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My 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 continue his recurring role as Brick on the popular ABC soap opera, “General Hospital,” airs January 12th and 13th. ; Stephen A. Smith is co-producing an HBCU docu-series on the North Carolina Central University basketball team with State Farm spokesperson and NBA Star Chris Paul, premieres January 15th; Stephen A. Smith is starring in a highly anticipated family-themed, animated wrestling movie entitled “Rumble.” Paramount Animations teamed up with WWE Studios for the film, which centers on a teen girl who “seeks to follow in her father’s footsteps by coaching a lovable underdog monster into a champion. The release date is May 14th. Yes, he is swamped. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Stephen A. Smith.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.