Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-vxw6z-13b992a “The church is not just what we do on Wednesday and Sunday, but how do we really live our faith and become the change agents in the world?”, shares LaKesha Womack, church growth consultant and founder of the Rethinking Church Project. Today, LaKesha joins host D-Rich to talk…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-nk72i-13a60aa “People want change. People want something different. And I think Black women bring a special narrative when it comes to addressing issues of poverty, fairness, and issues related to justice,” explains Judge Robin Kimbrough-Hayes of General Sessions Court of Nashville-Davidson County, Tennessee. Today, Makya Renée Little, candidate for…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-k8igr-139362e “Imagine being a Black boy growing up, seeing where you're targeted, but nobody's talking about it. And worse, no Black parent is talking about it,” shares Dr. Christina Christian, educator and leader in special education and student success. Today, she joins host D-Rich to explore how parents navigate…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-we2sh-1384319 Is building a community-centric brand a marketing strategy or a business strategy? Well, as Dorian Bolden would say, “Without community, it’s just coffee.” Dorian is the founder and owner of Beyu Caffé as well as being the CEO and Chief Vision Officer of Beyu Group. Today, he joins…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-hc4x9-13792a7 “We certainly as Black women have to advocate for ourselves. Black women get breast cancer less, but we die more,” shares Dr. Kellie Kendred Goss, “breast cancer previvor” and advocate for genetic counseling and testing. Today, she joins host Calvin to spread awareness about Black women and breast…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-xfvcu-136a064 “We are the only group of folks who didn't ask to come here. And so the fundamental existential question of Black politics, is now that we are here, what do we do about it?”, shares Dr. Albert Samuels. Dr. Samuels is a professor of Political Science at Southern…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-3tbdr-135ff2b If you can identify a problem that people in your community have and are willing to pay for, you are on track for starting a successful business. Use money that is closer to home by investing your own funds or seeking help from friends and family before reaching…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-ad4si-134d927 “I'm a firm believer that your network is directly tied to your net worth. And so you really have to surround yourself with the right people,” shares April Pyatt, owner and lead event coordinator at Socialite Events. Today, April joins host Calvin to talk about building a growth…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-4uh2b-133a7dd “People have tried to put critical race theory above equity. And to say any word that has any sort of association with a diversity, equity, inclusion theme, that is critical race theory. And it's a bad thing and your kids are being indoctrinated. Your kids are being taught…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-e26r5-132d2be “When I think about the impact that I can make in the community, there are very few things that have impacted me more than a little Black girl coming up to my counter and saying, ‘She's the owner? Mommy, Daddy, I want to own a business one day!’,…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-j2z3n-12c2107 “There's now this notion that you, as an individual, are an independent agent, and you can determine what your career path looks like,” explains Alex Smith, HR executive for the City of Memphis. In today’s episode, host D-Rich sits down with guests Alex Smith and Nona Austin-King, CEO…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-uidku-12b3ee5 “What was really fascinating for me in the course of writing about some of my own trauma was that my parents never really talked to me about racism,” shares Bettye Walker, Owner of B. Walker Consultants with more than three decades of professional experience in advisory leadership and…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-7e9z6-12848df “If you are white, therefore, you are American. So where does that put everyone else who isn’t?” inquires Suzette Chang, Cultural Anthropologist, Founder, and CEO of Thick Descriptions. In today’s episode host D-Rich sits down with guests Suzette Chang, Speaker Vic Sorrell, and Anti-Racism Leadership Coach Jill Nagle…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-7wbbh-1278b38 “Family trauma really just extends from trauma that one person experiences and If it's not resolved, it just keeps going,” shares Jamesha Williams, licensed marriage and family therapist. In today’s episode7 host D-Rich sits down with guests Jamesha Williams and Christian psychologist Dr. Juanita Britt McDonald to talk…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-2rf6j-1233fd1 “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 the differences between venture capital and angel investing. Next, D-Rich…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-i779b-1228d32 “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. In today’s episode host D-Rich sits down with…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-gypu6-1212f54 “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 world of education. In the first part of…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-ufmmp-11f074e “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 Jones sit down to examine the idea of the…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-zwep2-11e6d7c “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 Bilen sit down for an in-depth discussion about…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-ju8yb-11dce3b 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 admired her uncle. For much of her life,…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-8shbb-11cf034 “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 justice system. In today’s episode, host DJ D-Rich sits down…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-ig8hr-11bbc54 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, host D–Rich is joined in conversation with Latavia…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-apv8i-11b199b “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 joined in conversation with a panel of expert…

Source: https://www.podbean.com/eau/pb-b8uyu-11a1816 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 wasn’t until D.J. realized that most of what…