30 to Life - Redefining the Black Experience
By 30 to Life Podcast
Breaking stereotypes, building legacies, and helping others along the way. 30 to Life is for 30 somethings trying to make it in America. Tune in every Friday with Muki and Brown as they have stimulating conversations with a hint of comedy about everyday millennial life, wealth, health, and everything else. 30 to Life is more than a podcast, it is an experience.
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30 to Life - Redefining the Black Experience Nov 25, 2022
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112: Barbershop Talk - Lessons Fathers Should Teach Daughters About Dating
In this episode, the guys quickly chat about what they been up to lately. Later they discuss lessons that fathers should teach daughters about dating.
Mar 26, 202445:27
111: From the NFL to Author: Redefining What Being An Athlete Means
In this episode the guys chat with Nebraska-born NFL professional, Brandin Bryant, to discuss the adversity he had to overcome and his journey into the NFL. later we discuss his new children’s book and what inspired to write it. Tune in!
Purchase So, You want to be an Athlete? Here: linktr.ee/brandinsbooks
More about Brandin: He is a Nebraska-born NFL professional and mental performance enthusiast, shares his wisdom and experience in his debut book. With an 8-year career in professional football and a belief in the power of a growth mindset, Brandin champions the integral role of education in an athlete's journey. He frequently addresses university audiences across the nation, inspiring the next generation of athletes. Connect with him at brandinsbooks.wordpress.com/
Purchase So, You want to be an Athlete? Here: linktr.ee/brandinsbooks
More about Brandin: He is a Nebraska-born NFL professional and mental performance enthusiast, shares his wisdom and experience in his debut book. With an 8-year career in professional football and a belief in the power of a growth mindset, Brandin champions the integral role of education in an athlete's journey. He frequently addresses university audiences across the nation, inspiring the next generation of athletes. Connect with him at brandinsbooks.wordpress.com/
Feb 06, 202433:41
110: Redefining the Color Purple with Aba Arthur
In this episode the guys chat with actress Aba Arthur, who plays Abena, in the upcoming release of The Color Purple in theaters nationwide December 25th. In this episode, Aba talks about her career journey as an actor, the power of believing in yourself, honoring her ancestors, and her recent experience working with Oprah Winfrey. Tune in!
More about our Aba:
Aba can also tease her upcoming project Apple TV’s “Bad Monkey” where she stars opposite Vince Vaugh, in the long awaited comedy. The series is finally set to drop this Spring! Aba grew up in Washington D.C. alongside her sister and best friend Bozoma St. John (Netflix CMO turned Author). She then earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Performing Arts, as well as Political Science, from the University of Colorado-Boulder, where she now sits on the Dean’s Advisory Board.
She later moved to Los Angeles to pursue her career scoring roles on TV shows including: Netflix shows Cobra Kai and Legacies, NBC’s Southland, WB’s 'Boomerang, and ABC’s Queens. She also played Miss Gold in the feature film Respect, a biopic of Aretha Franklin, starring Jennifer Hudson. She is currently based in Atlanta, splitting her time between both cities for projects.
In addition to her work on screen, Aba has performed in several stage plays and is also an avid writer of screenplays. She also produced/directed her first filmThe Womb in 2018 and has her own production company The Ohemaa Project.
More about our Aba:
Aba can also tease her upcoming project Apple TV’s “Bad Monkey” where she stars opposite Vince Vaugh, in the long awaited comedy. The series is finally set to drop this Spring! Aba grew up in Washington D.C. alongside her sister and best friend Bozoma St. John (Netflix CMO turned Author). She then earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Performing Arts, as well as Political Science, from the University of Colorado-Boulder, where she now sits on the Dean’s Advisory Board.
She later moved to Los Angeles to pursue her career scoring roles on TV shows including: Netflix shows Cobra Kai and Legacies, NBC’s Southland, WB’s 'Boomerang, and ABC’s Queens. She also played Miss Gold in the feature film Respect, a biopic of Aretha Franklin, starring Jennifer Hudson. She is currently based in Atlanta, splitting her time between both cities for projects.
In addition to her work on screen, Aba has performed in several stage plays and is also an avid writer of screenplays. She also produced/directed her first filmThe Womb in 2018 and has her own production company The Ohemaa Project.
Dec 22, 202343:59
109: Barbershop Talk - Core Values and Principles to Empower the Black Family
In this thought-provoking episode, we delve deep into the core values that hold the key to advancing Black families for the next century. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of heritage, resilience, and unity that has shaped our past and will steer our future. Together, we'll uncover the timeless principles and wisdom that empower us to thrive, overcome challenges, and build a brighter tomorrow. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that celebrates the strength and potential of Black families. Listen now and be part of the dialogue!
Oct 31, 202342:15
108: Barbershop Talk - Building the Right Habits for Your Kids
30 to Life is back! After a long hiatus, Muki and Brown return to discuss what they been up to and difficulties of balancing it all. Later in the episode they discuss building the right habits for their kids and leading by example. Tune in! New episodes the first of every month.
Sep 15, 202357:29
107: Everything You Need to Know About Taxes with Cherie of the Little CPA
In the this episode, the guys chat with Cherie of the Little CPA. She answers all of the frequently asked questions about taxes and how the tax code works. Tune in.
More about our guest: Chérie is a Certified Public Accountant with more than 10 years of Public Accounting Experience. She
was recently named one of the AICPA’s 40 Under 40 Black CPAs, and she is 1 of 29 young CPAs accepted into the AICPA’s 2020 Leadership Academy.
Outside of work, she serves on the Board of Directors for a local performing arts nonprofit and an economic development nonprofit . She is the founder of The Little CPA, an educational platform that helps thriving professionals make wise financial decisions.
Learn more at www.thelittecpa.com
More about our guest: Chérie is a Certified Public Accountant with more than 10 years of Public Accounting Experience. She
was recently named one of the AICPA’s 40 Under 40 Black CPAs, and she is 1 of 29 young CPAs accepted into the AICPA’s 2020 Leadership Academy.
Outside of work, she serves on the Board of Directors for a local performing arts nonprofit and an economic development nonprofit . She is the founder of The Little CPA, an educational platform that helps thriving professionals make wise financial decisions.
Learn more at www.thelittecpa.com
Mar 14, 202352:17
106: The Power of a Dad - Lessons We Learned From Our Fathers
In this episode, Muki & Brown reflect on the wisdom and lessons taught to them by their dads and how it has impacted them. Tune in!
Feb 07, 202331:44
105: Year in Review - Our Favorite Episodes and What We Learned
In this episode, the guys discuss their favorite moments/episodes of the podcast in 2022 and the lessons they learned. Later they discuss how they will redefine their black experience in 2023. Tune in!
Jan 10, 202338:21
104: How to Recognize and Foster Your Children’s Talents with Gabriella Zielinska
The guys are joined by 7 year old author Gabriella Zielinska. She is the author of My Crocodile Snappy. In this episode, Gabriella highlights her inspiration for writing the book and what keeps her motivated. Later we discuss with her parents the values that they are instilling in her, the importance of community support, and the process of writing a book. Tune in!
Purchase a copy of My Crocodile Snappy here: www.gabbysnappy.com
Purchase a copy of My Crocodile Snappy here: www.gabbysnappy.com
Nov 25, 202225:56
103: How To Become A Millionaire & The 6 Levels of Wealth with Cedric Nash
Cedric Nash, “Your Millionaire Mentor”, is an entrepreneur and investor who educates, inspires and motivates wealth building in the African American Community. He is founder of The Black Wealth Summit annual event. He is author of forthcoming book (select preview arriving October 2022) Why Should White Guys Have All the Wealth? How You Can Become a Millionaire Starting from the Bottom and The Millionaire Money Moves Supplemental Investment Guide.
In this episode, we discuss:
* Financial mistakes that will prevent you from building wealth
* 4 Reasons why Black Americans should strive for high net worth and how to determine which of the 6 levels of wealth you are striving for
* How Black families can save money for future generations and build generational wealth
* Why Cedric started the Black Wealth Summit
* Lessons he learned building a multi-million dollar business
Tune in!
More about Cedric:
An entrepreneur and investor since 1995, Nash founded Oakland Consulting Group, Inc. (OCG), an information technology consulting, software and staffing firm that has over 150 employees. He has been the recipient of the Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year award, Inc Magazine 100 fastest growing inner city firms, listed in the Inc 500/5000 fastest growing firms in the nation (three times), listed as a Black Enterprise Industrial 100 largest black owned businesses (three times), Washington Technology Fast 50, and the recipient of the ITSMF prestigious Beacon Award for entrepreneurs. Nash has experience investing in residential, vacation, multi-family, mixed use and commercial real estate. He has also invested in securities and private equity deals for the past 25 years.
Follow Cedric on Instagram:
www.instagram.com/MillionaireMoneyMoves/
Learn more about the Wealth Summit:
blackwealthsummit.com/
In this episode, we discuss:
* Financial mistakes that will prevent you from building wealth
* 4 Reasons why Black Americans should strive for high net worth and how to determine which of the 6 levels of wealth you are striving for
* How Black families can save money for future generations and build generational wealth
* Why Cedric started the Black Wealth Summit
* Lessons he learned building a multi-million dollar business
Tune in!
More about Cedric:
An entrepreneur and investor since 1995, Nash founded Oakland Consulting Group, Inc. (OCG), an information technology consulting, software and staffing firm that has over 150 employees. He has been the recipient of the Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year award, Inc Magazine 100 fastest growing inner city firms, listed in the Inc 500/5000 fastest growing firms in the nation (three times), listed as a Black Enterprise Industrial 100 largest black owned businesses (three times), Washington Technology Fast 50, and the recipient of the ITSMF prestigious Beacon Award for entrepreneurs. Nash has experience investing in residential, vacation, multi-family, mixed use and commercial real estate. He has also invested in securities and private equity deals for the past 25 years.
Follow Cedric on Instagram:
www.instagram.com/MillionaireMoneyMoves/
Learn more about the Wealth Summit:
blackwealthsummit.com/
Oct 08, 202201:05:11
102: Closing The Wealth Gap Through Real Estate With David Ball
The guys chat with David Ball. He hosts House Rich: The Real Estate Show on YouTube and all podcast platforms. There he breaks down a mortgage topic weekly and also interviews a subject matter expert in various aspects of real estate. In this episode, we discuss the current housing market, how real estate impacts the wealth gap, and tips when buying a home. Tune in!
More about David:
David is a Navy veteran and graduated from the US Naval Academy with a degree in Econ. He also has 7 years of experience in the mortgage industry as a loan officer and underwriter. He saw a lack of accurate and detailed home buyer education online and decided to fill the void through his platform @coinsnculture. His goal is to break down the sometimes-complicated mortgage process into layman terms and help people buy their 1st home strategically.
Connect with David:
Instagram: @Coinsnculture @houserichshow
YouTube & Podcast House Rich: The Real Estate Show www.houserichshow.com
Sep 10, 202244:04
101: How To Transform Your Life with Alexiou Gibson
In this inspirational episode, the guys chat with Alexiou Gibson. Alexiou is the CEO and President of The Transformation Factory, and is a motivational speaker. He shares his journey to losing over 300 pounds and what led him to create his million dollar sea moss gel business. Later he breaks down his experience on Shark Tank and what he learned from it. Tune in!
More about Alexiou:
Alexiou Gibson wasn’t always passionate about his health. But at just 21 years old, his doctor told him he wouldn’t live to see 30 if he didn’t make some serious changes. He began to research ways to support his weight loss and was reintroduced to the sea moss he loved as a child. Incorporating this superfood into his plan for diet and exercise, he lost an incredible amount of weight from 500 pounds and became inspired to introduce everyone to the amazing health benefits this hidden gem can provide.
Over the past 10 years, Alexiou has been recognized for his leadership, entrepreneurship, and community involvement and is the recipient of numerous awards and achievements.
Alexiou’s business originated out of love for his eighty-year-old grandmother. He wanted his grandmother to stay healthy and strong during the peak of the COVID-19 crisis. To help build her immunity system he would make her Sea Moss Gel lattes daily.
Alexiou started sharing photos, and videos on his social media platforms on the benefits of Sea Moss Gel with his family and friends. Immediately thereafter, he started to receive Sea Moss Gel requests from friends who worked in the healthcare field. After such positive feedback, Alexiou decided to give healthcare workers and people who were diagnosed with COVID-19 free Sea Moss Gel.!He provided Sea Moss Gel to people in need all within the process of being evicted from his home with his family.
Today, Alexiou has lost over 300 pounds, is the CEO and President of The Transformation Factory, and is a motivational speaker.
On May 20, 2022, The Transformation Factory appeared on the season finale of ABC’s Shark Tank. This was the first and only Sea Moss Gel to be featured in Shark Tank history. Initial offers from Kevin O’Leary and Barbara Corcoran were turned down in favor of a dual offer from Kevin Hart and Mark Cuban for $600,000.
Connect with Alex:
LinkedIn: AlexiouGibson
Website: seamosstransformation.com
Social Media: Instagram
More about Alexiou:
Alexiou Gibson wasn’t always passionate about his health. But at just 21 years old, his doctor told him he wouldn’t live to see 30 if he didn’t make some serious changes. He began to research ways to support his weight loss and was reintroduced to the sea moss he loved as a child. Incorporating this superfood into his plan for diet and exercise, he lost an incredible amount of weight from 500 pounds and became inspired to introduce everyone to the amazing health benefits this hidden gem can provide.
Over the past 10 years, Alexiou has been recognized for his leadership, entrepreneurship, and community involvement and is the recipient of numerous awards and achievements.
Alexiou’s business originated out of love for his eighty-year-old grandmother. He wanted his grandmother to stay healthy and strong during the peak of the COVID-19 crisis. To help build her immunity system he would make her Sea Moss Gel lattes daily.
Alexiou started sharing photos, and videos on his social media platforms on the benefits of Sea Moss Gel with his family and friends. Immediately thereafter, he started to receive Sea Moss Gel requests from friends who worked in the healthcare field. After such positive feedback, Alexiou decided to give healthcare workers and people who were diagnosed with COVID-19 free Sea Moss Gel.!He provided Sea Moss Gel to people in need all within the process of being evicted from his home with his family.
Today, Alexiou has lost over 300 pounds, is the CEO and President of The Transformation Factory, and is a motivational speaker.
On May 20, 2022, The Transformation Factory appeared on the season finale of ABC’s Shark Tank. This was the first and only Sea Moss Gel to be featured in Shark Tank history. Initial offers from Kevin O’Leary and Barbara Corcoran were turned down in favor of a dual offer from Kevin Hart and Mark Cuban for $600,000.
Connect with Alex:
LinkedIn: AlexiouGibson
Website: seamosstransformation.com
Social Media: Instagram
Aug 26, 202241:11
100: The Road to 100 Episodes and What We Learned From The Podcast
In the this episode the guys celebrate reaching 100 episodes! They discuss the genesis of the podcast and lessons they learned over the last 2 years. Later they discuss what’s next for the podcast and guests they would like on the show. Tune in! Be sure to check out our bonus episode this week as we continue our celebration of 100 episodes on YouTube featuring a very special guest. youtube.com/channel/UCQhmskTHdfYOFwJleMPdX8Q
Jul 16, 202226:23
99: Daddy’s Weekends - How To Create A Children’s Book
In this episode, the guys chat about Brown’s new book Daddy’s Weekends. He breaks down his journey to create the book and what inspired him to write it. Tune in!
Get a copy of Daddy’s Weekends on Amazon
https://a.co/d/0eXUbKo
Daddy's Weekends is a fun educational children's book that tells the story of a child's exciting and educational weekend with her father. Whether it is dancing, meditating, or learning together, this father-daughter duo makes the most of their short time together. With rhythmic text and engaging illustrations, the reader practices punctuation, vocabulary, and using their voices to convey meaning.
Daddy's Weekends is great for dads who want their children to know how much they are loved, mothers who want their children to develop a bond with their dad, and grandparents who want their grandchildren to feel connected to their father.
Get a copy of Daddy’s Weekends on Amazon
https://a.co/d/0eXUbKo
Daddy's Weekends is a fun educational children's book that tells the story of a child's exciting and educational weekend with her father. Whether it is dancing, meditating, or learning together, this father-daughter duo makes the most of their short time together. With rhythmic text and engaging illustrations, the reader practices punctuation, vocabulary, and using their voices to convey meaning.
Daddy's Weekends is great for dads who want their children to know how much they are loved, mothers who want their children to develop a bond with their dad, and grandparents who want their grandchildren to feel connected to their father.
Jul 01, 202224:41
98: Barbershop Talk - Lebron James & Lessons Learned About Black Billionaires
In this barbershop episode of 30 to Life, the guys discuss Lebron James officially becoming a billionaire. We discuss how he has redefined the black athlete and set a model of excellence on and off the court. Later we discuss black billionaires in the Us and what we learned from them. Tune in.
Jun 07, 202229:28
97: Redefining Black Innovation in Healthcare & Venture Capital with Marcus Whitney
In this episode the guys chat with Marcus Whitney, the founding partner of Jumpstart Health Investors. Marcus breaks down his journey from college dropout, waiter to self-taught, successful entrepreneur. Tune in!
More about Marcus:
Marcus Whitney is Founding Partner of Jumpstart Health Investors, the most active venture capital firm in America focused on innovative, healthcare companies with a portfolio of over 100 companies. He recently launched Jumpstart Nova, the first Black healthcare venture fund in America.
Marcus is also co-founder and minority owner of Major League Soccer team, Nashville Soccer Club.
Marcus has been listed in the Power 100 by Nashville Business Journal, and has been featured by Inc., CNBC, Entrpereneur, Fast Company, and The Atlantic.
Marcus is the author of the best selling book Create and Orchestrate, about claiming your Creative Power through entrepreneurship. Marcus is also the producer and host of The Creative Power Podcast, a podcast on all major platforms.
Marcus is a member of the board of the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corporation, Instruction Partners and Launch Tennessee.
Connect with Marcus:
Website: www.marcuswhitney.com Book: createandorchestrate.com/
More about Marcus:
Marcus Whitney is Founding Partner of Jumpstart Health Investors, the most active venture capital firm in America focused on innovative, healthcare companies with a portfolio of over 100 companies. He recently launched Jumpstart Nova, the first Black healthcare venture fund in America.
Marcus is also co-founder and minority owner of Major League Soccer team, Nashville Soccer Club.
Marcus has been listed in the Power 100 by Nashville Business Journal, and has been featured by Inc., CNBC, Entrpereneur, Fast Company, and The Atlantic.
Marcus is the author of the best selling book Create and Orchestrate, about claiming your Creative Power through entrepreneurship. Marcus is also the producer and host of The Creative Power Podcast, a podcast on all major platforms.
Marcus is a member of the board of the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, the Nashville Convention and Visitors Corporation, Instruction Partners and Launch Tennessee.
Connect with Marcus:
Website: www.marcuswhitney.com Book: createandorchestrate.com/
May 23, 202246:07
96: Barbershop Talk: Life Lessons We Teach Our Kids
In this episode, the guys open up talking about the new Batman movie and how it compares to the Dark Knight. Later in the episode they discuss lessons that they are teaching their kids and reflect on things they learned growing up. Tune in!
May 16, 202241:11
95: Overcoming Racism and Redefining the Education System with Matthew Kincaid
In this episode, the guys chat with Matthew Kincaid, a former social studies teacher, and school administrator is now the founder, CEO, and Chief Consulting officer of the non-profit, Overcoming Racism. Matthew breaks down critical race theory, anti-racism, and the challenges of the current education system. Later, he discusses his journey from teacher to full time entrepreneur. Tune in!
More about our guest:
Matthew Kincaid, a former social studies teacher, and school administrator is now the founder, CEO, and Chief Consulting officer of the non-profit, Overcoming Racism. Kincaid is currently the co-chair of the truth and reconciliation committee for the human relations commission serving the city of New Orleans and an Amaphiko Social Entrepreneurship Fellow. In 2018 he was recognized as one of “100 Visionary Leaders” for Real Leaders Magazine in addition to receiving the “Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award” for the state of Louisiana from the U.S Small Business Administration. In 2019, Kincaid was the recipient of Gambit’s 40 under 40 recognition. Matthew is a graduate of Tufts University and a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Connect with Matthew:
overcomingracism.com/
More about our guest:
Matthew Kincaid, a former social studies teacher, and school administrator is now the founder, CEO, and Chief Consulting officer of the non-profit, Overcoming Racism. Kincaid is currently the co-chair of the truth and reconciliation committee for the human relations commission serving the city of New Orleans and an Amaphiko Social Entrepreneurship Fellow. In 2018 he was recognized as one of “100 Visionary Leaders” for Real Leaders Magazine in addition to receiving the “Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award” for the state of Louisiana from the U.S Small Business Administration. In 2019, Kincaid was the recipient of Gambit’s 40 under 40 recognition. Matthew is a graduate of Tufts University and a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Connect with Matthew:
overcomingracism.com/
May 11, 202254:17
94: Barbershop Talk - Student Loan Forgiveness and Is College Worth It
In this episode, the guys if the government should forgive everyone’s student loans. They also discuss if it should be based on your income. Later, they discuss their journey of paying down their debts and what they would do differently if they could go back in time. Tune in for a great discussion on college and student loans! Follow us on Instagram @30tolifepod
May 03, 202231:59
93: Barbershop Talk - The Museum of
African American History & Culture
In this episode, the guys discuss their experience at the The Natural Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington D.C. They break down why everyone should go to the museum, how they felt walking through the exhibits and what they learned. Later, they discuss impostor syndrome and how they overcame it throughout their career. Tune in.
Apr 23, 202248:26
92: The Journey to Entrepreneurship and How to Build Relationships with Sunni Connor
The guys chat with serial entrepreneur, Sunni T. Connor. Sunni runs three businesses, including a tax service, naturallysunni.com and Zirah hair products. She's also an author and motivational speaker. In this episode, she discusses her journey from 9-5 to full time business owner and the lessons she learned along the way. She breaks down how she builds relationships and the importance of networking. Tune in.
Learn more about Sunni:
Website
www.naturallysunni.com
Now Us Podcast
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LOeAv_5trw&t=874s
Sunni’s Books
https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B089M96NBM?_encoding=UTF8&node=2656022011&offset=0&pageSize=12&searchAlias=stripbooks&sort=author-sidecar-rank&page=1&langFilter=default#formatSelectorHeader
Apr 15, 202243:44
91: Creating An Executive Presence & Personal Brand with David McKnight
In this episode, the guys chat with David McKnight. David is the founder of McKnight Image Lab, where he helps high-achievers leverage their professional image and personal brand in order to get higher salaries and better opportunities. Tune in.
More about our guest:
Since beginning his career as a management consultant in the late nineties, David’s non-linear professional journey has taken him from presenting in corporate boardrooms to styling magazine photoshoots, and New York fashion shows, and now to global author and speaker, and certified image consultant and executive coach.
He is the President of McKnight Image Lab, an image consulting firm based in Miami, which he founded in 2006 while still working in corporate America. He loves helping ambitious professionals to improve their professional image and personal brand, or to achieve their most audacious goals.
David has two decades of experience as a strategy and operations management consultant and financial services executive, and he is the author of The Zen of Executive Presence.
David earned a B.A. in Sociology from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ, as well as an M.S. in Public Policy and Management from Carnegie Mellon University. He has been featured in multiple media outlets such as The New York Times, The New York Post, Inc. Magazine, Huffington Post, WSJ Market Watch, PIVOT Magazine, to name a few.
Connect with David:
Website: www.mcknightimagelab.com
IG:www.instagram.com/mcknightimage
FB: www.facebook.com/mcknightimage
Twitter: www.twitter.com/mcknightimage
More about our guest:
Since beginning his career as a management consultant in the late nineties, David’s non-linear professional journey has taken him from presenting in corporate boardrooms to styling magazine photoshoots, and New York fashion shows, and now to global author and speaker, and certified image consultant and executive coach.
He is the President of McKnight Image Lab, an image consulting firm based in Miami, which he founded in 2006 while still working in corporate America. He loves helping ambitious professionals to improve their professional image and personal brand, or to achieve their most audacious goals.
David has two decades of experience as a strategy and operations management consultant and financial services executive, and he is the author of The Zen of Executive Presence.
David earned a B.A. in Sociology from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ, as well as an M.S. in Public Policy and Management from Carnegie Mellon University. He has been featured in multiple media outlets such as The New York Times, The New York Post, Inc. Magazine, Huffington Post, WSJ Market Watch, PIVOT Magazine, to name a few.
Connect with David:
Website: www.mcknightimagelab.com
IG:www.instagram.com/mcknightimage
FB: www.facebook.com/mcknightimage
Twitter: www.twitter.com/mcknightimage
Apr 01, 202253:41
90: Overcoming Adversity And Building A Million Dollar Business with Ellie Diop
In this episode the guy chat with Ellie Diop. Ellie Diop is the Founder of Ellie Talks Money & Ellievated Academy. She is a business strategist, author, and transformational speaker who built a multi-million-dollar business in one short year. She breaks down her journey of hardship & adversity and the steps she took to change her life. Later she gives practical advice for business owners and lessons she learned to create a million dollar business. Tune in.
More about our guest:
After losing her corporate job during the pandemic, Ellie used her $1,200 stimulus check to build a multi-million dollar online coaching business in one year.
Entrepreneurship changed Ellie’s wealth trajectory, and she wants to help other women experience the freedom that starting her business has provided her. She is committed to assisting women to overcome their circumstances to build successful businesses so they can live the life of their dreams.
Ellie has built an online community of close to 350,000 people and educated over 40,000 students through her business coaching and online curriculum.
She is a mother of four who has taught thousands of women how to start their business, build their business credit and scale up using digital marketing strategies.
Ellie leveraged her years of corporate experience in Sales, Marketing, and Leadership Development to start her business after being laid off right before the most recent pandemic.
She has shared her business success story and expertise in front of the U.S. Congress and on many stages throughout the country.
Her success story and advice have been featured in Business Insider, Bloomberg, Entrepreneur, Newsweek, NextAdvisor, Black Enterprise, Univision, among other publications.
Connect with Ellie:
Website: http://www.ellietalksmoney.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ellietalksmoney/
Courses: http://www.ellievatedacademy.com/
Mar 18, 202249:01
89: How To Tell Your Story And Influence Others with Robert Kennedy III
In this episode, the guys chat with Robert Kennedy III. Robert is a trainer, keynote speaker, workshop facilitator and coach in leadership communication and presentation confidence. He breaks down the power of telling your story through communication and connection. Later, he give tips on public speaking and leading others. Tune in.
More about out guest:
Robert Kennedy III has over the past 15+ years, he has executives and business leaders on bringing their communication to life. He specializes in Public Presentation Skills, Speech Preparation & Structure, Team-Building, and Presentation Planning, Development & Delivery. Robert’s workshops and training sessions are known for being high energy and interactive, yet thought provoking and insightful.
In addition to classroom delivery and training, Robert also brings background as a radio news anchor, podcast host and voiceover talent, working with clients such as Nature Valley and Panda Restaurant Group.
Other notable corporate and government clients with whom Robert has worked include Barnes & Noble, Comscore, Johnson & Johnson, US Coast Guard, US Census Bureau, Social Security Administration, Neighborworks America, AARP Defense Acquisition University and World Bank.
Connect with Robert at https://robertkennedy3.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertkennedy3/
Mar 12, 202250:10
88: Redefining Black Hair & The Keys To Launching An App with Asha Christian
In this episode, we chat with Asha Christian, the CEO of Coily. She discusses her journey of creating her first app in high school to ultimately creating an app dedicated to black women's hair. Later, she breaks down the lessons she learned along the way and what steps you need to take to create a successful app. Tune in.
More about our guest:
Asha is very passionate about using technology to solve the problems that effect underrepresented and underserved communities. In 2015, she co-founded Five-0, an internationally acclaimed mobile police rating app, which has been featured in Forbes, CNN, Washington Post, Business Insider, Buzzfeed, the Google Developer Conference, and more.
In 2016, Asha Co-founded STEMGuyana, a non-profit organization that teaches robotics, scratch programming, and app development to youth across the country of Guyana. STEMGuyana has over 60 locations, and has recently been crowned the fastest growing STEM program in the Caribbean.
Now Asha can be found creating technology for black women as the founder and CEO of Coily, a community-driven marketplace that utilizes AI to personalize and enhance the black hair shopping experience. The goal is to create a home for black women to lean into their love of hair over and over again.
Connect with Asha:
Coily Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coilyapp/
Coily Twitter: https://twitter.com/coilyinc?lang=en
Viral Tweet: https://twitter.com/AshaTalia/status/1479267022382981125?s=20&t=sO4cTPFsi22BcqpS-Qe4Qw
Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashatalia/
Coily Website: https://coily.us/
Revolt TV feature: https://www.revolt.tv/article/2021-08-13/47496/asha-christians-coily-app-is-helping-black-womens-hair-get-the-best-care-possible/
Afrotech: https://afrotech.com/asha-christian-new-app-coily-solves-hair-problems
Mar 04, 202241:08
87: Barbershop Talk - Fatherhood and Durags
In this barbershop episode, the guys talk about being comfortable wearing durags and embracing black culture in corporate America. Later they discuss the importance of black fathers and the impact their fathers had on their lives. Tune in.
Feb 26, 202245:56
86: Welcome to the Metaverse & Blockchain with Sae'Von Springer
The guys welcome back Sae'Von Springer of Native Assets on the show. He discusses all things Metaverse and takes a deep dive on blockchain technology. Tune in.
More about our guest:
Sae’Von Springer is the founder & managing partner of Native Assets, a blockchain firm specializing in empowering clients with the knowledge & tools required to secure their assets, preserve their purchasing power, & compound their wealth via conscious implementation of blockchain technologies & strategically leveraged digital asset markets.
Recognizing the massive chasm of knowledge in the digital asset sector, Springer realized he was uniquely positioned to assist those ready and willing to learn. As a life-long tech enthusiast & student of history, he grasped the complexities of blockchain & cryptography, foreseeing its broader societal implications. Being an investor & trader from legacy markets, he understands & appreciates the unique financial products & services powered by smart contracts & decentralized protocols. Thus, “Native Assets” was born.
Blog Article mentioned: https://medium.com/@nativeassets
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/saevonspringer
Official Website: https://www.nativeassets.co/
Blockchain Foundations 21 Day Program: https://www.nativeassets.co/foundations
Amazon Book Link: https://bit.ly/blockchainblueprintbook
Free Ebook: https://www.nativeassets.co/blueprintbook
Feb 11, 202249:56
85: Mental Health in the Black Community with Jared Washington
In this episode, the guys chat with Jared Washington. He is the CEO of Healing Outreach Purpose and Empowerment (HOPE) LLC. It is a unique private practice offering psychotherapy services to adolescents and adults battling mental illness throughout the metro Atlanta area. He discuss mental health in the black community, the importance of therapy, and his journey into entrepreneurship. Tune in.
Resources mention in the episode:
www.nami.org
www.nimh.nih.gov
www.therapyforblackmen.org
www.therapyforblackgirls.com
www.psychologytoday.com
More about our guest:
Jared is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has received his Master’s of Art in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University. He received his Bachelor’s of Art from Ramapo College of New Jersey in Psychology with a minor in African American Studies. Jared has over 9 years of experience in the mental health field and has worked in various clinical environments such as psychiatric hospitals, insurance providers and foster care agencies.
Connect with Jared:
www.jwhopeservices.com
IG: @j.washington.hope
Resources mention in the episode:
www.nami.org
www.nimh.nih.gov
www.therapyforblackmen.org
www.therapyforblackgirls.com
www.psychologytoday.com
More about our guest:
Jared is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has received his Master’s of Art in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University. He received his Bachelor’s of Art from Ramapo College of New Jersey in Psychology with a minor in African American Studies. Jared has over 9 years of experience in the mental health field and has worked in various clinical environments such as psychiatric hospitals, insurance providers and foster care agencies.
Connect with Jared:
www.jwhopeservices.com
IG: @j.washington.hope
Feb 06, 202242:01
84: Barbershop Talk - Politics, Activism, and Reparations with Zellie Imani
In the special episode of barbershop talk we chat with Zellie Imani. Zellie is a Black Lives Matter organizer, journalist, and educator. They guys discuss politics, activism, reparations, the progress of the black community, and more. Later he shares his journey into activism and how his parents helped shape his views today. Tune in.
More about our guest:
Zellie Thomas ( aka Zellie Imani ) is a Paterson teacher, entrepreneur, Black Lives Matter organizer and winner of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Human & Civil Rights Award for his advocacy for social justice. Follow him on Instagram and Twitter @zellieimani
Jan 29, 202256:23
83: Redefining Black Women In Tech with Regina Gwynn
The guys chat with Regina Gwynn, co-founder of Black Women Talk Tech, the largest membership organization of black women tech entrepreneurs and the only conference designed for that community. This collective has a unique understanding of the challenges faced in the technology ecosystem, but also of the advantages they can bring. Its mission is to identify, support and encourage black women to build the next billion dollar business. Regina has been named to the 100 Most Powerful Women by Entrepreneur Magazine and Top Ten Women in Tech by Essence Magazine.
In this episode, Regina shares her journey of launching her first app and why Black Women Talk Tech was created. Later in the episode, she breaks down how to get funding and how Black Women Talk Tech helps tech founders. Tune in.
More about Black Women Talk Tech:
Black Women Talk Tech (BWTT) was launched after Esosa Ighodaro-Johnson and Regina Gwynn met by chance at a tech conference and shared common ground over the racial disparity they both experienced firsthand in the tech funding world. This collective was started with the mission to identify, support and encourage black women to build the next billion-dollar business.
BWTT’s 5th Annual Roadmap to Billions conference is the only tech conference created by Black female founders for Black female founders and supporters of the community. It showcases the brilliance of Black women building scalable companies while building deep connections and creating real funding opportunities. BWTT is a registered non-profit with regional chapters across the globe, and the conference is now the largest convening of Black female tech entrepreneurs. The success of the organization has also led to the expansion of Black Men Talk Tech and Black Students Talk Tech, as well as the company’s first acquisition of Black Female Founders (BFF).
Learn more here:
https://www.blackwomentalktech.com/
https://twitter.com/BWTalkTech
https://www.facebook.com/blackwomentalktech
https://www.instagram.com/blackwomentalktech/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/blackwomentalktech/
Register for Face Of A Founder on Hop.In: https://hopin.com/events/the-face-of-a-founder-summit/registration
Jan 24, 202245:39
82: The Rise of Homeschooling and the Impact On Black Children with Dr. Khadijah Z. Ali-Coleman
In this episode, the guys chat with Dr. Khadijah Z. Ali-Coleman about her upcoming book Homeschooling Black Children in the US: Theory, Practice and Popular Culture. She breaks down her experience as a former homeschooling mother, the impact homeschool has on black children in America, and so much more. Tune in.
More about our guest:
Dr. Khadijah Z. Ali-Colemann. is a former homeschooling mother, cultural curator, community organizer, nationally recognized speaker, and writer. Her work centers the social and political life experiences, history, and culture of the people of the African diaspora. She is author of the children's bookMariah's Maraca's and has poetry and short stories in numerous books, including the 2020 anthology The Fire Inside: Poems and Stories from Zora's Den. Her academic work has been published in The Journal of Higher Education Politics & Economics, and the book Afrofuturism in Black Panther: Gender, Identity and the Remaking of Blackness. Her journalistic bylines have appeared in more than a dozen publications, including Ebony, Romper, The Grade, The Washington Informer and The Afro. She has been quoted in the media as a homeschooling expert, interviewed by Slate, Wired, The Washington Post, NBC and more. She is co-editor of the book Homeschooling Black Children in the US: Theory, Practice and Popular Culture.
Learn more by visiting her website at KhadijahAli-Coleman.com
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Jan 15, 202201:02:08
81: Think and Grow Unbroken with Michael Anthony
In this episode, the guys chat with Michael Anthony. He is the founder of Think Unbroken, a best-selling author, award-winning speaker, podcast host, coach, and advocate for adult survivors of childhood trauma. He shares how he went from homeless to hero and steps he took to have an unbroken mindset. Later he breaks down the keys to healing from trauma and how to change your life. Tune in!
More about our guest:
Since 2016, Michael has empowered over 100,000 trauma survivors to get out of The Vortex, learn to love themselves, and become the hero of their own story. Michael has written multiple books including the best seller Think Unbroken: Understanding and Overcoming Childhood Trauma, spoken in over 80 countries, won investments from Undercover Billionaire Grant Cardone, and is on a mission to end Generational Trauma in his lifetime.
Learn more at www.thinkunbroken.com
Check out his podcast: www.thinkunbrokenpodcast.com/
More about our guest:
Since 2016, Michael has empowered over 100,000 trauma survivors to get out of The Vortex, learn to love themselves, and become the hero of their own story. Michael has written multiple books including the best seller Think Unbroken: Understanding and Overcoming Childhood Trauma, spoken in over 80 countries, won investments from Undercover Billionaire Grant Cardone, and is on a mission to end Generational Trauma in his lifetime.
Learn more at www.thinkunbroken.com
Check out his podcast: www.thinkunbrokenpodcast.com/
Jan 08, 202251:07
80: Year In Review - Our Favorite Episodes & What We Learned
In this episode, the guys discuss their favorite moments/episodes of the podcast in 2021 and the lessons they learned. Tune in!
Jan 02, 202236:28
79: How To Build a Six-Figure Blogging Business and Travel the World with Isabel Leong
In this episode, the guys chat with Isabel Leong from belaroundtheworld.com. She discusses her life as a full-time travel blogger/digital nomad, how she built her business, and how others can grow their brands & drive traffic to their websites. Tune in.
More about our guest:
Isabel Leong is full-time travel blogger at belaroundtheworld.com and SEO coach roaming the world at a whim. She helps aspiring bloggers and brands get the most out of their online presence and financial freedom by ranking on Google faster with SEO and expose millennial travellers to experiences beyond their imaginations.
FREE beginner SEO course: https://www.belaroundtheworld.com/free-seo-course/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belardtheworld/
Youtube: https://youtube.com/c/belaroundtheworld
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/belardtheworld/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/belaroundtheworld/
Dec 24, 202134:27
78: The Blockchain Blueprint & A Deep Dive Into Cryptocurrency with Sae'Von Springer
In this episode, the guys chat with Sae’Von Springer. He is the founder of the blockchain firm Native Assets and author of the Blockchain Blueprint. Sae’Von breaks down his journey into blockchain technologies and digital currency. Later in the episode, they discuss the Metaverse, NFTs, investing, closing the wealth gap, and all things cryptocurrency. Tune in!
More about our guest:
Sae’Von Springer is the founder & managing partner of Native Assets, a blockchain firm specializing in empowering clients with the knowledge & tools required to secure their assets, preserve their purchasing power, & compound their wealth via conscious implementation of blockchain technologies & strategically leveraged digital asset markets.
Recognizing the massive chasm of knowledge in the digital asset sector, Springer realized he was uniquely positioned to assist those ready and willing to learn. As a life-long tech enthusiast & student of history, he grasped the complexities of blockchain & cryptography, foreseeing its broader societal implications. Being an investor & trader from legacy markets, he understands & appreciates the unique financial products & services powered by smart contracts & decentralized protocols. Thus, “Native Assets” was born.
Official Website: https://www.nativeassets.co/
Blockchain Foundations 21 Day Program: https://www.nativeassets.co/foundations
Amazon Book Link: https://bit.ly/blockchainblueprintbook
Free Ebook: https://www.nativeassets.co/blueprintbook
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/nativeassets
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nativeassetsblockchain/
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Dec 11, 202101:03:15
77: Taxes 101 And How To Take Advantage Of The Tax Code With Cherie Of The Little CPA
In this episode, the guys chat with Chérie of the Little CPA. She breaks down the tax code and ways that you can reduce your taxes. They discuss taxes on cryptocurrency, stocks, and more. Tune in!
Learn more about Chérie and the Little CPA at www.thelittecpa.com
More about our guest:
Chérie is a Certified Public Accountant with more than 10 years of Public Accounting Experience. She was recently named one of the AICPA’s 40 Under 40 Black CPAs, and she is 1 of 29 young CPAs accepted into the AICPA’s 2020 Leadership Academy.
Outside of work, she serves on the Board of Directors for a local performing arts nonprofit and an economic development nonprofit . She is the founder of The Little
CPA, an educational platform that helps thriving professionals make wise financial decisions.
*This episode is sponsored by Audible. Sign up here for a free trial to listen to amazing books. audibletrial.com/30tolife
Learn more about Chérie and the Little CPA at www.thelittecpa.com
More about our guest:
Chérie is a Certified Public Accountant with more than 10 years of Public Accounting Experience. She was recently named one of the AICPA’s 40 Under 40 Black CPAs, and she is 1 of 29 young CPAs accepted into the AICPA’s 2020 Leadership Academy.
Outside of work, she serves on the Board of Directors for a local performing arts nonprofit and an economic development nonprofit . She is the founder of The Little
CPA, an educational platform that helps thriving professionals make wise financial decisions.
*This episode is sponsored by Audible. Sign up here for a free trial to listen to amazing books. audibletrial.com/30tolife
Dec 03, 202133:35
76: Barbershop Talk - Books That Will Change Your Life
In this episode, Muki and Brown discuss books that changed their lives and recommend that everyone must read or listen to. Tune in!
Books they discuss:
* Think and Grow Rick: A Black Choice
* Black Fortunes: The Story of the First Six African Americans Who Escaped Slavery and Became Millionaires
* Rich Dad Poor Dad
* Never Eat Alone
* The One Thing
* The 33 Strategies of War
* How to Win Friends and Influence People
* The 50th Law
* The 48 Laws of Power
* And more!
This episode is sponsored by Audible. Sign up here for a free trial to listen to these amazing books. audibletrial.com/30tolife
Books they discuss:
* Think and Grow Rick: A Black Choice
* Black Fortunes: The Story of the First Six African Americans Who Escaped Slavery and Became Millionaires
* Rich Dad Poor Dad
* Never Eat Alone
* The One Thing
* The 33 Strategies of War
* How to Win Friends and Influence People
* The 50th Law
* The 48 Laws of Power
* And more!
This episode is sponsored by Audible. Sign up here for a free trial to listen to these amazing books. audibletrial.com/30tolife
Nov 19, 202138:34
75: How To Break Into TV Production & The Importance Of Building Relationships w/ Candice Beasley
In the episode, the guys chat with television producer and boutique owner Candice Beasley. She discusses her journey into television production, the importance of building relationships & having a mentor. Later she details how you can break into television too. Tune in!
Follow Candice on Instagram at @iamcmb__ @cmbluxe
Visit www.cmbluxe.com to learn more about her luxury boutique.
More about our Candice:
Candice M. Beasley is a Television Producer and Online Boutique Owner known for her fearless hairstyles and fashion taste. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Northern Illinois University.
She dreamed of being the next well known news anchor but quickly learned her destiny would be lead in a different direction. That journey has afforded her the opportunity to live in 4 major cities, produce content for multi- generational households at MTV/VH1 and curate stylish looks to help satisfy every women’s mood through her newly launched boutique, CMBLUXE.
Her portfolio at MTV/VH1 includes To Catch a Beautician, Infamy: When Fame Turns Deadly, My True Crime Story, Basketball Wives, True Life Presents: First Time First Responders and the new Surreal Life premiering soon. Candice currently resides in Atlanta, GA.
Nov 12, 202157:07
74: How To Start A Business & The Benefits Of Having An Accountant with Marjorie McPike, CPA
In this episode, the guys chat with Marjorie L. McPike. Marjorie is a CPA focusing on tax and small business accounting. She breaks down her journey into entrepreneurship, the benefits of having a CPA, and things you need to consider when starting a business. Tune in!
Check out Marjorie’s courses on small business taxes and accounting:
gumroad.com/a/379999347
Follow Marjorie on Instagram @mlmcpa
Marjorie is a CPA focusing in tax and small business accounting located in Riverside County, California. She was born and raised in San Diego and attended San Diego State University where she received her Bachelors of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. She recently completed her Masters of Science in Taxation from Golden Gate University.
Prior to working in public accounting, Marjorie worked in private industry holding various positions such as Controller, Business Office Manager, Accounts Receivable Manager and Full Charge Bookkeeper. She has a vast knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting skills in various industries including health care, manufacturing, retail and professional services. Her current areas of focus are Estate and Gift taxation, taxation of individuals and taxation of business entities.
Marjorie is a licensed Certified Public Accountant and a member of California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Marjorie currently serves as the Secretary of the Inland Empire Chapter of CalCPA, Treasurer of the Estate Planning Council of San Bernardino County; she is on the board of Agape Christian Development in San Diego, the Scholarship Committee for Embassy Church International and Treasurer for the Embassy Church International Golf Committee. She is also a founding member and Corresponding Secretary for the Alliance of Black Women Accountants and previously served as Treasurer for Hospice of the Valleys in Murrieta, CA.
In 2020 Marjorie started her own firm, Marjorie L McPike, CPA, A.P.C., a podcast, The CPA Lady Podcast and YouTube Channel. All with the mission of empowering small business owners to take their business to the next level financially.
Check out Marjorie’s courses on small business taxes and accounting:
gumroad.com/a/379999347
Follow Marjorie on Instagram @mlmcpa
Marjorie is a CPA focusing in tax and small business accounting located in Riverside County, California. She was born and raised in San Diego and attended San Diego State University where she received her Bachelors of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. She recently completed her Masters of Science in Taxation from Golden Gate University.
Prior to working in public accounting, Marjorie worked in private industry holding various positions such as Controller, Business Office Manager, Accounts Receivable Manager and Full Charge Bookkeeper. She has a vast knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting skills in various industries including health care, manufacturing, retail and professional services. Her current areas of focus are Estate and Gift taxation, taxation of individuals and taxation of business entities.
Marjorie is a licensed Certified Public Accountant and a member of California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA) and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Marjorie currently serves as the Secretary of the Inland Empire Chapter of CalCPA, Treasurer of the Estate Planning Council of San Bernardino County; she is on the board of Agape Christian Development in San Diego, the Scholarship Committee for Embassy Church International and Treasurer for the Embassy Church International Golf Committee. She is also a founding member and Corresponding Secretary for the Alliance of Black Women Accountants and previously served as Treasurer for Hospice of the Valleys in Murrieta, CA.
In 2020 Marjorie started her own firm, Marjorie L McPike, CPA, A.P.C., a podcast, The CPA Lady Podcast and YouTube Channel. All with the mission of empowering small business owners to take their business to the next level financially.
Nov 05, 202143:10
73: Barbershop Talk - Favorite Moments From The Podcast & Lessons We Learned So Far
In this episode, the guys discuss what they have been up to, their favorite moments from the podcast this year, and lessons they learned in 2021. Tune in! New episodes will be released every Thursday going forward.
Oct 29, 202133:52
72: Crypto Talk - Bitcoin, Ethereum & Building Wealth With Dr. Hans The Investing Tutor
In this episode the guys chat with Dr. Hans to discuss all things cryptocurrency, investing, and building wealth. Tune in for a breakdown on Bitcoin, Ethereum, and more
More about Dr. Hans:
He earned his Path of Distinction MBA from William and Mary and holds a Doctor of Pharmacy from St. John Fisher College. Born and raised in Ghana, West Africa. He recognizes the lack of investment literacy in immigrant and minority households. When he discovered how rich families built their fortune using the stock market, he decided to become an investor. After reading 400 books, 40,000 financial articles and spending 11 years pursuing mastery, Dr. Hans now teaches his proven strategies. He has impacted the lives of countless professionals and placed many families on the path to Generational Wealth. He is the most trusted investment tutor in the country.
Learn more about Dr. Hans at theinvestingtutor.com
More about Dr. Hans:
He earned his Path of Distinction MBA from William and Mary and holds a Doctor of Pharmacy from St. John Fisher College. Born and raised in Ghana, West Africa. He recognizes the lack of investment literacy in immigrant and minority households. When he discovered how rich families built their fortune using the stock market, he decided to become an investor. After reading 400 books, 40,000 financial articles and spending 11 years pursuing mastery, Dr. Hans now teaches his proven strategies. He has impacted the lives of countless professionals and placed many families on the path to Generational Wealth. He is the most trusted investment tutor in the country.
Learn more about Dr. Hans at theinvestingtutor.com
Oct 15, 202101:01:48
71: How To Build A 6-Figure Car Rental & Real Estate Business with Brian Robinson The Infamous CPA
On this episode the guys chat with Brian Robinson AKA "The Infamous CPA." Brian is a full-time entrepreneur in the car rental and real estate business. Brian discusses his transition from working in public accounting to building a 6-figure business in 2 years. Later in the episode he breaks down passive income strategies, the car sharing marketplace and business, and the tax benefits of starting a business. Tune in!
To learn more about Brian you can reach out to him on Instagram @theinfamouscpa and check out his website www.theinfamouscpa.com/
To learn more about Brian you can reach out to him on Instagram @theinfamouscpa and check out his website www.theinfamouscpa.com/
Oct 08, 202144:27
70: From Zero Dollars to $100K in 1 Year - How To Break Into Tech w/ Chad Sanderson
In this episode, the guys chat with digital experimentation expert, Chad Sanderson. He breaks down digital experimentation and analysis along with how he was able to go from $0 in income to 100k in 1 year. Tune in!
More about our guest:
Chad Sanderson is an expert on the subject of digital experimentation and analysis at scale. He is a product manager, investor, early stage startup advisor, writer, and public speaker that has given lectures on topics such as Advanced Experimentation Analysis, the Statistics of Digital Experimentation, Small-Scale Experimentation for Small Businesses and more.
More about our guest:
Chad Sanderson is an expert on the subject of digital experimentation and analysis at scale. He is a product manager, investor, early stage startup advisor, writer, and public speaker that has given lectures on topics such as Advanced Experimentation Analysis, the Statistics of Digital Experimentation, Small-Scale Experimentation for Small Businesses and more.
Oct 01, 202101:03:22
69: Barbershop Talk - Social Media & Entrepreneurship with Malcolm Coley
In this episode the guys talk about social media, building a business, and all things entrepreneurship with digital marketing expert Malcolm Coley. Later Malcolm discusses how we was able to overcome a major set back in life and build a successful business. Tune in!
Sep 24, 202101:02:37
68: Pursuing Your Dreams & Overcoming Adversity with Comedian Christine Hanchard
In this episode the guys chat with comedian Christine Hanchard. She breaks down the comedy business and the steps she took to pursue her dreams. Later she discusses how she overcame depression and how comedy changed her life. Tune in!
Follow Christine on Instagram & TikTok: @comedian_christineh
Sep 16, 202141:33
67: Building A Multi-Million Dollar Brand & Food Company w/ Denise Woodard, CEO of Partake Foods
In this episode, the guys chat with Denise Woodard, CEO and founder of Partake Foods. She breaks down her journey to creating a multi-million dollar allergy-friendly food company. Partake is now a nationwide brand with venture capital funding from big names like Rihanna and Jay-Z. Tune in!
Learn more about Partake Foods:
partakefoods.com
IG: @PartakeFoods and @denisegwoodard
More about Denise:
Denise Woodard is the Founder and CEO of Partake, a line of nationally distributed allergy-friendly snacks inspired by her daughter’s experience with food allergies. Launched in 2017, Partake’s first product — 10 flavor varieties of delicious, nutritious, allergy-friendly cookies — can now be found in more than 6,000 retailers including Target, Sprouts, and Whole Foods Market. In December 2020, the company closed a Series A round of funding led by investors including Rihanna, CircleUp Growth Partners, FF2032 and Marcy Venture Partners. Of the $7.5 Million Denise has raised, more than 50% has come from Black investors. In January 2021, Partake released a 5-in-1 Baking Mix followed by a Brownie Mix in February—both are available on partakefoods.com. Prior to launching Partake, Denise spent a decade in consumer packaged goods at various Fortune 100 companies and is the first woman of color to raise more than $1 Million publicly for a CPG food startup.
Learn more about Partake Foods:
partakefoods.com
IG: @PartakeFoods and @denisegwoodard
More about Denise:
Denise Woodard is the Founder and CEO of Partake, a line of nationally distributed allergy-friendly snacks inspired by her daughter’s experience with food allergies. Launched in 2017, Partake’s first product — 10 flavor varieties of delicious, nutritious, allergy-friendly cookies — can now be found in more than 6,000 retailers including Target, Sprouts, and Whole Foods Market. In December 2020, the company closed a Series A round of funding led by investors including Rihanna, CircleUp Growth Partners, FF2032 and Marcy Venture Partners. Of the $7.5 Million Denise has raised, more than 50% has come from Black investors. In January 2021, Partake released a 5-in-1 Baking Mix followed by a Brownie Mix in February—both are available on partakefoods.com. Prior to launching Partake, Denise spent a decade in consumer packaged goods at various Fortune 100 companies and is the first woman of color to raise more than $1 Million publicly for a CPG food startup.
Sep 08, 202133:02
66: Black Cash Matters - The Black Wall Street App & Bitcoin w/ Hill Harper
Muki and Brown open up Season 3 with none other than legendary actor, best-selling author, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Hill Harper. In this episode, Hill breaks down Cryptocurrency, his Black Wall Street Crypto App, the importance of the black dollar, and wealth building. Tune in!
Learn more about the Black Wall Street app:
https://theblackwallstreet.com
More about Hill Harper:
Hill Harper is a humanitarian, an award-winning actor, best-selling author, and entrepreneur. Currently, Harper stars in ABC’s #1 television drama, The Good Doctor, and has starred in numerous television and film projects including CSI:NY, He Got Game and Lackawanna Blues.
Harper is the Founder and Chairman of The Black Wall Street Holdings, Inc., is on the Board of Directors, National Black Bank Fund, named Honorary National Co-Chair of the Redevelopment of Black Wall Street, Greenwood Chamber of Commerce, and served on the President's Cancer Panel having been appointed by President Obama in 2011.
Harper graduated magna cum laude from Brown University with a Bachelor of Arts degree and was named Valedictorian of his department. He then graduated cum laude with a J.D. from Harvard Law School, as well as with a Master’s Degree in Public Administration, with honors, from the Kennedy School of Government and holds seven honorary doctoral degrees.
In addition to his performing career, Harper has authored four New York Times bestsellers including his award-winning book, The Wealth Cure. that addresses ways to solve the racial wealth gap. Harper has been recognized with seven NAACP Image Awards, four of them for his writing. He is also the founder of the Manifest Your Destiny Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering underserved youth through mentorship, scholarship and grant programs.
As an investor and business owner, Harper will be opening The Pierce and Hill Harper Arts Foundation in Detroit 2022. His passion for business, financial literacy, and social & economic justice keeps him on the forefront and in-demand as a speaker worldwide.
Sep 01, 202101:00:23
65: The Road To Entrepreneurship And Life In The Military With Royal Banks (S2 Finale)
In the Season 2 Finale, the guys chat with Royal Banks. He breaks down how the military impacted his life and the ups and downs of entrepreneurship. Later he discusses his Assurance DNA company and actionable steps to start a business. Tune in.
Thank you supporting the podcast. Season 3 will launch in September! Follow us on Instagram @30tolifepod
More about our guest:
Royal Banks is an active duty military officer and owner of Assurance DNA, a mobile paternity testing service currently based in El Paso, TX.
He is a 2013 graduate of Tuskegee University, where he commissioned as a Captain in the US Army with a degree in English.
Royal has always been entrepreneurial and creative. At 10 years old, he started a lawn care service. The entrepreneurial spirit grew over time, and Royal sold water on corners and at festivals in Atlanta, hair weave, sold items at flea markets, wrote resumes as a service, wrote a fiction horror book, and invested in stocks, real estate, and crypto.
Thank you supporting the podcast. Season 3 will launch in September! Follow us on Instagram @30tolifepod
More about our guest:
Royal Banks is an active duty military officer and owner of Assurance DNA, a mobile paternity testing service currently based in El Paso, TX.
He is a 2013 graduate of Tuskegee University, where he commissioned as a Captain in the US Army with a degree in English.
Royal has always been entrepreneurial and creative. At 10 years old, he started a lawn care service. The entrepreneurial spirit grew over time, and Royal sold water on corners and at festivals in Atlanta, hair weave, sold items at flea markets, wrote resumes as a service, wrote a fiction horror book, and invested in stocks, real estate, and crypto.
Aug 05, 202142:23
64: Barbershop Talk - Mental Health & The Olympics And Returning To The Office
In this barbershop episode, Muki breaks down returning to the office after 18 months. Later Brown discusses Simone Biles and Naomi Osaka prioritizing their mental health over the Olympics. The guys also discuss COVID-19, the mask debate, and the possibility of another shutdown. Tune in!
Jul 29, 202132:25
63: Building A Streaming Service & Redefining Black Media With DeShuna Spencer of kweliTV
In this episode, the guys chat with DeShuna Spencer, Founder & CEO of kweliTV, about her journey to creating a video streaming service and lessons she learned along the way. DeShuna breaks down why positive black representation is needed today and the importance of showcasing authentic black stories. Later she give practical advice for anyone looking to start a business. Tune in!
Learn more about kweliTV at http://www.kweli.tv/
More about DeShuna:
DeShuna Spencer is the Founder/CEO of kweliTV, a video streaming network that curates undiscovered and award-winning indie films, documentaries, web series and children’s programming of the global black community; and she’s a radio host/producer of emPower Hour, a weekly social justice show on DC’s 89.3 FM WPFW. Previously, she served as founding publisher of emPowermagazine.com where she launched the emPower Players Awards honoring community activists of color. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Spencer served as Director of Communications & Managing Editor for EdMarket. A Memphis native, Spencer graduated from Jackson State University where she studied communications and journalism. She has written for The Clarion-Ledger, The Oakland Tribune, the Crisis Magazine and AOL. A former AmeriCorps*VISTA and Chips Quinn Scholar, Spencer recently completed her first documentary, Mom Interrupted. She is a Spring 2017 Halcyon Incubator Fellow, a 2017 Voqal Fellow and winner of the 2017 Harvard Business School African Business Conference Pitch Competition.
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