Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success." I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Convers ...
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Overcoming the Odds: Failed 11th grade, earned a GED, became the first GED student to attend Morehouse,
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21:29Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Jamal Harrison Bryant. 🎙️ Interview Summary: Dr. Jamal Bryant Guest: Dr. Jamal Harrison Bryant Host: Rushion McDonald Topic: Faith, leadership, financial literacy, and community empowerment Dr. Jamal Bryant, senior pastor of New Bi…
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Financial Tip: His financial book teaches principles like self-control, patience, and hope
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28:24Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Gerron Duhon. Purpose of the Interview The conversation aimed to: Highlight the importance of financial literacy for young adults. Share Jerron Duhon’s personal journey from Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Yale University and into holistic…
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Follow Your Passion: Former USC track star, turned education attorney and now filmmaker, discusses new “Love the Skin You’re In”
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32:26Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Sauda Johnson McNeal. To highlight Sauda Johnson McNeal’s journey from a successful law career to filmmaking. To discuss her new film “Love the Skin You’re In”, its themes, production process, and personal significance. To inspire entr…
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Changing Stereotypes: African American man partners with eight small, organic tea-growing families in Kyushu, Japan.
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33:20Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed James Green. Purpose of the Interview The interview aimed to showcase James Green’s entrepreneurial journey as the founder of KyuTeaCo (Kyushu Tea Company), a premium tea brand focused on curating authentic Japanese tea experiences. It…
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Information to Know: We discuss how hair relaxers are being linked to breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, and hormone disruption.
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30:23Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Melanye Maclin. Purpose of the Interview The discussion aimed to educate the audience about the health risks associated with hair care chemicals—including relaxers, dyes, and synthetic hair—and to advocate for safer practices. It a…
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Uplift: She emphasizes the power of mentorship, faith, and self-awareness in breaking harmful mental habits.
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27:52Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Sandra Daley. Founder of Destiny Executive Enterprise D Inc., joins Money Making Conversations Masterclass to share insights on entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, and personal growth. As the leader of one of the fastest-growing global IT…
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Brand Building: In 2017 he founded Green Book Global, a travel review platform for Black travelers, partnered with Expedia.
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29:10Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Lawrence Phillips. Purpose of the Interview To showcase Lawrence Phillips’ entrepreneurial journey from engineering to founding Green Book Global, a travel review platform for Black travelers. To highlight the significance of Black Amb…
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Financial Tips: He created tools for financial success, estate planning, and long-term wealth building.
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38:21Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Joaquin Wallace. 🎯 Purpose of the Interview To explore Dr. Wallace’s groundbreaking work in financial literacy, particularly his concept of the “financial genetic code”, and to promote his book Generational Wealth Begins with Gener…
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Community Uplift: She offers two-day retreats for women diagnosed with life-leveling cancers
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33:42Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Senita M. Hill. Purpose of the Interview To spotlight Peace on Patuxent Incorporated, a nonprofit founded by Senita M. Hill. To discuss the challenges women face when diagnosed with cancer and how the organization provides sanctuaries …
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Uplift: Explores how she created a network of childcare centers in Maryland.
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34:03Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Keanna Sanders. 🎯 Purpose of the Interview To highlight Keanna Sanders’ entrepreneurial journey from fashion merchandising to founding Sandbridge Early Learning Center, a network of childcare facilities in Maryland. The interview explo…
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Making A Difference: A trailblazing media executive at Harper’s Bazaar, Ebony, Honey Magazine, and digital platforms like BET and The Grio.
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32:36Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Amy DuBois Barnett. 📝 Summary of the Interview Amy DuBois Barnett, a trailblazing media executive and author, joined Rushion McDonald to discuss her career, her upcoming debut novel If I Ruled the World, and her insights on success, au…
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Brand Building: She's a digital brand specialist, helping Gen X women and others pivot into digital spaces.
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33:04Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Stacey Gholar. 🔹 Summary of the Interview Stacey Gholar, founder of Bloom Creative Agency, shares her journey from being a young mother in Chicago to becoming a brand strategist and creative entrepreneur with over 20 years of experienc…
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Overcoming the Odds: Toxic Relationships - When you cut toxic ties, you thrive.
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31:01Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed El' Deity Princey. 📝 Summary of the Interview El' Deity Princey is a transformational master coach, author, and speaker with a background in social science, neuroscience, and trauma recovery. In this powerful and deeply personal interv…
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Family Business: Started tax preparation as a mom-and-pop operation, now 1,000 virtual locations.
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35:38Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mowbray and Cherina Rowand. 🎙️ Interview Summary: Mowbray & Cherina Rowand Purpose of the Interview To showcase the entrepreneurial journey of Mowbray and Cherina Rowand, co-founders of The Rowand Group and One Stop Taxes, the largest …
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Faith and Business: A faith-driven entrepreneur, and how she works with nonprofits to inspire and educate.
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33:33Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Erica Gwyn. 🎙️ Interview Summary: Erica Gwyn on Money Making Conversations Masterclass Purpose of the Interview To spotlight Erica Gwyn’s journey as a faith-driven entrepreneur, her work with nonprofits through her company Nonprofit Gu…
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Overcoming the Odds: Highlights his journey as an immigrant entrepreneur from Africa.
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23:47Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dami Kujembola. CEO and co-founder of Amplify Africa. 🎯 Purpose of the Interview The interview aims to: Highlight Dami Kujembola’s journey as an immigrant entrepreneur. Showcase the mission and impact of Amplify Africa. Promote the upc…
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Overcoming the Odds: She grew up on a cotton farm as one of 17 children and overcame domestic violence, and poverty.
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31:41Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mildred J. Mills. Topic: Life journey, resilience, and her memoir Daddy’s House: A Daughter’s Memoir of Setbacks, Triumphs, and Rising Above Her Roots Mildred J. Mills shares her powerful story of growing up on a cotton farm in Alabama…
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Overcoming the Odds: She discusses her 5 Ps of success - Perseverance, Persistence, Preparedness, Purpose and Prayer.
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37:34Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cheryl McKissack Daniel. Topic: Legacy, resilience, and entrepreneurship of the McKissack family, as detailed in the book The Black Family Who Built America. Cheryl shares the powerful story of her family's 230-year legacy in architect…
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Uplift: Solving food desert issues, the world’s first Black-owned autonomous grocery store.
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35:26Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jamie and Jilea Hemmings. Business: Nourish + Bloom Market Claim to Fame: The world’s first Black-owned autonomous grocery store 🧭 Purpose of the Interview To spotlight the Hemmings’ innovative approach to solving food insecurity throug…
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Brand Building: How to convert your side hustle to your main business.
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32:53Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Lamar Tyler. 🎯 Purpose of the Interview To spotlight Lamar Tyler’s entrepreneurial journey, the growth of his platform Traffic, Sales & Profit (TSP), and to share actionable insights for Black entrepreneurs on building scalable, profit…
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Overcoming the Odds: A self-taught filmmaker lands overall deal with Tyler Perry Studios.
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32:25Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Courtney Glaudé. 📝 Summary of the Interview Courtney Glaudé, an award-winning filmmaker, writer, and director from Houston, Texas, joined Rushion McDonald to discuss his creative journey, his role in Tyler Perry’s production universe, …
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Brand Building: He turned childhood homemade ice cream memories into a profitable business.
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34:14Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Yahya Muhammad. Topic: Entrepreneurship, legacy, and community impact through his ice cream business, Shawn Michelle’s Homemade Ice Cream Yahya Muhammad shares his journey from tasting unforgettable homemade ice cream as a child to fou…
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Uplift: She helps women of color overcome burnout and reconnect with their purpose.
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32:33Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Charisse M. Williams. 🎯 Purpose of the Interview To explore Charisse Williams’ journey from law and nonprofit leadership to becoming a certified leadership and wellbeing coach. The interview highlights her work with women of color thro…
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Brand Building: A 24-year-old entrepreneur tells us how he owns three Atlanta hotels and is a touring artist.
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34:53Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Isaiah Tatum. A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner: 🎯 Purpose of the Interview The interview showcases Dr. Isaiah Tatum’s extraordinary journey from homelessness to becoming a venture capitalist, hotel develo…
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Brand Building: Entertainer shares insights on managing a team and making tough decisions to grow professionally.
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35:56Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Earthquake. Comedian, Actor, Entrepreneur and Radio Host Comedy Icon known for his Netflix special Chappelle’s Home Team Presents Earthquake: Legendary (produced by Dave Chappelle). Host of Quake’s House on Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud …
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