Episodes
In this episode I interview Akilah Newton, the CEO of Big Dreamers, an all ages activity book and an organization that celebrates Canadian Black History through educating and engaging students in tours around the nation that is based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.  In our conversation, Akilah and I discuss the people that’ve influenced her starting Big Dreamers, how she started a non-profit that offers performing arts training training (singing, theatre, music) to youth in Montreal, and her...
Published 03/25/22
In this episode I interview Angela Lewis, an author and a PR consultant who specializes in booking her clients on podcasts, who lives in Medellin, Colombia. In our conversation, Angela and I discuss the her transition to PR from her previous career as a professional basketball player, she then shares her secret sauce on how she pitches and books exclusive podcasts for her clients, and how accidentally missing a single event completely changed her trajectory in life…for the better. ---...
Published 03/18/22
In this episode I interview Sheria Stallings. She is the founder and managing director of She Soars LLC a Manhattan based organization that helps women launch their dream businesses the right way. In our conversation, Sheria and I discuss what she calls the new economy that is relationship based rather than monetary, and then we go off on a tangent talking about a recent book she read called the Archer and the principles it teaches, we then close out the conversation giving an example of the...
Published 03/11/22
******The information provided on this show does not, and is not intended to, constitute medical advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this podcast are for general informational purposes only.****** In this episode I interview Dr. Danielle Peebles, owner of Pro Health Family Chiropractics in St. Louis Missouri. In our conversation, Danielle and I discuss how she got into chiropractics, methods to counter the negative effects of long-term sitting with various...
Published 02/14/22
In this episode I interview Shaun Banks, the Founder of the motivational youth magazine and conference You Can Have It All, and Camp Warrior King, a summer camp program for Georgia youth to experience all the beauty that nature has to offer. In our conversation, Shaun and I discuss the origins of Y.C.H.I.A, how to set up a vision board, and creating the first motivational youth magazine in the nation. Learn more about the magazine here: www.ychiamag.com --- This episode is sponsored by...
Published 01/24/22
In this episode I interview Brandon Jakes. He is a high school chemistry teacher, youth basketball coach, and the founder of the premium apparel company State of Mind Collections, that he runs out of his Houston home. In our conversation, Brandon and I discuss how to balance your career and business, empower those that are around you, and gain a perspective that you are the one that you’re waiting for. Connect with Brandon here: https://www.stateofmindcollections.com --- This episode is...
Published 01/12/22
******The information provided on this show does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this podcast are for general informational purposes only.****** In this episode I interview Michael O. Benjamin, the founder of Consumer Ammunition Tactics, a credit repair and education agency based in Washington. In our conversation, Michael and I discuss the 3 principles that allowed him to pay off his student loans within a...
Published 12/14/21
In this episode I interview Chancellor Jackson. He is an author of a book series about his experiences in a Chinese jail called 14 Days In Beijing. In our conversation, Chancellor and I discuss how he ended up in Beijing, the differences between his experiences and what he wrote, and how adversity can be one’s greatest teacher in learning life lessons. To learn more about Chancellor, you can visit the link below: https://linktr.ee/Korleh Follow him on social @korleh --- This episode is...
Published 12/10/21
In this episode I interview Donald Owens. He is an engineer, CEO and author of the book Burn Fuel Better about the main cause of climate change, a substance that isn’t widely known to the general public called Black Carbon. In our conversation, Don and I discuss his first encounter with black carbon, how we heavily depend on the current methods of energy production that is polluting the earth, and the solution to eliminate the climate crisis worldwide. To learn more about Don and Black...
Published 11/18/21
In this episode I interview Donald Owens. He is an engineer, CEO and author of the book Burn Fuel Better about the main cause of climate change, a substance that isn’t widely known to the general public called Black Carbon. In our conversation, Don and I discuss his first encounter with black carbon, how we heavily depend on the current methods of energy production that is polluting the earth, and the solution to eliminate the climate crisis worldwide. To learn more about Don and Black...
Published 10/18/21
In this episode I interview William Adams. He is a Technical Advisor to Microsoft and a Founder of Microsoft LEAP, an organization built to train women and underrepresented minorities in Microsoft to lead the next generation of software engineers on a global scale. In our conversation, William and I discuss his introduction to the world of computing, his experience working and living in Hyderabad, India for three years, and how he developed and patented the first collaborative computing...
Published 10/11/21
In this episode I interview Rasool Muttalib, the author of “What’s your Coffee Strategy?: Using the Coffeehouse to Accomplish Anything in Life” and the founder of Belancing.com, one of the fastest growing freelance platforms in the US. In our conversation, Rasool and I discuss his beginnings in the tech industry, how to hold a business meeting in a casual setting, and various tips that’ll allow you to start your freelancing journey on the right foot. Links & Resources: What’s Your...
Published 09/28/21
In this episode, I interview Scott Steward, the founder of Genius Lab, an organization devoted to the education of Black and Latinx youth in STEM fields in the city of Chicago, Illinois. In our conversation, Scott and I discuss his initial reluctance to become an entrepreneur, his experiences and the teaching methods he used both in public school and at Chicago State University, and students' mental health when it comes to taking virtual classes. *******Follow Scott @ProfessorStew on...
Published 08/30/21
In this episode I interview Jevon Wooden. He is an Army Veteran, a YouTube creator, mindset coach, and author of the new book, Own Your Kingdom teaching you about increasing your confidence and self-esteem, who lives in Houston, TX. In our conversation, Jevon and I discuss his insights into what makes a good mindset coach, how he was able to write his book in three days, and his incredible tips on how to break into the public speaking game in 2021. Pre-Order Own Your Kingdom here:...
Published 08/09/21
In this episode I interview Dorothy Enriquez. She’s the creator of the Ellevate Collective, a leadership development training agency based in Milwaukee and Dallas.  In our conversation, Dorthy and I discuss a brief history of leadership development, how her mentor helped her discover her own creativity, and how one can use accelerators to acquire skills quickly. To learn more about Dorothy and the Ellevate Collective, you can visit her FB page here. Links to Books Discussed: The 10x...
Published 07/19/21
******The information provided on this show does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this podcast are for general informational purposes only.****** In this episode, I interview Asha Wilkerson. She is an attorney, educator, and speaker who lives in Oakland, California.  In our conversation, Asha and I discuss the benefit of having legal advice before starting a business, the steps to creating passive income, and...
Published 06/04/21
In this episode, I interview Dovev Weaver. He is a speaker and author of the book Chasing our Dreams: Bound for Success, who lives in St. Petersburg Florida. In our conversation, Dovev and I discuss his Dream Cycle Philosophy, the power of accountability, and how entrepreneurs need creativity to thrive and succeed in their businesses. Follow him on Instagram @c.t.o.d and @coachdtalks Visit https://www.closertoourdreams.com to learn more about Dovev! If you want to stay updated on the...
Published 03/08/21
In this episode, I interview Vanessa Zamy. She is a business consultant and the author of FINISH: The Solopreneurs Guide to Getting Stuff Done. In our conversation, Vanessa and I discuss the meaning of her book, how to find time for the work you love, and the importance of virtual networking especially during the pandemic. Learn more about Vanessa @yourvisionscatalyst.com ------------------------Support the Podcast by giving a donation, or by purchasing merch from the store...
Published 02/01/21
In this episode, I interview Dr. Robert Wallace. He is an investor, author, and energy business consultant who lives in Baltimore, Maryland.  In our conversation, Robert and I discuss the advantage of the immigrant mindset, the benefits of being in the energy sector, and the three things in life you need to be successful. To learn more about Dr. Robert Wallace, visit these sites: RobertWallace.com bithgroup.com bithenergy.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest...
Published 01/25/21
In this episode, I interview Derek Coleman. He is a Copywriter who lives in Illinois. In our conversation, Derek and I discuss the fundamentals of copywriting, how the copy of B2B’s fail to appeal to their ideal customers, and we dive into various email tactics that you can use to increase the open rate of your messages. ================================================================= To join the Black Gold Podcast Community, go to blackgoldpod.club.  Support the Podcast by giving a...
Published 01/18/21
*Even though Arn lives in the UK, he is Black and therefore furthers the goal to share the experiences of our community worldwide. In this episode, I interview Arn Terry. He is a blogger, YouTuber, and business coach who lives in Manchester, UK.  In our conversation, Arn and I discuss the benefit of blogging, how he used what he learned during the 2008 recession to the pandemic of 2020, and I share how learning biblical greek opens your eyes to the various hidden truths of God’s...
Published 01/11/21
==== Join the podcast LIVE by going to blackgoldpod.club and join the Black Gold Podcast Community where you can ask guests questions during the show! ==== In this episode, I interview Vernon Brown. Vernon is the founder of What’s Your Happi?, a happiness and business consulting firm based in Virginia.  In our conversation, Vernon and I discuss the power of emotions, the idea of conformity, and how putting a price on advice is better for both the giver and the receiver. To learn more about...
Published 01/04/21
========== Support the podcast by going to blackgoldpod.com and click Support the Podcast.============= In this episode, I interview Tiara M. Tucker. She is a PR Consultant who works on Social Justice cases and lives in Dallas, Texas. In our conversation, Tiara and I discuss her start in her career, mindfulness, and her Let’s Speak That! Talks, a weekly live event where she talks about current events with inspiring guests. --- Send in a voice message:...
Published 12/28/20
=================================== Support the podcast by going to blackgoldpod.com and click Support the Podcast.  In this episode, I interview Kuda Biza. He is the Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of Nunbelievable, a nonprofit cookie company devoted to feeding 1,000,000 people facing food insecurity in the US. In our conversation, Kuda and I discuss how Tony Robbins recruited him for Nunbelievable, his...
Published 12/21/20
In this episode, I interview Jermane Cheathem. He is the sales director of Dao Financial Solutions, a business that provides medical equipment financing services to hospitals nationwide from his home state in Arizona. In our conversation, Jermane and I discuss sales, empathy, and how cultural experiences can shape one’s worldview. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/black-gold-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/black-gold-podcast/support
Published 12/14/20