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Money Making Conversations Master ClassKeep Winning Info #3 - Tips on promoting your product and how to deliver successful marketing pitchesIn 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class. The third episode of the Keep Winning Information series, Rushion focuses on promoting and pitching products effectively. Rushion shares personal experiences helping clients grow their businesses. He explains how a strong value proposition sets you apart and makes your product or talent unique. He emphasizes the importance of clearly communicating why customers should buy your product. The episode also provides Rushion’s personal insights on marketing and business growth. The popular podcast shares career tips...2025-02-2025 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassKeep Winning Info #2 - Tips to increase your employee productivity and how bad employees can hurt your businessIn 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class. In the second episode of the Keep Winning Information series, Rushion examines value proposition from a business owner's perspective. Rushion discusses how to maximize employee performance and find the right person for each role. He explains the negative impact of hiring bad employees on a business. He also addresses when it is necessary to terminate an underperforming employee. The episode also provides insights on making strategic hiring and management decisions. The popular podcast shares c...2025-02-1327 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassValue Proposition Episode #3 - Tips on promoting your product and delivering a successful marketing pitch by Rushion McDonald.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald recaps Value Proposition Episodes #1 and #2 and expounds on the following. Hire an accountant and HR Person before you start selling your product or open the doors to your business. Stay away from negative people. Finding Your Product’s place in the market place Set your goals immediately and make sure they are reachable Don’t wait around for an opportunity Knowing Your Work Environment Developing Your Voice Defining Your Visual Identity Grow your relationships See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...2024-06-1728 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassEntrepreneur: The tools and lessons you need to build a successful small business, Rushion McDonald.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald. A Special Episode… ” Whatever you decide to call it, Rushion McDonald hosts and stars in this exceptional episode of the Money Making Conversations Master Class Podcast. Truly emphasizing the namesake of his show, Rushion shares stories of how his various failures in running a small business have taught him important lessons that he continues to keep with him to this day. From the importance of budgeting your business correctly to the dangers of hiring unqualified family members to ensure you fully understand the person...2024-06-0824 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassValue Proposition Episode #2 - Tips to increase employee productivity and how bad employees can destroy your business by Rushion McDonald.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald tells us the Top Five Reasons Your Company Can't Find Great Employees: You won't let go of poor-performing employees because you care too much, but they are a good fit. You keep hiring from the same circle of recommendations—basically, the first applicant who fills out the paperwork. You're the problem: Let somebody else do the hiring. You only hire "experienced" people: Wow, this mistake took me many years to figure out. As new business owners, we often have this silly belief that finding great and expe...2024-05-0828 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassValue Proposition Episode #1 - Tips for you to get pay raises and promotions at your company by Rushion McDonald.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald tells you the tools you need to plan for success in your business, product, career, or dreams based on your Value Proposition. Your Value Proposition is your promise to a customer, client, or employer that they can only get this service or product from you. Lead with your Gifts! Don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dreams. Keep Winning!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-05-0828 min
Money Making ConversationsThe tools and lessons you need to build a successful small business, Rushion McDonald.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald. A Special Episode… ” Whatever you decide to call it, Rushion McDonald hosts and stars in this exceptional episode of the Money Making Conversations Master Class Podcast. Truly emphasizing the namesake of his show, Rushion shares stories of how his various failures in running a small business have taught him important lessons that he continues to keep with him to this day. From the importance of budgeting your business correctly to the dangers of hiring unqualified family members to ensure you fully understand the person you are going into busine...2024-05-0830 min
Money Making ConversationsValue Proposition Episode #3 Rushion McDonald gives advice and tips on promoting your product and delivering on your marketing pitch with thRushion McDonald’s a two-time Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer, winner of three NAACP Image Awards, Living Legends Foundation Award, inducted into the Personal Managers Hall of Fame when he managed Steve Harvey, and received multiple prestigious achievement awards, including the 2016 and 2022 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, 2022 City of Houston Rushion McDonald Day Proclamation, 2023 Black Media Honors Voice Award, 2023 Atlanta Business League’s Men of Influence Award and 2023 Kings & Priests coveted Priest Award. Throughout his career and business journey, Rushion has realized you should not let stereotyping and age block you from pursuing your dreams. People always talk about their purpose or “Gift”...2023-12-0634 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion McDonald outlines steps to being successful with your Value PropositionRushion tells you the tools you need to plan for success in your business, product, career or dreams based on your Value Proposition. Your Value Proposition stands as a promise by you to a customer, client or employer that they can only get this service or product from you. Lead with your Gifts! Don't let your friends, family or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dreams. Keep Winning!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-11-2233 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Jennifer Dyer, her company focuses on delivering a course on how to raise capital with High Net high-net-worth individualRushion interviews Jennifer Dyer, her company focuses on delivering a course on how to raise capital with High Net high-net-worth individuals. I provide my clients with a target email list of over 100+ high-net individuals specific to their business goals and needs. The company particularly supports female CEOs and Founders from minority and marginalized groups, teaching and supporting them across the entire diaspora of their entrepreneurial journey. She provides them with all the essential materials necessary for raising capital, picking decks, elevator pitches, executive summaries, etc. The clients receive her tools, scripts, and blueprints, which she used to raise over $30M...2023-09-2932 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Lavell Crawford, one of his favorite celebrity presenters at the Neighborhood Awards.Rushion interviews Lavell Crawford. He was one of my favorite celebrity presenters at the Neighborhood Awards. We will discuss building his stand-up comedy and acting career and believing in himself. In 2023, Lavell Crawford returned for his fourth SHOWTIME comedy special, LAVELL CRAWFORD: THEE LAVELL CRAWFORD. In the special filmed at the Joy Theater in New Orleans, Crawford dived into the issues of getting older without the shame and with all the sarcasm. Lavell Crawford is a comedian and actor known for playing Huell Babineaux in Breaking Bad (2011–2013) and its spin-off Better Call Saul (2017–2022). The album version of his 2021 Comedy Vaccine spec...2023-09-2835 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Brad Baldridge; over the past ten years, Brad has helped hundreds of families plan and pay for college.Rushion interviews Brad Baldridge; over the past ten years, Brad has helped hundreds of families plan and pay for college. He has provided in-depth college plans resulting in increased financial aid, scholarships, identification of the right schools at the right price, and better loans. He is one of the nation's leading college financial experts. He teaches families the best ways to plan, save, and pay for college to make their children's college dreams come true without wiping out their finances or retirement.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-09-1530 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Brad Baldridge; over the past ten years, Brad has helped hundreds of families plan and pay for college.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Brad Baldridge; over the past ten years, Brad has helped hundreds of families plan and pay for college. He has provided in-depth college plans resulting in increased financial aid, scholarships, identification of the right schools at the right price, and better loans. He is one of the nation's leading college financial experts. He teaches families the best ways to plan, save, and pay for college to make their children's college dreams come true without wiping out their finances or retirement.See omnystudio.com/listener...2023-09-1527 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion talks first-hand about overcoming depression. He discusses his journey to success, shares valuable stock tips, and celebrates his Atlanta Business League 2023 Men of Influence.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald talks about Never allow your AGE to block you from pursuing your DREAMS. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start PLANNING your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have an advantage, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your DREAM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-07-1831 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion talks first-hand about overcoming depression. He discusses his journey to success, shares valuable stock tips, and celebrates his AtRushion talks about Never allow your AGE to block you from pursuing your DREAMS. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start PLANNING your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have an advantage, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your DREAM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-07-1837 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Chef Alisa Reynolds. Her show “Searching For Soul Food” on Hulu follows her as she discovers what soul food looks like in Mississippi, Oklahoma, Appalachia, South Africa, Italy, Jamaica, Peru, and Los Angeles.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Celebrity Chef Alisa Reynolds, Her new show “Searching For Soul Food” on Hulu follows her as she discovers what soul food looks like around the world in places like Cape Town, South Africa, Lima, Peru, Naples, Italy, Portland, Jamaica, plus she will be dropping in U.S. locations like Los Angeles, Oklahoma, and Mississippi. Chef Alisa Reynolds will seek out the food, but she will also explore the stories, the people, and the traditions of each place she visits, bringing her flavor and personality along with her.2023-06-0232 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Chef Alisa Reynolds. Her show “Searching For Soul Food” on Hulu follows her as she discovers what soul food looks like iRushion interviews Celebrity Chef Alisa Reynolds, Her new show “Searching For Soul Food” on Hulu follows her as she discovers what soul food looks like around the world in places like Cape Town, South Africa, Lima, Peru, Naples, Italy, Portland, Jamaica, plus she will be dropping in U.S. locations like Los Angeles, Oklahoma, and Mississippi. Chef Alisa Reynolds will seek out the food, but she will also explore the stories, the people, and the traditions of each place she visits, bringing her flavor and personality along with her.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-06-0238 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion gives tips on How to be a successful business ownerTwo-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald gives tips on How to be a successful business owner, Have time for your business., Do not hire relatives because you love them!, Do not hire inexperienced employees because they are cheaper., Hire the best-qualified person., You will always need parking for your customers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-2625 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion gives tips on How to be a successful business ownerRushion gives tips on How to be a successful business owner, Have time for your business., Do not hire relatives because you love them!, Do not hire inexperienced employees because they are cheaper., Hire the best-qualified person., You will always need parking for your customers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-2531 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Emily Lynn Paulson author of “Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing.” Rushion gives tips on how to be a successful business owner.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Emily Lynn Paulson author of Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing. Why did she quit MLMs even though she made up to $40,000 a month. How it led to her drinking addiction. She used her cancer diagnosis as a Multilevel Marketing opportunity. The truth about how many MLM members break even. The dark side of MLM life: woman selling their houses, judging each other, and more. Rushion gives tips on How to be a successful business owner, Have t...2023-05-2457 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Emily Lynn Paulson author of “Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing.” RRushion interviews Emily Lynn Paulson author of Hey, Hun: Sales, Sisterhood, Supremacy, and the Other Lies Behind Multilevel Marketing. Why did she quit MLMs even though she made up to $40,000 a month. How it led to her drinking addiction. She used her cancer diagnosis as a Multilevel Marketing opportunity. The truth about how many MLM members break even. The dark side of MLM life: woman selling their houses, judging each other, and more. Rushion gives tips on How to be a successful business owner, Have time for your business., Do not hire relatives because you love them! Do not hire inexpe...2023-05-241h 03
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Tasha Page Lockhart, star of WE tv’s “Grown and Gospel.” She opens up about personal struggles with addiction and mental health issues, including depression and anxiety.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Tasha Page Lockhart, star of WE tv’s “Grown and Gospel.” She opens up about personal struggles with addiction and mental health issues, including depression and anxiety. We will discuss New Projects and Future Plans: Tasha continues to release new music and has several upcoming projects in the works, including a book and a new album. She is also active in her community, working to support mental health awareness and advocacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-1828 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Tasha Page Lockhart, star of WE tv’s “Grown and Gospel.” She opens up about personal struggles with addiction and mentalRushion interviews Tasha Page Lockhart, star of WE tv’s “Grown and Gospel.” She opens up about personal struggles with addiction and mental health issues, including depression and anxiety. We will discuss New Projects and Future Plans: Tasha continues to release new music and has several upcoming projects in the works, including a book and a new album. She is also active in her community, working to support mental health awareness and advocacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-1834 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Tasha Page Lockhart, star of WE tv’s “Grown and Gospel.” She opens up about personal struggles with addiction and mental health issues, including depression and anxiety. Rushion interviews Lecrae, who discusses his Gospel Rap Career, Mental Health in the Black Community, and his Controversial Collaboration, “Blessings,” with Ty Dolla $ign.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Tasha Page Lockhart, Two-time Stellar Award Winner, the star of WE tv’s “Grown and Gospel.” She opens up about personal struggles with addiction and mental health issues, including depression and anxiety. We will discuss New Projects and Future Plans: Tasha continues to release new music and has several upcoming projects in the works, including a book and a new album. She is also active in her community, working to support mental health awareness and advocacy. Rushion interviews Lecrae, who discusses his Gospel Rap...2023-05-1756 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Tasha Page Lockhart, star of WE tv’s “Grown and Gospel.” She opens up about personal struggles with addiction and mentalRushion interviews Tasha Page Lockhart, Two-time Stellar Award Winner, the star of WE tv’s “Grown and Gospel.” She opens up about personal struggles with addiction and mental health issues, including depression and anxiety. We will discuss New Projects and Future Plans: Tasha continues to release new music and has several upcoming projects in the works, including a book and a new album. She is also active in her community, working to support mental health awareness and advocacy. Rushion interviews Lecrae, who discusses his Gospel Rap Career, Mental Health in the Black Community, and his Controversial Collaboration, “Blessings,” with Ty Dolla $ign. Hi...2023-05-171h 03
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Sgt Major Keith L. Craig, He co-founded a worldwide film and television sales company specializing in financing, producinRushion interviews Sgt Major Keith L. Craig. The super-connected Hollywood Whisperer is the go-to man for independent filmmakers, producers, directors, development deals, finance options, distribution, and budgets. This year they have 50 new titles to be released in May across digital platforms, including Amazon, Google Play, Apple, Vudu, and Roku, and in select theaters. In less than 30 days, Porter + Craig clients' films will go global.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-1234 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Dyana Williams, a regular on TV One's UNSUNG and referred to as "The Mother of Black Music Month." Dyana helped establish June, Black Music Month.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Dyana Williams. She is Broadcaster/Celebrity Strategist/Curator/Live Event Producer -Dyana is celebrating 50 years in the music, broadcasting, and entertainment industry professional. Some of her archives are now in the Library of Congress. Co-founder of Black Music Month and is on the board of the National Museum of African American Music in NashvilleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-1128 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Dyana Williams, a regular on TV One's UNSUNG and referred to as "The Mother of Black Music Month." Dyana helped establishRushion interviews Dyana Williams. She is Broadcaster/Celebrity Strategist/Curator/Live Event Producer -Dyana is celebrating 50 years in the music, broadcasting, and entertainment industry professional. Some of her archives are now in the Library of Congress. Co-founder of Black Music Month and is on the board of the National Museum of African American Music in NashvilleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-1128 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Dyana Williams, a regular on TV One's UNSUNG and referred to as "The Mother of Black Music Month." Dyana helped establish June, Black Music Month. Rushion interviews Sgt Major Keith L. Craig, He co-founded a worldwide film and television sales company specializing in financing, producing, and distributing commercial feature films. Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Dyana Williams. She is Broadcaster/Celebrity Strategist/Curator/Live Event Producer -Dyana is celebrating 50 years in the music, broadcasting, and entertainment industry professional. Some of her archives are now in the Library of Congress. Co-founder of Black Music Month and is on the board of the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville. Rushion interviews Sgt Major Keith L. Craig. The super-connected Hollywood Whisperer is the go-to man for independent filmmakers, producers, directors, development deals, finance options, distribution, and budgets. This year they have 50 new...2023-05-1158 min
Money Making ConversationsDyana Williams and Sgt Major Keith L. Craig Rushion interviews Dyana Williams, a regular on TV One's UNSUNG and referred to as "The Mother oRushion interviews Dyana Williams. She is Broadcaster/Celebrity Strategist/Curator/Live Event Producer -Dyana is celebrating 50 years in the music, broadcasting, and entertainment industry professional. Some of her archives are now in the Library of Congress. Co-founder of Black Music Month and is on the board of the National Museum of African American Music in Nashville. Rushion interviews Sgt Major Keith L. Craig. The super-connected Hollywood Whisperer is the go-to man for independent filmmakers, producers, directors, development deals, finance options, distribution, and budgets. This year they have 50 new titles to be released in May across digital platforms, including Amazon, Google Pla...2023-05-111h 03
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Legendary R&B singer WILL DOWNING. He has released a new single, "Till We Meet Again." According to Will Downing, the song was inspired when he lost his daughter to suicide in January of this year.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Legendary R&B singer WILL DOWNING. He is affectionately dubbed as The Prince of Sophisticated Soul, with a repertoire consisting of signature interpretations of R&B classics like "I Go Crazy," "Wishing On A Star," "Stop Look & Listen," and "I Try," with original hits "A Million Ways," "After Tonight," "Sorry I," "Everything I Want in My Lady" and the show-stopping, chart-topping duet with Rachelle Ferrell, "Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This." He has released a new single, "Till We Meet Again." The song offers a message of...2023-05-0728 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Attorney and Real Estate Developer Diana Lynch. She handles sports, entertainment, business law, and family law cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, and property division, and we will discuss her historic 1000-acre golf resort purchase in the Dominican Republic and the Legendary R&B singer WILL DOWNING. He has released a new single, "Till We Meet Again." According to Will Downing, the song was inspired when he lost his daughter to suicide in January of thisTwo-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Attorney Real Estate Developer Diana Lynch. Attorney Lynch has over two decades' worth of litigation experience in family law and holds a license in mediation and arbitration. She handles sports, entertainment, business law, and family law cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, and property division, and we will discuss her historic 1000-acre golf resort purchase in the Dominican Republic. But her primary purpose isn't just acquiring wealth for herself; it's inspiring the Black community to take on more ownership. Rushion interviews L...2023-05-0659 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Attorney and Real Estate Developer Diana Lynch. She handles sports, entertainment, business law, and family law cases invRushion interviews Attorney Real Estate Developer Diana Lynch. Attorney Lynch has over two decades of litigation experience in family law and holds a license in mediation and arbitration. She handles sports, entertainment, business law, and family law cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, and property division, and we will discuss her historic 1000-acre property purchase in the Dominican Republic. But her primary purpose isn't just acquiring wealth for herself; it's inspiring the Black community to take on more ownership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-0535 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Attorney and Real Estate Developer Diana Lynch. She handles sports, entertainment, business law, and family law cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, and property division, and we will discuss her historic 1000-acre golf resort purchase in the Dominican Republic.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Attorney Real Estate Developer Diana Lynch. Attorney Lynch has over two decades of litigation experience in family law and holds a license in mediation and arbitration. She handles sports, entertainment, business law, and family law cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, and property division, and we will discuss her historic 1000-acre property purchase in the Dominican Republic. But her primary purpose isn't just acquiring wealth for herself; it's inspiring the Black community to take on more ownership.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...2023-05-0529 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Legendary R&B singer WILL DOWNING. He has released a new single, "Till We Meet Again." According to Will Downing, the soRushion interviews Legendary R&B singer WILL DOWNING. He is affectionately dubbed as The Prince of Sophisticated Soul, with a repertoire consisting of signature interpretations of R&B classics like "I Go Crazy," "Wishing On A Star," "Stop Look & Listen," and "I Try," with original hits "A Million Ways," "After Tonight," "Sorry I," "Everything I Want in My Lady" and the show-stopping, chart-topping duet with Rachelle Ferrell, "Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This." He has released a new single, "Till We Meet Again." The song offers a message of hope and understanding that will resonate with anyone who has faced me...2023-05-0534 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Brian Custer, Emmy Award-winning ESPN sportscaster, discussing HBCUs, Kappa Alpha Psi, ESPN, and surviving Prostate Cancer!Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Emmy Award-winning sportscaster Brian Custer. He joined ESPN in July of 2021 as an anchor for SportsCenter and a play-by-play commentator for college football and basketball. He also has a keen eye for fashion, with his distinct love for picking out patterns for his custom-tailored suits and finding the right tie to complement his ensemble. This renaissance man is an avid watch collector, sneakerhead, and car enthusiast. Custer holds a degree in broadcast journalism from Hampton University and is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi. A cancer surv...2023-05-0527 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Attorney and Real Estate Developer Diana Lynch. She handles sports, entertainment, business law, and family law cases invRushion interviews Attorney Real Estate Developer Diana Lynch. Attorney Lynch has over two decades' worth of litigation experience in family law and holds a license in mediation and arbitration. She handles sports, entertainment, business law, and family law cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, and property division, and we will discuss her historic 1000-acre golf resort purchase in the Dominican Republic. But her primary purpose isn't just acquiring wealth for herself; it's inspiring the Black community to take on more ownership. Rushion interviews Legendary R&B singer WILL DOWNING. He is affectionately dubbed as The Prince of Sophisticated Soul, w...2023-05-051h 05
Money Making ConversationsRushion interviews Crystle Roberson, from Macon, GA, to top Hollywood director, directed episodes of Greenleaf (OWN), All American (CW), DiaRushion interviews writer, director, and producer Crystle Roberson. From Macon, GA, to top Hollywood director. Crystle has directed episodes of Greenleaf (OWN), All American (CW), Diary of a Future President (Disney+), American Soul (BET), Long Slow Exhale (Paramount), Black Mafia Family (STARZ) and The Gilded Age for HBO. She has also enjoyed serving as a Producing Director on Queens for ABC and Genius. MLK/X for 20th Century and Nat Geo. Crystle is also an enthusiastic writer with projects in development and remains excited about storytelling for generations to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-05-021h 01
Money Making ConversationsSingle Guest Episode – Rushion interviews George Lambert whose mission to increase the economic and political power of BlacksRushion interviews George Lambert. He is the President and CEO of the Greater Washington Urban League. The League is on a mission to increase the economic and political power of historically disenfranchised and excluded Black and other populations of color. GWUL works to advance racial equity as a mechanism to achieve equality while also driving the acceleration of economic self-reliance, political parity, and physical and mental wellness. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class George Lambert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-04-2728 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews George Lambert whose mission is to increase the economic and political power of BlacksTwo-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews George Lambert. He is the President and CEO of the Greater Washington Urban League. The League is on a mission to increase the economic and political power of historically disenfranchised and excluded Black and other populations of color. GWUL works to advance racial equity as a mechanism to achieve equality while also driving the acceleration of economic self-reliance, political parity, and physical and mental wellness. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class George Lambert.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-04-2727 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Robert Watkins who has invested in over 200 new business owners and facilitated more than $10 million in capital for startups, and Ryan Wilson, the co-founder and CEO of The Gathering Spot which serves as a hub for collaboration and business connections for over one million African Americans.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Dr. Robert Watkins. He is the CEO of Conquer Worldwide. Conquer Worldwide is a consulting firm that offers business advisory services and financial consulting to individuals and corporations. Dr. Watkins has invested in over 200 new business owners, assisted thousands of families in changing the trajectory of their financial legacies, and has facilitated more than $10 million in capital for startups. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class Dr. Robert Watkins. My guest is Ryan Wilson. He is the co-founder and CEO of The Gathering Spot...2023-04-0655 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Melody Brown, from slime producer on Double Dare to Associate Vice President of Consumer Media Content at Blavity, IncTwo-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Melody Brown. She started in the industry making slime on the popular TV show Double Dare. Now, she is the Associate Vice President of Consumer Media Content at Blavity, Inc. A corporation that builds solutions for Black and multicultural audiences and enterprises who want to reach their brands and redefine millennial stereotypes. She is on the show to discuss how she drives that revenue in the ever-changing world that we live in. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-04-0122 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews Sherri Shepherd, She overcame being fired from The View, divorced, and industry rejections to host the #1 new daytime talk show, Sherri.Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Sherri Shepherd. She pursued her dream of being a talk show host for nearly two decades. She overcame being fired from The View, divorced, and industry rejections to host the #1 new daytime talk show, Sherri. Sherri also promotes her Two Funny Mamas Live Stand-Up Comedy Tour with actress and comedian Kym Whitley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2023-03-3131 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion interviews the SugaChef, Executive Pastry Chef Padua Player and Attorney Ricky Anderson who represents Hollywood’s Black ExcellenceRushion Interviews The Suga Chef and Ricky Anderson This week's topic is: Exceeding Expectations and I will be speaking with… My guest is Executive Pastry Chef Padua Player, also known as SugaChef. He is the youngest of seven children. He has been featured on WE TV’s Platinum Weddings and was a competitor on Food Network’s Sweet Genius and Holiday Baking Championship. He won the 2013 Capital Food Fight’s High Stakes Cake Battle in DC, hosted by Duff Goldman. Following that success, he returned in 2014 and 2015 as a celebrity chef judge and appeared on...2023-02-2256 min
Money Making ConversationsRushion Interviews Melanie Charles and Brely EvansRushion McDonald interviews Melanie Charles. A refreshing, inventive and gifted multi-instrumentalist, and jazz singer. Melanie’s improvisational style, inflection, and spontaneity talents displayed in her celebrated album “Y’all Don’t (Really) Care About Black Women.” has been held - 'a sheer 'masterpiece.' In 2022, Ebony Magazine listed her album as one of the top female jazz albums to listen to and enjoy. "Melanie Charles' rumbling voice is perfectly in tune with her music: her songs touch upon issues such as social economic disparity, the pay gap and Mother Africa, all set to a deep, pumping bass beat. Rushion McDonald interviews Brély...2023-02-1659 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion Interviews gifted Jazz Singer Melanie Charles and trailblazing Full-Figured Actress, Brely EvansRushion McDonald interviews Melanie Charles. A refreshing, inventive and gifted multi-instrumentalist, and jazz singer. Melanie’s improvisational style, inflection, and spontaneity talents displayed in her celebrated album “Y’all Don’t (Really) Care About Black Women.” has been held - 'a sheer 'masterpiece.' In 2022, Ebony Magazine listed her album as one of the top female jazz albums to listen to and enjoy. "Melanie Charles' rumbling voice is perfectly in tune with her music: her songs touch upon issues such as social economic disparity, the pay gap and Mother Africa, all set to a deep, pumping bass beat. Rush...2023-02-1656 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion Interviews The Queen of Crypto, Tavonia Evans, and Tax Preparation Expert, Laura Foos Rushion McDonald interviews Tavonia Evans. She is a native of New York and “mompreneur”. She has been called The Queen of Crypto. She has been featured in Glamour Magazine’s May 2018 “Women in Crypto”, CNN, Bloomberg, Complex TV, CNBC, Marie Claire, Blavity, Ozy. Tavonia made the transition into the world of Blockchain in 2016 as a result of identifying Cryptocurrency as a tool that could stimulate economic growth and financial freedom within the Black community. She is one of the first Black women heralded as being the founder and lead engineer in developing a coin with such a mission within...2023-02-0956 min
Money Making Conversations Master ClassRushion Interviews Visionary Educator Artesius Miller and Sports and Entertainment Financial Analyst, Sonia FearsRushion McDonald interviews Dr. Artesius Miller. He is the Founder & CEO of the Utopian Academy for the Arts Charter School Network. Miller is recognized as a visionary leader in K-12 education who founded Georgia’s first state-approved charter school following recreation of the State Charter Schools Commission. Miller has a bachelor’s degree in Economics from Morehouse College, a master’s degree in Education Leadership from Columbia University, and a doctorate degree in Educational Administration and Policy from the University of Georgia. This interview is about education and opportunities. Rushion McDonald interviews Sonia Fears of Fears Group a...2023-02-0756 min