The Kenny James Show

Heidi  Racherla best known for her role as Senior Vice President of Community Engagement at Bank of America talks the importance of community, finance and building a happy and healthy financial future. With over twenty years of experience in the financial services industry, Heidi has held all Financial Center positions from Teller in college to Branch Manager at 23, and most recently Consumer Market Manager and Operations Market Manager, leading teams of up to 600 associates and 70 locations 

EXCLUSIVE -   She is the most powerful woman of color in of finance. Managing over 5200 retail locations, 18k ATMs, 50k+ employees and overseeing $810 billion dollars in deposits, including Chase Private Client,  on the investment side. Join me as I sit down with  Thasunda as she gives groundbreaking advice on a plethora of topics from how to be an effective leader in a C-Suite role to diversity and inclusion, being a leader with purpose, building a strong credit score, leveling up your finances in an pandemic, knowing your self- worth and so much more. This is an interview you don't want to miss. Visit: KennyJToday.com for more information Get voting information: https://www.vote.org  

He's the most sought-after Carnival Cruise Director in History. With his handsome looks, charisma and stellar personality. Matt Mitcham is the IT boy. His career spans over a decade with leading hundreds of employees and making thousands of customers his top priority. He has wowed many guest even high-profile celebrities, like Shaquel O'neal. Hes been dubbed by People Magazine as the hunk with 6 pack abs. “Get $25 when you bring your phone to Xfinity Mobile! Offer ends 11/1.”Listen as Matt details why he decided to leave his illustrious career, what he's doing now and hear some great tips on planning the perfect vacation get away cruise style. Matt Mitcham InstagramBetterMoneyGoals.com - Maximize Your Money 

BETTER MONEY GOALS - Malcolm Harris, better known as MJ has built a multi-million-dollar enterprise, National Care Financial Group, which started at his dining room table and has become one of America's largest African-American owned financial services firms. Malcolm has been featured by Oprah Winfrey, The Huffington Post, USA Today and Ebony Magazine. Listen to Malcolms story how he transitioned from working a 9 to 5 to having total financial freedom and independence and how you can too. My recommended business read is Rich Dad Poor Dad - Get the FREE audiobook here at AUDIBLE Learn how to maximize your money by visiting:  BetterMoneyGoals.com 

Welcome to Season 2! Tai Beauchamp has been driven from an early age, earning her Bachelor of Art in English Literature from Spelman College and starting her editorial career interning at Good Housekeeping and Harpers Bazaar. She quickly rose through the ranks to become Beauty editor at O, The Oprah Magazine. Seventeen magazine is where she made history as the magazines youngest and first African American beauty and fitness director. Tai is now an Entrepreneur, influencer and Tv Host. Co-Founding luxury wellness brand Brown Girl Jane she promotes beauty, health and vibrant skin. She also influences many around the world to travel with her show: Lens of Culture, with her co-host Elton Anderson only on CLEOTV Join me as I sit down with Tai as we cover business, health and wellness, travel and so much more. 

My two-guest today are Janelle Jayonce and Selena Mcateer two proud transgender women. This interview dives in deep to uncover the raw emotions of two women and their struggles becoming transgender females. We talk about everything related to the transgender community; including coming out to family and friends; the injustices and biases against transgender people and so much more. If you or anyone you know is struggling with becoming transgender or struggling with any personal relationship with a person within the transgender community; there is help available. Please review the contact details below: The Trevor Project - Available 24/7 866-488-7386 Trans LifeLine877-565-8860Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

Join the electrifying conversation with musical rap artist(s) Kaila Love, Diverse and Daylite three professional, full-time rap artist who live for their music and the power of motivating others in the process.  Listen as they provide critical insight on the struggles of making it in the music industry. Tune in as we dive into topics including; racial appropriation, building a music brand, gaining support and so much more. You don't want to miss this conversation. Don't forget to rate the show and subscribe. Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. Follow these artist on Instagram at: Kaila Love - KailaLovesMusic Diverse - Yaboydiverse Daylite - Daylite__

She's an entrepreneur, a social media socialite, a fashion maven, a wife and mother of two; but she also runs a multi-million dollar real estate empire with over 29 million in sales for 2019. She's not only a power player but a force to be reckoned. Join me on this candid conversation to find out how Julia Wang overcame her obstacles to become the queen of million-dollar listings in Houston. Follow Julia on Instagram at: Juliawang_htx Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

Leah Taylor is no stranger to hard work. From humble beginnings working at the local post office in Columbus, Ohio to styling some of black Hollywood's most famous in Atlanta.With clients like Kelly Rowland, Toni Braxton, Lala Anthony and a host of other celebrities. Hear how Leah built a career from her passion of styling. Watch Celebrity House Sitting on Roku, SamsungTV+ or YouTube.  Follow Leah at LeahTaylorStyle on Instagram – Don't forget to rate, share and subscribe to this podcast. Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

Kenny & Friends -  Join me as I sit down and chat with two close friends; Devin and Armani. Our conversations can become very impassioned.In this episode we talk racism, politics, COVID-19 and who Armani thinks should be VP on the Joe Biden ticket and Devin's take on racism from a bi-racial standpoint and who in his family he recently cut ties with over black lives matter.   Hear my perspective on the two things I would fight to have implement if I were president and so much more.  Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

Today, I'm joined by three power players in the entrepreneur sector. All are young, black and a CEO's. Listen in as we dive into topics related to starting, growing and pivoting your business. These entrepreneurs will give key advice on how to maneuver, scale and adjust your business during the COVID-19 pandemic and how to reach new customers, grow online and so much more. My guest are:  Mr. Marc Coley - Known as the entrepreneur's pastor – helping spiritually charge entrepreneurs to start their businesses, gain clients and make money online  Ms. Nikkie Pryce – Transformational Life Coach and Speaker, helping empower and influence people to be power players in the marketplace. Mr. Derek D. Ross – Branding & PR Strategist – Curating concepts, content and conversations that drive revenue and results. Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. If you like this episode; don't forget to rate it and share it with your friends Follow them on Instagram at: Nikkie Pryce: Iamnikkiepryce Derek D Ross: Derekdross Marc Coley: Marc.coley

UNFILTERED - Chris, better known as Mountain Mic, has worn many faces by the age of 16. His biological father, murdered, in cold blood. Chris was also sexually assaulted multiple times by his choir director from a local community church. His way of dealing with his trauma was gaining weight, to make himself as undesirable as possible. Hiking became his new normal, his strength, his tenacity to muster the courage to face another day.  You can find more about Chris (Mountain Mic) and his business where he inspires others to live their best life through hiking. Find him on Instagram at Mountain_Mic Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

He went from sleeping in his car; to motivating millions around the globe with His positive message of speaking your dreams into existence has earned him partnerships with Tide Corporation, the Steve & Marjorie Harvey Foundation and a host of other notable figures to push his message of hope. However, his own reality didn't start out so bright.  Her how he turned his life around and did it from the back of his car. This is my interview with Billionaire PA Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

Nick Jonas is a global music sensation; as a former member of The Jonas Brothers; Nick has continued on as a successful solo artist, a Golden Globe Nominee and a bona fide actor. Staring in his latest box office hit; Jumanji: The Next Level. Nick has powered through his own set of challenges, transiting from a music career to a star on the big screen. Hear him detail the struggles of balancing his self doubt and the joys of living life, one challenge at a time. Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

In 1957, a group of nine black teens enrolled into a formally all white school in Little Rock, Arkansas. Their attendance at the school was a test of Brown v. Board of Education, a landmark in the 1954 supreme court ruling that declared segregation in public schools as unconstitutional.  My guest today is Melba Pattillo Beals, one of the Little Rock Nine who so courageously volunteered to attend Central High that day.  Her book, “I will not fear: My story of a lifetime of building faith under fire” is out now. Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

Listen to my most impactful interview with New York Times best selling author, motivational speaker and world-renowned licensed Psychologist. Dr. Robin Smith. Dr. Robin Smith has appeared on programs like Good Morning America, CNN, The Today Show, Fox News Network and the most famous of them all; The Oprah Winfrey Show. Where she was a regular guest providing insight and helpful tips to living your best life. Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

You know her as the Ultimate Southern Belle; she's an accomplished lawyer, entrepreneur, author, mother and reality tv star. Join me as I sit down and discuss a variety of topics with Phaedra Parks. As a managing partner of The Parks Group, an Atlanta-based law firm, Parks practices law in the areas of entertainment, intellectual property rights and civil and criminal litigation. Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

Medium Karee Moore says she realized her gift of being able to connect with the spirits at a young age. It was even more prevalent after the passing of her daughters boyfriend. Despite skeptics Karee says she has connected many people with those who have passed on.  Listen to our conversation and hear her perform a live summon over the air. Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

Listen to words of wisdom with actor, model and artist Tyler Lepley. Known for his role as Benny on Tyler Perry's "The Haves And The Have Nots" on OWN. Whether you're looking to break into Hollywood or just here for entertainment or motivation. This interview will give you all of that and then some. We talk about recognizing and eliminating things, people or objects that are obstructing your vision, also working in Hollywood and being a part of Tyler Perry's hit show. Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

Whats your take on love? Monogamy or polyamory? find out how some of us millennials are navigating our way through life and love in a social media environment that promotes "the grass is greener on the other side" mentality. Can you truly be happy with one person or is this no longer the case in our world of extreme dating. Special thanks to love experts Rose and Liam.Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

It's been 15 years since she won American Idol. Join me as I have a candid conversation with Fantasia about self-love and why physical and emotional wellness is key to building a strong career and happy life. Also, why she still gets nervous for new album releases. We chatted days before she released her album (Side Effects Of You)  Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

I call her "The Reigning Princess of Hip-Hop and R&B.  With an estimated net worth of over $600 million dollars. Rihanna has gone above and beyond as a full fledge self-made, entrepreneur; cementing her position in the world as the richest female entertainer and first black woman in charge of a major luxury fashion house.  Hear how she explained to me her process of mapping out her future by knowing and understanding exactly what she wanted her "Brand" to be. How she wanted to earn the respect and not rest on her laurels. Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast. 

In this episode, you'll find out more about me (Kenny James) your host. Gain a better insight as to what this podcast is about. From celebrity interviews to everyday concerns affecting our world, no topic is off topic. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and share with friends. Follow me on Instagram at: SirKennyJ Visit KennyJToday.com to contribute and support the podcast.