Podcasts about black businesses

Ep 149: All That and a Bag of Chips: 31 Days of Black Business ReflectionsNo guest. No theme song. Just me, a cup of coffee, and whatever came out of my mouth.

Abdull, son of renowned naturopathic healer Doctor Sebi, brings exclusive insights into his father’s legacy. Abdull will share behind-the-scenes details from Nick Cannon’s upcoming documentary and offer a sneak peek at his own highly anticipated book chronicling his father’s remarkable journey. Plus, Abdull will answer your pressing health questions live! Before Abdull takes the mic, don’t miss Kamm Howard of Reparations United as he delivers a powerful update on the urgent fight for reparations since the landmark Durban convention 25 years ago. Before Kamm, San Francisco activist John Templeton will reveal why Pan-Africanism must evolve to empower Black-owned businesses today. We’ll also welcome Cinque Brath, son of the legendary Elombe Brath, as he unveils bold plans to honor and expand his father’s transformative legacy. This is a can’t-miss opportunity to engage with trailblazers shaping the future of our community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep 148: Serious Training for Everyday People with Sean Armstead of Phenomenal FitnessPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 147: Vintage Is a Form of Luxury with Jennifer Kelly-Nichols of Vintage FrillsPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 146: Your Customers Are Doing Economics Whether You Are or Not with Dr. Kristi-Warren Scott Bishop of Verity ConsultingPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 145: Leadership Without Burnout with Janelle Alba Garner of Tanglaw AdvisoryPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 144: Ten Toes Down and Chasing Goals with Rob Marley of Stay Focus SocietyPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 143: Coaching Is Not a Meritocracy with Serena HicksPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

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Ep 142: Sustainable Swimwear That Actually Fits with Tiffany Asamoah of BOLD SwimPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

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Ep 141: Split Ends Are the Devil with Charita Golden of Golden TressesPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 140: Private Investing Is Not What You Think with Victoria Watkins of InrichmintPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 139: Your Credit Report Shows Your Stress with Cierra Michelle Jones of The Credit SchoolPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 138: Two Introverts Built a Wine Bar on the South Side with Charlette Stanton and Jacare Thomas of Park Manor 75Part of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 137: Not Everybody's Life Is a Movie Scene with Adrienne Randle of Evryday Blk MagazinePart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 136:Trades Aren't a Backup Plan: Building a Business With Your Hands with Shawn Ellis of Handyman Ellis, LLCPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 135: From a Craft Class to Ten Years in Business with Ticina Williams of Creativiti Custom Designs and EventsPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 134: Semoine Boyer of CocoaLuxe: Routine to Ritual, and Fragrance for When You Can't Get AwayPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 133: Type C Energy and Design With Soul with Sunni of Sunni Aesthetics.Part of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Originally uploaded July 27th, reloaded August 17th. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Charity Dean, CEO, Michigan Black Business Alliance (MBBA), Detroit, MI. Welcome, Charity, we weren't able to fit you in at Mackinac, can you tell us about MBBA? MBBA is celebrating five years of impact this year. Looking back, what accomplishments are you most proud of, and what do they say about the needs and opportunities facing Black entrepreneurs across Michigan? MBBA recently released its 2026 Policy Pillars. What are the top priorities you believe policymakers, business leaders, and economic development stakeholders should focus on to help small businesses thrive? Your report highlights nearly $14.7 million in capital access facilitated or supported, and almost 2,000 entrepreneurs served. What barriers do Black-owned businesses still face when it comes to accessing capital and growth opportunities? As Michigan looks toward the 2026 election cycle and continued economic development discussions, what role should entrepreneurship and small business growth play in shaping the state's future? MBBA has expanded its reach across communities, including Detroit, Flint, and Grand Rapids. What is your vision for the organization's next five years, and what impact do you hope to have on Michigan's business ecosystem? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Subscribe to MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: X.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ Michigan Black Business Alliance Marks Five Years with Release of 2026 Policy Pillars Ahead of Mackinac Policy Conference, Calling for Greater Investment in Black-Owned Businesses and Small Business Growth Across Michigan As Michigan prepares for a pivotal election cycle, MBBA outlines key policy priorities impacting entrepreneurs, economic opportunity and the future of small business statewide DETROIT — May 2026 — As leaders from across the state gather for the Mackinac Policy Conference to discuss Michigan's economic future, the Michigan Black Business Alliance (MBBA) is marking five years of impact with the release of its 2026 Policy Pillars and Five-Year Impact Report, outlining priorities to strengthen Black-owned businesses, expand economic opportunity and support long-term small business growth across Michigan. The release comes at a pivotal moment as Michigan enters a consequential 2026 election cycle that includes races for governor, U.S. Senate and the Michigan House. MBBA says the conversations shaping Michigan's future must include entrepreneurs and small businesses, particularly Black-owned businesses that continue to face barriers to capital, procurement opportunities and sustainable growth. Since launching in 2021, MBBA has supported nearly 2,000 entrepreneurs across Michigan, facilitated or supported more than $14.7 million in capital access, connected members to more than 1,500 business opportunities and delivered more than 7,000 hours of one-on-one technical assistance through programs designed to help businesses start, grow and scale. ### About the Michigan Black Business Alliance The Michigan Black Business Alliance (MBBA) is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to closing the racial wealth gap by developing programs and advancing policies that support profitable, sustainable Black-owned businesses across Michigan.

Ep # 132: Sun Food and Decolonizing What We Eat with Radius of RA's Natural Abundance (noseyAF Classic)Part of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 125: We Heal Together with Aya Nikole Cook of Haji Healing SalonPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 131: From Black and White to Living in Color with Alexis "Lexi" Williams of Aloha GlamourPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 130: Day 13 Explaining Investing Through a TJ Maxx Run with Nadia C. Vanderhall of Brands + BandsPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Episode # 129 Dark Fantasy, Black Authors, and a Toxic Hottie or Two with Cheryl Hodges of The Obsidian ArchivePart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep 128: Neurodiversity in Black Families with Rosemary Sanders-Price of Rose in Bloom TherapyPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

EP # 127- Empowering Women Through Firearm Safety with Javondlynn Dunagan of JMD DefensePart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

On this day in 1981, a Coca-Cola boycott led by the Rev. Jesse Jackson's Operation PUSH ended after the company agreed to more than $30 million in commitments benefiting Black businesses and communities. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ep 126: From CFO to Venue Owner with Nadia S. Anderson of Lavender HillPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep #124 — Closing the Health Literacy Gap with Dr. Madalyn McKnight of Project HealthvocatePart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Dr Boyce Watkins explains the concept of economic soil to explain why black businesses don't grow

Ep #123 — From Camera Gift to Creative Empire with Rhonda Nunn of Just Keep Smiling ProductionsPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep #122 — Building Community for Autism Moms with Sabrina Bonaparte of Monochromatic Mommies Part of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep #121 — From Coloring Books to Culture Trips with Tiffany Heard of Hues of AfricaPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep #120 — Building a Green Space for Youth with Ted Gloster of The Forgin InitiativePart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep #119 — From Loss to Home Care Business with Que Maxwell of Two Caring HeartsPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

Ep #118 — "Start With What You Have" Denzel Turner on Building Black Fridays PodcastPart of noseyAF's 31 Days of Black Business series

August is National Black Business Month, highlighting the contributions of more than 3 million Black-owned businesses across the United States. The annual observance encourages consumers to shop Black, support local entrepreneurs and recognize the vital role Black businesses play in the nation's economy. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we're talking about why I left Substack! Through a conversation with the amazing Lex Roman of Revenue Rulebreaker.Together we explore:Lex's journey from working in tech to starting an agency to launching a membership for journalists to now running an indie media companyThe state of small business media (& why there are so many opportunities there!)Why we're committed to being creators even though it's a challenging business modelHow Lex helped me decide to leave SubstackWhat newsletter and podcast tools might work for you If you like this episode, please go check out the new Off the Grid Clubhouse on Ghost!

Gainesville Black Business Expo Weekend will bring together Black-owned businesses, nonprofits and social organizations for two days of awards, networking, live music, food and giveaways. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

George E. Johnson, founder of Johnson Products and one of America's most influential Black entrepreneurs, has died at 99. Johnson transformed the Black hair-care industry, led the first Black-owned company listed on a major U.S. stock exchange and helped build lasting Black-owned institutions through business and banking. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

7/7/26, Co-Host Amilcar Shabazz Sen Paul Mark, Commission Chair of America 250 in Mass, on how and why we are celebrating the Declaration of Independence; also, freeing children from social media exploiters. Amilcar Shabazz on freedom in our history, celebrating Juneteenth, & “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” Tom Weiner on “In Defiance: 20 Abolitionists You Were Never Taught in School.” Monica Cage, owner of Crown by Cage & Sec of Black Business Assoc of Amherst Area on Black entrepreneurship in western Mass, community support & the road ahead. Noah Bullock, Ex Dir, Cristosal, the Central American human rts org, on human rts abuses & the death of the rule of law in El Salvador & the tight friendship between Pres Trump &, El Salvador's authoritarian right-wing President, Nayib Bukele.

Dr Boyce Watkins explains why black businesses don't develop due to poor economic soil

Join Social Proof Circle's Mentorship Program: https://thesocialproofcircle.com/Customer service isn't just about being nice...it's one of the biggest competitive advantages your business has.In this episode of the Full Transparency Podcast, Donni Wiggins shares a personal experience that led him to stop supporting a local business and breaks down the hard truths entrepreneurs need to hear about customer service, consistency, and creating unforgettable customer experiences.Using real-life examples including the famous "Give Them the Pickle" lesson Donni explains why businesses lose loyal customers over small decisions and reveals the simple principles that keep people coming back.If you're a business owner, leader, or entrepreneur looking to build a brand people rave about, this episode is a must-watch.

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Here’s a structured summary of the Leona Barr‑Davenport interview with Rushion McDonald from Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Here’s a structured summary of the Leona Barr‑Davenport interview with Rushion McDonald from Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Here’s a structured summary of the Leona Barr‑Davenport interview with Rushion McDonald from Money Making Conversations Masterclass, including its purpose, key takeaways, and notable quotes.

Futuristic Researcher Sadiki Bakari transforms our classroom into a hub of empowerment and innovation. Brother Sadiki will expertly reveal how cycles of trauma and fear can limit our potential, especially when it comes to navigating the rapidly evolving world of AI. He will share his revolutionary Empowerment Technology—a proven method to break free from fear and trauma and unlock your true capabilities. Before Sadiki inspires us, prepare to be moved by the wisdom of the dean of Black Journalists, Rev. Dr. Barbara Reynolds, and the powerful insights of author and researcher Angela Greene, who will unveil her eye-opening book, Legalized Extortion. This essential work exposes how the government targeted Black doctors who courageously served poor and elderly Medicaid recipients, shining a light on injustice and resilience. Chicago activist pastor Anthony Williams will ignite the morning, giving a passionate account of his relentless fight to ensure the NFL opens its doors to more Black-owned businesses.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.