Born 2 Win

This is special sit-down with the Youth Pastors of Living Word.  Go Hard For Christ -Pastors Raphael and Rachel Carrións share their journey, and the excitement they have for Youthpreneur during the Business Leadership Conference 2025 at Living Word.  

Amazing Sitdown at Living Word Church President of Joseph Business School She tells all about her story, her mission, and calling and her work with Dr. Bill Winston.   The upcoming Business Leadership Conference is free.  Register at https://blc.billwinston.org/

Freddie Golden, Jr., a 19-year-old from Chicago, IL, is currently pursuing a computer science degree at Morehouse College. After receiving $1.6 million dollars in academic scholarships in highschool, Freddie is able to obtain his Morehouse College degree free of charge. Coming from the rough west side environment of Chicago, Freddie hopes to spread a positive message to the youth through his book:...

We had a surprise guest and announcement by Tinker Hatfield- The Greatest Shoe Designer of All Time- Nike's Vice President of Design and Special Projects.  Tinker shares his recent thoughts on the MBK/Ravensbourne London Final Presentation of the London/Chicago Cultural Exchange. His fondest memories of working closely with Michael Jordan and his meeting up with Cabrini Greens kids consistent...

William "Billy" Moore joined Vondale Singleton live at CHAMPS Saturday for this Live Audience Podcast recording.  He discussed his new book "Until The Lion Speaks"  Having been incarcerated for twenty years for the shooting incident that led to No #1 player in the nation, Benji Wilson's death in 1984.  He also was a victim of gun violence when he lost   his own son to gun...

Dwayne has been a three-time guest on the Oprah Winfrey Show, correspondent for Next TV, hosted the Unity breakfast for The Obama Presidential Library and has been featured on ABC, CBS, FOX, WYCC, WTTW, NBC and PBS networks for his impactful work throughout various communities. Dwayne has also received a Proclamation from the Pennsylvania State Legislatures for his book: The STOP – Improving Polic...

Sam Binion has been working with CHAMPS since its inception. Sam is a pillar of the Greater Grand Crossing community and has devoted his life to promoting community safety and working with young men to build positive identity and reach their full potential. He is one of the Founders of Operation Neighborhood Safety

In recent years, Jermaine Lawrence Anderson Enterprises and its founder has educated and empowered many clients and businesses alike to discover their purpose as they journey to achieve personal and professional success. Jermaine has been the force behind many exclusive brands, products, and record breaking live events including The Chicago Gentlemen’s Brunch. Jermaine Lawrence Anderson was recogn...

From the south side of Chicago, Jamila Trimuel is a results-driven leader and encourages others to pursue purpose at all costs. She is the Founder of Ladies of Virtue, an award winning mentoring program that has empowered over 1,000 girls to become confident and purpose-driven leaders. ​ As a mentor, social entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Jamila Trimuel has over ten years of experience in strate...

Anthony Wright is the Chief Executive Officer for Ring of Hope.  Mr. Wright serves as a Pastor, teacher, visionary, and community leader in the Greater Grand Crossing community. He is a graduate of Trinity International Deerfield IL, with two bachelor’s degrees: one in Christian Ministry and, the other in organizational leadership. Anthony Wright later received a master’s degree in Social work fro...

Host Vondale Singleton sits down with Christopher Crater, a Chicago Native rooted in serving his city.   Christopher is a graduate of Mississippi Valley State University with a BA in Communication and a graduate from Arkansas State University with a Masters Degree in Communication Studies. Christopher is currently a part of the Public Engagement Team at the Obama Foundation as the Community Engage...

Special Guest Walter Mendenhall IV is positively transforming the way men live and lead in their communities through leadership and entrepreneurship development. He is a husband, father, Former NFL Football player, author, speaker, and Founder of the Male Mogul Initiative.  Just this week he just signed with Kyrie Irving to run and will help manage the @kai11fund with training small black and brow...

Host Vondale Singleton welcomes Damien Howard.  His focus is to nurture the growth of entrepreneurial and servant-minded leaders, who grow leaders and transform their communities. His  current focus is strengthening mentoring services for the youth of Urban America. he is a  coach, mentor, and serve the #MentoringMovement for the hope of #UrbanEducationReform. As the founder of Clever Characters, ...

Special Guest Joseph Williams shares about the Chicago Based Mr. Dads Fathers Club. The Mr. Dad's Father's Club was created to help get more fathers actively involve in the community's as well as in the Chicago Public School system.

David A. Gethers is a dynamic and energetic Life Transformation Specialist. In 2013 after spending 15 years in prison, David, with only a high school diploma, got out of prison with a plan to transform his life. He did just that! He entered collage at Governors State University, in University Park IL.  In 2014, he would go on to become the Vice-President of the Student Senate and graduate Cum Laud...

Born 2 Win Podcast #17 w/ J amil McDonald – who is a self-employed, licensed insurance producer, who represents three major insurance companies—as well as over a dozen smaller private companies—that provides financial solutions to families across Texas. Jamil was raised in the Cabrini Green Housing Projects on Chicago’s north side and relocated to Texas, years later, to live with close relatives....

The Born 2 Win podcast highlights individuals excelling at high levels in their purpose and calling. This podcast is for anyone looking to get ahead in life and willing to take ACTION and reach their full potential. Using our C.H.A.M.P.S. Mentoring Model of the 3E's Education, Empowerment, and Exposure. GUEST TODAY  Special Guest Mindful Muscle Founder, Rashad Sanders sits down to reflect on...

GUEST TODAY  Special Guest- Chicago Bulls, Senior Director of Community Relations, Adrienne Scherenzel-Curry, shares down to reflect on her Canadian origin, her failures and aspirations, her passions, her twin, and of course her work with the Chicago Bulls.  Adrienne provides oversight and strategic direction for the Chicago Bulls community relations, alumni programs, the Bulls' philanthropic...

The Born 2 Win podcast highlights individuals excelling at high levels in their purpose and calling. This podcast is for anyone looking to get ahead in life and willing to take ACTION and reach their full potential. Using our C.H.A.M.P.S. Mentoring Model of the 3E's Education, Empowerment, and Exposure. Today our 4 special guests Sky Schools give teachers tools & techniques they can use i...

As the CEO of Chicago Scholars, Dominique Jordan Turner is responsible for leading the organization, and working collaboratively with the Board, and senior level management to establish and implement operational and programmatic goals, as well as cultivating partnerships that positively impact the organization. If you are interested in learning more about the Chicago Scholars Community, and how to...

Special Guest-​Darnell Leatherwood is a doctoral candidate, Institute of Education Sciences (IES) fellow, and Illinois Board of Higher Education (DFI) fellow at the University of Chicago in the School of Social Service Administration. He holds a M.A. in the Social Sciences from the University of Chicago and a B.S. from the College of Business at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where...

Joined by NBA Legend Craig Hodges who hails from the Chicago area and was born Craig Anthony Hodges is an American retired professional basketball player and former head coach of the Westchester Knicks of the NBA Development League. He played in the NBA for 10 seasons and led the league in 3-point shooting percentage three times. He played with the greatest NBA player ever, Michael Jordan and won...

Today's Guest is Dr. Clarence Boyd earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1977, his Master of Arts in Practical Theology in 1998, and Doctor of Ministry 2002, all from Oral Roberts University. Dr. Boyd served in the Resident Advisor program and was a Hall Director from 1977 to 1982.  He was then promoted to the position of Dean of Men in Student Affairs in which he served from 1982 to 1984, at...

In November 2018, Constance Jones became the chief executive officer of the Noble Network of Charter Schools, Illinois’ largest and most successful charter school network, and is the first African American and first female to hold that position. Connected through community groups and board positions across Chicago, she quickly became a widely influential and trusted voice within the nation's...

Our special guest Terry M. Iverson is a third generation President & CEO of Iverson & Company, an 86 year-old CNC machine tool distributorship located in Des Plaines, IL. The Iverson brand has become synonymous with “precision & service”, and cutting edge in the industry and service, rebuilding, financing, training and turnkeys throughout portions of Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana and UP...