Black Fridays

What Up Doe?! In this episode of Black Fridays, Denzell breaks down how creators, entrepreneurs, and podcasters can take one long-form video and turn it into 20 different pieces of content across YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Threads, LinkedIn, email, blogs, websites, flyers, press releases, and even ebooks. The conversation focuses on working smarter with the content you already have, using tools l...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Karlyta Williams , founder of Mockery Zero Proof , to explore the growing world of zero-proof culture, wellness, and intentional community building. Karlyta shares how a personal shift away from alcohol during the pandemic evolved into Mockery, a Detroit-based non-alcoholic bottle shop and social space designed to help pe...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Ed Jones II , founder of Beyond The Field and creator of the Player Development Summit , to talk about what it really means to build a life beyond your title, your job, or your identity. Ed breaks down how he’s helping athletes and professionals transition into purpose-driven careers, the importance of ownership and skill...

What Up Doe?! In this special episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Detroit legend and founder of College Career & Beyond, home of the legendary Midnight Golf Program , Renee Fluker , to celebrate 25 years of transforming lives through mentorship, education, and opportunity. Renee shares the real story behind building Midnight Golf from the ground up with no funding, working m...

What Up Doe?! In this solo episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, Denzell breaks down why podcasting is one of the most underrated tools for creators, entrepreneurs, and small business owners heading into 2026. He shares how podcasting can serve as a content creation hack, a powerful networking tool, a way to build your personal brand, and a marketing engine to drive real revenue. If you’ve been th...

What Up Doe?! In this solo episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, host Denzell Turner gets real about one of the biggest killers of Black entrepreneurship — starting strong and stopping short before success ever has a chance to show up. Denzell breaks down the four core reasons entrepreneurs keep quitting on their own ideas, and delivers a no-fluff framework for building clarity, systems, audience,...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, host Denzell Turner sits down with Tiera Moultrie, founder of Autism In The D, to talk about what it really takes to build a movement from scratch when your community has nothing to offer you. Tiera shares how two sons diagnosed with autism, a broken Detroit school system, and a city without a single inclusive sensory space pushed her to...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Nina Idemudia , founder of A Planner with a Purpose , to talk about building a career rooted in purpose, community, and doing things on your own terms. Nina shares how her background in urban planning, leadership in national organizations, and real-life experiences pushed her to create intentional spaces, host impactful a...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Milwaukee entrepreneur and media creator Kayla Lewis Allen , co-founder of Full Circle TV, a family-centered streaming platform focused on real conversations about marriage, faith, and entrepreneurship. Kayla shares how she and her husband built their own platform from the ground up, the lessons they learned creating a business...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Detroit photographer, entrepreneur, and creative educator Katrina Cross-Daniels , founder of Katrina Cross Photography and KCD Creative Studios. Known for her empowering boudoir, branding, and portrait photography, Katrina shares how she transitioned from corporate life to full-time entrepreneurship and built a business focused...

Public relations is more than getting on TV or landing a headline. It’s about storytelling, preparation, and building trust with the audience you want to reach. In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast , host Denzell Turner sits down with Kiana Montgomery , founder of Ki Takeaways Communications , to break down how entrepreneurs can use public relations to grow their brand and amplify their st...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with the founders of Round One Gaming Lab Tyrell and Terrance to unpack how they built a competitive gaming space in Detroit designed for serious players, streamers, and community events. Inspired by the idea of bringing gaming back to what it was meant to be experienced like, together, they share how Round One evolved into a...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Bree Flemings, founder of Jem Social, to break down how she pivoted from DJ to tech founder and built an AI-powered influencer marketplace connecting creators with over 30,000 brands. Bree shares hard truths about influencer vs creator identity, how to pitch brands the right way, building scalable tech products, landing p...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Nkem Bernard , founder of Detroit Finds 313 , to unpack how she transitioned from full-time nurse to one of Metro Detroit’s most influential lifestyle creators. Nkem shares how consistency, understanding the Instagram algorithm, brand alignment, and community-first storytelling helped her build a monetized content platfor...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Barry Jennings , founder of The Uprising Network , to unpack a decade-long journey of independent media, creative sacrifice, and telling Detroit’s story from the ground up. Barry opens up about changing the narrative of the city, the cost of building for the community, why creators must stop waiting for permission, and ho...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Rachel Simone , aka Producer Bae, to unpack her journey from legacy media to building Production Bae, a platform focused on access, training, and real credits for Detroit creatives. Rachel breaks down why producing is an act of service, how relationships fuel long-term success in media, and what it really takes to build s...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Vince Perkins from Ready to Love: Detroit to go beyond reality TV and unpack his journey as a Detroit native, former athlete, community mentor, and public servant. Vince shares real talk on accountability, masculinity, fatherhood, and what it truly means to live with purpose and abundance. Don’t Forget To Tap In With Our...

What Up Doe?! In this Legacy Lounge episode, presented in collaboration with Hot Sam’s Detroit and the Legacy Business Project, Tony Stovall, co-owner of Hot Sam's in Detroit, shares his insights on legacy, community engagement, and the evolution of his business. He reflects on the importance of maintaining a legacy in business, the transformation of customer experiences, and the role of fashi...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Friday's podcast, guest Angel Livas discusses her groundbreaking journey as the first black woman to create her own podcast network, the Alive Podcast Network. We explore the importance of storytelling, the mission behind the network, and the challenges faced by podcasters, particularly in the black community. Angel shares insights on building a diver...

What Up Doe?! In this Legacy Lounge episode, presented in collaboration with Hot Sam’s Detroit and the Legacy Business Project, we sit down with Antonio Green of James H. Cole Funeral Home, a fourth-generation leader helping carry one of Detroit’s most historic Black-owned institutions forward. Antonio shares what legacy really means, how James H. Cole has served Detroit families for over a centur...

What Up Doe?! In this episode of the Black Fridays Podcast, we tap in with Detroit creative Chef Geech, who’s redefining sports media by blending hip-hop, culinary culture, and viral storytelling through his First & Geech platform. He shares how faith, creativity, and consistency helped him turn weekly NFL recaps into major opportunities with national platforms while staying rooted in Detroit...

What Up Doe?! In this special Legacy Lounge episode, presented in collaboration with Hot Sam’s Detroit , Black Fridays , and the Legacy Business Project , we spotlight Graham’s Printing Co , a Black-owned Detroit print shop celebrating over 60 years of serving small businesses, unions, churches, and the community. Michelle shares how hard work, loyalty, and customer-first service helped Graham’s P...

What Up Doe?! This week, we’re tapping in with Mark S. Lee , a Detroit-based marketing and business expert, media personality, and trusted voice for small businesses across the city. With more than 25 years of experience in corporate marketing, entrepreneurship, and consulting, Mark has become a go-to authority on branding, customer relationships, and business growth. He’s the founder of The Lee G...

What Up Doe?! This week, we’re tapping in with De’Lon Dixon , founder of Think Technologies and a Detroit-based tech leader working at the intersection of AI, UX, and community impact. With a background in behavioral science, psychology, and user experience, De’Lon breaks down artificial intelligence in a way that’s approachable, practical, and empowering. From partnering with OpenAI to building c...

What Up Doe?! Welcome to a special edition of the Black Fridays Podcast: The Legacy Lounge , a collaborative series presented in partnership with Hot Sam’s Detroit and the Legacy Business Project , spotlighting Black-owned legacy businesses that are part of Detroit’s cultural fabric. This week, we’re honored to sit down with Stephanie Byrd , second-generation owner and CEO of Flood’s Bar & Gri...