30 to Life - Redefining the Black Experience

This episode’s a must-listen! Muki and Brown sit down with Cliff Goins IV, author of Minding the Wealth Gap, to unpack the racial wealth gap and how we can close it—together. Don’t miss it! Listen now! About the Book: Minding the Wealth Gap: Our Playbook to Close It Together is a bold, data-driven call to action for closing the staggering $15 trillion racial wealth gap in America. Investment exper...

In this episode, the guys chat with Dr. Cornel West's Vice Presidential nominee Dr. Melina Abdullah. Dr. Abdullah breaks down her run for vice president as an independent and the challenges of gaining access to the ballot. Later they discuss reparations and chances of it becoming a reality. Tune in! About our guest: Dr. Melina Abdullah is Professor of Pan-African Studies at Cal State LA’s College...

30 to Life is back for season 5. In this episode, Muki and Brown discuss all things politics and the history of the black vote with John Wood Jr. Tune in! More about our guest: John Wood Jr. is a writer, podcaster and noted public speaker nationally recognized as a leading voice on issues of political and racial reconciliation. He is national ambassador for Braver Angels, America’s largest grassro...

In this episode, the guys quickly chat about what they been up to lately. Later they discuss lessons that fathers should teach daughters about dating.

In this episode the guys chat with Nebraska-born NFL professional, Brandin Bryant, to discuss the adversity he had to overcome and his journey into the NFL. later we discuss his new children’s book and what inspired to write it. Tune in! Purchase So, You want to be an Athlete? Here: https://linktr.ee/brandinsbooks More about Brandin: He is a Nebraska-born NFL professional and mental performance en...

In this episode the guys chat with actress Aba Arthur, who plays Abena, in the upcoming release of The Color Purple in theaters nationwide December 25th. In this episode, Aba talks about her career journey as an actor, the power of believing in yourself, honoring her ancestors, and her recent experience working with Oprah Winfrey. Tune in! More about our Aba: Aba can also tease her upcoming projec...

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve deep into the core values that hold the key to advancing Black families for the next century. Join us as we explore the rich tapestry of heritage, resilience, and unity that has shaped our past and will steer our future. Together, we'll uncover the timeless principles and wisdom that empower us to thrive, overcome challenges, and build a brighter tomorro...

30 to Life is back! After a long hiatus, Muki and Brown return to discuss what they been up to and difficulties of balancing it all. Later in the episode they discuss building the right habits for their kids and leading by example. Tune in! New episodes the first of every month.

In the this episode, the guys chat with Cherie of the Little CPA. She answers all of the frequently asked questions about taxes and how the tax code works. Tune in. More about our guest: Chérie is a Certified Public Accountant with more than 10 years of Public Accounting Experience. She was recently named one of the AICPA’s 40 Under 40 Black CPAs, and she is 1 of 29 young CPAs accepted into the AI...

In this episode, Muki & Brown reflect on the wisdom and lessons taught to them by their dads and how it has impacted them. Tune in!

In this episode, the guys discuss their favorite moments/episodes of the podcast in 2022 and the lessons they learned. Later they discuss how they will redefine their black experience in 2023. Tune in!

The guys are joined by 7 year old author Gabriella Zielinska. She is the author of My Crocodile Snappy. In this episode, Gabriella highlights her inspiration for writing the book and what keeps her motivated. Later we discuss with her parents the values that they are instilling in her, the importance of community support, and the process of writing a book. Tune in! Purchase a copy of My Crocodile...

Cedric Nash, “Your Millionaire Mentor”, is an entrepreneur and investor who educates, inspires and motivates wealth building in the African American Community. He is founder of The Black Wealth Summit annual event. He is author of forthcoming book (select preview arriving October 2022) Why Should White Guys Have All the Wealth? How You Can Become a Millionaire Starting from the Bottom and The Mill...

The guys chat with David Ball. He hosts House Rich: The Real Estate Show on YouTube and all podcast platforms. There he breaks down a mortgage topic weekly and also interviews a subject matter expert in various aspects of real estate. In this episode, we discuss the current housing market, how real estate impacts the wealth gap, and tips when buying a home. Tune in! More about David: David is a Na...

In this inspirational episode, the guys chat with Alexiou Gibson. Alexiou is the CEO and President of The Transformation Factory, and is a motivational speaker. He shares his journey to losing over 300 pounds and what led him to create his million dollar sea moss gel business. Later he breaks down his experience on Shark Tank and what he learned from it. Tune in! More about Alexiou: Alexiou Gibson...

In the this episode the guys celebrate reaching 100 episodes! They discuss the genesis of the podcast and lessons they learned over the last 2 years. Later they discuss what’s next for the podcast and guests they would like on the show. Tune in! Be sure to check out our bonus episode this week as we continue our celebration of 100 episodes on YouTube featuring a very special guest. https://youtube...

In this episode, the guys chat about Brown’s new book Daddy’s Weekends. He breaks down his journey to create the book and what inspired him to write it. Tune in! Get a copy of Daddy’s Weekends on Amazon https://a.co/d/0eXUbKo Daddy's Weekends is a fun educational children's book that tells the story of a child's exciting and educational weekend with her father. Whether it is dancing, meditating, o...

In this barbershop episode of 30 to Life, the guys discuss Lebron James officially becoming a billionaire. We discuss how he has redefined the black athlete and set a model of excellence on and off the court. Later we discuss black billionaires in the Us and what we learned from them. Tune in.

In this episode the guys chat with Marcus Whitney, the founding partner of Jumpstart Health Investors. Marcus breaks down his journey from college dropout, waiter to self-taught, successful entrepreneur. Tune in! More about Marcus: Marcus Whitney is Founding Partner of Jumpstart Health Investors, the most active venture capital firm in America focused on innovative, healthcare companies with a por...

In this episode, the guys open up talking about the new Batman movie and how it compares to the Dark Knight. Later in the episode they discuss lessons that they are teaching their kids and reflect on things they learned growing up. Tune in!

In this episode, the guys chat with Matthew Kincaid, a former social studies teacher, and school administrator is now the founder, CEO, and Chief Consulting officer of the non-profit, Overcoming Racism. Matthew breaks down critical race theory, anti-racism, and the challenges of the current education system. Later, he discusses his journey from teacher to full time entrepreneur. Tune in! More abou...

In this episode, the guys if the government should forgive everyone’s student loans. They also discuss if it should be based on your income. Later, they discuss their journey of paying down their debts and what they would do differently if they could go back in time. Tune in for a great discussion on college and student loans! Follow us on Instagram @30tolifepod

In this episode, the guys discuss their experience at the The Natural Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington D.C. They break down why everyone should go to the museum, how they felt walking through the exhibits and what they learned. Later, they discuss impostor syndrome and how they overcame it throughout their career. Tune in.

The guys chat with serial entrepreneur, Sunni T. Connor. Sunni runs three businesses, including a tax service, naturallysunni.com and Zirah hair products. She's also an author and motivational speaker. In this episode, she discusses her journey from 9-5 to full time business owner and the lessons she learned along the way. She breaks down how she builds relationships and the importance of networki...

In this episode, the guys chat with David McKnight. David is the founder of McKnight Image Lab, where he helps high-achievers leverage their professional image and personal brand in order to get higher salaries and better opportunities. Tune in.  More about our guest: Since beginning his career as a management consultant in the late nineties, David’s non-linear professional journey has taken him f...