Black Fridays

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we’re joined by Detroit’s own Delo Brown—comedian, actor, and producer making waves as one of the city’s rising voices in comedy. From studying political science at Michigan State to finding her true calling on stage, Delo’s story is one of risk-taking, resilience, and refusing to wait for permission. After a bold move to Los Angeles that lande...

What Up Doe?! We wrap up our Black Business Month series at The Lip Bar Detroit with Part 3, spotlighting three trailblazing Detroit creatives and strategists: Gail Perry-Mason – Founder of Money Matters for Youth , bestselling author, and financial literacy champion who empowers Detroit youth through summer investment camps and programs that teach economics as community power. Erica Banks – Manag...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we continue our Black Business Month celebration at The Lip Bar Detroit with Part 2 of our special series. Our guest is Jamilah Jackson , Community Manager at The Lip Bar and founder of Jaxon Strategies, a boutique social media agency serving entrepreneurs and creatives. With nearly a decade of experience in media and community engagement, Jami...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we’re joined by Sean Gray, Vice President of Small Business Services at the Detroit Economic Growth Corporation (DEGC). Recorded on location at The Lip Bar Detroit during their Black Business Month celebration, this episode highlights Sean’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and strengthening Detroit’s small business ecosystem. The DEGC is...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we’re joined by the founders of  Belong Lending , Detroit’s first Black-owned mortgage company. Born out of a vision to close the wealth gap and rewrite the narrative around homeownership, Belong Lending is making the path to buying a home more accessible, transparent, and culturally rooted for Detroiters. We dive into how the founders came tog...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, I sat down with Amber M. Lewis, the creative powerhouse behind Social N The City and one of Detroit’s leading voices in digital storytelling and culture. Known for her role as the City of Detroit’s former Director of Digital and Social Media—where she grew engagement by over 400%—Amber has mastered the art of building authentic connections betw...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we’re joined by Matthew Burnett, Founder and CEO of Roundhere.io, the platform designed to connect entrepreneurs with the funding, talent, spaces, and opportunities they need to thrive. A 2X VC-backed founder and serial entrepreneur, Matthew is on a mission to bridge the gap between local founders and the resources that can take their businesse...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we're joined by Brooklynn Jackson—a Detroit-born fashionpreneur and the creative force behind FormFit. From launching her first business in high school to creating a viral athleisure brand during the pandemic, Brooklynn has built a name rooted in confidence, community, and culture. Her passion for fashion and empowering others is driving a...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with George Adams Jr., founder of 360 Detroit Inc. and candidate for Detroit City Council in District 5. Born and raised in the Virginia Park neighborhood, George has spent the last decade turning vision into action—rehabilitating housing, creating jobs, and building parks in the same community that shaped him. Now, he's bringin...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we're joined by Khary Frazier—a Detroit-based creative entrepreneur, storyteller, and founder of Detroit is Different. Known for his visionary work across media, culture, and community engagement, Khary has built platforms that uplift Black creatives, celebrate Detroit's legacy, and shift how we see storytelling as a tool for empowermen...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we're joined by Detroit-born singer-songwriter Charity Ward—a genre-blending artist whose music is rooted in healing, storytelling, and soulful vulnerability. Known for her powerful voice and poetic lyricism, Charity fuses R&B, neo-soul, gospel, and folk influences to create music that resonates deeply with her listeners. Her work cente...

This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we’re joined by Detroit Lions legend turned entrepreneur and philanthropist, Herman Moore. Known for his Hall of Fame-worthy career on the football field, Herman is now making powerful plays off the field through business leadership, strategic consulting, and community investment. From the NFL to founding Team 84 and launching initiatives that empower unders...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we're joined by Brandi McGill, founder of Thee Millennial Management Company and host of Thee Millennial Management Podcast. Known for blending career wisdom with a no-nonsense, relatable voice, Brandi is helping professionals and managers navigate today’s workplace with confidence, clarity, and emotional intelligence. From TikTok virality...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we're joined by Candace Cox-Wimberley, founder of I Am A Genius. A creative visionary, wellness educator, and mental health advocate, Candace is on a mission to help people slow down, reconnect, and reflect through the power of journaling and storytelling. From launching her own guided journal series to creating spaces for community healing...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we're honored to sit down with Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II for a timely and inspiring conversation. As the first Black Lt. Governor in Michigan’s history, Garlin has built a reputation for bold leadership, data-driven solutions, and a deep commitment to equity and innovation. Now, as a declared candidate for Governor in...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we're joined by Saunteel Jenkins, a trailblazing public servant, nonprofit leader, and 2025 candidate for Mayor of Detroit. From serving on Detroit City Council to leading The Heat and Warmth Fund (THAW), Saunteel brings decades of experience in government, social work, and community leadership. In partnership with Citizen Detroit and Polit...

What Up Does?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we're joined by Sydney Noble, founder of The Noble Brand. A Detroit-based entrepreneur with a powerful story, Sydney is building a wellness-driven lifestyle brand that merges luxury fragrance with holistic, culturally-rooted self-care. As a queer, Black woman living with an invisible disability, Sydney's journey speaks to resilience, i...

What Up Doe?! In this powerful solo episode, host Denzell Turner reflects on the origins of the Black Fridays Podcast and why supporting Black-owned businesses is more critical than ever in 2025. From the surge of corporate commitments in 2020 to the current rollback of DEI initiatives, Denzell unpacks what’s changed, what hasn’t, and why economic empowerment, visibility, and ownership in Black co...

What Up Doe?! This week on the Black Fridays Podcast, we sit down with Jenn Onwenu, creator and host of The Ask Jenn Show on The Uprising Network. Known for her unfiltered commentary, deep insights, and commitment to keeping it real, Jenn opens up about how she built a brand rooted in honesty, vulnerability, and fearless expression. From tackling tough conversations to creating space for healing a...

Help Your Kids Get Better Sleep - Ep. 130 w/ Sierra L. Boone (The Nap Time Show) What Up Doe?! In this episode, we sit down with Sierra Boone, creator and executive producer of The Nap Time Show , a preschool series rooted in storytelling, music, and emotional wellness. From her background in social impact storytelling to launching a media platform focused on helping kids embrace rest and mindfuln...

What Up Doe?! In this episode, we got family in the building as we sit down with my older sister Ongeleke Turner, a licensed clinical social worker and founder of NoFlagNoFoul, a mental wellness platform created specifically for athletes. With over 13 years of experience across clinical settings, Ongeleke shares how her deep-rooted love for sports and passion for healing came together to serve a c...

What Up Doe?! In this special episode, we sit down with Detroit City Council President and 2025 mayoral candidate Mary Sheffield. As the youngest person ever elected to Detroit City Council and now its youngest president, Mary shares what fuels her passion for public service and why she’s stepping up to lead the city into a bold new chapter. We're talking: What inspired her to run for Mayor of...

What Up Doe?! In this episode, we sit down with Sebastian Jackson, the visionary entrepreneur behind The Social Club Grooming Company, Shop Talk, and Saint Martin. From redefining the barbershop experience in Detroit to building a grooming brand rooted in science, culture, and care, Sebastian is using every platform he touches to elevate the community and inspire intentional living. We're talk...

What Up Doe?! This week, we sit down with April Anderson, co-owner and pastry chef of Detroit's beloved Good Cakes and Bakes. From a childhood passion for baking to building a nationally recognized brand, April shares the inspiring journey behind her business and the purpose that fuels her work. With features on the Food Network and Oprah's OWN network, and two thriving locations in Detroi...

What Up Doe?! In this episode, we sit down with Camille Nimmons, the powerhouse founder of BYOC (Be Your Own Cheerleader), a Metro Detroit-based run club and fitness movement rooted in empowerment, discipline, and self-love. Camille shares her inspiring journey from setting a marathon goal on a vision board to leading a community of runners and fitness enthusiasts across the city. Her message is c...