Money Making Conversations

Rushion interviews Brad Baldridge; over the past ten years, Brad has helped hundreds of families plan and pay for college. He has provided in-depth college plans resulting in increased financial aid, scholarships, identification of the right schools at the right price, and better loans. He is one of the nation's leading college financial experts. He teaches families the best ways to plan, save, an...

Rushion interviews Attorney Ben Crump, also known as Black America's attorney general. A stalwart dedication to justice and service has made Benjamin Crump a nationally recognized civil rights and personal injury attorney. Attorney Crump has helped families who have been wronged to reach historic settlements or verdicts. Crump was awarded a judgment of $411 million for Duane Washington, who was se...

Rushion interviews Dr. Steven Williams who is the leader in body contouring with techniques like minimal pain tummy tucks and fat transfer to enhance patient curves, including hips, buttocks, and breasts. He is the first African American President-Elect of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS); Dr. Williams is known for being a patient advocate and leading diversity in the plastic surger...

Rushion interviews Kym Whitley who is an HBCU graduate, activist, author, comedienne, and, most importantly — a mother. Kym was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and raised in Khartoum, Sudan (Africa). Her success in Hollywood started as a comedy actress, and now she is a successful stand-up comedian. Kym Whitley is an Emmy-nominated actress, Award-winning podcast host, and stand-up comedian. We will discu...

Rushion interviews D. Renee Smith, she is a transformational life coach, Mental health trainer, and Licensed therapist. She's affectionally known as "The Transformation Specialist." She supports professional women by rediscovering who they are after losing themselves in life, love, or loss. They provide proactive Mental health and wellness solutions to corporations and small businesses. Our servic...

Rushion interviews Ais York, he is a hospitality consultant and restaurant guru. Ais York is tackling the mental health crisis, evident in many Atlanta and other communities, using his soul healing festivals, the annual Atlanta R&B Soul Picnic, African Caribbean Festival, and The Arts Atlanta offer one-stop for one-on-one sessions with licensed mental health therapists and a panel of mental he...

Rushion interviews Germaine Bolds-Leftridge, she is the Founder of IKNOW Skincare. Her trailblazing spirit and commitment to excellence continue to inspire, shining as a radiant beacon, with IKNOW Skincare Treatment Solutions standing as a testament to her profound understanding of the beauty of maturing skin. Their goal is to create a community that embraces and supports the movement of #RealAge....

Rushion interviews Michelle Taylor Willis; Michelle is the 2023 recipient of the 100 Black Men of South Metro Atlanta Impact Award. Several times, she has been recognized as one of the "Top 100 Influential Women in Georgia and Atlanta'' by different organizations and "Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Atlanta". Michelle is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Atlanta Business League, and the...

Rushion interviews Sonia Fears, the founder of the Fears Group at Morgan Stanley. Sonia leads the All-Black Wealth Management Team at Morgan Stanley. She recaps many of her recent successful financial stories from listeners based on her recent visit. She is the First Vice President, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Manager, Alternative Investments Director, and Global Sports and Entertainment D...

Greg Bowman and Ryan Richmond are the owners of Popcorn Remix. It is the newest premier gourmet popcorn spot in metro Atlanta, and you can order it online. What started as a boutique popcorn shop has now snowballed into "The Place to Be." In less than 16 months of doing business, Popcorn Remix has secured residencies at; The Mablehouse Amphitheater, The GICC (Georgia International Convention Cente...

Rushion interviews Attorney Jalene Mack.  She is an entertainment attorney, from her base in Houston, she has expanded her reach into the film centers of Las Vegas, NV, Miami, FL, Atlanta, GA, Los Angeles, CA, New York, NY, Chicago, IL, Baltimore, MD, New Orleans, LA and Dubai. Attorney Jalen Mack’s legal skills in Arts & Entertainment include a wide range of matters regarding Film & Telev...

Rushion interviews Thomas Barnes. Thomas is a product of the Atlanta Public Schools; he attended Morehouse College and has a degree in Management from GSU(Ga State) with an emphasis in CIS(Information Systems). He is an example of seeing an opportunity and pursuing it to its fullest. He did not let Covid or stereotyping stop him from pursuing his dreams. Thomas owns Experimax, a complete retail co...

Rushion interviews Bruce Marks, CEO of NACA – America's Best Mortgage Program. The incredible NACA mortgage allows NACA Members to purchase their homes with the following: No down payment No closing costs No fees No requirement for perfect credit And at a below-market interest rate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Bisa trains, mentors, and coaches teachers about increasing their professional earnings using her P-A-I-D Method. Rushion interviews Dr. Bisa. She is a best-selling author, an experienced education authority with four degrees, and a renowned public speaker. Dr. Bisa is a bestselling author of The P-A-I-D Educator: 10 Professional Ways to Supplement Your Teaching Salary. She trains, mentors, an...

Rushion interviews Rushion interviews Attorney Jalene Mack as we discuss the SAG and WAG strikes. She is not only an entertainment attorney but this industry renaissance woman and ARTivist have successfully integrated the demanding roles of wife, mother, TV & Film producer, writer, actress, playwright, and author of The Business of Stage, Screen & In Between, Entertainment Attorney Jalene...

Rushion interviews Tammy Lewis, a registered nurse with more than 30 years of experience in home healthcare.   A multifaceted entrepreneur, she ran a successful home care agency, Ideal Healthcare Services, for nearly ten years, before turning to home care and business consulting. She was first attracted to nursing at age 5, after watching nurses provide compassionate care to her grandmother and gr...

Rushion interviews Sonia Fears of the Fears Group at Morgan Stanley, She is the First Vice President, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Manager, Alternative Investments Director, Global Sports, and Entertainment Director - All Black Wealth Management Team Sonia Fears of The Fears Group at Morgan Stanley; she is one of the leading financial experts in discussing stocks, savings programs, compound...

Rushion interviews Natalie E. Norfus. She co-hosts the "What's the DEIL?" podcast. Natalie has nearly 20 years of experience as a labor and employment attorney. We discuss common issues in the workplace, remote work, and how Conservatives have decried diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts as "woke" in recent years. They argue it helps fuel racial tensions, hurts competitiveness and educat...

Rushion interviews Jackson Dunbar and gives a first-hand account of how he 'Made Money, Lost 90 pounds, and Thrived in Chronic Pain" in the financial and healthcare worlds. Dunbar is committed to creating a new normal, deliberately focused on his physical health and strength. He continues to earn an income while still in Chronic Pain and, without his knowledge, was teaching himself and possibly th...

Rushion talks about Never allow your AGE to block you from pursuing your DREAMS. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start PLANNING your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have an advantage, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your DREAM.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

A new memoir, “NINE DAYS: Living With My Soul Wide Open After Violent Trauma.”   After a life-altering home invasion and bank robbery leave their lives shattered, a single mother and her dog embark on a terrifying 4,200-mile road trip into the Alaskan wilderness to return to her daughter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rushion interviews Alfred A. Edmond Jr. He is widely recognized for his expertise in business and economic trends, entrepreneurship, personal finance, leadership development, and mentorship. He appears regularly as an expert/commentator on national television, radio, streaming, and podcast programs. An award-winning multimedia journalist, Edmond is SVP/Executive Editor-at-Large of BLACK ENTERPRISE...

Rushion interviews Alfred A. Edmond Jr. He is widely recognized for his expertise in business and economic trends, entrepreneurship, personal finance, leadership development, and mentorship. He appears regularly as an expert/commentator on national television, radio, streaming, and podcast programs. An award-winning multimedia journalist, Edmond is SVP/Executive Editor-at-Large of BLACK ENTERPRISE...

Rushion interviews Sahra Halpern.  She is president and chief executive officer of the Business Consortium Fund and Triad Investments.  She has created innovative and responsive lending programs throughout her career in community development finance.  She is responsible for driving BCF toward a more significant impact in our communities by expanding capital reach to business owners of color. Since...

Rushion interviews Sonia Fears of The Fears Group at Morgan Stanley; she is one of the leading financial experts in discussing savings plans, compounded interest portfolios, and lines of credit.    Sonia leads a family practice at Morgan Stanley along with her two daughters. They provide Alternative Investment opportunities, Retirement plans, and Entertainment and Sports financial consultations. S...