Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture

Send us Fan Mail On Planet Wekeza, Sabrina Lamb welcomes Konko Ba (Wolof, Senegal) and Nafessah Wazir (Harari, Ethiopia) for a culture-first conversation on how language shapes money—how we name saving and risk, why family support spans the U.S. and back home, and what “safe” assets really mean across the diaspora. From sou-sou/tontines to remittances, we unpack the traditions that build security—...

Send us Fan Mail Guest: Walter Stith — former NFL player. Now Morgan Stanley financial advisor Theme: locker-room discipline → real-world wealth playbook Myth-busting: clear the beliefs that block smart decisions Windfall checklist: bonus/inheritance/NIL — first 3 moves Advisor vetting: quick green/red-flag test Playbook: budgeting • debt • long-term investing (discipline • recovery • teamwork) Pe...

Send us Fan Mail Let’s Talk About Your Money—Join Us for a Community Conversation! Over the past few weeks, I have listened closely to the major concerns about navigating today’s unpredictable economy. Many have asked:  ❓ How can I protect my family or business from financial uncertainty?  📈 Where are the best opportunities to invest right now?  🔒 What steps should I take to secure my future? A...

Send us Fan Mail Planet Wekeza sits down with Devon Fanfair, Managing Director of Techstars Tulsa, to unpack the program's unique 'vision to venture to scale' blueprint.  Devon shares his expertise on navigating the startup journey, investing in high-potential ventures, and building a thriving tech ecosystem.  Get ready for valuable insights into the future of tech innovation and gr...

Send us Fan Mail  The Freedman's Bank, established in 1865, aimed to empower newly freed slaves through financial literacy and economic opportunity. However, mismanagement and exploitation led to its devastating collapse in 1874, robbing many of their hard-earned savings. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Professor Justene Hill Edwards, author of 'The Rise and Betrayal of the Freedman&a...

Send us Fan Mail Why do some 3.5 million Black American families have zero or negative wealth? 💰 Jack "Calvin" Schermerhorn , Arizona State Professor of History and author of The Plunder of Black America will join Planet Wekeza to share his insights from "The Plunder of Black America: How The Racial Wealth Gap Was Made" ! 📚✨ Schermerhorn traces 400 years of Black dispossessi...

Send us Fan Mail  Join us for an eye-opening chat with Jon Laster, who's doing something pretty incredible - bringing his comedy chops to the tech world. You'll hear how this Comedy Cellar host went from cracking jokes on stage to creating BLAPP, an app that's changing the game for Black-owned businesses. Jon opens up about building a tech company from scratch, and shares what drove...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of Planet Wekeza , we explore how to take charge of your finances post-election. From boosting savings to navigating policy changes, we’ll share practical tips to keep your financial goals on track—no matter who’s in office. Tune in for clarity, confidence, and inspiration!  Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of Planet Wekeza , Sabrina Lamb breaks down timeless lessons from Benjamin Graham’s The Intelligent Investor . Learn how to identify your investing style, avoid common pitfalls, embrace patience, and protect your money with a margin of safety. Practical tips to help you invest smarter and build long-term wealth!  Join our global online financial empowerment commun...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode Overview: The Power of Licensed Financial Professionals 💼 In this episode of Planet Wekeza , host Sabrina Lamb dives deep into the importance of working with licensed financial professionals. Discover: 🛡️ The difference between fiduciary and non-fiduciary advisors. 💼 The pros and cons of fee-only vs. commission-based financial professionals. 🚫 The risks of following...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of the "Planet Wekeza" podcast, Sabrina Lamb, Founder and CEO of Wekeza, dives into the essential strategies for building generational wealth for families from the African Diaspora.  Discover how long-term investing, financial education, and wealth preservation can empower your family's financial future. We explore the stark wealth disparities in th...

Send us Fan Mail Navigating Your Money Across All Of Your Relationships." Attorney Angela Barker shares her expert legal insights on managing your finances in any relationship stage—single, engaged, married, or in a common-law partnership. Learn how to navigate the complexities of money and the law! Disclaimer: Always seek the professional counsel of licensed attorneys in your state to ensure...

Send us Fan Mail No matter your age...financial security means having options, access, and safeguards for life's unexpected moments. Join expert financial planner Reginald Canal as he shares essential protections and how to think strategically about securing your present and your future; throughout each phase of your life. A special financial message for the Haitian community. Join our global...

Send us Fan Mail Today, I am joined by Sonia Alleyne, a master of communications, business, and career strategy. She is the author of the groundbreaking "I Kick Ass at Work!" and co-founder of Storytellers Magic, Sonia empowers professionals and organizations to create opportunities and craft compelling narratives.  Sonia was the Press Secretary and Director of Public Information for the...

Send us Fan Mail During my interview with "Prince of Darkness: The Untold Story of Jeremiah G. Hamilton, Wall Street’s First Black Millionaire,"  with its author, Professor Shane White, we shed light on Haitian immigrant Jeremiah G. Hamilton, a figure whose life story is as instructive as it is fascinating. Audio:  https://rb.gy/4y7m00 Listen and share! #JeremiahGHamilton #Innovation #Et...

Send us Fan Mail There are so many discussions regarding money subjects such as budgeting, insurance, homeownership, etc, but I believe that before we utilize those financial services, we first need to unpack our knowledge. When it comes to money matters, are you a lioness who leads the tribe, a dolphin who ducks and dives, or an ostrich who buries its head in the sand?  What is your money persona...

Send us Fan Mail Today’s guest expert is Dr. Joycelyn Morris!  She holds a Bachelor of Science and an MBA from Florida A&M University and a Ph. D. in Curriculum & Instruction from Florida International University. Through her research, Joycelyn seeks to shed light on the systemic barriers that perpetuate wealth disparities and drive meaningful change.  Joycelyn is the Principal Consultant...

Send us Fan Mail  Diona Richards is a business advisor with more than 15 years of successfully navigating the complexities of the financial industry and launching innovative partnerships with public, private, and nonprofit sectors. She is an expert in corporate and business banking verticals and has worked with the top financial institutions and nonprofits worldwide.    In 2020, Diona launched See...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered about the ideal strategies to optimize your investments and ensure a secure financial future - from where you are in life - right now? You're in luck! Join us in our next informative Wekeza podcast titled, “What is Your Investing Strategy?” with credentialed financial coach and strategist Dr. Dominque Reese AFC®, FFC®. Dr. Reese will unravel the mysteri...

Send us Fan Mail The Planet Wekeza podcast introduces you to leading financial experts. And today is no different. Interviewed by Neidelyn Pina, the Co-Chair of WorldofMoney’s Leadership Council, our expert is Brooklyn’s own Yanely Espinal, the founder of the widely popular YouTube channel MissBHelpful.  ​After completing Teach For America, Yanely paired her love for teaching with her passion for...

Send us Fan Mail Eugene Mitchell is president and CEO of E. Mitchell Enterprises, LLC, a financial consulting and services firm. He is also the author of the book: Closing the Racial Wealth Gap—7 Untold Rules for Black Prosperity and Legacy! Website: https://eugenemitchell.com/ Prior to starting his own company, Eugene spent nearly two decades as a Corporate Vice President and African-American Mar...

Send us Fan Mail MARC LICHTENFELD shares his investing insights in this often ignored area of investing. He is the Oxford Club’s Chief Income Strategist, Founder, and Senior Editor of The Oxford Income Letter. He has appeared on CNBC, Fox Business, and Bloomberg Radio. His work has been featured on WSJ.com, Forbes, U.S. News, and World Report. His bestselling book Get Rich with Dividends is in its...

Send us Fan Mail 70% of African-Americans do not have a will or trust. LILLIE N. NKENCHOR, ESQ., LL.M. shares her expertise on the generational impact of estate planning and what you should consider doing now. Lillie partners with individuals, families, and business owners to meet their estate and business planning goals. She helps clients address their vision and devise appropriate, tax-efficient...