The MillionaireByMorning‘s Podcast

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Brooke Dean, Certified Financial Planner and wealth advisor, to explore how women can build, manage, and understand their wealth with confidence and clarity. With over two decades of experience in the financial industry, Brooke specializes in working with high-net-worth women and their families—helping them go beyond j...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Shawniece Hall, author and storyteller, to explore how passion, resilience, and creativity can turn a dream into a lifelong purpose. Hailing from Providence, Rhode Island, Shawniece began writing as a teenager—using storytelling as both an escape and a way to bring her imagination to life. What started as a personal ou...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Ginger King, also known as “The Beauty Shark,” an award-winning cosmetic chemist and beauty industry strategist, to uncover what it really takes to build a successful, scalable beauty brand. With over two decades of experience across formulation labs, global manufacturing, retail, and executive product innovation, Ging...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Nick McGowan, mindset and self-mastery mentor, strategist, and podcast host, to explore how powerful conversations can evolve into movements that create real impact. Nick works with creatives and thought leaders to go beyond surface-level content—helping them refine their message, master their mindset, and build platfo...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Megan Gaul, weight-loss coach and entrepreneur, to break down how to achieve sustainable weight loss—and maintain it long term. After losing 100 pounds in 2018, Megan didn’t just transform her body—she transformed her life and career. By combining her passions for teaching, data analysis, cooking, and meal planning, sh...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Kristin Zhivago, B2B revenue growth architect and founder of Zhivago Partners, to break down how companies can eliminate what’s blocking their growth and make it easier for buyers to say yes. With a career that began in Silicon Valley running a high-tech agency—helping launch technologies still used today—Kristin has s...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Shameer Lorde, Brooklyn-born entrepreneur, Army veteran, audio engineer, and speaker, to break down what it really takes to execute at a high level. As the voice behind Meer Speaks and founder of Shameer Empowers You (SEY), Shameer is known for his direct, no-excuses approach—helping individuals move past hesitation, s...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Les Leopold, executive director of the Labor Institute and author of multiple books, to discuss the shifting landscape of American politics and the growing need for independent political power for working people. With decades of experience analyzing labor, economic policy, and the impact of mass layoffs, Les brings a b...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Dr. KaRon Spriggs-Bethea, licensed clinical social worker, professor, and mental health advocate, to explore the power of self-reflection in improving mental health care and human connection. With a Doctorate in Social Work from Capella University, KaRon’s work focuses on how self-reflective practices can help social w...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Teresa Phillips, speaker, podcaster, and musician, to explore the powerful connection between healing, purpose, and personal growth. Teresa’s journey is rooted in transformation—using her own experiences with pain and healing to guide others toward finding strength, clarity, and meaning in their own lives. Through her...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Sheryl Mays, international best-selling author, award-winning speaker, and creator of the CXDNA Ecosystem™, to explore how leaders can transform customer experience from the inside out. With a background as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and NLP practitioner, Sheryl blends process excellence with human behavior and commun...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Dr. Mary Bell Carlson, financial behavior expert, speaker strategist, and founder of Financial Behavior Keynote Group (FBKG), to explore the psychology behind how we think, feel, and act with money. As a Certified Financial Planner™, Accredited Financial Counselor®, and adjunct professor at the University of Georgia, M...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Michelle Burke, founder of Hot Mess Magic, to uncover the hidden patterns, conditioning, and behaviors that quietly shape our lives—and hold us back. Michelle’s philosophy is simple: everyone is a “hot mess”—some are just better at hiding it. Rather than trying to “fix” people, she helps them see what’s really running...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Bill Flynn, founder of Catalyst Growth Advisors and member of Marshall Goldsmith’s MG100 Coaches, to explore how leaders can scale their companies without becoming the bottleneck. Bill works with CEOs and senior executives of growing organizations, helping them navigate the challenges that come with leadership at scale...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Lindsay Friedman, four-time startup founder, to explore how innovation in healthcare and long-term care can create real impact for families and communities. As the founder of ventures like CareBloom and LTCareNav, Lindsay has built solutions focused on one core mission: helping people navigate complex healthcare system...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Tina Brigley, award-winning coach, TEDx speaker, and master storyteller, to break down how to turn your lived experiences into a powerful, high-demand methodology that sells. Tina specializes in helping entrepreneurs, speakers, and leaders transform their personal stories into compelling messages that move audiences, c...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Clestine I. Herbert—globally known as Clestine, The Purpose Coach—to explore how faith, identity, and courage come together to unlock true purpose. An international speaker, global transformation coach, and Purpose Identity Strategist, Clestine has spent over two decades helping women of faith break free from confusion...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Richard McWhorter, CFP®, CRPC, a seasoned wealth advisor at SRM Private Wealth, to explore a fresh and unconventional approach to wealth management. With over 30 years of experience and a career working with some of the biggest names in finance, Richard has built a reputation for thinking outside the box—blending tradi...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Jaimie Skultety, Founder & CEO of Upscale Your Business, to break down how coaches and consultants can elevate their online presence and consistently attract ideal clients. Since 2009, Jaimie has helped professionals grow impactful, sustainable businesses by creating tailored systems and processes that drive clarit...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Rea Withers, founder of Embers of Gold LLC, to explore how individuals and organizations can remove what’s blocking their path to purpose, efficiency, and growth. With a decade of corporate experience supporting medical device companies and certifications through John Maxwell, DISC, and mediation, Rea brings a powerful...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Mariquita Joy, founder of Small Steps Rehab, to explore how compassion, healthcare expertise, and AI integration are reshaping patient care and workforce efficiency. With over 25 years of experience serving Hispanic injured workers across Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Washington, DC, Mariquita brings a powerful...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Jake April, motivational speaker and disability advocate, to explore how challenging assumptions can unlock deeper connection, confidence, and personal growth. With a master’s degree and a passion for helping others rethink first impressions, Jake focuses on empowering individuals to move beyond both personal and socie...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Tori DaCosta, business leader, coach, bestselling author, and founder of JourneyStone.com, to explore the power of ownership in personal growth and leadership. As a leader within a Fortune 50 company, Tori brings real-world experience to the conversation—helping individuals and teams lead themselves with clarity, confi...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Clara Rose, literary consultant, editor, and publisher, to explore how nonfiction books can become powerful tools for brand growth, lead generation, and long-term impact. With over 30 years of experience helping businesses and professionals launch and scale through content creation, Clara has spent the last decade spec...

In this episode of Millionaire By Morning, host Rashad Thirlkill sits down with Richard Jones, a nurse with over 37 years of experience in corrections and substance abuse, to discuss how families can play a powerful role in long-term addiction recovery. Through decades of working on the front lines, Richard has developed a deep understanding of what truly supports lasting recovery—and where many f...