WayMaker Fireside Chat

In this episode, we sit down with 17-year-old PhD candidate Dorothy Jean Tillman! Together, we'll discuss her upbringing, her fast-tracked education, her business, her writings and more. ‌

In this episode, we sit down with Kelli Richardson Lawson to discuss mental health! We’ll discuss her motivation for founding The SonRise Project, how we can destigmatize mental health and so much more.

In this episode, we sit down with Michael and Dulcevita Brock to discuss parenting principles, their organization and their advice to current and future parents

In this episode, we sit down with Dermatologist Dr. Michelle Henry to discuss the importance and keys to preserving one of your body’s greatest assets – your skin!

In this episode, we sit down with Dentist Dr. Michael Senegal. Together, we'll discuss Dr. Senegal's journey, the importance of oral hygiene and practical maintenance tips and tricks you can use to keep your teeth healthy and clean.

In this episode, we sit down with Edwin Sorto. Edwin gives Latin-influenced dance lessons at the KIPP Promise Academy in Washington, DC. Today, he'll walk us through his unique style, talk about educating the next generation and so much more.

In this episode, we sit down with Ray Wallace. Ray is a personal trainer based out of New York City. Today, he'll be sharing practical tips viewers can implement day-to-day to improve their health and fitness, and discuss how he got his start in the fitness industry.

In this episode, we sit down with Sanya Richards-Ross! Sanya is a retired track and field athlete with an Olympic gold and world championship under her belt. She'll discuss her pivot from running to commentating, her advice to WayMaker listeners on not being one-dimensional and much more.

In this episode, we sit down with Nikisha Fogo! Nikisha is a Swedish ballerina and the first Black female principal dancer at San Francisco Ballet and a former principal dancer at Vienna State Ballet. Today, she'll discuss her ballet journey, the traits that helped her rise to the top, her advice to WayMaker listeners and so much more.

In this episode, we sit down with Pinky Cole! Pinky Cole is the creator of the popular The Slutty Vegan restaurants, but she didn't find success on her first. Today we discuss how Pinky Cole's failures equipped her what what she needed to find success in The Slutty Vegan, who has been a waymaker to her along the way and her advice for entrepreneurs in their own journeys.

In this episode, we talk with Dr. James Chandler! Dr. is Vice Chair and Professor in Neurological Surgery at the Northwestern Medecine's Feinberg School of Medicine and is also the Founder and Surgical Director of the Lou and Jean Malnati Brain Tumor Institute of the Robert H. Comprehensive Cancer Center. Today, we'll discuss his path to becoming a neurosurgeon, difficult experiences in his past t...

In this episode, we talk with George Bamfo! George was born in Ghana and moved to the United States with his father and sister at a young age. His passion for fitness turned into a way to make a living after an encounter with rapper Ludicrous at a local gym. Now, George has his own fitness app, is a personal trainer, and creates personalized fitness plans for men and women worldwide.

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Modupe Akinola! Dr. Akinola is a respected "stress expert" in the academic world who helps individuals and organizations manage stress physiologically and psychologically. Together, we'll discuss her upbringing, her journey in academia, and everything surrounding stress.

In this episode, we talk with BKlear H2O Founder Muhammad Mahdi. Muhammad has come a long way from his troubled youth – but he did not let his imperfect start limit his future. We'll discuss toxic masculinity, entrepreneurship, his water company BKlear and so much more.

In this episode, we sit down with Edwina Thompson. Edwina Thompson is the principal of Lane Tech College Prep High School, a prestigious Chicago high school that is a proud recipient of a Blue Ribbon from the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program. She'll discuss her decision to return to her alma mater as principal, her vision for the school, how she feels called to give back to the next generation...

In this episode, we sit down with Erin Amico. Erin is the President and CEO of the Chicago Academy of Sciences and its Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Today, she'll be sharing about her unorthodox path, her hopes and dreams for the Chicago Academy of Sciences and her practical career advice for listeners.

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Patrice Harris. Dr. Harris speaks on her inspiration for medicine, how she became the first female Black President of the American Medical Association, her hopes and vision for the organization moving forward and her advice to listeners pertaining to their own journey.

In this episode, we sit down with Sheri Riley. Sheri is an empowerment speaker, high-performance life coach and an author who has a passion for helping people grow both personally and professionally. Today, she'll give listeners practical advice on how they can find and pursue their purpose and grow as individuals.

In this episode, we sit down with Tara Jaye Frank. Tara is a speaker, consultant, equity strategist, and author, who has recently released her newest title, The WayMakers. We'll discuss the content of the book, why waymakers and mentors are so critical to equity in the workplace and so much more.

In this episode, we sit down with Shetellia Riley Irving. Shetellia has made history by becoming the first-ever Black woman to represent an active NBA talent, which happens to be her stepson, NBA superstar Kyrie Irving. In this podcast, she will discuss the challenges associated with representing such a massive star, what she has learned, and impart wisdom regarding how to balance work and family...

In this episode, we sit down with women's basketball pioneer Liz Galloway McQuitter. Liz is a former WBL player, collegiate-level head and assistant coach, and now serves as the President of Legends of the Ball, Inc. In this podcast, we'll discuss Title IX, and how Legends of the Ball inspires future generations to break through barriers, realize their potential, and become leaders for positive ch...

In this episode, we sit down with Jahkil Jackson. Jahkil is a young Chicago-born native who has a passion for helping those in need. This passion prompted him to found Project I Am, an organization dedicated to helping the homeless population. Through the organization's efforts, Jahkil has raised over 275,000 USD for the homeless population and has touched over 70,000 lives worldwide. In this podc...

In this episode, we sit down with Grace Janes. Grace Janes is the Brand Director of Proctor & Gamble. In this podcast, she'll discuss how Proctor & Gamble's Widen the Screen initiative is making an impact, the origin and vision of the Queen Collective, who her personal waymakers are, and so much more.

In this episode, we get to sit down with Christina Norman. Christina is the Head of Content for the National Basketball Player's Association (NBPA). She is an accomplished creative executive who has helped launch, transform and grow numerous brands. Today, she'll discuss her creative career, share the wisdom she's gained along the way, and empower WayMaker listeners.

In this episode, we have the honor of sitting down with Charles D. King. Charles is the CEO and Founder of Macro, a multi-platform media company whose mission is to represent the voices of people of color. Charles will discuss his upbringing, the origins of Macro, and how listeners can get involved.