Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Chef Jernard Wells. He hosts "New Soul Kitchen" & "New Soul Kitchen Remix" on CLEO TV and leaves an indelible mark on Food Network & Cooking Channel shows. Beyond his culinary achievements, his collaborations with luminaries like Tyler Perry and NBA All-Star Brandon Ingram have been celebrated on prestigious platforms, including "Today Show," "Good Morning America," PEOPLE, and ESSENCE. He's fondly known as "The Family Chef," his creations satisfy appetites and inspire positive family connections. It's Thanksgiving and Christmas time at the dinner table, and we will be talking about his cookbook, Southern Inspired: More Than 100 Delicious Dishes from My American Table to Yours.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Chef Jernard Wells. He hosts "New Soul Kitchen" &amp; "New Soul Kitchen Remix" on CLEO TV and leaves an indelible mark on Food Network &amp; Cooking Channel shows. Beyond his culinary achievements, his collaborations with luminaries like Tyler Perry and NBA All-Star Brandon Ingram have been celebrated on prestigious platforms, including "Today Show," "Good Morning America," PEOPLE, and ESSENCE. He's fondly known as "The Family Chef," his creations satisfy appetites and inspire positive family connections. It's Thanksgiving and Christmas time at the dinner table, and we will be talking about his cookbook, Southern Inspired: More Than 100 Delicious Dishes from My American Table to Yours.

Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!

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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success."  I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
https://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversations
https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/
https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv
https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/

Money Making Conversations Master Class

Start your day with laughs, love, and real talk from Steve Harvey and his hilarious crew Shirley Strawberry, Carla Ferrell, Nephew Tommy, and Junior on the #1 morning radio show in America. Prank calls, life advice, celebrity guests, and nonstop energy. Follow, favorite, and subscribe now so you never miss a moment!

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Steve Harvey brings his unmatched charisma and wisdom to mornings across the country, mixing comedy, culture, and connection like no one else. Whether you need a laugh, a lift, or a little perspective, The Steve Harvey Morning Show delivers it all.
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The host of "New Soul Kitchen" & "New Soul Kitchen Remix" on CLEO TV talks food and business, Chef Jernard Wells.

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.  I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur.  Keep winning!

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Rod Griffin.

Senior Director of Public Education and Advocacy at Experian.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To educate listeners on fraud prevention, identity theft, credit management, and financial literacy. The conversation aims to empower individuals—especially those in underserved communities—to take control of their financial health using tools and resources provided by Experian.

🗝️ Key Takeaways 1. Fraud & Identity Theft Awareness
Identity theft is increasingly sophisticated, often driven by AI.
Quote: “The currency of today isn’t necessarily cash—it’s information.”

2. Experian’s Role
Experian is one of the three major credit bureaus.
Offers tools for fraud detection, identity verification, and credit monitoring.
Quote: “We help protect people from fraud and identity theft… and help them improve their financial lives.”

3. Understanding Credit Scores
Credit scores range from 300 to 850, with categories from “Poor” to “Excellent.”
Key factors: payment history, credit utilization, length of credit history, types of credit, and recent activity.
Quote: “Banks like people who are boring. Just pay the bills on time and keep balances low.”

4. Free Resources
Free credit reports available weekly via AnnualCreditReport.com.
Experian offers free monitoring, alerts, and FICO scores.
Quote: “There’s no real reason to pay for a credit report today.”

5. Establishing & Rebuilding Credit
Tools like Experian Go and Experian Boost help users build or rebuild credit using non-traditional data (e.g., rent, utilities, streaming services).
Quote: “You can go from no credit history to having a report and score in the 630 range—in minutes.”

6. Financial Savviness
Being financially savvy means controlling your money, not letting it control you.
Use credit cards strategically for rewards and pay balances in full.
Budgeting and goal-setting are essential.
Quote: “Start from a goal perspective… What do you want to do in life?”

7. Insurance Savings
Experian’s auto insurance marketplace helps users compare and save.
Average savings: ~$800/year.
Quote: “We’ll monitor for you… and tell you if we find a better rate.”

8. Practical Tips
Audit monthly bills for hidden charges.
Use loyalty programs and coupons to save on groceries and gas.
Quote: “I shop so much I get free food… $6, $8, $9 savings add up.”

🧠 Final Message

Rod Griffin emphasizes that financial literacy is about empowerment. By understanding your credit, using available tools, and setting clear goals, you can take control of your financial future.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Rod Griffin.
Senior Director of Public Education and Advocacy at Experian.
<hr>
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
To educate listeners on fraud prevention, identity theft, credit management, and financial literacy. The conversation aims to empower individuals&mdash;especially those in underserved communities&mdash;to take control of their financial health using tools and resources provided by Experian.
<hr>
🗝️ Key Takeaways 1. Fraud &amp; Identity Theft Awareness
<ul>
<li>Identity theft is increasingly sophisticated, often driven by AI.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;The currency of today isn&rsquo;t necessarily cash&mdash;it&rsquo;s information.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
2. Experian&rsquo;s Role
<ul>
<li>Experian is one of the three major credit bureaus.</li>
<li>Offers tools for fraud detection, identity verification, and credit monitoring.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;We help protect people from fraud and identity theft&hellip; and help them improve their financial lives.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
3. Understanding Credit Scores
<ul>
<li>Credit scores range from 300 to 850, with categories from &ldquo;Poor&rdquo; to &ldquo;Excellent.&rdquo;</li>
<li>Key factors: payment history, credit utilization, length of credit history, types of credit, and recent activity.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Banks like people who are boring. Just pay the bills on time and keep balances low.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
4. Free Resources
<ul>
<li>Free credit reports available weekly via AnnualCreditReport.com.</li>
<li>Experian offers free monitoring, alerts, and FICO scores.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;There&rsquo;s no real reason to pay for a credit report today.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
5. Establishing &amp; Rebuilding Credit
<ul>
<li>Tools like Experian Go and Experian Boost help users build or rebuild credit using non-traditional data (e.g., rent, utilities, streaming services).</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;You can go from no credit history to having a report and score in the 630 range&mdash;in minutes.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
6. Financial Savviness
<ul>
<li>Being financially savvy means controlling your money, not letting it control you.</li>
<li>Use credit cards strategically for rewards and pay balances in full.</li>
<li>Budgeting and goal-setting are essential.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Start from a goal perspective&hellip; What do you want to do in life?&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
7. Insurance Savings
<ul>
<li>Experian&rsquo;s auto insurance marketplace helps users compare and save.</li>
<li>Average savings: ~$800/year.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;We&rsquo;ll monitor for you&hellip; and tell you if we find a better rate.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
8. Practical Tips
<ul>
<li>Audit monthly bills for hidden charges.</li>
<li>Use loyalty programs and coupons to save on groceries and gas.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;I shop so much I get free food&hellip; $6, $8, $9 savings add up.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🧠 Final Message
Rod Griffin emphasizes that financial literacy is about empowerment. By understanding your credit, using available tools, and setting clear goals, you can take control of your financial future.
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Financial Tips: He educates listeners on fraud prevention, identity theft, credit management, and financial literacy.

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.  I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur.  Keep winning!

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Marcus Sonnier.

Founder of Snowie Atlanta:

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To showcase Marcus Sonnier’s journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, highlight the inspiration behind Snowie Atlanta, and share insights on financial literacy, legacy-building, and faith-driven decision-making.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. From Corporate VP to Entrepreneur
Marcus left a successful career as VP of PR supervision at a financial services firm to start Snowie Atlanta.
He worked both jobs for five years before fully transitioning.
His leap was guided by faith and a desire for self-reliance.

“I looked at my wife and said, ‘Hey, I'm getting one more bonus check. And then I'm jumping off the plane.’”

2. The Product: Shaved Ice with a Twist
Snowie Atlanta offers customizable shaved ice with self-serve flavor stations.
Inspired by childhood experiences in Louisiana with snowball stands.

“We give away the shaved ice, but we sell you the smiles.”

3. Family Legacy & Financial Literacy
Marcus started the business to teach his sons about money—earning, saving, investing, and giving.
His sons were involved from the beginning, learning entrepreneurship firsthand.

“I said, guys, look, we're going to be entrepreneurs in this business. We're going to do it together.”

4. Faith as a Driving Force
Marcus credits divine guidance for his journey and connections.
He views his business as a calling and a platform for community impact.

“I could feel God in my spirit saying, ‘Oh, you trust me, you really do.’”

5. Community Impact & Expansion
The goal is to become a staple attraction and enhance the fan experience.

“I want all kids to want to go to a Braves game… to get a Snowie and have an experience.”

6. Giving Back
Snowie Atlanta participates in fundraising for schools, churches, and nonprofits.
Marcus finds joy in writing checks back to organizations that serve the community.

💬 Notable Quotes
“You may not get everything you work for, but you will work for everything you get.”
“We serve memories.”
“I’m just trying to be obedient and do what I think God wants me to do in this business.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Marcus Sonnier.
Founder of Snowie Atlanta:
<hr>
🎯&nbsp;Purpose of the Interview
To showcase Marcus Sonnier&rsquo;s journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, highlight the inspiration behind Snowie Atlanta, and share insights on financial literacy, legacy-building, and faith-driven decision-making.
<hr>
🔑 Key Takeaways 1. From Corporate VP to Entrepreneur
<ul>
<li>Marcus left a successful career as VP of PR supervision at a financial services firm to start Snowie Atlanta.</li>
<li>He worked both jobs for five years before fully transitioning.</li>
<li>His leap was guided by faith and a desire for self-reliance.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I looked at my wife and said, &lsquo;Hey, I'm getting one more bonus check. And then I'm jumping off the plane.&rsquo;&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
2. The Product: Shaved Ice with a Twist
<ul>
<li>Snowie Atlanta offers customizable shaved ice with self-serve flavor stations.</li>
<li>Inspired by childhood experiences in Louisiana with snowball stands.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;We give away the shaved ice, but we sell you the smiles.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
3. Family Legacy &amp; Financial Literacy
<ul>
<li>Marcus started the business to teach his sons about money&mdash;earning, saving, investing, and giving.</li>
<li>His sons were involved from the beginning, learning entrepreneurship firsthand.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I said, guys, look, we're going to be entrepreneurs in this business. We're going to do it together.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
4. Faith as a Driving Force
<ul>
<li>Marcus credits divine guidance for his journey and connections.</li>
<li>He views his business as a calling and a platform for community impact.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I could feel God in my spirit saying, &lsquo;Oh, you trust me, you really do.&rsquo;&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
5. Community Impact &amp; Expansion
<ul>
<li>The goal is to become a staple attraction and enhance the fan experience.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;I want all kids to want to go to a Braves game&hellip; to get a Snowie and have an experience.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
6. Giving Back
<ul>
<li>Snowie Atlanta participates in fundraising for schools, churches, and nonprofits.</li>
<li>Marcus finds joy in writing checks back to organizations that serve the community.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Notable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;You may not get everything you work for, but you will work for everything you get.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;We serve memories.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;I&rsquo;m just trying to be obedient and do what I think God wants me to do in this business.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Family Business: He started the successful business to teach his sons about money—earning, saving, investing, and giving.

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.  I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur.  Keep winning!

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kelsey Nicole Nelson—award‑winning sports media personality, and entrepreneur.  She joins Rushion McDonald to discuss her journey in sports journalism, entrepreneurship, branding, and building a successful multi‑hyphenate career. She details how she built her media presence from the DMV area, launched her branding and digital communications company, navigated a male‑dominated industry, and leveraged authenticity, work ethic, and strategic networking to grow both her journalism and business ventures.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview was designed to:
Highlight how Kelsey built a career in sports journalism, on‑air talent, content creation, and entrepreneurship.
Explore the creation and mission of her digital branding and communications company, KryptiaNN.
Provide guidance for aspiring journalists and entrepreneurs navigating today’s evolving media landscape.
Discuss the importance of authenticity, networking, representation, and strategic risk‑taking in developing a long‑term career.

🔑 Key Takeaways1. Building a Media Career Starts with Identity, Roots & Confidence
Her upbringing in the DMV and her HBCU‑rich family culture shaped her early exposure to sports.
She emphasized being confident in spaces where representation is limited and carrying the responsibility of opening doors for others.

2. Entrepreneurship Grew Out of Demand for Her Skills
KryptiaNN was born when people repeatedly sought her help for branding, social media, and communications—and her tax professional advised formalizing it as an LLC.
The name “KryptiaNN” is a tribute to Black history, Egyptian culture, and her own branding identity.

3. Career Growth Comes from Work Ethic + Relationships + Visibility
She built her national profile after a podcast interview with LaVar Ball went viral, leading to coverage on major platforms.
Networking, showing up at events, and being active in the sports community helped her become a Heisman Trophy voter.

4. Journalism Today Requires Branding, Storytelling & Ethical Grounding
She teaches sports media at George Washington University and stresses ethics, objectivity, and authenticity.
She explained that today’s journalists must also be content creators, with employers evaluating social media presence as part of hiring.

5. Entrepreneurship Requires Client Base, Visual Branding & Courage
She advised new entrepreneurs to secure initial clients before launching.
Strong online visuals and consistent content creation are essential for credibility.

6. Relationship‑Building Matters in Athlete and Nonprofit Work
Working with athletes requires trust, knowledge of sport, and navigating personal brands.
A decade of nonprofit communications experience helped her develop the communications and relationship‑management skills that fuel her company today.

🗣️ Notable Quotes from the InterviewOn Career Confidence & Identity
“There’s never been a room I haven’t walked in with confidence… I own being a Black woman and love it.”

On Journalism
“There are two things no one can teach you—work ethic and passion.”
“Ethics means being unbiased, being objective… leaving your biases at the door.”

On Entrepreneurship
“Fear is always real… but the field called me into entrepreneurship.”
“You need to have some clientele—you don’t want to start entrepreneurship with your bank account negative.”.

On Branding & Social Media
“Brand yourself. Don’t think people are just going to come to you.”
“Have at least one piece of content posted every day.”

On Athletes & Image
“The first thing people do is look you up—your track record matters.”
“Some things you have to soak in silence and take the higher road.” (Discussing athlete PR mistakes).

On Her Purpose
“I’m driven by one word—legacy.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on <a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-money-making-conversation-28341098/" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">iHeartRadio</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/money-making-conversations-master-class/id1264705641" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">Apple Podcasts</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3ABAQdTXqAnhGwxrsjFa5y" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2">Spotify</a>, <a href="http://www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/">www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/</a> or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.&nbsp; I want to alert you, so you don&rsquo;t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur.&nbsp; Keep winning!
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kelsey Nicole Nelson&mdash;award‑winning sports media personality, and entrepreneur.&nbsp; She joins Rushion McDonald to discuss her journey in sports journalism, entrepreneurship, branding, and building a successful multi‑hyphenate career. She details how she built her media presence from the DMV area, launched her branding and digital communications company, navigated a male‑dominated industry, and leveraged authenticity, work ethic, and strategic networking to grow both her journalism and business ventures.
<hr>
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
The interview was designed to:
<ul>
<li>Highlight how Kelsey built a career in sports journalism, on‑air talent, content creation, and entrepreneurship.</li>
<li>Explore the creation and mission of her digital branding and communications company, KryptiaNN.</li>
<li>Provide guidance for aspiring journalists and entrepreneurs navigating today&rsquo;s evolving media landscape.</li>
<li>Discuss the importance of authenticity, networking, representation, and strategic risk‑taking in developing a long‑term career.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Building a Media Career Starts with Identity, Roots &amp; Confidence
<ul>
<li>Her upbringing in the DMV and her HBCU‑rich family culture shaped her early exposure to sports.</li>
<li>She emphasized being confident in spaces where representation is limited and carrying the responsibility of opening doors for others.</li>
</ul>
2. Entrepreneurship Grew Out of Demand for Her Skills
<ul>
<li>KryptiaNN was born when people repeatedly sought her help for branding, social media, and communications&mdash;and her tax professional advised formalizing it as an LLC.</li>
<li>The name &ldquo;KryptiaNN&rdquo; is a tribute to Black history, Egyptian culture, and her own branding identity.</li>
</ul>
3. Career Growth Comes from Work Ethic + Relationships + Visibility
<ul>
<li>She built her national profile after a podcast interview with LaVar Ball went viral, leading to coverage on major platforms.</li>
<li>Networking, showing up at events, and being active in the sports community helped her become a Heisman Trophy voter.</li>
</ul>
4. Journalism Today Requires Branding, Storytelling &amp; Ethical Grounding
<ul>
<li>She teaches sports media at George Washington University and stresses ethics, objectivity, and authenticity.</li>
<li>She explained that today&rsquo;s journalists must also be content creators, with employers evaluating social media presence as part of hiring.</li>
</ul>
5. Entrepreneurship Requires Client Base, Visual Branding &amp; Courage
<ul>
<li>She advised new entrepreneurs to secure initial clients before launching.</li>
<li>Strong online visuals and consistent content creation are essential for credibility.</li>
</ul>
6. Relationship‑Building Matters in Athlete and Nonprofit Work
<ul>
<li>Working with athletes requires trust, knowledge of sport, and navigating personal brands.</li>
<li>A decade of nonprofit communications experience helped her develop the communications and relationship‑management skills that fuel her company today.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🗣️ Notable Quotes from the Interview On Career Confidence &amp; Identity
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;There&rsquo;s never been a room I haven&rsquo;t walked in with confidence&hellip; I own being a Black woman and love it.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
On Journalism
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;There are two things no one can teach you&mdash;work ethic and passion.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Ethics means being unbiased, being objective&hellip; leaving your biases at the door.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
On Entrepreneurship
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;Fear is always real&hellip; but the field called me into entrepreneurship.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;You need to have some clientele&mdash;you don&rsquo;t want to start entrepreneurship with your bank account negative.&rdquo;.</li>
</ul>
On Branding &amp; Social Media
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;Brand yourself. Don&rsquo;t think people are just going to come to you.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Have at least one piece of content posted every day.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
On Athletes &amp; Image
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;The first thing people do is look you up&mdash;your track record matters.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Some things you have to soak in silence and take the higher road.&rdquo; (Discussing athlete PR mistakes).</li>
</ul>
On Her Purpose
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;I&rsquo;m driven by one word&mdash;legacy.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Career Advice: She teaches sports media at George Washington University and stresses ethics, objectivity, and authenticity.)

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The host of "New Soul Kitchen" & "New Soul Kitchen Remix" on CLEO TV talks food and business, Chef Jernard Wells.

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