Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Chef Marcus Samuelsson.

Interviewed centered around his book:

📘 The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food

Here are the key highlights:

🍽️ About the Book
Purpose: To celebrate and document the legacy, creativity, and cultural impact of Black chefs in America.
Structure: Divided into five chapters — Next, Remix, Migration, Legacy, Origin — each exploring different aspects of Black culinary history and innovation.
Unique Feature: Includes profiles of 40 Black chefs and food storytellers, plus a directory of 200+ Black chefs and food writers with their Instagram handles — a first-of-its-kind resource.

🌍 Cultural and Historical Themes
Black Culinary Legacy: From enslaved cooks to modern food innovators, the book traces the deep roots and wide influence of Black food culture.
Diaspora Influence: African, Caribbean, and Southern U.S. flavors are explored, including dishes like plantains, oxtail pepper pot, and couscous with roasted figs.
Food as Activism: Highlights figures like Georgia Gilmore and chefs who supported civil rights movements through food.

🍴 Mouthwatering Recipes Mentioned
Coconut Fried Chicken
Oxtail Pepper Pot with Dumplings
Couscous with Roasted Figs
Sweet Wild Berry Jam
Hot Water Cornbread (Hoecakes)
Gumbo à la Leah Chase (without a roux!)
Shrimp & Grits with Piri Piri Sauce

💬 Conversation Highlights
Rushion shares personal stories tied to food, family, and culture — from wild berry picking in Texas to his wife’s Belizean roots.
Marcus emphasizes the importance of authorship and ownership in Black culinary contributions.
They discuss the need for healthier eating, environmental awareness, and economic empowerment through food.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed&nbsp;Chef&nbsp;Marcus Samuelsson.
Interviewed centered around his book:
📘 The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food
Here are the key highlights:
<hr>
🍽️ About the Book
<ul>
<li>Purpose: To celebrate and document the legacy, creativity, and cultural impact of Black chefs in America.</li>
<li>Structure: Divided into five chapters &mdash; Next, Remix, Migration, Legacy, Origin &mdash; each exploring different aspects of Black culinary history and innovation.</li>
<li>Unique Feature: Includes profiles of 40 Black chefs and food storytellers, plus a directory of 200+ Black chefs and food writers with their Instagram handles &mdash; a first-of-its-kind resource.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🌍 Cultural and Historical Themes
<ul>
<li>Black Culinary Legacy: From enslaved cooks to modern food innovators, the book traces the deep roots and wide influence of Black food culture.</li>
<li>Diaspora Influence: African, Caribbean, and Southern U.S. flavors are explored, including dishes like plantains, oxtail pepper pot, and couscous with roasted figs.</li>
<li>Food as Activism: Highlights figures like Georgia Gilmore and chefs who supported civil rights movements through food.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🍴 Mouthwatering Recipes Mentioned
<ul>
<li>Coconut Fried Chicken</li>
<li>Oxtail Pepper Pot with Dumplings</li>
<li>Couscous with Roasted Figs</li>
<li>Sweet Wild Berry Jam</li>
<li>Hot Water Cornbread (Hoecakes)</li>
<li>Gumbo &agrave; la Leah Chase (without a roux!)</li>
<li>Shrimp &amp; Grits with Piri Piri Sauce</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Conversation Highlights
<ul>
<li>Rushion shares personal stories tied to food, family, and culture &mdash; from wild berry picking in Texas to his wife&rsquo;s Belizean roots.</li>
<li>Marcus emphasizes the importance of authorship and ownership in Black culinary contributions.</li>
<li>They discuss the need for healthier eating, environmental awareness, and economic empowerment through food.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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
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Foodie Uplift: He discusses healthier eating, environmental awareness, and economic empowerment through food.

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