In 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class.

In the fifth episode of the Keep Winning Information series. Entrepreneur Jackson Dunbar. Dunbar shares his journey of overcoming chronic pain, financial struggles, and systemic challenges while building a successful life.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights


Overcoming Chronic Pain
Dunbar discusses his experience as a chronic pain patient following a car accident in 2015.
He explains how he shifted his mindset from focusing on what he lost to what he could still achieve.


Mental Health & Therapy
He shares how therapy helped him navigate the emotional toll of chronic pain.
He emphasizes the importance of mental health support, particularly for Black men, and the stigma surrounding therapy.


Financial Recovery & Investing
Dunbar details how he rebuilt his financial stability through strategic investing.
He explains how he leveraged his analytical skills to succeed in stock market investments.


Systemic Challenges in Healthcare
He discusses racial biases in pain management and the difficulties Black patients face in receiving proper treatment.
He highlights the disparities in opioid prescription practices and the stereotypes affecting Black patients.


Lessons in Resilience & Purpose
Dunbar shares how he transformed personal hardships into motivation to educate and inspire others.
He encourages listeners to focus on what they can control and maximize their opportunities.

📘 About His Book
Dunbar’s book, Race Matters in Pain Medicine: How I Made Money, Lost 90 Pounds, and Thrived in Chronic Pain, provides a firsthand account of his journey through financial and health challenges, offering insights on resilience and success.



#STRAW

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In 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class.
In the fifth episode of the Keep Winning Information series. Entrepreneur Jackson Dunbar. Dunbar shares his journey of overcoming chronic pain, financial struggles, and systemic challenges while building a successful life.
🔑 Key Themes &amp; Highlights
<ol>
<li>
Overcoming Chronic Pain
<ul>
<li>Dunbar discusses his experience as a chronic pain patient following a car accident in 2015.</li>
<li>He explains how he shifted his mindset from focusing on what he lost to what he could still achieve.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Mental Health &amp; Therapy
<ul>
<li>He shares how therapy helped him navigate the emotional toll of chronic pain.</li>
<li>He emphasizes the importance of mental health support, particularly for Black men, and the stigma surrounding therapy.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Financial Recovery &amp; Investing
<ul>
<li>Dunbar details how he rebuilt his financial stability through strategic investing.</li>
<li>He explains how he leveraged his analytical skills to succeed in stock market investments.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Systemic Challenges in Healthcare
<ul>
<li>He discusses racial biases in pain management and the difficulties Black patients face in receiving proper treatment.</li>
<li>He highlights the disparities in opioid prescription practices and the stereotypes affecting Black patients.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>
Lessons in Resilience &amp; Purpose
<ul>
<li>Dunbar shares how he transformed personal hardships into motivation to educate and inspire others.</li>
<li>He encourages listeners to focus on what they can control and maximize their opportunities.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ol>
📘 About His Book Dunbar&rsquo;s book, Race Matters in Pain Medicine: How I Made Money, Lost 90 Pounds, and Thrived in Chronic Pain, provides a firsthand account of his journey through financial and health challenges, offering insights on resilience and success.

#STRAW
#BEST
#SHMS

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

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Keep Winning Info #5 - First-hand tips about overcoming depression

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

A celebrity skincare expert:

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview aims to:
Educate listeners on proper skincare routines.
Debunk common skincare myths.
Highlight the importance of tailored skincare products.
Showcase Tracy Hudson’s expertise and influence in the skincare industry.

🧴 Key Takeaways 1. Skincare Myths Debunked
Myth: Warm water opens pores and cold water closes them.

Truth: Pores are not muscles and do not open or close. Warm water is good for cleansing, but cold rinses are optional and not pore-closing.
Quote: “Pores are not muscles. They don’t open and close.”

2. Tailored Skincare Is Essential
Over-the-counter products are often ineffective due to lack of regulation and personalization.
Medical-grade products are more effective and not necessarily more expensive.

Quote: “FDA does not regulate over-the-counter skincare products.”

3. Facials Have Real Benefits
Facials improve blood circulation, reduce stress, and have anti-aging effects.
Results vary based on the type of facial and consistency of care.

Quote: “Facials are not just feel-good treatments—they’re anti-aging and deeply cleansing.”

4. Skincare for All Skin Types
Tracy works with clients with facial hair and customizes treatments accordingly.

Quote: “Come in with your face the way you normally wear it.”

5. Natural Products: Use with Caution
Aloe vera and sea moss can be beneficial but may not deliver strong results for issues like hyperpigmentation.

Quote: “Natural products are great, but they often fall short in delivering tangible changes.”

6. Holistic Wellness Approach
Tracy emphasizes self-care, fitness, and nutrition as part of skincare and overall wellness.

Quote: “When you look good, you do good, you feel good.”

🌟 Notable Moments
Rushion McDonald humorously realizes he’s been misinformed about skincare for decades.
The interview ends with Rushion committing to better skincare and embracing terms like “exfoliation.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tracy Hudson.
A celebrity skincare expert:
<hr>
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
The interview aims to:
<ul>
<li>Educate listeners on proper skincare routines.</li>
<li>Debunk common skincare myths.</li>
<li>Highlight the importance of tailored skincare products.</li>
<li>Showcase Tracy Hudson&rsquo;s expertise and influence in the skincare industry.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🧴 Key Takeaways 1. Skincare Myths Debunked
<ul>
<li>Myth: Warm water opens pores and cold water closes them.
<ul>
<li>Truth: Pores are not muscles and do not open or close. Warm water is good for cleansing, but cold rinses are optional and not pore-closing.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Pores are not muscles. They don&rsquo;t open and close.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
2. Tailored Skincare Is Essential
<ul>
<li>Over-the-counter products are often ineffective due to lack of regulation and personalization.</li>
<li>Medical-grade products are more effective and not necessarily more expensive.
<ul>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;FDA does not regulate over-the-counter skincare products.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
3. Facials Have Real Benefits
<ul>
<li>Facials improve blood circulation, reduce stress, and have anti-aging effects.</li>
<li>Results vary based on the type of facial and consistency of care.
<ul>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Facials are not just feel-good treatments&mdash;they&rsquo;re anti-aging and deeply cleansing.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
4. Skincare for All Skin Types
<ul>
<li>Tracy works with clients with facial hair and customizes treatments accordingly.
<ul>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Come in with your face the way you normally wear it.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
5. Natural Products: Use with Caution
<ul>
<li>Aloe vera and sea moss can be beneficial but may not deliver strong results for issues like hyperpigmentation.
<ul>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Natural products are great, but they often fall short in delivering tangible changes.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
6. Holistic Wellness Approach
<ul>
<li>Tracy emphasizes self-care, fitness, and nutrition as part of skincare and overall wellness.
<ul>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;When you look good, you do good, you feel good.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🌟 Notable Moments
<ul>
<li>Rushion McDonald humorously realizes he&rsquo;s been misinformed about skincare for decades.</li>
<li>The interview ends with Rushion committing to better skincare and embracing terms like &ldquo;exfoliation.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

News You Can Use: She educates listeners on proper skincare routines and debunks common skincare myths.

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

📝 Summary of the Interview

Yasmine Cheyenne, an Air Force veteran, mental wellness advocate, and author, joined Rushion McDonald to discuss her journey from a disadvantaged upbringing to becoming a published author and wellness coach. She shared insights from her books—The Sugar Jar and her latest, Wisdom of the Path—which focus on boundaries, healing, and self-empowerment. The conversation explored her military experience, personal transformation, and how she helps others confront fear and reclaim their lives.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Overcoming Fear and Taking Risks
Fear of failure and disappointment keeps many people stuck.
Yasmine encourages people to confront fear and take action anyway.
Her own decision to join the Air Force was a leap of faith that changed her life.

2. Military Discipline and Life Lessons
The Air Force taught her discipline, consistency, and resilience.
She applies these lessons to her personal and professional life.
Quote: “Do you want to bet on yourself? Be willing to believe in yourself.”

3. Writing as Empowerment
Her first book, The Sugar Jar, focuses on boundaries and self-care.
Her second book, Wisdom of the Path, is about using past experiences as wisdom, not shame.
Writing helped her transform her life and inspire others from similar backgrounds.

4. Boundaries and Self-Prioritization
Without boundaries, people become overwhelmed and resentful.
Saying “no” and advocating for yourself is essential to mental wellness.
Quote: “We have to get comfortable letting people be disappointed with us.”

5. Redefining “Selfish”
Being selfish is often misunderstood.
Prioritizing yourself is necessary for success and well-being.
Quote: “Every successful person has had to be selfish at some point.”

6. Wisdom of the Path
The book encourages readers to trust their instincts and take the next step.
It’s not a checklist—it’s a collection of relatable stories and reflections.
Quote: “Use those experiences that you’re judging yourself for as wisdom to help you move forward.”

7. Mental Wellness Practice
Yasmine helps people through coaching, writing, and speaking.
She emphasizes healing through storytelling and shared experiences.

8. Accessibility
Her books are available in print, digital, and audio formats.
She personally narrates the audiobook version of Wisdom of the Path.

💬 Notable Quotes
“Even if things fail, you have what it takes to get yourself to where you want to be.”
“Take the meat and leave the bone.”
“You already know what the next step is. What would happen if you just took it?”
“We’ve been an enemy toward ourselves for years and don’t even realize it.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Yasmine Cheyenne.
<hr>
📝 Summary of the Interview
Yasmine Cheyenne, an Air Force veteran, mental wellness advocate, and author, joined Rushion McDonald to discuss her journey from a disadvantaged upbringing to becoming a published author and wellness coach. She shared insights from her books&mdash;The Sugar Jar and her latest, Wisdom of the Path&mdash;which focus on boundaries, healing, and self-empowerment. The conversation explored her military experience, personal transformation, and how she helps others confront fear and reclaim their lives.
<hr>
🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Overcoming Fear and Taking Risks
<ul>
<li>Fear of failure and disappointment keeps many people stuck.</li>
<li>Yasmine encourages people to confront fear and take action anyway.</li>
<li>Her own decision to join the Air Force was a leap of faith that changed her life.</li>
</ul>
2. Military Discipline and Life Lessons
<ul>
<li>The Air Force taught her discipline, consistency, and resilience.</li>
<li>She applies these lessons to her personal and professional life.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Do you want to bet on yourself? Be willing to believe in yourself.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
3. Writing as Empowerment
<ul>
<li>Her first book, The Sugar Jar, focuses on boundaries and self-care.</li>
<li>Her second book, Wisdom of the Path, is about using past experiences as wisdom, not shame.</li>
<li>Writing helped her transform her life and inspire others from similar backgrounds.</li>
</ul>
4. Boundaries and Self-Prioritization
<ul>
<li>Without boundaries, people become overwhelmed and resentful.</li>
<li>Saying &ldquo;no&rdquo; and advocating for yourself is essential to mental wellness.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;We have to get comfortable letting people be disappointed with us.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
5. Redefining &ldquo;Selfish&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>Being selfish is often misunderstood.</li>
<li>Prioritizing yourself is necessary for success and well-being.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Every successful person has had to be selfish at some point.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
6. Wisdom of the Path
<ul>
<li>The book encourages readers to trust their instincts and take the next step.</li>
<li>It&rsquo;s not a checklist&mdash;it&rsquo;s a collection of relatable stories and reflections.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Use those experiences that you&rsquo;re judging yourself for as wisdom to help you move forward.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
7. Mental Wellness Practice
<ul>
<li>Yasmine helps people through coaching, writing, and speaking.</li>
<li>She emphasizes healing through storytelling and shared experiences.</li>
</ul>
8. Accessibility
<ul>
<li>Her books are available in print, digital, and audio formats.</li>
<li>She personally narrates the audiobook version of Wisdom of the Path.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Notable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;Even if things fail, you have what it takes to get yourself to where you want to be.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Take the meat and leave the bone.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;You already know what the next step is. What would happen if you just took it?&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;We&rsquo;ve been an enemy toward ourselves for years and don&rsquo;t even realize it.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Uplift: A self-empowering Air Force veteran tells you how to bet on yourself and believe it.

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

📝 Summary of the Interview

Miko Branch shares the inspiring journey of building Miss Jessie’s, a premium hair care brand for curly hair, alongside her late sister Titi Branch. The brand was born at their kitchen table in Brooklyn and named after their paternal grandmother, Jessie Mae Branch. Miko discusses the importance of authenticity, education, and innovation in product development, and how Miss Jessie’s became a trusted name in the textured hair care industry. The conversation highlights the brand’s commitment to empowering individuals to embrace their natural hair and the evolving trends in beauty and self-expression.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview
To showcase the entrepreneurial journey behind Miss Jessie’s.
To highlight the importance of authenticity, education, and innovation in building a brand.
To discuss the impact of natural hair acceptance and evolving beauty standards.
To inspire listeners with a story of resilience, creativity, and cultural pride.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Authentic Beginnings
Miss Jessie’s was founded in a Brooklyn brownstone at the kitchen table.
Inspired by their grandmother Jessie Mae Branch, who was the first female CEO they ever saw.
Quote: “She ran her family from her kitchen table.”

2. Product Innovation
First product: Curly Pudding—a game-changer for curly hair.
Products are designed for all textured hair types: wavy, curly, kinky, transitional, and multicultural.
Quote: “We just try to come up with a solution to be helpful.”

3. Education is Key
Miss Jessie’s provides detailed information on hair types and how to use products.
The website includes guides for identifying hair texture and selecting the right products.
Quote: “Information and communication is key to success.”

4. Social Media & Word of Mouth
Early growth came from chat forums and word-of-mouth before social media existed.
Social media is now an additional platform to connect and educate customers.
Quote: “Way before social media, women were chatting and spreading the word.”

5. Inclusivity & Representation
Products are for everyone—men, women, children, and all ethnicities.
Focus on embracing natural beauty and rejecting outdated beauty ideals.
Quote: “Hair has no color… we’re all looking for solutions.”

6. Salon as R&D Hub
Their salon served as a testing ground for product development and customer feedback.
Quote: “We built our business in the salon… it became our R&D and testing ground.”

7. Natural Hair Movement
Natural hair is no longer a trend—it’s a cultural shift.
Seen on public figures like Oprah and Michelle Obama.
Quote: “Natural hair is preferred… it’s how people want to express themselves.”

💬 Notable Quotes
“We started our business in our brownstone at our kitchen table.”
“We didn’t go to business school—we went to Jessie Mae Branch’s kitchen.”
“Curly Pudding did everything it said it was going to do.”
“We realized our work was not finished—we had to educate.”
“Natural hair is not a trend—it’s here to stay.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Miko Branch.
<hr>
📝 Summary of the Interview
Miko Branch shares the inspiring journey of building Miss Jessie&rsquo;s, a premium hair care brand for curly hair, alongside her late sister Titi Branch. The brand was born at their kitchen table in Brooklyn and named after their paternal grandmother, Jessie Mae Branch. Miko discusses the importance of authenticity, education, and innovation in product development, and how Miss Jessie&rsquo;s became a trusted name in the textured hair care industry. The conversation highlights the brand&rsquo;s commitment to empowering individuals to embrace their natural hair and the evolving trends in beauty and self-expression.
<hr>
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
<ul>
<li>To showcase the entrepreneurial journey behind Miss Jessie&rsquo;s.</li>
<li>To highlight the importance of authenticity, education, and innovation in building a brand.</li>
<li>To discuss the impact of natural hair acceptance and evolving beauty standards.</li>
<li>To inspire listeners with a story of resilience, creativity, and cultural pride.</li>
</ul>
<hr>
🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Authentic Beginnings
<ul>
<li>Miss Jessie&rsquo;s was founded in a Brooklyn brownstone at the kitchen table.</li>
<li>Inspired by their grandmother Jessie Mae Branch, who was the first female CEO they ever saw.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;She ran her family from her kitchen table.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
2. Product Innovation
<ul>
<li>First product: Curly Pudding&mdash;a game-changer for curly hair.</li>
<li>Products are designed for all textured hair types: wavy, curly, kinky, transitional, and multicultural.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;We just try to come up with a solution to be helpful.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
3. Education is Key
<ul>
<li>Miss Jessie&rsquo;s provides detailed information on hair types and how to use products.</li>
<li>The website includes guides for identifying hair texture and selecting the right products.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Information and communication is key to success.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
4. Social Media &amp; Word of Mouth
<ul>
<li>Early growth came from chat forums and word-of-mouth before social media existed.</li>
<li>Social media is now an additional platform to connect and educate customers.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Way before social media, women were chatting and spreading the word.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
5. Inclusivity &amp; Representation
<ul>
<li>Products are for everyone&mdash;men, women, children, and all ethnicities.</li>
<li>Focus on embracing natural beauty and rejecting outdated beauty ideals.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Hair has no color&hellip; we&rsquo;re all looking for solutions.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
6. Salon as R&amp;D Hub
<ul>
<li>Their salon served as a testing ground for product development and customer feedback.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;We built our business in the salon&hellip; it became our R&amp;D and testing ground.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
7. Natural Hair Movement
<ul>
<li>Natural hair is no longer a trend&mdash;it&rsquo;s a cultural shift.</li>
<li>Seen on public figures like Oprah and Michelle Obama.</li>
<li>Quote: &ldquo;Natural hair is preferred&hellip; it&rsquo;s how people want to express themselves.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
<hr>
💬 Notable Quotes
<ul>
<li>&ldquo;We started our business in our brownstone at our kitchen table.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;We didn&rsquo;t go to business school&mdash;we went to Jessie Mae Branch&rsquo;s kitchen.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Curly Pudding did everything it said it was going to do.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;We realized our work was not finished&mdash;we had to educate.&rdquo;</li>
<li>&ldquo;Natural hair is not a trend&mdash;it&rsquo;s here to stay.&rdquo;</li>
</ul>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Brand Building: She created her hair care product at her kitchen and now it's a national brand.

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