My next guest is Olowo-n’djo Tchala. He was born and raised in the village of Kaboli, Togo, located in West Africa. Growing up, he shared an 8’ x 10’ room with his mother and seven siblings. Now, he is the founder and CEO of Alaffia. Proceeds from the sale of Alaffia beauty and grooming products are returned to communities in Togo to fund community empowerment and gender equality initiatives, such as maternal health care, education, reforestation and regenerative agriculture. We will discussing overcoming the odds, stereotyping in business and his women centric business model. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Olowo-n’djo Tchala. 
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My next guest is Olowo-n’djo Tchala. He was born and raised in the village of Kaboli, Togo, located in West Africa. Growing up, he shared an 8’ x 10’ room with his mother and seven siblings. Now, he is the founder and CEO of Alaffia. Proceeds from the sale of Alaffia beauty and grooming products are returned to communities in Togo to fund community empowerment and gender equality initiatives, such as maternal health care, education, reforestation and regenerative agriculture. We will discussing overcoming the odds, stereotyping in business and his women centric business model. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Olowo-n’djo Tchala.  https://www.moneymakingconversations.com https://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversations https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/ https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

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
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Money Making Conversations Master Class

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Olowo-n’djo T’Chala discusses making Shea Butter in a mobile home with his two daughters to owning one of the most successful fair trade beauty companies, Founder & CEO of Alaffia

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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 Monty Garside.

A full-time attorney turned baker and founder of Confectionist Bakery.

Here are some key highlights from the episode:

🎙️ Guest Background
Monty Garside is a practicing attorney with over 20 years of experience in litigation.
He founded Confectionist Bakery in honor of his grandmother, Ruth Ilene Burns Garside.
The bakery started in his home kitchen and now ships desserts nationwide.

🍰 Bakery Journey
Inspired by nostalgia and family traditions, Monty began baking after his grandmother passed away.
His first successful cake was a pound cake that tasted exactly like his grandmother’s.
He was encouraged to start a business by a client who was the daughter of a professional baker.

🧁 Products & Flavors
Specializes in cheesecakes, pound cakes, layer cakes, and pies.
Unique flavors include:

Peach Cobbler Pound Cake
Amaretto Pound Cake
Banana Pudding Layer Cake
Sweet Potato Pound Cake

🚚 Shipping & Operations
Operates out of a commercial kitchen in Atlanta.
Cakes are wrapped and frozen for freshness and shipped nationwide.
Orders typically take 2 days to process and 3–5 days for delivery.

💡 Business Insights
Challenges included pricing products appropriately and managing holiday demand.
Emphasizes the importance of:

Quality product
Excellent customer service
Knowing your target audience
Target customers are busy professionals who appreciate homemade, Southern-style desserts but lack the time or skill to make them.

📈 Advice for Entrepreneurs
Don’t be afraid to try something new.
Control what you can—especially product quality and customer service.
Trust yourself through the ups and downs.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Monty Garside.
A full-time attorney turned baker and founder of Confectionist Bakery.
Here are some key highlights from the episode:
🎙️ Guest Background
<ul>
<li>Monty Garside is a practicing attorney with over 20 years of experience in litigation.</li>
<li>He founded Confectionist Bakery in honor of his grandmother, Ruth Ilene Burns Garside.</li>
<li>The bakery started in his home kitchen and now ships desserts nationwide.</li>
</ul>
🍰 Bakery Journey
<ul>
<li>Inspired by nostalgia and family traditions, Monty began baking after his grandmother passed away.</li>
<li>His first successful cake was a pound cake that tasted exactly like his grandmother&rsquo;s.</li>
<li>He was encouraged to start a business by a client who was the daughter of a professional baker.</li>
</ul>
🧁 Products &amp; Flavors
<ul>
<li>Specializes in cheesecakes, pound cakes, layer cakes, and pies.</li>
<li>Unique flavors include:
<ul>
<li>Peach Cobbler Pound Cake</li>
<li>Amaretto Pound Cake</li>
<li>Banana Pudding Layer Cake</li>
<li>Sweet Potato Pound Cake</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
🚚 Shipping &amp; Operations
<ul>
<li>Operates out of a commercial kitchen in Atlanta.</li>
<li>Cakes are wrapped and frozen for freshness and shipped nationwide.</li>
<li>Orders typically take 2 days to process and 3&ndash;5 days for delivery.</li>
</ul>
💡 Business Insights
<ul>
<li>Challenges included pricing products appropriately and managing holiday demand.</li>
<li>Emphasizes the importance of:
<ul>
<li>Quality product</li>
<li>Excellent customer service</li>
<li>Knowing your target audience</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Target customers are busy professionals who appreciate homemade, Southern-style desserts but lack the time or skill to make them.</li>
</ul>
📈 Advice for Entrepreneurs
<ol>
<li>Don&rsquo;t be afraid to try something new.</li>
<li>Control what you can&mdash;especially product quality and customer service.</li>
<li>Trust yourself through the ups and downs.</li>
</ol>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Follow Your Passion: Full-time practicing attorney with over 20 years founded Bakery in honor of his grandmother.

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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 Kevin Cohee.
Title: Owner, Chairman & CEO of OneUnited Bank
Host: Rushion McDonald
Podcast: Money Making Conversations Masterclass

Kevin Cohee discusses the mission, history, and future of OneUnited Bank, the largest Black‑owned bank and the first Black‑owned internet bank in the U.S. The conversation connects Black economic history, financial literacy, technology (AI), and wealth-building, positioning OneUnited Bank as a modern solution to long‑standing financial exclusion in Black and underserved communities.

Purpose of the Interview

The interview is designed to:
Educate listeners on why Black-owned banks matter historically and economically.
Explain how technology has transformed banking, making location irrelevant.
Address financial exclusion, particularly reliance on check-cashing services.
Promote financial literacy as the foundation of wealth creation.
Position OneUnited Bank as a practical, accessible tool for individuals, entrepreneurs, and communities to build equity.

Key Themes & Takeaways 1. A Mission Rooted in Black History
Kevin Cohee frames OneUnited Bank as part of a long historical vision, not a modern trend.
Leaders such as Booker T. Washington, W.E.B. Du Bois, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. all advocated for a national Black-owned bank.
Cohee’s own family legacy ties back to Black Wall Street in Tulsa, Oklahoma, including land ownership stemming from negotiated “40 acres and a mule” outcomes.

Takeaway: Economic independence has always been central to Black progress.

2. From Brick-and-Mortar to Digital Banking
OneUnited originally grew by acquiring small Black-owned banks nationwide.
The bank pivoted early toward technology-driven banking, recognizing that:

Customers expect 24/7 access
Physical branches are no longer required
Digital reach enables national—and global—impact

Key insight: Technology allowed OneUnited to become a national Black bank without national branches.

3. Financial Technology Built for Real-Life Problems

Kevin Cohee emphasizes that OneUnited designs products around how people actually live, not just traditional banking norms.

Examples include:
Second-chance checking accounts
Emergency small-dollar loans
Alternative credit criteria
Nationwide surcharge-free ATM access
AI-powered tools that help users understand:

Cash flow
Assets vs. liabilities
Net worth (or debt)
Financial decision-making in real time

Takeaway: Banking should help people function—not punish them for past mistakes.

4. Financial Literacy Is the Real Wealth Gap
Cohee states that 90% of Americans are financially illiterate, largely because:

Financial literacy is not taught in K–12 education
He compares this to not teaching reading—and then blaming people for illiteracy.
OneUnited uses AI and data aggregation to help customers make expert-level decisions without being experts.

Key message: Financial literacy, not income alone, determines long-term wealth.

5. Ending Dependence on Check-Cashing Services
Kevin sharply criticizes high-fee check-cashing businesses that dominate underserved neighborhoods.
OneUnited offers digital check deposits, debit cards, and ATM access—removing the need for physical branches.
Anyone, anywhere in the U.S., can bank with OneUnited via oneunited.com.

Takeaway: Lack of access is no longer an excuse—awareness is the missing link.

6. Technology as the New “40 Acres”
Kevin draws a powerful parallel:

Land ownership was once the primary source of wealth.
Technology and financial literacy are today’s equivalents.
Entrepreneurs no longer need to manufacture products—branding, distribution, and digital reach are the new leverage.

Key insight: Technology levels the playing field—if people understand how to use it.

7. Mandatory Financial Literacy as a Policy Solution
Kevin advocates for required financial literacy courses in all U.S. schools.
He cites research showing:

One required high-school financial literacy course can generate $100,000+ in lifetime net worth per student.
He frames this as a matter of equity, not preference.

Takeaway: Systemic problems require systemic solutions.

Notable Quotes

“The concept of a national Black-owned bank goes all the way back to slavery.”

“We’re not behind in technology—we are the party.”

“Ninety percent of Americans are not financially literate.”

“You don’t have to go to check cashers and get ripped off.”

“Technology is the new 40 acres.”

“Financial literacy alone can generate over $100,000 in net worth per person.”

“There has never been a better time to build a business than right now.”

Overall Impact

This interview is both a financial masterclass and a historical lesson. Kevin Cohee reframes banking as a tool of empowerment, not just transactions, and positions OneUnited Bank as:
A modern solution to historic exclusion
A technology-first institution built for underserved communities
A catalyst for financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and wealth creation

Final message: Access + education + technology can finally close the racial wealth gap—if people choose to engage.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kevin Cohee. Title: Owner, Chairman &amp; CEO of OneUnited Bank Host: Rushion McDonald Podcast: Money Making Conversations Masterclass
Kevin Cohee discusses the mission, history, and future of OneUnited Bank, the largest Black‑owned bank and the first Black‑owned internet bank in the U.S. The conversation connects Black economic history, financial literacy, technology (AI), and wealth-building, positioning OneUnited Bank as a modern solution to long‑standing financial exclusion in Black and underserved communities.
<hr>
Purpose of the Interview
The interview is designed to:
<ol>
<li>Educate listeners on why Black-owned banks matter historically and economically.</li>
<li>Explain how technology has transformed banking, making location irrelevant.</li>
<li>Address financial exclusion, particularly reliance on check-cashing services.</li>
<li>Promote financial literacy as the foundation of wealth creation.</li>
<li>Position OneUnited Bank as a practical, accessible tool for individuals, entrepreneurs, and communities to build equity.</li>
</ol>
<hr>
Key Themes &amp; Takeaways 1. A Mission Rooted in Black History
<ul>
<li>Kevin Cohee frames OneUnited Bank as part of a long historical vision, not a modern trend.</li>
<li>Leaders such as Booker T. Washington, W.E.B. Du Bois, and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. all advocated for a national Black-owned bank.</li>
<li>Cohee&rsquo;s own family legacy ties back to Black Wall Street in Tulsa, Oklahoma, including land ownership stemming from negotiated &ldquo;40 acres and a mule&rdquo; outcomes.</li>
</ul>
Takeaway: Economic independence has always been central to Black progress.
<hr>
2. From Brick-and-Mortar to Digital Banking
<ul>
<li>OneUnited originally grew by acquiring small Black-owned banks nationwide.</li>
<li>The bank pivoted early toward technology-driven banking, recognizing that:
<ul>
<li>Customers expect 24/7 access</li>
<li>Physical branches are no longer required</li>
<li>Digital reach enables national&mdash;and global&mdash;impact</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Key insight: Technology allowed OneUnited to become a national Black bank without national branches.
<hr>
3. Financial Technology Built for Real-Life Problems
Kevin Cohee emphasizes that OneUnited designs products around how people actually live, not just traditional banking norms.
Examples include:
<ul>
<li>Second-chance checking accounts</li>
<li>Emergency small-dollar loans</li>
<li>Alternative credit criteria</li>
<li>Nationwide surcharge-free ATM access</li>
<li>AI-powered tools that help users understand:
<ul>
<li>Cash flow</li>
<li>Assets vs. liabilities</li>
<li>Net worth (or debt)</li>
<li>Financial decision-making in real time</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Takeaway: Banking should help people function&mdash;not punish them for past mistakes.
<hr>
4. Financial Literacy Is the Real Wealth Gap
<ul>
<li>Cohee states that 90% of Americans are financially illiterate, largely because:
<ul>
<li>Financial literacy is not taught in K&ndash;12 education</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>He compares this to not teaching reading&mdash;and then blaming people for illiteracy.</li>
<li>OneUnited uses AI and data aggregation to help customers make expert-level decisions without being experts.</li>
</ul>
Key message: Financial literacy, not income alone, determines long-term wealth.
<hr>
5. Ending Dependence on Check-Cashing Services
<ul>
<li>Kevin sharply criticizes high-fee check-cashing businesses that dominate underserved neighborhoods.</li>
<li>OneUnited offers digital check deposits, debit cards, and ATM access&mdash;removing the need for physical branches.</li>
<li>Anyone, anywhere in the U.S., can bank with OneUnited via oneunited.com.</li>
</ul>
Takeaway: Lack of access is no longer an excuse&mdash;awareness is the missing link.
<hr>
6. Technology as the New &ldquo;40 Acres&rdquo;
<ul>
<li>Kevin draws a powerful parallel:
<ul>
<li>Land ownership was once the primary source of wealth.</li>
<li>Technology and financial literacy are today&rsquo;s equivalents.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Entrepreneurs no longer need to manufacture products&mdash;branding, distribution, and digital reach are the new leverage.</li>
</ul>
Key insight: Technology levels the playing field&mdash;if people understand how to use it.
<hr>
7. Mandatory Financial Literacy as a Policy Solution
<ul>
<li>Kevin advocates for required financial literacy courses in all U.S. schools.</li>
<li>He cites research showing:
<ul>
<li>One required high-school financial literacy course can generate $100,000+ in lifetime net worth per student.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>He frames this as a matter of equity, not preference.</li>
</ul>
Takeaway: Systemic problems require systemic solutions.
<hr>
Notable Quotes
<blockquote>
&ldquo;The concept of a national Black-owned bank goes all the way back to slavery.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;We&rsquo;re not behind in technology&mdash;we are the party.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;Ninety percent of Americans are not financially literate.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;You don&rsquo;t have to go to check cashers and get ripped off.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;Technology is the new 40 acres.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;Financial literacy alone can generate over $100,000 in net worth per person.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<blockquote>
&ldquo;There has never been a better time to build a business than right now.&rdquo;
</blockquote>
<hr>
Overall Impact
This interview is both a financial masterclass and a historical lesson. Kevin Cohee reframes banking as a tool of empowerment, not just transactions, and positions OneUnited Bank as:
<ul>
<li>A modern solution to historic exclusion</li>
<li>A technology-first institution built for underserved communities</li>
<li>A catalyst for financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and wealth creation</li>
</ul>
Final message: Access + education + technology can finally close the racial wealth gap&mdash;if people choose to engage.
<hr>
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Financial Tip: Discusses Black economic history, technology (AI), and wealth-building, positioning OneUnited Bank as a modern solution.

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/35713392-39d9-4cb9-b9d4-b454016515b0/transcript

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 Dr. Jacque Rushin & Robyn Donaldson.

ROBYN DONALDSON & JACKIE RUSHIN

🎙️ Podcast Overview
The episode commemorates the legacy of Dr. Gladys B. West, a pioneering mathematician whose calculations led to the creation of GPS. Together, the guests discuss how her story ties into the mission of Juneteenth, the importance of STEM education, and their newly launched Westward Bound life and STEM skills program.

📚 About Dr. Gladys B. West
• Legacy: Mathematician and GPS pioneer
• Era: Born in 1930, came of age during segregation
• Alma Mater: Virginia State University (HBCU), later earned a PhD
• Recognition: Often called a “living hidden figure”—though not featured in the Hidden Figures film
• Current Home: Fredericksburg, VA

📘 Books Discussed
• It Began With a Dream: Dr. West’s memoir, chronicling her life from sharecropping roots to GPS trailblazer
• Westward Bound: A curriculum-based program developed by Dunson and Rushing inspired by Dr. West’s principles

💡 Key Themes & Insights
• Juneteenth Connection: The delayed recognition of Dr. West mirrors the delayed liberation of enslaved Black Americans
• STEM Equity: Many students aren’t underperforming—they’re underexposed. The Westward Bound program seeks to close that gap
• Mental Health & Tech: While Dr. West helped pioneer GPS, she herself still uses maps to keep her mind sharp—a warning about over-reliance on tech
• AI & Overconsumption: Dr. Rushin draws attention to how misuse of AI and technology can impair critical thinking and mental wellness
• STEM as Liberation: STEM exposure is not just about careers—it’s a path to freedom, agency, and long-term resilience

🎓 About Westward Bound
• Mission: Teach not just hard skills (STEM) but soul skills—endurance, vision, self-awareness, and purpose
• Framework: Uses the acronym W.E.S.T. (Wisdom, Endurance, Strategy, Tracking)
• Audience: Underserved communities, students, adults in transition, entrepreneurs
• Access: Currently partnering with colleges, camps, and educational programs nationwide

🔁 Personal Journeys
• Dr. Jacque Rushin: A humanitarian, mental health expert, and curriculum developer who fuses wellness and educational development
• Robyn Donaldson: A global STEM advocate and 2025 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. She discovered Dr. West’s book and launched the movement to amplify her story

📣 Call to Action
Listeners are encouraged to include Dr. Gladys West in Juneteenth programming, integrate It Began With a Dream into school libraries, and explore the Westward Bound program as a tool for transformative education. Visit stemxposure.org or call (813) 990‑7700 for more info. #best

#straw

 #shms

 

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Jacque Rushin &amp; Robyn Donaldson.
ROBYN DONALDSON &amp; JACKIE RUSHIN
🎙️ Podcast Overview The episode commemorates the legacy of&nbsp;Dr. Gladys B. West, a pioneering mathematician whose calculations led to the creation of GPS. Together, the guests discuss how her story ties into the mission of Juneteenth, the importance of STEM education, and their newly launched Westward Bound life and STEM skills program.
📚 About Dr. Gladys B. West &bull; Legacy: Mathematician and GPS pioneer &bull; Era: Born in 1930, came of age during segregation &bull; Alma Mater: Virginia State University (HBCU), later earned a PhD &bull; Recognition: Often called a &ldquo;living hidden figure&rdquo;&mdash;though not featured in the Hidden Figures film &bull; Current Home: Fredericksburg, VA
📘 Books Discussed &bull; It Began With a Dream: Dr. West&rsquo;s memoir, chronicling her life from sharecropping roots to GPS trailblazer &bull; Westward Bound: A curriculum-based program developed by Dunson and Rushing inspired by Dr. West&rsquo;s principles
💡 Key Themes &amp; Insights &bull; Juneteenth Connection: The delayed recognition of Dr. West mirrors the delayed liberation of enslaved Black Americans &bull; STEM Equity: Many students aren&rsquo;t underperforming&mdash;they&rsquo;re underexposed. The Westward Bound program seeks to close that gap &bull; Mental Health &amp; Tech: While Dr. West helped pioneer GPS, she herself still uses maps to keep her mind sharp&mdash;a warning about over-reliance on tech &bull; AI &amp; Overconsumption: Dr. Rushin draws attention to how misuse of AI and technology can impair critical thinking and mental wellness &bull; STEM as Liberation: STEM exposure is not just about careers&mdash;it&rsquo;s a path to freedom, agency, and long-term resilience
🎓 About Westward Bound &bull; Mission: Teach not just hard skills (STEM) but soul skills&mdash;endurance, vision, self-awareness, and purpose &bull; Framework: Uses the acronym W.E.S.T. (Wisdom, Endurance, Strategy, Tracking) &bull; Audience: Underserved communities, students, adults in transition, entrepreneurs &bull; Access: Currently partnering with colleges, camps, and educational programs nationwide
🔁 Personal Journeys &bull; Dr. Jacque Rushin: A humanitarian, mental health expert, and curriculum developer who fuses wellness and educational development &bull; Robyn Donaldson: A global STEM advocate and 2025 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. She discovered Dr. West&rsquo;s book and launched the movement to amplify her story
📣 Call to Action Listeners are encouraged to include Dr. Gladys West in Juneteenth programming, integrate It Began With a Dream into school libraries, and explore the Westward Bound program as a tool for transformative education. Visit <a href="http://stemxposure.org">stemxposure.org</a> or call (813) 990‑7700 for more info. #best
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Overcoming the Odds:  Discusses the legacy of Dr. Gladys B. West, whose calculations led to the creation of GPS. 

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