Money Making Conversations Master Class
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/
Episodes
Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kathleen Bertrand.
- Founder of the BronzeLens Film Festival, celebrating its 15th year.
- Former Senior VP of Diversity Marketing at the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau.
- Longtime advocate for filmmakers of color and inclusive storytelling.
π About the BronzeLens Film Festival
- Mission: To serve ...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Stephanie Stuckey.
The chair of Stuckey’s, a historic snack and candy company. She shares her journey of revitalizing the brand, her family’s legacy, and the importance of entrepreneurship and branding.
π Key Themes & Highlights
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Reviving an American Icon
- Stephanie took over Stuckey’s i...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Travis T. Wade.
CEO of The Guardian, a private security corporation. The discussion focused on hiring the right people, leadership strategies, and the importance of HR in business success.
π Key Themes & Highlights
The Importance of HR in Hiring
- Wade emphasized that HR is the backbone of any business, en...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Coach Gregory Green.
Head men’s and women’s tennis coach and REACH advisor at Tuskegee University. Here's a summary of the key themes and highlights:
ποΈ Guest: Coach Gregory Green
- Former college football player and coach at schools like Alabama State, Kentucky State, Savannah State, and UAB. ...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Michael Woodward.
A natural-born entrepreneur and community leader.
ποΈ Guest Background: Michael Woodward
- Grew up in Liberty City, Miami, in a low-income housing project known as the "Poke and Bean" projects.
- Learned early business skills from his grandmother, who was the local "candy lady."
- Served briefly ...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Cicone Prince.
An international motivational speaker, award-winning author, and personal development strategist. The conversation explores Cicone’s journey from graphic designer to motivational leader, his TEDx experience, and his mission to help people discover their inner value and purpose.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald, interviewed Katrice Miller.
A nationally recognized labor relations expert and career coach. The conversation explores her journey from federal government service to corporate leadership, her insights on labor law, personal branding, and how individuals can navigate layoffs, negotiate salaries, and build resilient careers.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Tracy and Sunshine Gantt.
A husband-and-wife team who founded the first and only homeless shelter in Pickens County, South Carolina. Here are some key highlights and themes from the conversation:
Here are some key highlights and themes from the conversation:
π Key Themes and Highlights
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Faith and Redemption
- ...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Lorraine K. Lee.
A LinkedIn Top Voice and author of Unforgettable Presence: Get Seen, Gain Influence, and Catapult Your Career. Hosted by Rushion McDonald, the conversation dives deep into the power of presence, personal branding, and workplace advancement in a digital-first world. Lorraine shares tactical strategies a...
Hi, I'm Rushion McDonald, the host of the weekly Money Making Conversations Master Class show. This show provides interviews and information for everyone. It’s time to stop reading other people’s success stories and start living your own. Have you ever thought about starting a business? If so, why did – or didn’t – you do it?
Rushion McDonald shared valuable insights on how to be a successful bus...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Teri Williams.
President, COO, and owner of OneUnited Bank, the largest Black-owned bank in the United States. Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and takeaways:
π Key Themes & Takeaways 1. OneUnited Bank’s Mission & Reach
- Formed by merging four Black-owned banks in Boston, Miami, and...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ashley Christopher.
She is a multifaceted individual: a dedicated mother to her son, Ryan, a CEO, an attorney licensed in Pennsylvania, and a stroke survivor. She founded the HBCU Week Foundation in 2017 with a mission to promote enrollment in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), provide scholarships, ...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ken Jon Miyachi.
He is the Co-Founder and CEO of BitMind—the world's first decentralized Artificial Intelligence (AI) Deepfake Detection System. Ken is an authority on how people can protect themselves using free solutions. He can provide:
β Live demonstrations of real vs. AI-generated content
β Simple...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cary Carbonaro.
She is the author of Women and Wealth: A Playbook to Empower Clients and Unlock Their Fortune (Wiley, 2025) is an award-winning Certified Financial Planner™ with over 25 years of experience. She leads a multimillion-dollar financial planning practice, specializing in empowering women to overcome f...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Randal Pinkett.
He has established himself as an entrepreneur, innovator, speaker, author, media personality and DEI expert who is leading the way in business, technology and equity for all. He is the co-founder, chairman and CEO of BCT Par...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Abioduni Martin.
He is the founder and owner of DEW, a company specializing in solar photovoltaic and signage installation. With a strong project management and business development background, he has successfully led DEW in executing projects for clients such as the City of Atlanta’s Department of Watershed, Por...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Nina Sossamon-Pogue.
A former elite gymnast, Emmy-winning news anchor, bestselling author, and resilience expert.
Here’s a summary of the key themes and insights from the episode:
ποΈ Guest Introduction: Nina Sossamon-Pogue
- Former USA Gymnastics team member and Emmy-winning news anchor.
- Author of T...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jennifer Barbosa.
CEO and Founder of International Supply Partners (ISP), about breaking into government contracting, navigating a male-dominated industry, and the complexities of supply chain management.
π Key Themes & Highlights
Breaking into Government Contracting
- Barbosa started her business by target...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Attorney Tessie D. Edwards.
Tessie D. Edwards & Associates, P.C. is a local, family-owned law firm that has been serving the Atlanta, GA, community for over 15 years. Our attorneys enthusiastically represent their clients and bring extensive experience. We strive to provide personalized, affordable legal services wi...
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Carter Cofield.
He is the co-founder of Melanin Money, and also a CPA who empowers individuals to achieve financial freedom. He is recognized as one of the top CPS for millennials showing them how to live tax free. Carter's mission is to help the black community become financially independent and build generational weal...
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