Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith

Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith

Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith are all about people. These are stories of people you may know and some you may not. How they find and define their purpose. The stories of beating the odds, chasing dreams and their inspiration. What are those game changing moments in their life that paved the way on their journey to success? It’s said that success is not a destination, it’s maintained. If that’s so, we ask where do they go from here?

Episodes

Sheinelle Jones

May 6, 2025 • 58 mins
In this special re-release of Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith, journalist and former Today Show anchor Sheinelle Jones opens up in a candid and inspiring conversation about her journey from Wichita, Kansas, to one of the most recognizable morning shows in America. With heartfelt reflections on growing up in a family of trailblazing African-American physicians, Sheinelle shares how community, storytelling, and a sense of purpose sh...
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Resilience, Reinvention & Plant-Based Power with Pinky Cole

April 8, 2025 • 35 mins
In this powerful re-release of *Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith*, we revisit an inspiring and deeply personal conversation with **Pinky Cole**, the visionary founder of **Slutty Vegan**. Recorded before her recent challenges in temporarily losing—and ultimately regaining—control of her company, this conversation offers powerful insight into the foundation that helped her weather the storm. Pinky shares her journey from a tou...
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A Conversation with Marvin Sapp

April 1, 2025 • 50 mins
In this compelling rerelease episode of Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith*, renowned gospel artist and pastor Bishop Marvin Sapp delves into his transformative journey from a challenging upbringing in Michigan to achieving prominence in music and ministry. Sapp candidly discusses his rebellious youth, battles with substance use, and the pivotal experiences that led him to embrace his faith and purpose. He reflects on the creation of...
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Ambassador Shabazz

March 28, 2023 • 41 mins
In this episode of Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith, Ambassador Shabazz joins the podcast to close out Women’s History Month with an insightful conversation. Ambassador Shabazz, the eldest daughter of Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz, shares her experiences as a woman in the public eye and discusses the impact of her parents’ legacies on her own life. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the love between two parent...
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Rushion McDonald

September 5, 2022 • 32 mins
Dr. Ian sits down with Money Making Rushion McDonald to talk Branding and life after Steve Harvey. Join the conversation now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Donnie Simpson

June 28, 2022 • 42 mins
Radio Legend and former host of Video Soul on BET Donnie Simpson joins the conversation. This man has stories! Prince, Maze, David Bowie, Sugar Ray Leonard and more. Must hear podcast!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Marvin Sapp

April 26, 2022 • 49 mins
Join Dr. Ian Smith for an amazing conversation with Bishop Marvin Sapp. It's a inspirational conversation that has a few laughs as well. The Bishops shares many personal moments and let's you in on a big upcoming project as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Stephen Hill

April 12, 2022 • 30 mins
Former President of Programming for BET and Producer of some of the biggest award shows on TV and all around good guy, Stephen Hill joins Dr. Ian Smith. Check out his journey, the story behind how he snagged one of the most beautiful women in the world and his take on the Slap. It's a fresh episode of Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jenny Hutt

April 5, 2022 • 36 mins
A healthy conversation with Dr. Ian Smith and SiriusXM radio host Jenny Hutt. Her journey may be a familiar one. They're  talk family, food and life on conversations with Dr. Ian Smith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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PJ Morton

March 22, 2022 • 28 mins
Dr. Ian Smith has a conversation R&B, Gospel singer and musician PJ Morton.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Celebrity Acting Coach Tracey Moore

March 8, 2022 • 48 mins
Dr. Ian Continues with Pt. 2 of his look Inside the Black Box with a conversation with co-host, celebrity acting coach and casting agent Tracey Moore. Conversations with Dr. Ian Smith has another great one on ready for download..  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Joe "Papa Pope" Morton

March 1, 2022 • 26 mins
Dr. Ian Smith talks career, entertainment business and his newest effort "Inside the Black Box" on Crackle TV. Join the conversation right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mathew Knowles

February 22, 2022 • 54 mins
So much to learn in one conversation. Dr. Ian Smith talks business, focus, racism, basketball, the music business oh and Beyonce' and Destiny's Child.    "Do Whatever you have to do, to find your purpose"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Celebrity Trainer Joey T

February 8, 2022 • 51 mins
Helping you feel great and live a healthy life is what he's all about. So Dr. Ian had to get a fitness episode in and the best way to do it, is a conversation with his friend and fitness business partner Joey T. We talk about Joey's book and get answers to some common health and nutrition questions and do a little myth busting too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Amber Cabral

February 1, 2022 • 42 mins
Dr. Ian is talking Diversity Equity and Inclusion with a star in the field Amber Cabral. Listen in as they talk all Diversity, Culture and the Mainstream. You are sure to be enlightened and inspired. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Musical Director Ray Chew

November 23, 2021 • 34 mins
Dancing with the Stars, Saturday Night Live, Ray Chew is an amazing, talented and successful musician and he's talking to Dr. Ian this week on the podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The King of the "Stories" Ian Buchanan

November 14, 2021 • 36 mins
He's Bold and Beautiful, spent time in General Hospital, in Port Charles and loves All My Children to name a few. Whether you know him as Duke, Dr. James Warwick, Lord Sheraton, Joshua Templeton, Dr. Greg Madden for this episode he's Ian. Enjoy the conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis

November 9, 2021 • 52 mins
Join Dr. Ian Smith for a conversation with super producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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George Wallace

October 26, 2021 • 34 mins
Join Dr. Ian for an episode of laughs and inspiration and George Wallace joins the conversation. Get to know George from his up bringing in Atlanta and a tragic blessing that propelled him into life as a successful comedian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Get Your Vaccine Here!

October 19, 2021 • 25 mins
Dr. Ian puts on his white coat this week and talks to fellow medical professional Dr. Anna Loengard about misinformation about the vaccine and a new program to help raise the count of vaccinated Americans "Flex for Checks". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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