The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry

Someone is getting paid every time you are afraid.

The cable news industry generates over seven billion dollars annually. The global attention economy generates over six hundred billion. The product driving those numbers is not information. It is your anxiety. And three systems — cable news, political fundraising, and social media algorithms — are profiting from both sides of the political divide simultaneously.

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Why do so many hardworking people never build real wealth?

Not because they lack intelligence.
Not because they lack discipline.
Not because they are not trying.

In this solo episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, Keith challenges one of the most uncomfortable truths about money, success, and ownership:

Resentment does not build wealth.

This episode is not a defense of billionaires.
It is not hustle culture.
It ...

What if the biggest problem in medicine is not discovery, but what gets funded?

In this episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, Keith sits down with Barbara Goodman, President and CEO of Cures Within Reach, to unpack one of the most overlooked challenges in healthcare: the gap between scientific possibility and what actually reaches patients.

With more than 7,000 diseases worldwide and fewer than 5,000 approved drugs, the ...

60% of young men in America say no one cares whether they are okay.

They are dropping out of college. Leaving the workforce. Disconnecting from relationships at four times the rate of young women. And flooding into the manosphere looking for someone — anyone — who will tell them they still matter.

This episode is not about Andrew Tate. It is about every institution that handed him the audience.

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America is reaching an emotional breaking point. Quiet suffering, relentless stress, hidden trauma, and burnout are reshaping families, workplaces, and communities across the nation.

In this urgent and deeply human episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, nationally respected clinician Khalid B. Scott, LCSW joins Keith for a raw conversation about the mental health emergency most people are living through but rarely talk a...

What really happens when the game ends — and the pain begins?

In this episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, Harvard researcher Dr. Alicia Whittington pulls back the curtain on the hidden cost of football. From college stadiums to the NFL, she exposes the human reality behind the glory — chronic pain, CTE fears, and the silent battles families fight long after the lights go out.

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Every three seconds, someone in the world develops dementia — and behind every diagnosis is a family holding on to hope. In this powerful conversation, host Keith D. Terry sits down with Brian Braggs, Army medic veteran and franchise owner of Right at Home Peoria, and Tierney Burdett, a devoted family caregiver turned advocate. Together, they unpack the emotional, financial, and spiritual weight that dementia places on famili...

Mushrooms may be the most underestimated force in healthcare. In this episode, Keith D. Terry explores how Mushnoom’s founders, Dr. Siva Gandhu and Dr. Renaldo Jarrell, are leading a mushroom revolution that could transform medicine, wellness, and the future of preventative health.

What if mushrooms could do more than sit on your plate? What if they could fight disease, sharpen your mind, and even change the future of healthca...

You’ve spent years building your family, career, or business. But here’s the question: what happens to everything you’ve worked for when you’re gone, or when you can’t make decisions anymore?

In this episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, I sit down with Attorney Vaughn White, who brings over 30 years of experience helping families and entrepreneurs protect their assets, avoid costly mistake...

In a world where more people feel burned out, stressed, and over-medicated, a growing movement is asking a simple but powerful question: what if the healing we need doesn’t come from a prescription bottle, but from the forest itself?

On this episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, we explore the practice of forest bathing with Dr. Gayle Byck — a certified forest therapy guide, board-certified patient advocate,...

When most people think of wealth in America, they think tech startups, Wall Street, or real estate. Hardly anyone says manufacturing. But the truth? Manufacturing is still alive—and it remains one of the most powerful engines for building wealth, jobs, and community impact.

In this episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, I sit down with Terry Atwater, Owner and President of Enova Investments LLC, National Materials ...

What if school weren’t just about earning a diploma, but becoming a whole person? In this episode of The NEXT BIG THING, I sit down with Dr. Ernest Duplessis—Founder & Chancellor of STUDYSS Ministries Christian Academy and Senior Pastor of STUDYSS. Ministry—to explore the power of faith-based education. A 21-year Navy veteran and former Fortune 500 exec, Dr. Duplessis shares how mission, leadership, and spirit...

In this powerful episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, Dr. Patreece Broadus joins to explore the evolving intersection of communication, identity, and influence in the digital age. From “call and response” traditions in HBCU classrooms to the rise of AI-generated content, Dr. Broadus unpacks what it truly means to be heard—and how thought leaders can use voice as a tool for impact.

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In this first-ever solo episode of The NEXT BIG THING, Keith D. Terry gets personal—and powerful.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, burned out, or unsure of your next move, this episode is for you. Keith reveals why your next big thing isn’t out there—it’s already inside of you. Through personal stories, real client breakthroughs, and clear strategies, he shares 3 bold moves you can make before July to reignit...

What does it take to lead a healthcare nonprofit when funding is cut, policy shifts overnight, and lives are at stake?

In this episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, veteran healthcare Chief Executive Sharon Smith-Terry shares how she navigated high-stakes leadership roles—from Baxter Healthcare to the Orthopaedic Research Society—with a rare mix of strategic precision and mission-first clarity.

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In this powerful episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, we sit down with Daniel Holmes, a former U.S. Navy Combat Search and Rescue Operator who turned his battle with rare kidney disease into a nationwide advocacy mission.

Diagnosed with Membranous Nephropathy, a life-threatening and incurable kidney disease, Daniel was told he had limited time to live. But instead of accepting defeat, he and his wife launched a tactica...

🎶 The Power of Music Education with Legendary Bassist Michael Manson 🎶

Music is more than just sound—it’s a catalyst for success, creativity, and leadership. In this episode of The NEXT BIG THING with Keith D. Terry, we sit down with Michael Manson, an acclaimed bassist, composer, and educator, to explore the transformative power of music in shaping personal growth, business acumen, and community impact.

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In this episode of The NEXT BIG THING, we sit down with Dr. Randy Plunkett to explore the incredible impact of the GI Bill and the Honor Flight program in shaping America and honoring our nation's heroes. As a retired U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sergeant and a trusted advisor to the Governor of Illinois and Canadian Ministers on veteran transitions, Dr. Plunkett offers an insightful perspective on how these programs have empowered...

In this episode of The NEXT BIG THING podcast, we sit down with Kevin R. Hyrams, Founder and CEO of Sidereal Global, LLC—an industry leader in equity funding, innovation consulting, and fractional executive services. Kevin brings a wealth of experience in digital media, broadcast TV, and AI-driven experiential solutions to help businesses redefine their brand portfolios and thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

Whethe...