December 26er Podcast

Chief Diversity Officer for the City of Buffalo and Co-Host of the B Suite Podcast, Shatorah Donovan discusses growing up in a large family Jehovah's Witnesses, choosing college even though it wasn't encouraged, starting her legal career as an immigration attorney, and speaking truth to power while working in government.

Delisha and Damarcus discuss boarding flights for the first time in over a year, managing their time in their own unique ways, and executing their rebranding vision for December 26er.

Life coach, speaker, and author, Pervis Taylor III discusses engaging in work that fulfills his purpose, meeting increased demand for his services during the pandemic, and learning to cultivate an abundance mindset.

Fashion Designer, Mugzy McFly discusses pivoting to mass-producing facemasks during the pandemic, going to great lengths to meet customer demand while his retail store was closed, and having his clothing line hand-selected for inclusion in this year’s Grammys gift bag.

Co-Owner of Brooklyn Tea, Jamila McGill (Episode 50) discusses the realities of maintaining a brick and mortar location while indoor dining was suspended, pivoting to online sales as a result of increased support for Black-owned businesses, and leveraging her network for greater access to financial resources during the pandemic.

Delisha and Damarcus discuss learning to live in the moment, valuing the support of their village during difficult times, and finding satisfaction in taking baby steps during the pandemic.

Investor and owner of The Brooklyn Bank, Jude Bernard (Episode 49)returns to the show to discuss prioritizing his reputation over revenue during the pandemic, turning his focus to cryptocurrency, and doubling down on philanthropic efforts when his community needs it most.

Writer, lecturer, and media commentator, Ayesha K. Faines returns to the show to discuss developing her brand, Women Love Power, in her own time, seeing opportunity for business growth during the pandemic, and embracing risk in exchange for autonomy.

Delisha and Damarcus are joined by their mother, Deborah, to discuss the importance of cultivating talents in children, why she raised them to always be fearless, and how their upbringing influenced who they have become as adults.

In this installment of the "Check-In" limited series, CMO of Malcolm Inc. and President of Listen Up Media, India Robinson (Episode 38) discusses closing a professional chapter to lead a new enterprise, making her health and wellbeing a priority, and approaching life and love with purposeful intention.