MasterMind Podcast

MasterMind Podcast

By Malia Brown and Chris Ruffin, Jr.Society & CultureArtsBooks
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MasterMind Podcast episodes

  • 73 |Staying Focus in a Busy World feat. Nakia Stephens (Indistractable Review)

    On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by award-winning screenwriter and filmmaker, Nakia Stephens.  Nakia is also the Founder and Chief of Content for Damn Write Originals. Since creating the screenwriting label she has went on to have over 20 of her screenplays produced to screen. She has been featured and recognized for her work by festivals and platforms such as BLAVITY, ABFF, Rolling Out Magazine, and Black Girls Rock! During the conversation the three review "Indistractable" by Nir Eyal. Malia starts off the conversation by posing the question, what are some things you find yourself doing to escape reality? Nakia explains the measures she has to take in order to focus on creating great content for her company. Chris breaks down how he likes his environment when it's time to produce a newscast. The three also share how they deal with siocual media and checking notifications that pop up on their phones throughout the day. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on all platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast to support your favorite millennial podcasters. From Los Angeles, California to Charlotte, North Carolina, reading has NEVER been this lit!!!

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    54 min
  • 72 |Pandemic Proof feat. Dr. Mike Cromartie

    On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by Dr. Mike Cromartie out of Miami, Florida.  Mike is a physical therapist at the Bruce Carter Miami VA Medical Center and received his DPT in 2019 from the University of Miami. During the conversation the three discuss how the pandemic has affected all of their lives. Dr. Mike also breaks down how the pandemic has impacted him mentally,  what ridiculous claims he's heard about the virus from patients, friends, family and even coworkers and  some of the challenges of being a healthcare worker during the pandemic. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on all platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast to support your favorite millennial podcasters. From Los Angeles, California to Charlotte, North Carolina, reading has NEVER been this lit!!!

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    30 min
  • 71 |Feminism At Its Finest feat. Lorri Ashly (Small Doses Review)

    On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by Charlotte event producer and media host, Lorri Ashly to discuss "Small Doses: Potent Truths for Everyday Use" by Amanda Seales. During the conversation the three discuss how they feel about tokenism and if they agree on what Amanda thinks black people should stop doing in the corporate world. Malia shares her personal experience with trying out different hairstyles at work. Chris breaks down how he feels about black people being the voice of the black community when they're the only black person in a space. Lorri explains what it takes to be a creative and how she tries to keep her ego in check. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on all platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast to support your favorite millennial podcasters. From Los Angeles, California to Charlotte, North Carolina, reading has NEVER been this lit!!!

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    1 hr 1 min
  • 70 |Futuristic Fashion: Leveraging Tech Review w/ Coy Griffin

    On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by TEDx speaker and data analyst Coy Griffin to discuss her book, "Leveraging Tech: A Fashionista's Guide to Fashion Technology." To start things off, Coy breaks down exactly what is Fashion Technology. She also explains what made her decide to write the book and how working for IBM and Johnson and Johnson played a part in her career. Coy shares how it felt to be apart of New York Fashion Week and what she thinks fashion will look like in the future for the United States. Malia, Coy and Chris also share what their favorite fashion trend is and what celebrities they look to for the lastest fashion statements. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on all platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast to support your favorite millennial podcasters. From Los Angeles, California to Charlotte, North Carolina, reading has NEVER been this lit!!!

    38 min
  • 69 |Focus On Your One Thing feat. Toussaint Romain

    On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by lawyer and college professor, Toussaint Roman. On the episode, the three discuss, "The One Thing," by entrepreneur Gary Keller. During the conversation, Malia and Chris have different stances on whether "To-Do Lists" are effective. Toussaint explains why he was so intrigued by the 80/20 principle. Chris also shares how the book changed his outlook on multitasking. The three also explain what they believe their one thing is. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast to support your favorite millennial podcasters. From Los Angeles, California to Charlotte, North Carolina, reading has NEVER been this lit!!!

    1 hr 12 min
  • 68 |Walking By Faith, Not by Sight feat. Shania Eaglin

    On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by author and entrepeneur, Shania Eaglin. On the episode, the three discuss Shania's book, "Faith Talk," which she recently published during the pandemic. During the conversation, Shania explains why she was so hesitant to start writing, how she turned her blog into a book, what was the final straw of her obeying God. The three also revisit a conversation that has been discussed on the podcast before: "Do you know what your calling is?" Shania explains what her calling is and how she feels like her calling benefits other people. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast to support your favorite millennial podcasters. From Los Angeles, California to Charlotte, North Carolina, reading has NEVER been this lit!!!

    27 min
  • 67 | Personal Branding 101 feat. Candice Nicole

    On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia speak with award winning publicist, Candice Nicole. Candice is also the founder and CEO of Candice Nicole Public Relations, or CNPR. Chris and Malia start off the episode by asking Candice a tough question: What makes her PR firm different from others? Candice explains why she decided to start her brand, why she chooses not to work with some clients and how to brand yourself in the digital world. Candice also breaks down what type of clients she works with and how she was able to help pull off the Black Alumni Ball, which started in Washington, D.C. If you missed our last episode, don't worry, click here we got you! Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.

    50 min
  • 66 |The Four Agreements feat. Aerial Austin

    On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by Aerial Austin of Aeri's Corner. The three discuss and review "The Four Agreements." During the discussion, the three explain which agreement is the most important to them currently. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.

    41 min
  • 65 |The Wealth Talk feat. Trey Parker

    On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by New York Times Best Seller and TriNet's VP of Sales, Trey Parker. The three discuss Trey's book, "The Wealth Booklet." During the conversation, Trey explains how his book is different from other financial books, what's his finance style and how his childhood prepared him to become a finance expert. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.

    32 min
  • 64 |Everyday Millionaires feat. Todd Billion

    On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by investor and entrepreneur Todd Billion to review the book "Everyday Millionaires" by Chris Hogan. The three start the episode by sharing what their idea of a millionaire looked like before reading the book. Malia explains why it was so shocking that someone can make a million dollars while working one job. Chris breaks down how his daily routine looks and how it stacks up to millionaires' routines. Todd talks about why he like investing and why he won't venture off into forex trading. The three also share throughout the podcast the steps they're taking to gross a million dollars. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.

    1 hr 11 min

About MasterMind Podcast

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MasterMind Podcast is a podcast hosted by Malia Brown and Chris Ruffin, Jr. This podcast features popular and under the radar books to help you level up in life and real stories from individuals who…