MEN THRIVE with Jeff Johnson

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Men Thrive. This week, we are joined by Keenan Scott II, critically acclaimed playwright, poet, actor, director, and producer hailing from Queens, New York. He joins us today to discuss his career on Broadway, creating Thoughts of a Colored Man, how acting has changed him, growing up in 90s New York, the importance of being well read as an actor, and the transformational pieces that inspired him. We got an excellent peek into the life of an actor and we definitely enjoyed his time with us. Tune in!

On today’s episode of Men Thrive, Johnny Venus of Earthgang joins us. Also known as OLU, Earthgang is an Atlanta-based hip hop group signed to Dreamville Records that has had the hip hop world buzzing over the past several years with their critically acclaimed mixtapes and albums. We chatted with this brother about his musical inspirations, Earthgang’s origins, growing up in Atlanta, how he defines manhood and brotherhood, and the backstory behind Spillage Village. This was a great conversation and we cannot wait to see what else Johnny has in store. Tune in!

Welcome to another season of Men Thrive. In today's episode, we have Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer and NBA Legend, Chris Webber. Chris is a throwback to Black Renaissance. By collecting African American artifacts, having his hand in several entrepreneurial endeavors, as well as providing play-by-play for NBA broadcasts he showcases his wide range of interests. In an enlightening conversation, Jeff speaks to Chris about his “Fab Five” and NBA playing days, how he dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic, parenthood during the current cultural climate, and his upcoming partnership with Morehouse College. Tune in to hear about Chris’s journey and how he uses it to inspire the next generation.

It’s our final episode of The Men Thrive Podcast Season One. Words cannot describe how grateful we are that you all have been rocking with us till now. In today’s episode your host, Jeff Johnson, revisits a few of his Top 5 Most Memorable moments and talks about how much this season has meant to him. Although we will be away for a few weeks we hope that you continue to show up WHOLE, operate with JOY, and live with POWER. Happy Holidays & a Happy New Year from the entire Men Thrive Team. We’ll talk to you soon.

In today's Episode of Men Thrive your host Jeff Johnson os joined by Father, Husband, former Democratic member of the Missouri House of Representatives and CEO and founder of Pine Street Strategies Don Calloway. In a very candid conversation about the culture and all things, marriage Jeff and Don get into what it looks like to be a husband and many of the things they had to unlearn as they've grown. Tune in to hear how Don gives us the tools on how to live a thriving life.

In today’s episode of Men Thrive, Jeff Johnson is joined by City Council Member, Professor, and Activists  Dr. Wes Ballamy.  At age 29, Bellamy was the youngest councilor elected under the current form of city government.  In a candid conversation, Wes shares with us his journey to the man he's become today.  Lastly, he shares many important keys to navigating the current state of our nation and dives into the everyday challenges, growth, and joys of his role as a father and husband.  Tune in to hear how Wes gives us the tools on how to live a thriving life.

In today’s episode of Men Thrive Jeff Johnson is joined by Founder & President of Squire technologies, Dave Salvant. Squire is a back-end barbershop management tool for independent businesses they launched in 2016. Dave shares with us what it takes and means to be an entrepreneur. He gives us the breakdown of how he was able to raise 100 million dollars in Venture Capitalist funding for his business Squire.  Laslty, he shares many important keys to generational wealth.  Tune in to hear how Dave gives us the tools on how to live a thriving life.

In Today’s episode of Men Thrive, Jeff Johnson is joined by Grammy Award Winning Producer, DJ, Professor, and Hall of Famer, Ninth Wonder. He gives us the blueprint on how he evolved from a young student in North Carolina to a legendary Producer and Lecturer.  Ninth dives his thoughts on the new wave of accessibility in the music industry as well as the many lessons he's learned through his years in the industry.  He also shares with us how's he's navigated grief with the recent loss of his brother.   Tune in to hear how to Ninth Wonder gives us the tools on how to live a thriving life.

In today's episode of Men Thrive with Jeff Johnson we had the chance to catch up with  Executive Director of the Washington, DC Chapter of the Recording Academy  Jeriel Johnson.  Jeriel has previously held roles at Disney, Warner Bros. Records, and NBCUniversal, but most importantly he's a husband and  father. In a very candid conversation, Jeriel dives into his relationship with health and wellness, and how he had to battle through a heart attack at the young age of 27.  He also shares how these last few months at home have strengthed his values, relationships, and work ethic. Lastly, he drops gems on the current state of the music industry and how to navigate the business side.  Tune in as Jeriel gives us the blueprint on what it really means to Thrive instead of simply grinding to survive.

In today’s episode of Men Thrive we are joined by Serial Entrepreneur, Marketing Agency Leader, Founder of Sunday 2 Sunday, Kukua Corp CBD Products and Venture Noire, Keenan Beasley. The list honestly goes on and on for this brother.  In a very candid conversation, Keenan shares with us his why and how his mother has shaped how he moves as a curator and entrepreneur. He shares what entrepreneurship means to him and what it’s taken for him to get to where he is today. It's a true conversation of purpose and work ethic.  Tune in as Keenan gives us the blueprint on what it really means to Thrive.