Money Making Conversations Master Class

Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews George Lambert.  He is the President and CEO of the Greater Washington Urban League. The League is on a mission to increase the economic and political power of historically disenfranchised and excluded Black and other populations of color. GWUL works to advance racial equity as a mechanism to achieve equality while also driving the acceleration of economic self-reliance, political parity, and physical and mental wellness.  Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class George Lambert.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Jackson Dunbar.

Entrepreneur, author, and chronic pain advocate, joined Rushion McDonald to discuss his book Race Matters in Pain Medicine, his experience living with chronic pain following a serious car accident and failed back surgery, and the lessons he learned about resilience, health, and financial success. The conversation combines personal testimony, healthcare advocacy, and practical strategies for overcoming adversity.

Dunbar shared how chronic pain dramatically changed his life but ultimately pushed him to develop new approaches to physical health, financial stability, and personal growth. His story demonstrates how determination, self-education, and adaptability can help individuals thrive despite significant challenges.

Purpose of the Interview

The interview aimed to:

• Discuss Dunbar's book Race Matters in Pain Medicine.
• Raise awareness about disparities in pain management and healthcare treatment.
• Share his experience navigating chronic pain and recovery.
• Inspire people facing personal, health, or professional setbacks.
• Encourage financial literacy, self-help, and personal accountability.
• Provide practical strategies for creating success under difficult circumstances.

Key Takeaways 1. Resilience Is a Choice

Dunbar emphasizes that while people cannot always control what happens to them, they can control how they respond. Rather than focusing on what he lost, he concentrated on what he could still accomplish.

2. Create a New Normal

A central theme of the discussion is that recovery does not always mean returning to life exactly as it was before. Success often comes from adapting and building a sustainable new reality.

3. Race Matters in Healthcare

Dunbar highlights disparities in pain treatment and argues that race can influence how patients are treated, diagnosed, and prescribed medication. His book explores these inequities and their consequences.

4. Chronic Pain Affects Every Aspect of Life

Pain impacts more than physical health. It affects emotional well-being, family relationships, work performance, finances, and overall quality of life.

5. Self-Advocacy Is Essential

Patients must become informed participants in their own healthcare. Dunbar encourages people to ask questions, seek information, and actively engage in treatment decisions.

6. Financial Education Creates Opportunity

Dunbar believes financial literacy is a critical life skill. He encourages continuous learning about investing, wealth creation, and economic trends regardless of one's circumstances.

7. Health and Wealth Are Connected

His journey demonstrates that improving health and improving finances can occur simultaneously through discipline, education, and consistent effort.

8. Apply Business Thinking to Personal Challenges

Dunbar credits much of his success to using a solutions-focused, analytical approach to managing his health, finances, and personal goals.

Memorable Quotes

"If you're about to make a change in your life and you feel uncomfortable, that's the best feeling you can have because for the first time in your life, you'll make a decision that's going to be best for you."

"I made money, lost 90 pounds, and thrived in chronic pain."

"Race matters in pain medicine."

"A strong believer in self-help, Jackson Dunbar applied solutions-focused business logic to his own health."

Bottom Line

The interview is a powerful discussion about overcoming adversity through resilience, self-advocacy, financial literacy, and personal responsibility. Jackson Dunbar's message is that while chronic pain and life-changing setbacks may alter a person's path, they do not have to define their future. By creating a new normal, staying informed, and focusing on solutions, individuals can continue to grow, succeed, and make a positive impact on others.

Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success.

Business Podcast

Entrepreneurship

Small Business

Business Growth

Financial Literacy

Wealth Building

Black Entrepreneurs

Minority Business

Leadership

Executive Leadership

Business Funding

Marketing Strategies

Personal Development

Startup Advice

Sales Training

CEO Interviews

Founder Stories

Professional Development

Economic Empowerment

Business Success

Networking

Brand Building

Innovation

How to start a business

Small business funding

Entrepreneur success stories

Business leadership podcast

Wealth building strategies

Black entrepreneur podcast

Minority business development

Marketing for small businesses

Business growth strategies

Startup funding opportunities

Executive leadership training

Financial literacy education

Success mindset podcast

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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily.  I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur.  Keep winning!

My guest today is Tracy Hudson.  The average American woman’s beauty routine exposes her to more than 150 different toxins and chemicals every single day. For Tracy Hudson Skin Care, nothing about that is acceptable.  As a celebrity esthetician training in dermatology working alongside a physician and dermatologist since 2006, Tracy has researched skin, educating her audience, and building an award-winning line of products. Her hands-on experience as an esthetician and trusted skin care expert has created a real-world solution — products that are formulated for different types of skin so your face will get exactly what it needs to look and feel its best.   Tracy has a long list of notable clients including Monica, DL Hughley, Andra Day, Anthony Anderson, Courtney B. Vance, Michelle Williams, Solange Knowles, Tyler The Creator, and Bresha Webb.  Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class Tracy Hudson.

Money Making Conversations Master Class with Rushion McDonald is America's premier entrepreneurship, business leadership, financial literacy, and wealth-building podcast featuring successful entrepreneurs, executives, founders, celebrities, and industry experts sharing actionable insights for professional and financial success.

Business Podcast

Entrepreneurship

Small Business

Business Growth

Financial Literacy

Wealth Building

Black Entrepreneurs

Minority Business

Leadership

Executive Leadership

Business Funding

Marketing Strategies

Personal Development

Startup Advice

Sales Training

CEO Interviews

Founder Stories

Professional Development

Economic Empowerment

Business Success

Networking

Brand Building

Innovation

How to start a business

Small business funding

Entrepreneur success stories

Business leadership podcast

Wealth building strategies

Black entrepreneur podcast

Minority business development

Marketing for small businesses

Business growth strategies

Startup funding opportunities

Executive leadership training

Financial literacy education

Success mindset podcast

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My guest today is Jackson Dunbar.  Life was almost perfect for Social Entrepreneur Jackson Dunbar; the founder of The WellMed Foundation and WellMed/Atlanta, a privately owned Psychiatric Medical firm. Once thriving in the Healthcare space, Dunbar heavily invested in the stock market, building a handsome portfolio that fueled his companies’ growth and local job creation. It seemed that everything was going extremely well, until a tragic car accident nearly took his life. Thankfully, he lived, but he lost his quality of life as Chronic Pain made it impossible for him to walk normally, play with his kids, or even hug his wife.  In his tell-all book, RACE MATTERS IN PAIN MEDICINE, Jackson Dunbar, Esq. gives a first-hand account on how he ‘Made Money, Lost 90 Lbs. and Thrived in Chronic Pain".  Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class Jackson Dunbar.

My guest today is Tracy Hudson.  The average American woman’s beauty routine exposes her to more than 150 different toxins and chemicals every single day. For Tracy Hudson Skin Care, nothing about that is acceptable.  As a celebrity esthetician training in dermatology working alongside a physician and dermatologist since 2006, Tracy has researched skin, educating her audience, and building an award-winning line of products. Her hands-on experience as an esthetician and trusted skin care expert has created a real-world solution — products that are formulated for different types of skin so your face will get exactly what it needs to look and feel its best.   Tracy has a long list of notable clients including Monica, DL Hughley, Andra Day, Anthony Anderson, Courtney B. Vance, Michelle Williams, Solange Knowles, Tyler The Creator, and Bresha Webb.  Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class Tracy Hudson.

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My guest is renowned R&B singer/songwriter KEM.   For all of his life, Kem has been driven by music and the emotions involved in bringing his music to life. He is now the author of Share My Life. In this memoir, he describes a mother who is never without a beer in her hand and a tense relationship with his father. KEM is nineteen and homeless, roaming the cold streets of Detroit, spiraling to drug use in his search for relief. He is on the show to discuss his new book Share My Life which documents his inspiring journey from inauspicious beginnings to superstardom. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class, the one and only KEM.

My guest today is Dr. Corey Hebert.  He is the Chief Medical Officer of Dillard University and an Assistant Professor at LSU Health Sciences Center and Tulane University Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, an ER physician for over 25 years and one of the leading voices for Sickle Cell care.  Dr. Hebert is co-hosting a new show called Living Your Life.  He interviews incredible people who refuse to let a life-threatening illness hold them back from success. He also talks with today's top medical, community, and entertainment influencers!  The series, Living Your Life, brings attention to families and individuals thriving despite sickle cell disease or sickle cell trait.   Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class Dr, Corey Hebert.

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My guest is Bobby Cartwright Jr., Founder and Executive Producer of the Gospel Superfest Franchise. Is producing the Gospel SuperFest Easter Jam starring Ricky Dillard & New G, Pastor Donnie McClurkin, J. Moss, Deitrick Haddon, Leandria Johnson, Isabel Davis, and many others.   Unity Media, a Christian-based firm owned by the husband-and-wife team, Bobby & Renita Cartwright, produces the shows. Motivated by his wife, Bobby tells his journey to reach his dreams. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Bobby Cartwright Jr.

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My guest is Ryan Wilson. He is the co-founder and CEO of The Gathering Spot, a private membership network that serves as a hub for collaboration and connections for African Americans. The Gathering Spot opened in Atlanta in 2016 and have since expanded nationally to Los Angeles and Washington, DC. In 2022, The Gathering Spot was acquired by Greenwood, Inc, creating the most significant fintech and community platform for Blacks and minorities with a combined, collaborating business community of over 1 million people. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class Ryan Wilson.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Dr. Robert Watkins.  He is the CEO of Conquer Worldwide.  Conquer Worldwide is a consulting firm that offers business advisory services and financial consulting to individuals and corporations.  Dr. Watkins has invested in over 200 new business owners, assisted thousands of families in changing the trajectory of their financial legacies, and has facilitated more than $10 million in capital for startups.  Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class Dr. Robert Watkins.

My guest is Ryan Wilson. He is the co-founder and CEO of The Gathering Spot, a private membership network that serves as a hub for collaboration and connections for African Americans. The Gathering Spot opened in Atlanta in 2016 and has since expanded nationally to Los Angeles and Washington, DC. In 2022, The Gathering Spot was acquired by Greenwood, Inc, creating the most significant fintech and community platform for Blacks and minorities with a combined, collaborating business community of over 1 million people. Please welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class Ryan Wilson.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Melody Brown. She started in the industry making slime on the popular TV show Double Dare. Now, she is the Associate Vice President of Consumer Media Content at Blavity, Inc. A corporation that builds solutions for Black and multicultural audiences and enterprises who want to reach their brands and redefine millennial stereotypes. She is on the show to discuss how she drives that revenue in the ever-changing world that we live in. 

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviews Sherri Shepherd. She pursued her dream of being a talk show host for nearly two decades. She overcame being fired from The View, divorced, and industry rejections to host the #1 new daytime talk show, Sherri. Sherri also promotes her Two Funny Mamas Live Stand-Up Comedy Tour with actress and comedian Kym Whitley.

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