Money Making Conversations Master Class

On this episode of Money Making Conversations Master Class, I speak with Jawn Murray. Jawn Murray is Executive Producer of the new nationally syndicated “SHERRI” show hosted by Sherri Shepherd. A recognizable face and a multi-hyphenate talent, Jawn has spent the majority of his career as a TV host/contributor, media personality and as a journalist.

Jawn shares the hurdles he overcame in his career as well as provides advice for others interested in pursuing careers in television and film.

Topics Covered

Launching the “Sherri” show hosted by Sherri Shepherd as the Executive Producer

Jawn was a latch-key key and student of daytime TV and has always said, talk show hosts like Ricki Lake, Montel Williams and Rolonda Watts were his babysitters.

Meaningful moment with Tyra Banks at “Sherri” as she spoke about the lack of Black men executive producing in daytime

Jawn recently produced and directed an episode of TV One’s “Uncensored” featuring Garcelle Beauvais (episode premieres Oct. 16)

Jawn will be a featured moderator at Louis Carr’s The Blueprint Men’s Summit in Chicago from Oct. 21-22

More On Jawn Murray

Jawn Murray is a TV commentator, pop culture expert, media personality and social media influencer best known for hosting TV shows for Travel Channel, EPIX and NFL Network, as well as appearing on cable news channels like CNN, HLN and MSNBC. Ebony magazine named him as one of the "30 on the Rise" to watch in the industry, and the NAACP recognized him as one of "40 Power Players Under 40."

The Daytime Emmy Award-winning talk show host, comedian, actor, and best-selling author Sherri Shepherd brings her inimitable, authentic and comedic perspective to daytime with her own nationally-syndicated talk show, SHERRI.

More On "SHERRI"

Sherri’s warm, relatable and engaging personality will shine through as she offers her comedic take on the day’s entertainment news, pop culture, and trending topics with the daytime audience. As America’s favorite girl next door, her comedy-driven show will feature celebrity interviews, informative experts, moments of inspiration and amazing everyday people to create an hour of entertainment escapism.

Taped live in New York City in front of a live studio audience, SHERRI is produced and distributed by Debmar-Mercury.

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Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones provides tools for success for entrepreneurs, small and large business owners. She shares advice on how to create multiple streams of income from what you already know. Tune in for information you can apply to your life today!

Topics Covered

Stop Giving Away Your Intellectual Property for Free.

Build Your Business with a Blueprint

Move beyond Marketing and; Build Your Know, Like; and Trust Factor

You Should Have Multiple Streams of Income and One Should Include Making Money While You Sleep

Be Willing to Step Outside Your Comfort Zone

More On Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones

Dr. Nicole Roberts Jones is uniquely gifted at one thing – drawing out what’s best in YOU and helping you take your Brilliance to The Bank. A veteran of the entertainment industry, Nicole worked in Talent Management and Casting before shifting her talents to help others Bankroll Their Brilliance.

Nicole now works with entrepreneurs to create multiple streams of income from what they already know in order to build an empire from their expertise. Additionally, she provides training and development to corporations to raise employee engagement and retention.

Nicole is a nationally recognized transformational speaker, bankroll your brilliance expert and best-selling author.

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From Destiny's Child to Raising Kanan, Letoya Luckett discusses her career journey and the new season of the STARZ Powerbook III: Raising Kanan. 

Among the most successful, innovative business leaders in the music industry, veteran music executive and DVERSE Media CEO, Benny Pough, has shaped the sound and culture of music worldwide.

About LeToya Luckett

On the acting front, LeToya previously recurred on OWN’s “Greenleaf” for three seasons. She has also appeared in recurring roles in Fox’s “Rosewood” and HBO’s “Ballers”. As a singer-songwriter, LeToya’s debut solo album on Capitol Records topped the Billboard 200 chart and was certified platinum. Her most recent album “Back 2 Life” was released in May 2017 on eOne. Prior to that, she was a founding member of the iconic girl group Destiny’s Child.

ABOUT BENNY POUGH

Benny Pough is a respected entertainment industry veteran with decades of experience propelling the careers of some of today's leading superstars including Jay-Z, Rihanna, Mary J. Blige, Kanye West, Travis Scott, Future, DJ Khaled, Yo Gotti, and 21 Savage. Pough has left an indelible mark on the music industry holding executive roles at labels Motown, Def Jam, Epic Records and MCA Records, culminating in his role as President of Roc Nation Music before ultimately deciding to pivot to entrepreneurship. Over two years later, Pough's multi-tiered entertainment company DVERSE Media is home to record labels, distribution platforms, publishing, management and more. This powerhouse entity comes in addition to Al J. Britt Enterprises, Pough's real estate management company that has garnered over 100 doors as part of his portfolio. For more information on Benny Pough, visit www.BennyPough.com.

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From Destiny's Child to Raising Kanan, Letoya Luckett discusses her career journey and the new season of the STARZ Powerbook III: Raising Kanan.

Topics Covered

LeToya Luckett, stars as “Kenya Pierce” in the new season of “Power Book III: Raising Kanan”

New show on YouTube - "Leave It To LeToya"

About LeToya Luckett

On the acting front, LeToya previously recurred on OWN’s “Greenleaf” for three seasons. She has also appeared in recurring roles in Fox’s “Rosewood” and HBO’s “Ballers”. As a singer-songwriter, LeToya’s debut solo album on Capitol Records topped the Billboard 200 chart and was certified platinum. Her most recent album “Back 2 Life” was released in May 2017 on eOne. Prior to that, she was a founding member of the iconic girl group Destiny’s Child.

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Rushion McDonald talks to Michelle Lilly. She is an entrepreneur, cryptocurrency and technology investor and educator, philanthropist, international speaker, business mentor, and visionary with the power to inspire and create results. Her motto is “You are the Opportunity!” Michelle is the founder of Disruptive Blockchain Technologies, a Blockchain Technology Innovation company, and is also the Founder of Crypto Rich, where she works with her two children. Their focus is on cryptocurrency education for the younger generation.

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Rushion McDonald celebrates 5th Anniversary of Money Making Conversations Master Class broadcasts; Rushion interviews NAACP Image Award-winning actress Wendy Raquel Robinson, NAACP Image Award-winning actress/comedian Kym Whitley, EMMYⓇ-winning TV personality/producer Shaun Robinson, GRAMMY-nominated Jazz recording artists Marcus and Jean Baylor (The Baylor Project), and Stella Award-winning gospel recording artist Pastor Mike Jr.

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Rushion McDonald talks to Marcus and Jean Baylor. The Grammy-nominated Jazz Duo, for their album: The Baylor Project: Generations. “Generations,” released in 2021, earned the duo its first NAACP Image Award win for Outstanding Jazz Album-Vocal and its 4th GRAMMY® Nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album. Generations became the #1 jazz vocal album on the JazzWeek radio charts, and the standout song “We Swing (The Cypher)” was named among NPR Music’s 100 Best Songs of 2021

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Chris Cole, a seven-figure day trader. Founder of the SEVEN22 Project. SEVEN22 Project is an NFT project aiming to document black history on the blockchain while teaching financial courses and Crypto Exchange. Help minority households further and grant resources to the holders of these projects. The SEVEN22 Project takes us on a compelling journey through digital artwork to explore and showcase the global cultural contributions of Africans and African-Americans. The blockchain will provide an indelible record of the beginning of The Movement that will reshape wealth in minority communities. Anyone can create an NFT. All that’s needed is a digital wallet, a small purchase of Ethereum, and a connection to an NFT marketplace where you’ll be able to upload and turn the content into an NFT or crypto art.

Topics Covered

B.W.O Conference

1% trading room

First African American listing director of publicly traded company.

How will the new Forex and Crypto Exchange further help minority households?

More About Chris Cole

Chris Cole is the founder and lead trader of the profitable trading club "Market Keys" and President of B.W.O. Bridging Wealth Opportunities. A 7-Figure Trader, Author, Speaker and Powerpreneur Chris Cole is the first African American listing director of a publicly- traded company and on July 30,2021 will launch the first African American owned Forex and Crypto currency exchange.

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Jim VandeHei, Co-Founder and CEO of celebrated media company Axios, is out with a new book "Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less," co-authored with his Axios co-founders Mike Allen and Roy Schwartz. Sharing the ingredients for success and their decades of experience in media, business, and communications, this book provides a guide for readers to communicate more effectively and efficiently in the digital age with the concept of "Smart Brevity."

The iconic Jim Jones drops in on Money Making Conversations Master Class and discusses everything from his crypto currency to not being thanked for sparking Love & Hip-Hop. Tune in as we cover all his entrepreneurial endeavors from Cannabis Brand to fitness training.

More About the Jim VandeHei

JIM VANDEHEI is the cofounder, CEO and chairman of Axios, a media company focused on breaking news and invaluable insights across business, politics, technology and the world. Axios helps readers and viewers get smarter, faster across the consequential topics reshaping our country and lives. As CEO, VandeHei has steered Axios into becoming one of the most celebrated digital media success stories of the past decade. VandeHei is also an executive producer of the Emmy Award–winning docu-news series, Axios on HBO. Before Axios, VandeHei cofounded and was CEO of Politico, the media company that upended and revolutionized political and policy journalism in Washington DC, New York, and Europe. Overseeing both the editorial and business teams, VandeHei was the leading strategist behind its highly scalable and successful business model. Prior to this, VandeHei spent more than a decade as a reporter, covering the presidency and Congress for The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post. He was named national Editor of the Year in 2016. VandeHei is from Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He has a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.

More on Jim Jones

Jim Jones is A Hip Hop Icon, Television Star, Entrepreneur, and Entertainment Mogul under Roc Nation Management. He is one of the founding members of 90s Rap Group, The Diplomats. Jones is known for successful hits such as “We Fly High” and “Pop Champagne.” Jim was the co-creator of VH1’s Love & Hip Hop.” He starred in television roles on “Chrissy & Mr. Jones,” “Vow or Never” and “Marriage Bootcamp Family Edition” via WEtv. Jim recently starred in Irv “Gotti” Lorenzo’s anthology series, TALES on BET and currently The Drip Report featuring Weavahman Jim via Revolt (now renewed for a sixth season). Jim is a partner of Saucey Extracts. During the recent pandemic Jones created Quarantine Studios where artists can record virtually in real time. He also started Vamp Fit and CapoCoin. He also was a partner in the The Richmond Roughriders AFL football team, VL-mobile communication service, Vampire Life Clothing as well as the VampBerry beverage brand. Gangsta Grillz - We Set the Trends, The Fraud Department, El Capo Delux, El Capo, Wasted Talent, recent albums were through EMPIRE. All received significant praise from critics – the Howard Stern Show called the recent album a “masterpiece,” and the Joe Budden Podcast, as well as Complex, said Jones has one of the top albums of 2018, 2019, 2021. Diddy said Jim Jones has elevated himself as an emcee. Jim has a significant social media following, with over 5 million followers on Twitter and Instagram combined and is dedicated to various humanitarian efforts and has displayed his affinity for giving back to the inner city youth community through VAMP Cares.

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Jim VandeHei, Co-Founder and CEO of celebrated media company Axios, is out with a new book "Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less," co-authored with his Axios co-founders Mike Allen and Roy Schwartz. Sharing the ingredients for success and their decades of experience in media, business, and communications, this book provides a guide for readers to communicate more effectively and efficiently in the digital age with the concept of "Smart Brevity."

Topics Covered

Jim VandeHei is the cofounder, CEO and chairman of Axios.

Incorporate Smart Brevity into both written, verbal and visual communications. Learn why Smart Brevity is so powerful to get your message across.

Grab your audience’s attention immediately

Determine what information is most relevant for an audience

Use Smart Brevity to enhance professional and personal relationships. Book provides real-life examples, and how-tos of this methodology, so you can use Smart Brevity in presentations, your writing, even meetings.

More About the Jim VandeHei

JIM VANDEHEI is the cofounder, CEO and chairman of Axios, a media company focused on breaking news and invaluable insights across business, politics, technology and the world. Axios helps readers and viewers get smarter, faster across the consequential topics reshaping our country and lives. As CEO, VandeHei has steered Axios into becoming one of the most celebrated digital media success stories of the past decade. VandeHei is also an executive producer of the Emmy Award–winning docu-news series, Axios on HBO. Before Axios, VandeHei cofounded and was CEO of Politico, the media company that upended and revolutionized political and policy journalism in Washington DC, New York, and Europe. Overseeing both the editorial and business teams, VandeHei was the leading strategist behind its highly scalable and successful business model. Prior to this, VandeHei spent more than a decade as a reporter, covering the presidency and Congress for The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post. He was named national Editor of the Year in 2016. VandeHei is from Oshkosh, Wisconsin. He has a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.

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