Jarrett and Chadeo sit down with Ace Call Me Ace Patterson Billboard-charting artist, tech mind, and the CEO bringing hip-hop and gaming together through Five Mics Studios.

Ace walks us through his journey, from growing up in a homeless shelter in Bridgeport to becoming one of the first in his Jamaican family to graduate college, carving a path in Big 4 and Big Tech, and then hitting the Billboard charts with his music. His story is real, its layered, and every chapter is built on intention and purpose.

We get into everything purpose, growth, faith, fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and the mindset it takes to turn a vision in your head into something the world can feel. If you're grinding for that next level or trying to redefine your path, this episode is going to spark something in you.

On this episode of More Than A Title, hosts Jarrett, Nadege and Chadeo sit down with Collette V. Smith trailblazer, speaker, and the NFLs first Black female coach. As the Founder and President of Believe N You, Inc., Collette is on a mission to empower women and youth to own their power, rewrite their narratives, and lead with purpose.

From breaking barriers on the sidelines of the New York Jets to inspiring thousands through her powerful mentorship and advocacy work, Collettes journey is one of resilience, courage, and transformation.

We dive into her experience navigating male-dominated spaces, her philosophy on leadership through authenticity, and how faith, self-belief, and service have shaped her path as a changemaker.

This ones all about breaking ceilings, building confidence, and believing in yourselfno matter where you start.

In this episode of More Than a Title, Jarrett and Chadeo sit down with Nikkia Adolphe, co-founder of Brand Savor and a true force in brand storytelling. With over 15 years shaping narratives for companies like Amazon, Meta, and Ryder, Nikkia brings a rare mix of strategy, creativity, and heart to every story she tells.

We dive into how she found her voice in the industry, what it takes to lead with authenticity, and how storytelling can be both a business tool and a form of empowerment. Nikkia opens up about her journey as a Black woman in PR and marketing, the lessons shes learned from working with legacy and high-growth brands, and how shes using her platform to inspire the next generation of communicators.

Its a real, unfiltered conversation about purpose, creativity, and owning your narrative because at the end of the day, the best stories are the ones that come from who you truly are.

On this episode of More Than a Title, Jarrett and Chadeo chop it up with the one and only Karima Sharif Ali, SVP at Doceree better known as the Fresh Princess of Media.

Karimas not just talking the talk shes been running things in healthcare marketing for years, helping 100+ brands find their voice while pushing for real representation and inclusion in the industry. From leading major campaigns to breaking barriers for women of color in leadership, her story is all about staying true, showing up bold, and owning your lane no matter the room youre in.

In this episode of More Than a Title, Jarrett and Chadeo sit down with Reema Elghossain, a powerhouse leader and all-around purpose-driven human. As the Emerging Talent and Inclusive Programming Lead, Reema has built a career around one simple but powerful idea: if you have life, you have purpose.

We talk about what it really means to live with intention not just in your career, but in how you show up for people every day. Reema shares her journey of building leaders, creating inclusive spaces, and helping others unlock their potential. From developing DEI programs to leading life-changing work in Uganda with Lend a Hand Uganda USA, shes proof that purpose isnt just something you find its something you live.

This conversation is all about celebrating people, walking in your purpose, and believing in whats possible.

On this episode of More Than A Title, Jarrett, Chadeo, and Nadege sit down with Jennifer Lewis-Ford, Global Inclusion & Diversity Lead at Block the company behind Square, Cash App, and Tidal.

From the block to the boardroom, Jennis story is all about resilience, authenticity, and purpose. She opens up about her journey leading global strategies that put belonging at the center of business, and how shes helping people and organizations turn challenges into opportunities for growth.

We get into what it really means to lead with authenticity, how to build inclusive spaces that drive innovation, and why your story is your greatest leadership tool. Jenni also drops gems on navigating corporate life while staying true to who you are and what it takes to turn vision into real impact.

This conversation is a reminder that your title doesnt define you your purpose does.

On this episode of More Than A Title, Jarrett, Chadeo, and Nadege sit down with Jeff Marshall, the Global Chief Inclusion & Impact Officer at Burson and host of The Crucible podcast.

Jeffs story is all about recognizing gaps and working like hell to fill them. From pushing for the creation of his own Chief Diversity Officer role to driving measurable change across global organizations, Jeff has never waited for permission to make things betterhe just gets it done. Hes a big-picture thinker, a people-first leader, and someone who knows that inclusion and impact arent side projectstheyre the foundation of great business and even better culture.

In this conversation, we dive into how Jeffs experiencesfrom the basketball court to the boardroomshaped his approach to leadership, why he believes belonging must be built into every level of an organization, and how vision, creativity, and heart can drive real change.

Its a powerful, honest, and inspiring talk with someone whos proof that leadership is so much more than a title.

Join Jarrett, Chadeo, and Nadege on this special episode of More Than A Title as they dive into their experiences at Culture Con and Blackweek! From standout moments and inspiring conversations to the hottest trends shaping culture today, they break down everything you need to know. Whether youre planning to attend next year or just want the inside scoop on whats happening in culture, this episode is packed with advice, reflections, and stories you wont want to miss.

On this episode of More Than a Title, me, Chadeo, and Nadege are sitting down with someone who doesnt just talk the talk he walks it, daily. Curtis Turney-Rentas is a name that holds weight in Far Rockaway, not because of accolades (though there are plenty), but because of how consistently he shows up for his people.

From founding the Far Rock Greek Council and co-founding Rock The Block Foundation, to opening The B.R.I.D.G.E. Family Enrichment Center Curtis has made it his mission to create spaces that feel like home, and that pour into our youth, our elders, and everyone in between.

We talk legacy, grassroots work, organizing across generations, and what it really means to lead in a place where trust in systems has been broken. This convo is full of love for the block, honesty about the grind, and vision for whats possible when we move together.

This ones for anyone who cares about their community and wants to make a difference not later, but right now

On this episode of More Than A Title, me, Nadege, and Chadeo chop it up with Imani EllisFounder & CEO of CultureCon and The Creative Collective. Imani didnt just build a conference, she built a cultural movement that put diverse creatives at the center of the conversation. From starting small to curating rooms with legends like Issa Rae, Spike Lee, and Tracee Ellis Ross, shes proof that when community leads, culture follows.

We get into how she scaled an idea into a platform that changes lives, why creatives need spaces built for them, and what it really takes to build something bigger than yourself. This ones all about vision, execution, and the power of betting on your community.