Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominic Adams.

 

🎙️ Dominic Adams' Interview & Key Highlights

Dominic Adams, founder of Plain James Travel, discusses his journey in the travel industry, how he helps clients plan stress-free vacations, and ways people can get paid to travel.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. The Inspiration Behind Plain James Travel

   • Adams realized the need for travel planning services after organizing a trip for 50 men to an NFL game in Miami.
   • He saw firsthand how travelers struggle with logistics and decided to create a business that simplifies the process.

2. Hassle-Free Travel Planning

   • His company provides concierge-style travel services, handling everything from flights and hotels to local experiences.
   • He customizes trips based on clients’ preferences, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience.

3. Why the Dominican Republic is a Hot Travel Destination

   • Adams highlighted the growing popularity of the Dominican Republic due to its luxury resorts and vibrant local culture.
   • Major hotel chains are expanding in the region, making it a top choice for travelers.

4. How People Can Get Paid to Travel

   • Travel agents earn commissions by booking trips for clients.
   • Hosting group trips allows organizers to travel for free or receive financial incentives.
   • Cruise lines sometimes offer free trips to well-groomed, social individuals who engage with guests.

5. The 40-City, 45K Run Campaign

   • Adams launched a nationwide running tour to promote health and wellness while traveling.
   • He partners with local running clubs and businesses to spotlight communities during his journey.

📘 About Dominic Adams
Dominic Adams is a travel entrepreneur and founder of Plain James Travel, specializing in customized travel experiences. His company helps clients plan stress-free vacations while offering unique opportunities to explore the world.

 

 

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Lamar Fletcher.

He is a real estate investor and entrepreneur focused on affordable housing solutions. He is the founder of Fletchers Capital Affordable Housing Fund LLC, a Georgia-based company dedicated to real estate and rental investments.

🔑 Lamar Fletcher’s Affordable Housing Plan

1. Investment in Affordable Housing

   • Fletcher’s fund acquires and revitalizes distressed properties to create affordable housing options.
   • His strategy ensures high-quality housing while maintaining affordability for families.

2. Community-Focused Development

   • His projects aim to provide stable housing for low-income families and underserved communities.
   • He integrates affordable units into larger real estate developments to promote inclusivity.

3. Private Equity & Capital Raising

   • Fletcher operates as a private investment group, allowing investors to support affordable housing while earning returns.
   • His fund focuses on sustainable financial models to expand housing accessibility.

4. Support for Vulnerable Populations

   • His initiatives include housing solutions for domestic violence survivors and individuals facing financial hardship.
   • He advocates for equal housing opportunities across different income levels.

📘 About Lamar Fletcher

Lamar Fletcher is a Georgia-based entrepreneur specializing in real estate investment and affordable housing development. He has founded multiple companies, including Fletchers Capital Affordable Housing Fund LLC, which focuses on rental and leasing properties. His work is centered on creating sustainable housing solutions while generating investment opportunities.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Lamar Fletcher.

He founded Fletchers Multi-Family Fund in 2020 as a private investment group aimed to help private investors earn short term capital gains on their invested capital in the Short-term rental space where he has managed over 42 short-term rental units for clients and 10 units in his own portfolio. Lamar has built a lucrative business using a process that has helped him to now be honored to be capital raising expert and an operator in the rental arbitrage space and single/ multi-family development space. He has developed a skill set in increasing revenue, driving value turning distressed assets to profitable investments.

Lamar has been passionate about providing more affordable housing high quality units because he believes that every family should have quality housing despite their income level. High quality housing should be an essential from poor communities to rich. It is one essential of life that we all should share equal accessibility.

Fletchers Multi-Family Fund was started by Lamar to help to improve and give all families adequate housing.

We focus on implementing affordability to Mixed-Use Real estate development opportunities where we can accumulate wealth investing in value add distressed assets.

Talking Points/Questions *    
Tell me about the funding

Developed a skill set in increasing revenue, driving value turning distressed assets to profitable investments.

You believe that every family should have quality housing despite their income level.

How does it work?

What inspired you to launch a program for women who are victims of domestic violence?

What do you need to realize your goal sets?

Company Description *    
Private Equity firm focused on affordable Single Family & Multi-family Mixed-use Real Estate Developments

We focus on implementing affordability to Mixed-Use Real estate development opportunities where we can accumulate wealth investing in value add distressed assets.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Beau Henderson.

He hosts The Retirement Resource Show, shares insights on retirement planning, financial independence, and strategies for securing a stable future.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Redefining Retirement

   • Retirement is no longer just about stopping work at 65—it’s about financial freedom and purpose.
   • Many retirees are choosing to work part-time, consult, or travel earlier in life.

2. The Reality of Social Security

   • Social Security was designed in 1935 when life expectancy was much lower.
   • Today, retirees may live 30-40 years beyond retirement age, requiring better financial planning.

3. Financial Industry Challenges

   • Henderson critiques the financial services industry for prioritizing profits over people.
   • Encourages individuals to take control of their financial future through proactive planning.

4. The Importance of Financial Education

   • Many people lack knowledge about investment planning, Social Security, and retirement strategies.
   • Henderson stresses the need for ongoing financial education and personalized planning.

5. Avoiding Financial Scams

   • Scammers target retirees with fraudulent IRS, Social Security, and investment schemes.
   • Henderson shares tips on recognizing scams and protecting personal information.

📘 About Beau Henderson
Beau Henderson is a financial strategist and host of The Retirement Resource Show. He has helped over 3,000 clients improve their financial relationships and secure their retirement future.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jason Brown.

A stock market investor and founder of Power Trades University. Brown shares his journey from investing a $10,000 student loan into the stock market to building a six-figure trading account. He discusses financial literacy, stock market strategies, and how everyday people can start their journey to becoming millionaires in five years.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Jason Brown’s Stock Market Journey

   • Started investing at 18 with $2,000 but lost most of it due to poor financial advice.
   • Later used a $10,000 student loan to invest in stocks, growing it into a six-figure portfolio.

2. Understanding Stock Market Basics

   • Explains the importance of financial education and learning stock patterns.
   • Introduces the concept of technical analysis, practical news insights, and fundamental evaluations.

3. Power Trades University & Wealth Building

   • Created an online education platform to teach stock and options trading.
   • Offers courses, coaching, and community support to help individuals achieve financial independence.

4. The Five-Year Millionaire Strategy

   • Shares how making 10% returns per trade over 60 trades can lead to a $1.2 million portfolio.
   • Emphasizes the importance of consistency, strategy, and risk management in investing.

5. Investing While Working a Full-Time Job

   • Encourages people to use their salaries to fund investments rather than relying solely on wages.
   • Highlights how corporate jobs provide valuable insights into publicly traded companies.

📘 About Jason Brown
Jason Brown is a stock market investor, financial educator, and founder of Power Trades University. His upcoming book, Five-Year Millionaire, documents his journey to financial success and provides a roadmap for others to achieve wealth through stock trading.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Tonya M. Evans.

A leading authority in copyright, trademark, fintech, and technology law. Dr. Evans discusses the future of digital money, cryptocurrency, and AI in 2025, offering insights from her book Digital Money Demystified.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Understanding Digital Money & Cryptocurrency

   • Explains the evolution of digital money and how cryptocurrency is reshaping financial transactions.
   • Breaks down myths surrounding crypto, including volatility, scams, and environmental impact.

2. The Role of Blockchain in Finance

   • Discusses how blockchain technology ensures secure transactions and prevents fraud.
   • Highlights how governments and financial institutions are adapting to decentralized finance.

3. Setting Up a Cryptocurrency Wallet

   • Provides step-by-step guidance on creating a crypto wallet using platforms like Cash App, Venmo, Robinhood, and Trust Wallet.
   • Emphasizes security measures to protect digital assets from cyber threats.

4. Scams & Fraud Prevention in Crypto

   • Warns about common scams, including pump-and-dump schemes and fraudulent investment opportunities.
   • Shares how blockchain forensics help recover stolen funds and track illicit transactions.

5. The Future of AI & Digital Finance in 2025

   • Predicts how AI will enhance financial security, automate transactions, and improve investment strategies.
   • Discusses the increasing shift toward a cashless society and digital banking.

📘 About Dr. Tonya M. Evans
Dr. Evans is a tenured professor at Penn State Dickinson Law and an expert in fintech and technology law. Her book, Digital Money Demystified, provides a comprehensive guide to understanding cryptocurrency and its impact on the financial landscape.

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The Strawberry Letter heard on The Steve Harvey Morning Show Wednesday, May 28th, 2025: "Do I Need To Keep These Two Apart?"

A woman writes in because she is concerned about what her husband and her daughter's relationship has become. The woman married her husband when her daughter was 17. Now, the daughter is 30 and the woman is concerned that something funny may be going on. Listen to the whole letter and check out Steve & Shirley's responses.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Christopher Gray.

CEO and co-founder of Path. Gray discusses how his AI-powered platform is transforming test preparation for professional certifications, IT, cybersecurity, healthcare, and college admission exams.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. The Vision Behind Path

   • Path provides unlimited practice questions, full-length exams, and personalized study plans.
   • Uses AI to generate high-quality test prep content at a fraction of traditional costs.

2. Addressing Educational Barriers

   • Many students struggle with standardized tests due to expensive prep courses.
   • Path makes test preparation affordable, helping low-income students access scholarships and selective schools.

3. Professional Certifications & Career Growth

   • Covers IT, cybersecurity, healthcare, and teaching certifications.
   • Helps individuals pass exams like CompTIA Security+ and Praxis to secure high-paying jobs.

4. AI-Powered Test Preparation

   • Provides unlimited practice exams and step-by-step solutions.
   • Predicts users’ test scores before they take official exams, reducing financial risk.

5. Expanding Access to Education

   • Offers prep for SAT, ACT, GED, LSAT, GMAT, GRE, and MCAT.
   • Supports career changers and adults seeking new opportunities through certification programs.

📘 About Christopher Gray & Path
Christopher Gray is an entrepreneur dedicated to making education more accessible. His platform, Path, leverages AI to provide affordable and effective test preparation for students and professionals.

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The Strawberry Letter heard on The Steve Harvey Morning Show Tuesday, May 27th, 2025: "Can We Please Close The Door First?"

A woman writes in because she has had it with her husband always leaving the door open. Seriously...always. Listen for the letter and Steve & Shirley's responses.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dexter B. Jenkins. 

He discusses his journey in real estate investing, the role of faith in financial success, and strategies for overcoming fear and building wealth through property ownership.

🔑 Key Themes & Highlights

1. Overcoming Fear in Real Estate

   • Real estate is often the largest purchase people make, leading to hesitation and uncertainty.
   • Jenkins emphasizes education and networking as key tools to overcome fear and make informed decisions.

2. Faith & Financial Success

   • Jenkins integrates faith into his financial philosophy, highlighting biblical principles related to wealth and ownership.
   • He discusses how faith and financial literacy work together to create long-term success.

3. Real Estate Wealth Creation

   • His book, The Real Estate Wealth Creator Blueprint, provides strategies for overcoming financial barriers.
   • He shares insights on leveraging partnerships, securing funding, and building a sustainable investment portfolio.

4. The Importance of Ownership

   • Jenkins stresses the value of owning property and monetizing land for financial growth.
   • He explains how real estate can generate cash flow and appreciation over time.

5. Building Partnerships in Real Estate

   • He discusses the importance of vetting partners and clearly defining roles in investment deals.
   • Strategies for structuring agreements to prevent conflicts and ensure long-term success.

📘 About Dexter B. Jenkins
Dexter B. Jenkins is a real estate entrepreneur, financial strategist, and author dedicated to helping individuals build wealth through property ownership. His book, The Real Estate Wealth Creator Blueprint, provides a roadmap for overcoming financial obstacles and achieving success in real estate investing.

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