This episode features Tony Yang from the Phoebe Foundation discussing financial literacy and the "frugal hustle." Tony shares how he lived on a $14,000 salary after college, developing a minimalist lifestyle and the "Frugal Hustle" curriculum. He stresses budgeting, controlling money, and finding joy in simplicity. Tony highlights the importance of math and communication skills for managing money and saving 10% of his income while investing another 10%. He recommends tools like Acorns, Roth IRAs, and secured credit cards, advising careful credit use to build wealth. Connect with Tony on Instagram @keepmovingforward.

Ras Asan interviews Mia Rose Dunlap, exploring her journey from poverty to earning nearly $200K annually. Mia shares how perseverance, mentorship, and scholarships helped her overcome financial struggles and pay off $60K in student loans. She emphasizes a wealth mindset, intentional spending, and balancing frugality with self-care. Mia highlights faith, wellness, and self-worth as key to success and promotes her book The Audacity to Curate a Life You Love and her talk show The Audacity Show. She encourages listeners to follow her online for more insights.

Ras Asan explores wealth, wellness, access, and equity. This episode features brand coach Manny Hall, who explains branding as more than aesthetics—it's about shaping perception and influencing buying decisions. Manny discusses color psychology, professional online presence, and strategic spending. He promotes free events for local business owners, including a small business expo and a six-week series on practical strategies and AI. Manny also stresses the importance of entrepreneurs’ mental and physical health and shares tips like the "10 on 10" Instagram commenting method and value-driven collaboration to build strong relationships.

Ras Asan converses with Yelita Watson, founder of Watson Community Health Center, and Dr. Cassandra Shepard from Xavier University, discussing trauma’s impact on the Black community. Yelita shares expanding her health centers, inspired by her father’s service. They explore intergenerational trauma’s effects on mental and financial health, including post-traumatic slave disorder and epigenetics. Solutions include therapy, self-care, community building, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship. Dr. Shepard urges support for Black-owned businesses and culture, while Yelita stresses education and relationships for financial freedom.

Ras Asan focuses on financial literacy. This episode features the Upper Arlington High School Investment Club. Members Ishan and Joe discuss investing basics and financial education, while social media directors Iman and Nareem highlight efforts to engage youth online. Outreach director Isaac stresses spreading financial awareness. The group connects wealth with wellness, emphasizing health and saving for college. They also share plans for a fundraiser and ongoing outreach.

Ras Asan speaks with Tanika Sanders, founder of Hope and Harmony Resource Center, which helps young mothers transition from survival to stability through a 12-week program teaching life skills, financial literacy, and emotional support. Tanika shares her personal journey and stresses the importance of addressing trauma, building support networks, and practicing mindful wellness. She highlights budgeting, saving, and self-care, including managing stress as a kidney transplant recipient. The episode closes with Tanika’s advice on positive thinking and aligning with one’s purpose for success.

Ras Asan talks with Jason Teal of iSanitize and James Barnes of Immaculate Management Group (IMG), discussing entrepreneurship in sanitation and facility management. They share their journeys, the value of the sanitation industry, and the challenges of scaling a business. Jason highlights the importance of relationships, while James focuses on creating healthy spaces and IMG’s nonprofit work. Jason also discusses his tech startup IPGEN. Both offer advice on research, insurance, and building strong teams, and promote opportunities with their companies.

Ras Hasan interviews Melissa Santana, licensed counselor and Phoebe Foundation advisor, about interpersonal violence, wellness, and financial empowerment. Sponsored by the Phoebe Foundation, the show highlights workshops on saving, budgeting, and debt management with access to financial coaching. Melissa defines interpersonal violence and shares her work with The Power to Be and her podcast Santana Says, focusing on trauma recovery and violence prevention. She provides survivor resources and discusses financial challenges of leaving abuse. Melissa also covers the impact of funding cuts on services, virtual therapy options, and offers tips on managing business with wellness, including discernment and financial literacy.

This episode features Tiffany Graves, a mortgage pro, and Sharon Murphy-Williams from the Phe'be Foundation, discussing women and homeownership. Tiffany shares her journey from client to lender, stressing the importance of financial education, especially for Black women. Sharon highlights the need for stability before buying a home and the value of HUD-certified counseling. Contact Tiffany at 216-337-7864 or [email protected].

Ras Asan speaks with Lynn Johnson, a veteran bank manager, and Kevin Gaynor, a real estate expert, about the path to financial wellness and homeownership. Sponsored by the Phe’be Foundation, the show promotes the upcoming All Things Money Workshop, a free two-part series on budgeting, credit, and wealth building. Lynn emphasizes the power of financial relationships and repairing credit, while Kevin, who grew up in East Cleveland, shares insights on building long-term financial stability and dispels myths about homebuying—like needing 20% down. Both stress the importance of financial education, community support, and having a trusted banker in your corner.