Did you know that the first woman millionaire in the United States built her empire on black hair care?  Madam CJ Walker is likely the first Mary Kay, but instead of makeup, her focus was on haircare for a segment of women who needed a self esteem boost.  Imagine that you have no clue how to take care of or manage your hair.  Now imagine that someone not only shows you, but shares with you how to start your own business and share the good news with others?  I speak with her biographer and heir, A'Lelia Bundles.  Her journey to tell the Mme Walker story is amazing and it is now about to be a Netflix series and is now the product line is rebooted at national beauty retailers.

While the Women in the Workplace study from McKinsey and the LeanIn organization call black women "double outsiders," these women of color are creating their own spaces with entrepreneurship.  Meet one of my kindred spirits who has carved out a niche with her own marketing and web design agency...and a new project that she announces exclusively on our show.  It's what spurs a whole conversation between the two of us about social media and relationships.

T H I S G U Y makes it his business to make you laugh. I’m just glad to call him a friend. In fact, I owe a lot to him because he took time to talk me through this podcast thing, and the thing lives because of his wise advice. I want you to meet him too. Jamie Roberts is on the rise as a comedian, and he is an accomplished radio exec in the country’s No. 1 market. You know a friend who runs towards you, not away, when you say you have an idea or a dream... and they help you make it happen. You won’t want to miss this one. Put it on your holiday list to listen!

This week, we’ll speak with Eva Green Wilson, of SocaMom.com®. She is an award-winning parenting blogger and a speaker. Most importantly, she is one of my besties! The story of how we met and became friends is epic. I think you’ll love her as much as I do.And by the way, we bonded over a good curry and ginger beer at carnival in Atlanta. We talk about how her whole family has gotten in on the blogging scene, and talk about parenting in the Internet age...and a whole lot more!

This beauty doesn’t have to speak to be heard, but she has something to say. Introducing to few, reintroducing to many Lauren Maillian, best-selling author and brand strategist and all-round #BAWSE (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/bawse/). Her story is incredible, and you can hear it on #theculturesouppodcast (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/theculturesouppodcast%F0%9F%8D%9C/)

A full-circle moment is really the headline of DJ Niena Drake's life, and she bucks all the negative women stereotypes.  She sits at the intersection of tech, business and culture, and while she is spinning for some of the biggest celebrities and brands, she is spreading sunshine and pouring into the lives of striving young people.

Happy Thanksgiving!  We have a bonus episode for you! What a JOY chatting with this young man who is already killing the acting game at the ripe old age of 11 years old!! He’s had roles on Underground, Cloak and Dagger and now @netflix (https://www.instagram.com/netflix/)’s All About the Washingtons.... which is where I met him and his family— at the LA premiere party in August. Maceo Smedley’s special episode airs on Thanksgiving Day.

Ep 4 features pop culture and politics journalis & host from NBC BLK, MSNBC, NY Times and  Essence writer, @JarrettHill (https://www.instagram.com/JarrettHill/). He talks plagiarism,  First Ladies, speeches, empathy, living in your purpose and even white supremacy. It’s a juicy one.

He is the man who wrote the book on social media for social good.  During a time where negativity seems to constantly swirl on social media, you'll want to hear what Chris Strub is doing to bring sunshine back to your newsfeeds all while helping people in need.