In this episode of the WayMaker Fireside Chat Podcast we sit down with Nick Cannon! Nick widely-recognized American TV personality, comedian, rapper and actor with an accomplished career in the entertainment industry. Today, we'll discuss his journey on transitioning from an entertainer to an entrepreneur, what he hopes to accomplish moving forward, and the waymakers that helped him get to where he is now.

In this episode, we're joined by Maya-Camille Broussard. Maya-Camille is an American chef, author, restaurant owner, and pastry chef on the Netflix series Bake Squad. Together, we'll discuss how she first got interested in the culinary arts, her career journey, and the individuals who have been waymakers to her along the way.

In this episode, we're joined by Lynae Vanee. Lynae (@lynaevanee ) is a social media influencer with hundreds of thousands of followers across social media. She is a creator, aims to educate and empower through her platform and is a 3x NAACP Image Award Nominee. Today, we'll discuss her role and responsibility and an influencer, discuss how she hopes to impact culture and encourage change, and talk about those who have been a waymaker to her on her journey.

In this episode, we're joined by Kamie Crawford! Kamie Crawford is currently the host of Catfish: The TV Show, Are You the One?, and Ex on the Beach, hosts her own on-demand podcast host, and is a former model. Together, we'll discuss relationship wisdom, the ups and downs that naturally come within relationships, and equip WayMaker listeners with practical relationship advice.

In this episode, Dr. Michael C. Grayson, Founder and CEO of the Credit and Debit Management Institute and author of How to Stop Making Payments joins us to discuss the evolution of credit in America. Dr. Grayson breaks down the key components everyone should know, from understanding credit scores to outsmarting the system, and shares insights on leveraging today’s broken credit system to your advantage through education. Tune in to learn practical strategies that can empower you to take control of your financial future.

In this episode, we sit down with Joseph Hines. Joseph Hines is a style expert and the owner of his company, Affluent. Together, we'll discuss Joseph's career, his company, Affluent, his style and fashion advice for WayMaker listeners, and touch on the importance of investing in your unique image.

In this episode, we sit down with J. Byron Brazier. J. Byron Brazier is the son of co-developer and Apostolic Church of God pastor Reverend Byron T. Brazier, and grandson of the church's founder, Bishop Arthur M. Brazier. J. Byron is the Lead Developer of The Woodlawn Central Master Plan – an effort to revitalize the historic South Side district. Today, we'll talk about Woodlawn, the development of the community, the future of the church, and so much more.

In this episode, we sit down with American Poet J. Ivy. J. Ivy is an award-winning poet, recording artist, songwriter, author, and actor with a passion for sharing inspiration and healing through his writing. Together, we'll discuss J. Ivy's decorated career, his vision for the future, his advice to young listeners, and so much more.

In honor of prostate cancer awareness month, we sit down today with Dr. Courtney Hollowell, chairman of urology at John Stroger Hospital in Chicago. In this episode, Dr. Hollowell sheds light on the critical issue of prostate cancer, focusing on its disproportionate impact on African American men. Dr. Hollowell shares why prostate cancer rates are higher in this community and the essential steps to take for early detection and prevention. Dr. Hollowell urges men to take proactive health measures to tackle this disease head-on.Tune in today for this life-saving conversation!

Modern entertainment is a powerful conversation starter about important cultural issues, and there’s no better trailblazer than today’s guest Matthew A. Cherry. Matthew A. Cherry is an Academy Award winner, former NFL player, New York Times bestseller, and now successful filmmaker, writer, and movie director. Today, we’ll talk about Matthew’s newest animated short film and children’s book, Hair Love, and his career in shedding light on modern social and cultural issues within the Black community, the value of film in bringing awareness to these issues, and how to use film to empower communities to be who you are and not who others want you to be!