Episodios

  • The Frugal Hustle with Tony Yang

    The Frugal Hustle with Tony Yang
    Jul 10 2025
    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.
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    53 m
  • From Poverty to Prosperity: Mia Rose Dunlap’s Wealth and Wellness Journey

    From Poverty to Prosperity: Mia Rose Dunlap’s Wealth and Wellness Journey
    Jul 10 2025
    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.
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    57 m
  • Branding Beyond Aesthetics: Strategies for Business Success with Manny Hall

    Branding Beyond Aesthetics: Strategies for Business Success with Manny Hall
    Jul 10 2025
    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.
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    51 m
  • Breaking Cycles: Trauma, Wellness, and Financial Freedom

    Breaking Cycles: Trauma, Wellness, and Financial Freedom
    Jul 10 2025
    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.
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    52 m
  • Empowering Youth: Financial Literacy with Upper Arlington Investment Club

    Empowering Youth: Financial Literacy with Upper Arlington Investment Club
    Jul 10 2025
    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.
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    48 m
  • Hope, Harmony, and Financial Wellness: Empowering Young Mothers

    Hope, Harmony, and Financial Wellness: Empowering Young Mothers
    Jul 10 2025
    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.
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    52 m
  • Entrepreneurship in Sanitation: Building Business and Community Health

    Entrepreneurship in Sanitation: Building Business and Community Health
    Jul 10 2025
    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.
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    51 m
  • Healing, Empowerment, and Finance: Navigating Life After Trauma with Melissa Santana

    Healing, Empowerment, and Finance: Navigating Life After Trauma with Melissa Santana
    Jul 10 2025
    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.
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    51 m