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A celebration can tell you everything about a leader’s life’s work. When Dr. Moses Newsome Jr. returned to Norfolk State University for the 30th anniversary of its social work PhD—the school’s first doctoral program—he saw former students running departments, teaching his own daughter, and carrying forward a mission built on access, excellence, empowerment, and legacy. We dive into how those outcomes were forged: a childhood in Charleston, WV where compassion wasn’t preached, it was practiced; a track scholarship to Toledo that opened the first door; and mentors who steered raw purpose toward social work and higher education.

From the Howard classroom to the dean’s office, Dr. Newsome describes the moment he realized teaching 20 students at a time wasn’t enough. He began writing to scale his message, then pursued leadership to build structures where service could multiply. That vision drove a decade-long effort to launch Norfolk State’s PhD program, navigating state approvals and institutional change to lift a master’s-level university into doctoral territory. The story doesn’t stop there—he went on to shape national standards with the Council on Social Work Education, embedding inclusive curricula, international perspectives, and community engagement across HBCUs and PWIs alike.

We also unpack what makes HBCUs uniquely powerful: real nurture, practical support, and faculty who refuse to let students fall through the cracks. For early-career academics, Dr. Newsome offers hard-won advice—pick your lane (micro, or macro), find mentors aligned with your mission, and build a body of work that opens doors for others. His definition of legacy is both personal and systemic: not just who follows you, but what practices they carry forward. Listen for a masterclass in servant leadership, institutional change, and the kind of commitment that turns a career into a lineage. If this resonated, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway so more listeners can find the show.

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Coach Tim Brown sits down with business leader and PR powerhouse Gayle Saunders to explore how faith, family, and fierce preparation shaped her journey from a small Kentucky town to a thriving communications career. Gail shares powerful lessons on resilience, representation, and building a legacy that lifts others. Her message is clear: believe in yourself, stay prepared, and keep going—your legacy starts now.

Gayle shares the quiet reality of breaking barriers as the first Black female news videographer in Columbus. Confidence came from preparation. Responsibility came from representation—capturing hard news while insisting on dignity for Black and brown communities. That mindset later powered a leap into entrepreneurship. In 2014 she founded Saunders PR Group with a clear mission to elevate voices, build wealth, and open doors for creatives who rarely get a seat at the table. The hard-earned lesson: protect your business while you serve others—clear scopes, fair pricing, and boundaries are acts of stewardship.

Her message is clear: believe in yourself, stay prepared, and keep going—your legacy starts with you do next. If this resonates, tap follow, share this episode with a friend who’s ready to lead, and leave a review so others can find the show.

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OSU football alum Maurice Hall shares how he rebuilt his identity after football, trusting God and hard work to guide him into filmmaking. Along with co-writer/director Tony L. Patterson, he breaks down the real moment that inspired Worst Christmas Ever and the values that shaped it.

The cast opens up about love after divorce, co-parenting, and the chaos of blended families during the holidays—all rooted in honesty, faith, and grace. With takeaways on perseverance, purpose, and choosing the right circle, this episode is a reminder that even messy moments can lead to meaning.

Tune in, share with a friend, and keep building your legacy. Subscribe for more legacy-minded stories, share this episode with someone who needs a hopeful holiday, and leave a review to help others find the show.

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Shaniece M. Wise, certified business expansion coach, minister, and best-selling author sits down with Coach Tim Brown in this power-packed episode of the Be a Baller Podcast, to unpack how purpose, profit, and prayer can thrive under the same roof.

From a childhood grounded in family, education, and service, to coaching CEOs and scaling companies across multiple industries, Shaniece shares a clear, energizing blueprint for building a business that outlives its founder.

Faith is the operating system in Shaniece’s world. She opens up about the heart behind her 30-day devotional for entrepreneurs—each day pairing scripture, affirmation, prayer, and a specific business action to fuel both spiritual and operational alignment. Tim and Shaniece explore practical ways to pray over your operations, finances, team, and opportunities while keeping spiritual eyes open for divinely aligned doors.

You’ll also hear the inspiring origin story of her Unstoppable Community—a movement for entrepreneurs who keep pushing after setbacks through real accountability, structure, and shared momentum.

Together, they dig into the hard-won lessons of sustainable scaling:
• Hire help sooner than feels comfortable
• Document systems so the business runs without you
• Protect the CEO’s most valuable asset—time
• Trust the 90-day compounding method
• And use the integrity filter: “All money isn’t good money.”

Shaniece breaks down why identifying your ideal client protects culture, margins, and mission—and how to walk boldly in your calling without compromising character.

If you’re wrestling with growing beyond six figures, craving clarity about your assignment, or ready to build a legacy rooted in integrity and faith, this conversation will sharpen your focus and lift your spirit.

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Coach Tim Brown and his wife Karmen Brown join us for a special Be A Baller Podcast - Next Up Ballers crossover to unpack how a girls’ basketball program, a van full of athletes, and a whole lot of faith grew into a movement that equips families, schools, and churches. From the first seeds they planted to the stories that now span generations, they show how purpose turns small acts into lasting change. Tim and Karmen believe legacy isn’t a trophy but a trail you leave in people’s lives?

We dig into the true origin of Be A Baller, the TAKE/ABC vision, and why talent without values drifts. Karmen shares her roots in a tight-knit community where church and family set the rhythm, while Tim credits a sixth-grade teacher whose standard of excellence reoriented his life. Together they lay out a simple framework: faith as the foundation, family as the first ministry, and community as the multiplier. The conversation tracks their COVID-era pivot into podcasting, guests who were ready to be heard, and the consistency that keeps people coming back.

If you’re a parent, coach, teacher, or young leader, you’ll hear direct, practical wisdom: write a vision you can live by, guard it when life gets loud, and make your legacy in the everyday reps—showing up consistently , speaking kind words, and offering real opportunities. You cannot be what you cannot see, so model what you want multiplied. We close with two simple challenges you can do this week to move your legacy from idea to action.

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From the South Side of Columbus to the Chief’s Office, Sgt. James Fuqua has built a life around service, mentorship, and faith. In this powerful Be a Baller: Building a Lifelong Legacy conversation, Coach Tim sits down with Sgt. Fuqua to explore what it really means to lead with integrity—on and off duty.

We trace his path from Columbus South High School to the U.S. Army, and into a career with the Columbus Division of Police, where he’s served in patrol, recruiting, and the gang unit before joining the Chief’s office. Through every role, his message stays consistent: the most important tool isn’t on your belt—it’s your mouth.

Sgt. Fuqua reminds us that leadership isn’t about rank—it’s about presence, humility, and the courage to listen first. His story is a call to live with compassion, build bridges, and lead with faith that outlasts the uniform. Learn how he builds trust, trains officers, and leads with heart—while staying grounded in faith and community.

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Hard moments don’t just test us—they reveal the legacy we’re building.
In this powerful Be a Baller: Building a Lifelong Legacy episode, Coach Tim talks with Debbie Simmons—author, speaker, and founder of Anchor Point—about turning loss into purpose and living focused, faithful, and fearless.

Debbie shares lessons from adopting nine children, leading through trauma, and growing a Houston nonprofit that serves families with compassion and strength. Her story shows how taking the next best step can rebuild a life, a home, and a community.

🎧 Listen now for tools to breathe through chaos, lead with grace, and live your legacy today.

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Napoleon Bell II's remarkable journey from DJ to police officer to community relations director reveals a singular commitment: bringing people together to create meaningful change. In this powerful conversation with Coach Tim Brown, Bell shares the philosophy that has guided his decades of public service in Columbus, Ohio.

"Together we can make such a difference. We've got to inspire folk, bring them together honestly and build that trust," Bell explains, revealing his approach to community transformation. Drawing from his upbringing with civil rights-focused parents, Bell developed an early sense of responsibility toward protecting and empowering others.

Throughout his career transitions—from sales to law enforcement to community relations—Bell maintained a consistent focus on authentic human connection. His work as a police liaison officer taught him that roughly 98% of community members are hardworking people trying to make a living, while just 2% create most problems. This perspective shift allowed him to become a true advocate for neighborhood residents, going beyond typical law enforcement roles to address root causes of community issues.

Bell's founding of the annual Neighborhood Best Practices Conference exemplifies his bottom-up approach to community development. Rather than bringing in outside experts, the conference centers the voices of community members themselves, creating spaces for networking and knowledge sharing. Similarly, his work with the Civil Rights Heritage Tour connects generations through shared historical understanding, taking participants to pivotal civil rights sites across the South.

Perhaps most powerful is Bell's insight that "95% of the time, people just want to be heard." This understanding guided his approach to difficult community conversations, embracing rather than avoiding tension as an opportunity for authentic expression and problem-solving. For aspiring community leaders, Bell offers straightforward advice: have thick skin, lead collaboratively, and start now—especially young people, who have more power to create change than they realize.

What will your legacy be? Listen now to discover how small victories, authentic relationships, and consistent advocacy can transform communities for generations to come.

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