The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Wednesday, June 25th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open - Gekko In The House | Run That Prank Back: "Lie Detector" | Ask The RTLO & Junior | Entertainment News | Junior's Summer Poem | Splitting The Bill | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Gingivitis" | Strawberry Letter - "If She Knew What I Knew" | Junior's Sports Talk | Social Media Advice | Man Breaks Into Neighbor's House To Avoid Going Home | Would You Rather | Show Close - Junior's Questions For Tommy

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Shaan Patel, founder and CEO of Prep Expert, a leading online test prep company.

The conversation explores Patel’s journey from struggling test-taker to perfect SAT scorer, bestselling author, and successful entrepreneur. He shares how his personal experience inspired a mission to help students unlock scholarship opportunities and academic success.
👨🏽‍🏫 About Dr. Shaan Patel
• Founder & CEO of Prep Expert
• Scored a perfect SAT after self-study
• Secured over $500,000 in scholarships
• Partnered with Mark Cuban after appearing on Shark Tank
• Author of a bestselling SAT prep book published by McGraw-Hill
💡 Key Themes & Takeaways
📚 From Side Hustle to Scalable Business
• Started Prep Expert in college dorm room
• First course led to 376-point average score improvement
• Grew from local classes to a national online platform
• Now serves over 100,000 students with $100M+ in scholarships earned
💻 Online Learning & Accessibility
• Offers live, online SAT/ACT prep, tutoring, and admissions consulting
• Courses taught by 99th percentile instructors
• Emphasizes interactive, classroom-like experience with office hours and support
• Adapted quickly to online learning post-COVID
🎯 Mission-Driven Education
• Brand motto: “Change your score, change your life”
• Teaches life skills like time management and goal setting
• Aims to eliminate student debt through scholarship access
• Long-term goal: Help students earn $1 billion in scholarships
📈 Entrepreneurial Lessons
• Faced early rejection from publishers before landing a book deal
• Used storytelling to stand out on Shark Tank
• Built brand through word-of-mouth and authenticity
• Now generates 2M+ annual website visits
🌟 Vision for the Future
• Expand impact through scholarships and mentorship
• Continue empowering students to achieve academic and financial freedom
• Promote meritocracy and the American dream through education.

#BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Ash Cash.

A top financial educator, author, and motivational speaker. The episode centers around Ash’s latest book and his journey from adversity to financial empowerment.

Financial motivator, bestselling author, CEO of Mind Right Money Management, host of The Ash Cash Show

📘 Featured Book

Title: From the Block to the Bank: How to Make the Most of Your Circumstances to Maximize Your Full Potential
Format: Memoir + Motivational + Financial Literacy
Structure: 5 Transactions and 40 “Cash Advances” (principles for success)

💡 Key Themes & Takeaways 🧠 Mindset & Resilience

• Ash shares his personal story of growing up in poverty, facing rejection, and overcoming stereotypes.
• Emphasizes that your past doesn’t define your future—your mindset does.
• “Believe in your power to make anything happen” is a core message.

💸 Financial Empowerment

• Ash blends psychology and finance to teach people how to manage their money and mindset.
• Encourages people to stop chasing money and start building legacy and purpose.
• “Abundance is your birthright”—you don’t chase it, you allow it.

🔥 Motivation Through Vulnerability

• Ash openly discusses his mistakes and setbacks, including survivor’s guilt and career missteps.
• Uses his story to show others that success is possible despite fear, failure, or background.

📚 Book Highlights (Selected Cash Advances)

• #5: Believe in your power to make anything happen.
• #10: Take action despite fear.
• #12: Embrace both negative and positive feedback.
• #32: Create your legacy now.
• #34: Change your perspective on struggle.

🎧 Media & Influence

• Hosts:
  • The Ash Cash Show (M–F, 8–9 AM EST on YouTube and social platforms)
  • Inside the Vault with Ash Cash (interviews with tastemakers and entrepreneurs)
• Uses storytelling, humor, and real-life lessons to connect with audiences.

🧭 Target Audience

• Millennials (18–34) seeking entrepreneurship and financial freedom.
• 40+ individuals looking to reinvent themselves or reclaim their dreams.
• Anyone who has been told “you can’t” and needs a roadmap to “you can.”

🗣️ Rushion’s Reflections

• Praises Ash’s authenticity, relatability, and energy.
• Compares Ash to a “legend” and “Biggie Smalls of financial motivation.”
• Commits to supporting Ash’s journey and sharing his platform.

📢 Final Message

• Don’t wait to build your legacy—start now.
• Use fear as a signal, not a stop sign.
• Your story, no matter how difficult, can be your greatest asset.

#BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Marty Garside.

A full-time attorney turned baker and founder of Confectionist Bakery.

Here are some key highlights from the episode:

🎙️ Guest Background

• Marty Garside is a practicing attorney with over 20 years of experience in litigation.
• He founded Confectionist Bakery in honor of his grandmother, Ruth Ilene Burns Garside.
• The bakery started in his home kitchen and now ships desserts nationwide.

🍰 Bakery Journey

• Inspired by nostalgia and family traditions, Marty began baking after his grandmother passed away.
• His first successful cake was a pound cake that tasted exactly like his grandmother’s.
• He was encouraged to start a business by a client who was the daughter of a professional baker.

🧁 Products & Flavors

• Specializes in cheesecakes, pound cakes, layer cakes, and pies.
• Unique flavors include:
  • Peach Cobbler Pound Cake
  • Amaretto Pound Cake
  • Banana Pudding Layer Cake
  • Sweet Potato Pound Cake

🚚 Shipping & Operations

• Operates out of a commercial kitchen in Atlanta.
• Cakes are wrapped and frozen for freshness and shipped nationwide.
• Orders typically take 2 days to process and 3–5 days for delivery.

💡 Business Insights

• Challenges included pricing products appropriately and managing holiday demand.
• Emphasizes the importance of:
  • Quality product
  • Excellent customer service
  • Knowing your target audience
• Target customers are busy professionals who appreciate homemade, Southern-style desserts but lack the time or skill to make them.

📈 Advice for Entrepreneurs

1. Don’t be afraid to try something new.
2. Control what you can—especially product quality and customer service.
3. Trust yourself through the ups and downs.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Keshia Walker.

Founder and chairwoman of the Black Collegiate Gaming Association (BCGA).

Here’s a breakdown of the key themes and takeaways:

🎮 Episode Overview

• Guest: Keshia Walker, trailblazer in the gaming and esports industry.
• Focus: Empowering HBCU students and women of color to enter and thrive in the gaming industry—not just as players, but as developers, designers, and leaders.

💡 Key Insights 1. Underrepresentation in Gaming

• Despite gaming being a \$300 billion industry, only 2% of professionals are Black, and less than 0.5% are women of color.
• Over 70% of African Americans aged 13+ identify as gamers, yet they are vastly underrepresented in industry roles.

2. BCGA’s Mission

• Founded in 2020, BCGA aims to:
  • Build gaming and innovation labs at HBCUs (from 1 to 18+ in 5 years).
  • Provide career pathways through mentorship, scholarships, and internships.
  • Host summits and events like Girls Got Game and Women Got Game to inspire and connect young women with industry leaders.

3. Career Opportunities in Gaming

• Beyond playing, careers include:
  • Game development and design
  • Animation, 3D printing, AR/VR, AI
  • Music scoring and sound design
  • Marketing, HR, and entrepreneurship
• BCGA connects students with companies like EA, McDonald’s, and AT&T for real-world opportunities.

4. Certifications & Education

• BCGA is working to offer certifications in AR/VR, AI, 3D design, and drone technology directly through HBCUs.
• These certifications aim to make students more marketable and job-ready.

5. Global Reach & Inclusivity

• BCGA has international reach, with Keshia speaking at conferences in Asia, Africa, and Europe.
• The organization is inclusive of all students of color and is expanding into high schools and middle schools.

🌍 Impact & Call to Action

• Parents: Don’t discourage gaming—it can lead to scholarships and high-paying careers.
• Students: Visit bcgausa.org to upload resumes, find mentors, and explore career paths.
• Partners & Donors: Support BCGA through donations or partnerships to help expand access and opportunity.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Tuesday, June 24th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open - Tommy Tuesday | Run That Prank Back: "They Moved Big Mama" | Ask The RTLO & Junior | Entertainment News | Iran Discussion | Random Questions | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Lie Detector" | Strawberry Letter - "My Husband & My Sister Are Getting Too Close" | Junior's Sports Talk | Social Media Advice | Live Chicken Shows Up At A Buffalo Wild Wings | Would You Rather | Nephew Tommy's Closing Remarks

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The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Monday, June 23rd, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open - Juneteenth Weekend | Run That Prank Back: "You Been Wearing My Clothes" | Ask The RTLO & Junior | Entertainment News | Nick Cannon Remembering Kids Names | National Let It Go Day | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "They Moved Big Mama" | Strawberry Letter - "We Did It & He's Trying To Do Me" | Junior's Sports Talk | Social Media Advice | Human Jukebox Documentary | Would You Rather | Nephew Tommy's Closing Remarks

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The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Friday, June 20th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open - Gratitude When Walking Alone | Run That Prank Back: "Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett" | Ask The CLO | Breakups | Would You Rather | Favorite Things About Vacation | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "You Been Wearing My Clothes" | Strawberry Letter - "My Boyfriend Puts His Friends First" | What Annoys Steve Harvey About Summer | Steve Harvey & The Interpreter Story | Summertime Insects | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing Remarks

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