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Money Making Conversations Master Class

Money Making Conversations Master Class

By: Rushion McDonald
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Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their "Secrets to Success." I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning!

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  • Uplift: Banking designed to combat financial deserts and predatory check-cashing services.

    Uplift: Banking designed to combat financial deserts and predatory check-cashing services.
    Feb 9 2026

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

    Thanks! The transcript from this episode of Money Making Conversations Masterclass features a powerful and informative interview with Teri Williams, President, COO, and owner of OneUnited Bank, the largest Black-owned bank in the United States. Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and takeaways:

    🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. OneUnited Bank’s Mission & Reach

    • Formed by merging four Black-owned banks in Boston, Miami, and Los Angeles.
    • First Black-owned digital bank (since 2005).
    • Serves customers in all 50 states.
    • Offers accessible, affordable financial services and promotes financial literacy.

    2. Digital Banking for Underserved Communities

    • OneUnited provides:
      • Mobile check deposit (via smartphone).
      • Early direct deposit (get paid 2 days early).
      • Access to 100,000+ surcharge-free ATMs (including Walgreens, 7-Eleven, Chase, Citibank).
    • Designed to combat financial deserts and predatory check-cashing services in Black communities.

    3. Financial Literacy & Trust

    • Teri emphasizes the need for Black communities to trust Black-owned institutions.
    • OneUnited is FDIC-insured and uses cutting-edge technology, including AI.
    • Financial literacy is key to building generational wealth.

    4. WiseOne AI Tool

    • An AI-powered financial assistant that:
      • Tracks spending and subscriptions.
      • Offers insights on saving and debt reduction.
      • Aggregates data from multiple accounts to show net worth, cash flow, and financial health.

    5. Youth Financial Literacy – “I Got Bank” Contest

    • 15th annual contest for kids ages 8–12.
    • Participants submit an essay or artwork based on a financial literacy book.
    • Ten winners receive $1,000 savings accounts.
    • Book: I Got Bank by Teri Williams (available free at oneunited.com/book).

    6. OneTransaction Concept

    • Focuses on six key financial transactions to build generational wealth:
      1. Homeownership
      2. Life Insurance
      3. Investments
      4. Profitable Business
      5. Credit Score
      6. Savings
    • Encourages individuals to focus on just one to start their wealth-building journey.
    • Learn more: oneunited.com/onetransaction

    💬 Notable Quotes

    • “We are a real bank, not a fintech. We are FDIC-insured.”
    • “We are great with money. We just haven’t always had access.”
    • “Focus on one transaction. That’s all it takes to start building generational wealth.”

    #SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMI

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    27 mins
  • Perseverance: Twice a teen mom, dropped out of high school, now owns a multi-million-dollar law firm.

    Perseverance: Twice a teen mom, dropped out of high school, now owns a multi-million-dollar law firm.
    Feb 9 2026

    Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Attorney Tessie D. Edwards.

    A family and criminal law attorney based in Atlanta, Georgia. Here's a breakdown of the key highlights and themes from the episode:

    🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Early Life & Adversity

    • Tessie Edwards grew up in a challenging environment marked by poverty, teen pregnancy, and systemic injustice.
    • She became a mother at 16, dropped out of high school, and had her second child by 18.
    • Despite these challenges, she never lost sight of her dream to become a lawyer.

    2. Turning Point

    • A pivotal moment came when someone told her that her daughter looked like her. That realization sparked a deep desire to become someone her daughter could look up to.

    3. Relentless Pursuit of Education

    • Earned her GED, then an associate degree to qualify for military service.
    • After a brief stint in the military (cut short due to pregnancy and miscarriage), she pursued higher education.
    • Graduated from Indiana University with five children and went on to law school with her then-husband.

    4. Professional Success

    • Now runs a multi-million dollar law firm in Atlanta, Georgia.
    • Has handled over 2,000 criminal cases and is deeply committed to serving families in crisis.
    • Her firm has been serving the Atlanta community for over 15 years.

    5. Support System

    • Credits her success to a strong support network: her husband (who co-runs the firm), her children, her brother, and her team.
    • Emphasizes the importance of surrounding yourself with people who believe in your vision.

    6. Advice & Motivation

    • Be clear about your goals and stay focused.
    • Don’t wait for the “right time”—start now.
    • Believe in your dream even when others don’t.
    • Use adversity as fuel for your ambition.

    💬 Memorable Quotes

    • “I feel thankful but not satisfied.”
    • “My life was so divinely chosen… I was just given a dream and the courage to go after it.”
    • “Let’s go, let’s go, let’s go!”

    #SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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    26 mins
  • Brand Building: He discusses the importance of supplements in underserved communities, and the need to prepare younger generations for healthier futures.

    Brand Building: He discusses the importance of supplements in underserved communities, and the need to prepare younger generations for healthier futures.
    Feb 9 2026
    Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Demond Martin. ✅ Summary of the Interview: Demond Martin on Money Making Conversations Masterclass Demond Martin—co‑founder and CEO of Well With All, a Black‑owned purpose‑driven wellness brand—joins Rushion McDonald to discuss health equity, entrepreneurship, his life story, his upcoming book Friends of the Good, and his new $1M AI Health Equity Prize. Martin shares how his difficult upbringing in the projects and rural North Carolina shaped his commitment to giving back. After a successful 21‑year career as the only Black partner at a major hedge fund, he launched Well With All to merge consumer products, wellness, and social impact. The brand donates 20% of its profits to health‑equity initiatives. He discusses product innovation, the importance of supplements in underserved communities, the power of Black longevity, and the need to prepare younger generations for healthier futures. He also explains his upcoming book—which uses Aristotle’s philosophy of “friends of the good” to show how meaningful relationships enable success. The conversation is energetic, inspirational, and focused on using business as a force for social good. 🎯 Purpose of the Interview The interview aims to: 1. Introduce Well With All A wellness company offering supplements and energy drinks while funding health‑equity solutions. 2. Share Martin’s Personal Journey From poverty, trauma, and instability → to White House, Harvard Business School, and a top hedge fund. 3. Promote His Book, Friends of the Good A philosophy‑driven exploration of friendship, mentorship, and community. 4. Announce the $1 Million AI Prize A major initiative to scale AI tools that close health‑equity gaps. 5. Encourage Health Awareness in Underserved Communities Particularly around longevity, dietary choices, energy consumption, and supplement use. 🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Health Equity Drives the Mission Martin emphasizes that health is a human right and disparities in nutrition, maternal health, and mental‑health access must be addressed. 2. Well With All = Social Impact + Consumer Products The company donates 20% of profits and creates healthier alternatives (energy drinks, supplements) to replace harmful daily habits like sugary sodas. 3. Personal Story Fuels Commitment He overcame poverty, a traumatic home life, and limited opportunity—and believes he survived because others poured into him. 4. Mentorship Changed His Life Major turning points included: Student body president at UNC CharlotteAssistant to the White House Chief of StaffHBS acceptanceTraining under hedge‑fund leader Phil Gross 5. Expertise Matters His success with Well With All is grounded in 21 years as an investor specializing only in consumer companies. 6. AI Can Close Health Gaps The $1M Well With All Prize supports AI tools already impacting at least 1,000 lives with the potential to scale to 100,000+. 7. Black Longevity Documentary His company created a film (NAACP Image Award–nominated) featuring Black elders aged 85–106 to redefine narratives around Black health. 8. The Power of Friendship His book teaches readers how to identify “friends of the good,” the relationships that define one’s path and joy. 🗣️ Notable Quotes from Demond Martin (from the transcript) (All quotes sourced from:) On Health Equity “Health is a human right. Everyone deserves nutritious food… everyone deserves to see a doctor.”“Where With All is not just a brand—it's a movement.” On His Upbringing “I grew up in the projects… lived in a trailer… had a heroin addict as a stepfather. I’ve seen things that gave me perspective.” On Perspective and Survival “If this was me at 14… I’d be dead or in jail.” On His Mission “I need to start giving back today. I’ve lived a life of giving back—my parents and grandparents instilled that in me.” On Product Philosophy “Small, incremental choices add up. Replacing one sugary soda a day is 45,000 fewer calories a year.” On Expertise “All I did for 21 years is invest in consumer companies. That was my expertise.” On Friendship & His Book “Show me your friends, I’ll show you your future.”“Friendship is one of the most essential elements of joy.” On Confidence & Mastery “Five years into my career, I knew I knew what the hell I was doing.” On AI “We’re not rewarding ideas—we’re rewarding impact.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    31 mins
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