Best Blackentrepreneur Podcasts (2025)

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Scaling Beauty Brands with Purpose: Growth, Manufacturing & Strategy with Anthony Standifer 49:58

1d ago49:58

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In this episode of RISE Urban Nation, we’re diving deep into the business of beauty with Anthony Standifer—a seasoned entrepreneur, speaker, and co-founder of mSEED Group. Known for helping indie beauty brands grow into household names, Anthony gives us an inside look at: The biggest mistakes new beauty brands make (and how to avoid them) How to sc…

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463: From $300 Side Hustle to Seven-Figure Scent Empire 52:50

1h ago52:50

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This week in the guest chair we have Maekaeda Gibbons, Trinidad-born founder & CEO of Brown Sugar Babe, the cult-favorite fragrance and body-care brand whose body oils like Wild Card and Rich Auntie just keep selling out. In this episode she shares: Turning a $300 paycheck into a side hustle that now ships 10,000+ orders a month Her exact growth pl…

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Black Entrepreneur Blueprint 570 - Jay Jones - Platform Payday - How To Build A Profitable Platform 38:30

8h ago38:30

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Platform Payday – How To Build A Profitable Platform With a focus on empowering listeners, Jay unveils a comprehensive roadmap consisting of five actionable steps aimed at constructing and effectively monetizing platforms. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just embarking on your journey, this episode is your definitive guide to unlocking th…

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462: How Legendary Rootz Went From Dorm‑Room Tees to Retail Shelves 54:40

5d ago54:40

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This week in the guest chair we have Raven Gibson, multidisciplinary designer and founder of the empowering apparel and lifestyle brand Legendary Roots. Getting her start in her dorm room, Raven takes us on her journey of delegation, negotiating with Fortune 500 retailers, and trusting that what’s for you will never pass you by. In this episode she…

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Black Entrepreneur Blueprint 569 - Jay Jones - How $30.65 In Ad Spend Made Me $500 In 3 Days 44:59

7d ago44:59

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Entrepreneurship is really just an arbitrage play – buy low and sell high or create low and sell high. What would your business and life look like if you learned how to master that arbitrage by learning how to generate high quality leads? Join Jay on his latest Black Entrepreneur Blueprint podcast episode # 569 as he does a case study for his new l…

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461: Rachel Rodgers on Million-Dollar Decisions and Letting Go to Grow 58:35

15d ago58:35

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This week in the guest chair we have Rachel Rodgers—entrepreneur, coach, and bestselling author of We Should All Be Millionaires. She's back on the show with powerful insights to help side hustlers and full-time entrepreneurs alike build sustainable wealth and stop playing small. In this episode, she shares: How to make real “money moves” instead o…

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The Power of Touch: Dr. Njideka Olatunde on Holistic Pain Relief & Healing 1:07:13

17d ago1:07:13

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Subscribe, share, and follow Dr. Njideka N. Olatunde at focusonhealing.com and download your free guide at touchologyreflexology.com. 🎧 Credits: 🎙 Host: Taryell Simmons 🎵 Music: Will Maker 🎬 Production: RISE Urban Nation Join the Movement with RISE Urban Nation Podcast 🚀 Unite. Empower. Ignite. 🚀 Thank you for tuning into the RISE Urban Nation Podc…

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Black Entrepreneur Blueprint 568 - Jay Jones - Please Understand You Are Really In The Lead Generation Business 40:36

14d ago40:36

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Do You Know What Business You Are Really In? Struggling to scale your business? You're likely missing the one crucial mindset shift that separates thriving entrepreneurs from those just getting by. After 25+ years as a serial entrepreneur and business coach, Jay Jones reveals the secret truth most entrepreneurs overlook: every business is fundament…

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460: This Side Hustler Created a Curated Beauty Supply Store and Community In Ann Arbor 1:02:38

20d ago1:02:38

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This week I’m excited to chat with someone I go way back with, Sheena McCullers. Sheena is the founder of Della’s Beauty Supply. Della’s was launched to bring a much-needed sense of belonging for BIPOC beauty lovers in Ann Arbor, MI. After moving from Brooklyn, Sheena saw a need for a place for people who look like her and took a chance on opening …

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Lights, Camera, Impact: Tanisha Cardwell on Filmmaking and the Power of Storytelling 36:05

25d ago36:05

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Subscribe, leave a review, and connect with Tanisha Cardwell on her journey of using stories to inspire and transform. Credits: Host: Taryell Simmons Guest: Tanisha Cardwell Music: Will Maker Production Team: RISE Urban Nation Join the Movement with RISE Urban Nation Podcast 🚀 Unite. Empower. Ignite. 🚀 Thank you for tuning into the RISE Urban Natio…

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Black Entrepreneur Blueprint 567 - Jay Jones - The Free Marketing Hack That Built A Million-Dollar Business 28:29

26d ago28:29

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What If You Could Get Free Advertising Every Single Week - On A Platform You Control? That’s exactly what Afro Sheen founder George Johnson pulled off when he partnered with Don Cornelius to create Soul Train. It wasn’t just a hit TV show—it was a genius money-making machine that spotlighted his brand for free to millions of viewers. In this episod…

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15 Ways to Protect Your Credit Score in Uncertain Economic Times 24:43

22d ago24:43

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Hey friends, today on Built By A Boss — we’re diving into something many people are quietly worrying about right now… What happens to your credit score if you lose your job? More specifically: How can you protect your credit score if you think you might get laid off? In today’s economy, layoffs can happen to anyone. And while you might not be able …

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459: Her Plant-Based Soaps Landed Her On Shark Tank And On The Path To $1.2M In Sales 51:39

27d ago51:39

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This week in the guest chair we have Kristen Dunning, founder and CEO of Gently Soap - a bathing brand built on her self-developed herbal infusions. An MBA grad, Kristen hails from a rare five generations of Black Alabama farmers, and she’s continuing the legacy by bringing joy back to bathing experiences for people with sensitive skin, using the m…

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Breaking Free: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs with Dr. Kimberly Walker Part 2 28:58

1M ago28:58

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Subscribe to RISE Urban Nation for more empowering stories and transformative conversations. Ready to get unstuck? Visit drwalkercoach.com to download Dr. Walker’s free 5-Step Guide to Getting Unstuck, and learn more about her Unblocked & Unbound™ Program. Follow Dr. Walker: 📧 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: drwalkercoach.com 📸 Instagram: @…

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Praying for Others. Purpose. Pettiness 36:50

28d ago36:50

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Hey, Bestie! I wish I could tell you how often I've heard, "I've been praying for you to find Jesus." I had moments where that felt offensive...but now, I GET IT. Come hang and let's chat about other people praying for you and you praying for others. Plus a few quick tangents on purpose and releasing your Petty Patty ways. This was originally recor…

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Black Entrepreneur Blueprint 566 - Jay Jones - 3 Strategies That Are Helping Me Scale My Business In 2025 26:17

29d ago26:17

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If You’re Not Scaling, You’re Shrinking In this power-packed episode of Black Entrepreneur Blueprint, I’m pulling back the curtain on three real-time strategies that are helping me grow faster, smarter, and more profitably in 2025. These aren't theories, they're battle-tested moves I'm using right now to level up. Whether you're just getting starte…

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458: Why Your Podcast Isn't Making Money (and How to Fix It) 31:29

1M ago31:29

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This week I’m back with a solo episode where I’m giving you the tools to make money with your podcast. When I became a full-time podcaster in 2017, I focused on my revenue streams like brand partnerships, sponsorships, courses, and VIP programs, leading to having over 10 million episode downloads to date. I’m here to help you get your podcast to th…

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Create a better morning routine in these 4-steps 8:52

1M ago8:52

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Hey Bestie! If you've been listening to the most recent episodes on the podcast, you've probably heard me talk about the WWJD Framework to having better mornings. I figured, I'd break that down in a separate episode for you to help you have more intentional mornings. And don't worry, this isn't about waking up and drinking lemon water before your M…

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Black Entrepreneur Blueprint 565 - Jay Jones - Why Friction Is Killing Your Business Growth And How To Fix It 44:40

1M ago44:40

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Why Friction Is Killing Your Business Growth And How To Fix It In episode 565 of Black Entrepreneur Blueprint, Jay Jones breaks down the silent killer of business growth—friction. Whether it's a confusing website, a complicated checkout process, or an unclear value proposition, friction is what stops potential customers from buying. Jay unpacks the…

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The scariest experience I had as a nurse | Meaningful Morning No. 12 24:12

1M ago24:12

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Hey, bestie! I started this live during 'Meaningful Morning,' on March 26th to read John 9, the part where Jesus healed a blind man...and then things took a turn as we dissected the scripture. Before I knew it, I was a bucket of tears, feeling the gratitude for God, when I didn't have faith in a hospital room as a nurse when my life could have been…

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Beating fear & procrastination | Meaningful Morning No. 11 19:12

1M ago19:12

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Bestie, it's time to move your booty and take action. I will be BOLD and say this is an episode to SAVE and come back to when you're struggling to DO THE THING because of fear or procrastination. This was recorded on March 25th live, and where we made the actual shift to 'Meaningful Morning,' vs Baddie & Bibles. Today we are all up in 2 Timothy 1:7…

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Anxiety and faith | How to soothe anxiety with scripture, Matthew 6:25-32 | Meaningful Morning #10 21:48

1M ago21:48

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Hey, bestie! Let's talk about ANXIETY, and not that Doechii song (remember, you are what you consume) 👀 Anyway, if you've been following along with Meaningful Morning, you know I STAN Matthew! So, we're back today and dissecting and discussing what Jesus tells us about anxiety, which essentially is to STOP worrying. I'll also share something else I…

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457: How Julia Coney Pivoted Careers to Pioneer a New Era in the Food & Wine Industry 1:02:05

1M ago1:02:05

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This week in the guest chair we have Julia Coney, award winning wine writer, speaker, & consultant. Julia wears many hats, including being the Wine Consultant for American Airlines and Founder of Black Wine Professionals; a resource for Black professionals in the world of wine. In this episode she shares about: Being multi-passionate: how exploring…

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Breaking Free: Overcoming Limiting Beliefs with Dr. Kimberly Walker Part 1 23:46

2M ago23:46

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Subscribe to RISE Urban Nation for more empowering stories and transformative conversations. Ready to get unstuck? Visit drwalkercoach.com to download Dr. Walker’s free 5-Step Guide to Getting Unstuck, and learn more about her Unblocked & Unbound™ Program. Follow Dr. Walker: 📧 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: drwalkercoach.com 📸 Instagram: @…

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Get clarity on your purpose - how an accident answered a question | Meaningful Morning #9 23:57

1M ago23:57

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Hey bestie! If you're struggling trying to figure out your purpose, look no further. One day when I went out for a 7.5 mile training run, I accidentally switched on a Youtube, and little did I know that it would bring forth INSANE clarity about purpose. In this episode, I'll break down Myron Golden's perspective on purpose (and the fact that there …

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Love your enemies if you want to be 'different' | Meaningful Morning #8 19:00

2M ago19:00

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Hey bestie! Food for thought - the Bible really tells us not to be Petty Patty, if we listen. And if you're anything like me, that can be hard. But that's exactly why we have to sit with the wisdom in order to be the person that God intended you to be. Today, let's get into LOVING YOUR ENEMIES TOO. PHEWWWIE! Let's breakdown Matthew 5:43-48 and get …

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Black Entrepreneur Blueprint 564 - Jay Jones - You Can Kill Your Unprofitable Business Or Die With It 46:03

2M ago46:03

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Let’s get real - some businesses are meant to grow. Others are meant to go. You poured your heart, soul, and sleepless nights into building your dream. You treated your business like your baby. But what if that baby is bleeding you dry - emotionally, financially, and spiritually? In this raw and powerful episode of Black Entrepreneur Blueprint, Jay…

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Jesus loved sinners so don't be afraid to talk to God | Meaningful Morning #7 8:10

1M ago8:10

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Welcome back, bestie- if you're bingeing these episodes, I'd love to hear your thoughts. Today, I want to offer you a reminder that Jesus doesn't need you to be perfect and that he loved and helped EVERYONE. This was originally recorded live on IG and Facebook, March 21st, early in the morning for 'Meaningful Morning.' I love you! “And as Jesus rec…

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Taming your tongue aka watch yo mouth | Meaningful Morning #6 21:35

1M ago21:35

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Hey bestie! Today, let's talk about your mouth and how you're using it. Plus, why when we open our mouths for any reason that we are subjected to judgement. I'll break down the WWJD Method I use to have a more meaningful morning too. This was originally recorded live on March 20th during 'Baddie & Bibles,' which I'll eventually rename to 'Meaningfu…

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You're born to be bold and unapologetically YOU | Meaningful Morning #5 42:02

2M ago42:02

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Bestie, it's time to stop playing small and get over that feeling of being 'too much.' Jesus literally GAVE YOU PERMISSION to SHINE BRIGHT, so like...girl, let's do that! This was originally recorded on March 19th on 'Baddies and Bibles.' A mini series where I've been going live on IG and Facebook and sharing a scripture and a little motivation for…

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456: How To Build a LinkedIn Profile That Helps You Side Hustle 53:48

2M ago53:48

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This week we’re taking it back to my convo with Portia Obeng, social media strategist, LinkedIn coach, and former Side Hustle Pro social media manager! With over 10 years of experience, Portia guides people through the ever-changing social media landscape to amplify their personal brands and make money. In this episode she shares about: The steps s…

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How God wants you to treat others | Meaningful Morning #4 8:35

2M ago8:35

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Bestie - this is a Word, okay?! Today, we're in James, Chapter 2 - The Sin of Partiality - this one really calls us UP to how we treat others (and call us out on potential hypocrisy) . This was originally recorded on March 18, 2025, during 'Baddies and Bibles' a live mini series originally recorded on the Gram. Disclaimer: I don't share these as an…

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Your faith is going to be TESTED - How to keep the FAITH | Meaningful Morning #3 34:30

2M ago34:30

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Hey bestie! Let's chat about keeping your faith EVEN during the HARD times. We'll also answer the question, 'does God test us?' This was originally recorded live, March 17, 2025 for 'Baddies & Bibles' - if you're following along with these you'll learn why I switched these to Meaningful Mornings. This is a live mini-series that I started doing in t…

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A reminder of timelines | Meaningful Morning #2 1:58

2M ago1:58

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Hey bestie! I was let to church - here's something to think about. This was originally recorded live, March 16, 2025 for Meaningful Mornings, a live mini-series that I started doing in the mornings to sit with God's word and share and discuss with you. I've got at least 2 weeks' worth of these and gonna keep them coming until He tells me I'm finish…

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Leading with Purpose: Building Connection and Empowerment with Leroy Roberts Part 2 29:06

2M ago29:06

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In this episode of RISE Urban Nation, we’re honored to welcome Leroy Roberts—a seasoned leader, leadership coach, speaker, and strategist—whose work spans continents and communities. Leroy opens up about his journey from the Caribbean to the boardrooms of London, and how his diverse background shaped his vision of purpose-driven leadership. We dive…

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