Best Christina Nicholson Podcasts (2024)

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Live from Black Co-op Agenda Conference w/ Mayor Melvin Carter, Christina NIcholson & Jessica James 55:00

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June 13, 2024On June 13, 2024, during the live Broadcast from the National Conference on Black Cooperative Agenda titled "Economic Wealth: Power of Black Cooperative Enterprises,” hosted by the Network for Developing Conscious Communities, Vernon Oakes interviews Mayor Melvin Carter, Christina Nicholson and Jessica James.The conference was a contin…

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Amaha Sellassie discusses Gem City's Role in Addressing food insecurity and Building Community. 52:42

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July 4, 2024Vernon interviews amaha sellassie, the board president of Gem City Market. amaha discusses the development of Gem City Market and its contribution to addressing food insecurity and building community. amaha sellassie is a peace builder, social healer, freedom fighter, network weaver and lover of humanity. amaha is a practitioner scholar…

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Matthew Epperson discusses Zolidar's App for Business Conversions to Employee Ownership 54:14

7d ago54:14

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June 20, 2024Vernon Interviews Matthew Epperson, Employee Ownership Domain Expert for Zolidar. Zolidar is a startup app company that is building the “easy button” for small to medium enterprises to convert their business to employee-owned enterprises.In 2017 Matthew founded the Georgia Co-op Development Center, the only statewide technical assistan…

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Mary Alex Blanton discusses the 2024 Co-op Innovation Award 52:54

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June 6, 2024Vernon is host an interview with Mary Alex Blanton, Senior VP at National Cooperative Bank (NCB). During the interview Mary Alex discusses the 2024 Co-op Innovation Award.National Cooperative Bank in partnership with Capital Impact Partners, has sponsored the Co-op Innovation Award to empower organizations to increase economic opportuni…

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Simon Vansintjan discusses Music Platform Mirlo, and how it Supports Musicians 51:42

30d ago51:42

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May 30, 2024Vernon interviews Simon Vansintjan, a programmer and organizer in Washington, DC. During the interview Simon discusses his most recent venture to develop a music platform co-op called Mirlo, and how this platform is supporting musicians.Simon Vansintjan is a programmer and mutual aid, solidarity economy, and dual power organizer in Wash…

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Jamila Medley discuss the Partnership Action Fund & Collective Courage Fund 52:42

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May 23, 2024 Vernon interviews Jamila Medley, Collective Courage Moderator at the Partnership Action Fund. During the interview Jamila shares insights from their personal cooperative journey, and discusses the Collective Courage Fund. Jamila Medley leverages experience working within the economic and racial justice movements to support organization…

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Taryn Tymus & Andrea Tucker discuss the History of Champlain Court Cooperative 52:07

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May 9, 2024Vernon interviews Taryn Tymus and Andrea Tucker, who hold the positions of President and Vice President at the Champlain Court Cooperative (CCC) in Washington, DC. During the discussion, Taryn and Andrea delve into the cooperative’s role within their community and share insights from their own personal cooperative journey.Taryn Tymus, a …

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Ron Hantz discusses National Conference "Economic Wealth: Power of Black Cooperative Enterprises" 50:10

2M ago50:10

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4-22-2024Ron Hantz, Executive Director of the Network for Developing Conscious Communities (NDCC), discusses the upcoming 4th Annual National Conference on Black Cooperative Agenda, "Economic Wealth: Power of Black Cooperative Enterprises,” which will be held June 13 -15, 2024, at 214 4th Street E, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55101.Ron has been instrume…

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Michelle Roth discusses the League of Southeastern Credit Unions' Advocacy 54:55

2M ago54:55

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April 25, 2025Vernon interviews Michelle Roth, Senior Director of Governmental Affairs for the League of Southeastern Credit Unions (LSCU). Vernon and Michelle discuss LSCU's Advocacy, and Alabama's most recent legislative session.In the role as Senior Director of Governmental Affairs Michelle Roth directs the League’s lobbying and advocacy efforts…

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Stacey Sutton Ph.D. discusses Solidarity Economy and Real Black Utopias 54:32

2M ago54:32

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April 18, 2024Vernon interviews Stacey Sutton Ph.D., Associate Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago. Dr. Sutton and Vernon will discuss her research on Real Black Utopias, and the Chicago Community Wealth Building Ecosystem (CCWBE).Stacey Sutton is an Associate Professor at the University of Illinois Chicago in the Department of Urban Pl…

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Micha Josephy Carolyn Edsell-Vetter & Johan Matthews discuss CFNE Programs 55:00

2M ago55:00

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April 11, 2024Micha Josephy, Executive Director, Carolyn Edsell-Vetter, Program Director, and Johan Matthews, Ecosystem Strategy Manager of the Cooperative Fund of the Northeast (CFNE) discuss CFNE's initiatives and programs.As Executive Director, Micha Josephy is responsible for executive leadership, program development, capitalization, and operat…

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Malik Yakini & Lanay Gilbert-Williams discuss the Detroit Food Sovereignty Network 51:55

3M ago51:55

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April 4, 2024 Vernon interviews Malik Kenyatta Yakini, Director of the Detroit Black Community Food Security Network (DBCFSN), and Lanay Gilbert-Williams, Board President of the Detroit People’s Food Co-op. Vernon and his guests discuss the Detroit Black Community Food Sovereignty Network and the Grand Opening of the Detroit Food Commons. Malik Ken…

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Dr. Gordon Nembhard Recognizes Women Cooperators Working to Improve Equity, Diversity & Inclusion 55:34

3M ago55:34

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March 28, 2024 In honor of the 2024 Women's History Month theme of “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion,” Everything Co-op concludes its commemoration with an interview with Jessica Gordon-Nembhard, Ph.D., Professor at John Jay College, and social justice advocate. Dr. Gordon Nembhard and Vernon recognize women cooperators who ar…

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Renée Sattiewhite discusses AACUC's Role in Closing the Racial Wealth Gap in all Financial Services 53:32

3M ago53:32

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March 21, 2024In honor of the 2024 Women's History Month theme of “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion,” Vernon interviews Renée Sattiewhite, President and CEO of the African-American Credit Union Coalition (AACUC). Vernon and Renee discuss the role AACUC plays in creating bridges between community-based organizations and consume…

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Renee Hatcher discusses how she uses the Wealth Building Initiative & Law Clinic to Address DEI 54:46

4M ago54:46

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March 14, 2024In honor of the 2024 Women's History Month theme of “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion,” Vernon interviews Attorney Renee C. Hatcher. Vernon and Renee discuss how she has used the law to address issues related to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.Renee Hatcher is a solidarity economy lawyer. She is an Assistant Prof…

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In Collaboration with Cooperative Leaders, Everything Co-op Pays Tribute to Elizabeth "Liz" Bailey 53:39

4M ago53:39

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March 7, 2024 In honor of Women's History Month's 2024 theme of "Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion," Everything Co-op in collaboration with Co-op Leaders pay Tribute to a dear friend, Elizabeth (Liz) Carolyn Allen Bailey, who recently made her transition January 25, 2024. Liz Bailey, a native of Chippewa Falls, WI, grew up in a…

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Lauren Ruffin discusses how "African Americans and The Arts" Impacts Lives and History. 52:55

4M ago52:55

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February 29, 2024In honor of the 2024 Black History Month theme of African Americans and The Arts, Vernon interviews Lauren Ruffin, Director and Lead Strategist of the Art Program at Michigan Central. Vernon and Lauren will discuss her cooperative journey, and her feelings about how "African Americans and The Arts" impacts lives and history.Lauren …

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How to Build Your HoldCo with Michael Girdley 40:03

4M ago40:03

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E75: Michael Girdley (@girdley) needs no introduction. He's a HoldCo legend. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) sits down with Michael to discuss how he has built a successful HoldCo. We talk about Michael's "Right People, Right Structure, Right Mission" framework, which he uses to build all of his businesses. Michael shares how to find the best …

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Janet Bennett-Cox shares how the Art of Batik Making Impacts Lives Across Generations 52:06

4M ago52:06

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February 22, 2024 In honor of the 2024 Black History Month theme of African Americans and the Arts, Vernon interviews Janet Bennett-Cox, Board member of Ebony Care Cooperative. Vernon and Janet discuss a program being sponsored by Ebony Care Cooperative, that brings elders and youth together to learn the art of Batik making, and how she feels this …

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Pat Thornton, Justin Franks & Rob McClinton Salute Co-op Hall of Fame Inductee, Vernon Oakes 52:06

4M ago52:06

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January 4, 2024As the Cooperative Hall of Fame approaches the celebration of its 50th Anniversary in 2024, we at Everything Co-op celebrate our very own host, Vernon Oakes, who will be amongst this year’s inductees. Team members Justin Franks, Rob McClinton and Pat Thornton, share their thoughts about Vernon Oakes, including those shared with the C…

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Liz Bailey Hall of Fame Tribute to Vernon Oakes 3:09

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1-4-2024Elizabeth Carolyn Allen Bailey pays tribute to Vernon Oakes, on the occasion of the announcement of his induction into the Cooperative Hall of Fame.For much of her professional career, Liz held leadership positions with the National Cooperative Business Association CLUSA International, including Interim CEO, VP for Public Policy & Cooperati…

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Breaking Down the Personal HoldCo of Tim Stoddart of Copyblogger 31:15

4M ago31:15

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E74: Have you ever wondered how a person can flip their life's script from constant struggles to having a multi-million dollar business? Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) has a rich conversation with successful entrepreneur Tim Stoddart (@TimStodz), the proud owner of Copyblogger Media. He discusses his incredible transition from a troubled yout…

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8 Unconventional Truths I Learned in 8 Years of Entrepreneurship 25:18

5M ago25:18

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E73: Not many know it, but a lot of aspiring business owners run the risk of making expensive mistakes that could put their goals on hold before they ever take off. So, today, host Yong-Soo Chung (@YongSooChung) shares eight important things he learned over eight years of building three businesses from the ground up. He shares how to have an expone…

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Ashley Walden discusses how she has used "The Arts" to Impact Lives and History 53:34

5M ago53:34

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2-15-2024In honor of the 2024 Black History Month theme of African Americans and the Arts, Vernon interviews Ashley Walden, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Unlock Creative. Vernon and Ashley will discuss the purpose and objective of In honor of the 2024 Black History Month theme of African Americans and the Arts, Vernon interviews Ashley Wal…

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Allen Kwabena Frimpong of ZEAL, discusses Coop Economic Alternatives that Enable Creatives to Thrive 53:18

5M ago53:18

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February 8. 2024Allen Kwabena Frimpong, Co-founder and principal cultural designer with ZEAL,, discusses Cooperative Economic Alternatives that Enable Artists and Creatives to Thrive.Allen Kwabena Frimpong is a cooperative entrepreneur, cultural designer, and conceptual artist. In addition to being a co-founder of Zeal, he is a founder of several p…

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How to Build and Sell a Startup with Andrew Gazdecki, Founder and CEO of Acquire.com 36:59

5M ago36:59

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E72: When is the right time to exit a business? Sounds like a simple question, but the answer... isn't as simple. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) sits down with accomplished entrepreneur Andrew Gazdecki (@agazdecki), the Founder and CEO of Acquire.com. Andrew discusses the strategies behind successful exits and how to position your company to …

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Kali Akuno, Director of Cooperation Jackson discusses Influence of the Arts in Promoting Co-ops 37:37

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February 1, 2024In honor of the 2024 Black History Month theme of African Americans and the Arts, Vernon interviews Kali Akuno, co-founder and Director and Cooperation Jackson. Vernon and Kali discuss new initiatives of Cooperation Jackson, and how the organization has used "the Arts" to inform and promote co-ops.Kali Akuno is an organizer, educato…

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Don't Make These Design Mistakes: How to Build Your Brand Identity with Nate Kadlac 41:42

5M ago41:42

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E71: How do you design a personal brand that truly reflects you, stands out, and captivates your audience? Do you find yourself lost in the sea of design choices? Not sure how to align your website elements with your personal brand values? Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) is joined by talented designer, Nate Kadlac (@kadlac). Nate will guide us…

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How to Get A Free PR for Your Business with Christina Nicholson 33:15

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E70: Who doesn't like free or cheap stuff? Imagine getting more customers without spending money. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) is joined by an expert in PR and earned media, Christina Nicholson (@ChristinaAllDay), an award-winning journalist. Christina will discuss why small businesses should start with local media and why earned media's cr…

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Million Dollar Weekend: How To Launch A Successful Business In 48 Hours with Noah Kagan, CEO of AppSumo 28:57

5M ago28:57

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E69: Imagine creating a million dollar business in just 48 hours. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) is joined by a special guest Noah Kagan (@noahkagan), the CEO of AppSumo.com. Noah will discuss his new book "Million Dollar Weekend" and explain how he used these strategies and tactics to build AppSumo, a near 9-figure business. On today’s episo…

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Devin Fuhrman, discusses Nationwide's Evolution and Adherence to Co-op Principles and Values 53:17

6M ago53:17

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January 25, 2024 Vernon interviews Devin Fuhrman, Chief Agriculture and Sponsor Relations Officer at Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. Vernon and Devin discuss the evolution of Nationwide, from its beginning as a part of the Farm Bureau through its partnerships and innovation techniques it relies on today, to maintain its commitment to be a "Cus…

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Doug O'Brien President/CEO of NCBA/CLUSA Shares 2024 Initiatives 51:50

6M ago51:50

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January 18, 2024Doug O’Brien, President and CEO of the National Cooperative Business Association CLUSA International (NCBA CLUSA) discusses his cooperative journey, and the 2024 initiatives for NCBA CLUSA.Doug O'Brien works with the cooperative community, both domestically and internationally, to deepen their impact and influence. NCBA CLUSA is the…

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Master the Power of Relational Capital with Jay Abraham 38:00

6M ago38:00

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E68: Ever wonder how to grow your business profits just by leveraging relationships and strategic partnerships? Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) is privileged to have a very special guest, Jay Abraham (@RealJayAbraham), the Owner of Abraham Group and America’s Highest Paid Marketing Consultant. Jay will discuss the concept of Relational Capital…

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How to Hire the Best Operators for Your Personal HoldCo 24:01

6M ago24:01

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E67: What if I told you hiring the right operator for your PHC could supercharge your business? But get it wrong, and it could all go up in flames. Even worse, it could get swiped right from under you. Sounds crazy, doesn't it? But believe me, I've lived that story. I've spent the last four years taking notes, testing strategies, and refining my hi…

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From $0 to $10M ARR in Six Months: The Growth Playbook of Hunter Hammonds, Co-Founder & CEO of Assembly Ventures 31:44

6M ago31:44

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E66: How did Assembly Ventures, from nothing but dreams and passion, pull in a crazy $10 million in less than six months? Call it nuts. Call it ambitious. Call it a crazy result. But it happened, my friend, it happened. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) sits down and spills the beans with Hunter Hammonds (@_hunterhammonds), the CEO and Co-Founde…

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I – We – They Framework: How I Scale My Personal HoldCo 28:49

6M ago28:49

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E65: In today's episode, I revisit and remake one of the popular episodes to date and to be honest, one of the most important concepts that all founders should know - the I – We – They Framework, which has accelerated my business growth and could do the same for yours. I'm sharing this framework that I developed to help me gain clarity on what I ne…

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How to Build and Scale Your Business: 11-Slide Business Plan with Brandon White 30:11

7M ago30:11

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E64: In the world of startups, everyone wants that magic formula to get their business off the ground and scaling fast. But all too often, business plans end up as complicated, unwieldy documents that feel overwhelming to create and follow. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) goes behind the scenes with Brandon White (@BrandonCWhite). He generousl…

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From Hobby to Personal HoldCo: How I Built My Personal Holding Company (BONUS) 2:14:44

7M ago2:14:44

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E63: Happy Holidays! We're taking a one-week break from our regularly scheduled programming. But, we're not leaving you high and dry this week! I was fortunate enough to be invited to my friend and fellow entreprenuer Brandon White's (@BrandonCWhite) recording studio in Half Moon Bay a few weeks ago. If you can believe it, we talked for over 2 hour…

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Danielle Robidoux & Nate Chittenden Share Stories behind Products on Everything Coop's Holiday List 52:36

7M ago52:36

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December 14, 2023Everything Co-op continues to feature finalist from its Inaugural 2023 Holiday List, a thoughtfully curated list of products and services from the cooperative community. In this 3rd installment, Vernon will introduces his listeners to two of his picks for the "Body" & "Community". Nate Chittenden, Member/Owner at Cabot Creamery Coo…

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Christina Jennings, Christina Clamp, Michael Peck & Kevin O'Brien Share Items from 2023 Holiday List 49:07

7M ago49:07

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12.7.2023Christina Jennings, Christina Clamp. Michael Peck & Kevin O'Brien Share Products & Services for the Mind from Everything Co-op's 2023 Co-op Holiday List.Everything Co-op continues its Inaugural 2023 Holiday List, a thoughtfully curated list of products and services from the cooperative community. In this 2nd installment Vernon introduces l…

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Lakeisha Wolf Shares how Ujamaa Collective uses Co-op Model to Create Generational Wealth 51:58

7M ago51:58

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LaKeisha Wolf, Executive Director of Ujamaa Collective discusses how Ujamaa has used the collective cooperative business model to address Community problems, and create generational wealth. This interview features selections from Everything Co-op's 2023 Holiday List, a thoughtfully curated list of products and services from the cooperative communit…

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How to Find Your Next Million Dollar Business Idea 24:22

7M ago24:22

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E62: Ever scratch your head wondering what business you should start next? Yeah, we've all been there. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) takes us on a solo flight as he unravels the simple decision-making process that led him to create his successful businesses. From his venture into startups after Wall Street to the unexpected success of Urban …

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The Art of Storytelling: How Parker Worth Went from Broke to a $22,000 Course Launch 29:24

7M ago29:24

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E61: Many entrepreneurs out there who are hustling to build their online presence often hit a roadblock in their creators journey. Like, they're missing a trick that could change the game for them. Growing your audience? That's no walk in the park. So many creators end up feeling stuck. Today, host Yong-Soo (@YongSooChung) sits down with the amazin…

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Atomic Habits Part 4 Make it Satisfying 15:21

7M ago15:21

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Today, I will let you know what I highlighted and why in part four of this Atomic Habits series. If you’re not familiar with Atomic Habits, here’s a crash course: James Clear wrote this book and introduces “The Four Laws of Behavior Change”. The four laws are: Make it Obvious Make it Attractive Make it Easy Make it Satisfying Those four things to r…

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Josephine Foo and Raymond Deal discuss how they're addressing Tribal Concerns 48:28

8M ago48:28

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November 16, 2023Everything Co-op continues its observance of National American Indian Heritage Month, with an interview of Josephine Foo, executive director of Indian Country Grassroots Support, and project attorney with the Diné Nihi Kéyah Project, and Raymond Deal traditional counselor with Diné Bá Álchíní Yił Ádaaní Navajo Family Voices. Vernon…

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Eva Seidelman & Kevin Fort discuss how Lawyers & Accountants are addressing Tribal Concerns 49:18

8M ago49:18

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November 9, 2023Everything Co-op's kicks off its observance of National American Indian Heritage Month, with an interview of Eva Seidelman, associate at Chestnut Law Offices, and Kevin J. Fort, Executive Director and CFO of Regenerative Business Institute (RBI). Vernon and his guests will discuss the role Lawyers and accountants play in representin…

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Secret to Unlocking Your High-Value Niche 22:50

8M ago22:50

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E60: How did a simple credit-card 'trick' post lead to massive audience growth? It all started with my X post about living in San Francisco with a $0 salary. Yeah, you heard that right - a $0 salary in one of the most expensive cities. And guess what? People lost their minds over it. My socials were a wildfire of comments, DMs, and yeah, even some …

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Atomic Habits Part 3 Make it Easy 10:37

8M ago10:37

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Today, I will let you know what I highlighted and why in part three of this Atomic Habits series. If you’re not familiar with Atomic Habits, here’s a crash course: James Clear wrote this book and introduces “The Four Laws of Behavior Change”. The four laws are: Make it Obvious Make it Attractive Make it Easy Make it Satisfying Those four things to …

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