The Build Black Show is where entrepreneurs, creators, and visionaries unlock bootstrap strategy, business blueprints with a mix of cultural relevancy. Most of us didn&#39;t wake up and become entrepreneurs or owners as sometimes life pushes us into self-reliance. We mix in interviews, heated discussions, and business know how for a more authentic listening experience.DEI closed the door. We found the keys. 🔑 Black Business Ownership!New episodes drop every Tuesday with bonus content reserved for our paid members of The Owners Suite.StartUpStrategy BlackExcellence EconomicEmpowerment BlackOwnedBusinessHustleCulture SuccessMindset EntrepreneurPodcast BusinessPodcast StartupStoriesGenerationalWealth

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What happens when medicine, wellness, food, and entrepreneurship all meet at the same table?On Episode 25 of The Build Black Show, we sit down with Dr. Monique May, board-certified family physician, founder of Physician In The Kitchen®, bestselling author, speaker, and entrepreneur, for a candid conversation about health, wellness, vaccines, nutrition, and building a business around your expertise.With more than 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. May brings a physician’s perspective to some of today’s most important health conversations while also showing what it looks like to take knowledge beyond the exam room and turn it into books, media, products, and a growing wellness brand.We discuss vaccines and making informed health decisions, preventive health, nutrition and plant-based eating, the connection between lifestyle and long-term wellness, and why credible medical information matters in an era of conflicting health advice.But this conversation goes beyond medicine.Dr. May shares her entrepreneurial journey as the creator of Physician In The Kitchen®, her experience becoming a bestselling author, and how she transformed her medical and culinary expertise into an expanding business and media platform.If you&#39;re interested in health and wellness, vaccines, preventive healthcare, healthy eating, entrepreneurship, physician entrepreneurship, plant-based nutrition, Black entrepreneurship, or building a brand from your expertise, this episode is for you.Guest info: Check Dr.Moniques&#39; books and consultations <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.physicianinthekitchen.net%2F&redir_token=QUZZTVljR1Y3VGMzV2ljOGZmWkZzanVycmNFYnxBTl9pYzRkRFZBNTUybFgycjl3bUk2M19oRkhwR0ZtVGNBYTFMLXNJVzhZS2JtOGVhVE1hWDg0WEdqVGNON2JEMWZ3bWwzbWdfdUt2aGZfZmlPNTZEU3hxOEJmSXlmb2JpczNW&v=CFXbQzDQN3Y" rel="nofollow">https://www.physicianinthekitchen.net</a>Business owners in the U.S. reduce your credit card processing fees to zero. We can beat all rates upgrade your terminals. Free to see and no obligation <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fzeropay.info%2F&redir_token=QUZZTVljSFNLM1BVR0Z5TGJOYkxlYjdVMG5GUHxBTl9pYzRkWVNzSjFJRlhVa08wWlN2c1I2ODZJVTBtRHozQkZKUndlYkpOdVk3bVZPeWlWUzBJczNCYm81aFQyckhhY3FRVFpFcklaN1htZDNjZWNEU1dkNWpkR3E5V0EwNWU3&v=CFXbQzDQN3Y" rel="nofollow">https://zeropay.info</a> Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

A board-certified physician talks vaccines, nutrition, preventive health and turning medical expertise into a wellness business.

**Title:** Doctor’s Orders: Vaccines, Wellness &amp; Entrepreneurship with Dr. Monique May

**Subtitle:** A board-certified physician talks vaccines, nutrition, preventive health and turning medical expertise into a wellness business.

On Episode 25 of **The Build Black Show**, board-certified family physician and Physician In The Kitchen® founder **Dr. Monique May** joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about health, wellness, vaccines, nutrition, entrepreneurship, and ownership.

Dr. May has more than two decades of clinical experience and has expanded her expertise far beyond traditional medicine. She is a bestselling author, speaker, culinary-trained physician, media personality, and entrepreneur who has built the Physician In The Kitchen® brand around helping people make healthier food and lifestyle choices.

We get into the conversations many families and entrepreneurs are having right now: How do we make informed decisions about our health? What should we understand about vaccines? How much does nutrition matter? And how do we separate credible medical information from the flood of health claims we encounter every day?

Then we switch lanes into entrepreneurship and discuss how Dr. May turned her knowledge into intellectual property, books, products, television and a health-focused business.

It’s **health, wealth, wellness and ownership** in one conversation — exactly where The Build Black Show lives.


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Ep 25: Doctor’s Orders: Vaccines, Wellness & Building a Health Brand | Dr. Monique May

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Could someone legally take control of the business you&#39;ve spent years building?Attorney Scherrie L. Prince joins The Build Black Show for an eye-opening conversation about the overlooked legal red flags that can leave entrepreneurs vulnerable.Many business owners focus on customers, sales, marketing and growth — while assuming that forming an LLC or filing a few documents means their company is protected. But your business structure, ownership agreements, contracts, partnerships, intellectual property and even the way you operate your company can have serious consequences when something goes wrong.In this episode, Scherrie breaks down business structure and operational mistakes entrepreneurs often don&#39;t discover until there&#39;s a dispute, ownership challenge, financial problem, or threat to the company itself.We explore business structures, LLCs, ownership, partnerships, operating agreements, contracts, intellectual property, asset protection and the legal foundations every entrepreneur should understand when building a company.If you&#39;re a small business owner, entrepreneur, startup founder or anyone building a business you intend to grow and keep, Episode 24 is a conversation you don&#39;t want to miss.Because building the business is only half the battle.You also have to protect what you built. Show your love by following, linking, and commenting on our episodes. Thanks for listening! Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Attorney Scherrie L. Prince Reveals the Business Structure & Legal Mistakes That Can Put Your Company at Risk

You built the company — but have you actually protected your ownership of it?

Attorney Scherrie L. Prince joins The Build Black Show to reveal overlooked business structure and operational red flags that can put entrepreneurs, their assets and even control of their companies at risk.

In this episode, we examine the legal side of entrepreneurship that many small business owners don&#39;t think about until there&#39;s already a problem.

Scherrie discusses business structures, LLCs, partnerships, ownership agreements, contracts, intellectual property, asset protection and the operational decisions that can create unexpected vulnerabilities inside a growing company.

What happens when business partners disagree? Does forming an LLC automatically protect you? Are your ownership documents and agreements actually protecting what you think they are? And could the way you&#39;re operating your company create problems later?

This episode is essential listening for entrepreneurs, founders and small business owners who aren&#39;t just trying to start a business — but want to build, protect and retain ownership of something valuable.

Episode 24 of The Build Black Show explores an important side of wealth building that doesn&#39;t get talked about enough:

It&#39;s not enough to build it.

You need to know how to protect it.


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Ep 24: They Can Take Your Business: Legal Red Flags Every Entrepreneur Should Know

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How do you turn a podcast into a business and make money on YouTube? Phil Byrd, Orlando&#39;s “Podcast Doctor,” shares how entrepreneurs can turn podcast ideas into real shows, build an audience, monetize content, and use podcasting to grow their businesses. Phil also opens up about his journey with Stage 5 kidney failure, resilience, purpose, and his search for a living kidney donor. Thank you for following and commenting. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Six-Figure Podcast Blueprint

How do you turn a podcast idea into a real business?

Phil Byrd, better known as The Podcast Doctor, joins Coach Swan Simpson to share how entrepreneurs, creators, and businesses can start a podcast, build an audience, grow on YouTube, and monetize their content.

With a background in radio and broadcasting, including ESPN Orlando, Phil has helped clients build successful podcasts and significant YouTube audiences. He also shares the personal story behind his work as he navigates Stage 5 kidney failure and searches for a living kidney donor.

This conversation covers podcasting, YouTube growth, podcast monetization, content strategy, entrepreneurship, resilience, and building a media brand around your expertise.


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Ep 23: The Podcast Doctor: How to Turn a Podcast Into a Business

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What does it take to keep building when life forces you to become a different version of yourself?On this episode of The Build Black Show, we sit down with Dora Chambers, international speaker, transformational coach, business advisor, entrepreneur, and a powerful voice for personal and professional transformation.Dora has built a career helping people move beyond limitations, recognize their potential, and turn life experience into purpose. Her journey has also placed her alongside major entrepreneurial brands, including work connected to Kandi Burruss&#39; Kandi Koated/Bedroom Kandi ecosystem, service with Woman Who CAN, and a featured appearance on the Tubi series Sister Vibes.But this conversation is bigger than titles and accomplishments.Dora shares lessons about reinvention, resilience, leadership, entrepreneurship, overcoming adversity, personal growth, and building something that creates impact beyond you.If you&#39;re an entrepreneur, business owner, professional, or simply standing at a crossroads wondering what your next chapter looks like, this episode is a reminder that your setbacks don&#39;t have to be the end of your story—they can become part of your blueprint.In this conversation:<ul><li>Turning adversity into purpose</li><li>Reinventing yourself personally and professionally</li><li>Developing the mindset to keep moving forward</li><li>Building relationships and positioning yourself for bigger opportunities</li><li>Leadership and transformational growth</li><li>Creating impact and legacy</li><li>What entrepreneurs can learn from life&#39;s hardest seasons</li></ul>This is The Build Black Show—real stories, real strategies and real blueprints for building success. No gatekeeping. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

**International speaker and transformational coach Dora Chambers joins The Build Black Show for a powerful conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, reinvention, leadership and building a legacy.**

Dora&#39;s journey has taken her from overcoming major personal challenges to advising, speaking, training and helping others recognize what&#39;s possible in their own lives. Her work has included connections with **Kandi Burruss&#39; Kandi Koated/Bedroom Kandi brand ecosystem**, leadership with **Woman Who CAN**, and a featured appearance on the Tubi television series **Sister Vibes**.

In this episode, Dora shares the mindset behind transformation: how to move through setbacks, recognize new opportunities, develop stronger relationships, use your experiences as an asset, and keep building when life doesn&#39;t follow the original plan.

You&#39;ll hear lessons on **personal development, business growth, entrepreneurship, leadership, resilience, purpose and legacy**—along with practical takeaways you can apply to your own journey.

Because sometimes the thing you thought was going to stop you becomes the very story that qualifies you to help somebody else.

**The Build Black Show shares the blueprints behind entrepreneurship, ownership, wealth, innovation and impact—no gatekeeping.**


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Ep 22: When Life Starts Lifing, How To Pivot AF!

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Want to Start a Business? Why Franchising Could Be the Smarter MoveStarting a business doesn&#39;t always mean starting from zero.Jon Smith Subs CEO Robert Cvetkovski and franchisee Daniel Nunn join The Build Black Show to break down how franchising can create a powerful pathway to start-up success, entrepreneurship, business ownership, and sustainable growth.Robert explains why he wants to create more franchise ownership opportunities for Black entrepreneurs, while Daniel shares the franchisee side of the journey—what it&#39;s like to build a business with an established brand, proven systems, training, and support already behind you.We get into the real advantages of franchising, what aspiring owners need to know before investing, how franchise businesses grow, and why buying into the right system can eliminate some of the trial and error that comes with traditional entrepreneurship.If you want to own a business but don&#39;t necessarily want to invent the business, brand, products, and systems yourself, this episode may completely change the way you think about entrepreneurship.Start-up. Ownership. Growth. Franchising. Legacy.Let&#39;s Build Black. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Model Blueprint

Episode 21: The Power of Franchising: A Proven Path to Start-Up Success &amp; Business Growth

What if entrepreneurship didn’t have to mean building a business from scratch?

In this episode of **The Build Black Show**, we sit down with **Robert Cvetkovski, CEO of Jon Smith Subs**, and franchisee **Daniel Nunn** for a powerful conversation about **franchising, start-up opportunities, business growth, and entrepreneurship**.

Robert shares why he believes the franchise model can give aspiring entrepreneurs a stronger foundation for success—and why creating opportunities for **Black entrepreneurs and underserved communities** is an important part of growing the Jon Smith Subs brand.

Daniel brings the conversation to life from the franchisee perspective, discussing what it means to step into business ownership with an established brand, proven systems, operational support, and a business model designed to scale.

We explore the difference between starting a business from zero and investing in a franchise, what prospective franchise owners should understand before making the leap, and how the right franchise opportunity can provide a roadmap for long-term growth.

**In this episode:**

* Why franchising can be a powerful path into entrepreneurship
* The advantages of a proven business model versus starting from scratch
* How franchise systems support start-up and business growth
* What entrepreneurs should look for in a franchise opportunity
* Robert&#39;s vision for expanding opportunities for Black entrepreneurs
* Daniel&#39;s experience as a franchisee
* Building wealth through business ownership
* What it really takes to grow and operate a successful franchise

If you&#39;ve been thinking about **starting a business, buying a franchise, creating generational wealth, or finding a proven path into entrepreneurship**, this conversation is for you.

**The Build Black Show — no gatekeeping. Just the blueprints for building, owning, growing, and creating legacy.**


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Episode 21: The Power of Franchising: A Proven Path to Black Owned Start-Up Success & Business Growth

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Your family tree may tell you more than where you came from. It could tell you what your family once owned.Historical researcher Jennine Labuzan joins The Build Black Show for a deep dive into genealogy, ancestral land, federal land patents and the records Black families may have never been taught to search.Jennine says her own genealogy research led her to an extraordinary discovery involving her third-great-grandfather, Charles A. Labuzan, and property tied to an 1840 federal land patent. Her search eventually grew into a legal battle involving land in Mississippi and a federal Quiet Title Act lawsuit against the United States. Court records show that in July 2026, a federal judge denied the government’s motion to dismiss that case, allowing the litigation to move forward.Recently featured on #RolandMartinUnfiltered, Jennine joins The Build Black Show to explain what she found, how she found it, and why she believes Black Americans should begin digging deeper into their own genealogy and property records.We get into:<ul><li>Federal land patents and why they matter</li><li>Genealogy beyond building a family tree</li><li>Researching deeds, property and public records</li><li>Black land ownership and historical land loss</li><li>Ancestral and inheritance claims</li><li>How forgotten records can affect generational wealth</li><li>Why knowing the names of your ancestors matters</li></ul>This is one of those episodes that may completely change what you think genealogy is for.Don’t just ask where your family came from. Start asking what they owned.This conversation discusses an ongoing legal dispute and the guest’s research and interpretations. It is not legal advice. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Jennine Labuzan is Suing For What She And Her Ancesters Are Owed!

What if researching your family tree uncovered more than names and birth records?

What if it uncovered land?

On this episode of The Build Black Show, historical researcher Jennine Labuzan joins us for a fascinating conversation about genealogy, federal land patents, ancestral property rights, and why she believes more Black Americans should investigate the records connected to their own family histories.

Jennine’s personal genealogy journey led her to documents involving her third-great-grandfather, Charles A. Labuzan, and an 1840 federal land patent. That discovery ultimately became part of an ongoing legal battle over property in Mississippi. In 2026, she filed a federal Quiet Title Act case against the United States, and a federal judge recently denied the government’s motion to dismiss that case.

Fresh off a recent feature on #RolandMartinUnfiltered, Jennine sits down with The Build Black Show to walk through the research that changed the way she saw her family history.

We discuss land patents, genealogy, public records, ancestral land, Black land loss, generational wealth, family documentation, and the questions descendants may need to start asking.

This episode isn’t just about one family’s fight.

It raises a much bigger question:

How much of our family history—and possibly our inheritance—have we simply never researched?

This conversation may have you searching your grandparents’ and great-grandparents’ names before the episode is over.

The discussion reflects the guest’s research, experiences, interpretations and ongoing legal claims and should not be considered legal advice.

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Ep 20: How Jennine  Labuzan's Geneaology Research Helped A Federal Judge Say YES To Her Suing The U.S. Government!

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You do not need to be wealthy to start investing—but investing can become one of the tools that helps you build wealth.In this episode of The Build Black Show, Jose “Dre” Martin of Edward Jones joins Coach Swan Simpson for a powerful and approachable conversation about investing, financial confidence, and planning for the future.They discuss why people often avoid investing, how to move beyond the fear of not knowing enough, and why building wealth requires more than simply earning a good income. For entrepreneurs, professionals, families, and first-time investors, this conversation offers a valuable reminder: your money needs a purpose, a strategy, and enough time to grow.You will hear an honest discussion about creating financial goals, preparing for retirement, developing better money habits, and taking the first steps toward building a stronger financial future.You do not have to master everything overnight. You simply have to stop allowing confusion, fear, or procrastination to keep you on the sidelines.Press play and start thinking about what your money could accomplish when it is connected to a real plan.For educational purposes only. This episode does not provide individualized financial, tax, legal, or investment advice. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Cracking the Black Wealth-Building Code

Making money is one thing. Knowing how to invest it, protect it, and make it work toward your future is something entirely different.

In Episode 19 of The Build Black Show, financial advisor Jose “Dre” Martin of Edward Jones joins us for a practical conversation about investing, financial planning, and building wealth with intention.

We break down why so many people delay investing, how fear and confusion can keep families from building long-term wealth, and why you do not have to be rich—or know everything about the stock market—to begin creating a financial strategy.

This conversation is especially important for entrepreneurs and business owners who spend years building companies but may not have developed a personal plan for retirement, investments, and financial security outside of the business.

Whether you are a new investor, restarting your financial journey, or looking for smarter ways to plan for the future, this episode will help you think differently about your money.

Because earning income pays today’s bills. Investing with a plan can help build tomorrow’s freedom.

This episode is provided for educational purposes and should not be considered personalized financial or investment advice.


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Ep 19: Investing While Black | Breaking the Barriers to Wealth

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Comedy may look like laughter from the audience, but behind every joke is a business, a sacrifice, and sometimes an entire family depending on the next opportunity.In this episode of The Build Black Show, veteran comedian, actor, writer, and producer Rodney Perry sits down with the crew for an honest conversation about building a lasting career in comedy—and using laughter to create a life.Rodney shares how telling jokes helped pay for his children’s education, support his family, and finance the lifestyle he worked decades to build. He breaks down the business of comedy, the difference between being funny and being a professional, and what comedians must understand about longevity, relationships, preparation, and getting paid.Known for appearances on Def Comedy Jam, ComicView, Who’s Got Jokes?, BET’s The Mo’Nique Show, Bounce TV’s Off the Chain, and Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Big Happy Family, Rodney has built a multifaceted career across stand-up, television, film, writing, producing, and mentoring.But the conversation takes a deeper turn when Rodney opens up about the serious health scare that became his wake-up call. After suffering a near-fatal stroke in 2016, he was forced to slow down, examine his health, and reconsider what success truly means.This episode is funny, transparent, and packed with lessons for comedians, creators, entertainers, entrepreneurs, and anyone attempting to turn their gift into a sustainable business.In this episode:<ul><li>How Rodney turned comedy into a real career</li><li>Why being funny is only one part of the business</li><li>How jokes helped educate his children and support his family</li><li>The financial realities behind life as a working comedian</li><li>What longevity requires in the entertainment industry</li><li>The health scare that changed Rodney’s perspective</li><li>Why success means nothing when your health is falling apart</li><li>Lessons for the next generation of comedians and creators</li></ul>This is not simply a story about making people laugh. It is a blueprint for using your talent, protecting your health, and building something that can take care of the people you love. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Rodney Perry Built a Life With Laughter—Then a Health Scare Changed Everything

Veteran comedian and actor Rodney Perry joins The Build Black Show for a powerful conversation about comedy, money, family, longevity, and the health scare that forced him to reconsider everything.

Rodney’s career has taken him from performing during his time in the United States Navy to national television, major comedy stages, film roles, writing, producing, and mentoring emerging talent. His credits include ComicView, Def Comedy Jam, Who’s Got Jokes?, BET’s The Mo’Nique Show, Bounce TV’s Off the Chain, and Madea’s Big Happy Family.

In this candid interview, Rodney explains how comedy became much more than entertainment. His jokes paid bills, supported his lifestyle, and helped put his children through school. He also reveals what it really takes to survive in the comedy business when applause does not always translate into ownership, stability, or long-term wealth.

Rodney then shares the frightening health crisis that became a wake-up call. After suffering a near-fatal stroke, he was forced to confront the physical price of constantly working, traveling, and pushing forward without placing the same value on his health.

It is an unforgettable conversation about turning a gift into income, building a decades-long career, caring for your family, and learning that your health must remain part of your definition of success.

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Ep 18: Comedian Rodney Perry: When Jokes Pay the Bills—and Saves Your Life!

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Episode 17 of The Build Black Show features Marc Pitts, co-founder of Discount Vape Pen, who shares how he turned a $20 business started in his garage into a million-dollar online company.Marc takes us behind the scenes of building a business in one of the most controversial and heavily regulated industries in America. He opens up about recognizing the opportunity, growing the company online, overcoming the stigma surrounding vaping, and accepting the responsibility that comes with selling age-restricted products.We also discuss underage vaping, changing regulations, legal compliance, customer trust, and the decisions that helped Marc grow from a small startup into a seven-figure e-commerce operation.This conversation explores what entrepreneurs can learn from Marc’s journey—including testing an idea before spending heavily, listening to the market, adapting to change, and continuing to build even when people question the industry you have chosen.Whether you agree with the vaping industry or not, Marc Pitts’ story is an honest look at entrepreneurship, controversy, responsibility, and what it takes to grow a business from almost nothing. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

How Marc Pitts Turned $100 Into a Seven-Figure Online Business

Episode 17 of The Build Black Show features Marc Pitts, co-founder of Discount Vape Pen, who shares how he turned a $100 business started in his garage into a million-dollar online company.

Marc takes us behind the scenes of building a business in one of the most controversial and heavily regulated industries in America. He opens up about recognizing the opportunity, growing the company online, overcoming the stigma surrounding vaping, and accepting the responsibility that comes with selling age-restricted products.

We also discuss underage vaping, changing regulations, legal compliance, customer trust, and the decisions that helped Marc grow from a small startup into a seven-figure e-commerce operation.

This conversation explores what entrepreneurs can learn from Marc’s journey—including testing an idea before spending heavily, listening to the market, adapting to change, and continuing to build even when people question the industry you have chosen.

Whether you agree with the vaping industry or not, Marc Pitts’ story is an honest look at entrepreneurship, controversy, responsibility, and what it takes to grow a business from almost nothing.


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Ep 17: He Built a $1M Vape Business From His Garage | Marc Pitts

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Should Black Americans keep voting... or is it time to boycott elections the same way consumers boycott major corporations?In this powerful roundtable episode of The Build Black Show, the crew steps away from guest interviews to tackle one of the most controversial conversations happening in America.Following the latest news surrounding the Election Assistance Commission, we explore what voting means today, whether elections can still create meaningful change, and why some entrepreneurs believe building businesses may have a greater long-term impact than political participation.Inside this episode we discuss:• Should Black America continue voting?• Is refusing to vote a legitimate form of protest?• Are economic boycotts more powerful than political ones?• Does business ownership create more freedom than politics?• Can entrepreneurship shift communities faster than elections?• What role should the next generation play in shaping the future?This isn&#39;t about telling you what to believe.It&#39;s about asking the difficult questions most people avoid.Whether you believe voting is essential, think the system is broken, or simply want to hear thoughtful perspectives from successful Black entrepreneurs, this episode will challenge your assumptions.The Build Black Show is where Black entrepreneurs, founders, creators, investors and business leaders come together to discuss ownership, media authority, wealth creation, culture, and economic empowerment.Thanks for the Follow &amp; Subscribe Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

A Roundtable on Elections, Boycotts, Business & Black Economic Power

Should Black Americans keep voting... or is it time to boycott elections the same way consumers boycott major corporations?

In this powerful roundtable episode of The Build Black Show, the crew steps away from guest interviews to tackle one of the most controversial conversations happening in America.

Following the latest news surrounding the Election Assistance Commission, we explore what voting means today, whether elections can still create meaningful change, and why some entrepreneurs believe building businesses may have a greater long-term impact than political participation. 

Inside this episode we discuss:

• Should Black America continue voting?

 • Is refusing to vote a legitimate form of protest?

 • Are economic boycotts more powerful than political ones?

 • Does business ownership create more freedom than politics?

 • Can entrepreneurship shift communities faster than elections?

 • What role should the next generation play in shaping the future?

This isn&#39;t about telling you what to believe.

It&#39;s about asking the difficult questions most people avoid.

Whether you believe voting is essential, think the system is broken, or simply want to hear thoughtful perspectives from successful Black entrepreneurs, this episode will challenge your assumptions.

The Build Black Show is where Black entrepreneurs, founders, creators, investors and business leaders come together to discuss ownership, media authority, wealth creation, entrepreneurship, business growth, leadership and economic empowerment.

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Ep 16: Should Black Americans Stop Voting?

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In this episode of The Build Black Show, we sit down with pro football player Latavious Brini for a powerful conversation about his upbringing, his grandmother’s influence, leadership, love, and what it feels like to live out his dream playing football.Latavious opens up about the people and lessons that shaped him, including the role his grandmother played in helping him become the man he is today. He talks about leading with love, staying grounded through the journey, and why so many people block their own blessings before they even get started.This episode is bigger than football. It is about belief, discipline, purpose, family, legacy, business growth, entrepreneurship, and refusing to gatekeep yourself from the life you were called to live.For Black entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, small business owners, founders, and dreamers, this conversation is a reminder to stop shrinking, stop waiting for permission, and start walking fully in what is already inside of you.The Build Black Show is where ownership, business growth, visibility, media authority, branding, leadership, and legacy meet real stories from people building something meaningful.#businesstips  #smallbusinessmarketing #businessmindset #buildblackshow #businessmindset #creatorbusiness #blackowned #businesssalesstrategy #blackentrepreneurs #creatorbusiness Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Episode 15: Stop Gatekeeping Yourself — Latavious Brini on Pro-Footb

In Episode 15 of The Build Black Show, we interview pro football player Latavious Brini about his journey through football, his upbringing, the influence of his grandmother, and the mindset it takes to keep chasing a dream.

Latavious shares how love, discipline, family, and purpose have shaped the way he shows up on and off the field. He talks about what it means to lead with love, why his grandmother’s impact still guides him, and why people must stop gatekeeping themselves from their own potential.

This conversation is for anyone who has ever had a dream but talked themselves out of going after it. It is for the athlete, the entrepreneur, the creator, the founder, and the person who knows there is more inside of them.

On The Build Black Show, we spotlight real stories of ownership, business growth, media authority, visibility, branding, leadership, wealth-building, and legacy. This episode is a reminder that sometimes the biggest gatekeeper is not the world. Sometimes it is you.

Stop gatekeeping yourself. The dream is still possible.

#businesstips  #smallbusinessmarketing #businessmindset #buildblackshow #businessmindset #creatorbusiness #blackowned #businesssalesstrategy #blackentrepreneurs #creatorbusiness

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Ep 15: Stop Gatekeeping Yourself — Latavious Brini on Pro-Football, Love & Living His Dream

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Episode 14 of The Build Black Show features Tai “Rottweiler” Vann — a former MMA fighter, Orlando news professional, fitness trainer, youth mentor, and founder of V-Elite Sports Performance &amp; Fitness.In this powerful conversation, Tai opens up about his rough upbringing, the mindset shift that changed his character, and the determination that helped him fight his way into a breakthrough opportunity at an Orlando news station. But his story does not stop with survival. It becomes a blueprint for discipline, business growth, media authority, community impact, and giving back.Tai shares how fitness became more than training bodies. It became a way to build confidence, leadership, structure, and character — especially for young people who need positive examples and real support.This episode is for Black entrepreneurs, small business owners, founders, creators, trainers, coaches, and anyone building something from the ground up while becoming the person their purpose requires.Listen now for a real conversation about mindset, ownership, business, discipline, purpose, and building a life that gives back.The Build Black Show is hosted by Coach Swan Simpson and spotlights Black entrepreneurs, business owners, founders, creators, and leaders building ownership, visibility, wealth, and media authority.#blackbusinesstips  #smallbusinessmarketing #businessmindset #buildblackshow #businessmindset #creatorbusiness #swansimpson #businesssalesstrategy #blackentrepreneurs #creatorbusiness Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

e Rebuilt His Life Through Discipline | Tai Vann

Episode 14 of The Build Black Show features Tai “Rottweiler” Vann, a former MMA fighter turned Orlando news professional, fitness trainer, youth mentor, and founder of V-Elite Sports Performance &amp; Fitness.

Tai’s journey is about more than fighting in the cage. It is about fighting through a rough upbringing, changing his mindset, building his character, and refusing to let his past decide his future. In this episode, Tai shares how determination opened the door to a breakthrough opportunity at an Orlando news station and how that same discipline helped him build a business rooted in fitness, youth development, and community impact.

This conversation speaks directly to Black entrepreneurs, small business owners, founders, creators, coaches, trainers, and leaders who understand that business growth starts with personal growth. Tai breaks down the importance of mindset, structure, discipline, confidence, ownership, and giving back.

If you are building your brand, your business, your body, your character, or your next chapter, this episode will remind you that transformation is not just about where you came from. It is about who you decide to become.

The Build Black Show, hosted by Coach Swan Simpson, spotlights Black entrepreneurs and leaders building ownership, visibility, wealth, business growth, branding, media authority, and community impact.

#blackbusinesstips  #smallbusinessmarketing  #businessmindset #buildblackshow #businessmindset #creatorbusiness #swansimpson #businesssalesstrategy #blackentrepreneurs #creatorbusiness

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Ep 14: Tai Vann: From MMA Fighter to Community Builder

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Episode 13 of The Build Black Show sits down with Jawad Yatim, a sports entrepreneur and owner of the Orlando Porates, in a conversation about football, ownership, business, and building a path toward bigger opportunities in the sports world.Jawad is not just talking about the game from the sidelines. He is already involved in team ownership, giving him real insight into what it takes to build, support, and grow a football organization. In this episode, Coach Swan and company talk with Jawad about his journey, his connection to Orlando football, his vision for working in and around the NFL, and why ownership in sports can open doors most people never get close to.This conversation goes beyond football. It is about ambition, access, relationships, business strategy, and understanding that ownership can start before the world recognizes your name. Jawad’s story is a reminder that you do not have to wait until you are a billionaire to start building in the business of sports. You can start with vision, discipline, relationships, and the courage to get in the game.If you are an entrepreneur, athlete, creator, business owner, sports fan, or someone trying to build your way into bigger rooms, this episode will give you something to think about.The Build Black Show highlights entrepreneurs, creators, founders, and visionaries who are building ownership, authority, and legacy through business, media, sports, culture, and community.Watch the full episode and subscribe for more conversations about Black entrepreneurship, business growth, ownership, media authority, branding, wealth-building, and the power of building Black.#blackbusinesstips    #smallbusinessmarketing  #businessmindset #buildblackshow #businessmindset #creatorbusiness #swansimpson #businesssalesstrategy #blackentrepreneurs #creatorbusiness Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Orlando Pirates Owner on Sports, Wealth, Leadership & NFL Dreams

Jawad Yatim, founder, CEO, and general manager of the Orlando Pirates, joins The Build Black Show to discuss the real business of owning a professional indoor football team, the challenges of leadership, the move to Orlando, and his next-level vision of one day working with the NFL.

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Ep 13: NOT JUST A FAN — AN OWNER Jawad Yatim and The Business of Football

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What happens when a personal health journey turns into a purpose-driven restaurant?In Episode 12 of The Build Black Show, Coach Swan Simpson &amp; the crew sit down with the owners of Soulicious Vegan Kitchen, a vegan soul food restaurant built on faith, marriage, health, and service.Tiffany shares how her own health challenges pushed her toward a more natural and holistic lifestyle, eventually leading her to plant-based eating and the creation of Soulicious Vegan Kitchen. Her husband shares why he left his job to help support his wife’s dream and build the vision with her.This episode is a real conversation about the challenges of restaurant ownership, the power of faith in God, building a business as husband and wife, and using food as a way to serve the community.Perfect for entrepreneurs, restaurant owners, faith-driven founders, married couples in business, vegan food lovers, and anyone building something from purpose.#blackbusinesstips    #smallbusinessmarketing  #businessmindset #buildblackshow #businessmindset #creatorbusiness #swansimpson #businesssalesstrategy #blackentrepreneurs #creatorbusiness Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

God, Marriage & Money!

Vegan Kitchen, a vegan soul food restaurant in Apopka, Florida, built on faith, purpose, marriage, and healing.

Tiffany shares how her personal health journey inspired her to embrace a more natural and holistic lifestyle, which eventually led to the creation of Soulicious Vegan Kitchen. What started as a decision to take better care of her body became a mission to serve others through plant-based comfort food.

This episode also explores the reality of restaurant ownership — the long hours, the pressure, the sacrifices, and the faith required to keep building. Her husband shares what it meant to leave his job to help support his wife’s dream and turn their shared vision into a business rooted in God, love, and service.

This is a powerful conversation for entrepreneurs, restaurant owners, married couples in business, faith-driven founders, and anyone who believes that purpose can come from personal pain.

Topics include:

Starting a vegan soul food restaurant
Using food as part of a health and wellness journey
The challenges of owning a restaurant
Building a business with your spouse
Faith, sacrifice, and entrepreneurship
Turning a personal health journey into a purpose-driven brand

#TheBuildBlackShow #SouliciousVeganKitchen #VeganSoulFood #BlackOwnedBusiness #FaithAndBusiness #RestaurantOwner #PlantBasedLifestyle #BlackEntrepreneurs #HusbandAndWifeBusiness #HolisticHealth

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Ep 12: The Faith Story Behind Soulicious Vegan Kitchen

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Editor’s Note: This episode was recorded during a strategy conversation when we were considering the name Fan Fuel TV. Since recording, we made the decision to keep the name Black On Demand TV and move forward with the Black On Demand Mobile App because of our existing audience on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and our growing community base. We decided to release this lost episode anyway because it captures the real-time founder journey before our Juneteenth launch.The Lost Episode: We Almost Changed The Name… Then Gave The Community Free Shares in the company.In Episode 11 of The Build Black Show, we take you inside a raw, behind-the-scenes conversation that almost changed the future of Black On Demand TV.At the time of this recording, we were seriously considering a new name — Fan Fuel TV — as we discussed building a Black-owned tech company, launching a mobile app, and giving the community access to free shares. But after more strategy, reflection, and respect for the audience we’ve already built on Roku and Amazon Fire TV, we made the decision to keep the name Black On Demand TV and move forward with the Black On Demand Mobile App.We’re sharing this lost episode ahead of our Juneteenth launch because it captures the real founder journey: the ideas, the pivots, the debates, and the mission behind creating a platform that our community can help grow, support, and own.This is not just an episode about a name change. It’s about ownership, media, technology, and building something bigger than content.#BlackOnDemandTV #BuildBlackShow #BlackOwnedTech #BlackMedia #JuneteenthLaunch #BlackBusiness #CommunityOwnership #OwnEverything Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Editor’s Note: This episode was recorded during a strategy conversation when we were considering the name Fan Fuel TV. Since recording, we made the decision to keep the name Black On Demand TV and move forward with the Black On Demand Mobile App because of our existing audience on Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and our growing community base. We decided to release this lost episode anyway because it captures the real-time founder journey before our Juneteenth 2026 launch. 

Episode 11: The Lost Episode — We Almost Changed The Name… Then Gave The Community Free Shares
In this powerful lost episode of The Build Black Show, we share the behind-the-scenes conversation that almost changed the future of Black On Demand TV.
Originally recorded when we were considering the name Fan Fuel TV, this episode captures the real-time founder journey of building a Black-owned tech company, launching the Black On Demand Mobile App, and creating a new opportunity for the community to receive free shares ahead of our Juneteenth launch.
After deeper strategy and reflection, we decided to keep the name Black On Demand TV because the brand already has a strong foundation through Roku and Amazon Fire TV, along with a growing audience of entrepreneurs, creators, business owners, and culture builders who believe in Black media ownership.
This episode is about more than a possible name change. It is about Black ownership, community equity, media power, mobile technology, entrepreneurship, and building a platform that gives our stories, businesses, and voices a place to grow.
We decided to release this lost episode because it shows the raw, honest process behind building a movement in public. The name almost changed, but the mission became even clearer.
Topics covered: Black-owned tech, Black On Demand TV, mobile app launch, free community shares, Juneteenth business launch, Black media ownership, entrepreneurship, founder journey, Black creators, Roku TV, Amazon Fire TV, and community ownership.
Hashtags:
#BlackOnDemandTV #BuildBlackShow #BlackOwnedTech #BlackMediaOwnership #BlackBusiness #JuneteenthLaunch #CommunityOwnership #BlackCreators #MobileAppLaunch #OwnEverything

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Ep 11: The Lost Episode: We Almost Changed Our Streaming Name

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The Sisterhood Crisis Nobody Wants To Talk AboutBlack women are among the most influential consumers, entrepreneurs, voters, and culture creators in America. So why does it sometimes feel like collaboration is harder than it should be?In this powerful episode of The Build Black Show, we tackle a difficult but necessary conversation about unity, support, leadership, and the relationships Black women have with one another. We discuss why some women feel unsupported, why competition often replaces collaboration, and how that impacts businesses, families, communities, and legacy building.More importantly, we focus on solutions.From entrepreneurship and networking to mentorship and community building, we explore practical ways Black women can leverage their collective power to create stronger businesses, stronger families, and stronger communities. We also discuss the role Black men have played in supporting the growth of Black On Demand TV and The Build Black Show and what true partnership looks like moving forward.This episode isn&#39;t about blame. It&#39;s about accountability, healing, ownership, and building something greater together.The conversation is honest. The solutions are actionable. The future is ours to build.#BuildBlackShow #BlackWomen #BlackExcellence #BlackBusiness #WomenInBusiness #BlackEntrepreneurs #CommunityBuilding #BlackWealth #Leadership #Sisterhood #EconomicEmpowerment #BlackCulture #BlackOwnership #LegacyBuilding #Podcast Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Black Women Have The Power... So Why Aren't We Using It?

Black women possess extraordinary influence across business, politics, education, culture, and community leadership. Yet many continue to ask an important question: Why is collaboration often more difficult than it should be?

In this episode of The Build Black Show, we explore the power of Black women, the challenges that can create division, and the opportunities that emerge when support replaces competition. Through candid discussion, we examine the impact of mentorship, networking, entrepreneurship, and community engagement on collective progress.

We also highlight examples of successful collaboration, discuss the importance of healthy partnerships between Black men and Black women, and share practical strategies for building stronger personal brands, businesses, and communities.

If you&#39;re passionate about leadership, Black wealth creation, entrepreneurship, community development, and legacy building, this conversation will challenge assumptions and inspire action.

Subscribe to The Build Black Show for thought-provoking conversations on ownership, economic empowerment, leadership, culture, and building generational wealth.

#BuildBlackShow #BlackWomenLeadership #BlackWealth #Entrepreneurship #BlackBusiness #CommunityLeadership #BlackCulture #WomenEntrepreneurs #EconomicEmpowerment #LegacyBuilding

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Ep 10: Why Can't We Work Together? A Real Conversation About Black Women & Community.

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What happens when a man with a criminal past, prison time, and homelessness refuses to give up on himself?In Episode 9 of The Build Black Show, we sit down with Chef Andre Combs for one of the wildest and most inspiring comeback stories we’ve ever heard.Before becoming a successful restaurant owner and entrepreneur, Andre was connected to cartel life, got caught, went to prison, and eventually found himself homeless with no clear direction and very limited resources. But instead of folding under pressure, he used resourcefulness, discipline, and unconventional strategies — including leveraging Klarna during difficult times — to help rebuild his life and scale toward a million-dollar restaurant brand.This episode dives into:<ul><li>surviving prison and homelessness</li><li>rebuilding after losing everything</li><li>the mindset shift from survival mode to business owner</li><li>using creative financing and leverage to build a brand</li><li>entrepreneurship, discipline, and second chances</li><li>restaurant business lessons</li><li>turning pain into purpose</li><li>overcoming setbacks and creating legacy</li></ul>This is not a story about glorifying street life.It’s a story about transformation, accountability, resilience, and learning how to build something bigger than your past.If you’ve ever felt stuck, broke, overlooked, or counted out, this conversation will challenge the way you think about business, survival, and what’s possible when you refuse to quit.#blackbusinesstips    #smallbusinessmarketing  #businessmindset #buildblackshow #businessmindset #creatorbusiness #swansimpson #businesssalesstrategy #blackentrepreneurs #creatorbusiness <h2> </h2> Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 9: From Homeless To Million Dollar Brand Using Klarna

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A cloud bob. A cloud bob. That&#39;s what a young white fashion industry insider decided to dub one of the most politically charged, culturally loaded, hard-won symbols in Black history — and Vogue ran with it like it was breaking news.In Episode 8 of Build Black Show, we&#39;re gathered around the fire pit having the real conversation: this isn&#39;t just about hair. This is about who controls the narrative, who profits from Black culture, and why ownership — of media, of beauty brands, of the stories we tell about ourselves — is not optional. It&#39;s survival.The afro doesn&#39;t need a rebrand. It doesn&#39;t need a new name. It doesn&#39;t need Vogue&#39;s validation. It needed us — and we built entire movements around it without their permission.We break down why letting mainstream fashion media define Black beauty on their terms is a slow leak in the foundation. We talk about what it looks like to build the infrastructure so that the next Tracee Ellis Ross moment doesn&#39;t just become a Twitter moment — it becomes a business decision.Own your media. Own your products. Own your story.Because the moment you let someone else name your crown, you&#39;ve already handed them the throne.#theafroisnotacloudbob #blackpodcast #podcastrecommendations #blackexcellence #vogue #traceeellisross #blackentrepreneur #blackowned #blackvoices #culturalappropriation New episodes every week. Build Black Show — by us, for us, about everything they keep trying to take. Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Vogue renaming the Afro a “Cloud Bob” Is Wild

They called Tracee Ellis Ross&#39;s afro a &#34;cloud bob.&#34; Nobody asked her. Nobody asked us. Around the fire pit on Episode 8, we talk about why owning your media, your beauty brands, and your narrative isn&#39;t optional — because the moment you let someone else name your crown, you&#39;ve already lost the culture. 
#theafroisnotacloudbob #blackpodcast #podcastrecommendations #blackexcellence #vogue #traceeellisross #blackentrepreneur #blackowned #blackvoices #culturalappropriation

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Ep: 8 Vogue Is Stealing Black Culture Again… And We’re Tired Of It

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In Episode 7 of The Build Black Show, we sit down with Leo Robinson and Samara Jules-Robinson — the husband-and-wife team behind <a href="https://mentorsforfatherlesschildren.com/about-us-1?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="nofollow">Mentors for Fatherless Children &amp; Abused Families</a>.Leo opens up about growing up in the streets, living reckless, and nearly becoming another lost story. But everything changed when Samara entered his life and challenged him to become a better man, husband, and leader.Together, they turned pain into purpose by creating an organization dedicated to helping fatherless children, abused families, and underserved communities find guidance, healing, and hope.This episode dives into:<ul><li>Overcoming street life and destructive cycles</li><li>The impact of strong women and strong partnerships</li><li>Fatherhood, mentorship, and legacy building</li><li>Healing trauma within families and communities</li><li>Why Black leadership and community support matter now more than ever</li></ul>This is more than a redemption story.It’s a blueprint for transformation, accountability, and rebuilding the village.If you care about Black family empowerment, mentorship, community healing, leadership, and generational impact — this episode is a must-listen.#BuildBlack #BlackPodcast #Fatherhood #Mentorship #CommunityLeadership #BlackFamilies #LegacyBuilding #Healing #Entrepreneurship #NonprofitLeadership Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ep 7: How a Former Street Hustler Built Hope for Fatherless Children

In Episode 7 of The Build Black Show, we sit down with Leo Robinson and Samara Jules-Robinson — the husband-and-wife team behind Mentors for Fatherless Children &amp; Abused Families.

Leo opens up about growing up in the streets, living reckless, and nearly becoming another lost story. But everything changed when Samara entered his life and challenged him to become a better man, husband, and leader.

Together, they turned pain into purpose by creating an organization dedicated to helping fatherless children, abused families, and underserved communities find guidance, healing, and hope.

This episode dives into:

Overcoming street life and destructive cycles
The impact of strong women and strong partnerships
Fatherhood, mentorship, and legacy building
Healing trauma within families and communities
Why Black leadership and community support matter now more than ever
This is more than a redemption story.

It’s a blueprint for transformation, accountability, and rebuilding the village.

If you care about Black family empowerment, mentorship, community healing, leadership, and generational impact — this episode is a must-listen.

#BuildBlack #BlackPodcast #Fatherhood #Mentorship #CommunityLeadership #BlackFamilies #LegacyBuilding #Healing #Entrepreneurship #NonprofitLeadership

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Ep 7: He Grew Up With Nothing — Now He's the Father 100 Kids Never Had

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Are we watching history repeat itself?In Episode 6 of The Build Black Show, we uncover little-known Black history moments that directly connect to what’s happening today—especially around voting rights, systemic power shifts, and Black economic progress.With recent developments raising concerns about access, representation, and long-term impact, this episode dives into the patterns that continue to shape our reality.You’ll learn:<ul><li>Hidden Black history events rarely taught in schools</li><li>The connection between past voting rights struggles and current events</li><li>How systemic decisions impact Black wealth, ownership, and opportunity</li><li>Why understanding history is critical to protecting the future</li></ul>If you care about Black wealth, ownership, financial literacy, community empowerment, and legacy building, this episode is essential listening.This isn’t just history—it’s strategy.#BuildBlackShow #BlackWealth #BlackEntrepreneurs #BlackBusinessOwners#EntrepreneurPodcast #BusinessPodcast #StartupStories #MotivationDaily #HustleCulture #SuccessMindset Support this podcast at — <a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations'>https://redcircle.com/build-black/donations</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

They locked the doors. We found the keys.

In this episode of The Build Black Show, we explore overlooked moments in Black history that carry urgent relevance today. From pivotal shifts in voting rights to lesser-known events that reshaped access to power, this conversation connects the past to the present in a way that demands attention.

As new challenges emerge around civic access and representation, understanding these historical patterns becomes more than reflection—it becomes preparation.

This episode breaks down how history informs strategy, why awareness is critical to progress, and what it takes to move forward with intention in uncertain times.

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Ep 6 The Black History They Hid… Is Repeating Right Now

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DEI closed the door. We found the keys. 🔑 Black Business Ownership!

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