dfree® Podcast: In the Black: Recent Episodes
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dfree® is a transformational, lifestyle movement that promotes financial freedom through values-based principles and practical approaches to financial management.
The dfree® Podcast: In The Black highlights the pulse of mental, spiritual and financial health.
The dfree® Financial Freedom Movement was born in the basement of the First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens in Somerset, New Jersey in 2005. It is our home. And, this July, for the first time since 2019, the dfree® Leadership Retreat & Conference returns in person, at home.
Host pastor and dfree® Leader, Dr. Dante Quick is our guest and walks us through how his transition has been as the newest senior pastor of FBCLG, the successor of our founder Rev. Dr. DeForest B. Soaries.
Tune in to learn about what’s next for dfree® at home and FBCLG!
More and more states are legalizing the use and sale of cannabis, which means more businesses are sprouting and thriving. Have you ever thought about how these businesses protect their assets, employees, and customers? The next dfree® In The Black podcast guest, Nichelle Santos, Founder & CEO of CannaCoverage, has the answer.
Are spending your money responsibly? Our dfree® In The Black Podcast guest, financial behaviorist, Jacquette Timmons can help you assess!
Your money doesn’t get up and leave the house while you’re sleeping. On this episode of the dfree® In The Black Podcast, Dr. Soaries and Tamika chat with Jacquette about aligning and adjusting your lifestyle to match your relationship with money.
Jacquette focuses on the human side of money. She works as a financial behaviorist and is committed to getting you to see that you don’t manage money – you manage your choices around money. She helps clients to identify the underlying beliefs and behaviors that shape their financial success.
Tune in to learn how you can apply Jacquette’s principles to your own life!
Do you know how to navigate the corporate world and workplace politics? Deborah T. Owens, the CEO of the Corporate Alley Cat, advocates for people of color in the workplace. In this episode of the dfree® In The Black Podcast, Deborah shares how she’s changing the experience for Black professionals.
The dfree® In The Black podcast has been on hiatus, but we’re back! We’re kicking off season 4 with the launch of the dfree® Podcast Network, and we’re giving you the scoop on our new shows and hosts!
We have new podcasts about money and sports, financial independence, pursuing financial goals, what the Bible says about money and more. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with information and resources to get to the next level financially! To learn more, visit dfree.com/shows.
Married couple Demetrius and Sylvia Jones join Dr. Soaries and Tamika to talk about how much of an impact dfree® has made in their lives! They even joined dfree® in Ghana in 2019 and paid cash for their trip!
First Lady Donna Soaries and Dr. Soaries share their journey towards financial freedom.
Kindred the Family Soul on the importance of the black family and its impact on the journey towards financial freedom.
Senior Loan Officer, Steven Cooper, stops by the dfree® In The Black Podcast to talk to co-hosts Dr. Soaries and Tamika Stembridge about the process and best practices to follow when it comes to securing a mortgage loan.
Life will be different when this pandemic is over. How will we pivot and readjust? Hear from 9/11 survivor and financial planner Dr. Nicole B. Simpson on how she’s survived and thrived after one of the biggest tragedies in American history.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Sheri Riley, the author of 'Exponential Living' and former record label executive helping introduce the world to the likes of TLC, Toni Braxton, and Usher. They talk about Riley's book, her philosophies on attaining peace and purposeful living, and how it relates to the journey of financial freedom.
Rewind episode with Dr. Frank Thomas who talks about the dfree® Ministry at his church, Mount Zion Baptist Church, and him as a dfree® Loyalty Leader.
Bruce Hardnett and Jason Crawford, the co-founders of Get Right Fragrance discuss how they're tapping into new territory as a Black-owned fragrance line and improving the images of Black men.
With nearly 20 years of experience, Ke'yona Joseph, founder and instructor of Pampered Beauty Nail School, gives the inside scoop of how she's flipped the script and is helping African American women take over the lucrative nail industry.
Hear the interview with actor, model, and musician Diggy Simmons from our dfree® Homecoming Conference.
Sheila Ruffin, the boss behind Soca Caribbean Yacht Charters, joins the #InTheBlack podcast to speak about her journey venturing into the yacht charter business - a traditionally White-male dominated industry.
Attorney Audrey Chisolm joins the dfree® In The Black Podcast to talk about her #1 bestselling book: Start a 501c3 Nonprofit that Doesn’t Ruin Your Life: How to Legally Structure Your Nonprofit to Avoid I.R.S. Trouble, Lawsuits, Financial Scandals & More! and how she's helping non-profits structure themselves for success.
Hosted by
Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. CEO & Founder, dfree® www.instagram.com/dbsoaries www.twitter.com/dbsoaries
Tamika Stembridge Executive Director, dfree® Global Foundation www.instagram.com/thefreeblac...
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dfree® is a transformational lifestyle movement that promotes financial freedom through values-based principles and practical approaches to financial management.
Through an increase in spiritual growth, confidence, self-esteem and personal discipline, dfree® participants will experience radical financial transformation. Such a profound lifestyle change in individuals will create ripple effects that positively impact our communities overall.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Kristine Smith, the visionary behind the InSpira, a dance & creative and performing arts program based in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Kristine talks about the journey and challenges of starting her own business and the financial implications of teaching herself how to be an effective entrepreneur.
Viral Instagram sensation, Melissa Jean-Baptiste, sits down to talk to Dr. Soaries and Tamika about how she's using her own real-life story and her platforms to help Millennials all over overcome debt and live financially well.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Dorothea Bernique, Executive Director of Increasing Hope Financial Training Center.
A conversation with 2018 Billion Dollar Challenge Grand Prize Winner Tameka Davis about how to get started on the journey toward financial freedom.
The dfree® Engagement Team shares new updates, tips and tools to inspire, motivate and lead you in changes lives in 2020!
Your money doesn’t get up and walk out of the house when you’re sleeping. Dr. Soaries and Tamika talk to financial behaviorist and dfree® Friend Jacquette Timmons about aligning and adjusting your lifestyle to match your relationship with money.
The Money Coach stops by #InTheBlack to dig deep about how we should be managing both are finances and credit during these unforeseen #coronavirus times.
Rev. Dr. Sabrina J. Ellis talks to dfree® In The Black co-hosts Dr. Soaries and Tamika about her new book, Wife Life, and what it means for First Ladies to secure their futures!
Franchising is a great option for a path of entrepreneurship. So why don’t more Black people choose this option? Hear from attorney R. Michelle Bolden on the importance of franchising in the Black community.
Senior Loan Officer, Steven Cooper, stops by the dfree® In The Black Podcast to talk to co-hosts Dr. Soaries and Tamika Stembridge about the process and best practices to follow when it comes to securing a mortgage loan.
BAO Chapter President Harriet Raghnal details how her chapter is moving the community forward with dfree®!
A brief message from Dr. Soaries on Dr. King during the celebration of the MLK holiday.
Sheila Ruffin, the boss behind Soca Caribbean Yacht Charters, joins the #InTheBlack podcast to speak about her journey venturing into the yacht charter business - a traditionally White-male dominated industry.
Viral Instagram sensation, Melissa Jean-Baptiste, sits down to talk to Dr. Soaries and Tamika about how she's using her own real-life story and her platforms to help Millennials all over overcome debt and live financially well.
Tamika and Dr. Soaries speak with entertainment moguls Ray and Vivian Chew to talk business aspects of the entertainment industry and more.
Hear from a dfree® Loyalty Member who is spreading the gospel of black economic empowerment in Atlanta!
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Kristine Smith, the visionary behind the InSpira, a dance & creative and performing arts program based in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Kristine talks about the journey and challenges of starting her own business and the financial implications of teaching herself how to be an effective entrepreneur.
Hear the interview with actor, model, and musician Diggy Simmons from our dfree® Homecoming Conference.
With nearly 20 years of experience, Ke'yona Joseph, founder and instructor of Pampered Beauty Nail School, gives the inside scoop of how she's flipped the script and is helping African American women take over the lucrative nail industry.
A conversation with Pastor Bruce Farr of Overcoming Church in Indianapolis, Indiana about the impact of dfree® on his congregation.
Sonaya Williams is the founder of The CEO Partner®, a training & development company that teaches heart-centered servant leaders, implementers, admin professionals, virtual assistants, and online business managers how to attract 6 & 7 figure clients. She joins the #InTheBlack Podcast to talk about how she's maximizing this business in Copenhagen!
Hosted by: Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. CEO & Founder, dfree® https://www.instagram.com/dbsoaries https://www.twitter.com/dbsoaries
Tamika Stembridge Executive Director, dfree® Global Foundation https://www.instagram.com/thefreeblac...
Follow the dfree® movement!
https://www.twitter.com/mydfree https://www.facebook.com/mydfree https://www.instagram.com/mydfree
dfree® is a transformational lifestyle movement that promotes financial freedom through values-based principles and practical approaches to financial management.
Through an increase in spiritual growth, confidence, self-esteem and personal discipline, dfree® participants will experience radical financial transformation. Such a profound lifestyle change in individuals will create ripple effects that positively impact our communities overall.
Married couple Demetrius and Sylvia Jones join Dr. Soaries and Tamika to talk about how much of an impact dfree® has made in their lives! They even joined dfree® in Ghana in 2019 and paid cash for their trip!
Humanitarian, author, Chairman of the New Jersey State Human Relations Council, founder of the Hometown Hero Club Ashton Burrell stops by the #InTheBlack Podcast to discuss how he's helping to improve the community.
Attorney Audrey Chisolm joins the dfree® In The Black Podcast to talk about her #1 bestselling book: Start a 501c3 Nonprofit that Doesn’t Ruin Your Life: How to Legally Structure Your Nonprofit to Avoid I.R.S. Trouble, Lawsuits, Financial Scandals & More! and how she's helping non-profits structure themselves for success.
Hosted by
Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. CEO & Founder, dfree® https://www.instagram.com/dbsoaries https://www.twitter.com/dbsoaries
Tamika Stembridge Executive Director, dfree® Global Foundation https://www.instagram.com/thefreeblac...
Follow the dfree® movement!
https://www.twitter.com/mydfree https://www.facebook.com/mydfree https://www.instagram.com/mydfree
dfree® is a transformational lifestyle movement that promotes financial freedom through values-based principles and practical approaches to financial management.
Through an increase in spiritual growth, confidence, self-esteem and personal discipline, dfree® participants will experience radical financial transformation. Such a profound lifestyle change in individuals will create ripple effects that positively impact our communities overall.
For more than 5 years, Delta Sigma Theta sorors from all over the nation have improved their lives by taking dfree® classes and getting rid of debt. The Las Vegas Alumnae Chapter is one of the chapters leading the charge. Hear from member Dr. Ellen Brown on how they're moving the community forward with dfree®!
Bruce Hardnett and Jason Crawford, the co-founders of Get Right Fragrance discuss how they're tapping into new territory as a Black-owned fragrance line and improving the images of Black men.
BAO Chapter President Harriet Raghnal details how her chapter is moving the community forward with dfree®!
Veteran real estate agent Wayne Sellers gives us the inside scoop on the housing market on the tail of COVID-19.
dfree® Champion gives powerful testimony of how he's overcome debt and is living in the black!
Serial entrepreneur and media personality Mahisha Dellinger talks how she started her hair care business from nothing and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.
dfree® In The Black co-hosts Dr. Soaries and Tamika Stembridge highlight the show with producer Jasmine Walden and talk about what's new and next for dfree®!
Senior Loan Officer, Steven Cooper, stops by the dfree® In The Black Podcast to talk to co-hosts Dr. Soaries and Tamika Stembridge about the process and best practices to follow when it comes to securing a mortgage loan.
Rev. Dr. Sabrina J. Ellis talks to dfree® In The Black co-hosts Dr. Soaries and Tamika about her new book, Wife Life, and what it means for First Ladies to secure their futures!
Dr. Soaries and Tamika talk to dfree® National Partner – NAREB (National Association of Real Estate Brokers)about the state of Black homeownership and how both organizations are partnering through the dfree® Billion Dollar Challenge.
Franchising is a great option for a path of entrepreneurship. So why don’t more Black people choose this option? Hear from attorney R. Michelle Bolden on the importance of franchising in the Black community.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika sit with RWJBH’s Executive Vice President of Chief Corporate Affairs Michellene Davis to discuss how the hospital system is using dfree® to encourage financial wellness to its 34,000 employees.
Life will be different when this pandemic is over. How will we pivot and readjust? Hear from 9/11 survivor and financial planner Dr. Nicole B. Simpson on how she’s survived and thrived after one of the biggest tragedies in American history.
Your money doesn’t get up and walk out of the house when you’re sleeping. Dr. Soaries and Tamika talk to financial behaviorist and dfree® Friend Jacquette Timmons about aligning and adjusting your lifestyle to match your relationship with money.
Times are tough for businesses. Dr. Soaries and Tamika talk to Karleen Roy, CEO of The Vanity Group about how she’s navigating as a small business owner in the midst of a global pandemic.
dfree® is made up of champions around the country that help us make the movement a success. Joseph Dillard of Bethesda Cathedral in Decatur, Ga is one of them. Having graduated multiple classes of dfree®, Joseph is helping his community make money moves.
Hosts Dr. Soaries and Tamika Stembridge talk new eHomeAmerica partnership with its president, Milt Sharp. eHomeAmerica helps clients who need homebuyer education to access high quality content without having to travel to a homeownership counseling agency for classes.
dfree® Champion gives powerful testimony of how he's overcome debt and is living in the black!
Dr. Soaries and Tamika Stembridge talk all things "Rent with Confidence" with dfree® Solutions partner Farrell Ender, president of Independence Realty Trust. RWC helps individuals meet essential housing needs, encourage credit improvement through positive rental experiences, and fulfill occupancy gaps at selected rental properties.
MarchMadness quickly turned to March Sadness. With basketball season cut short, there’s tons of financial implications that follow. Tune in as Martin Soaries, CEO + Founder of Basketball Society, gives insight on how the sports industry has been affected by #Coronavirus.
School is out indefinitely. Graduations are canceled. What does that mean for student loans, financial aid and applying to college? The College Gurl gives us all the information we need!
The Money Coach stops by #InTheBlack to dig deep about how we should be managing both are finances and credit during these unforeseen #coronavirus times.
A change agent in digital space for over 24 years, Navarrow Wrights talks with In The Black co-hosts Dr. Soaries and Tamika Stembridge about ways for leaders to utilize social and digital media to survive and thrive during the COVID-19 pandemic.
With nearly 20 years of experience, Ke'yona Joseph, founder and instructor of Pampered Beauty Nail School, gives the inside scoop of how she's flipped the script and is helping African American women take over the lucrative nail industry.
The dfree® Engagement Team shares new updates, tips and tools to inspire, motivate and lead you in changes lives in 2020!
Nationally known award-winning nutritionist and fitness expert Dr. Ro talks about healthy eating, living on a budget and financial health.
Kindred the Family Soul on the importance of the black family and its impact on the journey towards financial freedom.
First Lady Donna Soaries and Dr. Soaries share their journey towards financial freedom.
Hear the interview with actor, model, and musician Diggy Simmons from our dfree® Homecoming Conference.
Hear how this US Navy Reserve Military Police Officer is thriving in her innovative spa business!
CEO & Founder Curls natural hair products & OWN TV Personality shares journey with entrepreneurship.
Hear some tips from this dfree® Grad to share with your friends and fam this holiday week.
Hear from a dfree® Loyalty Member who is spreading the gospel of black economic empowerment in Atlanta!
Unfiltered TV host, author, and international speaker Roland Martin talks about career and longevity.
Continuing the conversation of legacy and economic empowerment in our communities.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnZpkudaxIY
During our Level Up Retreat in Indianapolis, leaders share insight and best practices when it comes to working with dfree® within their organizations.
Hear from MoneyLion's Chief Marketing Officer Bill Davaris share benefits of membership and more during our Level Up Retreat.
The dfree® Engagement Team shares new updates, tips and tools to inspire, motivate and lead you in changing lives in 2020!
Dr. Soaries is joined by Dr. Randal Pinkett in a discussion about the importance of economic development in the black community as it relates to our current social and political landscape.
CEO & Founder Curls natural hair products & OWN TV Personality shares journey with entrepreneurship.
The daughter of LA activist Leon T. Garr shares the impact of her father's legacy in the community.
Sounds and snippets from the dfree® Level Up Leadership Retreat in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The pastor of Bates Memorial Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky joins the podcast to talk about being a dfree® Loyalty Leader and advocate for financial freedom.
Talking with author and personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary about the significance of economic development in the black community and the work she does to spread the message of financial freedom.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Dorothea Bernique, Executive Director of Increasing Hope Financial Training Center.
A conversation with Pastor Bruce Farr of Overcoming Church in Indianapolis, Indiana about the impact of dfree® on his congregation as we prepare for our Level Up Retreat in Indianapolis later this month.
Our discussion with Pastor Darry Webster who will be our host for the dfree® Level Up Retreat in Indianapolis this September.
A conversation with Founder & CEO of The BOSS Network Camera Smith about the force behind black women and entrepreneurship.
dfree® has teamed up with @MoneyLion to help even the playing field for African Americans to achieve financial freedom. MoneyLion is an online personal finance management platform with a variety of financial products. It aims to break the mold of traditional banking by creating a single platform for all financial services. Learn more on today's podcast episode with MoneyLion's Chief Marketing Officer, Bill Davaris.
A discussion about economic empowerment for African-Americans and Roland's new digital show, “Roland Martin Unfiltered”.
A discussion about Alyza's entrepreneurship venture with SW3AT and her financial journey along the way.
A discussion with CEO and Founder of Fintech Credit Innovations about dfree® Solutions and Loan Refinancing.
A conversation with Epitome Magazine founder Todrick Johnson about entrepreneurship and the Billion Dollar Challenge.
Tamika and Dr. Soaries speak with entertainment moguls Ray and Vivian Chew to talk business aspects of the entertainment industry and more.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika speak with Chief Marketing Officer of MoneyLion Bill Davaris and make a special announcement about the partnership between dfree® and MoneyLion.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika talk with Josiah Lake, owner of The Practice Facility in Portland, Oregon about his basketball business, monetizing your passion, and more.
A conversation with Pastor Bruce Farr of Overcoming Church in Indianapolis, Indiana about the impact of dfree® on his congregation.
A conversation with Pastor Daryl Webster of Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church in Indianapolis, Indiana about dfree® in his congregation and community.
Rewind episode with Dr. Frank Thomas who talks about the dfree® Ministry at his church, Mount Zion Baptist Church, and him as a dfree® Loyalty Leader.
dfree® Global Foundation Executive Director Tamika Stembridge references a phrase from one of her favorite TV shows to encourage our listeners to relax, relate, and release as 2017 comes to a close.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Pastor Dante Quick of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Vallejo, California. Pastor Quick talks about being one of our dfree® Loyalty Leaders and the dfree® ministry at Friendship Missionary.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Sheri Riley, the author of 'Exponential Living' and former record label executive helping introduce the world to the likes of TLC, Toni Braxton, and Usher. They talk about Riley's book, her philosophies on attaining peace and purposeful living, and how it relates to the journey of financial freedom.
Nia B. Unstoppable sits down and talks entrepreneurship with the co-owners of Salon Genesis, Muisha Waddell & Latisha Walden.
We rewind back to when dfree® Young Money Members Nia and Jasmine sat down with Michelle to discuss financial planning at an early age.
A Conversation with 2018 Billion Dollar Challenge Grand Prize Winner Tameka Davis about how to get started on the journey toward financial freedom.
Dr. Soaries shares perspective on the holiday that commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Hear the interview with actor, model, and musician Diggy Simmons from our dfree® Homecoming Conference.
Talking with author and personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary about the significance of economic development in the black community and the work she does to spread the message of financial freedom.
Floretta joins the episode to discuss her amazing dfree® testimony. After taking the dfree® course, she and her husband have been able to pay off their mortgage and live a true dfree® lifestyle.
A conversation with dfree® Loyalty Leader Dr. F. Bruce Williams, Senior Pastor of Bates Memorial Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky.
Nia and Chloe from dfree® Young Money discuss the release and makings of The Black Money Series on YouTube.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Dorothea Bernique, Executive Director of Increasing Hope Financial Training Center.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Bishop Mark Tolbert, Senior Pastor of Victorious Life Church in Kansas City, Missouri.
This was part two of our conversation with Kierra Sheard about aspects of her life as an entertainer and entrepreneur.
Jean Ferreira from Ferreira Holding Group talks about being a black woman boss in a male dominated industry.
Part two of our conversation with Kierra Sheard about aspects of her life as an entertainer and entrepreneur.
Join us for the 2018 dfree® Homecoming Conference October 25-28, 2018 Somerset, NJ
Highlights include:
- Rebuilding Community & Avoiding Gentrification
- Next Level Leadership Training
- dfree® Young Money Building Billionaires LIVE
- Tamika Talks Live
- Halftime Show & Concert ft. Kierra Sheard, Hezekiah Walker
- Church & Brunch
AND MORE!
Register at www.mydfree.org
Joined by seven-time WNBA All-Star and two-time WNBA champion to talk about how she leverages and handles the business side of her career as a WNBA player.
A conversation with 7-time WNBA All-Star Cappie Pondexter about how she leverages and handles the business side of her career as a WNBA player.
A conversation with our Engagement Team Lead Janiah Lake about her travels around the country teaching and training churches and organizations about dfree®
CEO, author, speaker, and TV Lifestyle Expert Dee Marshall joins the podcast to talk living a purposeful life, women, faith, and finances.
This episode focuses on economic development in the black community from the perspective of one of the top African Americans on Wall Street. We’ll also talk about Bible Economics.
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Joined by Annis Alston, a McDonald's franchisee who talks about the franchise opportunities for African Americans. According to an April 2018 Black Enterprise article, "When it comes to opening a business, franchising is a blueprint concept African Americans use to make money. The number of black-owned franchises rose briskly to 8% in 2012 from 4.4% in 2007".
Joined by Chloe McKenzie, the founder and CEO of BlackFem, Inc. to talk about the work she's doing to enhance financial literacy particularly for young black girls.
Joined by ShirleyAnn Robertson, a financial professional for Prudential, to touch on the dynamics of women, faith, and finance.
Joined by Sonia Lewis, CEO and Founder of The Student Loan Doctor, to talk about her entrepreneurial spirit and her company. The Student Loan Doctor, LLC is being called the first Black-owned and first woman-owned student loan repayment company in the U.S.
Joined by Simone Griffin, VP of Affiliate Relations at HomeFree USA, to talk about the work they're doing to increase black homeownership in observance of National Homeownership Month.
This episode highlights clips from our February episodes featuring:
- Kindred The Family Soul on the importance of the black family and it's impact on the financial freedom journey
- First Lady Donna Soaries, wife of our CEO and founder Dr. Soaries
- Tameka Davis, our Billion Dollar Challenge Grand Prize Winner
- Toneisha Friday on growing entrepreneurship among black millennials
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dfree® Young Money takes over to celebrate National Be A Millionaire Day.
See more from dfree® Young Money here:
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Joined by Ranza Trotter to talk about her father Leon Garr and his impact in the LA community as an entrepreneur and activist.
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Joined by Rev. Frank Thomas who talks about the dfree® Ministry at his church, Mount Zion Baptist Church, and him as a dfree® Loyalty Leader.
dfree® Young Money members Nia and Chloe speak with Jason Vitug, author and founder of Phroogal, about his business and his passion to spread financial awareness to milennials.
SVP and Executive Editor-at-Large at Black Enterprise Alfred Edmond, Jr. joins the podcast to discuss economic development in the black community in observance of Financial Literacy Month.
This episode features some of the highlights from our January 2018 episodes with author Sheri Riley, entrepreneur Alix Greenwood, and technology guru Navarrow Wright.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Pastor Dante Quick of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church in Vallejo, California. Pastor Quick talks about being one of our dfree® Loyalty Leaders and the dfree® ministry at Friendship Missionary.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by John Berardino who talks about his outstanding work with Griffin Capital Funding as they help churches secure loans and funding.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Yolanda Cook, the Franchise Recruiting Manager at 7-Eleven, and Rod Lowe, the Franchise Development Marketing Manager at 7-Eleven, talking about their W.E. (Women Entrepreneurs) campaign in observance of Women’s History Month.
dfree® Young Money takes over In The Black with one of our own, Michelle Charles, talking about the importance of her admirable personal finance story as one of our great YM examples for young people everywhere.
Dr. Soaries is joined by Dr. Randal Pinkett in a discussion about the importance of economic development in the black community as it relates to our current social and political landscape.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Dr. Ro, a nationally known award-winning nutritionist and fitness expert to talk about healthy eating and living on a budget and financial health in 2018.
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Our dfree® Young Money team takes over for a discussion with Coin Financial founder Toneisha Friday about the emergence of entrepreneurship among black millennials.
Tamika and Dr. Soaries are joined by Kindred the Family Soul, talking about the importance of the black family and it's impact on the journey towards financial freedom.
Tamika talks with a special guest First Lady Donna Soaries and Dr. Soaries about their journey towards financial freedom.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Tameka Davis, our Billion Dollar Challenge Grand Prize Winner. Tameka talks about her recent $5,000 prize from dfree® and her journey to financial freedom.
Learn more about the Billion Dollar Challenge:
www.billiondollarpaydown.com
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Dr. Soaries and Tamika speak with Navarrow Wright, the Chief Technology Officer of Interactive One, a digital media company that serves Black Americans, and the creator of Maximum Leverage Solutions that merges Internet and social media strategy into a consulting business.
Navarrow shares his forecasts of 2018 technology and how it will affect the African-American community.
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This week Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Alix Greenwood, owner of Intuition.la and her journey with her popular California boutique, entrepreneurship and her financial support of Black women-owned businesses.
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Dr. Soaries gives his thoughts and memories on the holiday that celebrates the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Sheri Riley, the author of 'Exponential Living' and former record label executive helping introduce the world to the likes of TLC, Toni Braxton, and Usher. They talk about Riley's book, her philosophies on attaining peace and purposeful living, and how it relates to the journey of financial freedom.
Happy New Year!
On this week's episode, Dr. Soaries and Tamika Stembridge offer some thoughts and tips about how to approach some new attitude and behavior changes in 2018.
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Dr. Soaries gives a brief Christmas story and message wishing our listeners a Happy Holidays as we conclude the year of 2017.
dfree® Global Foundation Executive Director Tamika Stembridge references a phrase from one of her favorite TV shows to encourage our listeners to relax, relate, and release as 2017 comes to a close.
This week's episode features dfree® Young Money members Nia Baskerville and Chloe Adams who speak on their feelings about how the mentality of the black community when it comes to finances and wealth.
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dfree® Global Foundation executive director Tamika Stembridge brings "Tamika Talks" to In The Black, talking about #GOALS for 2018 as we approach the final month of 2017.
What do you want to do more of? What's your prospective revenue for 2018? Are you writing down and visualizing your goals?
2018 can be a blank slate budget!
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Tamika is joined by Jessica Brown, CEO of College Gurl and President of the College Gurl Foundation, a business that educates students and families on how to make the best-informed decisions around financing a post-secondary education. She is the author of "How To Pay For College When You're Broke".
Jessica talks with Tamika about her work with College Gurl, tips on picking colleges, and much more.
With Thanksgiving and the holiday season upon us, In The Black co-hosts Dr. Soaries and Tamika Stembridge offer some tips and advice to manage your spending habits during this season.
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Tamika talks with Dr. Soaries about his recent 27th Pastoral Anniversary at First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens, his journey of service, and latest trip to Ghana where he was enstooled as a chief in the Akyem Abuakwa kingdom by His Majesty Osageyfuo Amaotia Ofori Panin in Kyebi.
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Dr. Soaries and Tamika are joined by Kristine Smith, the visionary behind the InSpira, a dance & creative and performing arts program based in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Kristine talks about the journey and challenges of starting her own business and the financial implications of teaching herself how to be an effective entrepreneur.
www.mydfree.org
Dr. Soaries is joined by personal finance expert, radio personality, and New York Times best-selling author Lynette Khalfani-Cox, also known as "The Money Coach", talking about the Equifax breaches, identity theft, her own experience of being $100,000 in credit card debt, and managing your personal credit/finances.
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Dr. Soaries is joined by members of the dfree® Young Money team Jasmine Walden, Nia Baskerville, and Dayna Enalls, to recap from the dfree® Young Money panel in Atlanta and discuss the function and future of the Young Money experience.
Dr. Soaries speaks with recording artist JJ Hairston, one of the special guests at the dfree® Next Level Conference in Atlanta from Nov. 9-11, talking about his financial journey in the music industry and much more.
"My Hallelujah" by JJ Hairston & Youthful Praise has over 29 Million Views on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zxL1m0uG8x4
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Featuring Rev. Gary McCollum of the Historic First Baptist Church in Norfolk, Virginia. This church launched their first dfree® workshop in November 2016 and hasn't looked back. They have about 100 people from their church and community participating in dfree®.
Rev. McCollum joins Dr. Soaries and Tamika Stembridge to talk about how dfree® is transforming lives in their community, and gives his own "rags to riches" financial testimony.
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Welcome to "In The Black" — our new weekly podcast series bringing you the pulse of mental, spiritual and financial health.
dfree® Founder Dr. DeForest B. Soaries, Jr. joins co-host and dfree® Global Foundation Executive Director Tamika Stembridge to discuss how dfree® got started, where it's been, and where it's going.
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