Tell the Story with R.H. Boyd: Recent Episodes
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Everyone has a story, a life’s legacy to pass along. Join R.H. Boyd Publishing as we explore a collection of conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, leaders and change makers whose personal narratives help shape the stories they tell. We’ll discover what drives them to bring their message into the world and hear them open up about their journeys of hope, community, and resilience. These are the stories behind their story.
Mignon Francois, founder and CEO of The Cupcake Collection and author of a forthcoming book with R.H. Boyd Publishing, sits down with Emmanuel LeGrair, community engagement and development coordinator at R.H. Boyd, to share her story of building a successful business from her last $5. Mignon also discusses the calling she feels to glorify God through her business and to represent all the generations of African Americans who didn’t have the same opportunities.
Derrick Moore, co-owner of Slim & Husky’s, sits down with Emmanuel LeGrair, community engagement and development coordinator at R.H. Boyd, to explain how he and his co-founders have built thriving restaurants that are helping bring economic development to the neighborhoods they’re located in. Moore also shares some practical advice for other business owners, whether you’re just getting started or are preparing to scale.
Joshua Mundy, co-founder of Pivot Technology School, sits down with Sinclaire Sparkman-Carr to discuss his experience with navigating the ups and downs of entrepreneurship — from a tornado to a global pandemic. Mundy also explains why it’s important to train African Americans for tech jobs, and he shares his perspective on the changes he’s seen in Nashville throughout his lifetime.
Nashville historian David Ewing sits down with Emmanuel LeGrair, community engagement and development coordinator at R.H. Boyd, to talk about the importance of preserving and sharing the rich history of African Americans in Nashville. In their conversation, the two draw parallels between the past and the present and discuss the impact of Nashville’s four Historically Black Colleges and Universities, which educated leaders like Rep. John Lewis and Oprah Winfrey.
Senior Pastor at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Bishop Joseph W. Walker III, joins Emmanuel LeGrair, Community Engagement and Development Coordinator at R.H. Boyd, to explore what it means to lead a community through a lens of transparency. Bishop Walker III also discusses how he embraced the call of ministry over his life, the realities of navigating loneliness as a leader, and the power of collaboration.
H.H. Leonards, founder of the Mansion on O Street and author of “Rosa Parks Beyond the Bus,” sits with Monique Gooch, staff editor at R.H. Boyd, to share the lessons she learned from Rosa Parks and the importance of empowering others to tell their stories. Mrs. Leonards also shares a preview of what readers can expect from her book, published with R.H. Boyd, which will share Mrs. Parks’ story and inspire others to create change just like she did.
Nashville native, career and leadership coach, and CEO of Career Thrivers, Brittany N. Cole shares with Monique Gooch, editor at R.H. Boyd, about the true meaning of thriving in both your life and career. Cole explains how her company, Career Thrivers, helps organizations create spaces where everyone can thrive and what role resiliency can play as we navigate professional and personal changes.
Known for his use of bold typography and color, multi-disciplinary artist and writer Shabazz Larkin joins Monique Gooch, editor at R.H. Boyd, for an insightful conversation centered on how to find your true voice and purpose as an artist. Larkin discusses how he pivoted from the advertising industry to the art world and why it’s important to preserve the stories, culture, and spirituality of African-Americans.
As the founder of Black Southern Belle, an online magazine that amplifies the voice of African-American women, Michiel Perry joins Sinclaire Sparkman Carr, proofreader and member of the R.H. Boyd editorial team, to discuss the value in creating content true to your own character. Together they explore fueling the art of storytelling by focusing on content you’re passionate about, and how to remain authentic in the process.
Courtney Hale, Founder and ‘Chief Hope Dealer’ at “Super Money Kids,” sits down with Monique Gooch, editor at R.H. Boyd Publishing, to share his mission of equipping and educating the youth about financial literacy. Hale also explains what it was like to share about his non-profit on The Ellen DeGeneres Show and why he believes teaching children about money at an early age will set them up for future success.
Founder and Editor of Urbaanite, Ashley Currie, joins Sinclaire Sparkman Carr, proofreader and member of the R.H. Boyd editorial team, to discuss the confidence and faith needed to tell stories driven by individual experiences. Currie also shares how her interest in thoughtful storytelling led her to create her own publication and the lessons she has learned as an entrepreneur.
President and CEO of R.H. Boyd Publishing Corporation, Dr. LaDonna Boyd, joins Emmanuel LeGrair, R.H. Boyd’s Community Engagement and Development Coordinator, to discuss how her own family history has shaped the trajectory of her life and career. Dr. Boyd also shares how she uses her leadership role to encourage families to harness the power of generational storytelling.
Everyone has a story, a life’s legacy to pass along. This season, join R.H. Boyd Publishing for a collection of conversations with authors, entrepreneurs, leaders and change makers whose personal narratives help shape the stories they tell. Discover what drives them to bring their message into the world and hear them open up about their journeys of hope, community, and resilience. We hope you enjoy the stories behind their story.