Send us a text Guest: Walter Stith — former NFL player. Now Morgan Stanley financial advisor Theme: locker-room discipline → real-world wealth playbook Myth-busting: clear the beliefs that block smart decisions Windfall checklist: bonus/inheritance/NIL — first 3 moves Advisor vetting: quick green/red-flag test Playbook: budgeting • debt • long-term investing (discipline • recovery • teamwork) Personal inflation: beat lifestyle creep before it starts Family & legacy: simple, honest money t...

Send us a text Let’s Talk About Your Money—Join Us for a Community Conversation! Over the past few weeks, I have listened closely to the major concerns about navigating today’s unpredictable economy. Many have asked: ❓ How can I protect my family or business from financial uncertainty? 📈 Where are the best opportunities to invest right now? 🔒 What steps should I take to secure my future? As a result, I will host and moderate "Your Money Matters: A Community Conversat...

Send us a text Planet Wekeza sits down with Devon Fanfair, Managing Director of Techstars Tulsa, to unpack the program's unique 'vision to venture to scale' blueprint. Devon shares his expertise on navigating the startup journey, investing in high-potential ventures, and building a thriving tech ecosystem. Get ready for valuable insights into the future of tech innovation and growth. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us a text The Freedman's Bank, established in 1865, aimed to empower newly freed slaves through financial literacy and economic opportunity. However, mismanagement and exploitation led to its devastating collapse in 1874, robbing many of their hard-earned savings. In this episode, we speak with Dr. Professor Justene Hill Edwards, author of 'The Rise and Betrayal of the Freedman's Bank,' to uncover the complex history of this institution, its role in the Reconstruction era, and its ...

Send us a text Why do some 3.5 million Black American families have zero or negative wealth? 💰 Jack "Calvin" Schermerhorn, Arizona State Professor of History and author of The Plunder of Black America will join Planet Wekeza to share his insights from "The Plunder of Black America: How The Racial Wealth Gap Was Made" ! 📚✨ Schermerhorn traces 400 years of Black dispossession and recapitalization —what Frederick Douglass called plunder—through the stories of 8 Black families who fought to ear...

Send us a text Join us for an eye-opening chat with Jon Laster, who's doing something pretty incredible - bringing his comedy chops to the tech world. You'll hear how this Comedy Cellar host went from cracking jokes on stage to creating BLAPP, an app that's changing the game for Black-owned businesses. Jon opens up about building a tech company from scratch, and shares what drove him to jump into entrepreneurship during 2020's pivotal moment. It's a real, raw conversation about using hu...

Send us a text In this episode of Planet Wekeza, we explore how to take charge of your finances post-election. From boosting savings to navigating policy changes, we’ll share practical tips to keep your financial goals on track—no matter who’s in office. Tune in for clarity, confidence, and inspiration! Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us a text In this episode of Planet Wekeza, Sabrina Lamb breaks down timeless lessons from Benjamin Graham’s The Intelligent Investor. Learn how to identify your investing style, avoid common pitfalls, embrace patience, and protect your money with a margin of safety. Practical tips to help you invest smarter and build long-term wealth! Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us a text 🎙️ Episode Overview: The Power of Licensed Financial Professionals 💼 In this episode of Planet Wekeza, host Sabrina Lamb dives deep into the importance of working with licensed financial professionals. Discover: 🛡️ The difference between fiduciary and non-fiduciary advisors.💼 The pros and cons of fee-only vs. commission-based financial professionals.🚫 The risks of following unlicensed social media advice.⚖️ Legal penalties for giving unregistered investment advice.🔍 How to vet ...

Send us a text In this episode of the "Planet Wekeza" podcast, Sabrina Lamb, Founder and CEO of Wekeza, dives into the essential strategies for building generational wealth for families from the African Diaspora. Discover how long-term investing, financial education, and wealth preservation can empower your family's financial future. We explore the stark wealth disparities in the U.S., the importance of diversified portfolios, and the power of real estate and estate planning. ...

Send us a text Navigating Your Money Across All Of Your Relationships." Attorney Angela Barker shares her expert legal insights on managing your finances in any relationship stage—single, engaged, married, or in a common-law partnership. Learn how to navigate the complexities of money and the law! Disclaimer: Always seek the professional counsel of licensed attorneys in your state to ensure you receive advice tailored to your specific legal needs and circumstances. https://www.nycbar.org/get...

Send us a text No matter your age...financial security means having options, access, and safeguards for life's unexpected moments. Join expert financial planner Reginald Canal as he shares essential protections and how to think strategically about securing your present and your future; throughout each phase of your life. A special financial message for the Haitian community. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

Send us a text Today, I am joined by Sonia Alleyne, a master of communications, business, and career strategy. She is the author of the groundbreaking "I Kick Ass at Work!" and co-founder of Storytellers Magic, Sonia empowers professionals and organizations to create opportunities and craft compelling narratives. Sonia was the Press Secretary and Director of Public Information for the New York City Department of Finance, the editorial director at Black Enterprise (BE), and the founding ...

Send us a text During my interview with "Prince of Darkness: The Untold Story of Jeremiah G. Hamilton, Wall Street’s First Black Millionaire," with its author, Professor Shane White, we shed light on Haitian immigrant Jeremiah G. Hamilton, a figure whose life story is as instructive as it is fascinating. Audio: https://rb.gy/4y7m00 Listen and share! #JeremiahGHamilton #Innovation #Ethics #Diversity #Fintech #Wekeza #WorldofMoney #DonCheadle #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #finan...

Send us a text There are so many discussions regarding money subjects such as budgeting, insurance, homeownership, etc, but I believe that before we utilize those financial services, we first need to unpack our knowledge. When it comes to money matters, are you a lioness who leads the tribe, a dolphin who ducks and dives, or an ostrich who buries its head in the sand? What is your money personality: This first-of-its-kind book explores and unpacks the intricate world of money archetypes...

Send us a text Today’s guest expert is Dr. Joycelyn Morris! She holds a Bachelor of Science and an MBA from Florida A&M University and a Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction from Florida International University. Through her research, Joycelyn seeks to shed light on the systemic barriers that perpetuate wealth disparities and drive meaningful change. Joycelyn is the Principal Consultant for JCM Consulting Group a financial management consulting company which focuses on helpin...

Send us a text Diona Richards is a business advisor with more than 15 years of successfully navigating the complexities of the financial industry and launching innovative partnerships with public, private, and nonprofit sectors. She is an expert in corporate and business banking verticals and has worked with the top financial institutions and nonprofits worldwide. In 2020, Diona launched See Me Fund, a social impact organization providing women entrepreneurs access to capi...

Send us a text Have you ever wondered about the ideal strategies to optimize your investments and ensure a secure financial future - from where you are in life - right now? You're in luck! Join us in our next informative Wekeza podcast titled, “What is Your Investing Strategy?” with credentialed financial coach and strategist Dr. Dominque Reese AFC®, FFC®. Dr. Reese will unravel the mysteries of investing, break down the basics, and arm you with the knowledge to make informed decisions now...

Send us a text The Planet Wekeza podcast introduces you to leading financial experts. And today is no different. Interviewed by Neidelyn Pina, the Co-Chair of WorldofMoney’s Leadership Council, our expert is Brooklyn’s own Yanely Espinal, the founder of the widely popular YouTube channel MissBHelpful. ​After completing Teach For America, Yanely paired her love for teaching with her passion for financial literacy, creating a unique YouTube channel for people to engage with topics like bu...

Send us a text Eugene Mitchell is president and CEO of E. Mitchell Enterprises, LLC, a financial consulting and services firm. He is also the author of the book: Closing the Racial Wealth Gap—7 Untold Rules for Black Prosperity and Legacy! Website: https://eugenemitchell.com/ Prior to starting his own company, Eugene spent nearly two decades as a Corporate Vice President and African-American Market Manager at New York Life Insurance Company- a position he created. He was responsible for deve...