Black, Beautiful & Wealthy

Chantell Beete
  • 5.0 (3)
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Updated Weekly

Black, Beautiful & Wealthy is the podcast redefining what’s possible for those who want more. More wealth, more confidence, more ownership, and more legacy. Each episode brings powerful conversations with women building real success, real money, and real impact. If you’re ready to elevate your mindset, grow your wealth, and step into the life you deserve, this is your new home.

Episodes

  1. May 24

    She Healed Herself First | Marci Gray on Trauma, Anxiety & Building Wealth From the Inside Out

    What if the real reason you haven’t reached your next level has nothing to do with strategy, hustle, or opportunity and everything to do with the unhealed version of yourself standing in the way?   In this Season Finale, Chantell Beete sits down with MarciGray, MSW, RSW, Registered Social Worker, Clinical Director, Psychological Safety Expert, award-winning Founder of Gray Matter Health, and PhD Candidate, for one of the most powerful conversations in BBW history.   Marci opens up about her own journey through postpartum anxiety and depression, the moment she realized the system wasn’t built for Black women, and why she founded Gray Matter Health to create the safe space she once desperately needed.   In this episode: •   Why inner work must come before outer wealth, and what“doing the work” actually means •   The difference between anxiety and an anxiety disorder and the signs high-achievers miss •   Trauma: what it really is and how your system processes it •   Burnout vs. compassion fatigue, and why the distinction matters •   How to find the right therapist as a Black woman, including green flags and red flags •    Why self-sabotage is often a trauma response and how to interrupt the pattern •    Psychological safety in the workplace and what it costs Black women when it’s absent •    The connection between self-worth, boundaries, and your ability to build and hold wealth This is not a conversation about theory. This is a roadmap.   Guest: Marci Gray, MSW, RSW | Founder, Gray Matter Health |Psychological Safety Expert | PhD Candidate | Keynote Speaker | Author Hosted by Chantell Beete | Produced & Recorded by Perspective Studio Productions   Connect with Marci Gray: Gray Matter Health: www.graymatterhealth.ca Instagram: @graymatterhealth   Connect with Black, Beautiful & Wealthy: Website: www.chantellbeete.com Instagram: @chantellbeete | @blackbeautifulwealthy YouTube: Black, Beautiful & Wealthy (full video episode now live)

    1h 8m

  2. May 11

    The Women Who Built Me | A Mother's Day Conversation About Legacy, Sacrifice & Wealth

    Four women. Three generations. One honest conversation about what it really took to build from nothing.My grandmother (80), my mother (63), and my Aunt Marsha Hamilton (50) sat down with me for the most personal episode of this season. We talked about survival in Jamaica, the real cost of immigration, the specific money moments that changed everything, and what we are still building together right now.This is not just our story. It is for every woman who came from humble beginnings and is still figuring out what wealth actually means for her.In this episode:- What survival looked like growing up in Jamaica- The true cost of starting over that nobody talks about- The money moment that changed how each of us understood wealth- Breaking generational patterns without a blueprint- What ownership means across four generations- The legacy we are building in real timeConnect with Black, Beautiful and Wealthy:Instagram: @blackbeautifulandwealthyYouTube: https://youtube.com/@blackbeautifulwealthy?si=SZ-raeNmqhZUyLjxWebsite: https://www.chantellbeete.com/New episodes every Sunday.

    1h 20m

  3. May 11

    She Bought the School: What Legacy Really Looks Like | Marsha Hamilton

    Before wealth is built, identity is formed. Marsha Hamilton is the Principal and Director of Operations at St. Clement's Early Learning School, a boutique institution that has been shaping young minds since 1955. But her story is about far more than education. In this episode, Marsha takes us through her journey from a quiet, curious child to the woman who bought the school. She shares what ownership actually requires, how her definition of wealth has shifted, what post-COVID is doing to children's development, and what parents need to hear right now. This is a conversation about identity, resilience, and what it truly means to build something that outlasts you. In this episode: How she went from educator to school owner and what the transition demanded of herWhat wealth meant growing up versus what it means nowWhat post-COVID has done to children's emotional development and social skillsWhat parents are getting wrong and what to do insteadWhat it means to raise a truly wealthy child Black, Beautiful and Wealthy is a podcast for Black women building with intention, ownership, and legacy at the center. New episodes every Sunday.

    1h 12m

  4. Apr 12

    Your Kids Are Always Watching: Raising Confident, Successful Kids in the Age of AI

    This is a conversation about identity, exposure, innovation, and what it means to build intentionally for the next generation. In this episode of Black, Beautiful & Wealthy, Kimberlee West shares her journey through different cultures, career transitions, and personal growth, while reflecting on wealth mindset, representation, and the importance of expanding what our children believe is possible. We talk about unlearning limiting beliefs around money, embracing curiosity in the age of AI, and why mindful representation matters more than ever. This episode is a reminder that legacy is not only what we leave behind. It is also what we normalize, model, and build in real time.

    1h 3m

  5. Apr 5

    Do You Have a Will? Protect What Outlives You | Estate Planning Explained | Ep. 5

    This is more than a podcast.This is a conversation about legacy, love, and responsibility. Today is our Easter Special. Happy Easter, or Resurrection Sunday, to you and your family. For many, this day represents faith, renewal, and the power of what lives on beyond us.It’s a reminder that legacy is not just what we build… but what we leave behind. And that brings us to an important question: If something happened tomorrow…Would your family be protected? Would your wishes be clear?Or would the people you love be left navigating uncertainty? In this episode, we break down the importance of wills and estate planning—what it means to truly protect your assets, your family, and your legacy. This conversation isn’t about fear.It’s about love.It’s about preparation.It’s about protecting what outlives you.

    33 min

  6. Apr 2

    Beyond the Purchase: Protecting What You Own With Intention

    This conversation goes beyond buying property and into what most people overlook: protection. In Part 2 of this real estate series, we sit down with legal professionals to break down how ownership should be structured, what risks buyers face, and how to protect your investments long-term. We discuss:• Joint tenancy vs tenancy in common• Why legal agreements matter when buying with others• The risks of pre-construction purchases• What buyers need to understand before signing contracts• How to think about real estate as part of a long-term wealth plan Ownership is only the first step.Protection is what sustains it. 🎙 Black, Beautiful & WealthyHosted by Chantell Beete #RealEstate #WealthBuilding #HomeOwnership #FinancialLiteracy #PropertyInvestment

    54 min
  7. Positioned to Own: The Strategic Blueprint for Buyer Readiness (Part 1)

    Mar 29

    Positioned to Own: The Strategic Blueprint for Buyer Readiness (Part 1)

    Real estate is more than a purchase. It is a strategy. In this episode, we sit down with mortgage expert Amandalyn Findlay to break down what it truly means to be positioned to own. From mindset to money, we explore how to prepare, leverage, and move with intention in today’s market. This conversation challenges the idea that you need perfect credit or perfect timing. Instead, it reframes homeownership as a long-term wealth strategy rooted in clarity, structure, and informed decisions. If you are thinking about buying, investing, or simply understanding how real estate builds wealth, this episode is your starting point. We discuss:• Why buying property is not about where you live, but how you build• The truth about interest rates and timing the market• What “financial readiness” actually looks like• How self-employed buyers can still qualify strategically• The role of a mortgage broker in building a long-term plan This is not about rushing into ownership.It is about being positioned, prepared, and powerful in your decisions. #real estate#wealth building#financial literacy#home buying#investing#black wealth#women and wealth#mortgage strategy#personal finance#generational wealth

    46 min
  8. Power & Precision: Taking Strategic Risks and Leading Beyond Borders with Nkechi Nwafor-Robinson

    Mar 22

    Power & Precision: Taking Strategic Risks and Leading Beyond Borders with Nkechi Nwafor-Robinson

    What does it take to walk into rooms where no one looks like you and own them completely? Nkechi Nwafor-Robinson is a technology executive, angel investor, and leadership advocate who has spent her career doing exactly that. Born in Ottawa to Nigerian parents, she entered the tech sector just before the Y2K era and never looked back. In this episode of Black, Beautiful & Wealthy, Nkechi shares: ✦ Why being the only woman or only Black person in the room is actually an advantage✦ How your network becomes your net worth and why saying yes changes everything✦ Her journey into angel investing through The Firehood, a community supporting female-led tech startups✦ Why you should look at your finances daily without judgment✦ How to embrace AI as a builder, not just a consumer✦ What legacy really means and why it starts in every single interaction This is not just a career story. This is a masterclass in identity, intention, and building wealth beyond borders. 🎙 Black, Beautiful & Wealthy is the podcast for anyone building wealth, legacy, and freedom on their own terms. New episodes every Sunday streaming everywhere. Guest: Nkechi Nwafor-Robinson Technology Executive | Angel Investor | Leadership Advocate

    1h 2m

  9. Mar 22

    How to Build a Legacy: Vision, Discipline and Leadership with Odeen Eccleston-Wiltshire

    This is a conversation about leadership, discipline, and what it truly takes to build a legacy that lasts. In this episode of Black, Beautiful & Wealthy, we sit down with Odeen Eccleston-Wiltshire, Broker of Record and real estate developer, to explore how vision, ownership, and long term thinking shape generational wealth. From navigating the real estate industry at a young age to building across brokerage, construction, and development, Odeen shares what it really takes to lead at a high level and create something that outlives you. If you are focused on building wealth, stepping into leadership, or creating a lasting legacy for your family, this conversation will challenge and expand your perspective. In this episode, we discuss: • Building a legacy through vision and discipline • Leadership and decision making at a high level • Transitioning from sales into development • Generational wealth and long term thinking • Balancing ambition, motherhood, and responsibility • The mindset required to lead and build at scale Follow Black, Beautiful & Wealthy for more conversations that educate, elevate, and inspire.

    1h 3m
  10. Wealth vs Debt: Rewriting Financial Legacy with Laideen Thomas

    Mar 15

    Wealth vs Debt: Rewriting Financial Legacy with Laideen Thomas

    In this episode of Black, Beautiful & Wealthy, Chantell Beete sits down with financial expert Laideen Thomas to explore the powerful difference between building wealth and accumulating debt. Together, they unpack how financial decisions shape long-term legacy, the mindset shifts required to move from survival to ownership, and what it truly means to build wealth with intention. This conversation challenges the narratives many of us inherited about money and invites listeners to rethink what financial legacy can look like for themselves and future generations. Because wealth isn’t just about income.It’s about ownership, clarity, and the courage to build something that lasts. Listen, reflect, and join the conversation. Follow the podcast so you never miss a conversation. Connect with us: Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/blackbeautifulwealthy/ Watch the full episode on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@blackbeautifulwealthy

    1h 1m
  11. Investing in Yourself: From Vision to Ownership

    Mar 8

    Investing in Yourself: From Vision to Ownership

    Investing in Yourself: From Vision to Ownership In the inaugural episode of Black, Beautiful & Wealthy, Chantell Beete sits down with visionary entrepreneur Treasa Leigh Brown, Founder & CEO of Leigh Event Group and ProfessionELLE House. Treasa shares how investing in yourself can become the foundation for building wealth, opportunity, and legacy. From creating spaces for Black women entrepreneurs to navigating leadership and growth, this conversation explores what it really means to bet on your vision. Together, we talk about self-investment, community, wealth mindset, and the discipline required to build something that lasts beyond you. If you’ve ever wondered whether investing in yourself is worth the risk, this episode is for you. @Blackbeatifulwealthy

    1h 5m
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Black, Beautiful & Wealthy is the podcast redefining what’s possible for those who want more. More wealth, more confidence, more ownership, and more legacy. Each episode brings powerful conversations with women building real success, real money, and real impact. If you’re ready to elevate your mindset, grow your wealth, and step into the life you deserve, this is your new home.

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