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25/07/2025

Caring Through the Challenge

Frederick Knuckles highlights the vital role of caregivers supporting loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia and provides key resources to help them manage the challenges of caregiving. The Alzheimer’s Association offers a 24/7 hotline (1-800-272-3900) and local support (216-342-5607), emphasizing caregiver self-care, education, and connection to support groups. Caregivers, often family or friends without formal training, handle tasks like transportation, medications, and finances while navigating emotional stress and isolation. More information is available at ALZ.org.

25/07/2025

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29 min
10/07/2025

Banking on Better: Credit, Community & the Path to Homeownership

Ras Asan speaks with Lynn Johnson, a veteran bank manager, and Kevin Gaynor, a real estate expert, about the path to financial wellness and homeownership. Sponsored by the Phe’be Foundation, the show promotes the upcoming All Things Money Workshop, a free two-part series on budgeting, credit, and wealth building. Lynn emphasizes the power of financial relationships and repairing credit, while Kevin, who grew up in East Cleveland, shares insights on building long-term financial stability and dispels myths about homebuying—like needing 20% down. Both stress the importance of financial education, community support, and having a trusted banker in your corner.

10/07/2025

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52 min
10/07/2025

Breaking Cycles: Trauma, Wellness, and Financial Freedom

Ras Asan converses with Yelita Watson, founder of Watson Community Health Center, and Dr. Cassandra Shepard from Xavier University, discussing trauma’s impact on the Black community. Yelita shares expanding her health centers, inspired by her father’s service. They explore intergenerational trauma’s effects on mental and financial health, including post-traumatic slave disorder and epigenetics. Solutions include therapy, self-care, community building, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship. Dr. Shepard urges support for Black-owned businesses and culture, while Yelita stresses education and relationships for financial freedom.

10/07/2025

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52 min
10/07/2025

From Client to Closer: Women, Wealth & Homeownership

This episode features Tiffany Graves, a mortgage pro, and Sharon Murphy-Williams from the Phe'be Foundation, discussing women and homeownership. Tiffany shares her journey from client to lender, stressing the importance of financial education, especially for Black women. Sharon highlights the need for stability before buying a home and the value of HUD-certified counseling. Contact Tiffany at 216-337-7864 or tiffany.graves@cityfirst.com.

10/07/2025

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49 min
10/07/2025

Hope, Harmony, and Financial Wellness: Empowering Young Mothers

Ras Asan speaks with Tanika Sanders, founder of Hope and Harmony Resource Center, which helps young mothers transition from survival to stability through a 12-week program teaching life skills, financial literacy, and emotional support. Tanika shares her personal journey and stresses the importance of addressing trauma, building support networks, and practicing mindful wellness. She highlights budgeting, saving, and self-care, including managing stress as a kidney transplant recipient. The episode closes with Tanika’s advice on positive thinking and aligning with one’s purpose for success.

10/07/2025

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52 min
10/07/2025

Healing, Empowerment, and Finance: Navigating Life After Trauma with Melissa Santana

Ras Hasan interviews Melissa Santana, licensed counselor and Phoebe Foundation advisor, about interpersonal violence, wellness, and financial empowerment. Sponsored by the Phoebe Foundation, the show highlights workshops on saving, budgeting, and debt management with access to financial coaching. Melissa defines interpersonal violence and shares her work with The Power to Be and her podcast Santana Says, focusing on trauma recovery and violence prevention. She provides survivor resources and discusses financial challenges of leaving abuse. Melissa also covers the impact of funding cuts on services, virtual therapy options, and offers tips on managing business with wellness, including discernment and financial literacy.

10/07/2025

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51 min
10/07/2025

Financial Fitness: Tools for Wealth and Well-Being

Ras Asan explores the link between money, wellness, and equity with guests from the Phe’be Foundation, including Director Sharon Murphy-Williams and financial coach Angela Winnett. Sharon highlights upcoming All Things Money Workshops on May 22 and 29, focused on wealth building, debt release, and preparing for homeownership. She also shares details on the July “Christmas with Pops” challenge for 60 men to earn a holiday celebration for their children. Angela shares her personal financial journey and breaks down investment basics, including budgeting, the Rule of 72, and strategic credit use. She encourages consistent investing, even in small amounts, and promotes her “75 Strong” program to empower others through financial education.

10/07/2025

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50 min
10/07/2025

Generations of Wealth: Values, Leadership, and Legacy

On All Things Money: Family, Wealth, & Legacy, Ras Asan talks with attorney Aaron O’Brien about the importance of financial literacy, generational wealth, and community leadership. Aaron shares his family’s legacy of hard work and service, stressing that passing down values is as crucial as passing down money. He highlights strategies for building wealth, the role of strong male role models, and the power of community involvement. Aaron encourages families to start slow, seek support, track finances carefully, and embrace accountability and collaboration to sustain long-term success.

10/07/2025

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49 min
10/07/2025

Pride, Policy & Power: Building Inclusive Workplaces with Plexus

Dr. J and Sarah Taylor celebrate Pride Month with Amanda Cole of Plexus, discussing LGBTQ workplace inclusion, policy setbacks, and the need for true allyship. Amanda shares how Plexus supports LGBTQ professionals through advocacy, training, and visibility, urging businesses to adopt inclusive practices. The episode closes with local Pride events and resources.

10/07/2025

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58 min
22/10/2025

Voices of Redemption

On Our Perspective, Cheryl speaks with formerly incarcerated women about reentry challenges, biased sentencing, and the need for compassion, mentorship, and policy change. Guests share personal stories, call for community support, and encourage using lived experiences to drive positive change.

22/10/2025

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