Planet Wekeza: Black Wealth & History

Sabrina Lamb
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Money shapes our lives, but Black history, culture, and ownership shape the path to wealth. Hosted by author, financial educator, and fintech entrepreneur Sabrina Lamb, Planet Wekeza brings together historians, authors, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders for engaging conversations about Black economic history, financial education, entrepreneurship, investing, and generational wealth. “Wekeza” means “invest” in Swahili, and every episode explores how Black communities and the African Diaspora have built, protected, and grown wealth, and how you can too. Each episode connects lessons from the past with opportunities to build a more financially empowered future. Planet Wekeza: Where Money, History, Culture & Wealth Meet.

  1. Oct 29

    Are You Ready for Capital? Pitching Investors with Dr. Nicholas Harvey.

    Send us Fan Mail  Dr. Nicholas Harvey, Principal and CEO of Nicholas Harvey Consulting, joins host Sabrina Lamb to break down how entrepreneurs can raise capital, pitch to investors, and understand what that money will cost them in terms of ownership and control.  Description Before you take a dollar, know what it could cost you. Dr. Nicholas Harvey, Principal and CEO of Nicholas Harvey Consulting, joins host Sabrina Lamb to talk about getting ready for capital, pitching global investors, and starting with the need, not the money. In the closing lightning round, he finishes the sentence “Before you sign anything, ask…,” names the one thing a listener can do this week to become more ready for capital, and tells us about the Concept to Capital™ Community Call. Learn more: nicholasharveyconsulting.com For founders, small-business owners, creators, and anyone preparing to raise money or expand beyond their local market. Planet Wekeza: Where Money, History, Culture & Wealth Meet. This conversation is for educational purposes only and isn’t financial, legal, or investment advice. Talk with a qualified professional about your own situation. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

  2. Oct 16

    From Atlanta to the World: Building Black Businesses' Economic Power | Ricardo Berris

    Send us Fan Mail From Atlanta to the World: Building Black Businesses' Economic Power | Ricardo Berris What will it take for Black-owned businesses to move beyond local success and become powerful players in the global economy? In this episode of Planet Wekeza, host Sabrina Lamb sits down with Ricardo Berris, Chairman of the Atlanta Black Chambers' Global Opportunities Committee and Founder and CEO of MI Group of Companies, for an insightful conversation about Black entrepreneurship, international trade, economic empowerment, and generational wealth. Atlanta has long been recognized as a center of Black entrepreneurship. But how can Black business owners leverage that legacy to expand across Africa, the Caribbean, Latin America, and beyond? Ricardo explores the mission and impact of the Atlanta Black Chambers, the power of international business partnerships, and the opportunities and challenges entrepreneurs face in competing in global markets. From trade missions and access to capital to cross-border investment and building sustainable enterprises, this conversation examines how Black businesses can move from networking to transactions—and from business ownership to lasting economic power. Can stronger economic connections across the African diaspora help close the racial wealth gap and create new pathways to generational wealth? Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, business leader, or aspiring global changemaker, this episode offers valuable insights into building businesses without borders. Planet Wekeza: Learn. Invest. Connect. Prosper. Download the Wekeza app and join our mission to advance financial education, economic opportunity, and global wealth building. #PlanetWekeza #BlackEntrepreneurship #AtlantaBlackChambers #GlobalTrade #AfricanDiaspora #BlackBusiness #GenerationalWealth #EconomicEmpowerment Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

  3. Oct 13

    Our Minds Were Always Free: How Black Intellectual Property Was Exploited | Lisa E. Davis, Esq.

    Send us Fan Mail Our Minds Were Always Free: Black Creativity, Intellectual Property Theft & Wealth | Lisa E. Davis Who owns Black creativity, and how can Black creators protect their intellectual property to build generational wealth? On this episode of the Planet Wekeza podcast, host and Wekeza CEO Sabrina Lamb sits down with attorney and author Lisa E. Davis, Esq., to discuss her groundbreaking book, Our Minds Were Always Free: A History of Black Brilliance and the Fight to Retake Control. Together, they expose the history of intellectual property theft, exploitative contracts, and the systemic separation of Black artists from the financial rewards of their work. From the legacy of Bessie Smith to modern music publishing rights, this episode provides actionable insights on how Black creators can reclaim their ownership, master copyright laws, and preserve family wealth. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Intellectual Property Theft in Black History: How systemic exploitation stripped historical Black artists of their creative rights.Understanding Copyrights and Contracts: Essential legal steps today’s Black music, art, and literary creators must take to protect their assets.The Cost of Lost Generational Wealth: How denying creative ownership directly impacts the racial wealth gap.Reclaiming Control: Why financial education and asset protection are the keys to building diaspora wealth.Why Black Creativity Matters Black creativity has always shaped global culture and held immense economic value. This conversation changes the narrative from who celebrates Black culture to who controls, profits from, and inherits it. 🌍 About Planet Wekeza: Hosted by Sabrina Lamb, Planet Wekeza is a leading financial education podcast exploring the intersection of history, culture, and diaspora wealth-building. 📲 Take Action: Download the Wekeza app today to expand your financial literacy and gain access to investing tools. Learn. Invest. Connect. Prosper. #PlanetWekeza #OurMindsWereAlwaysFree #LisaEDavis #BlackHistory #IntellectualProperty #BlackCreativity #GenerationalWealth #Copyright #BlackWealth #FinancialEducation #Wekeza #MusicRoyalties #AssetProtection Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

  4. 09/18/2025

    Our Diaspora: Money. Language. Culture.

    Send us Fan Mail On Planet Wekeza, Sabrina Lamb welcomes Konko Ba (Wolof, Senegal) and Nafessah Wazir (Harari, Ethiopia) for a culture-first conversation on how language shapes money—how we name saving and risk, why family support spans the U.S. and back home, and what “safe” assets really mean across the diaspora. From sou-sou/tontines to remittances, we unpack the traditions that build security—and which Western tools to adapt or skip. #LanguageMatters #AfricanDiaspora #Wolof #Harari #Senegal #Ethiopia #DiasporaFinance #Entrepreneurship #Investing #PlanetWekeza #WekezaApp #generationalwealth #financialeducation #financialliteracy #Africa Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

  5. 09/18/2025

    From Locker Room to Wall Street: Walter Stith on Winning with Money

    Send us Fan Mail 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 talks Do now: 2 daily habits + 1 mistake to quit today #financialeducation #financialliteracy #racialwealthgap #NFL Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

  6. 04/18/2025

    Should You Freak Out? Your Money Matters Conversation.

    Send us Fan Mail 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 Conversation" this Thursday, April 17, at 7:00 PM EST. This event will feature two incredible financial experts: 👨🏾‍💼 Reginald Canal, Financial Services Representative – specializing in wealth creation and generational planning.  📊 Marc Lichtenfeld, CMT, Chief Income Strategist at The Oxford Club – known for his expertise in dividend investing and long-term financial growth. Together, let’s answer your pressing questions and provide actionable insights to help you take control of your financial future. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

    Should You Freak Out? Your Money Matters Conversation.

  7. 04/02/2025

    From Vision to Venture to Scale: The Techstars Tulsa Blueprint

    Send us Fan Mail 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

    From Vision to Venture to Scale: The Techstars Tulsa Blueprint

  8. 02/28/2025

    The Rise and Betrayal of the Freedman's Bank.

    Send us Fan Mail  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 lasting impact on the African American community and the racial wealth gap. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com

    The Rise and Betrayal of the Freedman's Bank.
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Money shapes our lives, but Black history, culture, and ownership shape the path to wealth. Hosted by author, financial educator, and fintech entrepreneur Sabrina Lamb, Planet Wekeza brings together historians, authors, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders for engaging conversations about Black economic history, financial education, entrepreneurship, investing, and generational wealth. “Wekeza” means “invest” in Swahili, and every episode explores how Black communities and the African Diaspora have built, protected, and grown wealth, and how you can too. Each episode connects lessons from the past with opportunities to build a more financially empowered future. Planet Wekeza: Where Money, History, Culture & Wealth Meet.

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