Chris Nowinski is a former football player at Harvard University and professional wrestler with WWE, World Wrestling Entertainment. After enduring a career-ending head injury, Chris has dedicated his professional life to serving patients and families affected by brain trauma, particularly Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that develops after repeated head injuries. Jay and Chris discuss the state of head injuries in American athletics, the difference between advocating for head safety at youth and professional levels, Chris’ newest research, and much more. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:50) changes in the culture around concussions in the past two decades (02:39) padded helmet technology (03:55) concussion reporting in the NFL (10:35) Chris’ career path and concussion history (14:52) connecting with activists who haven’t themselves suffered a traumatic brain injury (17:42) SHAAKE - a new sign to identify concussions (20:53) Unions can help players advocate for safety policies (23:10) final thoughts and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
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Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture
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 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…
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1 The Plunder of Black America: How The Racial Wealth Gap Was Made. 1:00:25
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Відтворити Пізніше Відтворити Пізніше Списки Подобається ПодобаєтьсяSend 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 earn and keep their wealth against relentless systemic barriers. From 1619 to Tulsa to the subprime lending crisis, this history is key to understanding today’s racial wealth gap. 🎙️ Don’t miss this powerful conversation! Join https://www.Wekeza.com #PlanetWekeza hashtag #BlackWealth hashtag #RacialWealthGap hashtag #EconomicJustice hashtag #Podcast hashtag #BlackHistory hashtag #FinancialFreedom Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture
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 humor to drive change, and trust us - you won't want to miss it. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture
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…
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Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture
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…
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Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture
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 your financial advisor using FINRA and SEC resources. Take control of your financial future with expert guidance from Wekeza’s licensed professionals! 🎯 #FinancialEducation #Wekeza #FiduciaryDuty #InvestSmart Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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1 So What's Your Money Power? 10:03
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. Learn how to leverage Wekeza's resources and support Black-owned businesses to strengthen our communities. Start building your legacy today! #GenerationalWealth #AfricanDiaspora #FinancialEducation #Investing #WealthPreservation #Black immigrants #financialsecurity #insurance #entrpreneurship #fintech #blackambitionsemifinalist Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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1 Wedlock or Deadlock? Keeping Your Money In All Relationships 1:01:53
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Відтворити Пізніше Відтворити Пізніше Списки Подобається ПодобаєтьсяSend 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-legal-help/ Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture
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…
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Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture
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 editorial director of their Women of Power Summit. At BE, she broke several exclusive cover stories, including those on Oprah Winfrey, Ursula Burns, and “Black and Gay in Corporate America,” which won a GLAAD award. Sonia's latest work, "The Storytelling Business Journal," offers a blueprint for authentic business storytelling. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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1 Prince of Darkness: The Untold Story of Jeremiah G. Hamilton, Wall Street’s First Black Millionaire 1:09:09
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Відтворити Пізніше Відтворити Пізніше Списки Подобається ПодобаєтьсяSend 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 #financialeducation #financialliteracy Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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1 "What's Your Money Personality? with Vangile Makwakwa, CEO, Wealthy-Money.com 1:02:54
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Відтворити Пізніше Відтворити Пізніше Списки Подобається ПодобаєтьсяSend 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 in Black families in South Africa. The author of What is Your Money Personality is Vangile Makwakwa, the founder of Wealthy-Money.com and a personal finance coach and online course creator who teaches women how to unlock their inner money guru, fall in love with their bank accounts, and live their best lives. She does this through her #MoneyMagic online course, one-on-one coaching, and international retreats. Vangile also authored Heart, Mind & Money: Using Emotional Intelligence for Financial Success. She has a finance degree and an MBA and started her personal finance journey by paying off $60,000 in debt. She’s been traveling for 15 years and is building her company, wealthy-money.com, as she travels and lives in different countries. She also led a global meditation for our WorldofMoney Born Rich forums. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture
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 helping existing businesses succeed by offering strategies for financial management and operations. She is the host and producer of Race, Wealth, and Health, an important podcast for everyone interested in exploring the intersections of race, wealth, and health within communities of color. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture
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 capital, resources, and strategic networks. In 2022, she launched Seen, a global podcast that promotes women's visibility. With a mission to uplift women, she understands that capital is powerful and that, where deployed, it reflects what communities you choose to empower. Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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Planet Wekeza: Your Money, Business and Investing Is Your Culture
1 What Is Your Investing Strategy? 1:02:27
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Відтворити Пізніше Відтворити Пізніше Списки Подобається ПодобаєтьсяSend 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. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or a beginner eager to learn, this interview is designed for everyone! Join our global online financial empowerment community at Wekeza.com Follow us @Wekeza.com…
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