Mastermind Podcast

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by award-winning screenwriter and filmmaker, Nakia Stephens.  Nakia is also the Founder and Chief of Content for Damn Write Originals. Since creating the screenwriting label she has went on to have over 20 of her screenplays produced to screen. She has been featured and recognized for her work by festivals and platforms such as BLAVITY, ABFF, Rolling Out Magazine, and Black Girls Rock! During the conversation the three review "Indistractable" by Nir Eyal. Malia starts off the conversation by posing the question, what are some things you find yourself doing to escape reality? Nakia explains the measures she has to take in order to focus on creating great content for her company. Chris breaks down how he likes his environment when it's time to produce a newscast. The three also share how they deal with siocual media and checking notifications that pop up on their phones throughout the day. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us o

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by Dr. Mike Cromartie out of Miami, Florida.  Mike is a physical therapist at the Bruce Carter Miami VA Medical Center and received his DPT in 2019 from the University of Miami. During the conversation the three discuss how the pandemic has affected all of their lives. Dr. Mike also breaks down how the pandemic has impacted him mentally,  what ridiculous claims he's heard about the virus from patients, friends, family and even coworkers and  some of the challenges of being a healthcare worker during the pandemic. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on all platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast to support your favorite millennia

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by Charlotte event producer and media host, Lorri Ashly to discuss "Small Doses: Potent Truths for Everyday Use" by Amanda Seales. During the conversation the three discuss how they feel about tokenism and if they agree on what Amanda thinks black people should stop doing in the corporate world. Malia shares her personal experience with trying out different hairstyles at work. Chris breaks down how he feels about black people being the voice of the black community when they're the only black person in a space. Lorri explains what it takes to be a creative and how she tries to keep her ego in check. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on all platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple P

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by TEDx speaker and data analyst Coy Griffin to discuss her book, "Leveraging Tech: A Fashionista's Guide to Fashion Technology." To start things off, Coy breaks down exactly what is Fashion Technology. She also explains what made her decide to write the book and how working for IBM and Johnson and Johnson played a part in her career. Coy shares how it felt to be apart of New York Fashion Week and what she thinks fashion will look like in the future for the United States. Malia, Coy and Chris also share what their favorite fashion trend is and what celebrities they look to for the lastest fashion statements. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on all platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, a

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by lawyer and college professor, Toussaint Roman. On the episode, the three discuss, "The One Thing," by entrepreneur Gary Keller. During the conversation, Malia and Chris have different stances on whether “To-Do Lists” are effective. Toussaint explains why he was so intrigued by the 80/20 principle. Chris also shares how the book changed his outlook on multitasking. The three also explain what they believe their one thing is. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast to support your favorite millennial podcasters. From Los Angeles, California to Charlotte, North Carolina, readi

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by author and entrepeneur, Shania Eaglin. On the episode, the three discuss Shania's book, "Faith Talk," which she recently published during the pandemic. During the conversation, Shania explains why she was so hesitant to start writing, how she turned her blog into a book, what was the final straw of her obeying God. The three also revisit a conversation that has been discussed on the podcast before: "Do you know what your calling is?" Shania explains what her calling is and how she feels like her calling benefits other people. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews and to join our reading community if you want to tap into more success, learn more about entrepreneurship, invest in yourself or if you simply like reading for fun: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast to suppo

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia speak with award winning publicist, Candice Nicole. Candice is also the founder and CEO of Candice Nicole Public Relations, or CNPR. Chris and Malia start off the episode by asking Candice a tough question: What makes her PR firm different from others? Candice explains why she decided to start her brand, why she chooses not to work with some clients and how to brand yourself in the digital world. Candice also breaks down what type of clients she works with and how she was able to help pull off the Black Alumni Ball, which started in Washington, D.C. If you missed our last episode, don't worry, click here we got you! Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by Aerial Austin of Aeri's Corner. The three discuss and review "The Four Agreements." During the discussion, the three explain which agreement is the most important to them currently. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by New York Times Best Seller and TriNet's VP of Sales, Trey Parker. The three discuss Trey's book, "The Wealth Booklet." During the conversation, Trey explains how his book is different from other financial books, what's his finance style and how his childhood prepared him to become a finance expert. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by investor and entrepreneur Todd Billion to review the book "Everyday Millionaires" by Chris Hogan. The three start the episode by sharing what their idea of a millionaire looked like before reading the book. Malia explains why it was so shocking that someone can make a million dollars while working one job. Chris breaks down how his daily routine looks and how it stacks up to millionaires' routines. Todd talks about why he like investing and why he won't venture off into forex trading. The three also share throughout the podcast the steps they're taking to gross a million dollars. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.

This week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, is a throwback to Chris' and Malia's second episode they recorded for the podcast. The duo reviewed one of their top 5 books they've reviewed on the podcast, "The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter and How to Make the Most of Them Now."  Chris and Malia discuss how their twenties have been so far and explain how you can maximize your twenties. Chris breaks down what it looks like to increase your productivity and Malia shares what it means to have strong and weak ties.  Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.    

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia review the book "Stop Doing That Sh*t: End Self-Sabotage and Demand Your Life Back." with the help of EA Green, who is the CEO of Opin Media Agency. The three start the episode by discussing what are the extreme and minor ways you can self-sabotage your life. EA explains why being truthful and real with himself helped him become the successful entrepreneur he is today. Malia breaks down how "the truth" and "your truth" are the same and how it can be used for your life. Chris shares how he thinks the three saboteurs play a role in being productive. Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia speak with NFL Publicist, Chelsea Phillips. Chelsea is also the founder and CEO of Chelsea Phillips Public Relations, or CPR. Chris and Malia start off the episode by asking Chelsea one of the hottest questions going around right now: Should the NFL start a season this year during the pandemic? Chelsea explains what a good brand looks like for an athlete and what her process is like when she works with an athlete. When she's not working with her clients she works for her family's business, so during the episode, she breaks down how working with her family prepared her for running her own company. Chelsea also explains how she was able to secure her first two NFL clients. If you missed our last episode, don't worry, click here we got you! Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by Chef JRob, out of Atlanta, Georgia to discuss the how his journey has been as a chef. Chef explains how he got started with cooking. During the conversation, breaks down what goes into massive social media following and how he approaches creating content for his followers. Chef also shares why booking him for an event is more than just a regular catering event. If you missed our last episode, don't worry, click here we got you! Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes.

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by Dr. Robyn Gobin, a licensed clinical psychologist in Champaign, Illinois to discuss her book "The Self-Care Prescription." This episode is especially for those who have not been in a good mental space during the coronavirus pandemic. During the conversation, Dr. Gobin explains how you can take an active role and exercise your ability of choice when it comes to your mental health and how you can create a balance between grinding 24/7, and taking care of yourself. Chris shares what he likes to do when it comes to self-care and how often he gets into his self-care bag. Malia breaks down what self-care looks like in real life and the misconception social media has placed on self-care. If you missed our last episode, don't worry, click here we got you! Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are joined by Abbi Glen, founder of Shelves Bookstore in Charlotte, North Carolina. During the conversation, the three discuss how the pandemic has impacted sales for Abbi's bookstore and how she managed to leave her 9 to 5 and start her business. Abbi also explains what type of books she has inside of her mobile bookstore and what books customers are attracted to the most. If you missed our last episode, don't worry, click here we got you! Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast. Leave a rating and a review on Apple Podcast for our official MasterMind Podcast challenge. It'll only take 2 minutes. (Apologies for the signal issues on this episode)

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia have a great conversation about sexuality, motherhood, classism and racism  with Chaneé Paterson, founder of Bring Your Own Book Club, LLC. During the conversation, the three review "Red At The Bone" by Jacqueline Woodson. Chaneé describes how her relationship with her mom compares to the mother and daughter in the book, Melody and Iris and what character she thinks didn't show enough growth in the book. Chris breaks down the dynamic between grandmothers and grandchildren and explains how manhood should be measured. Malia gives examples of how self-identity is displayed in the book and what character she enjoyed learning about the most. When you're done with this episode please leave a rating and review. If you missed our last episode, don't worry, click here we got you! Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube,

On this week's episode of MasterMind Podcast, Chris and Malia are turning back the hands of time with an old episode that's relevant to what's going on in today's society. The podcasting crew sits down to review "The Spook Who Sat by the Door" by Sam Greenlee. The book discusses how one black man was able to successfully infiltrate the Central Intelligence Agency. He uses his role to uplift young black men and women in the Chicago which leads them to fight back against oppression. Malia and Chris also share a piece of advice on how you can infiltrate the system to achieve your ultimate goals in your own career and why you can't stop fighting. When you're done with this episode please leave a rating and review. If you missed our last episode, don't worry, click here we got you! Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on the following platforms to keep up with our lit reviews: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Youtube, and Apple Podcast.

That's right, you know the vibes, Malia and Chris are back for another episode to discuss finances. We promise this is the last finance episode for a while. However, Erin Lowry joins the podcast duo to review and break down her book, "Broke Millennial Takes on Investing: A Beginner’s Guide to Leveling Up Your Money." During the conversation, Erin shares what she thinks is the most important investing terms millennials should know and gives a deep dive on what inflation is and how it's been robbing us of our purchasing power for decades. Malia explains the silver lining in having student loan debt and being able to invest. Chris explains why he opened up a high yields savings account and how his investing journey has been over the past few years. Honorable mentions: Ally, Capital One, Goldman Sachs, Nerdwallet, Bankrate, asset allocation, time horizon, robo-advisors, Investopedia, compound interest, risk tolerance, Reddit. Don't worry, click here we got you! Make sure you're following and subscribed to us on

The podcast duo is back with another episode about everyone's favorite topic... finances. A'Shira Nelson the founder of Savvy Girl Money joins Malia and Chris to dive into some important topics centered around finances and review the book, "I Will Teach You to be Rich" by Ramit Sethi. During the episode, A'Shira breaks down what APR means and how it relates to having a good credit report. Chris shares what his experience with debt has been like and why it's important to play offense, not defense when it comes to dealing with money. Malia explains the different ways the book says you should optimize your credit cards. Malia also asks A'Shira the question everyone wants to know... how did she pay off more than $50,000 in debt within 3 years? Honorable Mentions: Long-term investments, fixed costs, Annual Percentage Rate, 85 percent solution, ramit sethi, high-interest bank accounts, cleveland, ohio, credit cards. Missed our prior episode and want to catch up? Don't worry, click here we got you! Make sure you're