Explore every episode of the podcast Black Excellence Daily
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| Sean Croxton | Signing Off | 26 sept. 2025 | 00:05:50 | |
Thank you so much for listening to BXD! Unfortunately, it didn’t quite catch on the way I’d hoped. Like I’ve said many times on the show, failure is part of the journey. Some ideas will work, while others won’t. Keep iterating. Keep putting your ideas out there. Your greatest success could be one idea away. | |||
| John Hope Bryant | Credit Score = Life Expectancy | 26 sept. 2025 | 00:13:42 | |
John Hope Bryant breaks down the undeniable link between credit scores, health, education, and wealth in America. From Chicago to Mississippi, he reveals the shocking connection between money, health, and opportunity — showing how a 700+ credit score neighborhood lives 20 years longer than a 580 score neighborhood. But he doesn’t stop at the problem — he shares the solutions that are already working, from children’s savings accounts to Operation HOPE’s financial coaching.
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| Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu | How to Close the Achievement Gap | 25 sept. 2025 | 00:10:26 | |
Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu delivers a challenging message on parenting, time, and academic achievement. Warning that this could be the first generation of Black youth not to surpass the last, he breaks down the truth about study habits, distractions, and expectations. This episode is a call to invest more time in our children—and raise the bar for their future.
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| Rev. Ike | Why Black People Must Master the Mind | 24 sept. 2025 | 00:13:11 | |
Rev. Ike shook the church and the culture with a bold message: “God is within you, and mind power is real power.” Preaching prosperity, self-responsibility, and the audacity to “have it now,” he rejected waiting for blessings in the by-and-by. This episode captures his unapologetic call for Black people to master their minds, claim their worth, and prosper today.
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| Mellody Hobson | Money, Family, and Boundaries | 23 sept. 2025 | 00:09:14 | |
Mellody Hobson opens up about the pressures that come with being “the one” in the family who makes money. With honesty and wisdom, she shares how she learned to set boundaries, avoid resentment, and give without expectation. This episode is a powerful guide for anyone navigating family, finances, and the importance of protecting your own stability.
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| Les Brown | It’s Not Over Until You Win | 22 sept. 2025 | 00:08:43 | |
Les Brown shows us why self-belief, creativity, and persistence are non-negotiable for living our dreams. From removing energy drainers to aligning with the hungry, his words are fuel for anyone determined to rise. Your dream is possible. Keep pushing until you win.
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| Dr. Dennis Kimbro | The Wealthy Washerwoman | 19 sept. 2025 | 00:10:32 | |
Dr. Dennis Kimbro tells the remarkable story of Osceola McCarty, the washerwoman from Mississippi who gave nearly all her life savings to fund scholarships for Black students. Her legacy proves that true wealth is measured not by what we keep, but by what we give. This episode is a powerful lesson in service, sacrifice, and the fingerprints we leave on the world.
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| Rock-T | The Power of Your Circle | 18 sept. 2025 | 00:20:18 | |
Rock-T delivers a high-energy message on mindset, purpose, and perseverance. From surrounding yourself with the right circle to finding your God-given gifts, he challenges us to stop making excuses, start small, and keep moving toward big dreams. Success, he reminds us, is a marathon, not a sprint — and quitting is the only way to lose.
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| Dr. George C. Fraser | Leadership Begins at Home | 17 sept. 2025 | 00:11:10 | |
Dr. George C. Fraser calls us to the highest form of leadership: parenthood. With urgency and clarity, he defines true success in raising Black children — graduating high school at grade level, without jail, and without early parenthood. He challenges us to step up, lead with love, and take responsibility not just for our own children, but for saving one more. Source: Dr. George Fraser | Civil Rights Symposium 2015 | |||
| Myron Golden | Stop Playing Small | 16 sept. 2025 | 00:13:13 | |
Myron Golden challenges us to break free from small thinking and embrace abundance. Sharing his journey from being written off in school to building multimillion-dollar businesses, he reveals why money isn’t about greed — it’s about maximizing potential. This episode is a blueprint for asking better questions, thinking bigger, and living without limits.
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| Wally Amos | Passion + Commitment = Success | 15 sept. 2025 | 00:12:55 | |
Cookie legend Wally Amos shares his Watermelon Credo — a life philosophy rooted in belief, passion, and commitment. Drawing parallels to Napoleon Hill’s Think and Grow Rich, Amos shows how burning desire and unwavering focus can turn simple ideas into global success. This episode is a sweet reminder that belief plus commitment equals achievement.
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| Jeremy Anderson | Nothing Can Take Away Your Value | 12 sept. 2025 | 00:05:16 | |
Jeremy Anderson delivers a moving reminder that no matter what life does to you — whether you’ve been stepped on, torn, or thrown away — you never lose your worth. Using a simple dollar bill as a powerful metaphor, he speaks life into those who feel broken or forgotten, reminding us of our unshakable value, purpose, and strength.
Source: YOUR VALUE – Powerful Motivational Speech | |||
| Denzel Washington | Do You Have the Guts to Fail? | 11 sept. 2025 | 00:11:28 | |
Denzel Washington delivers a timeless message on risk, failure, and faith. With powerful stories — from failed auditions to Broadway triumphs — he reminds us to “fall forward,” embrace setbacks, and never play small. This episode is a call to courage, pushing us to pursue our purpose boldly so we don’t leave our gifts unused.
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| Eric Thomas | How Bad Do You Really Want It? | 10 sept. 2025 | 00:11:04 | |
Eric Thomas, the Hip-Hop Preacher, delivers one of his most powerful lessons: success must be wanted as badly as air itself. With unforgettable stories and raw truth, he challenges us to sacrifice comfort, push past excuses, and stay hungry. This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who says they want success but hasn’t yet committed to paying the price. Source: Secrets to success Pt. 1 | |||
| Mellody Hobson | Building Wealth as a Black Woman | 09 sept. 2025 | 00:07:20 | |
Mellody Hobson delivers a candid, empowering message on why women — especially Black women — must take charge of their financial futures. From the wage gap and “mommy tax” to negotiating pay and preparing for longer life expectancy, she breaks down the facts and equips us with the knowledge to build wealth, security, and freedom.
Source: Mellody Hobson: Why Women Need to be Financially Savvy | |||
| Steve Harvey | Your Attitude Determines Your Altitude | 08 sept. 2025 | 00:10:18 | |
Steve Harvey shares the story of how one mentor’s persistence transformed his life — and his mornings. From resisting wake-up calls at 22 to leading the world’s #1 syndicated morning show, Harvey reveals how mindset, gratitude, and preparation create opportunity. This is a powerful reminder that your attitude truly determines your altitude. Source: YOUR ATTITUDE DETERMINES YOUR ALTITUDE | Steve Harvey Motivational Talks | |||
| Butch Graves | Failure Is Just the Road to Success | 05 sept. 2025 | 00:11:41 | |
Failure is nothing more than the road to success. In this insightful episode, Butch Graves of Black Enterprise breaks down why Black entrepreneurs must focus less on capital and more on scale. From knowing when to pivot to turning setbacks into breakthroughs, he gives a blueprint for building businesses that last. | |||
| Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu | Being Black Means Being Excellent | 04 sept. 2025 | 00:08:11 | |
Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu breaks down the truth: across science, literature, business, music, sports, and beyond, Black people have always led when given the chance. This powerful episode calls us to redefine Blackness — not by stereotypes, but by our legacy of excellence. | |||
| Carla Harris | The Work Doesn’t Speak, But Relationships Holler | 03 sept. 2025 | 00:10:36 | |
In this powerful episode, Carla Harris drops game on building relationships, embracing authenticity, and leading with intention. Success isn’t accidental — it’s strategic. If you’re ready to rise, take risks, and step into your excellence, this conversation is for you. | |||
| Dr. Claud Anderson | No Ownership, No Power | 02 sept. 2025 | 00:17:04 | |
Without businesses, we own nothing. Without ownership, we have no power.” Dr. Claud Anderson lays it plain — jobs may maintain you, but only businesses create wealth and independence. In this eye-opening episode, he explains why entrepreneurship is the key to economic survival and Black empowerment. | |||
| Dr. Dennis Kimbro | Success Always Leaves Footprints | 01 sept. 2025 | 00:14:30 | |
In this inspiring episode, Dr. Dennis Kimbro challenges us to live with vision and intention. He breaks down why self-talk shapes destiny, why goals must be written and lived daily, and why success always leaves footprints. This one is a masterclass in Black excellence, discipline, and belief.
Source: Think and Grow Rich A Black Choice Dr Dennis Kimbro Pt 4 | |||
| Olympia LePoint | Turn Fear Into Fuel | 29 août 2025 | 00:10:58 | |
Rocket scientist Olympia LePoint shares how she conquered fear, rebuilt her confidence, and rewired her brain for success. She reveals the science of creating new neural pathways by taking action in direct opposition to fear — proving you can do anything you set your mind to. | |||
| Les Brown | You Gotta Be Hungry | 28 août 2025 | 00:11:11 | |
Les Brown shares his unforgettable journey from rejected radio hopeful to on-air personality — all powered by relentless hunger and service beyond expectation. In this inspiring talk, he reveals how persistence, preparation, and building relationships open doors, and why those who are truly hungry are unstoppable in creating the life they dream of. | |||
| Dr. Gloria Mayfield Banks | The Three C’s of Success | 27 août 2025 | 00:13:14 | |
Dr. Gloria Mayfield-Banks reveals her proven “three C’s” formula for success: courage, confidence, and choices. In this inspiring talk, she shares her personal journey of overcoming dyslexia, pushing through fear, and building the confidence that creates life-changing opportunities. Learn how small, courageous decisions lead to big victories. | |||
| Eric Thomas | Be Phenomenal or Be Forgotten | 26 août 2025 | 00:13:00 | |
Eric Thomas challenges you to pick a side: success or average. They can’t coexist. He breaks down why average destroys legacies, costs lives, and sets the wrong example — and why you must press to be phenomenal in every area of your life. | |||
| Lisa Nichols | Your Dream Is Bigger Than You | 25 août 2025 | 00:10:59 | |
Lisa Nichols takes us behind the scenes of her “overnight success” — from reciting speeches to her grandmother, to serving people with no expectation of return, to finally making the phone ring. This is a masterclass in holding your dream full-term and doing the work no one sees. | |||
| Rev. Ike | Stop Being Afraid to Prosper | 22 août 2025 | 00:17:51 | |
Rev. Ike delivers a message that’ll flip the script on how you see God and money. He says it’s time to throw out the poverty complex, embrace abundance, and live life more abundantly — the way the Bible intended. | |||
| George Subira | From Anti-Capitalist to Economic Power | 21 août 2025 | 00:15:08 | |
George Subira dismantles the myths and mental blocks holding back Black economic power. He says it’s time to remember our entrepreneurs, produce and trade like every other thriving people, and stop acting like working for someone else is our destiny. | |||
| Dr. Nicole LaBeach | Your Vision Is Waiting on You | 20 août 2025 | 00:14:09 | |
Dr. Nicole LaBeach redefines what it means to have vision. She says it’s not about what’s possible on paper — it’s about what you can see and are willing to say yes to. Own your vision, feed it, and watch it come alive. | |||
| Dr. George Fraser | Success Runs in Our Race | 19 août 2025 | 00:14:36 | |
Dr. George C. Fraser delivers a straight-talk lesson on money, unity, and economic power. With $1.1 trillion in buying power, he says the only thing we lack is each other — and it’s time to change that. | |||
| Carla Harris | If You Don’t Ask, You Don’t Get | 18 août 2025 | 00:12:07 | |
Carla Harris shares the wisdom of a lifetime — from speaking up in the rooms you’ve earned, to taking bold risks, to knowing your worth and asking for it. If you’re ready to own your power and never dim your light, this one’s for you. | |||
| Steve Harvey | You Can’t Be Great and Play It Safe | 15 août 2025 | 00:09:45 | |
In this powerful talk, Steve Harvey reveals how faith, imagination, and a $50 comedy gig changed the course of his life. From doubt to destiny, Steve shows us that everything we want is on the other side of fear — if we’re willing to take the leap and trust what God already placed in our imagination. | |||
| John Hope Bryant | From Po’ to Powerful | 14 août 2025 | 00:17:16 | |
John Hope Bryant shares how a crushed velvet suit, a banker in a red tie, and a $40 candy hustle changed his life — and how we can shift our mindset from poverty to purpose. We never got the memo on wealth. But now it’s time we do. | |||
| Mellody Hobson | No One Is Coming | 13 août 2025 | 00:15:08 | |
Mellody Hobson pulls no punches in this powerful talk on money, retirement, and financial responsibility. She tackles our fears, busts financial fairytales, and reminds us that no one is coming. From her personal story to national realities, this episode is a wake-up call — and a call to action. | |||
| Marina Perez | How to Read Your Credit Report Like a Pro | 12 août 2025 | 00:18:03 | |
Credit expert Marina Perez breaks down everything you thought you knew about credit. From hard inquiries to FICO scores to why your job application might pull your report — this one’s packed with the kind of knowledge that builds financial power. | |||
| Inky Johnson | Opposition Isn’t the End | 11 août 2025 | 00:10:30 | |
Inky Johnson delivers a fiery message about resilience, fatherhood, and what it means to “go heavy” in the face of adversity. With a powerful story about teaching his son to get back up — even bleeding — Inky reminds us that our purpose doesn’t quit when life gets hard. It’s time to go heavy. | |||
| Shelby Steele | The Danger of Dependence | 08 août 2025 | 00:11:57 | |
Author and scholar Shelby Steele delivers a thought-provoking message on why it's time to move beyond grievance and into greatness. He challenges us to stop living in protest and start living in good faith, where freedom and personal responsibility pave the way to real Black excellence. | |||
| Dr. Kamilah Stevenson | Generational Health Starts With You | 07 août 2025 | 00:18:44 | |
Dr. Kamilah Stevenson shares her gripping journey from Olympic hopeful to chronic illness — and how she reclaimed her health by changing her mindset and her meals. In this powerful talk, she urges us to stop eating like we’re dying and start living like we mean it. Health isn’t a goal — it’s the foundation of your purpose. | |||
| Malcolm-Jamal Warner | The Strength in Vulnerability | 06 août 2025 | 00:13:10 | |
Late actor and poet Malcolm-Jamal Warner delivers a powerful reflection on masculinity, identity, and emotional honesty. With raw vulnerability, he dismantles stereotypes of Black men, revealing how embracing his truth became his superpower. A must-listen for anyone ready to show up fully and authentically. | |||
| Myron Golden | Get So Good They Can’t Deny You | 05 août 2025 | 00:18:52 | |
Myron Golden drops truth bombs on personal responsibility, resilience, and the power of relentless growth. In this electrifying talk, he dismantles excuses and challenges you to “just get better”—no matter what you're up against. Because when you get so good, they can’t deny you. | |||
| Keith Harrell | Your Attitude Is Your Life | 04 août 2025 | 00:17:20 | |
Motivational speaker Keith Harrell brings humor, heart, and inspiration in this unforgettable story of how a five-year-old with a stutter and a pair of corduroys discovered the power of attitude. From rejection to resilience, Keith reminds us that with faith, family, and the right mindset, anything is possible. | |||
| George Subira | Stop Pleading Poverty, Start Building Power | 01 août 2025 | 00:09:38 | |
Author George Subira breaks down the myths of Black poverty and challenges limiting money mindsets. From faith-based fears about wealth to missed marketing opportunities, he urges Black entrepreneurs to shift attitudes, master sales, and claim their rightful place in America’s economic landscape. 🔗 Click Here to Join! | |||
| Les Brown | Live Out of Your Imagination, Not Your History | 31 juil. 2025 | 00:16:34 | |
Les Brown reminds us that legacy is built through belief, purpose, and perseverance. From overcoming poverty and labels to claiming greatness and imagining a bigger life, he challenges you to affirm your worth, commit to your dream, and leave a name future generations will never forget. It's possible. It's necessary. 🔗 Click Here to Join! | |||
| Dr. Claud Anderson | It’s Not Integration or Segregation — It’s Congregation | 30 juil. 2025 | 00:18:13 | |
Dr. Claud Anderson delivers an unflinching breakdown of Black America's historical missteps, economic exploitation, and the need for collective power. From reclaiming the truth about Uncle Tom to dismantling integration myths, this episode challenges us to congregate, concentrate, and build for ourselves—once and for all. 🔗 Click Here to Join! | |||
| Dr. Dennis Kimbro | Speak for the Absent, Stand for the Truth | 29 juil. 2025 | 00:08:09 | |
Dr. Dennis Kimbro delivers a passionate call to action rooted in love, courage, and purpose. From defending the absent to loving unconditionally and leaving a legacy, he challenges us to place our fingerprints on life and prove we were here. This is more than inspiration—it's a blueprint for Black excellence. 🔗 Click Here to Join! | |||
| Lisa Nichols | Becoming Your Next Best Self | 28 juil. 2025 | 00:11:34 | |
In this soul-stirring episode, Lisa Nichols challenges you to “live your quest” — to forgive deeply, love boldly, and show up unapologetically. She disrupts mediocrity, ignites your rhythm, and reminds you that your light gives others permission to shine. Are you ready to play big and wake up the dream within? 🔗 Click Here to Join! | |||
| John Hope Bryant | Confidence Is Currency: Rewriting the Wealth Script | 25 juil. 2025 | 00:13:24 | |
John Hope Bryant drops hard truths on economic empowerment, revealing why poverty isn’t about money — it's about mindset. From Dr. King’s economic vision to the power of confidence, role models, and financial literacy, this episode delivers “the memo” we never got about wealth, hope, and ownership in America. | |||
| Tiffany Aliche | Money Lists and Target Dates: Wealth for the Long Game | 24 juil. 2025 | 00:11:10 | |
Finance expert Tiffany Aliche breaks down her 10-step journey to lasting wealth — starting with budgeting basics and ending with legacy building. From “money lists” to “target date funds,” this episode delivers practical, powerful strategies for growing your money the smart way. Wealth isn't flashy — it's intentional. | |||
| Don Barden | Building While Black | 23 juil. 2025 | 00:12:02 | |
Don Barden shares his powerful journey from selling backyard vegetables to building a multi-million dollar enterprise. Learn how this trailblazing entrepreneur overcame systemic barriers, embraced education, and used determination to carve his own path to Black excellence. | |||
| Carla Harris | No Is a Complete Sentence | 22 juil. 2025 | 00:11:07 | |
Wall Street trailblazer Carla Harris shares her secrets to balancing ambition with authenticity. In this inspiring talk, she reveals how being intentional — with your calendar, values, and relationships — is the key to success without self-sacrifice. Powerful lessons on saying no, showing up, and staying true. | |||