On this episode of Black Men Sundays, Corie Sylvester Murray welcomes back entrepreneur and former four-star athlete John Paul Reed. Since 2023, John Paul has earned his Director’s License, expanded partnerships with the City of Orlando, and written The 3–6PM Blueprint — focused on protecting youth during the most vulnerable hours of the day.

This conversation goes beyond business.

We discuss:

1. Purpose before profit
2. Buying your time back
3. The discipline of 5:30AM mornings
4. Fatherhood in real life
5. Building generational wealth through alignment

If you’re serious about growth — spiritually, financially, and as a leader — this episode is for you.

Legacy isn’t luck.

It’s discipline.

This episode of Black Men Sundays is a no-nonsense marketing masterclass with John Dwyer (JD), founder of the Institute of WOW and the strategist behind campaigns for Michael Jordan, Disney, KFC, Warner Bros., and Jerry Seinfeld.

JD breaks down why most businesses fail at marketing, why discounting is a losing game, and how direct-response and incentive-based strategies can generate massive, immediate demand. From global campaigns to simple ideas that produce avalanche-level leads, this conversation is a blueprint for entrepreneurs who want customers now—not excuses.

Tune in now! Black Men Sundays is ranked #9 of the top 80 Black Wealth Podcasts on https://podcasts.feedspot.com/black_wealth_and_investing_podcasts/

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Host Corie Sylvester Murray welcomes back trusted financial advisor Nelson Simmons III, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience, to break down how everyday people can build real, sustainable wealth—without hype, shortcuts, or gimmicks. In this episode, we cover: The importance of vision and discipline in wealth-building The truth about the Magnificent 7 + 1 (BATMAN stocks) Index funds vs. individual stocks How much to invest and how often Why dollar-cost averaging still wins.

On this episode of Black Men Sundays, we sit down with Nakiim Bey, Chief Protocol Officer and wealth preservation strategist, to break down the real meaning of legacy. From trusts and asset protection to international investing and stakeholder diplomacy, this conversation challenges Black families to move beyond income and focus on preserving wealth, protecting health, and building institutions that last. This is a masterclass in thinking generational—not just financial. Tune in now! Black Men Sundays is ranked #10 of the top 80 Black Wealth Podcasts on https://podcasts.feedspot.com/black_wealth_and_investing_podcasts/

Welcome to the first Black Men Sundays episode of the New Year, and we’re starting 2026 with an action-packed financial master class. Host Corie Sylvester Murray welcomes back trusted financial advisor Nelson Simmons III, a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience, to break down how everyday people can build real, sustainable wealth—without hype, shortcuts, or gimmicks. In this episode, we cover: The importance of vision and discipline in wealth-building The truth about the Magnificent 7 + 1 (BATMAN stocks) Index funds vs. individual stocks How much to invest and how often Why dollar-cost averaging still wins.

In this powerful end-of-year episode of Black Men Sundays, host Corie Sylvester Murray sits down with J.R. McIntyre, aka ThaHoodMotiv8tor—a 14-year U.S. combat veteran, motivational speaker, life coach, author, and doctoral candidate.

J.R. opens up about transitioning from military life, confronting PTSD, surviving multiple suicide attempts, and learning how to heal not just himself—but his children. He shares why emotional intelligence is essential for veterans and Black men, how faith guided him through failure, and what it really takes to turn your God-given gift into a sustainable business.

From setting firm prices and building multiple income streams to breaking generational trauma and preparing for the new year, this episode is a masterclass in mental health, purpose, and generational wealth.

This conversation isn’t just motivation—it’s a mission briefing for 2026.

The holiday season is often portrayed as joyful—but for many Black men, it can be one of the most emotionally and financially challenging times of the year.

In this powerful follow-up episode of Black Men Sundays, host Corie Sylvester Murray sits down once again with Dr. Izetta Briggs Bolling, a licensed clinical social worker, licensed mental health counselor, and master credentialed substance abuse counselor, to unpack the realities of mental health during the holidays.

Together, they explore how holiday stress shows up differently for Black men, including depression, anxiety, overspending, gambling, alcohol use, and unresolved family trauma. Dr. Bolling breaks down the clinical differences between recreational behaviors and emotional coping mechanisms, explains why financial setbacks hit harder in January, and offers practical strategies for setting boundaries, navigating triggering family gatherings, and protecting mental health without guilt.

This episode also addresses sobriety during the holidays, responsible hosting, recognizing warning signs in loved ones, and why choosing peace—even if that means skipping family—is sometimes the healthiest decision.

This conversation is honest, practical, and necessary—for anyone looking to survive the holidays with their mental health, finances, and dignity intact.

On this episode of Black Men Sundays, host Corie Sylvester Murray sits down with Dundee Gouin, Managing Director at Northwestern Mutual Chicago (Hyde Park). Dundee shares his journey from Haiti to South Florida to Chicago, breaking down wealth building for everyday families, the importance of emergency funds, long-term discipline, and why financial confidence matters just as much as image.This conversation dives into bridging the wealth gap, faith-driven leadership, and how small, consistent decisions can create billion-dollar impact in our communities. Tune in now! Black Men Sundays is ranked #12 of the top 80 Black Wealth Podcasts on https://podcasts.feedspot.com/black_wealth_and_investing_podcasts/