Welcome to Money Making Conversations Master Class
It’s time to stop reading other people’s success stories—and start writing your own. Everyone talks about purpose and gifts, but if you have a gift, it’s time to lead with it. Don’t let friends, family, or co-workers hold you back from planning or living your dreams.
Money Making Conversations Master Class is a weekly one-hour show that features in-depth interviews with successful celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers as they share their unique definitions of success. It’s more than just a podcast—it’s a nationally ranked platform available on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all your favorite podcasts.
The show is hosted by Rushion McDonald, 2025 Speak Sell Shine Mentor of the Year Award Honoree. He is also a Brand Architect, Entrepreneur, and Emmy and NAACP Image Award-winning Executive Producer. His journey began as a stand-up comic and evolved into a career as a sitcom writer, social media influencer, brand strategist, and even an award-winning baker. You can listen to Money Making Conversations Master Class live every Tuesday from 6–7 PM ET on WCLK 91.9 FM in Atlanta, GA. The show is also syndicated on 19 HBCU-related radio stations nationwide.
So don’t wait—tune in today and start building your own success story with Money Making Conversations Master Class.
Keep winning!
Motivational & Informative Podcast Episodes
YOUTUBE Episodes
-
THE SECRET TO LASTING 4 DECADES IN MUSIC
Listen and Subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, https://www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning!
On this episode, our host, Rushion McDonald speaks with HOWARD HEWETT
Legendary R&B vocalist and former frontman of Shalamar, Howard Hewett joins Rushion McDonald to reflect on his early career, his rise through the music industry, and the philosophy that fueled his longevity. Hewett recounts growing up in Akron, Ohio, his early professional singing experiences, and ultimately his path to Los Angeles, where he worked in show groups before joining Shalamar.
A large portion of the discussion focuses on preparation, visualization, integrity, and being ready when opportunities show up. Hewett reveals the remarkable story of how he joined Shalamar: a surprise phone call during a tense meeting at the Motown building, followed by an audition the next day, a flight to meet the group, and a TV performance within 72 hours.
The interview blends career storytelling, business lessons, and personal philosophy—making it valuable for creatives, entrepreneurs, and anyone pursuing long-term success.
🎯 PURPOSE OF THE INTERVIEW
Rushion McDonald brings Howard Hewett on to:
Share real-world lessons from a 40+ year entertainment career
Highlight professional preparation, mindset, and integrity as keys to sustained success Inspire listeners to embrace vision, self-belief, and business readiness—especially small business owners and creatives
Pull back the curtain on the origin story of Shalamar's most iconic lineup and Hewett’s personal development journey
Money Making Conversations talk shows are about entrepreneurship and entertainment. The interviews give the consumer and business owners access to Celebrities, CEOs, Entrepreneurs, and Industry Decision Makers. They provide relatable information to the listener about career and financial planning, entrepreneurship, motivation, leadership, overcoming the odds, and how to live a balanced life.
It is essential to understand that everybody travels a different path to success. That is because your brand is different. The challenges you face in your life are different. So stop reading other people’s success stories and start writing your own. The Money Making Conversations interviews will encourage you to lead with your gifts and never use age as an excuse when planning your goals.
“Lead with Your Gifts!”
Rushion McDonald is a two-time Emmy Award-winning and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television and film, producer. He is a sitcom writer, social media influencer, brand architect, entrepreneur, and award-winning baker.
🔗 Connect with Money Making Conversations:
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
https://www.facebook.com/moneymakingconversations
https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv
https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations -
MAKE MILLIONS USING AI WITH NO DEGREE
Listen and Subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, https://www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning!
On this episode, our host, Rushion McDonald speaks with Everett Swain II, founder of UXD Academy, highlighting alternative pathways to high-paying careers without a traditional four-year degree and showing how AI and design skills can create financial and academic freedom—especially for underserved communities. This episode also inspires entrepreneurs and small business owners to embrace AI-driven opportunities and build new income streams.
Money Making Conversations talk shows are about entrepreneurship and entertainment. The interviews give the consumer and business owners access to Celebrities, CEOs, Entrepreneurs, and Industry Decision Makers. They provide relatable information to the listener about career and financial planning, entrepreneurship, motivation, leadership, overcoming the odds, and how to live a balanced life.
It is essential to understand that everybody travels a different path to success. That is because your brand is different. The challenges you face in your life are different. So stop reading other people’s success stories and start writing your own. The Money Making Conversations interviews will encourage you to lead with your gifts and never use age as an excuse when planning your goals.
“Lead with Your Gifts!”
Rushion McDonald is a two-time Emmy Award-winning and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television and film, producer. He is a sitcom writer, social media influencer, brand architect, entrepreneur, and award-winning baker.
🔗 Connect with Money Making Conversations:
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
https://www.facebook.com/moneymakingconversations
https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv
https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations -
Save Thousands In Taxes Legally
Listen and Subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, https://www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning!
On this episode, our host, Rushion McDonald, speaks with Michael Uadiale,
The interview aims to educate entrepreneurs on how the tax code actually works and how understanding it—not fearing it—is the key to wealth building. It introduces Michael Uadiale’s DECIDE Framework, a six-step model designed to help entrepreneurs achieve financial freedom within five to seven years through strategic tax planning. The conversation also debunks common myths about taxes and wealth, particularly the misconception that the tax code only favors the rich. Additionally, it encourages proactive financial behavior by emphasizing the importance of meeting with tax advisors regularly, planning before spending, using legal tax incentives, and building multigenerational wealth.
Money Making Conversations talk shows are about entrepreneurship and entertainment. The interviews give the consumer and business owners access to Celebrities, CEOs, Entrepreneurs, and Industry Decision Makers. They provide relatable information to the listener about career and financial planning, entrepreneurship, motivation, leadership, overcoming the odds, and how to live a balanced life.
It is essential to understand that everybody travels a different path to success. That is because your brand is different. The challenges you face in your life are different. So stop reading other people’s success stories and start writing your own. The Money Making Conversations interviews will encourage you to lead with your gifts and never use age as an excuse when planning your goals.
“Lead with Your Gifts!”
Rushion McDonald is a two-time Emmy Award-winning and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television and film, producer. He is a sitcom writer, social media influencer, brand architect, entrepreneur, and award-winning baker.
🔗 Connect with Money Making Conversations:
https://www.moneymakingconversations.com
https://www.facebook.com/moneymakingconversations
https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv
https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations
#SaveThousandsInTaxes
#TaxStrategyForEntrepreneurs
#WealthBuildingTips
#FinancialFreedomPlan
#SmartTaxPlanning
#EntrepreneurWealth
#LegalTaxSavings
#BuildGenerationalWealth
#TaxCodeSecrets
#BusinessTaxStrategies
#MoneyMakingConversations
#FinancialEducationForEntrepreneurs
#TaxPlanningForBusinessOwners
#WealthMindsetMoves
#SmallBusinessTaxTips
#PassiveIncomeStrategies
#FinancialSuccessBlueprint
#TaxSavingsStrategies
#EntrepreneurMoneyTips
#MillionaireTaxStrategies
PODCAST EPISODES
AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY ON
Listen NOW
Lead With Your Gifts! – Rushion McDonald