David Shands Explains How To Start a Podcast, Build a Brand & Make Money Online | S5 Ep.13

David Shands Explains How To Start a Podcast, Build a Brand & Make Money Online | S5 Ep.13

Want to start a podcast but don't know where to begin? In this powerful episode of Let's Be Clear, Jamal Bryant sits down with entrepreneur and podcast expert David Shands to talk about what it really takes to build a successful podcast, grow an audience, and turn content into income. They discuss why most podcasts fail, how creators can stand out, the biggest mistakes people make when starting, and why building trust matters more than chasing views. The conversation also takes some unexpected turns as they discuss honorary doctorates, fake experts, investing, online scams, and the challenge of finding trustworthy information in today's digital world. If you're a creator, entrepreneur, business owner, church leader, or someone thinking about starting a podcast, this episode is full of practical lessons you can use right away. #JamalBryant #DavidShands #CreatorEconomy #Podcasting #Business  The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let’s Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener.  New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.org Join our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/join Follow or Subscribe on our socials ~ https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcast https://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast  https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod

Dr. John-Paul Foster BREAKS SILENCE on "Black Skin Idolatry", Fake Seminary Degrees & Church Silence | S5 Ep. 12

In this powerful episode of Let's Be Clear, Pastor Jamal Bryant sits down with pastor, professor, and author of "The Gospel and My Black Skin” Dr. John-Paul Foster for a conversation that challenges some of the biggest narratives surrounding Christianity, race, identity, and the Black church. From the truth about the Slave Bible to the rise of church disillusionment, Dr. Foster explains why an entire generation is asking hard questions about faith, history, politics, and justice.  Together, they tackle whether Black Christians are being forced to choose between their faith and their identity, why churches are losing young people, and what the future of Black leadership looks like in America. If you've ever questioned the relationship between Christianity and Black history, this conversation is for you. #JamalBryant #LetsBeClear #BlackChurch #Christianity #BlackHistory #HebrewIsraelites #FaithAndCulture #Religion #ChurchLeadership #BlackChristianity  The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let’s Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener.  New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.org Join our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/join Follow or Subscribe on our socials ~ https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcast https://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast  https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod

Yusef Jackson EXPOSES The Black Church CRISIS & Black Voters | S5 Ep. 11

Is the Black church losing its influence in America? In this powerful conversation, Pastor Jamal Bryant sits down with Yusef Jackson, son of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. and the president and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition, to discuss the future of Black leadership, voting rights, civic engagement, economic justice, and why younger generations are disconnecting from both church and activism. From the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement to the reality of DEI rollbacks, local elections, and the fight for cultural unity, this episode challenges the Black community to rethink faith, politics, and responsibility in this generation. Yusef Jackson also opens up about growing up as Rev. Jesse Jackson’s son, the lessons he learned from his parents, and what the next chapter of Rainbow PUSH looks like moving forward. Watch until the end for one of the most important conversations on the future of the Black church and Black America. #LetsBeClear #JamalBryant #YusefJackson ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let’s Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener.  New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.org Join our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/join Follow or Subscribe on our socials ~ https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcast https://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast  https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod

Jamal Bryant Talks "Doctor" Credential Controversy, Reality of Black Homeownership and Mental Health | S5 Ep.10

In this episode of Let's Be Clear, Pastor Jamal Bryant addresses the "doctor" controversy and shares why credentials, accountability, and trust matter in mental health. As voting rights, education, economic opportunity, and representation remain under attack, Pastor Jamal Bryant issues a call for Black political engagement ahead of critical elections.  He also breaks down the Black homeownership crisis, generational wealth gaps, financial empowerment, and why New Birth is launching a major housing initiative designed to create opportunities for Black families. This is more than a conversation about controversy. It's a conversation about responsibility, power, ownership, leadership, and the future of Black America. #LetsBeClear #JamalBryant #BlackMentalHealth #BlackWealth #VotingRights #Homeownership #Politics #GenerationalWealth #KeishaLanceBottoms The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let’s Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener.  New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.org Join our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/join Follow or Subscribe on our socials ~ https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcast https://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast  https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod

The Black Church, HBCUs & Divine 9 Are Under Spiritual Attack? | S5 Ep. 9

Is the Black church losing biblical literacy? In this powerful episode of Let’s Be Clear, Pastor Jamal Bryant sits down with Rev. Dr. Herman “Skip” Mason, president of the Interdenominational Theological Center, for a conversation that is already stirring debate across the Black church. From the controversy surrounding Divine 9 organizations to seminary decline, HBCU funding struggles, LGBTQ conversations in ministry, and the future of Black education, this episode tackles the conversations most people avoid publicly. This is one of the most honest and thought provoking conversations about faith, education, culture, and Black identity happening right now.  The Jamal Bryant Podcast "Let’s Be Clear" is a conversation that rips off the bandaid to serious relevant issues in the community and around the country. It assesses the wounds and offers prescriptions of insight, understanding and direction. No punches are pulled, but jabs are thrown to hit right between the eyes of every listener.  New Episode Drops every Thursday at 12pm est. at jamalbryant.org Join our Membership or Support our Channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1yEY95beOqcUz5TUqxqVgQ/join Follow or Subscribe on our socials ~ https://www.facebook.com/jamalbryantpodcast https://www.instagram.com/jamalbryantpodcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jamalbryantpodcast  https://twitter.com/jamalbryantpod