Why Juneteenth Should Be More Than A Celebration - Ep. 185 w/ Sharea Ayers

Why Juneteenth Should Be More Than A Celebration - Ep. 185 w/ Sharea Ayers

What Up Doe?! Sharea Ayers is back on Black Fridays, and this time she returns as the COO of Black Leaders Detroit with a deeper conversation on capital, culture, Juneteenth, and what it really means to build for your people. In this episode, Sharea breaks down how BLD uses community dollars to fund no-interest loans and grants for entrepreneurs of African descent, the impact of serving over 900 businesses and putting more than $7 million into the hands of entrepreneurs, and why Juneteenth Jubilee Detroit is more than a celebration. It is a reminder that freedom has always required community, ownership, creativity, and collective action. If you care about Black business, Detroit culture, group economics, and building spaces that move the community forward, this one is a must-listen. Don’t Forget To Tap In With Our Sponsors!! 20% of All Bamboo Cowork Rentals with Promo Code “BlackFriday20”: https://linkly.link/2Zooi [https://linkly.link/2Zooi] Online Podcast Course: https://linkly.link/2EhT0 [https://linkly.link/2EhT0] Podcast Ebook: https://linkly.link/2EhSz [https://linkly.link/2EhSz] Stay Connected Show IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/] Guest Website: https://www.blackleadersdetroit.org/ [https://www.blackleadersdetroit.org/] Guest IG: https://www.instagram.com/bldetroit/ [https://www.instagram.com/bldetroit/] Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d [https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d]

You’re Not Just A Photographer, You’re A CEO - Ep. 184 w/ Lee Media House

What Up Doe?! This episode is for every creative, entrepreneur, photographer, filmmaker, content creator, and business owner trying to turn their gift into something that can feed their family and impact the community. We sat down with husband-and-wife photography team Tay Lee and Shawn Lee of Lee Media House to talk about how they each found photography, how COVID pushed Tay to finally pick up the camera, how Shawn learned the business side after getting paid for his first wedding, and how they are now building an elevated storytelling company rooted in legacy, collaboration, and creative education. From turning an apartment bedroom into a holiday portrait studio to teaching creatives how to price, scale, build teams, and stop moving like “just a photographer,” this conversation is a reminder that your gift can open the door, but your systems, community, and CEO mindset will help you stay in the room. Don’t Forget To Tap In With Our Sponsors!! 20% of All Bamboo Cowork Rentals with Promo Code “BlackFriday20”: https://linkly.link/2Zooi [https://linkly.link/2Zooi] Online Podcast Course: https://linkly.link/2EhT0 [https://linkly.link/2EhT0] Podcast Ebook: https://linkly.link/2EhSz [https://linkly.link/2EhSz] Stay Connected Show IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/] Guest Website: https://www.hocxsls.com/ [https://www.hocxsls.com/] Guest IG: https://www.instagram.com/leemediahouse_/ [https://www.instagram.com/leemediahouse_/] Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d [https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d]

The Local Election Most Detroiters Are Not Paying Attention To - Ep. 183 w/ Jenell Mansfield

What Up Doe?! This week on Black Fridays, we got family in the building with Jenell Mansfield, a Detroit daughter, lobbyist, educator, organizer, mother, and candidate for Wayne County Commissioner District 5. This conversation breaks down what county government actually does, why local elections directly impact property taxes, transit, healthcare, seniors, youth, and neighborhood resources, and how Jenell’s personal experience fighting through broken systems for her mother pushed her to step into the arena. From growing up on the west side to becoming a classroom teacher, parent advocate, legislative coordinator, and community-first candidate, Jenell gives a real look at what it means to lead with purpose, policy, and love for the people. The biggest takeaway: you cannot afford to sit out of local politics when the decisions being made are already affecting your home, your family, and your future. Don’t Forget To Tap In With Our Sponsors!! 20% of All Bamboo Cowork Rentals with Promo Code “BlackFriday20”: https://linkly.link/2Zooi [https://linkly.link/2Zooi] Online Podcast Course: https://linkly.link/2EhT0 [https://linkly.link/2EhT0] Podcast Ebook: https://linkly.link/2EhSz [https://linkly.link/2EhSz] Stay Connected Show IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/] Guest Website: https://morewithmansfield.com/ [https://morewithmansfield.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Guest IG: https://www.instagram.com/morewithmansfield/ [https://www.instagram.com/morewithmansfield/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d [https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d]

Why This NFL Star Cares More About Books Than Football - Ep. 182 w/ Joique Bell

What Up Doe?? Former Detroit Lions running back, Wayne State legend, entrepreneur, and community leader Joique Bell joins Black Fridays for a powerful conversation about growing up in Benton Harbor, building discipline through sports, becoming a father in college, and turning life’s hardest moments into purpose. Joique shares how poverty, faith, family, football, and mentorship shaped his mindset, then breaks down how those lessons carried him into the NFL, real estate, tech, hospitality, and youth literacy work through Joique Bell Charity. This episode is a masterclass in resilience, preparation, ownership, and paying it forward for the next generation. Don’t Forget To Tap In With Our Sponsors!! 20% of All Bamboo Cowork Rentals with Promo Code “BlackFriday20”: https://linkly.link/2Zooi [https://linkly.link/2Zooi]  Online Podcast Course: https://linkly.link/2EhT0 [https://linkly.link/2EhT0]  Podcast Ebook: https://linkly.link/2EhSz [https://linkly.link/2EhSz]  Stay Connected Show IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/]  Guest Website: https://jbcharity.org/ [https://jbcharity.org/]  Guest IG: https://www.instagram.com/joiquernaut/ [https://www.instagram.com/joiquernaut/]  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d [https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d]

Black Fridays Special: David Alan Grier on Detroit, Mentorship, and Purpose w/ David Alan Grier

In this special Black Fridays interview from the Midnight Golf 25-Year Celebration, Detroit native, actor, comedian, and Cass Tech alumnus David Alan Grier reflects on the mentors who shaped his life, the importance of giving back, and why programs like Midnight Golf matter. From stories about influential teachers who made learning exciting to lessons learned throughout his career, David shares how small acts of encouragement can change a young person's trajectory forever. His message to the next generation is simple but powerful: stay patient, keep working, and trust that consistent effort compounds over time. Don’t Forget To Tap In With Our Sponsors!! 20% of All Bamboo Cowork Rentals with Promo Code “BlackFriday20”: https://linkly.link/2Zooi [https://linkly.link/2Zooi]  Online Podcast Course: https://linkly.link/2EhT0 [https://linkly.link/2EhT0]  Podcast Ebook: https://linkly.link/2EhSz [https://linkly.link/2EhSz]  Stay Connected Show IG: https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/blackfridayspodcast/]  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-fridays/id1596422513] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d [https://open.spotify.com/show/0vMobyyYrvRySGy1MbUTrF?si=1ff56aa6689a472d]