“Someone You Need to Know” Showcast
“Someone You Need To Know” is a combination of both video interviews and audio podcast interviews that explores the personal stories and journeys of trendsetters, tastemakers, societal change agents, and industry leaders.
My goal is to introduce and connect you to everyday people doing impactful work across the country whose stories are often overlooked by the masses and often untold.
Simply put, “Someone You Need To Know” shares the inspiring and impactful stories of everyday people you need to know. “Someone You Need To Know” is available via my youtube channel and all major podcast platforms. Please be sure to subscribe and stay connected.
Rallying The Vote!
America braces for national civil unrest pending results of the 2020 presidential election as polls close in less than 3 days. In a conversation with Maggie O’Keefe, 40th Ward Committeewoman, we explore the work she is doing to mobilize Generation Z to show up to the polls, how she is using her platform to do…
The Urgency of Now! Rocking The Vote Like Never Before in 2020!
In this week’s episode, Rashanah caught up with Ted Williams, III who explains why this 2020 presidential election is more important than any other U.S. election. Williams explains why voting in all elections are important, Ice Cube’s Black Agenda, how President Trump became president and past policies of former Vice President Joe Biden. Plus Williams…
Leading Communities In Faith Through A Global Pandemic
Keeping the faith is one way to navigate the challenges the world faces in 2020 with the global pandemic of COVID-19 and recent national civil rest in the United States. I recently talked with Pastor Jonathan Brooks of Chicago on how he is keeping the peace in his home community of West Englewood, how residents…
Voting With Purpose During All Election Cycles!
The phrase “Vote Like Your Life Depends On It” rings loudly and consistently during these uncertain times in our world. The 2020 presidential election is less than two weeks, and the battle between political parties gets muddy as everything seems to be at stake. I go deep with Oren Jacobson, Co-Founder & Co-Executive Director of…
Staying Productive & Changing Your Mindset During COVID-19 with Creativity Coach Kanesha Baynard
Wondering how to get back on track with your life goals and cope during COVID-19? How to focus on your inner wellness or give yourself grace? I recently caught up with Kanesha Baynard from the Bay Area on developing a plan of action and creating simple steps to being productive, proactive, happy, and living a…
Exploring The State of Housing In Chicago During A Global Panademic
Sarah and I go deep into the state of the housing market in Chicago. We explore the unfavorable lending practices and often times bias underwriting standards toward Black & Brown future homeowners. We discuss ways in which NHS Chicago is helping current homeowners, future homeowners, and how they are holding financial institutions accountable for better…
Personal Stories Captured By Canadian Palette Knife Painter Nada Khatib
Are you wondering how the rest of the world deals with #COVID19, national civil unrest, and shifting their lives and professions to maintain normalcy? In a recent interview, I chat with Nada Khatib, a Canadian Artist, and Professional Palette Knife Painter on the stories she tells through the images she creates and a look at…
Black Women Who Dominate The Real Estate Industry: Meet Darlene Morris
I recently chatted with Darlene Morris a real estate influencer and community developer who is improving Chicago’s underserved communities one property at a time. Darlene has worked as a real estate consultant for the last 20 years in the Chicagoland area. Through her years of experience in the industry, she has helped to revitalized many…