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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Karimah McFarlane.
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
To explore Karimah McFarlane’s multifaceted journey—from her corporate leadership roles at Google and Workday to becoming the owner of Buckhead Art & Company—and to inspire others to embrace change, pursue entrepreneurship, and understand the value of art as a tool for wealth-building and cultural empowerment.
🧭 Key Takeaways 1. Corporate Career & Tech Leadership
Karimah has 20+ years in Human Resources, specializing in mergers and acquisitions.
At Google, she supported AI and Pixel teams as a People Business Partner, despite initially thinking the recruiter’s call was spam.
Currently at Workday, she partners with the Chief Revenue Officer to build high-performing sales teams and develop leadership pipelines.
2. Navigating Change & Cultural Shifts
Transitioned from the East Coast (DMV area) to the Bay Area, facing cultural adjustments (e.g., lack of familiar foods, hair products).
Found support through Delta Sigma Theta sorority and Black Googlers Network.
Emphasized the importance of embracing discomfort and new experiences for personal and professional growth.
3. HR as a Strategic Asset
HR is more than hiring/firing—it’s about scaling businesses, developing talent, and preventing legal issues.
Small businesses often undervalue HR until a crisis occurs.
HR should be seen as a strategic partner on leadership teams.
4. Art as Wealth, Culture & Healing
Karimah owns Buckhead Art & Company, the only art gallery in Buckhead, Atlanta.
Inspired by her exposure to art investment at Google and her role in selecting art for corporate spaces.
Advocates for marginalized artists by helping them with branding, IP protection, and business structure.
5. Making Art Accessible
The gallery focuses on beginner and mid-level collectors, offering education and approachable experiences.
Offers virtual consultations, art fairs, and community events to demystify art buying.
Emphasizes the emotional, cultural, and financial value of art.
6. Recognition & Impact
Buckhead Art & Company was named Best Art Gallery in Georgia (2023 & 2024).
Uses her platform to educate, empower, and elevate artists and collectors alike.
Promotes artist development through storytelling, branding, and business mentorship.
💬 Notable Quotes
“Empowerment is figuring out what you do best and using your talent to help others.”
“Don’t shy away from opportunities that give you insights and experiences.”
“HR helps you scale your organization—it’s not just about hiring and firing.”
“Art has always been at the forefront of royalty, wealth, and education.”
“We specialize in humans. When you walk into our gallery, you are equal.”
“You don’t have to win an Oscar to be a great actor. Same with art—you don’t need a traditional path to be successful.”
🔗 Connect with Karimah McFarlane
Gallery: Buckhead Art & Company
YouTube: Buckhead Art & Company
Instagram: @buckheadartandcompany
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Jacque Rushin & Robyn Donaldson.
ROBYN DONALDSON & JACKIE RUSHIN
🎙️ Podcast Overview
The episode commemorates the legacy of Dr. Gladys B. West, a pioneering mathematician whose calculations led to the creation of GPS. Together, the guests discuss how her story ties into the mission of Juneteenth, the importance of STEM education, and their newly launched Westward Bound life and STEM skills program.
📚 About Dr. Gladys B. West
• Legacy: Mathematician and GPS pioneer
• Era: Born in 1930, came of age during segregation
• Alma Mater: Virginia State University (HBCU), later earned a PhD
• Recognition: Often called a “living hidden figure”—though not featured in the Hidden Figures film
• Current Home: Fredericksburg, VA
📘 Books Discussed
• It Began With a Dream: Dr. West’s memoir, chronicling her life from sharecropping roots to GPS trailblazer
• Westward Bound: A curriculum-based program developed by Dunson and Rushing inspired by Dr. West’s principles
💡 Key Themes & Insights
• Juneteenth Connection: The delayed recognition of Dr. West mirrors the delayed liberation of enslaved Black Americans
• STEM Equity: Many students aren’t underperforming—they’re underexposed. The Westward Bound program seeks to close that gap
• Mental Health & Tech: While Dr. West helped pioneer GPS, she herself still uses maps to keep her mind sharp—a warning about over-reliance on tech
• AI & Overconsumption: Dr. Rushin draws attention to how misuse of AI and technology can impair critical thinking and mental wellness
• STEM as Liberation: STEM exposure is not just about careers—it’s a path to freedom, agency, and long-term resilience
🎓 About Westward Bound
• Mission: Teach not just hard skills (STEM) but soul skills—endurance, vision, self-awareness, and purpose
• Framework: Uses the acronym W.E.S.T. (Wisdom, Endurance, Strategy, Tracking)
• Audience: Underserved communities, students, adults in transition, entrepreneurs
• Access: Currently partnering with colleges, camps, and educational programs nationwide
🔁 Personal Journeys
• Dr. Jacque Rushin: A humanitarian, mental health expert, and curriculum developer who fuses wellness and educational development
• Robyn Donaldson: A global STEM advocate and 2025 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. She discovered Dr. West’s book and launched the movement to amplify her story
📣 Call to Action
Listeners are encouraged to include Dr. Gladys West in Juneteenth programming, integrate It Began With a Dream into school libraries, and explore the Westward Bound program as a tool for transformative education. Visit stemxposure.org or call (813) 990‑7700 for more info. #best
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed T. Dallas Smith.
Founder and CEO of T. Dallas Smith & Company, the largest African American-owned pure tenant rep commercial real estate firm in the U.S. The discussion focused on mentorship, breaking barriers in real estate, and transformative community development.
🔑 Key Themes & Highlights
Breaking Barriers in Commercial Real Estate
Smith shared his journey as a trailblazer in commercial real estate, overcoming industry challenges as a Black entrepreneur.
He emphasized the importance of representation and mentorship in helping minorities enter the field.
Transformative Community Development
His firm is focused on revitalizing marginalized communities through strategic real estate investments.
He discussed the impact of Microsoft’s land acquisition near Bankhead Highway, which has led to new development opportunities.
Mentorship & Leadership Growth
Smith launched the Wisdom Circle, a mentorship initiative to educate young professionals about commercial real estate.
He believes that exposure is key to increasing diversity in the industry.
Atlanta’s Commercial Real Estate Boom
As President of the Atlanta Commercial Board of REALTORS®, Smith highlighted the $47.6 billion in transactions completed by its members.
He stressed that brokers play a crucial role in shaping urban development.
📘 About T. Dallas Smith
Dallas Smith is a visionary leader in commercial real estate, dedicated to mentorship, community uplift, and industry transformation. His firm specializes in tenant representation, office space, industrial facilities, and land acquisitions.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Johnny Lynum.
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
To share Johnny Lynum’s journey from military service to becoming a successful real estate investor and wealth advisor, and to educate listeners on building generational wealth through real estate, financial literacy, and strategic investing.
🗝️ Key Takeaways 1. Military Background & Transition
Johnny Lynum is a retired Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Air Force, with 20 years of service as a developmental engineer and intelligence officer.
His military career provided discipline and structure, but his passion for entrepreneurship led him to real estate investing.
2. Real Estate Journey
Started with a VA loan to buy his first property.
Built a portfolio of 115 doors worth over $10 million, primarily in Panama City, Florida and Montgomery, Alabama.
Leveraged his knowledge and connections to invest remotely while living in Northern Virginia.
3. Investment Philosophy
Real estate is a tangible, relatable investment.
Emphasizes leverage—using other people’s money to control larger assets.
Advocates for buying back time through passive income strategies tailored to different life stages (30s, 40s, 50s).
Encourages strategic investing and not just chasing instant gratification.
4. Books & Education
Author of: Millionaire Real Estate Success Strategies: What They Forgot to Teach You in School
Upcoming: The Financial Security Blueprint – focuses on biblical principles, alternative investments, and building lasting wealth.

Offers free downloads of his book via johnnylynam.com/newbook.
5. Faith & Legacy
Strong emphasis on faith and service.
Inspired by his mother’s legacy planning and life insurance setup for her grandchildren.
Focused on building generational wealth and educating his children and others.
6. Tax-Smart Investing
Discusses strategies like bonus depreciation, oil and gas investments, and self-directed IRAs to minimize tax liabilities.
Encourages understanding the IRS tax code to identify government-incentivized investment areas.
7. Building a Brand
Active on LinkedIn, YouTube Shorts, and Facebook.
Partnered with LinkedIn to create real estate content.
Promotes financial literacy and faith-based wealth building.
💬 Notable Quotes
“I had to go from broke Johnny to woke Johnny.”
“You don’t have to be an expert at everything, but you can be the leader in the room.”
“My God is a God of abundance.”
“Real estate became my vehicle and my pathway to building wealth.”
“You’re a blessing to your blessing.” — on generational wealth.
“Success leaves clues.”
“You have to take that leap of faith and take that action.”
📌 Final Thoughts
Johnny Lynum’s story is a powerful example of how discipline, faith, and strategic action can transform lives. His journey from humble beginnings and military service to building a multimillion-dollar real estate empire is both inspiring and instructive. He emphasizes the importance of education, mentorship, and legacy, making this interview a masterclass in wealth creation and purposeful living.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kenneth Chester
🧾 Overall Purpose of the Interview
The interview is designed to educate, inspire, and empower listeners—especially entrepreneurs and communities of color—around technology, entrepreneurship, and economic opportunity.
It serves three main purposes:
Demystify emerging technologies (AI, electric vehicles, mobility)
Encourage entrepreneurship and self-starting behavior
Advocate for greater access to knowledge and participation in tech among Black communities
Chester’s role is that of a translator and motivator, turning complex topics into actionable insight while challenging limiting beliefs.
🎯 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. Mindset: “Evolve or Die”
Chester emphasizes that adaptability is essential for survival and success.
Resistance to change leads to stagnation and missed opportunity.
👉 Takeaway:
Success comes from continuous learning and embracing change, especially in fast-moving fields like tech.
2. Entrepreneurship Requires Overcoming “But”
Chester identifies the most dangerous word in entrepreneurship:“but.”
People often block themselves with excuses (lack of time, money, connections).
👉 Takeaways:
Start before you feel ready.
Your first customer validates your idea.
Growth is incremental: 1 → 2 → 5 → 10 customers.
3. Technology as Opportunity (Not Threat) Focus areas:
Artificial intelligence (AI)
Electric vehicles (EVs)
Autonomous vehicles
Chester reframes technology as:
A tool for empowerment, not replacement
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, especially for underserved communities
👉 Takeaways:
AI lowers barriers (no coding required, often free)
EVs are driven by economics and efficiency, not just climate concerns
Understanding tech = controlling your future
4. Information Access Gap in Black Communities
Chester highlights a major issue: lack of access to tech information in Black media spaces
Ironically, he receives more support from non-Black (even conservative) platforms
👉 Takeaways:
The issue is not capability—it’s distribution and exposure
Communities must actively seek and share knowledge
5. AI as a Transformational Equalizer
Chester strongly argues:
AI is comparable to literacy in earlier eras
Avoiding it is like refusing education 100 years ago
👉 Takeaways:
AI can: Create new careers quickly (3–6 months training)
Increase independence and income

All that’s required is: Time
Curiosity
Access (libraries included)

6. Simplifying Tech for the Masses
Chester intentionally avoids over-complication
He positions himself as**“tech-aware,” not overly technical**
👉 Takeaway:
Effective communication = meeting people where they are
Education works best when it is practical and digestible
7. Structural & Environmental Awareness
The discussion expands into:
Infrastructure inequality
Energy systems (solar, EVs, grid stress)
Urban planning disparities
👉 Takeaway: Understanding tech and mobility helps people:
Anticipate societal shifts
Avoid becoming victims of those shifts
💬 Notable Quotes On resilience and adversity
“We’ve always been under attack… You can choose to be a victim or make the most of it.”
On growth and adaptability
“You either evolve or die, period.”
On entrepreneurship
“‘But’ stops so many phenomenal ideas.”
“If you can sell to one person… you can sell to ten.”
On uniqueness and value creation
“Nobody can tell it like you… the world deserves to see it.”
On AI opportunity
“AI represents a once in a lifetime opportunity… you have the world at your fingertips.”
“All you need is time.”
On fear vs action
“If you wait for it… it’s like standing in the street waiting for a dump truck.”
🧠 Bottom-Line Insights
Mindset beats circumstance: Success requires action despite limitations
Technology is leverage: Those who embrace it early gain advantage
Access to knowledge is critical: Communities must actively seek and share information
AI is the new literacy: Ignoring it risks being left behind
Entrepreneurship starts small: Validation begins with one customer
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