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Uplift: He was sentenced to life in prison but kept his faith and now saves lives with his business.
Uplift: He was sentenced to life in prison but kept his faith and now saves lives with his business.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominique Leonard.
Founder of Jus' Free, a parole package provider. Here are some key highlights and themes from the conversation:
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. From Incarceration to Inspiration
- Dominique Leonard was sentenced to life in prison for a non-aggravated robbery.
- He discovered that “life” sentences can vary, and his was eligible for parole after 5.5 to 6 years.
- He was denied parole initially, which led him to take control of his own legal journey.
2. Birth of “Jus' Free”
- After being denied parole, Dominique created his own parole package with the help of his family.
- He realized many inmates are unaware of how they are presented to the parole board.
- This inspired him to found Jus' Free, a service that helps inmates humanize themselves through custom parole packages.
3. Faith, Family, and Redemption
- Dominique credits his faith and family for his transformation.
- He emphasizes that making a bad decision doesn’t make someone a bad person.
- His story is a testament to second chances and the power of self-advocacy.
4. Entrepreneurial Journey
- After release, he started with humble jobs and gradually built Just Free into a business.
- He took a paralegal course to deepen his legal knowledge.
- He began by contacting inmates directly and now boasts an 82% success rate in helping clients secure parole.
5. Impact and Legacy
- Dominique’s work not only helps inmates but also supports their families.
- His story is a reminder of the importance of empathy, support systems, and believing in redemption.
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Uplift: He was sentenced to life in prison but kept his faith and now saves lives with his business.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dominique Leonard.
Founder of Jus' Free, a parole package provider. Here are some key highlights and themes from the conversation:
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways 1. From Incarceration to Inspiration
- Dominique Leonard was sentenced to life in prison for a non-aggravated robbery.
- He discovered that “life” sentences can vary, and his was eligible for parole after 5.5 to 6 years.
- He was denied parole initially, which led him to take control of his own legal journey.
2. Birth of “Jus' Free”
- After being denied parole, Dominique created his own parole package with the help of his family.
- He realized many inmates are unaware of how they are presented to the parole board.
- This inspired him to found Jus' Free, a service that helps inmates humanize themselves through custom parole packages.
3. Faith, Family, and Redemption
- Dominique credits his faith and family for his transformation.
- He emphasizes that making a bad decision doesn’t make someone a bad person.
- His story is a testament to second chances and the power of self-advocacy.
4. Entrepreneurial Journey
- After release, he started with humble jobs and gradually built Just Free into a business.
- He took a paralegal course to deepen his legal knowledge.
- He began by contacting inmates directly and now boasts an 82% success rate in helping clients secure parole.
5. Impact and Legacy
- Dominique’s work not only helps inmates but also supports their families.
- His story is a reminder of the importance of empathy, support systems, and believing in redemption.
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST
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Building Your Brand: He overcame legal hurdles and rejected skepticism from both Black and white industry professionals.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cedric Walker.
Founder of the UniverSoul Circus, shares his journey from producing gospel plays to creating a globally recognized, culturally rich circus experience. He discusses the inspiration behind the circus, the challenges he faced, the importance of representation, and the evolution of the show. The conversation emphasizes family entertainment, cultural authenticity, and global talent development.
🧭 Key Points 1. Origins and Vision
- Cedric began in gospel theater, producing plays that reflected real-life challenges in the Black community.
- Inspired by the power of theater to reflect culture, he envisioned a circus that celebrated African-American heritage and family unity.
2. Challenges and Breakthroughs
- Faced skepticism from both Black and white industry professionals.
- Overcame legal hurdles with Universal Studios by renaming the circus to UniverSoul Circus.
- Maintained his original vision despite pressure to conform.
3. Cultural Representation
- The circus was designed to be inclusive and multigenerational, with acts that resonate across age groups and backgrounds.
- Emphasized showcasing Black excellence in performance arts, from aerialists to unicyclists.
4. Global Talent and Training
- Talent is sourced globally from Ethiopia, Cuba, China, and the Caribbean.
- Performers undergo 4–5 years of training before appearing under the big top.
- Ethiopia is now a leading source of Black circus performers.
5. Evolution of the Show
- Transitioned away from animal acts due to changing laws and ethics.
- Integrated Afrobeats, hip-hop, and global dance styles to reflect evolving cultural trends.
- The show is described as a “family reunion under the big top.”
💬 Notable Quotes
“The idea was to create something where a father, mother, daughter, and grandson could all sit together and enjoy the show.”
“We wanted to uplift and celebrate the positive achievements and cultural contributions of African-Americans.”
“Everything you see under the big top is curated—it takes 4 to 5 years before an act hits our stage.”
“Ethiopia is leading the world in producing Black circus performers.”
“It’s like a family reunion under the big top.”
“We’re not going after any specific audience—we’re going after the world.”
“UniverSoul Circus starts on time. Don’t be late—you’ll miss something great.”
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMI
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Business Advice: Discussing multiple streams of income, business structure and dealing with adversity.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mela Lovett.
A serial entrepreneur with multiple businesses including:
-
- Landscaping (Family Lawn Services)
- Mortgage lending (commercial and residential)
- Business consulting (especially on proper business structuring)
🌱 Entrepreneurial Journey
- Mela and her husband transitioned from retail management jobs (Walgreens and Walmart) to starting their own lawn care business.
- The motivation was to build generational wealth and leave a legacy for their children.
- They faced major setbacks, including the theft of their truck and equipment, but persevered and rebuilt.
🧘 Mental Health & Meditation
- Mila emphasizes the importance of mental health, especially for entrepreneurs.
- She shares her experience with postpartum depression and how meditation and journaling helped her heal and manage stress.
- She advocates for taking time to decompress and reset, especially when overwhelmed.
🌿 Lawn Care Insights
- Mila explains the difference between lawn maintenance and landscaping.
- She stresses the importance of quality work and customer trust.
- Rashawn shares a humorous but cautionary tale about hiring an unqualified landscaper who ruined his hedges.
💡 Business Advice
- Mela encourages:
- Multiple streams of income
- Proper business structure
- Resilience in the face of adversity
- She highlights the importance of reputation and referrals in growing a service-based business.
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST
Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Building Your Brand: He overcame legal hurdles and rejected skepticism from both Black and white industry professionals.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cedric Walker.
Founder of the UniverSoul Circus, shares his journey from producing gospel plays to creating a globally recognized, culturally rich circus experience. He discusses the inspiration behind the circus, the challenges he faced, the importance of representation, and the evolution of the show. The conversation emphasizes family entertainment, cultural authenticity, and global talent development.
🧭 Key Points 1. Origins and Vision
- Cedric began in gospel theater, producing plays that reflected real-life challenges in the Black community.
- Inspired by the power of theater to reflect culture, he envisioned a circus that celebrated African-American heritage and family unity.
2. Challenges and Breakthroughs
- Faced skepticism from both Black and white industry professionals.
- Overcame legal hurdles with Universal Studios by renaming the circus to UniverSoul Circus.
- Maintained his original vision despite pressure to conform.
3. Cultural Representation
- The circus was designed to be inclusive and multigenerational, with acts that resonate across age groups and backgrounds.
- Emphasized showcasing Black excellence in performance arts, from aerialists to unicyclists.
4. Global Talent and Training
- Talent is sourced globally from Ethiopia, Cuba, China, and the Caribbean.
- Performers undergo 4–5 years of training before appearing under the big top.
- Ethiopia is now a leading source of Black circus performers.
5. Evolution of the Show
- Transitioned away from animal acts due to changing laws and ethics.
- Integrated Afrobeats, hip-hop, and global dance styles to reflect evolving cultural trends.
- The show is described as a “family reunion under the big top.”
💬 Notable Quotes
“The idea was to create something where a father, mother, daughter, and grandson could all sit together and enjoy the show.”
“We wanted to uplift and celebrate the positive achievements and cultural contributions of African-Americans.”
“Everything you see under the big top is curated—it takes 4 to 5 years before an act hits our stage.”
“Ethiopia is leading the world in producing Black circus performers.”
“It’s like a family reunion under the big top.”
“We’re not going after any specific audience—we’re going after the world.”
“UniverSoul Circus starts on time. Don’t be late—you’ll miss something great.”
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMI
Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Business Advice: Discussing multiple streams of income, business structure and dealing with adversity.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mela Lovett.
A serial entrepreneur with multiple businesses including:
-
- Landscaping (Family Lawn Services)
- Mortgage lending (commercial and residential)
- Business consulting (especially on proper business structuring)
🌱 Entrepreneurial Journey
- Mela and her husband transitioned from retail management jobs (Walgreens and Walmart) to starting their own lawn care business.
- The motivation was to build generational wealth and leave a legacy for their children.
- They faced major setbacks, including the theft of their truck and equipment, but persevered and rebuilt.
🧘 Mental Health & Meditation
- Mila emphasizes the importance of mental health, especially for entrepreneurs.
- She shares her experience with postpartum depression and how meditation and journaling helped her heal and manage stress.
- She advocates for taking time to decompress and reset, especially when overwhelmed.
🌿 Lawn Care Insights
- Mila explains the difference between lawn maintenance and landscaping.
- She stresses the importance of quality work and customer trust.
- Rashawn shares a humorous but cautionary tale about hiring an unqualified landscaper who ruined his hedges.
💡 Business Advice
- Mela encourages:
- Multiple streams of income
- Proper business structure
- Resilience in the face of adversity
- She highlights the importance of reputation and referrals in growing a service-based business.
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST
Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Building Your Brand: He overcame legal hurdles and rejected skepticism from both Black and white industry professionals.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cedric Walker.
Founder of the UniverSoul Circus, shares his journey from producing gospel plays to creating a globally recognized, culturally rich circus experience. He discusses the inspiration behind the circus, the challenges he faced, the importance of representation, and the evolution of the show. The conversation emphasizes family entertainment, cultural authenticity, and global talent development.
🧭 Key Points 1. Origins and Vision
- Cedric began in gospel theater, producing plays that reflected real-life challenges in the Black community.
- Inspired by the power of theater to reflect culture, he envisioned a circus that celebrated African-American heritage and family unity.
2. Challenges and Breakthroughs
- Faced skepticism from both Black and white industry professionals.
- Overcame legal hurdles with Universal Studios by renaming the circus to UniverSoul Circus.
- Maintained his original vision despite pressure to conform.
3. Cultural Representation
- The circus was designed to be inclusive and multigenerational, with acts that resonate across age groups and backgrounds.
- Emphasized showcasing Black excellence in performance arts, from aerialists to unicyclists.
4. Global Talent and Training
- Talent is sourced globally from Ethiopia, Cuba, China, and the Caribbean.
- Performers undergo 4–5 years of training before appearing under the big top.
- Ethiopia is now a leading source of Black circus performers.
5. Evolution of the Show
- Transitioned away from animal acts due to changing laws and ethics.
- Integrated Afrobeats, hip-hop, and global dance styles to reflect evolving cultural trends.
- The show is described as a “family reunion under the big top.”
💬 Notable Quotes
“The idea was to create something where a father, mother, daughter, and grandson could all sit together and enjoy the show.”
“We wanted to uplift and celebrate the positive achievements and cultural contributions of African-Americans.”
“Everything you see under the big top is curated—it takes 4 to 5 years before an act hits our stage.”
“Ethiopia is leading the world in producing Black circus performers.”
“It’s like a family reunion under the big top.”
“We’re not going after any specific audience—we’re going after the world.”
“UniverSoul Circus starts on time. Don’t be late—you’ll miss something great.”
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMI
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Business Advice: Discussing multiple streams of income, business structure and dealing with adversity.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Mela Lovett.
A serial entrepreneur with multiple businesses including:
-
- Landscaping (Family Lawn Services)
- Mortgage lending (commercial and residential)
- Business consulting (especially on proper business structuring)
🌱 Entrepreneurial Journey
- Mela and her husband transitioned from retail management jobs (Walgreens and Walmart) to starting their own lawn care business.
- The motivation was to build generational wealth and leave a legacy for their children.
- They faced major setbacks, including the theft of their truck and equipment, but persevered and rebuilt.
🧘 Mental Health & Meditation
- Mila emphasizes the importance of mental health, especially for entrepreneurs.
- She shares her experience with postpartum depression and how meditation and journaling helped her heal and manage stress.
- She advocates for taking time to decompress and reset, especially when overwhelmed.
🌿 Lawn Care Insights
- Mila explains the difference between lawn maintenance and landscaping.
- She stresses the importance of quality work and customer trust.
- Rashawn shares a humorous but cautionary tale about hiring an unqualified landscaper who ruined his hedges.
💡 Business Advice
- Mela encourages:
- Multiple streams of income
- Proper business structure
- Resilience in the face of adversity
- She highlights the importance of reputation and referrals in growing a service-based business.
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Building Your Brand: He overcame legal hurdles and rejected skepticism from both Black and white industry professionals.
Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cedric Walker.
Founder of the UniverSoul Circus, shares his journey from producing gospel plays to creating a globally recognized, culturally rich circus experience. He discusses the inspiration behind the circus, the challenges he faced, the importance of representation, and the evolution of the show. The conversation emphasizes family entertainment, cultural authenticity, and global talent development.
🧭 Key Points 1. Origins and Vision
- Cedric began in gospel theater, producing plays that reflected real-life challenges in the Black community.
- Inspired by the power of theater to reflect culture, he envisioned a circus that celebrated African-American heritage and family unity.
2. Challenges and Breakthroughs
- Faced skepticism from both Black and white industry professionals.
- Overcame legal hurdles with Universal Studios by renaming the circus to UniverSoul Circus.
- Maintained his original vision despite pressure to conform.
3. Cultural Representation
- The circus was designed to be inclusive and multigenerational, with acts that resonate across age groups and backgrounds.
- Emphasized showcasing Black excellence in performance arts, from aerialists to unicyclists.
4. Global Talent and Training
- Talent is sourced globally from Ethiopia, Cuba, China, and the Caribbean.
- Performers undergo 4–5 years of training before appearing under the big top.
- Ethiopia is now a leading source of Black circus performers.
5. Evolution of the Show
- Transitioned away from animal acts due to changing laws and ethics.
- Integrated Afrobeats, hip-hop, and global dance styles to reflect evolving cultural trends.
- The show is described as a “family reunion under the big top.”
💬 Notable Quotes
“The idea was to create something where a father, mother, daughter, and grandson could all sit together and enjoy the show.”
“We wanted to uplift and celebrate the positive achievements and cultural contributions of African-Americans.”
“Everything you see under the big top is curated—it takes 4 to 5 years before an act hits our stage.”
“Ethiopia is leading the world in producing Black circus performers.”
“It’s like a family reunion under the big top.”
“We’re not going after any specific audience—we’re going after the world.”
“UniverSoul Circus starts on time. Don’t be late—you’ll miss something great.”
#SHMS #STRAW #BEST #AMI
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.