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Benefits: explain how Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) really works.

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Daily Inspiration: The Steve Harvey Morning Show
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Jun 13, 2026
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Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio , Apple Podcasts , Spotify , www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Leonard S. Graham. Social Security disability advocate, Leonard S. Graham joined Rushion McDonald on Money Making Conversations Master Class to explain how Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) really work, who qualifies, and how misconceptions prevent people—especially within the Black community—from receiving benefits they are legally entitled to. Graham has over 35 years of experience assisting clients nationwide with disability claims, appeals, and hearings. The conversation sheds light on the disability process, eligibility, the appeals system, the role of advocates vs. attorneys, and the importance of education, honesty, and persistence in navigating Social Security. 🎯 Purpose of the Interview The interview aims to: Educate listeners on Social Security disability benefits, including eligibility, filing, and appeals. Debunk common myths, such as the belief disability is only for seniors. Explain SSDI vs. SSI, work credits, resource limits, and Medicare connections. Highlight the importance of advocacy, especially for underserved communities unfamiliar with the system. Encourage individuals not to fear or stigmatize applyi…