{"podcast":{"title":"Money Making Conversations Master Class","slug":"money-making-conversations-master-class-991829","podcast_index_feed_id":991829,"rss_url":"https://www.omnycontent.com/d/playlist/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/b1db7263-d1a3-4d00-8976-af62012aab44/35a10561-3e1b-4d05-a529-af62012aab6a/podcast.rss","website_url":"https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-money-making-conversation-28341098/","image_url":"https://www.omnycontent.com/d/programs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/b1db7263-d1a3-4d00-8976-af62012aab44/image.jpg?t=1739488379&size=Large","author":"Rushion McDonald","episode_count":1564,"summary":"Hi, this is Rushion McDonald. Welcome to the podcast world of Money Making Conversations Master Class. I interview profits and nonprofits to learn their \"Secrets to Success.\" I'm a former IBM Executive with a degree in Mathematics. I started my entrepreneurial career as a stand-up comic, then became a sitcom writer, award-winning baker, social media influencer, award-winning television Executive Producer, and brand architect for super-successful celebrities and products. Money Making Conversations Master Class interviews a diverse group of celebrities, entrepreneurs, and influencers in the financial and business community with their advice and tips so you can be successful, too. It's time to stop reading other people's success stories and start building your own. People always talk about their purpose or gifts. If you have a gift, Lead with your Gift, and don't let your friends, family, or co-workers stop you from planning or living your dream. Keep Winning! https://www.moneymakingconversations.com https://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversations https://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/ https://twitter.com/moneymakingconv https://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversation…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-25T10:20:55.204275+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/money-making-conversations-master-class-991829"},"episode":{"title":"Inspiration: 24-year-old developing new hotel properties in Tupelo, MS and Nashville, TN.","slug":"inspiration-24-year-old-developing-new-hotel-properties-in-tupelo-ms-and-nashville-tn","published_at":"2026-06-30T08:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/money-making-conversations-master-class-991829/inspiration-24-year-old-developing-new-hotel-properties-in-tupelo-ms-and-nashville-tn","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/money-making-conversations-master-class-991829","url":"https://omny.fm/shows/money-making-conversations-master-class-1/inspiration-24-year-old-developing-new-hotel-properties-in-tupelo-ms-and-nashville-tn","audio_url":"https://podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/traffic.omny.fm/d/clips/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/b1db7263-d1a3-4d00-8976-af62012aab44/99c83c67-e779-4f21-b5a6-b47700e2e84f/audio.mp3?utm_source=Podcast&in_playlist=35a10561-3e1b-4d05-a529-af62012aab6a","summary":"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 Dr. Isaiah Tatum. A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner: 🎯 Purpose of the Interview The interview showcases Dr. Isaiah Tatum’s extraordinary journey from homelessness to becoming a venture capitalist , hotel developer , and touring saxophonist . It aims to inspire young entrepreneurs by highlighting the importance of faith, planning, mentorship, and financial literacy . 🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Early Passion for Music Began playing saxophone at age 10. Influenced by legends like Kenny G, Curtis Mayfield, and Aretha Franklin. Practiced obsessively, leading to proficiency and touring opportunities. Maintains a strong connection to music despite business ventures. “I couldn’t wait to get home and play… I practiced six hours a day.” — Isaiah Tatum 2. Entrepreneurial Drive & Financial Literacy Overcame homelessness and used that experience to fuel ambition. Became an equity investor in Jazz Pharmaceuticals at 18. Invested in real estate and hotel development with a focus on recession-proof models. “I didn’t want to be an artist who had to stay on tour to maintain. 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