8AM: Supporting Local Businesses and Dr. Derek Harriell’s Journey to a NYT Bestseller (Hour 2)

The second hour opens with “What the Business Is,” giving local entrepreneurs a platform to promote their work and highlighting the importance of consistent community support. Homer and Dame continue leaning into positivity by encouraging listeners to uplift Milwaukee success stories and celebrate local talent. That energy carries into a meaningful in-studio interview with Milwaukee native and New York Times bestselling author Dr. Derek Harriell. He shares his journey from early influences in music and storytelling to becoming a respected poet, professor, and writer. Harriell reflects on how Milwaukee shaped his voice and how his passion for words evolved into a successful career. The conversation continues as Harriell discusses his collaboration with 2 Chainz on The Voice in My Head Is God, detailing how the partnership came together and the creative process behind the book. He highlights the importance of authenticity, shared experiences, and storytelling, offering insight into what helped the project resonate and become a bestseller.