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Black Tech Green Money

Black Tech Green Money presents the stories of successful Black entrepreneurs and technologists, as well as actionable advice and wealth-building strategies from a Black perspective. Hosted by Will Lucas (@willlucas), an entrepreneur, content creator, and Brand Manager at AfroTech, the world's largest Black tech digital platform and conference, Black Tech Green Money is THE podcast for Black entrepreneurs and moguls in the making.

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  1. 348

    How Bold Entrepreneurs are Reimagining Hair Care with AI

    On this episode of Black Tech Green Money, we hear from industry titans Courtney Adeleye (The Mane Choice) and Monique Rodriguez (Mielle Organics) on navigating the controversial waters of acquisition and what it really takes to transition from a community favorite to a global powerhouse. Meanwhile, a new guard of tech-founders—Candace Mitchell (Myavana) and Dr. Tiffany St. Bernard (HairDays)—explain how they are training algorithms to diagnose scalp health and personalize care. And, Ciara Imani May (Rebundle) breaks down the chemistry of comfort, revealing how banana fiber is disrupting the toxic synthetic hair market. This is the business of beauty, engineered. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram at @willlucas Learn more at AfroTech.com https://instagram.com/afro.tech Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Leading through decisions necessary for survival, but humanly costly with Bryan Myers of [solidcore]

    Bryan Myers is President and CEO at [solidcore]. Will Lucas on SocialsInstagram: @willlucasTikTok: @willlucasceoFacebook: /wlucasii Black Tech Green MoneyInstagram: @blacktechgreenmoneyFacebook: /BlackTechGreenMoney Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. 346

    Health Is Wealth, Literally: Congresswoman Lauren Underwood on the Money Behind the Data

    Lauren Underwood is the U.S. Representative for Illinois's 14th District and, when she won in 2018 at 32, became the youngest Black woman ever elected to Congress. The direct line between a community's health and its ability to build and keep wealth, from the woman who built the Momnibus on receipts, not feelings. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. 345

    $50 Million, 200,000 Donors: How Stefanie Brown James Builds Black Political Power

    Stefanie Brown James is Co-Founder and Senior Advisor of The Collective, the largest network of organizations in the country dedicated to building Black political power. Through The Collective and its family of PACs and its education fund, she has helped raise more than $50 million from over 200,000 donors and helped 417 Black leaders win elected office. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 344

    Who Writes the Rules on AI? Inside the Room with Rep. Christian Menefee

    Christian Menefee is the U.S. Representative for Texas's 18th District in Houston. He now sits on the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. 343

    They're Destroying Books to Build AI

    Millions of books got scanned for AI training, then discarded. The real question isn't legal, it's civilizational. Will Lucas on the difference between information and history, why AI only knows what survived, and what we're letting disappear because we assumed somebody else would save it. He also has a new book out, Survive and Advance: Lessons on Living a Life Without Compromise, which is available now. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. 342

    What the Biggest Brands Think about Marketing, Consumers, and Culture with Derek Lewis, Former President at PepsiCo North America

    Derek Lewis is a strategic thought leader and transformational executive, and was the first-ever President of Multicultural Business and Equity Development at PepsiCo North America. He also has a new book out, Survive and Advance: Lessons on Living a Life Without Compromise, which is available now. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. 341

    How to not be a Black American in deep debt

    Carter Cofield and George Acheampong are financial experts behind Melanin Money, dedicated to helping Black entrepreneurs and professionals build lasting wealth. Together, they're building the #1 Financial Education Community Designed to serve aspiring Melanin Millionaires. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  9. 340

    Rep. Justin J. Pearson on Data Centers, Black Neighborhoods, Pollution, and Black Wealth

    Justin J. Pearson is the Tennessee State Representative for District 86 in Memphis, and famously stopped a billion-dollar oil pipeline as an organizer, got expelled from the statehouse as one of the "Tennessee Three" and won his seat right back, and is now going head-to-head with Elon Musk's xAI over the pollution it's putting on Black Memphis. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  10. 339

    How to Build your AI Board of Advisors

    Anyone you admire in business could be on your Board of Advisors. On this episode, I'm going to teach you how to get them. Key Topics AI-powered mentorship and advisory boards Historical mental models and practices (Napoleon Hill, Earl Nightingale) Building a personal board with four key roles Using transcripts and source material to deepen AI advice Levels of AI board setup: quick project, detailed knowledge base, full system Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  11. 338

    The Founder of CultureCon

    Imani Ellis is the founder of CultureCon & The Creative Collective Will Lucas on SocialsInstagram: @willlucasTikTok: @willlucasceoFacebook: /wlucasii Black Tech Green MoneyInstagram: @blacktechgreenmoneyFacebook: /BlackTechGreenMoney Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  12. 337

    Every Idea Feels Like a Million-Dollar Opportunity

    Most people think the hardest part of entrepreneurship is coming up with an idea. For a lot of founders today, that’s no longer the problem. The problem is deciding which ideas deserve your time. In this solo episode of Black Tech Green Money, Will Lucas explores what happens when every opportunity feels like it could be the next big thing. From software startups and media ventures to hospitality, real estate, and AI-powered products, Will shares the reality of navigating a growing portfolio of ideas while trying to stay focused on what matters most. Along the way, he examines the difference between ideas that excite you and ideas that align with your long-term vision, why AI has made starting projects easier than ever, and how judgment—not execution—may be becoming the most valuable skill in entrepreneurship. This is a candid conversation about focus, opportunity, decision-making, and the hidden cost of chasing too many good ideas. If you’ve ever found yourself asking, “Should I build this?” this episode is for you. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  13. 336

    I Built a Startup with AI. Here's What They Don't Tell You That Trips Most People Up

    Everyone is talking about how AI can help you build a company. Few people are talking about what happens after the AI starts writing the code. In this episode, Will Lucas takes you behind the scenes of building ICON, an on-demand photography marketplace, largely with the help of AI. From working in the wrong repository and rebuilding architecture, to broken app launches, failed notifications, customer-trust issues, and the constant cycle of two steps forward and four steps back, this is the honest version of what it looks like to build a real product in the age of AI. Along the way, Will shares what AI is genuinely great at, where it consistently falls short, why judgment may be the most valuable skill in the modern economy, and why the goal of a startup is never perfection, it’s getting to launch. If you’ve ever wondered whether AI is hype, opportunity, or something in between, this episode is for you. Links Mentioned in This Episode: ICON – https://ICONapp.co Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  14. 335

    Stop Looking for Startup Ideas. Start Looking for Problems.

    Most aspiring entrepreneurs think their biggest challenge is finding the perfect startup idea. In this solo episode of Black Tech Green Money, Will Lucas argues that the real challenge isn’t generating ideas, it’s learning how to recognize problems worth solving. Drawing from his experiences building CommPartHS and ICON, Will explores how successful businesses often emerge from observing inefficiencies, unmet needs, and overlooked opportunities hiding in plain sight. He breaks down why AI is a powerful tool but not a substitute for insight, how your current job or industry may be revealing business opportunities every day, and why entrepreneurs who develop the skill of observation will have a lasting advantage in the AI era. Links Mentioned in This Episode: ICON – https://ICONapp.co CommPartHS – https://Commparths.com Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  15. 334

    How to Monetize Cultural Influence with Omar Johnson

    Omar Johnson is the marketing genius who helped turn Beats by Dre from a $20 million startup into a $1.1 billion global icon, ultimately leading to its $3 billion acquisition by Apple. As the former Chief Marketing Officer at Beats by Dre and VP of Marketing at Apple, Omar has crafted some of the most legendary marketing campaigns in sports and music culture, working with icons like LeBron James, Chris Rock, and Eminem. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Community & Education in the world of AI with Tade Oyerinde of Campus.edu

    Tade Oyerinde is Chancellor at Campus.edu. Campus is on a mission to maximize access to a world-class education. A new kind of college, Campus offers accredited, career-focused degree programs to kickstart your education. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Health is True Wealth, Vanessa Rissetto of Culina Health

    Vanessa is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and the co-founder of Culina Health. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  18. 331

    John Hope Bryant of Operation HOPE on how to be a money magnet

    John Hope Bryant is an entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist, best known for his work in economic empowerment and financial literacy. He is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Operation HOPE, Inc., a nonprofit organization providing financial literacy and economic education to underserved communities. Bryant has been a vocal advocate for financial inclusion and has worked tirelessly to uplift communities through initiatives aimed at improving credit scores, increasing homeownership, and fostering entrepreneurship. In this episode of Black Tech Green Money, Bryant talks with AfroTech's Will Lucas about the nature of money, describing it as a "coward" that seeks safety and high returns. He emphasizes the importance of building relationship capital and the value of strategic partnerships. Bryant also discusses the misconceptions around debt, explaining the difference between good and bad debt, and highlights the importance of financial literacy as a new civil rights issue. He encourages listeners to think beyond making money to building wealth through investments in education, relationships, and smart financial strategies. The conversation underscores the need for a comprehensive business plan and the significance of creating scalable businesses to foster long-term economic growth in the Black community. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Taste Is the New Moat

    Will Lucas is the Brand Manager for AfroTech, and the Host and Producer of Black Tech Green Money podcast. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  20. 329

    The Future Shows Up Ugly First: What ‘Failed’ Tech Trends Actually Taught Us

    Will Lucas is the Brand Manager for AfroTech, and the Host and Producer of Black Tech Green Money podcast. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  21. 328

    AI Slop, Vibe-Coding, and the New Rules of Building

    Will Lucas is the Brand Manager for AfroTech, and the Host and Producer of Black Tech Green Money podcast. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  22. 327

    No Excuse Left, We Were Built For This Moment

    Will Lucas is the Brand Manager for AfroTech, and the Host and Producer of Black Tech Green Money podcast. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  23. 326

    How To Think About Money When You're The First One

    Will Lucas is the Brand Manager for AfroTech, and the Host and Producer of Black Tech Green Money podcast. In this episode, he discusses generational wealth-building and mindset shifts for April Financial Literacy Month. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  24. 325

    RAUD - Livestreaming and Youth Culture

    RAUD is a Twitch streamer with more than 2 million followers across channels, and more than 430k on Twitch. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  25. 324

    Advisor & Professor Anthony O'Neal on Taking Your Seat at The Money Table:

    Anthony O'Neal is  #1 national bestselling author who has helped over 250,000 people set out on a path towards a debt-free life with his chart-topping book Debt-Free Degree. He’s reached over 15 million people in 15 different countries through his podcast “The Table” where he always keeps it real, relevant, and relatable.  Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  26. 323

    Charles Hudson, Precursor Ventures

    Charles Hudson is the Managing Partner and Founder of Precursor Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm focused on investing in the first institutional round of investment for the most promising software and hardware companies. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  27. 322

    The Future of AI in Business: Insights from Cliff Worley

    Will Lucas hosts Cliff Worley, an AI expert, to explore the realities, opportunities, and challenges of AI in business and daily life. They discuss how to effectively leverage AI tools, the evolution of AI models, and practical tips for entrepreneurs and professionals. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  28. 321

    Jordyn Weaver on Black Brands and Influencer Impact

    Jordyn Weaver is the founder of Forefront, an Atlanta-based start-up, that’s on a mission to bring Black brands to the Forefront by connecting them with influencers who promote their products to millions on social media. She’s also a 2024 Black Ambition HBCU Grand Prize winner. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  29. 320

    James Norman and Sean Green of Black Ops VC

    James Norman is Managing Partner and Sean Green is General Partner of Black Ops VC. Will Lucas on SocialsInstagram: @willlucasTikTok: @willlucasceoFacebook: /wlucasii Black Tech Green MoneyInstagram: @blacktechgreenmoneyFacebook: /BlackTechGreenMoney Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  30. 319

    How To Turn Your Small Business Into an Ecosystem - This Is Where the Real Money Is

    In this episode, Will Lucas discusses the importance of shifting from a service-oriented mindset to a platform-oriented approach in business. He emphasizes that building a platform allows for greater leverage, scalability, and the ability to create demand rather than just fulfilling it. Through personal anecdotes and examples, he illustrates how entrepreneurs can transform their businesses by thinking bigger and creating ecosystems that benefit not only themselves but also their communities. The conversation covers practical steps for building platforms, the rise of freelancers, and the types of platforms that can be developed to achieve success. Takeaways If you are building a service, you're probably thinking too small. Service thinking is labor-centered; platform thinking is leverage-centered. Platform thinking separates your income from your hours. The power lies in controlling demand, not just talent. Building a container allows for multiple opportunities to flourish. Ecosystems compound and grow larger over time. Freelancers are on the rise, creating a need for platforms to organize them. You can build various types of platforms, including marketplaces and communities. Positioning is more important than having a large budget to start. Your small business doesn't have to stay small; it can evolve into a platform. Will Lucas on SocialsInstagram: @willlucasTikTok: @willlucasceoFacebook: /wlucasii Black Tech Green MoneyInstagram: @blacktechgreenmoneyFacebook: /BlackTechGreenMoney Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  31. 318

    Omi Bell of Black Girl Ventures on Structural Barriers to Scaling Companies with Under $1MM in Revenue

    Omi Bell is CEO of Black Girl Ventures Will Lucas on SocialsInstagram: @willlucasTikTok: @willlucasceoFacebook: /wlucasii Black Tech Green MoneyInstagram: @blacktechgreenmoneyFacebook: /BlackTechGreenMoney Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  32. 317

    Morgan DeBaun, AfroTech Founder talks HealthStack

    Morgan DeBaun is the Founder and CEO of Blavity and AfroTech.  Introducing, HealthStack Conference. Uniting health systems, pharma, tech, and AI startups to showcase real-world tech. Will Lucas on SocialsInstagram: @willlucasTikTok: @willlucasceoFacebook: /wlucasii Black Tech Green MoneyInstagram: @blacktechgreenmoneyFacebook: /BlackTechGreenMoney Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Bryan Myers of [solidcore]

    Bryan Myers is President and CEO at [solidcore]. Will Lucas on SocialsInstagram: @willlucasTikTok: @willlucasceoFacebook: /wlucasii Black Tech Green MoneyInstagram: @blacktechgreenmoneyFacebook: /BlackTechGreenMoney Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  34. 315

    Dr. Jabaris Swain, Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Director-Innovation, MedTech at Johnson & Johnson

    Dr. Jabaris Swain is Director-Innovation, MedTech at Johnson & Johnson, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Wharton MBA, and Harvard MPH. Will Lucas on SocialsInstagram: @willlucasTikTok: @willlucasceoFacebook: /wlucasii Black Tech Green MoneyInstagram: @blacktechgreenmoneyFacebook: /BlackTechGreenMoney Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  35. 314

    10 AI Predictions for 2026

    Will Lucas is the Brand Manager for AfroTech, and the Host and Producer for Black Tech Green Money podcast. Will Lucas on SocialsInstagram: @willlucasTikTok: @willlucasceoFacebook: /wlucasii Black Tech Green MoneyInstagram: @blacktechgreenmoneyFacebook: /BlackTechGreenMoney Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  36. 313

    Imani Ellis of CultureCon & The Creative Collective

    Imani Ellis is the founder of CultureCon & The Creative Collective Will Lucas on SocialsInstagram: @willlucasTikTok: @willlucasceoFacebook: /wlucasii Black Tech Green MoneyInstagram: @blacktechgreenmoneyFacebook: /BlackTechGreenMoney Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  37. 312

    🎊 NEW YEARS REWIND // Using LinkedIn for Personal Branding

    🎊 NEW YEARS REWIND // Jamé Jackson is a community manager at LinkedIn, helping thousands of professionals amplify their voices and build their personal brands. But that’s just her 9-to-5. As the founder of TheBlondeMisfit and Misfit Creative Media, she’s an award-winning journalist, actor, and content creator who’s turned her side hustle into a global brand. On this episode, Jamé shares how Black representation in media is evolving, why creators need to protect their contributions, and how AI is shaping the future of storytelling. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    🎄 HOLIDAY REWIND // Megan Holston-Alexander, Cultural Leadership Fund at a16z

    🎄 HOLIDAY REWIND // Megan Holston-Alexander is a partner at Andreessen Horowitz where she leads the Cultural Leadership Fund (CLF), Silicon Valley’s first venture capital fund consisting exclusively of Black cultural leaders and organizations committed to Black wealth generation. Megan oversees CLF’s dual missions of connecting the world’s greatest cultural leaders including athletes, entertainers, musicians and C-level executives, to the best new technology companies and engaging and elevating African Americans in the technology industry. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Beyond 4C: How AI is Rewriting the Hair Typing System

    On this episode of Black Tech Green Money, we strip away the packaging to reveal the hard science and high-stakes finance powering the Black hair revolution. The days of "kitchen chemists" are evolving into an era of AI-driven diagnostics and nine-figure exits. Will Lucas sits down with the architects of this shift to answer the trillion-dollar question: Can you scale a culturally rooted brand without losing its soul? We hear from industry titans Courtney Adeleye (The Mane Choice) and Monique Rodriguez (Mielle Organics) on navigating the controversial waters of acquisition and what it really takes to transition from a community favorite to a global powerhouse. Meanwhile, a new guard of tech-founders—Candace Mitchell (Myavana) and Dr. Tiffany St. Bernard (HairDays)—explain how they are training algorithms to diagnose scalp health and personalize care. And, Ciara Imani May (Rebundle) breaks down the chemistry of comfort, revealing how banana fiber is disrupting the toxic synthetic hair market. This is the business of beauty, engineered. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram at @willlucas Learn more at AfroTech.com https://instagram.com/afro.tech Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  40. 309

    The Business of Play: eSports, Betting, and Infrastructure

    On this episode, we explore the collision of sports culture, high-stakes finance, and the digital frontier. We move past the scoreboard to look at the business of being an athlete in the modern era—from the "identity economy" where virtual skins hold as much weight as vintage sneakers, to the brutal reality of the "Jock Tax" and the pressure to save everyone back home. This conversation redefines what it means to build a legacy, shifting the focus from simply making money to mastering the systems that preserve it. Features: Kai Bond (Courtside VC) explains the billion-dollar shift in how Gen Z defines ownership; NFL linebacker Jaylon Smith and business manager Michael Edo get real about financial literacy and overcoming the "Savior Complex"; Tyrre Burks (Player's Health) shares how he leveraged athletic resilience to disrupt the insurance industry; and NBA star Terance Mann joins Julian Aikens (W3 Sports) to discuss navigating the volatility of Web3. Tune in for a masterclass on how the discipline of sport translates into the language of equity and innovation. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram at @willlucas Learn more at AfroTech.com https://instagram.com/afro.tech Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  41. 308

    Best Of: Ryan Wilson, The Gathering Spot

    REWIND // Ryan Wilson is Co-Founder and CEO of The Gathering Spot, a private membership club deeply rooted in community & culture. The Gathering Spot has clubs in Atlanta, DC & LA, and communities in NYC, Chicago, Charlotte, Detroit & Houston. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  42. 307

    Carter Cofield & George Acheampong of Melanin Money

    REWIND // Carter Cofield and George Acheampong are financial experts behind Melanin Money, dedicated to helping Black entrepreneurs and professionals build lasting wealth. Together, they're building the #1 Financial Education Community Designed to serve aspiring Melanin Millionaires. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  43. 306

    Fonz Morris of Netflix

    Throwback Episode as we're ramping back up post AfroTech. Fonz Morris is Lead Product Designer, Global Conversion at Netflix. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Tyrre Burks of Player's Health

    Throwback Episode as we're at AfroTech this week. Tyrre Burks is Founder and CEO at Player's Health Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  45. 304

    Value Over Vanity: Thai Randolph on Winning Brand Deals Without Big Follower Counts

    Thai Randolph is co-founder and former CEO of HARTBEAT, and led the merger of Kevin Hart’s entertainment companies into a $650 million media empire. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  46. 303

    AI Where It Helps: Grading, QA, and 24/7 Tutoring—Not Replacing Professors

    Tade Oyerinde is Chancellor at Campus.edu. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    When AI Becomes Your Therapist — Nina Westbrook Sounds the Alarm

    Nina Westbrook is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, entrepreneur, and Founder of Nebbi app. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Viral on a “Bad Android”: Why Production Value Matters Less Than Presence

    Nicky Saunders, Content Strategist at Deeper Than The Brand, and is best known for scaling motivational speaker Eric Thomas’s online community from 300K to 2M. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram at @willlucas Learn more at AfroTech.com https://instagram.com/afro.tech Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    Who Gets Equity? The Creator Double Standard Isaac Hayes Wants to End

    Isaac Hayes III is Founder and CEO at Fanbase. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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    White-Label AI for Luxury: The KPIs That Matter (Personalization, Fewer Returns, More Sales)

    John Imah is Co-Founder and CEO at SpreeAI, an AI-driven company transforming the future of fashion and e-commerce with our photorealistic try-on technology. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram: @willlucas Follow Black Tech Green Money: @blacktechgreenmoney, @btgmpodcast Learn more at AfroTech.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Black Tech Green Money presents the stories of successful Black entrepreneurs and technologists, as well as actionable advice and wealth-building strategies from a Black perspective. Hosted by Will Lucas (@willlucas), an entrepreneur, content creator, and Brand Manager at AfroTech, the world's largest Black tech digital platform and conference, Black Tech Green Money is THE podcast for Black entrepreneurs and moguls in the making.

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