PODCAST · business
BLAZE GROUP RADIO
by Casey Richardson
The world's dopest platform for Black female entrepreneurs.
Episodes
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Episode 122: Black Business Month Spotlights
We’re halfway through Black Business Month, and the stories being shared are nothing short of powerful. ✨ This week, I’m spotlighting several entrepreneurs who are courageously sharing their money stories — the pivots, the lessons, and the breakthroughs that come with building revenue-generating...
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Episode 121: Accounts Receivables Financing — Get Paid Before Your Customers Pay You
In this episode of Blaze Group Radio, we’re pulling back the curtain on a powerful yet under-discussed loan product for business owners: Accounts Receivables Financing. If you’ve ever sent an invoice with a future payment date — whether for a consulting retainer, wholesale order, or service...
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Episode 120: My (Money) Story — Black Business Month Celebration
In this week’s episode of Blaze Group Radio, we’re celebrating Black Business Month with our Tell Your (Money) Story series. I share my own story — growing up in a community where we sold World’s Finest Chocolate in elementary school to raise money for big field trips. Whether it was…
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Episode 119: This Overlooked Strategy Could Fund Your Next Launch
Today’s episode is a short but powerful look into a capital-raising strategy you might be overlooking: round-up contributions. Casey explores how entrepreneurs and finance innovators can unlock everyday dollars from their own communities — not through large checks or flashy fundraisers, but by...
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Episode 118: Why I’m Betting on Fintech for Founders and Funders
In today’s episode, Casey breaks down why financial technology (fintech) is important for entrepreneurs and funders alike. Whether you’re building a startup or building community funds, this episode will help you understand how fintech is creating new paths for financial freedom, flexibility, and...
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Episode 117: We're Headed to ESSENCE Festival!
We're headed to the 2025 ESSENCE Festival, and we want to see you there! Essence Festival in New Orleans is held every Fourth of July weekend. This year’s dates are Thursday, July 3 to Sunday, July 6, 2025. Daytime programming at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is completely free and open…
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Episode 116: 4 Clues Your Business Model Needs a Shift
Sales aren’t the full story. In this episode, Casey walks you through 4 clear signs that your business model may be broken — or simply overdue for a strategic upgrade. If you're making money but not keeping it, constantly stressed about cash, or stuck in a business that can’t run without you —…
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Episode 115: Manage Cash Burn Without Burning Out
This week, I’m helping the Blaze Community understand what cash burn actually is — and how to manage it like a pro. We cover: What “burn rate” means (and how to track it) The difference between gross and net burn Why your cash runway determines your survival window How to reduce your burn without...
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Episode 114: Pricing Strategy That Doesn’t Hurt You Later
This week, I’m helping the Blaze Community break free from underpricing traps and build pricing strategies rooted in real customer value. Too many small businesses price from a place of fear, not facts — and it shows up in margin stress, customer mismatch, and long-term burnout. In this episode…
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Episode 113: You're Not Behind — You're Becoming
This week's audio hug reminds you to learn from nature's intelligence. Pace yourself, allow yourself spaciousness to evolve, and surrender to possibility. Take a deep breath, tune in, and let’s grow together. 🌿 ______________ Resources to Support You: → Subscribe to the Weekly Newsletter: Get...
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Episode 112: Interest Free Funding
This week’s audio hug is about business funding that won’t break you. We explore an interest-free, zero-fee funding option — and why it’s so important to compare your choices before making financial decisions in seasons of pressure or desperation. Take a deep breath, tune in, and let’s grow...
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Episode 111: Family-Owned Business
This week’s audio hug is a love letter to family-owned businesses — the kind built with trust, grit, and generational vision, even if we didn’t always know to name it that way. Take a deep breath, tune in, and let’s grow together. 🌿 ______________ Resources to Support You: → Subscribe to the...
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Episode 110: Fearless Fund Lawsuit Gets Dismissed!
In this episode of Blaze Group Radio, we dive into the recent settlement of the Fearless Fund lawsuit and the implications that it has across political, funding, and business landscapes. Host Casey Ariel tells the story from the lens of the co-founder and CEO, Arian Simone - which is in stark...
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Episode 109: Leaders Must Be Cold in Finance
In this episode of Blaze Group Radio, we dive deep into the critical importance of financial acumen for entrepreneurs. Host Casey Ariel unpacks real-world examples of companies making major financial moves, highlighting the strategies that can make or break a business. Casey shares insights from...
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Episode 108: From Big Ideas to Fundable Projects
In this episode of Blaze Group Radio with Casey Ariel, we dive deep into the art of transforming big ideas into fundable projects. Join us as we explore practical steps to break down grand visions into manageable, investor-friendly initiatives. We’ll also discuss the crucial importance of…
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Episode 107: Strategies for Financial Leadership!
No more running from it -- to lead a company that stands the test of time, you must take command of your financial strategy. In this episode, Casey Ariel shares three practical financial strategies that will revolutionize how you approach financial needs in your business. This episode covers: -...
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Episode 106: Project 2025 Explained
In this episode, Casey explains the origins of Project 2025 and what it means for the upcoming presidential election. Listen in for helpful framing, vocabulary, and reference points that can be used to further educate your families, friends, and communities. We're in this together, Blazies! Be…
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Episode 105: Podcast Prayers to ESSENCE Fest Stages!
Hi, Blazies! Whew! I'm thrilled to be back with a new episode after taking a few months off to rejuvenate my mind, settle into home with my husband, and lead some important shifts in the business. On the 100th episode of Blaze Group Radio, I shared that I was intentionally speaking daily on the...
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Episode 104: Register for Our International Women's Day Event!
We invite you to celebrate International Women's Day with us this Friday, March 8th! Register now at BlazeWebinars.com. We can't wait to see you there. Event Details: Join BLAZE, Beauty & Brains Organization, and the National Black MBA Association - DC Chapter as we celebrate International…
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Episode 103: 34 Feels Like...
In today's episode, Casey shares vulnerable thoughts about the mental weight that she feels at 34 years old. Reflections include: The current genocide against Palestinians Desire for activism + mobilization of Black communities Existing as a multi-hyphenate and making space for my gifts…
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Episode 102: Black Women + Entrepreneurship
In today's episode, Casey leverages observations from Beyonce's recent hair care line drop to celebrate Black women's ingenuity across: Paying homage to our childhood roots Creating sanctuary + safety for our communities Leveraging our resources to build legacy Creating pathways to liberation in...
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Episode 101: Standing on Business
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey shares: Updates on how The Fearless Fund is being impacted by the litigation battle surrounding their grant program for Black women entrepreneurs...
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Episode 100: Faith Over Fear
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey is extremely ecstatic as she releases our 100th podcast episode! Themes include: How the podcast has evolved over time The importance of…
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Episode 99: Wellness Check-In
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey encourages listeners to scan their bodies, routines, and emotions to gauge overall health. If you're interested in getting away to Costa Rica in...
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Episode 98: What's the Data Saying?
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey reminds listeners to pay attention to data analytics so that they tailor their strategy in ways that prioritize what works. Casey gives examples of...
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Episode 97: Navigating Grief
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey shares that she's been navigating grief lately, after losing a best friend and sister-in-law suddenly. She encourages entrepreneurs to ensure they…
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Episode 96: Resiliency Around the "No"
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey talks about the importance of having a posture in business that allows us to continuously refine based on feedback. Reps are so important for the...
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Episode 95: Crowdfunding 101
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey shares: The benefits of crowdfunding in today's financial climate Tips for planning for your crowdfunding campaign The important elements for a...
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Episode 94: Funding Strategies
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey shares ten ways to fund your business venture and a few notable companies to receive help from. Be sure to download the Blaze Group app to tap into...
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Episode 93: The Cost of Holding On
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey unpacks: The sunk cost fallacy and what it means for businesses + entrepreneurs Examples of sunk costs and how to reframe those situations as…
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Episode 92: Sourcing Feedback
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey highlights: The joy of collectively celebrating our community during Black History Month! That the start of this new month is a great opportunity to...
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Episode 91: Risk-Reward Tradeoff
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey unpacks: How "risk-reward" tradeoff assessments can be used for important decision-making Practical applications of risk assessment in life and...
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Episode 90: Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey shares: Examples of ways that brands have distinguished themselves in the market by being exceptional at a specific solution A challenge to remain...
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Episode 89: Prioritizing Time to Think
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey encourages entrepreneurs to prioritize time to think. This may come with releasing false notions that simply thinking (without immediate action) is...
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Episode 88: Community is Medicine
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey speaks to the heart of Black women entrepreneurs who may be struggling with the practice of embracing community. She reminds us that we are worthy…
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Episode 87: Cash Flow is Key
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! On this episode, Casey: Defines cash flow in simple terms Share practical examples of how to prioritize cash flow in your business Reframes the act of getting a 9 to 5...
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Episode 86: Sustainability in Entrepreneurship
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! This episode offers an introspective prompt that can help Black women entrepreneurs explore what sustainability in entrepreneurship can look like for them. This exercise…
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Episode 85: Planning for Uncertainty
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey covers: Eight ways to proactively plan for uncertainty The concept of risk management in business Be sure to download the Blaze Group app to tap…
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Episode 84: Shifting Environments
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey covers: The difference between expectation and intention The importance of shifting environments to align with the changing complexities of our…
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Episode 83: Break Problems into Projects
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey covers: Taking the North Star vision and breaking it down into segments Establishing 3-5 objectives for the year Committing to routines and rituals...
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Episode 82: Healing Our Relationship With Time
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey explores: How toxic behaviors ate away her mind + body The dangers of treating side effects rather than root causes The importance of healing our...
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Episode 81: Hiring Mistakes
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In this episode, Casey unpacks some tough - but essential - concepts around hiring: Hire slow, fire fast Hire for skillsets, not people Break your dreams down into…
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Episode 80: Entrepreneurship Will Cost You Everything
Blaze Group Radio is a daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe now! In his episode, Casey gets vulnerable and talks about the real price of entrepreneurship. She also announces that we'll be accepting letters for the show! If you want to...
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Episode 79: The Fearless Fund Lawsuit + What is at Stake
Blaze Group Radio is the daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe! This episode covers: Context around the Fearless Fund lawsuit, which alleges discrimination in the grant program that benefits Black women entrepreneurs. What's at stake?...
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Episode 78: Happy December!
Blaze Group Radio is the daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe! This episode covers: Casey checks in after taking a few days off from the air to recover from a cold. Be well + rest during this cold season. We're sending love! Be sure to...
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Episode 77: Still is not Stagnant
Blaze Group Radio is the daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe! This episode covers: Ridding ourselves of white supremacy culture that deprives us of healthy pacing + rest. As founders, it is important to BELIEVE that simply thinking is...
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Episode 76: Stay in Rhythm this Holiday Season
Blaze Group Radio is the daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe! This episode covers: Sticking with the rhythm that keeps us balanced mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Be sure to download the Blaze Group app to tap into...
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Episode 75: Thank You, Blazies 🤎
Blaze Group Radio is the daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe! This episode covers: Deep gratitude for the Blaze Group community. Be sure to download the Blaze Group app to tap into our tech + lifestyle resources for Black women...
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Episode 74: Don't Give Up
Blaze Group Radio is the daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe! This episode covers: Encouragement for Black women entrepreneurs. Don't give up. Keep going, sis. Be sure to download the Blaze Group app to tap into our tech + lifestyle...
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Episode 73: $9 Healthcare Plans from Amazon
Blaze Group Radio is the daily source for morning affirmation, news, and insights for Black women entrepreneurs. Subscribe! This episode covers: $9 Healthcare plans are being offered by Amazon! After its acquisition of One Medical, Amazon Prime members can now receive healthcare for $9/month or...
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The world's dopest platform for Black female entrepreneurs.
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Casey Richardson
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