In this episode, John sits down with Tim Crockett — Chief Risk and Security Officer at Operation HOPE and former British Special Forces operator. From rowing 2,400 miles across the Pacific with his son, to recovering Osama bin Laden’s video library in Afghanistan, Tim’s life is a masterclass in resilience, risk management, and quiet strength. Together, they explore how protecting what you build — whether wealth, reputation, or family — is just as important as creating it. Discover the deep connections between security, mental health, financial stability, and the discipline required to not only survive, but thrive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Money & Wealth: Reviving the American Dream w/ Michael Milken
In this special episode of Money and Wealth, John Hope Bryant sits down with legendary financier and philanthropist Michael Milken to explore the future of the American Dream. Together, they discuss the power of access to capital, the role of entrepreneurship in creating opportunity, and the importance of education, healthcare, and financial literacy as pillars of upward mobility. From Milken’s groundbreaking work in high-yield finance to his global impact on medical research and his new Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream, this conversation is both inspiring and practical. Tune in for insights on inclusive capitalism, economic mobility, and how we can renew hope and opportunity for generations to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Why Mindset Is Money & Wealth
In this episode, John steps away from the usual topics of business, real estate, and investments to deliver a candid truth: mindset is the foundation of wealth. Drawing from decades of experience, he breaks down why arrogance, bravado, and chasing appearances will never replace humility, wisdom, resilience, and discipline. John challenges listeners—especially ambitious young entrepreneurs—to stop talking, start listening, and build the quiet confidence that sustains real success. This isn’t about looking rich—it’s about becoming wealthy, from the inside out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How to Start a Business
In this episode, John takes listeners back to the basics—how to actually start a business. Too often, even highly educated and successful people confuse self-employment with building a scalable enterprise. John breaks down the difference between a hustle and a business you can grow, monetize, and eventually sell. He outlines the step-by-step process of turning an idea into a real business, from mindset and research to structure, branding, and scaling. Whether you’re considering a side hustle, dreaming of launching a startup, or ready to grow beyond self-employment, this episode delivers a masterclass in entrepreneurship and wealth-building.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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From Hustle to Holdings: Turning Street Smarts Into Generational Wealth
In this episode, John breaks down how the same skills that fuel the hustle can be transformed into legitimate businesses and lasting wealth. From the street corner to the corner office, he shares personal stories, real-world examples, and practical steps to shift from survival mode into strategy, ownership, and legacy. Whether you’ve hustled to make ends meet, juggled multiple jobs, or simply wanted to turn your grind into growth, this episode offers a blueprint to flip street smarts into generational wealth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Hope Bryant- successful entrepreneur, executive and philanthropist –will dispense his trademark ‘Straight Talk’ lessons on developing a wealth-building mindset, specifically how the Black community never got “the memo” on money – essentially how to survive and thrive in a free enterprise system.
While often provocative, Bryant will unpack the issues of the day, along with practical advice on how listeners will not only improve their current financial position, but learn how to grow and create personal wealth for themselves and their families.
Episodes will mostly feature Bryant speaking directly to the audience, with occasional guests ranging from “person on the street” interviews with inspirational individuals Bryant encounters in his travels around the world, or from his network of some of world’s most extraordinary people.
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