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Making A Difference: A trailblazing media executive at Harper’s Bazaar, Ebony, Honey Magazine, and digital platforms like BET and The Grio.

Brand Building: From Detroit projects to Hollywood, she inspires readers to embrace their authentic selves.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Loni Love.

Emmy Award-winning comedian, actress, and author. The conversation centers around her memoir, I Tried to Change So You Don’t Have To, and offers a rich blend of personal storytelling, cultural insight, and motivational wisdom.


📘 About the Memoir

Title: I Tried to Change So You Don’t Have To
Tone: Comedic, honest, emotional, and empowering
Purpose: To share Loni’s journey from the Detroit projects to Hollywood, while inspiring readers to embrace their authentic selves.


🌟 Key Themes & Highlights 🏙️ Early Life & Upbringing

  • Grew up in the Brewster Projects in Detroit.
  • Raised by a strong community of Black women, including her mother, babysitter Miss Brooks (a Jehovah’s Witness), and other influential women like her Girl Scout leader and Miss Fever.
  • Emphasizes the importance of the “village” in shaping her values and resilience.

🎓 Education & HBCU Experience

  • Attended Prairie View A&M University (an HBCU), where she joined Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.
  • Credits her college experience and sorority sisters for bailing her out of jail during a pivotal moment in her youth.
  • Studied electrical engineering and later worked at General Motors before transitioning into entertainment.

😂 Humor & Hardship

  • The memoir balances levity with serious topics like racism, wrongful arrest, and self-doubt.
  • Chapter 8, where she’s thrown in jail for trespassing, is highlighted as both hilarious and eye-opening.
  • Each chapter ends with a joke to bring levity to even the darkest moments.

💪 Empowerment & Mentorship

  • Encourages readers to trust themselves and not conform to others’ expectations.
  • Discusses the importance of mentorship and how someone saw potential in her beyond her factory job.
  • Shares how Rushion McDonald personally mentored her during a difficult time in her TV career.

🎭 Career & Creativity

  • Talks about her journey into comedy, acting, and co-hosting The Real.
  • Reflects on her first film role in Soul Plane and the realities of the entertainment industry.
  • Advocates for journaling and documenting personal history, especially for Black voices.

💬 Memorable Quotes

  • “This is a love letter to my fans.”
  • “If you feel hopeless, if you need some inspiration… understand that you are from a strong stock of people.”
  • “We have to share our stories to show them the experiences that we've come through.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making A Difference: A trailblazing media executive at Harper’s Bazaar, Ebony, Honey Magazine, and digital platforms like BET and The Grio.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Amy DuBois Barnett.

 


📝 Summary of the Interview

Amy DuBois Barnett, a trailblazing media executive and author, joined Rushion McDonald to discuss her career, her upcoming debut novel If I Ruled the World, and her insights on success, authenticity, and navigating the evolving media landscape. The conversation covered her historic role as the first Black woman to helm a major mainstream U.S. magazine, her experiences in media and publishing, the importance of Black voices, and her journey toward becoming a novelist.


🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Career Milestones & Legacy

  • Amy made history as the first Black woman editor-in-chief of a major mainstream U.S. magazine (Teen People).
  • She held leadership roles at Harper’s Bazaar, Ebony, Honey Magazine, and digital platforms like BET and The Grio.
  • Her editorial style focused on humanizing success, sharing personal stories and lessons rather than just promoting content.

2. New Novel: If I Ruled the World

  • Set in late 1990s/early 2000s New York, the novel follows Nikki, a woman navigating the fashion and music magazine world.
  • Themes include misogyny in hip hop, professional ambition, friendship, and self-discovery.
  • The title is inspired by the Nas and Lauryn Hill song, and Lauryn Hill was the first cover of Honey Magazine under Amy’s leadership.
  • Amy envisions the novel as a TV series, and is actively working toward that goal.

3. Importance of Preorders

  • Preorders are critical for debut novelists to hit bestseller lists.
  • All preorders count toward first-week sales, which are essential for making lists like the New York Times Bestseller.

4. Authenticity & Black Media

  • Amy emphasized the need for authentic Black voices in media, especially in today’s political climate.
  • She praised independent platforms and figures like Roland Martin, Joy Reid, and Don Lemon for maintaining integrity.

5. Success Principles

  • Success requires more than talent—it’s about energy, attitude, collaboration, and kindness.
  • She highlighted the importance of networking through genuine relationships, not just transactional exchanges.
  • Believing in oneself is essential: “The universe will not give you an opportunity that you don’t think you deserve.”

6. Pivoting & Resilience

  • Amy’s career involved multiple pivots—from finance to fashion to media.
  • She stressed the importance of recognizing when to pivot and manifesting goals through vision and hard work.

7. Print vs. Digital Media

  • Print magazines offer permanence and thoughtful journalism, while digital media provides speed and volume.
  • She misses the visual artistry of print, like cover shoots and fashion spreads.

8. Personal Notes

  • Amy’s son is a music producer and DJ, studying at Drexel University.
  • Rushion and Amy have a long-standing friendship dating back to 2012, when she was at Ebony and he was producing the Steve Harvey show.

💬 Notable Quotes

  • “You have to believe that you deserve all of the opportunity.”
  • “Networking is not about handing out business cards. It’s about building relationships.”
  • “Magazines have a permanence that made you incredibly careful.”
  • “I’m manifesting big things.”
  • “We are out here flawed and just trying to find success, love, and fulfillment like everyone else.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brand Building: From Detroit projects to Hollywood, she inspires readers to embrace their authentic selves.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Loni Love.

Emmy Award-winning comedian, actress, and author. The conversation centers around her memoir, I Tried to Change So You Don’t Have To, and offers a rich blend of personal storytelling, cultural insight, and motivational wisdom.


📘 About the Memoir

Title: I Tried to Change So You Don’t Have To
Tone: Comedic, honest, emotional, and empowering
Purpose: To share Loni’s journey from the Detroit projects to Hollywood, while inspiring readers to embrace their authentic selves.


🌟 Key Themes & Highlights 🏙️ Early Life & Upbringing

  • Grew up in the Brewster Projects in Detroit.
  • Raised by a strong community of Black women, including her mother, babysitter Miss Brooks (a Jehovah’s Witness), and other influential women like her Girl Scout leader and Miss Fever.
  • Emphasizes the importance of the “village” in shaping her values and resilience.

🎓 Education & HBCU Experience

  • Attended Prairie View A&M University (an HBCU), where she joined Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.
  • Credits her college experience and sorority sisters for bailing her out of jail during a pivotal moment in her youth.
  • Studied electrical engineering and later worked at General Motors before transitioning into entertainment.

😂 Humor & Hardship

  • The memoir balances levity with serious topics like racism, wrongful arrest, and self-doubt.
  • Chapter 8, where she’s thrown in jail for trespassing, is highlighted as both hilarious and eye-opening.
  • Each chapter ends with a joke to bring levity to even the darkest moments.

💪 Empowerment & Mentorship

  • Encourages readers to trust themselves and not conform to others’ expectations.
  • Discusses the importance of mentorship and how someone saw potential in her beyond her factory job.
  • Shares how Rushion McDonald personally mentored her during a difficult time in her TV career.

🎭 Career & Creativity

  • Talks about her journey into comedy, acting, and co-hosting The Real.
  • Reflects on her first film role in Soul Plane and the realities of the entertainment industry.
  • Advocates for journaling and documenting personal history, especially for Black voices.

💬 Memorable Quotes

  • “This is a love letter to my fans.”
  • “If you feel hopeless, if you need some inspiration… understand that you are from a strong stock of people.”
  • “We have to share our stories to show them the experiences that we've come through.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Making A Difference: A trailblazing media executive at Harper’s Bazaar, Ebony, Honey Magazine, and digital platforms like BET and The Grio.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Amy DuBois Barnett.

 


📝 Summary of the Interview

Amy DuBois Barnett, a trailblazing media executive and author, joined Rushion McDonald to discuss her career, her upcoming debut novel If I Ruled the World, and her insights on success, authenticity, and navigating the evolving media landscape. The conversation covered her historic role as the first Black woman to helm a major mainstream U.S. magazine, her experiences in media and publishing, the importance of Black voices, and her journey toward becoming a novelist.


🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Career Milestones & Legacy

  • Amy made history as the first Black woman editor-in-chief of a major mainstream U.S. magazine (Teen People).
  • She held leadership roles at Harper’s Bazaar, Ebony, Honey Magazine, and digital platforms like BET and The Grio.
  • Her editorial style focused on humanizing success, sharing personal stories and lessons rather than just promoting content.

2. New Novel: If I Ruled the World

  • Set in late 1990s/early 2000s New York, the novel follows Nikki, a woman navigating the fashion and music magazine world.
  • Themes include misogyny in hip hop, professional ambition, friendship, and self-discovery.
  • The title is inspired by the Nas and Lauryn Hill song, and Lauryn Hill was the first cover of Honey Magazine under Amy’s leadership.
  • Amy envisions the novel as a TV series, and is actively working toward that goal.

3. Importance of Preorders

  • Preorders are critical for debut novelists to hit bestseller lists.
  • All preorders count toward first-week sales, which are essential for making lists like the New York Times Bestseller.

4. Authenticity & Black Media

  • Amy emphasized the need for authentic Black voices in media, especially in today’s political climate.
  • She praised independent platforms and figures like Roland Martin, Joy Reid, and Don Lemon for maintaining integrity.

5. Success Principles

  • Success requires more than talent—it’s about energy, attitude, collaboration, and kindness.
  • She highlighted the importance of networking through genuine relationships, not just transactional exchanges.
  • Believing in oneself is essential: “The universe will not give you an opportunity that you don’t think you deserve.”

6. Pivoting & Resilience

  • Amy’s career involved multiple pivots—from finance to fashion to media.
  • She stressed the importance of recognizing when to pivot and manifesting goals through vision and hard work.

7. Print vs. Digital Media

  • Print magazines offer permanence and thoughtful journalism, while digital media provides speed and volume.
  • She misses the visual artistry of print, like cover shoots and fashion spreads.

8. Personal Notes

  • Amy’s son is a music producer and DJ, studying at Drexel University.
  • Rushion and Amy have a long-standing friendship dating back to 2012, when she was at Ebony and he was producing the Steve Harvey show.

💬 Notable Quotes

  • “You have to believe that you deserve all of the opportunity.”
  • “Networking is not about handing out business cards. It’s about building relationships.”
  • “Magazines have a permanence that made you incredibly careful.”
  • “I’m manifesting big things.”
  • “We are out here flawed and just trying to find success, love, and fulfillment like everyone else.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brand Building: From Detroit projects to Hollywood, she inspires readers to embrace their authentic selves.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Loni Love.

Emmy Award-winning comedian, actress, and author. The conversation centers around her memoir, I Tried to Change So You Don’t Have To, and offers a rich blend of personal storytelling, cultural insight, and motivational wisdom.


📘 About the Memoir

Title: I Tried to Change So You Don’t Have To
Tone: Comedic, honest, emotional, and empowering
Purpose: To share Loni’s journey from the Detroit projects to Hollywood, while inspiring readers to embrace their authentic selves.


🌟 Key Themes & Highlights 🏙️ Early Life & Upbringing

  • Grew up in the Brewster Projects in Detroit.
  • Raised by a strong community of Black women, including her mother, babysitter Miss Brooks (a Jehovah’s Witness), and other influential women like her Girl Scout leader and Miss Fever.
  • Emphasizes the importance of the “village” in shaping her values and resilience.

🎓 Education & HBCU Experience

  • Attended Prairie View A&M University (an HBCU), where she joined Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.
  • Credits her college experience and sorority sisters for bailing her out of jail during a pivotal moment in her youth.
  • Studied electrical engineering and later worked at General Motors before transitioning into entertainment.

😂 Humor & Hardship

  • The memoir balances levity with serious topics like racism, wrongful arrest, and self-doubt.
  • Chapter 8, where she’s thrown in jail for trespassing, is highlighted as both hilarious and eye-opening.
  • Each chapter ends with a joke to bring levity to even the darkest moments.

💪 Empowerment & Mentorship

  • Encourages readers to trust themselves and not conform to others’ expectations.
  • Discusses the importance of mentorship and how someone saw potential in her beyond her factory job.
  • Shares how Rushion McDonald personally mentored her during a difficult time in her TV career.

🎭 Career & Creativity

  • Talks about her journey into comedy, acting, and co-hosting The Real.
  • Reflects on her first film role in Soul Plane and the realities of the entertainment industry.
  • Advocates for journaling and documenting personal history, especially for Black voices.

💬 Memorable Quotes

  • “This is a love letter to my fans.”
  • “If you feel hopeless, if you need some inspiration… understand that you are from a strong stock of people.”
  • “We have to share our stories to show them the experiences that we've come through.”

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keep Winning Info #1 - Tips to help you get pay raises and job promotions

In 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class.

 


🔑 Core Message: Understanding Your Value Proposition

Rushion emphasizes the importance of knowing your value proposition—both in your career and personal life. He defines it as:

A declarative statement that explains what makes you unique, why you're the best choice, and what justifies your advancement or compensation.


🧠 Key Concepts & Lessons 1. Value Proposition in Career

  • Without a clear value proposition, you risk being overlooked for promotions and raises.
  • Employers need to know what you want and what you bring to the table.
  • Rashawn shares his own experience at IBM, where not knowing his value proposition led to stagnation until he clarified his goals.

2. The PLAN Framework

Rushion introduces a motivational acronym for success:

  • P – Prepare
  • L – Learn
  • A – Adjust
  • N – Navigate

This framework is essential for setting goals and achieving success.

3. "Why Not Me?" Mindset

  • Encourages listeners to challenge self-doubt and embrace their potential.
  • This phrase is meant to be a daily affirmation to inspire action and confidence.

4. Avoiding Negativity

  • Rashawn warns against surrounding yourself with negative people who gossip or discourage ambition.
  • Instead, seek out like-minded individuals who support growth.

5. Age Is Not a Barrier

  • Success is not limited by age—whether you're 19 or 65, it's never too late to define your value and pursue your goals.

📌 Notable Quotes

  • “You can't be successful unless you have a plan.”
  • “Don't wait around for an opportunity. Just do it.”
  • “Your greatness can be achieved by your own personal effort.”

#BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keep Winning Info #1 - Tips to help you get pay raises and job promotions

In 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class.

 


🔑 Core Message: Understanding Your Value Proposition

Rushion emphasizes the importance of knowing your value proposition—both in your career and personal life. He defines it as:

A declarative statement that explains what makes you unique, why you're the best choice, and what justifies your advancement or compensation.


🧠 Key Concepts & Lessons 1. Value Proposition in Career

  • Without a clear value proposition, you risk being overlooked for promotions and raises.
  • Employers need to know what you want and what you bring to the table.
  • Rashawn shares his own experience at IBM, where not knowing his value proposition led to stagnation until he clarified his goals.

2. The PLAN Framework

Rushion introduces a motivational acronym for success:

  • P – Prepare
  • L – Learn
  • A – Adjust
  • N – Navigate

This framework is essential for setting goals and achieving success.

3. "Why Not Me?" Mindset

  • Encourages listeners to challenge self-doubt and embrace their potential.
  • This phrase is meant to be a daily affirmation to inspire action and confidence.

4. Avoiding Negativity

  • Rashawn warns against surrounding yourself with negative people who gossip or discourage ambition.
  • Instead, seek out like-minded individuals who support growth.

5. Age Is Not a Barrier

  • Success is not limited by age—whether you're 19 or 65, it's never too late to define your value and pursue your goals.

📌 Notable Quotes

  • “You can't be successful unless you have a plan.”
  • “Don't wait around for an opportunity. Just do it.”
  • “Your greatness can be achieved by your own personal effort.”

#BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keep Winning Info #1 - Tips to help you get pay raises and job promotions

In 2017, two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald launched his podcast, Money Making Conversations Master Class.

 


🔑 Core Message: Understanding Your Value Proposition

Rushion emphasizes the importance of knowing your value proposition—both in your career and personal life. He defines it as:

A declarative statement that explains what makes you unique, why you're the best choice, and what justifies your advancement or compensation.


🧠 Key Concepts & Lessons 1. Value Proposition in Career

  • Without a clear value proposition, you risk being overlooked for promotions and raises.
  • Employers need to know what you want and what you bring to the table.
  • Rashawn shares his own experience at IBM, where not knowing his value proposition led to stagnation until he clarified his goals.

2. The PLAN Framework

Rushion introduces a motivational acronym for success:

  • P – Prepare
  • L – Learn
  • A – Adjust
  • N – Navigate

This framework is essential for setting goals and achieving success.

3. "Why Not Me?" Mindset

  • Encourages listeners to challenge self-doubt and embrace their potential.
  • This phrase is meant to be a daily affirmation to inspire action and confidence.

4. Avoiding Negativity

  • Rashawn warns against surrounding yourself with negative people who gossip or discourage ambition.
  • Instead, seek out like-minded individuals who support growth.

5. Age Is Not a Barrier

  • Success is not limited by age—whether you're 19 or 65, it's never too late to define your value and pursue your goals.

📌 Notable Quotes

  • “You can't be successful unless you have a plan.”
  • “Don't wait around for an opportunity. Just do it.”
  • “Your greatness can be achieved by your own personal effort.”

#BEST

#STRAW

#SHMS

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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