Plan before you Leap: Ayala is building her part-time business while still working full-time in the financial services field.

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Monday, September 15th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | The Pastors With A Word | Ask The CLO | Entertainment News | Your Most Attractive Trait | Sista O'Dell | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Your New Boss" | Strawberry Letter - "His Past Won't Let Him Last" Parts 1-2 | Sports Talk With Junior | Social Media Advice | Halloween Ghost Candy | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

15 Syys 20251h 32min

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Friday, September 12th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "Your Wife Gave Me A Disease" | Ask The CLO | Entertainment News | Mistress Jumped On Husband In Charlotte | Roscoe Wallace | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "My Comb & Brush" | Strawberry Letter - "There's One Little Problem In The Relationship" Parts 1-2 | Sports Talk With Junior | Social Media Advice | Ready To Love Preview From Tommy | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Syys 20251h 32min

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Thursday, September 11th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "Your Daughter Bit My Son" | Ask The CLO | Entertainment News | Charlie Kirk | Remembering 9/11 | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Your Wife Gave Me A Disease" | Strawberry Letter - "A Little Poo Ran Off My Boo" Parts 1-2 | Sports Talk With Junior | Social Media Advice | Waffle House Story | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Syys 20251h 32min

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Wednesday, September 9th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "Tailgaters" | Ask The RTLO & Junior | Entertainment News | Sickle Cell Awareness Month | Music Trivia With Junior | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Your Daughter Bit My Son" | Strawberry Letter - "Numbers Don't Lie" Parts 1-2 | Sports Talk With Junior | Social Media Advice | NFL Talk | Would You Rather | MORE Would You RatherSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Syys 20251h 32min

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Tuesday, September 9th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "Make A Wish Ministry" | Ask The CLO | Entertainment News | Most Popular Birthday In America | Is Binge Watching Good For You? | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Tailgaters" | Strawberry Letter - "They're Not Really Related" Parts 1-2 | Sports Talk With Junior | Social Media Advice | Decisions - Shopping Anxiety | Would You Rather | Show Wrap UpSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Syys 20251h 23min

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Yahya Muhammad. Topic: Entrepreneurship, legacy, and community impact through his ice cream business, Shawn Michelle’s Homemade Ice Cream Yahya Muhammad shares his journey from tasting unforgettable homemade ice cream as a child to founding one of Chicago’s most beloved ice cream brands. His story is one of perseverance, cultural pride, and community service, rooted in faith and inspired by family and fraternity. 🎯 Purpose of the Interview Highlight Yahya’s entrepreneurial journey and the founding of Shawn Michelle’s Homemade Ice Cream. Inspire small business owners and creatives to pursue their passions despite obstacles. Showcase the importance of community engagement and mentorship. Celebrate Black excellence and cultural legacy through food and service. 🔑 Key Takeaways 🍨 The Origin Story Inspired by a woman selling homemade ice cream in Avalon Park, Chicago. Spent six years perfecting his own recipe. First flavor: Honey Cinnamon Graham Cracker “I had no idea it would take about six years to learn how to make it.” 🎓 Education & Influence Holds a Master’s in Sociology from Western Illinois University. Influenced by teachings of Elijah Muhammad and Minister Louis Farrakhan. Member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, which instilled discipline and perseverance. “I learned principles… immutable principles that I’ve been striving to apply.” 🚗 From Trunk to Storefront Started selling ice cream out of the trunk of his car in 1996. Grew from renting a room in a beauty salon to multiple storefronts. Now operates in Bronzeville, a historic Chicago neighborhood. “I didn’t even have a business license… I just believed.” 🏆 Signature Flavors Known for nostalgic, Southern-inspired flavors: Grandma’s Old-Fashioned Vanilla Banana Pudding Georgia Peach Cobbler Bourbon Butter Pecan Southern Black Walnut “Our goal is to take you right back down memory lane.” 💡 Business Philosophy Focuses on customer experience over product. Staff are trained as helpers, not just workers. Emphasizes service, quality, and pricing — but prioritizes service. “The food is not the number one thing. The number one thing is the service.” 🌍 Community Impact Grew up in an underserved area of Chicago. Hires from the community and mentors youth. Dedicated the business to his late sister, Shawn Michelle, who inspired his culinary journey. “I want to be a part of that inspiration… to give the baton to the next generation.” 📈 Expansion Plans Looking to expand to Atlanta, calling it “the Mecca.” Envisions taking the brand nationwide while maintaining its cultural and community roots. “The future of Shawn Michelle’s is to be national.” 💬 Memorable Quotes “Faith over fear — I believed, I committed, I accepted the challenge.” “You have to see something different to be something different.” “I don’t have workers. I have helpers.” “I want to be a part of that that helps give them a new idea.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Syys 202534min

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Monday, September 8th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | The Pastors | Ask The CLO | Entertainment News | What Is Shreking? | Sista O'Dekk | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Make A Wish Ministry" | Strawberry Letter - "On Campus, Clowning" Parts 1-2 | Sports Talk With Junior | Social Media Advice | Greek Life | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 Syys 20251h 32min

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Friday, September 5th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "Mobile Baptism" | Ask The CLO | Special Guests: 85 South Show - Chico Bean, Karlous Miller, & DC Young Fly Parts 1-3 | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Repass Chicken" | Strawberry Letter - "His Focus Is On Other Women" Parts 1-2 | Sports Talk With Junior | Social Media Advice | Ready To Love Update From Tommy | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 Syys 20251h 32min