Follow Your Passion: Former USC track star, turned education attorney and now filmmaker, discusses new “Love the Skin You’re In”

The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Friday, December 12th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "Surrogate Mother" | Ask The CLO | What Workers Look Forward to Over the Holidays | Last Date to Break Before the Holidays| Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Diva Lounge" | Strawberry Letter - "So What I Burned a Few Things" Parts 1-2 | Who Are You Gonna Regret Inviting Over for the Holidays | Social Media Advice | Eat Out or Shopping | Would You Rather | Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Gerron Duhon. Purpose of the Interview The conversation aimed to: Highlight the importance of financial literacy for young adults. Share Jerron Duhon’s personal journey from Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Yale University and into holistic financial planning. Promote his book “The Purpose of Paper”, which focuses on building generational wealth and breaking harmful financial habits. Key Takeaways Personal Journey & Identity Shift Jerron used football as a “meal ticket” to escape his hometown, but a concussion ended his athletic career, causing an identity crisis. He pivoted toward financial education and wealth creation, emphasizing long-term planning. Misconceptions About Wealth Many young adults believe wealth comes quickly through gambling, sports betting, or flashy investments. Social media fuels the desire to display wealth rather than build wealth, leading to poor financial decisions. Financial Habits & Framework Jerron introduced his AIMS framework: Awareness: Know your current financial state. Intention: Set clear goals and reverse-engineer steps. Mindset Change: Focus on future self, not old habits. Systems: Automate savings and investments to reduce reliance on willpower. Faith and Finance Connection Principles like self-control, patience, and hope—fruits of the spirit—are essential for financial discipline. “Faith without works is dead” applies to money: belief must be paired with action. Generational Wealth Gerron stresses taking ownership of your financial future rather than leaving the burden to your children. Investing should be strategic and long-term, not like playing the lottery. Practical Advice Start small but consistent (e.g., $150/month). Use modern tools like Robinhood for stock investing. Shift from being a consumer to an owner (invest in companies you use). Notable Quotes “Football was my meal ticket… but I realized I didn’t dream far enough.” “We connect our financial decisions to display wealth instead of to build wealth.” “Faith without works is dead—just like in finances.” “Are you going to be the one that changes your generation, or will you leave that pressure on your children?” “Good advice is timeless.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Cheryl McKissack Daniel. Topic: Legacy, resilience, and entrepreneurship of the McKissack family, as detailed in the book The Black Family Who Built America. Cheryl shares the powerful story of her family's 230-year legacy in architecture and construction, making McKissack & McKissack the oldest minority woman-owned professional design and construction firm in the U.S. The conversation explores themes of generational resilience, Black excellence, business strategy, and personal growth. 🎯 Purpose of the Interview Highlight the McKissack family’s historical and cultural impact on American infrastructure and Black entrepreneurship. Promote the book The Black Family Who Built America as a record of legacy and inspiration. Inspire small business owners and entrepreneurs with lessons on perseverance, succession planning, and self-identity. Address the importance of preserving Black history in the face of cultural erasure. 🔑 Key Takeaways 🏗️ Legacy & Impact McKissack & McKissack has contributed to major U.S. infrastructure projects like: Barclays Center JFK Terminal One LaGuardia Airport Penn Station Lincoln Financial Field “We are the fifth generation. Right. And we're Black in America.” 📚 Historical Significance The family legacy began with Moses McKissack, who was enslaved and later became a builder. Cheryl’s ancestors were the first licensed Black architects in America (licenses 117 and 118 in Tennessee). “They became the first Black licensed architects in America… and helped get licensed in 22 other states.” 💼 Business Wisdom Cheryl emphasizes the importance of: Succession planning Understanding both technical and political buyers Building relationships before you need them “You better have that relationship before you need it.” 🧠 The 5 Ps of Family Resilience Perseverance Persistence Preparedness Purpose Prayer “Sometimes you do get up in the morning and you say it's not for me… You have to come back and meditate on the fact that you're a winner.” 🧘‍♀️ Personal Growth & Mental Health Cheryl discusses overcoming stress, rediscovering herself after a difficult marriage, and the importance of meditation. “Being yourself is what we're talking about… I recognize that I am currently feeling stressed out. So what do I need to do?” 👩‍👧‍👧 Women in Leadership Cheryl’s mother took over the business after her father’s stroke, despite societal barriers. “She only knew the telephone number to the office at that time… but she knew deep inside that she wanted to hold on for the fifth generation.” 🎥 Representation & Media The book and Cheryl’s story aim to counteract negative portrayals of Black people in media and history. “You may not have known about Black excellence. You just ignored it. But we exist.” 💬 Memorable Quotes “Black people built America. Now, that's the point we're making here.” “You have to say the opposite to yourself. And you have to put one foot in front of the other.” “This book is a receipt to say we are around. We have a foundation. We're not going anywhere.” #SHMS #STRAW #BESTSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Thursday, December 11th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "NBA Party" | Ask The RTLO & Junior | Entertainment News | 85 South Show | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Surrogate Mother" | Strawberry Letter - "He Needs New Underwearr" Parts 1-2 | Junior's Sports Talk | Social Media Advice | President Obama Visits Library | Would You Rather | Closing Remarks - Favorite Christmas MoviesSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Wednesday, December 10th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "Jezebel Spirit" | Ask The CLO | Entertainment News | Jasmine Crockett For Senate | Woman Drives 3 Hours To Confront Racist | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "NBA Party" | Strawberry Letter - "I'm Not Going This Year" Parts 1-2 | Junior's Sports Talk | Social Media Advice | Busta Rhymes | Would You Rather | Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Tuesday, December 9th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "No Anchovies" | Ask The CLO | Entertainment News | Cinnabon Karen | Cash For Christmas | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "Jezebel Spirit" | Strawberry Letter - "He Doesn't Know Me In Public" Parts 1-2 | Junior's Sports Talk | Social Media Advice | Waymo | Would You Rather | Show Close - Christmas Travel PlansSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Monday, December 8th, 2025: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "Re-Dipped" | Ask The CLO | Entertainment News | Met Gala 2026 Theme | Sista O'Dell | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "No Anchovies" | Strawberry Letter - "I Know My Man's Hands" Parts 1-2 | Junior's Sports Talk | Social Media Advice | Green Monday | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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