You Need To Know Podcast

Tommy B. talks to R&B/Blues/Southern Soul Legend and Gunsmoke Records Owner Jesse James about his over 50 years in the Music Industry. Jesse James is known for his 80’s Hit, “I Can Do Bad By Myself.” Connect with Jesse James: GUNSMOKE RECORDS/ P.O. BOX-2847/ STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281 Phone # 404-368-8844/ 510-710-0500 E-mail/[email protected] or [email protected] Facebook-jessejames.com/ website-gunsmokejessejames.com

Tommy B. talks to Entrepreneur/Vegan Kimberly Barnes of Might Be Vegan / www.mightbevegan.co . Kimberly provides recipes, meal planning and prep utilizing a plant-based diet. It’s meal planning WITHOUT processed, GMO or artificial foods or ingredients (no artificial sweeteners, store-bought junk food and candies, and processed meat alternatives). Connect with Kimberly: Email: [email protected] IG/Twitter/Social: @mightbvegan Website: www.mightbevegan.co

Tommy B. talks to Entertainment Attorney Heather Beverly, ESQ of the Law Offices of Heather Beverly, PC. Attorney Beverly is married to Anthony Beverly (drummer/producer and son of R&B legend Frankie Beverly). Together, they have formed Brantera Music Group, Inc., a full-service entertainment, production and consulting company of which Mrs. Beverly is CEO and General Counsel. Email: [email protected] IG/FB/Twitter: hbeverlylaw IG: heatherbeverlyesq

Tommy B talks with Pastor Levi Rozier about his new book, “Building You! 52 Weekly Devotions of God’s Wisdom – Living A Life That Impacts Others!” Senior Pastor Levi Rozier is a bold and charismatic leader, preacher, coach, visionary, innovative thinker, teacher, author, and philanthropist. Pastor Levi serves as Senior Pastor/CEO of Harvest Builders Worship Center, Inc., a progressive church located in Warner Robins that is “Reaching the Lost While Building the Faithful” ; serving the local community and missions abroad. Pastor Levi founded Harvest Builders Worship Center in April of 2009 along with his wife, First Lady Felecia Rozier. Buy The Book: https://www.amazon.com/BUILDING-Weekly-Devotions-Gods-Wisdom/dp/1976768616/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1524083387&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=Pastor+Levi+Rozier Follow Pastor Levi on Social Media (IG, FB, Twitter): @PastorLevi Church Website: http://hbcbuildsu.com

A Conversation With Billy Sparks – Tommy B talks to Entertainment Marketing Guru Billy Sparks. Billy was an integral behind the scenes player for the Prince Organization, and has also worked with the likes of Richard Pryor and Maurice White’s Earth Wind and Fire. Hear him give success tips from his vast experience in the entertainment business.

A Conversation with James Mtume Tommy B talks to the mind behind, “Juicy Fruit” – James Mtume. • Grammy Award-winning musician, songwriter, activist, producer, radio personality…(98.7 Kiss FM…NYC); • Worked with the Legendary Miles Davis in the early 70’s; • He established the group Mtume in the 80’s…(Juicy Fruit…You Me and He); • Has worked with an amazing list of talent – Herbie Hancock, The late Phyllis Hyman, Stephanie Mills, Roberta Flack, Donny Hathaway, Mary J. Blige, Teddy Pendergrass…and many more; • The musical direction of 90’s TV Hit “New York Undercover” is due to Mtume as Composer. #Blackbusinesspodcast #Mtume #JamesMtume #R&BLegends #Musicindustry #80sR&B #NewYorkUndercover www.jamesmtumeonline.com

My conversation with Industry Icon Mr. Mathew Knowles – you may know him as the father of Beyonce’ and Solange Knowles. Mr. Knowles is a music industry leader, responsible for over 300 Million in Sales and Founder of Music World Entertainment. He’s also a #1 Best Selling Author with his book “The DNA of Achievers: 10 Traits of Successful Professional” and recent book “Racism Through The Eyes of A Child”, a reflection of racism through his childhood. Learn More about Mr. Knowles at: www.mathewknowles.com

Women and Blacks remain underrepresented in STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math). Hear how Black Entrepreneur, Chemical Engineer, and Author Stephanie Espy works to fight the trend with her book, STEM Gems and her company MathSP. STEM Gems Book : http://stemgemsbook.com/ MathSP: https://mathsp.com/

PettiPix / George Pettigrew George Pettigrew and Pettipix focuses on developing creative solutions to problems through design. George is a graphic designer by trade: the majority of the solutions his company creates are visual. Web: www.PettiPix.com Email: [email protected]

Miss Lacy Studios, LLC is a unique illustration and graphic arts studio. What makes MLS unique is the combination of traditional illustration, contemporary art styles and computer software integration. Email: [email protected] Website: www.misslacystudios.com