The Steve Harvey Morning Show

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Teresa Edwards.
Purpose of the Interview
The interview aims to introduce Teresa Edwards’ book The Mirror Method: 12 Weeks to Stop Abandoning Yourself, a guided workbook designed to help individuals overcome people-pleasing tendencies, set boundaries, and prioritize their own needs without guilt. It focuses on personal empowerment, mental health, and rediscovering one’s authentic self.
Key Takeaways
People-Pleasing and Boundaries
People-pleasing becomes harmful when you agree to things you don’t want to do, leading to stress and resentment.
Setting boundaries is essential for self-respect and mental health.

The Mirror Method
A 12-week guided process to “unravel” harmful patterns and rediscover your true self.
Emphasizes self-reflection, journaling, and gradual transformation at your own pace.

Selfishness vs. Self-Care
Edwards reframes “selfish” as a positive concept: prioritizing your health and happiness is necessary, not negative.
You can’t be your best for others if you’re not your best for yourself.

Health as a Wake-Up Call
Stress is a silent killer; Teresa’s own health issues (high blood pressure) forced her to reevaluate her life.
Happiness and well-being should not be age-limited—“You’re never too old to return to yourself.”

Letting Go of Toxic Relationships
Users often exploit people-pleasers; recognizing and removing such relationships is crucial.
Fully committing to the Mirror Method means accepting hard truths and being okay with losing people who drain you.

Therapy and Mental Health
COVID accelerated acceptance of therapy in communities where it was previously stigmatized.
Mental health is as important as physical health—“The mind is a muscle too.”

Workbook Details
Available on Amazon and at themirrormethodworkbook.com in print and downloadable formats.
Exercises involve writing and self-reflection to confront truths and break patterns.

Notable Quotes
“Boundaries are key.”
“Selfish is not a negative word—it’s perseverance of yourself.”
“You can’t throw a party and be mad at your own party.”
“Enough is enough—look in the mirror and say it.”
“You’re never too old to return to yourself.”
“Stress is that silent killer.”
“Fully commit means accepting all those good, bad, or ugly moments—and being okay with letting go.”
“The mind is a muscle too.”
“Be okay with being okay.”
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Nina Sossamon-Pogue.
A former elite gymnast, Emmy-winning news anchor, bestselling author, and resilience expert.
Here’s a summary of the key themes and insights from the episode:
🎙️ Guest Introduction: Nina Sossamon-Pogue
Former USA Gymnastics team member and Emmy-winning news anchor.
Author of This Is Not the End and host of the podcast This Seriously Sucks.
Focuses on helping people navigate life’s toughest transitions with resilience.
🧠 Mental Health & Daily Routines
Nina emphasizes the importance of gratitude, mindfulness, and limiting early phone use to start the day with clarity.
Rushion shares his own structured morning routine and how it helps him manage stress and stay productive.
💪 Resilience and Personal Growth
Nina defines resilience as the ability to adapt positively and grow stronger from adversity.
She encourages people to reflect on what’s going right, what needs attention, and how to move forward with purpose.
🧍‍♀️ Body Image, Athletics & Social Media
Nina shares her experience with body dysmorphia and bulimia during her gymnastics career in the 1980s.
She discusses the long-term impact of being judged by appearance in both sports and television.
Offers advice to parents and young athletes on navigating body image in the age of social media.
📘 Her Book: This Is Not the End
Written for people facing major life setbacks—job loss, injury, grief, or personal failure.
Nina shares five personal “this is the end” moments, including: Not making the Olympic team.
Career-ending knee injury.
Losing her job as a news anchor.
A traumatic accident at age 37.

The book provides seven strategies and a four-step framework (T.H.I.S.) to help readers move forward: Timeline: Gain perspective on your life journey.
Humans: Lean on others—don’t go it alone.
Isolate: Focus on the present moment.
Story: Reframe your internal narrative to stay empowered and hirable.

🎧 Podcast Highlight
Nina’s podcast This Seriously Sucks features guests who’ve overcome major life challenges.
She highlights Joe Delagrave, a Paralympian and coach, whose story of resilience and transformation deeply inspired her.
💬 Closing Thoughts
Rushion praises Nina’s authenticity, voice, and ability to connect.
Nina encourages listeners to embrace their “this” moment and remember: “This is not the end.”
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Latrease Price-Gistard.
Purpose of the Interview
The interview aims to educate listeners on the mortgage industry, highlight the role and benefits of working with an independent mortgage broker, and provide practical advice on home financing options, credit challenges, and programs that support homeownership. It also shares Latrease’s entrepreneurial journey and lessons learned.
Key Takeaways
Background and Career Path
Latrease has a finance degree and started in investment operations in 1999.
Transitioned from auto financing and co-owning a car dealership to mortgage lending.
Became an independent mortgage broker in 2022 after being laid off during rising interest rates.

Role of an Independent Mortgage Broker
Holds her own license and partners with multiple lenders to offer tailored loan products.
Advocates for borrowers to ensure they get the right product, not just approval.
Specializes in helping first-time buyers, self-employed individuals, and those with unique challenges.

Home Financing Insights
Reverse Mortgages: Typically for seniors 62+, often used by those 75+ with equity and limited retirement funds. Provides tax-free cash without monthly payments; debt settled upon sale or refinance.
Zero Down Payment Programs: Offers up to 3% for down payment, attached to the mortgage; other programs provide up to 5% for down payment and closing costs.
FHA 203K Program: Allows buyers to finance home purchase and renovations in one loan—ideal for fixer-uppers.

Credit Challenges
Programs exist for credit scores as low as 500, but require higher down payments (10–20%) and result in higher interest rates.
Latrease consults and provides “what-if” scenarios to help clients improve credit over time.

Entrepreneurial Lessons
Mistakes: Starting without enough capital and a strong pipeline; economic timing matters.
Advice: Build capital, secure a solid client pipeline, and understand market conditions before going independent.

Notable Quotes
On independence:
“As a broker, you serve as that advocate for your borrower to make sure they’re getting the right loan product.”

On reverse mortgages:
“The beauty of it is there are no monthly payments going back to the institution. The debt is paid off when the home is sold or refinanced.”

On credit challenges:
“Programs go as low as 500 credit score, but those borrowers need 10–20% down.”

On entrepreneurial advice:
“Make sure you have strong capital and a solid pipeline before stepping out on faith.”

On perseverance:
“It’s all about follow-through. It’s all about your dream and whether you want to make it happen.”

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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Charlie Shabazz.
🎯 Purpose of the Interview
The interview aims to:
Showcase Charlie Shabaaz’s journey from CPA to bakery franchise owner.
Inspire listeners to overcome fear and pursue entrepreneurial dreams.
Educate the audience on franchising, financial discipline, and community engagement.
Highlight the importance of adaptability and vision in business success.
🧠 Key Takeaways 1. From CPA to Cake Boss
Charlie is a Temple University graduate with a master’s in taxation.
She worked in corporate accounting before pivoting to entrepreneurship.
Her transition was sparked by a desire to fill a community need in Tucker, GA.
“I was committed to bringing a bakery… I was kind of on the hook.” – Charlie Shabaaz
2. Overcoming Fear and Taking Leaps
Charlie moved from Philadelphia to Atlanta with no job contract—just faith.
She offered to work for free to learn business taxes, showing initiative and humility.
Her story emphasizes that fear is natural, but planning and persistence are key.
“I took a temp job. It took a leap of faith.” – Charlie Shabaaz
“Fear drives so many people from reaching their ultimate dream.” – Rushion McDonald
3. Franchise Journey
Initially planned a pie business, but pivoted to Nothing Bundt Cakes after discovering the brand.
She researched and connected with the franchise team, ultimately choosing it over another bakery concept.
“I Googled bakery franchise… and it morphed into Nothing Bundt Cakes.” – Charlie Shabaaz
4. Financial Discipline & Real Talk
Despite being a CPA, Charlie shared her own struggles with money and credit card debt.
She used spreadsheets and strategic payments to eliminate debt.
“I had a spreadsheet… I was committed to the $200 here, $250 there.” – Charlie Shabaaz
5. Community Engagement & Leadership
Charlie is active in local business associations and chambers of commerce.
She believes in giving back to the community and building relationships.
“Businesses come to communities and take… I want to give back.” – Charlie Shabaaz
6. Franchising Explained
Franchising is about buying a proven business model.
The founders of Nothing Bundt Cakes created a replicable system that franchisees can follow.
“You buy the blueprint… once you prove the concept can be done by anyone, anywhere.” – Charlie Shabaaz
7. Empowering Black Women Entrepreneurs
Charlie attributes her drive to her mother’s encouragement and the desire to break out of North Philly.
She highlights how Black women are the fastest-growing segment in entrepreneurship.
“Our mothers are the backbone of why we’re so successful.” – Charlie Shabaaz
💬 Memorable Quotes
“I didn’t bake. I used to just cut the cookie roll and spray the pan.”
“You don’t have to be a baker. You just have to have the passion and the ability to work hard.”
“Know what you’re good at and what you’re not good at.”
🌟 Impact of the Interview
This episode resonated deeply with listeners, sparking live call-ins from aspiring entrepreneurs. It served as a masterclass in courage, adaptability, and community-driven business.
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Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jackson Dunbar.
He founded WellMed Atlanta. WellMed Atlanta is a coalition of Psychiatric Medical, Psychology, Counseling and Special Education Providers serving the Atlanta metro area. WellMed professionals are Board Certified, collectively possess over a 150 years of experience and have been trained at such institutions as Emory, Harvard and Yale. What makes us unique is that all of our providers are Women whose desire to practice medicine was shaped by their families.
Talking Points/Questions *
1. About WellMed Atlanta
2. Why Suicide Prevention should be observed every month
3. Personal accounts of suicidal thoughts while in chronic pain
4. Statistics
5. Lack of access to mental health providers and support

Uber successful Social Entrepreneur and Founder of WellMed Atlanta is a Philanthropist who strives to establish lucrative businesses that provide socially responsible goods and services. Mr. Dunbar takes pride in his champion spirit and never-say-die vision that enables him to thrive through unbearable circumstances. Always willing to teach, Jackson Dunbar has built an empire on meeting adversity head on and solving the seemingly unsolvable obstacles that would have stunted the growth of anyone vulnerable to the odds. He can’t wait to share with the world this unmitigated truth...YOUR CIRCUMSTANCES DO NOT DEFINE YOU. THEY CATAPULT YOU INTO A BRAND NEW LUCRATIVE NORMAL.
Jackson Dunbar is proud of his “Blue Collar” roots. The son of a custodian and seamstress, he was the first man of his family to graduate from college – Stockton University. He would later receive a Juris Doctor from Tulane University Law School and an MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management.
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