RISE Urban Nation

Updated: 27 Mar 2025 • 214 episodes
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Welcome to the RISE Urban Nation Podcast – your go-to source for empowering stories, expert insights, and practical strategies for Black and Pan-African entrepreneurs, creators, and community leaders worldwide. Hosted by Taryell Simmons, an entrepreneur and renowned advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, alongside Adesola Akindele, an economic strategist, serial entrepreneur, and mentor dedicated to fostering growth and self-sufficiency. With experience from top industry names like Google and Techstars, Taryell and Adesola have helped countless individuals transition from jobs to thriving businesses. Each episode of the RISE Urban Nation Podcast dives into real-life journeys of Black innovators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who are making an impact. Through insightful, culturally relevant conversations, you’ll gain actionable advice and learn step-by-step strategies to help build, market, and monetize your ideas. This podcast is designed for early-stage entrepreneurs, business owners, and anyone looking to connect with and learn from the best in the Black and Pan-African community. If you’re ready to gain confidence, inspiration, and practical tools to RISE in your business journey, subscribe to the RISE Urban Nation Podcast today. Every episode offers valuable insights to help you navigate your entrepreneurial path with a community-focused approach. Key Features: -Empowering Stories: Hear from Black and Pan-African entrepreneurs, artists, and community activists. -Expert Guidance: Taryell and Adesola bring years of experience to help you grow your business. -Actionable Insights: Get practical tips to turn your vision into reality, from idea to monetization. Join the movement to unite, empower, and ignite your entrepreneurial journey. Subscribe now and let’s rise together! 🔥

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In this episode of RISE Urban Nation, we’re honored to welcome Leroy Roberts—a seasoned leader, leadership coach, speaker, and strategist—whose work spans continents and communities. Leroy opens up about his journey from the Caribbean to the boardrooms of London, and how his diverse background shaped his vision of purp

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Call-to-Action: Subscribe to the RISE Urban Nation Podcast and connect with Dr. Pamela Buchanan at LinkedIn. Credits:Host: Taryell SimmonsGuest: Dr. Pamela BuchananMusic: Will MakerProduction Team: RISE Urban Nation Join the Movement with RISE Urban Nation Podcast 🚀 Unite. Empower. Ignite. 🚀 Thank you for tuning into

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Call-to-Action: Subscribe to the RISE Urban Nation Podcast and connect with Dr. Pamela Buchanan at LinkedIn. Credits:Host: Taryell SimmonsGuest: Dr. Pamela BuchananMusic: Will MakerProduction Team: RISE Urban Nation Join the Movement with RISE Urban Nation Podcast 🚀 Unite. Empower. Ignite. 🚀 Thank you for tuning into

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• Haze’s early passion for fashion and how her Kenyan roots influenced her career • The biggest challenges she faced and how she overcame self-doubt • Her philosophy on fearlessness and abundance—and how you can apply it in your life • The power of representation in the fashion industry and beyond • Practical advice fo

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• Guest: Daron Franklin, founder of F42 Empowerment • Key Topics: Leadership, resilience, career transitions, and personal development • Highlights: Daron’s journey from New Orleans to becoming a coach and entrepreneurHow coaching shaped his leadership philosophyOvercoming challenges and redefining successPractical too

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In this special year-end episode of the RISE Urban Nation Podcast, host Taryell Simmons reflects on the triumphs and challenges of 2024. Joined in spirit by co-host Adesola, who has shown incredible strength through her health journey and personal challenges, this episode is filled with heartfelt moments and key lesson

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