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In this episode of the Rise Urban Nation podcast, host Taryell Simmons sits down with Dr. Marya Wright to explore her book, Redefining…

Sep 16 • 2 minute read

In this episode of Rise Urban Nation, host Taryell Simmons speaks with Johanne Gnagne, founder of Klamann & Co., about her mission to…

Sep 9 • 3 minute read

In this candid conversation on Rise Urban Nation, host Taryell Simmons sits down with co-host and entrepreneur Adechola Akindele to unpack…

Sep 2 • 3 minute read

In this episode of the Rise Urban Nation podcast, host Taryell Simmons interviews IT consultant Thurman Trotman, also known as Mr.…

Aug 19 • 2 minute read

In this episode of Rise Urban Nation, host Taryell Simmons sits down with coach and strategist Santana Inniss to discuss breaking free from…

Jul 29 • 3 minute read

This episode features electrical engineer and tech founder Honorebel S. Walker sharing his journey from Oakland youth programs to launching…

Jul 15 • 3 minute read

In this episode of Rise Urban Nation, host Taryell Simmons sits down with Dream Exchange leaders Joe Cecala and Dwain Kyles to explore the…

Jul 2 • 2 minute read

In this episode of Rise Urban Nation, host Taryell Simmons interviews Carmen James Randolph, founding President and CEO of the Women's…

Jun 17 • 3 minute read

In this episode of Rise Urban Nation, host Taryell Simmons interviews balance and relationship advisor Naketa Ren Thigpen on healing…

Jun 3 • 2 minute read