Why Yall Working - A Tech and Startups Podcast
Dettagli canale

Why Yall Working - A Tech and Startups Podcast
Why Yall Working is a weekly tech & startups show hosted by Alairé Jameson and Michael Ogunsanya! Every Thursday from 5-7 pm EST, we dive into the newest tech, VC, and small business news to keep you informed, educated, and entertained! Like and subscribe to the show! #NightCrew
Episodi recenti
33 episodi
Building Legacy Wealth Through Real Estate w/ Morgan Keim
Former food-tech executive turned real estate strategist, Morgan Keim shares how he shifted from high-risk startups to building sustainable generation...

Why Local Journalism Can Save America with Technical.ly CEO Christopher Wink
Christopher Wink, CEO of Technical.ly, breaks down why local journalism might be the key to economic mobility, class equity, and smarter tech ecosyste...

Tech Meets Purpose: Inside Jeff Scruggs’ Mission to Empower Entrepreneurs
Jeff Scruggs went from data scientist to ecosystem builder, CTO, and networker—and he’s doing it all to make funding and opportunity accessible for un...

From Coach to G.A.N.G CEO, Jon Carter Interview
From coaching football in the DMV to launching G.A.N.G. LLC and mentoring youth into future tech leaders — John Carter’s story is all heart and hustle...

Making It in Tech Sales with Jarrett Albritton
n this episode of Why Y’all Working, we sit down with Jarrett Albritton — VP of Strategy and tech sales veteran — to unpack how he went from door-to-d...

Manny Larcher on Success, Happiness, and the Power of Ambition
Manny Larcher gets real about balancing ambition with happiness and how to work smarter, not harder. From redefining success to living life on his own...

The Truth About Black Women’s Healthcare Struggles
Black women face unique challenges in academia and healthcare, from securing PhD funding to confronting systemic biases in medicine. In this episode,...

WYW Best Moments of 2024
It's 2025!! Let's look at all the great moments from 2024 with Why Yall Working. We're excited to bring you more learnings, insights, and great moment...

From 19 to $100M: Ben Lyons on Building Wealth through Real Estate
Ben Lyons, a real estate expert who’s owned over 300 properties, shares how he went from a 19-year-old entrepreneur to building multi-million-dollar b...

Running Toward Change: Building Black Wellness and Community in Baltimore
Anthony Watters, founder of More Watter Co. and Runners Run, shares his journey of building health-focused businesses that fuse community, culture, an...

5 Ways Naomi Winston is Redefining Art, Community, and Capitalism
Art doesn’t just inspire—it connects. In this episode, we explore how community shapes creativity, fuels collaboration, and makes art more impactful t...

Top 5 Lessons on Leading with Passion, Community, and Purpose
Explore how leaders like Marjie Cota bring passion, community values, and diverse experiences into their work and personal lives, shaping a unique app...

4 Resilient Business Secrets with Marjie Cota!
Join Marjie Cota, Director of Entrepreneurial Services at BwTech, as she reveals four essential secrets to building a resilient business that thrives...

Generative AI: Shaping Humanity & Entertainment with Yemi Faleti
In this episode, we dive into how generative AI is shaping the future of humanity and entertainment. Yemi Faleti shares insights on the benefits and c...

How Generative AI is Changing Our World: Expert Yemi Faleti Explains
Get ready for an insightful and fun deep dive into generative AI with Yemi Faleti, founder of Videre Worldwide! In this episode, we explore how AI is...

Meet Erica, Founder of Fosterpreneur
Get an inside scope on Erica Myers, Founder of Fosterpreneur!

Erica Myers explains the Foster Care System & More
This is an exciting informative episode with Erica Myers, Founder of Fosterpreneur. Erica breaks down community psychology, mental health, entrepreneu...

Get to know Jordan Jackson!
Listen to the latest episode of Why Yall Working hosted by Michael Ogunsanya and Alairé Jameson! We interview artist and recent presenter at #Artscape...

Adam Phillips Breaks Down the VC Process to Evaluate Startups
How will your early-stage startup get funded? Adam Phillips, MD of Techstars Equitech and DC and founder, join us on an epic part 2 of our interview....

How Adam Phillips Empowers Startups to Scale at Techstars
Adam Phillips, Managing Director of Techstars Equitech & Techstars DC joins us as the first guest on our Summer Series Vol 1. From his passion for sta...

Meet Dawn Myers, Founder of the Richualist!
Join us on "Why Y'all Working" for an inspiring talk with Dawn Myers, the innovator from Ritualist, recently backed by Mark Cuban and Emma Grede on Sh...

Boom or BUST: Fashion Hype or Sustainibility?
In this 2nd "Boom or Bust" edition, we debate hype vs sustainable fashion. Is there anything wrong with saving money and Instagram FOMO by thrifting a...

Boom or Bust: Is it the END of in-store shopping?
Listen to our new 'Boomer or Bust' series hosted by Michael Ogunsanya and Alairé Jameson! This episode tackles the future of shopping, diving into tre...

Shark Tank's New Investment; Improving military community and comfort with custom service-wear apparel from Haley Marie McClain, Founder of Torch Warrior Wear
In this episode of "While Y'all Working," hosts Michael Ogunsanya and Alairé engage in a captivating conversation with Haley Marie McClain Hill, found...

Meet the Founder: Hailey Marie McClain of Torch Warrior Wear!
Listen to the latest episode of Why Ya'll Working featuring Hailey McClain Hill, Founder of Torch Warrior Wear. https://torchwarriorwear.com/ Our tech...

Unlock HIDDEN Discounts at College Restaurants & Bars with Xeddy
Join us in this episode as we dive into the world of exclusive discounts at college restaurants and bars with Basil Udo, founder of Xeddy Aoo. Uncover...

Get to Know Basil Udo of Xeddy!
We engage in a captivating conversation with Basil Udo, a visionary entrepreneur and UMBC graduate this episode of WYW! Basil, the mastermind behind X...

Decoding Global Shifts 🌍: BRICS and the Five Eyes, Dollar Debates 💸, US Interventions, World Bank!
Unlocking Global Geopolitics: BRICS vs. Five Eyes, Dollar Debates, and USA's World Moves! Join us as we break down how international decisions impact...

Build a BILLION $$ Business in Africa; Where to start your next startup
We explore the exciting opportunities for building a BILLION-dollar business in Africa. We also dive into the recent news about African countries offe...

Meek Mill's Bold Move, Exploring Business Opportunities Beyond the USA 🇺🇸
In this Pod, we dive deep into Meek Mill's recent shoe store controversy and embark on a "hypothetical" journey into the world of entrepreneurship. We...

Exploring Starlink Internet, New Anti-Aging Methods, and the Fitness Industry
In this Pod, we delve into the exciting world of Starlink Internet, discuss a new space race, explore groundbreaking new anti-aging methods, and take...

Diving into the Black Innovation Ecosystem: A Conversation with Derek Maultsby Jr. Esq
In this episode, your hosts, Michael and Alairé engage in a dynamic discussion with entertainment lawyer Derrick M. Esquire. They explore the world of...

Twitter Changes; How to solve doubt with Dwight James Ill
Listen to the latest episode of Why Yall Working hosted by Michael Ogunsanya and Alairé Jameson! This week we got Dwight James III, Filmmaker and Dire...