Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Trey Haley.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview aims to:

• Inspire creatives and entrepreneurs by sharing Trey Haley’s journey in the entertainment industry.
• Highlight the importance of persistence, self-belief, and strategic networking.
• Promote Haley’s current work, especially the BET+ series The Family Business.
• Educate listeners on the realities of Hollywood and the long-term mindset needed for success.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Origin Story & Early Influences

• Trey Haley grew up in Dallas-Fort Worth, with a mother in corporate sales and a father who was a criminal defense attorney.
• His passion for entertainment began early, influenced by music, Spike Lee scripts, and editing during college at North Texas.

2. Leap of Faith to Los Angeles

• Moved to LA with no backup plan, driven by passion.
• Took a courier job to network and eventually landed an internship with Morgan Freeman’s company, Revelations Entertainment.

3. Building Tri Destin Studios

• Co-founded Tri Destin Studios with Nikita De Brown Jones.
• Emphasized creating their own lane and owning their content.
• Their goal: “Change the perception of the world” through storytelling where “we always win.”

4. The Family Business

• Based on Carl Weber’s bestselling book series.
• Independently produced before BET+ picked it up.
• Features a star-studded cast including Ernie Hudson, Valerie Pettiford, Michael Jai White, and Javicia Leslie.

5. Industry Wisdom

• Success in Hollywood is about relationships, consistency, and character.
• Warns against shortcuts and “hook-up culture” in entertainment.
• Encourages young creatives to focus on talent, value, and long-term growth.

🗣️ Notable Quotes

• On taking risks:
  “My mother said, go jump off the ledge and go fly like a bird.”

• On self-belief:
  “Who told you you could be an attorney? Nobody. You figured it out. I’m going to figure it out too.”

• On breaking into the industry:
  “I took a courier job just to meet people in the studios. I dressed like I worked there so they’d see me the way I needed to be seen.”

• On creating value:
  “The most powerful people create their own companies, their own stories, and tell them consistently.”

• On longevity:
  “If your roots aren’t settled and strong, anything can take you out.”

• On perspective:
  “Your perspective in life is the key. If you see negative, you’ll get negative. If you see the win, you’ll fly high.”

📺 Current Project Highlight

The Family Business

• Streaming on BET+
• Multi-season crime drama with layered storytelling and strong character development.
• Haley serves as executive producer and director.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

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Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Trey Haley.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview aims to:

• Inspire creatives and entrepreneurs by sharing Trey Haley’s journey in the entertainment industry.
• Highlight the importance of persistence, self-belief, and strategic networking.
• Promote Haley’s current work, especially the BET+ series The Family Business.
• Educate listeners on the realities of Hollywood and the long-term mindset needed for success.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Origin Story & Early Influences

• Trey Haley grew up in Dallas-Fort Worth, with a mother in corporate sales and a father who was a criminal defense attorney.
• His passion for entertainment began early, influenced by music, Spike Lee scripts, and editing during college at North Texas.

2. Leap of Faith to Los Angeles

• Moved to LA with no backup plan, driven by passion.
• Took a courier job to network and eventually landed an internship with Morgan Freeman’s company, Revelations Entertainment.

3. Building Tri Destin Studios

• Co-founded Tri Destin Studios with Nikita De Brown Jones.
• Emphasized creating their own lane and owning their content.
• Their goal: “Change the perception of the world” through storytelling where “we always win.”

4. The Family Business

• Based on Carl Weber’s bestselling book series.
• Independently produced before BET+ picked it up.
• Features a star-studded cast including Ernie Hudson, Valerie Pettiford, Michael Jai White, and Javicia Leslie.

5. Industry Wisdom

• Success in Hollywood is about relationships, consistency, and character.
• Warns against shortcuts and “hook-up culture” in entertainment.
• Encourages young creatives to focus on talent, value, and long-term growth.

🗣️ Notable Quotes

• On taking risks:
  “My mother said, go jump off the ledge and go fly like a bird.”

• On self-belief:
  “Who told you you could be an attorney? Nobody. You figured it out. I’m going to figure it out too.”

• On breaking into the industry:
  “I took a courier job just to meet people in the studios. I dressed like I worked there so they’d see me the way I needed to be seen.”

• On creating value:
  “The most powerful people create their own companies, their own stories, and tell them consistently.”

• On longevity:
  “If your roots aren’t settled and strong, anything can take you out.”

• On perspective:
  “Your perspective in life is the key. If you see negative, you’ll get negative. If you see the win, you’ll fly high.”

📺 Current Project Highlight

The Family Business

• Streaming on BET+
• Multi-season crime drama with layered storytelling and strong character development.
• Haley serves as executive producer and director.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jim VandeHei.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview centers around:

• Promoting Jim VandeHei’s book Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less.
• Exploring how communication has evolved in the digital age.
• Offering practical advice for professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders on how to communicate more effectively.
• Discussing the impact of technology—especially smartphones and remote work—on attention spans and messaging.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Smart Brevity Philosophy

• Smart Brevity is about efficient, high-quality communication.
• It’s not just about being short—it’s about being clear, confident, and respectful of people’s time.
• The idea originated from Axios’s approach to delivering news quickly and effectively.

2. The Communication Crisis

• The rise of smartphones and social media has overloaded people with information.
• Most people are distracted, checking their phones hundreds of times a day.
• In this chaotic environment, concise and purposeful communication wins.

3. Post-COVID Communication Shift

• Remote work and Zoom meetings have made written and virtual communication more critical.
• The pandemic changed workplace norms, making brevity and clarity essential for productivity and alignment.

4. Practical Applications

• VandeHei’s book is useful for business leaders, educators, students, preachers, and anyone who communicates.
• He emphasizes that brevity is not shallowness—it’s a sign of confidence and clarity.

5. Five Tips for Better Communication

Jim outlines five actionable tips:

1. Stop Being Selfish – Write for the reader, not yourself.
2. Grab Me a Reason – Use strong headlines or opening lines to capture attention.
3. Keep It Simple – Avoid jargon and complex language.
4. Write Like a Human – Be authentic and conversational.
5. Just Stop – Once you’ve made your point, don’t over-explain.

🗣️ Notable Quotes

• “Brevity is confidence. Length is fear.”
• “Foggy writing is a reflection of foggy thinking.”
• “There’s nothing shallow about being short. It’s clarifying.”
• “Stop writing for yourself. Start writing for the reader.”
• “The one thing we want to accomplish today is…” – A meeting technique to improve focus and retention.

📘 Book Highlight: Smart Brevity

• Co-authored by Jim VandeHei, co-founder of Axios and Politico.
• Offers a framework for modern communication in business, media, and personal interactions.
• Encourages readers to rethink how they write, speak, and present in a world of constant distraction.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Naveen Jain.

Founder and CEO of Viome.  

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To introduce Viome’s revolutionary health technology that uses precision diagnostics and personalized supplements to help individuals take control of their health, prevent disease, and potentially reverse biological aging.

🧭 Key Takeaways 1. Viome’s Mission

• Viome aims to make illness optional by using AI-driven health diagnostics.
• The company’s tagline: “Imagine living in a world where illness is optional.”

2. The Full Body Intelligence Test

• Users submit saliva, blood (finger prick), and stool samples.
• Viome analyzes 100 million biomarkers to assess:
  • Biological age
  • Cognitive, heart, gut, oral, and immune health
  • Root causes of symptoms like bloating, constipation, fatigue, etc.

3. Personalized Health Solutions

• Viome provides:
  • Precision supplements tailored to your body’s needs
  • Custom probiotics/prebiotics
  • Oral microbiome lozenges
  • Morning and evening toothpaste
• Supplements are reformulated monthly based on retesting.

4. Scientific Backing

• Viome has conducted placebo-controlled clinical trials showing:
  • 64% improvement in gut health
  • 25% reduction in fasting insulin
  • 50% reduction in depression
  • 47% reduction in anxiety—all within 90 days

5. Disease Detection Innovation

• Viome offers tests for:
  • Stage 1 oral and throat cancer (available now)
  • IBD and colon polyps (launching soon)
  • Stage 1 pancreatic cancer (launching within 6 months)

6. Affordability & Access

• Full Body Intelligence Test: $299
• Monthly supplement plans: $40–$200 depending on selected products
• Website: viome.com

7. Personal Story & Motivation

• Naveen Jain immigrated from India with $5, built 7 companies.
• Lost his father to pancreatic cancer—now developing early detection tests.
• Believes in purpose-driven entrepreneurship: “Making money is a byproduct of improving lives.”

💬 Notable Quotes

• “Your genes are not your destiny.”
• “There is no universally healthy food.”
• “Making money is like having an orgasm—if you focus on it, you’ll never get it.”
• “Don’t blame your ancestors for your sickness. You can change your lifestyle.”
• “If you think being healthy is expensive, try being sick.”

🔗 Action Steps for Listeners

1. Visit viome.com
2. Order the Full Body Intelligence Test
3. Receive personalized health insights and supplements
4. Retest every 6 months to track progress and adjust

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jim VandeHei.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview centers around:

• Promoting Jim VandeHei’s book Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less.
• Exploring how communication has evolved in the digital age.
• Offering practical advice for professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders on how to communicate more effectively.
• Discussing the impact of technology—especially smartphones and remote work—on attention spans and messaging.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Smart Brevity Philosophy

• Smart Brevity is about efficient, high-quality communication.
• It’s not just about being short—it’s about being clear, confident, and respectful of people’s time.
• The idea originated from Axios’s approach to delivering news quickly and effectively.

2. The Communication Crisis

• The rise of smartphones and social media has overloaded people with information.
• Most people are distracted, checking their phones hundreds of times a day.
• In this chaotic environment, concise and purposeful communication wins.

3. Post-COVID Communication Shift

• Remote work and Zoom meetings have made written and virtual communication more critical.
• The pandemic changed workplace norms, making brevity and clarity essential for productivity and alignment.

4. Practical Applications

• VandeHei’s book is useful for business leaders, educators, students, preachers, and anyone who communicates.
• He emphasizes that brevity is not shallowness—it’s a sign of confidence and clarity.

5. Five Tips for Better Communication

Jim outlines five actionable tips:

1. Stop Being Selfish – Write for the reader, not yourself.
2. Grab Me a Reason – Use strong headlines or opening lines to capture attention.
3. Keep It Simple – Avoid jargon and complex language.
4. Write Like a Human – Be authentic and conversational.
5. Just Stop – Once you’ve made your point, don’t over-explain.

🗣️ Notable Quotes

• “Brevity is confidence. Length is fear.”
• “Foggy writing is a reflection of foggy thinking.”
• “There’s nothing shallow about being short. It’s clarifying.”
• “Stop writing for yourself. Start writing for the reader.”
• “The one thing we want to accomplish today is…” – A meeting technique to improve focus and retention.

📘 Book Highlight: Smart Brevity

• Co-authored by Jim VandeHei, co-founder of Axios and Politico.
• Offers a framework for modern communication in business, media, and personal interactions.
• Encourages readers to rethink how they write, speak, and present in a world of constant distraction.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Naveen Jain.

Founder and CEO of Viome.  

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To introduce Viome’s revolutionary health technology that uses precision diagnostics and personalized supplements to help individuals take control of their health, prevent disease, and potentially reverse biological aging.

🧭 Key Takeaways 1. Viome’s Mission

• Viome aims to make illness optional by using AI-driven health diagnostics.
• The company’s tagline: “Imagine living in a world where illness is optional.”

2. The Full Body Intelligence Test

• Users submit saliva, blood (finger prick), and stool samples.
• Viome analyzes 100 million biomarkers to assess:
  • Biological age
  • Cognitive, heart, gut, oral, and immune health
  • Root causes of symptoms like bloating, constipation, fatigue, etc.

3. Personalized Health Solutions

• Viome provides:
  • Precision supplements tailored to your body’s needs
  • Custom probiotics/prebiotics
  • Oral microbiome lozenges
  • Morning and evening toothpaste
• Supplements are reformulated monthly based on retesting.

4. Scientific Backing

• Viome has conducted placebo-controlled clinical trials showing:
  • 64% improvement in gut health
  • 25% reduction in fasting insulin
  • 50% reduction in depression
  • 47% reduction in anxiety—all within 90 days

5. Disease Detection Innovation

• Viome offers tests for:
  • Stage 1 oral and throat cancer (available now)
  • IBD and colon polyps (launching soon)
  • Stage 1 pancreatic cancer (launching within 6 months)

6. Affordability & Access

• Full Body Intelligence Test: $299
• Monthly supplement plans: $40–$200 depending on selected products
• Website: viome.com

7. Personal Story & Motivation

• Naveen Jain immigrated from India with $5, built 7 companies.
• Lost his father to pancreatic cancer—now developing early detection tests.
• Believes in purpose-driven entrepreneurship: “Making money is a byproduct of improving lives.”

💬 Notable Quotes

• “Your genes are not your destiny.”
• “There is no universally healthy food.”
• “Making money is like having an orgasm—if you focus on it, you’ll never get it.”
• “Don’t blame your ancestors for your sickness. You can change your lifestyle.”
• “If you think being healthy is expensive, try being sick.”

🔗 Action Steps for Listeners

1. Visit viome.com
2. Order the Full Body Intelligence Test
3. Receive personalized health insights and supplements
4. Retest every 6 months to track progress and adjust

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jim VandeHei.

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

The interview centers around:

• Promoting Jim VandeHei’s book Smart Brevity: The Power of Saying More with Less.
• Exploring how communication has evolved in the digital age.
• Offering practical advice for professionals, entrepreneurs, and leaders on how to communicate more effectively.
• Discussing the impact of technology—especially smartphones and remote work—on attention spans and messaging.

🔑 Key Takeaways 1. Smart Brevity Philosophy

• Smart Brevity is about efficient, high-quality communication.
• It’s not just about being short—it’s about being clear, confident, and respectful of people’s time.
• The idea originated from Axios’s approach to delivering news quickly and effectively.

2. The Communication Crisis

• The rise of smartphones and social media has overloaded people with information.
• Most people are distracted, checking their phones hundreds of times a day.
• In this chaotic environment, concise and purposeful communication wins.

3. Post-COVID Communication Shift

• Remote work and Zoom meetings have made written and virtual communication more critical.
• The pandemic changed workplace norms, making brevity and clarity essential for productivity and alignment.

4. Practical Applications

• VandeHei’s book is useful for business leaders, educators, students, preachers, and anyone who communicates.
• He emphasizes that brevity is not shallowness—it’s a sign of confidence and clarity.

5. Five Tips for Better Communication

Jim outlines five actionable tips:

1. Stop Being Selfish – Write for the reader, not yourself.
2. Grab Me a Reason – Use strong headlines or opening lines to capture attention.
3. Keep It Simple – Avoid jargon and complex language.
4. Write Like a Human – Be authentic and conversational.
5. Just Stop – Once you’ve made your point, don’t over-explain.

🗣️ Notable Quotes

• “Brevity is confidence. Length is fear.”
• “Foggy writing is a reflection of foggy thinking.”
• “There’s nothing shallow about being short. It’s clarifying.”
• “Stop writing for yourself. Start writing for the reader.”
• “The one thing we want to accomplish today is…” – A meeting technique to improve focus and retention.

📘 Book Highlight: Smart Brevity

• Co-authored by Jim VandeHei, co-founder of Axios and Politico.
• Offers a framework for modern communication in business, media, and personal interactions.
• Encourages readers to rethink how they write, speak, and present in a world of constant distraction.

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Naveen Jain.

Founder and CEO of Viome.  

🎯 Purpose of the Interview

To introduce Viome’s revolutionary health technology that uses precision diagnostics and personalized supplements to help individuals take control of their health, prevent disease, and potentially reverse biological aging.

🧭 Key Takeaways 1. Viome’s Mission

• Viome aims to make illness optional by using AI-driven health diagnostics.
• The company’s tagline: “Imagine living in a world where illness is optional.”

2. The Full Body Intelligence Test

• Users submit saliva, blood (finger prick), and stool samples.
• Viome analyzes 100 million biomarkers to assess:
  • Biological age
  • Cognitive, heart, gut, oral, and immune health
  • Root causes of symptoms like bloating, constipation, fatigue, etc.

3. Personalized Health Solutions

• Viome provides:
  • Precision supplements tailored to your body’s needs
  • Custom probiotics/prebiotics
  • Oral microbiome lozenges
  • Morning and evening toothpaste
• Supplements are reformulated monthly based on retesting.

4. Scientific Backing

• Viome has conducted placebo-controlled clinical trials showing:
  • 64% improvement in gut health
  • 25% reduction in fasting insulin
  • 50% reduction in depression
  • 47% reduction in anxiety—all within 90 days

5. Disease Detection Innovation

• Viome offers tests for:
  • Stage 1 oral and throat cancer (available now)
  • IBD and colon polyps (launching soon)
  • Stage 1 pancreatic cancer (launching within 6 months)

6. Affordability & Access

• Full Body Intelligence Test: $299
• Monthly supplement plans: $40–$200 depending on selected products
• Website: viome.com

7. Personal Story & Motivation

• Naveen Jain immigrated from India with $5, built 7 companies.
• Lost his father to pancreatic cancer—now developing early detection tests.
• Believes in purpose-driven entrepreneurship: “Making money is a byproduct of improving lives.”

💬 Notable Quotes

• “Your genes are not your destiny.”
• “There is no universally healthy food.”
• “Making money is like having an orgasm—if you focus on it, you’ll never get it.”
• “Don’t blame your ancestors for your sickness. You can change your lifestyle.”
• “If you think being healthy is expensive, try being sick.”

🔗 Action Steps for Listeners

1. Visit viome.com
2. Order the Full Body Intelligence Test
3. Receive personalized health insights and supplements
4. Retest every 6 months to track progress and adjust

#SHMS #STRAW #BEST

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steve Harvey Morning Show Online: http://www.steveharveyfm.com/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.