Earn Your Leisure

We sat down with Paul Alex, the founder of MerchantAutomation.com and a former award-winning detective, to talk about his incredible journey from law enforcement to building multimillion-dollar businesses. In this interview, Paul shares how he made the bold decision to leave a stable career in law enforcement and pursue entrepreneurship full-time. He breaks down how he built his companies from the ground up, helped over 4,000 entrepreneurs generate passive income, and scaled MerchantAutomation.com to $1 million in just 60 days.

Paul dives into the power of digital payment systems, automation, and how anyone can create residual income through merchant services. He also shares key lessons on branding, marketing, and building a successful business without outside funding. This episode is full of valuable insights for anyone looking to escape the 9-5, level up their business game, and build wealth through automation.

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In this clip, Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings, and Ian Dunlap sit down to break down the current state of AMD and what investors should be considering right now. Are we entering bearish territory for AMD? Is it time to cut your lossesor is there a buying opportunity on the horizon?

Ian shares his longtime perspective on AMD as one of his favorite companies, while also explaining why he now sees it slipping off the Mount Rushmore of chip makers. The trio weighs in on where AMD stands in comparison to titans like Nvidia, TSMC, ASML, Broadcom, and Qualcomm. If you've been asking yourself whether to hold, sell, or wait for new lows, youll get actionable insights and specific price levels Ian is watching ($53.16 and $25.82), as well as key chart analysis from Troy.

The conversation also digs into macroeconomic factors affecting the semiconductor sectorlike tariffs, US manufacturing policy, and the ongoing GPU wars. What does "America First" for chips mean for AMD and its competition? Can AMD regain second place in GPUs, or is Nvidia's dominance locked in for the next five years?

Rashad puts a spotlight on the dangers of individual stock picking, stressing why index funds and ETFs (like SMH) offer a safer, more defensive play. With AMD down nearly 60%, the risks of concentrating investment in single companies have never been clearer.

If you want real talk about investing, industry trends, technical analysis, and why defense in investing is just as important as offense, this clip is for you.

*Timestamps:*

0:00 - Is it time to sell AMD?

0:39 - AMDs competitive position & industry Mount Rushmore

2:13 - Price targets & technical analysis

3:58 - Impact of US chip policy & tariffs

5:00 - Risks of stock picking vs. index funds

7:10 - Final thoughts and defensive investing

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In this powerful clip, Morgan DeBaun, CEO and founder of Blavity Inc., joins Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal to break down her journey from early stock market investing at age 13 to building a $40 million media powerhouse. Get the inside scoop on how Morgan navigates the corporate landscape amid rollbacks in DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) initiatives and shifting political climates. She opens up about how these changes—plus new tariffs—are impacting Black businesses and media revenue, and why multicultural audiences are the real key to growth for big brands.

Morgan discusses the value of cash in business, the importance of strategic acquisitions, and the unique spending culture among Black millennials and Gen Z. Find out how she leveraged her resources to acquire three impactful Black-owned brands: Travel Noire, Shadow and Act, and R&B House Party. Learn how each acquisition helped expand Blavity's network—from travel to entertainment to experiences—and set the stage for major events like Blavity Fest.

Morgan also shares success frameworks from her new book, "Rewrite Your Rules," offering actionable advice for entrepreneurs, media creators, and nine-to-fivers who want to define success for themselves, break out of old molds, and master both growth and self-development.

If you want honest insight on scaling businesses, navigating corporate America, and investing in Black success, this is a must-watch!

*Timestamps:*

0:00 The real impact of DEI rollbacks & corporate shifts

2:10 Why tariffs matter more than politics for media revenue

3:40 Media growth & trusted news during chaotic times

4:00 Early investing lessons and the power of cash

5:00 How Morgan acquired Travel Noire, Shadow and Act, and R&B House Party

6:35 The story behind Blavity Fest

7:00 Practical frameworks from “Rewrite Your Rules”

*Key Highlights:*

• The myth vs reality of DEI corporate commitments
• How volatility creates opportunity for acquisition
• The intersection of culture, travel, and business
• Why defining your own success is crucial
• Advice for entrepreneurs on building generational wealth

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In this clip, join Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings, and Morgan Debaun as they dive into how artificial intelligence and robotics are rapidly changing the tech industry—especially for Black professionals. Morgan, founder of AfroTech, shares eye-opening perspectives on the growing skills gap, the critical role of innovation, and why embracing new technology is now more vital than ever.

The conversation covers:

• The accelerating pace of AI disruption in tech
• Challenges and opportunities for Black professionals entering and thriving in the industry
• How AfroTech connects talent and companies to close labor gaps
• What the next 2-5 years could mean if communities don’t adapt
• The importance of risk-taking and continuous learning

Whether you’re already in tech or considering making the leap, this clip offers powerful advice on staying ahead of the curve, building relevant skills, and seizing opportunities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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In this insightful clip, Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings, and Ian Dunlap discuss the recent changes in Trump's tariff policies and their impact on the market. We dive into the erratic behavior surrounding the exemptions for smartphones and computer chips, which were welcomed by the tech sector, only to be followed by a special tariff on semiconductors. This inconsistency creates a choppy market, leaving investors on edge.

The hosts explore why these sudden shifts are taking place, with Rashad noting the chaotic environment in which decisions seem to be made on the fly, drawing a parallel to Peyton Manning's game-time audibles. Troy expands on the challenges businesses face with such abrupt changes, including the difficulty in financial forecasting and the accumulation of debt amidst uncertainty.

Ian offers advice to traders, emphasizing the importance of having clear targets and recognizing this period as a significant bond opportunity despite the volatility. He recalls similar market conditions during Brexit and stresses the potential for long-term gains for those who remain patient.

In addition, the team touches on the ongoing AI development and the strategic moves of major players like Nvidia, which is committed to onshore manufacturing. This shift could transform the future landscape of the tech industry, with significant investments being made despite the current turbulence.

Join us for this deep dive into the current economic landscape, understand the factors at play, and learn actionable insights for navigating these uncertain times.

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