Steve Harvey Morning Show

Info You Can Use: She's testament to perseverance and the power of financial independence.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jasmine Young.

Founder and president of the Financial Literacy Institute. Here's a summary of the key themes and highlights from the conversation:

🎙️ Interview Highlights Jasmine Young’s Background

Born in Jackson, Alabama, and raised in a rural, close-knit community.
Attended Alabama A&M University on a full scholarship, where she decided early on to become a CPA.
Emphasized the value of her HBCU experience in building confidence and professional readiness.

Financial Literacy Mission

Jasmine’s passion for numbers and financial education began early and was nurtured by her family’s practical financial habits.
Her parents instilled financial discipline and responsibility, which she now channels into her mission to spread financial literacy “one family at a time.”

Cultural and Historical Awareness

Jasmine discusses the legacy of Black Wall Street and the importance of economic empowerment in the Black community.
She organizes the Black Wall Street Black Business Expo, which honors the past while promoting modern Black entrepreneurship and civic engagement.

Social Impact and Civic Engagement

Inspired by the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder and the economic power of the Black community, Jasmine emphasizes the importance of using financial influence to drive social change.
She’s considering law school to further her impact, though she currently focuses on financial literacy and community empowerment.

Personal Insights

Jasmine shares her journey from feeling ashamed of her rural upbringing to embracing it as a source of strength and heritage.
She also reveals her musical background and Cherokee ancestry, adding depth to her personal story.

#STRAW

#BEST

#SHMS

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October 03, 2025

Info You Can Use: She's testament to perseverance and the power of financial independence.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jasmine Young.

Founder and president of the Financial Literacy Institute. Here's a summary of the key themes and highlights from the conversation:

🎙️ Interview Highlights Jasmine Young’s Background

Born in Jackson, Alabama, and raised in a rural, close-knit community.
Attended Alabama A&M University on a full scholarship, where she decided early on to become a CPA.
Emphasized the value of her HBCU experience in building confidence and professional readiness.

Financial Literacy Mission

Jasmine’s passion for numbers and financial education began early and was nurtured by her family’s practical financial habits.
Her parents instilled financial discipline and responsibility, which she now channels into her mission to spread financial literacy “one family at a time.”

Cultural and Historical Awareness

Jasmine discusses the legacy of Black Wall Street and the importance of economic empowerment in the Black community.
She organizes the Black Wall Street Black Business Expo, which honors the past while promoting modern Black entrepreneurship and civic engagement.

Social Impact and Civic Engagement

Inspired by the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder and the economic power of the Black community, Jasmine emphasizes the importance of using financial influence to drive social change.
She’s considering law school to further her impact, though she currently focuses on financial literacy and community empowerment.

Personal Insights

Jasmine shares her journey from feeling ashamed of her rural upbringing to embracing it as a source of strength and heritage.
She also reveals her musical background and Cherokee ancestry, adding depth to her personal story.

#STRAW

#BEST

#SHMS

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October 03, 2025

Info You Can Use: She's testament to perseverance and the power of financial independence.

Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Jasmine Young.

Founder and president of the Financial Literacy Institute. Here's a summary of the key themes and highlights from the conversation:

🎙️ Interview Highlights Jasmine Young’s Background

Born in Jackson, Alabama, and raised in a rural, close-knit community.
Attended Alabama A&M University on a full scholarship, where she decided early on to become a CPA.
Emphasized the value of her HBCU experience in building confidence and professional readiness.

Financial Literacy Mission

Jasmine’s passion for numbers and financial education began early and was nurtured by her family’s practical financial habits.
Her parents instilled financial discipline and responsibility, which she now channels into her mission to spread financial literacy “one family at a time.”

Cultural and Historical Awareness

Jasmine discusses the legacy of Black Wall Street and the importance of economic empowerment in the Black community.
She organizes the Black Wall Street Black Business Expo, which honors the past while promoting modern Black entrepreneurship and civic engagement.

Social Impact and Civic Engagement

Inspired by the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder and the economic power of the Black community, Jasmine emphasizes the importance of using financial influence to drive social change.
She’s considering law school to further her impact, though she currently focuses on financial literacy and community empowerment.

Personal Insights

Jasmine shares her journey from feeling ashamed of her rural upbringing to embracing it as a source of strength and heritage.
She also reveals her musical background and Cherokee ancestry, adding depth to her personal story.

#STRAW

#BEST

#SHMS

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

October 03, 2025