Growing Black Wealth: Tycoons Give Money And Knowledge Back To Our Community! | America In Black

Two Black Wall Street investors are trying to inspire the next generations to get educated and build generational wealth. Both from unique backgrounds, one was raised by his grandmother in a small Florida town while the other was raised in Chicago by his lawyer mother and former Tuskegee Airman father. This week on AMERICA IN BLACK, CBS News Correspondent Vlad Duthiers sits down with Eddie C. Brown and John Rogers to discuss their goals to leave a path to long term wealth for Black americans. #BET #AmericaInBlackBET #BlackWealth
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[@wealthessential4515]

If BET show this stuff I will start watching again. Our community don’t need another twerk video or Rap free style beef! This is powerful this is the real black culture.

[@angrycannibal6625]

Look for BLACK OWNED media. Roland Martin is black owned.

[@vm3813]

Well stated!!

[@richjohn3994]

EXACTLY 💯.....It used to until the Black American owner sold it to them other folks 😮

[@shelleygreyrealtor]

Let them know. This is what our community needs.

[@katiagification]

Yes!

[@ericbowie-qt2f2bb59]

Why is this only 10 mins? Can we make these types of important BIOs longer? Just a thought. Thanks for posting this.

[@Rashaadthegr8]

We need a movie on these two.

[@jamealcalhoun5050]

Facts

[@arnoldr4138]

Absolutely

[@alexpriceonline]

Immediately!!

[@afrikikianimation435]

i think there is one already on the engineer.

[@frozentundra7446]

...And Reginald F. Lewis!

[@shelleygreyrealtor]

"Stay on the path and make footprints for others to follow." Wow❤

[@danarobinson6156]

Wealth is hidden, riches are seen.

[@The_Truth-]

The rich holler and the wealthy whisper.

[@Shadow-user-pq3ik1wd5c]

Thanks for highlighting these two pioneers. We black people need to see that we can be successful outside of sports and acting or music. I hope this story inspires a new generation of black financial entrepreneurs, and hopefully they look particularly at Mr Brown's example. He married a black woman, and in so doing, is keeping the wealth in the black community.👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@JamesSalomon947]

Why isn't this being broadcasted to larger audiences

[@stormomega37]

Finally a positive black story❤❤ I am sick of all the negative media news!!!

[@razorsharplifestyle101hard9]

Its positive for him.but its not impacting his generation or the x generation of black men.Because they always been unfortunately risk adversed.And thats why poverty networth is a serious problem widespread amongest them.They just didnt believed in the stockmarket investing.I never heard anybody in my family speak about it or in my neighborhood.But being a outlier i always been curious about it so i pursued early on.

[@rogerwalker2892]

Why can't we have more positive uplifting stories like these instead of the rubbish that they keep promoting.

[@darinheight6293]

Because they don’t want us to gain this kind of knowledge

[@vm3813]

Again, well stated!

[@vm3813]

@@darinheight6293Wrong dear friend. Google and the LIBRARY puts out DAILY info of our history, books and self improvement development…….choices, choices, CHOICES. Sneakers or books. ……”poor by circumstances, dirty by choice”. My Father gave me that last statement.👍🏽

[@BBFLYRISEN]

Because y’all keep watching BET which keeps rating gs up so they see no need to change their content . Just stop watching.

[@razorsharplifestyle101hard9]

You know how old this story? Blacks of his generation even my generation are risk aversed.And thats why they never really believed to invest in the stockmark or wealth in it.

[@askeldouglas421]

Congratulations gentleman The is extraordinary ,as a black men in the city of London .thank you .🇬🇧

[@C_A_Ross]

I don’t think Ive watched any BET content in two decades. Well done piece! You should really think about releasing an extended version, surely there’s more.

[@yvonneplant9434]

It got sold to Viacom which became Paramount Global.

[@ms2bloved126]

I have not watched BET in YEARS. If this is the type of programming on I need to take a second look. Great content.

[@cycooper1072]

Absolutely LOVE this. Thank You for sharing. I truly BELIEVE Financial Literacy is the KEY 🔑.

[@marietaylor5174]

Absolutely without a doubt!!!

[@davyslanguages]

Black is beautiful ❤

[@josh_le_artist]

Great story. This is what we need more of

[@marlonbernardez3847]

Well done BET Network! This is exactly what this channel should he producing!

[@richjohn3994]

They skated around the Tulsa Okahome part....😢😢

[@loreneaustin5304]

OMG I'm surprised but happy with BET. When did they air this at 3:00 am?

[@quavoriswellington2737]

Inspirational. A true testament of will power and destiny. One man from privilege, another from humble beginnings. “Every man is trying to live up to something or make up for mistakes”

[@davyslanguages]

Congratulations brothers ❤

[@JamesonSharp]

I appreciate Mr. Brown and his fellow Advisers. My Son is mixed and I need to have him join me in the Family Business one day. I will have to have my son watch you guys. Thank you 🙏 JS

[@libertyordeath555]

Thank you for this, sending to all my friends & fam. I just wish these 2 gentlemen were as well known as Diddy & Sexy Red.

[@karynjoshua3878]

I wish they were teaching this investment courses when I were in Middletown school, what a Financial Blessing 👍

[@sljt8d2g7nfp4ua6ey]

Thank Mr. Brown and Mr. Rogers for reaching back to help people to move forward 👍✅.

[@Natty-hm8jt]

These two men are phenomenal 🎉 what they have bulit & what they have already done for those kids is something un heard off. They are soo lucky..I hope they all have prosperous futures.

[@mrhwtf6600]

Great Great Interview!!

[@lesliecolson6174]

This was absolutely phenomenal.

[@kluivertbiggie3544]

Thank you very much for this wonderful video

[@TCTALKSTCFITNESS94]

Growing wealth is key. Own assets and enjoy the journey. Let’s go everyone 💯🧠📈

[@Piscesstyle4040]

Wish I had these classes when I was growing up...

[@user-wt6dc5ss6f]

Absolutely beautiful, these men get it! I was so happy to hear a great report from the community that has been defying stereotypes and quietly moving forward, black Americans. See all we can be! Very, very good stuff, educating the children build schools and actually teaching! I hope more billionaires will follow these men’s excellent example. To many millionaires get their blessings and do not understand what has been given to them and why.

[@yvonneplant9434]

LL

[@MichaelAndrews1]

Watching this made me feel inspired and nostalgic of what BET TV used to be. Lets keep stories like this a focus. 💯

[@deejohnson1105]

Powerful

[@alexpriceonline]

This is awesome!

[@blkcyborg92]

This is good stuff right here, but I don’t understand why we have to single ourselves out.. Why say “Black Wealth”??? Why not just say “Growing Wealth” and let the thumbnail speak for it self. There’s already 3 well dressed black man on it.

[@FACTZ973]

These men need to be applauded for their vision and efforts.

[@bowinkle8272]

This is phenomenal. Stay on the path and make footprints!

[@CortezLabs]

Thank you for the inspiration

[@alexd.387]

This video is very inspirational 👏🏽

[@AwomKenneth]

this is very inspiring !!

[@syrettescott383]

Just wonderful! Thank you.

[@JoelGrant-ie4ly]

Both gentlemen seem able to affect positive changes in their communities. I hope for continued success for both of them and their companies, and that they continue to inspire many.

[@LearW-tc9ez]

Awesome need more content like this 🙌🏽

[@user-ph2oo7zm4u]

This is an inspiring story, thanks for sharing!

[@phoebejones7258]

Wow... This video was so enlightening & inspirational.

[@TUXMAN06]

Watching this gives me goosebumps❤

[@TheLovely990]

Love it! We need more stories like this.❤❤

[@mikethomas6715]

Thanks for sharing your experience & knowledge. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 👏 👏 👏 👍 👍👍

[@TheFearlessAmbitionPodcast]

Excellent episode. Thank you

[@echad6259]

Great vid

[@02nupe]

Quality content.

[@reaverhickman5012]

Good job

[@jeremiahologhobo6952]

❤ this is awesome. More like this please.

[@jamesa.thornton9751]

This is an awesome story. Super powerful.

[@dorrethramsay5863]

This is really inspiring. So proud of their great achievements and contributions to their communities. I believed with hard work, we all can achieve something phenomenal in life, inspite of difficulty, some to a greater extent. ❤🎉

[@DjDj-ku2lm]

The best I’ve ever listened to

[@trentalexander2413]

Stay on the path and leave footprints… Nice quote

[@loisleonard3055]

Excellent

[@jacquelinehinson834]

This is how my education began I was purchasing stocks in 6th grade

[@higher.yearning]

Enjoyed this!

[@emzywillrich7243]

Great video!

[@augustusb3501]

Awesome 👌🏾

[@Amafaranga300]

Watching from Rwanda

[@growden100]

This was great.

[@GunnTop]

Amazing story!!

[@bockariejombor]

Absolutely phenomenal 👏🏿🤴🏿

[@WalkLikeUs]

Great Episode

[@naaopoku8480]

All those grand mothers🎉🎉🎉

[@arnoldr4138]

Yes

[@KOKAYI69]

"That was a Vision"

[@karenherbert8095]

Thank you.

[@TCTALKSTCFITNESS94]

Trust the process

[@kyrielarenta7373]

Stay on the path and make footprints 👣 ❤

[@wendyshoowaiching4161]

Awesome

[@carltonmcgee8878]

This is dope. Peace.

[@yvonneplant9434]

That's part of our problem. Stop usind slang. Stop using words like " dope'.

[@TonyMoze]

Love it

[@amaradavid001]

God bless

[@stanleynewman4367]

Alleluia ThkU Amen 🙏

[@stayonfireministry]

HalelluYAH

[@Here4TheHeckOfIt]

I watched a documentary about the Greenwood Race Massacre a few years ago. It was tragic. I hope to see communities like Greenwood rise up from those ashes, all across the U.S. Everyone excelling will only make this country strong.

[@lilpetec6803]

That's what I was trying to do for the black community. We need help in education in our community about growing and accumulated wealth and not living paycheck to paycheck.

[@RBLACKPEARL7]

My parents taught me I can be whatever I want in this world! This video needs to be sent to the woke black people who cry that the white man is holding them back! So they can stop embarrassing those of Us black Americans who growing and building!

[@patrickmclaren7623]

Beautiful 😍

[@meanmachine99999]

I haven’t heard a single Fortune 500 CEO or new tech founder be called a “tycoon” in the last 5 years…. The irony just writes itself

[@sanforddennis9793]

These two men could walk through the black community and not a soul would recognize them. Let Sexy Redd, Cardi B, Megan the Stallion walk through and everyone would recognize them. Priorities! It speaks for itself.

[@dccycler3554]

So inspired by this program. Exceptionally done. Thank you. I remain hopeful, and am provoked to do more and build legacy in our firm.

[@Faithisthesubstanceandevidence]

BET needs to highlight Armstead and Maggie Lena Walker, Reginald Lewis, John Rogers, Eddie Brown, Sheila Johnson!!!

[@77magicbus]

GReat idea to teach investing to high schoolers.

[@sheilahollingsworth1316]

I have a gold mine. I'd love to have a Black backer. For a percentage of each sold copy. Love my Black people!

[@Faithisthesubstanceandevidence]

And unknown heroes!!!

[@The_Truth-]

This is the material I want to see on BET, take off the Ms. Pat show.

[@jamesjones-dj9ty]

This is a AMAZING STORY! There is no excuse for the young generation. Slavery is over. Can't blame ANYONE for your falure!

[@yvonneplant9434]

So right. Perfect comment.

[@sheilahollingsworth1316]

May I invest?

[@aaronlee4948]

Thanks for sharing these stories. BET has so much potential but the potential gets lost in meaningless TV shows and the same movies that have been aired time after time. It kind of saddens me.

[@Faithisthesubstanceandevidence]

I researched different investment funds and decided to give my $50 a month to Ariel! My money doubled in a few years! It had to because I didn’t really understand what I was doing but I knew I needed to try! It grew! I withdrew $5,000 before the crash!

[@sheilahollingsworth1316]

Sir, I'ma quick to grasp, learner. Please teach me, and allow me to invest in your company, Mr. Brown!

[@AmazinLove757]

How can we get these programs within our colored community centers?

[@timeforgottentales]

Can we stop using the derogatory term 'colored' to describe ourselves 🙄

[@AmazinLove757]

@@timeforgottentales would you prefer black?

[@AmazinLove757]

If you are easily offended by the term colored, it may be time for you to realize... We are all different shades of brown. The color spectrum is wide. There is nothing negative about that word unless used with intent to be negative.

[@siyasamente9590]

"Sticks and stones can break my bones but words can never hurt me."

[@freeworld2275]

@@AmazinLove757 Black American is fine

[@sheilahollingsworth1316]

I'm an ex educator, as well.

[@theofficialblackdirectory]

What do they mean by a new generation? What if someone is 60, 50 0r 40 & inspired by this & want to start?

[@KOKAYI69]

Are they investing n Africa? Agribusiness & Sustainable Energy Production!

[@jhondelv8891]

I will be in this category in 5 years. I will be a very successful, profitable stock investor and trader. I will be visiting schools, too, to donate and teach them about financial literacy. I will be very wealthy.