Life is not about titles money or followers.

It is about people!

In this episode of thats the setup podcast tv we break down why relationships are the real currency of success healing and legacy

From celebrity examples like #TylerPerry and #OprahWinfrey to the loyalty of #LeBronJames and the growth journeys of #JayZ this conversation dives into how connections shape our ceiling

We explore:

• why your network determines your net worth

• how relationships act as mirrors for growth

• clout vs real connection

• repairing trust and protecting your circle

If your tire blew at 2am who would answer

that answer might reveal everything

Follow share and send this to someone who has been part of your journey

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#CulturalPreservation

This week’s what’s the word! news buzz moment connects innovation culture accountability and heritage through headlines that made us pause and think.

We break down the January 23rd incident in Santa Monica California where a Waymo autonomous vehicle struck a child near a school zone raising urgent questions about safety responsibility and the future of driverless technology.

We rewind to the humble beginnings of Ben and Jerry’s ice cream a reminder that iconic brands can start with a small investment a crash course and a bold belief.

We explore the rise of melanin mimicking adaptive pigment systems in the beauty industry with market projections growing from 730 million to over 1 billion by 2036 signaling innovation rooted in inclusivity.

We cross borders to CBC Canada where windsor essex recognizes black history month while confronting controversial decisions around removing black history from textbooks and reframing the narrative toward optimism without erasure.

We also take a nostalgic cultural stop in Hawaii spotlighting crack seed stores and their deep ties to community memory through sweet sour and spicy flavors.

From tech accountability to cultural preservation this episode challenges us to ask what progress really looks like and who it should protect.

-Dr. Rika D.

🔊 featured segments

Waymo’s autonomous vehicle incident near a school zone

• Ben and Jerry's ’s startup journey and entrepreneurial lessons

• melanin inspired beauty tech and market growth

• black history month recognition vs educational erasure in Canada

• hawaii crack seed stores and cultural nostalgia

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What is loyalty? and how do we keep it alive? Because let’s be honest—it’s one thing to fall in love, but it’s a whole different game to stay loyal when life throws shade, bills, and maybe even temptation in the mix.

We will summarize key takeaways: communication, consistency, protecting each other, and repairing broken trust.

• Call to Action: how do you show loyalty in your relationship and where you can grow?

Share your own stories of loyalty on our social media in the comments!

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