The Dr Boyce Breakdown
This is a podcast reflecting the fearless perspectives of intelligent Black people around the world. Led by Finance Professor Dr Boyce Watkins, we engage in expansive, open-minded commentary that will never be constrained to a liberal or conservative box.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 43 minutes
- Episodes
- 1617
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Is a recession on the way or not?
Today I talk about the odds of a recession and whether or not one is on the way.
How the rapper Flo Rida won an $82 million dollar lawsuit
We talk about the rapper Flo Rida and how he won $82 million dollars in a lawsuit.
Usain Bolt just lost millions of dollars and nobody knows what happened
Sprinter Usain Bolt lost nearly all of his money from his investment account and nobody knows how it happened.
Amazon is laying off 18,000 workers - what this says about the economy
Amazon is laying off 18,000 workers and other tech companies are following suit. This is what this move says about the state of the economy.
How Bernie Madoff stole so much money and how you can avoid being scammed
The new Bernie Madoff Documentary is on Netflix, so I thought I'd share things we can learn from this terrible tragedy.
Why Most black people hate the Martin Luther King statue
A statue called "The embrace" was released on MLK Day. Most black people hate it. I surveyed them to understand why. He's what they said.
Who's the black Jeff Bezos? - How Amazon went from nothing to a trillion
Today I speak about Jeff Bezos, Amazon and the lost wealth in the black community.
Why Bed Bath and Beyond is financially dead
Today I analyze the stock from Bed Bath and Beyond and explain why the company is struggling.
Dating while broke - having too many women can ruin your bank account
Today I talk about the fact that black males have a very low net worth and much of this is impacted by the choices we make in terms of dating and relationships.
Black Family reclaims stolen land, then sells it right back
Nearly 100 years ago, Bruce Beach, a popular beachfront property in Los Angeles County, was the victim of a major theft. The beach, which had been owned by the county since 1912, was stolen by LA cou…
Here is a stock I love this week and it's not Bed, Bath and Beyond
Bed Bath & Beyond is an American chain of home furnishing stores founded in 1971. It was originally known as Bed ‘n Bath, and was founded by Warren Eisenberg and Leonard Feinstein. The pair had previ…
The 4 financial traps that leave millions of people economically devastated
Going broke is an issue that affects many people and is caused by a variety of factors. Low wages, debt, unexpected expenses, and a lack of financial literacy are all issues that can lead to financia…
Rapper's fiance calls him broke because he won't spend $250k on their wedding
Weddings are a major financial milestone for many couples. In the United States, the average cost of a wedding has been estimated to be around $30,000. While some couples feel the need to spend a lot…
The stock market continues its wild ride and Amazon just laid off 18,000 people
Today we talk about Amazon's decision to lay off 18,000 people, as well as the chaos in the stock market.
Alarming statistics about single mothers and money
1. Single mothers are more likely to live in poverty than married couples. In 2017, 36% of single mothers were living in poverty compared to 6% of married couples. 2. Single mothers are more likely …
The Buffalo Bills player that nearly died on the field is the NFL's $100 billion dollar problem
Today I spoke with Jeff Lightsy Jr about the near death experience of Damar Hamlin.
Three six mafia rapper dies at 43 - The high economic cost of drug culture in hip hop
I talk about the death of rapper Gangsta Boo from Three Six mafia and drug culture in hip hop.
Donald Trump paid zero taxes in 2020 and people are angry
A lot of people are angry that Donald Trump has such a low tax bill. In fact, he's paid less in taxes than many of the people who are watching this podcast. Then, there is the other group who are …
The Secret to Sticking to Your Financial Resolutions
Making and sticking to a New Year’s resolution can be a challenge, but it’s possible if you have a plan and the right motivation. Here are some tips to help you make and stick to your resolutions in …
What your bank account says about your personality
Money is a reflection of who we are and how we view the world. It can reveal our values, our priorities, and our level of self-control. Money can even show our personality traits. For example, someon…