How I Built This with Guy Raz How I Built Resilience: Live with Cathy Hughes
Jun 18, 2020
Cathy Hughes, founder of Urban One and pioneering entrepreneur in the broadcasting world, shares her insights on resilience in the face of social and economic challenges. She discusses the impact of the Black Lives Matter movement and the COVID-19 crisis on Black entrepreneurs. Cathy emphasizes the need for genuine diversity and inclusion in corporate America and the importance of innovating for community empowerment. Additionally, she highlights the role of media in simplifying complex business concepts, making them accessible for everyone.
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Optimism and Fear
- Cathy Hughes expresses simultaneous encouragement by protests and fear for the economic realities of effectuating change.
- She worries about the impact of the pandemic on small businesses and the potential for devastation.
Past Struggles and Optimism
- Guy Raz recalls Cathy Hughes' unwavering optimism during past struggles, including bankruptcy and creditor pressure.
- He highlights her past confidence in overcoming challenges.
A Different Kind of Demonstration
- Cathy Hughes observes that the current demonstrations feel different, marked by broader recognition of racial injustice.
- The murder of George Floyd and the prolonged exposure to it have intensified the conversation.