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In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast, we sit down with Monique Lewis, founder and CEO of Next 2 Native Language Learning, to explore how she’s reshaping the construction industry through language-based workforce development. What started as a conversation class at a local community college has grown into a B2B solution that’s saving lives and changing how companies invest in their teams.

Monique shares how a tragic construction site accident tied to a language barrier led her to take a bold leap into entrepreneurship. We unpack her journey from part-time educator to business owner, the challenges of moving from B2C to B2B, and how she’s helping companies understand that language isn’t just about communication—it’s about safety, retention, and culture.

Whether you’re a workforce leader, DEI advocate, or builder looking to make your workplace safer and smarter, this episode offers real-world insight into what happens when mission meets opportunity.

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In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast, we sit down with Angel Nicole, founder and CEO of the ALIVE Podcast Network, to explore how she’s building a platform designed to empower Black voices in the podcasting world. With over two decades of experience in media, including producing for icons like Larry King and Jane Pauley, Angel brings a unique mix of creative insight and tech innovation to the table.

Tune in as we unpack her journey from legacy media to launching a full-scale podcast network, the challenges of raising capital as a Black woman founder, and the importance of building tech that protects creator ownership in the age of AI. Whether you’re a podcaster, creative, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode offers a transparent look at what it means to lead with vision and build for community impact.

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In this episode of the Beyond Normal Podcast, we sit down with Khalil El-Amin — co-founder of NicheFire and a true cultural strategist. Khalil takes us through his journey from the football field to founding a tech company that helps brands understand culture in real time. We talk about the hard choices that shaped his career, including stepping away from his father’s business and learning tough sales skills through door-to-door copier sales.

Khalil shares how growing up in a culturally diverse environment inspired him to build NicheFire, a platform that turns complex data into actionable cultural insights for brands. From spotting unexpected consumer trends to using AI to empower teams (not replace them), Khalil gives us a deep look into how culture and data can work hand in hand to shape brand strategy.

Tune in to learn how resilience, curiosity, and a willingness to bet on yourself can lead to big breakthroughs — both in business and in life.

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