In this episode of the SoCal Community Round Table Podcast, Sedric Hill and Kelly Rivas open the mic for a real conversation about money, mindset, and financial management.

We discuss how people can make millions and still end up broke, why smart people sometimes make poor financial decisions, and what everyday families, entrepreneurs, and young people can learn from those mistakes.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why high income does not always equal wealth • The financial mistakes that can lead to losing it all • What most people get wrong about having $1 million • The psychology of spending, saving, and lifestyle pressure • How to shift from paycheck thinking to purpose-driven wealth building • Practical steps to protect, manage, and grow your money

Whether you are building wealth, managing a business, supporting your family, or teaching young people about money, this conversation offers practical lessons that can help create stronger financial futures.

New episodes share conversations focused on community impact, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, education, and economic opportunity.

Welcome to the very first episode of the SoCal Community Round Table Podcast, where we highlight the people, programs, and partnerships transforming communities across Southern California and beyond.

In this inaugural episode, we introduce the vision behind the podcast and the mission of SoCal Community Development Corporation—to create economic opportunities for all by expanding access to education, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and housing resources.

This conversation sets the foundation for what listeners can expect: authentic discussions with community leaders, educators, entrepreneurs, financial institutions, and changemakers who are working every day to make a meaningful impact.

Whether you're a community advocate, aspiring homeowner, business owner, or simply someone passionate about strengthening communities, this podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and connect.

🎯 In this episode, we cover:

• Why this podcast was created
• Leadership, what separates good leaders from great ones
• The importance of education and access to opportunity
• The AI and STEM gaps in underserved communities and how to close them
• How we are building a movement that transforms communities

Subscribe and join us as we amplify voices, share solutions, and work together to level the playing field.