Earn Your Leisure

In this episode, Rashad Bilal and guest Andre Iguodala, joined by Evan Turner, engage in a thought-provoking discussion about authenticity in communication, entrepreneurship, and navigating different social spaces. The conversation delves into the concept of code-switching, relatability, and the delicate balance that black individuals in positions of power face as they climb the ladder of success. The theme initially arises as Iguodala recounts a childhood experience, detailing his mother's adeptness at adjusting her tone and demeanor when speaking to individuals from different backgrounds. Iguodala shares how this early exposure instilled in him an understanding of the necessity to adapt to various social environments, a practice commonly known as code-switching. This anecdote lays the foundation for a deep exploration of the dual identity many black professionals adopt to succeed in diverse professional and personal settings.Evan Turner contributes to the discussion by emphasizing the need to maintain a