Investor Asia Denise joins In The Studio with J Haleem to talk real estate investing, rebuilding after loss, and building generational wealth the right way. Asia breaks down common misconceptions (FHA strategy, down payment assistance, partnerships/JVs, risk profile), plus how service, volunteering, and community can accelerate your business and mindset.

If you’re new to investing or ready to scale, this episode is full of real game—no fluff.

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In this episode of In the Studio with J Haleem, we sit down with Dr. Ria Watson (“The Scholarship Doctor”), founder of Scholarship Solutions, to break down how students can earn scholarships, avoid student loan debt, and even get PAID to go to college. From HBCU roots at Morris Brown College to helping families win millions in scholarship awards, Dr. Ria shares the biggest myths, the “secret sauce” of leadership, and practical steps to secure free money for college, trade school, and certifications.

📌 Learn more: myscholarshipsolutions.com

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In this episode of In the Studio with J Haleem, J Haleem sits down with Mike Peterson, owner of **Bouncy World Indoor Playland, to talk about entrepreneurship, family business, resilience, and what it really takes to keep a community-centered company alive in Las Vegas.

Mike shares how he went from running a bounce house rental company to building a full indoor playland, why cleanliness and safety became his competitive edge, and what it means to grow a business with your family — including the real challenges behind inflation, staffing, overhead, and the pressure of keeping the doors open.

The conversation also addresses recent hardships, including break-ins and the impact they had on operations, plus the importance of community support and not being afraid to ask for help when your business is under attack.

This is a real, grounded episode about building something for families, protecting your dream, and staying in the fight.