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MONEY & POWER: FIFA World Cup's defensive moves
If you’ve tuned into the global football showcase over the last few days, you probably noticed something bizarre. No, it wasn't a player attempting a bicycle kick and accidentally leveling the referee. It was the stadium seats. Specifically, the giant, gaping oceans of empty plastic chairs during matches that are supposedly "sold out."
Hugh Straight
2 days ago4 min read


Money and Power Monday: The High-Earner Ego Trap
Yet, if you’re honest, a bigger income hasn't automatically translated into feeling wealthier. Instead, it feels like the goalposts keep moving.
Hugh Straight
Jun 73 min read


MONEY & POWER: Spotting the Next Market Shift Before it Hits
We have all felt that distinct, uneasy sensation of economic whiplash. One minute the financial media screams that consumer spending is at an all-time high; the next minute, central banks drop a casual remark about liquidity, and suddenly your local commercial real estate market looks like a ghost town from a high-budget zombie flick. For everyday entrepreneurs, translating these planetary alignments of high finance into actionable daily strategy isn't just a neat trick—it’s
Hugh Straight
Jun 13 min read


ABFF 2026: How to Unleash a Black Excellence vibe on screen
Whether you are a creator looking to get a foot in the door or a dedicated cinephile advocating for diverse representation, navigating a massive festival like ABFF requires strategy. Here is how to extract the absolute most value out of the experience. Here's insight to help you enjoy film festivals with ABFF as our dynamic setting in MIami.
Tony Lesesne
May 315 min read


MONEY & POWER- The NASDAQ: Where the Future Goes Shopping
If the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is a grand, old-money ballroom where people in suits shake hands over mahogany tables, the NASDAQ is the high-tech, neon-lit digital lounge where the future is being coded in real-time.
Hugh Straight
Apr 202 min read


The Historic Legacy of Miami's Marshall L. Davis Captured on Film
By Woodie Lesesne, LMG Entertainment Network To say that history was made in Miami on the evening of April 10 would be an understatement. It was a beautiful starry night in downtown Miami, where the very soul of Dade County seemed to converge within the walls of the incredibly beautiful, ornate, and historic Olympia Theater. We weren't just attending a premiere of the documentary film “An Instrumental Start- A model for the Nation" We attended the 42nd annual Miami Film Fes
LMGE
Apr 175 min read


The Urgency of National Minority Health Month
Minorities are at the top of the list for far too many ailments. Every year more black and brown people suffer and die from diseases like Cardiac Disease, Diabetes and maternity mortality up to three times higher than other groups. These are just a few of the more prevalent illnesses, but the list is extensive, and for a variety of reasons.
Woodie Lesesne
Apr 134 min read


Why Spring is Miami’s Ultimate Dining Season
There is a brief, golden window in South Florida where the humidity retreats, the breeze carries a hint of salt and jasmine, and the sun feels like a warm embrace rather than a tropical interrogation. We call it Spring. While the rest of the country is shaking off the last of the slush, Miami enters its most sophisticated culinary phase. At IN FOCUS TV, we’ve spent years documenting the evolution of this city’s food scene, and if there is one insight we can share to transform
Hugh Straight
Apr 34 min read


Michelle Obama: From South Side Chicago to the Ivy League and Beyond
Before the custom-tailored gowns and the global stage, there was the grind of 74th and Euclid. The "Michelle Obama Brand" wasn’t focus-grouped into existence; it was forged in the fires of a rock-solid middle-class Chicago household.
Tony Lesesne
Mar 193 min read


The Miami Dining Chronicles: Wynwood's hot spots
Miami isn't just a destination; it’s a mood. And if you want to find the heart of that mood, you head straight to Wynwood. Known globally for its kaleidoscope of street art and industrial-chic energy, this neighborhood has quietly, and then very loudly, become one of the premier dining hubs in the world.
Tony Lesesne
Mar 43 min read


Soul Food Brilliance: Kitchen + Kocktails Ignites in Wynwood
I’ve seen many venues claim the "luxury" label, but stepping into this 8,000-square-foot space felt different. It felt cool, relaxed but electric. It has a "vibe. :It is a beautiful, large, and undeniably classy
Tony Lesesne
Jan 263 min read


TravelFOCUS: Here's Your Guide to an Epic Staycation
In this blog, I am going to share one of my little secrets that keeps me in control and provides needed breaks from a demanding life. Here I will focus on “Staycations”. Maybe you have heard the term “Staycation”, but you’re not exactly sure what that is. So let’s be clear on the definition. A staycation is defined as a recreational break spent at home or within close proximity.
Woodie Lesesne
Jan 24 min read


MONEY & POWER 2026: Time to GET IT.
Welcome to 2026, the year where we finally admit what we’ve known all along: Money, Power, and Impact are the three horsemen of the modern apocalypse—and we all want to be the ones riding them, not getting trampled by them.
Tony Lesesne
Dec 31, 20253 min read


Branding Masterclass: Why Jake Paul is the CEO of Chaos (and We Love It)
If you’re still laughing at Jake Paul, you’re missing the biggest masterclass in brand architecture of the 21st century. People love to hate him, but as a brand builder, I’m watching a genius at work. I’m breaking down the Jake Paul phenomenon in a three-part series that explores how a Disney kid became the most polarizing
Tony Lesesne
Dec 20, 20253 min read


FashionFOCUS: Chic & Stylish Holiday ideas for Her
Winter fashion starts witha vibe beyond simply staying warm. The image above showcases three women, representing different styles seamlessly united by a sophisticated winter aesthetic,
Hugh Straight
Dec 12, 20254 min read


Opa Locka Shines: Witnessing the Art of Transformation
This is where the magic of transformation begins. We have watched with deep admiration as organizations, chiefly the Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC), refused to let this incredible heritage fade.
Tony Lesesne
Dec 10, 20255 min read


Eileen Higgins wins Miami
For decades, Miami stood as a political fortress: nearly 30 years without a Democratic Mayor and never, ever a woman in the city's highest office. This was the fortress of history, of precedent, and of the status quo. And Eileen Higgins, a woman who showed up, did the work, and built trust, just shattered it.
Tony Lesesne
Dec 10, 20253 min read


Lifestyle: Here's your holiday success guide
Let’s talk gifts. The holidays often feel like a high-stakes, consumer-driven competition to see who can acquire the most stuff. Stop it! This year, make a solemn, binding vow to yourself: Set a realistic gifting budget and stick to it.
Hugh Straight
Nov 29, 20253 min read


TravelFOCUS: Art of Black: A Major Upgrade for you in December
Forget everything you think you know about escaping for the holidays. While the rest of the country is battling frozen windshields and dreary skies, Greater Miami and Miami Beach in December are offering a pure, unadulterated slice of paradise, elevated by one of the most significant and fastest-growing cultural movements in the world: Art of Black Miami (AOBM).
Hugh Straight
Nov 23, 20253 min read


Miami Vibez: "BEST of Miami" 2026 lets YOU decide
Suddenly, your brain turns into a frantic rolodex of local legends, hidden gems, and places you swore you'd never tell anyone about. Is it the artisanal gelato place with the lavender-honey flavor, or the abuela who's been scooping guava ice cream for 50 years? Is the sunrise better over South Point or Key Biscayne? And don't even get me started on the Great Cuban Sandwich Debate of 2025. It's enough to make a local want to just point them to the nearest chain restaurant and
Hugh Straight
Nov 21, 20252 min read
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