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Episode 4 · August 22, 2026

Is $300m the price of freedom in America?

About this episode

They offered us $300 million. We said no. Then everything changed.

They talk about building OZY from a simple idea into a major media company, receiving a $300 million acquisition offer, and why they ultimately walked away.

“Don’t let the time do you. Do the time.”

👉 What would you do if everything you built was suddenly at risk? Share your thoughts below.

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00:00 The Four-Year Battle 01:29 How OZY Started 02:03 The $300 Million Offer 03:03 Why They Said No 04:21 The Smear Campaign 05:26 Race & The Justice System 07:21 Finding Unexpected Allies 08:46 Black Business School Sponsor 09:27 Dose Sponsor 10:31 What Happened in Court 12:09 Why Telling Your Story Matters 13:21 “Hope Is Not a Plan” 14:09 Preparing for Prison 16:58 “Don’t Let the Time Do You” 17:25 Be a Greater Blessing 18:04 Watsons: Stronger Together