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What's Your Legacy?Richard Thompson Ford: The Legacy of an Everyday Renaissance Attorney Yvette captures the essence of Richard Thompson Ford as a renaissance attorney whose work addresses people in everyday experiences. Richard Ford is a professor at Stanford Law School. He has been a visiting professor at Harvard, Yale and Columbia Law Schools. He has lectured in 12 countries on five continents. He has been a practicing attorney, worked in the public sector and has written about law, social and cultural issues and race relations for The New York Times, The Washington Post, the San Francisco Chronicle, and Slate, and has appeared on The Colbert Report and The Rachel Maddow Show. He is the...2025-05-2930 min
What's Your Legacy?Stefanie Clark: A Legacy of Showing up for Others - Habitat for HumanityYvette's conversation with Stefanie Clark is all about showing up. Stefanie has served as the Family Program Director at Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County for the past 23 years. During this time, Stefanie has been there for families. She has worked to expand access to affordable homeownership, has developed and facilitated a financial empowerment program called Almost Home, and has been personally involved with 118 families’ home purchases, and still counting. Stefanie shares with Yvette Habitat affiliate’s transition to a land trust model of homeownership.2025-04-2430 min
What's Your Legacy?Saint-Germain-des-Prés in Paris, France – Pont Royal Hotel – History of Literature, Jazz and ArtYvette’s stay at the Pont Royal Hotel, a former “writer’s residence” turned hotel and later expanded to its impressive destination status, was enhanced by her opportunity to interview the general manager, Frederic Legallois. The hotel is located on the Left Bank of the Seine River, where artists and intellectuals of the early and mid-20th century held court on café terraces in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. This neighborhood is a postcard-perfect vision of Paris: a grand, boutique-filled boulevard; café terraces practically made for people-watching; former residences turned into hotels; antique shops and bookstores spilling out on cobblestoned squares. Yvette enjoyed the hotel staff...2025-04-1028 min
What's Your Legacy?Kelly Elaine Navies: A Legacy of an Oral Historian Sharing Her StoryYvette talks with Kelly Elaine Navies who is a Museum Specialist Oral Historian at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, DC. Kelly talks about how oral history became her passion. It began with a college assignment that resulted in her finding the legacy of her great-great-grandmother born into slavery in Asheville, North Carolina.2025-03-2720 min
What's Your Legacy?Daphne Rubin-Vega: The Legacy of a Broadway ActressYvette sits down for an interview with Daphne Rubin-Vega: an amazing, talented actress, singer, songwriter and dancer. Daphne has two Tony Award nominations to her credit: one for her role in Rent as Best Actress in a Musical, and the other for her performance as Conchita in Anna in the Tropics. In 2021, Daphne played the role of Daniela in In the Heights, earning praise for her performance from critics. 2025-03-2025 min
What's Your Legacy?Angela Brown: A Soprano's LegacyAngela Brown’s passion for her gifts is evident in her conversation with Yvette. Angela personifies the ideal soprano: sheer vocal power; luxurious finesse; and shimmering, high pianissimos. With captivating star power, she unites opera, pops, and gospel in one sensational voice. She has graced the leading opera and symphonic stages on six continents. Performances in 2024 included two world premieres: the soprano solo for award-winning composer Nkeiru Okoye’s new work, “When the Caged Bird Sings,” inspired by the life of Dr. Maya Angelou. She also reprised the role of Addie Parker in Charlie Parker’s Yardbird with the I...2025-03-1331 min
What's Your Legacy?A'Lelia Bundles: The Legacy of Madam C.J. WalkerYvette has a lively conversation with A'Lelia Bundles, the great-great-granddaughter of trailblazing entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker. Madam C.J. Walker is often referred to as one of the first self-made African American millionaires. But what is most important is the legacy that Madam C.J. Walker left, the generational wealth she created, the women she empowered and the causes she was involved in. A'Lelia Bundles, an award-winning journalist and author, has been at the forefront of documenting the legacy of Madam C.J. Walker. Her book On Her Own Ground served as the inspiration of the Netflix series Self...2025-02-2731 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Ivette Ruiz: The Legacy of Healing GardensYvette talks with Dr. Ivette Ruiz who returned to What's Your Legacy to talk about her third Disability & Agriculture Conference, scheduled for April 16, 2025. Dr. Ivette Ruiz's journey exemplifies the human spirit's ability to heal through faith, nature and community. Her dedication to healing in nature and inspiring others to repurpose themselves leaves a lasting impact, one thriving garden at a time.2025-02-2024 min
What's Your Legacy?Karen Loucks Rinedollar: The Legacy of Project LinusYvette's conversation with Karen Loucks Rinedollar is inspiring. Karen is an accomplished author, speaker, athlete, knitter, entrepreneur and volunteer who has dedicated her life to making a positive impact on the world. She has managed the career of legendary jazz drummer Ginger Baker and as sole owner and executive director of the Denver Speakers Bureau, she serves as an agent for almost 100 professional speakers who enlighten, educate and inspire audiences. Karen is best known for her work as founder & Denver coordinator of Project Linus, a non-profit that provides handcrafted security blankets to children in need of extra c...2025-02-1333 min
What's Your Legacy?Lynne Kelleher: Legacy of a Realtor ExtraordinaireYvette has an exciting discussion with Realtor extraordinaire, Lynne Kelleher. As a self-described part marketing guru, negotiator, psychologist, stager, comedian, cajoler, advocate and general hand holder, Lynne brings her full quintessential self to everything she does with gust and enthusiasm. Her further passion for making a difference led her to serve as the founder of 100+ Women Who Care – Bucks County.2025-02-0630 min
What's Your Legacy?Shawna Wells: Legacy ArchitectYvette has an inspiring conversation with Shawna Wells, the President and Founder of 7 Gen Legacy and podcast host of Legacy, Lyrics and Life. Shawna has spent nearly 20 years as an executive coach and Legacy Architect guiding leaders, families, and communities toward living intentionally and creating the future they want to leave behind. She’s a pro at helping anyone align their daily actions with the impact they want to make for generations to come. She’s also the founder of B is for Black Brilliance, a children’s book and organization celebrating Black creativity.2025-01-3031 min
What's Your Legacy?David Edey: Legacy of an Executor AdvisorYvette has a vibrant and informative conversation with David Edey who shares Yvette’s passion for protecting people’s legacy. David is a Certified Executor Advisor (CEA) who has worked in the financial planning industry in Montreal, Canada for more than 35 years, specializing in estate and legacy planning. He is the author of Executor Help, How to Settle an Estate, Pick an Executor and Avoid Family Fights and host of the Executor Help Podcast: Stories of Life, Death and Legacy.2025-01-2333 min
What's Your Legacy?Bruce Cryer: The Legacy of a Renaissance HumanYvette’s dynamic and fun conversation with Bruce Cryer, renaissance man, creativity catalyst, strategist, provides wisdom and life guidance for the ages. Bruce was the founding director of the acclaimed HeartMath Institute and later CEO of HeartMath for 11 years. HeartMath is about optimal health, human performance and the heart-brain-breath connection. Bruce put his view of health and leadership in practice dealing with his own personal life-threatening health issues. He is now 15 years cancer-free, and 14 years dancing and hiking on titanium hips. You can access his new VYBRATO™ program where he will share his transformational wisdom: Dynamic Practices for Mastering the Waves...2025-01-1636 min
What's Your Legacy?Wynne Alexander: The Legacy of a Voice For Social JusticeYvette speaks with Wynne Alexander, an award-winning civil rights author, filmmaker and investigative journalist with extensive broadcast expertise and contributions in public affairs. Wynne shares her extensive work with the preservation of the legacy of WDAS, a nationally known Philadelphia radio station that helped to launch the civil rights movement. 2025-01-0930 min
What's Your Legacy?Alex Husted: Legacy of Trash to Treasure Through Textile RecyclingYvette talks with Alex Husted, CIO and co-founder of Helpsy, which is a company addressing the environmental problem of textile waste. Alex explains how textile waste is as huge of a problem to our environment as plastics. Helpsy is helping to address this environmental problem through clothing recycling.2024-12-2628 min
What's Your Legacy?Sam Farmer: The Legacy of an Autism AdvocateYvette's discussion with Sam Farmer explores the advancement (and in some cases the not so advancement) in the treatment and understanding of the autism spectrum. In Sam's book, A Long Walk Down a Winding Road - Small Steps, Challenges, & Triumphs Through an Autistic Lens, he addresses his late diagnosis of being autistic and provides self-help guidance to those in the autism community.2024-12-1938 min
What's Your Legacy?B. Monét: The Legacy of a Film and Television Writer and DirectorYvette recently met B. Monet at the showing of the documentary Black Girls at the Middleburg Virginia Film Festival. B. Monet was the director of the documentary which Yvette describes as a piercing view into life of the selected black women represented in the film. B. Monet is a distinguished writer and director who obtained her B.A. in English from Spelman College and an MFA in Film and Television with a concentration in writing and directing from New York University. B. Monet shared with Yvette her commitment to showcasing underrepresented people in film, media, and television.2024-12-1230 min
What's Your Legacy?Julie Cardoso: The Legacy of a Credentialed Ultrasound SpecialistYvette talks with Julie Cardoso, CEO and founder of Universal Ultrasound Diagnostics. Julie shares how the ability to examine veins and arteries in the legs, arms, neck, abdomen and heart through ultrasound helps to address the existence and care of cardiovascular disease. In her discussion with Yvette and in her current business, Julie demonstrates her passion for direct patient care. Learn more about Universal Ultrasound Diagnostics: https://uudvt.com2024-12-0529 min
What's Your Legacy?Sonya Denise: A Legacy of FaithYvette's conversation with Sonya Denise, a Philadelphia-based author, speaker, and ordained minister, explores touchstones for inspiration and for overcoming adversity. Sonya's new book, Resilient Reflections: Letters to Our Younger Selves, is a deeply personal and inspirational guide to embracing life’s challenges and rising stronger than ever. Sonya offers readers a roadmap to discovering their inner strength and purpose.2024-11-2830 min
What's Your Legacy?Alessandra Conti: The Legacy of a MatchmakerYvette discusses live (versus online) matchmaking with Alessandra Conti. Alessandra is the CEO of the personal matchmaking firm Matchmakers In The City, based in Beverly Hills. Alessandra shares with Yvette her love for helping individuals find their match, soulmate. Alessandra is a frequent media guest and the go-to on-air Celebrity Matchmaker and Dating Expert for NBC's Access Hollywood, Bravo’s Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, a Matchmaker behind 2 seasons of MTV's, Are You The One, and CBS’s Face The Truth. 2024-11-2133 min
What's Your Legacy?Debbie Sardone: The Legacy of a Cleaning EmpireYvette talks with Debbie Sardone who from humble beginnings created a cleaning job into a seven-million-dollar cleaning empire. After Debbie built one of the country's largest maid services in the Dallas area, she began training other cleaning business owners to build and grow their own independent cleaning companies. Debbie also shares with Yvette her passion in helping others with her non-profit, Cleaning For A Reason, which has provided free house cleaning services to over 50,000 families with cancer. 2024-11-1435 min
What's Your Legacy?Sharon Marley: The Legacy of A Reggae FamilyYvette talks with Sharon Marley, the daughter of the legendary reggae artist Bob Marley. Sharon talks about her life in Jamaica and the musical legacy of her family. For over two decades, Sharon crisscrossed the globe with her brothers and sister as part of Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers. They earned three Grammy Awards and an NAACP Award. Sharon’s name is etched into the very soul of music.2024-11-0732 min
What's Your Legacy?Sara Jane Ho: A Legacy of Etiquette ReimaginedYvette talks with entrepreneur, author and Netflix series "Mind Your Manners" host, Sara Jane Ho. Sara's international background and global perspective led her to open the first etiquette school in China, write "Mind Your Manners" titled after her Netflix series, and launch a new intimate wellness brand inspired by traditional Chinese medicine. Sara's ingenuity is inspirational. 2024-10-3134 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Nina Saville-Rocklin: Mind Matters - The Legacy of a PsychoanalystYvette has a conversation about binge eating with Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin, a renowned author, podcast host, and one of the nation’s leading psychoanalysts. Dr. Savelle-Rocklin's signature message, “It’s not what you’re eating, it’s what’s eating 'at' you,” has resonated with hundreds of thousands of listeners from around the globe. She is the founder of The Binge Cure Method and she guides emotional eaters to create lasting food freedom so they can take back control of their lives and feel good in their bodies. 2024-10-2426 min
What's Your Legacy?Kris Allen: The Legacy of an American Idol WinnerYvette talks with Arkansas-born musician Kris Allen who in 2019 celebrated the 10th anniversary of his American Idol win by releasing “10,” an album of reimagined acoustic versions of some of his most beloved songs. In 2024, his album, “Pole Vaulter”, featured the imaginative songwriting and stunning vocals that put Kris on the map. Kris shares with Yvette some of the inspirations for his most introspective work.2024-10-1728 min
What's Your Legacy?Nico de Klerk: Legacy of Apartheid Part II - From a Mindset of Can’t To a Mindset of CanIn 2024, Yvette toured South Africa. During that time, she spoked with many South Africans about their legacy. This episode is a prior interview before Yvette’s opportunity to visit South Africa. Yvette revisits the legacy of apartheid in South Africa with a white South African, Nico de Klerk. What initiatives can help change the devastating impact of apartheid and support a move for actual equality for all South Africans? The similarities between apartheid in South Africa and slavery in the United States can serve as guideposts for positive advancements for both nations. Visit Nico de Kler...2024-10-1031 min
What's Your Legacy?Nico de Klerk and Jabu Zwane: The Legacy of ApartheidIn 2024, Yvette toured South Africa. During that time, she spoked with many South Africans about their legacy. This episode is a prior interview before Yvette’s opportunity to visit South Africa. Yvette explores the legacy of apartheid in South African with a white South African, Nico de Klerk, and a black South African, Jabu Zwane, who have had a friendship spanning decades. Nico has written a book, No Fit: My 1700 Mile Walk from Apartheid, and Jabu is the founder of the Mindset Development Institute and serves as a global speaker and coach. 2024-10-0332 min
What's Your Legacy?Gail Johnson: The Legacy of Nkosi's HavenDuring Yvette’s travel to Johannesburg (Roodepoort), South Africa, she meets with Gail Johnson, founder and director of Nkosi's Haven. Nkosi's Haven is named after Nkosi Johnson, who was born with AIDS and during his short lifetime became an advocate and international spokesperson for the care of individuals with AIDS without discrimination. Nkosi's Haven is a place offering shelter, care and support to HIV/AIDS infected mothers, their children and orphaned children with AIDS. 2024-09-2624 min
What's Your Legacy?Lucie Elskie: The Legacy of a South African Social WorkerDuring Yvette’s travel to Pretoria (Sunnyside), South Africa, she meets with Lucie Elskie, a chief administrator with PEN (Participate, Envision and Navigate) a South African non-profit. PEN has been addressing many social issues in South Africa. Lucie shares with Yvette the specific social need in South Africa for affordable pre-schools. Yvette has previously interviewed Nancy Schongalla, the founder of ASAP (Adopt a South African Pre-School). This American non-profit now partners with PEN to help make a difference in the education of preschoolers with educational toys. 2024-09-1920 min
What's Your Legacy?Season Six: Legacy of International Places and Extraordinary PeopleThis season Yvette will travel internationally to explore the legacy of many places. This will add a new dimension to our programing which will continue interviews with local and national talent. Listen and expand your horizons. 2024-09-1209 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Fitzroy Dawkins: A Legacy of Clinical Trial Advocacy in the African American CommunityYvette has a conversation with Dr. Fitzroy Dawkins, a medical oncologist and hematologist, about his quest to become more influential in shaping clinical trials in the African American community. With the sordid history of medical testing in the African American community, there is a significant reluctance by the African American community to participate in clinical trials. Dr. Dawkins reflects on the Tuskegee experiment as one such diabolical example. For that reason and others, Dr. Dawkins consistently advocates for the training of more Black physicians skilled in the science and art of clinical trials so they can better serve their communities an...2024-06-0626 min
What's Your Legacy?Kate Scott: The Legacy of a Sports Play-by-Play AnnouncerYvette enjoys an energetic conversation with Kate Scott, Philadelphia 76ers play-by-play announcer for NBC Sports. Kate talks about her career as a sports media veteran. She has been calling top international, professional, and collegiate events on television and radio for more than a decade and has served in several groundbreaking roles.2024-05-3030 min
What's Your Legacy?Boris Cherniak: The Legacy of a HypnotistYvette explores the work of hypnotist Boris Cherniak. Boris works as a comedy hypnotist, global keynote speaker. He is the author of YOU CAN DO ANYTHING. He has appeared on numerous television shows and has headlined on the Las Vegas strip, entertained troops in Afghanistan and Kuwait, and empowered women at a leadership conference in Dubai. After over 40 years, Boris continues to do work that is both engaging and unforgettable.2024-05-0925 min
What's Your Legacy?Tracey Boston: Legacy of a Superyacht StewardessYvette talks with Tracey Boston, superyacht stewardess and co-founder of "Our Faceless Crew." Tracey has woven a rich tapestry of cultural experiences from living across the globe—from the Caribbean to countries like Turkey, France, Italy, and Slovenia, and she shares her passion for hospitality and tourism with Yvette. 2024-05-0234 min
What's Your Legacy?Ann Wilson: The Legacy of a Wealth ChefYvette speaks with international finance coach Ann Wilson. Ann is the author of The Wealth Chef: Recipes to Make Your Money Work Hard, So You Don't Have To. Ann shares her step-by-step guide to creating financial freedom and how to have a life filled with adventure, experience, joy and relationships.2024-04-2535 min
What's Your Legacy?Nancy Schongalla-Bowman: A Legacy of International Social WorkYvette talks with an extraordinary therapist/counselor with a passion for international social work. Nancy is now opening up her own private practice after retiring as the Director of Student Counseling at Princeton Theological Seminary. As a graduate of Stanford University, Princeton Theological Seminary, and Council for Relationships in Philadelphia, Nancy has been licensed for marriage and family therapy and is ordained in the United Church of Christ. Her approach to counseling is experiential and often includes mindful attention to emotions and the body. First released in November 20192024-04-1832 min
What's Your Legacy?Building Your Finances with Lawrence PoppertYvette's conversation with Larry demonstrates the importance of tax planning to building your finances. Larry Poppert is a CPA and the founder of Poppert and Company, where he manages the consulting services related to accounting and tax. Aside from ensuring his clients are tax compliant, his goal is to help business owners understand the tax and accounting fundamentals of their businesses. Prior to opening up his accounting practice, he has served as a comptroller as well as a Senior Vice President of Finance. He is a graduate from Temple University with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. 2024-04-1127 min
What's Your Legacy?Vince Papale: A Legend's Legacy as "Invincible"Yvette talks with the legend behind the 2006 film "Invincible," Vincent Papale. Vince is a former professional football player who played three seasons with the Philadelphia Eagles. He shares with Yvette highlights of his football career as documented in "Invincible" and life after being in the limelight. 2024-04-0626 min
What's Your Legacy?Joe Conklin: The Legacy of the Great ImpersonatorYvette has an engaging conversation with Joe Conklin, the man of a thousand voices. Joe has been a constant in Philadelphia radio for more than 30 years. He is well known for his impersonation of sports figures and politicians, among many others. He has worked with some of the nation’s most recognized performers including Kevin Hart, Tim Allen, and Ray Romano. Learn more about Joe and see his upcoming performances at joeconklin.com.2024-03-2832 min
What's Your Legacy?Pamela De Lacy - Legacy of a Founder - BiotechnologyYvette learns about aspects of the biotechnology industry critical cell and gene therapy research from Pamela De Lacy, founder of Shenandoah Biotech Company. Pamela De Lacy founded the company in 2006 and positioned it for a lucrative sale to Fujifilm in March 2022 which allowed Pamela to create her non-profit initiatives. 2024-03-2126 min
What's Your Legacy?Vaughn Hebron - Two-Time Super Bowl Champion and Proud Father of Five - My Children are My LegacyYvette's conversation with fitness coach and prior professional football player Vaughn Hebron is full of life's lessons. Vaughn is the proud father of five children who have excelled in many ways as a result of his commitment to them as his priority. In his business, VMS Movement Specialist, LLC, he not only motivates but instills discipline that allows his clients to meet their fitness goals.2024-03-1429 min
What's Your Legacy?Angela Brown: A Soprano's LegacyAngela Brown’s passion for her gifts is evident in her conversation with Yvette. Angela personifies the ideal soprano: sheer vocal power; luxurious finesse; and shimmering, high pianissimos. With captivating star power, she unites opera, pops, and gospel in one sensational voice. She has graced the leading opera and symphonic stages on six continents. Performances in 2024 include two world premieres. Angela will sing the soprano solo for award-winning composer Nkeiru Okoye’s new work, “When the Caged Bird Sings,” inspired by the life of Dr. Maya Angelou. She will reprise the role of Addie Parker in Charlie Parker’s...2024-03-0731 min
What's Your Legacy?Natalie Kaye: Legacy of Mission-Driven at 81Yvette speaks with Natalie Kaye who at 68 started her first business and soon realized this was her life's mission. On Demand Programs and Events is Natalie's business which provides Broadway caliber talent for venues throughout parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware. Her programs inspire, enrich and entertain. Mentioned in the show: That Old Black Magic with Keith Spencer Saturday, March 23 at 7:30 PM Bucks County Community College, Zlock Auditorium 275 Swamp Road, Newtown, PA Get tickets here2024-02-2923 min
What's Your Legacy?Donna Hoffman: The Legacy of an Interior DesignerYvette talks with Donna Hoffman, the president, designer and chief vision officer of Impeccably Designed Homes. Donna shares her vision for residential design and her path to award-winning designs. Donna also talks about her interior design coaching work, which has inspired design entrepreneurs to lean into their creative nature. She enjoys helping others who want to beautify their homes through her online courses. 2024-02-2233 min
What's Your Legacy?Steve Kruman: The Legacy of an Investment AdvisorYvette talks with Steve Kruman, Esquire, principal of Bryce Wealth Management, about investment strategies. Steve also shares how he makes meaningful personal connections with people of different backgrounds throughout his travels in the States and abroad.2024-02-1532 min
What's Your Legacy?Sharon Roache: The Legacy of an Emotion and Body Code PractitionerYvette talks with Sharon Roache, a certified practitioner of the Emotion Code and Body Code founded by Dr. Bradley Nelson as an energy healing method. Sharon has worked in the health and wellness field for more than 25 years. She has studied numerous holistic techniques and has found simple and effective ways to help herself and others create desires with more clarity, presence, calmness, joy and self-love.2024-02-0825 min
What's Your Legacy?Miyoko Schinner: A Legacy of the Vegan Good LifeYvette enjoys her conversation with Miyoko Schinner, the host of the YouTube cooking channel called The Vegan Good Life with Miyoko. Miyoko is an award-winning chef, author, entrepreneur and speaker. She is the founder of Miyoko’s Creamery, a leading plant-milk dairy company. This conversation will have you reconsidering what you eat and why. 2024-02-0130 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Robin Zasio: A Legacy of Treating Anxiety and Hoarding DisordersYvette talks with Dr. Robin Zasio, also known as Dr. Z on the A&E series Hoarders. Dr. Z is the author of Hoarder In You: How to Live a Happier, Healthier, Uncluttered Life, and she shares with Yvette her experience as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in treating OCD and anxiety disorders.2024-01-2532 min
What's Your Legacy?Erika Johnson: A Legacy of Urban GardeningYvette speaks with Erika Johnson, an award-winning serial entrepreneur, hospitality innovator, lifestyle expert, healthcare educator, and community leader/volunteer. Erika talks about being a native of the Mt. Airy neighborhood of Philadelphia and her work as the Founder and Chief Wellness Operator of Black and Planted. She has been teaching people in her community how to grow their own seeds and plants and wants more people of color engaged in planting and harvesting their own crops. 2024-01-1822 min
What's Your Legacy?SiriOm Singh and Ayala Shimelman: A Legacy of Cross PollinationYvette has a lively conversation with the vivacious Ayala Shimelman and her engaging husband, SiriOm Singh, about their newest venture, Cross Pollination Gallery in Lambertville, NJ. The couple has had multi-faceted careers and continue to enjoy a lifestyle of caring and bringing diverse groups of people together. Their art exemplifies their life and demonstrates the beauty of Cross Pollination.2024-01-1130 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Valter Longo: Legacy of the Longevity DietYvette talks about health and wellness with Dr. Valter Longo, a Professor of Gerontology and Biological Sciences and Director of the Longevity Institute at the University of Southern California – Davis School of Gerontology in Los Angeles. The Institute is one of the leading centers for research on aging and age-related disease. Dr. Longo shares the benefits of his studies in his book, The Longevity Diet – Slow Aging, Fight Disease, Optimize Weight. He is also the founder of the Create Cure Foundation.2024-01-0427 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Charles Whitney and Uzochkwu Chima: A Legacy for Better Healthcare DeliveryDr. Charles Whitney and Uzochkwu Chima are the team behind Lindenhaus, a better model for the delivery of healthcare. Yvette talks with the dynamic team about their legacy to revolutionize the delivery of health and wellness in the medical industry with a retreat center holistically addressing individuals' healthcare needs.2023-12-2835 min
What's Your Legacy?Kimberly Lundy: A Legacy of Caring for People at Work and With Sweet TreatsYvette's conversation with Kimberly Lundy, CEO of Lundy HR Consulting & Lundy’s Sweet Treats, is awe-inspiring. Kimberly makes sure small businesses have quality customized solutions to human resources. But her interest does not stop there. Through Lundy’s Sweet Treat’s, Kimberly offers a unique blend of southern and traditional style desserts and quiches. She treats each customer as a welcomed guest and part of the family.2023-12-2122 min
What's Your Legacy?Villate Castor: To Whom Much is Given, Much is RequiredYvette talks with Villate Castor, a native of Haiti. Villate shares his experience growing up in a very remote village without potable water, sewer system or electricity, and emigrating to the United States. Through hard work and determination, Villate prospered as an entrepreneur and a premier real estate agent. He shares with Yvette how important it is for him to help the village of his birth and share the blessing bestowed on him.2023-12-1433 min
What's Your Legacy?Lorenzo P. Lewis: A Legacy of Pain to PurposeYvette talks with social entrepreneur, mental health expert and advocate, motivational speaker, author, and community leader Lorenzo P. Lewis. Lorenzo has started a major successful grassroot movement, training barbers and other front line workers to provide mental health support and education to men of color. Lorenzo shares with Yvette his message of transforming pain into purpose through sharing his own personal story and the Confess Project of America.2023-12-0724 min
What's Your Legacy?Armando Leduc: The Legacy of a Multi-talented EntrepreneurArmando Leduc has successfully held many jobs in acting, singing, and dancing and has become a regular face in film and television. Yvette speaks with Armando about his roles in film and his current role as the founder CEO and Executive Producer of Leduc Entertainment. Like Armando, his company is multifaceted, offering social media marketing, videography, podcast production, photography, and much more. 2023-11-3031 min
What's Your Legacy?Andrew Hall: Capturing Family LegaciesYvette discusses the importance of family and legacy with Andrew Hall, co-founder of No Story Lost. Andrew and his cousin started No Story Lost, after they recorded their grandfather's story. Andrew shared with Yvette how much hard work it was capturing his grandfather's story without a service to help. No Story Lost was born to help families capture legacies. 2023-11-1625 min
What's Your Legacy?Nico de Klerk: Legacy of Apartheid Part II - From a Mindset of Can’t To a Mindset of CanYvette revisits the legacy of apartheid in South Africa with a white South African, Nico de Klerk. What initiatives can help change the devastating impact of apartheid and support a move for actual equality for all South Africans? The similarities between apartheid in South Africa and slavery in the United States can serve as guideposts for positive advancements for both nations. Visit Nico de Klerk's website or the StreetBiz Foundation to learn more.2023-11-1032 min
What's Your Legacy?Lisa Hepner: A Screenwriter's Legacy Yvette's conversation with screenwriter and author, Lisa Hepner, delves into the genre of Christmas rmovies. Lisa enjoys Christmas romances for the happy endings, allowing people to take a break from the challenges and disappointments that one may experience in everyday life. When Lisa lost her mother to cancer, she wrote the "The Christmas Checklist" as a way to get through the holiday without her mother. Her book has not only helped her but others who have experienced such a significant loss. 2023-11-0228 min
What's Your Legacy?Connie Nicholas Carberg: The Legacy of an NFL ScoutYvette speaks with Connie Carberg who broke barriers when she became the first woman scout for the NFL. Her noteworthy career with the New York Jets was recently highlighted in a feature for NFL Films, and her experiences were the primary focus of the book, Xs and Os Don't Mean I Love You: The Untold Story of the NFL’s First Female Scout.2023-10-2628 min
What's Your Legacy?Kashif Khan: Understanding the Legacy of Genetic PathwaysKashif Khan is author of The DNA Way: Unlock the Secrets of Your Genes to Reverse Disease, Slow Aging, and Achieve Optimal Wellness. He is also the host of the Unpilled podcast. His conversation with Yvette is insightful and thought provoking in the area of personalized medicine through genetic information.2023-10-1931 min
What's Your Legacy?Emily Boothroyd: Legacy of a Holistic Financial Planner and Wealth ManagerYvette speaks with Emily Boothroyd who is a certified financial planner and private wealth advisor with a background as an estate planning attorney. Yvette agrees with Emily that having an estate planning background supports a holistic approach to financial planning. Their conversation will benefit anyone looking to secure their financial legacy. There is no assurance that the techniques and strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. The purchase of certain securities may be required to affect some of the strategies. Investing involves risks including possible loss of principal.2023-10-1230 min
What's Your Legacy?Dawn Bloomer: Legacy of a Business StrategistDawn Bloomer was a veterinarian who later became a professional business strategist and consultant. Yvette talks with Dawn about how she specializes in helping professionals and entrepreneurs leverage their strengths to achieve sustainable peak performance. Dawn is the founder of “Productive Pressure," which represents a philosophy and method that balances the drive for success with a safeguard against burnout. Dawn was able to garner her wisdom through her experiences in nurturing her veterinary practice then spearheading growth of her veterinary practice and finally in orchestrating the successful acquisition of her veterinary practice.2023-10-0539 min
What's Your Legacy?Debbie Weiss: Legacy of a Care-GiverToday’s guest is Debbie Weiss, an inspirational author, speaker and podcast host. August 9, 2023, was the launch of her new book, "On Second Thought, Maybe I Can." In her book, she shares her remarkable journey of pursuing dreams despite facing numerous obstacles as a primary caregiver. Yvette talks with Debbie about her strengths as a care-giver and how she managed her own health while taking care of others.2023-09-2830 min
What's Your Legacy?Rachel Lauren: Legacy of a Conscious Social InfluencerEnding mass incarceration, stopping climate change, and creating new economic opportunities in overlooked communities are the chief missions of Dream.org. Yvette speaks with Dream.org's Chief People Officer, Rachel Lauren. As a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) consultant, Rachel's role at Dream.org supports her passions in making sure people, especially those in marginalized communities, are treated equitably and given opportunities to excel.2023-09-2131 min
What's Your Legacy?Merle R. Saferstein: Living and Leaving Your Legacy®Yvette talks with educator and author, Merle R. Saferstein, about legacy journaling. After journaling most of her life, Merle culled through her journal for over 14 years to write Volume I and II of Living and Leaving My Legacy. Your legacy is important and Yvette's conversation with Merle focuses on how journaling can best serve in documenting your legacy." 2023-09-1431 min
What's Your Legacy?Annmarie Brogan and Marie Limpert: A Legacy of DeclutteringYvette talks with the founders of Organize Me! Of New York, Annmarie Brogan and Marie Limpert. Annmarie and Marie are professional organizers and experts in the field of decluttering, space maximization and life-management strategies. They have an engaging discussion with Yvette about the book they co-authored, Beyond Tidy: Declutter Your Mind and Discover the Magic of Organized Living.2023-05-2535 min
What's Your Legacy?Siafa Lewis: The Legacy of Sports/News CommentatorYvette has a lively conversation with Siafa Lewis who anchors Eyewitness News on Philadelphia's CBS3. Prior to joining the station, Siafa spent seven years as a sports and news anchor at NBC5 in Chicago. He shares with Yvette his Liberia, West Africa roots and living in West Germany before moving to South Jersey. Connect with Siafa Lewis on Twitter: @Siafa_Lewis; Facebook: Siafa Lewis; and on Instagram: @SiafaLewis.2023-05-1827 min
What's Your Legacy?Jamar Nicholas: The Legacy of a CartoonistYvette’s conversation with Jamar Nicholas explores African American comics. Jamar Nicholas is an award-winning artist and educator who has dedicated his career to helping young people realize the power of cartooning. He aims to promote anti-bullying, healing, and kindness in his work, especially with his cartoon character, Leon.2023-05-1128 min
What's Your Legacy?Akayla Brown: A Legacy of Youth Empowering YouthYvette has a conversation with Howard University student and Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation scholarship recipient, Akayla Brown, who at 13 years of age founded Dimplez 4 Dayz. Dimplez 4 Dayz is a youth-led organization dedicated to empowering the youth voice and reducing youth violence in Philadelphia. Akayla shares with Yvette the resources and programs that enable young people to build confidence and fulfill their potential.2023-05-0422 min
What's Your Legacy?Marissa Jacobs: Legacy of the Art of EcologyYvette has a discussion with environmental educator Marissa Jacobs. Marissa focuses on blending the arts with science in order to deepen understanding and build stronger connections between people and the natural world. She shared with Yvette her extensive naturalist experience and how everyone can become more environmentally conscious and engaged. 2023-04-2726 min
What's Your Legacy?Patricia Ward Kelly: The Legacy of Gene KellyYvette's conversation with Patricia Ward Kelly explores the legacy of Gene Kelly: the star of hit movies including Singing In the Rain and An American in Paris. Patricia Ward Kelly is the wife of Gene Kelly. With the precision of a professional biographer, she shares much about the works of Gene Kelly. Patricia has devoted her life to preserving and protecting the legacy of her famous and much older husband, something she addresses with Yvette.2023-04-2032 min
What's Your Legacy?Joan Portman: Legacy of Creating Healing Environments Yvette’s discussion with returning guest, Joan Portman, who has released her book, Creative Healing Places – Stories of Hope Comfort and Inspiration, is about the legacy of a writer’s journey. The writing process and getting a book published is a journey, not a race. Joan shares the challenges, surprises and remarkable gems which are as precious as gold. Joan Portman, Founder & Owner, Healing Environmnents, LLC Inspirational Speaker, Trainer, Author www.joanportman.com 2023-04-1334 min
What's Your Legacy?Abby Kohut: The Legacy of a Job RecruiterYvette speaks about effective job hunting with Abby Kohut, an award-winning Human Resources professional and the President of Staffing Symphony LLC. Abby is credited with offering thousands of people jobs from all industries and at all levels of employment during her recruiting career. She is known in the industry as “Absolutely Abby" and her website, AbsolutelyAbby.com, was selected as one of the Top 100 Websites for Your Career. She also hosts calls for job-seekers at CareerWakeUpCalls.com. 2023-04-0621 min
What's Your Legacy?Patt Morrison: A Legacy of Truth, Justice and the American NewspaperYvette speaks with Patt Morrison, the author of Don't Stop the Presses! Truth, Justice and the American Newspaper. Patt shares with Yvette the background of her writing experience as a Los Angeles Times writer, columnist and podcaster. Patt shares two Pulitzer Prizes. She has covered stories from presidential campaigns to the Super Bowl and the death of Princess Diana and has won six Emmys and a dozen Golden Mike awards. Patt stresses the importance to democracy and a civil society served by the reporting agency of the American newspaper.2023-03-3024 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Ivette Ruiz: A Legacy of Using The Healing Aspects of the Natural WorldYvette talks with Dr. Ivette Ruiz about Healing By Growing Farms, an initiative founded by Dr. Ruiz. Dr. Ruiz has used her healing from a traumatic brain injury to help other trauma victim survivors heal by connecting with nature and the environment.2023-03-2325 min
What's Your Legacy?Mark Goodman: The Legacy of an Original VJ (Video Jockey)Yvette's conversation with Mark Goodman reflects on the transition to music television. Mark is a radio host, TV personality, actor, and one of the original MTV video jockeys. He shares his journey of over four decades in the music industry. 2023-03-1635 min
What's Your Legacy?Alexandra Paul: The Legacy of an Activist ActressYvette's discussion with Activist Actress Alexandra Paul covers Alexandra's multifaceted career and social engagement. Though most known for starring on the TV series Baywatch for 5 seasons, Alexandra has often been arrested for peaceful civil disobedience around issues of human rights, peace, the environment and animals. She also cooked for and served the houseless of West LA every Monday night with Food Not Bombs: an all-volunteer movement that recovers food that would otherwise be discarded, and shares free vegan and vegetarian meals with the hungry in over 1,000 cities in 65 countries in protest to war, poverty, and destruction of the environment.2023-03-0930 min
What's Your Legacy?Reverend Karmen Michael Smith: A Legacy of Black Gay Christian FaithYvette has an engaging conversation with Rev. Karmen Michael Smith about his groundbreaking book, Holy Queer: The Coming Out of Christ. Rev. Smith is a theologian and cultural critic who has written his book as an expression of the gift of being gay. He serves as the Executive Director of the Center for Community Engagement and Social Justice at Union Theological Seminary.2023-03-0231 min
What's Your Legacy?Valerie Brown: A Legacy of Spiritual ExplorationThrough her own spiritual exploration, Valerie Brown found hope and courage when facing life’s devasting challenges and loss. Yvette’s discussion with Valerie, a Buddhist-Quaker Dharma teacher, facilitator and executive coach, seeks to answer or provide a guide to answering, “Who am I?” and “What is my purpose?" Valerie Brown is an award-winning author. Her latest book, Hope Leans Forward, can be ordered at www.valeriebrown.us.2023-02-2331 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Felicia Ganther: A President for the StudentsYvette met with the first African-American President of Bucks County Community College. Dr. Felicia Ganther will lead the community college as its fifth president in the College’s 57-year history. Prior to Dr. Ganther's appointment in 2021, she was the associate vice chancellor for student affairs at Maricopa County Community College in Tempe, Arizona. Dr. Ganther has a remarkable record of accomplishments, both as an educator, administrator, and strong advocate for students.2023-02-1636 min
What's Your Legacy?A'Lelia Bundles: The Legacy of Madam C.J. WalkerYvette has a lively conversation with A'Lelia Bundles, the great-great-granddaughter of trailblazing entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker. Madam C.J. Walker is often referred to as one of the first self-made African American millionaires. But what is most important is the legacy that Madam C.J. Walker left, the generational wealth she created, the women she empowered and the causes she was involved in. A'Lelia Bundles, an award-winning journalist and author, has been at the forefront of documenting the legacy of Madam C.J. Walker. Her book On Her Own Ground served as the inspiration of the Netflix series Sel...2023-02-0931 min
What's Your Legacy?Marc H. Morial: A Legacy of Social Activism and ReformYvette talks with fellow Georgetown University Law School alumnus Marc H. Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League. As did his father, Ernest Nathan "Dutch" Morial, before him, Marc served as a prominent Mayor of New Orleans before leading the nation's largest historic civil rights and urban advocacy organization. 2023-02-0230 min
What's Your Legacy?Legacy: Prelude to African American History MonthIn this episode Yvette talks with her sister, Deborah Tulani Salahu-Din, about African American History month held in February since 1976. Tulani speaks about the importance of African American history and how African Americans have contributed to all aspects of American history. During February, each episode of What's Your Legacy will focus on a specific area of African American achievement. This will include social activism, entrepreneurship, education and religion/spirituality. Mentioned in this episode: Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture and blackpast.org.2023-01-2607 min
What's Your Legacy?Pandit Dasa: The Legacy of an Urban MonkYvette talks with Pandit Dasa, who lived as a monk for 15 years in New York City, about his current work in mindfulness. Pandit is the author of Urban Monk: Exploring Karma, Consciousness and the Divine and Closing the Apps: How to Stay Mindful at Work and at Home. He is a consultant to many Fortune 500 companies and has been covered in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Bloomberg and USA Today. Pandit shares with Yvette his messages of resilience, leadership and stress management at work and in life. 2023-01-1931 min
What's Your Legacy?Allison Sesso: A Legacy of Leadership in Nonprofit WorkOver $7 billion in medical debt for almost 4 million people has been abolished by the charitable work of RIP Medical Debt. Yvette speaks with its president and CEO, Allison Sesso. Allison shares that RIP Medical Debt was established for the sole purpose of reducing the medical debt burdens of low-income individuals with limited capacity to pay their medical bills. In this inspirational episode, Yvette explores with Allison her history of working to help those in need.2023-01-1231 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Michael Greger: A Legacy of Health and Well-BeingYvette explores health and well-being with Dr. Michael Greger, a physician, author and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety and public health issues. Dr. Greger runs the popular nutritionfacts.org website and shares his perspective on living a long and healthy life. Notably, he was invited as an expert witness in defense of Oprah Winfrey at the infamous "meat defamation" trial held in Texas.2023-01-0527 min
What's Your Legacy?Austin Whitney: A Legacy of Overcoming AdversityYvette’s inspiring talk with Austin Whitney will move the listeners to a new understanding of the power of one’s attitude towards life and living. Austin, the Founder and Board President of Accessible Festivals and the President of Ten Fifty Entertainment, was paralyzed from the waist down as a result of a car accident after his senior year of high school. Through an inspirational message shared with Austin by his uncle and shared with Yvette in this episode, he did not let anxiety and depression rule his life circumstances. He lives an amazing, joyful and fulfilling life making fest...2022-12-2928 min
What's Your Legacy?Alysia Reiner: An Actress' Legacy On the Big Screen and OffYvette enjoys an engaging conversation with Alysia Reiner, who played "Fig" Natalie Figueroa on Orange is the New Black. The Netflix series was groundbreaking with diverse representation not only in terms of its cast but also the issues that were addressed. The diversity extended to gender and LGBT identities. Alysia is a SAG Award winning actress, producer and activist whose talents have been demonstrated across the acting arena. Mentioned in this episode: Livari YourIzzy.com 2022-12-2225 min
What's Your Legacy?William J. Barber III: A Legacy of Environmental JusticeWilliam J. Barber III, who works as the Director of Climate and Environmental Justice at The Climate Reality Project founded by former Vice President Al Gore, shares with Yvette his commitment and knowledge in the area of environmental and climate justice. He is co-chair for the North Carolina Poor People’s Campaign Ecological Devastation committee. He is interested in the renewable energy field and clean economy, specifically in initiatives that are being taken to promote opportunity for low-income communities and communities of color.2022-12-1530 min
What's Your Legacy?Marc H. Morial: A Legacy of Social Activism and ReformYvette talks with fellow Georgetown University Law School alumnus Marc H. Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League. As did his father, Ernest Nathan "Dutch" Morial, before him, Marc served as a prominent Mayor of New Orleans before leading the nation's largest historic civil rights and urban advocacy organization. 2022-12-0830 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Joanne Gabbin: A Legacy of the Study of African American Literature and PoetryDr. Joanne Gabbin, a professor for 37 years at James Madison University where she was a powerful force for social justice and a visionary leader, talks with Yvette about her groundbreaking work. As a professor of English and African American literature, Dr. Gabbin became the director of the Honors program and the founding executive director of the Furious Flower Poetry Center. She has received numerous awards for excellence in teaching and scholarship and has also been inducted into the International Literary Hall of Fame for Writers of African Descent.2022-12-0133 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Winnifred Brown-Glaude: A Legacy of Doing Diversity in Higher EducationYvette talks with Dr. Winnifred Brown-Glaude, professor of African American Studies and Anthropology at the College of New Jersey, about her diversity work in higher education. Dr. Brown-Glaude's publication Doing Diversity in Higher Education: Faculty Leaders Share Challenges and Strategies uses universities' case studies to examine the underestimated role that faculty plays in improving diversity on their campuses. A Margaret Mead quote, Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has, expresses the integral power of professors.2022-11-2434 min
What's Your Legacy?Nico de Klerk and Jabu Zwane: The Legacy of ApartheidYvette explores the legacy of apartheid in South African with a white South African, Nico de Klerk, and a black South African, Jabu Zwane, who have had a friendship spanning decades. Nico has written a book, No Fit: My 1700 Mile Walk from Apartheid, and Jabu is the founder of the Mindset Development Institute and serves as a global speaker and coach.2022-11-1732 min
What's Your Legacy?Daphne Rubin-Vega: The Legacy of a Broadway ActressYvette sits down for an interview with Daphne Rubin-Vega: an amazing, talented actress, singer, songwriter and dancer. Daphne has two Tony Award nominations to her credit: one for her role in Rent as Best Actress in a Musical, and the other for her performance as Conchita in Anna in the Tropics. In 2021, Daphne played the role of Daniela in In the Heights, earning praise for her performance from critics. 2022-11-1025 min
What's Your Legacy?A'Lelia Bundles: The Legacy of Madam C.J. WalkerYvette has a lively conversation with A'Lelia Bundles, the great-great-granddaughter of trailblazing entrepreneur Madam C.J. Walker. Madam C.J. Walker is often referred to as one of the first self-made African American millionaires. But what is most important is the legacy that Madam C.J. Walker left, the generational wealth she created, the women she empowered and the causes she was involved in. A'Lelia Bundles, an award-winning journalist and author, has been at the forefront of documenting the legacy of Madam C.J. Walker. Her book On Her Own Ground served as the inspiration of the Netflix series S...2022-11-0330 min
What's Your Legacy?William King and JD Nicholas of the Commodores: The Legacy of a Funk and Soul BandYvette has a soulful conversation with two members of the legendary band, the Commodores. William King, the original member of the group which started in the 1970s, is a singer, musician and choreographer. JD Nicholas is a vocalist and keyboard player. Listen and join the fun and laughter! Click here for tickets to see the Commodores LIVE at Sound Waves at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City on Saturday, November 19 at 8:00 PM.2022-10-2731 min
What's Your Legacy?Valerie Brown: A Legacy of Spiritual ExplorationThrough her own spiritual exploration, Valerie Brown found hope and courage when facing life’s devasting challenges and loss. Yvette’s discussion with Valerie, a Buddhist-Quaker Dharma teacher, facilitator and executive coach, seeks to answer or provide a guide to answering, “Who am I?” and “What is my purpose?" Valerie Brown is an award-winning author. Her latest book, Hope Leans Forward, available November 8, 2022, can be pre-ordered at www.valeriebrown.us with complementary gifts.2022-10-2031 min
What's Your Legacy?Dr. Felicia Ganther: A President for the StudentsYvette met with the first African-American President of Bucks County Community College. Dr. Felicia Ganther will lead the community college as its fifth president in the College’s 57-year history. Prior to Dr. Ganther's appointment in 2021, she was the associate vice chancellor for student affairs at Maricopa County Community College in Tempe, Arizona. Dr. Ganther has a remarkable record of accomplishments, both as an educator, administrator, and strong advocate for students.2022-10-1334 min
What's Your Legacy?Craig Urquhart: Legacy of a Classical PianistYvette’s guest, Craig Urquhart, first met Leonard Bernstein in December of 1976. Their meeting eventually led to Urquhart becoming Bernstein’s personal assistant in December 1985, a position held by Craig until Bernstein's death. In addition to his lifelong dedication to all things Bernstein, Craig has recorded and produced 10 critically acclaimed albums of his original music and performed his compositions in Japan, Germany, Italy, France, Belgium, and the United States. His most recent album is “Dreams Remembered."2022-10-0629 min