Uncovered Legacy

Growing up in Indianapolis, Indiana, Gabrielle had big dreams of how her life would go. From yelling “Aggie Pride” at North Carolina A&T to pursuing acting in the Big Apple, what she thought she wanted, never came to fruition. God had other plans for her.  When life got difficult, Gabrielle took to YouTube as her creative outlet, sharing her natural hair journey as a hobby. Safe to say, the rest is history. Today, Gabrielle is a proud graduate of Tennessee State University. She and her family are behind the name GabeBabe TV, a YouTube channel documenting the details of their life. With over 500K subscribers, Gabrielle shares the importance of keeping the family integrity and the impact her channel has had on their community, as well as the community’s impact on them. Connect with Gabrielle: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GabeBabeTV/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabeflowers/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGabeFix/  Website: https://gabebabetv.com/ Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

Born in Germany to military parents, restlessness was something Conrad Cooper was born into. He inherited that same spirit of traveling the world, wandering from city to city, and letting the waves of life direct him. But it wasn’t until one day his niece was getting swimming lessons in his backyard that everything changed. Now, 28 years later, Conrad is teaching 2nd generation students at his swim school, Swim to Me, changing how adults and children feel about the water and providing a safe space for them to feel confident in their skills. He continues to help break generational barriers of fear and is creating a new legacy of swimmers. Connect with Conrad: Website: https://swimtome.com/  Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

Coming from humble beginnings, former NFL player, Alvin Scioneaux Jr., understood if he wanted something it was up to him to make it happen.  Born in Laplace, Louisiana, and one of eight children, Alvin knew he needed to leave his small town for someplace new in order to grow and become the person he was meant to be.  He left for South Carolina to play football and was drafted by the San Diego Chargers right after college. But after a major injury, he was forced to find a new path, his next best thing.  Connect with Alvin: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a1scioneaux/  Website: https://www.financialathletecapital.com/  , https://www.imperiumfortune.com/  Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

Born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, and raised in Woodruff, South Carolina, Sandra Clark Byrd is the fourth child to Ulius and Mary Gilliam. But at only 7-weeks-old, tragedy hit after her father lost his life in a devastating car accident, leaving her mother to raise 4 children under the age of seven.  Growing up, life was hard but Sandra (a.k.a. Aunt Cookie) never let it get the best of her. She later discovered her love of education and shortly after, met the love of her life. But after 41 years of marriage, tragedy struck again. Her husband lost his battle with cancer and Sandra was forced to re-discover herself and trust God’s plan.  This is a story of love, hard work, perseverance, and hope. Sandra’s strong faith in God has continued to lead her along a journey of self-reflection and growth as she continues to uncover her legacy. Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

Born in Sumter, South Carolina, Yoyo Lander remembers her earliest exposures to art with her mom making art crafts and watching her Uncle Curtis create beautiful pictures with hot ink on wood in his garage.  Now, a graduate of Howard University, Yoyo is an LA-based artist whose work has been showcased all over the world, but most currently in the International African American Museum in Charleston, South Carolina.  Yoyo paints people of all shapes and sizes in their truest form, both in the nude and clothed and she continues to record God’s Art. This is her inspiring story. Connect with YoYo: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoyolander/  Website: https://www.yoyolander.com/  Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

She’s doing the Lord’s work. As an Oncologist, Dr. Angelique Richardson discovered her calling through tragedy. A close family member... diagnosed with breast cancer.  Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Angelique has always walked to her own beat. After graduating from Oakwood University with a degree in Biology, she decided to continue her education at Loma Linda University wanting to become a medical doctor, and received her PhD. Angelique understands the assignment that God has given her and continues to pour love and hope into women and the communities that are underrepresented. Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

Jay Styles had big dreams of pursuing his radio and acting career under the Hollywood lights. From Atlanta to the City of Angels, it didn’t take long for Jay to realize the world of auditions wasn’t for him.  It wasn’t the spotlight, but behind the scenes, where he discovered his true purpose - helping others navigate the hardships of life. He created the docu-series, Become Inspired which shared the raw and real stories of people finding inspiration in their darkest times.  The series went on to ignite a new spark, and write a book by the same name, Become Inspired: Your Next Steps. Jay is not only an Author but a Creator and Executive Producer of the series Become Inspired on Amazon Prime Video, and has always had a passion for inspiring others through writing and storytelling. With a background in broadcasting and journalism, Jay has interviewed some amazing talent including Denzel Washington, Will Ferrell, Samuel L. Jackson, and Forest Whitaker to name a few.  When Jay is not creating for TV/film or writing, he is traveling the world with his wife searching for his next inspiration in motivating others on their journey to greatness. Connect with Jay: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaystylestv/  Buy the Book: becomeinspiredbook.com  If you’re looking to write a book, email Jay at: info@blackwallstreetpress.com    Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

John Rivers is a former member of the 1955 Cannon Street All Stars Baseball Team. A team that was denied the opportunity to play in the Little League World Series because of segregation.  This powerful story is finally getting the recognition it deserves as Mr. Rivers shares the impact of the oppressive Jim Crow laws during a time when he and his teammates had nothing but a burning desire to play ball. Rivers graduated in 1965 from Hampton Institute with a degree in Art and went on to Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture for one year from 1968 to 1969. He became a licensed architect in 1990; a profession that even today out of the over 100,000 architects nationally, only approximately 2,500 are African American. Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

A Chicago native, the young and fearless Britt Matt charged the walls of Hollywood at an early age determined to become a writer for television. Britt had a love for the arts and knew at an early age she was no actress, but maybe becoming a journalist or a writer would work out for her. While she was in high school, the door of opportunity swung open for her when she took matters into her own hands, calling several LA studios and asking to speak to their writers in hopes of landing her first job. It worked! This is the story of how Britt made her dream a reality and the journey she took to get there. She shares her highs and her lows and they have led her to where she is today, a co-showrunner and executive producer on one of Hollywood’s hit series. Learn More About Britt: Britt Matt was born and raised in Chicago and earned her Masters of Fine Arts from NYU’s Tisch School of Arts where she studied film, stage and television writing. Prior to jumping into the world of scripted comedy, Britt worked as a producer in non-fiction and reality television where she garnered two Daytime Emmy Nominations. Britt is an alumni of the NBC Writers on the Verge program, and has written on hit comedies such as MARLON (NBC), A.P. BIO (NBC), FIRST WIVES CLUB (BET+), and is currently Executive Producer/Co-Showrunner on HARLEM (AMAZON). Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

Growing up in Montgomery, Alabama in the 50s & 60s as a 2nd grader, Fred Patterson remembered seeing white-only and colored water signs. It was an environment of change with protests, riots, and violence against African Americans. Martin Luther King Jr. was just on the rise and a change was coming. Fred’s dream to become a pilot seemed far-fetched with little mention of black pilots in the industry at that time. It would be a few years down the road while attending Tuskegee University that Fred would be one step closer to living his dream as a pilot. He would eventually enroll in the air force flight program and later become a commercial airline pilot bringing hope and inspiration to others that they, too, can fly high. Learn More About Fred: Fred Patterson was born in Montgomery, Alabama, 75 years ago, and is the oldest of three siblings. He attended G.W. Carver Elementary and High School before attending and graduating from Tuskegee University with a degree in Economics, and receive his Masters in Personnel Management from Michigan University. He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. and Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity. Fred was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force and was on Active duty from 1971-77, stationed at Charleston AFB, SC, Flying the C141 aircraft and was even awarded the Air Force commendation medal during his time in the service. Then, he went on to have a thriving Commercial piloting career, beginning in 1981 as a first officer on the DC9 for Continental Airlines. He spent most of his career as a pilot for FedEx from 1984-2008, as a second officer, first officer, and captain on the Boeing 727, DC10, and MD11, respectively. Fred is a husband, father of two, and grandfather currently residing in Charleston, SC. Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

Charles Galbreath had it all planned out. Travel the world and become an entertainer. But God had different plans for him. One night, in a dream, Charles had a vision of him attending Tennessee State University. The same school his older sister and four other family members had attended. It wasn’t the path he wanted for himself until one day, his sister shared that she also had the same dream. It was then he knew he must go. Charles talks about his thriving career today, how he continues to serve TSU as the 26th National Alumni Association President, and how important it is to find your tribe as you build your legacy with the skills that God gives to you. Learn More About Charles: Charles H. Galbreath, Jr is a premier leader in the tumultuous, yet evolving field of juvenile justice. As a senior consultant for an internationally renowned consulting organization, Charles reforms juvenile justice systems. In Charles’ current New York City contract, he consults employees ranging from direct care staff to commissioners within the New York State Office of Children and Family Services and New York City Administration of Child Services. Supported by his leadership, the historically punitive correctional system has transitioned to a group therapeutic approach adapted from the award-winning Missouri Approach. 2020 TSUNAA 40 Under 40 honoree, Charles is a visionary leader within the Tennessee State University Alumni experience. Charles currently serves as the 26th President of the Tennessee State University National Alumni Association (TSUNAA). Previously serving in two TSUNAA administrations, first as the Young Alumni Coordinator and his next appointment as the Strategic Planning & Organizational Effectiveness chairman. Charles also served as a past president of the Greater St. Louis chapter. Charles H. Galbreath, Jr is a 2004 graduate of Tennessee State University, earning a degree in Business Administration, Marketing. He also holds a masters degree in Organizational Leadership from Mercy College in Dobbs Ferry, New York. Charles is an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

Being an interior designer you learn how to start over, rip off the old paint, strip down the walls, and replace broken ceilings to provide a safe space and create new memories. This takes on a deeper meaning for Tauksa Trusaun-Kennedy. At an early age, she discovered art was an escape for her. As a young girl, Tauska lived with her grandmother who worked as a famous cook for a prominent and wealthy family. The wife of that family loved to redesign her house often and would hire an interior designer to bring her vision to life. This was Tauska’s first experience seeing how interior designers worked and looked. But she wouldn’t step into that world just yet. Several years later, Tauska experienced an unexpected tragedy after losing her only child. Now in her 40s and not wanting to live anymore, she had nowhere to turn. Tauska sought out a life coach for guidance and would soon find out it was time for a fresh start. She was encouraged to explore her interest in interior design and at 47, moved to New York City and enrolled in Pratt Institute, an interior design school, and later graduate at the top of her class. Tauska is a Los Angeles-based principal interior designer, who has been practicing as a professional interior designer for over a decade. She comes from a background in high-end residential, specializing in biophilic design. Her business, RUME by Tauska, is a dynamic, engaging, and caring design group passionate about the transformative effects of design, always seeking new and sustainable ways to improve environments by adding more appeal with beautiful form and better function. More About Tauska Trusaun-Kennedy: https://www.rumebytauska.co/copy-of-home Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

Ne’Chell Bowens wasn’t exactly “flying high” after realizing her goal of becoming a child psychologist had taken an emotional toll on her. However, the stars aligned after she was laid off from her job and encouraged to become a flight attendant. This new job fueled her wanderlust and four years later, she took the leap and moved to Mexico where she continued to work. Ne’Chell started to share her stories and experiences on YouTube inspiring other men and women of the black community to do the same. When she found out she was pregnant with twins, she continued to forge her path by sharing her stories in new ways. She wrote a book called Womb-Mates: LaReine and Sirene and later launched her podcast Raising Noire Twins, a place where other parents of twins could listen and relate. Born and raised in Sacramento, California, Ne’Chell is the youngest of four siblings. She attended an HBCU, Alabama A&M University, and graduated with a degree in Psychology and a minor in Human Development. Resources Mentioned: Check out Ne’Chell’s book: Womb-Mates: LaReine and Sirene Tune into: Raising Noire Twins Podcast Connect with Ne’Chell on Instagram Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

It was the 70s, towards the end of the Vietnam War. College was the way out of the draft for Bruce Bradford, taking on "sink or swim" to a whole new level. As a young black man and self-taught swimmer, Bradford shares the impact the sport has had on his life and what he calls a spiritual blessing. Bruce Bradford is a double graduate of Tennessee State University with a doctorate in Education. He became a swim coach and teacher in Washington D.C. and is a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated (Rho Psi Chapter 67), a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Today, at the age of 74, the water continues to call him back letting him know there is more work to be done. Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

We all carry the torch, the legacy of those that came before us. History can be complicated with pain, anger, misunderstanding, and appreciation for learning the truth. However, you decided to uncover your legacy is something only you can answer but Frederick Deshun Murphey is providing a platform; a voice for the living, and keeping our ancestors close to his heart that may not have been heard or seen but now with history before us they have a 2nd chance. Frederick shares the valuable life lesson that changed the trajectory of his life. Resources Mentioned: https://www.historybeforeus.com/ Saving Slave Houses https://www.amazon.com/They-Came-Before-Columbus-Civilizations/dp/0812968174 Learn More About Frederick: Today, Frederick is the founder of History Before Us, LLC, a project centered on capturing, preserving, and advocating for influential history. He was raised in Clarksville, Tennessee, and is a graduate of Tennessee State University & Bethune-Cookman University. His first film, the award-winning The American South as We Know It, explores the lives of survivors of Jim Crow—the courageous individuals who didn’t make the headlines. His second documentary, The Other Side of the Coin: Race, Generations & Reconciliation, was released in September of 2020. A collection of experiences and thoughts addressing the complexities of race in America, the film asks, “How do we reconcile for the sake of future generations and humanity?” Murphy's third installment award-winning Sweet Home Alabama: A Chief and his and his Protégé, was released in 2021. Murphy has been involved in a total of 11 documentary projects. Frederick is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and has a master’s degree in Transformative Leadership. He serves on the board of the James K. Polk historic site in Pineville, North Carolina, the Slave Dwelling Project in Charleston, South Carolina, and the Tennessee African American History Research Group located in Clarksville, TN. Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping our stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard.

At the age of 4 years old, Ms. Ethel Youngblood was burning trash with her siblings when a strong wind came through her town, engulfing her in flames. She spent 2.5 years in rehab fighting for her life. The doctors told her parents to prepare for the worst, but by a miracle, she survived to tell the tale. Mrs. Youngblood shares the spiritual connection she had with her Lord and Savior who helped her overcome every obstacle she was up against. After she was told that she could never have children, Mrs. Youngblood beat all odds when she was blessed with her eight children, 30 grandchildren, and over 20 great-grandchildren. Born in Beaumont, Texas, and raised in Shreveport, Louisiana, Mrs. Youngblood moved to Los Angeles where she went on to work at the Compton Court House, Head Start for the public school district, became a graduate of Cal State Dominguez Hills, a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, and most importantly a mother of the Church. Connect with Curtis: Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088 More About Uncovered Legacy Podcast: The Uncovered Legacy Podcast is where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy, but we’re here to change that by keeping our stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. Join your host, Curtis Burke, for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, oldest communities, and overlooked cultures. Because no matter where you're from, your part of history deserves to be heard. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/curtis-burke/message

Exactly 10 years ago in 2012, I joined a class to help me write my one-person show, Stamp of Approval. René Peña, a former guest on this podcast, was also part of this class. Kimleigh Smith, our amazing teacher in this class also played the roles of our producer, director, marketer, counsellor and so much more. To say we were grateful would be a huge understatement. That's why it's so exciting to finally have her on the show in this episode, where she talked about her background, and what drove her to start the class, among other things. Apart from being a one-person show coach, Kimleigh is also an actress, best-selling author, producer, Sexual Assault Awareness Speaker, philanthropist, and founder of Embrace Your Cape. More about Kimleigh Smith Embrace Your Cape: https://embraceyourcape.com/ Website: http://kimleighsmith.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/totallykimleigh/ (@totallykimleigh) Book here to watch her solo show, t-o-t-a-l-l-y: http://kimleighsmith.com/book/ Listen to Grandma's Yellow Suitcase with René Peña: https://www.podpage.com/uncovered-legacy/grandmas-yellow-suitcase-with-rene-pena/ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐞:⁣ Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com⁣ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/⁣⁣ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088⁣

The sounds of his grandfather's guitar under a clear sky, the sounds of crickets at night chirping; recalling how the dirt made circles in the air as trucks drove by while sitting on a porch, waving to cars because no one is a stranger in New Kent county, Virginia, the legacy in this small town. That is the foundation upon which my guest in this episode, Dr. Wilmon A. Christian, the 3rd, aka AJ, is building his legacy. Born and raised in New Kent County, Virginia, Dr. Wilmon is he Founder and Executive Director of Resonance Organizational Consulting and Solutions, LLC. He also serves as the Director of Workplace Equity at the University of Southern California Race and Equity Center. Our conversation touches on Dr. Wilmon's early life in the seemingly magical town of New Kent County, home of the 1st ever First Lady, Martha C. Washington. Connect with Dr. Wilmon: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilmon3 Let's keep the conversation going: Website: https://www.podpage.com/uncovered-legacy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/⁣ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088

"I come from a family of people who know how to figure it out and make it work."~ Meryl Johnson "There is something unique, even spiritual, when you have a grandmother, daughter and grandchild under one roof."~ Curtis Burke For most people, Mother's Day is a day of celebrating and loving on our mothers and mother figures in our lives. Not so much for Meryl Johnson, our guest in this episode. For her, it is a reminder of the two women that were so integral to her life for many years, but are now not part of it anymore. It is a painful reminder of how terribly she misses them. Meryl has worked at Warner Brothers Entertainment Group, Country Music Association (CMA) and as Vice President of digital marketing at The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences. In this episode, Meryl shares about her grandmother and mother's unique relationship, her experience living with both of them since she was 12, and how their love and mutual respect for each other impacted Meryl's life. The impact her mother and grandmother have imprinted on her life will never change, only guiding her as she now creates her own family legacy. Connect with Meryl Johnson: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/merylajohnson/?hl=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meryljohnson?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com Connect with me: Website:https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com⁣ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/⁣⁣ Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088⁣ If you enjoy the stories we bring to you on this podcast, please help spread the word by following and leaving us a review on Apple podcasts.

Knowing where you start in life does not determine the finish line. Raised in what he refers to as a broken two-parent home by a very hard-working mother and an alcoholic father who worked in the Jamaican police force, Dr. Ryan Wiggan's is not your typical everyday childhood story. The context itself alone sets the scene for plenty of unexpected twists. All that combined with growing up in the "Garrison" —a term used to refer to gang-ridden and volatile neighbourhoods— in Kingston, Jamaica, inevitably led to a very unstable and abusive childhood for Dr. Ryan. Thankfully, those experiences, along with witnessing a dramatically contrasting world as he visited his peers' families growing up ignited a burning desire within Dr. Ryan to break this detrimental cycle that had been handed down and unquestioned for far too long. And if you meet him today, you can clearly see that everything that he faced was building him up and preparing him to use his voice as a powerful tool; and subsequently, help others uncover their own legacy. Connect with Dr. Ryan Wiggan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-wiggan-mba-ed-d-44455516 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐞:⁣ Website: https://www.uncoveredlegacy.com⁣ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/⁣⁣ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088⁣