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, wor…

Yvette has a spirited (no pun intended) conversation with Karen Hluchan, an international Spirit Medium from Horsham, Pennsylvania. Karen's practice, Healing Spirit with Love, is devoted to the healing of people through her spirit medium and angel readings, paranormal investigations, motivational presentations, and educational workshops. Check out …

Yvette has an engaging conversation with the young artist and author Sakina Ibrahim, who received an NAACP image Award nomination for "Big Words to Little Me." Sakina is the founder of Dance Arts Academy Foundation and is the podcast host of the upcoming RadioTopia Presents: We're Doing the Wiz, a thought-provoking series exploring race, politics a…

Yvette talks with Dr. Dana Flavin about her philosophy that "there is always a treatment, we just have to find it." Dr. Flavin is the founder and president of the Foundation for Collaborative Medicine and Research. She has spent her medical career seeking and obtaining cures for cancer and autoimmune disease and sharing her knowledge and findings w…

Yvette'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 empowermen…

Yvette’s interview with Paul Jacques Keene and Lydia Williams, son and daughter of Philadelphia born artist, Paul Farwell Keene Jr. encourages investment in African American artist. Paul Farwell Keene, Jr. (1920-2009) was an artist and an American icon in the tradition of the African American community. His art pulsates with vibrancy and with color…

Yvette’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 h…

Yvette'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 a…

Yvette 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 slave…

Yvette 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 …

Angela 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 continen…

Yvette 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 …

Yvette 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…

Yvette'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…

Yvette 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 …

Yvette 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 p…

Yvette 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 …

Yvette’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 connec…

Yvette 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 mov…

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Yvette 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.…

Yvette'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 gui…

Yvette 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 fr…

Yvette 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 demonstrate…

Yvette'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. So…

Yvette 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…

Yvette 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…

Yvette 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. Shar…

Yvette 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. Sa…

Yvette 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 foun…

Yvette 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 wit…

In 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…

In 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 …

During 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'…

During 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 ha…

This 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.By What's Your Legacy?

This next season of What’s Your Legacy? will inspire, excite and change you. The line up for season 6 will demonstrate how people, places and experiences shape you and your legacy. Get ready to make that leap into your future and the legacy you were meant to live and leave.By What's Your Legacy?

Yvette 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 parti…

Yvette 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.…

Yvette 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 …

Yvette 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.…

Yvette 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.…

Yvette 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 Philadelp…

Yvette'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 a…

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.…

Yvette 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…

Yvette 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.…

Yvette'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 a…

Yvette 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 …