What's Your Legacy?
204 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsPennsylvania estate planning attorney Yvette E. Taylor, Esq. explores the extraordinary legacies of ordinary people.
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Ann Willson: The Legacy of a Wealth Chef
April 25, 2024 13:32 - 35 minutes - 25 MBYvette 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.
Nancy Schongalla-Bowman: A Legacy of International Social Work
April 18, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBYvette 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 experie...
Building Your Finances with Lawrence Poppert
April 11, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBYvette'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 P...
Vince Papale: A Legend's Legacy as "Invincible"
April 06, 2024 21:15 - 26 minutes - 19.3 MBYvette 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.
Joe Conklin: The Legacy of the Great Impersonator
March 28, 2024 10:00 - 32 minutes - 23.4 MBYvette 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.
Pamela De Lacy - Legacy of a Founder - Biotechnology
March 21, 2024 10:00 - 26 minutes - 25.9 MBYvette 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.
Vaughn Hebron - Two-Time Super Bowl Champion and Proud Father of Five - My Children are My Legacy
March 14, 2024 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBYvette'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.
Vaughn Hebron - Proud Father of Five - My Children are My Legacy
March 14, 2024 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBYvette'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.
Angela Brown: A Soprano's Legacy
March 07, 2024 11:56 - 31 minutes - 23.5 MBAngela 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, “Whe...
Natalie Kaye: Legacy of Mission-Driven at 81
February 29, 2024 11:00 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBYvette 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,...
Donna Hoffman: The Legacy of an Interior Designer
February 22, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes - 35.6 MBYvette 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.
Steve Kruman: The Legacy of an Investment Advisor
February 15, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes - 35.9 MBYvette 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.
Sharon Roache: The Legacy of an Emotion and Body Code Practitioner
February 08, 2024 11:00 - 25 minutes - 19.5 MBYvette 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.
Miyoko Schinner: A Legacy of the Vegan Good Life
February 01, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBYvette 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.
Dr. Robin Zasio: A Legacy of Treating Anxiety and Hoarding Disorders
January 25, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.2 MBYvette 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.
Erika Johnson: A Legacy of Urban Gardening
January 18, 2024 13:39 - 22 minutes - 17.3 MBYvette 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.
SiriOm Singh and Ayala Shimelman: A Legacy of Cross Pollination
January 11, 2024 11:00 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MBYvette 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.
Dr. Valter Longo: Legacy of the Longevity Diet
January 04, 2024 11:00 - 27 minutes - 19.9 MBYvette 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 ...
Dr. Charles Whitney and Uzochkwu Chima: A Legacy for Better Healthcare Delivery
December 28, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutes - 27.5 MBDr. 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.
Kimberly Lundy: A Legacy of Caring for People at Work and With Sweet Treats
December 21, 2023 11:00 - 22 minutes - 25.2 MBYvette'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.
Villate Castor: To Whom Much is Given, Much is Required
December 14, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 24.1 MBYvette 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.
Lorenzo P. Lewis: A Legacy of Pain to Purpose
December 07, 2023 11:00 - 24 minutes - 18.6 MBYvette 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.
Armando Leduc: The Legacy of a Multi-talented Entrepreneur
November 30, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 22.6 MBArmando 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.
Andrew Hall: Capturing Family Legacies
November 16, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 19.7 MBYvette 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.
Nico de Klerk: Legacy of Apartheid Part II - From a Mindset of Can’t To a Mindset of Can
November 10, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes - 24.7 MBYvette 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.
Lisa Hepner: A Screenwriter's Legacy
November 02, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 22 MBYvette'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 ...
Connie Nicholas Carberg: The Legacy of an NFL Scout
October 26, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 21.2 MBYvette 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.
Kashif Khan: Understanding the Legacy of Genetic Pathways
October 19, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 22.4 MBKashif 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.
Emily Boothroyd: Legacy of a Holistic Financial Planner and Wealth Manager
October 12, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 24.2 MBYvette 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 o...
Dawn Bloomer: Legacy of a Business Strategist
October 05, 2023 10:00 - 39 minutes - 28.5 MBDawn 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 veter...
Debbie Weiss: Legacy of a Care-Giver
September 28, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 24 MBToday’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.
Rachel Lauren: Legacy of a Conscious Social Influencer
September 21, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 25.1 MBEnding 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.
Merle R. Saferstein: Living and Leaving Your Legacy®
September 14, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 23.9 MBYvette 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."
Season Five : The Makings of a Great Podcast!
September 07, 2023 10:00 - 7 minutes - 8.04 MBIn 2018, this podcast, What’s Your Legacy, was just a thought and now, in 2023, we celebrate our 5th season. The power of a story serves to motivate, encourage and, yes, to help you plan your estate. Continue listening and enjoy.
Annmarie Brogan and Marie Limpert: A Legacy of Decluttering
May 25, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 25.3 MBYvette 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.
Siafa Lewis: The Legacy of Sports/News Commentator
May 18, 2023 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.8 MBYvette 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.
Jamar Nicholas: The Legacy of a Cartoonist
May 11, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 21.3 MBYvette’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.
Akayla Brown: A Legacy of Youth Empowering Youth
May 04, 2023 10:00 - 22 minutes - 16.4 MBYvette 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.
Marissa Jacobs: Legacy of the Art of Ecology
April 27, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 21.9 MBYvette 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.
Patricia Ward Kelly: The Legacy of Gene Kelly
April 20, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 24.7 MBYvette'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.
Joan Portman: Legacy of Creating Healing Environments
April 13, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBYvette’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
Abby Kohut: The Legacy of a Job Recruiter
April 06, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 15.6 MBYvette 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.
Patt Morrison: A Legacy of Truth, Justice and the American Newspaper
March 30, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.9 MBYvette 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...
Dr. Ivette Ruiz: A Legacy of Using The Healing Aspects of the Natural World
March 23, 2023 10:00 - 25 minutes - 18 MBYvette 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.
Mark Goodman: The Legacy of an Original VJ (Video Jockey)
March 16, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutes - 24.8 MBYvette'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.
Alexandra Paul: The Legacy of an Activist Actress
March 09, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutes - 21.7 MBYvette'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 discard...
Reverend Karmen Michael Smith: A Legacy of Black Gay Christian Faith
March 02, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 23.8 MBYvette 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.
Valerie Brown: A Legacy of Spiritual Exploration
February 23, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBThrough 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.
Dr. Felicia Ganther: A President for the Students
February 16, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 32.3 MBYvette 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.
A'Lelia Bundles: The Legacy of Madam C.J. Walker
February 09, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 32.7 MBYvette 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 documentin...