Road To Legacy Podcast

On today’s episode of Road To Legacy Podcast, our mission is to inspire, educate, and influence through thought-provoking conversations. We sit down with Luis Flores, who shares his incredible story of survival after being stabbed multiple times and nearly losing his life following a comment made to a woman. In a surprising turn of events, Luis is disconnected in the middle of the interview, leavi...

Road To Legacy Podcast sits down with Eric Williams, Senior Director at HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services, for a raw and deeply personal conversation about growing up in group homes—and how foster care didn’t just change our paths, it saved our lives. Together, we reflect on childhoods shaped by instability, the mentors and systems that stepped in when families couldn’t, and the moments that helpe...

This episode dives into the untold stories of freedom seekers , the remarkable life of Hannah Elias , how the lottery became the government’s cash cow, and the hidden challenges behind the Haitian Revolution . Join Martin, Curtis, and Donald for this powerful conversation on The Road To Legacy Podcast . 

Join Martin, Donald, and Curtis on the Road To Legacy Podcast as they dive into the Berlin Conference, Ruth Carter & Afrofuturism, British Black actors vs African American actors, and the power of travel. Don’t miss the conversation!

On this episode of the Road To Legacy Podcast… Martin, Donald, and Curtis break down Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office — from executive orders and frustrated Latino Trump voters… to Martin opening up about his unforgettable “watermelon trauma.” Real talk. Real debates. Real stories.

This season, we’re excited to welcome our new co-host, Curtis Reed . He’s been a contributor before, but now he’s officially part of the crew. Curtis is a lover of history, passionate about politics and law, and deeply rooted in his faith — bringing a fresh and thoughtful perspective to the table. In our first episode, whistleblower Emanuel Stanley — who was fired from the Department of Health for...

A conversation with Jonathan Ragins about mental health and overcoming sexual abuse and victimhood offers a valuable opportunity to educate and raise awareness on these critical topics. This discussion delves into the psychological impact of trauma, the challenges survivors face in their healing journeys, and strategies for reclaiming one's sense of self and power.

For this edition of Road To Legacy Podcast Donald and Martin go across the pond (via Zoom) to England to interview this exceptionally creative human being. REMEL LONDON!!!!!! Remel London is a name that SHOULD come to mind when you think of Black presenters doing their thing. Remel London, the face of Sky Ones What's Up, TV and host of her own radio show on Capital Xtra, founder of much celebrated...

Martin & Donald speak to the Imperct Pastor Jeff Brown lead pastor at Soma Church Northwest Indianapolis. This young Indianapolis pastor is on the rise. Bringing so many young people from all races back to the Christian church. This pastor is young and dynamic. Jeff will change the way you think about the Christian church and restore your faith in Christ. This is part 1 of his story. A story t...

Professor, Department of History Professor and Chair, Department of American Studies at Indiana University. His work centers on the intersection of labor history and the struggle for racial justice in societies shaped by white supremacy, particularly in the U.S. South (1865-1954) His book,  Twice the Work of Free Labor  examines the role of convict leasing and chain gangs in the remaking of the Am...

RTL speaks with Philadelphia native Dana Ross on coaching some top athletes the challenges of business and raising a family but most importantly her journey of surviving a double mastectomy and her continuing fight against breast cancer.

Monica has a National Emmy for Breaking News. 6 local Emmys, and an Edward T. Murrow Award for Investigative Series and Reporting Monica Morales joins Martin and Donald to discuss her daily coverage of NYC's housing crisis, food insecurity, and health care inequalities in black and brown communities. Monica also expresses her love and gives tribute to community activist Roxanne Reid who passed awa...

RTL Podcast speaks to Bronx Council Member Amanda Farias of the 18th district. Farias is the Chair of the Committee on Economic Development and the Co-Chair of the Women's Caucus. She is the first woman, Bronxite, and Latinx person to serve as Chair of the committee on economic development. As chair, she hosted the city's first legislative hearings on the emerging adult-use cannabis industry, and...

A brief discussion with Road To Legacy Podcast contributor and National Geographic photographer Ron Lewis in Brooklyn New York

James Forten (September 2, 1766-March 4, 1842) was an African American abolitionist and wealthy businessman in Philadelphia. George Bonga (August 20, 1802-1880) could speak French, English, and Ojibwe. The Bonga family is just one example of the diversity and cultural exchange resulting from the Northwest Territory's fur trade. Road To Legacy contributor Curtis Reed breaks down these two African A...

Martin & Donald discuss mental illness, as we all mourn the death of Steven Twitch Boss. We explore mental health in the African American community. As they explore their encounters with black mental illness. Also, an update on their annual Road To Legacy toy drive.

Donald & Martin interview co-founder, politician, & financial advisor Chivona Newsome. Not affiliated with Black Lives Matter Global Network. "We don't believe anyone should have ownership over the term BLM, it's a movement" Chivon R Newsome

Artist and visionary Charles Livio Payne, son of renowned financial analyst and Fox News host Charles Payne, is a young brother wise beyond his years. Like us, you too will be inspired to hear CLP speak honestly and fluidly about his art, the biz side of art (including NFTs), family, addiction and mental illness.

Donald's passion to support African American business owners and entrepreneurs - and his pursuit of finding someone to help fix his teeth - lead to discovering Ryerson Smiles Boutique the office of Dr. Ayanna Poindexter. Dr. Poindexter has a stellar professional reputation as one of the finest dentists in NYC. She has worked to build a thriving Practice in Clinton Hill Brooklyn. Along with her exp...

On the morning of May 15 2021 our friend and supporter Gary Pomerantz collapsed in his hotel room after he went into cardiac arrest, Gary died. Fortunately, Gary came back to life. A successful businessman and philanthropist speak on his coming back to life, his work as a Jewish man in the BlackPower and Civil Rights Movements. Also, Gary speaks on his love for family, and his road to legacy. 

Road To Legacy with Donald & Martin speaks to financial educator, international best-selling author Rory K Douglas. Rory has been voted top 100 global leaders in finance 2021 and he shares with us his views on God, money & purpose in the African American community. Rory tells us what we need to do within our communities to break the generation poverty gap.

Curtis Reed discusses his poem/film about George Floyd and many other black people killed at the hands of police. He also talks about his deceased father and the influence his father had in his life.

Donald & Martin share their different viewpoints about BLM

Trent speaks about the war, the bombing of the USS Stark and the death he had to see. Being a double amputee he dives into his issues with the Veterans Administration and the Persian Gulf Disease, Trent is a true African American sailor who served his country and has a lot to say about it.

Chad Livsey an artist who expresses his art through community service speaks to RTL about entrepreneurship, art and the african american history within him.