Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr.

What does it look like when an ordinary kid from a small town refuses to live an ordinary life? In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode, we sit down with Jack Parker—a man whose story is rooted in the quiet streets of Norwalk, Ohio, but echoes far beyond them. From building homemade race karts and living out “Little Rascals”-style adventures as a kid, Jack’s journey began with imagination, g...

Sometimes life hands you a path… and sometimes, you blaze your own trail—with a little fire in your soul and a whole lot of purpose. In this powerful and unforgettable episode of Tell Me Your Story, Chris Baker Jr. sits down with a man who didn’t just ride life’s ups and downs—he mastered them. Born in 1966 in Cleveland, Ohio, Michael Killik is the definition of resilience, reinvention, and relent...

Sometimes life hands you a microphone before you even know what to say—and in this unforgettable episode, we meet a man who didn’t just find his voice… he mastered it. Before the bright lights, before the roar of packed arenas, and before becoming a recognizable voice across major networks like ESPN, Prime-TV, Fox Sports, and KCBS-TV—Larry Burnett was simply a young man with a dream and the courag...

What if one decision—made in a single moment—could change the entire trajectory of your life? In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of Tell Me Your Story, host Chris Baker Jr. introduces a man whose journey is a living testament to courage, discipline, and the relentless pursuit of purpose—Todd Alles Sr. From a defining choice in his senior year of high school to enlist in the United State...

What if the words spoken over your life weren’t your destiny… but your starting point? In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr., we introduce a man who refused to let limitation have the final say — Michael G. Williams. Told early on by a guidance counselor that he wouldn’t amount to much beyond the projects, Michael faced a defining moment that coul...

Every once in a while, a story comes along that reminds us what life is really about—not just the home runs, but the strikeouts… and the courage to step back up to the plate anyway. In this powerful episode of Tell Me Your Story, Chris Baker Jr. sits down with Trey Keegan, a Sandusky, Ohio native whose journey is rooted in resilience, grit, and purpose. Born in Toledo to college-aged parents, Trey...

Get ready for an unforgettable episode that will move your heart, challenge your perspective, and remind you just how powerful the human spirit truly is. Today, Chris Baker Jr. welcomes the extraordinary Tia Ivy—a true warrior whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. Tia has faced the daily realities of Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS), a painful and often misunderstood skin disease, yet she refu...

What does it look like when one person refuses to accept the world as it is… and instead fights to change it? In this powerful and deeply moving episode of Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr., we sit down with Nathaniel Evans—a true champion of social justice whose life has been defined by purpose, compassion, and relentless dedication to others. Raised in Brooklyn, New York, Nathaniel’s journ...

In this powerful and deeply moving episode of Tell Me Your Story, host Chris Baker Jr. welcomes a remarkable guest whose life redefines resilience, courage, and the strength of the human spirit. Traveling all the way from the heart of South Africa, Tshimangadzo Murovhi shares a story that will stop you in your tracks—and then push you forward with purpose. At just fifteen years old, Tshimangadzo f...

Life doesn’t move in straight lines—and neither does purpose. In this powerful and inspiring episode of Tell Me Your Story, Chris Baker Jr. sits down with Duane Wilson, a true creative force whose journey proves that success isn’t about staying in one lane—it’s about building your own highway. Born and raised on St. Clair in Cleveland during the rise of hip-hop culture, Duane’s story is rooted in...

Some stories inspire you… Some stories challenge you… And then there are stories like this one— the kind that hits your spirit and makes you realize… you were never meant to play small. In this powerful episode of Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr., we sit down with the unstoppable Kellee C. Williams—a woman whose life proves that one moment… one decision… one whisper from God can change EVER...

Some guests walk into a conversation… and some guests walk in and immediately raise the intellectual property value of the entire room. Today’s guest? She’s the second type. In this episode of Tell Me Your Story, I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with DM Cummings—author, publisher, coach, interviewer, entrepreneur, and the kind of person who makes you rethink what you’ve been doing with...

Sometimes you meet someone whose story doesn’t just inspire you — it wakes something up inside of you. The kind of story that makes you sit up a little straighter and think, “Wait… maybe I can do more too.” In this powerful episode of Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr., we dive into the remarkable life of Dr. Hillary Goldthwait-Fowles — a Doctor of Education, curriculum innovator, special edu...

What happens when life knocks you down… and you refuse to stay there? In this powerful episode of Tell Me Your Story, I sit down with Louis Ortiz, a man whose life proves that resilience isn’t just a word — it’s a way of living. Louis’s journey isn’t polished, perfect, or predictable. It’s real. It’s raw. And it’s the kind of story that reminds you just how strong the human spirit can be. Life has...

Some people sell products. Some people sell services. But every once in a while… you meet someone who changes the way people think about problems altogether. In this episode of Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr., I sit down with Denny Wareh — a man who has spent nearly a decade in the world of sales, but not the way most people imagine it. Denny doesn’t just move products. He moves people for...

In this powerful episode of Tell Me Your Story, we shine the spotlight on Andratesha Fitzgerald — a woman whose journey proves that greatness doesn’t come from perfect beginnings… it comes from relentless belief. Raised in Cleveland, Ohio, Andratesha’s life started with challenges many would have used as excuses. But guided by the wisdom of a grandmother who believed in her before the world did, s...

Some stories don’t just deserve to be told — they deserve to be remembered. On this episode of Tell Me Your Story, I honor the life of Larry Thompson, a man whose journey started in Norwalk, Ohio and was defined by grit, humor, and an unbreakable will to keep moving forward. Larry was the kind of person who didn’t wait around for life to hand him opportunities. At just 15 years old, he made the de...

On this episode of Tell Me Your Story, host Chris Baker Jr. sits down with a man whose life proves that where you start does not determine where you finish. Growing up in South Akron, Ohio, Kenny “Jo-Jo” Smith learned early that the court was more than a place to play basketball — it was a classroom for life. Surrounded by the rhythm of bouncing balls, squeaking sneakers, and a neighborhood built...

In this powerful episode of Tell Me Your Story, host Chris Baker Jr. sits down with a man whose life proves what happens when grit meets grace. From the battlefields of Iraq as a United States Marine, to continuing his service in the U.S. Army, Deonte Carter answered the call to serve in places most of us will never see. Two branches of the military. Two honorable discharges. One relentless commit...

In the music industry, dreams are built on two things: talent and relentless belief. Most people have the talent. Very few have the belief strong enough to survive the grind. This is the story of T. Vickz and Mrs. Dean. Before the spotlight… Before the album “Zamunda” shook the industry… Before the headlines calling them a power couple rewriting the rules… There were just two people chasing someth...

Some people chase success. Some people talk about greatness. But every once in a while, you meet someone who wakes up every morning with one mission: Go get it. On this electrifying episode of Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr., we sit down with Jamar Blackmon — speaker, author, entrepreneur, mentor, and the man behind JAMAR BLACKMON INSPIRES LLC. But before the stage lights… Before the books...

Some stories inspire you. Some stories challenge you. And then there are the stories that completely change the way you see people. On this episode of Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr., we sit down with Bert Griggs — a man whose journey proves that a single conversation can alter the direction of an entire life. Growing up in Akron, Ohio, Bert was the quiet kid — the one who could easily ble...

Some people talk about making a difference. Others actually step into the arena and become the difference. On this powerful episode of Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr., we sit down with Albert Jerome Moss — a man whose life is built on grit, purpose, and lifting others higher. Albert isn’t just one thing. He’s a mentor, youth advocate, certified life coach, entrepreneur, trainer, and motiva...

Some people talk about leadership. Some people post about connection. Kemp Boyd lives it. In this powerful episode of Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr., we dive into the incredible journey of a man whose life was shaped by constant change. Growing up between Tennessee, Georgia, and Ohio, Kemp learned early how to walk into unfamiliar rooms and turn strangers into friends. But what started as...

On this powerful episode of “Tell Me Your Story with Chris Baker Jr.”, we sit down with Dom Wright, Vice President and Community Manager at J.P. Morgan Chase, to uncover the journey behind the title. But this isn’t just a story about banking or business. This is a story about vision, mentorship, resilience, and refusing to let where you start determine where you finish. Growing up in the Cleveland...