Uncovered Legacy

There's a lot that goes into launching and producing a podcast, and sometimes as listeners, we don't get to know about the Host's thoughts, doubts, fears, and moments of joy during that process. This episode is your chance to be that proverbial fly on the wall. Join me as I share some behind-the-scenes tidbits from Season 1 with special guest host, Erin Abelon. You will hear my thoughts on what we...

Meet Jeff and Jennifer Montgomery, an ordinary couple with an extraordinary tale. A tale of a heart-wrenchingly painful journey through hope, loss, pain, and despair. And a rocky path that leads them to the unexpectedly delightful destination that was uniquely theirs all along. Jeff and Jennifer shared their story about infertility, IVF, miscarriages, and ultimately, adoption. Tune in and listen t...

"Just do it afraid. Do it with the insecurities. Do it with all of the things that could be hindering you. Do it with your heart beating out of your chest." And that is exactly what our guest in this episode, Dr. DeVonna Gatlin, did with her career as a chemist. Now living her dream, with a Ph. D. acquired from the University of Cincinnati, Dr. DeVonna struggled, adapted, and survived through most...

Andrea Polk is the founder of Solo Noir , a premium line of grooming products for men of color, and co-founder of Zen Soul Apothecary, her soon-to-be-released brand, which she co-created with her amazingly insightful 5-year-old daughter, Ava. In our interview, she shared the story of a young, shy, and introverted Andrea who went on to overcome various defeats and hurdles in life to achieve her amb...

Our guest in this episode, Dr. Harold Foley III, is an academic professor (with a Ph. D.) turned real estate developer. He has been in real estate since 1996, starting off as co-owner and Vice President of VOB development, and now President of HF3 Group LLC. Dr Hal and I talked about the Foley family's roots and foundations, and the important role they played in setting him up for where he's at ri...

"The Lyndon Technique...has given me an insane amount of confidence...gave me a confirmation and assurance that I chose the right profession...got me a lot centered...got me out of my head...I've got my game face on big time..." That's what her students had to say about their experience working with this episode's guest, Amy Lyndon. Considered to be Hollywood's premier celebrity booking coach, and...

In this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing Steve Ellis, a licensed cosmetologist & barber, educator, and Founder & Executive Director of the Untouchable Academy .   Steve talked about the origins of his passion for the beauty industry, nurtured under the guidance of his father, Fredrick “Good Fred” Ellis. He also laid out some details about his mission to educate barbers abo...

From one desperate moment on a late-night car journey, René Peña - our guest in this episode, managed to turn the agonizingly painful loss of four of the most important people in her life into a masterpiece of a play that has touched, inspired, and entertained thousands of people across the country.⁣ René shared about her childhood and how it was influenced by her family's Mexican roots. She also...

Our guest in this episode is a really good friend that I've had the privilege of knowing since middle school, through High School and College. A proud graduate of Tuskegee University in Veterinarian Medicine, Dr. Callie Harris currently works as Nestlé Purina's Veterinarian Communications Manager. Dr. Callie talks about how she stumbled onto Veterinarian Medicine as an undergrad biology student at...

From adored husband and dad living the American dream to a broken-hearted widower and severely injured single dad, Tiran Jackson truly is the epitome of what can be overcome with the choice to persevere. A fellow Tennessee State University Alumnus, it was an absolute pleasure to welcome and have a deep conversation with Tiran in this inaugural episode of the Uncovered Legacy Podcast. I know that y...

Welcome to the Uncovered Legacy podcast. I am your host, Curtis Burke. In our first ever episode, I was pleased to have my cousin Erin Abelon introduce and interview me to give you an idea of what this podcast is. We talked about the general overview of what the podcast will be about, where the concept of the Uncovered Legacy came from, and my vision for it. We also talked about who I am and what...

Welcome to the Uncovered Legacy Podcast! Where storytelling is not just left at the kitchen table. Many of us walk through life leaving a silent legacy. But I'm here to change that by keeping those stories alive. Each tale will allow us to learn, discover, listen, and remember. I am your host Curtis Burke — please join me for a trip around the world, through the smallest towns, biggest cities, old...