What's Your Legacy?

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 slavery in Asheville, North Carolina.

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 Heights , earning praise for her performance...

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 continents. Performances in 2024 included two world premie...

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 she empowered and the causes she was involved in....

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 leaves a lasting impact, one thriving garden at a...

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 Bureau, she serves as an agent for almost 100 pro...

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 to serve as the founder of  100+ Women Who Care –...

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 pro at helping anyone align their daily actions wit...

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 Settle an Estate, Pick an Executor and Avoid Fami...

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 connection.   Bruce put his view of health and leadershi...

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 movement. 

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 guidance to those in the autism community.

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 from Spelman College and an MFA in Film and Televis...

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 demonstrates her passion for direct patient care. Learn more...

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. Sonya offers readers a roadmap to discovering thei...

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 Dating Expert for NBC's Access Hollywood, Bravo's...

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 her passion in helping others with her non-profit...

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. Sharon's name is etched into the very soul of music.

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. Sara's ingenuity is inspirational.  

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 founder of The Binge Cure Method and she guides emotio...

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 with Yvette some of the inspirations for his most int...

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 of apartheid and support a move for actual equali...

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 friendship spanning decades. Nico has written a bo...