Roots & Revelation

Dr. Brenda LaVar discusses becoming a parent and the early life of her first son, Philip.

Dr. Brenda LaVar discusses her experiences in high school, her college years at the University of Texas at Austin and the birth of her first child, Philip.

Dr. Brenda LaVar discusses growing up with her three siblings, Gwendolyn (Gwen), Rosalind and Rayford. 

Dr. Brenda LaVar returns to share her childhood memories growing up in Waco, Texas. She recounts stories of her grandparents and other life experiences, including surviving one of the deadliest tornadoes in Texas history.

Dr. Brenda LaVar shares memories of her close bond with her father, reflecting how his heartfelt songs conveyed just how special she was to him.

Dr. Brenda LaVar responds to Bernard Pivot’s classic questionnaire. Known for eliciting profound and personal insights, this questionnaire explores the motivations, desires, and idiosyncrasies that we all possess.

In our first series, we dive deep into the remarkable life of Dr. Brenda LaVar, exploring the milestones, challenges, and wisdom she’s gathered along the way. In our first episode, we start with the most basic and fundamental element of her identity — her name.