Living Your Legacy
A podcast that brings you closer to the individuals who have built the brands, businesses, and movements that inspire us all. Each episode features an in-depth conversation with one of the dynamic entrepreneurs from all walks of life, offering listeners a front-row seat to their journeys, insights, and expertise. Through candid dialogue, discover how these innovators turned their ideas into thriving enterprises, the challenges they overcame, and the lessons they learned along the way. From behind-the-scenes stories of building their legacies to actionable advice on leadership, marketing, mindset, and more, this podcast is your guide to applying their wisdom to your own path.
Episodes
How a Girl With No Lunch Money Built a Wealth Empire
Growing up without lunch money, cooking meals on a hot plate, and learning resilience after her father abandoned the family, Victoria Woods refuses to let her circumstances define her future. Instead, she builds one of America's top wealth management firms while developing a philosophy centered on financial freedom, intentional living, and creating generational impact. In this episode, she shares
How a Small-Town Developer Built a Real Estate Legacy
Growing up in a small Illinois town, Jeremy Yost watches entrepreneurship firsthand as his father builds a business from the ground up. Determined to create his own identity, he enters real estate development, overcomes rejection, embraces property management, and learns that lasting success comes from grit, execution, and resilience. In this episode, Jeremy shares how mentorship, mindset, and rel
How an Electrician Built a Legacy That Outlives Him
Jason Parks doesn't just build electrical systems. He builds leaders. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the founder of M&J Electric shares the journey from working nights and weekends to building a thriving electrical contracting company designed to outlast him. Alongside his son Caleb, Jason opens up about entrepreneurship, leadership, succession planning, mentorship, and the difficult d
How a Thai Spa Founder Is Redefining Self-Care
Most people see self-care as a luxury. She believes it's the foundation of a longer, healthier, and more meaningful life. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the founder and CEO of Sabai Thai Spa shares how she goes from arriving in Canada with almost nothing to building a thriving wellness brand rooted in authentic Thai wellness, resilience, and purpose. Rather than chasing hustle alone, she c
How One Sustainability Leader Is Replacing Plastic Forever
What does it take to challenge one of the world's biggest environmental problems while competing against some of the largest corporations on Earth? Lila Karlsen shares how a childhood built on discipline, optimism, and purpose shaped her mission to transform sustainable packaging and eliminate single-use plastics. From building high-performing sales teams to advancing carbon negative packaging inn
How One Survivor Is Preventing Childhood Sexual Abuse
After surviving years of childhood sexual abuse, Yvonne Sandomir refuses to let the cycle continue. Instead of allowing trauma to define her future, she transforms her experience into a mission focused on child sexual abuse prevention, education, and survivor advocacy. In this powerful episode of Living Your Legacy, she explains why awareness is the first line of defense, challenges common misconc
How One Dog's Cancer Created a Pet Wellness Brand
When her beloved dog Teddy is given just weeks to live, MaryBeth Powers refuses to accept there is nothing left to do. What begins as a desperate search for natural pet wellness solutions evolves into Teddy's Turmeric Tamer, a mission-driven business dedicated to helping pet owners explore natural alternatives. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, MaryBeth shares how personal heartbreak, entrepr
How an Eating Disorder Survivor Became a Behavioral Healthcare Leader
A powerful transformation unfolds as a behavioral healthcare leader steps forward to reveal the real journey behind building a meaningful movement. Kayla Nozaki, founder of KDB and Associates, opens up about her personal battle with an eating disorder and how crawling out of that darkness shaped her mindset as a clinical operations entrepreneur. She confronts the rigid limitations of health insura
How a Former Drug Addict Built a Legacy of Hope
David Morrison knows what it feels like to lose everything. After years of addiction, prison, and believing his future had already been decided, he begins rebuilding his life one decision at a time. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the founder of ALR Construction shares how construction became the foundation for something much bigger than business. Through faith, meditation, leadership, and
How an ER Nurse Built a Brand Women Love
She never planned to become an entrepreneur. While working demanding 12-hour shifts as an emergency room nurse, she couldn't find a bra comfortable enough for the job, so she decided to create one herself. That single problem sparked SWOOP, a growing women's lifestyle brand built around comfort, confidence, and function. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Virginia Lynn Peterson shares how she
How a Farm Founder Is Restoring Purpose for Men
After years of chasing success, Kevin Sauer realizes that purpose cannot be built through achievement alone. As the founder of Love Your Neighbor Farm, he shares how isolation, surrender, and faith reshape his mission to restore men, families, and communities through God's creation. Rather than building another business, Kevin creates a place where brokenness becomes healing, leadership begins wit
How a Publisher Built a Legacy by Betting on Overlooked Voices
What if the greatest stories are the ones the publishing industry keeps rejecting? Lisa Diane Kastner, founder of Running Wild Press, shares how she transformed frustration with traditional publishing into a mission-driven content creation, licensing, and storytelling company that helps exceptional creators reach audiences across books, film, television, and beyond. Rather than following trends, s
How a Teacher Built Wealth Through Stock Options
What happens when a lifelong teacher discovers a new mission far beyond the classroom? Dr. Kelli DuCloux, founder of the Stock Options Trading Academy, shares how a career in education evolved into a movement dedicated to helping everyday people build wealth through stock options, financial education, and mindset transformation. She reflects on overcoming devastating financial setbacks, challengin
How Body Shame Sparked a Global Healing Mission
AnnaDiosa Love believes every transformation begins from within. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the wellness entrepreneur, transformational coach, and founder of Empower Dream Team 888 shares how body shame, addiction, loss, and relentless self-development shaped her unconventional approach to holistic wellness. Rather than accepting limitations, she creates her own methods centered on ene
How a Farm Girl Became Insurance's Top 1%
Growing up in a small farm town, Katrina Epp never imagined she would become one of the nation's top insurance producers. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, she shares how grit, resilience, and relentless determination helped her rise through one of the most male-dominated industries while building a referral-based business that transformed her career. From overcoming self-doubt and industry r
How a Ukrainian Factory Worker Built a $100M E-Commerce Empire
Growing up in poverty in Ukraine, separated from his mother for years, and later working exhausting factory shifts with no clear future, Alex Fedotoff refuses to accept that his circumstances define his life. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the e-commerce entrepreneur behind more than $100 million in e-commerce sales shares the turning points that transform hardship into opportunity. From l
How a Nurse Became the Voice for Vulnerable Patients
What happens when a bedside nurse refuses to look away from injustice? In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Maranda Kearse shares how decades in nursing, a pivotal abuse investigation, and caring for her own grandmother transformed her into a trusted legal nurse consultant advocating for vulnerable patients. As founder of Aequitas Consulting, she helps attorneys uncover the truth hidden inside c
How a Real Estate Entrepreneur Built a Legacy Beyond Wealth
After building wealth through real estate, entrepreneurship, and decades of business ownership, William Jason Johnson discovers that success alone is not the legacy he wants to leave. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the founder of BOSS-1 Productions shares how childhood experiences around suffering, years of entrepreneurship, and a passion for personal growth inspired him to create a purpos
How a Skincare Innovator Built a Global Beauty Empire
What starts with one woman's frustration over her own acne becomes a mission to challenge an entire industry. Award-winning cosmetic chemist and Roccoco Botanicals founder Jacine Greenwood shares how she built a globally recognized skincare brand by refusing to create "me too" products and instead focusing on innovation, cosmetic chemistry, and solving problems others ignored. Along the way, she r
How a Marine Turned Failure Into Unstoppable Leadership
What does it really take to build leaders instead of simply running businesses? Charles Solano, Marine Corps veteran, entrepreneur, and founder of Rhodium Leadership Academy, shares the mindset that transformed a difficult childhood into a mission of developing people and creating lasting impact. Through stories of launching multiple businesses, overcoming failure, breaking Guinness World Records,
How a Six-Generation Ranch Built the Super Cow
What does it take for six generations of ranchers to challenge an entire industry? Jim and Jamie Jensen of Lucky 7 Angus believe the future of food starts with better genetics, healthier beef, and empowering family ranchers. They share how decades of innovation led them to develop Angus genetics that produce more beef with fewer resources while improving sustainability and reducing costs. Througho
How a 17-Time World Champion Built Unbreakable Resilience
What does it really take to build a life of purpose through decades of discipline, service, and resilience? In this episode of Living Your Legacy, 17-time world champion athlete, nurse, coach, and founder of OTB Strength, LJ Belsito, shares how strength training became the foundation for overcoming mental health struggles, serving on the front lines of national emergencies, and helping others tran
How a Bronx Doctor Built a Legacy Beyond Medicine
From treating patients on the front lines of COVID-19 to pursuing a mission she believes is far greater than medicine, Dr. Diana Castro shares the experiences that shape her vision for lasting impact. The physician, attorney, and healthcare leader reflects on growing up in the Bronx, military influences, constitutional law, leadership, and why she believes every challenge prepares people for a hig
From Human Trafficking Survivor to Beauty Industry Innovator
Born into poverty in the mountains of Colombia, Sol Kaczenski survives child labor, abuse, human trafficking, and unimaginable setbacks before discovering the determination that changes her future. Today, she builds a thriving beauty business, pioneers an innovative hair extension technique, and dedicates her life to mentoring others. Through stories of resilience, entrepreneurship, leadership, an
From Surviving Poverty to Building a Beauty Legacy
Growing up in post-Soviet Russia, Kira Burulova learns resilience long before she understands success. After immigrating to the United States with just $10,000, two children, and a dream, she builds Prolase Medispa into a multimillion-dollar medical spa business, only to discover that external success means little without inner peace. In this episode, Kira shares how burnout, motherhood, entrepren
From Broke Single Mom to Building a Health Legacy
After losing her job, becoming a single mother, and relying on food assistance just to survive, Nicole Reinhardt refuses to let hardship define her future. Instead, she takes an enormous risk on a commission-only career that ultimately transforms both her life and the lives of thousands of families. In this episode, she shares how resilience, health insurance, preventative healthcare, and unwaveri
How a Late-Bloomer Built a Global Real Estate Legacy
Starting over in your 50s is a dream many people never pursue. Diane Mills proves it is never too late. After decades in media, marketing, and corporate sales, a deeply personal loss forces her to reevaluate everything she believes about success, purpose, and legacy. She embraces real estate, mentorship, and entrepreneurship, building a thriving global organization by focusing on authentic relatio
How a Real Estate Attorney Built a Seven-Figure Legacy
Jodi Strang transforms decades of experience in real estate law into a blueprint for building lasting success. From launching her law practice during the 2008 real estate crash to scaling a seven-figure firm, she shares the pivotal decisions, leadership lessons, and mindset shifts that shaped her journey. Through stories about real estate investing, delegation, business growth, and helping clients
From Childhood Trauma to the Queen of Lending
Labeled a failure as a child, surviving devastating trauma, and growing up surrounded by adversity, Purvee Patel refuses to let her past define her future. Known today as the Queen of Lending, she shares how resilience, financial literacy, and fearless independence become the foundation for helping others achieve homeownership while rebuilding their confidence. Throughout the conversation, she rev
From Personal Tragedy to Trauma-Informed Leadership
After losing her childhood friend to unimaginable violence, Micha Liberty refuses to let grief define her future. Instead, she begins a journey to understand trauma, transform pain into purpose, and build organizations that empower survivors while creating lasting systemic change. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, she explores trauma-informed leadership, burnout, resilience, and why true lead
From Vegas Party Girl to Alcohol-Free Movement
Amanda Turner built a successful career in nightlife, medical device sales, and brewing before realizing alcohol was pulling her further away from the life she wanted to create. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, she shares how leaving behind a lifestyle that once defined her led to founding Devoted, a 0.0% alcohol-free beer brand designed to help people live with greater purpose, health, and
From Child Drug Dealer to Ironman World Championship
At just 10 years old, Lisa Ann Oliveira is forced into a life no child should ever experience. Growing up surrounded by drugs, violence, homelessness, and abuse, she makes a decision that changes everything: she refuses to become a product of her environment. In this powerful conversation, the bestselling author, award-winning Realtor, Ironman athlete, and motivational speaker shares how resilienc
From Nurse to Historic Hotel Legacy Builder
What happens when a nurse with no hospitality experience is asked to help run a historic hotel? In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Rowena Salas shares the remarkable journey that took her from nursing, human resources, and marketing into leading one of Illinois’ most iconic hospitality destinations, Hotel Baker. Along the way, she navigates career pivots, business setbacks, economic downturns,
How an Immigrant's Daughter Built a Beauty Empire
Nicole Habib is a board-certified physician associate, entrepreneur, and founder of NuYou Medical Aesthetics, one of Miami's first PA-owned medical aesthetics practices. Raised by immigrant parents who taught her resilience, discipline, and perseverance, Nicole shares the journey from a determined teenager working her first job at 14 to building a thriving business rooted in integrity, artistry, a
From Broken Home to Beauty Empire
What happens when a little girl raised in chaos refuses to let her past define her future?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Brandi Pope shares the remarkable journey that takes her from a dysfunctional childhood marked by addiction, trauma, and the loss of her father to becoming Mrs. Virginia, founder of The Glam Bell, and a leading voice in the beauty influencer and faith-based content creat
From Nonverbal to Talking Against All Odds
When parents are told their child may never speak, many lose hope before the journey even begins. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Elissa R. Mandel shares how her own experience growing up with undiagnosed autism and ADHD led her to build a mission that has transformed thousands of families worldwide. As a speech-language pathologist, autism specialist, and founder of Speech Works by Elissa,
From Abused Child to Empowering Hundreds
Bruna Pabon never expected to be called a woman in power. Growing up in Brazil, she faced abuse, poverty, rejection, and years of instability before immigrating to America with nothing but hope and determination. In this powerful episode of Living Your Legacy, Bruna shares how faith, resilience, entrepreneurship, and an unwavering commitment to helping others transformed her life. From building Su
From Homeless Teen Mom to Brokerage CEO
Ty Allen knows what it means to rebuild when life changes overnight. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the founder of Unity Concord Real Estate shares the deeply personal journey that shaped her into one of Pittsburgh’s most respected real estate brokers. From experiencing foreclosure, public housing, homelessness, teen motherhood, and personal adversity, Ty reveals how resilience became her
How She Built a Million-Dollar Empire Selling Giant Scissors
Most entrepreneurs search for groundbreaking ideas. Kimberly Baeth found hers in a pair of rusty desk scissors.As the founder of Golden Openings, Kimberly transformed a simple frustration at Chamber of Commerce ribbon cuttings into a global ceremonial products company serving Fortune 500 brands, the White House, Disney, Oprah, and organizations across nearly every continent. In this episode of Liv
How a Woman With No Blueprint Reached the Top 1%
Andrea Williams knows what it means to build from the ground up. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the nationally recognized financial advisor, author, and founder of Enlighten Wealth Planning shares how faith, resilience, and relentless determination helped her overcome debt, personal setbacks, industry barriers, and self-doubt to become one of the top financial professionals in the country.
From News Reporter to Wellness Empire Builder
What happens when the dream you've chased for years turns out not to be the one you're meant to live?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Stefanee Clontz shares her unconventional journey from aspiring TV news reporter to becoming the driving force behind HydraPlus, one of Atlanta's fastest-growing wellness and medical weight loss brands. After walking away from a career she spent years pursuing
From Two Divorces to Building a Real Estate Empire
After navigating two divorces, raising three children, and rebuilding her life more than once, Maya Mihajlovic refuses to let failure define her future. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Maya shares how an immigrant teenager who arrived in America helping her parents navigate a new country transformed herself into a successful entrepreneur, real estate investor, and founder of Maya Creative S
How a Mom Turned Bankruptcy Into a Rockets Partnership
What happens when a struggling franchise owner is staring at bankruptcy, drowning in debt, and wondering if the dream is over?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Christy Hoffman shares the remarkable journey of transforming two failing t-shirt franchise locations into one of Texas’ most respected custom apparel businesses. From building relationships with local little leagues and schools to ear
From PTSD and Suicide Watch to Saving Lives Through Music
After 25 years in the U.S. Air Force, Jason Davis thought he understood resilience. But combat deployments, PTSD, depression, divorce, and personal loss pushed him to a breaking point that nearly ended everything. In this powerful episode of Living Your Legacy, Jason shares how music became more than a passion. It became a lifeline. From military service and songwriting to music marketing, entrepr
How Two Entrepreneurs Built a Global Automotive Brand
Melissa and Shane Underwood never planned to build one of the most recognized names in the high-performance driveshaft industry. What began with experience in a dealership parts department and a driveline shop evolved into a bold entrepreneurial leap fueled by sacrifice, resilience, and an unwavering belief in their vision. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, they share how they cashed in every
How a Small-Town Realtor Reinvented Herself Again
Jodi Davis has spent her life proving that reinvention has no expiration date. As a successful real estate broker, entrepreneur, community leader, and Certified International Property Specialist, she has built businesses, navigated industry shifts, weathered economic uncertainty, and continually found new ways to grow. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Jodi shares how resilience, adaptability
From Homeless Teen to America's Top Lawyer
What does it take to rise from homelessness to becoming one of America's most respected attorneys?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Ken Sterling shares the unconventional path that shaped his career in media and tech law. Drawing from experiences that began with hardship, Hollywood dealmaking, and exposure to high-stakes business transactions, Ken reveals why success is ultimately built on pe
From Marine Officer to Spiritual Healer
What happens when a Marine Corps officer loses the person she admired most and is forced to rebuild her life from the ground up?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Savannah Frank shares the deeply personal journey that transformed her from a high-achieving military leader into an energy healing facilitator and spiritual guide. After growing up in a military family, serving seven years in the Un
How a 24-Year-Old Mom Built an 8-Figure Business
Lucy Staffieri never planned to build an 8-figure company. Raised between Israel and New York, she grew up dreaming of a life bigger than the one she was born into. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, she shares how mindset, awareness, and relentless action became the foundation for building The Green Plug into a thriving solar and energy-efficiency company. From moving out at 18 with almost no
How a Widow Turned Tragedy Into a Real Estate Empire
After losing her husband to stage four colon cancer, battling bipolar disorder, failing the bar exam, and facing overwhelming debt, Hilary Chaney refuses to let tragedy define her future. Instead, she rebuilds her life one disciplined step at a time, transforming heartbreak into purpose and creating a thriving real estate investing business. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Hilary shares the
How a Young Woman Built a Law Firm
What does it take to build a successful law firm when you have no lawyers in your family, no roadmap to follow, and few mentors to guide the way?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Bethany Schneider shares the journey from a determined young student who simply loved to argue to becoming the founder of Schneider Injury Law. She opens up about navigating the legal profession, earning trial experi
How a Single Mom Built a Tax Empire
What happens when a single mother with four young children refuses to accept the future someone else planned for her?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Taryn Jalomo shares the remarkable journey that transformed adversity into opportunity. After escaping a difficult divorce and facing the challenge of supporting her family alone, she discovered an unexpected talent that would change everything
From Small-Town Stylist to Fashion Week Leader
Growing up with a single mother, Jodie Kirchofner learned early that hard work was non-negotiable. What she never expected was that a leap of faith at just 22 years old would launch a journey that transformed a small-town salon into a thriving collection of businesses and a platform for inspiring beauty professionals around the world.In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Jodie shares how she went
How Grandma’s Wisdom Built a Coaching Movement
What if the advice that changed your life came from a garden?In this inspiring episode of Living Your Legacy, Terrie Nathan, CEO of Strong Girl Enterprises, shares the deeply personal story behind her mission to help people transform challenges through the power of perspective. Growing up in Montana, Terrie struggled with self-doubt and bullying until her grandmother Ruby taught her a lesson that
From Army Ranger to Relentless Trial Lawyer
What happens when a man who spent 23 years leading soldiers through combat is forced to reinvent himself from the ground up?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, former Army Airborne Ranger and trial attorney Cloyd Smith shares the hard-earned lessons that shaped his journey from poverty and military service to building a successful law firm rooted in purpose. After facing life-threatening injuri
How a Divorced Engineer Built a $5 Million Relationship Marketing Career
What happens when a divorced engineer decides to stop playing small and start building a life aligned with his values? In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Jason Diebold shares how a personal reinvention led him into the world of relationship marketing, entrepreneurship, health optimization, and purpose-driven business. Drawing from nearly two decades of experience, Jason reveals why authentic r
How a Widow Turned Tragedy Into Purpose
Colleen Marquez never expected her greatest test to arrive just as she was preparing for a new chapter in life. After years of building a successful career in sales, consulting, recruiting, and technology, she was ready to launch her real estate business when tragedy changed everything. In this deeply personal conversation, Colleen shares how faith, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to serv
The Executive Who Fixes Companies Before They Fail
When growth stalls, culture breaks down, and leaders run out of answers, who do companies call? In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Amber Brown shares the journey that shaped her into the transformation executive organizations trust during their most critical moments. From growing up in a hardworking family where she learned responsibility early to leading enterprise-wide transformation and hel
How an Immigrant Mom Built a Real Estate Empire
Born in Peru and raised by entrepreneurial parents who rebuilt their lives in America, Angie Stephens learns early that success is earned through grit, sacrifice, and relentless determination. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, she shares how buying her first home at 20 sparked a journey that would lead her from house hacking and fix-and-flips to real estate development and new construction. A
From the Army’s “Fat Girl List” to Transforming Lives
Christine O'hern never expected her greatest failure would become the foundation of her legacy.After years of struggling with obesity, depression, financial hardship, and personal setbacks, she found herself facing a devastating reality: her military career was coming to an end because she could no longer meet the physical standards required to serve. For many people, that moment would have been t
How an 18-Year-Old Built a Movement for Teen Entrepreneurs
Most entrepreneurs spend years searching for their purpose. Malcolm Keith found his by solving a problem he was living through. As an 18-year-old entrepreneur, Certified Funnel Builder, and founder of Teen Mastermind, he shares how feeling misunderstood by his peers became the catalyst for creating a community where ambitious teens can connect, grow, and lead. In this episode, Malcolm reveals the
How an Immigrant Turned Rejection Into Seven-Figure Success
Elizabeth Polke went from a shy immigrant girl from Ecuador to a successful serial entrepreneur, CEO, and business leader who refused to let her circumstances define her future. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, she shares the mindset shifts, risks, and defining moments that transformed her life. From being bullied for not speaking English to leaving a minimum-wage administrative job for comm
From Addiction and Bankruptcy to Building Generational Wealth
What happens when a man facing addiction, multiple DUIs, and the threat of bankruptcy refuses to let his past define his future?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, entrepreneur, investor, and business strategist Jimmy Rios shares the journey that transformed his life from self-destruction to purpose-driven impact. Through resilience, faith, and relentless action, he discovers a new path that ul
She Lost Her Mother and Found Her Mission
When Taali Munjiyah lost the person she loved most, she found herself trapped in a darkness she never expected. A stroke survivor, grief coach, and founder of Ground Zer0, Taali shares the raw truth about loss, healing, and the coping mechanisms that helped her rebuild her life after watching her mother take her last breath.In this deeply emotional conversation, she reveals why grief never truly d
How a Marine Rebuilt Her Life From Trauma
What happens when a woman breaks free from generational trauma, survives the demands of military life, and dedicates her future to helping others heal?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Marine Corps veteran, holistic health strategist, and root cause wellness pioneer Patricia Gallagher shares the experiences that shaped her journey. From growing up in a challenging household to serving in the
From Single Mom to Holistic Wellness Pioneer
Chelsea Elizabeth never set out to build another med spa. After becoming a mother at 19, navigating divorce, working out of a spare bedroom in her home, and searching for answers to her own chronic health challenges, she began questioning everything she had been taught about beauty, wellness, and aging.In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Chelsea shares how her journey through aesthetics, altern
How She’s Rebuilding the Village for Working Parents
Renee Everett is on a mission to bring back something many families have lost: the village. As the founder of Everbrite Academy and the Renee Everett Collective, she is building a childcare model that goes beyond supervision by focusing on emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and family empowerment.In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Renee shares how her experiences growing up in Miami sh
How a Ukrainian Refugee Built a Luxury Design Empire
Helena Khomkalova went from building a successful career in Ukraine to rebuilding her entire life and business from scratch in Miami after war forced her family to leave everything behind. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Helena shares how she trusted her instincts, walked away from a legal career, embraced entrepreneurship, and transformed adversity into opportunity. She reveals the mindset
How a Mom Turned Heartbreak Into a Movement
Kristin Merwin, founder of Magic Inside, shares the deeply personal journey behind building a movement dedicated to helping women, children, and families reconnect with their authentic selves. Raised in a small Montana town and inspired by her grandmother’s Magic Mountain stories, Kristin reflects on the experiences that shaped her purpose, the challenges that nearly caused her to quit, and the po
How a Childhood Trauma Survivor Found His Purpose
What happens when the darkest experience of your life becomes the foundation for your life's work?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Army veteran, entrepreneur, and NeoMasculinity.Solutions founder John T. Krotec shares the deeply personal journey that transformed him from a survivor of childhood trauma into a leader focused on helping others reclaim authenticity, critical thinking, and self-l
How a College Student Built the Disney FastPass for Bars
At just 23 years old, Ethan Karian is already chasing a vision he’s had since childhood: building a company that disrupts an entire industry. Raised by two entrepreneurs and inspired by the lessons of Think and Grow Rich, Ethan shares how years of self-education, early business failures, and relentless ambition led him to create SipSkip, a hospitality technology platform transforming the way peopl
How a College Student Bought His Professor’s Business
Andrew Oleson never planned to become the owner of the company he admired most. While still in college, he took a chance, walked into his professor’s office, and made a bold offer that would change the course of his life. Today, as CEO of PDG+Creative, Andrew helps businesses build stronger brands, clearer marketing strategies, and deeper customer connections. In this episode, he shares why busine
How She Left Success to Build Her Dream Farm
For years, Tara Luckie did everything society told her would lead to success. She earned multiple degrees, led thriving nonprofits, climbed the professional ladder, and built a respected career. Yet behind the accomplishments, she felt disconnected from the life she truly wanted.In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Tara shares the turning points that forced her to confront her limiting beliefs,
From Small-Town Brazil to Martial Arts Pioneer
What does it take to become the first woman to achieve what no one thought possible? In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Christianny Paiva Lima shares her remarkable journey from a small town in Brazil to becoming a pioneering force in martial arts, entrepreneurship, and women's empowerment. Facing discrimination, cultural barriers, and relentless challenges in the male-dominated worlds of Taek
From Shy Teen Mom to New York Fashion Week
Fashion was never just about clothing for Mia Evans. Long before she launched Mia Maree, she was a shy little girl growing up in San Francisco, captivated by her mother’s style and inspired by the confidence fashion could create. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Mia shares the deeply personal journey behind building a fashion brand rooted in confidence, culture, and legacy. From becoming a t
From Police Chief to Mental Health Reformer
For more than four decades, Roy Taylor has served on the front lines of law enforcement, military service, and leadership. But after witnessing a troubling pattern in police encounters involving mental health crises, he begins asking a difficult question: can policing be done differently?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Roy shares the experiences that shaped his commitment to service, the le
From Pizza Shop Owner to Saving Mothers
What happens when unimaginable loss becomes a lifelong mission? In this powerful episode of Living Your Legacy, Steven D'Achille shares how the devastating loss of his wife to postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis transformed him from a successful Pennsylvania restaurant owner into one of the nation's most passionate maternal mental health advocates.Steven reveals the moment that changed
From Corporate Executive to Healing Through Poetry
For more than 25 years, Tina Sanchez lived between two worlds. By day, she built a successful career in corporate leadership. Behind the scenes, she explored healing arts, energy work, poetry, and personal transformation. In this powerful episode of Living Your Legacy, Tina shares the moments that forced her to stop hiding who she truly was and step fully into her purpose. From surviving life-alte
How a Midwife Transformed Maternal Wellness Worldwide
Corina Fitch, a midwife and founder of Motherfly, shares the personal journey that reshaped maternal wellness. From growing up on a hippie commune and deciding at 12 to become a midwife, to experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety after her third child, Corina reveals the pivotal moments that led her to redefine motherhood. She introduces the concept of “matressence,” explains the importance
From NASA Engineer to Dog Park Visionary
What happens when a NASA engineer and serial entrepreneur discovers that the greatest lessons about leadership, community, and legacy come from a dog?In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Ramy Saleh shares the unexpected journey that led him from engineering, innovation, and global leadership roles to creating Zoomies Dog Park, Houston’s first members-only dog social club. Inspired by the uncondi
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