Chris Haley is a writer, actor, filmmaker, advocate, and historian. He’s also a keeper of the legacy of his uncle, Alex Haley the author or Roots and The Autobiography of Malcom X.

Welcome to Season 2 of the StoryMaven Podcast — where we share insights to help you become a better storyteller and create a connection with your audience, all through the power of a great story. This is a story about being open to where your story takes you. Take a listen to how Chris’ journey winds from actor to poet to speaker to Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker. Our conversation took place between Juneteenth 2021, right after its declaration as a Federal holiday, and the centennial celebration of Alex Haley’s birth.