Uncovered Legacy

Uncovered Legacy

By Curtis BurkeSociety & CulturePersonal Journals
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Uncovered Legacy episodes

  • From one decision made by a visionary grandfather - decades ahead of his time - generations of families and students are being nurtured.


    Our guest in this episode, Dr. Carlene Fider, comes from that very lineage of passionate educators and visionaries who, in one way or another, have always seen it as their life's calling to give back to the communities that nurtured them by offering safe refuge to those most in need of belonging.

    And with her passion for supporting socially disenfranchised & marginalized communities, Dr. Carlene is clearly continuing in these very noble footsteps.

    Tune in to hear her story about her life in Jamaica where she was born and raised, and the courageous choices her family made in order to open doors of opportunity for the generations that followed.
    Find out more about Dr. Carlene Fider:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlene-fider-phd-9666388
    Bio: https://designmattersatartcenter.org/people/carlene-fider-phd/

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    41 min

  • Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have existed since before the Civil Rights Act of 1964, but for many years, only a select few have been widely known. And to Nicole Ford-Miller, our guest in this episode, that was an unfortunate oversight that had to be corrected.


    Being an Altadena - California native, it was quite a shock when one of her friends discovered that Nicole had never stepped foot onto the University of Southern California campus. And no wonder. Nicole's passion for HBCUs was kindled by her family since childhood, both through her parents and her aunt. So there was never a question as to what kind of university she would attend. After her incredibly welcoming and amazing experience at an HBCU (Bethune-Cookman University), Nicole started an organization, Stepping in the Right Direction (STRD), to spread the word about these little-known options for the African-American community.

    Tune in to find out more about Nicole's outstanding work in creating awareness about these universities. Maybe you might be one of those people who needs her support in taking that first step in the right direction.

    Find out more about Nicole and her work:
    Website: https://steppingintherightdirection.com/mission/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steppingintherightdirection
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmXmqkWHa5SBe1ntmkYR50Q

    30 min

  • The inner drive to push forward in life is something that most of us learn over time, but not Erica Lockhart - she was born with it.


    Born and raised in Inglewood, Erica is a 3rd generation Californian whose grandparent's legacy had an impact on the history of Southern California. And just like her grandfather, Erica's strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit led to her great success, turning her into a household name in the real estate market.

    Erica shared about her family's fascinating history including seldom-mentioned issues like white flight and how "ghettos" are birthed. Tune in to find out more.

    And while you're here, we'd love your feedback. Leave us a review on Apple, and/or send us a DM on Instagram.

    Connect with Erica:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ericalockhart
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericalockhart_la/
    Profile: https://www.compass.com/agents/erica-lockhart/

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    Website: https://www.podpage.com/uncovered-legacy/contact/
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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088

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    30 min

  • For Dr. Issac Hatley, seeing his vivacious, strong, and fiercely independent wife so weakened by chemo that she needed help for even the most basic self-care was utterly heart-breaking. But this brave and admirably loyal husband's attitude and approach to her suffering is a beacon of light and a beautiful example of what it looks like to truly love someone.


    In this follow-up episode to Kiana Hatley's last week, I had the privilege of interviewing her husband Issac, along with a brief interview of their 14-year-old daughter Reagan Hatley.

    Issac and Reaghan shared their insights into what it felt like to be a carer for someone you love, and also divulged some precious gems for anyone going through what they did as a family.

    Their perspectives of breast cancer's far-reaching effects will both warm your heart and reduce you to tears...in a good way! You'll definitely walk away with so much more hope in humanity. 

    Connect with Dr. Issac Hatley:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/issac.hatley

    Connect with me:
    Website: https://www.podpage.com/uncovered-legacy/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/⁣
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088

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    28 min
  • To a lot of people, breast cancer awareness month brings images of pink-clad ladies and children participating in marathons, with huge smiles on their faces.
    To our guest in this episode, breast cancer awareness month took on a whole new, not-so-glamorous meaning.
    "...you know, when you see breast cancer stuff, you see like October the month of pink and it's so girly and it's beautiful and it's such a positive thing, but breast cancer is ugly and it's harsh and it's brutal and it is painful. It robs people of their family members and it robs people of themselves." ~Kiana
    A mom, wife, and licensed marriage family therapist, Kiana shared her deeply moving story about her struggle with cancer not just once but two times. First with low-grade Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma in her 20's, and then 10 years later with aggressive Triple Negative Breast Cancer, a direct result of her radiation therapy treatment for lymphoma 10 years prior.
    A strong, plain-spoken survivor with a big heart for people, Kiana had a lot of wisdom to share from her experience. From trusting your own instincts about your body to knowing how to be persistent in getting the help and treatment you need, you will walk away with a lot of food for thought...and encouragement.
    Tune in to get a candid but compassionate view of the reality of fighting breast cancer through the eyes of someone who has walked the journey.
    And look out for the sequel next week as I interview Kiana's husband, Isaac Hatley, along with a mini-interview of their daughter.
    Connect with Kiana Hatley:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kiana.bobohatley
    Connect with me:
    Website: https://www.podpage.com/uncovered-legacy/contact/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/?hl=en
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088
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    45 min
  • Turning Pain Into Power with Latisha Russell

    !Warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide and abuse!


    The blows we're dealt in life have the capacity to make us or break us, and what we do with those agonizingly painful situations is what sets us apart.

    For Latisha Russell, pain and trauma have been a common thread since before the age of 6. Having been separated from her estranged biological dad at a very early age, her mom's new marriage landed them all in an even worse situation - with a verbally and physically abusive husband/stepdad - and he went as far as to sexually abuse Latisha for years.

    In a pivotal moment of despair, instead of letting the pain of these horrendous traumatic childhood experiences snuff her life out, Latisha chose to use her experience to help others.

    Tune in to listen to her as she composedly recounts her harrowing experience, and how she is helping other families going through the same navigate these very sensitive situations.

    If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 0800 273 8255 or to the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 0800 799 2733

    To find out more about Latisha Russell, go to her:

    Website: https://www.latishabrussell.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latishabrussell/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/latishabrussell
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc3cn7vNPyUGLlQDevnUCjw

    Let's keep the conversation going:

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    35 min
  • The Making of Season 1 - The Ups, the Downs, and the Fun Curveballs with Special Guest Host Erin Abelon

    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 went right, what didn't go exactly as planned, and those beautiful moments where the outcome far exceeded my expectations.

    And if you have some more feedback to add to what Erin and I discussed, I would really love to hear your thoughts. So please leave me a voice message in the link provided below.

    Don't forget to leave us a review while you're there. Your ratings are really crucial in helping new listeners find us on Apple, Spotify, and other platforms.

    Let's continue the conversation on:

    The Uncovered Legacy Website: https://www.podpage.com/uncovered-legacy/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/⁣

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088


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    15 min
  • The Path: A Letter to Ella with Jeff & Jennifer Montgomery

    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 to their story of ups, downs, and detours to the ultimate destination of meeting their beautiful daughter, Ella.
    Find out more about Jeff & Jennifer:

    Website:  https://jandjhope4adoption.weebly.com/about.html

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.montgomery.5817

    Connect with me:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uncovered_legacy_podcast/⁣
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088

    Underscore music to letter: Dancing Trees by Gotama https://gotama-music.bandcamp.com 

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    42 min
  • Do It Afraid with Dr. DeVonna Gatlin

    "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 of her education with an undiagnosed learning disability. 


    She could have stopped at any time and thrown in the towel. Having a learning disability, growing up in south-central Los Angeles, and faced with family sickness and death. But when pushed to the limit, she excelled - making a path in life for the next generation of scientists to come.


    Every black girl who dreams of being a scientist will be inspired by her story.


    Connect with Dr. DeVonna:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdevonnamgatlin

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.monikemikael/?hl=en



    Connect with me:


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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curtis.burke.1088

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    47 min

About Uncovered Legacy

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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…