Bobby Flay is a renowned American chef, restaurateur, and television personality specializing in various culinary styles, most notably in Southwestern and Mediterranean cuisines. Below is a comprehensive overview of his life, career, and contributions to the culinary world: Early Life: Birth and Upbringing : Bobby Flay was born on December 10, 1964, in New York City, United States. Initial Interest : He discovered his passion for cooking at an early age and dropped out of high school at age 17 t...
Apr 29, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 410
Mark Ingram II is an American professional football player who has primarily played the running back position in the National Football League (NFL). Ingram has enjoyed a highly successful career, which includes a Heisman Trophy win in college and multiple Pro Bowl selections in the NFL. Below are critical aspects of his career and life: Early Life and College Career : Mark Ingram Jr. was born in Hackensack, New Jersey, on December 21, 1989. He attended the University of Alabama and played for th...
Apr 22, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 409
Emmitt Smith is an American former professional football player, widely considered one of the greatest running backs in National Football League (NFL) history. He played primarily for the Dallas Cowboys and briefly for the Arizona Cardinals. Here is a comprehensive breakdown: Early Life and Collegiate Career : Emmitt James Smith III was born in Pensacola, Florida, on May 15, 1969. He played college football at the University of Florida, setting multiple school records and earning All-American ho...
Apr 15, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 408
Ian Bohen is an American actor known for his work in both television and film. He gained wider recognition for his recurring roles in TV series like “Teen Wolf” and “Yellowstone.” Here’s a detailed breakdown of his career and contributions: Early Life : Ian Bohen was born on September 24, 1976, in Carmel, California, United States. He became interested in acting at a young age and began his professional career as a child actor. Early Career : Bohen’s early acting roles include appearances in TV ...
Apr 08, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 407
Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale is an American businessman and philanthropist, best known as the owner of Gallery Furniture, a retail furniture chain based in Houston, Texas. He has garnered fame for his entrepreneurial acumen and community service efforts. Here are some critical aspects of his life and career: Early Life and Career Beginnings : McIngvale is originally from Starkville, Mississippi. He moved to Houston in 1981 and opened the first Gallery Furniture store with a $5,000 investment. B...
Apr 01, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 406
Jack Harlow is an American rapper, singer, and songwriter known for his distinctive voice and lyrical depth in hip-hop. Here is an in-depth exploration of his life and career: Early Life and Background : Jack Harlow was born in Louisville, Kentucky, on March 13, 1998. He developed a love for music early on and started rapping at 12, recording his music using rudimentary software and equipment. Initial Career Steps : Harlow’s initial foray into the music industry began with the release of mixtape...
Mar 25, 2024•1 min•Season 1Ep. 405
Chris Harrison is a prominent figure in American television. Here’s an in-depth overview of his career and contributions: Chris Harrison : Early Life and Career : Born: July 26, 1971, in Dallas, Texas. Education: He attended Lake Highlands High School in Dallas and later attended Oklahoma City University on a soccer scholarship. Initial Career: Chris Harrison began his television career by covering local sports in Oklahoma City. He also worked as a sports reporter in Dallas, Texas, before transi...
Mar 18, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 404
Soozie is a film director, producer, & environmental advocate based in Louisville, Kentucky. She is notably recognized for her work in documentary filmmaking, focusing on environmental and health-related topics. Critical aspects of Soozie Eastman’s career and contributions include: Documentary Filmmaking : Eastman has produced and directed documentary films that often highlight environmental and health issues. Her work in this field focuses on raising awareness and educating the public on im...
Mar 11, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 403
Morgan McGarvey is an American attorney and politician who has served as a Democratic member of the Kentucky State Senate. He was first elected to the Senate in 2012 and has since held various leadership roles within the legislative body. McGarvey represents the 19th District, which includes portions of Jefferson County and the city of Louisville. Morgan McGarvey has been involved in several legislative initiatives and is known for his work on various issues, including healthcare, education, and...
Mar 04, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 402
Jerry Mathers is a distinguished American actor best known for portraying Theodore “Beaver” Cleaver in the iconic television series “Leave It to Beaver.” Born on June 2, 1948, in Sioux City, Iowa, Mathers’ early introduction to the entertainment world paved the way for his enduring career in the industry. At a young age, Jerry Mathers displayed an innate talent for performing. His family recognized his potential and supported his interest in acting. This led him to venture into modeling and comm...
Feb 26, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 401
Smokey Robinson, whose real name is William Robinson Jr., is an iconic figure in the music industry, renowned as a legendary Motown singer, songwriter, and record producer. He was born on February 19, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, where he later found fame and contributed significantly to the Motown sound. Smokey Robinson’s journey into the music world began at a young age. In high school, he formed a singing group called The Matadors, which later evolved into The Miracles. The Miracles signed wit...
Feb 19, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 400
Oksana Masters, synonymous with courage, determination, and moxie, has charted a remarkable journey that defies the odds and inspires the world. From the challenges of a traumatic childhood to becoming a Paralympian champion, Oksana’s life story is a testament to the power of resilience and the indomitable human spirit. Born in Ukraine in 1989, Oksana’s early life was marked by adversity. She was born with congenital disabilities attributed to the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, leaving her with def...
Feb 12, 2024•3 min•Season 1Ep. 398
Luke Hancock is an American former professional basketball player. He played in six games for Panionios of the Greek Basket League before tearing a muscle in his calf, ending his career. After transferring from George Mason University, he played college basketball for the University of Louisville. While at Louisville, he won the 2013 NCAA championship and was named the Final Four Most Outstanding Player, becoming the first substitute ever to win the award (later vacated due to the 2015 Universit...
Feb 05, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 397
His work combines cubism, pop art, and graffiti painting, using vibrant colors and bold patterns to express hope, dreams, and happiness. In June 2023, Britto revealed his hair was made from brillo pads glued together. Romero Britto is a Brazilian artist, painter, serigrapher, and sculptor who has gained international recognition for his vibrant and colorful works combining pop art, cubism, and graffiti elements. Here’s an in-depth overview of his life and contributions: Romero Britto : Early Lif...
Jan 29, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 396
Marcus Ericsson is a Swedish professional racing driver who has competed in various motorsport disciplines, including Formula 1 and the NTT IndyCar Series. Here’s an in-depth overview of his career: Early Life and Background : Born: September 2, 1990, in Kumla, Sweden. Marcus began his motorsport career in karting, similar to many other professional racing drivers. Formula 1 : Debut : Ericsson made his Formula 1 debut in 2014 with the Caterham F1 Team. Teams : Throughout his Formula 1 career, Er...
Jan 22, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 395
Robert is a Canadian-born American board game inventor who created the popular word-guessing game Pictionary in 1985. Since selling Pictionary, he has invented other board games and products. Most of his life is spent drawing fruit and surfing the Pacific. Angel later became involved with multiple non-profit companies.
Jan 15, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 394
When Jeff Ruby opened his first upscale steakhouse in 1981, he had a clear vision to create an establishment that nobody had seen before. He envisioned a fine dining destination where guests would enjoy an experience unlike any other—the very best food, service, entertainment, and attention to detail. His place would be an over-the-top experience that transported people to a different time and place, where anything was possible and lifelong memories were made. This vision provided a strong found...
Jan 02, 2024•2 min•Season 1Ep. 393
Andy Beshear grew up in Fayette, Franklin, and Clark counties and graduated from Henry Clay High School. He is the son of Steve and Jane Beshear, the 61st Governor and first lady. Along the way, they instilled in Andy the teachings of Andy’s grandfather, a Baptist minister from Dawson Springs, Kentucky, including the values of family, faith, and public service. Andy graduated magna cum laude from Vanderbilt University and earned his Juris Doctor degree from the University of Virginia School of L...
Dec 26, 2023•2 min•Season 1Ep. 392
Ian Rapoport is an American sportswriter, pundit, and television analyst primarily covering the National Football League (NFL). NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport has covered the league since 2009, previously serving as Patriots beat reporter for the Boston Herald for 3 seasons. Now based in New York City, he also has covered the Alabama Crimson Tide for the Birmingham News and Mississippi State for the Jackson Clarion-Ledger.
Dec 11, 2023•2 min•Season 1Ep. 391
Danielle is the reigning Miss Earth USA and will compete for the Miss Earth title later this fall in Vietnam. With such a strong sense of compassion for service, animals, and the Earth-She is currently a global ambassador with Wands for Wildlife to use beauty tools to provide medical aid to wildlife animals. She is also an ambassador with #MeatlessMonday, promoting that trying a plant-based lifestyle even just once a week can positively impact the Planet. With all her service, Danielle is ranked...
Dec 04, 2023•2 min•Season 1Ep. 390
The Miss Teen Earth pageant is an international beauty and environmental-themed spectacle focusing on environmental issues and advocacy. It’s one of the beauty contests emphasizing social responsibility and promoting eco-friendly practices. This pageant is typically open to young female participants from various countries who are passionate about environmental conservation and are willing to use the platform to promote sustainability and raise awareness about the pressing ecological issues facin...
Nov 27, 2023•2 min•Season 1Ep. 389
Mrs. Eden Bridgeman Sklenar has been owner, Chairwoman, and now CEO of EBONY and JET and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of Manna Inc since 2017. Mrs. Bridgeman Sklenar has been with Manna Inc since 2009. She served as Regional Marketing Manager for 2 years before taking a leave of absence to complete her MBA in Entrepreneurship at Loyola University Chicago-Quinlan School of Business in 2011. She received induction into The International Business Honor Society in 2013 after her MBA program. After ...
Nov 20, 2023•2 min•Season 1Ep. 389
Starlet Marie Jones Lugo (born March 24, 1962), better known as Star Jones, is an American lawyer, journalist, television personality, fashion designer, author, and women’s and diversity advocate. She is best known as one of the first co-hosts on The View’s ABC morning talk show, which she appeared on for nine seasons from 1997-98 through 2005-06. She was also one of sixteen contestants of the fourth installment of The Celebrity Apprentice in 2011, coming in fifth place. Star Jones is a well-kno...
Nov 13, 2023•2 min•Season 1Ep. 387
Some of you helped cheer Cheryl on to become a Champion on Hollywood’s first “reality” television show—American Gladiators! Also, her extraordinary passion for collecting Wizard of Oz memorabilia is second to none! Ever since Cheryl’s mother read The Wizard of Oz to her as a child, she shared her mother’s passion for “all things Oz.” Her collection of over 3,500 Oz items— perhaps the world’s most significant —was the premier exhibit at the Judy Garland Museum for 5 years. Still, when her father ...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 386
MG Lamberton was commissioned in the Infantry upon graduation from the University of KY. ROTC Program in 1986. His 1st assignment was with the 82nd Airborne Division at Ft. Bragg, North Carolina. During his time in the 82nd, he served as Mortar Platoon Leader, HHC, 1st Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, then Rifle Company Executive Officer, Company C, 1st Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, & HHC, 1st Brigade Staff. His assignments with the 82nd included Operation Golden...
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Season 1Ep. 385
She is a nonprofit fundraising executive with > 20 years of experience & proven results. She currently serves as SR. VP/Chief Development & Marketing Officer for Hosparus Health-the largest nonprofit in Louisville, KY. Under her leadership, the organization completed a $29 million People of Compassion comprehensive campaign & throughout her career, Tawanda has raised over $200 million! Most recently, Tawanda assumed leadership over the marketing department overseeing the Hosparus ...
Oct 23, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 384
In the beginning, long before he was born. His parents were both devout fundamentalist Christians, & his maternal grandparents raised his Mother Methodist until they converted to fundamentalist Christianity & his paternal grandmother was a fundamentalist Christian & his grandpa eventually converted. Andrew’s parents met at Hyles Anderson College in the late 1980s; Hyles Anderson is known for being a strict fundamentalist school. His Father studied to be a pastor & his mother was ...
Oct 16, 2023•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 383
BGM is a movement dedicated to increasing math confidence, awareness, enthusiasm, identity, fluency, & persistence in children. BGM’s flagship product is the Black Girl MATHgic Box, the first and only monthly subscription box designed to increase math confidence & decrease math anxiety in girls on a 3rd-8th grade math level. Black Girl MATHgic has been featured in Forbes, Buzzfeed, BEYONCE.com, Black Enterprise, and more. Brittany is also a math tutor and former GED Math Instructor &...
Oct 10, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 380
Born in Pakistan and raised in Southern California, & after only 9 months as Metro United Way’s Director of Major & Legacy Gifts, she rose to this position, having previously served as Director for Louisville Metro’s Office for Globalization-joining the mayor’s team with over 15 yrs. as an experienced leader & public servant from various roles like UPS’ Air Region Public Affairs & Communication Relations Supervisor where she was a liaison for the UPS Foundation; as well as Chief ...
Mar 20, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 382
Gwen Mooney is the President & CEO of Cave Hill Cemetery, a cemetery considered by PBS to be 1 of the world’s greatest cemeteries! In 2015, Gwen started as Pres./CEO of The Historic Cave Hill Cemetery in Louisville, KY. She is JUST its 6th leader in almost 200 yrs. & overseeing roughly 300 acres of the cemetery & its arboretum, as well as Cave Hill’s Invest. Corp. & the Heritage Foundation. As if that didn’t keep her busy enough, Gwen is a licensed funeral Dir. & embalmer in ...
Feb 06, 2023•58 min•Season 1Ep. 381
