My Legacy Podcast

Jurnee Smollett Plus One: Raised to Create, Refusing to Settle

Jurnee Smollett – Emmy-nominated actress known for Lovecraft Country, Friday Night Lights, The Great Debaters, and Apple TV+’s Smoke – has spent her life in front of the camera. But long before the accolades, she was a young girl raised in a home where art, activism, and self-reliance were daily lessons. In this deeply personal conversation, Jurnee sits down with hosts Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger, and Craig Kielburger to reflect on the moments that nearly pulled her away from acting – and the calling that brought her back. Joined by her plus one, sister Jazz Smollett, she opens up about growing up in a house of creators, refusing roles that didn’t reflect her standards, navigating insecurity, and redefining strength after motherhood. Together, they share how: Failure can redirect you toward your true calling Refusing to conform can protect your purpose Strength is about discipline and willpower—not appearance Motherhood expands who you are—it doesn’t diminish you Art can heal both the artist and the audience Don’t miss an episode – subscribe now to catch new episodes every Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brittney Griner Plus One: Writing a New Playbook

Originally aired December 16, 2025 As the world comes together to celebrate the Olympic Games, we’re re-airing this powerful conversation to honor Brittney Griner’s legacy as a three-time Olympic gold medalist and the deeper meaning of resilience, courage, and representation on the global stage. Three-time Olympic gold medalist and WNBA champion, Brittney Griner joins My Legacy podcast for her first full-length interview alongside her wife, attorney and activist Cherelle Griner. In this deeply personal episode, they sit down with hosts Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger, and Craig Kielburger to share what it really took to survive nearly 300 days of wrongful detainment in Russia – and the love, strategy, and community that brought Brittney home. Together, they share how: You can’t play by the rules if the system is broken Advocacy means knowing when—and where—to be loud Grief doesn’t wait for the crisis to end Love means telling the truth, even when it hurts Legacy is built in small, pressure-filled choices Don’t miss an episode—subscribe now to catch new episodes every Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jay Shetty + One: The Secret to a Stronger Relationship

Originally aired March 10, 2025 You know Jay Shetty as a bestselling author and podcast powerhouse, but in this special Valentine’s Day Best of My Legacy episode, his wife, Radhi Devlukia, reveals a whole new view of the man behind the mic. Hosts Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger, and Craig Kielburger sit down with Jay and Radhi for a rare, unfiltered conversation about love, partnership, and the small but powerful ways they make each other feel truly seen. Jay reflects on how marriage continues to challenge and reshape his views on love—and why Radhi’s support wasn’t what he expected, but exactly what he needed. Radhi opens up about why she didn’t initially see Jay as more than a friend and the surprising struggles of finding her own voice in their relationship. Discover the simple daily gestures that keep their bond strong, even through life’s biggest changes. Packed with heartfelt laughter, raw honesty, and unexpected emotional moments, this episode peels back the layers of a relationship rooted in trust, growth, and deep commitment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BONUS DROP: Bryan Stevenson on the Cost of Looking Away

In this timely and moving My Legacy Bonus Drop, civil rights lawyer and Equal Justice Initiative founder Bryan Stevenson is joined by Anthony Ray Hinton, who spent 28 years on death row for a crime he didn’t commit. Together, they share what’s been lost – and what still must be fought for – in a justice system shaped by fear, cruelty, and racial bias. Together they reflect on: Why cruelty is a choice—and justice is a commitment What gets lost when we stop being shocked by injustice How hope is passed down, even in the darkest places The crisis in our courts Why this generation may be our most powerful yet Don’t miss an episode – subscribe now to catch new episodes every Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bryan Stevenson Plus One: Inside the Struggles for Hope and Just Mercy

Bryan Stevenson – founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, author of Just Mercy, and one of the most influential justice advocates of our time – joins My Legacy with his plus one: Anthony Ray Hinton, who spent nearly 30 years on death row for a crime he didn’t commit. In this special Black History Month episode, Stevenson and Hinton sit down with hosts Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger, and Craig Kielburger to share the extraordinary story of how they met, what kept them both going, and what it really means to seek justice with love, not vengeance. Together, they share how: Real justice starts with telling the truth about our past We are all more than the worst thing we’ve ever done You don’t truly appreciate sunshine and stars until they’re taken from you Hope is a daily, defiant choice Laughter can keep your soul alive, even in a 5x7 cell Don’t miss an episode – subscribe now to catch new episodes every Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.