Let's Talk Legacy

Hospice Medical Director and author Jordan Grumet explains the distinction between meaning and purpose, and shares the story of how his grandfather's legacy had a ripple effect he could never have imagined.Hear Jordan's full interview in Episode 66 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Hospice Medical Director and author Jordan Grumet shares the profound loss that change the trajectory of his life, addresses common misconceptions about hospice care, defines the “purpose crisis”, "purpose anxiety", and the "purpose paradox", explains the distinction between meaning and purpose and the connection between purpose and legacy, and reveals the lessons that the living can take from the dying.

Natalie Byrne, Founder of Blank Space communications firm, and a Legacy, Impact & Brand Purpose Strategist, explains what impact really is, and why being present today is important to legacy tomorrow.Hear Natalie's full interview in Episode 65 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Natalie Byrne, Founder of Blank Space communications firm, and a Legacy, Impact & Brand Purpose Strategist, explains what "blank space" IS, shares stories from her work with President Obama and the United Nations, weighs the metaphorical benefits of being on a speed boat vs a cruise ship, and reveals what we can learn from horses about leadership.

Certified Executor Advisor and author David Edey explains the key role that having the right insurance plays in your estate planning, and the biggest tip for how to find it.Hear David's full interview in Episode 64 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Certified Executor Advisor and author David Edey addresses the personal experience that led him to helping others, the 3 types of families, managing your digital estate assets, the worst job you can ask of someone you love, and why legacy isn't what you leave people, but how you leave them.

Author, Founder/CEO of 7Gen Legacy Group, and host of the Legacy, Lyrics, and Life podcast, Shawna Wells, explains the 6 realms of legacy, and the 3 biggest data points on how you spend your time.Hear Shawna's full interview in Episode 63 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Author, Founder/CEO of 7Gen Legacy Group, and host of the Legacy, Lyrics, and Life podcast, Shawna Wells, talks about being a legacy architect, LIVING a legacy, not just LEAVING one, the 6 realms of legacy, the crucial generational pivot point, why it takes intention to get to impact, how money is data, and how she's literally growing her legacy with apples in Vermont.

Devin DeCiantis and Ivan Lansberg, the Managing Partner and co-founder respectively of Lansberg Gersick Advisors, weigh in on the possible consequences of the latest US election on family businesses.Hear Devin and Ivan's full interview across Episodes 61 and 62 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Devin DeCiantis and Ivan Lansberg, the Managing Partner and co-founder respectively of Lansberg Gersick Advisors, continue the discussion of their new book, THE ENDURING ENTERPRISE: How Family Businesses Thrive in Turbulent Conditions, including the possible consequences of the latest US election on family businesses, 7 stabilizing strategies for businesses and organizations, and weighing the "I" vs the "we".

Devin DeCiantis and Ivan Lansberg, the Managing Partner and co-founder respectively of Lansberg Gersick Advisors, explain why stability, while it sounds good, is really a double-edged sword.Hear Devin and Ivan's full interview across Episodes 61 and 62 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Devin DeCiantis and Ivan Lansberg, the Managing Partner and co-founder respectively of Lansberg Gersick Advisors, run down their new book, THE ENDURING ENTERPRISE: How Family Businesses Thrive in Turbulent Conditions, including info on why family businesses are more resilient than others, managing risk, balancing identity and change, managing continuity vs growth, and why stability is a double-edged sword.

Bridget Cook-Burch, a New York Times & Wall Street Journal Best-selling author, writing mentor, and speaker, as well as the CEO and Founder of Inspired Legacy Publishing, shares the details of her near death experience, what she learned from writing about gang members and serial killers, the power of story, the joy of fish mongering, having passion to your persistence, and why legacy is in the name of ALL of her businesses.Hear Bridget's full interview in Episode 60 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Bridget Cook-Burch, a New York Times & Wall Street Journal Best-selling author, writing mentor, and speaker, as well as the CEO and Founder of Inspired Legacy Publishing, shares the details of her near death experience, what she learned from writing about gang members and serial killers, the power of story, the joy of fish mongering, having passion to your persistence, and why legacy is in the name of ALL of her businesses.

Tom Kaiser, the Managing Partner at Masterful Coaching, renowned expert in the field of collaboration, and a top insurance executive, explains the idea of terrorism insurance, and why insurance, and a full insurance PLAN is critical.Hear Tom's full interview in Episode 59 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Tom Kaiser, the Managing Partner at Masterful Coaching, renowned expert in the field of collaboration, and a top insurance executive, explains how his time in the Air Force led him to the insurance field, pioneering the idea of terrorism insurance, why insurance, and a full insurance PLAN is critical, and shares his legacy within the industry, as well as something free for listeners.

Haleh Shoa, founder and CEO of Picturli, shares about the unique family trauma that led to the start of her company, accidentally uncovering secret families, and using technology to uncover hidden history.Hear Haleh's full interview in Episode 58 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Haleh Shoa, founder and CEO of Picturli, a photo organization and archiving studio that helps families, individuals, and businesses transform their photo collection into one sortable digital library, shares the unique family trauma that led to the start of her company, the lessons she learned from the corporate work with Apple and more, how she's keeping people's memories secure in the digital age, a connection to Cher, curating collections spanning almost 180 years, accidentally uncovering secret families, and using technology to uncover hidden history.

Behaviorist, psychology researcher, and expert on the topic of resilience, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, explains the 5 Pillars of resilience, and what makes each piece essential.Hear Dr. Hanley-Dafoe's full interview in Episode 57 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Behaviorist, psychology researcher, and expert on the topic of resiliency, Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, explains how to stay resilient even in the face of hardship, how to prioritize and set goals, the 5 Pillars of resilience, the importance of taking a pause, the perspective shift brought on by her podcast co-host, navigating the realms of wellness, and the role of perseverance in building your legacy.

Attorney Isaac Wright, Jr. explains how he was able to create new law and use it to secure the release of a fellow inmate before successfully applying it to his own case, and overturning his own wrongful conviction.Hear Isaac's full interview in Episode 56 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Isaac Wright, Jr. successfully fought his own wrongful conviction to life in prison, and has spent years since clearing his own name as well as those of other inmates in similar circumstances. Hear the incredible story of how he fought the system from within and prevailed, and how he has used that knowledge to not only cement himself a legal legacy, but used it to clear and preserve the legacies of countless others.

Shawn Meaike, Founder, President, and CEO of Family First Life Insurance, shares the story of the day that changed his perspective on everything, and what makes the relationship between FFL and Southwestern Legacy special.Hear Shawn's full interview in Episode 55 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Shawn Meaike, Founder, President, and CEO of Family First Life Insurance, shares how his early career in social work primed him for his future in insurance, the story of the day that changed his perspective on everything, the wealth of products now available to protect families, what makes the relationship between FFL and Southwestern Legacy special, and what kind of legacy he wants to leave for generations to come.

Author, speaker, and above all, father, Chris Cochran, shares the equally tragic and uplifting story of his son Christian, what Christian believed in, and why to make To-Love lists instead of To-Do lists.Hear Chris's full interview in Episode 54 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Author, speaker, and above all, father, Chris Cochran, shares the equally tragic and uplifting story of his son Christian and how he's carrying on his son's legacy through the Christian Cochran Legacy Fund, the way acceptance leads to gratitude, why to make To-Love lists instead of To-Do lists, and the one universal thing we all deal with.

Author Debra Yates explains how an important woman in Native American history, her seventh-great-grandmother, Nancy Ward, crossed paths with major figures like Daniel Boone, Thomas Jefferson, and George Washington. Hear Debra's full interview in Episode 53 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Author Debra Yates shares the details of her book, "Woman of Many Names", about an important woman in Native American history, her seventh-great-grandmother, Nancy Ward. Hear how Ward's life marked the fulfillment of a long-foretold prophecy, and about her connections to King George II, Daniel Boone, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, George Washington, the Mayflower, and the Salem Witch Trials.

Andrei Mincov, attorney and founder/CEO of Trademark Factory®, reveals which company went from a “lemonade stand with a dream” to a global, multi-billion dollar valued, household name.Hear Andrei's full interview in Episode 52 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Andrei Mincov, attorney and founder/CEO of Trademark Factory®, reveals his first and favorite client, what had him feeling like Rambo, why Elon Musk definitely is not an idiot, what a trademark is and what it isn't, which company went from a “lemonade stand with a dream” to a multi-billion dollar valuation, and just what the heck is a Drum Desk?

Holocaust survivor Janet Singer Applefield shares the details of her evasion of detainment, forcing her to live under many names, how she survived to be reunited with family, and the struggle to forgive those who wronged her.Hear Janet's full interview in Episode 51 of Let's Talk Legacy.

As a child survivor of the Holocaust, Janet Singer Applefield has spent over 40 years speaking to raise awareness and understanding of the dangers of prejudice, and leave a legacy of acceptance and love. Hear the story of her escape, survival, and reuniting with family, and how the experience has led her to a mission of preserving the Jewish legacy and fighting hate speech and injustice by connecting the past and the present.

Hal Donaldson, president and CEO of Convoy of Hope, recounts the life-changing experience of meeting Mother Teresa, and the advice that she offered him.Hear Hal's full interview in Episode 50 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Hal Donaldson, president and CEO of Convoy of Hope, talks about meeting Mother Teresa, living on the streets for research, receiving a perspective-changing health scare, the importance of life insurance to his employees, the simple value of just doing the next kind thing, and creating a different kind of bucket list, and why no one has a monopoly on compassion.

Amanda Bauer-Frisch, serial entrepreneur and the CEO of the Enduring Legacy Company, explains the idea behind her TED talk, and why simply participating, not necessarily winning or failing, is powerful.Hear Amanda's full interview in Episode 49 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Amanda Bauer-Frisch, serial entrepreneur and the CEO of the Enduring Legacy Company, talks about the grief and loss that shaped her first product, the importance of teaching kids about financial literacy, why the word "legacy" shows up in almost all of her businesses, and how she's helping to uplift not only her customers, but her employees as well.

Garrett Neiman, serial nonprofit entrepreneur, activist, founding CEO of CollegeSpring, co-creator of Liberation Ventures, and Senior Fellow at Prosperity Now, explains the "7 generations principle" of leaving a legacy, adopted from the indigenous peoples of North America.Hear Garrett's full interview in Episode 48 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Garrett Neiman, serial nonprofit entrepreneur, activist, founding CEO of CollegeSpring, co-creator of Liberation Ventures, and Senior Fellow at Prosperity Now, walks listeners through the issues of race and wealth discussed in his book, "RICH WHITE MEN: What It Takes to Uproot the Old Boys' Club and Transform America", including the relationship between luck and power, "compounding unearned advantage", how America is a country of opposites on social issues, figuring out exactly how much is enough, and the "7 generations principle" of leaving a legacy.

Lisa Sakai, Financial Consultant and co-founder of One Vision Retirement, shares her two biggest tips to getting your future financials in order.Hear Lisa's full interview in Episode 47 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Lisa Sakai, Financial Consultant and co-founder of One Vision Retirement, talks about getting her start in Hollywood, how "Bucket List Acceleration" is bridging the present with the future, the one surprising group that often gets left behind in legacy planning, why it's hard for people to be HONEST about their goals, and why goals for yourself AREN'T selfish, one area where Gen Z is headed for disaster, the two biggest tips to getting your future financials in order, and digging so deep you can touch the bottom of the ocean.

Writer, director, producer, playwright, and author, George Stevens, Jr. talks about riding shotgun with his dad and an Oscar award, and getting a call from the President himself, John F. Kennedy.Hear George's full interview in Episode 46 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Writer, director, producer, playwright, and author, George Stevens, Jr. dives into 5 generations of Stevens in showbiz, going all the way back to the Civil War, talks about riding shotgun with an Oscar award, working for the Kennedy Administration, starting the AFI, tackling social justice issues in his work, the future of movies and the cinema viewing experience, shares stories with Edward Murrow, JFK, and President Obama, and reflects on leaving a legacy.

Let's Talk Legacy host Gary Michels talks about what REALLY drives the agents at Southwestern Legacy Insurance Group. Spoiler alert: it's NOT money.

Learn about the affordability and flexibility of mortgage protection coverage, a specialized insurance product which can make a huge difference in safeguarding your home and family.

Carnie Wilson, 1/3rd of the chart-topping trio Wilson Phillips and daughter of Beach Boys' legend Brian Wilson, talks about growing up in a true rock and roll household, parties and all, and the healing over the years within her family, and recounts early encounters with Keith Moon, Paul McCartney, and Shaun Cassidy.Hear Carnie's full interview in Episode 45 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Carnie Wilson, 1/3rd of the chart-topping trio Wilson Phillips and daughter of Beach Boys' legend Brian Wilson, talks about growing up in a true rock and roll household, parties and all, and the healing over the years within her family, encounters with Keith Moon, Paul McCartney, and Shaun Cassidy, a frank and interesting view on her 2 decades of sobriety, the "fourth member" of Wilson Phillips, playing the long game at getting her own cooking show, "Sounds Delicious", airing on AXS TV, and living life, and leaving a legacy, with no regrets.

Learn what makes this form of coverage uniquely different from other coverage, including the advantages, affordability, accessibility, and how it sidesteps a lot of the red tape that could be associated with other end-of-life care.

Humorist Rich Lippman, author of “Last Bucket List”, talks about why people resist making a will, and explains how fun calms fear and leads to creativity, which leads to meaning, which leads to love.Hear Rich's full interview in Episode 44 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Humorist Rich Lippman, author of “Last Bucket List”, talks about making wills and estate planning…get this…FUN. He explains how fun calms fear and leads to creativity, which leads to meaning, which leads to love, and covers “missions of meaning”, “forever letters”, and living life with no regrets while passing along your legacy.

Tax-free retirement? Sound too good to be true? Not if you're smart about the way you use your life insurance policy. Tune in to find out how!

Learn about the hybrid life insurance / investment strategy that could both save you money month to month in the present, as well as put more reserves in your bank account for unexpected events, or to use up the road.