Welcome to the What‘s Your Legacy? Podcast, where we dive into the legacies of those shaping our world for the better. Each episode, we sit down with inspiring guests from diverse fields—scientists, artists, activists, and more—who share the values, experiences, and wisdom they hope to leave behind.
I’m your host, Elsa Espino—a fine art photographer, aspiring producer, and creative force in theater and TV. From behind the camera to onstage, I’m here to bring you stories of impact and legacy.
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Season 1 Episode 1 - What's Your Legacy? Podcast - Dr. Jennifer Adair
Welcome to the What‘s Your Legacy? Podcast, where we dive into the legacies of those shaping our world for the better. Each episode, we sit down with inspiring guests from diverse fields—scientists, artists, activists, and more—who share the values, experiences, and wisdom they hope to leave behind.
Today, I’m thrilled to sit down with Dr. Jennifer Adair—a visionary working to make advanced healthcare accessible for all. Beyond her incredible science, Jen is creating a legacy of compassion, determination, and a world where cutting-edge treatment reaches everyone who needs it.
At 19, she had her first child while in college, balancing academics and parenting with the help of welfare programs. Inspired by her mother’s perseverance in finishing her own degree, she completed her studies, often bringing her kids to class. She later had two more children (one adopted) and established a gene therapy workshop for youth. In 2022, she climbed to Everest base camp in honor of her father and to raise funds for cancer research. She has also contributed to conservation efforts in Uganda, given a TED talk on her 40th birthday, holds four patents, and launched her own company in 2020.
Join us as we uncover what drives her, the values she hopes to leave behind, and maybe a few surprises along the way!
I’m your host, Elsa Espino—a fine art photographer, aspiring producer, and creative force in theater and TV. From behind the camera to onstage, I’m here to bring you stories of impact and legacy.
Season 1 Episode 2 - What's Your Legacy? Podcast - Jose "Neaners" Garcia
Welcome to What’s Your Legacy, where we dive into legacies that change lives and the stories behind them.
Today, I’m thrilled to sit down with Jose “Neaners” Garcia. Neaners is the Founder and Executive Director of Hope for Homies, a healing center in Everett dedicated to empowering youth and adults through cultural reconnection, emotional regulation, and mentorship. Raised as a migrant worker, he faced significant hardships, including language barriers, an abusive home, and early involvement in gang life, which led to a 45-year prison sentence at just 14. While incarcerated, he earned his GED and envisioned a future rooted in healing and transformation.
Since his release in 2014, he has dedicated his life to social work, launching programs like “Coffee for Homies” at Tierra Nueva and developing successful youth initiatives in schools. Now leading a LEAD (Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion) Model for adults, he also runs a for-profit business while mentoring future leaders. A devoted father and advocate, Neaners believes challenges are opportunities for growth, using his lived experience to guide others toward healing and self-discovery. His mission is to build a lasting legacy of hope and resilience in marginalized communities.
Join us as we uncover what drives him, the values he hopes to leave behind, and maybe a few surprises along the way!
I’m your host, Elsa Espino—a fine art photographer, aspiring producer, and creative force in theater and TV. From behind the camera to onstage, I’m here to bring you stories of impact and legacy.