David Oyelowo always knew he was meant to play Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma - but Hollywood didn’t see it that way. It took seven years, unwavering faith, and a powerful act of brotherhood to finally bring that dream to life.

Join hosts Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger, and Craig Kielburger as they sit down with David and his best friend, Nate Parker, on My Legacy for a powerful conversation about legacy, lifting others up, and the responsibility of telling the truth through film.

David reflects on his Nigerian heritage and the esteem instilled in him by the legacy of his grandfather, a tribal king. In contrast, Nate opens up about growing up in Norfolk, Virginia, where success was defined by escaping his roots - until he discovered the power of embracing and elevating untold Black stories. Their paths first crossed on Red Tails, a film about the legendary Tuskegee Airmen, and their shared passion for amplifying Black voices forged an unbreakable bond—one grounded in faith and a relentless drive to challenge barriers and bring untold stories to light.

From the fight to bring Selma to the screen to the lessons learned from the heroes who came before them, this conversation is a tribute to perseverance, purpose, and enduring friendship.

Don’t miss Part 1 of this extraordinary discussion on My Legacy.

Creator and Executive Producer: Suzanne Hayward

Co-Executive Producer: Lisa Lisle

Editor Duane Fogwell

Post-production producer Tina Pittaway

A/V by Garcia Creative

Produced in partnership with iHeart Podcasts and Executive Producer Gabrielle Collins.

Like our podcast? Visithttp://youtube.com/@mylegacymovement to see full episodes.

David Oyelowo always knew he was meant to play Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Selma - but Hollywood didn&rsquo;t see it that way. It took seven years, unwavering faith, and a powerful act of brotherhood to finally bring that dream to life.
Join hosts Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger, and Craig Kielburger as they sit down with David and his best friend, Nate Parker, on My Legacy for a powerful conversation about legacy, lifting others up, and the responsibility of telling the truth through film.
David reflects on his Nigerian heritage and the esteem instilled in him by the legacy of his grandfather, a tribal king. In contrast, Nate opens up about growing up in Norfolk, Virginia, where success was defined by escaping his roots - until he discovered the power of embracing and elevating untold Black stories. Their paths first crossed on Red Tails, a film about the legendary Tuskegee Airmen, and their shared passion for amplifying Black voices forged an unbreakable bond&mdash;one grounded in faith and a relentless drive to challenge barriers and bring untold stories to light.
From the fight to bring Selma to the screen to the lessons learned from the heroes who came before them, this conversation is a tribute to perseverance, purpose, and enduring friendship.
Don&rsquo;t miss Part 1 of this extraordinary discussion on My Legacy.
Creator and Executive Producer: Suzanne Hayward
Co-Executive Producer: Lisa Lisle
Editor Duane Fogwell
Post-production producer Tina Pittaway
A/V by Garcia Creative
Produced in partnership with iHeart Podcasts and Executive Producer Gabrielle Collins.
Like our podcast? Visit<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mylegacymovement"> </a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mylegacymovement">http://youtube.com/@mylegacymovement</a> to see full episodes.

Step inside the lives of extraordinary individuals with My Legacy – the conversation redefining what it means to create a living legacy.  

Hosted by Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger, and Craig Kielburger, each episode uncovers the untold stories behind groundbreaking achievements and profound personal struggles — brought to life by those who lived them, and those who walked the journey alongside them. 

This isn’t just another celebrity interview. Each guest brings their “plus one” – a friend, family member, mentor, or trusted confidant who helped shape their path. Together, they offer an intimate window into the trials, triumphs, and truths that define a legacy. 

Join us every Tuesday for unforgettable conversations with remarkable guests like Gloria Steinem, Deepak Chopra, Mel Robbins, Billy Porter, Sarah Jakes Roberts, David Oyelowo, Sophia Bush, Jay Shetty, Martin Sheen, and many more. Then tune in Thursdays for bonus drops – powerful follow-ups, behind-the-scenes moments, and deeper reflections that take the conversation even further. 

Extraordinary lives. Inspiring lessons. This is My Legacy. 

Step inside the lives of extraordinary individuals with My Legacy &ndash; the conversation redefining what it means to create a living legacy.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Hosted by Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger, and Craig Kielburger, each episode uncovers the untold stories behind groundbreaking achievements and profound personal struggles &mdash; brought to life by those who lived them, and those who walked the journey alongside them.&nbsp;
This isn&rsquo;t just another celebrity interview. Each guest brings their &ldquo;plus one&rdquo; &ndash; a friend, family member, mentor, or trusted confidant who helped shape their path. Together, they offer an intimate window into the trials, triumphs, and truths that define a legacy.&nbsp;
Join us every Tuesday for unforgettable conversations with remarkable guests like Gloria Steinem, Deepak Chopra, Mel Robbins, Billy Porter, Sarah Jakes Roberts, David Oyelowo, Sophia Bush, Jay Shetty, Martin Sheen, and many more. Then tune in Thursdays for bonus drops &ndash; powerful follow-ups, behind-the-scenes moments, and deeper reflections that take the conversation even further.&nbsp;
Extraordinary lives. Inspiring lessons. This is My Legacy.&nbsp;

My Legacy Podcast

David Oyelowo Plus One  (Part 1): The Power of Purpose, Faith & Brotherhood

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