Jemele Hill is one of the most fearless voices in media – an award-winning journalist, podcast host, and unapologetic truth-teller. But in this unforgettable episode of the My Legacy podcast, she opens up about the moments that shaped her long before the headlines.

Joining co-hosts Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger, and Craig Kielburger, Jemele opens up about growing up with instability caused by her mother’s addiction, the early mentors who believed in her, and the defining choice to never apologize for telling the truth, even when it meant risking it all.

Alongside her husband, Ian Wallace, Jemele also reflects on how trust and love gave her space to be vulnerable for the first time.

Unforgettable lessons include:
How to speak up when you’re the only one in the room
Why vulnerability is a strength – not a weakness
The dating green flag no one talks about: curiosity without an agenda
How to support someone through public storms
And why your past doesn’t define you — it prepares you

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to carry it all, this conversation will remind you that real power starts with giving yourself permission to let go.

Creator and Executive Producer: Suzanne Hayward

Co-Executive Producer: Lisa Lisle

Editor Sujit Agrawal

Post-production producer Tina Pittaway

A/V by A. Britton Dream Production Co.

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

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

Jemele Hill is one of the most fearless voices in media &ndash; an award-winning journalist, podcast host, and unapologetic truth-teller. But in this unforgettable episode of the My Legacy podcast, she opens up about the moments that shaped her long before the headlines.
Joining co-hosts Martin Luther King III, Arndrea Waters King, Marc Kielburger, and Craig Kielburger, Jemele opens up about growing up with instability caused by her mother&rsquo;s addiction, the early mentors who believed in her, and the defining choice to never apologize for telling the truth, even when it meant risking it all.
Alongside her husband, Ian Wallace, Jemele also reflects on how trust and love gave her space to be vulnerable for the first time.
Unforgettable lessons include:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">How to speak up when you&rsquo;re the only one in the room</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why vulnerability is a strength &ndash; not a weakness</li>
<li aria-level="1">The dating green flag no one talks about: curiosity without an agenda</li>
<li aria-level="1">How to support someone through public storms</li>
<li aria-level="1">And why your past doesn&rsquo;t define you &mdash; it prepares you</li>
</ul>
If you&rsquo;ve ever felt the pressure to carry it all, this conversation will remind you that real power starts with giving yourself permission to let go.
Creator and Executive Producer: Suzanne Hayward
Co-Executive Producer: Lisa Lisle
Editor Sujit Agrawal
Post-production producer Tina Pittaway
A/V by A. Britton Dream Production Co.
Produced in partnership with iHeart Podcasts and Executive Producer Gabrielle Collins.
Like our podcast? Visit<a href="http://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

Jemele Hill Plus One: The Power of Speaking Up—and Letting Go

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