Influence Unplugged: Celebrating Black Legacy
by WDIY 88.1 FM · 20 episodes
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Influence Unplugged: Celebrating Black Legacy, hosted by Lindsay Watson, is a powerful series airing on WDIY the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 PM. This inspiring show highlights the remarkable stories of African American leadership, creativity, and contributions that have shaped our community and beyond. Each episode honors changemakers, artists, entrepreneurs, and trailblazers, offering heartfelt insights into their legacies. Featuring music produced by Wm. Di'Mon Brown of 11Thirty Entertainment, LLC, a Lehigh Valley-based entertainment company, this series blends storytelling and sound. Learn more about 11Thirty Entertainment at www.11ThirtyEnt.com.
Latest episodes
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29 min
The Courage to Reinvent with Shelby Lawson and Kashi Johnson | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson talks with Shelby Lawson and Kashi Johnson about how faith, creativity, and courage have shaped their journeys in wellness, education, and the arts.
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31 min
Unlearning to Learn with Crystal Williams | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson is joined by Crystal Williams to discuss identity, community, service, and creating meaningful opportunities for people across the Lehigh Valley.
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24 min
What Growth Means for the People Already Here with Winston Alozie | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson talks with Winston Alozie, CEO of the Boys & Girls Club of Bethlehem, about his journey and vision for the Lehigh Valley, from community engagement to faith.
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25 min
Being Called to Serve with Jason Vanderburg | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson welcomes Jason Vanderburg, one of seven Black funeral directors in the Lehigh Valley and founder of Vanderburg Family Funeral Home, Bethlehem's first Black-owned fun…
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28 min
"The Sky Wasn't Even the Limit" with Tiffany Sondergaard | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson sits down with Tiffany Sondergaard, a communications powerhouse, PR pioneer, and powerful Black woman making space for herself and others that follow.
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29 min
Finding and Building Community with Monica Brooks | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson is joined by Monica Brooks, an HR professional and Allentown resident whose spent her time in the Lehigh Valley finding and being a part of community.
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30 min
Standing Ten Toes Down in Purpose and Community with Dan Duch | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson talks with Dan Duch, a lifelong Lehigh Valley resident whose multi-generation Allentown roots have inspired him to stand up for and support the people in his communi…
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30 min
Building Economic Power and Legacy with Dr. Karen Britt | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson sits down with educator and community leader Dr. Karen Britt for a conversation on what it truly means to "show up in excellence."
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30 min
"I Wanted to Help People Like Me" with Danielle Adams-Wiltshire | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson welcomes Danielle Adams-Wiltshire of Queensuite Coach to explore her path to building community here in the Lehigh Valley.
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30 min
"People Helping People" with Andrene Nowell and Candice Richards | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson is joined by Andrene Nowell, Allentown School Board president, and Candice Richards of PSECU to explore their love for community and local youth.
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32 min
Having Faith in the Leap with Amresse Farrow | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson sits down with Amresse Fallow to explore the self belief required to take a leap of faith and pursue new opportunities.
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31 min
Moving from A to B with Jevata Crawford | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson talks with Jevata Crawford, author and founder of Project MOVE, about encouraging people through every kind of life transition.
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37 min
A Focus on People with Kisha Bonnell and Carolyn Stennett | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson welcomes Kisha Bonnell of Black Women Connecting LV and Carolyn Stennett of Victaulic to talk about how connecting people has become their passion.
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30 min
"Grief Is Not a Marathon" with Dr. Lynette Luckers | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson sits down with Dr. Lynette Luckers, a licensed counselor who's helping people get through grief and breaking stigmas around mental health in the Black community.
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29 min
Pillars of Community with Benjamin and Yuvette Hailey | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson is joined by Benjamin and Yuvette Hailey, the Pastor and Assistant Pastor Yuvette Hailey to talk about their call to ministry and how they've become who they are.
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30 min
"Dream Big, Dream Bold, Dream Endless" with JAcinth Headlam | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson talks with actor, producer, and author JAcinth Headlam about her multifaceted career and her drive to create her own success.
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30 min
Moving With Resilience with Jasmine Warren and David Robertson | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson welcomes Be'Skintiful founder Jasmine Warren and Joshway founder David Robertson to talk about their journeys creating one-of-a-kind brands.
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31 min
"Be the Champion of Your Own Life" with Joetta Clark Diggs and Jeffrey Bullock | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson sits down with four-time Olympian Joetta Clark Diggs and PRISM founder Jeffrey Bullock to talk about their goals for their platforms and their motivations.
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14 min
"Perservere - It's Worth It" with Taisha Tolliver | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson welcome Taisha Tolliver, a local attorney, to talk about what drew her to a law career and her experience being a Black woman with a prominent professional reputatio…
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18 min
Working in Community to Build Community with Kumari Ghafoor-Davis | Influence Unplugged
Lindsay Watson is joined by Kumari Ghafoor-Davis, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator for the City of Allentown, to talk about building a strong community that supports each other.