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Poet and activist, Maya Angelou, shared, "If you're going to live, leave a legacy. Make a mark on the world that can't be erased." Exploring that journey-or road-to legacy has been a decades-long obsession for New York-born besties Donald Reid and Martin Small ( shout-outs to The Bronx and Harlem, respectively). You don't become two of Soho's & Tribeca's most renowned doormen/ concierges without having great smiles, oodles of charm, and prodigious conversational skills. For Martin & Donald, 40 yrs in the hospitality industry has afforded them close and personal views of roads to some legacies being built, tarnished, rebuilt, ignored, and more. Road To Legacy Podcast ( as we are and of quipping, the Old Man versus Young Man Podcast!') captures conversations with notable guests on wide-ranging, relevant, and engaging topics and their personal Roads To Legacy. You won't help but relish the passionate and wildly entertaining disagreements among the hosts (young vs old; left vs right; determinism vs free will, etc.) and witness how their love and respect for one another and their guests are real. In the end family is family.

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Faith & Life Lessons

2026/06/17

On today’s episode of Road To Legacy Podcast, our mission is to inspire, educate, and influence through thought-provoking conversations. We sit down with Luis Flores, who shares his incredible story of survival after being stabbed multiple times and nearly losing his life following a comment made to a woman. In a surprising turn of events, Luis is disconnected in the middle of the interview, leaving parts of his story untold and adding even more intrigue to the conversation. Martin, Donald, and Curtis also dive into discussions about faith, mental health, purpose, and life's challenges, exploring how our beliefs shape the way we navigate difficult times. The conversation takes a deeper turn as they examine scripture and discuss the role faith plays in overcoming adversity. The episode also features a spirited debate between Martin and Donald on the nature of struggle, personal responsibility, and what it takes to persevere through hardship. Join us for an honest, powerful, and thought-provoking conversation on the journey we all share. Welcome to the Road To Legacy.

Foster Care with Eric Willams

2026/02/08

Road To Legacy Podcast sits down with Eric Williams, Senior Director at HeartShare St. Vincent’s Services, for a raw and deeply personal conversation about growing up in group homes—and how foster care didn’t just change our paths, it saved our lives. Together, we reflect on childhoods shaped by instability, the mentors and systems that stepped in when families couldn’t, and the moments that helped transform survival into purpose. This episode explores brotherhood, accountability, and how growing up in care helped mold us into the men, leaders, and advocates we are today. This is a conversation about healing, growth, and building legacy—no matter where you start.

Freedom Friday

2025/10/10

This episode dives into the untold stories of freedom seekers, the remarkable life of Hannah Elias, how the lottery became the government’s cash cow, and the hidden challenges behind the Haitian Revolution. Join Martin, Curtis, and Donald for this powerful conversation on The Road To Legacy Podcast.

Travel Thursday

2025/10/09

Join Martin, Donald, and Curtis on the Road To Legacy Podcast as they dive into the Berlin Conference, Ruth Carter & Afrofuturism, British Black actors vs African American actors, and the power of travel. Don’t miss the conversation!

Trump’s First 100 Days in Office: Racial Trauma & Broken Promises

2025/08/19

On this episode of the Road To Legacy Podcast… Martin, Donald, and Curtis break down Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office — from executive orders and frustrated Latino Trump voters… to Martin opening up about his unforgettable “watermelon trauma.” Real talk. Real debates. Real stories.

Tsunami Syphillis Emanuel Stanley & Bill Duke

2025/08/12

This season, we’re excited to welcome our new co-host, Curtis Reed. He’s been a contributor before, but now he’s officially part of the crew. Curtis is a lover of history, passionate about politics and law, and deeply rooted in his faith — bringing a fresh and thoughtful perspective to the table. In our first episode, whistleblower Emanuel Stanley — who was fired from the Department of Health for speaking out about the unspoken syphilis outbreak — joins forces with the legendary Bill Duke. You’ve seen Bill in Predator, Commando, Deep Cover, Sister Act 2, just to name a few. He’s also a director, producer, father, and mentor. Together, Bill and Emanuel are working to raise awareness about the impact of syphilis on Black and Brown communities. This season, our mission remains the same: to inspire, educate, and challenge perspectives through conversations and debates on politics, history, and culture.

Road To Legacy With Jonathan Ragins

2024/10/07

A conversation with Jonathan Ragins about mental health and overcoming sexual abuse and victimhood offers a valuable opportunity to educate and raise awareness on these critical topics. This discussion delves into the psychological impact of trauma, the challenges survivors face in their healing journeys, and strategies for reclaiming one's sense of self and power.

Road To Legacy With Remel London

2024/06/19

For this edition of Road To Legacy Podcast Donald and Martin go across the pond (via Zoom) to England to interview this exceptionally creative human being. REMEL LONDON!!!!!! Remel London is a name that SHOULD come to mind when you think of Black presenters doing their thing. Remel London, the face of Sky Ones What's Up, TV and host of her own radio show on Capital Xtra, founder of much celebrated creative platform The Mainstream which provides key networking opportunities, live events, workshops/seminars, and podcasts to support exceptional diverse talent developing careers in mainstream media spaces.

Jeff Brown Imperfect Pastor

2024/01/16

Martin & Donald speak to the Imperct Pastor Jeff Brown lead pastor at Soma Church Northwest Indianapolis. This young Indianapolis pastor is on the rise. Bringing so many young people from all races back to the Christian church. This pastor is young and dynamic. Jeff will change the way you think about the Christian church and restore your faith in Christ. This is part 1 of his story. A story that is sure to inspire, influence and educate.

Road To Legacy With Dr. Alex Lichtenstein

2023/11/13

Professor, Department of History Professor and Chair, Department of American Studies at Indiana University. His work centers on the intersection of labor history and the struggle for racial justice in societies shaped by white supremacy, particularly in the U.S. South (1865-1954) His book, Twice the Work of Free Labor examines the role of convict leasing and chain gangs in the remaking of the American South in the half century after the Civil War. Donald and Martin talk to Dr Lichtenstein about "Unmasked" , an exhibit at the Crispus Attucks Museum (1140 Dr MLK Jr. St., Indianapolis) Works of art that's teaching the ugly history of lynching in America. We wanted to know the challenges of a white professor teaching the truth about white supremancy and racist violance in America.

Dana Ross Cancer Survivor

2023/10/31

RTL speaks with Philadelphia native Dana Ross on coaching some top athletes the challenges of business and raising a family but most importantly her journey of surviving a double mastectomy and her continuing fight against breast cancer.

Monica Morales A Master In Solution Based Journalism

2023/08/30

Monica has a National Emmy for Breaking News. 6 local Emmys, and an Edward T. Murrow Award for Investigative Series and Reporting Monica Morales joins Martin and Donald to discuss her daily coverage of NYC's housing crisis, food insecurity, and health care inequalities in black and brown communities. Monica also expresses her love and gives tribute to community activist Roxanne Reid who passed away from Covid in 2021 and just happened to be Donald's beloved mom.

Amanda Farias- New York City Council Member- Bronx|District 18

2023/08/01

RTL Podcast speaks to Bronx Council Member Amanda Farias of the 18th district. Farias is the Chair of the Committee on Economic Development and the Co-Chair of the Women's Caucus. She is the first woman, Bronxite, and Latinx person to serve as Chair of the committee on economic development. As chair, she hosted the city's first legislative hearings on the emerging adult-use cannabis industry, and the NYC ferry system, and has worked to ensure that economic recovery is focused on equity and prioritizes our Black and Brown communities.

Ron Lewis

2023/07/03

A brief discussion with Road To Legacy Podcast contributor and National Geographic photographer Ron Lewis in Brooklyn New York

African American Pioneers Of The 18th Century

2023/05/20

James Forten (September 2, 1766-March 4, 1842) was an African American abolitionist and wealthy businessman in Philadelphia. George Bonga (August 20, 1802-1880) could speak French, English, and Ojibwe. The Bonga family is just one example of the diversity and cultural exchange resulting from the Northwest Territory's fur trade. Road To Legacy contributor Curtis Reed breaks down these two African American icons.

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RealEstateGlennda 2022/04/27

What an amazing legacy you are Martin

It was an honor to meet you and subscribe to your podcast! If I can ever help in Atlanta… I got you! Feel my hugs, @glenndabaker

★★★★★

MooseManKnows 2022/03/29

Real church.

Donald and Martin have a unique perspective on what it means to be a successful person in our world, and how to leave that to our next generations. Fo...

★★★★★

Duggny 2020/08/18

Respect the Process

Donald and Martin honor the podcast title in each episode, laying the groundwork for listeners to reflect and engage with themselves and others. The ...

★★★★★

MunkyBusiness 2020/08/06

Insightful & Entertaining

I love the organic nature of the podcast. Light on the academics, heavy on the anecdotal evidence. The host and their guests bring their experiences, ...

★★★★★

listening1975 2020/06/22

Conversation that points you towards undertanding

The conversations these two men have get to the heart of your own conversation with yourself about what is right & wrong, creating space to really THI...

★★★★★

BNCUNNINGHAM77 2020/06/15

Nice

Really enjoyed this one. Very thought provoking as someone who has a genuine love for hip hop music. Makes me think twice about what I’m consuming. ✨�...

★★★★★

Kwamega1 2020/06/12

Kwame

Awesome show, brothers! Really enjoy hearing your persepectives.

★★★★★

Nathan@Dean 2020/04/27

Challenge Yourself and Listen to this Podcast

These guys are talking about big issues, but also about what life is like day-to-day. They don't avoid going to uncomfortable places, but they bring t...

★★★★★

RRBuda 2020/04/09

Team Donald

marijuana needs to be decriminalized. It’s bs and lots of dudes in jail and with bs records.

★★★★★

HB Worldwide 2020/03/25

Destined for greatness!!!

Dope topics real talk!!!

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