Let's Talk Legacy

Nico Ali Walsh, professional boxer, grandson of Muhammad Ali and nephew of Laila Ali, talks about growing up Ali, making his pro debut in the GOAT's shorts, explains the mechanics and mindset of boxing matchups, the critical importance of momentum, how he's training with future champs, the pros and cons of carrying on a massive legacy, and how sometimes dreams LITERALLY come true.

Catherine Monson, CEO of Propelled Brands and Fastsigns International, and chair of the International Franchise Association, shares her experience filming a Top 5 episode of the "Undercover Boss" television series, and the grueling behind-the-scenes rigors of creating great reality TV. Hear Catherine’s full interview in Episode 8 of Let’s Talk Legacy.

Catherine Monson, CEO of Propelled Brands and Fastsigns International, and chair of the International Franchise Association, shares how overcoming an abusive relationship with her mother taught her to take responsibility for her own attitude, reflects on gathering lessons in positivity from her quadriplegic brother as well as ancient samurai, explains the democratic appeal of the franchise world and how she led the IFA through a pandemic, recounts her experience filming a Top 5 episode of "Undercover Boss", and talks about the 5 common characteristics of successful people, and making a difference in someone's life every single day.

Anthony O’Neal, #1 national bestselling author, speaker, and YouTube star, shares the faulty mindset that led him into homelessness, and how he worked his way out, including his somewhat humorous take on the moment of clarity that forced him to examine his lifestyle. Hear Anthony’s full interview on Episode 7 of Let’s Talk Legacy.

Anthony O’Neal, #1 national bestselling author, speaker, and YouTube star, chronicles his journey from homelessness to helper, applying the principles that lifted him up to lead others away from the mistakes that he made, and talks about finding success on YouTube and building a million-strong tribe, how Covid opened up opportunity, his wild reality TV experiment with “The Singles Mansion”, and encouraging singles and younger people to think about building a debt-free life and legacy.

Southwestern Legacy's Jacob Gerstenberg talks about a few of his most memorable clients, and tackles the paradox of why you'd never drive your car uninsured, but you'd live your LIFE uninsured. Hear Jacob's full interview in Episode 6 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Guest host Ben Majeske and Southwestern Legacy's Jacob Gerstenberg talks about the independence of being a Legacy broker, the feeling of being on the ground floor of something huge, the difference between selling books and selling life-changing insurance, making explosive impact, finishing strong, and leaving a "last love letter" for your family.

Superstar sports agent Leigh Steinberg recounts being an advisor on the hit film "Jerry Maguire", based on his life, and shares his #1 most important negotiation tactic. Hear Leigh's full interview in Episode 5 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Leigh Steinberg is THE sports agent, who over 4 decades has represented over 300 professional athletes in football, baseball, basketball, boxing, and Olympic sports. He has represented the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL draft a record eight times, as well as 64 other first round draft picks in the NFL, and 12 future Pro Football Hall of Famers. Steinberg talks about serving as the real-life inspiration for Tom Cruise's character in the film "Jerry Maguire", meeting Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak in college, helping his clients leave a legacy on and off the field, and how to "win with integrity", and get what you want without selling your soul.

Bestselling author and thought leader Stephen M. R. Covey talks about carrying on the legacy of his father, Stephen R. Covey, author of "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People". This except comes from Stephen's interview in Episodes 379 and 380 of The Action Catalyst podcast, part of the Southwestern Family of Podcasts.

Stephanie Glanzer shares her experience as a classical ballet dancer, how she seeks to empower members of the MGM team, and how a high-level woman navigates a male-dominated industry. Hear Stephanie's full interview in Episode 4 of Let's Talk Legacy.

Stephanie Glanzer, Chief Sales Officer of all properties for MGM Resorts, the largest entertainment/casino hotel company in the world, shares her beginnings in classical ballet, management at a huge scale, empowering employees, bouncing back after COVID, being a high-level woman in a male-dominated industry, living to the fullest, and integrating, not balancing, work and life. This episode is presented by Southwestern Legacy Insurance Group.

MLB great Bill "Mad Dog" Madlock shares what he hopes he leaves as his legacy on and off of the field, and how Southwestern Legacy Insurance Group helped bring him peace of mind. Hear Bill's full interview in Episode 3 of Let's Talk Legacy.

In a 15-season career as a third baseman for six MLB teams, Bill Madlock, nicknamed "Mad Dog", was a three-time All-Star, an All-Star Game MVP, a four-time National League batting champion, and a World Series winner. Madlock talks about his biggest accomplishments on the field, lessons learned from coaching the game, teaching a new generation of players, what he hopes his legacy is, and how Southwestern Legacy Insurance Group has helped provide security to his family. This episode is presented by Southwestern Legacy Insurance Group.

In this special bonus episode, we present "Let's Talk Legacy" host Gary Michels' appearance on the "Never Complacent But Always Grateful" podcast, with Nick Ayala, President and Founder of Priority Life Insurance Group and a Managing Partner of Integrity Marketing Group.