Living Your Legacy

Rudy Mawer
  • 4.7 (17)
  • Self-Improvement
  • Updated Weekly

A podcast that brings you closer to the individuals who have built the brands, businesses, and movements that inspire us all. Each episode features an in-depth conversation with one of the dynamic entrepreneurs from all walks of life, offering listeners a front-row seat to their journeys, insights, and expertise. Through candid dialogue, discover how these innovators turned their ideas into thriving enterprises, the challenges they overcame, and the lessons they learned along the way. From behind-the-scenes stories of building their legacies to actionable advice on leadership, marketing, mindset, and more, this podcast is your guide to applying their wisdom to your own path. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or simply someone hungry for inspiration, These Conversations will deliver the motivation and tools to fuel your ambitions. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered to leave your own legacy.

  1. 13h ago

    How an ER Nurse Built a Brand Women Love

    She never planned to become an entrepreneur. While working demanding 12-hour shifts as an emergency room nurse, she couldn't find a bra comfortable enough for the job, so she decided to create one herself. That single problem sparked SWOOP, a growing women's lifestyle brand built around comfort, confidence, and function. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Virginia Lynn Peterson shares how she navigates entrepreneurship, leads through uncertainty, builds an authentic brand, and transforms everyday frustrations into opportunity. Through lessons in business growth, resilience, and purpose, she reveals why staying calm through chaos and solving real problems creates a legacy that lasts. Key Takeaways How solving one personal problem became the foundation of a successful business.Why staying calm under pressure is one of an entrepreneur's greatest advantages.How authenticity creates a stronger brand than perfect marketing.Why delegation becomes essential as a business grows.How fear should never stop someone from pursuing an opportunity. Notable Quotes "Being an entrepreneur wasn't on my list.""I couldn't find a bra that I loved to wear for a 12-hour shift, so I made one.""Stay calm through the storm.""If you see a problem that you have a solution to, follow that passion.""Don't let fear hold you back."

    16 min

  2. 13h ago

    How a Farm Founder Is Restoring Purpose for Men

    After years of chasing success, Kevin Sauer realizes that purpose cannot be built through achievement alone. As the founder of Love Your Neighbor Farm, he shares how isolation, surrender, and faith reshape his mission to restore men, families, and communities through God's creation. Rather than building another business, Kevin creates a place where brokenness becomes healing, leadership begins with service, and stewardship restores both land and lives. This conversation explores faith-based leadership, men's ministry, community restoration, and sustainable farming while revealing why so many men are searching for something money cannot provide. If you've ever questioned your purpose, this episode offers a different path toward building a lasting legacy. Key Takeaways Why surrender often becomes the beginning of discovering purpose.How Love Your Neighbor Farm uses nature, mentorship, and community to restore men and families.Why listening with empathy creates deeper leadership than trying to solve problems.How stewardship of the land reflects stewardship of people and legacy.Why true fulfillment cannot be found through money, status, or achievement alone. Notable Quotes "When you're ready to surrender and understand you don't control any of it.""I want you to reach men. Men are hurting right now.""Love God and love people.""You can't fill it with electronics. You can't fill it with money.""Take the first step of faith."

    22 min

  3. 13h ago

    How a Publisher Built a Legacy by Betting on Overlooked Voices

    What if the greatest stories are the ones the publishing industry keeps rejecting? Lisa Diane Kastner, founder of Running Wild Press, shares how she transformed frustration with traditional publishing into a mission-driven content creation, licensing, and storytelling company that helps exceptional creators reach audiences across books, film, television, and beyond. Rather than following trends, she searches for authentic voices, develops untapped talent, and builds lasting brands around powerful stories. In this conversation, she reveals why great leaders ask better questions, how overlooked creators become industry breakthroughs, and why your greatest advantage may be the very thing that makes you different. Discover the mindset behind building a legacy by lifting others instead of competing against them. Key Takeaways Why great stories matter more than chasing market trends.How licensing creates opportunities beyond traditional publishing.The importance of discovering and developing overlooked talent.Why asking the right questions unlocks an artist's true potential.How building a supportive community creates a lasting legacy. Notable Quotes "Great stories don't fit neatly in a box.""I'm looking for that voice, that story, that spirit.""People want stories wherever they are.""I shouldn't tell you what to do. I should ask leading questions.""We help that person realize who they were meant to be."

    30 min

  4. 13h ago

    How a Teacher Built Wealth Through Stock Options

    What happens when a lifelong teacher discovers a new mission far beyond the classroom? Dr. Kelli DuCloux, founder of the Stock Options Trading Academy, shares how a career in education evolved into a movement dedicated to helping everyday people build wealth through stock options, financial education, and mindset transformation. She reflects on overcoming devastating financial setbacks, challenging limiting beliefs about money, and creating practical systems that simplify investing for beginners. Throughout the conversation, she reveals why legacy is built by empowering others, not just accumulating success, and explains how changing the way people think about money can ultimately change the course of their lives. Key Takeaways Why financial education is the foundation of long-term wealth and freedom.How mindset and childhood beliefs about money often determine financial success.The importance of creating simple, repeatable systems instead of chasing complexity.Why failure became the turning point that strengthened her purpose and mission.How teaching others to create financial freedom allows them to pursue their life's purpose. Notable Quotes "It's not about the money. It's about the percent.""You can't say the right thing to the wrong person.""The universe is full of abundance.""All they have to do is follow the steps.""I'm supposed to help a million people become millionaires."

    33 min

  5. 13h ago

    How Body Shame Sparked a Global Healing Mission

    AnnaDiosa Love believes every transformation begins from within. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the wellness entrepreneur, transformational coach, and founder of Empower Dream Team 888 shares how body shame, addiction, loss, and relentless self-development shaped her unconventional approach to holistic wellness. Rather than accepting limitations, she creates her own methods centered on energy, mindset, and intentional living. Through stories of resilience, daily rituals, and unwavering belief, she reveals why the words we speak, the goals we write down, and the energy we protect can influence every area of life. This conversation explores healing, personal transformation, chakra cleansing, and building a legacy by empowering others to become their highest selves. Key Takeaways Your self-talk shapes the reality you experience.Personal pain can become the foundation of your purpose.Protecting your energy is a daily practice, not a one-time event.Writing down your goals creates clarity and intention.Building a legacy begins with transforming yourself before serving others. Notable Quotes "What you say to yourself matters.""Words are very powerful.""Love is celebrating one another's wins.""Reinvent yourself.""Keep shining stars."

    15 min

  6. 13h ago

    How a Farm Girl Became Insurance's Top 1%

    Growing up in a small farm town, Katrina Epp never imagined she would become one of the nation's top insurance producers. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, she shares how grit, resilience, and relentless determination helped her rise through one of the most male-dominated industries while building a referral-based business that transformed her career. From overcoming self-doubt and industry resistance to creating systems that consistently generate success, Katrina reveals the mindset behind becoming a top 1% insurance producer. She also explains why niche marketing, authentic leadership, and speaking up when it's uncomfortable have become the foundation of her legacy as she prepares to mentor the next generation through her master class. Key Takeaways Why becoming a specialist beats being a generalist every time.How grit and persistence helped her break into the top 1% of insurance producers.The importance of building a referral-based business through genuine relationships.Why women should confidently lead in male-dominated industries.How self-validation becomes the key to long-term success and leadership. Notable Quotes "You just have to continue to speak up, be bold, and keep powering through.""I wanted freedom more than I wanted money.""There is no problem that I can't solve.""I learned to validate myself.""You are not too much. You were just not made for shallow waters and small minds."

    15 min

  7. 13h ago

    How a Ukrainian Factory Worker Built a $100M E-Commerce Empire

    Growing up in poverty in Ukraine, separated from his mother for years, and later working exhausting factory shifts with no clear future, Alex Fedotoff refuses to accept that his circumstances define his life. In this episode of Living Your Legacy, the e-commerce entrepreneur behind more than $100 million in e-commerce sales shares the turning points that transform hardship into opportunity. From learning English and digital marketing from scratch to building direct-to-consumer brands, scaling Shopify businesses, and mentoring thousands of entrepreneurs, Alex reveals the mindset behind lasting success. Along the way, he explains why validated demand beats chasing revolutionary ideas, how creators can monetize through e-commerce, and why personal growth always comes before business growth. This conversation blends resilience, entrepreneurship, direct-to-consumer strategy, and practical lessons for anyone determined to build a legacy that lasts. Key TakeawaysYour circumstances never determine your future if you're willing to develop valuable skills.The best businesses often improve proven products instead of inventing entirely new ones.Content creators build lasting wealth by combining creativity with strong business fundamentals.E-commerce succeeds through validated demand, healthy margins, and consistent execution.Legacy is built by creating opportunities for your family while helping others succeed. Notable Quotes"If they have the passion and desire to change their life, they can do it.""Business is like any skill. You'll suck at the beginning, but you'll become good with practice.""You don't need to reinvent the wheel. Find validated demand.""Creators need to combine passion with basic business skills.""The difference between your current life and your dream life is located between your ears."

    24 min

  8. 13h ago

    How a Nurse Became the Voice for Vulnerable Patients

    What happens when a bedside nurse refuses to look away from injustice? In this episode of Living Your Legacy, Maranda Kearse shares how decades in nursing, a pivotal abuse investigation, and caring for her own grandmother transformed her into a trusted legal nurse consultant advocating for vulnerable patients. As founder of Aequitas Consulting, she helps attorneys uncover the truth hidden inside complex medical records while fighting for accountability in long-term care. Maranda reflects on the defining moments that shaped her mission, the challenges of building a business from a healthcare career, and why compassion remains the foundation of lasting impact. Key Takeaways Why legal nurse consultants play a critical role in healthcare litigation.How caring for her grandmother permanently changed her perspective on patient care.Why family involvement is one of the strongest protections for elderly loved ones.The lessons learned from transitioning from nursing into entrepreneurship.How one person can create lasting change by speaking up when others cannot. Notable Quotes "If I expected a certain amount of care for my own grandmother, I shouldn't give any less to somebody else's grandmother.""The family has to stay on top of their care.""I want to be able to leave an impact that I advocated for the elderly.""Legacy to me is leaving an impact, no matter how small or big.""When the compassion's missing, it's the elderly population that suffers."

    14 min
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A podcast that brings you closer to the individuals who have built the brands, businesses, and movements that inspire us all. Each episode features an in-depth conversation with one of the dynamic entrepreneurs from all walks of life, offering listeners a front-row seat to their journeys, insights, and expertise. Through candid dialogue, discover how these innovators turned their ideas into thriving enterprises, the challenges they overcame, and the lessons they learned along the way. From behind-the-scenes stories of building their legacies to actionable advice on leadership, marketing, mindset, and more, this podcast is your guide to applying their wisdom to your own path. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned professional, or simply someone hungry for inspiration, These Conversations will deliver the motivation and tools to fuel your ambitions. Get ready to be inspired, informed, and empowered to leave your own legacy.

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  • Creator
    Rudy Mawer
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    270
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Rudy Mawer
  • Show Website
    Living Your Legacy

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