🎬 Season 4, Episode 10 - Dr. Kenneth B. Morris, Jr.: Carrying the Legacy of Freedom Forward

Dr. Kenneth B. Morris, Jr. is the great-great-great-grandson of Frederick Douglass and the great-great-grandson of Booker T. Washington - two of the most influential voices for freedom, education, and human dignity in American history. Today, he continues their legacy as Founder and President of the Frederick Douglass Family Initiatives (FDFI), an organization dedicated to ending human trafficking and building a more equitable world.

In this enlightening and timely episode, Dr. Morris and Mrs. Loida Lewis discuss:

✨ The achievements and powerful stories of Frederick Douglass and how his teachings continue to guide the work of justice today.

✨ The mission of FDFI.org: educating young people, preventing human trafficking, and inspiring the next generation of abolitionists.

✨ How modern forms of exploitation persist, and why education remains the pathway to freedom.

✨ His reflections on today’s climate - and what his ancestors might think if they were alive to witness this moment in history.

✨ The responsibility of carrying a remarkable family lineage and transforming it into meaningful action.

🎙️ A profound conversation on history, humanity, and the ongoing fight for freedom - reminding us that the work of Frederick Douglass and Booker T. Washington is far from finished.

🌐 Learn more about the work of FDFI and Dr. Kenneth:

🔗 FDFI.org

🔗 www.kennethbmorrisjr.com

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🎬 Season 4, Episode 9 - Jessy Daing: Love, Leadership & Building Over A Glass Or Two

From managing billion-dollar projects in New York to co-hosting the first Filipino podcast aired on The Filipino Channel (TFC), Jessy Daing’s story is one of passion, resilience, and heart.

In this heartwarming episode, Jessy sits down with Mrs. Loida Lewis to talk about:

✨ How Over A Glass Or Two began - from a small idea between friends to becoming a globally televised Filipino podcast.

✨ Her friendship with co-host JCAS and creative partnership with producer JV Valino, who would soon become her husband.

✨ Her professional journey with top institutions like the Port Authority of NY & NJ, NYPD, Goldman Sachs, and MTA.

✨ Asking Mrs. Lewis for advice on lasting love and a strong marriage - as this episode was recorded just before her wedding to JV.

✨ Parenting and values - including how she raised her son to become the young man he is today, and how she continues to guide him with love and purpose.

🎙️ An inspiring and joyful conversation about friendship, family, career, and finding love where passion meets purpose.

🌐 Learn more:

💡 www.gigilglobal.com

📺 YouTube: Over A Glass Or Two

📸 Instagram:

@jessy_daing

@oagot.usa

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🎬 Season 4, Episode 8 - Herbert Hernandez: Creativity, Courage & Building GIGIL From the Ground Up

From sketching as a kid in Manila to leading one of Asia’s most awarded independent ad agencies, Herbert Hernandez has turned creativity into a career that inspires millions.

He’s the Co-Founder and Creative Partner of GIGIL, the powerhouse agency behind viral campaigns for RC Cola, Levi’s, Netflix Philippines, Jollibee, and more - winning multiple honors from Cannes Lions, Effies, One Show, AdAge, Adweek’s Creative 100, and so much more.

In this energizing episode, Herbert opens up about:

✨ How GIGIL began and rose to become the Philippines’ most prestigious agency.

✨ GIGIL’s philosophy of taking care of its people and nurturing world-class creativity.

✨ His early love for art - from winning poster-making contests to idolizing Bob Ross and embracing his philosophy of “happy accidents.”

✨ Balancing two creative worlds as lead guitarist of Moonstar88 and 6cyclemind, while being the Co-Founder of GIGIL.

✨ GIGIL’s global vision - including its creative collaboration with Jollibee in New York.

🎙️ It’s an inspiring look at passion, perseverance, and the fearless pursuit of ideas - proving that Filipino creativity knows no bounds.

🌐 Learn more:

💡 www.gigilglobal.com | Instagram: @herberthernandez886

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#LoidaLewis #HerbertHernandez #GIGIL #GIGILGlobal #GIGILUSA #Moonstar88 #6cyclemind #AdAgency #CreativeAgency #Advertising #CannesLions #Effies #Levis #NetflixPhilippines #JollibeeNYC #KojieSan #FilipinoCreativity #MusicAndMarketing #Migraine #AdAge #AdweekCreative100 #FilipinoPride #Filipino #TheLoidaLewisPodcast