All Stories Matter - Leslye Logan reinventing herself in the second act of life
In this episode of “All Stories Matter,” Marvinetta Woodley Penn interviews her long-time friend Leslye Logan. They reminisce about their college days at Eastern Illinois University and Leslye’s adventurous life journey. From overcoming childhood asthma to becoming an adaptive diver and an actor, Leslye shares her inspiring story. The episode highlights her role in the movie “Sharing Air” and her philosophy of living life to the fullest!
00:00 Introduction
00:00:15 Introduction to the Host
00:00:36 The Importance of Storytelling
00:01:21 Honoring Past Guests
00:02:25 Introducing Leslie Logan
00:03:02 Leslie’s Eventful Journey to the Show
00:06:02 Leslie’s Early Life and Family
00:08:52 Nicknames and Identity
00:11:00 High School Memories and Challenges
00:14:00 College Years and Meeting Marvinetta
00:26:48 The Theater Teacher & Dr. Rain
00:27:18 Early Acting Influences
00:31:29 Racial Protest in College
00:33:39 Journalism Career Challenges
00:35:38 Internship in Springfield
00:40:47 Baldwin Ice Cream Company
00:45:15 Career in Teaching and Theater
00:47:25 Retirement and Health Challenges
00:50:14 Swimming and Overcoming Fear
00:53:02 Scuba Diving and Diveheart
00:55:35 Return to Acting
00:56:00 First Ocean Dive Experience
00:56:17 Unexpected Call from Jim Elliot
00:57:00 Offered Role of Lois Newland
00:57:33 Becoming Lois Newland
00:59:33 Challenges and Rewards of Acting
01:00:17 Role-Playing as a Teaching Tool
01:01:03 The Importance of Storytelling
