Episodes

  • Empire Talks Back- Empowering Young Visionaries

    Empire Talks Back- Empowering Young Visionaries
    Nov 3 2025
    Guest: Terrence Stone, Founder & CEO of Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy

    In this motivating episode of Empire Talks Back, host Wallace Allen sits down with Terrence Stone, the dynamic Founder and CEO of Young Visionaries Youth Leadership Academy. Stone shares his powerful personal journey from the streets to leadership — and how he’s turned his experiences into a mission to uplift and empower youth across the Inland Empire.


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    27 mins
  • Wallace Allen's Empire Talks Back

    Wallace Allen's Empire Talks Back
    Nov 3 2025
    Guest: Terry Boykins, Executive Director of Project Fighting Chance

    In this empowering episode of Empire Talks Back, host Wallace Allen welcomes Terry Boykins, Executive Director of Project Fighting Chance — a transformative youth empowerment organization based in San Bernardino. Boykins shares how the program uses boxing, mentorship, and community engagement to teach discipline, build confidence, and provide real opportunities for at-risk youth.
    From the boxing ring to life lessons, Boykins discusses the power of resilience, responsibility, and redemption, offering insights on how Project Fighting Chance continues to make a lasting impact across the Inland Empire.


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    28 mins
  • Wallace Allen Talks The Power of Music with Guests Victor Essiet and Russell Gerlach

    Wallace Allen Talks The Power of Music with Guests Victor Essiet and Russell Gerlach
    Oct 2 2025
    Sep 17, 2025

    Empire Talks Back: Victor Essiet (The Mandators) & Russell Gerlach

    In this episode of Empire Talks Back, host Wallace Allen welcomes Nigerian reggae artist Victor Essiet, leader of The Mandators, along with community advocate Russell Gerlach. Together, they discuss music as a force for unity and change, the role of culture in shaping identity, and the importance of grassroots efforts in strengthening communities. From global stages to local neighborhoods, this conversation connects rhythm, resilience, and responsibility.

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    28 mins
  • Empire Talks Fatherhood with Host Wallace Allen and Guest Ryan Berryman

    Empire Talks Fatherhood with Host Wallace Allen and Guest Ryan Berryman
    Oct 2 2025
    Empire Talks Back: Ryan Berryman – San Bernardino Fatherhood
    In this episode of Empire Talks Back, we sit down with Ryan Berryman to explore the importance of fatherhood in the San Bernardino community. Ryan shares his journey, the challenges fathers face, and the impact of strong male role models in building healthier families and neighborhoods. From personal stories to community initiatives, this conversation highlights how fatherhood shapes not only individual households but also the future of our city.

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    26 mins
  • Dr. Chris Otiko Talks Healing & The Immigrant Contribution

    Dr. Chris Otiko Talks Healing & The Immigrant Contribution
    Aug 21 2025
    Wallace Allen interviews Dr. Christopher Otiko, founder of ViaDerma Inc., the company that has received a patent for a revolutionary product that increases the efficiency of anti inflammation medicines by allowing them to be absorbed through our skin! His Vitastem solution is designed to cure burns, cuts, and bruises in a quicker, more efficient manner.
    Dr Otiko, a Nigerian immigrant, demonstrates the contribution that is available via our immigrant population.



    Empire Tlaks Back is hosted and produced by Wallace Allen, publisher and editor-in-chief of community newspaper, Westside Story News aka "the Soul of the Empire".

    For more visit www.wssnews.com

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    52 mins
  • Empire Talks Back 05042025

    Empire Talks Back 05042025
    Jul 3 2025
    52 mins
  • The Empire Talks The Endgame

    The Empire Talks The Endgame
    Jun 14 2025
    Originally aired April 13, 2025

    Host Wallace Allen and Guest Attorney Hugo Salazar discuss the question; Is Trump Manipulating His Way to Declaring Martial Law?

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    53 mins
  • The Empire Talks Priorities, Profits, and the People

    The Empire Talks Priorities, Profits, and the People
    Jun 14 2025
    Originally aired April 6, 2025

    Host Wallace Allen Discusses the importance of placing People Above Profit...

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    53 mins