From Lost Family to Lifelong Purpose: The Story Behind Be Your Own Advocate

In this heartfelt origin episode, Isabel and Isaiah share the incredible story that brought their family—and this show—together. What began with a 23andMe email led to a life-changing reunion, the discovery of a shared lineage, and a new purpose: helping others find connection, healing, and self-advocacy.A DNA Discovery That Changed Everything: Isabel’s niece receives a message from a man claiming to be her uncle. One phone call later, Isabel realizes she’s found a long-lost brother.Legacy of Art and Advocacy: Their shared father, Roger Odierno, was the lead dancer and choreographer with the legendary Katherine Dunham, a trailblazer who broke barriers in modern dance and representation on Broadway.Parallel Paths of Healing: Though raised on opposite coasts, Isabel and her newly found family—including Isaiah—each pursued careers in holistic wellness, health education, and bodywork, continuing their father’s creative and healing legacy.From Reunion to Purpose: Their family connection inspired the creation of Be Your Own Advocate—a show dedicated to helping others find empowerment through knowledge, wellness, and compassion.“A lot of people are silently suffering. They just need support to recognize their strength and to engage with themselves in a way that allows healing to happen.” — Isaiah SparkFollow Be Your Own Advocate on WSNtv to hear more inspiring stories about healing, family, and empowerment.Watch and Listen:YouTube: Youtube.com/@WeServeNetworkVimeo: Vimeo.com/wsntvFacebook: Facebook.com/WeServeTvWebsite: WeServeNetwork.orgSpotify: Tiny.cc/WSNtvRoku: Search “We Serve Network”HighlightsQuote from the EpisodeCall to Action