The Legacy Project with Jim Copple

04/11/2025

Inspired by JFK’s words from 1958, this Legacy Project reflection challenges us to believe the American spirit again, to face division with optimism, and to “go over the hill singing.”



Share your thoughts below: What gives you hope for the future?

17/10/2025

I’ve carried a small photo in my wallet for 60 years. I’ve taken it to 47 countries and all 50 states. If I lose it, I panic.

Maybe it’s not luck, but memory… or faith.

Tell me in the comments — what’s your lucky charm or item you always keep close?

Jim Copple | The Legacy Project

07/10/2025

Playing it safe never changed the world. Real growth begins the moment you step into the unknown.

What’s one risk you took that was worth it? Share your story below — it might just inspire someone else to leap.

01/10/2025

Real patriotism isn’t about rewriting the past — it’s about facing it honestly. As we debate how to teach and remember America’s story, one question remains: Should we only celebrate the good, or should we tell the whole truth? Drop a comment below and share your perspective. This conversation matters.

11/09/2025

On 9/11, aboard Flight 93, ordinary Americans did something extraordinary. Before they stormed the cockpit, they voted. That’s how much courage and democracy mean.

10/09/2025

A fearless 4-year-old taught me more about human nature in one night than any textbook.

When we’re told “you can’t”… we push back.

Would you take the wisdom—or the Tootsie Roll? 🍭

04/09/2025

Are you exploring new ports—or just circling the same harbor? Jim Copple shares the White House interview story that forever changed his path.

30/07/2025

NEW EPISODE DROP!

Meet Roberto “Taz” Villaseñor, former Tucson Police Chief and a rare voice in law enforcement who believes in building bridges, not barricades.

In this powerful episode of The Legacy Project, Jim Copple sits down with Taz to talk about:
• Why listening is a revolutionary act in leadership
• How police can partner with communities — not just patrol them
• The hard, human lessons behind the badge
• And what legacy really means in a time of division

Real talk. Real stories. Real leadership.

Watch the full interview here
Roberto 'Taz' Villaseñor - Legacy Project with Jim Copple

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"From Chief to Change Agent: Roberto 'Taz' Villaseñor on Faith, Policing, and Legacy"What does legacy mean when your life’s work involves serving, protecting...

30/07/2025

Where is the courage?

Jim Copple from The Legacy Project speaks hard truth about leadership, silence, and the myth that power makes right. From Congress to the church pews to your own street—this message is for all of us.

Real leadership = courage.
It’s time to speak out, show up, and be bold.
Share if you believe leadership starts with moral courage.

02/07/2025

What does it mean to give it all you’ve got — and turn generational struggle into generational strength?

In this powerful episode of The Legacy Project, Jim Copple sits down with Eric Mills, CEO of Thrive in Martin County, KY — once ground zero in America’s War on Poverty.

Eric’s story is a masterclass in purpose, faith, and community transformation — and the legacy he’s building is changing lives in one of America’s most challenged regions.

*Podcast video in the comments

20/06/2025

The Legacy Project is the ongoing work of Jim Copple — a respected voice in public policy, faith, education, and justice. Through vlogs, podcasts, and daily reflections, Jim explores the legacies we inherit and the ones we choose to create — rooted not in material wealth, but in values that shape communities and change lives.

Raised in Kansas City and Seattle, Jim’s path has taken him from the pulpits of Boston to the frontlines of global HIV/AIDS work. He holds a Master of Divinity degree, with doctoral work in the history of education and Christianity, and has spent decades working on substance abuse prevention, crime reduction, youth engagement, and international development.

Jim is the founder of a government relations and grant writing firm, serving a diverse network of clients around the world. He’s also a sought-after speaker and facilitator, known for his storytelling, depth of thought, and moral clarity.

A proud husband, father of eight, and grandfather to nineteen, Jim’s life is rooted in family, faith, and a deep commitment to justice and service. Whether he's reflecting on today’s political moment or sharing stories from the road, Jim’s work is a call to action — to live with purpose and leave something meaningful behind.

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