Celebrity Chef Richard Ingraham is one of a thousand black heroes selected by Pass the Story of Diaspora Forward, Inc. to profile and share in order to inspire and create hope for the present and future generations of black males. Today, it is more important than ever to highlight and share success, stamina, and the skills that make this happen. Chef Ingraham opens up about his work ethic and his perseverance. This series walks viewers through the early years, the challenges, and the overcoming of those challenges on the path to success. While we enjoy learning about the chef and his culinary skills, we also enjoy learning about his mentors and his discipline.