Freedom Project Podcast

We're going to be talking with Jess Winns about The Passionate Parent: Follow Your Dreams. Jess Winns a mother, author, entrepreneur, and speaker, Jess has refined her expertise by becoming a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner,  Functional Nutrition Counselor, and Transformational Leadership Coach. She possesses an impressive story and is ready to share it with other women eager to reach their highest potential and live their BEST Lives. In this episode, part 2 of our conversation, we focused on the importance of following your dreams as a parent and why it's important for your own personal growth and well-being, as well as for setting a positive example for your children and providing important benefits for the whole family, more importantly, help you maintain your own identity and sense of self outside of your role as a parent. While being a parent is an important and rewarding responsibility, it's also important to have a sense of identity and purpose outside of that role. Pursuing your dreams can help you maintain that sense of self, which can make you a more well-rounded and fulfilled individual. Connect with Jess Winns: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠LinkedIn⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Freedom Project on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Freedom Project ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Freedom Project: Freedom Project is a Multicultural Social Impact Media Agency with the goal of GUIDING A BILLION PEOPLE FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING through storytelling, mental fitness and services accessible to everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedom-project/support

We're going to be talking with Jess Winns about The Passionate Parent: Lead with Compassion. Jess Winns a mother, author, entrepreneur, and speaker, Jess has refined her expertise by becoming a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner,  Functional Nutrition Counselor, and Transformational Leadership Coach. She possesses an impressive story and is ready to share it with other women eager to reach their highest potential and live their BEST Lives. In this episode, part 1 of our conversation, we focused on the importance of compassion and why it is a fundamental aspect of parenting that can have a lasting impact on the emotional and psychological well-being of children. By demonstrating compassion and empathy towards their children, parents can create a safe and supportive environment that promotes healthy emotional development, positive relationships, and overall well-being. Connect with Jess Winns: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, LinkedIn & ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ ------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Freedom Project on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ Follow Freedom Project ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ About Freedom Project: Freedom Project is a Multicultural Social Impact Media Agency with the goal of GUIDING A BILLION PEOPLE FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING through storytelling, mental fitness and services accessible to everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedom-project/support

We're going to be talking with Katerina Garmaeva about the intersection of mental health and multiculturalism. Katerina was s a Project Analyst in the Project Management Office at Children's Mercy Hospital and a Project Manager at Ascend Learning - a leading provider of online educational content, simulation, software and analytics serving students, educational institutions and employers. In this episode, In this episode, we dive into how different cultures view and approach mental health, the unique challenges faced by individuals from diverse backgrounds, and the importance of cultural competence in mental health treatment. Join us as we discuss the role of community, family, and spirituality in mental health, and how to promote greater understanding and support for individuals with diverse backgrounds. Connect with Katerina Garmaeva: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn Resources Mentioned in this episode: Attend an online CODA meeting Learn more about codependency patterns Soulpower trip podcast by Priscilla Tiziana Soulpower Instagram  ------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Freedom Project on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ Follow Freedom Project ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ About Freedom Project: Freedom Project is a Multicultural Social Impact Media Agency with the goal of GUIDING A BILLION PEOPLE FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING through storytelling, mental fitness and services accessible to everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedom-project/support

We're going to be talking with Maria Laura about Yoga as Self-Care: Nurturing Your Mental Health Through Movement. Maria Laura is a hatha yoga teacher and she focuses on guiding you through a short meditation practice to help you regulate your nervous system and find calmness and clarity. In this episode, we focused on the importance of self-care for mental health and how yoga can be a valuable tool for practicing self-care. Listen in as Maria shares her tips for incorporating yoga into a self-care routine and discuss how it has helped her prioritize her mental health. Connect with Maria Laura: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠Website⁠ ------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Freedom Project on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ Follow Freedom Project ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ About Freedom Project: Freedom Project is a Multicultural Social Impact Media Agency with the goal of GUIDING A BILLION PEOPLE FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING through storytelling, mental fitness and services accessible to everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedom-project/support

We're going to be talking with Reid Graham about Money and Mental Health: Breaking the Financial Taboo & Finding Balance. Reid is driven by his impact on others and his position as a Market Sales Leader - Kansas City at BerganKDV - a leading professional services firm that offers customized business, financial and technology solutions to address your most complex challenges helps him accomplish his mission in helping people achieve financial peace of mind. In this podcast, we will explore the complex relationship between mental health and money management. We will delve into the ways that our emotional and psychological well-being can impact our financial decision-making, and vice versa. Join us for an insightful and compassionate conversation about this important topic. Connect with Reid Graham: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ & ⁠Website ------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Freedom Project on ⁠YouTube⁠ Follow Freedom Project ⁠Facebook⁠ & ⁠Instagram⁠ About Freedom Project: Freedom Project is a Multicultural Social Impact Media Agency with the goal of GUIDING A BILLION PEOPLE FROM SURVIVING TO THRIVING through storytelling, mental fitness and services accessible to everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freedom-project/support

Freedom Project Special Episode* We're going to be talking with Ariana Cook (Ari) about Dating and Mental Health. In this episode, we talked about her experience growing up in two very different homes, struggles with lost, the intersection of romantic relationships and mental wellness, and navigating the complexities of online dating to dealing with the emotional challenges. Whether you're single and looking for love, in a committed relationship, or somewhere in between, this podcast has something for everyone. Tune in to learn more about how to prioritize your mental health while pursuing romantic connections. Connect with Ariana Cook: TikTok & Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling to make mental fitness and services accessible to everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. Subscribe to Freedom Project on YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook & Instagram --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

Today's episode focused on me, me and my struggles working on this project. Every episode opens with me asking my guest, "How's Your Spirit?". I've had a very hard week and was asked "How's Your Spirit?". I didn't know how to answer the question. In this episode, I dived deep into my struggles with identity issues building a mental health project with the goal of guiding a billion people from surviving to thriving as an immigrant in the United States Of America. About Freedom Project: Freedom project is a social impact media agency that uses storytelling and technology to make mental health care accessible for everyone. We want to guide a billion people from surviving to thriving. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

We're going to be talking with Joseantonio Guillen about how he is using mental health advocacy to lead a generation through storytelling. Joseantonio is driven by his impact on others. He understands the difficulties of growing up with a pre-written path and how to branch off into creating your own personal legend. In this episode, we dived deep into his struggles with identity issues as a son of an immigrant being adopted by American parents and how he uses his story to guide to next generation one story at a time. Connect with Dr. Mac: LinkedIn & Twitter Subscribe to Freedom Project on YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook & Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling to make mental fitness and services accessible to everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

Freedom Project Special Episode* We're going to be talking with Dr. Michael Maclin about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility and Why is it important as it relates to societal wellbeing and mental well-being. When life is not working at some level, His method quickly helps reprogram his client's subconscious mind to remove blocks and move ahead in life in a positive way. His passion for education and leadership has been instrumental in increasing academic achievement, building performance, and enriching the climate and culture in multiple school districts nationwide. With over 20 years of educational leadership experience, Dr. Michael P. Maclin has served in various roles, including Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, Principal and Coordinator, Assistant Principal, Dean of Students, Associate Professor, Guidance Counselor, and Teacher. In this episode, we dived deep into Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility, beliefs that may be negatively impacting us as a society, and what can you do to understand the importance of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility. Connect with Dr. Mac: LinkedIn & Twitter Subscribe to Freedom Project on YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook & Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling to make mental fitness and services accessible to everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

Freedom Project Special Episode* We're going to be talking with Kevin Audley LCPC, LPC about positively overcoming subconscious traumas through a method he discovered called the Subconscious Blueprint. When life is not working at some level, His method quickly helps reprogram his client's subconscious mind to remove blocks and move ahead in life in a positive way. Kevin Audley LCPC, LPC, is the Founder and Lead Therapist of Subconscious Blueprint - a groundbreaking approach to facilitating change at the subconscious level where at least 95% of our consciousness operates. A process that transcends the standard methods of visualization, affirmations, willpower, and positive thinking is especially effective in the areas of behavioral/habit change, wellness, and stress reduction. In this episode, we dived deep into subconscious beliefs that may be negatively impacting you and how to positively overcome them through his proven method called Subconscious Blueprint. Connect with Kevin Audley: LinkedIn Subscribe to Freedom Project on: YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling to make mental fitness and services accessible to everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

Starting on July 16, 2022, 988 is available nationwide as a number for people to call or text during mental health, substance use, or suicide crisis. Having an easy-to-remember, three-digit number will help more people connect easily and quickly with trained counselors during a crisis. This is an important first step to helping people in crisis and their families, but what does this three-digit number mean for you? Every year, millions of mental health or suicidal crisis calls are made to 911 and local crisis lines. But unfortunately, when in-person help is needed, law enforcement — not a mental health professional — is often the only response available. It doesn't have to be this way. The availability of 988 will undoubtedly help more people connect directly to mental health support during a crisis, but it does not mean every community has a full crisis response system ready to help. Right now, the full system we need to have in place to respond to people in crisis who call or text 988 is not available in many communities in across the country. We have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to develop a robust mental health crisis response system that works for everyone. 988 is the first step, but the work to reimagine crisis response is only beginning. Stay tuned for more episodes! Subscribe to Freedom Project on: YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling and technology to make mental fitness and services accessible for everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

Freedom Project Founder, Ebrima "Abraham" Sisay, was invited to Kansas City's Sports Radio 810 WHB on the final day of Mental Health Awareness Month. Learn more about what we discussed below. Segment 1 This 1st segment is a clear explanation of the entire “Border Showdown for Kids. Learn about The ShareWaves Foundation and our mission to advance opportunities for all children to experience the life-enriching power of sports. We also feature an in-depth conversation with Zik Zwanganga and Ebrima “Abraham” Sisay, community activists, and mental health experts. Both gentlemen were born in Africa and have a unique perspective on the current state of mental wellness in our city. “The Border Showdown for Kids,” is a critical summer-long fundraiser. Both Missouri and Kansas fans are stepping up to see who will win the "Battle for Charitable Bragging Rights". To help us please go to the ShareWaves website at www.sharewavesfoundation.org or text “movements” to 243-725. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

New Rebranding and mission update: We've rebranded Freedom Project from just a documentary series to a global awareness project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, awareness educational portals, and global awareness campaigns. Listen to our Creator & Executive Producer, Ebrima "Abraham" Sisay share what we will be focusing on in 2022. Stay tuned for more episodes as we are just getting started! Subscribe to Freedom Project on: YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling and technology to make mental fitness and services accessible for everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

*Freedom Project Special Episode #2* In honor of Suicide Awareness Month, we're going to be talking with Jessica Peters, a 1st-year Medical Student & a Navy Veteran, about her experiences with suicide. Jessica served as an intelligence specialist in the US Navy and after finishing her active duty contract, she enrolled in a university and earn her Bachelors Of Science In Chemistry & Physics Of Medicine. In this episode, we dived deep into her past and discussed early childhood experiences with Trauma, sexual assault, and her attempted suicides. Trigger warning! Connect with Jessica Peters: LinkedIn Instagram Subscribe to Freedom Project on: YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling and technology to make mental fitness and services accessible for everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

*Freedom Project Special Episode* In honor of Suicide Awareness Month, we're going to be talking with Dr. Hawkins about burnout and the increased amount of suicide amongst doctors. Doctors have the highest rate of suicide among all professions. How did we as a society get to this point? Who is taking care of Doctors while they take care of us? Physician Suicide is an epidemic impacting frontline Doctors. Dr. Hawkins Boone Mecham, Vice President Board Of Directors, Physician at Moon Cycle Medicine INC. Dr. Hawkins was part of a documentary, DO NO HARM, EXPOSING THE HIPPOCRATIC HOAX. In the documentary, the film uncovers a medical system that's detrimental to med students, residents, and physicians. In this episode, we dived deep into his past and discussed this silent epidemic and the truth about a sick healthcare system that not only drives brilliant young doctors to take their own lives but puts patients' lives at risk too. Connect with Dr. Hawkins: LinkedIn Subscribe to Freedom Project on: YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling and technology to make mental fitness and services accessible for everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

We're going to be talking with Johnnie Calloway about the effects of domestic violence. Johnnie is a husband, father, actor, model, podcast host, and basketball trainer located in Kansas City. Fun fact, Johnnie's testimony helped pass a bill in Missouri. The bill creates the "Missouri Empowerment Scholarship Accounts Program" and specifies that any taxpayer may claim a tax credit, not to exceed 50% of the taxpayer's state tax liability, for any qualifying contribution to an educational assistance organization for all fiscal years beginning on or after July 1, 2021. Basically, minority parents can support their kids to pursue better education and put them in the best position for them to succeed! Exciting stuff! In this episode, we dived deep into his past and discussed how he seek to become a better version of himself despite growing up in a domestic violent home! He is an inspiring and powerful man working in silence to uplift every kid out of a domestic violent home and into better situations. Connect with Johnnie: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook Subscribe to Freedom Project on: YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling and technology to make mental fitness and services accessible for everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

We're going to be talking with Phoebe Rain about the effects of childhood trauma. Phoebe is a Sustainability Consultant, Artist, Photographer, Activist, and Entrepreneur currently located in Kansas City. She loves aiding businesses & event corporations in re-thinking the way we produce & discard products. In this episode, we dived deep into her past and discussed how past experiences impacted her growing up! She is a powerful woman in business and in the sustainability space ready to take on any challenge. Phoebe Rain Website Connect With Phoebe On Instagram Learn More About Rubbish.Co Learn About Freedom Project Subscribe to Freedom Project on: YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling and technology to make mental fitness and services accessible for everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

Happy Father's Day to all the phenomenal Dad's out there! In this episode, Father, Creator and Executive Producer of the Freedom Project™ share his personal experiences with severe anxiety that manifested into a stutter! Freedom Project™ is a documentary series that takes viewers inside the journey of individuals as they cope with mental illnesses. By using the power of storytelling, this documentary will explore aspects of our community that is affected by mental health and mental illnesses. Subscribe to Freedom Project on: YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling and technology to make mental fitness and services accessible for everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support

New Updated Mission: Freedom Project uses storytelling and technology to make mental fitness and services accessible for everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. Subscribe to Freedom Project on: YouTube Follow Freedom Project Facebook Instagram About Freedom Project: Freedom Project uses storytelling and technology to make mental fitness and services accessible for everyone. This is not only an awareness series but a solution project that produces thought-provoking documentaries, web series, and global awareness campaigns. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freedom-project/support