Podcasts about Be Free

What does it actually mean to forgive? Not the version we were taught like turning the other cheek, being the bigger person, letting it go. But real forgiveness. The kind that doesn't require you to go back, nor erases what happened. In Episode 8 of Real Love Ready, Robin sits down with Shaka Senghor, bestselling author, speaker, and an incredibly powerful voice on personal transformation and healing. Shaka spent 19 years in prison for second-degree murder, seven of them in solitary confinement. In that darkness he looked at himself deeply and honestly  and wrote his way through rage, shame, grief, and the long process of forgiving himself. What came out the other side wasn't just survival. It was a profound understanding that forgiveness, at its deepest level, is love in action. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. When life feels overwhelming, therapy can help. Sign up and get 10% off at betterhelp.com/loveready. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) Episode Overview (00:03:40) What Forgiveness Really Means (00:05:13) Shaka's Story (00:10:38) Growing Up in Trauma (00:19:34) The Road to Forgiveness (00:20:48) The Letter That Changed Everything (00:28:54) Solitary Confinement (00:34:17) Mentoring Forgiveness & The Power of Writing (00:41:50) Forgiving Those Who Hurt Him (00:55:19) Breaking the Cycle for His Children (01:01:20) Collective Forgiveness & Truth Telling (01:04:34) Myths of Love & Shaka's Definition QUOTES "The gift of forgiveness had already been given to me. I just wasn't able to receive it." - Shaka Senghor "Forgiveness is like one of the most powerful acts of love. It's love in action. Giving love to yourself and giving love to others." - Robin Ducharme "The inability to forgive is one of our greatest hidden prisons, because somehow we think that we're punishing the person that we choose not to forgive without really deeply understanding how much we punish ourselves." - Shaka Senghor ABOUT THE GUEST Shaka Senghor is a bestselling author, speaker, and advocate for personal transformation and criminal justice reform. After spending 19 years in prison, seven of them in solitary confinement, he emerged as one of the most compelling voices on redemption, forgiveness, and what it means to truly change. He is the author of Writing My Wrongs, Letters to the Sons of Society, and How to Be Free. Social media: @shakasenghor  Website: shakasenghor.com GET THE REAL LOVE READY BOOK Real Love Ready: A Guide to Relational Literacy is a clear, compassionate guide to the knowledge, skills, and daily practices that help us love with greater intention, truth, and heart. https://geni.us/RealLoveReadyBook Follow us:  @realloveready  @robinducharmeofficial  @soulprintmediaco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vi gästas av Annemari från Rättvisa Malmö, som driver kampanjen för etisk upphandling inom Malmö stad. Därefter recenserar vi AMBER NIGHTS #2: ”AMBER EONS 4-EVER” med Daniel Jeramiah Persson och kommer med queera filmtips från Cannes. Och så blir det Nyheter och Det händer förstås! Musik i programmet: Welcome Back, John Sebastian I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free, Nina Simone Al soor, Youssra el Hawary Las simples cosas, Amaia In Between, Beartooth Wig, Todrick Hall

Pogings om geslagsgeweld te bekamp duur plaaslik voort. Die One Economy-stigting het die #BeFreeBallers: Next Gen Men"-geleentheid in Windhoek aangebied om die Internasionale Dag van die Seun te vier. Plaaslike leiers, mentors en finansiële bestuurders het by die #BeFree Jeugkampus bymekaargekom om oop gesprekke met jong mans oor konstruktiewe manlikheid en geestesgesondheid te begin. Sleutelsprekers het hul persoonlike lewenstryd gedeel. Kosmos 94.1 Nuus het met die One Economy-stigting se woordvoerder Paulina Moses gepraat.

In this episode of Leaders in Living Rooms, Sean Morgan sits down with Jim Burgen to explore how senior leaders can cultivate vision, develop future leaders, and steward seasons of growth with intentionality and humility. Jim shares the story behind Flatirons Church's “Be Free” faith initiative, a movement focused on establishing outposts of freedom, investing in leadership development, and engaging deeply in anti-trafficking efforts locally and globally. The conversation highlights the importance of resisting manufactured momentum, listening for God's direction, and building structures that empower others while protecting the leader's spiritual and emotional health. Jim also challenges pastors to create pathways for calling the next generation into ministry and to embrace both the weight and privilege of the mantle of leadership. Welcome to Episode 159 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.

Katie recaps the 2026 National Folk Festival, which she attended last week in Canberra. She was particularly interested in the new Australian organisation Folk the System, which describes itself as “a space for folk musicians and activists to connect and organise for positive change and resistance”, and which hosted a number of events during the festival. Meanwhile, the fabulous new albums and EPs keep on coming, and Katie plays tracks from a number of them in this hour. Here is the playlist: Tell Me What Is True Love – Shane O'Mara & Jac Tonks Hazel in the Moonlight – Little Green Simple Times – Ray Jones Small Things Everyday – Anais Campbell Infinite Pines – Mon Rovîa 26 – Alexia Parenzee Why – Mark Campbell & The Ravens The Fixer – KYARNA ft. Quarralia Knox & Kutcha Edwards A Perfect Storm – José González Your Villain – Molly Millington Above: Shane O'Mara & Jac Tonks' Sorrow Hides the Longing to Be Free album cover artwork by Kate Reid The post Tell me what is true love – Show #386 (part 1), 12 April 2026 appeared first on Miss Chatelaine.

We hear from a church leader about their mission trip to Cambodia with the Elim "Be Free" project.

ON-AIR! Welcome to #PRR715 by Nicky Romero including a brand new track by MACKER called "Be Free"! More tracks by the likes of Armin van Buuren, ARGY, Benny Benassi, Mathame and many more!Tracklist:Vigel, M.J.E & Michael Chodo - Take My SoulLISHA x Inner City - Good LifeNIIKO X SWAE & KSHMR - Bass Down Low (feat. DEV)Benny Benassi, Rafael Cerato - Can I FeelProtocol Spotlight: Macker - Be FreeSevek - Dark LoveDevault - Can't Wait No MoreBLR & Amber Revival - Cause You're MineThrowback Track: Deniz Koyu & Amba Shepherd - The Way OutSMACK - No BrakesSentinel - Let There Be LightVEATZ & HHMR - Not Touching The GroundBlackcode & Barmuda - BurnASTOR - Rise UpMathame - YogenArmin van Buuren & ARGY feat. Marlo Rex - Like A Child

Worry has a way of quietly filling the mind—about the future, finances, work, relationships, and everything in between. In Matthew 6:33–34, Jesus speaks directly into that pressure, not by dismissing our concerns, but by redirecting our focus. Instead of being consumed by tomorrow, He invites us to seek God first today and trust Him with what’s ahead. Freedom from worry isn’t about never feeling anxious thoughts—it’s about learning where to place them. Jesus teaches that life is lived one day at a time, with God as our provider and guide. When we shift our focus from what we can’t control to the One who holds everything together, worry begins to lose its grip. Peace grows when trust becomes our daily response. Highlights Worry is common—but it doesn’t have to control your life Jesus doesn’t shame worry; He redirects our focus Seeking God first reshapes how we handle anxiety about tomorrow Living one day at a time helps reduce mental overwhelm Prayer is a practical way to release anxious thoughts to God Filling your mind with truth helps quiet spiraling thoughts Peace grows when trust in God becomes your default response Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: The Desire to Be Free from WorryBy Vivian Bricker Bible Reading:“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.” - Matthew 6:33-34 (NLT) Worry weighs heavily on most of us. Tight deadlines at work, endless tests in college, and difficult financial situations can cause us to worry. To worry is to be human. Although many of us may feel ashamed for worrying, we must remember that it is a part of life. We can trust God and still feel worried about certain circumstances. Worry does not equate to a lack of faith in God. Rather, worry is simply what it is: being afraid or doubtful about what will happen. Worry can completely control our lives if we let it; however, we can also stand up to it. My dad and I are avid walkers, and we often come across many cyclists. What I have noticed about most cyclists is that their biggest concern is speed. Many of them ride with a forward lean, as it helps them become more aerodynamic and enhances their speed. However, there is one cyclist we occasionally see who is different from the others. Rather than being hunched over and focused on speed, he simply rides his bike, plays music from a loudspeaker, and appears to be free from worry: laid back, relaxed, and genuinely happy to be there. As he passed us one day, I told my dad, “I wish I could be that relaxed.” I think most of us feel the same way… to be free from worry and to genuinely enjoy the little things in life. While I’m sure this cyclist has worries at times, he also seems to know when to let them go and focus on what brings him joy. This is something we should aim to do in our own lives. While our worries may not disappear, we can learn to set them apart from other areas of our lives. The first step in easing these worries is to turn to God in prayer and reading the Bible. Intersecting Faith & Life: Jesus tells us, “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today” (Matthew 6:33-34, NLT). Rather than endlessly worrying about what is to come, we need to surrender these worries to God (1 Peter 5:7). As the Lord says, we are to focus on the Kingdom of God and live in obedience to Him. This means focusing on the present and faithfully living out God’s teachings found in Scripture. If we choose the path of worry, it will be difficult to stay focused on God. Worry can cause us to spiral further. Yet it can be eased by talking with God. Tell Him why you are worried. Be honest with Him. He will never downplay your concerns or treat them as unimportant. It is also helpful to think about things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy (Philippians 4:8-9). Fixing our minds on these things can help quiet our worries. Instead of dwelling on the concerns of today or tomorrow, reflect on the beauty around you—the trees, a joyful call from a friend, or a warm hug from a loved one. Pray to God whenever worry rises in your heart. Let’s go to Him together: Dear God, I want to be free from worry. You know how worry creeps into my mind every day. At times, it feels like it could drown me. Help me to rise above the worry and to reflect upon Your Son’s words. Guide my heart after Your Kingdom and to live for You. Remove my anxious, worried heart and replace it with a steadfast, unwavering heart. Thank You for listening to my prayers, God. In Your Son’s Name, I pray, Amen. What are your most common worries? How can you apply Jesus’ words in Matthew 6:33-34 to your life? Further Reading: Psalm 55:22 Proverbs 12:25 Matthew 11:28-30 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Whenever someone asks me for a word that describes how I want to live, my answer is always the same.Freedom.Not just personal freedom, but freedom in my mind, my body, and my spirit. Maybe that comes from being raised Catholic, or maybe it's simply my wild spirit that has never wanted to be contained.So when I read Shaka Senghor's How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons, I knew I needed to have him back on the podcast.Because this message isn't just for people who have been behind bars. You don't need a prison cell to feel imprisoned.It's for anyone lying awake replaying something they wish they could let go of. Anyone who can't move past a loss. Anyone whose carefully built walls are keeping even joy out.Shaka Senghor is known for his remarkable journey from solitary confinement to the C-suite. He is a New York Times bestselling author, a resilience teacher, and one of the most powerful voices we have on transformation, healing, and justice.In his latest book, he names the hidden prisons that keep us stuck. They are not made of concrete and steel, but of grief, anger, shame, and fear.And here is the truth that changes everything.These prisons have doors.In This Episode, We ExploreGriefShaka begins his book with grief for a reason. We talk about loss in a deeply human way, including the death of his beloved dog and his brother. In one of the most moving moments of our conversation, he shares how he refused to let his dog's passing go unacknowledged, even taking legal action against the care center responsible. This is grief met with both love and accountability.AngerWhat does it mean to be the master of your emotions rather than a prisoner of them? He reframes anger as something that, when understood, can become a source of power and agency rather than destruction.ShameIn one of the most courageous moments of the conversation, Shaka speaks openly about sexual abuse as a man and the silence that surrounds it. At a time when so many men carry this in isolation, his willingness to name it matters deeply.Hope and JoyThere is light here, too. This conversation is not just about surviving. It is about learning how to live. He reminds us that joy is not something we earn after suffering. It is available to us now.Shaka spent nineteen years in the Michigan prison system, including seven years in solitary confinement. Since his release, he has become a leading voice on resilience, healing, and personal transformation. His work has been featured on Oprah's Super Soul Sunday, and How to Be Free is a roadmap for anyone who has ever felt stuck.Which, if we're honest, is all of us.Hidden prisons are real. They are built from our pain, our past, and the stories we carry about who we are.But as he reminds us through both his life and his work, the door is always there.You just have to be willing to walk through it.

Die One Economy stigter, en derde eerste vrou van Namibië, Monica Geingos wat deur Antonio Guterres aangestel was as 'n VN-volhoubare ontwikkelingsdoelwit-voorstander het onlangs op 'n BeFree-potgooi gesels oor die VN-doelwitte wat teen 2030 bereik moet word. Sy het die doelwitte in die Namibiese konteks uiteengesit en het gepraat van geweld. Volgens Geingos dra Afrika 'n geskiedenis van geweld en wetgewing moet aangepas word om ons geskiedenis in ag te neem wanneer dit kom by ontwikkeling

In this episode, Sathiya explains why trying to quit porn alone isn't just ineffective — it's unbiblical and counterproductive. If effort alone worked, you'd already be free. He unpacks how isolation fuels secrecy, rumination, and internal pressure, making self-control harder rather than easier. Scripture consistently shows that transformation happens in community, not in solitude. True freedom requires structure, visibility, rhythm, and brotherhood. Community doesn't replace discipline — it sustains growth long enough for real change to compound.  

In this season finale of Dare to Be Free, Carrie brings together the core themes of the season: pleasure, wealth, boundaries, capacity, and self-leadership, and reflects on what becomes possible when you begin building a life rooted in self-trust.Carrie also shares what's ahead, including a short pause in the show while she spends the next several weeks guest podcasting and collaborating in other spaces before returning with a new season later this spring.Join Carrie's newsletter at carriebradley.com for more insights on wealth, pleasure, and freedom.

March 9, 2026 Hello and Happy Day! This is Dr. MaryAnn Diorio, Novelist and Life Coach, welcoming you to another episode of Winning with the Word. Today is Monday, March 9, 2026, and this is episode #6 in Series 2026. This episode is titled, “How to Be Free of Anxiety.” Before we get into our message, let me share a resource that will give you practical tools for getting free of anxiety once and for all. It’s my life-changing book titled Breaking the Mind Barrier, and it is Book 2 in my series titled The Winner’s Library.  Breaking the Mind Barrier is available in both print and ebook formats at the links below or in the show notes. BREAKING THE MIND BARRIER (Print)BREAKING THE MIND BARRIER (eBook) And now let’s dive right into this week’s message: How to Be Free of Anxiety. Anxiety has reached epidemic proportions in the United States and, I would dare say, pandemic proportions throughout the world. People everywhere are complaining of feeling constant anxiety about their finances, their health, their families, their jobs, and their safety in this increasingly dangerous world. Many admit a strong undercurrent of anxiety continually present in their lives but don’t know what to do about it. If this describes you, then you are in the right place at the right time. Let’s take a look at anxiety: what it is, how it enters our lives, and what to do to get rid of it. WHAT IS ANXIETY? According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary, anxiety is defined as “apprehensive uneasiness or nervousness usually over an impending or anticipated misfortune.” Medically, Webster defines anxiety as “an abnormal and overwhelming sense of apprehension and fear often marked by physical signs (such as tension, sweating, and increased pulse rate), by doubt concerning the reality and nature of the threat, and by self-doubt about one’s capacity to cope with it.” Sadly, many people today fit these descriptions. Perhaps you are one of them. If so, pay close attention because, by the power of God, you can be free of anxiety once and for all. HOW ANXIETY ENTERS OUR LIVES How do we become anxious? Anxiety has its ultimate roots in the fall of man in the Garden of Eden. When sin entered the world, anxiety and fear entered with it. As descendants of Adam and Eve, we are born inheriting their sin nature. Just as parents give to their children their physical genetic makeup, so did Adam and Eve give the entire human race their spiritual genetic makeup. Hence, as Scripture says in Romans 3: 23, “All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” And all of us, therefore, experience the effects of sin. In an individual’s life, anxiety enters through fearful experiences, like childhood trauma, death of a loved one, especially a parent, sexual abuse, and verbal abuse. Anxiety enters from stressful family situations over an extended period of time. Anxiety can be triggered by adverse health conditions, adverse financial issues, or adverse relationship challenges. Regardless of the cause, anxiety wreaks havoc in a person’s life. If not confronted, it can lead to serious forms of physical illness—like digestive and cardiac disorders—and mental illness—like agoraphobia, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, and other phobias. Anxiety is closely linked to fear. In fact, they have the same root. According to the Bible, that root is a demonic spirit called “the spirit of fear.” In 2 Timothy 1: 7, the Bible tells us that “God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” Fear does not come from God. It comes from Satan. And fear is always based on a lie because Satan is the “father of lies” (John 8: 44). Later, we will take a look at some of the lies that cause anxiety in our lives. But now, I want to explore the natural fear response in humans in the face of danger. God created man with a natural response to danger. This is normal and alerts us to protect ourselves when necessary. It is called the brain’s natural fear response. For example, we don’t cross the street when the a car is fast approaching. We wait until it passes or until the light turns green. Why? Because we have a built-in knowing that being hit by a car could kill us or seriously injure us. This is a healthful type of fear and is prompted by wisdom. But when the brain’s normal response becomes overly active, anxiety sets in. Anxiety has been called “an over-activity of the brain’s fear response.” LIES THAT CAUSE ANXIETY Anxiety is based on a lie. Discovering what those lies are in your own life is key to overcoming anxiety. Lies feed anxiety, especially lies relating to danger. For example, lies that deceive the brain into perceiving danger cause anxiety. Lies such as “bad things are going to happen to you,” or “you can’t handle this.” Believing these lies creates tremendous stress. Notice I said, BELIEVING the lies creates stress. It is not the lie that causes the stress. It is believing the lie that causes stress. Likewise, lies relating to your significance and worth can create anxiety. When we doubt that we are loved, we doubt that we are cared for and protected. When we doubt that we are cared for and protected, we grow anxious. Deep down, all of us not only want but need to know that someone loves us and cares about what happens to us. Knowing the negative effects of lies on our well-being emphasizes how important it is for us to believe the truth in order to be free of anxiety. What are some lies that cause anxiety? Here are a few: 1__There is no God. 2__God doesn’t care about me. 3__No one loves me. 4__I’m not good enough. 5__I’ll never amount to anything. 6__Something terrible is going to happen to me. 7__I am alone in the world. 8__I’m the only one who feels this way. 9__I can handle things myself. 10__Unless I do it perfectly, I won’t succeed. 11__Conflict is dangerous. 12__If I’m not anxious, I’m not being responsible. HOW TO GET RID OF ANXIETY So, how do we get rid of anxiety? While the world offers many ways to be free of anxiety—all of which give only temporary relief—I am going to share with you Biblical principles for getting rid of anxiety—principles that I have applied effectively in my own life to get rid of anxiety. I grew up in a fear-filled environment. Anxiety was the air I breathed and what I thought was normal. Yet, my entire perspective on anxiety changed when I had a personal encounter with Jesus Christ. In John 14: 6, Jesus defines Himself as the Truth. In John 8: 32, the Bible says that the truth sets us free. Through Jesus, I learned the truth, and the truth set me free from anxiety. What is the truth? The truth is what God says it is in the Bible. Nothing more. Nothing less. Here are Bible verses that expose and refute the lies that I mentioned earlier in this podcast. I will repeat the lie first and then replace it with the truth: THE LIE: God doesn’t care about me.THE TRUTH: John 3: 16 – God says He loves you and cares about you, so much so that He paid the price for your sin so that you could spend forever with Him. THE LIE: I’ll never amount to anything.THE TRUTH: Jeremiah 29: 11 – God says that his plans for you are for good and not for evil, to give you a future filled with hope. THE LIE: I’m not good enough.THE TRUTH: Romans 5: 17 – God says that Jesus has made you good enough through His death and resurrection, good enough to qualify you to go to Heaven. And it is by His Blood alone and His grace alone that we become good enough. THE LIE: I’m alone in the world.THE TRUTH: Hebrews 13: 5 – There God says that you will never be alone because He will never leave you nor forsake you. THE LIE: I’m the only one who feels this way.THE TRUTH: 1 Corinthians 10: 13 – The Bible says that other people go through situations similar to yours. You are not the only one going through what you’re going through. THE LIE: I can handle things myself.THE TRUTH: John 15: 5 – God says that without Him you can do nothing. Have you noticed the pattern here for getting free of anxiety? It is a three-step pattern: Step 1) Identify the lie.Step 2) Renounce the lie.Step 3) Replace the lie with the truth. But in order to replace the lie with the truth, you must know the truth. Jesus Christ is the Truth. He said so in John 14: 6 when He said, “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life.” My friend, anxiety does not have to be a part of your life if you have Jesus Christ in your life. If you have Truth in your life. God has freed you from anxiety and fear. He did so when He died on the Cross and rose from the dead for you. But freedom from anxiety and fear is a gift available only through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you don’t have that personal relationship, you will never experience true freedom from anxiety. But if you do establish a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, you can be free of every evil thing. All it takes is faith in Him. If you have been separated from Jesus Christ but want to start a relationship with Him now, let me introduce you to Him. Pray this simple prayer with me: Lord Jesus, I want to establish a relationship with You. I want to get to know you so that I can experience the freedom from anxiety and from every evil thing that You died and rose from the dead to give me. I receive You now as my Savior and Lord. Thank You for saving me. Thank you for taking the punishment for my sin. Make me like You. In Your Name I pray. Amen. If you sincerely prayed this prayer from your heart, you are now a born-again child of God. Welcome to the Family of God! Write to me at drmaryann@maryanndiorio.com, and I will send you a free PDF e-booklet titled After You're Born Again. In closing, I want to remind you that my featured book for this week is titled Breaking the Mind Barrier: How to Think Like a Winner. Get your copy now and learn how to experience God’s will for your life by thinking according to His Word. PRINT EBOOK Winning with the Word is available on Apple Podcasts and other major podcast venues as well as on YouTube. Check out my YouTube channel at youtube.com/drmaryanndiorio. If you would like to donate to this ministry, please send your donation to PayPal.me/drmaryanndiorio. Thank you very much for supporting the work of this ministry with your donations. Until next time, remember that God loves you just as you are and just where you are. But He doesn't want you to stay there. As you walk with Him, He will help you to keep on winning with the Word.________________________________ Copyright 2026 by MaryAnn Diorio, PhD. All Rights Reserved. CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO WINNING WITH THE WORD.

What if wealth isn't created by pushing harder — but by expanding your capacity to receive?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore why discipline alone doesn't lead to freedom, and how true wealth is built from within through emotional capacity, nervous system safety, and alignment. When you stop relying on force and begin integrating pleasure and self-trust into your strategy, success becomes sustainable instead of exhausting.✨ Download my free guide: 7 Pleasure-Based Shifts to Attract More WealthFor more insights on wealth, pleasure, and freedom, join my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com.

The weight loss drug market is undergoing a dramatic transformation this week as Novo Nordisk announced major price cuts for its popular medications Ozempic and Wegovy. Starting January 2027, the Danish pharmaceutical company will reduce prices by up to 50 percent for Wegovy and 35 percent for Ozempic, with both medications selling for 675 dollars per month. This announcement reflects intensifying competition in the GLP-1 drug market, where Eli Lilly's Mounjaro and Zepbound have been aggressively capturing market share since their approval in 2022.The pricing pressure comes as Novo Nordisk faces multiple challenges despite the massive growth of the weight loss drug industry. Global sales of GLP-1 medications reached between 50 and 60 billion euros last year, with projections suggesting the market could hit 100 billion euros annually by the early 2030s. However, Novo Nordisk's share price has plummeted more than 60 percent in the past year, largely because the company can no longer charge premium prices in the United States, its most lucrative market. Additionally, the company's newly developed drug called CagriSema underperformed in clinical trials, achieving only 23 percent weight loss compared to Mounjaro's 25.5 percent.Meanwhile, Oprah Winfrey continues to be a prominent advocate for GLP-1 medications, discussing her personal experience with these drugs in various media appearances. According to her recent statements, Oprah began taking a GLP-1 medication in 2023 and lost approximately 50 pounds. When she stopped taking the medication after six months to test whether she could maintain the weight loss independently, she quickly regained 20 pounds and experienced a return of what she calls food noise, the constant mental preoccupation with eating. Oprah has emphasized that taking these medications appears to be a lifetime commitment, comparing it to managing other chronic conditions like high blood pressure. She has also noted an unexpected benefit, stating that the medication eliminated her desire for alcohol after years of heavy consumption. In her new book titled Enough, Your Health Your Weight and What It's Like to Be Free, Oprah explores her relationship with weight loss medications and discusses how obesity is now understood as a clinical disease rather than a personal failure.The price reductions announced this week signal that the intense competition in the GLP-1 market will continue to reshape the pharmaceutical landscape. As more variants and generic versions enter the market in coming years, prices are expected to decline further, potentially making these medications accessible to millions more people globally.Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot AI.Some great Deals https://amzn.to/49SJ3QsFor more check out http://www.quietplease.aiThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

What if the pressure you feel around money isn't personal — it's inherited?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we unpack financial masculinity: the control, hustle, productivity, and pressure-driven money paradigm rooted in patriarchy that many of us were taught to move inside. This isn't about men versus women — it's about a system that equates worth with output and safety with control.We explore what happens when you stop forcing, stop bracing, and begin integrating pleasure, pacing, and nervous system safety into your wealth strategy. Download my free guide:7 Pleasure-Based Shifts to Attract More WealthFor deeper insights on wealth, pleasure, and freedom, join my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com.

Have you ever felt guilty for spending money on something small — like a coffee — even when you could afford it?You're not bad with money. You've just been taught that restriction equals responsibility.In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore why spending shame runs so deep, how restriction quietly becomes part of your identity, and why denying yourself pleasure actually slows your path to wealth and freedom. I share my own journey from hyper-restriction to pleasure-based wealth — and how learning to spend without shame became a turning point that accelerated everything.✨ Want to go deeper?Watch my talk “Why Pleasure Should Be in Your Portfolio” for a deeper dive into how pleasure accelerates wealth and financial freedom.And for weekly insights on wealth, pleasure, and freedom, join my newsletter at carriebradley.com.

On today's episode of Fight To Win with Pastor Kurt Owen, Pastor Kurt begins a brand new series called How to Be Free. You don't want to miss it!Tactical Tip: Many of our videos contain a short section we call Tactical Tips. Most offer ways to improve personal safety and security.Request the Free Offer: https://www.fighttowin.tvLearn More, Register for Events & Donate:https://www.kurtowen.com/***UPDATED TEXT TO GIVE INFORMATION***Text GIVEKOM to 44321Prefer to Watch the Video?https://youtu.be/aQPvpqAXOCMBecome a supporter of this podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-to-win-tv-with-kurt-owen--5638799/support.

Ever look at your bank account and wonder how your money disappears so fast? Yes, inflation is real — but in this episode of Dare to Be Free, we go deeper.Because money often leaks through emotional spending: rescuing, guilt, people-pleasing, or trying to buy a sense of safety. We'll unpack the real patterns behind your money habits, why budgets don't fix nervous system spending, and how to build clean money boundaries that create more wealth, freedom, and peace.✨ Want more insights on wealth, pleasure, and freedom?Subscribe to my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com.

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of sex trafficking, sexual exploitation, and abuse. Sex trafficking does not only happen “somewhere else.” It thrives in silence, misunderstanding, and systems that fail to protect vulnerable youth. In this re-released episode of Care More Be Better, Corinna Bellizzi speaks with Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Melody C. Miller about her documentary California's Forgotten Children and the real-world impact it has had in schools, communities, and institutions across the United States. Melody began this work as a teenager, believing trafficking was a distant issue, only to discover that students from her own high school were being exploited. That realization led her to volunteer with survivor-led organizations, undergo trauma-informed training, and ultimately spend five years creating a film that centers survivor voices and equips communities with tools for prevention and response. This conversation is also deeply personal. Corinna shares her own experience of running away at thirteen and the vulnerability that follows when young people are left without safety, support, or options. Together, she and Melody unpack what sex trafficking actually looks like, how grooming and coercion operate, and why language, awareness, and informed action matter. Rather than focusing on perpetrators or sensational stories, this episode centers: Survivor-led insight Community-based prevention Trauma-informed response Practical guidance for recognizing and reporting exploitation Listeners will come away with a clearer understanding of how trafficking hides in plain sight—and how ordinary people can help interrupt it without putting themselves or others at risk. What We Cover in This Episode How Melody discovered trafficking within her own community Why sex trafficking is often misunderstood and misidentified The importance of survivor-centered language and reporting How schools and communities can safely intervene Real outcomes from film screenings, including victims coming forward Trauma-informed approaches in policing and education What each of us can do to help protect vulnerable youth If this episode feels heavy, you're not alone. Support resources are included below, and listeners are encouraged to engage at their own pace. Special Re-Release Offering In honor of this episode re-share, filmmaker Melody C. Miller is offering a free viewing of California's Forgotten Children for the first 50 viewers. ️Use code CARE at checkout: https://californiasforgottenchildrendocumentary.vhx.tv Melody is also currently in post-production on her new documentary, Thriv(h)er, which follows young cancer survivors and mothers navigating life, healing, and resilience. ️Watch the teaser: https://vimeo.com/1131769274/abf79b9e1c Learn more: https://www.thrivherfilm.com/ Additional Resources Mentioned If you suspect human trafficking or exploitation, support is available: National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888 Text HELP to 233733 (BEFREE) humantraffickinghotline.org National Runaway Safeline 800-RUN-AWAY (786-2929) 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988 About the Guest Melody C. Miller is an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and cinematographer. Her first feature documentary, California's Forgotten Children (2018), won Best Documentary at the Soho International Film Festival and has screened internationally, including at the United States Senate and the United States of Women Summit. The film has been used as a training and education tool in schools, nonprofits, and institutions, helping communities recognize and respond to sex trafficking with care and accountability. Learn more: • https://mcmfilmmaker.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever told yourself you're “at peace”… but deep down, you're just staying quiet to avoid conflict?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore the difference between true peace and passivity disguised as peace — and why so many women confuse being “easy” with being free. Peace isn't self-silencing. It's integrity. It's self-leadership. And sometimes, it requires rocking the boat.You'll learn how to tell the difference in your body, stop calling self-abandonment “calm,” and start speaking truth without aggression or collapse.Want more insights on wealth, freedom, and embodied leadership?Join my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com.

What if your choices shaped more than your life — quietly influencing generations to come?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore the power of a woman's yes and how choosing truth, pleasure, and self-led wealth disrupts inherited patterns of self-sacrifice and depletion. We look at how patriarchy lives not just in systems, but in our bodies, and why pleasure-based wealth is a restorative, not frivolous, act.This conversation is an invitation to redefine legacy as presence, regulation, and embodied leadership. When one woman lives in alignment, she gives permission to everyone around her to do the same.Want to go deeper?Join my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com for reflections on wealth, pleasure, freedom, and legacy.

What if the highest return on investment wasn't financial — but time itself?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, I share my personal journey of intentionally scaling back to six-hour workdays to be more present with my kids. What happened next might surprise you: an 80% increase in business growth, created not through more hustle, but through alignment, clarity, and self-trust.We explore why prioritizing time freedom over fear and scarcity multiplies results, why choice is the ultimate wealth, and how presence, play, and pleasure are essential to sustainable success.For deeper insights on building a life of wealth, pleasure, and freedom on your terms, subscribe to my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com.

Freedom isn't a bank account, a calendar, or a milestone. Most of us chase a version of freedom that feels empty when we finally get there.In this episode of Dare to Be Free, I share what freedom actually is — and what it isn't. From my own journey and the work I've done with clients, you'll discover why true freedom comes from self-trust, choice, and honoring your body, rather than chasing control or perfection.You'll learn how to:Recognize the ways you've been postponing freedom by waiting for the “right conditions”Shift from control to trust in your own body and decisionsBuild a life where wealth, pleasure, and freedom coexist naturallyIf you've ever felt successful yet trapped, this episode will help you reconnect with the quiet, embodied freedom that's already waiting for you.✨ For deeper reflections and tools on living a life rooted in pleasure, wealth, and true freedom, sign up for my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com.

In this episode, Sunny Hostin and executive producer Brian Teta discuss Oprah Winfrey's appearance on ‘The View.' Hostin shares about looking up to Winfrey when she was a young woman and opens up about her journey with weight loss, which Winfrey discusses in her new book, 'Enough: Your Health, Your Weight, and What It's Like to Be Free.' Hostin touches on constitutional rights during police encounters and critiques the actions of ICE agents. We're honored to be nominated by the NAACP for Outstanding Talk Series at the 57th NAACP Image Awards! Cast your vote today: vote.naacpimageawards.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the past few years, we've been setting resolutions in our first episode after our holiday break. This year, we look back on our 2025 resolutions, then...kind of decide we're just done with them. Are there things we want to do and work on? Sure! But why add unnecessary pressure? LIVE! BE FREE! We also WRAP up what we've been doing since we last recorded a month ago!PLUS:– GOLDEN: KPop Demon Hunters wins at the Globes!– TAKE CARE: Of your mental health.– BACK IN TIME: Haygood's watching Castle, Tony's playing SNES!– F THIS: Fourhman's digging Silent Hill F!– CRANKIN': Tony shows some love to Diora on Playdate.– FREE: Steam game for first to cash in the code!This episode was mixed by Tony Sadowski and includes Joe Haygood, Kat Riley, Joe Fourhman and Tony Sadowski on vocals. You can download the podcast directly from here or click on one of the links below to subscribe. This episode features “Arcade Heroes,” “Pixel Party,” and “Coin Op Chaos” by Eric Matyas, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.soundimage.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Oprah Winfrey stops by to join Jenna and Sheinelle for a conversation about relationship labels, jeans at the gym, and her favorite things right now. Also, the trio discusses Oprah's new book Enough: Your Health, Your Weight, and What It's Like to Be Free. Plus, endocrinologist Dr. Ania M. Jastreboff breaks down new research on obesity, who qualifies, and how the disease is managed.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you chasing “success” but still feeling stuck, exhausted, or unfulfilled?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore the crucial distinction between success and freedom — and why most of us are chasing the wrong thing. You'll discover how to redefine success on your own terms, guided by what freedom actually feels like in your body, your desires, and your life.Through stories, embodied practices, and real client transformations, you'll learn how freedom becomes your compass, and how success naturally follows when you stop living by someone else's rules.✨ For deeper insights on building wealth, pleasure, and freedom on your terms, subscribe to my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com.

— The deep emotional pain you carry seeps into every part of life - waves of intense sadness, anxiety, or sudden anger that leave you drained. Thoughts spin endlessly, relationships grow tense, and exhaustion becomes constant. At times, you no longer recognize yourself, as though something unseen is shaping your feelings. It feels like you're losing control of your own life, and no one truly understands the depth of your suffering. For others, the pain is in watching a loved one change before their eyes. A partner, child, or parent becomes withdrawn, irritable, or almost unrecognizable, and nothing explains the sudden shift. When distress lingers without reason and nothing seems to help, the true cause may be something rarely discussed: spirit attachment—also known as spirit possession. This subtle influence can affect anyone, quietly disrupting emotional balance, physical well-being, and inner peace. Since 1968, the Dr. Wanda Pratnicka Center has quietly helped over 10,000 people worldwide find freedom from these unexplained symptoms. With formal education and five decades of experience, we understand what you're going through—and we know how to help. Our findings are documented in five books, including Possessed by Ghosts, translated into nine languages.  But what matters most is this: this suffering is real, and healing is possible. Valeria interviews Mike Pratnicka— He is the co-founder of The Dr. Wanda Pratnicka Center.  Mike gained a tremendous amount of spiritual insight about spirit attachment removal under Wanda's mentorship. Today, he performs the removals using Wanda's method. Thanks to Michael's ability to speak English and German, he handles all media inquiries, lectures and events in English & German languages. Wanda Pratnicka, PhD. - internationally recognized leader in esoteric science and a leading voice in spirit attachment phenomenon. She dealt with tens of thousands of people around the world who have suffered from emotional/mental disturbances and physical illnesses that were considered to be incurable. Wanda's unique ability is that she is able to diagnose and remove spirit entities, aka ghosts, from people remotely; no matter where a person is located. Wanda is also the author of the book series In the Wheel of Life Volumes 1-3. Her most recent book is Know the Truth and Be Free. To learn more about Wanda Pratnicka and her work, please visit: https://www.wandapratnicka.com/ 

Have you spent years putting everyone else first — and now you don't even know what you want?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore how to reclaim your voice after years of people-pleasing, and why doing so is essential for your freedom, pleasure, and wealth.You'll discover why your voice isn't gone — it's just waiting for you to stop abandoning yourself — and how to start speaking your truth, even in small, everyday moments. Through embodied practices, nervous system awareness, and real client stories, you'll learn how reclaiming your voice transforms your confidence, your choices, and your life.If you're ready to step fully into yourself and live a life that feels truly yours, tune in and start reclaiming your freedom, one honest word at a time.✨ Get deeper teachings, stories, and practices on embodied wealth, pleasure, and freedom in my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com or daily content on IG @carriebradleycoaching.

Army veteran and young mother Caleigha Zangari survived Afghanistan, sexual trauma, and life under a sex trafficker, but in August 2024, one encounter on Dallas's infamous “blade” would end in her disappearance. Eight days later, Caleigha's body was found in rural East Texas.  Dig in with Margot as she takes you step by step through the work of a multi-agency investigation that unraveled a chilling trail of digital breadcrumbs, surveillance footage, and desperate attempts to cover up a brutal crime. The episode culminates in a federal verdict against truck driver Naasson Hazzard. If you or someone you know may be a trafficking victim, you can call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888. You can also text “BeFree”(233733) for help. Visit https://humantraffickinghotline.org for additional resources. 

What if the real barrier between you and the life you want isn't strategy… but self-leadership?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore the deeper, embodied meaning of self-leadership — not the corporate version, but the kind that determines your capacity for wealth, freedom, and alignment.You'll learn how self-abandonment shows up in everyday decisions, why most “money problems” are actually self-trust problems, and how choosing yourself becomes the foundation for a liberated life.If you're ready to stop outsourcing your power and start leading yourself into the life you want — this episode is your invitation.✨ Want more insights on creating a life of wealth, pleasure, and freedom? Join my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com.

What if the life you're craving isn't found through hustle… but through pleasure?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore why pleasure isn't frivolous, indulgent, or something you “earn later” — it's the most accurate internal compass you have. Pleasure brings you back into your body, your truth, and your natural capacity to receive more wealth, freedom, and alignment.You'll learn the difference between instant gratification and embodied pleasure, how cultural conditioning taught you to mistrust what feels good, and why pleasure is the energetic frequency of abundance. Plus, I'll share simple ways to weave more pleasure into your daily life — without blowing up your schedule.If you're ready to stop powering through and start living a life that feels as good as it looks… this episode is your permission slip.✨ Want weekly insights on creating more wealth, pleasure, and freedom in your life?Join my newsletter at carriebradley.com.

In Part Two of this powerful conversation, John Kim and Shaka Senghor go even deeper into healing, alignment, and the spiritual mechanics of change. Shaka opens up about: How alignment shapes everything you attract What manifestation really is — and what it's not Moving from shame into self-respect How imagination kept him alive in solitary confinement Daily practices that cultivate grace, joy, and hope The mindset shift that frees you from a lifetime of emotional prisons Why abundance begins with noticing the smallest moments This episode is the invitation to your next chapter. A conversation about energy, intention, and the quiet decisions that build a new life.

In this uplifting and deeply human conversation, John Kim sits with bestselling author and speaker Shaka Senghor to explore healing, forgiveness, purpose, and the power of rewriting your story. Shaka shares: What it meant to write a letter to his mother after decades The journey from incarceration to inner transformation How forgiveness liberated him more than anger ever could What manifestation really means: alignment, intention, and showing up How shame, grief, and vulnerability shape our healing Why imagination is a life-saving tool The surprising gift of human connection — even in solitary confinement If you need inspiration, hope, or a reminder that change is possible, this episode is for you.

What if the moment you stop waiting to be rescued is the moment real freedom begins?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore the liberating truth that no one is coming to save you — and why that realization becomes the doorway to your power, your pleasure, and your wealth.You'll learn how the fantasy of rescue keeps you stuck, what radical ownership actually looks like, and how self-sourcing your safety shifts you from waiting to creating. We talk about energetic sovereignty, pleasure as self-trust, and the kind of freedom that can't be taken from you.Ready to reclaim your power and lead your life from within?Tune in — and meet the version of you who isn't waiting anymore.✨ Grab a copy of my book, Dare to Desire, and learn the steps to move from fear to freedom.

What if the thing holding you back isn't fear of failure, but fear of trust?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore the subtle but powerful difference between settling and surrender — and how understanding it changes everything about how you create, receive, and experience freedom.You'll learn how to recognize the energetic difference between the two, why surrender is the real key to wealth, pleasure, and freedom, and how to start living from trust instead of control.Ready to stop gripping and start receiving?Tune in and discover how surrender becomes the most powerful move you'll ever make.✨ Download my free guide: 7 Pleasure-Based Shifts to Attract More Wealth

What if your faith could spark something bigger than you? In this final episode of the Be Free podcast, the Flatirons leadership team opens up about what really happened behind the scenes. From wrinkled tablecloths to holy moments in the balcony, this is a story about grit, obedience, and stepping into something way bigger than ourselves. It's not about hype. It's about people choosing faith, even when the math doesn't add up. God showed up. And so did our church. This isn't the end. It's the spark that sets the next chapter in motion. Over a year of planning, prayer, and sacrifice led to this. What started as a vision became a unified movement. Jim led through physical pain. Staff carried more weight than ever. Volunteers owned their part. People gave with open hands and open hearts. This is the kind of church Jesus builds. And we're just getting started.Digital Commitment Card: https://www.befreecolorado.com/join

What happens when a church decides to go to war against evil, no matter the cost?In this no-holds-barred conversation, Pastor Jim Burgen, Amanda Brown, and Jesse DeYoung talk openly about Flatirons Church's fight against human trafficking. From international partnerships to dark realities here in Denver, they expose the spiritual, emotional, and cultural weight of this battle. Amanda shares how this work has impacted her deeply, and the team calls the church to rise up, get uncomfortable, and take action. This isn't for show. This is about saving lives and pushing back real darkness. This is what happens when the church gets off the sidelines and into the fight.The Be Free initiative is more than a campaign. It's a spiritual assault on the systems that enslave kids and destroy families. Flatirons is bringing together law enforcement, nonprofits, local leaders, and prayer warriors to rescue and restore the broken. Thousands are stepping up to give, serve, and fight because Jesus calls us to do more than watch. He calls us to go. And now is the time.

What if your faith was the only thing standing between a child and a life of pain? This message isn't just a sermon, it's a call to move. Week 5 of Be Free is about stepping into the real fight happening all around us. Jim Burgen lays it out clearly: our kids, our families, our faith, they're all being targeted, and the church can't afford to sit back. Jesus didn't just save us from something, He saved us for something. And that something is freedom, for us and for the people still trapped. This is where belief gets put into action. Through Rescue to Restore, Flatirons is stepping into the fight against injustice, against the systems and situations hurting the most vulnerable. This is spiritual warfare, boots on the ground, armed with the truth, grace, and love of Jesus. It's not political. It's not about taking sides. It's about living our faith in the real world and saying, “we're here to help.” This is your moment. Let's go.

What if the voice of God is clearer than you think—but you've just stopped listening?This episode of Be Free hits deep. Jim Burgen shares a story straight from Man Camp where 4,000 men gathered under one massive tent—and God showed up. A near-death moment, a wake-up call, and a clear challenge: listen to the Spirit and obey. Plus, hear how Ross went from engineering in Austin to pastoring in Loveland because he said “yes” to a nudge from God. Real faith isn't clean or easy—but it's worth everything.Transformation happens when obedience meets risk.Ross's story proves God still calls people from ordinary paths to extraordinary impact. From the moment someone asked, “Have you thought about ministry?”—to him now leading Flatirons Loveland—this is a story of saying “yes” when everything in you screams “no.” It's about trusting God with your future, your finances, your fears. And watching Him show up.Subscribe for more: https://www.youtube.com/@Flatirons

Are we really free, or just too comfortable to notice we're not? What if the life you think is “free” is actually just comfortable and unchallenged? In this episode of the Be Free podcast, Jesse, Karl, and Paul unpack what real spiritual freedom looks like, and how often we confuse it with ease. Through stories about a runaway gecko, quiet moments of boredom, and the example of Harriet Tubman, the conversation gets real about purpose, responsibility, and why so many of us feel stuck, even when life looks good from the outside.Jesse explains how stepping outside of God's design can feel like freedom at first… but over time, it leaves us empty. The guys reflect on how boredom, disconnection, and comfort slowly shape our faith and how compassion, purpose, and a clear calling can bring it back to life. Whether you're leading a family, working a job that feels ordinary, or wondering how politics and faith fit together, this is for you.

Why do we keep going back to the same chains Jesus already broke?This message is a gut check for anyone who's ever tasted freedom in Christ but still finds themselves living like they're not. Jim unpacks Galatians 5:1 and challenges us to stop rebuilding the same prison Jesus tore down. Be Free isn't just a slogan, it's a mission, a strategy, and a spiritual war cry for anyone who's done being a slave to lies, sin, and fear. It's time to drop the chains, plant your feet, and live like you've actually been set free.Jesus didn't die just to forgive you; He died to free you. And free people don't go back. This is our moment to get honest about the chains we keep picking back up and finally put them down. This isn't about being perfect, it's about standing firm in truth and grace, knowing we're just former slaves showing others where to find freedom. Before revival happens out there, it has to happen in us.

What if you stopped waiting for the right moment—and just got real with God right now?This episode of Be Free is as raw as it gets. Jim Burgen, Jesse DeYoung, and Karen Berge talk about the weight people carry, even church staff, and how retreating into “thin spaces” with God opens up places we didn't want to go… but needed to. It's honest talk on leadership, brokenness, parenting adult kids, false grace, and the lies culture tells us about freedom. This isn't about being saved, it's about living free. And it starts with choosing truth over comfort.From carrying secret pain to stepping into calling, this is what freedom looks like in real life. Jim unpacks what happened at the Flatirons staff retreat, tears, confession, silence, healing, and how that led to a bigger realization: freedom isn't one-and-done. It's truth, then grace, over and over. Forgiveness doesn't always feel good, but it's the way forward. The Be Free journey isn't about behavior, it's about your heart. And this conversation might be the push you didn't know you needed.

What if the thing you thought was holding you together is actually keeping you stuck?For two years, the Flatirons team prayed, wrestled, and dreamed about one thing—freedom. Not the feel-good kind. The real kind that changes families, saves lives, and tears chains off people stuck in shame, fear, and hidden brokenness. In this raw, unfiltered first episode of Be Free, Jim Burgen and the team talk about what led to launching this movement, the battles behind the scenes, and the burden to build outposts of hope for a world gasping for something real.Be Free isn't a church campaign. It's a war cry.It's about setting spiritual ground in a culture drowning in noise, and giving men and women a place to heal, rise, and fight back. Whether you're battling isolation, addiction, anger, or regret, this episode reminds us that Jesus doesn't just offer heaven later—He offers freedom now. And when a church moves in unity with that mission, freedom follows.

What if your story of freedom was meant to set someone else free?Week one of Be Free isn't just a new series; it's a call to arms. Jim Burgen kicks off a six-week journey that's really the start of a movement: a church stepping out of comfort, out of safety, and into the front lines of spiritual battle. This message is a fire-starter, reminding us that our freedom in Christ isn't a finish line. It's a launchpad. It's about turning pain into purpose, and choosing to fight for those still enslaved by guilt, shame, addiction, fear, or abuse.This isn't a metaphor, it's a mission. From Jim's personal story of rescue to the biblical call from Galatians 5, this is an unapologetic, boots-on-the-ground invitation to stop playing defense and go to war for the hearts and futures of others. Be Free is about building spiritual outposts for the broken, the addicted, the trafficked, and the hopeless. We don't hide in a fortress; we carry freedom into enemy territory.

In this episode, Shaka Senghor discusses the power of choice, and how to break free from shame, anger, and grief, which can be the hardest prisons to escape. Shaka spent 19 years in prison and seven of those in solitary confinement. But he'll tell you that he was imprisoned long before handcuffs, and that his freedom came long before his release. His new book, How to Be Free. A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons, is about finding the doors we often don't notice and walking through them.We need your help! We all know ads are part of the podcast world, and we want to improve this experience for you. Please take 2 minutes and complete this survey, it's a quick and easy way to support this podcast. Thank You!Feeling overwhelmed, even by the good things in your life?Check out Overwhelm is Optional — a 4-week email course that helps you feel calmer and more grounded without needing to do less. In under 10 minutes a day, you'll learn simple mindset shifts (called “Still Points”) you can use right inside the life you already have. Sign up here for only $29!Key Takeaways:Shaka's journey of transformation and healing after 19 years in prison.The concept of “hidden prisons,” including emotional and psychological struggles like shame, grief, and anger.The role of literacy and mentorship in personal growthThe impact of grief, including the loss of his brother and his son's health challengesThe relationship between anger and unresolved emotional pain, and how it can hinder healing.The significance of accountability and self-forgiveness in overcoming past mistakes.The societal challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals and the need for systemic change.The complexity of personal agency and responsibility in the context of life choices and circumstances.The importance of embracing life's messiness and the ongoing journey of healing and growth.If you enjoyed this conversation with Shaka Senghor, check out these other episodes:Dr. Tererai Trent on Incredible PerseveranceImprovising in Life with Stephen NachmanovitchLife Lessons with Dr. Edith EgerFor full show notes, click here!Connect with the show:Follow us on YouTube: @TheOneYouFeedPodSubscribe on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyFollow us on InstagramThis episode is sponsored by:NOCD If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/FEEDGrow Therapy - Whatever challenges you're facing, Grow Therapy is here to help. Sessions average about $21 with insurance, and some pay as little as $0, depending on their plan. (Availability and coverage vary by state and insurance plans. Visit growtherapy.com/feed today!Persona Nutrition delivers science-backed, personalized vitamin packs that make daily wellness simple and convenient. In just minutes, you get a plan tailored to your health goals. No clutter, no guesswork. Just grab-and-go packs designed by experts. Go to PersonaNutrition.com/FEED today to take the free assessment and get your personalized daily vitamin packs for an exclusive offer — get 40% off your first order.BAU, Artist at War opens September 26. Visit BAUmovie.com to watch the trailer and learn more—or sign up your organization for a group screening.LinkedIn: Post your job for free at linkedin.com/1youfeed. Terms and conditions apply.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From Cowards to Courageous Leaders, the story of the early church in Acts shows how ordinary people found courage, boldness, and true freedom in Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit.This message wraps up the 35-Day Challenge and sets the tone for Be Free, Flatirons' next bold step of faith. Jim gets real about leadership, unity, and what's coming next for the church. Drawing from Acts, he shows how the early church exploded with courage and power—not because they were perfect, but because they were filled. Filled with the Spirit. Filled with boldness. Filled with a mission. The same Spirit that transformed Peter and Paul is calling us, right now, to something bigger.If you've ever felt disqualified, disillusioned, or afraid, this is for you. This isn't just a history lesson; it's a calling. Jesus didn't build His church with polished professionals; He used screw-ups, cowards, and skeptics who got filled and went first. And that's the plan for Flatirons moving forward. It's time to decide: Are you in? Fully in? Because the next move of God might come through your story, your scars, and your obedience.

Go to www.LearningLeader.com for full show notes This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire 1 person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world have the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader Shaka Sengor spent 19 years in prison for killing a man. He's transformed his life through not making excuses and taking full ownership of his decisions. Now, he's a New York Times best-selling author who has been called a “soul igniter” by Oprah. His latest book is called How to Be Free. Notes: The Permanence of Split-Second Decisions – At 17, shot three times on a Detroit corner. At 19, he killed a man in a conflict after creating a narrative that he would "shoot first." Sentenced to 17-40 years for second-degree murder. "I try to teach young people about understanding the permanence of a 30-second decision." Books as Portals to Freedom – Read over 1,500 books during 19-year incarceration, starting with street literature (Pimp, Black Gangster) as a gateway to philosophy (Plato, Marcus Aurelius). "Books allowed me to escape in the most literal sense... a portal into other worlds." Prison Mentors Changed Everything – Lifers became his guides: "These are men serving life sentences who came equipped with wisdom about what's on the other side... they guided me to books that shattered old narratives and opened possibilities." Reading Creates Writing Excellence – Speed-reading skill from age 8 (learned during punishments with encyclopedias) combined with voracious prison reading, led to becoming a NY Times bestselling author. "You have to be a practitioner of the craft every day." Journaling as Transformation Tool – "It was the most healing experience I've ever had to speak to my truth, speak to the pain points." Uses 20 different journals, writes everywhere - planes, shower thoughts on phone, margins of books. Hidden Prisons We All Carry – "The most powerful prisons aren't the ones made of concrete and steel. They're the ones we carry with us, built from grief, anger, shame, trauma." Everyone has internal prisons that can be opened. Vulnerability as Strength, Not Manipulation – Authentic vulnerability vs. weaponized oversharing. "Human beings have this innate ability to suss out the truth. Authenticity and vulnerability is the super unlock... being true to your center." Community Through Shared Truth – Prison taught extreme friendship criteria: "Are they willing to serve a life sentence for you or die for you?" Now applies accountability standards: showing up consistently, being loyal to family first. Violence Born from Fear – "Reactionary violence is typically born out of fear, being afraid." Prison taught him to see "the child in people" who are acting out, leading to empathy instead of escalation. Voluntary Hardship Builds Resilience – Monthly 3-day fasts in solitary confinement prepared him for food deprivation punishment. "None of us get through life without suffering... that extra hour a week can change your life's outcomes." Composure Through Self-Awareness – Developed through journaling about times he wasn't composed. "Once you've written it down, you own it. When you own it, you can control it. When you can control it, it's easy to become composed." Remove All Excuses – Florence Nightingale quote: "I never gave or took any excuse." Despite a felony record, a violent crime conviction, and 20 years in prison, he chose to "lead a great life" by removing every excuse. The Ben Horowitz Friendship – Unlikely brotherhood with VC billionaire, starting from Oprah's introduction, bonding over music and culture until 3 AM conversations. Shows authentic relationships transcend backgrounds. Quotes: "I try to teach young people about understanding the permanence of a 30-second decision." "I was in prison before I stepped foot in a cell, and I was free before they ever let me out." "The most powerful prisons aren't the ones made of concrete and steel. They're the ones we carry with us." "Books allowed me to escape... a portal into other worlds." "Once you've written it down, you own it. When you own it, you can control it." "I never gave or took any excuse." (Florence Nightingale) "Master your thinking, master your destiny." "Violence is typically born out of fear, being afraid." "If you can see the child in the person that's acting out... it equips you to have more empathy." "None of us gets through life without suffering. At some point, we're all gonna go through adversity." "I chose to lead a great life... I removed every excuse." Life Lessons: Face Your Internal Prisons – Identify the shame, anger, grief, and trauma that create mental prisons. Recognize that these have doors that can be opened through conscious work Use Reading as Escape and Growth – Books provide mental freedom regardless of physical circumstances. Start with what interests you, then expand to broader learning. Practice Voluntary Hardship – Choose difficult challenges (fasting, extra work, taking stairs) to build resilience for inevitable adversity you don't choose. Journal for Self-Awareness – Write down thoughts, patterns, and reactions to own and control them. Use various methods - handwritten, voice memos, and margins of books. Build Authentic Community – Surround yourself with people who will hold you accountable and tell you the truth. Apply the highest standards to friendship selection. Transform Fear into Empathy – When facing conflict, look for the "child" in the other person. Understanding their fear reduces your reactionary responses. Develop Composure Through Practice – Review past moments of losing control to build awareness. Use this knowledge to respond rather than react in future situations. Remove All Excuses – Whatever your circumstances, choose to pursue greatness rather than accepting limitations. The past doesn't define the future unless you let it. Share Your Truth Vulnerably – Authentic storytelling about pain and growth helps others escape their own prisons. Vulnerability is strength when used to serve others. Create Evidence of Resilience – Completing self-imposed challenges builds confidence for handling external adversities. Each victory creates proof you can handle hard things. Choose Your Narrative – You can change the story handed down to you. Reject limiting beliefs about what's possible based on background or circumstances. Apply to be part of my Learning Leader Circle