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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

Shaka Mitchell says, “I have seen firsthand how sharing a song can shortcut barriers and spark curiosity about perspectives vastly different from our own…"At a time when we can use all the connective tissue we've got, why not turn to something as fundamental as music to build our curiosity muscle? Come Together Music Project: https://www.cometogethermusic.org Theme music by Sean Balick; “Turning On The Lights" by Speakeasy, via Blue Dot Sessions.

School choice has moved to the forefront of national conversations and debates most notably since COVID; however the ‘educational choice' movement is not new in America at all.Jeff is joined by Shaka Mitchell, Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, to trace the history of school choice and schooling in America, drawing clear policy, political, and cultural connections between what was, what has been, and what is ‘normal' now, and how that's changing.You can follow Shaka on his Substack: https://shakamitchell.substack.com/Host: Jeff SikkengaExecutive Producer: Jeremy GyptonSubscribe: https://linktr.ee/theamericanideaHomepage: https://ashbrook.org/the-american-idea-podcast/

King Shaka International Airport turns 16- Nkosinathi Myataza, Regional General Manager for Airports Company South Africa at King Shaka International Airport joined Clarence to celebrate the 16 years of being a key driver in KZN's economic growth. Views and News with Clarence Ford is the mid-morning show on CapeTalk. This 3-hour long programme shares and reflects a broad array of perspectives. It is inspirational, passionate and positive. Host Clarence Ford’s gentle curiosity and dapper demeanour leave listeners feeling motivated and empowered. Known for his love of jazz and golf, Clarrie covers a range of themes including relationships, heritage and philosophy. Popular segments include Barbs’ Wire at 9:30am (Mon-Thurs) and The Naked Scientist at 9:30 on Fridays. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Views & News with Clarence Ford Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 09:00 and 12:00 (SA Time) to Views and News with Clarence Ford broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/erjiQj2 or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/BdpaXRn Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI is evolving fast, and athletic directors are already finding practical ways to use it to save time, reduce stress, and improve communication. In this episode of AD360, Greg Vandermade and Scott Rosenberg talk with Shaka Johnson, Athletic Director at Plymouth-Canton Community Schools in Michigan, about how he's using AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gamma, Otter, and more in his daily workflow. Shaka shares real examples of using AI for parent complaint resolution, email triage, coach evaluations, scheduling, social media content, presentations, student-athlete development, and even personal productivity.

You won't believe the transformation behind this story. From a runaway teen escaping a traumatic home, to addiction to crack cocaine, being shot and living with PTSD, committing a murder that led to a potential 40-year prison sentence, and enduring 4.5 years in solitary confinement...this is the unbelievable life journey of Shaka Senghor. In this episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the resilience expert and bestselling author of How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons shares the raw, unfiltered truth about the darkest moments of his life, and the mindset that helped him rebuild everything. What began in violence, addiction, and trauma ultimately led Shaka to become a global thought leader who now inspires executives, entrepreneurs, elite athletes, and audiences around the world. And the turning point? It happened inside a prison cell. Shaka Senghor breaks down: - Growing up in chaos & running away from home as a teenager - How drug culture & crack cocaine addiction nearly destroyed his life - The traumatic experience of being shot, and later discovering who pulled the trigger - PTSD & emotional trauma that followed - The night that changed everything: the murder that sent him to prison for up to 40 years - Support he wishes he had before prison - The desperate moment he tried to escape prison - The heartbreaking 4.5 years he spent in solitary confinement and other tragedies & injustices he witnessed behind bars - How literacy and journaling kept him sane - Wrestling with anger toward God & finding connection to a higher power through nature - How mentorship from older incarcerated men changed the trajectory of his life He also reveals the powerful mindset shift that transformed his life, including how he used the Law of Attraction to eventually get out of solitary confinement. One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is Shaka's process of healing: - Learning to track the sources of physical & emotional trauma - Identifying emotional triggers - Releasing shame for things he wasn't responsible for - Understanding how anger often grows from suppressed shame - Concept of “weaponizing the past” and how he learned to reconcile anger for what he did, and what was done to him We're also diving deep into forgiveness in ways you've likely never heard before. Shaka shares what it meant when the godmother of the man he killed forgave him, the life-changing moment when the person who shot him apologized, how that apology helped him forgive his mother for years of abuse, and why forgiveness isn't weakness, but liberation. After finally being approved for parole, Shaka created a plan to rebuild his life from the ground up. That plan eventually led him to become a successful author and speaker, advocate for prison reform, and even develop a close friendship with Oprah Winfrey. Shaka also talks about the surreal experience of reentering society, including the technological shock of cell phones and computers, his lasting PTSD symptoms from prison, the impact incarceration has on families and loved ones (not just the inmate), and his advice for supporting someone returning home from prison. Even if you've never experienced incarceration, Shaka's story is more universal than you might think. He explains: - Why uncertainty is one of the hardest emotions humans face - How many of us live inside “hidden prisons” of fear, shame, & trauma - Why vulnerability, forgiveness, & resilience are the keys to breaking free - Why every human being deserves hope, love, joy, & success...no matter their past Shaka's mission is simple: Help people reclaim agency over what ails them and realize that freedom starts within. Shaka Senghor's latest book, HOW TO BE FREE: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons: ⁠https://www.shakasenghor.com/how-to-be-free⁠ Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You won't believe the transformation behind this story. From a runaway teen escaping a traumatic home, to addiction to crack cocaine, being shot and living with PTSD, committing a murder that led to a potential 40-year prison sentence, and enduring 4.5 years in solitary confinement...this is the unbelievable life journey of Shaka Senghor. In this episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the resilience expert and bestselling author of How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons shares the raw, unfiltered truth about the darkest moments of his life, and the mindset that helped him rebuild everything. What began in violence, addiction, and trauma ultimately led Shaka to become a global thought leader who now inspires executives, entrepreneurs, elite athletes, and audiences around the world. And the turning point? It happened inside a prison cell. Shaka Senghor breaks down: - Growing up in chaos & running away from home as a teenager - How drug culture & crack cocaine addiction nearly destroyed his life - The traumatic experience of being shot, and later discovering who pulled the trigger - PTSD & emotional trauma that followed - The night that changed everything: the murder that sent him to prison for up to 40 years - Support he wishes he had before prison - The desperate moment he tried to escape prison - The heartbreaking 4.5 years he spent in solitary confinement and other tragedies & injustices he witnessed behind bars - How literacy and journaling kept him sane - Wrestling with anger toward God & finding connection to a higher power through nature - How mentorship from older incarcerated men changed the trajectory of his life He also reveals the powerful mindset shift that transformed his life, including how he used the Law of Attraction to eventually get out of solitary confinement. One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is Shaka's process of healing: - Learning to track the sources of physical & emotional trauma - Identifying emotional triggers - Releasing shame for things he wasn't responsible for - Understanding how anger often grows from suppressed shame - Concept of “weaponizing the past” and how he learned to reconcile anger for what he did, and what was done to him We're also diving deep into forgiveness in ways you've likely never heard before. Shaka shares what it meant when the godmother of the man he killed forgave him, the life-changing moment when the person who shot him apologized, how that apology helped him forgive his mother for years of abuse, and why forgiveness isn't weakness, but liberation. After finally being approved for parole, Shaka created a plan to rebuild his life from the ground up. That plan eventually led him to become a successful author and speaker, advocate for prison reform, and even develop a close friendship with Oprah Winfrey. Shaka also talks about the surreal experience of reentering society, including the technological shock of cell phones and computers, his lasting PTSD symptoms from prison, the impact incarceration has on families and loved ones (not just the inmate), and his advice for supporting someone returning home from prison. Even if you've never experienced incarceration, Shaka's story is more universal than you might think. He explains: - Why uncertainty is one of the hardest emotions humans face - How many of us live inside “hidden prisons” of fear, shame, & trauma - Why vulnerability, forgiveness, & resilience are the keys to breaking free - Why every human being deserves hope, love, joy, & success...no matter their past Shaka's mission is simple: Help people reclaim agency over what ails them and realize that freedom starts within. Shaka Senghor's latest book, HOW TO BE FREE: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons: ⁠https://www.shakasenghor.com/how-to-be-free⁠ Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You won't believe the transformation behind this story. From a runaway teen escaping a traumatic home, to addiction to crack cocaine, being shot and living with PTSD, committing a murder that led to a potential 40-year prison sentence, and enduring 4.5 years in solitary confinement...this is the unbelievable life journey of Shaka Senghor. In this episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the resilience expert and bestselling author of How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons shares the raw, unfiltered truth about the darkest moments of his life, and the mindset that helped him rebuild everything. What began in violence, addiction, and trauma ultimately led Shaka to become a global thought leader who now inspires executives, entrepreneurs, elite athletes, and audiences around the world. And the turning point? It happened inside a prison cell. Shaka Senghor breaks down: - Growing up in chaos & running away from home as a teenager - How drug culture & crack cocaine addiction nearly destroyed his life - The traumatic experience of being shot, and later discovering who pulled the trigger - PTSD & emotional trauma that followed - The night that changed everything: the murder that sent him to prison for up to 40 years - Support he wishes he had before prison - The desperate moment he tried to escape prison - The heartbreaking 4.5 years he spent in solitary confinement and other tragedies & injustices he witnessed behind bars - How literacy and journaling kept him sane - Wrestling with anger toward God & finding connection to a higher power through nature - How mentorship from older incarcerated men changed the trajectory of his life He also reveals the powerful mindset shift that transformed his life, including how he used the Law of Attraction to eventually get out of solitary confinement. One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is Shaka's process of healing: - Learning to track the sources of physical & emotional trauma - Identifying emotional triggers - Releasing shame for things he wasn't responsible for - Understanding how anger often grows from suppressed shame - Concept of “weaponizing the past” and how he learned to reconcile anger for what he did, and what was done to him We're also diving deep into forgiveness in ways you've likely never heard before. Shaka shares what it meant when the godmother of the man he killed forgave him, the life-changing moment when the person who shot him apologized, how that apology helped him forgive his mother for years of abuse, and why forgiveness isn't weakness, but liberation. After finally being approved for parole, Shaka created a plan to rebuild his life from the ground up. That plan eventually led him to become a successful author and speaker, advocate for prison reform, and even develop a close friendship with Oprah Winfrey. Shaka also talks about the surreal experience of reentering society, including the technological shock of cell phones and computers, his lasting PTSD symptoms from prison, the impact incarceration has on families and loved ones (not just the inmate), and his advice for supporting someone returning home from prison. Even if you've never experienced incarceration, Shaka's story is more universal than you might think. He explains: - Why uncertainty is one of the hardest emotions humans face - How many of us live inside “hidden prisons” of fear, shame, & trauma - Why vulnerability, forgiveness, & resilience are the keys to breaking free - Why every human being deserves hope, love, joy, & success...no matter their past Shaka's mission is simple: Help people reclaim agency over what ails them and realize that freedom starts within. Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/break   #rulapod Text BREAKDOWN to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Shaka Senghor's latest book, HOW TO BE FREE: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons: https://www.shakasenghor.com/how-to-be-free Check out Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam and subscribe: https://unpacked.bio/76bd0e --- Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You won't believe the transformation behind this story. From a runaway teen escaping a traumatic home, to addiction to crack cocaine, being shot and living with PTSD, committing a murder that led to a potential 40-year prison sentence, and enduring 4.5 years in solitary confinement...this is the unbelievable life journey of Shaka Senghor. In this episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the resilience expert and bestselling author of How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons shares the raw, unfiltered truth about the darkest moments of his life, and the mindset that helped him rebuild everything. What began in violence, addiction, and trauma ultimately led Shaka to become a global thought leader who now inspires executives, entrepreneurs, elite athletes, and audiences around the world. And the turning point? It happened inside a prison cell. Shaka Senghor breaks down: - Growing up in chaos & running away from home as a teenager - How drug culture & crack cocaine addiction nearly destroyed his life - The traumatic experience of being shot, and later discovering who pulled the trigger - PTSD & emotional trauma that followed - The night that changed everything: the murder that sent him to prison for up to 40 years - Support he wishes he had before prison - The desperate moment he tried to escape prison - The heartbreaking 4.5 years he spent in solitary confinement and other tragedies & injustices he witnessed behind bars - How literacy and journaling kept him sane - Wrestling with anger toward God & finding connection to a higher power through nature - How mentorship from older incarcerated men changed the trajectory of his life He also reveals the powerful mindset shift that transformed his life, including how he used the Law of Attraction to eventually get out of solitary confinement. One of the most powerful parts of this conversation is Shaka's process of healing: - Learning to track the sources of physical & emotional trauma - Identifying emotional triggers - Releasing shame for things he wasn't responsible for - Understanding how anger often grows from suppressed shame - Concept of “weaponizing the past” and how he learned to reconcile anger for what he did, and what was done to him We're also diving deep into forgiveness in ways you've likely never heard before. Shaka shares what it meant when the godmother of the man he killed forgave him, the life-changing moment when the person who shot him apologized, how that apology helped him forgive his mother for years of abuse, and why forgiveness isn't weakness, but liberation. After finally being approved for parole, Shaka created a plan to rebuild his life from the ground up. That plan eventually led him to become a successful author and speaker, advocate for prison reform, and even develop a close friendship with Oprah Winfrey. Shaka also talks about the surreal experience of reentering society, including the technological shock of cell phones and computers, his lasting PTSD symptoms from prison, the impact incarceration has on families and loved ones (not just the inmate), and his advice for supporting someone returning home from prison. Even if you've never experienced incarceration, Shaka's story is more universal than you might think. He explains: - Why uncertainty is one of the hardest emotions humans face - How many of us live inside “hidden prisons” of fear, shame, & trauma - Why vulnerability, forgiveness, & resilience are the keys to breaking free - Why every human being deserves hope, love, joy, & success...no matter their past Shaka's mission is simple: Help people reclaim agency over what ails them and realize that freedom starts within. Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/break   #rulapod Text BREAKDOWN to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. Shaka Senghor's latest book, HOW TO BE FREE: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons: https://www.shakasenghor.com/how-to-be-free Check out Wondering Jews with Mijal and Noam and subscribe: https://unpacked.bio/76bd0e --- Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BialikBreakdown.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube.com/mayimbialik⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailShaka Hislop joins us for one of the most powerful conversations we've ever had.From representing Trinidad & Tobago at the 2006 FIFA World Cup to building a career at the highest levels of English football and broadcasting, Shaka reflects on legacy, pressure, and purpose.But this episode goes deeper.Shaka opens up about his prostate cancer diagnosis, the reality of having no symptoms, and how a routine test may have saved his life. He shares the emotional challenge of telling his children, the mindset he adopted to fight, and why more Caribbean men need to take their health seriously.We also get into:His response to the Trinidad & Tobago FA President's comments on Dwight YorkeThe realities behind World Cup qualificationLife in the Premier League and the pressure of elite footballParenting, identity, and representing Trinidad & Tobago on the world stageThis is a conversation about football — but more importantly, it's about life.

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.

What if the secret to building a high-performing team was forged on a 19th-century battlefield?Welcome to a special "Legends in Leadership" edition of Bacon Bits with Master Happiness! This week, host Marty Jalove brings his sons, Nate and Luke, to the table for a dynamic, high-energy deep dive into the revolutionary leadership tactics of Shaka Zulu.How did a bullied, banished outcast rise from rejection to rule a mighty empire? And more importantly, how can his historical military innovations help you conquer your own corporate battles? We're taking Shaka's legendary strategies and translating them into our sizzling B.A.C.O.N. framework:Bold InnovationAdaptabilityConditioning Your TeamOneness of PurposeNever SettleWhat comfortable sandals do you need to discard right now to secure your success? Tune in, toughen up, and discover how to build your empire and bring home the bacon!www.MasterHappiness.comwww.WhatsYourBacon.comwww.BaconBitsRadio.com

NYT bestselling author Shaka Senghor talks with Derek Champagne about his personal story and his powerful new book, How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons."I love this book—because it teaches you how to manifest freedom in your own life and how that work allows you to rise to your greatest glory." —Oprah Winfrey, The Oprah PodcastAfter 19 years in prison—7 of them in solitary—Shaka emerged not just with a story, but with a methodology. In this book, he distills the inner work that helped him survive, heal, and grow into practical tools that anyone can apply to their own life.Because not all prisons have bars. We all live inside systems, stories, and cycles that can hold us back—doubt, fear, disconnection. And for men in particular, a flawed definition of manhood—emotional suppression, isolation, performative strength—can quietly destroy us. Shaka challenges that directly and offers a radically honest path to healing, self-trust, and real leadership.Each chapter blends hard-won wisdom with actionable steps (including “Keys to” sections at the end of each chapter that offer concrete, practical guidance), perfect for readers hungry for a path that's real, not performative. Shaka's work has been praised by figures ranging from Oprah to Ben Horowitz, and he's regularly sought after by CEOs and changemakers for his insights on leadership, trust, and mindset.Business Leadership Series Intro and Outro music provided by Just Off Turner: https://music.apple.com/za/album/the-long-walk-back/268386576

The FC crew look back at Marc Cucurella's quotes on how Chelsea is run as a club, including investing in younger players & sacking managers more often than other clubs. Plus, the panel continues to reflect on Italy missing out on their 3rd straight World Cup. And, Shaka's international power rankings as well as Ryan O'Hanlon rankings of the countries qualified for the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Only 35% of kids testing on grade level is not a headline, it's a flashing warning light. I sit down with education advocate and Substack writer Shaka Mitchell to ask the uncomfortable question behind the data: if students are just as capable as ever, why are outcomes so uneven and, in some places, outright collapsing? We get specific about what the numbers mean for families, communities, and the future of the American dream, and we look at why “systemic failure” often traces back to incentives, bureaucracy, and a lack of flexibility. From there, we dig into school choice, educational freedom, and the idea that funding should follow the student rather than automatically flowing to buildings. Shaka explains how education savings accounts can support a more customizable education model, why ZIP code zoning can function as “school choice by real estate,” and how a more student-centered approach could look a lot like the intent behind IEPs, but applied far more broadly. We also talk about international comparisons like PISA, the erosion of trust in institutions, and practical moves districts could make immediately, including getting smartphones out of the school day to restore attention and focus. Then we shift gears to something surprisingly hopeful: music. Shaka shares his Come Together Music Project and why shared songs and shared experiences can build relationships, soften polarization, and remind us we still have common ground. We close with a look at the coming Education Freedom Tax Credit and why it could matter for millions of kids across public school, private school, charter school, and homeschooling. If this conversation challenges you, share it with a parent, teacher, or school board member, and subscribe, rate, and review so more people can find it.Support the showEngage the conversation on Substack at The Common Bridge!

The FC crew breaks down Spurs 3-1 loss at home against Crystal Palace, with Spurs now only 1 point above the relegation zone. Plus, a discussion on Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler's comments on Arsenal's time wasting. And, is the Premier League title race over after Man City dropping points at home against Nottingham Forest with the gap now 7 points. Plus, must win game for Real Madrid tomorrow and Shaka's power rankings return! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shaka Mitchell joins Josh to discuss school choice and the work he and his colleagues are doing at the American Federation for Children. They cover the current state of the school choice movement, the Education Freedom Tax Credit—which allows taxpayers to direct a portion of their taxes toward school choice programs—and the American Federation for Children's vision for the future of education, along with the ongoing efforts to turn that vision into reality.   Follow Shaka and The American Federation For Children: https://substack.com/@shakamitchell?r=3goao8&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile&shareImageVariant=light   HOME - American Federation for Children   Learn more about the Education Freedom Tax Credit: Federal Scholarships – Federal Education Scholarships   Quality Matters Podcast: https://youtube.com/@qualitymatterspod?si=CJ16DkEzuJU2dcq8   Come together music project:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/come-together-podcast/id1691123150  

What does the Shaka really mean—and where did it come from? In this episode of Filmmaker Mixer, filmmaker Steve Sue takes us inside his five-year documentary journey behind Shaka: A Story of Aloha, a playful investigative film tracing the origins of Hawaii's most iconic hand gesture.From archival research and cultural storytelling to unexpected connections across surfing, pop culture, and history, Steve breaks down how the film was shaped, the challenges of long-form documentary production, and what filmmakers can learn about patience, curiosity, and narrative discovery.Perfect for filmmakers, film students, and documentary creators interested in investigative storytelling, cultural responsibility, and building a film from obsession to impact.

Der legendäre Zulu-König Shaka soll das Schicksal Südafrikas geprägt haben. Er war ein blutdurstiger Tyrann, erzählt überwiegend die weiße Geschichtsschreibung in Europa. Die Zulu feiern ihn als Nationalhelden, als Stifter von Identität und Selbstbewusstsein. Shaka ist über seine Erfolge als Militärgenie hinaus zum Mythos geworden. Von Frank Halbach (BR 2025). Ein Podcast von Alles Geschichte

Leave an Amazon Rating or Review for my New York Times Bestselling book, Make Money Easy!Check out the full episode: https://greatness.lnk.to/1866Shaka Senghor spent 19 years in prison, seven of them in solitary confinement. Christian Howes, Lewis's older brother, is a world-renowned Jazz violinist who also experienced incarceration. Christian and fellow former inmate turned poet Jimmy Santiago Baca worked with director David Gonzalez to create "Redemption Time," a 70-minute film exploring manhood, trauma, and the possibility of transformation in the most unlikely place. What you're hearing here is the redemptive moment from that film, where Christian's violin breathes life into Jimmy's poetry while Shaka reads words that capture what happens when you walk out of prison with a gift instead of a plan to return to crime. The brotherhood between these two men is palpable. You can hear it in the "Yeah, my brother" at the end, in the way they create beauty together after surviving places designed to break people.This isn't a story about avoiding mistakes or staying out of trouble. It's about two men who found something in the worst possible circumstances and turned it into art that helps others believe transformation is possible. Shaka is now an author, speaker, and coach. Christian composes music that tells stories most people turn away from. Both men understand that redemption isn't about forgetting where you've been but about offering what you found there to others still searching for a way out. Their collaboration shows that the gifts we discover in our darkest moments, when shared honestly, become the light someone else needs to find their own path forward.Sign up for the Greatness newsletter: http://www.greatness.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The FC crew look ahead to the matchup between Man United & Newcastle on Boxing day, will United struggle without their main man Bruno Fernandes? Plus, the panel discuss Marcus Rashford's comments about pressure at his new club Barcelona. And, the guys look back at the best players in the Premier League so far this season & Shaka breaks out a new Power Rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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On this episode of Tapping The Keg Sports Mini Keg, we react to the shocking Green Bay Packers collapse against the Chicago Bears and break down why this loss could make or break the Packers' season. We dive into what went wrong, how much blame deserves to be shared, and what this performance says about the team moving forward in a critical stretch. We also hand out Packers-Bears box score Golden Kegs, highlighting the players who stood out — for better or worse — in one of the most frustrating games of the year. Next, we shift gears to Marquette basketball, where questions are growing about whether Shaka Smart has been given too much power. We discuss roster control, decision-making, and why patience is wearing thin among fans and observers. To wrap things up, we preview the Milwaukee Bucks upcoming road trip, breaking down key matchups, potential pitfalls, and what the Bucks need to prove away from home as they look for consistency.

In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Shaka Mitchell, founder of the Come Together Music Project, about utilizing music as a tool to deepen relationships and foster vulnerability across cultural and political divides. They discuss the origins of Mitchell's podcast, which invites guests to share songs based on specific prompts, leading to unexpected and humanizing conversations—such as a dialogue between strangers regarding their differing perspectives on safety and isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic. The pair also explores the intersection of faith and community, touching on the nuances of celebrating Christmas in diverse households, the communal nature of holiday traditions like caroling, and the parallels between church bells and the recently approved broadcast of the Islamic call to prayer in New York City. Ultimately, the interview highlights how music serves as a universal language that can lower defenses and allow individuals from opposing backgrounds to find common ground. Shaka Mitchell Substack: https://substack.com/@shakamitchell Come Together Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/13xN302EaRVizFTrsDZVRq https://podcasts.apple.com/sn/podcast/come-together-podcast/id1691123150

The ESPN FC Crew react to Real Madrid's loss to Manchester City and discuss how safe Xabi Alonso's job is at the club thanks to their poor run of form. Then, they break down the latest from Arne Slot and Liverpool, as the Mo Salah saga continues. Also, Shaka's latest power rankings which has some shocking placements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.

Watch on YouTube → What does it take to transform your life from inside a prison cell? Shaka Senghor spent 19 years in prison, seven in solitary confinement for a murder he committed at 19. Instead of letting it destroy him, he turned his cell into a university, wrote four books, and discovered a purpose that would change everything. In this raw conversation, Shaka takes us from running away at 14 and being seduced into the drug trade, to the night he pulled the trigger that changed his life forever. He shares what solitary confinement really does to the human mind, the two letters that transformed him (one from his son, another from his victim's godmother offering forgiveness), and the unflinching truth about what's broken in America's criminal justice system. We also discuss his brother's murder in 2021, fatherhood, and the hidden prisons we all carry. Shaka Senghor is a New York Times bestselling author ("Writing My Wrongs," "How to Be Free"), criminal justice reform advocate, and former fellow at MIT. Since his release in 2010, he's spoken on stages from TED to Oprah's Super Soul Sunday, advised presidents and corporations, and become one of the most powerful voices on redemption and second chances in America. This conversation challenges everything you think you know about crime, punishment, and whether people can truly change. His message: “Never settle for mediocrity when greatness is available.” His books include: Newest release → How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons Writing My Wrongs: Life, Death, and Redemption in an American Prison Letters to the Sons of Society Book Recommendations from Shaka: "As a Man Thinketh" by James Allen "The Hard Thing About Hard Things" by Ben Horowitz "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou "Atomic Habits" by James Clear Organizations Mentioned: Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) Syncopated Ladies (Chloe and Maud Arnold) CHAPTERS: 00:00 Trailer 00:59 Meet Tim Green 01:35 Introducing Shaka Senor 02:30 The Power to Change Your Life 04:38 The Need for Safety 06:43 The Path from Abuse to the Streets 11:58 The Impact of Gun Violence 15:54 Inside Solitary Confinement 18:59 The Journey of Self-Improvement 21:30 The Road to Redemption 32:46 The Power of Forgiveness 33:26 The Three Miracles and Mentorship 34:03 A Father's Turning Point 34:47 The Power of Writing in Prison 36:37 Feedback and Growth as a Writer 37:59 Exploring Faith and Spirituality 40:57 Conversations with My Sons 44:05 Reforming the Incarceration System 52:20 Personal Reflections and Achievements 59:39 Final Thoughts and Recommendations 01:01:02 Rapid Fire Questions SPONSORS: ElevenLabs: Thanks to ElevenLabs (https://elevenlabs.io) for supporting this episode and powering Tim's voice. SOCIAL: Website: https://nlupod.com/ X: https://x.com/nlutimgreen Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NLUpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nlupod LISTEN ON OTHER PLATFORMS: Apple Podcasts: Apple Podcasts Audible: Audible Castbox: Castbox Overcast: Overcast iHeartRadio: iHeartRadio PERSONAL: Tackle ALS: https://www.tackleals.com Tim Green Books: https://authortimgreen.com Tim's New Book - Rocket Arm: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062796895/ Legal Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guests and hosts and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Nothing Left Unsaid or its sponsors. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grant gives random thoughts on Marquette and Illinois (CBB) and the WIAA State Championships. Jesse Temple joins to talk Badgers, and Matthew Coller gives an Eye On the Enemy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of Tapping The Keg, we dive deep into a loaded slate of Wisconsin sports. We kick things off with the Green Bay Packers and New York Giants, breaking down why Jordan Love once again looked the part of a top-tier NFL quarterback. From pocket presence to precision throws, we break down what made his performance stand out — and what it means going forward (2:00) Then we shift to the Milwaukee Bucks, a team overflowing with talent but still searching for consistency. We unpack the highs, the lows, and the lingering questions that continue to define their season (26:00) Finally, we wrap with Marquette basketball, where patience is starting to wear thin for Shaka Smart. We talk expectations, frustrations, and what needs to change before things get more tense on the Golden Eagles' sideline. (38:00) Another can't-miss episode for Wisconsin sports fans — tap in!

O Reino Zulu foi um dos mais poderosos e organizados estados pré-coloniais da África Austral. Sob a liderança de Shaka Zulu, no início do século XIX, o povo zulu transformou-se em uma força militar e política temida, conhecida por sua disciplina, estratégias inovadoras e capacidade de expansão territorial. As reformas de Shaka — que incluíam novas táticas de combate e a criação de um exército altamente estruturado — consolidaram a hegemonia zulu sobre diversas tribos vizinhas, marcando profundamente a história do sul do continente africano. Apesar de seu auge, o reino enfrentou a invasão britânica durante a Guerra Anglo-Zulu (1879), sendo posteriormente anexado ao domínio colonial. Ainda assim, o legado zulu permaneceu vivo, e sua monarquia é até hoje reconhecida como parte do patrimônio cultural da África do Sul. Convidamos Evander Ruthieri da Silva para discutir a formação e o apogeu do Reino Zulu, as reformas militares de Shaka, os confrontos com o Império Britânico e o significado histórico e simbólico dessa herança na África contemporânea.Guerra Anglo-Zulu de Evander Ruthieri da Silva pode ser adquirido AQUIAdquira o curso História: da pesquisa à escrita por apenas R$ 49,90 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICANDO AQUI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adquira o curso A Operação Historiográfica para Michel de Certeau por apenas R$ 24,90 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICANDO AQUI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Adquira o curso O ofício do historiador para Marc Bloch por apenas R$ 29,90 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICANDO AQUI⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Colabore com nosso trabalho em ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠apoia.se/obrigahistoria⁠COMEÇOU O BLACK NOVEMBER! Com meu cupom você leva 15% de desconto e, somando com os descontos do site você pode levar até 50%! Basta acessar pelo meu link ⁠https://creators.insiderstore.com.br/HISTORIAFMBF⁠ OU usar o cupom HISTORIAFM. #insiderstoreGRUPO DE WHATSAPP: ⁠https://creators.insiderstore.com.br/HISTORIAFMWPPBF

Send us a textIf you've ever wondered who should decide where a child learns, this conversation gets straight to the heart of that question. We sit down with Shaka Mitchell—education leader, attorney, and school choice advocate—to trace a journey from a working-class Long Island childhood and a small Catholic school to law school, DC policy work, and leading charter school growth in Tennessee. Along the way, we unpack what “school choice” actually means, how it functions across charters, magnets, vouchers, ESAs, and homeschooling, and why a clean framework—who pays, who provides, and who decides—clarifies the options for families.Support the showWe are thrilled about the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities across over 50 countries! We would be delighted to hear from our listeners, wherever you may be in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them, we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a five-star rating and making a donation. Your generosity helps support our limited budget, enabling us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

"The other side of the free speech coin is listening well." Shaka Mitchell, senior fellow at the American Federation for Children and creator of the Come Together Music Project, believes we've "forgotten how to listen"—and music is his solution. A Nashville-based lawyer and education reform leader, Shaka uses songs to bridge political divides by asking simple questions: What song reminds you of being 21? What song reminds you of your dad? "Every memory has a soundtrack all its own," and when strangers share their musical stories—from Led Zeppelin's eight-minute "Cashmere" to whatever gets you through hard times—something remarkable happens: "we're sort of saying… that person, that's not an enemy, turns out, that's just another human." Shaka argues that free speech and conscience are "inextricably linked" in education, pointing to cases where school districts tried to silence parents who wanted to opt out of lessons that conflicted with their values. He warns that "squelching speech in that way is really dangerous" regardless of whose beliefs are at stake. His advice for finding your voice? "Lead with the pathos and not the logos"—start with your story, practice relentlessly, and use solitude (he's a runner) to workshop ideas. But most importantly, remember that music "forces us to actually sit in silence" for 45 seconds at a time in a world where "if things aren't happening in 12 second increments, we just lose attention." By humanizing one another through shared soundtracks, Shaka believes we can then "have the next conversation about something that's maybe a little more heavy, a little more fraught." Because education is nothing if not speech—and speech requires someone willing to truly listen.Find out more about Shaka's work with the Come Together Music Project at: https://www.cometogetherpodcast.com/

GIVEAWAY - send us a message and let us know your favorite thing about the Square Pizza Pod. We are giving away SchermCo swag to the first three people that send us a note!In this episode of the Square Pizza Pod, Greg welcomes Shaka Mitchell, educator, policy leader, and advocate for school choice, for an engaging and candid conversation about education, leadership, and civic engagement.From his early days in Nashville to his current work shaping education policy across Tennessee, Shaka reflects on what's changed—and what hasn't—about how we prepare students for the future. Along the way, he shares sharp insights on the role of local leadership, the real stories behind school choice debates, and how families and communities can stay engaged in creating better systems for kids.In this episode, you'll hear:Why Shaka believes “parents are the most important education reformers”How Tennessee's education landscape is shifting post-pandemicLessons from the charter sector and what traditional districts can learnHis advice for building civic trust and bridging ideological dividesHow he uses music as a common ground to spark conversation and bridge differencesA few Nashville stories (and laughs) along the wayIf you care about schools, leadership, or the future of public education, this is one you don't want to miss.Support the show

It's the Big East's turn in the spotlight as conference preview rolls on. Will the Huskies bounce back after last year's uneven season or will Rick Pitino armed with some high-end transfers take control of the conference for a second straight season? 01:30 - Is the Big East only a two-team league? 07:12 - GP on an Island -- St. John's at No. 1 14:31 - Will UConn be great again? 18:15 - Shaka's Strategy -- Smart or Stubborn? 24:14 - Year 1 for Kevin Willard at 'Nova 31:30 - League Predictions 47:25 - How many Big East Teams make the NCAA Tournament?

In this episode of Finding Freedom, John Odermatt interviews Shaka Mitchell, Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, about the intersection of school choice, civil rights, and the future of education in America. They discuss how education reform can expand opportunity and strengthen communities, with a focus on empowering parents to choose the best educational path for their children. Shaka shares insights on the bipartisan history of school choice, the challenges families face in the current system, and the impact of funding and administration on educational outcomes. The conversation covers the competitive effects of school choice, recent legislative wins, and the role of technology and AI in shaping the future of learning. Shaka also highlights a new federal tax credit program that could make school choice accessible to more families nationwide. The episode wraps up with resources for listeners to learn more and get involved. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Guest Welcome03:00 - Shaka Mitchell's Background07:30 - School Choice and Civil Rights15:00 - Funding, Administration, and Challenges25:00 - The Competitive Effects of School Choice35:00 - Technology, AI, and the Future of Education45:00 - New Federal Tax Credit Program50:00 - Final Thoughts & Resources We have a new show on Lions of Liberty! The PoliTicks Podcast! Be sure to subscribe to the standalone Politicks Podcast feed. This is the absolute best way to support the show! Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. And remember, they're all Blood Suckers! Subscribe to John's Finding Freedom Show solo feed to listen to “Pursuit of Freedom,” which is a new podcast series where John shares the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey. Listen and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Follow the Lions of Liberty: Twitter Rumble YouTube Instagram Telegram Get access to all of our bonus audio content, livestreams, behind-the-scenes segments and more for as little as $5 per month by joining the Lions of Liberty Pride on Patreon OR support us on Locals! Check out our merchandise at the Lions of Liberty Store for all of our awesome t-shirts, mugs and hats! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cristina Alexander, Shaka Hislop, Herculez Gomez and Kasey Keller react to news that Christian Pulisic could miss up to a month and question who is to blame for the injury. Plus, the crew answer some lingering questions for both the US and Mexico after the October international break. Shaka also explains why he thinks his beloved Trinidad and Tobago won't make the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cristina Alexander, Shaka Hislop, Herculez Gomez and Kasey Keller react to news that Christian Pulisic could miss up to a month and question who is to blame for the injury. Plus, the crew answer some lingering questions for both the US and Mexico after the October international break. Shaka also explains why he thinks his beloved Trinidad and Tobago won't make the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsFreedom isn't just about walking outside prison walls, it's about breaking free from the invisible prisons of shame, anger, and limiting beliefs. In this Hol+ episode, Dr. Taz sits down with Shaka Senghor, bestselling author and inspirational speaker, to uncover how solitary confinement, journaling, and vulnerability became the keys to his transformation.Together they explore how trauma shows up in daily life, why shame keeps us disconnected, and how to rewrite the narratives that hold us back. From books that sparked healing to the hidden prisons we all carry, this is a masterclass in resilience, authenticity, and the power of owning your story.Dr. Taz and Shaka discuss:Growing up in Detroit and the path to incarcerationHow books and journaling transformed solitary confinementAnger, shame, and the healing power of reflectionInvisible prisons of doubt, shame, and limiting beliefsThe shock of reentry into a changed worldWhy vulnerability attracts vulnerabilityBreaking cycles for family and communityChoosing joy, love, and higher narrativesHow to build authentic connections as men and womenPractical tools for rewriting your life storyTopics Covered:Trauma, anger, and their hidden impactJournaling, mindfulness, and self-study as survivalThe importance of vulnerability in healingInternal narratives vs external ceilingsInvisible prisons in everyday lifeJoy, love, and higher purpose after hardshipRedefining strength and resilienceConnect further to Hol+ at https://holplus.co/- Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.About Shaka Senghor:Shaka Senghor is an inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, and author of the New York Times bestselling books Writing My Wrongs and Letters to the Sons of Society. A sought-after resilience expert and recognized "Soul Igniter" in Oprah's inaugural SuperSoul 100, Senghor has captivated and transformed global audiences with his extraordinary journey from incarceration to influence. Through raw authenticity and profound insight, he doesn't just share his story—he equips others with the exact resilience practices that fueled his own remarkable transformation, proving that reinvention isn't just possible—it's within everyone's reach.Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsFollow Dr. Taz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/@drtazmdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtazmdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtazmd/Connect with Shaka Senghorhttps://www.shakasenghor.com/https://www.instagram.com/shakasenghorHost & Production TeamHost: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+Chapters00:00 Introduction03:44 Shaka's Early Life and Descent into Crime06:15 The Turning Point: Solitary Confinement and Self-Reflection07:09 The Power of Mentorship and Literacy in Prison09:33 Journaling: A Path to Healing and Self-Discovery19:51 Reintegration: Challenges and Triumphs27:28 The Power of Vulnerability29:37 Understanding Anger and Shame31:13 Navigating Masculinity and Vulnerability34:11 Overcoming Hidden Prisons40:45 Breaking Free from Life's Prisons51:15 Final Thoughts and Reflections

In this episode of Finding Freedom, John Odermatt interviews Shaka Mitchell, Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, about the intersection of school choice, civil rights, and the future of education in America. They discuss how education reform can expand opportunity and strengthen communities, with a focus on empowering parents to choose the best educational path for their children. Shaka shares insights on the bipartisan history of school choice, the challenges families face in the current system, and the impact of funding and administration on educational outcomes. The conversation covers the competitive effects of school choice, recent legislative wins, and the role of technology and AI in shaping the future of learning. Shaka also highlights a new federal tax credit program that could make school choice accessible to more families nationwide. The episode wraps up with resources for listeners to learn more and get involved. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Guest Welcome03:00 - Shaka Mitchell's Background07:30 - School Choice and Civil Rights15:00 - Funding, Administration, and Challenges25:00 - The Competitive Effects of School Choice35:00 - Technology, AI, and the Future of Education45:00 - New Federal Tax Credit Program50:00 - Final Thoughts & Resources

In this episode of Finding Freedom, John Odermatt interviews Shaka Mitchell, Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, about the intersection of school choice, civil rights, and the future of education in America. They discuss how education reform can expand opportunity and strengthen communities, with a focus on empowering parents to choose the best educational path for their children. Shaka shares insights on the bipartisan history of school choice, the challenges families face in the current system, and the impact of funding and administration on educational outcomes. The conversation covers the competitive effects of school choice, recent legislative wins, and the role of technology and AI in shaping the future of learning. Shaka also highlights a new federal tax credit program that could make school choice accessible to more families nationwide. The episode wraps up with resources for listeners to learn more and get involved. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Guest Welcome03:00 - Shaka Mitchell's Background07:30 - School Choice and Civil Rights15:00 - Funding, Administration, and Challenges25:00 - The Competitive Effects of School Choice35:00 - Technology, AI, and the Future of Education45:00 - New Federal Tax Credit Program50:00 - Final Thoughts & Resources

In this deeply personal and timely episode of An Educated Guest, host Todd Zipper sits down with Shaka Mitchell, Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children. Shaka shares his compelling journey from the classroom and the courtroom into the heart of the school choice movement. He explains why his advocacy is driven by his core belief that education is the "surest way to access Whatever your version of the American dream is," and why the current system fails to deliver that promise for too many children.The conversation delves into the necessity of educational choice as a policy matter, focusing on how parents are demanding better options for their children. Shaka offers a powerful, community-based perspective on why resources should follow the student and how choice can serve as the critical mechanism to access the right education. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the moral and strategic imperative driving the school choice revolution today.Key Takeaways from this Episode:The School Choice Imperative: Shaka's belief that a child's background should not determine the quality of their education.Policy and Practice: How Shaka's legal and educational experience informs his work in shaping state-level policy.The Role of Parents: A discussion on the rising power of parents and their demand for better educational options.Finding the Right Fit: Why a one-size-fits-all model doesn't work, and how choice creates the opportunity for a better educational experience for every single child.About Our Guest:Shaka Mitchell is a Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children. A former educator and lawyer, Shaka has dedicated his career to driving educational reform and expanding opportunities for children in underserved communities.

Read the full transcript here. What changes when we treat violence as a human problem rather than a demographic story? Are fear, anger, and shame the real levers behind sudden harm? How much agency can we ask of people shaped by chaos without ignoring that chaos? Where is the line between explanation and excuse? What would an honest narrative about community safety sound like? Do neighborhoods want fewer police, or different policing grounded in respect? How do we build cultures where accountability and care reinforce each other? If separation is required for rehabilitation, how do we keep it from becoming psychological punishment? How do we welcome people back into society without chaining them to their worst moment?Shaka Senghor is a resilience expert and author whose journey from incarceration to inspiration has empowered executives, entrepreneurs, and audiences around the world. Born in Detroit amid economic hardship, Shaka overcame immense adversity - including 19 years in prison - to become a leading authority on resilience, grit, and personal transformation. Since his release in 2010, Shaka has guided individuals and organizations to break free from their hidden emotional and psychological prisons, turning resilience from theory into actionable practice.Links:[How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons Shaka Senghor](https://www.amazon.com/How-Be-Free-Escaping-Prisons/dp/B0DXD5KKBF/ref=sr_1_2?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.JCzwjQ5a_lb3kdfvc2QDC4-tbQpciSrrOnnl8OpF1l63BhTDjUH6v6cmvUBiJvVF4Eg79kytTckpbVdh8bo8Pg.ny8YFzrCh6L37MoCgL-JyM6zVbV210SvBltd2WG37Gs&dib_tag=se&qid=1752196328&refinements=p_27%3AShaka+Senghor&s=books&sr=1-2)Shaka's TED Talk StaffSpencer Greenberg — Host / DirectorJosh Castle — ProducerRyan Kessler — Audio EngineerUri Bram — FactotumWeAmplify — TranscriptionistsIgor Scaldini — Marketing ConsultantMusicBroke for FreeJosh WoodwardLee RosevereQuiet Music for Tiny Robotswowamusiczapsplat.comAffiliatesClearer ThinkingGuidedTrackMind EasePositlyUpLift[Read more]

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.

Note: this talk contains mature content.Shaka Senghor is a resilience expert and New York Times best-selling author, who spent 19 years in prison–including 7 in solitary confinement–for a crime committed when he was young, before finding his path to freedom. In this TED Talks Daily Book Club interview, Elise Hu speaks with Shaka about newest book, How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons. Elise and Shaka discuss the lessons he learned while incarcerated, and why he believes that these can offer a blueprint to anyone struggling to break free from the hidden prisons in their life. They discuss the important mentors in his life, as well as the crucial role that reading and writing played in helping him “get free.” He also talks about his work with people incarcerated and recently released from prison, and shares why his work and mission always emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and forgiveness, and what it really means to yield to joy.Support Shaka's message! Donate copies of HOW TO BE FREE to young people, incarcerated individuals, and others who need Shaka's message but lack access. Click here!Interested in learning more about upcoming TED events? Follow these links:TEDNext: ted.com/futureyouTEDAI Vienna: ted.com/ai-viennaTEDAI San Francisco: ted.com/ai-sf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of What I Want to Know, host Kevin P. Chavous sits down with Shaka Mitchell, Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children and a national leader in education reform. From classrooms to courtrooms, Shaka has been at the center of the fight for school choice, charter schools, and equitable education policy. Together, they explore whether choice truly expands opportunity, how legislation is reshaping access, and what the future of education innovation might look like. Chapters [00:00] Introduction & framing the debate [01:10] Shaka Mitchell's personal education story [03:50] How inequities sparked the school choice movement [05:31] Is choice enough to ensure quality? [06:36] Why choice can be catalytic for students [09:34] Ensuring access for underserved families [12:50] School choice across rural and urban America [15:22] Regulation, charter schools, and innovation [18:26] What true innovation in schools could look like [24:30] Finding common ground in a divided system [27:51] What's next for school choice and federal programs Useful Links Learn more about Shaka Mitchell and the American Federation for Children: https://www.federationforchildren.org Explore K12-powered schools: https://www.k12.com/podcast Learn more about Stride, Inc. and online education: https://www.stridelearning.com Follow Kevin P. Chavous on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinpchavous Join the Conversation Got thoughts on virtual learning and special education?

To have liberated lives, people often need to overcome past narratives, survivor's remorse, fear, the inability to forgive, and a host of other barriers. These barriers can be “hidden prisons,” according to Shaka Senghor - the author of “How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons.” Shaka knows about prisons - the hidden ones and the ones with locks, walls, and bars. He spent 19 years incarcerated - seven of which were in solitary confinement. While in prison, Shaka educated himself, found positive role models, and completely transformed his life in a way that has enabled him to reach his potential and create opportunities for others. In this interview, Shaka discusses the power of journaling, how to become resilient, why forgiveness benefits the person doing the forgiving, and most importantly, how to break free of the prisons that hold many people back from becoming who they were meant to be. To end the conversation, Shaka answers how his understanding of freedom has evolved since he was first arrested. Shaka Senghor is a globally recognized resilience expert, bestselling author, and transformative thought leader whose journey from incarceration to inspiration has empowered executives, entrepreneurs, elite athletes, and audiences around the world. Born in Detroit amid economic hardship, Shaka overcame immense adversity—including 19 years in prison—to become a leading authority on resilience, grit, and personal transformation.

In this powerful episode of The Reboot Podcast, Jerry sits down with Shaka Senghor, author, mentor, and leading voice in criminal justice reform, for a tender conversation about transformation, freedom, and what it truly means to be redeemed. Together, Jerry and Shaka explore what it actually means to be free. They discuss how the deepest forms of imprisonment are not always physical, but are instead forged in our minds—made of grief, shame, anger, and old stories. Shaka shares how his path of healing, reading, and a practice of gratitude helped him reimagine his life, and how his writing became both a discipline of self-emancipation. Shaka reflects on the obstacles he continues to face as a returning citizen, and the quiet oppressions that persist even after release. Yet, through gratitude, storytelling, and mentorship, he lights a way forward; not just for himself, but for all who seek to break the cycles of suffering and step more fully into their lives. Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Follow our step by step guides: How To: Leave a Review on Your Computer: How To: Leave a Review on Your iPhone: www.reboot.io/leave-itunes-review-via-iphone/ Never miss an episode! Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date on all our episode releases.  

NYT bestselling author Shaka Senghor talks with Derek Champagne about his personal story and his powerful new book, How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons."I love this book—because it teaches you how to manifest freedom in your own life and how that work allows you to rise to your greatest glory." —Oprah Winfrey, The Oprah PodcastAfter 19 years in prison—7 of them in solitary—Shaka emerged not just with a story, but with a methodology. In this book, he distills the inner work that helped him survive, heal, and grow into practical tools that anyone can apply to their own life.Because not all prisons have bars. We all live inside systems, stories, and cycles that can hold us back—doubt, fear, disconnection. And for men in particular, a flawed definition of manhood—emotional suppression, isolation, performative strength—can quietly destroy us. Shaka challenges that directly and offers a radically honest path to healing, self-trust, and real leadership.Each chapter blends hard-won wisdom with actionable steps (including “Keys to” sections at the end of each chapter that offer concrete, practical guidance), perfect for readers hungry for a path that's real, not performative. Shaka's work has been praised by figures ranging from Oprah to Ben Horowitz, and he's regularly sought after by CEOs and changemakers for his insights on leadership, trust, and mindset.Business Leadership Series Intro and Outro music provided by Just Off Turner: https://music.apple.com/za/album/the-long-walk-back/268386576

Taken from The Oprah Podcast, this special episode brings together Shaka Senghor, a16z cofounder Ben Horowitz, and Oprah Winfrey for a powerful conversation on resilience and transformation.Shaka, a resilience expert, motivational speaker, and bestselling author of Writing My Wrongs, shares his journey from incarceration to redemption along with insights from his new book, How to Be Free. Full of hard-earned wisdom and practical tools, it's a guide for anyone seeking freedom in their own life.Timecodes: 0:00 Introduction 1:30 Shaka's Journey: From Prison to Freedom4:10 The Power of Narrative and Mindset6:10 Active Journaling & Writing My Wrongs8:45 Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons10:00 The Role of Forgiveness16:40 Healing Family Relationships21:00 Unconditional Forgiveness & True Freedom22:40 Resilience as a Spiritual Principle24:15 Mentorship & Meeting Ben Horowitz28:55 Lessons on Success and Failure30:20 The Meaning of a Pardon31:50 Life After Prison: Finding Joy in Freedom32:30 Advice for Listeners: How to Begin Your Own Journey35:15 Closing Thoughts Resources: Find Shaka on X: https://x.com/ShakaSenghoFind Ben on X: https://x.com/bhorowitzFind Oprah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381 Stay Updated: Let us know what you think: https://ratethispodcast.com/a16zFind a16z on Twitter: https://twitter.com/a16zFind a16z on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a16zSubscribe on your favorite podcast app: https://a16z.simplecast.com/Follow our host: https://x.com/eriktorenbergPlease note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures.