Episodes

  • A Male's Journey Through Sex Trafficking, Sean Wheeler
    Jul 22 2024

    Sean Wheeler is the executive director and founder of Starfish Ministries, survivor, speaker and leader for those working in the sex trafficking industry. He grew up with his family in a small Midwestern town, where he was groomed and sexually trafficked between the ages of 5 and 9. For over 15 years, he experienced further abuse, including being exploited in child pornography. Even after his family moved away, predators continued to target Sean until his late teens, with the last assault occurring when he was 19.

    At that point, Sean vowed to never be a victim again. Decades later, he found healing through his faith, which gave his life renewed purpose as an advocate for those who cannot speak out. Sean and his wife started Starfish Ministries to combat child sex trafficking in the United States and abroad, providing a voice especially for boys.

    Through his book Wretch: Haunted by Shadows – Rescued by Jesus and his ministry work, Sean shares his story of survival and hope. God gave him strength to overcome his traumatic past and inspire other survivors, as well as raise awareness about the horrific realities of child exploitation.


    00:00 - Intro

    01:49 - How Did Sean Become A Survivor of Sex Trafficking

    05:40 - Dispelling The Myth That Sex Trafficking Happens Only to Girls

    07:30 - Trapped in Plain Sight: Living a Normal Life Under Sex Trafficking

    09:42 - What Are The Hidden Signals That You Are A Wanted Child

    11:26 - How Can We Be Aware & What Are The Signs of Child Sexual Abuse

    15:09 - How Trauma Changed Sean’s View Of The World

    17:30 - Distinguishing Imagination From Dissociation in Children

    19:20 - The Role Of God In Sean’s Life & Breaking Through Shame, Guilt And Fear

    25:03 - Sean’s Book And His Experience From Sharing His Testimony

    28:38 - How Sean And His Wife Started “Starfish Ministries”

    32:22 - The Power of Forgiveness & Finding Peace in God's Hands

    36:53 - Sean’s Journey to Empathy And Compassion

    40:33 - How Sean Healed From Guilt And Shame

    42:42 - Escaping The Lie: Finding Hope in Jesus' Love

    46:06 - Sean’s Final Words And Prayers

    Show Links:


    Sean’s Website: www.starfishcolorado.org

    Sean's Book: Wretch: Haunted by Shadows – Rescued by Jesus


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    49 mins
  • Awakening to Your Potential, Silvia Davis
    Jul 8 2024

    Silvia Davis has been a member of the Church of Christ for thirty-two years. She is a devoted wife to her husband, John, and is a mother of two. Silvia’s primary goal in life is to motivate and encourage others.

    Through public speaking and the utilization of social media, she has helped hundreds prioritize the value of self-worth and self-care both spiritually and physically. She currently lives in Arizona and is the author of the award winning devotional: Living a Parable: Finding Lessons in Unlikely Experiences.


    00:00 - Intro

    02:10 - Silvia’s Spiritual Journey & Gaining Courage and Hope by Putting God First

    10:02 - How Silvia’s Life Changed Ignited by God's Spark

    14:08 - Humbling Yourself, Letting Go of Control and Leaning on God

    16:39 - Cultivating Humility and Trusting God

    20:58 - The Inspiration Behind Silvia’s Book

    29:41 - The Amazing Life Lesson We Can All Learn From Sea Turtles

    39:33 - Silvia’s Bible Study Routine and Her System for Tracking Notes

    43:54 - Final Words from Silvia

    Show Links

    • Silvia’s Bio
    • Silvia’s Book
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    46 mins
  • Just Keep Going, Woody Woodrow
    Jun 17 2024

    Alex Woodrow is a best selling author of the book series, “You Are The Rock Star” as well as a coach, yoga guide and an original member of the rock band Our Last Night, currently one of the biggest independent rock bands. After two decades rocking with his band, Woody embarks on a solo adventure as a musician, author, and yoga teacher. This artistic leap allowed him to connect with his true self and pour his emotions into his music.

    He discovered a profound beauty in embracing the unknown, surrendering to what life throws his way, and letting go of rigid expectations. Woody's journey is a testament to the power of self-belief, a force that can guide us even through the toughest times. Now, his mission is to inspire others to find their own spark and embrace the magic woven into every moment.


    00:00 - Intro

    01:48 - Conveying Your Message and Connecting With People by Being Fully Present

    04:53 - Believe in Yourself: Use Failures as Your Guide to Your True Path

    08:22 - The Invisible Synchronicities & The Magic of Collaborative Creation

    09:27 - The Natural Progression of His Musical Journey: How it Led Him to His Authentic Self

    13:43 - Evolving by Letting Go of Your Expectations and Surrendering to Uncertainty

    17:15 - Why Serving Ourselves First is Essential for Serving Others

    22:02 - A Look at Woody's Music Through His Latest Lens

    26:08 - Life After Leaving His Band & Using Our Hardships to Empower Ourselves and Others

    31:34 - Using Death As A Reminder to Live In The Present Moment

    39:05 - Advice on Creating Authentic Music

    45:23 - The Process of Writing His Lyrics

    48:54 - Finding Out What Light You Up by Challenging Yourself and Experimenting

    58:40 - Final Words from Alex

    Show Links

    • Woody's Music
    • Woody's Book (1/3)


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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Get Your Message Out, Sabine Kvenberg
    Jun 3 2024

    Sabine Kvenberg is a communication and confidence coach - a Distinguished Toastmaster, actress and operator of Performing Arts School for 27 years. In this episode, Sabine shares some powerful tools to conquer our nerves before going out on stage.

    From breath-work exercises to the magic of positive self-talk, she'll guide us through techniques for hitting the stage with confidence. Sabine dives deep into the secrets of crafting a presentation that truly captivates the audience. She believes that we all have an important mission and message to share and the better we can communicate that the more impact we can have on people’s lives.


    00:00 - Intro

    02:12 - The Story of Sabine's Stage Performance and The Beginning of Her Career Journey

    06:00 - Techniques to Conquer Your Pre-Speech Jitters

    11:02 - Strategies for Taking Your Speech to The Next Level

    14:29 - The Importance of Communication in All Areas of Life

    18:44 - Top Tips for Confident Virtual Communication

    22:17 - How to Start A Career As A Public Speaker

    23:36 - The Motivation Behind Writing Her Book

    28:39 - Sabine’s New Book

    31:58 - Inspiring Other People and Sharing Our Message

    34:56 - Sabine’s Final Call To Action



    Show Links:

    • Sabine's Website
    • Sabine’s Book
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    36 mins
  • Living Heart Open, Shawn Dreben
    May 6 2024

    Shawn Dreben is a personal trainer, a health coach and works with PEMF therapy. His love for fitness began at 14 with a gym membership. He learned techniques by observing bodybuilders, but this unfortunately led to a rotator cuff injury. Physical therapy for his injury sparked Shawn’s interest in anatomy. After recovering and learning proper lifting techniques, he faced a new challenge: mitral valve prolapse causing heart racing and panic attacks.

    Shawn underwent a successful but difficult 10-hour surgery to address his heart condition. Just three weeks later, he demonstrated his determination by passing the NASM Certified Personal Trainer exam. The recovery period was physically and emotionally challenging, with pain and depression. A turning point came when his mom's cousin introduced him to PEMF therapy through a magnetic mattress pad, pillow, insoles, and necklace. Shawn experienced significant improvement within four weeks, inspiring him to integrate PEMF therapy into his personal training practice.


    Shawn’s personal experiences with injury, heart surgery, and the benefits of PEMF therapy shaped his approach to fitness and health. His story is one of overcoming obstacles and using his experiences to serve others. Shawn’s journey in the world of health and wellness is one of passion, resilience, and a desire to help others.


    00:00 - Intro

    01:58 - Shawn's Health Journey: Discovering Heart Disease

    07:54 - The Story of Shawn's Life Saving Surgery

    10:32 - Post-Surgery Struggles & How Magnets Transformed Shawn's Recovery

    15:27 - The Remarkable Results of Bringing PEMF Therapy into His Training Practice

    17:21 - How Shawn’s Love of Going to The Gym Evolved Into a Career of Helping Others

    21:44 - Essential Tips for Creating a Safe and Healthy Living Environment

    26:46 - Understanding Redox Potential and How It Affects Our Wellbeing

    29:13 - Tuning Into Our Bodies and Eating Based on Our Specific Needs

    31:25 - Doing Regular Self-Checks & Building Healthy Habits One Step At A Time

    40:34 - How Our Mood and Well-being Impacts Every Part of Our Life

    44:00 - The Importance of Communicating Your Feelings Effectively

    45:35 - Maintaining Emotional Hygiene: Strategies for a Calmer Mind Before Bed

    49:58 - Shawn’s Self Healing Journey & How His Heart Surgery Inspired a Life of Service

    55:37 - The Power of Vulnerability and Embracing Our Emotions

    57:13 - The Micro Traumas We All Have & Why Our Needs Matter

    1:02:00 - Final Words


    Show Links:

    • Shawn’s email
    • Shawn’s Website
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Love Heals an Ex-KGB Spy, Jack Barsky
    Apr 15 2024


    Jack Barsky is a former KGB spy and author of “Deep Undercover”. Raised in post-WWII East Germany, he confronted the oppressive realities of communism – poverty, limited healthcare, and a suppressed spiritual life.Despite these hardships, Jack achieved success, solidifying his initial belief in the system. However, his life took a dramatic turn when the KGB recruited him as a spy in the U.S. Facing a challenging dilemma, he ultimately defected, choosing his new life.


    Beyond sharing his captivating story, Jack emphasizes the valuable lessons gleaned from his struggles. He recounts how these hardships, shared by many others, shaped his resilience and perspective. Discussing the role of faith in his life, he emphasizes that serving others is the highest form of love. Jack's remarkable journey shows that God truly works in mysterious ways and underscores that there are universal moral laws for all of us, regardless of our beliefs.


    00:00 - Intro

    01:45 - Jack’s Parents, His Childhood & The Struggles After the End of World War 2

    16:05 - How His Parents Met and The Relationship He Had With Them

    24:04 - The Absence of God in Jack’s Early Life and The System’s Societal Conditioning

    29:18 - The Suppression of Christianity under Communist Rule

    35:02 - Censorship and Repression in East Germany & The Inevitable Decay of The System

    46:01 - Life after KGB and The Power of Brainwashing

    51:42 - Escapism Through Distraction in Today’s Society and The Consequences of That

    54:23 - Losing His Job After Expressing Religious Views

    56:06 - Starting A Professional Career in The US and Discovering His Passion for Creativity

    1:00:11 - Jack's Transition to Management and How It Changed His Views on Christians

    1:03:48 - Losing Control Over His Life and The Depression That Followed

    1:07:18 - The Tense Trip to The US and Going Through Customs With A Canadian Passport

    1:11:14 - The Universal Moral Laws That Guide Humanity

    1:17:14 - Living with the Holy Spirit Within Your Heart

    1:17:51 - Service: The Greatest Expression of Love

    1:25:14 - Why Self Denial Leads to the Inability to Love and Serve Others

    1:26:30 - Escaping KGB and Choosing to Stay With His Daughter in The US

    1:39:08 - The Unconscious Presence of God in Jack’s Life

    1:43:00 - How Has The Past Influenced Jack’s Relationship With His Children

    1:49:30 - Jack’s Life’s Purpose



    Show Links:


    - Jack’s interview
    - Jack's website
    - Jack's book: Deep Undercover


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    1 hr and 52 mins
  • The Rebellious Recovery: Transform Your Adversity Into Adventure, Aaron Baker
    Apr 1 2024

    Aaron was a professional motocross athlete when he sustained a spinal cord injury. He became a quadriplegic being paralyzed from the chin down. His mindset and his rebellious nature inspired him to master fundamental tools for the mind and body that he teaches everyday.


    He is 24 years into his recovery, and now he is a father, author, entrepreneur and ambassador for spinal cord injuries. His to road of recovery and all the difficult moments he is been through inspired him to put all the experience into his book “The Rebellious Recovery: Transform Your Adversity Into Adventure”. Aaron’s motivational and rebellious view of recovery and going through tough moments in life is a true inspiration.



    00:00 - Intro

    02:21 - Aaron's Inspiration For Rebellion and Recovery

    05:09 - Aaron's Childhood and Biggest Lessons
    06:53 - Aaron's Injury and Road to Recovery

    11:02 - The Fragility of Life and The Power Within

    15:12 - The Hope and Patience To Go One Step At a Time In Difficult Moments In Life

    18:53 - Moving Forward in Life and The B.A.S.I.C.S. Method

    24:52 - Feeling Like a Burden and Getting Over the Ego

    30:03 - Working With Anger As Fuel For Constructive Action

    33:37 - Aaron's Book And The Process of Recovery

    37:29 - Life is Hard And We Don't Have All the Answers But We Move Forward

    43:24 - How to Focus Only on Today

    47:19 - Connect With Aaron



    Show Links:

    • Get Aaron’s book
    • Aaron on Instagram
    • Aaron on YouTube
    • Aaron's Website
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    49 mins
  • Paving the Path for Disabled Women in Tech, Aditi Shah
    Mar 18 2024

    In this inspiring episode, we meet Aditi Shah, a woman who has defied limitations. Losing her sight at 15 didn't stop her from pursuing her passion for cybersecurity. Aditi journeyed from India to the US, overcoming challenges and earning a spot as a Senior Applied Scientist at Microsoft.

    Through her personal story and insights, this episode is a powerful message for anyone looking to achieve their dreams. It underscores the importance of self-belief, dedication, and taking life one step at a time. Whether you're facing personal obstacles or simply need a reminder of your potential, Aditi's story will leave you empowered and motivated.


    00:00 - Intro

    01:50 - Aditi’s Background and Coming to the US

    05:10 - Adjusting to Sight Loss

    08:25 - Adapting to the Gradual Loss of Sight & The Role of Technology

    10:11 - Accessibility Issues and How We Should Develop Accessible Products

    12:41 - Microsoft’s Focus and Advances Toward Accessibility For Everyone

    15:19 - What Is Accessibility Champion

    16:25 - The Future of AI In Supporting the Daily Life of People With Disabilities

    20:15 - The Successful Practices Of Women In Tech and Defining What's Possible

    22:06 - Relating and Looking Up To Different Role Models For Different Skills

    23:34 - The Courage to Get Into and Excel in the Field of Data Science and Cyber Security

    25:31 - Taking Life One Step At a Time

    26:45 - Where To Connect With Aditi



    Show Links:

    - Connect with Aditi on Linkedin
    - Be My AI

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    27 mins