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The Justin M Lewis Podcast

Exploring politics, leadership, and philosophy from a centrist perspective—challenging assumptions, seeking balance, and advocating for thoughtful, principled discourse in a world often divided by extremes. justinmlewis.substack.com

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6:14

Paint Anyway

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/30

We don't become artists after the world applauds us. We become artists before—when no one is watching, when no one is clapping, when the page is blank and we choose to create anyway. Success isn't visibility. It's staying true to the work, even when the room feels quiet. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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7:46

The Legacy of a Logo Etched in Glass

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/29

Every business, every team, every era has an expiration date. The energy fades. The players move on. But the real legacy isn't the logo left behind—it's the heart you poured into it while it lived. Honor the work while it’s happening. That’s where the true meaning is found. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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6:29

Living with Luck

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/28

Luck is real. But so is the work that makes you ready for it. Build your life as if luck will never come—and stay open enough to recognize it when it does. True power lives at the intersection of effort and grace. That's where the real life is built. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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6:43

The Dreamer’s Work

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/25

Dreams aren’t childish—they’re directional. They show us who we might become before we’re ready to believe it. Not all dreams come true, but the ones we honor shape our lives in quiet, powerful ways. What dream are you still carrying? Write it down. Speak it out. Let it guide you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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7:07

The Age of the Soundbite

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/24

Politics has become performance—and we’re all paying the price. In a world of soundbites and viral clips, real leadership is getting drowned out. It's time to reward substance over spectacle. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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7:42

We Don’t Fit in Their Boxes

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/23

Most of us don’t fit the political boxes they’ve built. We’re more thoughtful than the hashtags, more united than we’ve been led to believe. This one’s for everyone who feels politically homeless but morally grounded. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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7:47

What Happens When the Machines Do the Work?

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/22

What happens when the machines can do everything? Not just faster and cheaper—but better. This isn’t just about AI. It’s about identity, purpose, and what it means to be human in a world where our labor may no longer be needed. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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5:43

Home is Forever

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/21

We spend our lives searching for “home”—but sometimes, it’s not a place. It’s a promise. A presence. A light that never goes out.This week’s letter to my kids is about belonging, love without condition, and what it means to always have a place to return to. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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6:57

The Man I Decided to Become

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/20

Who you were doesn’t have to define who you become. Confidence isn’t inherited—it’s built. Leadership isn’t granted—it’s earned. This is a story about owning your story, rewriting your future, and becoming the person you admire. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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5:40

It’s Never Too Late to Believe in Yourself—and Never...

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/17

An old friend apologized for his past. I saw a man growing, healing, becoming. I told him what I saw years ago: his potential. We all need someone to believe in us—especially when we can't believe in ourselves. It’s never too late to become. Never too early to believe. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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8:47

Five Years Later: A Call for Accountability,...

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/16

Five years later, the true cost of COVID is still unfolding—lost lives, broken trust, and a nation changed. We need reflection, not revisionism. Accountability, not excuses. Leadership, not performance. I wrote this as the apology no one gave—and the call to do better next time. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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5:49

The Power of Belief: Why Intrinsic Motivation Builds...

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/15

People work harder when they believe in what they’re doing—and even harder when the decision was theirs. Intrinsic motivation isn’t soft, it’s powerful. Build teams that own the mission, not just follow orders. Trust them, and they’ll surprise you. That’s leadership. That’s how you build something that lasts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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5:39

Living with Love

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/14

Love isn’t just something you feel—it’s how you live. Love your life. Love the people in it. Love the work of your hands. Live with a full heart, unafraid to care deeply. This is the path to a life well-lived. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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7:36

Another Friday Night: A Tribute to Service and Sacrifice

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/11

Some Friday nights are spent in sacrifice, away from the fun, the parties, and the joy of unwinding. But those sacrifices build something greater. To those grinding it out—whether in the military, as an entrepreneur, or a parent—thank you. Your work matters. Keep going. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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5:40

Live Where You Are: Stop Rushing Toward the End and...

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/10

We spend our lives racing to the next thing—graduation, promotions, retirement—believing comfort waits at the finish line. But the real gift is the journey itself. Live where you are. Even the hard moments will one day be the ones you miss most. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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6:16

The Parable of the Ammo Man

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/09

A moment of arrogance as a young Marine taught me the most important lesson of leadership: every role matters. True strength comes from interdependence, not hierarchy. The ammo man made my job possible—and I’ve never forgotten him. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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6:06

Now Is the Time for Leaders to Lead

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/08

When the world feels uncertain, real leaders rise. Not with fear, but with clarity. Not with retreat, but with bold action. Now is the time to lead—when your people need you most. Be steady. Be brave. Be the calm in the storm. This is what you were made for. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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5:27

You Are Free

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/07

You are free. Not just politically—but personally, deeply, profoundly. This letter to my children is a reminder that the greatest gift we have is the freedom to choose a life that’s truly our own. Live boldly. Love deeply. Chase what sets your soul on fire. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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10:54

A Bold Vision to Reimagine Portland

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/05

Portland stands at a crossroads—and the path forward requires bold leadership and real solutions. I’ve outlined 7 principles to reimagine our city through growth, livability, and action. If you believe Portland is still worth fighting for, this plan is for you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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6:35

I Believe in You

The Justin M Lewis Podcast ·

2025/04/04

The world feels divided, cynical, and loud. But I still believe—in service, resilience, compassion, and quiet strength. Most of all, I believe in you.Here are 10 beliefs that guide me. Maybe they’ll speak to you too. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit justinmlewis.substack.com

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