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I Am Refocused Radio

I Am Refocused Radio

I Am Refocused Radio is a purpose-driven interview platform hosted by Shemaiah A. Reed, featuring meaningful conversations with leaders, creatives, visionaries, and extraordinary everyday people who are shaping culture with intention. What began in a San Antonio barbershop has grown into a global platform with over 1,000 interviews, highlighting stories rooted in faith, resilience, personal growth, and real-life experience.Each episode is designed to help listeners slow down, think clearly, and

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9:08

Michael Jai White, star of the new thriller Oscar...

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2026/02/25

MICHAEL JAI WHITE BIOA highly trained martial artist and actor, Michael Jai White has broken barriers as a Hollywood star and international box office sensation. With his dynamic personality, agile abilities and a physique of a bodybuilder, Michael has earned respect for his versatile talents both on and off screen.Born November 10th in Brooklyn, New York, it was after watching the movie Five Fingers of Death, Michael's interest in the martial arts began. At the tender age seven, Michael started

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27:39

The Making of a Leader: From Self-Belief to...

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2026/02/23

In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Amy Weber, a seasoned sales leader, entrepreneur, and founder of Vetta Insights. From blue-collar beginnings as the youngest of five, to leading high-performing teams across global tech and healthcare, Amy’s story is a masterclass in vision, discipline, and building your life with intention.Amy breaks down how early leadership influence, relentless learning, and the right mentors shaped her confidence and career trajectory. She

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38:27

Onboarding, Accountability, and Culture by Design |...

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2026/02/23

In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Kelly Price, Founder of Thrive HR, for a real-world conversation about what HR looks like when it’s done right, not just “paperwork and payroll.”Kelly shares her journey from Marriott International to becoming a VP of HR, and what she learned early that still drives her leadership today: people don’t want excuses, they want solutions, and they want to feel heard.This episode gets into the stuff most employees never see, like the

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24:29

The Courage to Tell the Full Story: Writing Fox Creek...

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2026/02/23

Award-winning author, humanitarian, and Orphans Africa founder M.E. Torrey joins I Am Refocused Radio to share the powerful journey behind her novel Fox Creek—a deeply researched and emotionally transformative work that brings to light the lived experiences of enslaved people in America and the untold intersections of history.What began as a completely different book idea turned into a 30-year calling after visiting plantations in Louisiana and confronting the disconnect between the glorified

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11:34

Cinque Lee, brother of Spike Lee and director of...

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2026/02/20

CINQUE LEE BIOCinque Lee is an American actor and filmmaker. He is the younger brother of filmmaker Spike Lee. Lee has worked in a number of different positions in his older brother's films, as a camera operator, video archivist, and most notably as a co-screenwriter in Crooklyn (1994). He also had small roles in School Daze (1988) and Oldboy (2013). As an actor, he appeared in the Jim Jarmusch-directed films Mystery Train (1989) and Coffee and Cigarettes (2003), and a number of other independent

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27:24

Mail-Order Abortion Pills: Coercion, Complications,...

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2026/02/16

In this timely episode of I Am Refocused Radio, host Shamiah Reed sits down with Sue Liebel, Director of State Affairs for Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, to unpack the escalating controversies surrounding mail-order abortion pills like mifepristone. They discuss the high complication rates (including 1 in 25 women requiring emergency room care per FDA labels), the rise of coercion cases—highlighted by Rosalie Markezich's (referred to as Rosalie Marquette in discussion) traumatic experience where

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28:57

David Homan on Orchestrating Purposeful Networks,...

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2026/02/15

In this inspiring conversation on Refocused Network, Shemaiah Reed sits down with David Homan — founder and CEO of Orchestrated Connecting, co-author of the bestselling book Orchestrating Connection: How to Build Purposeful Community in a Tribal World, and creator of SOAR CONNECT, a startup revolutionizing how we build and manage meaningful relationships.Starting from a middle-class background, David built an insanely connected global network of nearly 2,000 "superconnectors" — spanning

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34:51

Zolal Habibi on Iran's Women's Revolution, Human...

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2026/02/15

In this powerful and deeply moving interview on Refocused Network, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Zolal Habibi — a fearless Iranian-American human rights activist with over 25 years of dedicated work amplifying the voiceless inside Iran.Zolal's story begins with profound personal loss: at a young age, she witnessed the regime murder her father, a respected writer and political dissident, during the horrific 1988 massacre of political prisoners. That tragedy ignited an unshakeable commitment — choosing

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26:01

210 United Basketball with Coaches William Collins...

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2026/02/15

Title: Building the Whole Athlete: 210 United Basketball with Coaches William Collins and Alexis WilliamsDescription: In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, host Shemaiah Reed sits down with Coach William Collins (Head Coach of 210 United Basketball) and Coach Alexis Williams (Head Coach of the Women’s Varsity team) to discuss their transformative approach to youth sports in San Antonio. Moving beyond just drills and jump shots, the 210 United program focuses on "building the whole athlete"—mind,

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31:40

Why Your Nervous System Is Your Most Important...

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2026/02/14

Love isn’t just about who you’re with—it starts with how well you’re connected to yourself. 💘 In this powerful returning episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Dr. Sherry McAllister to break down a game-changing perspective: your nervous system is the foundation for your health, your energy, your focus, your intimacy, and your purpose.Dropping just in time for Valentine’s Day, this conversation moves beyond surface-level self-care and into real regulation, daily habits,

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42:38

Presence, Psychology & Why Leaders Get Ghosted (Jake...

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2026/02/08

Most leaders don’t lose the room because of what they say—they lose it before they ever speak. In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, returning guest Jake Stahl, creator of Neural Strategy and author of Own the Room, breaks down the hidden psychology behind presence, influence, and first impressions—and why decisions about you are often made in the first 2–10 seconds. We explore how body language, energy, and emotional signals shape outcomes in leadership, sales, pitching, and everyday

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33:20

Holding It Together, Falling Apart: Quiet Depletion...

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2026/02/08

In this conversation with Pam Dwyer, we name something a lot of high-functioning people live with but rarely talk about: Quiet Depletion.It’s that slow drain beneath the surface when you look like you’re doing “great” to everyone else, but inside you’re running on fumes, especially if you’re a leader, caregiver, or creative carrying a lot of weight.We also unpack Delay the Binge, Pam’s idea of building a pause before the reaction, the coping pattern, or the burnout. Not pressure. Not shame. Just

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28:06

AI Isn’t the Problem… Generic Is | Wes Towers on...

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2026/02/01

In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, I’m joined by Wes Towers all the way from Australia, and he’s up early for this one, so yeah… MVP status ✅🏀 Wes is the founder behind Uplift 360, a digital agency serving the trades and construction industry through websites and SEO, and we dig into what it’s really like staying relevant in a world where AI is moving faster than people can update their passwords. We talk about:The real lessons entrepreneurship teaches you (especially the ones you learn the

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28:45

Dr. Joe Lex: All Bones Considered | Laurel Hill...

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2026/02/01

In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, I sit down with Dr. Joe Lex, a retired emergency medicine physician and historian who’s turning overlooked lives into unforgettable stories. Dr. Lex joins us to talk about his book All Bones Considered and his podcast work centered around Laurel Hill Cemetery, where history isn’t just dates and names, it’s real people with real impact. We get into:Why “unknown” people often have the wildest, most inspiring storiesThe Marion Stokes story (700,000+ hours of

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25:31

Too Soon to Quit: The Marine Corps Mindset Through 73...

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2026/02/01

Multiple deaths and near-death experiences. 73 surgeries. Paralysis. And somehow, he’s still standing on faith, hope, and prayer. In this episode, we break down how discipline, responsibility, and community shaped the mindset that helped him survive what most people couldn’t imagine. The Marine Corps gave structure, pain built resilience, and setbacks forged a determination that refuses to fold.https://neverquittrying.com/About Jay SetchellDon't ask why. Ask why not. My mindset says you always have

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8:22

Nia Sioux, talks about her New York Times Best Seller...

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2026/01/20

ABOUT BOTTOM OF THE PYRAMIDYoung dancer Nia Sioux was only nine years old when she stepped into stardom as one of the original cast members of Lifetime's reality TV show Dance Moms. Nia learned new choreography week after week and competed against dancers from across the country as well as at her own studio. Perhaps her greatest obstacle was suffering through her dance teacher's ranking of the girls against each other in her infamous pyramid, where Nia spent the majority of her time on the

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29:23

Sam Wegner on Carrying the Weight of the Wait

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2026/01/18

Sam Wegner, pastor, chaplain, longtime ministry leader, and author of The Weight of the Wait, joins us to talk about the hard seasons we never asked for and the hope that sustains us anyway. After navigating years of anticipatory grief alongside his wife’s battle with cancer, Sam learned that waiting isn’t just something we endure — it’s a place where faith is forged, resilience grows, and unexpected purpose emerges. In this conversation, he unwraps how to hold hope in uncertainty, find peace amid

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32:01

Elizabeth Webb on Reclaiming Your Magic

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2026/01/18

Elizabeth Webb, The Practical Priestess™ and best-selling author of Made for Magic: A Practical Guide from Survival Mode to Soul-Satisfying Joy, joins us to dismantle burnout, ditch people-pleasing, and step fully into a life that feels rich, real, and joy-filled. With two decades of coaching executives, creatives, and leaders, Elizabeth blends positive psychology, intuition, and no-nonsense tools that help you set boundaries that stick, trust yourself again, and uncover the magic you were always

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10:51

The Battle for the Hyde Amendment: Why the GOP Can't...

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2026/01/15

In this segment, Kelsey Pritchard, Communications Director for Susan B. Anthony (SBA) Pro-Life America, joins the show to discuss the growing tension between the pro-life movement and Republican leadership. Following recent comments from President Donald Trump suggesting that the party should remain "flexible" on abortion policy, Pritchard outlines why the Hyde Amendment—a long-standing legislative provision that prevents federal taxpayer dollars from funding elective abortions—is a non-negotiable

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9:43

Pro Football Hall of Fame member Champ Bailey,...

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2026/01/15

CHAMP BAILEY BIORoland "Champ" Bailey, Jr. is the Founder of Bailey Companies & Investments, Inc. While best known as a Pro Football Hall of Famer and one of the greatest cornerbacks to ever play football, Champ now spends his time as a founder, investor, speaker and endorser of companies. During his playing days for the University of Georgia, Washington Redskins, and Denver Broncos, Champ built a stellar reputation as a diligent and detailed leader who modeled high-performance. He continues to

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