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I Am Refocused Radio is a purpose-driven interview platform hosted by Shemaiah A. Reed. Through meaningful conversations with leaders, creatives, visionaries, and extraordinary everyday people who are shaping culture with intention, the show highlights stories rooted in faith, resilience, personal growth, and authentic real-life experience. What began in a San Antonio barbershop has grown into a global platform featuring over 1,600 interviews. Each episode invites listeners to slow down, think clearly, and reconnect with what truly matters—beyond trends, noise, and surface-level success. Built on the core belief that stories have the power to heal, unite, and awaken purpose, I Am Refocused Radio creates space for honest dialogue and thoughtful reflection that restores perspective, challenges thinking, and encourages perseverance. Whether you’re a creative searching for direction, a leader navigating responsibility, or someone moving through a season of transition, this podcast serves as a grounded reset—intentional, authentic, and deeply human.
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- 6 days ago25 min
Dr. Mark Sherwood on Longevity, Biohacking & Taking Back Your Health
What if getting older didn’t automatically mean getting weaker?On this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Dr. Mark Sherwood, known as The Real Longevity Doctor™ and Biohackologist™, for a direct conversation about longevity, strength, chronic disease, hormones, nutrition, sleep, and what it really takes to take ownership of your health.A former SWAT team leader turned naturopathic doctor, Dr. Sherwood brings a unique combination of discipline, clinical experience, and straight-to-the-point thinking to the conversation. He challenges the idea that declining health should simply be accepted as part of aging and encourages people to look deeper at the habits, systems, and choices shaping their long-term health.They discuss why so many people wait until something goes wrong before taking their health seriously, the growing conversation around biohacking, the importance of metabolic and hormonal health, and why longevity should be about more than simply adding years to your life.Dr. Sherwood also shares his perspective on building physical, mental, and spiritual resilience, creating sustainable change, and developing a body capable of supporting the mission and life you want to live.How much of the way we age is truly inevitable, and how much can we influence by the way we live today?Learn more about Dr. Mark Sherwood at DrMarkSherwood.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time.
- 6 days ago24 min
When Success Isn’t Enough: Karin Velicka on Stress, Nervous System Regulation & Real Change
What happens when you know exactly what needs to change, but still feel unable to change it?Karin Velicka joins I Am Refocused Radio for a powerful conversation about the hidden connection between stress, achievement, emotional resilience, and lasting transformation.Karin is a NeuroSomatic Breathwork™ Facilitator, certified life coach, author of Dear Me Letters, former national squash champion, and former finance professional at the European Central Bank. Her journey has taken her from elite competition and high-performance environments to a deeper understanding of the nervous system and what it really takes to create sustainable change.In this conversation, Karin explains why willpower and self-discipline are not always enough, how chronic stress can remain stored in the body, and why creating a sense of inner safety may be the missing piece for people who feel stuck despite being highly self-aware.She also explores nervous system regulation, closing unfinished stress cycles, perfectionism, authenticity, self-trust, career transitions, breathwork, and the challenge of pursuing success without losing yourself in the process.This conversation is for the high achiever who has accomplished a lot on the outside but is beginning to ask a deeper question:Can I continue growing without constantly fighting myself to get there?Learn more about Karin Velicka and her work in nervous system regulation, breathwork, emotional resilience, and personal transformation.https://www.velickakarin.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time.
- 1 weeks ago25 min
David L. Gillespie on Leadership, Service & Imagination
David L. Gillespie, Lt Col, USAF (Ret), has spent more than 35 years leading in military intelligence, public policy, executive program development, and national service. His career included deployments and service connected to six major operational conflicts and campaigns, including Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Afghanistan. Now, David is channeling a very different kind of mission into storytelling. He is the award-winning author of Floo Flocky Doo to the Rescue, a rhyming children’s picture book inspired by the imagination of his youngest daughter and built around adventure, color, kindness, and unforgettable characters. In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, David shares lessons from decades of leadership and service, the experiences that shaped his perspective, and why imagination remains powerful at every stage of life. We also explore his transition from military and executive leadership into children’s literature, the family inspiration behind Floo Flocky Doo, and what he hopes young readers and their families carry with them long after the final page. It’s a conversation about service, leadership, family, creativity, reinvention, and discovering that a new chapter can begin when you least expect it.https://www.flooflockydoo.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time.
- 1 weeks ago24 min
David Drebin on Art, Vision & Building an Iconic Brand
Internationally renowned multidisciplinary artist David Drebin joins I Am Refocused Radio for a powerful conversation about creativity, vision, persistence, and turning artistic talent into a recognizable global brand.A graduate of Parsons School of Design in New York City, Drebin began his career in commercial photography before carving out his own lane in contemporary fine art. His unmistakably cinematic work has expanded far beyond photography into Lightboxes, Neon Light Installations, Diamond Dust works, and other limited-edition pieces, with exhibitions and gallery representation around the world.In this conversation, David opens up about the journey behind the art, overcoming rejection, developing a signature creative identity, understanding the business side of being an artist, and why having talent is only the beginning.We explore what it takes to see differently, trust your vision, build value around your work, and keep creating before the world fully understands what you’re building.For artists, photographers, entrepreneurs, and anyone determined to turn creativity into a lasting career, this conversation is a reminder that recognition rarely comes first. The vision does.Learn more about David Drebin:https://daviddrebin.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time.
- 1 weeks ago26 min
Detroit Heroic: Dr. Olaf Kroneman on Medicine, Injustice & the Human Cost of Being Ignored
In this powerful conversation on I Am Refocused Radio, Dr. Olaf Kroneman joins Shemaiah Reed to discuss his novel Detroit Heroic, a story rooted in the turbulent world of 1967 Detroit and shaped by questions of medicine, race, gender, dignity, and justice. Dr. Kroneman remains in private medical practice in the Detroit area, a city whose resilience and character sit at the heart of his writing. The conversation explores how the novel confronts systemic inequities in healthcare, the treatment of women in medicine, the historical shadow of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study, and the experiences of patients whose symptoms and suffering may be dismissed or misunderstood. Dr. Kroneman also discusses Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, gender bias in healthcare, APOL1-associated kidney disease, and racial disparities in medicine, connecting history with questions the medical system is still wrestling with today. At the center of Detroit Heroic is a larger question: What happens when medicine loses sight of the human being in front of it? Through fiction, medical experience, and advocacy, Dr. Kroneman challenges readers to examine where healthcare has been, where inequities remain, and what a more compassionate future could look like.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time.
- 1 weeks ago26 min
Beyond Politics: Joe Elefante on How Democracies Form the Citizens They Need
What if the health of a democracy depends not only on its laws and institutions, but also on the kinds of people its culture helps form? In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Joe Elefante, writer, educator, musician, and author of An Endless Knot: How Democracies Form the Citizens They Need. Published in May 2026, the book examines democracy through the lens of human formation, asking how qualities such as attention, listening, compassion, reflection, cooperation, and mutual respect influence civic life. Rather than centering the conversation on political parties or election battles, Elefante explores a deeper question: How are citizens formed in the first place? Drawing from his experience in education and music, along with ideas from philosophy, religion, the arts, and contemplative traditions, Joe argues that democratic life is shaped by everyday habits and relationships as much as by formal institutions. His work considers how people learn to listen across differences, cooperate with others, examine their own assumptions, and participate responsibly in a shared society. The conversation also explores the role of music and arts education, and why practicing attention, interpretation, collaboration, and empathy can have implications far beyond the classroom or rehearsal room. Elefante’s broader argument is that individuals shape systems while systems simultaneously shape individuals, creating the “endless knot” at the center of the book. This is a thoughtful conversation about education, character, community, citizenship, music, reflection, and what it takes to live together despite our differences. Topics include: democracy and citizenship, education, human formation, listening, compassion, critical thinking, music and the arts, philosophy, civic responsibility, community, reflection, and respectful disagreement. https://jelefante.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time.
- 1 weeks ago27 min
Breaking Stereotypes About Christianity in Türkiye | John Cerniglia of SAT-7 USA
What does Christianity actually look like in Türkiye, and how can authentic stories challenge generations of misunderstanding? In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with John Cerniglia, President of SAT-7 USA, to discuss faith, media, Christian identity in the Middle East and North Africa, and how SAT-7 is using television and digital platforms to reach people in places where traditional ministry can be difficult. John brings 32 years of global missions leadership across 45 countries to his role at SAT-7 USA. His experience spans Christian missions, humanitarian aid, children’s welfare, philanthropy, and international ministry development. A major part of the conversation explores Türkiye, where Christians represent a small minority and can face misunderstanding, isolation, and stereotypes. SAT-7 TÜRK’s program Believe if You Can takes a different approach by combining candid interviews, music, humor, personal testimony, and conversations about everyday life to present Christian faith in a relatable way. Rather than presenting faith as something distant from everyday life, the program introduces viewers to Turkish Christians working as educators, musicians, scientists, journalists, pastors, technology professionals, and more. Its goal is to create understanding by allowing people to encounter Christians through their real experiences and stories. John also shares the larger mission behind SAT-7, which uses satellite television and digital media to provide Christian programming across the Middle East and North Africa. SAT-7 currently produces programming in Arabic, Persian, and Turkish and uses media to provide biblical teaching, encouragement, discipleship, and community to viewers throughout the region. The impact is reaching beyond television. SAT-7 reports that episodes of the Turkish program have generated hundreds of thousands of online views, creating conversations among people curious about Christianity and the lives of Turkish believers. This conversation is about faith beyond stereotypes, the power of authentic storytelling, Christians living as minorities, and how modern media can create connection where physical barriers remain. Topics include: Christianity in Türkiye, SAT-7 USA, Christian media, global missions, religious stereotypes, Turkish Christians, digital ministry, satellite television, faith and culture, discipleship, storytelling, and the Middle East and North Africa. https://www.sat7usa.org/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time.
- 1 weeks ago31 min
Doug Johnston on the 272 Emotional States That Shape Our Lives
What if our emotions are doing far more than simply making us feel happy, angry, afraid, or sad?In this episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Shemaiah Reed sits down with Doug Johnston, author of Choosing Emotions: Thinking with Your Head and Acting with Your Heart, for a fascinating conversation about emotional literacy, human behavior, and the hidden emotional sfile:///Users/shemaiahreed/Music/doug%20headshot.jpgtates that influence how we think, communicate, work, lead, and live.Drawing from more than 3,000 years of recorded thought, Johnston’s research examines 272 emotional states across psychology, philosophy, science, linguistics, art, spirituality, and more than 30 faith and philosophical traditions.Johnston explains why our traditional vocabulary around emotion may be far too limited and explores several major ideas from the book, including emotions as an internal “Operating System,” the “Gears of Life” that translate feelings into behavior, and a kind of emotional “Rosetta Stone” that can help bridge cultures, disciplines, and human experiences.The conversation also explores why emotions such as admiration, confidence, procrastination, and zeal deserve closer examination, how language shapes our understanding of what we feel, and whether becoming more emotionally literate can help us make better choices instead of simply reacting.Choosing Emotions has ranked among Amazon’s Top 10 titles in categories including Positive Psychology, Emotions & Mental Health, and Adult & Continuing Education.If you have ever wondered why you feel what you feel, how emotions influence your decisions, or whether we can become more intentional about the emotional states guiding our lives, this conversation opens a much bigger door.Topics include: emotional intelligence, emotional literacy, psychology, human behavior, decision-making, philosophy, mental health, leadership, communication, self-awareness, and the science of emotion.https://choosingemotions.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time.
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About I Am Refocused Radio
I Am Refocused Radio is a purpose-driven interview platform hosted by Shemaiah A. Reed. Through meaningful conversations with leaders, creatives, visionaries, and extraordinary everyday people who are shaping culture with intention, the show highlights stories rooted in faith, resilience, personal growth, and authentic real-life experience. What began in a San Antonio barbershop has grown into a global platform featuring over 1,600 interviews. Each episode invites listeners to slow down, think clearly, and reconnect with what truly matters—beyond trends, noise, and surface-level success. Built on the core belief that stories have the power to heal, unite, and awaken purpose, I Am Refocused Radio creates space for honest dialogue and thoughtful reflection that restores perspective, challenges thinking, and encourages perseverance. Whether you’re a creative searching for direction, a leader navigating responsibility, or someone moving through a season of transition, this podcast serves as a grounded reset—intentional, authentic, and deeply human.
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