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Episode Overview: In this episode of Eagle Freedom Presents, we dive into the hidden emotional struggles of high-achieving youth. Dr. Carla Caturia shares her personal journey of being a 14-year-old "dream student" who lacked the emotional tools to manage the anxiety of trying to hold it all together. After realizing she was living a facade just to get approval, she ultimately transitioned away from her career as a school assistant principal to become an elite peak performance coach. Today, she helps tweens, teens, and their families break free from the "success without self-cycle"—a dangerous pattern where a child's external achievements grow while their emotional resilience and self-worth quietly fall behind.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
If your family is trapped in a busy cycle of constant achievement and hidden stress, this conversation provides the tactical steps needed to find balance.
Connect with Dr. Carla Caturia: Follow her for more resources on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube by searching for "Dr. Carla Caturia".
Remember to like, share, and comment on this episode. Together, we can rise, inspire, and overcome!
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On October 31, 1985, seventeen-year-old Susan Snow’s life changed forever. Instead of attending a high school Halloween party, she was rushed to an elementary school after receiving a call that her father, an LAPD detective, had been assassinated in a targeted drive-by shooting. During the attack, he heroically saved her six-year-old brother's life by telling him to duck down inside his truck. This tragedy marked the first assassination of an officer in the history of the LAPD.
For 14 years, Susan successfully masked her severe PTSD, surviving in a constant state of fight, flight, freeze, and fawn. It wasn't until the live television coverage of the 1999 Columbine High School shootings triggered massive flashbacks that she finally confronted her hidden trauma and sought help from a trauma-informed therapist.
Today, Susan is an advocate, speaker, coach, and the award-winning author of The Other Side of the Gun: My Journey from Trauma to Resiliency. She joins Eagle Freedom Presents to share her profound story of radical resilience, offering practical cognitive tools like breathwork for nervous system regulation. Susan also shares a crucial message for law enforcement and first responders: seeking help for your mental health is never a weakness—it is exactly how you take your power back.
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Many people build a life that looks perfectly fine on the outside, but their soul is calling for something much deeper. In this episode of Eagle Freedom Presents, we dive into a true narrative of profound personal transformation. We are joined by Laura Hoorweg, a spiritual counselor, intuitive coach, psychic medium, and the founder of Spirit Speaks to Me.
Laura doesn't teach from theory; she guides from the ground she has walked. She shares her incredible journey that started with a difficult breech birth and led to a profound out-of-body experience at age 15 while rock climbing in the Canadian wilderness. Laura opens up about walking away from a 30-year career in the advertising and newspaper business just before the sudden loss of her life partner. This devastating period catapulted her into a deep, global healing journey, from spending six weeks with healers in Brazil to a three-week intensive Ayahuasca retreat in the Peruvian jungle.
As if those trials weren't enough, Laura details surviving a severe, early case of COVID-19 that ultimately led to an unexpected open-heart surgery. Through it all, she has maintained a powerful sense of humor and a deep understanding of what it means to truly heal.
In this episode, we explore:
Tune in for an honest, grounded conversation about navigating life's darkest moments, learning how to stop taking ourselves so seriously, and embodying the spirit of Rise, Inspire, Overcome.
Connect with Laura Hoorweg: To learn more about Laura's intuitive coaching and spiritual counseling, visit her website at www.spiritspeaks2.me or email her directly at [email protected].
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Welcome to another episode of Eagle Freedom Presents. In this deeply powerful and transparent conversation, Deston sits down with Kevin "KAYR" Robinson, a man who truly embodies the RIO movement—choosing to Rise, Inspire, and Overcome against all odds.
Growing up in the deep poverty of West Philadelphia, KAYR experienced a level of instability most of us cannot fathom. By the time he reached adulthood, he had moved more than 18 times. He vividly remembers living in a single studio apartment with a hot plate, no stove, a bathroom sheet instead of a door, and 15 people competing for space alongside rats and roaches. Rather than letting his circumstances define his ceiling, KAYR made a conscious decision in the eighth grade to rewrite his story. He chose to take the "perfect from the imperfect" by learning from his stepfather's visions while avoiding his mistakes.
In this episode, KAYR breaks down exactly how he shifted his life from pure survival to structured stability. He explains his foundational philosophy of the "Three Ds"—Desire, Discipline, and Determination. This mindset carried him from being at the bottom of his class to graduating first, earning a presidential scholarship to Bowdoin College, and eventually securing an MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth. He achieved this while navigating profound personal tragedies, including his brother going to prison and the devastating loss of several family members.
But KAYR didn't stop at academic and corporate success on Wall Street. He took the grit forged in his youth and applied it to real estate, scaling his portfolio from a single rental unit in 2009 to over 160 units today. He achieved this incredible growth by leveraging the "Three Cs"—Intellectual, Social, and Financial Capital—and the "Three Rs"—Track Record, Relationships, and Reputation.
More importantly, KAYR shares his brilliant and generous approach to wealth building. He challenges the traditional "North to South" concept of generational wealth, advocating instead for "East to West" transformational wealth. This means creating immediate opportunities, jobs, and equity for family and community members today, rather than making them wait decades for an inheritance. As KAYR proudly states, he isn't self-made; he is "community made".
Throughout the conversation, we explore the principles outlined in his incredible memoir, Can't Break Me. KAYR shares invaluable, actionable advice for entrepreneurs and high-performers, including how to build your own personal "board of directors," why vulnerability is a superpower, and the daily importance of beating three people: yourself, the referee, and your opponent.
If you are looking for practical, hard-earned wisdom on how to turn obstacles into a blueprint for lasting execution, this episode is going to change the way you look at your life and business.
In this episode, we cover:
Connect with KAYR Robinson:
Remember, no matter what you are facing, you can choose to make a change. Keep choosing to Rise, Inspire, and Overcome.
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Men, are you stuck with the enigma of having to always be tough and show no emotion? In this powerful episode of Eagle Freedom Presents, host Deston Rogers sits down with Jared Luke, a successful gym owner in Idaho who is breaking down the toxic generational philosophies of masculinity that keep so many men trapped in silence.
Jared opens up about his profound personal journey, which began in childhood when he adopted the role of the family "peacekeeper" amidst household chaos and financial struggles. This habit of suppressing his own needs carried over into adulthood, ultimately contributing to self-sabotage, failed marriages, and the profound trauma of betrayal.
Jared bravely shares the harrowing experience of his second divorce, which culminated in the shocking discovery of infidelity via an anonymous Instagram message and the dark web.
But Jared's story is ultimately one of elevation and resilience. He details the exact steps he took to rewire his mind and reclaim his life through extensive therapy, powerful mirror work, and daily affirmations. Today, Jared is using his experiences to help other men break through their mental barriers by launching his own podcast, The Inside Approach, Helping Men Evolve Naturally.
In this episode, you will learn:
Join the #RIOmovement and let us know in the comments: what is the biggest challenge you are struggling with right now? Remember, no matter the obstacle, you too can Rise, Inspire, and Overcome!
Connect with Jared Luke:
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Welcome to Eagle Freedom Presents with your host, Deston Rogers. In this episode, we fully embrace the #RIOmovement—Rise, Inspire, Overcome. Guided by our core principle of elevation, not confrontation, we explore a profound journey of radical resilience.
Today's guest, Andrew Drasen, didn't develop his life-changing framework in a boardroom or a clinic; he built it in a jail dayroom. After a 13-year battle consumed by heroin addiction , which led to multiple overdoses and two prison sentences, Andrew found a powerful turning point. He wrote the final chapter of his memoir, A Vision of Hope, just minutes before walking out of prison.
However, his journey was tested again following the heartbreaking death of his fiancée, Caroline. Rather than succumbing to unresolved grief, her passing inspired Andrew to build upon his memoir and create a comprehensive curriculum. Andrew developed a powerful trilogy: his memoir, A Vision of Hope; Reflections, which distills lessons on 29 different topics ; and a self-identifying Workbook designed for practical applications in healing and growth.
In this episode, Andrew shares his incredible story of overcoming anguish, navigating transformation, and pushing for changes in the criminal justice system.
Key Takeaways from this Episode:
To learn more about Andrew Drasen and find links to his books, visit avisionofhopebook.com.
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Have you ever felt paralyzed by the circumstances in your life? Whether it is a career setback, a health crisis, or a seemingly insurmountable personal obstacle, it is easy to feel like throwing in the towel. But what if the very things that break you down are exactly what you need to build an unbreakable spirit?
Welcome back to Eagle Freedom Presents. Today, we are bringing you an episode that embodies the absolute core of the Rise, Inspire, and Overcome movement. My guest is Jay Setchell, a 76-year-old United States Marine Corps veteran whose life story reads like an unbelievable Hollywood script. Jay has survived multiple near-death experiences , endured over 70 surgeries—including 15 back surgeries —and currently navigates life from a power wheelchair. Yet, instead of quietly retiring, he has built multiple eight-figure companies and is actively raising eight-year-old twin grandchildren alongside his wife.
In this deeply moving and raw conversation, Jay and I sit down to unpack what it takes to forge true grit. We trace his resilience back to his childhood on a working farm in Northern Illinois, where he learned the profound responsibility of the seasons and the ultimate life lesson: "If it is to be, it is up to me". That relentless work ethic seamlessly transitioned into his service in the Marine Corps, preparing him for battles he never saw coming.
Jay shares the harrowing details of the accidents that altered the trajectory of his life forever. From a devastating 1969 car crash where he was trapped in a burning vehicle and clinically died on the operating table , to being hit head-on by a drunk driver just four years later. He also opens up about the fateful Fourth of July in 1981 when a jump into a swimming pool resulted in a broken neck and a drowning experience that sent him into a terrifying vortex before being pulled back to life.
But this episode isn't just a survival story; it is a masterclass in mindset, leadership, and extreme ownership. Despite facing paralysis, chronic spinal pain, a battle with MRSA that carried a 20% survival rate, and a five-month fight against COVID-19, Jay continuously chose to rise. We dive into how he translated his survival instincts into becoming a highly successful corporate problem-solver and serial entrepreneur, taking projects from zero to massive international success.
In this episode, you will discover:
Jay’s defining motto is simple but life-changing: "It's always too soon to quit". If you are ready to stop kicking the can down the road and start facing your obstacles with the courage of a Marine, hit play right now.
Connect with Jay Setchell: To learn more about Jay's incredible journey, pick up a copy of his highly anticipated book, The Strength Within You. Visit his official website at: neverquittrying.com
Thank you for tuning in to Eagle Freedom Presents. If this episode shifted your perspective, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear that it is never too late to pull themselves back up.
This episode contains a raw and deeply emotional conversation that includes discussion of abuse and sexual assault. While Wendy's story is ultimately one of incredible triumph and freedom, the details may be sensitive for some viewers. Please take care while listening.
Welcome to Eagle Freedom Presents. In this powerful episode, host Deston is joined by Wendy Lynn Myers, a 360-degree health and trauma coach. At 44 years old, Wendy embarked on a journey to take back her life after enduring decades of psychological, emotional, physical, and religious abuse. She opens up about navigating a 30-year marriage with an asexual man with Asperger's, overcoming the deep self-doubt instilled by her family, and facing corrupt judges as a natural competitor in the bodybuilding world.
Turning Pain into Purpose
After surviving a sexual assault at the age of 46, Wendy made a life-altering decision. Instead of spending $25,000 on a coach to heal herself, she invested it into earning certifications so she could help others. She realized that the missing link in the wellness industry was nervous system health.
Phoenix Rising Fitness
Wendy explains how unresolved trauma physically manifests in the body and why our nervous systems get stuck in a state of distress and "fight or flight" mode. Through her business, Phoenix Rising Fitness, she offers a transformative wellness program focusing on four critical pillars: mental health, spiritual health, physical health, and nervous system health. By teaching her clients how to respond to life instead of reacting, Wendy provides the tools needed to achieve authentic freedom.
Connect with Wendy Lynn Myers
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What happens when the end of your life becomes the ultimate beginning?
Today, we dive into the extraordinary and deeply moving story of Jacqueline Zralka, a Reiki Master Teacher and intuitive healer whose life was forever changed by a harrowing near-death experience.
What began as a sudden, severe illness just before Memorial Day quickly escalated into a critical fight for survival. As a simple infection entered her bloodstream and her kidneys began to fail, Jacqueline experienced something far beyond the physical realm. She separated from her suffering body, guided by a soft voice into a vibrant, golden field surrounded by beings of light.
In this breathtaking realm, all pain vanished. Jacqueline encountered Jesus, experiencing a profound sense of warmth, safety, and a father’s overwhelming love. Presented with the ultimate choice—to stay in this heavenly peace or return to the struggles of life for her husband and two young daughters—Jacqueline made a decision that highlights the incredible power of family and connection.
Armed with divine guidance, she returned to her hospital bed with specific, life-saving instructions for her doctors: a request for potassium and Lasix that completely baffled the medical staff and catalyzed a miraculous, rapid recovery.
Key Takeaways from This Episode:
About Our Guest:
Jacqueline Zralka is a Reiki Master Teacher and an intuitive channel of healing. Her near-death experience is not just a personal story of survival; it’s a profound lesson in love, resilience, and the interconnectedness of life. Her journey serves as a beacon of hope for anyone finding themselves at a crossroads or facing severe adversity.
Jacqueline is also a contributing author of the Best-Selling book "Miracles Are Normal" available on Amazon.
Tune in to hear an unforgettable story that will challenge your perspective on existence, purpose, and the beautiful reality of life, healing, and the afterlife.
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At 17 years old, my guest today was tortured, shot, and left to bleed out in the war-torn jungles of Northeast India. When he finally opened his eyes, he didn't choose revenge. He chose purpose.
Welcome back to Eagle Freedom Presents. In this powerful episode, I sit down with a man I am deeply honored to call a friend—Master Cosmo Zimik, a 6th-degree black belt and the visionary founder of Empty Hand Combat in Idaho.
Cosmo's journey didn't begin in a traditional dojo; it started in a literal war zone. Raised in survival poverty and surrounded by militant violence, he fought daily just to stay alive. But after a brutal near-death experience and a profound spiritual awakening, Cosmo realized his life had been spared for a much bigger reason. He eventually made his way to the States, cashed out his entire retirement savings, and built a sanctuary for our community's most vulnerable.
Today, Master Cosmo takes angry, at-risk youth—including active gang members—and teaches them lethal martial arts so they learn not to use them. He is redefining what it means to be a true warrior by instilling humility, discipline, and hope into kids who felt completely forgotten by society. Having walked the mats at his dojo, looked his students in the eye, and stood alongside him at a recent fundraiser, I can tell you firsthand: the absolute respect he commands and the life-saving transformations happening in that room are undeniable.
In this episode, we dive into:
Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and moved to action.
📚 Resources & Links:
🗣️ Join the Conversation: At the end of the show, Cosmo shares his powerful definition of freedom. What does freedom mean to YOU in just one word? Connect with us on social media and let us know!
If this episode resonates with you, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with someone who needs a reminder that our deepest traumas can be repurposed into our greatest missions.
Remember, no matter what you are going through, you too can Rise, Inspire, and Overcome. God bless!
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From the publisher's feed
Are you ready to drop the weight of your past and finally soar?
Every single one…
We see the struggles you hide behind a facade of normalcy. You are not alone—and over the last seven months, a growing community spanning nearly 30 countries has gathered here to prove it.
The #RIOmovement: Rise, Inspire, Overcome
This isn't just a podcast; it’s a living, breathing movement. Every episode brings our powerful mantra to life. We don't just talk about resilience; we showcase it. We sit down with an incredible array of guests—from everyday change-makers to renowned business leaders, consultants, and authors—to bring you raw, unfiltered stories of personal triumph.
By listening to these authentic accounts, you’ll discover practical wisdom and the courage to shed the burdens holding you back. We believe that when one person shares their truth, it empowers countless others, creating a domino effect of positive transformation.
Meet Your Host: Deston Rogers
A US Navy veteran and radio broadcasting professional with a remarkable 40-year career, Deston understands the transformative power of a story because he has lived the hardest of them. He has faced unimaginable personal adversity, including the devastating loss of two sons and their mother, crippling financial difficulties, and the isolating battle of loneliness.
But these tragedies didn't break him; they forged an unyielding passion to serve. Today, Deston is an international best-selling author and a survivor on a mission to help you find strength through personal development, positive relationships, and deep-seated faith.
The Way of the Eagle
Our name draws power from the majestic eagle. When an eagle is attacked by crows, it doesn't fight back—it simply flies to a higher altitude where the crows cannot breathe. We believe the true way to overcome life's adversities is through elevation, not confrontation. This podcast is the wind beneath your wings, providing the panoramic perspective you need to soar above the noise, chaos, and chains of your past.
Your Invitation to True Freedom If you are yearning for hope and longing to feel alive and worthy of a better life, you belong here. Your past does not define your future. You can break free, discover true freedom, and start living the life you were meant to live.
Hit play, elevate your spirit, and let’s rise together. Welcome to the #RIOmovement.