Brandon Andres Green sits down with Forrest Lang for a conversation that does not tiptoe around trauma, survival, or redemption. This episode goes straight into the hard places: childhood abuse, foster care, homelessness, addiction, silence, shame, and the long road from simply staying alive to actually becoming free.

Forrest Lang, author of Angel Blue: A Song of Redemption, shares the moment he realized peace came with a responsibility to tell his story. We talk about what people misunderstand about trauma healing, why early experiences do not simply disappear because you want them to, and why forgiveness is not a shortcut you force yourself into before you are ready.

We also dig into one of the heaviest parts of his work: the silence surrounding male survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Forrest explains why so many men learn to stay guarded, numb, or violent instead of vulnerable, and why honest conversation can become part of the healing process.

This conversation also brings hope down to earth. Forrest talks about long-term sobriety, mentors, daily practices, fatherhood, self-care, service, and what it means to build a life one redeemed decision at a time. He also shares how listeners can get Angel Blue, including a free digital copy option for survivors who cannot afford it.

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What part of your story are you ready to stop letting shame narrate?

Brandon Andres Green with Ann Olson of Green Country Quilters Guild and Hearts and Hands.

A handmade quilt can carry comfort in a way few things can. In this episode, Ann shares how a local quilting guild turns fabric, time, and volunteer hands into real help for people across Tulsa. Hearts and Hands is the community service part of Green Country Quilters Guild, creating quilts for families, children, new parents, cancer patients, Habitat for Humanity Tulsa, Youth Services, Emergency Infant Services, Family & Children’s Services, and others who could use something warm and personal during a hard season.

Ann talks about learning to sew at age five, growing up around quilting, and eventually becoming chair of Hearts and Hands. She explains how the process works behind the scenes: some people piece quilt tops, some bind edges, some cut fabric, some square blocks, and longarm quilters stitch everything together.

We also talk about why quilting is not a dying art, how Green Country Quilters Guild has grown into a large and active community, and how Hearts and Hands has already made hundreds of quilts this year.

For anyone in Tulsa looking for a quilting guild, a meaningful volunteer project, or a place to donate fabric and sewing supplies, this is a simple look at how ordinary materials can become something useful, personal, and deeply appreciated.

Brandon Andres Green sits down with Trent Gardner, a special education interventionist who supports students with autism, ADHD, trauma-related needs, and other challenges. A child who screams, shuts down, or lashes out might not be “misbehaving” the way adults often assume. It may be communication from a nervous system that is overwhelmed, scared, or out of skills. Together, Brandon and Trent unpack what adults often miss and what actually helps kids move forward.

Trent shares how his own history as a trafficking survivor shaped his calling and why lived experience can deepen empathy without replacing professional tools. We dig into trauma-informed education, emotional disturbance myths, and the idea that behavior is communication. Instead of labeling kids as “brats,” we talk about how to identify the message underneath the behavior, then teach practical coping strategies, social communication, and self-regulation skills that work in real classrooms and real homes.

We also get honest about the pressure families carry. Trent explains why neurodivergent processing is not a parenting failure, why individualized support matters, and where communities can step up through resources, respite care, and positive role models. If you’re a parent, educator, or neighbor who wants to respond with more clarity and less judgment, this conversation offers a grounded starting point.

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Brandon Andres Green, host of Good Neighbor Podcast Tulsa, sits down with Youab Gill of Lionheart Global, the National Director for Pakistan, to discuss life inside brick kiln communities and why the system can operate as modern-day slavery.

A “quick loan” can sound like relief until it becomes a chain. Youab explains how medical emergencies and lack of access to fair banking push families into high-interest debt that can trap multiple generations. When survival depends on making thousands of bricks a day for a few dollars, even children can be pulled into labor instead of school.

We also dig into what faith-based humanitarian ministry looks like when it is done through local relationships. Youab shares how Lionheart Global serves vulnerable families, including widows and orphans, through consistent fellowship, home visits, Sunday school, education support, and meals that meet both physical and spiritual needs. He describes the slow work of building trust and why hope has to be more than words when people are living under constant pressure.

Along the way, Youab celebrates signs of renewal, including many new believers and baptisms, and he names what would help this work move forward: more partners, more supporters, and more people willing to pay attention to bonded labor in Pakistan.

If you care about child welfare, anti-slavery efforts, Christian missions, or faith-based work that stays close to the community, this conversation will stick with you.

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Brandon Andres Green, host of Good Neighbor Podcast Tulsa, sits down with Sam Mather of Sam Mather Hair in Tulsa to talk about curly hair, confidence, and what happens when a stylist actually understands texture.

If you have ever watched someone brush out your curls and thought, “Oh no,” you are not alone. Sam explains what makes curly hair different, why most curl advice does not translate perfectly from one person to the next, and how the right cut and routine can turn frizzball days into consistent definition, shape, and movement.

Sam shares his story of growing up around hair professionals, stepping into the family salon, and eventually making a bold choice: specialize. That decision led him into curly hair design, DevaCut training, and a full schedule of textured-hair clients who want someone who sees curls as three-dimensional sculpture, not straight-hair rules with extra steps.

We also get practical about curly hair care, including the four core product types for curls: cream, gel, oil, and mousse. Sam walks through how to choose what fits your texture and density, plus a realistic styling routine using wet application, a curl-forming brush, diffusing, and a simple finishing technique that boosts definition without creating frizz.

Along the way, we talk about the mindset behind getting better at your craft: repetition, photos, honest self-review, and asking, “What could I do better?” after every service. Sam also shares why mistakes do not have to wreck your confidence when they become part of the learning process.

If you are searching for a curly hair stylist in Tulsa, or you are a stylist wanting better curl results, this conversation will give you a clearer map.

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Brandon Andres Green, host of Good Neighbor Podcast Tulsa, sits down with Kristopher Wilson, founder of Wardriver Security, to talk about what real cybersecurity protection looks like after the purchase.

Most businesses do not get breached because they ignored cybersecurity. They get breached because they assumed their tools were “good enough” right out of the box. Kristopher explains why smart configuration, clear policies, and proof that the fixes actually work matter just as much as buying the right tools.

If you have ever thought, “We’re too small to be a target,” this conversation may change how you see the risk. Kristopher breaks down why attackers often prefer smaller organizations and how common threats like phishing, ransomware, and account takeovers can spread quickly when nobody is watching the basics.

We also get specific about who needs practical cybersecurity help right now. Kristopher shares why clinics, small businesses, and even streamers can be at risk, including the reality of swatting and account compromises. His company’s guiding idea is refreshingly simple: lead with integrity, stay transparent, avoid scare tactics, and do not trap clients in long contracts. Find the issues, fix them, and explain what changed so the owner understands their security posture moving forward.

Then we take a sharp turn into the future of security work. Kristopher explains the “WarDriver” concept, the wardriving roots behind the name, and the wild project that helped inspire it: integrating offensive security tools into a 2021 Honda Civic Type R head unit that runs Android.

We also talk about agentic AI in cybersecurity, including running multiple AI models in a Kali Linux environment to support penetration testing, vulnerability discovery, and reporting. Kristopher also shares what bug bounty hunting teaches about real-world risk and why security work has to keep evolving.

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What is one security assumption you need to challenge in your own business?

Brandon Andres Green, host of Good Neighbor Podcast Tulsa, sits down with Chris Beach from Tulsa Youth Works to talk about literacy, hunger, leadership, and why strong community support matters right now in North Tulsa.

When 58% of kids begin falling behind or dropping out starting in fourth grade, that is not a future problem. It is a right-now problem. Pair that with hunger, poverty stress, and limited transportation, and you begin to see why organizations like Tulsa Youth Works are so important.

Chris shares how Tulsa Youth Works invests in young people through year-round programming built around practical support, consistent relationships, and real leadership opportunities. Their model includes a 10-week summer camp, a 30-week after-school program, and school-break camps that make sure kids are fed, cared for, and surrounded by adults and mentors who show up.

We talk about how early reading challenges connect to long-term school outcomes, then go deeper into why leadership development cannot wait until graduation. These kids plan, serve, learn, and lead right now. They build responsibility, confidence, and a sense of purpose that changes how they see themselves and their neighborhood.

Health and nutrition are a major part of the conversation too, from daily exercise to learning how to cook and understand food choices in a way that helps prevent childhood obesity, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure.

Chris also shares what Tulsa Youth Works is preparing next: a mobile pizza and produce trolley designed to bring nutrition education, cooking help, and practical wellness support into some of Tulsa’s largest low-income apartment communities.

Along the way, we get into pizza, basketball, the ranch, regenerative farming, and the moments that prove kids are capable of far more than most adults assume.

If you care about youth mentoring, literacy, community health, and the future of Tulsa, this conversation will stick with you.

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Brandon Andres Green, host of Good Neighbor Podcast Tulsa, sits down with creator Alfred Arredondo to talk about YouTube, storytelling, the algorithm, and what it takes to build a channel around curiosity, true crime, investigations, the supernatural, and the stranger corners of the internet.

The moment you start creating online, you realize you are not just making art. You are also working with a machine. Alfred shares what it has felt like to grow from a childhood dream of creating videos into a focused, adult-oriented platform with a clear identity and audience.

We talk about how he found his niche after years of experimenting, why cold cases and documentary-style storytelling keep pulling him in, and what surprises most new creators when they try to grow. Alfred gets honest about the pressure of being “a slave to the algorithm,” how that changes content strategy, and why it still matters to create something now and then that feeds your own soul.

If you are interested in YouTube growth, audience building, and avoiding creator burnout, this conversation hits the realities without draining the excitement out of the work.

We also dig into the details that make a channel memorable: a recognizable on-camera presence, a visual style inspired by late 90s and early 2000s video game graphics, and music that taps into nostalgia. Alfred shares his long-term plans for podcasting and the themes he wants to handle carefully, including mental health and culture.

He also talks about the project that matters most to him right now: a multi-part documentary he has spent roughly two years bringing to the finish line.

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What is the one project you would want people to remember you for?

Brandon Andres Green, host of Good Neighbor Podcast Tulsa, sits down with Mark Andres from Lone Wolf Brokering to talk about vehicle transport, risk, and what people need to know before shipping a car.

Thinking about shipping a vehicle and assuming it is automatically safe? That belief can get expensive fast. Mark explains what really happens behind the scenes in vehicle transport brokering and why the most important part of the job is reducing risk before the truck ever arrives.

Mark shares how he got started about 10 years ago and how Lone Wolf Brokering handles everything from everyday domestic vehicle shipping to helping clients who export vehicles overseas.

Then we dig into the uncomfortable side of the auto transport industry: theft, fraud, and the reality that “insured” does not always mean the truck hauling your vehicle is actually covered. Mark explains his vetting process, including verifying a carrier’s certificate of insurance and confirming that the specific truck VIN is listed on the policy. It is a small detail that can make or break a claim if damage happens during transport.

We also talk about customer fit and business growth. Mark does not rely on traditional marketing or even a website. Instead, Lone Wolf Brokering has grown through referrals, trust, on-time pickup, on-time delivery, and careful handling.

You will also hear a lighter side of Mark’s story as he talks about life outside work, including grandkids, raising baby ducks, and dreaming of a barn full of miniature animals.

If you are searching for car shipping tips, auto transport insurance guidance, or how to choose a trustworthy vehicle transport broker, this conversation gives you practical questions to ask and red flags to watch for.

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Brandon Andres Green, host of Good Neighbor Podcast Tulsa, sits down with Micah and Brooklyn from Kairos Enterprise to talk about auto exporting, international vehicle shipping, and how a Tulsa-based company helps clients source high-demand vehicles from across the United States.

A brand-new truck usually loses value the second it leaves the lot, so how can a luxury vehicle exporter buy in the United States and resell for a profit overseas? In this conversation, Micah and Brooklyn explain how the export business really works and why the answer comes down to pricing strategy, logistics, trust, and relationships.

Kairos Enterprise operates at the crossroads of vehicle sourcing, international demand, and relationship-driven business. Their work involves finding the exact model, trim, and vehicle a buyer wants, coordinating across dealerships and markets, and helping move vehicles from the United States to clients around the world.

We talk through what happens behind the scenes, including dealership pressure, tight margins, changing market conditions, and why volume matters. Micah explains how even a disciplined operation can take occasional losses and what it takes to stay stable month after month.

Brooklyn shares how the business started as a side gig and grew into a long-term, work-from-home company that supports their family. She also gives a look into the practical side of building a business around flexibility, consistency, and trust.

We also get specific about customer acquisition for a niche international trade business. Rather than building a traditional local storefront brand, Kairos focuses on overseas buyers and connectors in places like Dubai and parts of Asia, using Instagram, online visibility, trade groups, and referrals earned through consistent delivery.

If you are curious about car exporting, luxury vehicle logistics, international auto sales, or what makes a trusted vehicle exporter, this conversation gives you a clearer picture of the real work behind the headlines.

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