What happens when stories from behind the prison walls become catalysts for healing, justice, and generational change?In this powerful episode of Heal It, host Ken D Foster sits down with certified mediator, activist, and author Oswald Newbold to discuss his groundbreaking new book, Breaking Chains, Building Futures. This transformative collection of first-hand accounts—featuring voices like Oswald Newbold, William Freeman, and Desiree Riley—reveals the emotional and spiritual toll of incarceration, the barriers of reentry, and the extraordinary resilience of those striving to rebuild their lives.Oswald also shares his own journey, from mediating prisoner conflicts inside correctional facilities to developing youth conflict resolution programs that empower young people to address bullying, harassment, and gang violence without resorting to harm. His work shines a light on the systemic challenges justice-impacted individuals face—and offers practical, compassionate solutions rooted in mediation, mentorship, and advocacy.This episode is a call to courage, compassion, and reform. It invites us to understand incarceration not just through statistics, but through lived experience, humanity, and hope.Guest Bio — Oswald NewboldOswald Newbold is a certified mediator and conflict resolution specialist, trained by the National Institute of Mediation Inc. and the Community Mediation Network. His mediation career began in 2008 through a Florida Supreme Court–approved program, where he mediated prisoner disputes to reduce violence and tension—an experience that ignited his passion for helping individuals navigate conflict. Over the years, Oswald has successfully mediated disputes in organizations, communities, workplaces, and housing, maintaining an exceptional 90% success rate.Today, Oswald is launching a youth and young adult conflict resolution program that trains young people as certified mediators, equipping them to address bullying, harassment, and gang-related issues with confidence and leadership. His mission is to empower the next generation to create systemic change, resolve conflict peacefully, and advocate for justice with courage and clarity.Website: oswaldnewbold.com___________________________Find more about Ken D Foster and his shows:YouTube: youtube.com/@thecouragenetworkE360tv: https://e360tv.com/networks/tv-shows/courage-networkDiscovered TV: https://discovered.tv/VoicesofCourageLinktree: https://linktr.ee/KendfosterVoices of Courage: voicesofcourage.usKen D Foster: kendfoster.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more transformational insights! 🔥#HealIt #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #TheCourageNetwork #OswaldNewbold #BreakingChainsBuildingFutures #PrisonReform #JusticeReform #ConflictResolution #Mediation #RestorativeJustice #ReentryPrograms #YouthEmpowerment #CriminalJusticeReform #HealingThroughStories #SocialImpact #Peacebuilding #SecondChances #Activism #CourageToChange #IncarcerationToInspiration #TraumaHealing #LeadershipDevelopment

What if the key to emotional freedom was hidden in the sound of your own voice?In this transformative episode of Heal It, host Ken D Foster welcomes Deepak Chari, MS — Engineer, Certified Biofeedback Specialist, and creator of the Life Transformation Technology™ Program — to explore how sound, science, and spirit intersect to unlock healing at the deepest level.As co-founder of the Chari Center of Health, Deepak shares how Advanced Voice Biofeedback reveals the hidden emotional patterns that keep people stuck in cycles of stress, fear, and self-doubt. Through real-life stories and cutting-edge insights, he explains how your voice reflects subconscious emotions — and how releasing those energetic blocks can open the door to clarity, confidence, and authentic success.Blending technology with compassion, Deepak’s work bridges ancient wisdom and modern science, offering practical tools for emotional release and personal transformation. This is a conversation about courage — the courage to heal, to feel, and to live your truth.🌐 Learn more about Deepak Chari:Website: www.fastanxietyhelp.comSocial Media Handles: Chari Center of Health YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@charicenterofhealthofficial Chari Center of Health Twitter page:https://twitter.com/charicenter Instagram:(Deepak Chari)https://www.instagram.com/fastanxietyhelp/ Deepak Chari Linked In page:https://www.linkedin.com/in/deepakcharifastanxietyhelp/ Chari Center of Health Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/charicenter___________________________Find more about Ken D Foster and his shows:YouTube: youtube.com/@thecouragenetworkE360tv: https://e360tv.com/networks/tv-shows/courage-networkDiscovered TV: https://discovered.tv/VoicesofCourageLinktree: https://linktr.ee/KendfosterVoices of Courage: voicesofcourage.usKen D Foster: kendfoster.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more transformational insights! 🔥#HealIt #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #TheCourageNetwork #DeepakChari #ChariCenterOfHealth #EmotionalHealing #VoiceBiofeedback #SoundHealing #LifeTransformationTechnology #EnergyHealing #ReleaseEmotionalBlocks #PersonalTransformation #MindBodyConnection #HealingThroughSound #SelfDiscovery #AnxietyRelief #EmotionalFreedom #HolisticWellness #InnerHealing

Every day, thousands of children across the United States fall victim to trafficking, exploitation, and abuse. But there is hope — and people taking action to protect the innocent.In this deeply moving episode of Heal It, host Ken D Foster sits down with Nate Lewis, Founder of The Innocent, a nonprofit organization dedicated to safeguarding children from sex trafficking and exploitation. Drawing from years of experience in global anti-trafficking operations and law enforcement collaboration, Nate offers a sobering yet empowering look into the realities of child exploitation in America — and the growing movement to stop it.Through personal insight and professional expertise, Nate shares how prevention, accountability, and public awareness can make a tangible difference. He discusses how The Innocent partners with local and international agencies to dismantle trafficking networks, support survivors, and drive systemic change through advocacy and education.This episode shines a light on the importance of community vigilance, legislative reform, and compassion-driven action — reminding us that protecting children is everyone’s responsibility.🌐 Learn more about Nate Lewis and The Innocent:Website: theinnocent.orghttps://www.youtube.com/@TheInnocent.childrenhttps://x.com/TheInnocentUSAhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/innocence-rescue-mission/https://www.instagram.com/theinnocent.usahttps://www.facebook.com/TheInnocent.USA/___________________________Find more about Ken D Foster and his shows:YouTube: youtube.com/@thecouragenetworkE360tv: https://e360tv.com/networks/tv-shows/courage-networkDiscovered TV: https://discovered.tv/VoicesofCourageLinktree: https://linktr.ee/KendfosterVoices of Courage: voicesofcourage.usKen D Foster: kendfoster.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more transformational insights! 🔥#HealIt #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #TheCourageNetwork #NateLewis #TheInnocent #EndChildTrafficking #StopHumanTrafficking #ProtectTheInnocent #ChildExploitationAwareness #HumanTraffickingPrevention #SaveOurChildren #AntiTrafficking #ChildProtection #SocialImpact #AwarenessAndAction #RescueAndRestore #NonprofitLeadership #CommunityVigilance #AdvocacyForChange

What if a mental health crisis wasn’t a breakdown — but a breakthrough?

In this profound episode of Heal It, host Ken D Foster speaks with Aymie Daniels, author of An American Awakening: The Interdependent Relationship of Spirituality and Mental Health. Together, they explore the concept of “Spiritual Emergency” — a transformational psychological crisis often misunderstood in Western mental health systems.

Drawing from her own lived experience, addiction recovery, and indigenous wisdom traditions, Aymie offers a compassionate and empowering framework for understanding extreme emotional and spiritual experiences. She shows how what appears as chaos can actually be a process of awakening, healing, and deep personal growth.

This conversation challenges the stigma around mental health, reframes crisis as a call to consciousness, and introduces practical tools for emotional regulation and spiritual integration.

Discover how awakening to your true nature can become the most powerful form of healing.

In this episode, Kathie Robinson opens up about her deeply personal journey through hormone imbalance, infertility, and hysterectomy — and how functional medicine helped her reclaim vibrant health at 57. Together, we explore the unique challenges women face in midlife, including weight gain, brain fog, sleep struggles, and mood shifts, uncovering the hormonal and blood sugar imbalances that often lie beneath the surface.Listeners will gain clarity and confidence around midlife health, learning how to understand and manage the hormonal and metabolic shifts that can feel confusing or overwhelming. Kathie shares practical tools that truly work — from fasting strategies designed for women to blood sugar-balancing tips and insights from functional testing — offering actionable guidance that goes far beyond generic advice.This episode also celebrates the power of connection and community, reminding women that they’re never alone in their wellness journey. Through shared stories, group coaching, and open conversations, Kathie fosters a supportive sisterhood that inspires healing and transformation. Most importantly, the conversation is filled with hope and empowerment — proof that it’s never too late to reclaim vitality and feel your best, no matter where you’re starting from.Kathie Robinson, a Certified Functional Lifestyle Coach and proud mom of boy/girl twins who once spent months in the NICU, brings authenticity and compassion to everything she does. Her passion for helping women thrive in midlife shines through in her programs, which create a safe and welcoming space for real, unfiltered conversations about hormones, metabolism, and holistic wellness.Learn more about Kathie Robinson:Website: https://www.kathierobinsonrw.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kathiegr/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/navigatingmidlifewithkathieBook a call: https://calendly.com/kathierw/30min___________________________Find more about Ken D Foster and his shows:YouTube: youtube.com/@thecouragenetworkE360tv: https://e360tv.com/networks/tv-shows/courage-networkDiscovered TV: https://discovered.tv/VoicesofCourageLinktree: https://linktr.ee/KendfosterVoices of Courage: voicesofcourage.usKen D Foster: kendfoster.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more transformational insights! 🔥#HealIt #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #TheCourageNetwork #KathieRobinson #MidlifeHealth #HormoneBalance #FunctionalMedicine #WomenWellness #MenopauseSupport #BloodSugarBalance #BrainFogRelief #WeightGainSolutions #SleepStruggles #MoodShifts #InfertilityJourney #HolisticHealing #WellnessAtAnyAge #WomenEmpowerment #HealingCommunity

What does it really take to thrive when life feels unpredictable, chaotic, or just plain uncertain?

In this powerful episode of Heal It, host Ken D Foster sits down with Mark Reinisch — author, life coach, and entrepreneur — to explore how we can design a life that truly works for us, even when “stupid things happen.”

With decades of executive leadership experience and a track record of building both businesses and people, Mark brings a grounded yet humorous approach to personal transformation. His philosophy, The Wellness Ethic, offers a practical roadmap for thriving — one rooted in simplicity, self-awareness, and authentic connection.

Mark shares how to live life by design, not by default, and how the seven pillars of wellness — mind, body, spirit, relationships, personal pursuits, professional pursuits, and lifestyle — form the foundation of a truly fulfilling life. He explains why humor and lightheartedness can be powerful healing tools, especially in times of stress and uncertainty. Drawing from the 80/20 principle, Mark reveals how focusing on the most essential 20% of daily actions can generate 80% of life’s joy and vitality.

Together, Ken and Mark explore how to turn unpredictability into clarity, chaos into calm, and fear into courage. The Wellness Ethic is more than a philosophy — it’s a lifestyle that empowers us to stay grounded, resilient, and thriving no matter what life throws our way.

🌐 Learn more about Mark Reinisch’s work and The Wellness Ethic at wellnessethic.com

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In this inspiring conversation, host Ken D Foster sits down with international best-selling author Joan Perry to explore The Heroine’s Journey: The Art of Becoming the Heroine of Your Own Life. Joan shares the 13 transformative steps that guide women from crisis and challenge to celebration and empowerment. With warmth and wisdom, she reveals how to reclaim your inner power, step out of past wounds, and live authentically with courage, strength, and self-worth. Whether you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for a new beginning, Joan’s journey offers practical steps and profound insights to help you move from the muck into joy and become the heroine of your own story.About Joan Perry:Joan Perry is the author of The Heroine’s Journey and A Girl Needs Cash, as well as the founder of the Heroine’s Coaching Program. With over 30 years of experience guiding women through life’s biggest transitions—divorce, reinvention, financial overwhelm, and career pivots—Joan helps women reclaim their self-worth, find their voice, and rewrite the story of who they are. Having walked through her own fires, she brings not just strategies but lived wisdom, empowering women everywhere to step into joy, prosperity, and freedom.Connect to Joan Perry:Joan Perry: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/the-joan-perry_theheroinesjourney-lifetransformation-activity-7278198062844420097-I2-B/The Joan Perry: https://www.instagram.com/thejoanperry/The Heroine's Journey: https://www.instagram.com/theheroinesjourneyllc/?hl=enThe Heroine's Journey: https://www.facebook.com/TheHeroinesJourneyLLC/Fix Your Money Offering: www.HeroinesBook.com/Fix-Your-Money-LifeSchedule a Call: Book Funnel: www.HeroinesBook.comFacebook THJ Group: www.HeroinesBook.com/free-webinar | www.HeroinesBook.com/congratulationsMore Heal It episodes:YouTube: youtube.com/@thecouragenetworkSpotify: https://bit.ly/Heal_ItiTunes: https://apple.co/4nhFwREE360TV: https://e360tv.com/play_series/Heal-IT___________________________Voices of Courage: voicesofcourage.usKen D Foster: kendfoster.comLinktree: https://linktr.ee/Kendfoster🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more transformational insights! 🔥#HealIt #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #TheCourageNetwork #JoanPerry #TheHeroinesJourney #WomensEmpowerment #PersonalGrowth #SelfWorth #LifeTransformation #HealingJourney #Reinvention #Courage #Authenticity #Empowerment #WomenSupportingWomen #NewBeginnings #MindsetShift #JoyfulLiving

What happens when a lifelong elite athlete—once a champion water skier, scuba instructor, and triathlete—is suddenly brought to his knees by mysterious, crippling symptoms? In this powerful Season 5 premiere of Heal It, host Ken D Foster sits down with Randy Smith to uncover his extraordinary journey through Lyme disease, misdiagnosis, resilience, and holistic healing.

From years of being misunderstood and dismissed by doctors, to navigating painful treatments, and ultimately finding strength through science, spirit, and self-trust—Randy’s story is one of courage, persistence, and hope.

🌿 Inside this episode:

• The first signs: fatigue, nerve pain, and the sudden loss of physical ability
  

• The misdiagnosis maze and emotional toll of not being believed
  

• Whole-body healing: blending medical, holistic, and Ayurvedic practices
  

• Faith, persistence, and the wisdom of listening to your body
  

• Learning to stand in truth and break the stigma of invisible illness
  

• Insights on resilience, compassion, and living with purpose
  

• A powerful message of hope for anyone facing chronic illness
  

✨ Whether you’re struggling with chronic illness, searching for healing beyond conventional medicine, or seeking inspiration to stay strong in the face of adversity—this episode is for you.

Randy Smith is a dynamic entrepreneur and lifelong adventurer who has spent over 30 years shaping the landscape of San Diego County as a respected land and real estate developer and income property investor. As founder of a thriving construction company, he has led the design and development of both custom homes and medium-scale residential communities—earning a reputation for vision, integrity, and quality craftsmanship.

Now retired from the construction business, Randy’s passion for exploration runs deep. He is a certified scuba diving instructor, former snow ski instructor, and private pilot with over 40 years of flying experience. For the past 25 years, Randy has flown humanitarian missions to Baja California with the Flying Samaritans, a volunteer group that delivers essential medical care to underserved communities.

Randy is also an active leader in The Mankind Project, a global nonprofit dedicated to helping men lead lives of purpose, authenticity, and service.

Above all, Randy is a devoted husband, proud father of three accomplished adult children, and a loving grandfather. Whether mentoring others, building homes, or piloting life-saving missions, he brings grounded strength, curiosity, and heart to everything he does.

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Philosopher and author John Sanbonmatsu joins the show to challenge one of the most deeply held cultural beliefs: that eating animals is natural, necessary, and ethical. Drawing from his provocative new book The Omnivore’s Deception, Sanbonmatsu explores the myths surrounding meat consumption, the moral and ecological costs of animal agriculture, and the urgent need to rethink our relationship with nonhuman animals.From the latest science on animal consciousness to the risks of zoonotic pandemics, he offers a compelling case for ending our dependence on meat—not just for the planet’s health, but for our own. With sharp insight and a touch of contrarian flair, Sanbonmatsu dismantles the arguments for humane slaughter, carnivore diets, and the supposed difficulty of vegan living.Tune in for a bold, eye-opening conversation that asks us to reconsider what we eat—and why it matters.Show Benefits: ~ Debunking Common Myths About Meat Gain clarity on long-held beliefs about human diets, animal agriculture, and the ethics of eating meat.Understanding Animal Consciousness Learn about the latest scientific discoveries on animal minds and emotions, revealing their complexity and sensitivity.~ Exploring the Health and Environmental Impact of Diet Discover how shifting to a plant-based diet can improve personal health and dramatically reduce ecological harm.~ Rethinking Ethical Consumption Examine the moral implications of factory farming and so-called “humane” meat, and explore alternatives that align with compassion and justice.~ Empowerment Through Informed Choices Walk away with practical insights and motivation to make dietary changes that support sustainability, animal welfare, and personal well-beingJohn Sanbonmatsu grew up on the South Shore of Massachusetts. He received his BA from Hampshire College and his PhD from the History of Consciousness Department at the University of California at Santa Cruz. He is currently Professor of Philosophy at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he teaches Ethics, Existentialism, Philosophy of Technology, Critical Theory, Animal Studies, and other subjects. He is the author of the book "The Omnivore's Deception: What We Get Wrong about Meat, Animals, and Ourselves" (New York University Press, 2025) and of "The Postmodern Prince: Critical Theory, Left, Strategy, and the Making of a New Political Subject" (Monthly Review Press, 2004). He is also editor of the anthology, "Critical Theory and Animal Liberation" (Bloomsbury, 2014). When not teaching or writing, John can be found performing as a semi-professional magician by the stage name of Magician Méliès. His other hobbies include fencing, tennis, chess, and being contrarian.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/VlOuKrClqzw___________________________Website: johnsanbonmatsu.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/john.sanbonmatsu/BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jsanbonmatsu.bsky.social___________________________Youtube: youtube.com/@thecouragenetworkLinktree: https://linktr.ee/KendfosterVoices of Courage: voicesofcourage.usKen D Foster: kendfoster.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more transformational insights! 🔥#HealIt #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #TheCourageNetwork #DrJohnSanbonmatsu #TheOmnivoresDeception #EthicalConsumption #VeganLiving #AnimalConsciousness #PlantBasedHealth #EndAnimalAgriculture #RethinkingMeat #CompassionateLiving #EthicalEating #SustainableLiving #AnimalRights #FactoryFarmingTruth #VeganInspiration #FoodEthics #PhilosophyOfFood

In this engaging episode, we sit down with Dr. Janette Gray, a seasoned internal medicine physician with over 30 years of experience and a trailblazer in integrative medicine and bioidentical hormone therapy. Dr. Gray has helped thousands navigate the aging process with vitality and purpose. She shares her empowering philosophy on aging, explores the key signs of aging, and explains how hormone optimization can relieve symptoms and restore quality of life. Dr. Gray also opens up about how her own active lifestyle — including competing in pickleball tournaments across the country — exemplifies the benefits of a healthy aging program. Plus, she gives us a sneak peek into her latest book and how her personal journey continues to inspire others to age with strength and confidence.Show Benefits: 1. Practical Tools for Healthy Aging – Learn actionable tips to recognize signs of aging and how to support your body through integrative medicine and lifestyle changes.2. Hormone Health Insights – Understand the critical role hormones play in aging and how bioidentical hormone therapy may help improve energy, mood, and overall well-being.3. Inspiration Through Lifestyle – Be inspired by Dr. Gray’s personal commitment to health, including her competitive pickleball journey, as a real-life example of thriving in midlife and beyond.4. Expert Guidance from a Pioneer – Gain trusted, evidence-based knowledge from a physician with decades of experience in helping patients age with vitality and intention.Dr. Janette Gray is an internal medicine physician with over 30 years of experience. She was the medical director of the Center for Health and Well-Being for 25 years, where she pioneered approaches to integrative medicine and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. She is an avid pickleball player who competes in tournaments across the U.S., demonstrating the benefits of hormone optimization in her own active lifestyle.YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/eiimDIzKKgU___________________________Website: https://perfectbalance.health/___________________________Youtube: youtube.com/@thecouragenetworkLinktree: https://linktr.ee/KendfosterVoices of Courage: voicesofcourage.usKen D Foster: kendfoster.com🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more transformational insights! 🔥#HealIt #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #TheCourageNetwork #DrJanetteGray #HealthyAging #AgingWell #HormoneHealth #BioidenticalHormones #IntegrativeMedicine #VitalityAndLongevity #MidlifeWellness #PickleballLifestyle #ActiveAging #HormoneOptimization #AgingWithConfidence #HolisticHealth #WellnessOver40 #EnergyAndVitality #MindBodyWellness #ThrivingInMidlife #LongevityTips #HealthyLifestyleChoices #EmpoweredAging