JDS podcast

In this thought-provoking episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with NaRon Tillman — pastor, podcast host, mindfulness coach, and AI visionary.

NaRon Tillman is a dynamic leader blending spirituality, neuroscience, and artificial intelligence to help individuals and leaders find clarity in a noisy, fast-changing world. As Pastor of One Ministries in New York City and CEO of Principal Matters, he bridges faith and strategy in a way that is both practical and transformational.

Through his upcoming work Awakening I Am: Internal Awareness in an AI Age, and his IAMic AI systems, NaRon explores how internal prompts shape external results—and how leaders can align identity, systems, and execution without losing themselves in the process.

In this episode, we dive deep into mindset, purpose, AI, and how to lead with clarity in an age of constant distraction.

🔗 Explore NaRon’s work and resources:

https://walkinvictory.me/links

In this powerful and no-nonsense episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Chris Woods — Certified Professional Coach, former Google sales leader, and author of Balls & Brains.

Chris Woods brings decades of experience as a four-time global C-suite executive, having operated at the highest levels of business under intense pressure. But behind the success story was a deeper struggle — one that came to a head when he flatlined at age 40.

That life-altering moment forced him to redefine success, confront fear, and rebuild his life from the inside out.

Now, through his “Balls & Brains” framework, Chris helps leaders and professionals stop playing small, overcome fear, and maximize their strengths to create a life that not only looks successful — but actually feels fulfilling.

In this episode, we dive into fear, identity, leadership, and how to finally align who you are with what you do.

🔗 Learn more and access Chris’s work:

https://chriswoodscoach.com/

In this powerful and refreshing episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Rebecca Wilson — an award-winning executive coach, speaker, and mindfulness teacher helping leaders thrive from the inside out.

With over 15 years of experience in corporate strategy and leadership development, Rebecca works with high-performing executives, founders, and change-makers who want to quiet the noise, build inner resilience, and lead with clarity in a fast-paced, AI-driven world.

Her approach blends neuroscience, mindfulness, and real-world business strategy — helping leaders move away from burnout and into sustainable high performance.

In this episode, we explore what it really means to lead consciously, how to manage the mental pressure of leadership, and why your inner world directly shapes your external success.

🔗 Start your 5-day reset here:

https://www.arborvida.com/gift

In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Teddy Bloom — an engineering technician, endurance athlete, and the man behind Ride4Rights, a cross-country cycling journey with a purpose far greater than the miles.

Teddy set out from the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco with one mission: to ride across the United States to Washington, D.C., raising awareness around free speech, equal justice, civic education, and national unity.

Facing extreme weather, physical injury, equipment failure, and thousands of miles of uncertainty, Teddy’s journey is more than a ride — it’s a movement.

This episode explores resilience, purpose, and what it really means to stand for something bigger than yourself.

🔗 Learn more and support the mission:

https://www.ride4rights.com

In this gripping and insightful episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Eric Robinson — a recently retired FBI Special Agent with over 24 years of experience in some of the most intense areas of law enforcement.

From counterterrorism and crimes against children to gangs, public corruption, and white-collar crime, Eric has seen it all. He also served 15 years as a SWAT operator, as well as a firearms and tactics instructor.

But what makes his story truly unique is his journey before the FBI — spending 12 years in Christian ministry, including pastoring a church.

Blending faith, discipline, and real-world experience, Eric brings a rare perspective on justice, leadership, and the human side of law enforcement.

In this episode, we go beyond the badge — exploring how investigations really work, what it takes to operate at the highest level, and the emotional and spiritual realities behind the job.

🔗 Follow Eric Robinson for updates and content:

https://www.instagram.com/_eric_robinson/

In this powerful and inspiring episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Chanoa Inez — author of Dream On and creator of MAGNETIZE YOUR PERSONAL BRAND™.

Chanoa helps individuals rebuild their lives after loss, setbacks, or major life transitions by combining personal transformation with intentional personal branding.

After years of dealing with residual grief, she discovered powerful tools that helped her not only heal — but create a new life aligned with her purpose. Today, she teaches others how to do the same: dream again, rebuild confidently, and attract better opportunities from the inside out.

If you’ve ever felt stuck after losing a dream, direction, or identity — this episode will give you the clarity and tools to start again, stronger.

🔗 Learn more about Chanoa and her programs:

https://www.chanoainez.com

In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Gloria Vanderhorst — a psychologist with over 50 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate emotional growth and healing.

Gloria has spent decades working closely with men and boys, uncovering a deep truth: many men are raised in a culture that limits their emotional development, leaving them disconnected from themselves and struggling in relationships.

As the author of the New York Times best-selling journal Read, Reflect, Respond: The 3 R’s of Growth and Change, she brings profound insight into how emotional awareness can transform lives.

In this episode, we explore why men are often emotionally restricted, how it impacts relationships, and what can be done to build healthier emotional lives.

If you’ve ever struggled to express your feelings, understand your emotions, or connect deeply in relationships — this conversation will open your eyes.

🔗 Explore Gloria’s work and weekly essays:

https://www.drvanderhorst.com/

In this deeply thought-provoking episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Barry Deeks — self-published author, writer, and producer of his own psychological drama film The Man Who Can.

Barry’s story is unlike most. After surviving a catastrophic road accident that left him temporarily unable to speak, he turned inward — using writing and thought as tools for survival, identity, and meaning.

His work, The Bizarre & Enchanting Life, explores the blurred lines between belief, reality, and perception. Through his film and writing, Barry invites us into a deeply personal world — one shaped by recovery, psychiatric institutions, prison, and a relentless search for truth.

This episode challenges how we think about identity, mental health, belief systems, and what it truly means to be understood.

If you’re ready for a conversation that questions reality and explores the human mind at a deeper level, this episode is for you.

🎬 Watch the book trailer here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zipc66IXiV4

In this deeply moving and expansive episode of the JDS Podcast, host Mazi Josh sits down with Gazit Chaya Nkosi — a neurocomplex coach, mystic, and guide who helps individuals navigate trauma, identity, and nervous system healing.

Gazit shares their powerful journey through autism, C-PTSD, chronic overwhelm, and decades of inner struggle — and how they found a path toward self-acceptance, emotional regulation, and a life that truly feels worth living.

Blending somatic parts work with the Safe and Sound Listening Protocol (SSP), Gazit supports those who feel stuck in cycles of reactivity or dissociation — especially highly sensitive and neurodivergent individuals seeking deeper healing beyond conventional approaches.

This episode is raw, compassionate, and eye-opening — offering listeners a new way to understand themselves, challenge cultural expectations, and reconnect with their inner truth.

🔗 Connect, explore resources, and book a free call:

https://therootedcoop.com

In this powerful episode of the JDS Podcast, host Joshua Agbontaen sits down with Brett Gallant — founder of Adaptive Office Solutions and host of The Adaptive Mindset podcast.

A few years ago, Brett was burned out, overwhelmed, and struggling with his health at 349 pounds while running a successful IT company. Instead of staying stuck, he made a decision to rebuild — his body, his mindset, and his business.

Since then, he has released over 130 pounds, transformed his life, and built one of Canada’s top cybersecurity-first IT firms, protecting more than 100 organizations.

In this episode, Brett shares how discipline, mindset, and leadership are deeply connected — and how the same habits that build physical strength can help you scale your business, protect your systems, and lead with clarity.

If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or leader looking to level up your life and business, this episode is packed with real, actionable insights.