In this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, I sit down with Coach Kevin Voisin — entrepreneur, former elected official, and performance coach — whose journey from Louisiana oyster fisherman to helping thousands transform their lives is anything but conventional.

We talk about failure, truth, ego, identity, and the surprising gap between success and fulfillment.

If you've ever wondered whether you're living the life you were meant to live — or just checking someone else's boxes — this conversation will resonate.

Contact Information: [email protected] Phone: 985-665-8495 Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itscoachkevin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@itscoachkevin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itscoachkevin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itscoachkevin/

What if psychedelics are not merely medicine — but sacrament?

In this episode, I speak with Ayeh Kashani about the evolving philosophical and spiritual implications of psychedelics. Rather than viewing them strictly as medical interventions, we explore whether they function as sacrament — facilitating participation in a deeper reality. Our discussion spans science, metaphysics, transpersonal psychology, and the future of consciousness studies. It is an intellectually demanding — and deeply human — conversation.

Instagram: @ayehkashani Workshops & Breathwork: technologiesofthesacred.com

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Workshops

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In this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, Jim sits down with Galveston-based psychedelic rock band India Tigers in Texas to talk about their creative process, recording philosophy, and the release of their latest vinyl album Dose.

And Here are Ticket Locations

Thursday, 2/12 - Houston @ Dan Electros

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Friday 2/13 - Galveston @ Old Quarter

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Saturday 2/14 - Austin @ 13th Floor

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On this episode of the Jim Bratton Podcast, Jim sits down with Cora Moore, founder of Control + Create, to explore what happens when adults truly listen to young people. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience in informal education and mentorship, Moore explains how safe spaces, creative collaboration, and long-term trust can transform lives. It's an insightful conversation about leadership, community responsibility, and preparing the next generation to thrive

In this deeply personal episode, Jim Bratton sits down with his wife Mary on the occasion of their 45th wedding anniversary to explore the remarkable life she lived before they ever met.

From cross-country road trips in unairconditioned cars, to sleeping under tarps in Yosemite, to solo corporate travel across the U.S. and abroad, Mary shares how curiosity, discipline, and determination shaped her independence.

This episode is a candid, funny, and reflective conversation about travel, work, risk-taking, and what it means to intentionally live a full life—long before settling down.

In this deeply personal episode of Focus Your Inner Bitch: The Mary Bratton Story, Mary recounts a formative chapter of her early adulthood marked by manipulation, workplace danger, and emotional control. Through faith, hard boundaries, and raw self-reckoning, she ultimately confronts what she calls "the devil" and reclaims her life on her own terms. This is a powerful story about discernment, survival, and the lifelong strength that comes from standing up for yourself.

Jim and Mary Bratton settle in for a warm, off-the-cuff time capsule of teenage Houston. Mary tells the story of cousins as first friends—mischief, "wrapping" houses, and the rules of making it back to the getaway car. Then it's straight to the Pan American Ballroom ("the PA"): live bands, smoky air, underage dancing, and the mystery of the legendary orange Tommy.

FYI-Orange Tommy A tiny orange drink passed hand-to-hand at the Pan American Ballroom—sweet, slightly mysterious, and forever linked to teenage freedom.

This sound of surf was recorded December 9, 2025 at the 9 mile entrance point to the Galveston Beach.

Experience 27 uninterrupted minutes of natural Gulf of Mexico waves recorded on Galveston Island. This calming ocean soundscape is designed to help you relax, meditate, restore, or drift into a peaceful nap. No narration—just steady, soothing surf to ease your mind and body. Put your buds on for full experience.

Please Enjoy!

Best Regards,

Jim Bratton

Prince Albert at Dickens on the Strand: History, Humor, and the Man Behind the Character

Portraying Prince Albert at Dickens on the Strand, Joseph Machado steps into history with a blend of charm, humor, and deep knowledge of the Victorian era. In this conversation, we explore the real Albert's influence on technology, culture, and the industrial transformation of Britain—along with the unexpected legacy of his nine children and the Royal Christmas tree tradition. Finally, we step out of character to hear how Joseph came to embrace this role and what it means to bring living history to life on the streets of Galveston.

Mary takes us back to the late 1960s, fresh out of high school, when a spontaneous invitation leads her and two friends to the Mexico City Olympics. What starts as an exciting international trip turns into a week of unexpected moments—unlicensed chauffeurs, surprise Olympic tickets, and a family drama straight out of Cinderella. In this episode, Mary shares the humor, shock, and cultural lessons that shaped her early independence.