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Light Has Dawned episodes
- "Wild Wild Hundreds" - Interview w/ Antoine Dobine
In this podcast episode we take a trip to the southside of Chicago, into a neighborhood nicknamed, "The Wild Wild Hundreds." Antoine Dobine tells us what it was like growing up in this neighborhood starting in the late seventies up until today. He describes the transition this neighborhood has seen starting with the many businesses and companies that started to leave this area. Gangs, drugs, crack cocaine & sex trafficking soon overtook the community. At an early age he finds himself involved in this criminal lifestyle. After a stint in prison, he vows to make a difference in his community upon his release. Listen to this man's story of redemption and how he is helping to bring light, hope and change to a community that he was once helping destroy.
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📖 FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT: THE GOSPEL JOURNEY book
Eight lessons. One Gospel. A journey from darkness to Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Available on Amazon in English & Spanish versions.
ENGLISH: https://a.co/d/091DmTxC
SPANISH: https://a.co/d/0a70Efda
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lighthasdawned36 min - "Drug Dealing To Drug Addiction" - Interview w/ Keith Hanley
In this podcast episode, I interview Keith Hanley from "Hold The Line Ministries."
He shares about his life growing up in central Florida. From being introduced to drug dealing at a young age. To ending up in Federal prison at the age of 18. The time behind bars doesn't change him. He ends up returning to drug dealing upon his release and eventually becomes a drug addict himself. Listen to this man's story of redemption.
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📖 FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT: THE GOSPEL JOURNEY book
Eight lessons. One Gospel. A journey from darkness to Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Available on Amazon in English & Spanish versions.
ENGLISH: https://a.co/d/091DmTxC
SPANISH: https://a.co/d/0a70Efda
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lighthasdawned50 min - "Uniquely Abled" - Interview w/ Angel J. Calvillo
In this podcast episode, I release an interview I did with my twenty three year old son Angel, who has autism. I believe this podcast will bring a message of hope and encouragement to anyone with a child with learning disabilities. I've seen my son go through some really tough times and come out stronger. Tune in to hear his heart and hear his story.
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📖 FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT: THE GOSPEL JOURNEY book
Eight lessons. One Gospel. A journey from darkness to Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Available on Amazon in English & Spanish versions.
ENGLISH: https://a.co/d/091DmTxC
SPANISH: https://a.co/d/0a70Efda
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lighthasdawned28 min - "Deported For Being A Domestic Terrorist" - Interview w/ Juan D.
In this podcast episode I interview Juan, who grew up in the rough streets of the southside of Chicago. From growing up in a very abusive household to being bullied in school as a young man. He only finds help and protection from a local neighborhood gang member who befriends him. This eventually puts him on a life path that ends up getting him deported to Mexico as a "Domestic Terrorist." Listen as he shares how in Mexico he finds himself addicted to crystal meth, homeless and later on in big debt to the Mexican Cartel.
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📖 FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT: THE GOSPEL JOURNEY book
Eight lessons. One Gospel. A journey from darkness to Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Available on Amazon in English & Spanish versions.
ENGLISH: https://a.co/d/091DmTxC
SPANISH: https://a.co/d/0a70Efda
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lighthasdawned1 hr 9 min - "Running From God" - Interview w/ Vinny De Leon
In this podcast episode, I interview Vinny, from "Vinny's Barbershop" in Houston, Texas. He shares what life was like growing up with Pastors as parents. At a young age he feels like he is missing out on life which leads him down a path of experimenting with alcohol and all types of drugs. He finds himself slipping deeper and deeper into darkness, all while he tries to drown out the voice of his parents and ultimately the voice of God, who is calling him near.
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Instagram: @vinnydeleon3
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📖 FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT: THE GOSPEL JOURNEY book
Eight lessons. One Gospel. A journey from darkness to Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Available on Amazon in English & Spanish versions.
ENGLISH: https://a.co/d/091DmTxC
SPANISH: https://a.co/d/0a70Efda
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lighthasdawned1 hr 4 min - "A Conversation With My Pastor" - Interview w/ Juan Sanchez
In this podcast episode I interview my Pastor, Juan Sanchez. He grew up in the southwest side of Chicago in the Vittum Park neighborhood. As one of the first Hispanic families to move into that area he experienced a lot of racism as a youth. He shares how he witnessed first hand the power of "God" bring healing in the life of his wife, who at that time was dealing with anxiety and panic attacks. This leads him to begin to investigate and seek out who this "God" is? Listen to his story on how he went from being angry and opposed to the idea of "god" and the church in general, to now being the Pastor of New Life Community Church Cicero.
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📖 FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT: THE GOSPEL JOURNEY book
Eight lessons. One Gospel. A journey from darkness to Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Available on Amazon in English & Spanish versions.
ENGLISH: https://a.co/d/091DmTxC
SPANISH: https://a.co/d/0a70Efda
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lighthasdawned1 hr 36 min - "Normalized Crime" - Gang Violence - Interview w/ Berto Vallejo
In this Podcast, I interview Berto, Host of the "Normalized Crime" Podcast. He joins me on here today to share his story and experiences growing up in the southside of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He shares a side of the gang lifestyle that a lot of people are unwilling to talk about. Honest and raw truths. Listen to this man's story!
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📖 FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT: THE GOSPEL JOURNEY book
Eight lessons. One Gospel. A journey from darkness to Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Available on Amazon in English & Spanish versions.
ENGLISH: https://a.co/d/091DmTxC
SPANISH: https://a.co/d/0a70Efda
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lighthasdawned1 hr 2 min - "The Mission & Vision For 2023"
In this podcast episode, my wife Ann joins me as we reflect together on this past year. From what led & propelled me to start this Podcast back on October 2nd, 2022. And sharing what the Mission & Vision is for this new year moving forward. There is a purpose that is bigger than us. There is work for us to do that will outlive us.
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📖 FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT: THE GOSPEL JOURNEY book
Eight lessons. One Gospel. A journey from darkness to Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Available on Amazon in English & Spanish versions.
ENGLISH: https://a.co/d/091DmTxC
SPANISH: https://a.co/d/0a70Efda
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lighthasdawned49 min - "Growing Up in Humboldt Park" - interview w/ Lou Rodriguez
In this podcast I interview Lou Rodriguez, who grew up in the North West Side of Chicago in a rough neighborhood named "Humboldt Park." Lou shares with us what it was like being one of six children in a single mother household. How growing up in poverty propelled him & pushed him to want to help provide financially for his family at a very young age. Listen to the story of the path which this leads him on. From drug dealing, gangbanging, crime, violence, imprisonment and ultimate redemption.
Lou Rodriguez is Founder/CEO of "Beast Mode 365." Here is their mission statement:
"To educate men & women to live life to their full potential. Empowering people to get outside of their comfort zone to be comfortable with the uncomfortable. To reach our communities within the inner cities to assure we can provide an outlet of resources and solutions around education, & job trade training. To provide relief for the oppressed communities with inspiring and empowering men & women to activate their full potential. To assist and support communities from living under average mindsets to expand their horizons to work to their full greatness within them."
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📖 FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT: THE GOSPEL JOURNEY book
Eight lessons. One Gospel. A journey from darkness to Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Available on Amazon in English & Spanish versions.
ENGLISH: https://a.co/d/091DmTxC
SPANISH: https://a.co/d/0a70Efda
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lighthasdawned1 hr 7 min - "Following in My Father's Footsteps" ft. Victor Perez
In this podcast interview, Victor shares about the male figures in his life that he begins to lose at a very young age. From having an uncle who he was really close to die in a car accident. To losing his father to imprisonment soon after. This left him hurt, alone, confused and with no clear direction in life. He vowed to never do what what his father had done to him but finds himself later on in life repeating the same things. He grew up right across the street from the projects in the outskirts of Houston, Texas. He tells the story of surviving a horrific car accident in which he has to be medi-vac to the hospital with life threatening injuries. Listen to his story of surviving the streets, family criminal history, loss, pain and ultimate redemption.
(Please email us at: [email protected] for more information on the Zoom study group. Thanks)Send us Fan Mail
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📖 FROM DARKNESS TO LIGHT: THE GOSPEL JOURNEY book
Eight lessons. One Gospel. A journey from darkness to Jesus Christ, the Light of the World.
Available on Amazon in English & Spanish versions.
ENGLISH: https://a.co/d/091DmTxC
SPANISH: https://a.co/d/0a70Efda
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lighthasdawned1 hr 19 min
About Light Has Dawned
From the publisher's feed
Born in the heart of Chicago, Light Has Dawned brings you raw, honest stories of transformation from people who have walked through real darkness and encountered the hope of Jesus…
Christ.
Former gang members, ex-inmates, survivors of trauma, police officers, chaplains, ministry leaders, and community voices share their stories of struggle, faith, redemption, and purpose.
These conversations carry the grit of Chicago's streets and the grace of a God who still saves, heals, restores, and transforms lives.
Every episode is honest, personal, and rooted in the truth that no life is beyond the reach of God's redemption.
Our name is inspired by Matthew 4:16 (NKJV):
"The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and upon those who sat in the region and shadow of death Light has dawned."
Real people. Real stories. Real redemption.
Light Has Dawned.