Sunny was caught up in Sydney’s underworld — drugs, gangs, and prison time. But after becoming a father, everything changed. In this raw, honest interview, Sonny shares how he turned his life around, found purpose through fitness, and now runs his own personal training business while raising two kids.

This one’s for anyone who believes people can change.
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Jenna is an incredible woman with an unbelievable story of survival and transformation.

After growing up through deep trauma, abuse, and addiction, Jenna spent 8 years in federal prison in the U.S. But that wasn’t the end — it was a turning point. Now six years clean, Jenna works as a recovery coach, using her experience to help others rebuild their lives with strength and purpose.

This is a raw, real, and inspiring conversation about healing, resilience, and what it truly means to turn your life around.

🎧 If you’re on your own journey, or know someone who is — this one’s for you.
👇 Watch now and be inspired.

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In this episode of The Long Way Round Show, I sit down with a powerful voice in the mental health space — a man who turned his own struggles into a platform for helping others. We dive deep into the daily realities of managing mental health, identifying triggering thoughts, and the practical tools he uses to stay grounded. He also shares the heart behind his mental health blog, and why opening up can be the first step toward healing.

Whether you're on your own journey or supporting someone who is, this conversation is raw, relatable, and full of hope.
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From the Battlefield to Recovery | A Veteran's Story of Resilience and Purpose

At just 17, my mate joined the Army Reserves. Before long, he was deployed to Afghanistan and another overseas location — seeing things most of us couldn't imagine. After returning home, he built a business… but beneath the surface, trauma was brewing.

This episode is an honest look into what happened next: a mental breakdown, time in a psych ward, and the long road to healing. Today, he’s rewriting his story. He’s part of SMART Recovery, volunteers at a suicide prevention center, and is turning his pain into purpose.

In this episode, we talk about:

Enlisting young & the reality of deployment

Coming home and crashing: the silent cost of trauma

Owning a business while breaking down

Life inside a mental health ward

SMART Recovery & suicide prevention work

Hope, healing, and being of service

If you’re struggling, or know someone who is — this story could save a life.

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This episode of The Long Way Round Show is inspired by powerful content creators like:

Blood on the Razor Wire TV,
Soft White Underbelly,
I Am Second,
The Diary of a CEO,
and other channels that share raw, unfiltered stories of struggle, healing, and redemption.

If you're into real conversations, honest journeys, and people who’ve taken the long way round to find purpose — you’re in the right place. Hit subscribe and join the journey.

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In this powerful interview, we share the remarkable story of Kendall—who spent 25 years behind bars after a turbulent upbringing in a violent family, turning to crime and the underworld. Facing life threats and hardships, Kendall’s path seemed destined for darkness. But through resilience and faith, he transformed his life, now running a church, a successful demolition and asbestos business, and working to help others through rehab initiatives. His story is a testament to redemption, hope, and the power of change.

In this emotional and honest video, I open up about the loss of my father — a good, humble man who shaped my life in ways I’m only just beginning to understand.

He lost his own dad at 11, but still found a way to show up for us with love and adventure — taking us on trips, teaching us lessons, and showing quiet strength.

Our relationship wasn’t perfect. At one point, he even talked about writing me out of his will. But before he passed, something shifted. I got a job, he was proud of me again… and I knew we had found our way back to each other.

It’s been 14 years since he died in a motorbike accident — and I’m still learning how to grieve, to remember, and to heal.

This is for anyone who’s lost a parent, struggled with forgiveness, or wants to reconnect with the past to move forward.

❤️ If this resonates with you, feel free to share your own story in the comments.
🎧 Inspired by Real Stories
This episode of The Long Way Round Show is inspired by powerful content creators like:

Blood on the Razor Wire TV,
Soft White Underbelly,
I Am Second,
The Diary of a CEO,
and other channels that share raw, unfiltered stories of struggle, healing, and redemption.

If you're into real conversations, honest journeys, and people who’ve taken the long way round to find purpose — you’re in the right place. Hit subscribe and join the journey.

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In this raw and honest video, I open up about one of the darkest times in my life — when I had a mental breakdown that led me to spend time in prison. This isn’t easy to talk about, but I’m sharing it because I know others out there are struggling too.

Mental health doesn’t discriminate. It can take you places you never imagined — and for me, that meant hitting rock bottom. But it’s also where I started to rebuild.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or ashamed of where life has taken them. I want you to know: you're not alone. There's always a way back, and there is strength in vulnerability.

🙏 If this story resonates with you, please consider sharing it, leaving a comment, or just letting someone you care about know they’re not alone.

🧠 Let’s break the stigma around mental health — one conversation at a time.

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🎧 Inspired by Real Stories
This episode of The Long Way Round Show is inspired by powerful content creators like:

Blood on the Razor Wire TV,
Soft White Underbelly,
I Am Second,
The Diary of a CEO,
and other channels that share raw, unfiltered stories of struggle, healing, and redemption.

If you're into real conversations, honest journeys, and people who’ve taken the long way round to find purpose — you’re in the right place. Hit subscribe and join the journey.

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In this episode of The Long Way Round Show, we sit down with Pastor Henry — a Nigerian-born, Canadian-based minister, entrepreneur, and author of 55 books.

From running a successful contracting business to navigating a painful marriage breakdown, Henry’s life is nothing short of extraordinary. But his vision is even bigger: a worldwide revival, gathering millions of souls in stadiums for a move of God.

🔥 Topics we covered:
 • Building faith through adversity
 • Life after divorce as a pastor
 • Writing 55 books — how and why
 • Business, calling, and spiritual warfare
 • His dream of hosting massive revival gatherings

🎧 Whether you’re a believer, a builder, or just someone looking for purpose, this episode will move you.

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🔗 Connect with Pastor Henry Nwaneri

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📚 Books by Henry Nwaneri
• Amazon Author Page
• ThriftBooks
• Goodreads

🎙️ Podcast – Vantage Point with Pastor Henry
• Apple Podcasts
• Podcast Addict

🎵 Music Releases
• Canada is Yours (YouTube)
• Blood on the Flag (YouTube)
• A New Thing (YouTube)
• Into Your Heart (YouTube)

📱 Social Media
• Facebook – Public Page
• Facebook – Personal Profile

🏢 Ministry & Business
• Father’s Place Niagara – St. Catharines, ON
• OpenGovCA Listing
• Companies of Canada Profile
🎧 Inspired by Real Stories
This episode of The Long Way Round Show is inspired by powerful content creators like:

Blood on the Razor Wire TV,
Soft White Underbelly,
I Am Second,
The Diary of a CEO,
and other channels that share raw, unfiltered stories of struggle, healing, and redemption.

If you're into real conversations, honest journeys, and people who’ve taken the long way round to find purpose — you’re in the right place. Hit subscribe and join the journey.

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🎙️ New Episode — The Long Way Round Podcast Get ready for an inspiring journey in this episode as I chat with someone the fellas and I truly admire — Tom French, a proud Gomoroi (Gamilaroi) man from the Warrumbungas in Coonabarabran, now thriving in Newcastle. Tom's life has been a remarkable path — from growing up without his parents and battling addiction to transforming into a resilient foster carer and beacon of hope for many. He opens up about his origins, childhood struggles, and how he discovered purpose through adversity. It’s both an honour and a privilege to share this conversation. Real talk, real stories — dive into the essence of The Long Way Round. 👉 Subscribe for more heartfelt conversations like this — raw, genuine, and filled with passion. #TheLongWayRound #TomFrench #Gomoroi #Gamilaroi #Warrumbungas #Coonabarabran #AboriginalVoices #HealingJourney #AddictionRecovery #FosterCare #IndigenousPodcast
🎧 Inspired by Real Stories
This episode of The Long Way Round Show is inspired by powerful content creators like:

Blood on the Razor Wire TV,
Soft White Underbelly,
I Am Second,
The Diary of a CEO,
and other channels that share raw, unfiltered stories of struggle, healing, and redemption.

If you're into real conversations, honest journeys, and people who’ve taken the long way round to find purpose — you’re in the right place. Hit subscribe and join the journey.

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