
Sign up to save your podcasts
Or


What If The Voice You Ignore Is Your Own | Ep 349
Ever had that jolt where impatience flips from frustration into focus? We lean into that pivot and unpack how a mirror moment, a surge of energy, and a swarm of doubts can become the raw materials for real change. Instead of glossing over the mess, we walk through the heat—naming the pressure, questioning the thrill, and translating a chaotic rush into practical momentum you can use today.
We start with the blunt stuff: mortality, self-scrutiny, and the uneasy quiet of staring yourself down. From there, we track the feeling that rises in your chest when you stop waiting for perfect conditions and start moving through imperfect ones. The language is vivid for a reason—vultures, stones, flames—because growth doesn’t happen in soft light. It happens when you sort voices, cut the noise, and decide which story gets to live in your head. Along the way, we break down how impatience can be a compass, why “entertaining” sometimes means fully alive, and how repetition turns reflection into a skill instead of a spiral.
By the end, you’ll have a framework for turning pressure into power: face the mirror without flinching, strip out feedback that never cared, and build with the pieces you already hold. This is a grounded take on resilience, not a highlight reel—no grand hacks, just habits that compound. If you’re circling the edge of a big move, consider this your nudge to step. Subscribe for more conversations that turn intense moments into usable playbooks, share this with someone who’s stuck on the brink, and leave a quick review to tell us where you feel the magic next.
Chapter Markers
0:00 Mirror And Mortality
0:22 Questioning Patience And Thrill
0:40 Owning The Surge Of Power
1:04 Chaos, Doubt, And Rising Heat
1:44 Rewriting The Story Within
#SelfDiscovery #InnerVoice #MindfulnessMatters #ListenToYourself #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealthAwareness #IntrospectionJourney #EmotionalWellness #SelfReflection #AuthenticLiving #VoicesWithin #FindingYourTruth #SilencingTheNoise #InnerStrengths #EmpowerYourself #justiceforsurvivors #justice4survivors #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #VoicesForVoices349
Support the show
Behind The Hooks: A Songwriter’s Secret Playbook (Episode 348)
What if the rhythm dripping from a leaky sink could become the chorus you’ll hum all week? We sit down with David for a behind‑the‑scenes tour of real‑world songwriting: from sparks that arrive at midnight to the disciplined craft that turns fragments into radio‑ready hooks and film cues that carry entire scenes.
David opens up about his journey from early releases to ghostwriting for major artists and composing for TV and film. He walks us through how chord choices shape emotion—why C major smiles, why minor keys ache, and how F can hold a scene between hope and doubt. Along the way, he builds a holiday track in real time, showing the messy, iterative process of drafting lyrics, tightening a chorus with producer feedback, and matching tempo to an artist’s unique feel. We explore staccato patterns for energetic pop, the sway of country two‑step, and the vivid storytelling that makes a listener see a movie in their head without a screen.
If you love the invisible architecture of songs—the hooks, tempos, keys, and motifs that make crowds jump or cry—this conversation is a masterclass. We dig into scoring for story beats, writing across genres, and the psychology behind music’s pull, including how a single interval can tilt a room from joy to heartbreak. It’s an honest, uplifting update on creative work in motion: a holiday film score taking shape, new songs finding voices, and a reminder that the world is full of rhythms waiting to be caught.
Hit follow, share this with a friend who loves music, and leave a rating to help more listeners find the show. What everyday sound should become a song next?
Chapter Markers
0:00 Welcome And Uplifting Check‑In
3:26 David’s Background In Songwriting And Film
7:15 How Everyday Sounds Spark Melodies
10:52 Chords, Emotion, And Storytelling
15:20 Building A Holiday Song Live
20:30 Tempo, Artist Fit, And Staccato
26:45 Writing To Picture And Genre Swaps
32:05 Country Roots, Dance, And Two‑Step
37:10 Scoring For TV And Film Icons
#SongwritingSecrets #BehindTheHooks #MusicCreation #SongwriterTips #LyricWriting #CreativeProcess #MusicIndustryInsights #BehindTheScenesMusic #SongwriterLife #CompositionTechniques #InspirationForWriters #IndieSongwriters #CraftingLyrics #MelodyMaking #MusicalJourney #justiceforsurvivors #justice4survivors #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #VoicesForVoices348
Support the show
My Mom Wrote Movies, Saved Kids, And Broke The Internet’s Brain (Episode 347)
We trace David Solomon’s path with his mother, Sapphira, through survival, rescue work, ministry, and the hidden costs of telling the truth about trafficking and persecution in Nigeria. The story confronts censorship, medical neglect, and the shame pushed onto victims, while calling for courage and clarity.
• dedication to Sapphira Solomon and her legacy
• early media work, teaching, ministry and public service
• surviving domestic violence and a house fire
• writing as vocation and advocacy tool
• confronting abuse in church settings
• anti‑trafficking efforts and recoveries
• pastoring in a Nigerian church and witnessing persecution
• cancer, treatment barriers during lockdowns, and grief
• false accusations, reputational harm and resilience
• mission of Voices for VoicesⓇ to spotlight ignored crises
Smash that subscribe button, follow, like, share, comment, that will help us greatly in reaching and helping 3 billion people over the course of my lifetime and beyond
Chapter Markers
0:02 Welcome And Mission
1:04 Why Nigeria Matters
2:30 Dedication To Severa Solomon
2:47 David Begins His Mother’s Story
7:18 Fire, Survival, And A Calling To Write
10:55 Churches, Politics, And Finding A Voice
13:49 Exploitation, Ghostwriting, And Industry Work
18:18 Illness, Cult Pressures, And A Move For Healing
20:07 Trafficking, Missing Reports, And A Name Stolen
22:01 Ministry In A Nigerian Church
22:41 Assault, Hospitals, And Creating Impact
23:11 Cancer, Lockdowns, And A Desperate Road Trip
25:27 Loss, Accusations, And Aftermath
29:16 Calling Out Slander And Standing Firm
32:36 Host Reflections And Purpose Of The Series
36:20 Closing And Part Two Tease
#MyMomWroteMovies #SaveTheKids #InternetBreaks #CreativeWriting #MomInFilm #StorytellingPower #CinematicImpact #ScreenwritingJourney #ViralContentCreation #EmpoweringMoms #KidsInMedia #WomenInCinema #InnovativeStorytellers #DigitalInfluence #ArtAndParenting #justiceforsurvivors #justice4survivors #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #VoicesForVoices347
Support the show
When Algorithms Raise Our Children, Values Must Raise Their Voices | Episode 346
Warning: the volume on kids’ videos isn’t just loud—it’s strategic. We open up about the new reality of children’s content where unboxings, timed challenges, and staged “secret rooms” blur the line between storytelling and advertising. If your kid thinks every store trip should end with twenty blind bags, you’re not alone. We talk candidly about product placement, the attention economy, and why constant hype can train young brains to crave peaks, not presence.
From our vantage point as parents and creators, we draw a clear line: free speech is vital, but safety and public health matter more. We share how we handle toxic comments, why threats aren’t protected, and how careful language choices set the tone for kids who hear way more than we realize. You’ll hear practical ways to decode what’s on-screen—naming incentives, calling out “cast” families, and highlighting the difference between reality and “reality TV.” We contrast today’s shout‑speak with the calmer shows many of us grew up with, and we explain how over-the-top content can create entitlement, stress at checkout lines, and friction with peers.
Most importantly, we offer tools you can use tonight. Curate channels that align with your values, co‑watch when possible, and set simple time windows that prevent endless scrolls. When a video turns into a yell-fest, pause, label the tactic, and switch to something gentler. We also make the case for off-screen rituals—role‑playing games, simple quests, cooking, and backyard adventures—that deliver surprise and agency without algorithms. Love isn’t measured in prizes; it’s felt in attention, patience, and small joys that don’t need sponsors. If this resonates, share the episode with a friend, subscribe for future conversations, and leave a review with one screen tip that works for your family.
Chapter Markers
0:00 Gratitude And Global Community
2:38 Free Speech Versus Safety Online
8:53 Choose Words Carefully, Skip Hurtful Comments
12:48 Finding Episodes And How To Listen
12:48 Introducing The Main Topic
14:10 The YouTube Kids Phenomenon
18:12 Product Placement And Hidden Ads
24:20 Then Vs Now: Quieter Shows We Grew Up With
28:38 The Cost Illusion And Entitlement
33:28 Parenting Without A Handbook
34:28 Off‑Screen Alternatives And RPG Idea
#AlgorithmsInEducation #ChildDevelopment #TechAndParenting #ValuesInAI #RaisingVoices #DigitalParenting #EthicsInTechnology #FutureOfEducation #AIAndKids #EmpoweringChildren #ParentalGuidance #TechForGood #InclusiveLearning #SocialImpactTech #VoicesOfTheFuture #justiceforsurvivors #justice4survivors #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #VoicesForVoices346
Support the show
When The Night Is Long, Purpose Keeps The Light On (Episode 345)
We celebrate a Rumble milestone, reflect on faith and purpose, and unpack why winter’s longest night can weigh on mood. We share practical ways to face seasonal affective disorder, set boundaries, and find comfort, humor, and community when days feel short.
• gratitude for audience support and platform growth
• faith as motivation and mission anchor
• trauma of retelling and stress responses
• what the winter solstice is and why it matters
• seasonal affective disorder and mood changes
• comfort, routines, and light strategies for winter
• compassion for loved ones struggling in cold months
• humor and music as relief and connection
• boundaries with toxic people to protect mental health
• purpose, small wins, and trying without regret
• community as a two-way support system
Download all our previous episodes, subscribe, smash that subscribe button, give us a thumbs up, like, follow, share
Chapter Markers
0:02 Welcome And Big Rumble Milestone
3:14 Faith, Mission, And Audience Gratitude
5:48 Results, Analytics, And Validation
9:40 Trauma, Retelling, And Emotional Load
13:20 Understanding Winter Solstice
17:01 Sunlight, Mood, And Longer Days
20:18 Seasonal Affective Disorder Explained
23:40 Comfort, Climate, And Daily Routines
27:10 Compassion For Loved Ones In Winter
30:10 Purpose, Calling, And Keeping Going
33:30 Humor, Music, And Preventing Despair
36:40 Mutual Support And Community
#PurposeDriven #FindingYourWay #NightTimeReflections #InnerStrength #LightInTheDarkness #MotivationMonday #OvercomingObstacles #StayInspired #EmotionalJourney #HopeAndResilience #MindfulLiving #PersonalGrowthJourney #GuidingLight #LifeLessonsLearned #NavigatingChallenges #justiceforsurvivors #justice4survivors #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #VoicesForVoices345
Support the show
A Person Confronts Their Mistakes And Fights For A Second Chance (Episode 344)
We trace a raw night of regret, isolation, and the fragile urge to start over after everything feels lost. Confession, rumination, and the thin line between despair and resolve give shape to a tense, emotional arc.
• waking to bright light and confusion
• admitting mistakes and facing consequences
• feeling unseen and unheard in crisis
• slipping toward the edge and holding on
• longing for a reset while accepting the past
• choosing small steps toward change
Source: Simple Plan Cover Song: Untitled
Chapter Markers
0:03 Waking To White Light
0:12 Memory Loss And Overwhelming Pain
0:41 Owning Mistakes And Isolation
1:09 Slipping, Holding On, Wanting A Reset
1:26 The Loop Of Regret And Exhaustion
#SecondChance #SimplePlan #Untitled #PersonalGrowth #LifeLessons #FacingMistakes #RedemptionStory #MotivationalJourney #SelfImprovement #Accountability #CourageToChange #OvercomingObstacles #EmotionalHealing #TransformationJourney #NewBeginnings #ConfrontingFears #FindingForgiveness #justiceforsurvivors #justice4survivors #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #VoicesForVoices344
Support the show
From Dirty Roads To Open Skies: Learning To Fly Through Setbacks (Ep. 343)
The ground can feel rough and the sky far away, but there’s a way to climb without perfect gear or a flawless map. We explore what it really means to “learn to fly” when resources are thin, the path is unclear, and gravity keeps reminding you that coming down is part of the trip. Using vivid moments of ascent and descent, we share practical habits for resilience, softer landings, and momentum you can trust.
We talk through how to handle the hard parts: nostalgia for the “good old days,” the sting of setbacks, and the fear of losing your edge. Instead of chasing endless highs, we lay out simple systems—weekly debriefs, energy buffers, and exit criteria—that turn turbulence into training. You’ll hear how adaptive planning beats rigid roadmaps, why small wins restore agency faster than big promises, and how a learner’s identity protects your confidence when results dip. The core idea is simple: success is not only about lift; it’s about controlled descent and a runway you’ve prepared on purpose.
If you’re navigating career change, building a creative practice, or rebuilding after a hard landing, this conversation offers a calm flight plan. You’ll walk away with concrete steps to test new directions, design rest before burnout, and stay near the clouds without losing sight of the ground. Subscribe for more grounded strategies, share this with someone who needs a softer landing, and leave a quick review to help others find the show.
Chapter Markers
0:00 A Rough Start And Lone Journey
0:27 Learning To Fly Without Wings
0:37 Loss, Change, And Uncertainty
0:58 Life Knocks And Moving Forward
1:19 Circling The Clouds And Acceptance
1:48 Refrain And Final Lift
#LearningToFly #TomPetty #OvercomingObstacles #FromSetbacksToSuccess #FlyingHigh #SkywardDreams #InspirationThroughAdversity #AerialAdventures #PersonalGrowthInFlight #ChasingDreams #LifeLessonsFromTheSky #ResilienceInAviation #OpenSkiesAhead #TransformingChallenges #justiceforsurvivors #justice4survivors #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #VoicesForVoices343
Support the show
From Booze to Blessings: My Journey to Faith (Ep 342)
We talk about purpose, faith, and why life’s short timeline pushes us to act now. Justin shares how anxiety shaped his travel habits, how he rebuilt healthier coping tools, and why we’re drawing a firm line against impersonators to protect our community.
• gratitude for a growing global community and a bold mission to help at scale
• faith as foundation for purpose, courage and integrity
• anxiety on flights, alcohol as avoidance, and the decision to change
• practical coping mechanisms and mindset shifts for travel and stress
• you are not alone as a grounding message for listeners
• addressing haters, online impersonation, and brand protection
• how to verify official updates and contact us through proper channels
• milestones across 300+ episodes and what’s coming next
Smash that Subscribe button, give us a big thumbs up, like, share, follow!
Chapter Markers
0:00 Welcome And Mission
2:20 Faith, Mortality, And Purpose
5:20 You Are Not Alone
7:31 Anxiety, Alcohol, And Travel
11:20 Coping Tools And A New Mindset
15:00 Beyond Flights: Clearer Choices
17:04 Haters, Integrity, And Resilience
22:20 Impersonation Warning And Boundaries
27:10 Where To Find Legit Updates
30:20 Milestones, Gratitude, And What’s Next
34:40 Final Appeal And Community Support
36:00 Subscribe And Closing
#FaithJourney #FromBoozeToBlessings #AlcoholRecovery #SpiritualAwakening #TransformationStory #FindingFaith #SoberLife #ReligiousExperience #PersonalTestimony #LifeChange #HealingThroughFaith #PurposeDrivenLife #OvercomingAddiction #FaithAndRecovery #Inspiration #justiceforsurvivors #justice4survivors #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #Jesusaire #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #VoicesForVoices342
Support the show
Choosing A Jesusaire Life Over Millionaire Dreams | Ep 341
What if the wealth that matters most isn’t sitting in a bank account but living in your heart? We explore a simple, countercultural idea we call the “Jesusaire”—a way of measuring abundance by the strength of your soul, not the size of your portfolio. Instead of chasing millionaire or billionaire labels, we ask how to become people whose inner life shapes every choice with clarity, courage, and love.
We start with a clear contrast: inheritance and net worth define status on paper, but neither can cross the threshold of death. Titles fade. Possessions stay behind. So where do we invest if we want returns that last? We talk about ordering goals around a higher power and using tools like prayer, worship, and meditation to build “soul muscles.” This isn’t a call to abandon ambition; it’s permission to keep your career, dream big, and still anchor your decisions in values that outlive trends. You can be a millionaire and a Jesusaire—or have modest means and deep peace. The difference is allegiance.
Along the way, we revive the spirit of WWJD, not as a bracelet but as a daily pause. We look at how to weigh tough choices: protecting your family, setting boundaries at work, confronting harm, and still choosing mercy over ego. We share stories—from public faith moments to quiet inner shifts—that show how a centered life changes the room without shouting. If you’ve ever felt an emptiness success couldn’t fill, you’ll find language and practices to realign your days with what truly counts.
Join us as we trade status anxiety for a steadier kind of wealth: a heart trained for wisdom, a mind at peace, and a life aimed at good. If this message resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review. Your support helps more people discover a richer way to live.
Chapter Markers
0:02 Welcome And Gratitude
1:24 Books And Platform Updates
3:28 Introducing “Jesusaire”
7:50 Not Wealth Heirs, Jesusaires
9:56 Living With Jesus At The Center
12:22 WWJD And Daily Decisions
16:15 Wealth, Titles, And What Lasts
20:48 Can You Be Rich And A Jesusaire
24:08 Choice, Practice, And Renewal
27:04 Call To Become Jesusaires
29:26 Closing Blessings And Subscribe
#JesusaireLife #FaithOverWealth #SpiritualJourney #PurposeDrivenLife #LivingForGod #ChristianValues #MeaningfulLiving #HeavenlyRewards #FaithBasedLifestyle #SacredChoices #TransformYourLife #DivinePurpose #WealthVsFaith #ChristCentered #justiceforsurvivors #justice4survivors #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #factoverfictionmatters #transparency #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #VoicesForVoices341 #Jesusaire
Support the show
How A New California Law Risks Parental Rights And Enables Trafficking | Ep 340
What happens when a law meant to protect kids lowers the very guardrails that keep them safe? We take a hard look at California’s AB 495—hailed as a compassionate response to ICE-related crises—and unpack how its broad language can let non-parents claim custody and medical authority with minimal oversight. If a coach, youth leader, or acquaintance can assert temporary guardianship via a simple form, where does that leave parental consent, due diligence, and the checks that deter trafficking and exploitation?
We walk through concrete scenarios that move beyond immigration, showing how opportunists can exploit gaps when a parent steps away for minutes. Our focus stays on real-world risk: grooming dynamics, ambiguous authority at schools and clinics, and the mental health toll on families caught in sudden custody confusion. We also push for evidence over soundbites. If the law is built on the claim that large numbers of children are left unattended after enforcement actions, the public deserves transparent data, clear definitions, and tightly scoped remedies that move fast without cutting corners.
This conversation isn’t about party lines; it’s about practical child safety, parental rights, and how state-level policy can ripple nationwide. We explore what a better framework could look like: instant court review, verified proxies with background checks, mandatory reporting, and penalties for misuse. Laws should be compassionate and precise—protecting children in true emergencies while closing the loopholes that predators rely on.
If you care about safeguarding kids, strengthening families, and keeping institutions worthy of trust, this one matters. Subscribe, share with a parent or educator who needs to hear it, and leave a review to help more people find the show. What safeguard would you add—or fix—first?
Chapter Markers
0:02 Welcome And Mission Update
1:46 Context From Episode 307
2:41 What AB 495 Claims To Address
5:58 From Immigration To Public Safety
9:15 Passed Into Law: Why It Matters
12:20 Non‑Parent Custody Without Oversight
16:30 Broader Risks Beyond ICE Cases
20:35 Human Trafficking Scenarios Explained
24:40 Mental Health And Family Trauma
30:10 Read The Bill, Not The Soundbites
34:20 Politics, Power, And Accountability
39:00 National Implications And 2024 Ambitions
45:10 Demand Data, Not Talking Points
#CaliforniaLaw #ParentalRights #ChildTrafficking #FamilyProtection #LegalReform #YouthSafety #ProtectChildren #TraffickingAwareness #ChildWelfare #CivilLiberties #LegislationImpact #ParentAdvocacy #HumanRightsIssues #SocialJusticeMatters #CommunityAwareness #PolicyChange #justiceforsurvivors #justice4survivors #VoicesforVoices #VoicesforVoicesPodcast #JustinAlanHayes #JustinHayes #help3billion #TikTok #Instagram #truth #factoverfictionmatters #transparency #VoiceForChange #HealingTogether #VoicesForVoices340
Support the show
From the publisher's feed
MERCHANDISE SHOP: voices-for-voices.org/3QnokLU
SUPPORT THE VOICES FOR VOICES® TV SHOW AND…
Voices for Voices® is the #1 ranked podcast where people turn to for expert mental health, recovery and career advancement intelligence.
If that sounds like something that could help you grow personally or professionally, then make sure to join me by subscribing, following, liking, sharing!
—
Thank YOU for listening!
Support Voices for Voices®: https://venmo.com/u/voicesforvoices
To learn more about Voices for Voices®: linktr.ee/Voicesforvoices