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I Am Refocused Radio

I Am Refocused Radio is a purpose-driven interview platform hosted by Shemaiah A. Reed. Through meaningful conversations with leaders, creatives, visionaries, and extraordinary everyday people who are shaping culture with intention, the show highlights stories rooted in faith, resilience, personal growth, and authentic real-life experience.

What began in a San Antonio barbershop has grown into a global platform featuring over 1,600 interviews.

Each episode invites listeners to slow down, think clearly, and reconnect with what truly matters—beyond trends, noise, and surface-level success. Built on the core belief that stories have the power to heal, unite, and awaken purpose, I Am Refocused Radio creates space for honest dialogue and thoughtful reflection that restores perspective, challenges thinking, and encourages perseverance. Whether you’re a creative searching for direction, a leader navigating responsibility, or someone moving through a season of transition, this podcast serves as a grounded reset—intentional, authentic, and deeply human.

Hosted by Shemaiah A. Reed
Watch full episodes on YouTube: Refocused Network
Contact: admin@iamrefocusedradio.com

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Thomas Wilson - Storytelling Meant To Supersede The Norm Mar 29, 2025

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Thomas Wilson, a passionate storyteller and advocate from Manchester, New Hampshire, has faced the challenges of mental health struggles, bullying, and navigating a system that often failed to support neurodiversity. Despite these hardships, he found solace in stories, poetry, novels, and music—worlds where he could escape the pain of feeling different and embrace his strengths. Through the written word, he discovered a place where he was not defined by limitations but by the limitless potential of his imagination.
Throughout his journey, Thomas endured the weight of judgment from those who should have been his greatest supporters. Yet, while others saw his diagnosis as a flaw, he found hope and purpose in storytelling. The power of narratives inspired him to speak, to share, and to recognize his own worth.
As he grew, Thomas turned his passion into a mission. He began sharing his stories with confidence, helping others find their voices along the way. Through his work as an advocate, teacher, and mentor, he created spaces where people could embrace their own narratives. His dedication led him to roles within agencies that valued his expertise, allowing him to break free from past traumas and ignite a fire of inspiration in those around him. As a mentor, he helped young people develop a love for reading and supported individuals on their paths to independence. His journey also led him to become a peer specialist, further solidifying his role as a guiding force for others.
Now, Thomas is embarking on a new chapter, bringing his passion for storytelling into the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Leveraging his experience as a group facilitator, educator, and mentor, he is using the power of immersive storytelling to foster community, connection, and personal growth. By designing meaningful experiences, he is helping others navigate their own journeys, redefining pathways that accommodate diverse needs.
Thomas Wilson continues to build bridges—creating spaces where all voices are heard and valued. With over 30 years of experience, he is dedicated to uniting communities through the art of storytelling, always leading with intention, compassion, and an unwavering belief in the transformative power of shared narratives.
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Nella Dwyer - ADHD Executive Coach and International Singer Songwriter Mar 27, 2025

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Nella is the Executive ADHD Coach, renowned for her strengths based, high-level leadership coaching for Creatives, Professionals, Company leads and Executives. With a proven track record of delivering exceptional results, Nella is the go-to coach for discerning clients who value excellence and are wanting to invest in their personal and professional growth and through an ADHD lens.
Based between Ireland and Los Angeles, Nella understands a busy lifestyle while having ADHD and the challenges (and rewards) that presents. Her expertise lies in working with individuals who are driven to achieve unparalleled success in their fields. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a company lead, a creative professional, or an ambitious student, Nella’s unique approach will help you unlock your full potential and reach new heights whilst gaining a whole new rebirth of understanding yourself and how you can finally operate at your highest capabilities.
With her extensive experience as a Neurodiversity Consultant for esteemed NGO’s and Multinational companies, Nella brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to her coaching sessions. She understands the challenges and opportunities that come with ADHD, and she knows how to harness its strengths to drive exceptional results.
But coaching is just one facet of Nella’s multi-faceted life. She is also a highly accomplished Singer-Songwriter and Composer, with a passion for creating music that resonates with millions. Her exceptional talents have been showcased in blockbuster games like World of Warcraft, captivating players worldwide. It is Nella’s ADHD strengths that have propelled her to such extraordinary heights in the entertainment industry.
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Lady Dr. Dhyana Ziegler - Midnight Train from Georgia - Life and career of William Franklin Guest Mar 25, 2025

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Midnight Train From Georgia is an inspiring and emotional journey through the life and career of William Franklin Guest, a founding member of Gladys Knight and the Pips. The book discusses William’s love for music as a child growing up in a musical family and the formation of the group. The book explores the group’s meteoric rise to fame, the challenges of the music industry, and the personal struggles of a man determined to leave his mark on the world. This is not just a story of Gladys Knight and the Pips; it’s a universal tale of family, faith, love, loss, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds. Midnight Train From Georgia captures the heart of an era, the music that defined it, and the man who lived through it all. It combines emotional introspection with the dynamic energy of music during the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s.
Dhyana Ziegler, Ph.D., DCJ: A Trailblazing Career Dr. Dhyana Ziegler has had an extraordinary career marked by groundbreaking achievements. She has been knighted, served under three governors, and founded ZCreators, a digital media production and consulting service that has thrived for over 22 years. Her extensive background includes work as a journalist, ad copywriter, radio producer, songwriter, and professor with more than 35 years of experience in academia. She has served as an administrator, contributed to numerous boards, and produced over 100 videos and multimedia works. She has also presented at dozens of international and national conferences. In the 1970s, Dr. Ziegler wrote the song "Time Moves On" for the band Strutt, which topped the music charts. However, one of her most cherished roles was as sister-in-law to William Guest, a founding member of Gladys Knight & The Pips. This connection led her to author Guest’s biography, "Midnight Train From Georgia," an award-winning book. Academic and Leadership Contributions Dr. Ziegler is Professor Emerita at Florida A&M University’s School of Journalism & Graphic Communications. Before that, at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, she held several prestigious leadership positions, including:

President of the Black Faculty and Staff Association
Chair of the Commission for Blacks
Chair of the Commission on Women
First and only African American elected President of the Faculty Senate (1994)
Inaugural Inductee into the University of Tennessee-Knoxville African American Hall of Fame

She also served as Chair of the State of Tennessee Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights and Co-Chair of Higher Education for the Tennessee Legislative Black Caucus. Government Appointments and Advocacy Dr. Ziegler has been appointed seven times by three Florida governors:

Five terms on the Florida Virtual School Board of Trustees
Two terms on the Florida Commission on the Status of Women (where she was elected Chair of both entities)

She is also a Board Member of Florida Tax Watch and has served as Chair of the Board for the Southern Scholarship Foundation. Additionally, she is an active member of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC), the Broadcast Education Association, and has held national leadership roles in the Society of Professional Journalists. Scholarship, Grants, and Honors Dr. Ziegler is the author of four books and has published over 60 scholarly articles, book chapters, and professional publications. She has been awarded nearly $6.5 million in grants and has received numerous honors, including:

Knighted as a Dame of Justice (2008, England) by the Sovereign Order of the Knights of Justice
Member of the Oxford Roundtable
Women of Distinction Award (2012) – Girl Scouts of the Florida Panhandle
2014 Trailblazer Award – Oasis Center for Women and Girls
2017 Women on the Move – ONYX Magazine
Legacy Leadership Award (2017) – Florida Virtual School
Top 25 Women You Should Know (2022) – Tallahassee Democrat

Educational Background Dr. Ziegler holds:

Ph.D. in Higher Education – Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
M.A. in Radio and Television – Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
B.S. in Journalism and Music (Cum Laude) – Baruch College, CUNY
Certificate in Management and Leadership in Education – Harvard University, Graduate School of Education

Dr. Ziegler’s legacy is one of excellence, leadership, and innovation, leaving an undeniable impact on education, media, and public service.
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Denise Clanin - Author of Heartfelt Romantic Mysteries with Purpose and Hope Mar 25, 2025

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Denise Clanin is a passionate storyteller who weaves romance and mystery into captivating young adult novels that explore themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. Her books masterfully blend the heart-fluttering excitement of first love with the page-turning intrigue of solving a gripping mystery. Writing became Denise’s solace after losing her brother to a rare medical condition, and she channels her journey into stories that inspire hope, redemption, and emotional connection.
Based in Idaho with her family, Denise is dedicated to crafting stories that are family-friendly yet deeply engaging. Her debut novel, Among the Stars, invites readers into a world where relationships and secrets collide, offering a thrilling yet heartfelt journey of forgiveness and trust in a greater purpose. Denise’s novels are a perfect choice for those who crave the charm of romance with the edge-of-your-seat twists of a great mystery.
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Denise G. Lee - Healing & Leadership Coach Mar 21, 2025

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Denise G. Lee is a Healing and Leadership Coach who empowers leaders and solo entrepreneurs to transform personal struggles into professional breakthroughs.
Having personally navigated the challenges of building a business while confronting deep-seated fears, self-doubt, and unresolved trauma, Denise understands that true leadership goes beyond strategy—it requires emotional resilience, clarity, and healing.
As the host of The Introverted Entrepreneur Podcast, she has led powerful conversations on overcoming obstacles, decision-making, and sustainable success. Known for her unfiltered, insightful, and practical approach, Denise brings that same energy as a guest speaker, ensuring audiences walk away with actionable tools to heal, grow, and lead with confidence.
Her mission is to help entrepreneurs break free from limiting patterns, develop inner strength, and create lasting success—both in business and life.
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Rhonda Britten - Fearless Living Mar 21, 2025

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Rhonda Britten – Emmy Award-winner, Repeat Oprah guest, and Master Coach – has changed lives in over 600 episodes of reality television, authored four bestsellers, including her seminal work "Fearless Living" (translated into 16 languages), and founded the Fearless Living Institute, home of Fearless Living Life Coach Certification Program, considered the Ivy League of Life Coaching Training.
She was the first Life Coach on television in the world and appeared for three seasons as the head Life Coach on the hit daytime NBC show, "Starting Over." Named its "Most Valuable Player" by The New York Times and heralded as "America's Favorite Life Coach," she brings the neuroscience of fear down to earth, giving you a path out of "not being good enough" using the "Wheels" technology she developed that saved her own life.
She's been read, heard, and watched by millions, coached tens of thousands of clients, trained hundreds of coaches, and now wants to share all she knows with you!
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Paula Froelich of NewsNation's The Scoop on the Disney/Snow White controversies and other gossip Mar 20, 2025

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Paula Froelich is a Senior Story Producer and On-Air Contributor for NewsNation. She began in January of 2022. She's a New York Times bestselling author and an award-winning journalist with over two decades of experience in writing, reporting, and leading start ups. S he is best known in New York for being the deputy editor of the New York Post's gossip column, Page Six, where she worked for ten years until June, 2009.
As Disney deals with the backlash against its live-action version of "Snow White" that has been deemed "woke," there's another problem behind the scenes.
There's massive tension between the movie's two co-stars, the liberal Palestinian supporter Rachel Zegler and Israeli queen Gal Gadot. Gadot - who was devastated by the Israeli attacks on Oct. 7, 2023 - is said to be furious with her co-star for publicly supporting Gaza. Last August, Zegler posted on X: "Free Palestine!" - the first of several similar posts on the outlet - and said in interviews: "I can't watch children die. I don't think that should be a hot take. We're nearing one year since the horrendous attacks in Israel on Oct. 7, but I've been following this conflict for so many years. Like so many people, I'm so heartbroken by the loss of life that we're seeing with these insane death tolls coming out of both regions."
For her part, Gadot has held several screenings of the film "October 8" and footage of the October 7 massacre at her home in Los Angeles for power players and recently appeared at the Anti-Defamation League's "Never Is Now" rally, where she said: "Never did I imagine that on the streets of the United States, and different cities around the world, we would see people not condemning Hamas, but celebrating, justifying and cheering on a massacre of Jews. This is a time when many of us in the Jewish community have had to find our voice and confront the hatred against us, even if it's extremely uncomfortable. That's been the case for all of us in every walk of life, in every profession, including my own."
And it's got to be really uncomfortable for Gadot to promote the movie alongside Zegler.
The two have kept their distance - neither appear in each other's Instagram feeds (although they both follow each other for the moment) - and, despite the duo presenting at the Oscars together, they will keep interaction at the March 15 premiere of "Snow White" at LA's El Capitan Theater to a minimum.
Even before her X posts, Zegler put herself in an awkward position after being awarded the role by criticizing the beloved original. As she told "Extra" in 2022, the animated film was "extremely dated when it comes to the ideas of women being in roles of power and what a woman's fit for in the world.The original cartoon came out in 1937, and very evidently so. There's a big focus on her love story with a guy who literally stalks her. Weird. So we didn't do that this time. We have a different approach to what I'm sure a lot of people will assume is a love story just because we cast a guy in the movie."
Other comments Zegler has made that offended Disney fans and conservatives include:
Skewering people who were upset by her casting and calling them "losers obsessed with maintaining the bloodline purity of cartoon princesses."
Zegler claimed her version of "Snow White" is "really not about the love story at all," a change she deems "wonderful." Instead, it's about Snow White's "inner journey" to "find her true self."
After Donald Trump's reelection, Zegler posted in part on Instagram: "May Trump supporters and Trump voters and Trump himself never know peace." She apologized for her remarks two days later.
And now "Snow White," which cost Disney over $260 million to make, is set to premiere March 21st. But thanks to the controversies Zegler and the directors of the film created, the decision was made to scale back the premiere, and coverage will be limited to photographers and a house crew.
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Andre Paradis - Build a healthy, long-term relationship Mar 18, 2025

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In this powerful episode of I Am Refocused Radio, we sit down with Andre Paradis—Relationship Coach, NLP expert, and Educator of Effective Communication. From dancing with legends like Michael Jackson, Prince, and Paula Abdul to transforming lives through relationship coaching, Andre shares his incredible journey of purpose, passion, and personal growth.
We dive deep into the secrets of building strong, lasting relationships, the biggest mistakes couples make, and the power of effective communication. Andre also breaks down the masculine and feminine dynamics in modern relationships, offering game-changing insights that will challenge the way you see love, dating, and connection.
Whether you're single, dating, or in a long-term relationship, this episode is packed with wisdom, real talk, and actionable advice to help you build the love life you deserve.
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Alretha Thomas: A Story of Resilience and Success Mar 18, 2025

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🎙 I Am Refocused Radio welcomes the incredible Alretha Thomas—an award-winning novelist, playwright, and actress whose career success blossomed in the second half of her life. From modeling to becoming a SAG/AFTRA actress, Alretha has appeared in numerous films, TV series, and commercials, including the iconic soap operas Days of Our Lives and General Hospital. She’s currently a series regular on Tyler Perry’s Assisted Living on BET, now in its fifth season.
As a playwright, her work has earned multiple NAACP Theatre Award nominations, with her play Civil Rites winning the prestigious award. Her literary career is just as remarkable—having penned 15 novels with over 500,000 copies sold and downloaded. Her latest thriller, The Daughter Between Them, was named one of Kirkus Reviews' top indie thrillers of 2024.
Beyond her career, Alretha’s journey is one of resilience and faith. Having faced childhood trauma, including physical abuse, molestation, and the devastating loss of her mother at 14, she has emerged as a powerful storyteller who inspires through her work.
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Tune in for an inspiring conversation as we dive into her journey, creativity, and the power of perseverance.
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Power Up: Transform Your Life & Business with Hilda Fainsod Mar 15, 2025

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Are you ready to take your life and business to the next level? In this episode, we dive into Power Up, the game-changing book by Hilda Fainsod, packed with powerful strategies used by top executives to drive lasting transformation. Discover how to turn your dreams into reality, embrace change with confidence, and unlock success in any goal you pursue. Don’t just survive—power up and thrive!
Hilda Fainsod is a powerhouse in personal and professional transformation, dedicated to helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential. With over two decades of experience working with senior executives and teams, she specializes in Mastermind, Mental Fitness, and Coaching, holding ten international certifications that validate her expertise in leadership and organizational development.
As a trusted partner in leadership growth, Hilda empowers individuals to embrace change, amplify their choices, and take decisive action toward success. Her work is rooted in the belief that true transformation is a journey—one that requires strategy, resilience, and the right mindset.
She is the author of Power Up, a compelling guide that distills proven strategies used by top executives to create lasting business and personal breakthroughs. She also shares her insights as a leadership podcaster, challenging listeners to shift from surviving to thriving in both their careers and personal lives.
Beyond her professional impact, Hilda finds joy in exploring new destinations, taking mindful walks, engaging in deep conversations, cherishing time with family, and fully embracing life. Her passion for growth, connection, and empowerment makes her an invaluable mentor for those ready to elevate their journey.
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