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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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Latest Episodes:

Sue Swayze Liebel - Unmasking the Abortion Industry: Legal Battles and Health Risks Jun 21, 2024

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Join us as we delve into the latest Supreme Court ruling on abortion pills with Sue Swayze Liebel, Director of State Affairs and Midwest Regional Director for the Susan B. Anthony List. Hailing from Indianapolis, Indiana, Sue brings over 25 years of experience in policy development, lobbying, and political strategy to our discussion. In this episode, we explore the implications of the Court's decision, focusing on state sovereignty, health and safety regulations, and ethical considerations.
Tune in to understand the nuanced arguments and strategic responses needed to navigate this complex issue.
Sue Swayze Liebel hails from Indianapolis, Indiana where she has worked for over 25 years in policy development, program design and implementation, lobbying and political strategy.
Sue currently serves as the Director of State Affairs and Midwest Regional Director for the Susan B. Anthony List in Washington, D.C. She is responsible for implementing the program’s mission of advancing women lawmakers who are dedicated to ending abortion by passing laws that save lives. This involves expanding the caucus’ membership of state elected women across the country and equipping them with policy, legal and communications tools. In her home state of Indiana, Sue is also the Vice President for Public Affairs for Indiana Right to Life, a statewide pro-life advocacy organization, where she assists in developing policy and lobbying strategies and serves as its media spokesperson on issues of human life.
Previously, Sue served the Communications Director for the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency. She also served the family policy council in Indiana, the Indiana Family Institute, by overseeing the Hoosier Congressional Policy Leadership Series, a leadership program specifically aimed at training conservatives for community service and policy leadership initiatives. She also coordinated its initiative to provide marriage and relationship enhancement programs, for which she is also a certified facilitator, primarily in jails and prisons.
Sue is a former Vice President with the Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce, where she represented the business community, working with local and state officials to advocate for business-friendly regulations and legislation on tax and fiscal issues, infrastructure, environmental and local and government consolidation. She also staffed that chamber’s Political Action Committee. She was also the first Executive Director for the Indiana Christian Chamber of Commerce.
Prior to her years at the chamber, Sue was Policy Director at the United Way of Central Indiana and was active in such issues as child abuse, senior citizen’s services and welfare reform. She founded the Children’s Coalition of Indiana, a statewide children’s advocacy group which played a key role in the creation of Indiana’s “Kids First” license plate.
Specializing in planning and management, Sue has a master’s degree in Social Work from Indiana University.
Most importantly, Sue is a daughter of the Lord Jesus Christ, to whom she has pledged her life’s work. She now approaches the political arena as a mission field for her Christian faith and strives to impact the lives of children and families by promoting life, marriage, and family issues. She is married to David.
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Creating a Culture of Equity: A Conversation with Luaskya Nonon CEO of Equity Principle Consulting Jun 21, 2024

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In this episode, we speak with Luaskya Nonon, CEO and Founder of Equity Principle Consulting, about her journey as a diversity, equity, and inclusion expert and her passion for helping leaders create workplaces where everyone can thrive. Luaskya shares her insights on the importance of equity, her approach to creating inclusive cultures, and her expertise on how to address systemic issues like racism and sexism in the workplace. She also discusses her own journey as a woman of color in the corporate world and how it has informed her work. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on how to build a culture of equity and create a better future for all.
About Luaskya Nonon
Luaskya's background is a unique blend of firsts and pioneering roles, both in her family and professional life. Being the eldest child and a first-generation American in a Panamanian family, she grew up balancing the high expectations of achieving success in the U.S. while honoring her Afro-Latina heritage. This experience of living between two cultures has given her a deep understanding of the complexities of identity and belonging.
In her career as an attorney, Luaskya often found herself as the only woman, the only Black person, or the only Latina in corporate settings. These experiences have not only tested her resilience but also sharpened her focus on creating more inclusive environments.
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Luaskya's roots remain deeply embedded in the city. Her educational journey took her from earning a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Spanish at New York University to completing her law degree at the University of North Carolina School of Law. This educational journey, along with her years of experience as an employment lawyer, has equipped her with a diverse toolkit of skills and perspectives, enabling her to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion with both passion and expertise.
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Cathelina Duvert: The Woman Behind the Novel "The Box" - A Story of Hope and Healing Jun 21, 2024

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About Cathelina Duvert
Cathelina Duvert is a writer and mental health advocate who has personally struggled with depression for many years. Through a combination of acupuncture, therapy, medication, meditation, positive self-talk, exercise, and research, she has found a balance that helps her manage her depression and live a fulfilling life.
Her Writing
Cathelina has recently completed her novel, THE BOX , a heartfelt story about a magazine executive struggling to understand her depression by uncovering secrets left behind by her late mother. The book explores themes of friendship, relationships, betrayal, and self-worth, drawing heavily from Cathelina's personal experiences.
She is currently working on a new literary project and enjoys discussing the creative writing process and the ups and downs of being a writer. Cathelina has also written two previous blogs, one about her experiences as a bachelorette and another about her life as a newlywed, detailing how she manages her depression through challenging moments in her marriage.
Cathy's Cross: A Depressive's Positive Perspective
Cathelina's current blog, Cathy's Cross , is a platform where she shares positive thoughts and ideas that have helped her through her battle with depression. She hopes to use her experiences and writing to start important conversations about mental health and inspire others to find their own path to healing.
https://cathyscross.wordpress.com/

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Nancy Birtwhistle, winner of The Great British Bake Off & host of new CW show The Big Bakeover Jun 20, 2024

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ABOUT NANCY BIRTWHISTLE AND THE BIG BAKEOVER, FRIDAYS AT 8PM ON THE CW
Bakery expert, business professional and author Nancy Birtwhistle has been baking for her whole life. Starting out alongside her grandmother, she honed her craft over the years eventually becoming the Season 5 winner ofThe Great British Bake Off. Now, Nancy is on a mission traveling across America to save struggling bakeries. With the help of her master carpenter, Erik Curtis, she reimagines and revamps recipes, renovates storefronts and puts passionate pastry makers on a path to success. From Velvet Hammer Media, THE BIG BAKEOVER is executive produced by Rebecca Quinn, Jennifer O'Connell and Tim Warren.
NANCY BIRTWHISTLE BIO
There's more to Great British Bake Off 2014 winner Nancy Birtwhistle than meets the eye. Birtwhistle is a self-taught home baker who only took up baking seriously when she retired from her full-time job as a practice manager for a GP's surgery. And, like everything she turns her hand to, she became rather good at it.
Full of energy and brimming with ideas, Birtwhistle's is a force of nature and whether it's growing her own fruit and vegetables to use in her recipes, rearing poultry (including the Christmas turkey), training her dog (who made it to Crufts) or getting a degree at age 40, she doesn't do things by halves.
Born and brought up in Hull and the surrounding areas, Birtwhistle's first memories of baking are Christmas baking with her grandmother. "I now realize that she did indeed have a significant part to play in my love of baking. She was a true home baker and never used a recipe book."
Through devouring books, taking tips and inspiration from people she meets and lots and lots of trial and error,Birtwhistle has acquired an incredible breadth of baking knowledge. She loves the creativity of baking and the simple rewards of watching others enjoy something she's baked. Now a grandmother herself, Birtwhistle is determined to pass on her skills and knowledge to the next generation and show people that with a little bit of time, a lot of patience and a few simple ingredients, you really can make a perfect showstopper.
Birtwhistle is a natural teacher and can regularly be seen giving demonstrations at large-scale food events. She has appeared at The Good Food Show, The Cake and Bake Show and countless regional food festivals. She is also an accomplished speaker who is comfortable telling her story to many audiences as diverse as the Women's Institute to a room of female banking staff.
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Maurice Ashley - Move by Move: Life Lessons on and off the Chessboard Jun 20, 2024

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ABOUT MAURICE ASHLEY AND MOVE BY MOVE
At age thirty-three, Maurice Ashley became the first Black chess Grandmaster. From his time as an immigrant kid playing matches in Brooklyn parks to the highest levels of competition, he has brought his love of the game to a wide audience as an educator, innovator, and motivational speaker.
Using both personal examples and anecdotes from other notable chess players, MOVE BY MOVE guides readers through the essential lessons that chess has taught Ashley about life including:
- Seeing from the other person's viewpoint
- Balancing sacrifices and risks
- Embracing chaos
- Learning from imperfections
In short chapters with practical takeaways, this book reaches from the fundamental to the counterintuitive on subjects ranging from self-knowledge to strategic thinking to the importance of failure. This little book of wisdom is the perfect gift for anyone interested in understanding how lessons from the most famous and long-lasting game of strategy can help you reach your personal and professional goals.
ABOUT MAURICE ASHLEY
Maurice Ashley is a Chess Grandmaster, an ESPN commentator, a three-time national championship coach, and an author. In 1999 he earned the title of Chess Grandmaster, making him the first Black Grandmaster in the game's history, and in 2016 he was inducted into the US Chess Hall of Fame. He lives in Florida.
ABOUT MOVE BY MOVE
This is a collection of the most compelling life lessons chess has taught me over the past forty years. You'll learn how to build a winner's mentality, how to analyze backwards to solve problems, why learning through loss is a key path to greatness, how to balance sacrifices and risk, and more. And maybe, most importantly, you'll learn that to get to the top of the mountain, you must first conquer yourself. I hope these lessons change your life the way they have changed mine.
Get the book here: https://a.co/d/00vgsADR
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Dr. Ingrid Skop on the Supreme Court and Women's Health Jun 20, 2024

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Ingrid Skop, M.D., FACOG, is Vice President and Director of Medical Affairs for Charlotte Lozier Institute, leveraging more than 30 years’ experience as a practicing obstetrician-gynecologist to support research and policies that respect the dignity of every human life.
Dr. Skop received her Bachelor of Science in physiology from Oklahoma State University and her medical doctorate from Washington University School of Medicine. She completed her residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Dr. Skop is a Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, where she uses science and statistics to counter pro-abortion agendas, and is a lifetime member of the American Association of Pro-Life Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Prior to joining Charlotte Lozier Institute, Dr. Skop served for over 25 years in private practice in San Antonio, where she delivered more than 5,000 babies and personally cared for many women who had been harmed, physically and emotionally, from complications due to abortion. She has served as board member and medical director for pregnancy resource centers in San Antonio, Austin, and Houston.
Dr. Skop’s research on maternal mortality, abortion, and women’s health has been published in multiple peer-reviewed journals. Additionally, she has provided expert testimony at both the state and federal levels on legislation related to abortion, including standing firm against prominent pro-abortion politicians who choose not to follow the science regarding fetal heartbeat and development.
Dr. Skop is married to a physician and is the proud mother of two sons and a daughter.
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Finding Strength in God's Love: Takiya's Journey Through Darkness to Light Jun 18, 2024

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In this powerful episode of I Am Refocused Radio, Takiya LaShaune shares her inspiring story of overcoming depression, suicidal thoughts, and intimate partner stalking through her faith in God. Tune in as she vulnerably shares her journey of finding strength in God's love and how it transformed her life. If you're struggling with difficult times or feeling lost, this episode is for you. Learn how to seek God's strength in tough times and find hope in the midst of darkness. #faith #resilience #overcomingadversity #mentalhealth #inspiration
Takiya La'Shaune, also known as "The Inspirational Beauty Boss" is a trailblazing woman who stands firm on her foundation of faith in Christ. From hurt to hosting healing retreats and from homeless to housing and helping women, Takiya not only uses her platform in entrepreneurship to further her God-given vision but also shares her story of overcoming tragic and traumatic obstacles time and again. She is an Author, Entrepreneur, Mentor, TV Talk, Radio & Podcast Host.
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Abbie Halberstadt - Hard Is Not the Same Thing as Bad: The Perspective Shift That Could Completely Change the Way You Mother Jun 15, 2024

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Abbie is a devoted mother of ten, a Bible-believing Christian, and a passionate home educator who has also taught Spanish in a high school setting. As a fitness enthusiast, she enjoys instructing others in exercise and wellness. Abbie is also a skilled bargain hunter and has a flair for rearranging furniture to create a warm and welcoming home environment. She is married to a talented Renaissance man who excels in various fields, including software development and DIY construction. Together, they have built not one, but two homes, with Abbie documenting their first project and sharing their house plans and interior photos on social media. Additionally, Abbie is a published author, fulfilling a lifelong dream made possible by her faith and perseverance.
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Beth Pellino-Dudzic - Playing Hard (Perfection Saga Series) Jun 15, 2024

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Beth Pellino-Dudzic was born in the Bronx and grew up in Westchester County, New York. She earned a BA in Business Administration and worked at IBM. She has three adult daughters and a new Granddaughter. She currently lives in Alabama with her husband and their miniature dachshund, Truffle. Although The Perfection Saga is fictional, many of the stories hark back to Beth’s time in the Rock ‘n’ Roll world. Beth’s favorite pastime is football, everything football. She also is an excellent cook and baker.
https://perfectionsaga.com/
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Dr. Eric Recker That Dam Analogy!: How to fill up, stay up, and impact the world following a few simple steps Jun 14, 2024

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A proven path to transform you from burnout to thriving in a few simple steps...You are the dam. The kind that holds back water. As in Hoover...
You'll discover why inside the pages of this book.
Grasping this concept will change your life. It will also make you uncomfortable.
You might even have a eureka moment and say Aha!
How are we the dam?
We regulate our inflow and outflow. We are constantly filling ourselves up or draining ourselves of our reserves, or a combination of both.
We are simply the flow of energy through us.
How we regulate it is everything...
That's what you'll discover as you read this book. How to manage inflow and outflow.

How to get rid of burnout.
Reduce overwhelm.
Regulate your emotions.

When we find the proper balance between being filled up and pouring out that is sustainable, we have achieved the sweet spot.
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