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Da Soap Box

68 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -

Da Soap Box podcast is a variety syndication that discusses critical issues revolving around day to day life. Through lecture styles as well as interviews, the various subject matter in the show will be discussed in detail launching listeners into a deep dive immersed within the intricacies of life, liberty and, the pursuit of happiness.

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Episodes

The Clan and Relationships Part 1

September 06, 2020 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

     In this episode of Da Soap Box, we dig deep into the dynamic of various relationships that happened while I was inside The Clan.  We explore a little of the Us vs. Them paradigm that Sifu was developing, and we talk about one of the hards and most difficult moments of my entire life.  This is going to be a bumpy one, and it's only part 1 of a 2 part episode.  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Clan: The Beginning Part 2

August 30, 2020 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

     This is the continuation of part one of the beginning.  In this episode of Da Soap Box, I discuss more of the elements of the early life in the clan and some of the most impactful events of year three and four inside the clan.  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Clan: The Beginning Part 1

August 23, 2020 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

     This episode was intended to be just one episode discussing the early years of "The Clan" and how it all began; however, there is so much content that needs to be explained in the first four years that I ended up only covering major elements of Year One and Year Two.  In this episode of Da Soap Box, we take a deep dive into the tip of my cult life experience, and here you find out how it all started, and you can see the seeds of the devastation being planted.  Many life lessons can be le...

"The Clan" Part 1: The Overview

August 16, 2020 10:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

     This episode is the beginning of the series called "The Clan".  In this episode, I give a brief overview of the cult that I spent ten years as a member.  In this episode, I also answer a series of questions that were sent through social media and discuss some of the foundational elements of being involved in a destructive organization.  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The New You" Part 5: The Power of Influence

August 09, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MB

     In the finale episode of "The New You" series, we take a deep dive into the one thing subject that is at the root of almost 98% of the decisions we make.  That thing we are talking about is "Influence."  In this episode of Da Soap Box, we discuss the need to understanding how to protect ourselves from the enemies at the gate or rather gates.  (The Five Senses) Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The New You" Part 4: A Time To Heal

August 02, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

     With any injury, healing is a vital part of the process of returning to wholeness.  In this episode of Da Soap Box, we take a deep dive into the understanding of the nature of healing, and why it is so necessary for our pursuit of a better us.  As we continue the series on "The New You", we look at the idea of healing the multitude of injuries that we have sustained throughout life.  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The New You" Part 3: The People Problem

July 26, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MB

     One of the biggest problems that we have in life is the influence that others have on our day to day activities.  The world would be a much better place if "we" were more selective about the people we spent our time with.  This week on Da Soap Box, we take a deep dive into the idea of critiquing our inner circle, and we also take a good look at the personalities that we need to keep away from us.  Remember, everyone is not good for you!Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

"The New You" Part 2: Success Is Earned

July 19, 2020 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MB

     As we continue the series on "The New You," we take a deep dive into the idea of success.  While many people have attempted it in their lives, so few have achieved their true dreams.  In today's episode, we take a look at the types of success that exist, the threats to success, and give a clear road map to achieving it in every effort that we pursue.  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The New You" Part 1: Know Your Value, Know Your Worth

July 12, 2020 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

In a world full of pain and suffering, suicide has become one of the leading causes of death and has contributed to the loss of so many young people.  In today's episode of Da Soap Box, we begin a series entitled "The New You," with this first episode taking a deep dive into understanding self-value and enlightening people to the stimulus that sometimes drives us to devalue ourselves.  There can be no future without us. Therefore we must work together to find the value in human life!  Support...

Let Freedom Ring

July 05, 2020 10:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

As we celebrate the freedoms that were secured on July 4th, June 19th, and many other days of freedom, let's stop and ask ourselves a powerful question, "ARE WE REALLY FREE?"  On today's episode of Da Soap Box, we take a deep dive into the understanding of the term freedom.  We take a look at the threats to freedom and the costs of securing it.  This is going to be a great ride, so let's buckle up and ride the freedom train!  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

You Don't Know My Story

June 28, 2020 10:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Have you ever gone through something, and it's shown?  Today on Da Soap Box, we take a deep dive into the ideology behind how people respond to your expression of suffering.  We take a good look at all sides of an internal problem and how we should move forward from each angle.  All of us can identify with at least one of the characters of this story!  Let's grow together!  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Father's Worth

June 21, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

    What would the world be like without good Fathers?  Today on Da Soap Box, we pay tribute to the thankless sacrifices that so many good men make being strong fathers for their children.  We also take a deep dive into the role and identity of the father in the household and give a little advice to those who need to be reintroduced to what their part is.  HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!! Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Growing...

June 14, 2020 10:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

The only constant in life is that things change, and in today's rapidly evolving world, things are changing every day.  Come with me as we take a deep dive into the understanding of growth, it's necessary elements, and how we can approach securing real change in ourselves.  We may want to see a better version of ourselves, but we have to commit to becoming that better version!  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Condition Part 2

June 07, 2020 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

As the country continues to wrestle with the issues of racism and inequality, Da Soap Box continues to dig deep into the source of the problem that we face today.  As so many people try to find answers as to what they can due to help change the situation, we at Da Soap Box have come up with not one, not two, but three things that can start people to move in the right direction!  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Condition

May 31, 2020 10:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MB

In honor of the recent events in our country, Da Soup Box takes a deep dive into the root of systemic racism and addresses the need for growth and change in every angle.  Now is the time to stop hiding from the truth about race relations in our country and work together to grow into the truly United States of America!  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hate...More Than A Four Letter Word

May 23, 2020 21:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MB

     In this episode, we take a deep dive into the sickness of HATE!  Walk with me as we take a look at the understanding of how hate is fueled and what motivates it.  Then, as we understand how hate operates a little better, let's arm ourselves with the power and knowledge to defeat it once and for all!  It's going to be a great journey, one you won't want to miss!  Support the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Faith vs Fear

May 17, 2020 10:00 - 27 minutes - 18.6 MB

     Step away from the world and doubt and unbelief and reach for the tools to help combat the continuous attack on your mind.  In this week's episode of Da Soap Box, we take a deep dive into the understanding of fear and how faith is the best way to fight against it.  Grab ahold of the knowledge that you are more significant and capable of great things despite what your mind may tell you.  Here we take the first steps in changing who we are by changing how we think!  Support the show Host...

A Mother's Love

May 09, 2020 23:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

     As the very first podcast of Da Soap Box, I decided to dedicate this episode to my late-mother the Rev. Wilena Johnson Hooks.  In this episode, I give great appreciation to all the mothers of the country and highlight some of the most memorable and meaningful moments of my life with my mom.  A mother is a significant part of a person's life that should never be taken for granted, and in this episode, I detail some of the things that we all should think about as we engage our mothers day ...