The Journey to Freedom Podcast
Journey to Freedom serves as an exclusive extension of the Living Boldly with Purpose podcast series—a platform that inspires powerful transformation and growth. Journey freedom is a podcast hosted by Brian E. Arnold. The Journey to Freedom is an our best life blueprint exclusively designed for black men where we create a foundational freedom plan. There are five pillars: Identity, Trust, Finances, Health and Faith.
Episodes
138 episodes
Does Your Sacrifice Match Your Ambition? A Journey Through Philip's Life
What if your greatest superpower was something you've had all along, without even realizing it? For Philip, it's relationships and genuine human connection that have propelled his remarkable journey from immigrant roots to global ent...
•
Episode 145
•
58:28
Locked Up Abroad: How a Teaching Job Became a Jail Cell
What happens when life takes an unexpected detour through a Chinese prison cell? Chancellor K. Jackson never imagined his post-college journey would include 14 days in a Beijing penitentiary, but this harrowing experience became the foundation ...
•
Episode 147
•
59:22
Breaking Free from Your Lie-dentity: Myron Golden on Be, Do, Have
How do you bridge the gap between who you are now and who you could become? Myron Golden, from walking with a brace due to childhood polio to becoming one of the world's most sought-after business strategists, reveals the transformative "Be, Do...
•
Episode 147
•
59:17
The Cocaine Chef: Stacy Harper's Journey from Crime to Redemption
What does the journey from drug kingpin to legitimate entrepreneur reveal about business, redemption, and the true meaning of freedom? Stacey Harper, once known as "The Cocaine Chef," takes us through his remarkable transformation from running ...
•
Episode 142
•
1:11:58
You don't need to see the entire staircase to take the first step. Ashley's Journey to Monster Success
Ashley, president-elect of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), takes us through his remarkable journey from early banking career to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur while maintaining his faith, family values, ...
•
Episode 144
•
1:01:16
Finding Purpose Beyond the Police Uniform: A Black Officer's Story
What happens when a detective puts down his badge and picks up a microphone? Kevin, a 22-year law enforcement veteran, reveals the powerful journey that led him from the streets of Brooklyn to a successful career in policing and podcasting....
•
Episode 140
•
57:52
The $12,000 Credit Card Gamble That Changed Everything
What happens when determination meets opportunity? Paul Tim Bundy's remarkable journey from Cameroon to entrepreneurial success offers a masterclass in perseverance, personal development, and financial wisdom that transcends cultural barriers.<...
•
Episode 138
•
59:54
The End Game Matters Just As Much As The Beginning
What does the journey from military service to mental health entrepreneurship look like? In this revealing conversation, Navy veteran Marcus Norman takes us through his remarkable path from Caribbean roots to owning multiple businesses across d...
•
Episode 116
•
1:01:24
Reconciling with Truth: How Understanding God's Purpose Freed Me from America's Myths
When six-year-old Nate Arnold watched Governor George Wallace block Black students from entering Alabama State University in 1963, he asked God a question that would shape his entire life's journey: "Why did you make me a Negro?" Growing up in ...
•
Episode 138
•
59:51
The Ham Ends Theory: How We Keep Making the Same Mistakes
Questioning the status quo often makes you an outsider, but as Django discovered, that position offers unique insights. On this episode of Journey Free Podcast, author and entrepreneur Django shares how being told he "wasn't Black enough" growi...
•
Episode 137
•
59:36
How a Tech Entrepreneur Found His Way to Goat Farming
Dominic's remarkable journey from Angolan immigrant to multi-faceted entrepreneur offers a masterclass in resilience, diversification, and authentic success. After arriving in America in the late 1990s, he navigated the challenges of assimilati...
•
Episode 136
•
1:01:49
Dropping 100 Pounds and Finding Purpose: A Story of Discipline and Determination
What happens when you decide to completely transform your life against all odds? Eric's journey from self-hatred to self-empowerment is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention.Growing up in Albany, Georgia, Eric Seay was always "the...
•
Episode 135
•
1:02:37
From Coma to Purpose: One Man's Extraordinary Journey Through Pain to Redemption
What happens when a man survives a childhood coma, endures years of abuse, and still emerges with unshakable gratitude and purpose? James W. Officer III's remarkable journey unfolds through what he calls "five chapters" – from being a sickly ba...
•
Episode 134
•
59:55
A Master's Degree in Life: Turning Depression into Purpose
What happens when rock bottom becomes the foundation for a remarkable life philosophy? Lenny Richardson's journey from debilitating depression to discovering the ancient Greek concept of eudaimonia reveals how our darkest moments can become our...
•
Episode 129
•
1:04:27
From Helicopter Flyovers to Presidential Travel: Daryl Williams Leadership Story
The journey from the streets of Compton to the corridors of the White House might seem impossible, but Daryl Williams shows us that leadership built on trust can take you anywhere. Growing up during the era dramatized in "Boys in the Hood," wit...
•
Episode 130
•
1:04:26
Carl Darden: A Life of Quiet Determination
Quiet determination becomes a superpower in Carl Darden's hands. The former Navy helicopter pilot and Johnson & Johnson executive shares his remarkable journey from Naval Academy graduate to devoted family man, revealing how military discip...
•
Episode 128
•
1:01:48
Wrongfully Convicted: How One Man Found Purpose After Two Decades Behind Bars
A wrongfully convicted man walks free after 21 years behind bars. How does someone rebuild their life after losing two decades? What mindset allows forgiveness when the system fails so catastrophically?Dion Patrick's story unfolds with ...
•
Episode 127
•
58:40
From Brooklyn to ESPN: A Journey of Faith and Mental Health
John McCloud's powerful testimony moves from the tough streets of Brooklyn to the corridors of ESPN, revealing how divine timing and personal surrender transformed his deepest pain into purpose. Born into neighborhoods where "nobody is trying t...
•
Episode 126
•
1:00:36
Can Purpose and Success Coexist? Exploring New Definitions
In this dynamic episode, we explore the profound intersections of freedom, identity, and community as integral parts of success. Our discussion is sparked by the recent Super Bowl and the empowering performance by Kendrick Lamar, which serves a...
•
Episode 125
•
59:33
How Healing Through Technology and Relationships Transforms Lives
In this episode, we delve into the complex and heartbreaking issue of parental alienation through the eyes of Dr. Jamar Montgomery, a remarkable individual whose experience as a young Black father exposes the often hidden battles faced by many ...
•
Episode 124
•
1:02:02
Finding Purpose Beyond Performance: A Conversation with Alan C. Paul
Get ready for an engaging episode where we dive deep into the journey of fatherhood with Alan C. Paul, a musician, podcaster, and devoted family man. This episode explores what it truly means to be a dad in today’s society, as Alan shares his p...
•
Episode 123
•
58:44
Purposeful Paths: Exploring the Heart of Meaningful Existence & Evderyday Life
Every person's life is earned through the stories they've lived, shaping the very essence of their purpose. In this episode, we dive deep into what it means to live purposefully, how one’s daily actions and career can glorify God, and the cruci...
•
Episode 122
•
1:00:39
The Journey to Confidence: From Chubby Teen to National Champion
Discover a compelling journey of personal transformation in this episode, where our guest shares how he evolved from a bullied teenager into a national boxing champion. With candid insights and relatable anecdotes, he reflects on the pivotal mo...
•
Episode 121
•
1:00:48
Rise from the Past: From Struggles to Success: A Conversation on Accountability
Join us as we navigate the transformative journey of resilience and accountability in the latest episode of the Journey to Freedom podcast. Our host, Dr. B, engages in a heartfelt conversation with a remarkable guest who shares his powerful sto...
•
Episode 120
•
37:58
More Than Just Stats: Building Better Athletes and Stronger Minds
Join us for an enlightening episode as we explore coaching beyond the scoreboard and into the realms of purpose, personal development, and character building. Our guest, Greg Walls, shares unique insights on how coaches can significantly impact...
•
Episode 119
•
51:54