Beyond The Label
Beyond the Label is a podcast dedicated to real, raw, and inspiring conversations with people who have risen above the labels placed on them. Through interviews with individuals and experts, we explore powerful stories of perseverance, identity, and hope. Each episode dives into personal journeys of overcoming — reminding us that we are so much more than the labels others try to define us by. Whether you’ve wrestled with stigma, stereotypes, or self-doubt, Beyond the Label offers encouragement, wisdom, and a reminder that a deeper, freer life is possible.
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Travis Misurell on Power, Politics and Giving People Their Voice | Beyond the Label Ep. 21
12/18/2025
Travis Misurell on Power, Politics and Giving People Their Voice | Beyond the Label Ep. 21
🛒 Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: www.vitalhealthmerch.com Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. People deserve a voice in the system that governs them. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with Travis Misurell, founder of the Future Is Now Coalition, to talk about power, representation, and why so many people feel disconnected from politics today. Travis explains how money and influence have pulled politics away from everyday citizens, and how digital democracy could help people see clearly who politicians serve and why that matters. What you will hear: • Why most people do not trust politics anymore • How money and power distort representation • Why left versus right keeps people divided • What digital democracy actually means • How transparency can change accountability • Why citizens deserve tools to make informed choices • How the Future Is Now Coalition is building a new system If you feel frustrated with politics or unsure how to make a difference, this episode will help you see that change is possible when people work together. 📱 Learn more and get involved: Website: https://futureisnow.org Social media: @futureisnow 🎙️ Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11 AM EST. #BeyondTheLabel #TravisMisurell #DigitalDemocracy #PeopleOverPower #CivicEngagement
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Ivan Smith on Recovery, Real Estate and Rebuilding Your Life | Beyond the Label Ep. 19
12/11/2025
Ivan Smith on Recovery, Real Estate and Rebuilding Your Life | Beyond the Label Ep. 19
🛒 Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: www.vitalhealthmerch.com Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. You can rebuild your life from anywhere. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with Ivan Smith, owner of Serenity Realty and Serenity Property Management. Ivan shares his journey from addiction and brokenness to building one of the top real estate brokerages in Ohio and Michigan. From losing everything during the market crash, to waiting tables while trapped in addiction, to restarting his career with a clear vision and a servant heart, Ivan shows what is possible when you stay honest, stay hungry, and stay connected to purpose. What you will hear: • How addiction pulled Ivan away from real estate • What pushed him to rebuild his life at 34 • How Serenity Realty grew from 8 agents to over 200 • Why people in recovery make powerful leaders and salespeople • How to get started in real estate with no background • The importance of mentorship and self education • Why authenticity matters more than image If you feel lost or stuck in your past, this episode will remind you that your story can still become something good. 📱 Learn more or connect with Ivan: Serenity Realty SerenityRealty.com His contact information is available directly on the site. 🎙️ Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11 AM EST. #BeyondTheLabel #IvanSmith #SerenityRealty #RecoveryJourney #SecondChances #FromLabelsToLegacy
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Dawn Duhaime on Grief, Kids and the Work of Healing | Beyond the Label Ep. 20
12/11/2025
Dawn Duhaime on Grief, Kids and the Work of Healing | Beyond the Label Ep. 20
🛒 Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: www.vitalhealthmerch.com Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. Grief changes your life, but it does not end your story. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with Dawn Duhaime, a longtime social worker, school-based clinician, and Executive Director of Spring Green. Dawn shares her heart for kids, the trauma she walked with them through, and the loss of her son that changed her life forever. Her story is painful, honest, and full of hope. She explains the difference between pain and suffering, why connection matters, and how showing up for others can also heal you. What you will hear: • Why Dawn was drawn to kids who carried the heaviest challenges • How trauma shapes behavior in the classroom • Why suspension and punishment often make things worse • The hardest part of working with hurting kids • Losing her son and learning how to grieve with truth and compassion • The difference between pain and suffering • How Spring Green began and why their workshops are so powerful • Why every child deserves someone who will not give up on them If you are grieving, caring for kids, or working in mental health, this episode will remind you that healing is possible and your story still has purpose. 📱 Follow Spring Green and learn more: Website: SpringGreen.org Facebook: Spring Green 🎙️ Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11 AM EST. #BeyondTheLabel #DawnDuhaime #SpringGreen #Healing #Grief #YouthSupport #FromLabelsToLegacy
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Jacob Spellis on Reentry, Labels and Rebuilding Your Life | Beyond the Label Ep. 18
11/27/2025
Jacob Spellis on Reentry, Labels and Rebuilding Your Life | Beyond the Label Ep. 18
Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. You are not the label on your record. In this solo episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob Spellis speaks directly about what it took to rebuild his life after incarceration. He shares the years of rejection, the struggle to find work, and the pressure of being judged by a label that did not reflect who he was becoming. He also breaks down the practical steps and mindset shifts that helped him heal, grow, and build a career, a family, and a purpose driven life. What you will hear: • Why a criminal record does not define your identity • How to rebuild your life when nobody will hire you • Why probation is the best time to get educated and prepare • The difference between a job and a career • How to protect your mindset from shame and rejection • The importance of changing your circle and finding people who celebrate you • Why discipline, counseling and accountability matter • How to combine street knowledge and book knowledge to stand out If you feel stuck under a label or past mistake, this episode will remind you that you can rebuild your life one honest step at a time. Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11 AM EST. #BeyondTheLabel #JacobSpellis #Reentry #Hope #FromLabelsToLegacy
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Dr. Atkins on Purpose, Perseverance and Trusting the Process | Beyond the Label Ep. 17
11/20/2025
Dr. Atkins on Purpose, Perseverance and Trusting the Process | Beyond the Label Ep. 17
Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. Purpose is found in the process. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with Dr. Atkins, a physician and youth educator whose journey took decades, multiple setbacks, and countless moments of faith. From failing college classes to joining the AirForce to a life changing moment on a park bench, Dr. Atkins shows that nothing is wasted and every step teaches you something that prepares you for what comes next. What you will hear: • How a childhood prophecy shaped his vision • Why he kept applying after multiple med school rejections • How the Air Force and mentorship changed his path • What pushed him to build clinics for underserved youth • The heart behind Life Storyz, his program for teaching and empowering kids • Why trusting the process matters at every stage If you feel behind or unsure of your direction, this episode will remind you that timing, faith, and perseverance shape the journey. Follow Dr. Atkins on TikTok: @adatkins1 Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11 AM EST. #BeyondTheLabel #DrAtkins #LifeStoryz #TrustTheProcess #YouthEmpowerment #FromLabelsToLegacy
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Jacob Spellis on Leadership, Pressure and Mental Health | Beyond the Label Ep. 16
11/13/2025
Jacob Spellis on Leadership, Pressure and Mental Health | Beyond the Label Ep. 16
Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. Leaders feel pressure that most people never see. In this solo episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob Spellis shares what leadership really feels like behind the scenes. From running a company to making quick decisions that impact families, Jacob opens up about stress, mindset, and the emotional weight leaders carry. What you will hear: • Why leaders often feel alone even when surrounded by people • The mindset traps that block growth and emotional health • How to block out noise and make sound decisions • The importance of self awareness and naming your feelings • Why rest, gratitude, and structure matter for long term success • How to stay grounded while carrying big responsibility If you feel pressure to always be strong or in control, this episode will help you breathe, slow down, and find a healthier way forward. Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11 AM EST. #BeyondTheLabel #JacobSpellis #Leadership #MentalHealth #FromLabelsToLegacy
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Ed Beczynski on Leadership, Community and the Future of Toledo | Beyond the Label Ep. 15
11/04/2025
Ed Beczynski on Leadership, Community and the Future of Toledo | Beyond the Label Ep. 15
--- Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. Leadership starts with caring about your community. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with Ed Beczynski to talk about leadership, community, and his vision for the city of Toledo. From growing up as the son of an immigrant to building small businesses and now running for City Council, Ed shares the lessons that shaped his work ethic and his belief in service. What you will hear: • How being the son of an immigrant built his foundation of hard work and faith • Why family and community are central to everything he does • His vision for revitalizing Toledo neighborhoods and empowering small businesses • The importance of mentorship, opportunity, and investing in youth • Why he believes leadership starts with compassion, not politics If you live in Toledo, get out and vote. Every voice matters, and every small act of leadership makes a difference. Learn more about Ed’s campaign: Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11AM EST. #BeyondTheLabel #EdBeczynski #Toledo #Leadership #CommunityImpact
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Matt Goode on Discipline, Recovery and Faith | Beyond the Label Ep. 14
10/30/2025
Matt Goode on Discipline, Recovery and Faith | Beyond the Label Ep. 14
Support the mission through the Vital Health Store:  Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. Discipline can turn chaos into purpose. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with Matt Goode to talk about discipline, recovery, and faith. Matt shares how he went from living without direction to learning that accountability and consistency are what truly lead to freedom. What you will hear: • How growing up without discipline shaped his early struggles • The connection between addiction, recovery, and accountability • Why he believes discipline is the root of lasting change • How spirituality and structure can work together in recovery • What he’s learned about leadership, honesty, and personal growth If you’ve ever struggled to find direction or stay consistent, this episode will remind you that discipline is not punishment. It’s freedom. Follow Matt on Instagram: @jamattican_n Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11AM EST. #BeyondTheLabel #MattGoode #Discipline #RecoveryJourney #FaithAndFocus
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Dr. Carnel Smith on Leadership, Education and Faith | Beyond the Label Ep. 13
10/23/2025
Dr. Carnel Smith on Leadership, Education and Faith | Beyond the Label Ep. 13
Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. True leadership starts with love, faith, and consistency. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with Dr. Carnel Smith to talk about leadership, education, and faith. Dr. Smith shares how growing up as the oldest child of a single mother taught him responsibility, how coaching led him into education, and why he believes every child deserves a chance to thrive. What you will hear: • How his mother’s work ethic and faith shaped his leadership • The lessons he learned through coaching and mentoring students • Why education and opportunity can change entire communities • How faith and service guide every decision he makes • What it means to lead with compassion, not titles If you’ve ever felt like your circumstances were too hard to rise above, this conversation will remind you that purpose and persistence can rewrite any story. Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11AM EST. #BeyondTheLabel #DrCarnelSmith #EducationMatters #FaithAndLeadership #FromLabelsToLegacy
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Juan Duarte III on Recovery, Pain and Purpose | Beyond the Label Ep. 12
10/16/2025
Juan Duarte III on Recovery, Pain and Purpose | Beyond the Label Ep. 12
Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. Pain does not have to define you. It can refine you. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with Juan Duarte III to explore recovery, spirituality, and men’s health. Juan shares how a family support meeting woke him up, why he stopped running from pain, and how he now builds community through Soul Path. What you will hear: • The moment he looked at his mother and knew he had to change • Why recovery and spirituality grow together • How to face pain instead of numbing it • Building Soul Path, Lion’s Den for men, and Rooted for women • Why community, honesty, and meaning help us heal and grow If you feel stuck or tired of running, this talk will help you take a brave step toward purpose. Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11AM EST. #BeyondTheLabel #JuanDuarteIII #SoulPath #RecoveryJourney #FaithAndHealing
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Judge Nicole Khoury on Labels, Justice and Community Change | Beyond the Label Ep. 11
10/09/2025
Judge Nicole Khoury on Labels, Justice and Community Change | Beyond the Label Ep. 11
Judge Nicole Khoury on Labels, Justice and Community Change | Beyond the Label Ep. 11 Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. ⸻ “If you trust me, I’ll trust you. You respect me, I’ll respect you.” In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with Judge Nicole Khoury, a Toledo judge and community leader who’s been called everything from a “bleeding-heart liberal” to a “conservative activist.” She refuses to accept either label. Judge Khoury talks about: • The stigma and blame judges face in the justice system • Creative sentencing that balances accountability and opportunity • How she’s helped hundreds of people regain their driver’s licenses • Why personal responsibility and honesty matter most in her courtroom • The story behind Acoustics for Autism and raising over $1.2M for families • How community and compassion can create lasting change This is a powerful conversation on breaking stigma, rethinking justice, and leading with integrity. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations on healing, identity, and purpose. Learn more about Judge Nicole Khoury: • Acoustics for Autism: • Event info: First Sunday in March, Maumee, OH Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11AM EST. – #BeyondTheLabel #JudgeNicoleKhoury #JusticeAndCompassion #AcousticsForAutism #FromLabelsToLegacy
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Jacob Spellis on Dreams, Battling Cancer, and Starting Vital Health | Beyond the Label Ep. 10
10/02/2025
Jacob Spellis on Dreams, Battling Cancer, and Starting Vital Health | Beyond the Label Ep. 10
“Hardship doesn’t have to define you. It can refine you.” In this solo episode of Beyond the Label, host Jacob Spellis opens up about his own story — the struggles, setbacks, and defining moments that shaped his mission. From incarceration and addiction to surviving a rare cancer diagnosis, Jacob shares why he believes dreams are the starting point for transformation. In this episode Jacob talks about: • Why labels like “addict,” “dropout,” or “crazy” don’t define you • The moment he dreamed of impacting the justice system from a bunk bed • Starting Vital Health and the vision behind it • Facing a rare cancer diagnosis and choosing purpose over despair • Why your dream should be so big that people doubt it • The power of persistence, faith, and writing your goals down This is a raw and inspiring reminder that no matter your background, you can turn the page, chase your dream, and live beyond the label. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations on healing, identity, and purpose. Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11AM EST. – #BeyondTheLabel #JacobSpellis #VitalHealth #DreamBig #FromLabelsToLegacy
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Healing Through Art, Recovery and Self-Worth | Beyond the Label Ep. 9
09/26/2025
Healing Through Art, Recovery and Self-Worth | Beyond the Label Ep. 9
Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. ⸻ “Rock bottom is where you get to rebuild.” In this episode of Beyond the Label, Jacob sits down with James, who turned his recovery into a canvas for healing. What started as sketches in high school became a powerful tool to process emotions, build self-worth, and find freedom from addiction. James opens up about: • Using art to sit with emotions instead of running from them • How music and creativity inspired healing in recovery • Struggling with self-image, self-worth, and internalized shame • Learning to be honest in recovery and why it matters • Why creative expression can be a safer path to tell your story This conversation is a reminder that you are not just a label — and that healing can be found in the most creative places. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations on healing, identity, and purpose. Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11AM EST. – #BeyondTheLabel #RecoveryJourney #HealingThroughArt #RealStoriesRealImpact #FromLabelsToLegacy
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Lashanna Alfred on Prison, Purpose & Breaking the Silence | Beyond the Label Ep. 8
09/10/2025
Lashanna Alfred on Prison, Purpose & Breaking the Silence | Beyond the Label Ep. 8
Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. ⸻ “Do not suffer in silence.” Lashanna Alfred’s journey has taken her from the pain of losing both parents to violence, to incarceration in a foreign country, to building a counseling center and becoming a published author and speaker. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Lashanna shares: • Growing up after both parents were murdered • Her experience of being incarcerated and giving birth in Trinidad • Why she wrote Behind Bars: A Chance to Change and her mission to break stigma • Building UChange into a counseling and wellness center • The importance of faith, resilience, and refusing to let labels define you Her story is one of survival, transformation, and purpose, and a reminder that no one has to go through life’s hardest moments alone. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations on healing, identity, and purpose. Learn more about Lashanna Alfred: Website: Books: Behind Bars: A Chance to Change and more on Amazon Podcast: Six Figure Social Worker
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David Nalls on Recovery, Responsibility & Faith | Beyond the Label Ep. 7
09/05/2025
David Nalls on Recovery, Responsibility & Faith | Beyond the Label Ep. 7
🛒 Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: www.vitalhealthmerch.com Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. ⸻ “Recovery isn’t a place you go — it’s the life you decide to live.” David Nalls’ story is one of pain, rebellion, and redemption. From a childhood marked by rejection and anger, to incarceration and addiction, to facing decades in prison — his journey could have ended there. But instead, David found faith, responsibility, and a new vision for life. Now, as the founder of Reconciliation Recovery, he helps others integrate spirituality, accountability, and healing into their recovery journey. In this episode of Beyond the Label, David shares: • Growing up without a father and the pain of rejection • How anger and addiction led him into incarceration • The moment of faith that changed everything • Why responsibility is at the core of lasting recovery • How he’s helping others rebuild through Reconciliation Recovery This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter how far you’ve fallen, transformation is possible. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations on healing, identity, and purpose. 📱 Learn more about David Nalls: Facebook: Website: 🎙️ Beyond the Label airs Thursdays at 11AM EST.
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Dr. Celia Williamson on Breaking Labels & Fighting Human Trafficking | Beyond the Label Ep. 6
08/28/2025
Dr. Celia Williamson on Breaking Labels & Fighting Human Trafficking | Beyond the Label Ep. 6
🛒 Support the mission through the Vital Health Store: Every purchase helps us break barriers and support families in our community. ⸻ “Sometimes being hardheaded is the only way forward.” Dr. Celia Williamson grew up in Toledo surrounded by limits, labels, and redlined neighborhoods. She was told she wouldn’t make it past her block — but she refused to listen. T oday, she’s recognized as one of the top social workers in the world, a University of Toledo professor, and a leading voice in the global fight against human trafficking. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Dr. Williamson shares: Her journey from failing basic writing to becoming a professor and global advocate, The realities of human trafficking — from manipulation to survival sex to exploitation, How trafficking really happens (and what most people get wrong), Why collaboration and community matter in protecting vulnerable youth, How resilience and purpose can turn labels into legacy This is more than a story. It’s a blueprint for change. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations on healing, identity, and purpose.
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Dr. Rachel on Building Sophia Center & Trauma-Informed Care | Beyond the Label Ep. 5
08/21/2025
Dr. Rachel on Building Sophia Center & Trauma-Informed Care | Beyond the Label Ep. 5
“Every child deserves a chance.” Over 30 years ago, Dr. Rachel founded the Sophia Center with a mission: to make counseling and testing accessible for children, adolescents, and families who couldn’t always afford care. What started with three staff members has grown into a community resource serving thousands — built on faith, compassion, and trauma-informed care. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Dr. Rachel shares: • The story of starting the Sophia Center with just three staff members • Why balancing mission with resources is always a challenge in behavioral health • The impact of early testing and intervention for kids with learning differences • How trauma affects the brain and why it must be addressed early • Lessons from three decades of serving the uninsured, underinsured, and underserved Whether you’re a parent, educator, or community leader, this conversation is a reminder that healing is possible when we come together to meet people where they are. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations on healing, identity, and purpose. 📱 Learn more about Sophia Center: Website:
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Dr. Singh on Mental Health, Addiction & Prevention | Beyond the Label Ep. 4
08/19/2025
Dr. Singh on Mental Health, Addiction & Prevention | Beyond the Label Ep. 4
“Mental health is the most important part of your quality of life.” With over 25 years of experience as a psychiatrist, professor, and addiction medicine specialist, Dr. Singh has worked with children, adolescents, and adults to help them find better emotional health and long-term recovery. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Dr. Singh shares: • The difference between treating mental health in the U.S. and abroad • Why prevention matters most for children and adolescents • How addiction takes hold in the brain — and why early intervention is key • The role of culture in treatment and recovery • How stigma and privacy barriers keep people from seeking help From the science of brain chemistry to the power of prevention, this conversation offers valuable insight for anyone working in — or touched by — mental health and addiction. Follow Vital Health: Instagram: @vitalhcare Website: –
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Dr. Michael Carter on Labels, Leadership & Living with Purpose | Beyond the Label Ep. 3
08/12/2025
Dr. Michael Carter on Labels, Leadership & Living with Purpose | Beyond the Label Ep. 3
“You’re not going to make it. You won’t be anything.” That’s what Dr. Michael Carter was told growing up. He proved them all wrong. In this episode of Beyond the Label, Dr. Carter opens up about growing up in Detroit, the labels placed on him from a young age, and how mentors, faith, and resilience shaped his journey into leadership. Now a respected speaker, advisor, and board leader, he’s helping others break cycles and build legacy. He shares real stories about: • Growing up with systemic stigma and racial barriers • The mentors who saw more in him than his circumstances • Why connection and compassion matter more than credentials • Creating community impact through faith and service • How business and belief can co-exist in the mental health field This conversation is about ownership — of your identity, your healing, and your purpose. 📱 Follow Dr. Carter: IG, TT, FB: @drmecarter LinkedIn: Website: carterdevelopmentsystems.com 🎙️ Beyond the Label drops Thursdays at 11AM EST. –
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JD Krenk on Breaking Cycles & Becoming the Man He Needed | Beyond the Label Ep. 2
08/12/2025
JD Krenk on Breaking Cycles & Becoming the Man He Needed | Beyond the Label Ep. 2
What if the labels they gave you were never yours to carry? In this episode of Beyond the Label, JD Krenk shares his journey from jail and addiction to becoming a father, mentor, and leader who helps others break cycles of pain and stigma. He opens up about: • Meeting Jacob during a jail outreach program • Holding onto hope when everything felt lost • Working with kids through Challenge Day • Healing from childhood trauma while raising his own children • Why vulnerability is the beginning of real leadership Whether you’re in recovery, raising a family, or trying to find your way beyond what the world says you are — this one’s for you. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations on healing, identity, and purpose. 📱 Follow JD on social: Instagram: @jd_krenk Tiktok: @jd_krenk LinkedIn: Justin Krenk —
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Dustin Dale on Ego, Faith & Becoming a Servant Leader | Beyond the Label Ep. 1
07/24/2025
Dustin Dale on Ego, Faith & Becoming a Servant Leader | Beyond the Label Ep. 1
What if the pain you hide is the thing that makes you a great leader? In this episode of Beyond the Label, Dustin Dale shares how childhood trauma, corporate burnout, and a near-death health crisis led him to become a servant leader — rooted in faith, vulnerability, and purpose. He opens up about: • Growing up without a present father • How ego nearly cost him his team • The moment he realized he didn’t love himself • Why leadership starts with healing • Writing his first book from a hospital bed Whether you’re a CEO, a parent, or someone still healing from old labels — this conversation is for you. 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more real, unfiltered conversations on identity, healing, and purpose. 📱 Follow Dustin on social: • Instagram: @thespeakerdustindale • LinkedIn: Dustin Dale • Facebook: Beyond the Horizon Consulting 📖 Books by Dustin Dale: • Learn to Lead by Serving – Available on Amazon • All books: Search "Dustin Dale" on Amazon or visit: amazon.com/stores/Dustin-Dale/author/B09XN7HV63 — #BeyondTheLabel #VitalHealth #MentalHealthPodcast #LeadershipHealing #ServantLeadership #FaithAndPurpose
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