Born without a choice

What if the food sitting in your fridge had already been recalled—and you had no idea? In this eye-opening episode of Born Without a Choice, Victory speaks with entrepreneur Jordan Robinson, founder of Anxin, the innovative platform transforming how families approach food safety. After recognizing the dangerous gap between FDA recalls and when consumers actually learn about them, Jordan built a so...

What happens when science and spirituality meet? In this enlightening episode of Born Without a Choice, Victory sits down with Beth Wilson—best-selling author, intuitive healer, Biomagnetism practitioner, and founder of Quantum Leaps—to explore a journey that bridges conventional medicine, energy healing, and spiritual awakening. After a successful career in publishing, television, and media, Beth...

Life rarely unfolds the way we expect. Unexpected responsibilities, setbacks, and difficult seasons can leave us feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what comes next. In this episode of Born Without a Choice, Julia McClought shares how to navigate life’s chaos without losing yourself in the process. As a strategist, coach, educator, and speaker, Julia helps high-capacity women, caregivers, and entrep...

What if the biggest thing holding you back is something you can’t even see? In this powerful episode of Born Before the Algorithm, Marine veteran, Licensed Professional Counselor, and leadership expert Jerry D. Clark explores the hidden blind spots that quietly shape our relationships, leadership, and personal growth. Drawing from decades of experience in the military, corporate leadership, and co...

What happens when faith, intuition, and the unexplained collide? In this fascinating episode of Born Before the Algorithm, Eric Leigh-Pink shares his personal experiences with spirituality, intuition, and the mysterious moments that have shaped his understanding of the unseen world. Together, we explore the role of personal belief, spiritual experiences, and how intuition can influence the way we...

What does it take to rise above a childhood defined by poverty, instability, and constant uncertainty? In this inspiring episode of Born Before the Algorithm, Kevin “KAYR” Robinson shares his remarkable journey from growing up in deep poverty in West Philadelphia—moving more than 18 times before adulthood—to becoming a successful real estate investor with a portfolio of over 160 workforce housing...

What if the greatest relationship you’ll ever build is the one you have with yourself? In this powerful episode of Born Before the Algorithm, transformational coach, award-winning author, and TEDx speaker Christian de la Huerta shares his journey of personal transformation and explores what it truly means to live consciously. Together, we dive into healing emotional wounds, creating authentic rela...

What if true strength isn’t about fighting harder—but learning when to yield? In this insightful episode of Born Before the Algorithm, Jeff Patterson shares how over three decades of practicing and teaching martial arts and meditation led him to develop The Yielding Warrior Method—a practical approach to building resilience, clarity, and inner peace. Jeff explains how meditation can become more th...

What if fiction could challenge the way you see reality? In this thought-provoking episode of Born Before the Algorithm, Terrence L. Rotering—a retired U.S. Air Force officer and author of the Chronicles series—shares how his lifelong passion for science fiction, fantasy, and spiritual warfare inspired him to create an epic literary universe spanning thousands of pages. Drawing from his military c...

What do you do when life forces you to start over? In this inspiring episode of Born Before the Algorithm, Polis Xinaris shares his journey from watching his family business collapse during an economic crisis to rebuilding his life through personal development, resilience, and intentional growth. Polis opens up about discovering his purpose after attending a Tony Robbins event, building a successf...

What if the exhaustion, brain fog, anxiety, and intense cravings you’ve been experiencing aren’t simply “part of getting older”? In this eye-opening episode of Born Before the Algorithm, Functional Medicine Nurse Coach Nancy Thompson shares how midlife changes are often rooted in biology—not personal failure. Drawing from her own journey through breast cancer and decades in nursing, Nancy explains...

What happens when you get everything you thought would make you happy—and it still isn’t enough? In this powerful episode of Born Before the Algorithm, Peter John Mather shares his incredible journey from winning the lottery with his mother to battling addiction, surviving two suicide attempts, and ultimately rebuilding his life from the ground up. Now over five years clean and sober, Peter opens...

What if accessibility wasn’t just about compliance—but about creating better opportunities for everyone? In this inspiring episode of Born Without a Choice, I sit down with Maxwell Ivey, internationally known as The Blind Blogger. From teaching himself HTML after losing his vision to becoming a leading accessibility consultant and advisor, Max shares how resilience, self-determination, and honest...

What does it take to rebuild your life after trauma, addiction, and unimaginable hardship? In this powerful episode of Born Without a Choice, I sit down with Mr. Whiskey—U.S. Navy veteran, speaker, author, preacher, recovery coach, comedian, and host of the Couple O’ Nukes Podcast. Together, we explore the realities of military mental health, addiction recovery, suicide prevention, faith, leadersh...

What happens after we die? Can the living help those who haven’t crossed over? In this thought-provoking episode of Born Without a Choice, metaphysical researcher, author, retired U.S. Navy Commander, and Ghost Helper Tina Erwin explores the mysteries of life after death, grief, and the unseen world. Tina shares her experiences helping lost souls cross into what she calls the Heaven World, explain...

What if the secret to living with more peace isn’t doing more—but letting go? In this episode of Born Without a Choice, Margaret Agard shares how one simple daily practice transformed her life from overwhelming busyness to genuine joy. Once a single mother of eight, working full-time while finishing her university degree, Margaret found herself surviving on little sleep and constant stress—until s...

What does it really mean to choose God when life pulls you in every other direction? In this episode of Born Without a Choice, Miracle Sims shares her journey of building a life centered on faith, purpose, and authentic love. As the founder of God, Sex & Love, author, coach, and host of the GSL Talk Show, Miracle opens up about resisting temptation, strengthening your relationship with God, and li...

What if your greatest limitation became the foundation of your greatest purpose? In this inspiring episode of Born Without a Choice, Hollis Peirce shares his powerful journey of living with a disability, overcoming adversity, and refusing to let a wheelchair define his identity or his future. Together, we explore resilience, self-belief, breaking societal stereotypes, and discovering purpose beyon...

What if the biggest leadership challenge isn’t other people—but how you respond to them? In this episode of Born Without a Choice, Ilene Marcus—leadership expert, author of Managing Annoying People, entrepreneur, and inventor—shares practical strategies for navigating difficult personalities, leading through adversity, and mastering your own reactions before trying to change anyone else. Drawing f...

Can you build a successful business without sacrificing yourself in the process? In this episode, Victory sits down with leadership coach and HR strategist Traci Austin to explore The And/Both Method—a powerful framework that challenges the belief that success requires constant sacrifice. Traci shares practical insights on overcoming burnout, leading with intention, letting go of limiting beliefs,...

What happens when life leads you down a path you never planned to take? In this episode, Victory sits down with award-winning journalist, arts critic, and memoirist Sean Mitchell to discuss his remarkable journey from a sports-obsessed kid in Texas to covering Hollywood’s biggest stars and becoming one of America’s most respected cultural critics. Sean shares powerful lessons about following your...

What happens when a hurricane destroys more than buildings—it threatens a community’s history and identity? In this inspiring episode, Vicz sits down with Majella Mark, cultural strategist, filmmaker, and creative entrepreneur, to explore how culture can become a powerful tool for survival and rebuilding. Following the devastation of Hurricane Beryl, Majella shares the story behind the restoration...

What happens when life doesn’t go according to plan—but you choose joy anyway? In this heartfelt and refreshingly honest episode, Vicz sits down with Jessica Danel—author, entrepreneur, podcast host, and mother of three—to talk about rebuilding after life’s unexpected twists. Jessica shares her journey from building a million-dollar preschool business to embracing a new season centered on family,...

What really waits beyond the glow of the campfire? In this fascinating episode, Victory sits down with Robert O. Bowers—storyteller, outdoorsman, and author—to explore the mysterious world of cryptids, unexplained encounters, and the unforgettable stories that emerge from the wilderness. Drawing from decades of hunting, fishing, and real-life adventures, Robert shares chilling experiences that ins...

What if ADHD isn’t something to “fix”—but something to better understand? In this eye-opening episode, Victory sits down with Judy Richardson-Mahre, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, ADHD Coach, Parent Coach, and neurodiversity advocate, to challenge the myths and stigma surrounding ADHD. Drawing from over 14 years of clinical experience—and her own life as a parent of four neurodiverse chil...