Episodes

Send us a text We explore leadership lessons from Disney's The Lion King, examining how this iconic film portrays the journey from youth to mature leadership through Simba's story. • The Circle of Life establishes leadership as a circle, not a ladder – emphasizing contribution over position • Young Simba focuses on benefits of kingship without understanding responsibilities, similar to how young leaders approach new positions • Confidence without competence leads to poor decisions, as shown ...

Send us a text The Remember the Titans episode explores leadership themes, racial tensions, and community transformation through the lens of this iconic sports movie featuring Denzel Washington. • Sports movies powerfully utilize the underdog narrative to touch on deeper social issues • Coach Boone and Coach Yost represent different leadership styles—visionary versus pastoral • Leaders can't divorce their identity from their leadership style and effectiveness • Breaking down barriers between...

Send us a text Ruth and Jaquetta dive into the cult classic "Love & Basketball" as they kick off their summer series examining movies they had to unlearn from, breaking down the film's problematic messages about relationships, identity, and success. • Analyzing the movie in quarters, just like the film's structure • Unlearning identity limitations - you don't have to choose between femininity and athleticism • Character development matters more than talent when pursuing dreams • Leaders ...

Send us a text When emerging from crisis, we must reorient ourselves to new environments with new mindsets, as the habits and perspectives that sustained us during difficult times may not serve us in seasons of abundance. • The storm truly ends when you change, not when your circumstances do • True forgiveness is an ongoing practice, not a one-time event • Crisis reveals what was truly rooted in your life versus what was surface-level • Not everyone who was with you during your storm is mean...

Send us a text The second part of our storm series focuses on what to do during moments of crisis, offering practical guidance for navigating through life's most challenging seasons. We share wisdom on how to maintain your sense of self and purpose when everything around you seems to be falling apart. • Stop pretending about your situation and be honest about where you are • Give yourself time and realize transformation is not a microwave process • Embrace the Stockdale Principle - believe y...

Send us a text We explore the essential components of a crisis toolkit for millennials and middle adults who are feeling squeezed by life's challenges and uncertainties. • Community is foundational—know who's around you and be aware of what gifts they bring to your life • Being rooted in the same values is different from simply being bonded to others • Financial preparation requires doing things you don't want to do—budget, save, and possibly reduce your lifestyle • The YOLO mindset emphasiz...

Send us a text The Gardners join us to share their journey as a blended family, revealing how they built a strong foundation through commitment, communication, and adapting to unexpected changes. Ty and Ruth Abigail discuss how their relationship evolved from online dating to creating a unified family, demonstrating that love makes room for the unexpected. • Meeting on Facebook and moving from text messages to real connection • Being transparent about children from day one of dating • Adapting ...

Send us a text The whole Smith family gathers for an intimate, multigenerational discussion about parenting approaches, examining what needs to be preserved and what should be unlearned for the benefit of future generations. • Jacqueline Smith (mother) shares how "more is caught than taught" when it comes to parenting • Rev. Rufus Smith IV (father) reflects on giving his children what they wanted too easily, wishing he'd made them "earn it a little bit more" • The family explores differing defi...

Send us a text We explore how what comes out of us under pressure directly reveals what we've been filling ourselves with, just as squeezing a lemon produces only lemon juice because that's what's inside it. • Taking inventory of what we consume through our eyes, ears, and bodies determines what will come out when life squeezes us • Our digital footprints provide a practical way to examine what we've been filling ourselves with • Looking at streaming history, phone logs, and banking records fro...

Send us a text Juanita shares her journey as a single mother parenting her now 18-year-old daughter from age four, offering wisdom on co-parenting, building resilience, and evolving from teacher to coach. • Transitioning from a two-parent household to single parenting requires choosing trust with both the co-parent and eventually the child • The shift from teaching to coaching should happen earlier than most parents realize—around 8-9 years old in today's digital world • Technology management r...

Send us a text Erica Ramsey joins RA to discuss the profound transition from career-focused independence to motherhood and how she's navigating this unexpected journey while maintaining her identity and business. • Success in business doesn't automatically translate to feeling prepared for parenthood • Becoming a mother in the first year of marriage required a complete mental shift • The "glass balls vs. rubber balls" approach to prioritizing family and work • Counterbalance rather than balance...

Send us a text My friend, Erica Ramsey, joins the UnLearnT Podcast to share her journey from being a successful business owner to becoming a wife and mother during an unexpected first year of marriage. • Career women often struggle with the sudden identity shift that comes with parenthood • Planned trajectories and expectations must be reconsidered when life takes unexpected turns • Understanding the difference between counterbalance and balance helps manage life transitions • The concept of gl...

Send us a text God is moving us from transactional mindsets to transformational encounters that prepare us not just to receive blessings but to become capable of holding and sharing them. The real test of faith comes not in waiting but in the moment God starts giving us what we've been asking for. • Distinguishing between transactional relationships with God versus transformational encounters • Recognizing that the true test happens when God begins giving us what we've been waiting for • Unders...

Send us a text Settle in folks! Patrick and Shemika Harrington share their wisdom on navigating the challenging transition from parenting children to parenting adults, discussing the generational differences between Gen X parents and their Gen Z children in today's rapidly changing world. • The difference between commanding children and conversing with adult children • Understanding that "real parenting" often begins when children turn 18 and have full legal freedom • How to respect your adult ...

Send us a text Freedom depends not on unlimited choices but on clear boundaries that enable focused attention and meaningful progress. • You cannot focus on something that isn't properly framed • Like picture frames, boundaries help eliminate distractions and highlight what's important • True freedom isn't chaotic—it's responsible, enjoyable and safe • Struggling to focus often indicates a lack of proper boundaries • Creating frameworks starts with documenting what has worked before • Connect y...

Send us a text Eric Ballentine, Executive Director of Streets Ministries in Memphis, shares his journey through fatherhood, marriage, and ministry as someone who "jumped off the porch" at age 12 before finding his faith at 25. His powerful story reveals how his past experiences shaped his approach to raising children in a blended family and the lessons he learned about authentic manhood along the way. • Born and raised in South Memphis, youngest of seven siblings with an extended family that in...

Send us a text The time has come to break free from limiting narratives that keep us trapped in cycles of stagnation and disappointment. We must dig deep to identify and extract the thoughts that make us believe nothing will ever change in our lives. • Stop building mental frameworks that support your old life • Understand that the way you speak about your desires shapes your reality • Actively create space for the blessings you're expecting to arrive • Set tangible representations of your fait...

Send us a text Hard work isn't enough to become a billionaire or reach your greatest potential - consistency and acquiring new knowledge are the true differentiators that create extraordinary success. • Billionaires don't become billionaires just by working hard - two other factors make the difference • Consistency requires discipline and making decisions based on principles rather than feelings • Successful people are like waterfalls - what you see is the rush, but what powers it is the steady...

Send us a text Gain courage to change your mind and experience more freedom as we explore unlearning what we thought we knew about the church. Our varied experiences reveal the importance of personal faith and community outside the church walls. • Emphasis on personal faith beyond church attendance • Importance of community in living out one’s beliefs • Unlearning the rigid structures of traditional church experiences • Encouraging dialogue on faith journeys and experiences • Acknowledgement of...

Send us a text In this episode, we explore the significance of dreams and the need to unlearn limiting beliefs that hold us back. By reigniting hope and leaning on faith, listeners are encouraged to revisit their aspirations and trust that with God, anything is possible. • Discussing the importance and value of dreams • Examining limiting beliefs and how they hinder progress • Reinstating hope as essential for pursuing dreams • Understanding the blueprint required to achieve one's dreams • Emph...

Send us a text We welcome Megan back to the podcast for a crucial conversation centered around race. Through personal anecdotes and open dialogue, we explore the complexities and nuances of discussing race among friends from different backgrounds. - The importance of courage in changing perspectives - Creating safe spaces for honest discussions on race - The role of relationships in fostering understanding - Personal experiences that shape racial perceptions - The communal aspect of racial iden...

Send us a text This episode delves into the true nature of purpose and its often-misunderstood dimensions. We challenge listeners to distinguish their real purpose from people-pleasing, emphasizing that fulfilling one’s purpose can energize rather than drain. • The importance of purpose is often misunderstood • Central purpose: glorifying God above all • Confusion between people-pleasing and true purpose • Energizing purpose vs. draining activities • Purpose defined by who we are becoming, not ...

Send us a text The episode dives deeply into the complexities of grief and loss, featuring insights from Joinne Chandler, author of "Life After Loss." Listeners are encouraged to embrace their emotions and understand that grieving is a personal and ongoing journey. • Importance of asking for help during grief • Unlearning the perception that grief has a timeline • Navigating uncomfortable conversations about loss • Exploring cultural reflections on grieving • Honoring the journey of grief witho...

Send us a text Listeners explore the swift movement of God and the importance of unlearning limiting routines that slow our spiritual and personal growth. This episode encourages an active evaluation of current habits and mindsets to embrace the profound changes God is ready to initiate in our lives. • Discussing the consequences of waiting and developing comfort routines • Importance of breaking complacency for spiritual elevation • Exploring biblical themes: God's promises in Malachi 3:10 • S...