Join us today for a special episode as we sit down with Rudy Campos Jr., the founder and host of Sweep The League, a popular platform that's taken the sports world by storm. From its humble beginnings to its current success, Rudy shares the inspiring story behind Sweep The League's rise to fame. We'll also dive into his experiences as a former host on 930 AM, and his time on shows like Sweep The League Radio and The Sports Dime.

But that's not all - Rudy has been a long-time supporter of I Am Refocused, and we're excited to announce that Fridays will now feature Sweep The League's livestream on I Am Refocused Radio's podcast, starting tonight, June 28th! This partnership marks an exciting collaboration between two passionate teams, bringing sports enthusiasts the best of both worlds. Every Friday night, Rudy will cover the latest sports news and updates, contributing his expertise to I Am Refocused Radio.

Tune in as we explore Rudy's journey, and get a sneak peek into what's in store for this new partnership. Don't miss this thrilling conversation that combines sports, passion, and innovation - only on I Am Refocused Radio!

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Marjorie Turner Hollman has completed four Easy Walking guide books, and the backstory behind Easy Walks--her memoir of learning to find joy in the face of difficult life circumstances. Partially paralyzed, she gets outdoors using hiking poles for support. A native Floridian, she came north for college and snow! A freelance writer/editor, she has appeared on Boston’s NBC Channel 5 TV news magazine show, Chronicle, Boston's CBS, news program, the Boston Globe, local radio and cable TV shows, and been published in local, regional, and national publications.

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Matthieu Mehuys is an upcoming award-winning author and passionate landscape architect whose journey from a family farm in Belgium to regenerative farming practices has led him to believe that landscape architects can indeed change the world. His fascination with plants since childhood drove him to become a landscape architect, a role he sees as instrumental in crafting environments that marry aesthetics with positive environmental impact. Through his work, he aims to empower individuals to transform their gardens into spaces that foster biodiversity, restore ecosystems, and reverse climate change.

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Deborah Jane Burke is a dynamic filmmaker, writer, hip-hop recording artist, and producer. As the daughter of Guyanese immigrants who grew up as one of the only Black families in a predominantly white Orange County suburb, Deborah Jane found refuge in writing and hip-hop, igniting her passion for social justice and storytelling through music. Her journey led her to Stanford University, where she penned an award-winning hip-hop musical inspired by a childhood nightmare of being trapped in slavery. The play was later developed into a short film and is now in the process of becoming a feature-length film about racial reconciliation called, Strange Fruit: The Hip-hopera.

Deborah Jane enjoys a successful Hollywood career, and has contributed to major networks such as FOX, TBS, BET, and PBS. Independently, she founded the House of Deborah Jane Studios with a mission to disrupt the status quo, amplify multi-cultural voices, and affect spiritual and social change through dynamic TV, film, theater, and music, with a particular emphasis on musicals. She is a proud alumna of the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts where she holds her MFA in screenwriting.

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Join us as we delve into the latest Supreme Court ruling on abortion pills with Sue Swayze Liebel, Director of State Affairs and Midwest Regional Director for the Susan B. Anthony List. Hailing from Indianapolis, Indiana, Sue brings over 25 years of experience in policy development, lobbying, and political strategy to our discussion. In this episode, we explore the implications of the Court's decision, focusing on state sovereignty, health and safety regulations, and ethical considerations.

Tune in to understand the nuanced arguments and strategic responses needed to navigate this complex issue.

Sue Swayze Liebel hails from Indianapolis, Indiana where she has worked for over 25 years in policy development, program design and implementation, lobbying and political strategy.

Sue currently serves as the Director of State Affairs and Midwest Regional Director for the Susan B. Anthony List in Washington, D.C. She is responsible for implementing the program’s mission of advancing women lawmakers who are dedicated to ending abortion by passing laws that save lives. This involves expanding the caucus’ membership of state elected women across the country and equipping them with policy, legal and communications tools. In her home state of Indiana, Sue is also the Vice President for Public Affairs for Indiana Right to Life, a statewide pro-life advocacy organization, where she assists in developing policy and lobbying strategies and serves as its media spokesperson on issues of human life.

Previously, Sue served the Communications Director for the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency. She also served the family policy council in Indiana, the Indiana Family Institute, by overseeing the Hoosier Congressional Policy Leadership Series, a leadership program specifically aimed at training conservatives for community service and policy leadership initiatives. She also coordinated its initiative to provide marriage and relationship enhancement programs, for which she is also a certified facilitator, primarily in jails and prisons.

Sue is a former Vice President with the Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce, where she represented the business community, working with local and state officials to advocate for business-friendly regulations and legislation on tax and fiscal issues, infrastructure, environmental and local and government consolidation. She also staffed that chamber’s Political Action Committee. She was also the first Executive Director for the Indiana Christian Chamber of Commerce.

Prior to her years at the chamber, Sue was Policy Director at the United Way of Central Indiana and was active in such issues as child abuse, senior citizen’s services and welfare reform. She founded the Children’s Coalition of Indiana, a statewide children’s advocacy group which played a key role in the creation of Indiana’s “Kids First” license plate.

Specializing in planning and management, Sue has a master’s degree in Social Work from Indiana University.

Most importantly, Sue is a daughter of the Lord Jesus Christ, to whom she has pledged her life’s work. She now approaches the political arena as a mission field for her Christian faith and strives to impact the lives of children and families by promoting life, marriage, and family issues. She is married to David.

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In this episode, we speak with Luaskya Nonon, CEO and Founder of Equity Principle Consulting, about her journey as a diversity, equity, and inclusion expert and her passion for helping leaders create workplaces where everyone can thrive. Luaskya shares her insights on the importance of equity, her approach to creating inclusive cultures, and her expertise on how to address systemic issues like racism and sexism in the workplace. She also discusses her own journey as a woman of color in the corporate world and how it has informed her work. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on how to build a culture of equity and create a better future for all.

About Luaskya Nonon

Luaskya's background is a unique blend of firsts and pioneering roles, both in her family and professional life. Being the eldest child and a first-generation American in a Panamanian family, she grew up balancing the high expectations of achieving success in the U.S. while honoring her Afro-Latina heritage. This experience of living between two cultures has given her a deep understanding of the complexities of identity and belonging.

In her career as an attorney, Luaskya often found herself as the only woman, the only Black person, or the only Latina in corporate settings. These experiences have not only tested her resilience but also sharpened her focus on creating more inclusive environments.

Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Luaskya's roots remain deeply embedded in the city. Her educational journey took her from earning a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Spanish at New York University to completing her law degree at the University of North Carolina School of Law. This educational journey, along with her years of experience as an employment lawyer, has equipped her with a diverse toolkit of skills and perspectives, enabling her to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion with both passion and expertise.

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About Cathelina Duvert

Cathelina Duvert is a writer and mental health advocate who has personally struggled with depression for many years. Through a combination of acupuncture, therapy, medication, meditation, positive self-talk, exercise, and research, she has found a balance that helps her manage her depression and live a fulfilling life.

Her Writing

Cathelina has recently completed her novel, THE BOX , a heartfelt story about a magazine executive struggling to understand her depression by uncovering secrets left behind by her late mother. The book explores themes of friendship, relationships, betrayal, and self-worth, drawing heavily from Cathelina's personal experiences. She is currently working on a new literary project and enjoys discussing the creative writing process and the ups and downs of being a writer. Cathelina has also written two previous blogs, one about her experiences as a bachelorette and another about her life as a newlywed, detailing how she manages her depression through challenging moments in her marriage.

Cathy's Cross: A Depressive's Positive Perspective

Cathelina's current blog, Cathy's Cross , is a platform where she shares positive thoughts and ideas that have helped her through her battle with depression. She hopes to use her experiences and writing to start important conversations about mental health and inspire others to find their own path to healing.

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ABOUT NANCY BIRTWHISTLE AND THE BIG BAKEOVER, FRIDAYS AT 8PM ON THE CW

Bakery expert, business professional and author Nancy Birtwhistle has been baking for her whole life. Starting out alongside her grandmother, she honed her craft over the years eventually becoming the Season 5 winner ofThe Great British Bake Off. Now, Nancy is on a mission traveling across America to save struggling bakeries. With the help of her master carpenter, Erik Curtis, she reimagines and revamps recipes, renovates storefronts and puts passionate pastry makers on a path to success.

From Velvet Hammer Media, THE BIG BAKEOVER is executive produced by Rebecca Quinn, Jennifer O'Connell and Tim Warren.

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There's more to Great British Bake Off 2014 winner Nancy Birtwhistle than meets the eye. Birtwhistle is a self-taught home baker who only took up baking seriously when she retired from her full-time job as a practice manager for a GP's surgery. And, like everything she turns her hand to, she became rather good at it.

Full of energy and brimming with ideas, Birtwhistle's is a force of nature and whether it's growing her own fruit and vegetables to use in her recipes, rearing poultry (including the Christmas turkey), training her dog (who made it to Crufts) or getting a degree at age 40, she doesn't do things by halves.

Born and brought up in Hull and the surrounding areas, Birtwhistle's first memories of baking are Christmas baking with her grandmother. "I now realize that she did indeed have a significant part to play in my love of baking. She was a true home baker and never used a recipe book."

Through devouring books, taking tips and inspiration from people she meets and lots and lots of trial and error,Birtwhistle has acquired an incredible breadth of baking knowledge. She loves the creativity of baking and the simple rewards of watching others enjoy something she's baked. Now a grandmother herself, Birtwhistle is determined to pass on her skills and knowledge to the next generation and show people that with a little bit of time, a lot of patience and a few simple ingredients, you really can make a perfect showstopper.

Birtwhistle is a natural teacher and can regularly be seen giving demonstrations at large-scale food events. She has appeared at The Good Food Show, The Cake and Bake Show and countless regional food festivals. She is also an accomplished speaker who is comfortable telling her story to many audiences as diverse as the Women's Institute to a room of female banking staff.

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