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11/21/2025

The breakthrough that started everything.

Elizabeth Quiroz used to live in fear: "I was ready to hurt people before they hurt me". That changed in custody, thanks to a simple act of genuine, non-judgmental mentorship.

"Brother Marty" would pull her out of her cell and just let her talk. He never judged her. Instead of shaming her for her constant fights, he offered strategies.

Elizabeth tried the strategies and started walking away from the fights.

This displayed God's love to her , brought her wall down , and made her hungry to search for faith on her own terms.

Watch the full episode to hear how Elizabeth now uses this non-judgmental approach in her own advocacy!

Link: https://youtu.be/22pQ3YAKAkw

11/19/2025

After years of pain and shame, Elizabeth Quiroz was finally given the one truth she needed to hear: she was a survivor of human trafficking.

She realized she wasn't a criminal or a pr******te; she was a victim who overcame the unsurvivable.

That affirmation gave her the power to shed her shame and find her voice.

This is the exact turning point that launched her healing journey and her mission with Redemption House.

Watch the full episode to hear how Elizabeth built her life on this transformative truth!

11/18/2025

The Power of Lived Experience.

Turning Battle Wounds into Global Purpose. Our new episode with Elizabeth Quiroz, MA, is LIVE!

This is essential listening for leaders in social justice, reformation, and non-profit strategy. Elizabeth Quiroz, Author ("Purifying the Flame") and Founder of Redemption House, shares her incredible journey overcoming generational trauma, addiction, and 11 years of human trafficking.

In this profound discussion, she provides a masterclass in resilience and collaboration:

1. The Critical Realization: The moment she shattered shame and realized: "You're a survivor of human trafficking," not a criminal.
2. Non-Judgmental Mentorship: How a pastor in a jail cell was the catalyst for her healing and spiritual transformation.
3. Global Purpose: Her commitment to advocacy, including pursuing her doctorate and studying forgiveness and reconciliation in Rwanda.

Elizabeth's story proves that the greatest asset in social work is lived experience.

Listen now to understand the true cost and reward of redemption.

Stream the full episode on Spotify and YouTube now!

🔗 https://youtu.be/22pQ3YAKAkw

⚠️ TRIGGER WARNING: VIEWER DISCRETION IS ADVISED ⚠️ This episode contains discussions of severe generational trauma, sexual abuse, addiction, incarceration, ...

11/17/2025

The Power of Lived Experience: Turning Battle Wounds into Global Purpose.

Tomorrow, we feature Elizabeth Quiroz, Author of "Purifying the Flame" and Founder of Redemption House. Her professional and advocacy work is built upon overcoming generational trauma, addiction, and 11 years of human trafficking.

In this essential discussion, Elizabeth provides a masterclass in resilience and collaboration:

1. The crucial moment of realisation: "You're a survivor of human trafficking".
2. The non-judgmental mentorship that led to healing while incarcerated.
3. Her commitment to global advocacy, including her recent trip to Rwanda to study forgiveness and reconciliation.
4. Essential listening for leaders in social justice and reformation.

Episode coming up tomorrow!

11/14/2025

Three years ago, Kathy Chao Rothberg sensed a major administrative shift was coming, leading her organization to make a crucial strategic decision: pivot into licensed healthcare.

The cost was immense:

A $500K investment in accreditation and credentialing.

A 9-month delay in payment after delivering services.

Forcing the organization to borrow money at 7% to 10% interest just to run the mission.

This reel captures the moment they discuss crossing that massive financial barrier to entry. It's a masterclass in resilient, future-proofing leadership.

11/13/2025

We're celebrating a massive milestone with Kathy Chao Rothberg! For 45 years, her organization has been driving profound change across Northern California.

This isn't just outreach—this is generational transformation:
1. High School Diplomas & College Degrees
2. Securing Jobs and Increasing Income
3. Buying a Home and Starting a Business
4. Improving Marriage, Mental Health, and Family Relationships

It has been an amazing journey, and the ripple effect of this work is truly incredible.

We dive into the stories behind the numbers in our full episode.

Watch the full episode now!

11/11/2025

The new Innovat3 episode with Kathy Chao Rothberg is a must-listen for every leader in the social sector.

Kathy's organisation has transformed the lives of 500,000 individuals through education, career development, and housing initiatives. Yet, she reveals that major funding delays and a $1.8 million contract loss (due to the cancellation of the refugee program) are forcing them to borrow money to keep their doors open.

We discuss the strategic pivots:

1. The half-million-dollar investment to move into licensed healthcare services.
2. The necessity of seeking private sector support.
3. The resilience required to lead through political and economic chaos.

Listen to the full story of survival and vision!

Stream Now on Spotify & YouTube!

🔗 https://youtu.be/wC1earzEq98

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kathy Chao Rothberg, CEO of a major social innovation organization, to celebrate a staggering milestone and discus...

11/07/2025

It's the small moments of affirmation that last a lifetime.

Corwin was just a practice squad guy with the Rams, running a simple dig route, when he had to fully stretch out and snag a pass one-handed from Jim Everett.

But the real highlight? When the offensive coordinator paused the film in the meeting room and simply said: "Wow, great catch Corwin."

That moment of praise, acknowledging the hard work of an underdog, resonated more than any starting spot. It proves that character and effort are always seen.

Watch Part 2 and hear how Corwin used that affirmation to fuel a life of global impact!

11/05/2025

When the NFL calls, you drop everything. Literally.

Corwin details the absolutely insane 2-hour window he had to pack his bags and move across the country after the Jets signed him.

This is the reality of the league: no warning, no time to think, just GO.
his clip is just the start of the story.

In the full episode, Corwin explains why this kind of sudden, high-stakes chaos is part of the problem for players, leading to shocking statistics where 80% of NFL players face divorce, bankruptcy, or unemployment within two years of leaving the game.

Listen to the full episode to hear how Corwin survived this unstable start, faced his own personal "cheeseburger moment," and now uses the massive platform of the Super Bowl Breakfast to give young people stability, mentorship, and a clear vision for life after the lights fade.

11/04/2025

In the highly anticipated Part 2 of our conversation, we dive deeper with Corwin Anthony as he discusses the surprising reality of life after the NFL and his current role as a social entrepreneur leveraging one of the biggest stages in sports for massive impact.

You won't believe the full journey:

The Sudden Start & End: Corwin was signed by the Jets with a two-hour notice to get on a plane! His career ended up being just 14 months long.

The Crisis: He shares the struggles that await many players, recalling the statistic that within two years, 80% of former NFL players were divorced, bankrupt, or unemployed.

The Calling & The Low Point: Hear his candid story of transitioning to missionary work, including the moment he searched his car for nickels to buy a junior cheeseburger.

The Victory: Today, he directs the NFL-sanctioned Super Bowl Breakfast and created the Horizon Sponsorship to bring over 100 underserved kids to the event, providing mentorship and STEM opportunities.

This episode is about faith, failure, and finding a purpose bigger than the game.

Tap below to watch or listen now!

Link: https://youtu.be/3J65Yk3vH0g

In the highly anticipated Part 2 of our conversation, we dive deeper with Corwin as he discusses the surprising reality of life after the NFL and his current...

11/03/2025

Get ready for Part 2 of our powerful conversation with Corwin dropping tomorrow!

From an unexpected 14-month NFL career to becoming a missionary and the Director of the Super Bowl Breakfast, Corwin's story is all about finding purpose after the bright lights fade.

In this episode, we dive deep into:
The raw reality of an average 3-year NFL career and what happens next.

How he's leveraging the massive platform of the NFL-sanctioned Super Bowl Breakfast for global outreach.

The incredible "Horizon Sponsorship" initiative brings underserved youth to the event for a transformative, life-changing experience, complete with STEM activations.

You don't want to miss the vision for impact!

Hosted by Ted Hahs

Watch & listen on Spotify & YouTube!

The episode goes live tomorrow.

10/31/2025

In leadership, business, and personal growth, we often operate with a degree of perceived certainty. But what happens when a fundamental assumption is challenged, revealing a critical blind spot?

In this powerful clip from the Innovate Podcast, Corwin Anthony recounts a pivotal moment in his youth where a seemingly simple question about his faith ("How sure are you you're going to heaven?") led to a profound awakening. His confident "75%" was met with an uncomfortably direct truth: "Your answer can only be 0 or 100."

This incident, initially met with anger, ultimately exposed Corwin's lack of foundational understanding. It serves as a potent reminder for all of us:

The Importance of Core Principles: Are we truly grounded in our fundamental beliefs, or operating on assumptions?

Challenging Perceived Certainty: The courage to question our own confidence and seek deeper understanding.

Growth Through Discomfort: How confronting an uncomfortable truth can be the catalyst for genuine transformation.

This powerful story from Corwin Anthony offers valuable lessons in self-reflection and the pursuit of foundational clarity.

Watch the full episode now on YouTube & Spotify!