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Inspired by Grammy Award-winning Rapper Lecrae's 2007 hit, on this week's episode of Roots & Rhythm Angie and Vlad share their personal journeys with faith and organized religion. From childhood church experiences to the ways they embrace spirituality today, they explore how belief systems have shaped their identities, relationships, and outlook on life.

The discussion turns to mainstream Christianity, politics, and the modern church—inviting listeners to reflect on where faith fits in today’s world and how it influences us all.

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This week, Vlad and Angie dive deep into the realities of racism as immigrants, as parents, and as people still shaping their identities in America.

Vlad shares his very first encounter with racism in school—an experience that revealed more about the system than the students around him—and how that moment shaped his understanding of support and resilience. Angie reflects on how racism has influenced her perspective as both a parent and a woman of Caribbean heritage.

Together, they explore how early experiences of prejudice ripple through life—affecting parenting, identity, and our hopes for the next generation.

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Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential.

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🎙️ In this week’s episode of Roots & Rhythm, Vlad and Angie dive into the complexities of building and maintaining friendships in adulthood.

As parents in their thirties, they reflect on what truly qualifies as friendship, what happens when we outgrow certain relationships, and how to navigate the painful reality of drifting apart from people we once held close. Vlad opens up about one of his most important friendships—a bond that began to unravel after he met his wife, leading to heartbreak, mistakes, and the tough decision to move on. Angie shares her own story of a friendship tested by family ties and breakups, and the lessons she carried forward.

This conversation is raw, personal, and relatable for anyone who has ever struggled with changing relationships. Tune in to learn how embracing your story can bring clarity to the friendships you keep—and the ones you release.

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📖 About The Embrace Method
Are you ready to embrace your best life? In The Embrace Method, Vladimir Louissaint shares a powerful roadmap to transform pain into purpose. Through raw storytelling, practical exercises, and hard-won insights, he shows how to turn trauma into a stepping stone toward healing, resilience, and leadership. This book is a beacon of hope for anyone ready to rise above adversity and unlock their fullest potential.

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