The Carlos Whittaker Podcast

You guys. I CAN’T WITH THESE INCREDIBLE HUMANS. My 2 new favorite humans on planet earth (sorry mom and dad). These legends are leading up the incredible organization called AIM (https://aimfree.org/carlos/) which is working to relentlessly rescue, heal and empower survivors of trafficking to be free. In addition to this, their protection programs are targeting the root of the issue by addressing the demand for purchased sex and protecting the vulnerable in the community. And the extra bonus you get? To be inspired to chase your dreams at any age… The Brewsters started AIM when they were in their 50’s. It’s never too late. Enjoy the convo… Leave your clean joke for next weeks show here… telb.ee/m0ukb As always we appreciate your reviews and you can keep up with these conversations on Instagram @loswhit Thanks to our Sponsors! That Sounds Fun - For a list of all the cities on the That Sounds Fun Podcast Tour, visit anniefdowns.com & grab your tickets now! Better Help - Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health. Get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/humanhope. PolicyGenius - When it comes to insurance, it’s nice to get it right. Compare personlized quotes by visiting Policygenius.com. AIM - Check out aimfree.org/carlos to join the Hope Dealers in the work of freedom alongside AIM! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Next week is our 21st wedding anniversary. And we are JUST BARELY figuring this marriage/relationship thing out. From almost calling it quits 10 years ago to thriving in year 21… We go all in with you guys… If you loved episode 5 with Heather and I just jawing back and forth about life you are going to love this one as well. I took questions off of Instagram and we answered your relationship questions as well as added some tips for how to spice your relationships up. Heave at times yet hopeful… This convo is one for the books. Leave a voice memo for the show here… telb.ee/m0ukb As always we appreciate your reviews and you can keep up with these conversations on Instagram @loswhit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don’t ever tell me that I don’t do anything for you.  LIKE GIVE YOU A NEW BEST FRIEND!  This is not an exaggeration when I tell you that Ruthie Lindsey is the friend you have been looking for. Ruthie is a guide and mentor to humanity. Helping people feel endeared to their own life, body, and soul. She has been to literal hell and back. But when I say back, I mean living a life of purpose unlike most people ever achieve. The good news? No matter how far away from coming alive you may feel… Ruthie shows us just how close to life we really are. You can follow Ruthie @ruthielindsey on Instagram and you can learn more about her at http://www.ruthielindsey.com/ Also please leave your best clean jokes for next week's episode here!!! telb.ee/m0ukb As always we appreciate your reviews and you can keep up with these conversations on Instagram @loswhit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I don’t know what just happened. I had a last-second idea to ask my Instagram familia to leave me voice messages on the best, most miraculous thing that has happened to them in the last 6 months… I thought I would get a few… “I got a new job!” messages… Which Are FANTASTIC… But little did I know HOW MANY MIRACLES AND HOPE FILLED STORIES would be waiting for me in my inbox. I’m honestly blown away and ready to hope forever. You guys are the real hope dealers. I’m just grateful that you let me gather you together. So if you are in need of some hope… From infertility to cancer, to job loss, to relationship loss, to dreams on hold… THIS IS THE EPISODE FOR YOU. Also here is my voicemail… Just click it and drop a note of encouragement for the Human Hope family. telb.ee/m0ukb As always we appreciate your reviews and you can keep up with these conversations on Instagram @loswhit This week's episode is sponsored by Better Help. An incredible and affordable online counseling service. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/humanhope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This isn’t 1+1 = 2 It’s more like 24x2 (−8x−3)(ax−2)−53. I don’t even know what that is. I just copy and pasted a hard math problem here. But the point is that it will be difficult… But once you get it…  You will use these tools on a daily basis when you run into conversations that need them. 6 steps that will help conversations not end up debates... Also here is my voicemail… Just click it and drop a note of encouragement for the Human Hope family. https://app.telbee.io/channel/8spzcygloi1-gwfkyvzqfg As always we appreciate your reviews and you can keep up with these conversations on Instagram @loswhit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oh heyyyyy touchy subject. Nice to meet you. I’d like you to meet John Eldredge. He is going to tackle this subject with precision and honor. To say John is a hero would be doing a disservice to who he is to me. His writings have changed my life forever. To be able to sit down with him and talk about one of his sweet spots was an honor. Oh. And yes... Heather is back on the podcast too. You're Welcome. Carlos also dives into his feelings as a black man watching the Chauvin trial verdict and what he feels should be the goal in policing. You know. Light fluffy stuff. As always we appreciate your reviews and you can keep up with these conversations on Instagram @loswhit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week has been heavy. U.S. Army Lt. Caron Nazario told Windsor City Police he was “honestly afraid to get out” of his vehicle in videos of the incident showing officers with their guns drawn during the traffic stop. A police officer shot and killed Daunte Wright during a traffic stop. Black America is exhausted. This week Carlos talks to 3 of his black friends. He asks one simple question to each of them… “How are you?” You will be amazed at how much healing can be brought to your friends when you simply ask that question. Our learning this week comes from the depths of the souls of these 3 new friends… @ejgaines @prophiphop @carinedynamite. Please reach out and let them know how much you appreciated them sharing their hurts with you all. This week's episode is sponsored by Better Help. An incredible and affordable online counseling service. As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/humanhope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last week Carlos and Heather left you in on the worst week of their lives… This week, however, Carlos fills you in on the blessing that was waiting for them a few hours after they finished recording this podcast. A blessing bigger than anything they could have imagined! But… In the middle of this blessing, Carlos comes at you with some authenticity that may surprise you. Even after the blessing, anxiety began to rise in his heart. How do you handle the anxiety when it rises? Carlos gives you 5 myths and 5 facts that will help you FEEL better. Carlos gives you 4 tools to you daily when anxiety rises. Carlos gives you 3 tests that you can learn to keep anxiety at bay. This is a very practical episode that will give you tools to use every single day. Follow Carlos @loswhit on Instagram to keep up with more Human Hope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week was the second-worst week of my family’s life. Our house got flooded in the Nashville floods. Our Bernese Mountain Dog Pope got really sick and we were at the vet ER with him until 3am. The next morning our favorite chicken Kris was murdered by an owl. Later that night we, unfortunately, had to go back to the vet ER and put our precious Pope to sleep. The next morning on our way out of town Heather gets assaulted by a suitcase in the Atlanta airport and breaks her wrist. THIS IS NOT A DRILL. How do you find HOPE in the midst of HELL? Listen to our story today and see how we found it. It’s closer than you think. Follow Carlos @loswhit on Instagram to keep up with more Human Hope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Gibbons, a Korean American Venture Capital & Hollywood production advisor, has risen as a leading voice in speaking out and leading a movement against the rise of Anti-Asian hate crimes in America. Dave unpacks 3 very clear steps that his white, brown, and black brothers and sisters can do to help the AAPI community in a season where they need us the most. Plus, Carlos shares his thoughts on the Boulder, CO mass shooting and how we need to be caring for our mental health in this season of trauma after trauma after trauma. Please visit https://stopaapihate.org/ for more resources on how you can help. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices