S2E97 - How Blind Man Became a Soldier of God

🎙️ Episode Details • Episode #: 97 • Episode Title: How a Blind Man Became a Soldier of God • Publish Date: April 14, 2025 • Clean/Explicit: Clean • Social Hashtags: #HopeWithoutSight #ShinePodcast #BlindProfessionalsNetwork #BlindTableTalk #JosephFleeks #FaithAndResilience #DisabilityAwareness 🎧 Episode Summary This special cross-podcast collaboration between Hope Without Sight and Shine was recorded live at the 2025 Haven Insight Expo. In this powerfully inspiring episode, Saylor Cooper and his friend Mark sit down with Joseph Fleeks, host of Blind Table Talk, who shares his life-changing journey. Joseph became blind at age 16 after being in the wrong place at the wrong time during a drive-by shooting. Rather than letting trauma define him, Joseph leaned into his faith and became what he calls a “soldier of God.” He now uses his story to inspire others through advocacy, public speaking, and community building. Tune in as Joseph opens up about overcoming adversity, finding identity in purpose, and helping others through his platforms. 👤 About the Guest Joseph Fleeks is a motivational speaker, podcast host, and advocate for the blind and visually impaired. He is the host of Blind Table Talk and a member of the Blind Professionals Network, where he supports and uplifts others on their path to independence and empowerment.

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🎤 About the Hosts Saylor Cooper is an international speaker, author, and host of Hope Without Sight and founder of Real Variety Radio. Living with a disability himself, Saylor brings empathy, insight, and boldness to every conversation. Mark is a longtime friend of Saylor and joined this collaboration to help co-host the live recording at Haven. His contribution added warmth and perspective to this dynamic exchange. 🌟 Voices of Hope Web Summit – Returns May 1, 2025! Celebrate the International Day of Hope with the second annual Voices of Hope Web Summit! After last year’s success, we’re bringing together another powerful lineup of inspiring voices to share stories of resilience, purpose, and transformation. 📅 Date: May 1, 2025 💻 Location: Virtual (Zoom) 🕙 Time: 10 AM – 6 PM Central 🎤 Want to Speak? Apply here: Speaker Application 🎟️ Register to Attend (Free) or Upgrade to VIP: Summit Registration Let’s make this year even more powerful than the last! 📡 Real Variety Radio Streaming 24/7 with inspiring shows and diverse music. 🔗 Visit Real Variety Radio 💙 Support the Podcast If you’ve been inspired by this episode, please consider supporting the show to help us keep sharing powerful voices like Joseph’s. 🔗 Leave a Tip 🙏 Thanks for Listening Please share this episode, leave a review, and subscribe so you never miss these powerful conversations!

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