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She didn’t go looking for this. It found her. When Tawni stumbled into the world of polygamist communities, she thought she was documenting a fringe lifestyle. What she uncovered was far darker: a system of control, silence, and abuse hiding in plain sight. In this episode, Tawni takes us inside polygamist communities, where women and children are exploited, and taught that suffering is sacred. With courage and compassion, she shares the raw truth of what it takes to expose the abuse—and what it costs the people trying to escape. Key Moments: * How Tawni’s accidental investigation turned into a life mission * The horrifying patterns of abuse few are willing to talk about * Why “choice” is an illusion in these communities * The emotional and practical aftermath for survivors trying to rebuild This is more than a story of injustice—it’s a call to action. Tawni’s work reminds us that change starts when one person refuses to look away.

How do you take a broken system, break it down, and rebuild it to work better? In this episode of Bold and INSPIRED Leaders, we sit down with Bahador Rahimi, founder and EVP of AutoSquared.AI, to discuss his bold vision for transforming auto finance through AI and automation. We’ll explore the moment he and his team realized they could disrupt an entire industry, the risks they took to bring their solution to life, and the pushback they’ve faced along the way. But not everyone is resistant to change—some are eager to jump on board. Join us as we unpack what it takes to lead innovation in an industry resistant to change and why simplicity is the key to solving even the most complex challenges. Listen now! Connect with Bahador on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bahador-r-01a32aa3/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bahador-r-01a32aa3/] Connect with AutoSquared.AI on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/98783995/admin/dashboard/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/98783995/admin/dashboard/] AutoSquared.AI's Website: https://autosquared.ai/ [https://autosquared.ai/] INSPIRED Vibe's Website: https://inspiredvibe.com/ [https://inspiredvibe.com/] Connect with INSPIRED Vibe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspirethevibe?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== [https://www.instagram.com/inspirethevibe?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==] Connect with INSPIRED Vibe on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inspirethevibe [https://www.facebook.com/inspirethevibe] Connect with INSPIRED Vibe on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@inspirethevibe?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc [https://www.tiktok.com/@inspirethevibe?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc]

Should everyone—no matter their crime—have the right to a strong defense? It’s a question that forces us to rethink justice beyond guilt or innocence. In this episode of Bold and INSPIRED Leaders, professional investigator and podcast host Justin Yentes takes us inside the complexities of the legal system, where investigative work can mean the difference between fairness and failure. We’ll break down sentencing disparities, challenge black-and-white perceptions of crime and punishment, and explore what it takes to stand for due process—even when it’s unpopular. Tune in for a conversation that pushes beyond assumptions and reveals the real impact of investigative leadership in the justice system. Listen now! Connect with Truth Be Found on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truthbefoundpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/truthbefoundpodcast/] Connect with Truth Be Found on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1A4b7PjhaG/?mibextid=wwXIfr [https://www.facebook.com/share/1A4b7PjhaG/?mibextid=wwXIfr] Connect with Truth Be Found on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@truthbefoundpodcast [https://www.tiktok.com/@truthbefoundpodcast] Connect with Truth Be Found on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3gAFoH_AQSvPYhsQ6Lw7rr0tYrg0wIiW [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3gAFoH_AQSvPYhsQ6Lw7rr0tYrg0wIiW] Listen to the Truth Be Found Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7eZUbPYorsiQ27ZgRnOtY4?si=8bf188a1feaa4e1f [https://open.spotify.com/show/7eZUbPYorsiQ27ZgRnOtY4?si=8bf188a1feaa4e1f] Arizona Investigative Associates' Website: https://azprivateinvestigator.com/ [https://azprivateinvestigator.com/]

What drives someone to retire early from a successful 25-year career to build something new? In this episode, Yrefy's Chief Investment Officer, Laine Schoneberger, reveals how a chance client relationship became the partnership revolutionizing the student loan industry. Join us as Laine shares insights on strategic risk-taking, the power of aligned partnerships, and how to maintain momentum during rapid growth. Tune in now to hear the inspiring story of how Laine and his partner combined their expertise to build a company where everybody, from investors to employees to borrowers, WINS, and learn why their company is just getting started. https://www.linkedin.com/in/laine-schoneberger-501b4710/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/laine-schoneberger-501b4710/] https://yrefy.com/ [https://yrefy.com/] https://open.spotify.com/episode/0KZoIVE8rCeuJKz6hQvjyo?si=K7V78xwuS9i4_dpN4oKvog [https://open.spotify.com/episode/0KZoIVE8rCeuJKz6hQvjyo?si=K7V78xwuS9i4_dpN4oKvog]

Ever felt the sting of betrayal or the collapse of a thriving business? Join us on INSPIRED After Hours as we dive deep with Don Fenstermaker, a trailblazer in the financial tech industry. Don has led three companies to national recognition and is now on his way to bringing a fourth, M2I, to the forefront. In this episode, he candidly shares his experience in how critical oversights can dismantle even the most successful ventures yet teach indispensable lessons. If you’re a visionary leader or an aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is a goldmine of wisdom and inspiration you can’t afford to miss.