The Decision Podcast

He spent 27 years in federal prison and now he’s sharing the story most people never hear.In this powerful episode of The Decision Podcast, we sit down with a man who went from a maximum-security cell to going viral on TikTok, documenting the raw reality of what life looks like after prison.We talk about everything, from the moment he was arrested, to what prison did to his mind, his family, and his future. We explore survival, isolation, friendship, grief, and the painful truths about being a Black man in the U.S. prison system.But we also talk about healing. About going viral. About discovering things like AI and Freddy’s for the first time. And how he's now using music and content to rebuild the life he lost.This is more than a prison story, it’s a story about humanity, redemption, and the power of second chances.🎧 Listen to The Decision Podcast on all streaming platforms📲 Follow us on TikTok & Instagram: @thedecisionpodcast👇 Drop a comment below: What surprised you the most about his story?🎙️ The Decision Podcast by Toni Bryanne TV📍 New episodes every week: subscribe for real, raw, life-changing stories.🎧 Listen here:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/lv/podcast...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ygEkVq...💬 Want to be a guest on The Decision Podcast?Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...✨ Stay Connected:https://www.linktr.ee/tonibryanne#SurvivorStory #TheDecisionPodcast #ToxicLove #EmotionalHealing #PodcastInterview #LeavingHim #RealStories

Calyha Brown was born into chaos. Her mother a stripper, her father a drug dealer, and her very existence the result of revenge. From a young age, she was taught that her value as a woman was tied to her body, with messages like “you should never be broke” shaping her sense of worth. But despite the abuse, homelessness, and pressure to follow the path laid out for her, Calyha made a different decision.In this raw and redemptive episode, Calyha opens up about the painful realities of her childhood, the abusive engagement she recently escaped, and how her faith in God became the anchor that saved her life. From graduating in the top 10 of her high school class while homeless, to becoming a D1 athlete, earning a master’s degree, and now teaching bilingual math. Her story is one of radical resilience and divine purpose.This episode is about breaking generational curses, redefining what womanhood means, and choosing healing over survival. If you’ve ever felt like the odds were stacked against you, Calyha’s journey will remind you that your story can still end in victory.🎙️ The Decision Podcast by Toni Bryanne TV📍 New episodes every week — subscribe for real, raw, life-changing stories.🎧 Listen here:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/lv/podcast/the-decision-podcast/id1803953293Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ygEkVqsCAVHexVIXFymSq💬 Want to be a guest on The Decision Podcast?Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKLo-JvML8RO__QnYJsIcdLbdJWb9vfFIa_zgDClYuk-IBKg/viewform?usp=header✨ Stay Connected:https://www.linktr.ee/tonibryanne#SurvivorStory #TheDecisionPodcast #ToxicLove #EmotionalHealing #PodcastInterview #LeavingHim #RealStories

Cali thought she was showing love to a man who had never truly experienced it. What began as a DM turned into a toxic, controlling relationship—and the first night they moved in together, everything changed.From being ghosted, to finding out he had a criminal past and a secret wife, Cali shares the devastating story of how she nearly lost herself trying to love someone who couldn’t love her back. This is the decision that saved her life.🎙️ Hosted by Toni BryanneFollow us on Instagram: @thedecisionpodcastNeed help?National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233thehotline.org

In this powerful episode, Kainomi shares the raw and heartbreaking truth behind her years-long battle with an eating disorder. From collapsing at the airport to hearing her mom say, "I can’t watch you die anymore," this is the story of what it means to be trapped in your own body — and the decision to fight for your life.This episode covers:– Early body image struggles– The toxic praise that fed her disorder– The collapse that changed everything– What recovery really looks like– Choosing healing over shameIf you or someone you love is struggling, please seek support. Resources are listed below.📌 Resources for Support:NEDA Helpline – Call or text (800) 931-2237Crisis Text Line – Text HELLO to 741741The Alliance for Eating Disorders – www.allianceforeatingdisorders.comProject HEAL – www.theprojectheal.org🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ygEkVq...🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...📸 Follow us on Instagram: [@thedecisionpodcast]📩 For guest inquiries: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA...✨ Subscribe for more life-changing stories.

In this episode of the Decision Podcast we talk with Lauren. Lauren thought she had it all under control — until the drinking became more than just a weekend habit. In this powerful episode of The Decision, she opens up about the moment alcohol stopped being fun and started consuming her life. From blackouts and broken relationships to the breaking point that forced her to choose between the bottle and her future, Lauren shares her raw and redemptive journey to sobriety. This is a story of pain, reckoning, and ultimately — power.