In this unforgettable episode, world traveler, author, and speaker Sam Goodwin explores the power of perseverance, faith, and family through gripping stories of adversity and triumph. Sam shares how competitive sports shaped his mindset, recounts his harrowing experience of 63 days in a Syrian prison, and reveals the miraculous series of events that led to his release - thanks to the unwavering support of his family and faith community. Listeners will discover how Sam’s encounters around the globe taught him powerful lessons in gratitude, forgiveness, and resilience, and why taking risks can lead to unexpected silver linings. Tune in for practical wisdom, inspirational anecdotes, and a heartfelt reflection on what it truly means to have "something extra" as a leader and a human being.

Guest Links:

• Sam’s LinkedIn
• samgoodwin.com
• Book: Saving Sam: The True Story of an American’s Disappearance in Syria and His Family’s Extraordinary Fight to Bring Him Home

Credits: Host: Lisa Nichols, Executive Producer: Jenny Heal, Marketing Support: Landon Burke and Joe Szynkowski, Podcast Engineer: Portside Media