247 Real Talk

with Julian

Making a difference one conversation at a time:- Real talk about Social, Cultural, and Mental Health issues related to real-life experiences and challenges. Subscribe to your favorite podcast app to receive new episodes every Friday.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Power, Ego & Legacy: Choosing Impact Over Oppression | 247 Real Talk Podcast

    In this episode of the 247 Real Talk Podcast, your host dives into one of the most dangerous and beautiful realities of being human: we all have power—and we choose every day whether to use it to lift people up or push them down. From the influence we have in our families and friendships to our roles at work, in community, and online, power is a gift that can heal, protect, and open doors… or be twisted into self‑gratification, control, and quiet oppression. We’ll unpack: The everyday forms of power we carry (voice, money, access, platform, knowledge, position) even if we don’t see ourselves as “powerful”How ego, fear, and insecurity tempt us to use power to serve ourselves instead of serving othersWhat discernment looks like in real life—pausing before we speak, lead, or decide and asking, “Who does this really benefit, and what might this mean for the next generation?”How choosing to use power for good can break generational cycles of abuse, silence, poverty, and shame, and replace them with courage, opportunity, and dignityIf you’ve ever wondered whether your choices actually matter in the big picture, this conversation is your reminder: someone is watching you, learning from you, and inheriting the ripple effects of what you do with the power you have. Watch, share this with someone who carries influence (whether they admit it or not), and drop a comment about one area where you want to start using your power more intentionally for good. Subscribe to 247 Real Talk Podcast for more raw, honest conversations about purpose, responsibility, legacy, and what it really means to live a life that leaves people freer—not crushed—because you were here.

    14 min

  2. 6 MAR

    From Annoyance to Assignment: “Sometimes Interruptions Are Invitations” | 247 Real Talk Podcast

    In this eye‑opening episode of the 247 Real Talk Podcast, your host dives into Steven Furtick’s powerful reminder: “Sometimes what we call interruptions are really invitations.” In a world addicted to hustle, productivity, and packed schedules, we’ll explore how easily we label people, problems, and unexpected moments as “in the way”—when they might actually be the very moments that could change our lives. We’ll talk about: How our obsession with control and efficiency makes us miss emotional, spiritual, and relational invitations hiding inside “inconveniences”Real‑life examples of interruptions that became invitations to grow, to help, to heal, or to shift directionPractical ways to pause in the moment and ask, “What might I be invited into here?” instead of just trying to get back to your planIf you’re tired, easily irritated, or feel like life keeps “getting in the way,” this conversation will challenge the way you see your day, your relationships, and even your setbacks. What if your next breakthrough doesn’t come on your calendar—but in the interruption you were about to ignore? Watch, share this with someone who’s in a season of constant disruptions, and drop a comment about a time when an “interruption” turned into something unexpectedly good. Subscribe to 247 Real Talk Podcast for more real, unfiltered conversations about purpose, perspective, and finding meaning in the messy middle of everyday life.

    17 min

  3. 27 FEB

    Overcoming Limitations: Turning Life’s Challenges Into Opportunities | 247 Real Talk Podcast with Julian Perry

    In this thought-provoking episode of the 247 Real Talk Podcast, host Julian Perry explores how challenges can be catalysts for personal and professional growth. Instead of allowing circumstances to hold you back, learn how to reframe them into opportunities for resilience, innovation, and self-discovery.  Through insightful conversation and real-world perspective, Julian shares strategies for overcoming adversity, building mental toughness, and maintaining focus when life tests you the most. Whether you’re navigating a career setback, personal hardship, or simply looking to strengthen your mindset, this episode delivers actionable inspiration for rising above limitations and unlocking your potential. Subscribe to 247 Real Talk for powerful interviews, honest discussions, and authentic insights that spark growth and success. #247RealTalk #MotivationalPodcast #PersonalDevelopment #MindsetMatters #OvercomingAdversity #JulianPerry #SuccessMindset #InspirationalTalk

    16 min

  4. 20 FEB

    You Don’t Have to Like It to Survive It – Iyanla Vanzant on Radical Acceptance | 247 Real Talk

    In this deeply honest episode of the 247 Real Talk Podcast, your host unpacks Iyanla Vanzant’s powerful quote: “Acceptance does not mean you agree with, condone, appreciate, or even like what has happened. Acceptance means that you know, regardless of what happened, that there is something bigger than you at work. It also means you know that you are okay and that you will continue to be ok.” We’ll dive into what acceptance really is—and what it definitely is not—in a world overflowing with injustice, heartbreak, and things we would never choose. Together we’ll explore: The difference between accepting reality and approving of what happenedHow acceptance can be a doorway to healing, instead of a surrender to pain or injusticeWhat it looks like to believe “I am okay and I will continue to be okay” even when life feels completely out of controlIf you’re wrestling with something you can’t change, replaying “why me?” on a loop, or feeling guilty for not being “over it” yet, this conversation is for you. You don’t have to like what happened to you—but you can learn to live with it, grow from it, and reclaim your peace. Watch, share this with someone who’s struggling to accept a hard reality, and drop a comment about one area of your life where you’re ready to move from resistance to radical acceptance. Subscribe to 247 Real Talk Podcast for more raw, compassionate conversations about healing, faith, resilience, and what it means to stay human in a world that doesn’t always make sense.

    18 min

  5. 13 FEB

    Grief, Love & What Really Matters | A Raw Conversation with Alison Pena “Bad Widow” | 247 Real Talk

    In this powerful episode of the 247 Real Talk Podcast, I sit down with Alison Pena—known as Bad Widow—for a brutally honest conversation about grief, love, and what life looks like after the unthinkable happens. This is not a polished “it’s going to be okay” chat—it’s a real, unfiltered look at how loss breaks us open and how we can slowly begin to live again. We talk about: What grief actually feels like behind closed doors, beyond the clichés people throw at youHow to navigate guilt, anger, loneliness, and the pressure to “move on” before you’re readyUsing the grief process to strip away the noise and recognize what truly matters: love, time, courage, and the values you want to build your life onIf you’re grieving, walking beside someone who is, or trying to make sense of your own pain, this conversation will remind you that you are not alone—and that even in the darkest seasons, there can be meaning, clarity, and a path forward. Watch, share this with someone who’s hurting, and drop a comment about one value you refuse to let grief take from you. Subscribe to 247 Real Talk Podcast for more raw, compassionate conversations about life, loss, healing, and the courage it takes to keep showing up.

    38 min

  6. 6 FEB

    The Keys to Your Future: How Intention, Thoughts & Words Shape Your Life | 247 Real Talk

    In this episode of the 247 Real Talk Podcast, your host breaks down the powerful quote: “Never underestimate the power of intention. Your thoughts, your words… they are the keys to your future.” This isn’t just motivational talk—it’s a deep dive into how what you think and what you say quietly builds (or destroys) the life you’re moving toward. We’ll unpack: Why intention is more than a wish—it’s the silent engine behind your decisions, habits, and opportunitiesHow your daily self-talk and the words you speak about others shape your mindset, relationships, and future possibilitiesPractical ways to start aligning your thoughts and words with the life you actually want, instead of the life you’re afraid ofIf you’ve ever wondered why you feel stuck in the same patterns, this conversation will challenge you to look at the stories you keep repeating in your mind and your mouth. Your future doesn’t just “happen”—you help author it every day with your intention. Watch, share this with someone who needs a reminder of their own power, and drop a comment about one thought or one phrase you’re committed to changing starting today. Subscribe to 247 Real Talk Podcast for more raw, honest conversations about mindset, purpose, and the small daily choices that quietly rewrite your future.

    19 min

  7. 30 JAN

    Born Into It, Not Bound to It: Generational “Normal” vs. Your True Future | 247 Real Talk Podcast

    In this eye-opening episode of the 247 Real Talk Podcast, your host takes on a hard truth: just because something has been accepted for generations does not mean it has to be your destiny. From trauma and silence to poverty, broken relationships, and limiting beliefs, many of us were handed a “normal” that was never healthy in the first place. We’ll dig into: How generational acceptance quietly teaches us what to tolerate, even when it hurts usWhy “that’s just how it’s always been” is one of the most dangerous sentences we can believePractical steps to recognize unhealthy cycles, challenge them, and start writing a different story for yourself—and those who come after youIf you’ve ever felt the tension between where you come from and who you know you could be, this conversation is for you. You are not disloyal for healing. You are not arrogant for dreaming bigger. You are not trapped in patterns just because you were born into them. Watch, share this with someone trying to break their own generational cycles, and drop a comment about one belief, habit, or “normal” you refuse to pass on. Subscribe to 247 Real Talk Podcast for more raw, honest conversations about identity, healing, courage, and building a future that’s chosen—not inherited.

    42 min

  8. 23 JAN

    The Time Is Always Right to Do Right | MLK, Time & Courage in Our World Today | 247 Real Talk

    In this powerful episode of the 247 Real Talk Podcast, your host unpacks Martin Luther King Jr.’s urgent words: “We must use time creatively, in the knowledge that the time is always right to do right.” This isn’t just a quote for history class—it’s a direct challenge to how we treat injustice, suffering, and our own comfort in 2026. We’ll dive into: What it really means to “use time creatively” in a world of distraction, delay, and excusesWhy waiting for the “perfect moment” to speak up, help someone, or take a stand almost always becomes neverPractical ways to turn your minutes, days, and platform—no matter how small—into tools for doing what’s right, right nowIf you’ve ever felt the urge to act but talked yourself out of it, this conversation is for you. Time is not neutral: either we spend it maintaining the status quo, or we invest it in building something better. Watch, share this with so

    16 min
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Making a difference one conversation at a time:- Real talk about Social, Cultural, and Mental Health issues related to real-life experiences and challenges. Subscribe to your favorite podcast app to receive new episodes every Friday.

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  • Creator
    with Julian
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    294
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 247 Real Talk
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    247 Real Talk