NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

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From turning points to transformations, NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes explores the pivotal moments that define who we become. In each episode, Chairman T.D. Jakes sits down with global leaders, creatives, and change agents to uncover how they faced life’s greatest shifts—and what came next. Through vulnerable, bold, and deeply honest conversation, the series reveals the insights and inspiration that emerge when faith meets transformation. Produced in partnership with iHeartMedia, this is more than a podcast. It's a guide for the evolution of your purpose.

  1. Dr. Caroline Leaf on Mental Health, Faith & Rewiring the Mind | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    12H AGO

    Dr. Caroline Leaf on Mental Health, Faith & Rewiring the Mind | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    In this thought-provoking episode of NXT Chapter, T.D. Jakes sits down with renowned neuroscientist and author Dr. Caroline Leaf for a powerful conversation at the intersection of science, faith, and human potential. Originally from South Africa, Dr. Leaf shares her journey to America and how her groundbreaking work in neuroscience and cognitive health has helped reshape the way people understand the mind. Together, they explore the relationship between science and spirituality, challenging the idea that faith and neuroscience exist on opposite sides of the spectrum. Instead, Dr. Leaf explains how the brain, belief systems, and emotional experiences are deeply interconnected. The conversation dives into mental resilience, trauma, innovation, and the power of rewiring thought patterns, as Dr. Leaf breaks down how the brain responds to adversity and how people can retrain their minds to heal and grow. She also reflects on growing up in South Africa, the cultural differences she experienced after moving to the United States, and how hardship can foster creativity, humor, and resilience. T.D. Jakes and Dr. Leaf discuss the evolving role of mental health, neuroscience, faith, and personal transformation in modern culture, offering insight into how our thoughts shape our lives, relationships, and purpose. This episode explores why understanding the mind may be one of the most important tools for navigating the next chapter of life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 38m
  2. Adewale Adeyemo on Obama, Biden’s Economy & America’s Global Power | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    MAR 2

    Adewale Adeyemo on Obama, Biden’s Economy & America’s Global Power | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    Deputy U.S. Treasury Secretary Adewale Adeyemo — who served in both the Obama White House and under President Biden — joins T.D. Jakes for a powerful and transparent conversation about leadership, inflation, economic policy, artificial intelligence, and America’s global influence.  As one of the highest-ranking Nigerian American officials in U.S. history, Adeyemo shares behind-the-scenes insight into guiding the U.S. economy through historic turbulence — from supply chain disruption and inflation to overseeing sanctions that shape global conflict and diplomacy. He explains how economic tools have become central to national security and why trust, stability, and long-term thinking are essential to maintaining America’s position in the world. The conversation also explores financial literacy, economic mobility, and access to capital for small businesses and underserved communities. Adeyemo speaks candidly about representation in positions of power and the responsibility that comes with shaping policies that affect millions of families. Bishop Jakes and Adeyemo further discuss emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, digital finance, and the future of work — and what today’s leaders must do to prepare the next generation for an economy defined by rapid transformation. Rooted in faith, guided by discipline, and driven by service, this episode offers a rare look inside the mindset of a leader operating at the center of global economic power — and the principles that sustain him in moments of pressure and consequence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 9m
  3. Van Jones on Trump, Obama & Artificial Intelligence | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    FEB 23

    Van Jones on Trump, Obama & Artificial Intelligence | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with political commentator, activist, and CNN host Van Jones for a raw and thought-provoking conversation about faith, politics, race, redemption, and the future of America. Van Jones opens up about working across party lines—from advising Barack Obama to collaborating on criminal justice reform during the Donald Trump administration—and what it really takes to create bipartisan change in a divided nation. He shares behind-the-scenes insights from his time in the White House, the evolution of prison reform policy, and how unlikely alliances helped reshape lives through second-chance legislation. The conversation dives deep into media, power, and responsibility, including Van’s role at CNN and the pressures of navigating truth in an era of outrage. Together, he and T.D. Jakes explore the moral tension between activism and faith, the state of leadership under Joe Biden, and why empathy—not ego—is the missing ingredient in today’s political discourse. From community transformation and economic empowerment to spiritual resilience and personal reinvention, this episode challenges listeners to think beyond party lines and toward purpose-driven leadership. This is a masterclass in courage, collaboration, and conviction—proving that real change begins when we choose understanding over division and faith over fear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1 hr
  4. Emmitt Smith on Faith, Dallas Cowboys & Staying Relevant | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    FEB 16

    Emmitt Smith on Faith, Dallas Cowboys & Staying Relevant | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    NFL legend Emmitt Smith joins T.D. Jakes for a powerful and transparent conversation about legacy, leadership, and life beyond football.A three-time Super Bowl champion, Super Bowl MVP, Pro Football Hall of Famer, and the NFL’s all-time leading rusher, Emmitt reflects on growing up in Pensacola, learning discipline from his mother Mary Smith, and caring for his grandmother as a child. He shares how those early lessons shaped his commitment to philanthropy, financial literacy, and long-term thinking.The conversation dives into wealth, trusts, tax strategy, blockchain, XRP, digital currency, and why athletes must learn to leverage money instead of just earning it. Emmitt also speaks candidly about mentoring his son E.J. Smith through the NFL draft process, parenting differently than his own father, and what it means to help your children forge their own identity.They also discuss Shedeur Sanders, the Dallas Cowboys, Troy Aikman, Michael Irvin, Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady, Dak Prescott, and the mindset required to stay relevant after the roar of the crowd fades.From Dancing with the Stars to the New York Stock Exchange, this episode is about evolving, staying disciplined, and preparing for your next chapter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 24m
  5. Serita Jakes on Marriage, Grief & Surviving Life’s Hardest Chapters | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    FEB 9

    Serita Jakes on Marriage, Grief & Surviving Life’s Hardest Chapters | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    In this deeply personal episode of NXT Chapter, T.D. Jakes sits down with Serita Jakes for an honest conversation about love, loss, faith, and the evolution of marriage over time. Together, they reflect on shared beginnings, seasons of grief, family challenges, and how life’s most difficult moments shape the chapters that follow.Serita opens up about navigating loss, patience, and emotional growth, while T.D. Jakes explores what it truly means to mature together, face fear, and adapt through changing seasons of life. From lessons learned through hardship to the importance of empathy, timing, and perseverance, this episode offers wisdom for anyone facing transition, uncertainty, or a new chapter.This conversation is raw, reflective, and rooted in faith — a powerful reminder that growth doesn’t happen all at once, but chapter by chapter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 23m
  6. John Hope Bryant On Financial Literacy, Race, & Economic Power | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    FEB 2

    John Hope Bryant On Financial Literacy, Race, & Economic Power | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    In this powerful episode of NXT Chapter, Bishop T.D. Jakes sits down with John Hope Bryant, founder and CEO of Operation HOPE, for a deep and unfiltered conversation on financial literacy, economic dignity, and the true roots of division in America and across the world. John Hope Bryant breaks down why race is not a biological construct but an economic one, tracing how class systems, capitalism, and access to financial education have shaped inequality for centuries. From slavery and the invention of race to modern credit systems, wealth gaps, and financial exclusion, this conversation challenges long-held beliefs and reframes how we understand power, money, and unity. Together, T.D. Jakes and John Hope Bryant explore mindset, self-esteem, and why financial literacy is the civil rights issue of this generation. They discuss homelessness, building wealth versus chasing money, the importance of ownership, and how creativity, culture, and purpose play a role in economic freedom. The episode also dives into faith, leadership, unity, and why surrounding yourself with builders—not broken mindsets—is essential to growth. This episode is a masterclass in truth, history, economics, and hope—designed to shift how you think about money, identity, and your role in building a better future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 9m
  7. Wallo267 on Prison, Freedom & Owning Your Choices | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    JAN 26

    Wallo267 on Prison, Freedom & Owning Your Choices | NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes

    Wallo267, also known as Wallace Peeples, sits down for a direct and honest conversation about incarceration, fear, and responsibility. Wallo reflects on his time in juvenile detention and prison, the mindset required to survive behind bars, and the unexpected fear that can come with freedom after release. He speaks candidly about how prison reshaped his thinking, the emotional conditioning that occurs while incarcerated, and the difficulty of adjusting to life outside once control is returned. Throughout the conversation, Wallo discusses accountability, discipline, trauma, and the importance of keeping promises to family. He explains how imagination and belief played a role in changing his outlook, how social media became a tool for expression after release, and why personal responsibility is essential for long-term change. T.D. Jakes and Wallo explore themes of faith, recidivism, fear, and self-examination, emphasizing the work required to move forward without denying the past. This episode focuses on truth, growth, and what it means to step into the next chapter of life with intention. Special thanks to the T.D. Jakes Foundation for hosting this conversation and creating the space for dialogue that moves people forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 18m
  8. Bernice King on Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy & The Urgency Of Now | NXT Chapter With T.D. Jakes

    JAN 19

    Bernice King on Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy & The Urgency Of Now | NXT Chapter With T.D. Jakes

    In this powerful episode, T.D. Jakes sits down with Bernice King, daughter of Martin Luther King Jr., for an intimate and wide-ranging conversation on leadership, justice, and the unfinished work of the civil rights movement. She reflects on her father’s global legacy, the principles of nonviolence, economic justice, generational trauma, and why progress requires both moral courage and strategic action. She discusses preserving history in the age of social media, confronting misinformation, and the responsibility of leadership in divided times. The conversation also touches on modern cultural flashpoints, including the Kendall Jenner Pepsi ad, the role of media narratives, and why truth, dignity, and empathy remain essential to real change. From MLK Day to today’s political and social landscape, this episode challenges viewers to engage deeply with the “fierce urgency of now.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 3m
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From turning points to transformations, NXT Chapter with T.D. Jakes explores the pivotal moments that define who we become. In each episode, Chairman T.D. Jakes sits down with global leaders, creatives, and change agents to uncover how they faced life’s greatest shifts—and what came next. Through vulnerable, bold, and deeply honest conversation, the series reveals the insights and inspiration that emerge when faith meets transformation. Produced in partnership with iHeartMedia, this is more than a podcast. It's a guide for the evolution of your purpose.

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