From abuse and addiction to healing and hope — Jan’s journey will leave you speechless. In this gripping episode of the Free Like Me Podcast, host Clark Fredericks sits down with Jan from Winnipeg, who opens up about growing up in a violent, abusive household, struggling with addiction, and finding redemption after devastating loss. She recounts becoming a corrections officer, finding true love, and ultimately discovering her purpose through pain. If you’ve faced trauma, loss, or addiction — this conversation is for you.

Overcame childhood stutter to become a cop.

In this new episode of the Free Like Me Podcast, host Clark Fredericks sits down with retired Newton, NJ police officer Ken Teets. From being bullied as a child for his severe stutter to achieving a 25-year career in law enforcement, Ken's story is a true testament to perseverance. He shares how he was inspired by movies like Rocky and The King’s Speech, and how support from mentors and internal strength helped him turn setbacks into success.

Whether you’ve faced speech issues, bullying, or self-doubt, this episode offers hope and real-life strategies for pushing past limitations and proving the world wrong.

Facing the Past: Jody Plauché’s Survival Story | Free Like Me Podcast

In this gripping episode of The Free Like Me Podcast, host Clark Fredericks sits down with Jody Plauché, survivor of one of America’s most shocking abuse and vigilante justice cases. Jody courageously recounts how his trusted karate instructor, Jeff Doucet, manipulated, groomed, and ultimately kidnapped him, taking him across the country. The trauma came to a turning point when Jody’s father, Gary Plauché, publicly shot Doucet at the Baton Rouge airport — a moment caught on national TV and replayed for decades.

Jody opens up about the emotional aftermath, his complex feelings toward his father’s actions, and how he’s used his experience to educate others. He also discusses his book "Why, Gary, Why?" and the importance of open communication to prevent abuse. This episode is a powerful look into trauma, justice, healing, and how one man turned his darkest chapter into purpose.