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by Thomas FreeMe
Hello, I'm Thomas FreeMe and this is The Thomas FreeMe Show. Spending most of my life in and out of prison, I finally came home from doing 13 years of a 17.5-year Federal Bid for Conspiracy to traffic 5 kilos or more of cocaine. The D.A. and head DEA agent threatened life if I went to trial, and with a newborn baby on the line, I chose to take my case to trial. I share this story and many more, plus the stories of American Citizens from all over this Nation. Now founder of Coming Home Coalition Inc, Coming Home Consulting LLC, and a fast growing podcast, I give the tools I used to climb myself out of darkness and into prosperity! #mentalhealth #psychology #realtalk
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- Oct 9, 202642 min
Overcoming the Past: Trauma, Survival, and Recovery
What happens when the unspoken trauma of war follows a family across generations, shaping the mental health of a child long before they understand why? In Part 1 of this compelling two-part series on The Thomas FreeMe Show, host Thomas FreeMe connects with attorney, author, and mental health advocate Alex Charns for a raw, unfiltered conversation on trauma, survival, and the hidden mental health crises existing behind executive and legal titles. Alex shares his deeply personal fight against a severe mental health diagnosis and childhood struggles with suicidal ideation. Connecting his internal battle to his family lineage, Alex unpacks his history as the child of Polish immigrants who survived Nazi-occupied Poland. His mother, uncle, and grandfather were active members of the Polish Underground—risking everything to smuggle Jewish families out of destruction and fight against oppressive regimes. This episode directly explores the primary stories, lessons, and recovery pathways detailed in Alex's new book release, Pizza Dog: Annie’s Guide to Wellness. Together, we connect the dots between intergenerational trauma, breaking the silence around mental illness, and finding hope on the path to long-term wellness. Key Takeaways & Episode Highlights: The Unspoken Mental Health Crisis: Confronting severe mental health diagnoses, depression, and suicidal ideation within high-pressure legal and executive environments. Intergenerational WWII Trauma: The history of the Polish Underground, smuggling families out of Nazi-occupied Poland, and how ancestral trauma impacts future generations. Breaking the Stigma: Overcoming shame around psychiatric care and shifting from silent suffering to proactive mental health recovery. The Story Behind the Book: How Alex transformed his personal survival journey into a practical guide for recovery in his latest book release. Featured Resources & Links: 📘 Get Alex Charns’ Book on Amazon (Pizza Dog: Annie’s Guide to Wellness): https://a.co/d/03EF9lX5 🌐 Learn More About Coming Home Coalition: www.cominghomecoalition.com
- Sep 9, 202646 min
The Backdoor Police State: Unmasking the Flock Camera Controversy & Mass Surveillance with Christopher Bruce
Episode Description: Are you being tracked every single time you leave your driveway? On this episode of The Thomas FreeMe Show, we break down one of the most invasive privacy threats facing Americans today: the rapid, unchecked expansion of automated license plate reader (ALPR) networks like Flock Safety. Joining host Thomas FreeMe is guest Christopher Bruce from Huntsville, Alabama. Together, they pull back the curtain on how these massive camera networks are logging our daily movements, why everyday citizens are pushing back against unwarranted surveillance, and how law enforcement personnel have exploited these databases for unauthorized tracking, stalking, and personal use. We also dive into the major national development shaking up the industry: the proposed class-action lawsuit (Schulte v. Flock Group Inc.) targeting Flock for data exposure, weak security protocols, and systemic privacy violations. Tune in to find out if you qualify as part of the class, how the system has been abused, and what you can do to protect your personal freedom. Key Discussion Points: The Surveillance Dragnet: How automated license plate readers track your commutes, work routines, and sensitive visits to medical or mental health providers. Systemic Misuse: Examining documented cases of law enforcement and unauthorized users exploiting database access to stalk or monitor citizens. The Class-Action Lawsuit: Breaking down Schulte v. Flock Group Inc., who is covered under the proposed nationwide class (anyone whose data was collected since January 1, 2024), and how listeners can check their rights. Standing Up for Liberty: Actionable steps communities are taking to push back against corporate and government overreach. Resources & Links Mentioned: Learn more about the Schulte v. Flock class-action lawsuit and check open legal investigations on ClassAction.org. Follow Christopher Bruce's ongoing commentary and work on Facebook Check out all his blogs here: https://themightyswordamericasdeadlysins.blogspot.com/
- Sep 4, 202632 min
The Synthetic Reality & The Soul of Rehabilitation
Episode Title: The Synthetic Reality & The Soul of Rehabilitation Series: The Re-Integration Serie Is staying out of prison the same thing as being free? In this unflinching, philosophical episode of The Re-Integration Series, Thomas FreeMe challenges the clinical, institutional definition of "rehabilitation" and exposes the psychological trap that millions of returning citizens fall into. True freedom isn't just about avoiding a violation or passing a drug test—it’s about breaking out of the invisible cages we bring home with us. If you or someone you love is navigating life after incarceration, probation, or addiction, this episode explores the critical shift from risk management to true fulfillment. Discover why compliance is not consciousness, and how to stop merely surviving a sentence and start building a life you don't want to go back from. Key Topics Covered: The dangerous illusion of behavioral compliance vs. true human transformation The psychology of institutional survival and why we build internal cages The difference between Institutional Rehabilitation and Metaphysical Rehabilitation How to transition from avoiding punishment to discovering genuine life purpose 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and share to support the mission of real, soul-deep reintegration. 🔗 Resources & Non-Profit Mission:Learn more about our community support and mentorship programs at Coming Home Coalition and explore consulting services at Coming Home Consulting LLC. High-Impact Tags & Keywords Primary Keywords: prison re-entry, life after incarceration, overcoming institutionalization, probation and parole survival, criminal justice reform, overcoming addiction, finding purpose after prison, returning citizen support, Thomas FreeMe Show. Hashtags: #Reintegration #CriminalJusticeReform #PrisonReentry #MindsetShift #LifeAfterPrison #ThomasFreeMe #ComingHome
- Aug 7, 202631 min
You are what you eat!! Part two With Guest star Penney Peirce
Thank you for joining us in this second part to a powerful discussion on our egos and how we lose control o them. We will learn how to recenter and more importantly, how to remove ourselves from toxic situations BEFORE they become toxic
- Aug 4, 202625 min
You’re Institutionalized
"Institutionalization is the necessary framework that keeps our facilities and society safe. It is the process of instilling order, routine, and structure. By removing unpredictable variables, we establish a secure environment where compliance is heavily reinforced, and operational stability is successfully maintained."On this episode of The Thomas FreeMe Show, we are tearing down the sanitized public-relations narrative of the security sector. Drawing on 13 years of lived experience fighting the federal machine, Thomas exposes "institutionalization" for what it truly is: a calculated system of behavioral manipulation and dependency that begins long before anyone ever reaches a prison gate. From the school-to-prison pipeline to the compliance-heavy structures of the welfare system, this episode breaks down how massive bureaucracies condition individuals for pacification rather than preparation. We explore the state's transactional definition of liberty, examine the penitentiary as a visible "Theater of Deterrence," and shatter the illusion that obedience inside a cage translates to success outside of it. Tune in to discover what it takes to reclaim your executive functioning, untangle yourself from systemic control, and build true autonomy. The system wants you dependent and predictable. It is time to question the boundaries of the box you are standing in and refuse to let them institutionalize your mind.
- Aug 3, 202645 min
You are what you eat!! Part one With Guest star Penney Peirce
2 Part Series: Are we starving our souls while overfeeding our egos? Join Thomas Freeme in conversation with acclaimed clairvoyant and intuition expert Penney Peirce. In this fascinating discussion, Penney challenges the modern definition of "consumption." While we meticulously track our physical diets and amass intellectual knowledge, we rarely ask how these choices affect our spiritual well-being. Thomas and Penney explore the concept that the soul has its own requirements, which are often ignored in favor of immediate physical gratification. Furthermore, they delve into the danger of living without "presence." Penney reveals how a lack of moment-to-moment awareness allows us to be overtaken by a tidal wave of unprocessed emotions and the toxicity of negative self-talk. This is a must-listen episode for anyone looking to align their physical reality with their spiritual essence.
- Jul 30, 20261 min
One million downloads!
Just a quick thank you and on what's coming next
- Jun 19, 202642 min
Where do you go when you have no where to go?
Thank you for all those who have made it possible to reach almost 400,000 downloads in a month. Keep the fire going by being sure to like, subscribe and share this and all episodes you think can help someone. In this episode we talk about change and transition and how tough of a task that can be. David did 14 years in the Federal system and now being home 10 years has received some very high accolades and honors and runs a homeless shelter/church in Ft Lauderdale, Florida. We discuss the right mentality and attitude it takes to become who you're destined to be. GwdeGfBZH9fHJYJIzgvR
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About The Thomas FreeMe Show: Why We Do What ”WE” Do & How ”WE” Change
Hello, I'm Thomas FreeMe and this is The Thomas FreeMe Show. Spending most of my life in and out of prison, I finally came home from doing 13 years of a 17.5-year Federal Bid for Conspiracy to traffic 5 kilos or more of cocaine. The D.A. and head DEA agent threatened life if I went to trial, and with a newborn baby on the line, I chose to take my case to trial. I share this story and many more, plus the stories of American Citizens from all over this Nation. Now founder of Coming Home Coalition Inc, Coming Home Consulting LLC, and a fast growing podcast, I give the tools I used to climb myself out of darkness and into prosperity! #mentalhealth #psychology #realtalk
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