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In this episode of the EZ Conversations podcast, James Smith narrates his compelling journey from a career in law to finding redemption after serving a five-year prison sentence for bank robbery linked to his gambling addiction. James explores his early life pressures, his rise as a successful lawyer, and the moments of self-evaluation that led him to become a committed man of faith and a minister. Sharing insights from his time in prison and solitary reflection, he emphasizes the importance of overcoming adversity, embracing faith, and helping others. James, now an author and podcaster, also discusses his podcast 'Deal by Me', his three books, and his role as a moderator for the General Baptist State Convention. The episode highlights the power of vulnerability, persistence, and support from loved ones like his mother. Listeners can explore more of his work on www.dealbyme.com and Amazon.\nFormer Practicing Attorney; former compulsive gambler; ex-offender, served 5 years in Federal Correctional Institution for Armed Bank Robbery. A former NC State Bar Approved Sponsor of Continuing Legal Education, CLE for 11 years. James is a retired Pastor of a historical Missionary Baptist Church, Durham Co, NC, where he served for almost 32 years. James is the author of three books, "Deal By Me, A Golden Opportunity Blown," Deal By Me 2nd Edition, A Self Evaluation," and "Come, Let Us Reason Together."\n\nJames truly believes in another chance. he had two major surgeries, prostate cancer and spinal correction surgery, many years ago. James has recovered from both and is enjoying life to its fullest.\n06:18 Introduction and Welcome\n06:55 James' Background and Early Life\n07:29 The Compulsive Gambler Realization\n08:28 Career Beginnings and Challenges\n09:06 Life After Prison and Ministry\n10:19 The Turning Point and Reflections\n12:47 Gambling Addiction and Consequences\n25:16 The Bank Incident\n35:48 Prison Sentence and Transformation\n41:50 Faith and Redemption\n29:53 Guiding Others Through Experience\n55:32 Conclusion and Contact Information\n\n\nSponsors of the Podcast:\n\nBetterHelp: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://betterhelp.com/ez10\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\xa0for 10% off your first month of therapy\n\nWeShape: https://weshape.postaffiliatepro.com/scripts/dcfogwyuk?a_aid=FurkhanDandia&a_bid=d7508fa8 for 35% all plans.\n\nAura: https://aura.com/ez10 for a free two-week trial\n\nPlunge: https://plunge.com/ez\n\nMint Mobile: \u2060https://trymintmobile.com/ez10\u2060 for 15$ for an unlimited cell phone plan\n\nMental: \u2060https://getmental.com/ez\n\n\nIf you would like to support EZ Conversations, here are all the ways you can do that:\n\nInstagram\u2060\u2060:\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.instagram.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\u2060\u2060Facebook\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://m.facebook.com/eunoiazen\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060 \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nYouTube\u2060\u2060: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrqBp_zdRiIfBRV4wURSZ2A\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\nLinkedIn: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.linkedin.com/in/furkhan-dandia-macp-mba-072a8a1ba/\u2060\n\nPatreon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060patreon.com/EzConversations\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\n\n\nOr find Furkhan's Book, Pursuit of Self Love: 30 Uplifting Messages and Reflections. The Kindle version is available on Amazon: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://www.amazon.ca/Pursuit-Self-Love-Uplifting-Messages-Reflections-ebook/dp/B0C4D1XYL1\u2060\u2060\u2060\nSubscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: \u2060\u2060\u2060\u2060https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices