How Sam Goodwin Survived a Syrian Prison

from Epiphany · host Vanessa Denha Garmo

In a recent Legatus “Eleven Talents” Podcast, Sam talked about the 9 weeks he spent in a Syrian prison. He speaks with Vanessa about his work and faith.Dr. Sam Goodwin is an inspirational keynote speaker, bestselling author and founder of SGI Ventures. He has delivered hundreds of keynotes all around the globe, from Fortune 500 companies to industry-leading organizations.As one of the few people to have traveled to all 193 countries in the world, Sam’s global journey took an unexpected turn in 2019 when he was taken hostage and wrongfully imprisoned in Syria. His bestselling memoir, Saving Sam, recounts this harrowing experience and reveals the hard-earned wisdom he discovered through the ordeal. Today, these lessons form the foundation of SGI’s signature program, “Winning Through Uncertainty.” Get full access to Epiphany at epiphanyradio.substack.com/subscribe

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