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Introducing: Born To The Game Podcast | Growing Up as Part of the Winans Family - Deborah Joy Winans

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🎙️ Born to the Game — Deborah Joy Winans Faith, Legacy & Choosing Your Own Path | The Winans Family Story What does it mean to come from one of the most influential families in gospel history—and still carve your own identity? In this powerful episode of Born to the Game, Deborah Joy Winans—actress (Greenleaf), storyteller, and daughter of gospel legend Carvin Winans—opens up about growing up inside the iconic Winans dynasty and the pressure, purpose, and responsibility that comes with legacy. From being raised in a family rooted in faith and music, to boldly choosing acting over tradition, Deborah Joy shares how she found her voice, navigated expectations, and stepped into her own calling—without losing the foundation that shaped her. This is a deeply moving conversation about faith, identity, purpose, and the courage it takes to honor legacy while becoming your own person. 🔑 In This Episode: Growing up in the legendary Winans family and gospel music dynasty The pressure and responsibility of carrying a powerful legacy Choosing acting over music—and breaking family expectations The role of faith in navigating uncertainty and rejection Behind the scenes of landing Greenleaf and working with Oprah Balancing personal identity with family legacy What it truly means to “choose joy” in life’s hardest moments 💬 Key Takeaway:Legacy isn’t just something you inherit—it’s something you define. And sometimes, honoring where you come from means having the courage to go your own way. Subscribe, share, and join the journey. New episodes drop every Tuesday. Follow Born to the Game: INSTAGRAM             YOUTUBE                 https://borntothegamepodcast.com/ Apple Podcast: Born To The GameSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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