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Program #3309 - Aired in 2014 | Pop-out a Player


Royal Leeson Classic

Alcoholism, Gambling  

First, he was addicted to gambling, then alcohol. On a stormy night in Chicago, Royal found "True North" on his spiritual compass. Hear his intriguing dramatization from the Classic files of UNSHACKLED!

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Program #3941 - Aired in 2026 | Pop-out a Player


Mattie Rice Classic

Addiction, Alcoholism, Despair, Family Friendly, Homeless, Inspirational, Maternal Love, Mission Work, PGM, Prayer, Rebellion, Redemption, Sacrifice, the Good Shepherd  

Hers was a life of degradation and shame, shackled to a bottle. She lost her dearest possession but gained something priceless. Invite your friends to hear this compelling true story of Mattie Rice-all on the next Unshackled!

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Byron Dotson Classic Part 1

Addiction, Alcohol, Gambling, Gangs, Rebellion, Revival Meetings, Stubbornness, Vandalism  

How does a boy grow up in the shadow of a successful, domineering father? Byron Dotson learned by rebelling. Don't miss the first of his two-part testimony, another true dramatization from the Classic files of Unshackled!

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Program #3944 - Aired in 2026 | Pop-out a Player


Byron Dotson Classic Part 2

Addiction, Alcoholism, CEO, Despair, Evangelism, Helplessness, Suicidal  

Byron Dotson had been an alcoholic for 28 years and even tried suicide as a "cure". Then he tried the cure that is guaranteed forever. Invite your friends to hear the conclusion of his gripping testimony, another true dramatization from the Classic files of Unshackled!

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Program #3930 - Aired in 2026 | Pop-out a Player


Anne Martin (PG)

Abandonment, Abuse, Alcoholism, Assault, Counseling, Depression, Forgiveness, Healing, Peace, Peer Pressure, Shame, Suicidal  

Anne Martin gave her heart to God when she was a little girl. But growing up in a home filled with abuse made her wonder if God had forgotten her. Would she ever be able to forgive her stepfather and experience peace and healing? Find out on the next Unshackled!

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Program #3922 - Aired in 2026 | Pop-out a Player


The Gambler

Addiction, Confession, Family Friendly, Gambling, Grace, Inspirational, Lying, Stealing  

Sean is a struggling college student who spends more time betting on sports games than he does going to classes. Will his March Madness bets eliminate his debts, or will his bookie reveal his secrets? Find out what happens on the next Unshackled!

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Program #3900 - Aired in 2025 | Pop-out a Player


Frank Landrey Classic

Addiction, Alcohol, Death, Drugs, Entrepreneur, Gambling, Rebellion  

Raised in a family steeped in gambling and liquor, Frank Landrey learns card tricks at a young age - mastering how to spot the art of deception to win big. But would dabbling in the world of gambling and loan-sharking lead to a life-threatening situation? Find out in this true story of redemption, all on the next episode of Unshackled!

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Program #3875 - Aired in 2025 | Pop-out a Player


Emily Myers

Abortion, Alcoholism, Anxiety, Depression, Freedom, Homicidal, Hope, Sexual Sin, Suicidal  

Emily's struggle with anxiety and depression were eating away at her life. Her decisions turned darker and more desperate as time wore on.would she rescued from an almost certain demise? Find out in her compelling true story on the next UNSHACKLED!

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Program #3879 - Aired in 2025 | Pop-out a Player


Julio Velasquez

Abuse, Alcoholism, Inspirational, Mission Work, Peru, Rejection, Works-Based Faith  

Julio Velasquez studied to be an agricultural scientist, and today he sows the imperishable seed, which for a time cost him the love of his family. Invite your friends to hear the unusual story of this man from Peru, another true dramatization from Unshackled!

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