About this episode
Faith, Family, and Finding Purpose in the Chaos
In this powerful and heartfelt conversation at the Rumble Studio in Washington D.C., Sage Steele sits down with Dr. Ben Carson—world-renowned neurosurgeon, bestselling author, political figure, and man of unwavering faith—to unpack the extraordinary journey that shaped one of the most inspiring figures in American history.
From growing up in poverty to pioneering groundbreaking brain surgeries and from a near-death experience to a presidential run, Dr. Carson shares the pivotal moments, values, and convictions that guided his life and legacy.
🔑 In This Episode:
- The near-death experience that changed everything—and led to his first kiss with his wife, Candy
- The impossible made possible—how he became the first surgeon to separate conjoined twins at the back of the head successfully
- Raised by a single mother who couldn't read—how his mother's fierce love and discipline changed the trajectory of two sons' lives (one a neurosurgeon, the other a rocket scientist)
- Balancing medicine and fatherhood—why he brought his kids along on global speaking tours
- Faith over fear—how spirituality shaped every decision, from the operating room to the campaign trail
- Unfiltered views on politics, courage, and the future of America—his bold take on division, fatherlessness, and the loss of traditional values
- Childhood pain to global impact—how discovering his father's bigamy pushed him to rewrite his family's legacy
About Dr. Ben Carson
Dr. Benjamin Carson is a pioneering neurosurgeon best known for the first successful separation of occipital craniopagus (conjoined twins joined at the back of the head). As Director of Pediatric Neurosurgery at Johns Hopkins, he transformed the department into the top-ranked program in the nation. Beyond medicine, he's a bestselling author, recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and served as the U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development under President Trump. In 2016, he ran for President of the United States, bringing his voice—and values—to the national stage.
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