About The Show

The Awakened Podcast, hosted by Brad Lail, explores the mysteries of spirituality, consciousness, and the unseen forces shaping human experience. With a passion for uncovering hidden truths and questioning mainstream narratives, the show dives into topics such as the paranormal, metaphysics, scientific anomalies, and ancient history.

Brad’s authentic conversations with experts, researchers, and thought leaders inspire listeners to think critically, explore unconventional ideas, and embark on their own journeys of awakening.

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About Me

I am a Christian with a deep conviction to create positive change in the world through truth. Throughout my life, I’ve seen how God has worked through circumstances and experiences to prepare me to share my story with others. I feel called to share the message of Jesus—to help awaken those still unaware of deeper spiritual realities—and to inspire them to stand firm against the rulers, authorities, and spiritual forces that influence our world.

I’ve always been someone who goes against the grain—unafraid to challenge conventional thinking. For years, I’ve watched how dark influences—both worldly and unseen—have sown lies, division, and manipulation. I’ve seen the destruction of families, the draining of life from the helpless, and the countless ways humanity is being misled. I decided I could no longer stay silent.

That conviction became the driving force behind The Awakened Podcast — a show I created to explore spirituality, consciousness, hidden history, and the unseen forces that shape human experience. Each episode dives deep into topics such as the paranormal, metaphysics, scientific anomalies, and ancient civilizations, while encouraging listeners to question mainstream narratives and seek truth for themselves.

Professional Life

As a highly decorated U.S. Air Force Veteran and combat photographer, I bring a perspective shaped by discipline, service, and firsthand experience. My combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, along with my travels to 18 countries across the Middle East and Asia, influenced my worldview and deepened my calling to pursue and share truth. My formal education includes a degree in Marketing and a degree in Multimedia Production, which have provided the foundational skills that have powered my professional career. Beyond my military service, I’ve worked as a professional photographer for 22 years and a marketer for 15, and I’m also an entrepreneur who has built over 50 websites, created dozens of brands, and helped small businesses expand into larger markets through search engine optimization and digital marketing strategies.

Personal Life

I grew up on the 33rd Parallel in the heart of the Francis Marion National Forest near Charleston, South Carolina — a place that shaped my curiosity about the world and my appreciation for both the seen and unseen aspects of life. I’m a proud Southerner, raised with a deep respect for faith, family, and hard work. I’m also a proud husband and dad of two, and I’m extremely grateful for the family that keeps me grounded and inspired. I’ve traveled the world, capturing its beauty and complexity through my lens, and those experiences continue to influence how I see and share truth. I believe faith and science are not enemies but complementary paths for understanding God’s creation and our place within it. Through The Awakened Podcast, I aim to inspire listeners to think critically, explore unconventional ideas, and begin their own journeys of awakening. When I’m not podcasting, I’m coaching baseball, researching, traveling, creating, and expanding my knowledge in pursuit of greater truth. With a loyal and rapidly growing audience, I strive to be a voice for those seeking deeper understanding and purpose.