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The Inspired Culture (11-23-25): Jose Pereira on Faith, Hope & Unbreakable Leadership After Captivity

The Inspired Culture (11-23-25): Jose Pereira on Faith, Hope & Unbreakable Leadership After Captivity

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In this deeply moving episode of The Inspired Culture (aired 11-23-25), host Eric Hymes sits down with Jose Pereira, former CEO of CITGO Petroleum and one of the CITGO Six, to explore resilience, faith, and leadership forged through unimaginable adversity.

After surviving 1,775 days as an international hostage, Jose shares how trauma can shatter identity—and how purpose, spiritual surrender, and disciplined routines can rebuild it. Drawing insight from his captivity, biblical principles, and the teachings of Viktor Frankl, this episode reveals why hope is not weakness, but a powerful leadership strategy.

This conversation speaks directly to leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating loss, burnout, or life-altering transitions. It’s a reminder that even when freedom is stripped away, influence begins within—and purpose can always be rediscovered.

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