A Powerful Year‑End Episode of SHAKE IT OFF WITH MERT & LUCAS, LIVE!
Sunday, December 28, 2025 • 7–9 PM (Eastern)
As 2025 winds down, SHAKE IT OFF WITH MERT & LUCAS, LIVE! closes the year with a two‑hour broadcast designed to challenge assumptions, deepen understanding, and spark the kind of conversation that lingers long after the show signs off. Hosts Mert Roberts and Lucas A. Ferrara bring their signature blend of sharp analysis, intellectual curiosity, and unfiltered dialogue to two compelling guests whose work sits at the intersection of psychology, resilience, and the human capacity to rebuild.
This episode isn’t just timely—it’s necessary.
HOUR 1Crisis, Clarity, and the Mind’s Hidden Strength
Guest: Aymie Daniels
The evening opens with Aymie Daniels, author of An American Awakening and Managing Director of Prophet Source. Daniels’ work sits at the intersection of spirituality, emotional wellbeing, and personal transformation — a space she approaches with both lived experience and a clear, compassionate vision for collective healing.
In An American Awakening, Daniels chronicles a journey of truth‑telling, self‑discovery, and the profound shifts that occur when we stop resisting our inner landscape and begin listening to it. Her perspective reframes emotional struggle not as a detour, but as a catalyst — a moment that invites us to align mind, body, and spirit in ways that unlock our natural capacity for healing.
Listeners can expect a conversation that explores:
- How spiritual alignment supports mental and emotional resilience
- Why moments of disruption often precede clarity and renewal
- The role of self‑awareness in healing the mind–body connection
- What it means to “awaken” in a modern world defined by noise, pressure, and disconnection
Daniels brings a grounded, deeply human approach to the idea of awakening — not as a lofty ideal, but as a practical, accessible path toward wholeness.
HOUR 2
Pain, Purpose, and Mental Strength
Guest: Dr. Cristi Bundukamara
In the second hour, we welcome Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, psychiatric nurse practitioner, educator, and founder of the Mentally Strong Method. Her book, Pain & Purpose: My Journey to Mental Strength, chronicles a life shaped by profound loss and the disciplined, intentional work of rebuilding from the inside out.
Dr. Bundukamara’s story is not merely inspirational—it is instructive. Through her clinical practice and personal journey, she has developed a framework that empowers individuals to confront pain directly, identify purpose with precision, and cultivate mental strength as a daily, deliberate practice.
Her conversation with Mert and Lucas will explore:
- The psychology of resilience after trauma
- How purpose becomes a stabilizing force in times of upheaval
- The Mentally Strong Method and its real‑world applications
- Why mental strength is less about toughness and more about clarity, discipline, and self‑compassion
Expect a dialogue that is raw, honest, and deeply resonant.
ABOUT THE HOSTS
Lucas A. Ferrara
A New York attorney, law professor, award‑winning film producer, and editorial strategist, Lucas brings a rare combination of legal acuity and narrative craftsmanship to the airwaves. His work spans courtroom advocacy, academic leadership, and media production, giving him a unique vantage point on politics, power, culture, and the stories that shape public life. Lucas is known for his meticulous preparation, incisive questioning, and ability to translate complex ideas into conversations that are accessible, engaging, and impactful.
Mert Roberts
A seasoned commentator with a reputation for sharp analysis and spirited debate, Mert brings wit, clarity, and a dynamic on‑air presence to every broadcast. His commentary blends cultural insight, political fluency, and a talent for cutting through noise to get to the heart of an issue. Whether moderating a heated exchange or unpacking a nuanced topic, Mert keeps the conversation grounded, relatable, and compelling.
Together, Mert and Lucas create a space where ideas collide, perspectives shift, and listeners walk away thinking differently.
TUNE IN
Sunday, December 28, 2025
7–9 PM (Eastern)
AM970 Radio
Replays stream on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and Spotify.
More information at https://shakeitofflive.com/
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