Episode 271: The Fight to End Human Trafficking with Lisa Mitts

Episode 271: The Fight to End Human Trafficking with Lisa Mitts

Author: Dr. Brian Lenzkes October 15, 2025 Duration: 46:57

Thank you for tuning in for another episode of Life's Best Medicine. Lisa Mitts is a multi-award-winning Indie recording artist/songwriter, performer, and advocate for survivors of human trafficking. She is the Director of Administration and Fundraising at Destiny House Restoration Center—a safe harbor where young women, who have been enslaved by the horrific chains of sex-trafficking, can be restored to their God-given identity, destiny and purpose.

In this episode, Dr. Brian and Lisa talk about…

  • (00:00) Intro
  • (04:27) Lisa's work to help survivors of human trafficking
  • (11:15) Childhood trauma and mental/physical health
  • (12:54) How groomers prey on vulnerable children
  • (17:32) Caring for victims of trafficking
  • (24:45) How YOU can help victims of trafficking
  • (28:05) Faith in God in the midst of trauma and suffering
  • (29:44) Healing and restoration
  • (34:18) The upcoming Evening of Destiny benefit concert
  • (42:44) Outro

 

For more information, please see the links below. Thank you for listening!

 

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• • HLTH Code Website: https://gethlth.com


What does it truly mean to be well? For Dr. Brian Lenzkes, the answer stretches far beyond a chart of lab results. On the Life's Best Medicine Podcast, he explores the interconnected layers of a whole life, where physical health is deeply woven into the fabric of our relationships, our sense of purpose, and our spiritual grounding. Each conversation moves past simplistic advice to consider how family, community, and personal faith shape our daily resilience. You’ll hear from a variety of guests who share candid stories-not just of medical recovery, but of profound human connection, unexpected compassion, and quiet heroism found in everyday challenges. Dr. Lenzkes brings his perspective as a practicing physician who believes healing is a multifaceted endeavor. This isn't a lecture series; it's a collection of genuine dialogues that remind us our wellbeing is a holistic story still being written. Tune into this podcast for thoughtful reflections that might just change how you view your own health, relationships, and place in the world.
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