Chris Baker (and Kyle) are back from very busy schedules to catch up our listeners and followers with this May 19, 2022 update.

The Rundown: 
Introductions & Welcome!
0. Politics + church/christianity 
1. State and local election season in full-swing: why are all these candidates  
   suddenly reaching out to Chris?!
 2. UPDATE on details regarding new INK 180 website on its way
 3. FBI Director’s Award
 4. Dad life: Chris’ oldest (McKenzie) is engaged!  
5. INK 180 OPEN HOUSE, 6/26/2022! COME ON OUT!
6. Additional INK News & wrap-up!

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National Human Trafficking Hotline:  1-888-373-7888
National Domestic Abuse Hotline: 800-799-7233
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255
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 Credit Where Credit is Due: 

“Taking Me Back” (2022)
Performed by: Jack White
Album: Fear of the Dawn (2022)
Released: 4/8/2022
Composed/Written by: Jack White
Produced by: Jack White
Label(s): Third Man

“Alright”
Album: “To Pimp a Butterfly” (2015)
Performed by: Kendrick Lamar
Composed/Written by: Kendrick Lamar Duckworth, Pharrell Williams, Mark Spears
This Song was Produced by: Pharrell Williams, Sounwave
Label(s): Top Dawg, Aftermath, Interscope
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NOTE: (The snippets of these songs are used for non-monetary purposes. There is zero revenue ($) received from listenership, downloads, clicks, ads, and the like. There are no sponsors of this Podcast. These podcast episodes are for educational and informational purposes only for INK 180 Ministries and outreach. The minuscule use of copyrighted music here within is altered (not original recording. If anything, this is free promotion for artists.)

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5-29-22: Christianity & politics, INK 180 receives FBI Directors Award, INK 180 turns 10

Hello everyone & welcome back to the thINK 180 Podcast!  Here's what's instore for Episode V:

This week Chris Baker discusses a topic that has affected nearly everyone; one way or another -- self harm and mental illness.  Here's a brief overview of Episode V:

*Chris gives us some awesome news w/ some cool stories from the weekend and hanging out backstage with his good friend, Brian Welch (aka HEAD) and the rest of the boys of the band KorN.
*Got to meet and talk w/ a music icon for the first time (who is also from LA/Compton)
*The Whosoevers
*Chris' story on depression, anxiety, & other mental illnesses
*Therapy/Counseling & the negative stigma that follows.
*Why is the "Church" afraid to address mental illness, self harm, & addiction?
*Self harm & Mental Illness - the common denominator(s) w/ INK 180 survivor clients.
*PTSD (Clients battle w/ this all the time)
**The Kentucky Story
*Self Harm / Semi Colon Project
*Listen goes a long way

On the way out....
*Health update
*Preview of next week's episode -- Episode VI

Thank you for listening!  PLEASE make sure to SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, and SHARE the podcast on any and every platform/device you can! 

Check out The Whosoevers that Chris discusses in this episode @ http://thewhosoevers.com/

Head over to the link below and check out Project Semicolon @ https://projectsemicolon.com/

2017 - 2022 INK 180's "thINK180 Podcast"

National Human Trafficking Hotline:  1-888-373-7888
National Domestic Abuse Hotline: 800-799-7233
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255

Visit us at:
www.INK180.com
Facebook:  www.facebook.com/Ink180/

Questions? Comments? 
E-mail us:  Chris@INK180.com 
Call us:( 630)554-1404 
INK 180 Shop Hours:
Tuesday to Saturday: 12 PM to 9 PM
Closed Mondays & Sundays
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Credit where credit is due:

"This Goes Out To You" (2015)
Composed by:  P.O.D. (Composer, Primary Artist)
Performed by:  P.O.D. (Primary Artist)
Produced by:  Howard Benson
Published by:  T-Boy Records, Universal Music Enterprises

"Higher" (2012)
Composed by:  Noah Bernardo, Marcos Curiel,  Mark Daniels, Paul Sandoval
Performed by:  P.O.D. (Primary Artist)
Produced by:  Howard Benson
Published by:  Razor & Tie (Label)

thINK 180

Episode 5 - Self Harm & Mental Illness

Welcome to Episode VII!

This week we get back to the sex trafficking topic as Chris explains the demand aspect that fuels trafficking.  Here's the outline of the episode:

-Why do we even have sex trafficking? ...and why is it the world's oldest profession??

-Who are these "Johns?"
-When does it start?
-Sexual content is everywhere around us and go no further than your own phone.
-Need to start having discussions with our children earlier and more often
-Trafficking and social media
-Hyper-sexualization of everything around us (Movies, music, tv, news, commercials, magazines, social media, etc.)("50 Shades..." example)
-Why is "pimp"-culture cool? (Media:  "PIMP my Ride," Snoop's Bishop Don Magic Juan)
-Kids have 24/7 constant flow of porn to their smart devices
-So Chris, what are you gonna do about it?
o	ARMED Campaign 
o	NIU Frat Talk 
o	Mens Events 
o	Speak to Mens Bible Study Groups 
o	Talk about uncomfortable topics when I speak in churches (porn, trafficking, demand etc). 
o	Keep educating our kids in schools.

Wrap up with INK 180 news & events.

Subscribe, LIKE, SHARE, DOWNLOAD this podcast for you, for us, and for your friends directly on SoundCloud App (or site), Apple's Podcast App.

Visit us at www.ink180.com
Like and Follow us on Facebook:  www.facebook.com/ink180
Come get some INK!

2017 - 2022 INK 180's "thINK180 Podcast"

National Human Trafficking Hotline:  1-888-373-7888
National Domestic Abuse Hotline: 800-799-7233
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255

Visit us at:
www.INK180.com
Facebook:  www.facebook.com/Ink180/

Questions? Comments? 
E-mail us:  Chris@INK180.com 
Call us:( 630)554-1404 
INK 180 Shop Hours:
Tuesday to Saturday: 12 PM to 9 PM
Closed Mondays & Sundays

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SwitchFoot - Let Your Light Shine Through

Episode 7 - Understanding Sex Trafficking Demand 101

WELCOME TO EPISODE VIII! 

This week's episode is a mailbag episode!  Chris is taking the questions that came in during the week leading into the podcast recording and answers them 'on air.'  Please continue to send in questions to Chris as we will do our best to address them during a future episode!

Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, DOWNLOAD, and SHARE this podcast!

Visit us online:
@ website:  www.ink180.com
@ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ink180

Call us:  630-554-1404

INK 180 Shop Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday:  12 PM to 9 PM


Credit:
"What It's Like" (1998)
Written by:  Everlast (Erik Francis Schrody)
Performed by:  Everlast (Erik Francis Schrody)
Album:  "Whitey Ford Sings the Blues" (1998)
Released by:  Tommy Boy Records

"Broken" (2003-2004)
Written by:  Everlast (Erik Francis Schrody)
Performed by:  Everlast (Erik Francis Schrody)
Album:  "White Trash Beautiful" (2003-2004)
Released by:  Island Def Jam Music Group

Episode 8 - INK 180 Mailbag Vol. 1

thINK 180 Podcast
Episode IX - U.S. of Crazy
(Recorded September 2nd, 2017)

Welcome back to the INK 180 podcast, thINK 180!  We’ve been gone for a while but we’re back for a new episode to talk about the current craziness and madness that has been going on in our country. 

This week:
1. Chris hits on the civil protests & violence (& fall out) that spiraled out of control in Charlottesville.
2. The destructive weather force that was hurricane Harvey in Texas w/ updates from a local Texas church that Chris has ties to.
3. Discusses his trip to the tattoo convention out in Arizona and how his doubts got flipped upside down (in a good way!).
4. Announcements
5. Outro!  Be a Blessing!


PLEASE LIKE, SHARE, RATE, & Comment on the thINK 180 Podcast!  A couple minutes of your time to leave a review, give us a rating, or share on your social media goes a long way and we certainly appreciate it!

VISIT US at:
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LIKE and FOLLOW us on Facebook:
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Looking or some new INK or need to inquire about our services?  Maybe a piercing?
CALL US:
630-554-1404

STOP IN DURING SHOP HOURS:
TUESDAY - SATURDAY
12 PM to 9 PM
(CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY)

27 STONEHILL RD
UNIT D
OSWEGO, IL 60543

QUESTIONS? COMMENTS?  KUDOS? EMAIL CHRIS!
chris@ink180.com

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episode ix credits:

“REBEL WITHOUT A PAUSE”
RECORDED AND PERFORMED BY:
PUBLIC ENEMY

“WHY CAN’T WE BE FRIENDS”
RECORDED AND PERFORMED BY:
WAR

Episode 9 - U.S. of Crazy

Welcome to Episode X!

We have FINALLY reached that 10th episode as we approach INK 180’s anniversary!

This week we touch on a little bit of everything:

1.  Our thoughts on HBO’s new series “The Deuce”
2. Updates on the hurricanes, those affected, hurricane relief efforts nationally & locally at INK 180
3. Chris’ message from 9/3
4. Labor Day weekend block party update in Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood
5. Story from the block party
6. Chris confronts his fear of clowns head on! [Review of “It” - (2017)
7. Update on that novel Chris has been working on.
8. Outroduction

Please remember to Subscribe, LIKE, SHARE, DOWNLOAD this podcast for yourself, friends, everyone! directly on the SoundCloud App (Android & iOS)/SoundCloud.com 
or 
through Apple's iTunes Podcast app (available on ALL iOS devices: iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Apple TV, MacBook, iMac, Apple Watch)

To learn more about INK 180:
Visit us at www.ink180.com
Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ink180

Want to get some INK?  Have questions?
E-mail:  chris@ink180.com
Phone: (630) 554-1404

Shop Hours:
Sunday	Closed
Monday	Closed
Tuesday to Saturday  12–9PM




Credit Where Credit is Due:

“Glorious” featuring Skylar Grey (2017)
Album: “Gemini” (2017)
Performed by: Macklemore Composed by: Ben Haggerty / Holly Hafermann / Josh Karp / Tyler Andrews / Tyler Dopps Produced by: Joshua Karp Published by (Label): Bendo

“No Problem” (2016)
Album:  “Coloring Book” (2016)
Performed by: Chance The Rapper Composed by: Chancellor Bennett / Dwayne Carter Jr. / Tauheed Epps / Ivan Jackson Produced by: Brasstracks Published by: Self-released (Chance The Rapper)
Can be found exclusively on Apple’s Music Subscription Service

Episode 10 - Hurricanes, Chicago outreach (Englewood), & Chris confronts his fear; sees movie "It"

Welcome to Episode 11!

In episode 11 Chris talks about the events that took place in Las Vegas during the week before episode 11 was recorded.  Chris also shares news on INK 180 as well as previewing the 6th anniversary of INK 180.

Please remember to Subscribe, LIKE, SHARE, DOWNLOAD this podcast for yourself, friends, or everyone directly on the SoundCloud App (Android & iOS)/SoundCloud.com or 
through Apple's iTunes Podcast app (available on ALL iOS devices: iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Apple TV, MacBook, iMac, Apple Watch).

To learn more about INK 180:
Visit us at www.ink180.com
Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ink180

Want to get some INK?  Have questions?
E-mail:  chris@ink180.com
Phone: (630) 554-1404

Shop Hours:
Sunday	Closed
Monday	Closed
Tuesday to Saturday  12–9PM




Credit Where Credit is Due:


“On Fire”
Album: “Murdered Love” (2012)
Performed by: P.O.D. Composed by:  P.O.D.
Produced by: Howard Benson
Recorded:  2011-2012 Label: Razor & Tie


“The Thunder Rolls” (Garth Brooks cover)
Album:  “Madness” (2017)
Cover version performed by: All That Remains 
Cover version composed by:  All That Remains 
Cover version produced by: Howard Benson / Mike Plotnikoff 
Cover version published by: Razor & Tie / Concord Bicycle Music
Originally Written by:  Garth Brooks / Pat Alger
Originally Performed by:  Garth Brooks
Originally Produced by:  Allen Reynolds
Originally Recorded:  1989 - 1990
Original Recording Label:  Capital Nashville 44727

Episode 11 - Vegas and INK 180 News & Updates

Welcome to Episode 12!

*In episode 12 Chris talks about the terrible and unfortunates news coming out of Hollywood, how that hits home for everyone, and how INK 180 is a safe haven for those in need.  Be there for someone.  Listen.  It's key.

*Chris also talks about a big time award that INK 180 was blessed to have received & how cool that experience was.

*Due to all the inquiries he’s received lately, Chris provides a health update w/ an inside look at his secret to losing the weight and getting into the best shape of his life.

*Casey’s inspirational story

*Weight loss effects on tattoos

*INK 180 News & Upcoming Events
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To learn more about INK 180:
Visit us at www.ink180.com
Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ink180
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Want to get some INK?  Have questions?
E-mail:  chris@ink180.com
Phone: (630) 554-1404

Shop Hours:
Sunday	Closed
Monday	Closed
Tuesday to Saturday  12–9PM
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Credit Where Credit is Due:

“Burn Hollywood Burn”
Album: “Fear of a Black Planet” (1990)
Performed by: Public Enemy Composed by:  Public Enemy
Produced by: Chuck D / Eric Sadler / Hank Shocklee / Keith Shocklee
Recorded: 1989 Label: Def Jam / Columbia


“Not Today Satan (feat. Andy Mineo)”
Album:  “Today We Rebel” (2017)
Performed by: KB / Andy Mineo Composed by: KB Label: Reach
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Episode 12 - Hollywood

Welcome to Episode 13!


*In episode 13 we welcome in special guest Grant Riehle-Moeller who is interviewed by Chris.

*Grant is currently writing a book on porn-addiction and Chris interviews him on the topic, the book writing process, asks why everyone is so afraid to talk about it, and much more.

*Local news:  Arrests made in Oswego, IL Asian massage parlor that often advertises on backpage.com.  Chris provides information and insight on the great job by the Oswego PD as well as why some people tend to look at this the wrong way.  Yes, it is related to sex-trafficking/demand.

*Halloween week announcements

*INK 180 Ministries News & INK 180 Tattoo news: 
 
-Social Media class at the shop on Sunday, November 12th at 2 PM.  Call 630-554-1404 or email Chris at chris@ink180.com to sign up.  Space is limited.
-US Attorneys Office award presented to INK 180.
-INK 180 Documentary DVD’s available again!!
-New INK 180 gear will be available online soon!!  Watch the INK 180 Facebook page for announcements on that.

SHOW NOTES:

For more information on Grant Riehle-Moeller:
Contact Grant:
E-mail:  info@visionarysound.co
Website:  www.visionarysound.co

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To learn more about INK 180:
Visit us at www.ink180.com
Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ink180
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Want to get some INK?  Have questions?
E-mail:  chris@ink180.com
Phone: (630) 554-1404

Shop Hours:
Sunday	Closed
Monday	Closed
Tuesday to Saturday  12–9PM
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Credit Where Credit is Due:

“This Is Halloween”
Album: “The Nightmare Before Christmas:  Original Motion Picture Soundtrack” (1993)
Performed by: the case of The Nightmare Before Christmas Composed by:  Danny Elfman
Produced by:  Danny Elfman
Recorded: 1993 Label: Walt Disney Records


“John Carpenter’s Halloween”
Album:  “John Carpenter’s Halloween - Single” (2017)
Performed by: Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross Composed by: Trent Reznor / Atticus Ross Label: 2017 Sacred Bones Records/The Null Corporation
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Episode 13 - Interview with author Grant Riehle-Moeller, Halloween, & INK 180 News

Welcome to Episode 14!

This week we honor our Veterans, Chris tells us about Jenna’s story, the issue currently facing safe houses, local news & INK 180 announcements.

*INK 180 Ministries News & INK 180 Tattoo news: 
 
-INK 180 Documentary DVD’s available again!  Donate $25 via www.ink180.com & Chris will send you a copy by mail!  Shipping included!

-New INK 180 gear will be available online soon!!  Watch the INK 180 Facebook page for announcements on that.

-Check out My Half of the Sky coffee shop in Wheaton, IL!  Excellent coffee, atmosphere, and staff!

-If you ever want to donate to INK 180, now is a great time to do so!  Visit www.ink180.com and you will see the “Donate” button on the main page.  It’s easy and simple and secure!  Any amount is beyond appreciated and means more than words can describe!  Help us keep this ministry going!  There’s a lot more work to do!

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Please remember to Subscribe, LIKE, SHARE, DOWNLOAD this podcast for yourself, friends, or everyone directly on the SoundCloud App (Android & iOS)/SoundCloud.com.

Apple device users:

The thINK 180 podcast can be found through Apple's iTunes Podcast app (available on ALL iOS devices: iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Apple TV, MacBook, iMac, Apple Watch).  Use the “Subscribe” feature within the thINK 180 Podcast show page to have it conveniently notify you automatically each time a new episode is made available!

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To learn more about INK 180:
Visit us at www.ink180.com
Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ink180

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Want to get some INK?  Have questions?
E-mail:  chris@ink180.com
Phone: (630) 554-1404

Shop Hours:
Sunday	Closed
Monday	Closed
Tuesday to Saturday  12–9PM

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Credit Where Credit is Due:

“Can I Kick It”
Album:  People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm (1990)
Performed by: A Tribe Called Quest Composed by:
Produced by:  Q-Tip / A Tribe Called Quest (1989-1990)(Calliope Studios / Battery Studios)
Label:  JIVE / RCA RECORDS


"Higher" (2012)
Composed by: Noah Bernardo, Marcos Curiel, Mark Daniels, Paul Sandoval
Performed by: P.O.D. (Primary Artist)
Produced by: Howard Benson
Published by: Razor & Tie (Label)

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Episode 14 - Veteran's Day, Jenna's Story, Local News Stories, & INK 180 Announcements

Welcome to Episode 15!

Welcome back for another episode of the thINK 180 Podcast!  In episode 15 we come straight out of the INK 180 tattoo shop and tackle an ever increasing topic in terms of importance — the conversations between parents and their children/kids talking to their parents.  That being said Chris interviews his son, Tyler Baker. 

*Parents & kids — Having those REAL talks (not just one, but an open line of communication to have multiple talks.)

*Chris interviews his son, Tyler Baker. 

*Social Media Class

*Talking at OHS (Oswego High School) w/ Cassandra

*Julie’s Story

*Thanksgiving - LOTS to be thankful for!


*INK 180 Ministries News & INK 180 Tattoo news: 

-PLEASE RATE THE PODCAST ON iTunes!  This will help increase the podcast’s visibility, so please rate, review, and share!  This does more than you know and we appreciate the time everyone takes to do it!

-Thanks again to our favorite coffee shop! Go check out My Half of the Sky coffee shop in Wheaton, IL!  Excellent coffee, atmosphere, and staff!  Our social media class just might be coming there soon!!

-INK 180 Documentary DVD’s available again!  Donate $25 via www.ink180.com & Chris will send you a copy by mail!  Shipping included!

-New INK 180 gear will be available online soon!!  Watch the INK 180 Facebook page for announcements on that.

-If you ever want to donate to INK 180, now is a great time to do so!  Visit www.ink180.com and you will see the “Donate” button on the main page.  It’s easy and simple and secure!  Any amount is beyond appreciated and means more than words can describe!  Help us keep this ministry going!  There’s a lot more work to do!

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Please remember to Subscribe, LIKE, SHARE, DOWNLOAD this podcast for yourself, friends, or everyone directly on the SoundCloud App (Android & iOS)/SoundCloud.com.

Apple device users:

The thINK 180 podcast can be found through Apple's iTunes Podcast app (available on ALL iOS devices: iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, Apple TV, MacBook, iMac, Apple Watch).  Use the “Subscribe” feature within the thINK 180 Podcast show page to have it conveniently notify you automatically each time a new episode is made available!

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To learn more about INK 180:

Visit us at www.ink180.com
Like and Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ink180

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Want to get some INK?  Have questions?
E-mail:  chris@ink180.com
Phone: (630) 554-1404

Shop Hours:
Sunday	Closed
Monday	Closed
Tuesday to Saturday  12–9PM

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Credit Where Credit is Due:

“Parents Just Don’t Understand”
Album:  He’s the DJ, I’m the Rapper
Performed by: DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
Written by:  Harris / Smith / Townes
Produced by:  Harris / Smith / Townes
Recorded:  1987 - 1988 Label:  Jive


“For Those About To Rock (We Salute You)“
Album:  For Those About to Rock (November 1981)
Performed by: AC/DC
Composed by:  Angus Young / Malcolm Young / Brian Johnson
Produced by:  Robert John “Mutt” Lange (1981)  
Record Label:  Columbia

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Episode 15 - Parents Just Don't Understand:  Interview & INK 180 News

Welcome to the home of the INK 180 podcast, "thINK 180."

INK 180 is a tattoo shop with a purpose! Follow our work or to also check us out:

Visit www.INK180.com to learn more about INK 180 Tattoo Shop, the INK 180 Ministry, or to donate. Also check us out at www.FACEBOOK.com/INK180 so you can stay up to date and follow our shop and non-profit aspects of INK 180!

5-29-22: Christianity & politics, INK 180 receives FBI Directors Award, INK 180 turns 10

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