BTC EP #017: Should I Hire in Recovery? (Jeremy Gunn)

Josh sits down with Jeremy Gunn — business owner, community leader, and a powerful advocate for second‑chance hiring — for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had on Behind the Citgo. Jeremy opens up about his six‑and‑a‑half‑year sobriety journey, the moment of clarity that changed everything, and how that transformation reshaped the way he leads his company today. This episode digs into what recovery really requires beyond treatment: meaningful employment, mentorship, structure, accountability, and a community that refuses to give up on people. Jeremy breaks down his approach to hiring individuals coming out of recovery programs, the systems he uses to support them, and the unexpected challenges of leading a workforce filled with people fighting for a new life. From workplace culture to relapse cues, from leadership philosophy to redemption, this conversation is a masterclass in compassionate business ownership and believing in people before they believe in themselves. If you care about recovery, leadership, second chances, or building healthier communities, this episode hits with depth, honesty, and heart. #BehindTheCitgo #RecoveryCommunity #SecondChanceHiring #AddictionRecovery #SobrietyJourney #Leadership #WorkforceDevelopment #RecoveryFriendlyWorkplace #HumanDevelopment #CommunityBuilding #TransformationStory #RedemptionIsReal #RecoveryPodcast #LifeAfterAddiction #HopeInAction #AccountabilityAndGrace #RealRecovery #SecondChances #HealingJourney #RecoverySupport