The Devil in Detox: How Rock Bottom Doesn’t Care Where You Come From | Ep 67 episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 16, 2025 · 53 MIN

The Devil in Detox: How Rock Bottom Doesn’t Care Where You Come From | Ep 67

from Get a Grip Podcast · host Louis Essig and Aaron Garnes

In this raw and deeply moving episode, Louis and Aaron sit down with Casey Richards, whose story is as gripping as it is inspiring. On the surface, Casey had it all— a stable, loving upbringing, everything he could ever want or need, and a promising future. But addiction doesn't discriminate.Casey takes us through his unexpected descent into substance dependence, focusing on his brutal experience with benzodiazepine withdrawal—an ordeal that he describes in haunting detail. From the sleepless nights, unrelenting anxiety, and waves of terror, to the hopelessness that seemed to have no end, Casey opens up about the kind of suffering that most people can’t imagine, let alone survive.Despite several attempts to get clean, nothing seemed to stick. He could stop—briefly—but he couldn’t stay stopped. Something was always missing… until one pivotal moment shifted everything. What followed was a slow but powerful transformation, built on honesty, support, and a complete surrender to the recovery process.Today, Casey is sober, thriving, and full of purpose. He shares the tools that helped him not just stay clean, but to build a life beyond his wildest imagination. Whether you’re in recovery yourself, know someone who is struggling, or simply want to understand the human side of addiction, this episode is a must-watch.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful stories on addiction, recovery, and resilience.Get a Grip Podcast Social Media: Find our TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio links, a more on our Link Tree below!Get a Grip Social Media Links: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/officialgetagrippodcast⁠

In this raw and deeply moving episode, Louis and Aaron sit down with Casey Richards, whose story is as gripping as it is inspiring. On the surface, Casey had it all— a stable, loving upbringing, everything he could ever want or need, and a promising future. But addiction doesn't discriminate.Casey takes us through his unexpected descent into substance dependence, focusing on his brutal experience with benzodiazepine withdrawal—an ordeal that he describes in haunting detail. From the sleepless nights, unrelenting anxiety, and waves of terror, to the hopelessness that seemed to have no end, Casey opens up about the kind of suffering that most people can’t imagine, let alone survive.Despite several attempts to get clean, nothing seemed to stick. He could stop—briefly—but he couldn’t stay stopped. Something was always missing… until one pivotal moment shifted everything. What followed was a slow but powerful transformation, built on honesty, support, and a complete surrender to the recovery process.Today, Casey is sober, thriving, and full of purpose. He shares the tools that helped him not just stay clean, but to build a life beyond his wildest imagination. Whether you’re in recovery yourself, know someone who is struggling, or simply want to understand the human side of addiction, this episode is a must-watch.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more powerful stories on addiction, recovery, and resilience.Get a Grip Podcast Social Media: Find our TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio links, a more on our Link Tree below!Get a Grip Social Media Links: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/officialgetagrippodcast⁠

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