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Overcoming Adversity
by Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias
The Overcoming Adversity podcast discusses all things and people who have looked in the face of struggle and have come out on the other side.
Episodes
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S3: EP 17 - You Do You with Grit and Grace
In this episode of Overcoming Adversity, we’re turning the mic around and spotlighting the powerhouse behind our own production - Janine Stella of StellaMix Studios. We’re talking podcasting, social media, and what it really takes to show up, be seen, and stay consistent when the haters come...
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S3: EP 16 - What We Really Do and Why It Works
In this episode of Overcoming Adversity, we’re pulling back the curtain on what we actually do at Next Level Recovery Associates. From case management and companioning to interventions and aftercare, we break down the heart of our work—and how it goes far beyond the basics. Whether you're...
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S3: EP 15 - Sex, Shame & Survival: Reclaiming Pleasure as a Radical Act of Healing
In one of our most powerful conversations yet, Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias sit down with psychologist and certified sex therapist Dr. Rachel Needle to unpack the intersections of trauma, shame, intimacy, and resilience. From childhood abuse to substance use, from body detachment to…
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S3: EP 14 - Behind the Brand: Yasmin Cuesta on Showing Up and Standing Out in Behavioral Health
In this episode of Overcoming Adversity, Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias are joined by Yasmin Cuesta, the founder and owner of Y&S Digital Growth, a boutique digital marketing agency based in South Florida and the creative behind Next Level Recovery Associates and Amanda's digital marketing…
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S3: EP 13 - Merik’s Legacy: A Son’s Heart, A Mother’s Journey
In this deeply personal episode of Overcoming Adversity, Amanda Marino is joined by her 19-year-old son, Merik, for a rare and raw conversation about growing up, healing generational trauma, and finding your purpose in helping others. From EMT training to future goals in firefighting and...
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S3: EP 12 - Cake for Dinner & Other Ways We Rise: Keesha Scott’s Story of Grit, Grace, and Starting Over
In this uplifting episode, Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias sit down with Keesha Scott—mom of three, co-founder of Guardian Recovery, and author of the upcoming book Cake for Dinner. With 23 years sober, Keesha shares her journey of rebuilding after loss, raising kids as a single mom, and finding…
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S3: EP 11 - Never Outmatched: Strategy, Grit & Disruption with Lee Pepper
Lee Pepper flew in, rerouted his life—and dropped pure gold on this episode of Overcoming Adversity. Amanda Marino dives into Lee’s journey from military service to behavioral health marketing legend, and how his new book Never Outmatched turns battlefield strategies into business and life…
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S3: EP 10 - We’ve Outgrown the Room: Why Playing Small No Longer Works
This one’s for anyone who’s ever walked into a networking event and left feeling drained instead of inspired. Amanda and Sarah reflect on the power of curating your circle—choosing real connections over forced conversations, and meaningful collaboration over performative support. From healing...
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S3: Ep.9 - How to Make Faith Personal, Not Performative with Natasha Silver Bell (Part 2)
What if faith wasn’t something you performed… but something you personally experienced? In this continuation of our heartfelt conversation with Natasha Silver Bell, host Amanda Marino leans into the deeper layers of spiritual curiosity, motherhood, recovery, and learning how to live without guilt...
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S3: Ep. 8 - Healing from Religious Trauma
Ever felt like faith should bring peace, but instead leaves you confused, hurt, or questioning everything? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of Overcoming Adversity, Amanda Marino sits down with Natasha Silver Bell, founder and CEO of SilverBell Global, for a raw and uplifting…
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S3: Ep. 7 - The Cool Kid Therapist: A Conversation with Eric Bricker
In this episode of Overcoming Adversity, powered by Next Level Recovery Associates, Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias sit down with therapist Eric Bricker—aka the “cool kid” of behavioral health. From cringey networking intros to real talk on grief, trauma, and post-COVID mental health, Eric keeps it...
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S3: Ep. 6 - Grit, Growth & Giving Zero Energy to the Haters
In this episode of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast, hosts Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias toss the script and let the conversation flow—from navigating negativity on social media to building a business rooted in purpose and partnership. They open up about how opposite strengths make them stronger...
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S3: Ep. 5 - Law Meets Recovery: Craig Robinson on Compassionate Legal Pathways to Healing
In this episode of Overcoming Adversity, Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias sit down with their friend and special guest Craig Robinson—a South Florida attorney who's not only helping families through the legal maze of the Marchman Act and guardianships, but also someone who’s walked the recovery road...
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S3: Ep. 4 - Britney Spears & Lily Phillips: Fame, Freedom, And The Fight For Control
In this compelling episode of Overcoming Adversity, powered by Next Level Recovery Associates, hosts Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias, alongside producer Janine, dive into the struggles of two women who have lived vastly different yet equally scrutinized lives—Britney Spears and Lily Phillips. They...
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S3: Ep. 3 - Parenting Through Recovery: Real Talk with Jessica Ponn, LCSW, CEO Jessica Ponn Coaching
Join hosts Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias on the Overcoming Adversity Podcast, powered by Next Level Recovery Associates, for a heartfelt and relatable conversation with Jessica Ponn, a licensed clinical social worker and parenting coach. Jessica opens up about her journey from therapy to…
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S3: Ep. 2 - Finding The Balance: Independence vs. Control
In this lively and heartfelt episode of Overcoming Adversity, Amanda Marino and co-host Sarah Frias dive into the real meaning of independence. From personal growth to leadership, relationships, and running a business, they explore the fine line between true independence and the need for control....
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S3: Ep. 1 - From Childhood Trauma To Healing: Ben Taratuta’s Journey & The Power Of Understanding
This episode has been a long time coming, and trust us—it was worth the wait. Amanda and Sarah finally sit down with therapist Ben Taratuta, LMHC, to talk about trauma, healing, and how our past shapes us in ways we don’t always realize. Ben gets personal about the moment his life changed...
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S2: EP. 18 - Breaking Down Narcissism, Trauma, and Real Healing with Esin Pinarli
In this episode of Overcoming Adversity, Amanda, Sarah, and Matt sit down with therapist Esin Pinarli for a look into narcissism, trauma, and the stuff we rarely talk about. Esin keeps it real, sharing how everything from somatic therapy to brain spotting and internal family systems (IFS) can…
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S2: EP. 17 - Let's Talk About Sex: A Chat with Sex Therapist Tempany Andersen
Join the team as they sit down with sex therapist Tempany Andersen for an open conversation about intimacy, sex therapy, and addiction. They tackle topics often avoided—from understanding sexual dysfunctions and what a healthy sex life looks like, to navigating porn addiction and breaking down...
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S2: EP. 16 - Unplanned Planning: The Magic of Making Things Work
In this episode, we dive into the beauty of balancing planned and unplanned moments in life and work. Join Amanda, Sarah, and Matt as they share personal stories about helping families and individuals navigate the challenges of recovery, sobriety, and personal growth. From breakthrough moments…
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S2: EP. 15 - Men's Mental Health and the "Dude Breathe" Approach
Join Next Level Recovery Associates on this episode that is breaking barriers in men's mental health. We sit down with Phil Treiber from Dude Breathe Counseling to talk about addiction, mental health, and why so many men avoid therapy. Phil breaks it down with real talk about using breathing...
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S2: EP. 14 - Stepping into the Unknown: Taking Leaps of Faith with Blake Cohen
On this episode of Overcoming Adversity, powered by Next Level Recovery Associates, hosts Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias, and Matt Williams welcome a very special guest—Blake Cohen! Blake, co-founder of Next Level Recovery, opens up about his bold decision to step away from the company to chase new...
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S2: EP. 13 - Breaking the Myths: Suboxone, Addiction, and Recovery with Dr. Aldo Morales
In this compelling episode of Overcoming Adversity, hosts Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias, and Matt Williams are joined by special guest, Dr. Aldo Morales, a board-certified psychiatrist in addiction medicine. Dr. Morales shares his journey from pharmacy to addiction psychiatry and delves into the...
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S2: Ep.12- Rebuilding from the Ground Up
Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias, and Matt Williams are back! In this episode, they get real about the ups and downs of early sobriety. From landing that first "recovery job" to dealing with the fears and challenges of starting fresh, they share their own stories and some solid advice. Whether you're...
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S2: Ep. 11 - #MomLife: Motherhood, Recovery, and Community Support
In this episode of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast, powered by Next Level Recovery Associates, hosts Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias explore the ups and downs of motherhood and recovery. Dressed like twins, Amanda and Sarah share laughs and insights into their different parenting stages—Amanda…
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S2: Ep. 10 - Overcoming Obstacles
Join hosts Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias, and Matt Williams on " Overcoming Adversity," an addiction and mental health podcast powered by Next Level Recovery Associates. In this episode, we explore the moments in life that feel like the end—whether it's divorce, loss, addiction, or other personal...
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S2: Ep. 9 - Breaking Free From Failure To Launch
Welcome to "Overcoming Adversity," the addiction and mental health podcast powered by Next Level Recovery Associates. Join hosts Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias, and Matt Williams as they dig into the raw realities of "Failure to Launch." Whether you're a young adult trying to figure life out or an...
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S2: Ep. 8 - Battling the Shadows: Overcoming Eating Disorders
On this episode of Overcoming Adversity Podcast, Amanda Marino, the founder of Next Level Recovery Associates, hosts this episode alongside her co-hosts, Matt Williams and Sara Frias. We introduce Season Twos first guest, Janine Stella, founder of StellaMix Podcast Production. This episode…
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S2: Ep. 7 - Beyond the Bubble: Mastering Life After Treatment
Step into the world beyond residential treatment with hosts Amanda Marino, Matt Williams, and Sarah Frias in this captivating episode of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast, powered by Next Level Recovery Associates. Discover the hidden challenges of transitioning from a structured treatment...
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S2: Ep. 6 - Family Matters: Navigating Addiction and Recovery Together
Join us in this heartfelt episode of "Overcoming Adversity" as hosts Amanda Marino, Matthew Williams, and Sarah Frias dive deep into the intricate web of addiction and its impact on families. From Matthew’s vivid recollection of his Uncle Harold’s struggles to personal stories of overcoming...
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S2: Ep. 5: The Intersection of Love and Addiction: Couples in Recovery
Dive in as we go into the intricate dynamics of couples battling addiction. offering a behind-the-scenes look at filming interventions, highlighting the unique challenges and emotional complexities of couples trying to break free from the grip of substance abuse. Through personal stories and...
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S2: Ep. 4: From Rock Bottom to Next Level Recovery: Amanda Marino’s Journey
Welcome to Overcoming Adversity with Amanda Marino, Matt Williams, and Sarah Frias from Next Level Recovery Associates. In this episode, we're diving into Amanda's incredible journey from early sobriety to running a successful recovery business. Amanda shares how she turned her trauma and...
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S2: Ep. 3: Putting Yourself First: Prioritizing Self-Care
In this episode of "Overcoming Adversity," Amanda Marino and Matt Williams chat with Sarah Frias about the real struggles and victories of self-care. Sarah opens up about her personal journey, from putting everyone else first to learning how to take care of herself, especially through motherhood...
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S2: Ep. 2: Turning Darkness into Light: Matt Williams' Journey of Hope and Recovery
Ever wonder how someone can transform their darkest moments into a beacon of hope for others? Join us as we chat with Matt Williams, Chief Heart Officer at Next Level Recovery Associates. Hosts Amanda Marino and Sarah Frias dive into Matt's inspiring journey from founding FRO Pro to earning…
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S2: Ep. 1: A New Era In OA: Insights From Our Executive Team
Hey everyone! We’re so excited to kick off a new chapter of the Overcoming Adversity podcast with two of my favorite people who have been with me since day one: Matt Williams and Sarah Frias. Join us as we dive into the amazing work we do at Next Level Recovery Associates. We'll be talking about...
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Ep 35: The OA Podcast - Finding Resilience
Chris Martinez, founder of Resilience Recovery Resources, is our guest on episode number 35 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! Chris vulnerably discusses losing his father at a young age and how that life event altered his life, way of thinking, and ability to form relationships. He goes on to...
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Ep.34: The OA Podcast - Nursing and Babies
Yes, it's true. After one full year away, the OA podcast is back with episode number 34! We've missed you dearly which is why we wanted our first episode back to be a heartfelt one. Sarah Frias, a nurse in SoFla and the Family Support Specialist for Next Level Recovery Associates Inc, tells her...
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Ep 33: The OA Podcast - Take Care of Your Mother for Me
Episode #33 is live and today's guest is the inspirational, Bonnie Mathews! Bonnie's story dives deep into what it's like being addicted to a loved one's addiction. Bonnie is a therapist with decades of experience in the mental health and substance use field but she is also in recovery from...
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Ep 32: The OA Podcast - Nothing to Something and Beyond
Welcome back OA podcast listeners! This is episode number 32 and we hope you enjoy it! For this episode, Amanda and Blake enjoy, what was supposed to be, a conversation about nothing that quickly evolves into a conversation about life, the importances of being authentic, the struggles with...
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Ep 31: The OA Podcast - Putting Family First
Episode 31 is out and available for your listening pleasure. This episode's guest is the incredible, Brent Bryant. Brent is a Family Ambassador for Family First Adolescent Services. He is so much more than that, though. Brent is a highly sought-after speaker and advocate for addressing mental...
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Ep.30: The OA Podcast - Mindset over Setback
Help us bring in our 30th episode by listening to this episode of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast! On this episode, your hosts, Amanda & Blake discuss the reason its taken so long to get from episode number 29 to number 30, the importance of shifting our mindsets to overcome fear, and how...
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Ep 29:The OA Podcast - World Tour Pity
Episode 29 is live and ready to rock some ear drums. Speaking of drums, our guest this week is Jordan Meyers! Jordan was diagnosed with depression at an early age but through a series of events found him self using percussion to get out of it. Little did he know that this life of playing drums...
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Ep.28: The OA Podcast - Recovery Through Repetition with Jeremy Plummer
Episode 28 is live and ready for your ears and minds to ingest! This week we have Jeremy Plummer as our guest. He shares his incredible story of overing adversity, how there must be someone looking out for him, and how we can turn our tragedies into testimonies! Jeremy is the creator of Recovery...
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Ep 27: The OA Podcast - Unfit to Beyond Fit Mother
Episode number 27 of the OA podcast is now live for your listening pleasure and we have a guest this week that just makes us smile! This week, Felicia Kleinpeter of Imagine Recovery, fills us in on her adversity and explains what it's like going from being deemed an "unfit mother" to an…
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Ep 26: The OA Podcast - Georgie Brooklyn
Episode #26 is live and we've got a story for you. This week's guest is George Bullock IV. George is now happily in recovery from a substance use disorder and leading a happy life but it wasn't always that way. After the heartbreaking, and sudden, loss of his father and then his father-like…
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Ep 25: The OA Podcast -Finding Purpose with Matt Williams
"If you want a great community around you, you have to build it!" Those are the words Matt's mentor spoke to him while he was in early recovery from a substance use disorder (addiction). That day and those words changed his life forever. Matt is the founder of FroPro. But he is so much more than...
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EP 24: The OA Podcast - The Cornbread Hustler
The OA podcast is back in action and for this episode we have an incredible guest! Today's episode features Cheri Garcia, the founder of the Cornbread Hustle which is an organization that offers job placement to formally incarcerated individuals. Her story is full of twists and turns but she made...
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EP. 23 - The OA Podcast: Lemonade out of Lemons
Welcome to Episode #23 of the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with Amanda Marino & Blake Cohen! Collectively, as a population, we are all in the midst of some incredible Adversity. The Coronavirus has flipped the world on its ear and we are all adjusting to the infamous "new normal". In the midst of...
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Ep 22: The OA Podcast - Listen to Your Gut
Welcome back to the Overcoming Adversity Podcast with this show's guest, Rebecca Reeder! Rebecca's inspiring story made for a great episode! She offers incredible insight into what it's like to live with, and overcome, an eating disorder as well as a Substance Use Disorder. She is real…
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Ep 21: The OA Podcast - UNCrushing It w/ Tim Clarke
First off, let me start by saying that we apologize for the dropped calls that we've poorly tried to edit out of this episode. Now that we've gotten that out of the way, you are in for a real treat with one! Tim Clarke is the co-founder and CEO of UNCrushed.org. In episode #21, Blake and Amanda...
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The Overcoming Adversity podcast discusses all things and people who have looked in the face of struggle and have come out on the other side.
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Amanda Marino, Sarah Frias
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