Define Insanity

After 20 episodes, Define Insanity pauses to reflect on the journey so far. In this Season One recap, producer KC Ellis helps steer the ship as Joe and Justin revisit some of the show’s most memorable moments through a series of “listener emails.” Each message sends the conversation back to a classic story from earlier episodes, giving the guys a chance to revisit the moments, bits, and unexpected tangents that shaped the first season. From controversial confessions to recurring jokes and unforgettable stories, the episode highlights the moments that listeners keep talking about. This episode also marks a brief pause while the team records and prepares the next batch of episodes. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

This episode of Define Insanity continues the conversation with Louis in Part 2 of his story.After serving nine years in prison, Louis returns home determined to rebuild his life—only to discover that his younger brother Joe is already caught in the grip of addiction. Louis describes the impossible position of trying to move forward while being pulled back into chaos by someone he loves.The conversation explores the full impact of Joe’s nine-year addiction on the family, offering a raw Al-Anon-style perspective rarely heard. Louis speaks candidly about the emotional toll, the constant fear, the loss of trust, and the lingering trauma left behind even after sobriety begins.This episode focuses on the other side of addiction—the people who survive it alongside the addict—and the long road toward healing, boundaries, and cautious hope. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

This week on Define Insanity, Joe and Justin interview Louis, Joe’s older brother, in a powerful conversation about brotherhood, incarceration, and life after prison.Growing up, Louis was the protector and Joe was the youngest. When Louis found himself in trouble and ultimately served nine years in prison, the entire family was affected—but in very different ways.The brothers share stories from their childhood, reflect on how that challenging period shaped them individually, and explore the emotional distance created by incarceration. They discuss responsibility, regret, perspective, and the long road back.After his release, Louis committed to turning his life around. Today, he has a beautiful family and a successful career, offering a powerful example of resilience and redemption.This episode is about family bonds, accountability, and the possibility of rebuilding a meaningful life after loss, separation, and hard consequences. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

This episode of Define Insanity features Meech, a man whose life journey took him from addiction and incarceration to sobriety and service.As the son of a police officer, Meech grew up with structure and strong expectations, yet still found himself pulled into a destructive path—selling drugs, drinking heavily, and using substances. That path eventually led to jail and prison, forcing him to confront the reality of where his choices had taken him.Sobriety became the turning point.Through recovery and deep personal accountability, Meech rebuilt his life. Today, he’s sober and working as a counselor, helping others navigate addiction using the hard-earned wisdom of lived experience.This is an honest, grounded conversation about addiction, consequences, recovery, and what real change looks like when someone commits to it. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

 Meet Chad, a seventh-generation soldier from rural Louisiana who enlisted in the Army at 17.He became an Army Ranger and deployed to both Afghanistan and Iraq.Chad was wounded in combat three times, earning three Purple Hearts.He opens up about the realities of war, the invisible injuries he brought home, and his long struggle with PTSD.Chad talks honestly about the difficulty of transitioning back into civilian life and the challenges that came with losing his identity after leaving the military.He shares the turning point that helped him begin to heal — finding purpose through supporting other veteransnavigating similar battles.Joe and Justin explore themes of resilience, service, trauma, identity, and what it looks like to rebuild your life from the inside out.This episode is raw, moving, and full of hard-earned wisdom from someone who has survived more than most—and chosen to use his story to help others. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

In this week’s episode, Joe and Justin sit down with Ryan, a man whose story comes full circle. They first met years ago while living in a sober house — a place where hope, struggle, and growth often collide.Ryan opens up about his repeated battles with addiction and the lessons learned through every relapse, setback, and restart. Today, he’s living proof that perseverance and faith can rebuild a life. Now committed to helping others in recovery, Ryan shares how service and community have become the foundation of his new life.This is an honest, heartfelt conversation about redemption, resilience, and what it means to keep showing up. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

In this week’s episode, Joe and Justin sit down with Christina — a wife, new mother, and woman in long-term recovery whose story embodies the heart of Define Insanity.Christina opens up about growing up in a home impacted by alcoholism, how that early chaos shaped her own path, and the moment she decided to break the cycle. Through honesty, surrender, and the guidance of Alcoholics Anonymous, she found freedom — and today, she helps other women do the same.This is a powerful conversation about breaking generational patterns, rediscovering faith in yourself, and finding purpose through service. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

In this powerful conversation, Marinos opens up about the roots of his anxiety, the emotional weight of growing up with a narcissistic parent, and how these experiences shaped his journey through addiction and recovery. He shares the turning points that finally helped him break the cycle, what life looks like in sobriety, and how he now uses his experiences to guide others toward healing. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

In this episode, Joe and Justin sit down with Derrick to talk about his journey to sobriety. With 16 months clean, Derrick opens up about the reality of addiction—how it impacted his family, his marriage, and his sense of self. He shares the pivotal moments that led him to seek help, the daily work of staying sober, and how rebuilding trust has transformed his relationships.This conversation is raw, real, and a reminder that recovery is possible. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

 After eight episodes of conspiracy theories, Amber Alerts, and milk carton sightings… Sal finally walks through the door.Turns out, he wasn’t kidnapped by Russians, abducted by aliens, or hiding out with the Chinese — he just decided to show up.For the first time, Sal shares his real story: growing up without his father, struggling with addiction, and finding sobriety before losing his mom.His mother, who had 5 years of sobriety herself, got to see Sal turn his life around before she passed — a legacy of strength that still drives him today.It’s the epic conclusion to the “Sal's Missing” saga — equal parts hilarious and inspiring. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

In this week’s episode of Define Insanity, Joe and Justin welcome Shawn — a longtime friend of Justin’s with an incredible story of resilience.Shawn was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at a young age and endured multiple operations while trying to live a “normal” childhood. Along with the physical struggles came a deep sense of shame and isolation. But with his mother’s unwavering determination to find solutions, and his grandfather’s steady example of perseverance, Shawn found a way forward. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

Joe and Justin welcome Ninja Mike to the show for a powerful conversation about resilience, recovery, and connection.Mike shares openly about his battles with addiction and his experience facing cancer — challenges that could have derailed his life, but instead became turning points. Through these struggles, he’s built a deep commitment to his own growth and found strength in the recovery community around him.In this episode, you’ll hear how Ninja Mike’s journey is shaped not only by personal perseverance but also by the support, accountability, and shared purpose that come from being part of a community in recovery. His story highlights how healing isn’t done alone — and how finding your people can change everything. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

Matt’s journey is one of facing the darkest battles and finding a way forward. Living with borderline personality disorder brought him to a place where life itself felt unbearable. But instead of staying there, Matt turned to fitness, CrossFit, and a specialized program designed to help people with BPD. In this conversation, he opens up to Joe and Justin about what it was like at rock bottom, how he slowly rebuilt his sense of self, and the tools he now uses to navigate life with more peace and stability.If you’ve ever struggled with mental health or felt like change was impossible, Matt’s story is proof that healing is possible — and that resilience can be built one step at a time. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

In this episode of Define Insanity, Justin and Joe welcome their good friend Hammer — a guy whose energy lights up every room. From being diagnosed with autism at age two to facing the challenges of addiction, Hammer’s journey is one of grit, growth, and heart.Hammer shares openly about his life in recovery from alcohol, the mindset shifts that helped him push forward, and how he’s learned to turn adversity into strength. It’s an honest, heartfelt conversation about resilience, friendship, and the power of embracing who you are. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

This week, Justin and Joe sit down with Julia, a kind and courageous woman who shares her powerful journey through addiction and into sobriety. She opens up about the struggles she faced, the turning point that led her to change, and how she’s now helping others on their own paths to recovery. It’s an honest, heartfelt conversation about resilience, healing, and the power of compassion. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

This week on Define Insanity, we talk with Randy—a big guy with a bigger story. He takes us through his journey from deep in crack addiction to finding clarity, getting clean, and completely changing his life. Randy doesn’t sugarcoat anything. He gets real about the lowest points, what finally clicked, and how he now helps others battling addiction. If you’ve ever wondered what true transformation looks like, this one’s for you. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

Russ joins Joe and Justin for an honest conversation about grief, legacy, and the pressure of stepping into a path carved by someone else. Childhood memories from camp and high school set the stage for a deeper exploration of identity, loss, and what it means to define success on your own terms. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

This bonus episode takes an unexpected turn when the guys are left hanging by a no-show guest. With no script and nothing to lose, they dive into an unfiltered conversation that touches on everything from existential dread to mind-bending what-ifs. It’s spontaneous, a little chaotic, and totally Define Insanity. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

This week on Define Insanity, we’re joined by Richie—a guy whose story takes some wild turns but ultimately lands in a place of clarity, growth, and hope. From the messiness of addiction to the slow rebuild of recovery, Richie brings honesty, humor, and a perspective that only comes from living it. We talk about the power of owning your past, the unexpected moments that shift your path, and how laughter can sometimes be the best kind of medicine.  Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

In the second episode of Define Insanity, Joe and Justin introduce the show’s first guest—and the man behind the scenes—producer K.C. As his 10-year sobriety anniversary approaches, K.C. shares his personal journey through addiction, recovery, and the pivotal moments that changed everything. It’s a raw and honest conversation that gives listeners a chance to know the voice who’ll be chiming in throughout the series. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis

Welcome to the premiere episode of Define Insanity!In this kickoff conversation, hosts Joe and Justin set the tone for what this podcast is all about—raw, real, and just the right amount of ridiculous.The two comedians open up about their own personal journeys, sharing the challenges, rock-bottom moments, and turning points that shaped them. From navigating addiction and personal reinvention to finding humor in the darkest places, Joe and Justin lay it all out and invite listeners into a space where resilience meets comedy, and the most painful stories often come with the best punchlines.New episodes drop every other Friday—follow, subscribe, and leave a review to help us grow the Define Insanity community. Thanks for listening to Define Insanity! If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening. It helps more people find the show and join the conversation. Got a story or feedback? Email us at: [email protected] episodes drop every other Friday. Hosted by: Joe & JustinProduced & Edited by: KC Ellis