The Peak of Possibility Podcast

"I was a high school teacher living a double life."In this deeply moving episode, Lisa Saunders opens up about the harrowing journey from a childhood defined by trauma to finding peace in long-term sobriety. For the first time, Lisa details the complexities of her upbringing, the impact of her parents, and the incredibly painful experience of having to testify against her stepbrother.Lisa reveals how she navigated her career as a high school teacher while battling active alcoholism, the "rock bottom" moment that changed everything, and how she has managed to stay sober for over a decade. This is a story of resilience, the pursuit of justice, and the grueling but rewarding path to healing.In this episode, we discuss:The reality of "high-functioning" alcoholism in the workplace.Healing from severe childhood trauma and family dysfunction.The emotional weight of the legal system and testifying against family.Tools for maintaining sobriety for 10+ years.If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, please reach out for help:Peak Path Health - 213-772-2702

Dave Manheim was in his addiction while producing a live radio show. Now he hosts The Dopey Podcast — one of the most raw, unfiltered addiction and sobriety podcasts on the planet. This is his story.In this episode, Dave opens up about rock bottom, losing his co-host Chris to an overdose, and how he kept the show going through grief, recovery, and relapse. If you're on a sobriety journey or know someone battling addiction, this one will hit different.🎙️ The Dopey Podcast: https://dopepodcast.com━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations on human potential, addiction recovery, and real people's real stories.📲 Follow The Peak of Possibility Podcast:For Addiction Treatment Support: www.peakpathhealth.com━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Topics covered in this episode:• Dave Manheim's addiction story and road to sobriety• How The Dopey Podcast was born• Losing co-host Chris to a drug overdose• Mental health, trauma, and addiction recovery• What 10 years of sobriety actually looks like

Victor Oliviera went from addiction, run-ins with the law, and time in prison — to becoming "The Good Boss," a viral social media force driving across America to give people living on the streets scholarships to treatment facilities.This is a raw, unfiltered conversation about sobriety, second chances, and what it actually looks like to pull someone back from the edge — and hand them a future.Victor built his name by treating his employees like family — creating a culture of support and belonging that exploded on social media. But what started as a workplace movement became something far bigger: traveling the United States to find people who've been written off and funding their path into addiction treatment, giving access to recovery that most people never get.In this episode, Victor opens up about:- His own battle with addiction and time in prison- How "The Good Boss" brand was born — and why it went viral- Providing scholarships to treatment facilities for people living on the streets- Traveling across America to find and help those who've fallen through the cracks- What sobriety really looks like — and the daily work it takes to stay there- Giving people in recovery real jobs, real community, and a real shotThis is more than a recovery story. It's a blueprint for what humans are capable of when they choose to stop looking away.🎙️ Subscribe for new episodes📱 Donate to Victors Movement: www.freshstartcard.com🌐 Peak Path Health — Luxury Addiction & Mental Health Treatment: www.peakpathhealth.com

Klover King’s story isn’t polished—it’s real.After nearly 20 years of substance use, multiple stints in jail and prison, and living out of his van, everything came to a halt when he suffered a heart attack that nearly took his life. That moment became the turning point that forced him into sobriety—when nothing else ever had.Now four years sober, Clover has rebuilt his life in the most unexpected way. What started as selling a few breakfast burritos outside the Van Nuys courthouse turned into a movement—feeding people coming out of jail, supporting the homeless community, and becoming one of the most watched live streamers on TikTok through raw, unfiltered acts of service.But the journey hasn’t been easy. From viral growth to public controversy, accusations, betrayal, and personal loss—including losing his girlfriend to fentanyl—Clover has had to navigate what it really means to stay grounded when everything around you is shifting.In this episode, we talk about what it takes to truly change, the cost of kindness, finding purpose through service, and how faith became the foundation for rebuilding a life from nothing.This is a story about survival, redemption, and choosing to keep going—no matter what.If you or someone you love is struggling with addiction or mental health, Peak Path Health offers comprehensive, personalized care in a luxury treatment setting designed for real, lasting transformation.📞 Call: (855) 527-1961🌐 Visit: www.peakpathhealth.com📧 Email: [email protected]

Interventions aren’t what you see on TV—they’re raw, strategic, emotional turning points that can mean the difference between life and death.In this episode of The Peak of Possibility Podcast, Glynis Franz sits down with two people who have lived—and led—some of the most intense moments in addiction recovery: Tim Ryan and Jennifer Gimenez.Tim, a nationally recognized interventionist, and Jennifer, a recovery advocate, interventionist and former model and Celebrity Rehab cast member, bring unmatched perspective from both sides of addiction. Most recently, they helped facilitate the intervention that led Andy Dick into treatment—giving us a rare look into what it actually takes to break through when someone is deep in the chaos.This conversation pulls back the curtain on:What a real intervention looks like (and why many fail)The emotional and psychological strategy behind getting someone to say yesHow addiction plays differently in the public eye—and why celebrity status can make recovery harder, not easierThe biggest mistakes families make when trying to help—and how to stop enabling without abandoningThe truth about “rock bottom,” tough love, and when it’s time to step inThis isn’t surface-level recovery talk. It’s direct, honest, and grounded in real experience—from the front lines of addiction and healing.If you’ve ever felt helpless watching someone spiral, this episode gives you clarity, direction, and a reminder that change is possible—when the right moment is created.Learn more about Tim Ryan & Jennifer Gimenez: www.dopetohope.comIf you or a loved one need support, reach out to Peak Path Health: (855) 527-1961 [email protected] www.peakpathhealth.comPeak Path Health offers comprehensive substance use and mental health treatment in a luxury, clinically sophisticated environment—designed to help individuals move from crisis to clarity.The Peak of Possibility PodcastWhere we have sobering conversations about addiction, mental health, recovery, and the incredible capacity we all have to heal and grow.

She shot her husband's mistress during a meth-induced psychotic break.She went to jail. Lost her home. Lived on the streets with her son.And somehow — she came back.In this episode of The Peak of Possibility Podcast, Wendy Adamson doesn't sugarcoat a thing. She walks us through the night that destroyed her old life, what incarceration actually taught her, and the long, brutal road back to herself — one she never expected to survive, let alone document in a published book.Today Wendy facilitates creative writing groups inside treatment centers, works with the Have A Sole Foundation, and uses storytelling to help others find their voice in the middle of their darkest chapters.This episode will challenge how you think about addiction, accountability, and what real recovery actually looks like.You'll hear:- What it's like to wake up from psychosis and face what you've done- How Wendy rebuilt her identity after losing everything — including her freedom.- Why creative writing became her path to healing (and how it can be yours)- What accountability looks like when there are no excuses leftLearn more about Wendy Here:https://wendyadamson.com🎙️ The Peak of Possibility Podcast is hosted by Glynis Franz — raw, honest conversations about addiction, mental health, recovery, and the human capacity to heal.Powered by Peak Path Health — where transformation begins.📞 (855) 527-1961🌐 www.peakpathhealth.com📩 [email protected]

What happens when faith becomes the thing that breaks you?In this episode of The Peak of Possibility Podcast, we sit down with Rabbi Iggy—spiritual counselor and Head Rabbi at Beit T’Shuvah, a nonprofit addiction treatment center in Los Angeles that integrates spirituality into recovery in a radically different way.Rabbi Iggy’s story isn’t what you expect.Raised in an Orthodox Jewish home, he grew up deeply rooted in religion—but everything changed when he came out as part of the queer community. He was rejected, shunned, and left to navigate the world on his own… eventually experiencing homelessness as a teenager.Covered in tattoos and carrying the weight of that rejection, he went on a search for meaning—through addiction, through spirituality, and even across the world.But what he found wasn’t religion as he knew it. It was something deeper.Now, Rabbi Iggy has returned to faith on his own terms—and has become the kind of spiritual leader he once needed. At Beit T’Shuvah, he helps people rebuild their relationship with themselves, their spirituality, and their recovery—without shame.This conversation dives into:* How religious shame can impact identity and addiction* The difference between religion and spirituality* What it really means to “find God again”* And how healing happens when we stop trying to fit into broken systemsThis one is raw, honest, and necessary.If you or someone you love is struggling, you don’t have to do this alone.Peak Path Health offers elevated, personalized addiction and mental health treatment in Los Angeles—where healing is intentional, and transformation is possible.📞 855-527-1961🌐 www.peakpathhealth.com📧[email protected] for more conversations that challenge, heal, and expand what recovery can look like.

What happens after you get clean? Most people think the journey ends at sobriety, but for George Thompson, that was just the beginning of "Living Dirty." In this episode of The Peak of Possibility, host Glynis Franz sits down with George to peel back the layers of recovery, raw ambition, and the messy reality of building a life worth living.Peak Path Health Support: Recovery is a journey you don't have to take alone. If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, reach out to the team at Peak Path Health today.(855) 527-1961www.peakpathhealth.comInquiries: [email protected]

What happens when the emotional pain inside becomes too heavy to carry?In this powerful episode of the Peak of Possibility Podcast, host Glynis Franz sits down with Jeanine Coulter—TEDx presenter, recovery advocate, fitness instructor, and host of the Chasing Heroin podcast—to talk about the reality of addiction, emotional pain, and rebuilding a life after rock bottom.Jeanine shares how she once lived what many would consider a “normal” life. She was a straight-A student with a stable upbringing, a future full of potential. But beneath the surface, emotional pain was building in ways she didn’t yet know how to process.Addiction slowly took hold, and her life unraveled in ways she never imagined—at one point leading to living in a dog house behind a drug dealer’s home.Her story is raw, honest, and deeply human. Today, Jeanine uses her voice to help others understand addiction, confront emotional pain, and believe that recovery is possible.In this episode we discuss:• When emotional pain becomes too overwhelming to cope with• How addiction often begins as an attempt to survive pain• Going from a promising life to rock bottom• The reality of homelessness and addiction• Rebuilding identity and purpose in recovery• The role of fitness, community, and storytelling in healing• Why sharing your story can help others find hopeJeanine’s journey is proof that rock bottom doesn’t have to be the end of the story—it can be the beginning of transformation.🌐 https://jeaninecoulter.comHost of the Chasing Heroin PodcastRecovery Advocate | Speaker | Fitness InstructorPeak Path Health provides compassionate, evidence-based addiction treatment and recovery support.🌐 https://peakpathhealth.com📧 [email protected]📞 (855) 527-1961

What if the key to healing trauma isn’t avoiding it—but finally facing it with the right tools?In this powerful episode of The Peak of Possibility Podcast, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Marc Lynn joins us to explore the cutting edge of psychedelic-assisted therapy, including MDMA, ketamine, and psilocybin, and their groundbreaking impact on treating Complex PTSD. As part of pioneering research at UCLA, Marc shares what’s actually happening inside the brain during these treatments—and why they’re changing lives where traditional talk therapy falls short.We also dive deep into the hidden emotional struggles many men carry, the silent pressure to appear strong, and how vulnerability can become the gateway to real healing—not weakness. Marc breaks down the realities of modern relationships, why so many couples struggle to truly connect, and what it takes to build emotional safety, trust, and authenticity.This conversation is raw, eye-opening, and filled with hope for anyone who has experienced trauma, struggled in relationships, or wondered if true healing is possible.If you or someone you love is struggling, you’re not alone. We’re here to help at Peak Path Health.

What happens when trauma isn’t just something you study—but something you survive?In this powerful episode of The Peak of Possibility Podcast, Glynis sits down with Tommy Montanarella, LPC — trauma therapist, psychedelic-assisted therapy provider, and EDM musician — to explore how profound loss, addiction, and grief shaped his life and his calling.Tommy grew up in a home deeply impacted by addiction. His mother struggled. His brother struggled. And ultimately, Tommy lost his brother in a tragic and highly publicized shooting while his brother was under the influence — a moment that shattered his family and forced Tommy to confront pain most people never fully understand.Instead of running from that pain, Tommy turned toward it.He shares how his brother’s death became a catalyst for his path into therapy — not just to help others heal, but to understand himself. Tommy opens up about trauma, complicated grief, family systems, and the deeper emotional wounds that often drive addiction. He also discusses his work with psychedelic-assisted therapy, how it can help people access and process buried trauma, and why healing requires more than just stopping substances — it requires facing what’s underneath.Beyond the therapy room,  @TherapywithTommy  is also an EDM DJ and musician, using music as another pathway to expression, connection, and emotional release.This episode is about grief, purpose, trauma, and what it means to transform pain into service.If you’ve ever lost someone, struggled with addiction, or wondered how people turn their deepest wounds into their greatest strength — this conversation is for you.About The Peak of Possibility Podcast:Sobering conversations about addiction, mental health, trauma, recovery, and the human capacity to heal.If you or someone you love is struggling, reach out. Healing is possible.www.peakpathhealth.com

Glynis Franz sits down with Bethany Dwyer—mental health advocate, performer, and comedian—for an honest and deeply human conversation about addiction and recovery.Bethany shares what it’s really like working in the field of addiction: why she feels called to this work, how it shapes her life, and the emotional realities that come with it. She also opens up about her personal journey, including the experience of navigating her husband’s relapse and what that taught her about love, resilience, and recovery.This episode is raw, compassionate, and full of insight for anyone impacted by addiction—whether personally, professionally, or through a loved one.Sponsored by Peak Path Health Supporting individuals and families on their recovery journey.

In this episode, Glynis sits down with Derek, the owner of the OG motorcycle channel Whitewall Stuntz, for an honest conversation about resilience, family, and breaking generational cycles. Derek opens up about growing up in a chaotic environment shaped by addiction and hardship—and how he and his siblings made the conscious choice to avoid addiction despite a rough start. He shares how those early experiences shaped his perspective, his values, and the way he documents the raw truth of life on the streets of Los Angeles today. This episode is about choosing a different path, telling real stories, and finding purpose through honesty.#peakofpossibilities #LA #whitewallstuntzHelp is only a call or email away.📞 333-471-1156✉️ [email protected]

In this episode, Garet McLendon shares how years in and out of prison shaped his life before he found purpose in helping others. Now focused on growth and service, Garet reflects on accountability, change, and what it takes to rebuild from the inside out.

In this episode, Trey Hurlitz shares how entering wilderness treatment at 21 became the turning point that changed his life. Now sober and working as a life coach, Trey reflects on growth, accountability, and what it really means to build a life worth staying present for.

In this episode of Peak of Possibilities, host Glynis Franz sits down with Robby Patrick, owner of Blackburn Recovery, and Nathan James to discuss the addiction epidemic in America and the urgent need for better access to care.Robby and Nathan share their personal recovery journeys, break down the gaps in the current treatment system, and highlight real resources that help people get sober and stay sober. They also discuss the mission of the Blackburn Foundation, a nonprofit providing treatment and aftercare scholarships for individuals without the financial means to get help.This conversation focuses on advocacy, hope, and why creating more recovery resources saves lives.

Peak of Possibility, hosted by Glynis Franz and sponsored by Peak Path Health, is a compelling podcast focused on recovery, resilience, and transformation at the highest level of care. This episode features Dustin Kerr, who shares his deeply personal journey through addiction and recovery, and how that experience ultimately led him to become a founder of Peak Path Health, one of the premier luxury addiction treatment centers in the Hollywood Hills.Located in Los Angeles, Peak Path Health provides private, concierge-style addiction and mental health treatment for individuals seeking discretion, comfort, and clinical excellence. Their comprehensive, evidence-based programs include medical detox, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), group therapy, individual trauma-focused therapy, and holistic services such as massage therapy and wellness-centered care.In this episode, Dustin Kerr explains how his lived experience in recovery shaped Peak Path Health’s mission to deliver compassionate, results-driven treatment in a luxury setting. Together, Glynis and Dustin explore the intersection of personal transformation and clinical expertise, offering insight into what makes recovery sustainable and deeply personal. This conversation is essential viewing for anyone searching for luxury rehab in Los Angeles, Hollywood Hills addiction treatment, DBT and CBT therapy in LA, or private mental health care with holistic support.

Welcome to the Peak of Possibilities podcast, hosted by Glynis Franz, where real people share powerful stories of transformation, resilience, and recovery. In each episode, we dive deep into the emotional and psychological challenges that shape us—and the inspiring breakthroughs that lead to healing. This episode is sponsored by Peak Path Health, a private luxury addiction treatment center in the Hollywood Hills.Peak Path Health (PeakPath / Peak Path Health Inc) offers world-class, personalized addiction treatment and is known for its DBT program in Los Angeles, CA, CBT Los Angeles, and comprehensive clinical care. Their services support individuals seeking alcohol addiction treatment Hollywood Hills, cocaine addiction treatment Los Angeles, benzodiazepine addiction treatment Hollywood Hills, heroin addiction treatment Los Angeles, medical detox Hollywood Hills, and personalized addiction treatment in Hollywood Hills.As one of the most trusted wellness-focused rehabs in Los Angeles, Peak Path provides cognitive behavioral therapy in Los Angeles, trauma care, DBT PE, and access to an experienced DBT therapist in Los Angeles, CA. Clients benefit from a luxury healing environment, holistic therapies, and private executive-level accommodations, making it one of the best options for those seeking luxury rehab in Hollywood Hills, CBT in California, and the best cognitive behavioral therapy in Los Angeles.Peak Path also supports individuals facing depression, trauma, and long-term substance use issues—guiding them along a healing path to recovery. Whether the challenge is drug addict recovery Hollywood Hills, benzodiazepine withdrawal, or rebuilding after heroin or cocaine addiction, Peak Path Health is committed to providing compassionate, individualized care.

In this powerful episode of Peak of Possibilitys, host Glynis Franz sits down with close friend Brad Shepard for an honest conversation about mental health, the impact of addiction on families, and how supportive relationships can shape the healing journey. While Brad is not in recovery himself, he offers a unique outside perspective on what it’s like to walk beside loved ones battling issues like alcohol addiction, cocaine addiction, benzodiazepine addiction, and other struggles commonly treated in Los Angeles and the Hollywood Hills.This episode is presented by Peak Path Health, a private luxury addiction and mental-health program in the Hollywood Hills known for its personalized treatment approach, including CBT, DBT therapy, medical detox, holistic wellness services, and trauma-informed care. Whether you’re seeking insight into mental health, searching for help for a drug addict in Hollywood Hills, or exploring options like cognitive behavioral therapy in Los Angeles, dual diagnosis support, depression treatment, or outpatient programs, this conversation sheds light on the emotional reality behind recovery.Glynis and Brad dive into topics surrounding wellness-focused rehab, family dynamics, denial, the stigma of addiction, and what real support looks like. Their dialogue underscores Peak Path Health’s mission: providing a healing path rooted in compassion, evidence-based care, and a luxury environment designed for privacy, comfort, and transformation.If you’re exploring resources such as DBT programs in Los Angeles, medical detox centers, heroin addiction treatment in Hollywood Hills, anxiety and depression therapy in Los Angeles, luxury executive rehab options, group therapy, or cognitive behavioral therapy in California, this episode offers clarity, connection, and hope.

In this powerful episode of Peak of Possibilities, host Glynis Franz sits down with David Milar, a man who went from the depths of crack addiction to becoming a successful medical student. His story is one of the most inspiring transformations you’ll ever hear — a raw and honest conversation about rock bottom, redemption, and the limitless potential of the human spirit.David opens up about:His darkest days in addictionThe turning point that changed everythingHow he rebuilt his life and pursued medicineThe mindset that helped him achieve the impossiblePresented by Peak Path Health, this episode reminds us that no matter how far gone you think you are, there is always a way back — and even a path to greatness.

In this powerful episode of Peak of Possibility, host Glynis Franz sits down with Jenna Grossman, a pillar of the Oak Forest Recovery community and a woman whose story continues to inspire countless others. Jenna opens up about growing up in an alcoholic home, the trauma and patterns she carried into adulthood, and how her own addiction took hold. With honesty and vulnerability, she shares the turning points that led her into recovery and the purpose she’s found in helping others heal. This conversation is raw, hopeful, and a testament to the strength found in facing our truth and choosing a new path.

In this emotional and motivating episode of Peak of Possibilities, host Glynis Franz sits down with Fausto Castellanos — the powerful voice behind the Journey to Solutions podcast and a featured guest on Soft White Underbelly. Fausto opens up about his past struggles with addiction, the trauma he survived, and the inner work it took to rebuild his life from the ground up.

In this powerful episode of Peak of Possibilities, we sit down with Jeremy Jackson, best known for his role as Hobie on Baywatch. Once a Hollywood child star living in the spotlight, Jeremy opens up about the darker side of fame — addiction, loss, and the painful road that followed. Now years sober, he shares how recovery gave him a new identity and a mission to help others find freedom and purpose beyond their past.Presented by Peak Path Health, this episode dives deep into the realities of fame, self-destruction, and the healing process that comes with choosing recovery. Whether you’re in sobriety, struggling with purpose, or simply looking for inspiration — Jeremy’s story will remind you that transformation is always possible.🎙️ Hosted by Glynis Franz🏥 Presented by Peak Path Health – Luxury Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Center🔗 Subscribe for more real stories of recovery, hope, and growth.#JeremyJackson #Baywatch #Sobriety #AddictionRecovery #PeakOfPossibilities #PeakPathHealth #Transformation #HollywoodRecovery #MentalHealth #RecoveryPodcast

Rachel Elizabeth opens up about surviving the darkest parts of addiction and rebuilding her life from the ground up. What once felt like a life with no way out has become a platform to help others find their own path to recovery. Today, she uses her voice to remind people that healing is possible, hope is real, and no one has to do it alone. Listen to her full story on Spotify.

In this powerful episode of Peak of Possibilities, hosted by Glynis Franz and sponsored by Peak Path Health, we sit down with Alexis Haines — formerly Alexis Neiers of the infamous Bling Ring robbery case. Once thrust into the spotlight for her role in high-profile celebrity burglaries, a hit reality TV show, and later a Netflix special, Alexis’ life spiraled into addiction, despair, and a national media frenzy.Today, Alexis shares the raw truth behind the chaos — not just the headlines, but the hopelessness she felt while trapped in addiction. Glynis and Alexis dive deep into the emotional collapse behind the fame, the shame, the courtroom drama, and ultimately… the moment she realized recovery was possible.From handcuffs to healing, Alexis now uses her story to inspire others struggling with substance use and trauma. This episode is a moving journey from darkness into light, reminding us that hitting rock bottom can be the beginning of a new path.💬 In this episode:The real story behind the Bling Ring and media frenzyWhat addiction really felt like behind the fameLife after the Netflix special and reality TVThe moment Alexis chose hope over hopelessnessHow recovery opened the door to purpose and healing✨ Peak of Possibilities is where powerful stories meet the promise of transformation. Sponsored by Peak Path Health — where hope finds direction.

In this powerful episode of Peak of Possibilities, host Glynis Franz sits down with Jack Doherty — a husband, father, and trauma survivor best known for his raw and unfiltered interviews on Soft White Underbelly and his YouTube channel @JackUnmasked. Jack opens up about his journey through addiction, recovery, and healing, sharing how he turned his pain into purpose and found hope on the other side of trauma.Presented by Peak Path Health, this conversation dives deep into what it means to rebuild your life, rediscover your identity, and stay grounded in sobriety — one honest story at a time.🎧 Listen now and explore the peaks of human resilience.

In this emotional and powerful episode, Jeska — fiancée of recovery influencer Hunter Michael Shepherd — opens up about her battle with addiction, the devastating loss of her children’s father to an overdose inside a Walmart, and the journey that brought her back to life. From heartbreak to healing, Jeska shares how she rebuilt her world, found love again, and is now using her story to inspire others in recovery. A raw and hopeful conversation about redemption, resilience, and the power of second chances.

In the very first episode of Peak of Possibilities, host Glynis Franz sits down with Hunter Michael Shepherd — a recovery influencer whose story has touched millions across social media. Hunter opens up about the darkest moment of his life, when he was drugged with Fl*cka after being told it was m*th, and how that experience became a turning point in his journey to sobriety.From near destruction to building a platform of hope, Hunter shares how he found purpose through pain, helping others heal by telling his truth online. This raw and inspiring conversation is a reminder that no matter how deep you fall, there’s always a way to rise again.