Recover Outloud Podcast

Alex shares his journey from early substance use in the Midwest to heavy drinking, cocaine, heroin, and meth addiction that eventually led to homelessness, legal trouble, and years of relapse. After multiple trips to rehab and hitting what he calls the true “jumping off point,” Alex realized that getting sober wasn’t the hardest part staying sober was. His turning point came when he began studying mindset, meditation, and neuroscience, discovering that recovery required more than willpower. It required retraining the brain.In this episode, Sean and Alex dive into the science behind addiction, the role of subconscious thinking, why negative thought patterns keep people stuck, and how tools like meditation, breathwork, affirmations, and disciplined habits can help rebuild a life from the inside out. Alex explains how learning to separate yourself from your thoughts, develop awareness, and take intentional action can lead not only to sobriety, but to purpose, peace, and freedom.Now a sober life coach with a high success rate helping others stay clean, Alex uses science-based tools alongside traditional recovery principles to help people create lasting change.This episode is about more than getting sober.It’s about rewiring the mind, finding purpose, and proving that no matter how far you fall, you can rebuild your life one decision at a time.

This episode explores the role of higher power, personal responsibility, and collective consciousness in recovery, while also diving into uncomfortable but necessary conversations about the war on drugs, incarceration, systemic barriers, and how addiction intersects with society, culture, and opportunity. Jeff speaks openly about his lived experience, the realities of prison and reentry, and why recovery requires more than just quitting substances it requires a shift in mindset, environment, and awareness.Sean and Jeff also discuss how distraction, ego, and lack of support keep people stuck, and why consistency, community, and spiritual connection can change the trajectory of a life. From street survival to self-awareness, from prison statistics to personal transformation, this episode blends real talk with deep reflection.This is not just a conversation about recovery.It’s a conversation about freedom, responsibility, and waking up.If you’ve ever felt like the system was built for you to fail, this episode will make you think and remind you that change is still possible.

Rich opens up about growing up in instability, chasing validation, and how alcohol and drugs became both an escape and a way to feel in control. What started as social use quickly evolved into a destructive cycle that impacted his relationships, career, and sense of self. Beneath the surface was a deep struggle with identity, ego, and the constant need to prove himself.As his world narrowed and consequences mounted, Rich found himself at a breaking point physically exhausted, emotionally depleted, and spiritually empty. In this episode, he shares what it was like to finally surrender, to ask for help, and to confront the hard truths he had avoided for years.Now in recovery, Rich talks candidly about rebuilding from the ground up: repairing relationships, redefining masculinity, learning humility, and finding strength in vulnerability. He reflects on how service, accountability, and daily discipline became the foundation of his sobriety and how the life he once thought was over is now more meaningful than he ever imagined.This episode is about letting go of ego, embracing growth, and discovering that recovery isn’t just about staying sober it’s about becoming the person you were meant to be.If you’re struggling to surrender or wondering whether change is truly possible, Rich’s story is one you won’t want to miss.

Jeremy shares his journey from early drinking in Alaska to a devastating back injury that introduced him to prescription opioids fueling a decade-long spiral of alcohol, pills, isolation, and self-destruction. What began as teenage experimentation evolved into full-blown addiction, fractured relationships, and a life that eventually included near-death experiences, arrests, and the crushing weight of hopelessness.After years of white-knuckling attempts at sobriety and convincing himself, he wasn’t “that bad,” Jeremy hit a turning point in the most unexpected way, a phone call made in anger that became a three-hour conversation that changed everything. From that moment forward, he chose a different path.Now six years sober, Jeremy reflects on rediscovering the person he buried beneath addiction the shy, artistic, sensitive kid he once was and learning that vulnerability is strength, not weakness. He opens up about repairing relationships, writing his book An Odyssey of Oddities, and using his story to help others realize that recovery is possible even for the most stubborn, self-sabotaging version of themselves.This episode is about arrogance, accountability, survival, and redemption. It’s about learning that you don’t have to be perfect to be worthy and that sometimes the comeback starts with a single honest conversation.If you’ve ever felt too far gone, too angry, or too broken to change, this one’s for you.To connect with Jeremy:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeremy.eichenberger.7

In this episode, Sean sits down with Daniel Gospodarek, a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in men’s mental health and trauma, to explore both his professional work and his deeply personal recovery journey. Daniel opens up about surviving a traumatic brain injury at just 17 years old, waking from a coma to a life marked by brain fog, emotional dysregulation, rage, exhaustion, and the long, lonely road of relearning how to function in a body and mind that no longer felt familiar.Daniel shares what recovery truly looked like: months of ICU care, speech and physical therapy, crushing fatigue, sensory overload, and the emotional toll of realizing that life wouldn’t simply “go back to normal.” Through grit, patience, and an unwillingness to give up, he rebuilt himself piece by piece graduating with his class, redefining his future after military service was no longer an option, and eventually finding purpose in helping others heal.The conversation expands into men’s mental health, trauma, and why so many men suffer in silence. Daniel explains how trauma shrinks our lives, how anger and numbness become survival tools, and why therapies like EMDR and somatic experiencing can help reconnect men to their bodies, emotions, and sense of vitality. Together, Sean and Daniel explore the importance of flexibility, learning when to stay guarded and when to soften so men can show up more fully for their families, relationships, and themselves.This episode is a reminder that healing is not about erasing the past, but about learning how to regulate, reconnect, and reclaim life after adversity. Daniel’s story stands as proof that even after profound trauma, it’s possible to build meaning, purpose, and a life rooted in presence.This is Recover Outloud at its core honest stories, deep healing, and the courage to live, feel, and heal out loud.

Joshua continues his journey by unpacking the unraveling of his identity after losing his music scholarship, the descent into full-blown meth addiction, and what it was like growing up in relentless chaos where manipulation, abuse, and dysfunction were normalized. He speaks candidly about how addiction reshaped his sense of reality, blurred the line between normal and abnormal, and led him into isolation, violence, and moments where he no longer wanted to live.This episode doesn’t shy away from the darkest chapters; homelessness, breaking into houses to survive, a failed suicide attempt, and the moment Joshua finally cried out for help without knowing what would come next. What followed wasn’t an instant redemption, but a slow, resistant, and deeply human process of healing inside a long-term recovery program where connection, conversation, and simply being seen became the medicine.Joshua shares how sitting in hallways with other broken people taught him how to feel again, how contentment arrived quietly while cleaning bathrooms, and how recovery eventually opened doors he never planned to walk through becoming a counselor, prison chaplain, and advocate for meeting people where they are. This conversation is a powerful reminder that healing is not linear, recovery looks different for everyone, and even the most painful parts of our story can become the very things that shape who we are meant to be.This is Part 2 not just of a story but of a life reclaimed, out loud.

In this deeply honest conversation, Sean sits down with Sam Ghanem, entrepreneur, comedian, mindset coach, and person in recovery to unpack a life shaped by early trauma, relentless self-expectation, and years of silently carrying pain behind a polished exterior. Sam shares what it was like growing up in an abusive household, leaving home at a young age, and learning how to survive by performing, achieving, and serving others while slowly losing connection with herself.Sam opens up about how addiction didn’t look the way people expect it to. It showed up as networking events, drink tickets, high performance, late nights, and the illusion of being “functional.” As success and chaos collided, alcohol became a way to numb emotional depth, silence intuition, and keep moving forward without ever slowing down long enough to feel. Eventually, the cost became undeniable financial collapse, physical illness, spiritual exhaustion, and a moment where staying alive required one last, conscious choice.What makes this episode especially powerful is Sam’s perspective on recovery. She speaks candidly about unconventional healing, spiritual intervention, and how comedy became a lifeline not just as an art form, but as a mirror. Through humor, storytelling, and community, Sam found a way to process trauma, measure her healing in real time, and reconnect with parts of herself that had been buried for decades.Together, Sean and Sam explore what it means to live in the light, challenge stigma around addiction, and redefine recovery as presence, honesty, and alignment. This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to look broken to be struggling, that there is no one-size-fits-all path to healing, and that your life can change the moment you decide to stop running from yourself.This is a conversation about courage, self-reclamation, and learning how to truly live out loud.

In this episode, Sean is joined by Jayme Ethridge, whose journey through addiction is inseparable from years of trauma, domestic violence, homelessness, and the quiet erosion of self-worth. Jayme doesn’t tell her story to shock she tells it to tell the truth. A truth about how addiction rarely begins with drugs, but with pain, silence, and learning to accept harm as normal.Jayme reflects on growing up around dysfunction, surviving abusive relationships, and how the need to numb emotional pain slowly turned into full-blown meth addiction. She speaks candidly about the illusion of control, the rationalizations we tell ourselves to survive another day, and how addiction gradually takes everything identity, safety, motherhood, and hope until there’s almost nothing left.But this episode is not just about how far things fell. It’s about the moments that changed everything: being homeless, standing at the edge of giving up entirely, and the unexpected lifelines that appeared when she was finally willing to stop running. Jayme shares how recovery didn’t arrive as a miracle, but as a series of uncomfortable choices accepting help, sitting with pain, rebuilding trust, and learning how to live without chaos.Together, Sean and Jayme explore the ripple effect of recovery, the responsibility that comes with telling your story, and why living “out loud” can be the difference between isolation and connection. They discuss motherhood after addiction, the weight of guilt, the slow rebuilding of relationships, and how healing becomes possible when honesty replaces shame.This episode is for anyone who feels trapped by their past, overwhelmed by their mistakes, or convinced they’ve gone too far to come back. Jayme’s story is proof that even after rock bottom, there is still room for growth, purpose, and a future built on truth rather than survival.This is Recover Outloud at its core real stories, real healing, and the reminder that hope doesn’t disappear just because things get dark.

In this deeply raw and honest episode of Recover Outloud, Sean sits down with John Devine, an Army veteran and professional wrestler, to unpack the long, complicated road from combat to civilian life—and what it takes to survive it.John shares his journey growing up in a multi-generational military family, serving as a combat engineer in Afghanistan, witnessing civilian casualties that still haunt him, and navigating the mental health collapse that followed his transition out of the Army. He opens up about PTSD, the failures of the military-to-civilian transition process, the fear and isolation many veterans face, and how professional wrestling became the outlet that ultimately saved his life.This episode explores:Combat trauma and the unseen weight of civilian casualtiesThe brutal reality of transitioning out of the militaryPTSD, survival mode, and living on the edgeThe VA system, entitlement guilt, and asking for helpFinding purpose after serviceHow wrestling became a lifeline, not just a careerThis is a powerful conversation about identity, resilience, fatherhood, and refusing to give up—even after a heart attack, medical retirement, and years of silent struggle. It’s a reminder that recovery doesn’t always look like sobriety alone—sometimes it looks like finding the thing that keeps you alive.Listener discretion advised. If you’re struggling, especially as a veteran, you are not alone—and there is a way forward.To connect with John: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnthedivineInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jdevine1985

In this powerful episode of Recover Outloud, Sean sits down with Dr. Robb Kelly, a neuroscientist, behavioral specialist, and recovered alcoholic, to dismantle one of the biggest myths in recovery: that addiction is about the substance.Dr. Rob shares his journey from childhood trauma, homelessness, and repeated near-death experiences to becoming a global authority on addiction, alcoholism, and brain-based healing. Together, they dive deep into the neuroscience of alcoholism, the role of the hypothalamus, why willpower fails, and how trauma, not alcohol, is the true driver of relapse.This episode explores:Why alcoholism is fundamentally different from addictionHow childhood trauma rewires the brainWhy “just stop drinking” doesn’t workThe placebo effect of alcohol and craving reliefThe failures of one-size-fits-all recovery modelsHolistic, brain-based approaches to lasting healingThis is a raw, unfiltered conversation about identity, responsibility, personal power, and what it actually takes to heal—not manage—alcoholism. Challenging, provocative, and deeply honest, this episode invites listeners to rethink everything they’ve been told about recovery.Listener discretion advised. If you’re struggling, know this: it was never about the alcohol, and there is a way forward.To Connect with Dr Robb: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drrobb.kelly.1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrobbkellyWeb: https://robbkelly.com/

In this episode of Recover Outloud, Sean sits down with Julie May, founder and host of The Ridiculously You Podcast, for a deeply human conversation about addiction, mental health, identity, and learning how to love yourself without conditions.Julie shares her journey through perfectionism, food addiction, suicidal ideation, toxic relationships, and the hidden pressure of appearing “put together” while silently falling apart. Together, they explore how addiction isn’t limited to drugs or alcohol, how trauma and stress live in the body, and why healing often starts with radical self-acceptance rather than shame.This episode dives into:Addiction beyond substances, including food, habits, and controlThe danger of wearing masks while suffering internallyHow stress, trauma, and perfectionism fuel mental health strugglesThe connection between nutrition, inflammation, and brain healthBoundaries, nervous system regulation, and conscious behavior changeWhy connection—not perfection—is the antidote to addictionThis is a conversation about choosing life in moments when everything feels unbearable, honoring the body as part of recovery, and finding joy by embracing even the “ridiculous” parts of who you are.Listener discretion advised. If you’re struggling, you are not alone—and healing doesn’t require you to become someone else.To connect with Julie: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/julie.may.524Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ridiculouslyyouYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@RidiculouslyYou⁩  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4MNsP8bWZdZsWtrOpEaEJh?si=3f0f6e8c14744b09

In this episode of Recover Outloud, Sean sits down with Jasmine Bootle, host of Everybody’s Addicted, for a raw, unfiltered conversation about addiction, recovery, and the damage caused by rigid labels and one-size-fits-all solutions.Jasmine shares her lived experience with alcohol and opioid addiction, growing up under crushing perfectionism, surviving trauma, navigating grief, homelessness, and finding stability through Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). Together, Sean and Jasmine unpack why traditional recovery models don’t work for everyone, how stigma keeps people sick, and why healing requires compassion, education, and multiple pathways—not judgment.This episode dives deep into:Why labels like “alcoholic” can be harmful instead of healingThe reality of MAT, Suboxone, and harm reductionHow trauma, perfectionism, and family dynamics fuel addictionThe gaps in healthcare, recovery education, and overdose preventionWhy recovery is about what you’re doing now, not who you used to beThis is an honest, human conversation about survival, resilience, and redefining recovery on your own terms. No glamorization. No shame. Just truth, empathy, and hope.Listener discretion advised. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone—and there are more paths to healing than you’ve been told.

In this heartfelt and powerful episode, Sean sits down with Hollis Versyp, a Marine veteran and close friend whose recovery path mirrors his own. Hollis shares his journey from a disciplined military career to the grip of alcoholism, a devastating DUI that resulted in felony charges, and the painful self-reckoning that followed. From early drinking in Texas fields to the heavy drinking culture of the Marine Corps, Hollis opens up about the patterns that led him into crisis, and the moment he woke up facing charges that could have ended everything.Hollis walks us through his entry into Veterans Therapeutic Court, a program that challenged him, humbled him, and ultimately reshaped his life. Though he initially entered court to save his rights, not for recovery, he discovered purpose, vulnerability, and the strength in asking for help. Together, Sean and Hollis reflect on the tragedy of losing a fellow veteran in the program, the importance of connection, and the mental and emotional tools that helped them both rebuild from the inside out.Today, Hollis honors his recovery through service, healthy community, and the clean-and-sober softball world that welcomed him with open arms. His story is a reminder that recovery is not just about avoiding another drink, it’s about becoming the person you were always meant to be.To connect with Hollis:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hollisvIG: https://www.instagram.com/hollipop2183

This special Christmas episode of Recover Outloud is a little different, and a lot more meaningful.Sean is joined by his daughter, Emma, coming to you live from Germany, where she and her family are stationed overseas. Together, they share a genuine, unscripted conversation that blends holiday spirit, family connection, and curiosity about the world beyond our own backyard.From comparing German Christmas traditions to American ones, to wandering Christmas markets, tasting chocolate-covered apples, and experiencing centuries-old architecture, Emma offers a fresh perspective on what the holidays look like abroad. Along the way, they laugh about classic Christmas movies, debate Home Alone theories, dive into German folklore like Krampus, and even take a detour into pop culture and Stranger Things theories, because real conversations don’t always stay on script.At its core, this episode is about connection. About staying close despite distance. About pride, growth, and watching a child step into their own voice and confidence. It’s reflective, lighthearted, curious, and deeply human, everything the holidays are meant to be.So take a breath, slow down, and spend a little time with us this Christmas Eve. Whether you’re with family, missing someone you love, or navigating the season in recovery, this episode is a reminder that connection can cross oceans, and that sometimes the best gifts aren’t wrapped at all.🎁 Merry Christmas from Recover Outloud.❤️ Much love, and Happy New Year.

In this gripping and inspirational episode, Sean sits down with Joe Gallagher, a former musician turned sauce entrepreneur, whose story captures the raw truth of addiction, survival, and spiritual rebirth. Joe opens up about his early struggles with self-worth, the escapism he found in alcohol and pills, and the traumatic moments that shaped his spiral, including being kidnapped in the Bahamas, a near-fatal crash during Grammy consideration, and an attempted murder charge that forced him to confront the reality of his addiction. With honesty, humility, and a surprising sense of humor, Joe walks listeners through the darkest years of his life: suicide attempts, psych wards, violence, and losing the identity he once wrapped in his music career. But he also shares the turning point, how a 12-step program, deep surrender, and willingness to change led him toward forgiveness, spiritual connection, and a new life built on service, purpose, and integrity.Today, Joe is the founder of Chef Giuseppe’s sauce brand, a business born from recovery meetings, faith, and the desire to help others. His journey from ego to empathy, from chaos to calling, is proof that no matter how far addiction takes you, there is always a path back to life, hope, and purpose.This episode is a testament to redemption, resilience, and the transformative power of recovery.To Connect with Joe: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/apastioli

In this powerful and refreshingly blunt episode, Sean sits down with Martha Burich, a longtime educator, AA volunteer, jail mentor, and woman in long-term recovery who brings truth without sugar-coating. Martha dives into her early life of feeling unwanted, the drinking patterns that derailed her education, and the hard-won lessons that helped her rebuild her life into one of service, purpose, and emotional maturity.With equal parts humor, candor, and compassion, Martha breaks down the “bondage of self,” the excuses addicts cling to, the importance of working the steps, and why emotional responsibility is the backbone of sustained sobriety. She also shares profound stories from her work inside jails and treatment centers, stories of relapse, redemption, tough love, and miracles that only happen when someone refuses to quit.This episode is a masterclass in accountability, growth, and the raw truth of what recovery really requires. If you need a wake-up call delivered with heart, wisdom, and decades of lived experience, Martha’s story is one you’ll never forget.To connect with Martha:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marthaburichIG: https://www.instagram.com/martha.burichYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@marthaburichparenting⁩  Web: https://marthaburich.com

In this deeply moving episode, Sean sits down with Abby Anderson, a survivor, creator, and fierce advocate for recovery, community, and compassion. Abby opens up about her journey from early childhood trauma, addiction, abusive relationships, and repeated cycles of pain, to finding sobriety, rebuilding her life, and reclaiming her purpose.Abby shares the truth behind her story: surviving assault, navigating dysfunctional family dynamics, losing her father, and trying to outrun her pain through alcohol and drugs. She talks about the breaking point that finally pushed her toward treatment, the friends who stepped in, and the moment she realized recovery had to begin now, not later.Together, Sean and Abby explore:The early roots of addiction and the coping mechanisms born from traumaHow sexual abuse and toxic relationships fueled her spiralThe stigma around “what counts” as recoveryThe power of community, volunteering, and service workBreaking the cycle of guilt, shame, and self-blameBoundaries, self-worth, and redefining happinessWhy turning pain into purpose is a choice made every dayAbby also opens up about her advocacy work, her business “Abby Does It,” her Creative Expressions certification, and her mission to help others heal through art, connection, and compassion. Her honesty, insight, and resilience make this a powerful reminder that recovery is not a straight line, it’s a rebirth.This episode is raw, uplifting, and a testament to choosing life, hope, and healing, even after the darkest chapters.If you’re struggling, this conversation is a reminder:You are loved. You are worthy. You are worth it.To connect with Abby:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abbey.anderson.151288

Pull up your chair and listen in as host Sean Young sits down with Steve Feldman, founder of Radical Recovery and a person thriving in long-term recovery.In this episode, Steve shares his powerful story of addiction, the depths he once faced, and the redemption that followed. From years lost to substance use to a renewed life of faith, purpose, and service, Steve’s journey embodies transformation from the inside out.Now, as he builds Radical Recovery, a faith-based, multifaceted recovery program, Steve is redefining what healing can look like, bridging spirituality and practical growth for people from all walks of life.This conversation is raw, real, and radically hopeful.To connect with Steve: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steve.feldman.54540Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/radicalrecovryWeb: https://radicalrecovry.com

Join host Sean Young as he sits down with Abby Moreira, a sister in recovery with a story that shines light on resilience, faith, and community.In this episode, Abby opens up about her struggles with addiction, what finally led her to get sober, and how she found recovery in one of the most isolating times, the pandemic. She shares her unique experience of getting sober when the world was shut down, how virtual meetings became her lifeline, and how her perspective on connection and sobriety has evolved since then.This episode is a reminder that even in isolation, hope can find its way in and recovery can take root anywhere.To connect with Abby:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abby.girl82Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbalicious._.adventures

Get comfortable outside with a blanket and a warm beverage as host Sean Young sits down with Jonathon Scott — former Division I athlete, mental health survivor, and recovery speaker.In this heartfelt episode, Jonathon opens up about his battles with mental health, the impact it’s had on his family, and the journey that led him into recovery. He speaks candidly about the daily challenges he still faces and the tools he uses to navigate them, proving that strength isn’t about never falling, but about always finding a way to rise.This is a powerful reminder that healing is not linear — and that vulnerability is where true resilience begins.To connect with Jonathon: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/JonathanScottSpeaks

Step out of your everyday life and join host Sean Young for a powerful and heartfelt conversation with Yvette Salva — author, fitness coach, and CEO of Yvette Salva Fitness.In this episode, Yvette opens up about her journey through alcoholism and addiction, sharing raw truths about the club life that pulled her deep down the rabbit hole — and the inner strength that led her back out. Today, Yvette channels her recovery into purpose, dedicating her life to empowering women through physical and mental transformation.This is a story of courage, redemption, and the power of movement — proof that when we rise, we help others rise too.To connect with Yvette: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliantorres2019

Join me as we hear from Motivational Speaker, Coach, Author, and New Zealand Special Forces Veteran, John Templeton. In this episode John dives deep into his struggles with addiction, mental health disorders, grief, and loss. He shares about the power of standing back up and pressing on. I am grateful to have met John and to introduce him as the newest member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To connect with John:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johntempletonofficial1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johntempletonofficialYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@JohnTempletonOfficial⁩ 

Join me for a raw and moving conversation with Joshua Pair, a substance abuse counselor and passionate musician. Joshua opens up about how he was first introduced to drugs, the depths of his addiction, and the painful journey from earning a full-ride scholarship to living homeless on the streets. His story of resilience, music, and recovery is so powerful that it couldn’t fit into just one episode—so this will be the first of two parts. I am grateful to have met Josh and to have him as the newest member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To connect with Josh:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshuapairmusicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr._pairWeb: https://www.addictionrecoverysolutions.orgYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@AddictionRecoverySolutionsPLLC⁩  Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ars_pllc

Join me for an inspiring conversation with the marvelous Ms. Jacqui Grillon. With 27 years of sobriety, Jacqui shares her powerful story of overcoming addiction, navigating mental health challenges, and surviving abuse. In this heartfelt episode, she reflects on how she rebuilt her life and offers timeless nuggets of wisdom for anyone on the path of healing and resilience. I am grateful to have met Ms. Jaqcui and to have her as the newest member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To connect with Jaqcui: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacquie.grillonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacquiegrillonWeb: https://www.jacquiecares.comhttps://www.jacquieinspires.com

Join me in Cambodia for a heartfelt conversation with the well-traveled Samantha Long. Samantha opens up about her battle with addiction, the turning point that led her into recovery, and the life-changing decision to move across the world. She shares what life is like in Asia, the challenges and growth she experienced during her transition, and the wisdom she’s gained along the way. I am grateful to have met Samantha and proud to announce her as the newest member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To connect with Samantha:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/s.long6689

Join me for a powerful episode recorded in the Holy Land with my special guest, Jewish Holistic Healer Ari Serap. Ari opens up about his journey through addiction and mental health struggles, the redemption that guided him back to Israel, and how his unwavering faith in God continues to ground him. He also shares his perspective on the recent events in Israel and how he finds strength in the face of adversity. I am grateful to have met Ari and to have him as a member of the Recovery Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To connect with Ari:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ari.serapInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticadhdcoach4men

In this episode of Recover Outloud, I sit down with “Preacher” Antoine Evans, who shares his journey from feeling out of place, to serving in the military, to falling deep into addiction. Antoine opens up about the double life he lived, the grief and loss he endured, and the powerful redemption that brought him into recovery. His story is raw, real, and inspiring—and I’m honored to welcome him into the Recover Outloud family. Enjoy!!!To Find Antoine:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/king.in.recoveryYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@preacherscornerny

In this episode of Recover Outloud, I sit down with Jacki Fleniken, who opens up about her childhood, the path that led to years of alcohol abuse, and the powerful shift that brought her into recovery. Jacki also dives into the science—how alcohol impacts the brain and body—and shares her radical, inspiring approach to healing. I’m honored to share her story and proud to welcome her into the Recover Outloud family. Enjoy!!!To Find Jacki:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jacki.fleniken.2025Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jackiflenikenWeb: https://www.coachingbyjacki.com

100 Episodes Strong!This milestone episode of Recover Outloud gets personal. I’m pulling back the curtain with a life update—what really happened in Alaska, why I moved back home, my last relationship, and what recovery looks like for me today. I also share where the podcast is headed next and reflect on the incredible community we’ve built together. I’m humbled, grateful, and beyond proud to be part of this Recover Outloud family. Here’s to the next hundred!

Step up to the plate for a powerful episode of Recover Outloud. I’m joined by former Boston Red Sox pitcher Michael Bulgary, who takes us from the thrill of the mound to the depths of addiction. Michael opens up about his rise in baseball, the intoxicating pull of fame, and the spiral into alcohol, opiates, and harder substances. He shares the raw truth about life on and off the field, what ultimately ended his career, and the turning point that led him to recovery. This is a story of talent, temptation, and tenacity—and I’m proud to welcome Michael into the Recover Outloud family. Enjoy!!!To find Michael: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michael.bugary.2025Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbugaryWeb: https://www.michaelbugary.com

Join me as we hear from Meredith White. Meredith is a survivor in every aspect of the word. She has survived addiction, almost every form of trauma, homelessness, and so much more. In this episode Meredith does a deep dive into her life and shares the grueling reality of drug addiction and what led her into the rooms of recovery. I am grateful to call Meredith friend and I am grateful to have Meredith as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To find Meredith:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/meredith.white.9469 https://www.facebook.com/groups/501508512823031Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simply_sober56/

Lace up those J's, get your Yankees fitted on and join me as we hear from Peer Support Specialist Jeff Vickers. In this episode Jeff shares what it was like growing up in the Bronx during the height of the war on drugs, how the culture changed him, and what led him into recovery. This episode is an eye opener for those who haven't been exposed to the way of life and its a real inside look at what true human transformation looks like. I am grateful to know Jeff and I am grateful to have Jeff as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To find Jeff:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamjeffvickersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjeffvickersWeb: https://www.iamjeffvickers.com/

Pull up your chair, get your pencils out as we hear from Michelle Steiner. Michelle is an educator who suffers from learning disabilities and has suffered from them since elementary school. She shares about how hard learning was for her at a young age and how she takes those lessons and applies it to the way she interacts with students. Michelle's story is very moving and powerful. I am grateful to have Michelle as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To Find Michelle:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.steiner.493966Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steiner7250?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Web: https://www.michellesmission.com

Join me as we hear from Host of 'Autism Rocks and Rolls' Podcast, Sam Mitchell. In this episode we hear from Sam and his mother about how autism effects Sam, the achievements he has made and the advocacy he does for his community. Sam's mother about her struggles as a mother of a child with autism and how she approaches each and every day. I am grateful to have met Sam and I am grateful to have Sam as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To find Sam: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sam.mitchell.7796420 https://www.facebook.com/groups/229025325159144Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/autismrocksandrollspodYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@autismrocksandrollssammitc2906⁩ 

Pull up a blanket and join me as we hear from Ms. Chelsea Elisabeth. In this episode Chelsea talks about surviving a fatal dog attack, the various surgeries after, and the trauma that followed. Chelsea speaks about how letting go of the things that no longer serve her and facing a new life. I am grateful to have met Chelsea and to have her as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To find Chelsea: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chelsea82023LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mynetwork/discovery-see-all/?usecase=PEOPLE_FOLLOWS&followMember=chelsea-elizabeth-831178168Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JQx39kGCT0Web: https://rf180.org

Strap up your helmet, grab your skate deck, and join me on top of the half pipe as we hear from Jaime McCormick. In this episode we will hear Jaime's story of how addiction took him from training for the '96 Olympics to losing it all. Jaime shares what led him to God and how he uses his faith to be speaker and CEO of Skate Angry. I am grateful to have met Jaime and I am grateful to have him as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. EnjoyTo find Jaime:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaime.mccormick.58Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/skateangry/

Put on your gym shorts, lace those kicks up, and join me on the court as we hear from International Basketball Star Dwyane Morton. In this episode we hear about Dwayne's struggle with being misdiagnosed with a rare blood cancer and witnessing a shooting in his hometown. Dwayne shares ways that he copes with the stress of these traumatic situations. I am grateful to have met Dwayne and to have him as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To find Dwyane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dwaynemorton https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575054099115Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/showup2winWeb: https://showup2win.com/

Pull up a chair and join me as we hear from Breeze Hall. Breeze is a Peer Support Specialist who is currently working towards being a Drug Addictions Counselor. In this episode, Breeze shares his story of Childhood Trauma, Addiction, Grief and Loss. This very emotional episode is a somber reminder that life events can motivate us in our addiction and of how deep addiction can take us. I am grateful to have met Breeze, and to have him as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!You can find Breeze at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brezz.hallInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/4thdimensionprinting?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==https://www.instagram.com/4th.dimension.apparel?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Web: https://4thdimensionapparel.com/

For the first time ever, join me as we hear a PART 2 from Cheyenne Moore. Cheyenne is a good friend of the show and a greater human being. In this episode we catch up a little bit. We share our love for herbal healing, dabble a little into spiritualism, and Cheyenne recaps her story and expands on her already existing story. Cheyenne expands on her growth over this last year and a half, and it is just an enjoyable episode. I am grateful for Cheyennes return.To find Cheyenne:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cheyenne.n.mooreInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/safespacewithcheyenne/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@safespacewithcheyenne?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@safespacewithcheyenne⁩ 

Sit on your couch, pull up a blanket and join me as we hear from Catherine Machowski of MA. Catherine is a US Army Veteran with a social media presence that shares her struggles with mental health disorders as well as addiction. This episode dives deep into her struggles with both. I am grateful to have met Catherine and to have her as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To Find Catherine:Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@catmachowski?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Pull up a chair and join me as we hear from Amber Schultz of Dollywood, TN. Amber is the founder of Fundie Freed, which is a space where people can share their lived experiences growing up in Cults. Amber has lived experience growing up in a religious cult. In this episode Amber shares her experience as a survivor as well as being a (prior) spouse of a Veteran and the struggles she faces on a daily basis. I am grateful to have met Amber and to have her as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. To find Amber: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holyredlightbatman https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087950148177

Drop those dumbbells, grab your post workout drink of choice and join me as we hear from Rob Childs of Ann Arbor, Michigan now residing in Naples, Florida. In this episode Rob shares his struggles with multiple forms of Trauma. Rob has a real candid way of recounting incidents that shaped him to where he is today. I am grateful to have met Rob and to have him as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!You can find Rob at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Skat37Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrobchilds

Join me as we hear from Lorayne Michaels of the Charlotte, North Carolina. Lorayne is the creator of Bold Beginnings where she uses her experience to empower women to create a better future for themselves. I am grateful to have met Lorayne and have her as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To find Lorayne:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoldBeginningsCoTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lorayne.michaels?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pcYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@LorayneMichaels⁩ 

Join me as we hear from Mitch Harley of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This is a return episode for Mitch. Mitch shares his current struggles with mental health and the strides he has made to improve not only his life and mental health, but his position as a father.You can find Mitch at:https://www.facebook.com/mitch.harley.10

In this episode I will share what has been going on in my life for the past 4 months. This Episode includes pictures (On Youtube) from my adventures and some MASSIVE successes. Thank you all so much for the love and support. I am not going anywhere, I just needed a little time. MUCH LOVE!!!

Join me as we hear from David Gillam of Wrexham, Wales. David is a podcaster and avid wrestling fan. In this episode we do a deep dive into Davids story of addiction, mental health disorders, suicidal ideations, and recovery. I am grateful to have met David and to have him as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!

Join me as we hear from Aaron Quinonez of Auburn, Washington. Aaron, better known as SGT Q in his close knit circle is a Marine Veteran. In this episode SGT Q and I dive deep into his struggles with Mental Health and how his faith in God changed his life. SGT Q's story is an amazing one and I am grateful to have met SGT Q and have him as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!! To find SGT Q and all the cool things he is doing: https://www.facebook.com/SgtQ13 https://www.instagram.com/sgt.q_ sgtq.net

Have you been stressed? Do you need 15 minutes to just unwind? Here is a Relaxation Hypnosis to help you relax. You will enjoy it and you will feel more relaxed after this. You can use this recording day or night.

Get your helmets on, and hold on tight as we hear from Miranda Young. Miranda is a Paranormal Investigator, Photographer, and Co-Owner of the Historic Scott County Jail in Huntsville, TN. In this episode we deep dive into Miranda Young of Ghost Biker Explorations. Miranda shares her love for Motorcycles, investigating the paranormal, and giving back to her community. Miranda shares some of her techniques she uses while investigating and some of the more shocking evidence of the after life in this episode. I am grateful to have met Miranda and I am honored and humbled to call her friend. Enjoy!!! To find Miranda the Ghost Biker and all the great things she is doing: www.facebook.com/miranda.young.583 www.facebook.com/GhostBikerExplorations www.instagram.com/runaway_vixen ghostbikerexp.wixsite.com/ghostbiker www.youtube.com/channel/UCrV-jF-MIL1xRU6Iyoo1qFQ?

Join me as we hear from Cheyenne Moore of Wichita, Kansas. Cheyenne is the host of "A Safe Space with Cheyenne Podcast" Where she invites guests on to talk about a variety of topics. This episode is Cheyenne's very first time sharing her story of addiction, trauma, and what she is doing to work through them. This is my very first two part show. Cheyenne's part 2 episode will release later down the line. Cheyenne is one of the most kind, humble, and amazing human beings and souls I have ever met. I am honored, humbled, and blessed to not only have Cheyenne as a member of the Recover Outloud family, but to also call her friend and sister. Enjoy!!! To find all the amazing things Cheyenne is doing: www.facebook.com/cheyenne.n.moore www.facebook.com/safespacewithcheyenne linktr.ee/safespacewithcheyenne?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=6f6dfa68-aa3a-4772-abe9-0407d66ef5bb