Recovery Journeys Episodes

Mirta Miler — known globally as @mimiermakeup — joins us for a powerful conversation about sobriety, confidence, and the unexpected ways recovery reshaped her life and career. With more than 22 million followers across platforms and over 1 billion likes on TikTok, Mirta is one of Europe’s most influential beauty creators. But behind the glam, she faced a deeply personal battle with alcohol addiction. Growing up in Croatia, Mirta explains that drinking culture was normalized — “especially bein...

Dr. Tony Dice, Navy SEAL, firefighter, paramedic, therapist, author, and CEO of Bishop & Dice Defense, joins us to share one of the most powerful recovery stories we’ve ever featured. Tony describes how his early desire to “be a hero” led him into fire rescue, ambulance work, and ultimately the Navy SEAL teams — where camaraderie, trauma, and culture normalized heavy drinking and emotional suppression. Tony explains how addiction took root long before he realized it, escalating from alcohol t...

In this powerful episode of The Addiction Podcast — Point of No Return, Joanie Sigal sits down with John Luedke, author of Big Dump, commodities trader, and sobriety advocate. John’s story is one of raw honesty, near‑death experiences, and remarkable transformation. From early substance use in high school — marijuana quickly escalating to alcohol, cocaine, Xanax, and opiates — John’s addiction spiraled alongside a lifelong struggle with food and weight. At his worst, he weighed over 320 pound...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Certified Life & Sobriety Coach and bestselling author Arlina Allen. She shares her raw, deeply honest journey from surviving childhood trauma and early addiction to achieving over 30 years of continuous sobriety. Arlina breaks down the illusion of moderation, the deep importance of self-compassion, and how she reframes the 12 steps for modern skeptics looking to heal underlying pain and build a fulfilling life.

Austin Rampt shares his raw, intense journey through meth addiction, cartel danger, homelessness, relapse, and the long road back to faith, family, and recovery. His story is one of survival, redemption, and the power of choosing a different path. One Last Hit Podcast - available on podcast platforms https://www.amazon.com/One-Last-Hit-Austin-Rampt/dp/1968485007/

Kim Porter opens up about the emotional toll addiction takes on families, the warning signs parents often miss, and the conversations that can save a loved one’s life. A compassionate, powerful look at family recovery. Kim Porter, CFRS, is the Co‑Founder and Executive Director of Be a Part of the Conversation, a Pennsylvania‑based nonprofit she launched in 2011 to help families and communities better understand substance use, addiction, and behavioral health. What began as a small initiative ...

Tara Peterson shares her powerful story of crack addiction, hitting bottom, and choosing recovery, offering hope and insight for anyone facing addiction crack addiction recovery, Tara Peterson, addiction recovery stories, substance use disorder, relapse prevention, trauma and healing, family addiction support, recovery journey, choosing sobriety, overcoming addiction, mental health and addiction, addiction awareness, recovery podcast, The Addiction Podcast, intervention and support, addiction education, coping with addiction, hope and healing.

Leigh Steinberg — the legendary sports agent who inspired Jerry Maguire — shares the deeply personal story behind his rise, fall, and ultimate comeback. Known for representing more than 300 professional athletes, including eight No. 1 NFL draft picks, Steinberg built one of the most influential careers in sports. But behind the success was a private battle with alcoholism that nearly destroyed everything he had built. In this powerful conversation, Leigh opens up about the collapse of his agency...

Andrew Ace Greenspan is a singer-songwriter/ motivational speaker from Nyack, NY. Andrew is 33 years old, on the autism spectrum and has been playing piano/ singing since he was four years old. Andrew has been in recovery since early 2024, over one year into sobriety and is pursuing a new album: Livin’ Rough, Hangin’ Tough about his personal battles overcoming addiction, mental health/ developmental challenges and chronic neurological pain. In 2024, Andrew began writing powerful new music about ...

One heart can change a moment, but many hearts can change the world. Meet Kim Bellas, the powerhouse behind the global movements Sober is the New Cool® and the White Heart Initiative®. From launching an International Recovery Walk that spans 38 countries to hosting the iconic White Party in NYC, Kim is on a mission to prove that wellness belongs to everyone. With 125+ global podcast appearances and a deeply personal story of family healing—including her son Matthew’s 8-year recovery—Kim is a ...

Amy Newman is a mother, entrepreneur, and recovery advocate who built her life’s mission out of her own journey through addiction and long-term sobriety. After years of silently struggling and trying to hold everything together on the outside, Amy reached a turning point that changed the course of her life. Choosing to come forward, tell the truth, and ask for help marked the beginning of her transformation and ultimately the start of her calling to help others do the same. Now 22 years sober, ...

This isn't just a recovery story—it's a fight for survival and family. Meet Daniel Hearn and Donna Gilchrist. Their path through addiction ripped their family apart: a tradesman losing everything, a son taken into care, a violent gangster, and Daniel held hostage with an axe to his throat. Meanwhile, Donna hit the streets, surviving violence and addiction. Today? They're not just recovered; they're reunited and raising a family, showing the world that the storm can pass. Daniel now runs Hard K...

Dr. Robert Beltran isn't just a doctor—he's a man who healed himself to heal others.A highly respected triple board-certified surgeon and pharmacist ($MD, PharmD, FACS$), Dr. Beltran had a decades-long career as an ENT and cosmetic surgeon, giving him a rare, deep understanding of the human body, from biochemistry to the operating room.His life and career changed in 2014 when a severe accident left him battling chronic pain, cognitive fog, and depression. What traditional medicine couldn't fix...

After losing everything due to overdrinking from a very young age, Ian Fee reached a breaking point and began his journey to reclaim his life. Today, Ian is a successful author, entrepreneur, and the creator of Make It Great (MIG). Proudly sober since 2017, he has dedicated himself to personal growth, family, and living a life of purpose and clarity. His journey from addiction to empowerment has become his mission: to help others trapped in the same cycle of self-destruction break free and emba...

Dr. Tony Dice, CEO of Bishop & Dice Defense LLC, empowers veterans, law enforcement, and first responders to overcome trauma and reclaim their lives. As a Navy SEAL, therapist, paramedic, and firefighter, he’s lived at the extremes of chaos and control—from overseas deployments to firefighting, from decorated service to deep meth addiction. His rock-bottom moment came when the pull of meth nearly prevented him from saving his young son during a public health crisis—a crisis that forced him to co...

He was homeless, struggling with addiction, and sick. Now, Eric Zimmer is the author, teacher, and host behind the massive hit podcast, The One You Feed (with over 50 million downloads!), exploring the secrets to a meaningful life. In this powerful episode, Eric doesn't just share his inspiring personal story of recovery from addiction and hepatitis C; he reveals the practical, real-world tools that helped him get—and stay—clean for good. You'll discover: What we get completely wrong about wil...

Beth McDonough lost her career, her reputation, and her freedom. After two DUIs and being exposed by her own news station, this former television personality hit rock bottom. But that's not where her story ends. In this powerful episode, Beth shares the raw, honest truth from her new memoir, Standby. Learn exactly how she faced down addiction and completely rebuilt her life. Get her personal, proven advice on how to raise yourself up from your own moments of desperation and loss. This isn't ju...

When Alexis Pleus, a civil engineer and dedicated educator, lost her son Jeff to a heroin overdose, she discovered that everything she'd been taught about addiction was wrong. This devastating truth ignited a new mission. In this powerful episode, Alexis, founder of Truth Pharm, shares her journey from grief to advocacy. She reveals the false dogma that failed her family and now drives her to spare others from the same discrimination and misinformation. You'll hear her inspiring story of c...

For years, Sarah Hornbuckle lived through the hidden struggles of addiction and domestic violence. Then, in 2016, she found her way into recovery and never looked back. Now, as a certified Peer Support Specialist and a leader at the Hornbuckle Foundation, she's dedicated to lighting a fire for recovery in others. The Hornbuckle Foundation has awarded over 580 sober living scholarships, helping people find stability and hope. In this powerful interview, Sarah shares her personal journey—from a ...

Theo Fleury was on top of the world. A Stanley Cup champion and Olympic gold medalist, he had everything a hockey star could dream of. But behind the glory, a dark and self-destructive battle was raging. Fleury wasn't just playing with fire—he was engulfed by it. In this powerful episode, hear the raw, unfiltered story of how Fleury’s life spiraled out of control. He shares the chilling truth behind his struggles with addiction, the millions he gambled away, and the desperate attempts to chea...

Duke Rumely is a former alcoholic who has been sober since 1989. Since then he realized that what was needed at concerts and sporting events was an area for those who are sober and trying to remain that way. He founded Sober AF Entertainment and is making great strides in leading the sober movement - making sober the popular to be for young and old alike. For information on upcoming events with SAFE spaces, visit their website: https://www.soberafe.com/ https://www.safemusicfestival.com/ HELP...

For anyone feeling stuck, unheard, or defined by their past, Hakeem McFarlane’s story is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to rewrite your narrative. From overcoming a 20-year probation sentence to breaking free from the generational cycle of addiction, Hakeem shares how he transformed personal pain into purpose. He's spoken in every kind of space imaginable, from Bronx classrooms to corporate boardrooms, with one consistent message: you have to choose yourself to be chosen. Hakeem’s...

Meet Mike Grant. Six years ago, he was in an intensive diversion program for habitual drunk driving. Now, he's a 100-mile ultra-marathoner, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and the author of the gritty, honest memoir, (Re)Making A Sandwich. This interview will shock and inspire you. Mike reveals the raw truth of his recovery journey, from hitting the streets with his 4-year-old son to conquering unimaginable distances. But his story doesn't end there. Discover how Mike, an addiction therapist ...

Chris Janssen, MA, BCC is a USA TODAY Bestselling author, and results coach in performance and mindset. Her award-winning books include "Grace Yourself: How to Show Up for the Sober Life You Want" https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1637633378?tag=simonsayscom and "Living All In: How to Show Up for the Life You Want" https://www.amazon.com/Living-All-Show-Life-Want/dp/B0BH8C5Z7B Chris has worked with hundreds of creatives, soldiers, entrepreneurs, and small businesses internationally to clo...