Rooted Recovery Stories features compelling tales of triumph over the storms of life. Guests share their unique stories of adversity, resilience and personal transformation in candid conversations, offering a profound and uplifting experience so that others might find hope and encouragement!
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Life after addiction isn't just possible - it's the norm. Studies show 3 out of 4 people who experience addiction eventually recover. The Recovery Stories Have Power podcast aims to center that hopeful message through authentic conversations that bring together people from all pathways of recovery and recovery allies.Through these conversations, we’ll build awareness, challenge societal stigma, and celebrate the role that recovery plays in improving the lives of individuals, families, and co ...
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Interviews of people who have overcome addiction and gone on to do amazing things.
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Recovery Stories: Peer support for Connection and Compassion Enabling Recovery from Alcohol and drugs
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This podcast series shares community empowerment experiences from peer supporters working with Turning Point Scotland in Aberdeenshire helping communities dealing with alcohol and drug problems. Practitioners and peer support workers share how they have used their personal experiences to help at-risk groups supporting recovery from addiction through processes of connection and compassion. Communities play critical roles in public health. The active participation of communities in health serv ...
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Join us on a transformative journey of hope and healing as we navigate the path to recovery from sexual addiction. In this uplifting podcast, we share personal and in-progress stories of triumph, resilience, and growth. Offering guidance, support, and inspiration to those seeking to break free from the chains of addiction while candidly sharing what has and has not worked for us on our journey to recovery. Together, we embrace the journey towards a life of authenticity, connection, and fulfi ...
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Are you caught in the cycle of excessive alcohol or drug use? That's the Rat Race! and guess what? you can get out! Join us with guest interviews providing real life stories of being trapped in the rat race and solutions on how to get out and stay out by finding healthy spaces that support a sustainable journey of healing, self-awareness, and reaching your true potential, with your hosts Jody and AZ, releasing episodes every Thursday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you find your podcasts. You ...
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Bob will be speaking about his recovery; and sometimes with other people in various stages of their recovery, about their and his successes, failures and victories. Together we will celebrate FREEDOM in life, HOPE for the future and PEACE in recovery.
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On Lifespan, you’ll hear stories about encounters with the health care system. Each show contains stories bound by a common theme – a person’s personal journey through a particular type of medical trauma. The stories are deeply personal. Some stories reflect a person’s response to treatment and other stories simply reflect on the aftermath of an illness. Even when multiple people are describing their experiences with the same disease, condition or treatment, each account is unique. If the su ...
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True stories of neuroplastic recovery. Interviews with people who have recovered from brain related conditions such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), post concussion syndrome (PCS), chronic and persistent pain, blast injuries and stroke. Personal stories of the lessons learned and the tips & tricks to help you get back to full health. Series 1 (including 5 episodes) was released in Nov/Dec 2021. Recording for series 2 is nearly complete and these episodes will be released in the coming months ...
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The Helping Up Podcast is all about addiction, recovery, and grace. We tell stories and share conversations from around the campus of Helping Up Mission, a Christian addiction recovery program for men in Baltimore, Maryland.
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"GUILTY AS SIN" (feat. Chris Housman) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #156
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On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with singer-songwriter, Chris Housman. They discuss the difficulties of growing up gay in the heart of the conservative South, and how lonely of a feeling it is having no one to talk to. Chris opens up for the first time about the sexual assault he endured as a teenager and the internal …
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Episode 3 - Finding Your Program (Part 2)
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Send us a Text Message. Establishing strong accountability relationships are critical to your recovery journey. In this episode we explore the need to lean into honesty with close relationships and the power of sharing your story and struggles openly. What does true accountability look like in recovery? How does personal accountability differ from …
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Episode 9 - Thomas McCarry, Zero Overdose
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Hello and welcome to Recovery Stories Have Power, my name is Oliver Books. On today's episode I chat with Thomas McCarry, co-founder of Zero Overdose. Zero Overdose was founded by Tom McCarry, LMHC, and Virna Little, PsyD, LCSW, with a shared vision to reduce unintentional overdose deaths both locally and nationally through overdose safety planning…
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#023 - They share stories of managing their day-to-day, the struggle with triggers, and the importance of a supportive environment. Touching on their interests and mundane activities, like bike repairs and spring cleaning, emphasizing how these activities impact their journey. The dialogue captures the complexity of navigating being off the booze a…
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Bob compares steps 1, 2 and 3 to Jonah, the disciples in the boat and Paul crashing in the ocean. Support the Show.Por Bob Bay
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"LAUGHTER HEALS" (feat. Craig Shoemaker) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #155
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On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick talks with comedian Craig Shoemaker about the traumas he faced at an early age, from being kidnapped to his dad being a cult leader. Craig also touches on later hardships such as divorce and how he uses laughter as part of the healing process.Craig Shoemaker (born November 15, 1958) is an American…
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Episode 2 - Finding Your Program (Part 1)
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Send us a Text Message. Finding the right program is crucial for embarking on a successful addiction recovery journey. It's about aligning with a supportive community, tailored resources, and evidence-based approaches that resonate with individual needs and goals. Does every program work for everybody? What does a 'program' even mean? How and where…
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Send us a Text Message. Day one of recovery marks the courageous first step towards a life of healing and liberation. It's a pivotal moment filled with both vulnerability and strength, where one bravely confronts their demons and acknowledges the need for change. A day full of fear but also a glimmer of hope. A day of reflection, acceptance, and co…
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"DBT for Life" (feat. Diana Partington) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #154
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On this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick talks with DBT expert, Diana Partington. Diana delves into her past trauma, that caused her to feel lost and hopeless. With fear, sadness, and anger controlling her life Diana knew something had to change - and that's when she found Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). They talk all about DBT, in…
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Beyond Heaven's Door (feat. Hilary Williams) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #153
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On this week's episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer talks with country star, Hilary Williams as she shares her transformative journey after a life-altering car accident. As the granddaughter of Hank Williams and daughter of Hank Williams Jr., she reflects on the generational trauma of death that has haunted her family. Amidst the dark…
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Episode 8 - Ruby Takushi, Program Director and Co-Founder, Recovery Cafe
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Hello and welcome to Recovery Stories Have Power, my name is Oliver Books. On today's episode, our host, Tyler Brandon chats with Ruby Takushi, Ph.D., the Director of Programs for Recovery Café and co-founded Recovery Café with Killian Noe. Recovery Café Network (RCN) is comprised of Recovery Cafés committed to serving people who have experienced t…
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Why do we choose Jesus as our Higher Power
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Bob talks about the qualifications of Jesus for our Higher Power. Support the Show.Por Bob Bay
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Overcoming Abusers (feat. Amanda Marino) | Rooted Recovery Stories Podcast #152
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In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer has on host of A&E's show "Intervention" to talk about her struggles with domestic violence at an early age and how that led her to extremes to cope with her pain and how she overcame that burden. __________________ We would love to hear from you! Email us at ROOTED@PROMISES.COM Watch/Liste…
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#022 - Two friends reconnect and share their experiences with addiction, recovery, and the ups and downs of their journeys since leaving treatment. They discuss the importance of support systems, challenges in staying sober, and strategies they've employed to maintain their sobriety. Amidst personal stories, they touch on family history, the impact…
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Bob talks about Jesus conversation with Nicodemus from the book of John. Support the Show.Por Bob Bay
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Dylan lives in Tennessee. He’s a magazine editor. He has a wife. He has a young daughter. And he has Alport syndrome, a hereditary kidney disease. In this episode of Lifespan, Dylan describes his years on kidney dialysis, how a kidney transplant recently transformed his life, and the uniqueness of being part of an extended family with so many membe…
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"Overcoming My Eating Disorder" ft. Lucas Kraft | Rooted Recovery Stories #151
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In this episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer hosts Lucas Kraft, the co-founder of the digestive health company, Wonderbelly, which is focused on developing clean and effective digestive health medicine while also working to de-stigmatize conversations around digestive issues and related topics. Lucas discusses his personal history wit…
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Bob talks about John chapter 2. Jesus makes new wine for the wedding party. Support the Show.Por Bob Bay
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Persevering Through Prejudice ft. Griffin Marc | Rooted Recovery Stories #150
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On this week's episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer talks with American actor, Griffin Marc. He opens up about his beliefs that addiction is a "family disease" and its affects on everyone around them. Internalizing his struggles with both addicted parents and being gay, Griffin didn't have anywhere he felt he could fully open up and b…
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Episode 7 - Jonathan Westfall, Executive Director, ROCovery Fitness
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Hello and welcome to Recovery Stories Have Power, my name is Oliver Books. On today's episode, our host, Tyler Brandon chats with Jonathan Westfall, the Executive Director of ROCovery Fitness. ROCovery Fitness in an RCO in Rochester, NY that provides free peer led fitness services for folks in recovery. Jonathan talks about the parallels of fitness…
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A Sobering Story Documentary: Thunder Bay, Ontario
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#021 - 'A Sobering Story,' a documentary that sheds light on the addiction crisis in Thunder Bay. They mention the recent premiere of the film, its positive reception, and anticipate interviewing the creators, referred to as the 'Two Ryans.' The hosts explore the documentary's impact, its focus on local stories of addiction, and the broader implica…
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Bob talks about how much Jesus loves us and what He will do for us as long as we don't let go. Support the Show.Por Bob Bay
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Life with OCD ft. Sam Temple (H3 Podcast) | Rooted Recovery Stories #149
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In this episode Patrick hosts Sam Temple, widely known for her spot on the H3 Podcast. Sam was diagnosed with OCD in 2020, and she speaks on how it has affected her life as well as her family, as her mother, grandmother, and great grandmother also had the same diagnosis. Sam elaborates on things that help her combat the condition like exposure ther…
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Listen to Bob as he explains what the Lords Prayer has meant to his life. Support the Show.Por Bob Bay
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Life Is A Dance ft. Ben Chung (Kinjaz founder & Jabbawockeez dancer) | Rooted Recovery Stories #148
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On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with Ben “BTEK” Chung, co-founder of Kinjaz and former member of the Jabbawockeez, a world-famous dance group who first gained popularity from their 2006 appearance on “America’s Best Dance Crew”.Ben holds nothing back in this deep conversation ranging from impactful childhood tra…
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Leona Jasine's Journey: Chasing Visions
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#020 - Leona shares her journey from a troubled youth in a remote First Nations community to a transformative path of recovery and self-discovery. Experiencing childhood trauma, battling addictions, and finding sobriety, Leona's story is one of resilience and empowerment. Through rekindling friendships, reconnecting with her cultural roots, and emb…
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Episode 6 - Kevin Rumley, Program Director, Buncombe County Veteran's Treatment Court
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Hello and welcome to Recovery Stories Have Power, my name is Oliver Books. On today's episode I had the privilege of chatting with Kevin Rumley of the Buncombe County, MC Veteran's Treatment Court. Kevin is a person in recovery and a combat wounded veteran who now works in a veteran specific treatment court in Asheville, NC. His journey is harrowin…
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A Glimmer of Hope ft. Hollywood Stunt-Double Kimberly Shannon Murphy | Rooted Recovery Stories #147
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On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with Hollywood’s go-to stunt woman, Kimberly Shannon Murphy. As an award-winning stuntwoman, she was intimate with pain. For years, she propelled her body through dangerous spaces—medicating the trauma of her childhood sexual abuse with the adrenaline rush that came from pushing h…
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Howl at the Moon Cafe Chronicles One Year!
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#019 - Focusing on the one-year anniversary of Howl at the Moon, a sober cafe in Thunder Bay, Ontario. They reflect on the journey of establishing the cafe, the community support it has received, and its role in aiding those in recovery from addiction. Jody shares personal experiences with addiction and recovery, emphasising the cafe's impact on th…
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Episode 5: Lori Mellinger & Amanda Cassidy-Trejo, Lioness: Justice Impacted Women's Alliance
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Hello and welcome to Recovery Stories Have Power, my name is Oliver Books. On today's episode our host, Psalm Bingham, chats with Lori Mellinger and Amanda Cassidy-Trejo. Lori and Amanda are staff here at Faves & Voices of Recovery, but they are also part of the Texas-Based Advocacy Initiative, Lioness: Justice Impacted Women's Alliance. Lioness is…
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Healing From BPD feat. Kevin Quinn | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 146
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In today's episode host Patrick Custer sits down with actor and musician, Kevin Quinn, while he opens up about his lifelong journey with Borderline Personality Disorder. From being misdiagnosed, falling into an identity crisis, to being in remission and having an extremely successful career, Kevin is now an advocate for mental health. Through Kevin…
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Beyond the Drink with Celebrating 1 Year!
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#018 - Delving into the journey and impact of a dedicated sober safe space, 'Howl at the Moon', highlighting its first anniversary and the community's role in supporting individuals in recovery. The hosts discuss the genesis of the idea, share personal stories, and address the significance of creating an inclusive environment for healing. Offering …
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Danielle tells us about the things that were going on in her life and what it took for her to find freedom. Support the Show.Por Bob Bay
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30 Years of Therapy in 3 Months (feat. Lou Ridley) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 145
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On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with Nashville-based musician and human rights advocate, Lou Ridley. The pair speak on how Lou's surroundings at a young age led to her being sexually assaulted and how those same surroundings led her to think that what happened was normal or her own fault which led to more harmfu…
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Clarence Fisher's Story, Beyond Addiction: The Power of Culture and Community in Healing with Ancestral Wisdom
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#017 - The critical role of Indigenous spirituality and cultural traditions in healing from addiction and trauma. It highlights Clarence Fisher's personal recovery journey and his work with others facing similar challenges. The conversation delves into the impacts of historical traumas, such as colonialism and residential schools, on Indigenous com…
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"The Broken Hearts Club" (feat. John Schaech) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 144
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On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick sits down with actor, John Schaech. The pair start by touching on how John got into the movie industry and what led him down that path. Johns opens up about an encounter that happened early on where a director took advantage of him and how the shame from that spiraled into drinking and subs…
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Episode 4 - Bill Sweeney, Livability Initiative
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Hello and welcome to Recovery Stories Have Power, my name is Oliver Books. Today's episode features Bill Sweeney, founder of The Livability Initiative. Bill is a person in recovery, a T4 paraplegic, and a fierce advocate for accessibility. In our conversation, Bill and I chat about Bill's outlook on life and how that informs his work. Visit The Liv…
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What We're Still Fighting For (feat. R.K. Russell) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 143
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On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer sits down with former NFL Defensive End, social justice advocate, published poet, essayist and artist, R.K. Russell. Russell discusses his childhood role models, the journey of rising the ranks in to the NFL, dealing with career ending injuries and the powerful moment he came out as …
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Breaking the Stigma: Unveiling Trauma and Addiction
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#016 - Discuss the detrimental effects of stigma, and the desperate need for better resources and infrastructure for recovery and detox programs. They touch on personal experiences and observations about addiction being a disorder rather than a lifestyle choice, highlighting how it often stems from unresolved trauma. Conversations cover the challen…
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"Getting Arrested Changed My Life" (feat. Doug Bopst) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 142
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Doug Bopst is an award-winning personal trainer, author, speaker and business owner. Those credentials and accolades are a result of his own transformation. He is a former felon and drug addict, sentenced to years in jail due to his decisions.Doug sits down with Patrick to discuss the challenges that contributed to his abuse of substances, the vict…
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Episode 3 - Yo' Sis, Spoken Word Artist
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Hello and welcome to Recovery Stories Have Power, my name is Oliver Books. On today’s episode, our host, Tyler Brandon chats with Yo' Sis. Yo' Sis is a prolific spoken word artist whose works have been heard around the country, and whose video reading of her poem, Gwendolyn (https://youtu.be/-f1w25sjHwU) was featured at our Recovery Month Luncheon …
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Comfort Food and Connection: Howl at the Moon’s Impact on the Community!
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#015 - Various supportive programs operational in Howl at the Moon Cafe, located in Thunder Bay, Ontario. The cafe functions as a recovery-friendly community center, offering group supports for those impacted by addiction. It hosts various groups such as the healing circle, Women and the Good Life Support Group, and other programs based on the AA m…
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Bonus Episode 3 - John Shinholser, Co-Founder, McShin Foundation
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Hello and welcome to a special bonus episode recovery stories have power. On today's episode, our marking manager, Nicole Woodward speaks with the Co-Founder, Senior Peer, and Board and President Emeritus of the McShin Foundation, John Shinholser. John began the McShin Foundation with Carol McDaid in 2004, and entered into recovery in 1982. In toda…
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“This Is Rock Bottom” (feat. Todd Anderson) | Rooted Recovery Stories Ep. 141
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On this week’s episode of Rooted Recovery Stories, Patrick Custer sits down with former Rams NFL player, performance coach, and entrepreneur Todd Anderson. The two of them dive into what it was like for Todd after leaving the NFL and how he rediscovered his passion for health, wellness, and human performance. Todd also discusses the importance of s…
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Misunderstood Connections: Unveiling the Impact of Addiction and Alcohol on Relationships!
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#014 - Hosts open up about their personal struggles with addiction and alcohol and the implications it had on their relationships. They traverse their journey from the highs and lows of substance misuse to their ultimate decision to seek help and live a sober life. They also discuss the critical challenges faced by couples where one or both partner…
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