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Be part of something bigger than yourself and find the life you want.I know how hard it can be to take that first step toward becoming your best self. It’s not easy to face fear or self-doubt—they can feel so overwhelming at times. But I’ve learned that we don’t have to go through recovery alone.
Healing is always stronger when we lean on others, when we find a community that understands and supports us.
Wherever you are in your journey, remember that you’re not alone, and there’s always hope to move forward, one step at a time.
Episode 251: The Neuroscience of Addiction: A Game-Changing Approach with Dr. Paul Kenny
Episode 250: Revolutionizing Addiction Recovery with TRAC9: A Data-Driven Approach With Dr. Jared Dempsey and Hunter Williams
What does a data-driven approach to addiction recovery look like? Allow Dr. Jared Dempsey and Hunter Williams, the brilliant minds behind TRAC9, to guide you through their innovative platform. Drawing from personal encounters with addiction, they've developed a...
Episode 249: Exploring Justice, Recovery, and Public Policy with Research Scholar, Meghan O’Neil PhD
In a society where the realms of justice, recovery, and public policy intersect in myriad ways, understanding these intersections and how they impact individuals is crucial. There are barriers, often intertwined with justice system involvement, which can pose...
Episode 248: From Pain to Pen: Gigi Langer’s Empowering Journey
Get ready to be moved by the story of our remarkable guest Gigi Langer, as she takes us through her raw and insightful journey to sobriety. Gigi's story begins in the Midwest, where her self-worth was initially tied to academic achievements and later, relationships....
Episode 247: Rising Above Alcohol: Courtney Collier’s Story
Walking through the uncharted territories of life, we all carry our burdens and battle our demons. One such journey is that of our guest, Courtney Collier, whose teenage curiosity led him down the path of alcohol addiction. In this candid conversation, Courtney bares...
Episode 243: The Marvel of ART Therapy and its Healing Power with Brooke Bralove
Are you shackled by the chains of a traumatic past? Meet Brooke Bralove, our licensed clinical social worker who shines a light on the path towards healing, with the therapeutic technique known as Accelerated Resolution Therapy, or ART, a therapy to help with trauma...
Episode 242: Breaking Free from Eating Disorders: A Dialogue with Scarlett O’Connor
Are you ready to unravel the complexities of eating disorders? Explore the challenging journey of overcoming eating disorders as Duane sits down with Scarlett O'Connor, a London-based therapist specializing in eating disorder recovery. Scarlett shares her personal...
Episode 241: Triumph Over Trauma: A Warrior’s Journey of Redemption and Recovery with Nadia Davis
Episode 241: Triumph Over Trauma: A Warrior's Journey of Redemption and Recovery with Nadia Davis Every day, we put on our armor and head out into the world, often unaware of the battle some are waging within. In today's conversation, Duane sits down with Nadia Davis,...
Episode 240: Journey to Self-Actualization: A Candid Conversation with Hana Leyland on Addiction, Queer Identity, and Personal Transformation
NOTE: Since the date of recording this episode, our guest for this week has decided to gender transition. While you’ll hear her referred to by her previous name (often called a ‘deadname’) in the episode, we’ve updated the show notes to reflect this. Her name is Hana...
Episode 239: Escaping Addiction through Mentorship with Nic Kalo
What if you could conquer a 26-year-long addiction and transform your life in just two years? Join us for a compelling conversation with Nic Kalo, who shares her incredible journey from the depths of drug addiction to a life filled with supportive, goal-driven...
Episode 238: Aaron Porter on Embracing Love, Play, and Learning from Hardship
Growing up in a small town Brethren church, Aaron Porter's journey through life and faith has been far from ordinary. From his accidental career as a pastor to the way his faith was shaped by suffering, Aaron shares with Duane his experiences and insights with us in...
Episode 237: From Struggle to Support: Chandler Rogers’ Transformation and Relay’s Role
Can you imagine overcoming addiction with the help of an app? In this fascinating episode, Duane had the pleasure of speaking with Chandler Rogers, CEO and co-founder of Relay, a digital group-based program for finding healing from addiction. Chandler opened up about...
Episode 236: The Disability Model of Addiction with John T Maier
Did you know that addiction has been recognized as a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act for well over 20 years now? This means that people with addictions have substantial legal rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act. This is such an...
Episode 235: Exploring Addiction and Addiction Research with Dr. Hakimi and Andrew Drazan
Episode 235: Exploring Addiction and Addiction Research with Dr. Hakimi and Andrew Drazan In this episode, Duane speaks with Andrew Drazan and Dr. Edmund Hakimi to discuss the pressing topic of addiction and addiction research. Andrew Drazan is the founder and...
Episode 234: Navigating the Space Between Trauma and Peace: A Journey of Healing and Acceptance with Robert Common
The journey from trauma to peace and acceptance involves an intermediate space of transition. During trauma, the body is in a hyper-vigilant state, leading to pain, hurt, and suffering. Moving away from trauma requires a shift towards something different - a...
