From The Depths of Darkness to The Light of Success

In this compelling episode, your host Chris Swiech sits down with the resilient Luke Loughlin to delve into a life marked by trials, triumphs, and the unwavering pursuit of sobriety. Hailing from Brampton, Ontario, Luke's story is one of resilience, redemption, and the transformative power of overcoming addiction. Growing up, Luke faced the challenges of trying to fit in while navigating the t...

In this milestone 200th episode of the podcast, we sit down with an inspiring guest who embodies the power of resilience, recovery, and redemption. Join host Chris Swiech as he delves deep into the extraordinary life story of Mike Faria, also known as "JerzeyMike." Mike Faria, a content creator, father, mental health advocate, and recovery advocate, takes us on a roller coaster ride thro...

Welcome back to Episode 199 of the with your host, Chris Swiech. Today, we have a remarkable story of resilience, redemption, and recovery. Our guest, Josh Boni, hailing from the Greater Toronto Area of Ontario, Canada, is a living testament to the power of determination. Josh Boni is no stranger to the world of hockey. He's a man who played the game with unparalleled grit and remarkable skill...

In our 198th episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," we have an inspiring guest who's been on an incredible journey from darkness to the light of success. Join us as we sit down with Kim Bellas, the founder of "Sober Is The New Cool." 👉 About the Episode: In 2013, Kim's life took an unexpected turn when her 15-year-old son began having seizure...

Welcome back to another compelling episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success" with your host, Chris Swiech. In this episode, we dive deep into the riveting memoir that has been making waves since its release - "Strip: A Memoir" by the talented author, Hannah Sward. Published by Tortoise Press in 2022, this remarkable book unveils the harrowing journey of a...

Welcome back to another enlightening episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," hosted by the insightful Chris Swiech. Today, we are thrilled to bring you a truly exceptional guest, Dr. Robb Kelly, Ph. D., a renowned recovery expert who has made it his mission to address the root causes of addiction, not just its symptoms. Dr. Robb Kelly's journey through the d...

In this captivating episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," we delve deep into the incredible life story of none other than "The Sheriff" himself, Sean McMorrow. Join us as we explore the remarkable journey of a former pro hockey player, a three-time AHL Man of the Year winner, and an 8th round pick of the Buffalo Sabres. But Sean's story is not ju...

In the latest gripping episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," host Chris Swiech sits down with a remarkable guest, D-Jay McGrath. Hailing from the prairies of Saskatchewan, D-Jay's life story is one of resilience, transformation, and unwavering advocacy for mental health. D-Jay McGrath's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Once a promising hockey...

In this captivating episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," we are joined by the multi-talented Andre Jones, hailing from Connecticut. Andre's life is a testament to the power of passion, dedication, and facing past traumas with courage. At the core of Andre's life is his unwavering dedication to bodybuilding. He lives and breathes the gym, adhering to a...

In this riveting episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," we have the privilege of sitting down with David Silverstone, a remarkable individual hailing from Toronto, Ontario. David's life story is one of resilience, determination, and a deep commitment to giving back to the community that shaped him. Growing up in Regent Park, a challenging neighborhood in To...

In this enlightening episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," we sit down with Frank Pew, a compassionate and experienced registered therapist hailing from Guelph, Ontario. Frank's journey has been one of transformation, and in this candid conversation, we explore the many facets of his life, his passion for early intervention in mental health, and the promis...

In this powerful episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," we sit down with the resilient Jason La Chance, a seasoned radio broadcaster, and now a beacon of hope for those battling addiction. With a family history of addiction casting shadows on his own life, Jason found himself at a crossroads, unsure of how to escape the seemingly inevitable fate. Jason's 20...

In this compelling episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," we delve into the raw and inspiring story of Laci Frazier, a talented maternity photographer based in Guelph, Ontario. Laci fearlessly opens up about her personal battles with mental health, specifically postpartum depression, shedding light on a topic that affects not only women but also men. As the con...

Episode 188 of our podcast features a special guest, Melissa Devine, an inspiring author from the USA. In her gripping book, "From Madness to Magic," Melissa shares her personal account of surviving a traumatic kidnapping experience. Join us as we delve into Melissa's courageous journey and discuss the themes of trauma, PTSD, suicide awareness, and sex trafficking. During our convers...

In the latest episode of the podcast "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," host Chris Swiech, had a captivating conversation with Euraysia Duhaime, a remarkable individual who bravely shared her journey of overcoming CPTSD and escaping a toxic relationship with a narcissistic partner. Euraysia candidly recounted the challenges she faced, highlighting the long road to sel...

In this captivating episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," we sit down with Luc Zoratto, also known as marathon2sobriety on Instagram, to explore his remarkable journey from a corporate life of secrecy to a life of sobriety and success through running. Luc shares his poignant story of navigating the challenges of keeping up appearances during the workweek while...

In this episode of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," we delve into author Joe Kuttler's latest novel, "The Happy Hotline." The book tells the story of a twisted suicide hotline operator who convinces people to end their suffering, and the nemesis who tries to stop him. Throughout the conversation, Kuttler emphasizes the importance of mental health, and...

Welcome to "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success" with your host, Chris Swiech. In this episode, Chris welcomes fellow creator Teré Harris from Texas to share his story of overcoming obstacles in life. The two connected over the death of legendary battle rapper Pat Stay from Nova Scotia, Canada. In this deep dive episode, Teré and Chris explore what it takes to become an e...

Welcome to From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success, the podcast that delves into the stories of those who have overcome their toughest struggles to achieve success. In today's episode, we sit down with Mike Dinatale, who shares his journey with bipolar disorder, addiction, and his road to recovery. Summary: Mike Dinatale has had a tumultuous journey with bipolar disorder and addict...

Welcome to From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success. I’m your host, Chris Swiech and today, we have a returning guest, Juliana Campbell from Calgary, Alberta. In our previous episode, we talked about her journey and struggles in life. Today, we will dive deep into ADHD, body positivity, and mental health. Overcoming ADHD In this segment, Juliana shares her personal experiences with ADHD...

In episode 181 of "From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success," we sit down with Megan Herold, a homeschooling mom who deals with ADHD with herself, her husband, and one of her children. This episode focuses on homeschooling in the USA and the benefits it brings, especially for children with ADHD. Mental health is a critical topic on this show, and we delve deep into it in this episode. W...

Welcome to this week's episode of From the Depths of Darkness to the Light of Success, where we bring you inspiring stories of individuals who have overcome life's toughest challenges to find success and fulfillment. This week, we have the pleasure of hosting Brian Drury, a renowned public speaker and confidence coach who has traveled the world sharing his story of resilience and hope. Brian's sto...

In this episode I chat with Tanner Mortenson to delve into a range of topics related to mental health, self-reflection, substance abuse, and life after hockey in Canada. Tanner, a former hockey player, shares his personal journey with mental health and how he has learned to sit with his thoughts, confront his demons and work towards a healthier state of mind. He also opens up about his struggles w...

She went to prison on a mission. A mission to change herself and a mission to make a difference. She didn't know how she'd make a difference at the time, but she knew she would find something she cared about that would benefit from a purpose driven face-lift. Coming to prison as a first-time offender was unnerving, and she felt so much anxiety at first. If you think it's hard on the outside to eat...

As a former Army chaplain who developed a toxic relationship with alcohol after leaving the military, he stayed on a solo rollercoaster of rock bottoms, recoveries and relapses. Finally, in the winter of 2022, he found his way out of the cycle by connecting with people like you. He started his podcast as a way to keep himself accountable and to help others who are in early sobriety. The not-so-sec...