Recovery Catalyst

We sit down with Dr. Ellyn Hilliard-McLeod to talk about why real healing takes more than a perfect diet and how symptoms can reveal what needs to change in our lives. We dig into processed food traps, core beliefs around eating, and the inner work of forgiveness, identity, and responsibility that can shape long-term health.   Dr McLeod’s journey from a Crohn’s diagnosis to a holistic path    How...

Fenix Shephard recounts leaving home at 14, surviving abuse, addiction, homelessness, being part of the LGBTQ+ community along with multiple arrests before finding sobriety and a personal relationship with God beyond organized religion. Fenix discusses the healing tools she used and now offers—havening, EMDR, TMS, CBT and DBT—alongside spiritual coaching, veteran and community work, and a message...

Certified IFS practitioner and trauma‑informed coach Kurt Bush shares his journey from manufacturing and ministry into Brimstone Coaching Group, helping leaders overcome imposter syndrome and lead with authenticity.   Through the simple framework Encounter + Reflection = Transformation, Kurt shows how self‑awareness increases impact, interrupts burnout, and creates sustainable leadership. Learn ab...

Gazit Chaya Nkosi, an autistic AFAB trans non-binary Jewish mystic and somatic coach, discusses neurodivergence and "neurocomplexity," somatic parts work, and the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) — a passive, auditory method that helps the nervous system re-establish safety and social engagement. The conversation covers practical tools like resourcing before/during/after stressful events, s...

Cat York sits down with Daryl Dittmer, who overcame severe addiction at 19 to become an entrepreneur, author, and life coach. Daryl shares his recovery story, the role of treatment and AA, and the moment he chose to change his life. The conversation explores how showing up, humility, and service guided his path into business, writing, and coaching, and offers practical encouragement for anyone fac...

Host Cat York candidly shares her sobriety journey, describing early detox, repeated relapses, and the support and limitations she found in Alcoholics Anonymous. She discusses challenges specific to women in recovery—difficulty finding sponsors, childcare barriers, and spiritual mismatch—and explains how she built a personalized recovery routine including meetings, church, meditation, and coaching...

Host Cat York interviews Barb Nangle about her transformational recovery through ACA and OA, how she healed codependence, built internal safety, and developed strong boundaries that reshaped her life and relationships. The episode covers Barb’s personal story, practical communication and boundary tools, forgiveness and self-compassion practices, and resources for anyone curious about 12-step fello...

Host Cat York speaks with spiritual medium and consciousness mentor Gloria Battini about her path from anxiety and toxic relationships to becoming a medium and guide. They discuss how intuition and mediumship can support healing, especially in complicated grief. Gloria explains what to expect in a session, how spirits communicate, the importance of energetic boundaries and self-care, and simple st...

Cat York interviews Dr. Jeffrey Bone — chronic illness coach, author, and host of To the Bone — about his personal journey from years of misdiagnosis to a diagnosis of chronic inflammatory response syndrome and common variable immune deficiency. He describes the emotional toll of not being believed, the hidden loneliness of chronic illness, and the long road to proper treatment. Dr. Bone shares pr...

On this episode of the Call Her Cat Podcast, host Cat York interviews licensed therapist and author Johnzelle Anderson about his powerful debut, Mixtape: A Memoir.   Told uniquely in "tracks" instead of chapters, Mixtape charts Johnzelle's personal journey from childhood trauma and feeling silenced to building a career in mental health and finding triumph. He shares his story of mix...

Host Cat York interviews Paul Granger about his decades of full-time volunteer ministry, the challenges of inconsistent income, and the daily practice of loving God and loving others. Paul shares honest stories of loss, perseverance, and small acts of faith—what he calls mustard-seed moments—and explains how to seek God in simple, practical ways amid real-life messiness. The episode also highlight...

Cat York interviews Ashley Dillard, a former firefighter and paramedic turned licensed counselor, hypnotherapist and podcast host, about her journey out of emergency services and into trauma-informed care for first responders, military members, and families. The episode covers cumulative burnout, identity shifts, integrative approaches like clinical hypnosis, neuro-somatic work, and psychedelic-as...

In this episode, Host Cat York speaks with Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and addiction specialist Kevin Odom about his personal journey—from serving in the U.S. Army National Guard to clinical care—and his recent kidney donation. They discuss the philosophy of the One Moment Podcast and explore critical topics like common misconceptions in addiction and mental health, trauma-informed a...

Nikki is an INELDA certified death doula and a grief coach, serving the terminally ill, dying, elderly and their loved ones with dignity and respect. Her goal is to help others embrace the end of life and share open and honest communication with their loved ones. She can take the burden and hold space so you can focus on what matters most in your final days and leave this world at peace.     The c...

Adam Schaeuble is an online business coach for podcasters. He teaches simple strategies to help them grow their audience and turn their content into new clients. He's been podcasting since 2015 and he's the host of the Top 100 ranked entrepreneurship podcast Podcasting Business School. With over 1,000 episodes and more than a million total downloads in his career, he knows a thing or two...

In this episode Dr. Herman SJR — a metaphysical psychologist and systems architect — explains his concept of holistic vision, the bridge between mind and metaphysical realities, and why "divorce" (stepping outside yourself) is the core exercise for seeing interconnectivity across any situation. He discusses the power of language and linguistic framing, offers practical exercises to refra...

On this episode of Call Her Cat, host Cat York interviews Jack Hager, a 78-year-old veteran who shares his raw journey from addiction and crime to incarceration, faith, and recovery. Jack discusses growing up in a military family, his military service in Korea and Vietnam, the choices that led to prison, and how discovering Christianity transformed his life. He also reflects on the ongoing challen...

Host Cat York talks with recovery coach and author John Merkel about his book Sobriety Breakthrough and his day-long workshops that guide newcomers through the 12 steps to jumpstart lasting recovery. They explore common early-sobriety traps, why meetings alone aren’t enough, and how immediate, paired action brings real change.   The episode outlines practical steps for newcomers: partner work, foc...

Host Cat York talks with Tony Harte, founder of A Stoic Sobriety, about how ancient Stoic principles compliment AA’s 12 steps. Tony shares his 36-year sobriety journey, explains stoicism’s true meaning (not emotion suppression), and shows practical tools—like the dichotomy of control and the power of the pause—to manage guilt, shame, and social media pressures in recovery. Tony explains how stoici...

In this powerful episode, Cat York sits down with Pat Schultz, founder of Ready4Takeoff and contributor to The Rise of Her anthology, to discuss Pat's journey of profound reinvention after 50. Pat courageously traces her path from decades of untreated depression and self-medication with alcohol to finding stability through psychiatric care and sobriety with AA. They delve into the stigma arou...

TW: This episode discusses sensitive and potentially triggering topics. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode Cat York speaks with Peggy Sharr, a psychotherapist and author who grew up inside a religious cult her mother founded. Peggy recounts life in the “Kingdom,” the fear-based tactics, family control, abuse, and isolation that shaped her childhood, and how she eventually escaped and...

Host Cat York and guest Sabrina Militello discuss food addiction, recovery, and the identity work required to break destructive patterns. Sabrina shares her lived experience—losing over 100 pounds, recovering from bulimia and food addiction, rebuilding relationships, and becoming a coach—and practical strategies like abstinence, community support, and mindset shifts. With over a decade of experien...

Stuart L. Morris is a bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, and master celebrant whose work sits at the intersection of entrepreneurial thinking and sacred ceremony. He is the author of the Amazon #1 Bestseller, Choose Now: The Expert Guide to Elite Entrepreneurial Living, and has spent decades teaching at institutions like Henley Business School, helping people design lives of autonomy and pur...

Today marks the 20th anniversary of the passing of my brother David and I dedicate this episode to him for the lasting impact he had on my life and so many lives. I love You. I miss You and I can think of no better way to honor you by shining a light on and exploring  grief through the books and personal journey of G. Scott Graham.   G. Scott Graham is an author  (of 30 books and counting), a care...

David Bennett is a hypnotherapist, author, and speaker. He has multiple degrees from Ohio University and Emory University, and spent 6 years working in the addiction field, and continues to do consulting in the field. With his identical twin brother, he has co-written 9 books on relationships, manifestation, affirmations, and weight loss. His TikTok accounts, focusing on self-development, have ove...