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This week, Glenn's recovery sponsor Shay joins us on the Dare Me! Podcast. And if you think you know what a sponsor/sponsee relationship looks like, theirs might surprise you. They come from different generations, different backgrounds, and very different life experiences. Yet somewhere along the way, they discovered just how much they have in common. Shay and Glenn talk about recovery, sponso...

Sometimes you gotta know when to call a do-over 😬After a few technical issues and some second thoughts 🤔 Glenn and Dean decided to practice a little humility and hit the reset button 🔄So what happens when the hosts decide they can do better? This week, we’re gonna talk about it 🗣️And yes, Shalia will be back soon for the conversation she deserves 💯 This edition of the show also includes a real...

So far this season, we’ve sat across from people whose lives have been touched by addiction, recovery, fentanyl, the criminal justice system, cancer, fitness, spirituality, music and a hell of a lot more 🎙️For Episode 10 of Season 2, Glenn and Dean look back at clips from each of this season’s guests so far and discuss some of the recent stories surrounding the opioid crisis in the news. Different...

Bang just crossed 1 MILLION streams on Apple Music 🎶The Detroit artist joins us to talk music, the road to a million, and the crazy story of how our musical worlds collided. Oh…we GOT stories 😁https://linktr.ee/Bangxxixhttps://www.instagram.com/bangxxix/https://www.instagram.com/rarehearted/https://www.instagram.com/kilelikewater/https://www.instagram.com/nimitt_t/https://www.instagram.com/cloud...

Criminal defense attorney Rajan Joshi joins us on the Dare Me! Podcast for a candid conversation about the legal consequences of opioid-related drug charges. From possession and trafficking charges to cases involving fentanyl, Rajan breaks down how quickly the stakes can escalate — and how decisions made during addiction can carry life-changing legal consequences. We also talk about Rajan’s career...

James Logan was given a timeline. Two years and four months later, he’s still here — still training, still TRI-ING, and headed for the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. In this episode of the Dare Me! Podcast, Jim talks about surviving colorectal cancer, the mindset that kept him moving forward, and why he refuses to stop. An Amazon best-selling author, he wrote "Just Keep TRI-ING&q...

Season 2 • Episode 6We weren’t done 💪🏽The conversation with Jodie Rae continues in Part 2 as she and Glenn dig deeper into relapse, recovery and second chances. After sharing what led to her relapse in Part 1, Jodie talks about what happened next — picking herself back up, moving forward and continuing the fight. Because relapse might be part of the story, but it doesn’t have to be the end. If y...

Relapse happens. But what happens next? In this episode, Glenn sits down with his longtime friend in recovery, Jodie Rae, to have an honest conversation about opioid addiction, relapse, recovery, and everything that comes with it. Together, they share their stories — the struggles, the setbacks, the road back, and the reality of what happens when recovery doesn’t go exactly as planned. No judgment...

The conversation continues…In Part 2 of Glenn Victor’s conversation with longtime friend and recovery advocate Eric “Mr. Whatchamacallit” Taylor, the stories, laughter, and life lessons continue. With more than 30 years clean, Eric shares the wisdom, humor, and perspective that have guided his life while helping countless others along the way. One of Eric’s favorite sayings is:“Show up early – sta...

Some of life’s greatest lessons come from the people who have lived them. In this episode of the Dare Me! Podcast, Glenn Victor welcomes longtime friend and recovery advocate Eric “Mr. Whatchamacallit” Taylor. Through humor, honesty, and decades of lived experience, Eric shares his story of addiction, recovery, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. One of Eric’s favorite sayings is, “Show up...

Chronic headaches don’t have to mean narcotics. In this episode of the Dare Me! Podcast, Glenn and longtime friend Dr. Marc Scharfman explore healthier alternatives for treating chronic headaches and discuss the importance of non-narcotic treatment options. Dr. Scharfman shares his approach to helping patients find relief while focusing on healthy living and addressing the root causes of chronic p...

After an incredible first season, Dare Me! Podcast host Glenn Victor and Producer Dean Baker are back for Season 2 with a continued commitment to helping those still struggling with addiction while inspiring anyone facing life’s challenges. In this episode, Glenn and Dean welcome listeners back and revisit the personal story that inspired this podcast—how a devastating ankle injury led to prescrip...

Recorded in Honolulu, Hawaii, this final episode from Season 1 of the Dare Me! Podcast closes out a year-long conversation that didn't fake it for clicks or clean it up for comfort. This is what it was-real life, in real time. As always, host Glenn Victor speaks openly about opioid addiction, withdrawal, and how to power through it, sharing real experiences, hard truths, and practical insight...

Sometimes you just need to step back, take a breath, and look at where you’ve been—and where you’re going. In this episode of the Dare Me! Podcast, Glenn Victor and co-host Dean Baker reflect on the journey of building the show as they close in on one full year and 52 episodes. From the early grind to finding their rhythm, this episode is a moment to pause, reset, and take it all in. As always, Gl...

Authenticity—what it really means to be yourself and how living out of alignment can quietly feed addiction. In this episode of the Dare Me! Podcast, Glenn Victor breaks down the difference between being real and being seen, and how chasing image over truth can impact your mindset, decisions, and recovery. This episode also includes discussion and footage from Glenn’s experience at a Madonna conce...

In Episode 44 of the Dare Me! Podcast, Glenn Victor breaks down resentments and relationships—what he calls “resentment-ships”—and how they quietly destroy your peace, your mindset, and your progress. This episode dives into: Why resentments are so dangerous How they build up in relationships The role they play in relapse and self-sabotage Practical ways to recognize and work through them Why star...

Starting over in the new year—this episode gets real about opioid addiction, withdrawal, and what it actually takes to break free and rebuild your life. In Episode 43 of the Dare Me! Podcast, host Glenn Victor shares personal insight into opioid addiction, opiate withdrawal, and the realities of getting off opiates—along with how prayer, meditation, and mindset shifts have played a role in his jou...

As part of the Dare Me! Podcast Christmas Eve 5-hour marathon, this special segment features a powerful hour-long interview with internationally acclaimed music producer, artist, motivational speaker, and life coach “Anonymass” (Marlon Sorrentino). Calling in live during the holiday broadcast, Anonymass joins Glenn Victor for a deep and wide-ranging conversation covering creativity, mindset, medit...

On this special Christmas Eve live marathon, the Dare Me! Podcast went all in—broadcasting for over 5 straight hours to create a space for anyone who needed it during the holidays. Hosted by Glenn Victor alongside Co-Host & Producer Dean Baker, this episode was built for those who don’t always feel the joy of the season…those navigating addiction, mental health struggles, isolation, or just a...

On this episode of the Dare Me! Podcast, host Glenn Victor sits down with singer, rapper, artist, and producer YHB (Brendan Field). This episode features exclusive music clips from YHB, along with a deep conversation covering music, mental health, and drug use in the music industry. Glenn and YHB also talk about meeting at The Future of Artists Summit hosted by rapper and artist Caskey, sharing th...

On this episode of the Dare Me! Podcast, host Glenn Victor returns to his second hometown of Orlando, Florida for a conversation with Marvin Lilly of Mind Body and Soul Recovery Housing and Marla Stevenson of the Drums in Recovery music therapy program. Both Marvin and Marla are deeply involved in the recovery community throughout Central Florida, using recovery housing, music therapy, and real-wo...

On this episode of the Dare Me! Podcast, host Glenn Victor sits down with Life & Health Coach and Recovery Advocate Melissa Dawn. Melissa shares her journey through addiction, struggle, survival, and transformation—showing that real change is possible no matter how far things have gone. Glenn also opens up about his own experiences with opioid use and withdrawals, offering real perspective and...

On this special “Friends-Giving” edition of the Dare Me! Podcast, Glenn Victor takes live calls from viewers and listeners during the Thanksgiving holiday, creating a real-time, unfiltered conversation with the audience. From personal stories and shout-outs to spontaneous discussions and meaningful moments, this episode captures the energy of connecting with listeners live and the sense of communi...

On this episode of the Dare Me! Podcast, Glenn Victor sits down with rapper and hip-hop artist SOLDANI to break down his experience at the Future of Artists Summit and the inspiration it sparked for his music and creative journey. The conversation dives into the Summit, behind-the-scenes moments, and the connections made along the way—including shout-outs to the Dare Me! Podcast audience from arti...

On this episode of the Dare Me! Podcast, Glenn Victor takes you inside a powerful and personal journey through the history of Narcotics Anonymous, visiting the World Services Office in Southern California. From rare artifacts and historic materials—including early NA literature and original items tied to the founding of the fellowship—to conversations with members from around the world, this exper...