Sharing With Out Shame

In this episode, Donna welcomes Katie Anderson, a proud mom and a woman in long-term recovery with over 9 years of sobriety. Katie shares her journey from addiction to healing, the role of family, and the powerful lessons she’s learned about resilience, spirituality, and breaking generational cycles. Topics Covered: - Katie’s path into addiction and what led her to recovery - The role of family dy...

In this episode of Sharing Without Shame, Donna Marston welcomes author and journalist Mallary Tenore Tarpley to talk about her ongoing recovery journey from an eating disorder. Mallory shares how her disorder began after the loss of her mother, how shame kept her silent, and how she now embraces the "middle place"—a space between illness and full recovery that so many experience but few talk abou...

In this episode of Sharing Without Shame, host Donna Marston sits down with transformative coach Jason Shiers to talk about his powerful journey from addiction to healing. Jason opens up about growing up with trauma, hiding his past, and how he eventually found freedom by being honest about his story. They talk about what recovery really means, how important it is to stop chasing perfection, and w...

In this episode of Sharing Without Shame, host Donna Marston sits down with Richard Evans, a former firefighter and paramedic turned addiction counselor, to explore the emotional weight and trauma that often go unseen in high-stress professions. With brutal honesty, Richard shares his journey from the rush of saving lives to the depths of addiction, burnout, and a near-suicidal spiral—all while ju...

In this episode of Sharing Without Shame, host Donna Marston welcomes Jennifer Young — mother of three and founder of the ConnectMio app — to talk about the raw reality of living with a partner struggling with alcohol use disorder. Jennifer opens up about the isolation, emotional exhaustion, and hidden grief that came with loving someone through active addiction. Jennifer opens up about her decisi...

In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Ginty — a survivor, mother, and the voice behind Moody Monster, a page dedicated to mental health, emotional expression, and self-compassion. Jennifer shares her powerful story of surviving childhood sexual abuse, navigating toxic shame, and the long road to healing. She opens up about the years of dissociation, depression, and feeling unseen, and how rec...

In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, host Donna Marston sits down with Barb Nangle, a former people-pleaser turned boundaries coach, who shares her deeply personal journey from codependency to empowerment. Barb opens up about a pivotal moment in her life when helping a homeless friend led her to hit a codependent bottom, ultimately guiding her into the world of recovery through Co...

In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, host Donna Marston welcomes Scarlett Lewis, founder of the Choose Love Movement. Scarlett shares the heartbreaking story of losing her six-year-old son Jesse in the Sandy Hook Elementary tragedy and how his final message—“nurturing, healing, love”—became the foundation for a global mission. Through her personal journey, Scarlett explains how sh...

In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, Donna Marston sits down with Scott Strode, founder of The Phoenix—a sober active community that's transforming recovery through connection and movement. Scott shares his inspiring personal journey from addiction to long-term recovery, highlighting how fitness, community, and purpose became the cornerstones of his healing. He opens up about...

In this episode of Sharing Without Shame, host Donna Marston sits down with Kohdi Rayne, the visionary founder of Beyond Sober Clothing Company, Beyond Sober Nation, and Beyond Sober. Kohdi shares his deeply personal journey through addiction, recovery, and transformation, shedding light on the emotional and psychological battles many face when struggling with substance dependency. With unfiltered...

In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, Donna Marston welcomes Carla Preston Boyer, author of I Drank and Chasing the Light: Finding a Way Out of the Shadows. Carla opens up about her journey from addiction to sobriety, shedding light on the deep-rooted shame, trauma, and self-destructive patterns that fueled her struggles. She bravely shares how childhood sexual abuse, coupled with...

In this episode of Sharing Without Shame, host Donna Marston welcomes Sabrina, an author and therapist specializing in anxiety management and core belief transformation. Sabrina discusses how core beliefs, often shaped in childhood, significantly impact self-worth and emotional well-being. She explains that many people suppress their emotions from an early age, leading to unhealthy coping strategi...

On this episode of Sharing Without Shame, host Donna Marston welcomes psychologist and author Faust Ruggiero to discuss the deep-rooted impact of addiction on individuals and families. Faust shares his personal experience growing up in a home affected by addiction, shedding light on the importance of breaking secrecy and fostering open conversations. He also introduces his Fix Yourself Empowerment...

In this episode of Sharing Without Shame, host Donna Marston welcomes Dr. Laura Ellick, a licensed psychologist specializing in eating disorders, addiction, and chronic medical conditions. Together, they dive into the complexities of addiction, including misconceptions, gaslighting, and the role of families in recovery. Dr. Ellick shares her personal and professional evolution in understanding add...

In this deeply moving episode of Sharing Without Shame, host Donna Marston welcomes Martha Burich, a compassionate mentor and life coach, to discuss healing from trauma and addiction. Martha shares her personal story of feeling unwanted as a child and how she has come to terms with her past, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness and understanding generational pain. Through her holistic coachin...

In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, Donna Marston sits down with guest Brigette Sobus, a coach and consultant who has transformed her life after enduring years of hardship. Brigette shares her deeply personal story, which began with a challenging marriage to a man struggling with addiction. Despite the red flags, Brigette entered the relationship with hope, only to face financial...

In this heartfelt episode of the Sharing Without Shame Podcast, host Donna Marston speaks with John Nash, a clinical mental health counselor specializing in trauma, anxiety, addiction, and family therapy. Together, they explore the challenges and triumphs of addiction recovery, trauma's impact, and the role of spirituality in healing. John shares his initial misconceptions about addiction and how...

In this episode of Sharing Without Shame, Donna Marston welcomes Dr. Rick Barnett, a licensed psychologist and addiction specialist with extensive experience in psychedelic medicine. Dr. Barnett shares his journey from addiction to long-term recovery and his path to becoming a psychologist with a focus on innovative treatments, including ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. He openly discusses the cha...

In this episode of Sharing Without Shame, Donna Marston hosts April Piotrowski, a successful entrepreneur and advocate for healing through non-traditional methods. April openly shares her journey from addiction recovery to finding inner peace through alternative healing methods, specifically microdosing and psychedelic-assisted therapy. She discusses her initial struggle to overcome addiction thro...

Welcome to the Sharing Without Shame podcast, dedicated to parents and anyone else who loves someone in active addiction. In this episode, host Donna Marston, author of Peeling the Onion and Sharing Without Shame, sits down with Austin Wynn, CEO and founder of Never Alone Recovery. Austin shares his personal journey through addiction and recovery, emphasizing the importance of personalized care th...

In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, host Donna Marston welcomes Mone' Cassier, co-founder of the former Sober Sisters Recovery and current executive director of Malley Farm for Women. Mone' opens up about her personal journey through addiction, spanning over 25 years, and how relapse was a major part of her recovery story. She recounts the critical moments...

In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, host Donna Marston speaks with Dr. Rob Kelly, a world-renowned addiction expert. Dr. Kelly shares his personal journey from homelessness and addiction to becoming a successful psychologist, discussing how confronting past trauma and reshaping neural pathways can lead to recovery. He emphasizes that addiction is not just about substances but oft...

In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, host Donna Marston welcomes Eric, the Senior Director of White Horse Recovery Centers. Eric shares his powerful journey from being the "town drunk" to becoming a respected figure in the recovery community. He opens up about his struggles with addiction and the profound turning point in his life that led him to sobriety. Eric recounts...

In this powerful episode of "Sharing Without Shame," Donna Marston is joined by special guest Maureen Cavanagh, an influential advocate and author dedicated to supporting families affected by addiction. Together, they share a candid conversation about the often unspoken struggles these families face. Maureen, drawing from her personal experience and advocacy work, discusses the emotional...

In this episode of the Sharing Without Shame podcast, host Donna Marston welcomes Tom Conrad, a certified addiction counselor and host of the Real Recovery Talk podcast. The conversation begins with Tom sharing his personal journey through addiction and recovery without shame. Tom reflects on his past struggles with alcoholism and drug addiction, expressing gratitude for the challenges and consequ...