The Jungle Podcast

Nikole is a speaker, writer, and ministry leader along side her husband, Anthony. Her book "50 Shades of Truth" unveils the life that she lived before... and after... God's amazing deliverance and transformation from drugs, alcohol and a life of sexual depravity. Addicted to porn and so many forms of instant gratification. This book walks through her addiction, and all the sinful bon...

Nick is the owner of Become the After personal training in North Canton, Ohio. Nick has a powerful story of overcoming adversity and building an amazing life and he credits it all to God! Check us out and let's get that work!

Monica is the onboarding Chair Person for Building Freedom Ohio's Akron/Canton chapter. She is also the Reentry Liaison for South Street Ministries. We are discussing family, relationships and collateral Sanctions. Check her out.

Lamarr has spent over a decade behind bars and is now on the forefront of changing legislation and lives for felons. He is the Re-Entry Director at South Street, Founder and Program Director for Strategic Intervention for Youth in Crisis, Chapter Developer for Building Freedom Ohio, He teaches IOP for Core Plus but most importantly he is an amazing father and leader these days. Check out his amazi...

Rachel is super mom of the millennium. Her superhero son Max was born with MCAP (Megalencephaly-capillary malformation syndrome) and Rachel was told time after time to "make arrangements". Step in and hear her amazing story of resilience and love.

Michael is the host and producer of  @LombardTruckin  podcast. He is an owner operator, industry advocate and fitness guru. Suit up and strap in because we're fully loaded going into season 4

Matt found recovery in June 2017 after witnessing the freedom and growth his childhood best friend found through sobriety. After treatment, he immediately knew he wanted to work in the recovery field, quickly getting a job as a behavioral health technician. Since then, Matt has grown a passion for helping men find freedom and happiness through various different roles such as recovery mentoring, di...

Deanna is first and foremost my little sister. She is a Crisis Emergency Counselor for Coleman Professional and also a District Mental Heath Counselor fighting on the front lines for our at risk youth.

Gary is the Director of Operations at Hillway Recovery Home in Akron, Ohio. Gary has a huge heart for mentoring and working with people. From his childhood to prison, addiction to success story Gary is doin the damn thing

John is a main component in the Slow Down Move Over initiative across the US freeway systems. Overcoming a near death accident on the side of the highway and becoming addicted to painkillers he has made an amazing comeback. With an impressive social media following he is putting one foot in front of the other and making sure he makes a difference in the industry.

Lisa Parson is a Councilor at Skypoint Recovery in Akron, Ohio. Lisa came on and shared her personal journey of overcoming addiction and cancer, emphasizing the transformative power of recovery programs and her desire to help others in similar situations. Christopher and Lisa discussed their own experiences with recovery, highlighting the importance of embracing one's past and using it as a so...

Michael Prichard is the founder of Covenant Training Solutions. He is an Analyst for the Fresno Department of Behavioral Health, A DOT-SAP and much much more... Come on in while we discuss the Norwegian Prison Model and more.

Facing over 20 years at the time of her arrest. Shauntae Metcalf made a choice once incarcerated to BE BETTER!!!She is doing amazing work with the Stark County Re-Entry program, Owns her own cleaning company and is the Board Director for CTC Solutions.

Tori tells her story of addiction, arrest, struggle and perseverance in this episode. Now giving back as a residential aide with a local detox facility she is working to get her CDC.

Christopher and Anthony discussed their experiences with addiction and re-entering society after being felons. Anthony shared his story of growing up in northeast Ohio, his descent into drug addiction, and his discovery that he was adopted. Both agreed that addiction is not exclusive to any one type of community or upbringing. Towards the end, they expressed their surprise at the choices they ende...

Sonny Von Cleveland shared his life story on The Jungle. Sonny had a difficult childhood, marked by abuse and encounters with the law. Despite his challenging past, he is now using his experiences to inspire others and prove that a felony doesn't have to define who you are. He emphasized the power of self-forgiveness, compassion, and kindness. Both Christopher and Sonny discussed their persona...

Kev the Trucker has amassed a significant following on TruckerTok. Climb in the cab as we talk about TikTok, Californias prison system and discuss why trucking is such a great starting point for guys fresh out of the gate.

Christopher and Noah discussed Noah's troubled past, including his parents' split, his descent into alcohol and smoking, and his time in prison. Christopher expressed his love and support for Noah, emphasizing the importance of learning from past mistakes. Noah shared his history of legal troubles, including his struggles with alcohol and Xanax, and the impact of his actions on his life. N...

Dr. L discussed the history and evolution of mental health institutions, the deinstitutionalization movement, and the challenges faced by mental health patients in corrections. They also touched on the different types of treatment facilities for criminals and the complexities of providing quality care in institutions.

Christopher introduced the new season of his podcast featuring Kenny Lambert, a community member from Akron who overcame adversity through drug and alcohol use. Kenny shared his backstory and how he turned his life around by running a clothing store with his daughter and planning to open a shelter for meetings. Christopher also shared his journey from growing up with a strong work and moral ethic...

James shared his journey with addiction, which started in high school and included multiple drug trafficking charges and stints in jail. Despite his struggles, he found his way back to the 12 step meetings. He credited his time in prison with giving him the opportunity to get healthy and make better decisions. James also shared his experiences with ultra running and climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. He...

Mama Hazel stops in to talk about dealing with my bullshit, our amazing restored relationship and how life is today.

Jeremy shared his experiences growing up in a multi-alcoholic family, bouncing between schools, and dealing with parents' constant fighting and abuse. He also discussed his delinquent behavior and involvement in drug trafficking. Jeremy and Christopher discussed their personal experiences with drug use and its impact on their lives, including Jeremy's DUIs and marijuana possession. Jeremy...

Christopher and Danielle discussed the workings of the juvenile justice system, focusing on mental health counseling. Danielle, a clinical counselor, shared her passion for working with juveniles and expressed her desire to help kids who often don't get the help they need. They discussed the rehabilitation efforts within the juvenile justice system, focusing on the reduction in incarceration r...