Gitt Up with Adam Larkin

Jessica Ashby's story is one of unimaginable loss, addiction, redemption, and hope. After losing her brother in a tragic car crash as a teenager, Jessica spent years trying to outrun grief. What began as experimenting with drugs and alcohol eventually turned into a devastating opioid addiction after being prescribed oxycodone following the birth of her daughter. Addiction led to a felony convictio...

What does it take to walk away from a successful corporate career and completely reinvent your life? In this episode of GITT UP with Adam Larkin, Damian Tanenbaum shares his incredible journey from the corporate boardroom to Hollywood, where he built a career as an actor, stunt performer, fight coordinator, entrepreneur, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, and CrossFit coach. We dive into the mindset...

Ronni Welcher joins Adam Larkin for one of the most emotional and inspiring conversations ever featured on GITT Up Podcast. Growing up in poverty, Ronni witnessed domestic violence, alcoholism, and chaos inside her own home. As she got older, the trauma continued through abusive relationships, sexual assault, addiction, homelessness, mental illness, incarceration, and unimaginable loss. Ronni shar...

Zachary Schwartz joins Adam Larkin for a powerful conversation about overcoming childhood trauma, building a successful life, entrepreneurship, fatherhood, and the unexpected role he played in Adam's recovery journey. In 2019, Zachary was the friend who drove Adam to the first and last detox of his life—a decision that ultimately changed everything. While Zachary's story is very different from Ada...

Chandler Maze joins Adam Larkin for a raw and powerful conversation about addiction, incarceration, recovery, redemption, and rebuilding a life after years of destructive choices. At the height of his addiction, Chandler was heavily dependent on Xanax and heroin. His addiction ultimately led to armed robbery, a prison sentence, and years of consequences that impacted every area of his life. In thi...

Daniel Cameron joins Adam Larkin on the GITT Up Podcast for a powerful conversation about leadership, faith, resilience, public service, and what it takes to make an impact in today's world. In this episode, Daniel shares lessons from his personal and professional journey, discussing leadership under pressure, staying grounded in your values, overcoming adversity, and the importance of faith, fami...

Dr. Jason Roop joins the GITT Up with Adam Larkin Podcast for a powerful conversation about overcoming homelessness and addiction, rebuilding his life, and creating the innovative Trait Based Model of Recovery that is helping transform recovery and addiction treatment nationwide. As the founder and CEO of the Trait Based Model of Recovery, Dr. Roop shares his personal journey through addiction, ad...

Timothy “iBeli3ve” Lamont shares his unbelievable journey from homelessness, alcoholism, trauma, and hopelessness… to becoming a rising R&B artist, Coca-Cola Music Artist, Recording Academy member, and performer across the country. In this powerful episode, Timothy opens up about the struggles that nearly broke him, including trauma, loss, homelessness, addiction, and the devastating impact of...

Andrew Hager went from prison, addiction, and hopelessness… to rebuilding his life, helping others, and creating purpose from pain. In this episode, Andrew shares the raw truth about addiction, incarceration, recovery, faith, leadership, and how he transformed his life into something bigger than himself. Today, Andrew is inspiring thousands through Andrew Hager Live on Facebook and Instagram, help...

Sindicate Dunn joins GITT Up with Adam Larkin to share his journey from addiction and adversity to entrepreneurship, leadership, and community impact. As a DJ, BBQ restaurant owner, entrepreneur, and city councilman, Sindicate opens up about rebuilding his life, overcoming addiction, and turning painful experiences into purpose. In this episode, we talk about leadership, second chances, business o...

The Paint Creek brothers join GITT Up with Adam Larkin to share what it really takes to build a brand through country music, entrepreneurship, and consistency. Coming up together as brothers, Paint Creek talks about turning their passion for music into something bigger — navigating the reality of the music industry while building a business and growing their brand. In this episode, they open up ab...

In this powerful episode of the GITT Up Podcast with Adam Larkin, I sit down with Jerod Thomas — a former college football star and NFL player whose life took a dramatic turn through addiction, homelessness, and ultimately recovery. Jerod shares his raw and honest journey from the highs of football success to losing everything, and how he fought his way back to rebuild his life with purpose. Now y...

In this inspiring episode of the GITT Up Podcast with Adam Larkin, we sit down with Jarred Humphrey — a rope rescue specialist, climber, teacher, and entrepreneur dedicated to saving lives and serving communities in times of crisis. From disaster relief missions responding to hurricanes and tornadoes to high-risk rope and rescue operations, Jarred shares what it takes to lead with courage, precisi...

In this episode of the GITT Up Podcast with Adam Larkin, I sit down with Sarah Lee — a 24-year-old Korean-American entrepreneur building her path in the medical device industry while pursuing financial independence, leadership, and long-term impact. Sarah shares a powerful story of resilience, identity, and confidence — opening up about overcoming adversity, navigating personal challenges, and ste...

In this episode of the GITT Up Podcast, Adam Larkin sits down with actor and comedian Billy Crank for a real conversation on comedy, career growth, and life lessons from the entertainment world. Billy shares his journey as an actor and comedian — breaking into the industry, developing his craft, and using humor to connect with audiences. This episode dives into mindset, consistency, and what it ta...

In this episode of the GITT Up Podcast, Adam Larkin sits down with the leadership team behind Ramey Estep Group — CEO Ginny Anderson, CTO Kelli McCormick, and CCO Jenna Hill — for a powerful conversation on impact, leadership, and transforming lives.  Ramey Estep Group is making a real difference across Kentucky through inpatient treatment, outpatient services, and youth programs, helping individu...

In this episode of the GITT Up Podcast, Adam Larkin sits down with LeAndre Hayes, a professional skateboarder from Lexington, Kentucky, for a powerful comeback story of resilience, recovery, and purpose. From battling alcoholism and addiction to becoming a professional skateboarder, LeAndre shares how he rebuilt his life and stayed committed to his goals despite the obstacles in his path. As one o...

In this episode of the GITT Up Podcast, Adam Larkin sits down with Lee Cruse, a well-known TV show host, stand-up comedian, and longtime media personality, for an entertaining and insightful conversation about storytelling, humor, and building a career in the media world. Lee shares his journey from radio to television and the stand-up comedy stage, offering perspective on resilience, creativity,...

In this episode of the GITT Up Podcast, Adam Larkin sits down with Alex Groves, founder of Five-Fifteen Media, to discuss entrepreneurship, digital marketing strategy, and building sustainable business growth in today’s competitive landscape. Alex shares her journey from studying entrepreneurship at the University of Cincinnati to launching her first business in college, gaining experience in corp...

In this episode of the GITT Up Podcast, Adam Larkin sits down with John Bowman for a powerful conversation about leadership, resilience, discipline, and building lasting success through adversity. John shares insight into the mindset required to grow through challenges, overcome setbacks, and stay focused on long-term vision. From navigating obstacles to developing strong leadership habits, this d...

In this powerful episode of the GITT UP Podcast, host Adam Larkin sits down with entrepreneur Paul Williams to talk about what it really means to build, lose, and rebuild—in business, in faith, and in purpose. Paul began working for his father’s painting company at just 16 years old, stepped into leadership by 20, and purchased the family business outright at 26. From there, his entrepreneurial jo...

GITT Up Podcast with Adam Larkin — Featuring Karen Butcher In this episode of the GITT Up Podcast, I sit down with Karen Butcher for a powerful and honest conversation about life, resilience, recovery, leadership, and the journey of turning pain into purpose. We dive deep into real-life experiences, the challenges that shape us, and the strength it takes to keep moving forward when everything feel...

What does it truly take to rise from addiction and rock bottom to a life built on faith, discipline, strength, and purpose? In this powerful episode of the GITT Up Podcast, host Adam Larkin sits down with Kentucky entrepreneur Brad Hatton, founder of Gutter Pro, one of the state’s leading full-exterior commercial and residential construction companies specializing in gutters and specialty roofing...

In Episode 10 of the GITT Up Podcast, Adam Larkin sits down with Jessie Christine Smith, a dynamic leader, entrepreneur, and mindset coach known for her success as a top-performing sales professional in the aesthetics industry and her experience as Miss North Carolina for America 2019. In this episode, Jessie shares powerful insights on building confidence, developing a high-performance mindset, v...

Harry Hunsucker | UFC Veteran, Discipline, Mindset & Building Hurricane MMA This episode of GITT Up with Adam Larkin features Harry Hunsucker, UFC veteran, entrepreneur, and owner of Hurricane MMA in Berea, Kentucky, for a powerful conversation on discipline, mindset, and building success after elite competition. Harry competed on Dana White’s Contender Series and went on to have a three-fight...