Recover Outloud Podcast

Join me for a powerful episode recorded in the Holy Land with my special guest, Jewish Holistic Healer Ari Serap. Ari opens up about his journey through addiction and mental health struggles, the redemption that guided him back to Israel, and how his unwavering faith in God continues to ground him. He also shares his perspective on the recent events in Israel and how he finds strength in the face...

In this episode of Recover Outloud, I sit down with “Preacher” Antoine Evans, who shares his journey from feeling out of place, to serving in the military, to falling deep into addiction. Antoine opens up about the double life he lived, the grief and loss he endured, and the powerful redemption that brought him into recovery. His story is raw, real, and inspiring—and I’m honored to welcome him int...

In this episode of Recover Outloud, I sit down with Jacki Fleniken, who opens up about her childhood, the path that led to years of alcohol abuse, and the powerful shift that brought her into recovery. Jacki also dives into the science—how alcohol impacts the brain and body—and shares her radical, inspiring approach to healing. I’m honored to share her story and proud to welcome her into the Recov...

100 Episodes Strong! This milestone episode of Recover Outloud gets personal. I’m pulling back the curtain with a life update—what really happened in Alaska, why I moved back home, my last relationship, and what recovery looks like for me today. I also share where the podcast is headed next and reflect on the incredible community we’ve built together. I’m humbled, grateful, and beyond proud to be...

Step up to the plate for a powerful episode of Recover Outloud. I’m joined by former Boston Red Sox pitcher Michael Bulgary, who takes us from the thrill of the mound to the depths of addiction. Michael opens up about his rise in baseball, the intoxicating pull of fame, and the spiral into alcohol, opiates, and harder substances. He shares the raw truth about life on and off the field, what ultima...

Join me as we hear from Meredith White. Meredith is a survivor in every aspect of the word. She has survived addiction, almost every form of trauma, homelessness, and so much more. In this episode Meredith does a deep dive into her life and shares the grueling reality of drug addiction and what led her into the rooms of recovery. I am grateful to call Meredith friend and I am grateful to have Mere...

Lace up those J's, get your Yankees fitted on and join me as we hear from Peer Support Specialist Jeff Vickers. In this episode Jeff shares what it was like growing up in the Bronx during the height of the war on drugs, how the culture changed him, and what led him into recovery. This episode is an eye opener for those who haven't been exposed to the way of life and its a real inside look...

Pull up your chair, get your pencils out as we hear from Michelle Steiner. Michelle is an educator who suffers from learning disabilities and has suffered from them since elementary school. She shares about how hard learning was for her at a young age and how she takes those lessons and applies it to the way she interacts with students. Michelle's story is very moving and powerful. I am gratef...

Join me as we hear from Host of 'Autism Rocks and Rolls' Podcast, Sam Mitchell. In this episode we hear from Sam and his mother about how autism effects Sam, the achievements he has made and the advocacy he does for his community. Sam's mother about her struggles as a mother of a child with autism and how she approaches each and every day. I am grateful to have met Sam and I am grateful to have Sa...

Pull up a blanket and join me as we hear from Ms. Chelsea Elisabeth. In this episode Chelsea talks about surviving a fatal dog attack, the various surgeries after, and the trauma that followed. Chelsea speaks about how letting go of the things that no longer serve her and facing a new life. I am grateful to have met Chelsea and to have her as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!! To fin...

Strap up your helmet, grab your skate deck, and join me on top of the half pipe as we hear from Jaime McCormick. In this episode we will hear Jaime's story of how addiction took him from training for the '96 Olympics to losing it all. Jaime shares what led him to God and how he uses his faith to be speaker and CEO of Skate Angry. I am grateful to have met Jaime and I am grateful to have hi...

Put on your gym shorts, lace those kicks up, and join me on the court as we hear from International Basketball Star Dwyane Morton. In this episode we hear about Dwayne's struggle with being misdiagnosed with a rare blood cancer and witnessing a shooting in his hometown. Dwayne shares ways that he copes with the stress of these traumatic situations. I am grateful to have met Dwayne and to have...

Pull up a chair and join me as we hear from Breeze Hall. Breeze is a Peer Support Specialist who is currently working towards being a Drug Addictions Counselor. In this episode, Breeze shares his story of Childhood Trauma, Addiction, Grief and Loss. This very emotional episode is a somber reminder that life events can motivate us in our addiction and of how deep addiction can take us. I am gratefu...

For the first time ever, join me as we hear a PART 2 from Cheyenne Moore. Cheyenne is a good friend of the show and a greater human being. In this episode we catch up a little bit. We share our love for herbal healing, dabble a little into spiritualism, and Cheyenne recaps her story and expands on her already existing story. Cheyenne expands on her growth over this last year and a half, and it is...

Sit on your couch, pull up a blanket and join me as we hear from Catherine Machowski of MA. Catherine is a US Army Veteran with a social media presence that shares her struggles with mental health disorders as well as addiction. This episode dives deep into her struggles with both. I am grateful to have met Catherine and to have her as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!To Find Cather...

Pull up a chair and join me as we hear from Amber Schultz of Dollywood, TN. Amber is the founder of Fundie Freed, which is a space where people can share their lived experiences growing up in Cults. Amber has lived experience growing up in a religious cult. In this episode Amber shares her experience as a survivor as well as being a (prior) spouse of a Veteran and the struggles she faces on a dail...

Drop those dumbbells, grab your post workout drink of choice and join me as we hear from Rob Childs of Ann Arbor, Michigan now residing in Naples, Florida. In this episode Rob shares his struggles with multiple forms of Trauma. Rob has a real candid way of recounting incidents that shaped him to where he is today. I am grateful to have met Rob and to have him as a member of the Recover Outloud Fam...

Join me as we hear from Lorayne Michaels of the Charlotte, North Carolina. Lorayne is the creator of Bold Beginnings where she uses her experience to empower women to create a better future for themselves. I am grateful to have met Lorayne and have her as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!! To find Lorayne: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoldBeginningsCo Tiktok: https://www.tiktok...

Join me as we hear from Mitch Harley of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. This is a return episode for Mitch. Mitch shares his current struggles with mental health and the strides he has made to improve not only his life and mental health, but his position as a father. You can find Mitch at:https://www.facebook.com/mitch.harley.10

In this episode I will share what has been going on in my life for the past 4 months. This Episode includes pictures (On Youtube) from my adventures and some MASSIVE successes. Thank you all so much for the love and support. I am not going anywhere, I just needed a little time. MUCH LOVE!!!

Join me as we hear from David Gillam of Wrexham, Wales. David is a podcaster and avid wrestling fan. In this episode we do a deep dive into Davids story of addiction, mental health disorders, suicidal ideations, and recovery. I am grateful to have met David and to have him as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!!

Join me as we hear from Aaron Quinonez of Auburn, Washington. Aaron, better known as SGT Q in his close knit circle is a Marine Veteran. In this episode SGT Q and I dive deep into his struggles with Mental Health and how his faith in God changed his life. SGT Q's story is an amazing one and I am grateful to have met SGT Q and have him as a member of the Recover Outloud Family. Enjoy!!! To find...

Have you been stressed? Do you need 15 minutes to just unwind? Here is a Relaxation Hypnosis to help you relax. You will enjoy it and you will feel more relaxed after this. You can use this recording day or night.

Get your helmets on, and hold on tight as we hear from Miranda Young. Miranda is a Paranormal Investigator, Photographer, and Co-Owner of the Historic Scott County Jail in Huntsville, TN. In this episode we deep dive into Miranda Young of Ghost Biker Explorations. Miranda shares her love for Motorcycles, investigating the paranormal, and giving back to her community. Miranda shares some of her tec...

Join me as we hear from Cheyenne Moore of Wichita, Kansas. Cheyenne is the host of "A Safe Space with Cheyenne Podcast" Where she invites guests on to talk about a variety of topics. This episode is Cheyenne's very first time sharing her story of addiction, trauma, and what she is doing to work through them. This is my very first two part show. Cheyenne's part 2 episode will rele...