Recovery Podcast

Jerrica Lacy’s story is one of heartbreak, healing, and divine intervention. Growing up surrounded by addiction, Jerrica knew drugs and alcohol long before she ever knew peace. Both of her parents battled addiction, and tragedy struck when her father and brother lost their lives to overdoses. Her mother is now in recovery - a living reminder that redemption is possible. Though Jerrica grew up in c...

Brooke’s story is one of strength, faith, and redemption. Born in Buffalo, Wyoming, to an alcoholic mother and a hardworking but absent father, Brooke’s early years were marked by chaos and pain. Her mother’s abuse led to Brooke being placed on psychiatric medications at a young age. When her parents divorced - her father choosing faith and her mother rejecting it - Brooke was left in her mother’s...

TJ’s story is one of pain, perseverance, and redemption. His journey into addiction began at just 16 years old. With a devout Christian mother and an alcoholic father, TJ struggled to find his place and identity. Years of instability followed - moving from state to state, battling inner conflict, and facing multiple arrests, suicide attempts, and felony charges. Everything changed after an 18-hour...

Meet Jon Fenderson, our Pastoral Care Coordinator at Booth Hall in Gillette, Wyoming—the only faith-based adult re-entry center in the state. Jon grew up in a Christian home and has a deep heart for discipleship. After serving in a recovery ministry for adolescent boys in Arizona, Jon earned his degree in ministry while working maintenance at a hospital. A family dinner conversation led him to VOA...

Joy Copeland was born in Orange County, California, and raised in Texas as the youngest of four daughters. Often feeling out of place, she leaned into humor to stand out and embraced the identity of the “good kid,” hoping it would earn her belonging. Her faith began early—baptized at six and raised around Christianity—but over time, that faith became transactional: “If I’m good, God will give me w...

In this powerful episode, we hear from Allen Durham, Business Development team member at VOA Northern Rockies, as he shares his deeply personal journey through addiction, recovery, and faith. Allen began drinking and using drugs at a young age—it was all around him. What started as fun quickly turned into a 17-year battle that led him through four treatment programs. The final one, at VOA Northern...

In this episode, we sit down with Samantha Satchell, Lead Clinician at our Buffalo Clinic in Wyoming, to explore a topic that touches every part of our lives: trust. Trust forms the foundation of how we connect—with ourselves, with others, and with the world around us. When it's strong, it acts as a compass. When it's broken, the ripple effects can shake every area of our lives—personall...

Dustin Stephen's journey into ministry and service began unexpectedly. Though not originally planning to pursue ministry, a summer internship as a youth pastor sparked a passion. After serving in the military, he returned to Texas and became involved in youth ministry, eventually leading him and his wife on a mission trip to Nicaragua. This trip deeply influenced them, igniting a calling to i...

Lisa, from Riverton, WY, has struggled with addiction since she was 14, along with an eating disorder. She never acknowledged her problems until her 40s. Adopted at birth, she grew up with religious adoptive parents, but met her biological mother, who had a very different lifestyle. Lisa was active in sports and started drinking with friends, influenced by insecurities about her body and fear of b...

Jason Enstad has lived in Cheyenne, WY for 18 years and is a registered nurse, having previously worked as an EMT. While in nursing school, he worked at multiple detox facilities. Although he started in the ICU, Jason realized it wasn't his true calling. He later took a nursing job at the jail and became more involved in ministry through his church’s men's group, where he helped feed hom...

Sarah Langley, originally from Tuscan, Arizona, and later moving to Sheridan, Wyoming, had a childhood filled with anxiety and fear. Growing up in a strict Baptist home, she was taught that alcohol was forbidden, but she first tried it in her younger years with friends and quickly developed a desire for more. Despite her early experiences, Sarah didn't rely on alcohol until later in life, aft...

In this powerful episode of the Recovery Podcast, host Nick Angeloff sits down with JR Booker, who shares his transformative journey from addiction to recovery. JR opens up about his struggles with gaining trust from others after a turbulent past, including time spent in prison for attempted murder. He recounts the harrowing experience of nearly losing his life due to a brutal beating while incarc...

In this insightful episode of The Recovery Podcast, presented by VOA Northern Rockies, host Nick Angeloff sits down with Dr. Alison Cook to delve into her latest book, I Shouldn’t Feel This Way. This compelling discussion tackles the struggle of reconciling feelings that don’t align with who you want to be. Dr. Cook’s book provides a roadmap for understanding and navigating conflicting emotions, h...

In this powerful episode of The Recovery Podcast, brought to you by VOA Northern Rockies, host Nick Angeloff sits down with Tina Davis, a life-long Christian whose faith was put to the ultimate test after the tragic loss of her son to suicide. Struggling with grief, Tina turned to alcohol as a way to cope, leading her down a dark path. Join us as Tina shares her journey of resilience and healing,...

Welcome back to The Recovery Podcast, brought to you by VOA Northern Rockies. We have an incredibly inspiring story to share with you. Stephanie Buckstead, a woman who faced the challenges of opioid and alcohol addiction head-on, joins us to tell her story of strength and resilience. Stephanie's journey to recovery was guided by the programs at VOA Northern Rockies, and she'll share the...

On this episode of Recovery Podcast, host Nick Angeloff sits down with Dr. Zachary Moon Ph. D. Dr. Moon serves as Professor of Theology and Psychology at Chicago Theological Seminary. He has published widely and is the author of four books, including Coming Home: Ministry That Matters with Veterans and Military Families, and Warriors between Worlds: Moral Injury and Identities in Crisis. On this e...

On this episode of Recovery Podcast, host Nick Angeloff completes his interview with author and President of Ambrose University and Seminary Gordon T. Smith.  A prolific writer, with books on courage, calling and many other great topics, Gordon stopped by while giving a presentation at VOA Northern Rockies on the topic of courage and all the things in the world that can fill us with fear. We also...

On this episode of Recovery Podcast, host Nick Angeloff welcomes author and President of Ambrose University and Seminary Gordon T. Smith.  A prolific writer, with books on courage, calling and many other great topics, Gordon stopped by while giving a presentation at VOA Northern Rockies on the topic of courage and all the things in the world that can fill us with fear. We also talk about calling,...

On our third and final offering for Mental Health Awareness Month, Rachel Stencel, office support staff at VOA in Buffalo, WY, joins the Recovery Podcast to share her journey with our listeners. Rachel’s story is powerful, and her recognition of how mental health affected her addiction is truly enlightening. Please listen with an open mind, and heart. The Recovery Podcast is brought to you by VOA...

It’s Mental Health Awareness Month and on this week's episode of the Recovery Podcast, brought to you by VOA Northern Rockies, host Nick Angeloff is joined by Aimee Foster, VOA's Chief Programs Officer. They discuss Aimee's motivation to work in psychology, the influence of COVID-19 on mental health care demand, and the essential role of faith in the recovery journey. Contact Us: Fo...

Kicking off Mental Health Awareness Month on the Recovery Podcast, brought to you by VOA Northern Rockies, host Nick Angeloff welcomes Anna Harberts, licensed addiction therapist serving patients at the Harmony House in Cheyenne, WY. Anna recounts her time working in therapeutic communities inside of a prison, providing treatment for inmates struggling from substance abuse and associated mental he...

In part 2 of this two-part series of the Recovery Podcast, brought to you by VOA Northern Rockies, host Nick Angeloff engages in a profound dialogue with Kevin Kloster about the intricate concept of moral injury. Delving into Kevin’s diverse background and his current role, they explore the depths of moral injury—a psychological scar stemming from betraying one’s ethical or moral standards. Kevin,...

In this enlightening two-part series of the Recovery Podcast, brought to you by VOA Northern Rockies, host Nick Angeloff engages in a profound dialogue with Kevin Kloster about the intricate concept of moral injury. Delving into Kevin’s diverse background and his current role, they explore the depths of moral injury—a psychological scar stemming from betraying one’s ethical or moral standards. Kev...

In this compelling episode of the Recovery Podcast, brought to you by VOA Northern Rockies, we delve into the life of Tanya Tsukas. From an early age, Tanya found herself engulfed in a world of addiction, which escalated into a personal struggle with meth and alcohol starting around the age of 19. Her journey through addiction led to profound losses, including several of her children, and ultimate...

In this powerful episode, we explore the transformative journey of Helen Witt, whose life was once overshadowed by alcohol, drugs, and the brink of losing her family. With Nick Angeloff, Helen shares how her struggles nearly cost her everything dear—her two children and her husband—until a pivotal time in jail led her to recovery and a profound relationship with God. Helen's story is one of r...