Recovery Vow

What do you do when the place meant to heal you ends up hurting you? In this powerful episode of Recovery Vow, Eric Kennedy talks with Pastor Joe Dobbins about the often-unspoken pain of church hurt. From judgment and betrayal to spiritual disconnection, they explore what real healing looks like—and how God can redeem even the deepest wounds. You’ll hear stories of walking away from church, findin...

What happens when you mix NASCAR energy with a recovery-centered mindset? You get Mamba Smith—the self-proclaimed Chief Hype Officer of the racing world. In this episode of Recovery Vow, host Eric Kennedy sits down with Mamba to unpack his wild ride from go-kart prodigy to NASCAR powerhouse. Mamba gets real about the hustle behind the scenes: climbing the ranks, finding his voice in a competitive...

What happens when infidelity, separation, and spiritual disconnection tear a marriage apart? Kevin and Bree Bailey were on the edge of divorce—he was living in another apartment, in another relationship, while Bree prayed for a miracle. What happened next is nothing short of divine intervention. In this episode, they share how faith, humility, and a powerful church encounter changed everything. Su...

Can a marriage survive infidelity, addiction, and betrayal? Kevin and Bree Bailey were one week from finalizing their divorce when a single conversation changed everything. Subscribe to Recovery Vow for more stories of grace, marriage restoration, and faith-based recovery. Follow us on IG: @recoveryvow

What if your worst mistake in sobriety turned out to be the start of your calling? In this episode, Eric Kennedy sits down with Kat—sober entrepreneur and founder of Laguna Shores Recovery—to unpack her unlikely path from early relapse pain to creating treatment centers and a thriving digital recovery community. Subscribe to Recovery Vow for more stories of grace, marriage restoration, and faith-b...

In this powerful episode, Kat shares her deeply personal journey from a seemingly normal childhood to a life spiraling through alcoholism, addiction, and brokenness, and how she found healing through faith, fellowship, and the 12-step program. Subscribe to Recovery Vow for more stories of grace, marriage restoration, and faith-based recovery. Follow us on IG: @recoveryvow

What happens when addiction, armed robbery, and relapse meet faith, redemption, and a viral TikTok mission? In this powerful episode of The Recovery Vow Podcast, host Eric Kennedy — author of Marriage After Addiction — sits down with Corey Warren to unpack one of the most jaw-dropping sobriety journeys yet. Eric and Corey keep it real — from gut-wrenching lows to laugh-out-loud moments, offering r...

How do you hold onto faith when life breaks you? Wes and Kelly Hennings faced unimaginable loss but chose to fight for healing. In this powerful episode, they share how faith, community, and an unexpected journey into adoption helped them rebuild their lives. Their story is one of grief, resilience, and second chances—a must-listen for anyone navigating addiction recovery or faith-based healing. T...

In this powerful episode of the Recovery Vow Podcast, host Eric Kennedy sits down with Wes and Kelly Hennings to discuss their journey through grief, trauma, and healing after the loss of their son, Graham. Their story is one of resilience, faith, and the strength of commitment in the face of unimaginable loss. Key Takeaways: Recovery extends beyond addiction—it applies to trauma, grief, and emoti...

In this episode of Recovery Vow, host Eric Kennedy sits down with guest Brent Evans to explore the challenges and triumphs of marriage, addiction recovery, and faith-based relationship support.   Whether you're facing struggles in your relationship, dealing with addiction, or seeking faith-based guidance, this episode is packed with wisdom and practical tools to help you navigate the journey....

In this compelling episode, we dive deep into the world of Kratom, addiction recovery, and the power of personal stories. Our guest, Jordan Richard, shares his powerful journey through addiction, the role Kratom played in his recovery, and the importance of education and open dialogue.   Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/OazO-nacCDg **🎬 Chapters:** **00:00 - Introduction to Kratom**...

This week, Eric sits down with  with Jordan and Jake, best friends in recovery together. Jordan tells us the story of how she quit cold-turkey to combat her alcoholism, leading to a viral TikTok video while crying on a cruise ship. 🔔 New episodes drop every Monday!  Don't forget to subscribe, watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/fYZanIqrvWU #AddictionRecovery #RecoveryVowPodcast #S...

This week, Eric sits down with Mike and Paige of Till the Wheels Fall Off Podcast. They tell their story of overcoming addiction together and coming out on the other side better. You  can listen to Till the Wheels Fall Off wherever you listen to podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/till-the-wheels-fall-off/id1645024674 New episodes drop every Monday!  Don't forget to subscribe and...

This week Eric is talking with Danny Shannon. Danny is a person in recovery from Australia. He tells us the story of his addiction and how it led to  the development of  his app: Encapsulator! You can check out Danny's app here: https://encapsulator.io/ New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the podcast and watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/IPHev6CTk7g Connect with us! Instagram:...

This week Eric is concluding the story of his addiction. From his time in rehab to finally entering recovery and the future beyond. New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the podcast and watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/nYXaxRIm_EA Connect with us! Instagram: @recoveryvow TikTok: @recoveryvowpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Recovery-Vow-Podcast email: recoveryvow@gma...

This week Eric is continuing the story of his addiction. After marriage, his life takes a turn in a destructive direction. New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the podcast and watch the video episode here: https://youtu.be/VjlrSCaaLfw Connect with us! Instagram: @recoveryvow TikTok: @recoveryvowpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Recovery-Vow-Podcast email: recoveryvow@gmail.com we...

This week Eric is in the new studio, and telling his story of addiction. We start where else but the beginning. Eric shares his childhood experiences and how he started down the path of addiction.    New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the podcast and watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/_AgboJv8g4E Connect with us! Instagram: @recoveryvow TikTok: @recoveryvowpodcast Facebook: https:/...

This week Eric is talking with couple Amy Lee and Ryan. Amy Lee is in recovery and Ryan is not. They tell the story of how they met and what makes their relationship work, including an incident with a drug neither of them even knew was a drug.   New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the podcast and watch the video version on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/GFTrP-MwKNQ Connect with us! Instagram: @...

Eric is sitting down with Abbie, a young person in recovery. Abbie shares her story with us, starting her addiction in a small town and overcoming a dependency on acid and experimentation with Ketamine.   New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the podcast and watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/IoT351YW-4Q Connect with us! Instagram: @recoveryvow TikTok: @recoveryvowpodcast Facebook: ht...

This week, Eric sits down with the Ivey family to dig into their separate journeys in recovery. From finding drugs in prison, entering into an ill-advised relationship. and ending up naked pumping gas. This story has it all, including a happy ending. New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the podcast and watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/-DOR1VgTg7E Connect with us! Instagram: @recove...

In a very merry episode this week, Eric sits down with Santa, also known as Chuck. Santa shares his journey of recovery from alcoholism. From his start in the army, going cold turkey to fight his alcoholism, all the way to the North Pole. New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the Podcast! Connect with us! Instagram: @recoveryvow TikTok: @recoveryvowpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peopl...

Eric sat down with Ryan Pond. Ryan's recovery story ranges across the country as his addiction started in Georgia, but followed him seemingly everywhere he went - all the way to California. Ryan talks about how, through moments of clarity, he could see and follow the signs which ultimately led him back to a place of peace and service to others. New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the chann...

This week Eric is sitting down with Terry and Misty Childers. Misty tells us her international journey with addiction and recovery. Terry shares his story and the tragic loss of his son to addiction. New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the podcast! Watch the video version on our Youtube here: https://youtu.be/SFn6b6wNUos Connect with us! Instagram: @recoveryvow TikTok: @recoveryvowpodcast Faceb...

This week Eric is talking with three young adults, Kaiden, Ashton, and Tessa about the struggles of going through recovery at a young age, and resisting the temptations to go down a path of addiction. New Episodes Each Monday! Subscribe to the podcast! Watch the video version on Youtube here: https://youtu.be/lgblErIhWtw Connect with us! Instagram: @recoveryvow TikTok: @recoveryvowpodcast Facebook...

Eric sits down with husband and wife Tony and Blake to discuss meeting each other on an online dating site, learning that each other were in recovery, and working together to overcome addiction. New Episodes Each Monday!