Risen from the Ashes - The Redemption Podcast

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're joined by two special guests—the owners of Unity Pharmacy. Their presence and mission have truly transformed the way I view pharmacies and pharmacists. I deeply admire their passion, commitment to going above and beyond for each customer, and especially their dedication to supporting individuals with substance use issues, a group that is often overlooke...

Send us Fan Mail  Tammy is an extraordinary woman whose dedication to supporting those in recovery is truly inspiring. As the driving force behind the groundbreaking 'Getting Clean Slay' bill passed in Connecticut, she’s making waves in the recovery community. Tammy embodies fire, strength, and an unwavering belief in turning the impossible into possible. Don't miss her powerful sto...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode, we follow Ira’s inspiring story of transformation. Once a lost child with a beautiful soul, Ira’s life was marked by hardship and pain, including being shot while kneeling and spending time in jail. Now in a wheelchair, he faced immense struggles, but through it all, he found hope. After being released, Ira found his way to Redemption House, where his jou...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode, we dive into the life of Chris, a man whose heartache and resilience have shaped him in profound ways. After enduring the unimaginable loss of three children—two in a tragic car accident and one who passed away in his arms—Chris was left grappling with deep pain and feelings of failure as a father and protector. Struggling with his grief, he turned to dru...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we are joined by a very special guest, Tony, who was instrumental in launching this podcast from the very beginning. Tony is also the founder of Brain Cody's Brothers & Sisters Foundation, a network of grieving families profoundly impacted by the opioid epidemic. The foundation is dedicated to supporting the fight against substance use disorder (SUD) and...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartwarming episode, we welcome Troy, a special guest who holds a deep place in our host Rick's journey to sobriety. Troy was the very first person to offer Rick a warm welcome when he entered the sober house, showing him acceptance, warmth, and love that Rick still carries with him to this day. Rick shares how this early act of kindness was a turning point in his ow...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast Description: "Risen From Ashes" Join Wendy, a mother who has been sober for 34 years, as she shares her powerful journey of recovery, both for herself and her family. In this inspiring podcast, Wendy opens up about her own fortunate first-time recovery and how she's used her experience to guide and support her children through their own recovery journeys. Th...

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, we’re joined by Jake, who shares his unique journey to recovery. Through his story, we learn that recovery isn’t always a straight path—sometimes it’s not about being either 100% sober or back to square one. For Jake, part of the challenge was that traditional meetings didn’t always resonate with him. But he found his own way forward—working hard, earning money...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode, we hear from Wayne, a long-time friend of our host Rick, who shares his incredible journey of recovery and transformation. With 16 years of sobriety under his belt, Wayne thought he could have just one drink—but that choice quickly spiraled into a devastating loss of everything he held dear: his marriage, his family, his home, and nearly his life. But Way...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we talk with Joe, our dear friend from NJ, celebrating 11 years of sobriety. He shares the profound influence of his father, whose memory brings him joy even amidst loss. After the devastating passing of this pivotal figure, Joe struggled with alcohol but emerged stronger. Grateful for the sobriety that allowed him to support his dad in his final days, Joe now thrives i...

Send us Fan Mail We are excited to announce this is the 1st episode of Season 3!  In this powerful episode, we dive into Allan's incredible journey of resilience and healing. After enduring a traumatic childhood marked by three kidnappings and other struggles, Allan fought his way through addiction to emerge stronger than ever. He reflects on the darkness he faced and how it shaped him, shari...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Mike, a seasoned expert in the recovery industry. After transitioning from the wellness training field, Mike has dedicated his life to helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of recovery. His journey has been profoundly shaped by personal loss, having lost his brother to addiction a few years ago. This experience has f...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Brian and Angie, two dedicated individuals who are transforming lives in the addiction recovery space. We've been sharing clips of their story on social media, and it’s a true blessing to witness their unwavering commitment to helping others. Brian and Angie understand the struggles of addiction firsthand, and...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Mark D, a 65-year-old addiction recovery advocate who’s redefining what it means to stay active and engaged in life. Mark shares his personal journey through recovery, the valuable resources he’s discovered along the way, and the myriad of activities he’s embraced to maintain his well-being. Join us as he discusses his experiences trying...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode, our podcast host, Rick, steps into the interview chair for the first time. After years of guiding others through their stories, he opens up about his own profound journey. Rick candidly shares his struggles with mental health, including a heartbreaking attempt on his life and the transformative moment he found hope through faith. Emphasizing that “my mess...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into the compelling story of Mark D who has consistently reached the six-month mark in his personal journey but has struggled to maintain stability beyond it. After numerous setbacks, he’s returning & thriving on a new role: Redemption House Manager. This time, he’s not just fighting his own battles; he feels a profound sense of responsibility as the m...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into Billy's transformative journey from a troubled childhood to finding purpose and healing. After 24 years of seeking acceptance and love on the streets, Billy reached a breaking point and turned to prayer for help. Miraculously, he found the strength to overcome his struggles and is now living a sober, fulfilling life as a house manager in a sober...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode, we share Jon’s remarkable journey from rock bottom to redemption. Once losing everything, Jon found hope and a fresh start at our Redemption House. Through dedication and resilience, he rebuilt his life, transitioned from a homeless person with nothing under his name to a house manager, and now leads the May St. house with compassion and strength. Jon re...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and raw episode, we delve into the life of an Irish man who faced unimaginable trauma from a young age, leading him into a world of addiction and violence. From being molested as a child to enduring brutal experiences in prison, his journey to sobriety and spiritual recovery is nothing short of remarkable. Through candid conversations, he shares the pain, guilt, a...

Send us Fan Mail In this compelling episode of Josh S's story, we dive deep into the transformative journey of our guest, whose defining moment in recovery reshaped his entire life. Join us as we explore the powerful story of resilience and redemption through a candid conversation with a remarkable individual who has turned their personal struggle into a beacon of hope for others. From battli...

Send us Fan Mail  James is a welcomed returning guest to our podcast studio. This time, he's back with his second book, Mental Ambition: Relationship , and his beautiful fiancée. They share their journey, beginning with a challenging start to their relationship. Tierra reached a breaking point when she told James she could no longer tolerate his recurring struggles with addiction. In response...

Send us Fan Mail Blanche is one of the most important person that has influenced Rick's (the podcast host) life. She is professor, a novel writer, and a life changer that has helped many people. She is also in recovery herself. Listen to her sharing how she did her own recovery and how she met and helped Rick to change his life.  Looking for more information about our network of Recovery Home...

Send us Fan Mail Today's guest is Rodger, who endured significant pain from his parents' divorce at a very young age. He harbored deep resentment and blame towards them, especially as they remarried and moved on, leaving him and his sister to fend for themselves. This pain and resentment became his justification for substance abuse. However, one morning, he woke up with a decisive realiz...

Send us Fan Mail Charlie is the best guy from CONECT. Conect organizes a broad, diverse, and powerful mix of faith and community institutions to build relationships, develop leadership, dismantle oppression, take action and win concrete change on a broad range of social, racial, and economic justice issues that affect our families, our member congregations and institutions, and our communities. In...

Send us Fan Mail Paulie's journey seems like a rollercoaster of seeking excitement, hitting lows, and finally finding stability and peace. Surrendering to a higher power and a recovery program likely brought him the support and structure he needed to turn his life around. Now, as a school teacher and running an ice cream truck business with his beautiful wife and dog, it sounds like he's...