Benyi Johnson

Stairway to Redemption

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Hi I'm Benyi Johnson and I struggled with addiction for 7 years. However, in the summer of 2022 I decided to change my life and went into rehab. I started this podcast 90 days clean, and I want to take others along in my journey. Many challenges lie ahead of me and to be frank, I'm not sure if I will ever drink again. This is how Stairway to Redemption was born. It is my search for answers to what is going to work for me thus my aspiration to help those who are also battling active addiction figure out what will work for them.

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Benyi Johnson

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Latest episode

Oct 10, 2025

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Episodes

Episode 66: From Addiction to Fitness Coach 10.10.2025

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. In this episode, we welcome Stiz, a personal fitness coach who has overcome addiction and now inspires others to get back on track physically and emotionally. From her struggles with alcohol, drugs, and legal problems to discovering her passion for fitness and health, Stiz shares her raw and heartfelt journey. She discusses the i...

Episode 65: Three Years Sober, The Quiet Battle Against Complacency 28.09.2025

Hello Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption! In this powerful episode, recurring guest Rich returns to celebrate his three-year sobriety anniversary. Through an engaging conversation, Rich shares his emotional journey towards maintaining his sobriety, the importance of spiritual and emotional grounding, and his commitment to service within the recovery community. Hear...

Episode 64: Finding Peace 25.07.2025

Hello, hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. In this heartfelt episode, I welcome Mac, a recovering alcoholic and addict who recently celebrated one year of sobriety. Mac shares his gripping story of addiction, relapse, and the tragic loss of his girlfriend to an overdose. He discusses the importance of building a strong foundation for recovery, finding spirituality...

Episode 63: Embracing a Higher Power 14.06.2025

Hello hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption, This week I welcome Jessica Morris, a spiritual coach and author in recovery. Jessica shares her inspiring journey to sobriety through the power of religion and spirituality. They delve deep into her unique story of overcoming trauma, finding her calling in writing, and reconnecting with her faith. Jessica also offers insig...

Episode 62: Sobriety and the NA Beverage Industry 02.05.2025

Hello Hello and welcome back to Stairway to Redemption. In this episode I welcome back Alex, a returning guest from New York City's non-alcoholic bottle shop, Spirited Away. We delve into Alex's sobriety journey, her experiences navigating the non-alcoholic beverage industry, and the cultural shifts toward sobriety. Alex shares her insights on the benefits of being 'Cali sober,&apos...

Episode 61: From Crisis to Clarity 18.04.2025

Hello hello and welcome back to Stairway to Redemption. In this episode, I welcome a special guest, Rachel, who shares her compelling journey of overcoming alcoholism and mental health challenges. Rachel, who has been sober for three years, talks about her initial struggles with alcoholism, her recovery process, and the crucial role of therapy and community support. She also discusses the challeng...

Episode 60: Full Disclosure 04.04.2025

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week I have a recurrent guest on the podcast. My dear friend Rich is back to give his take on this week topic.  How much should a person in recovery should disclose about their sobriety? As usual please follow us on social media and support us on Patreon. Support the show Follow Us on Social Media: Linktree (https://linktr.e...

Episode 59: Redemption 07.02.2025

Hello and welcome back to Stairway to Redemption! First episode of 2025. After a long hiatus we're back this week with Brian. Brian and I run a weekly Big Book meeting on Long Island. His interpretation skills of the Big Book of AA makes the perfect candidate to talk about this week topic: Redemption. After over 50 episodes, now is the first time the subject of redemption is the focus of a po...

Episode 58: More About Boundaries 11.10.2024

Hello! and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week we stay on the topic on boundaries with returning guest Barb Nangle in our first ever two parts episode. In this episode we delve deeper in the ramifications that come with establishing boundaries. As per usual, please follow us on social media and support us on Patreon. Where to find Barb: IG: https://www.instagram.co...

Episode 57: Boundaries 27.09.2024

Hello!.. ...and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. I can't believe it took me over 50 episodes to have one dedicated to boundaries. Thanks to this week's guest, Barb Nangle, a bondary coach, we are finally addressing this very important subject. As usual please follow us on social media and support us on Patreon. Where to find Barb Website: https://higherpowercc.c...

Episode 56: Service 23.08.2024

Hello! Welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week my guest is someone I have a lot of admiration for in the recovery community I am part of. He is the embodiment of service and what it is like to put others first. Ladies and gentleman I give you Rosario. Enjoy! Support the show Follow Us on Social Media: Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption) Support Us: Patreo...

Episode 55: Year 2 09.08.2024

Welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week we have our first recurrent guest, Rich (that is if you don't count the special episodes ha). Rich recently celebrated his second anniversary and he is sharing with us what was his experience like throughout the year. Enjoy! Support the show Follow Us on Social Media: Linktree (https://linktr.ee/stairwaytoredemption) Support...

Episode 54: Take Care of Your Body 26.07.2024

Hello and welcome to another episode of Stairway to Redemption! This week my guest is Elijah Hines, a personal and fitness coach from Raleigh NC. In this episode we are discussing the benefits of fitness for personal development beyond physical health. Also on the menu, dieting. Is it truly necessary? Finally we mention the touchy subject of masculinity and what it means to be a man. Enjoy! Elijah...

Episode 53: Identity Crisis 12.07.2024

Hello and welcome to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. After a long hiatus we are back guys. This we have Haley, a Long Island life coach in training who is going to share with us her story and tips on how to break addiction. Enjoy! How to eat move and be healthy 2nd edition Paul chek https://chekinstitute.com/htembh-2nd-ed/ Haley's IG https://www.instagram.com/thehealthycreative_?ig...

Episode 52: Hypnotherapy 24.05.2024

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week we are going to talk about hypnotherapy. Yes! Hypnotherapy has been a very popular method to address trauma, especially childhood trauma and help with addiction recovery. RTT hypnotherapist and emotional healer Karoline Fischer, kindly accepted to be my guest to educate us on the topic. As usual follow us on social medi...

Episode 51: Spiritual Awakening 19.04.2024

Hello and welcome back to another episode of StR! This week I have a incredible gift for you guys! An 1h20min long episode with Luis, my sponsor's sponsor who holds a weekly Big Book study at a local meeting. On the agenda, what is a spiritual awakening and what it means to be spirituality fit. Please enjoy! As usual follow us on social media and support us on Patreon  Support the show Follow...

Special Episode: 1 Year Sober Anniversary 24.03.2024

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week, we are releasing the audio of the our first live episode recorded March 10th. I'm joined by the usual suspects Katie and Rich. On topic, my first year sober anniversary: the challenges I faced and my observations for the future. As usual follow  us on social media and support us on Patreon! Support the show Follow...

Episode 50: Pre-Existing Condition 04.03.2024

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. Episode 50! Wow we made 50 of these. Well in this episode I welcome my good friend and workout partner Amanda. In addition of being a kick-ass gym goer, Amanda suffers from type-1 diabetes. She's going to share with us what it is like to navigate life, especially her relationship with alcohol given her condition. As always f...

Episode 49: Queer and Sober 16.02.2024

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. My guest this week is Mercedes. Mercedes identifies herself as queer, in addition of sharing her story, she tells us what it is like for her to navigate the sober space. She also discloses the setbacks she had in her recovery. As usual, please follow us on social media and support us on Patreon Support the show Follow Us on Socia...

Episode 48: Find Your Sanctuary 12.01.2024

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption, This week, in the very first episode of the year 2024, I have a very special guest. My trainer and kickboxing coach Filipe. I mentioned him in previous episodes and on my Instagram page on how instrumental to my recovery he has been. Well, I figure it was time to have him on the podcast. With a dear friend of the podcast, Rich, t...

Special Episode: Round Table 4 (End of 2023) 29.12.2023

Hello and welcome to another episode of Stairway to Redemption! This is it folks! The last week of 2023. What better way to end the year with a round table episode. I'm joined by the usual suspects Katie and Rich. We're talking about our not only accomplishments the past year, but our challenges as well as our expectations for 2024. I would like to thank you guys again for the support an...

Episode 47: College 22.12.2023

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption! This week my guest is an old college friend of mine, Brian. Brian reached out to me few months back when he listened to the podcast for the first time and told me that he is in recovery as well. In this episode, in addition of sharing his story, Brian and I discuss how the college drinking culture we were part of might have led u...

Episode 46: Dual Diagnosed 15.12.2023

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption! This week my guest is author and entrepreneur Tyler, who is going to talk to us about dual diagnosis. The term is used to refer to those who, in addition of suffering from an addiction, were also diagnosed with a mental illness. In this episode Tyler is going to take us through his recovery journey and the challenges he had to fa...

Episode 45: Solo Episode VIII 03.12.2023

Hello and welcome back to another episode of Stairway to Redemption. This week I'm riding solo. Another solo episode was long due. On the menu, my state of the mind address, the 1-year anniversary of the podcast, what I have plan for year 2 and the books I've been reading to strengthen my sobriety Dry Humping by Tawny Lara https://a.co/d/aZWkulJ How to Listen with Intention by Patrick Ki...

Episode 44: Do It for Yourself 17.11.2023

Hello and welcome to another episode of Stairway to Redemption! This week I have a dear friend of mine on the mic. My roommate from in-patient: Edwin. Edwin celebrated his 1-year anniversary over the summer. In this episode, he shares with his story, his journey in recovery and his way to keep his mind spiritually fit. Enjoy! Support the show Follow Us on Social Media: Linktree (https://linktr.ee/...

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