The Hopeaholics

Taylor Ballinger: How Tearing My ACL Led to Substance Abuse | The Hopeaholics Podcast Taylor Ballinger opens up about her journey through a turbulent childhood, struggles with addiction, and the path to self-discovery that led her to faith and healing. Growing up with absent parents, Taylor found herself immersed in substance abuse, unhealthy relationships, and a toxic cycle of numbing pain. After...

Bryan Calcott: Finding Peace Before Death | The Hopeaholics Podcast  In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, the guest shares his turbulent journey through addiction, incarceration, and the lifelong battle for self-acceptance. Reflecting on his time in prison—serving sentences for drug-related charges—he reveals how his obsession with money and external validation...

David Meltzer: How Gratitude Can Change Your Life | The Hopeaholics Podcast   In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, David Meltzer shares his incredible journey from making hundreds of millions of dollars, losing it all, and rebuilding his life through faith, gratitude, and purpose. As the Chairman of the Napoleon Hill Foundation, David discusses how timeless principles from Think an...

Heather Beaton: Tired of Being Nothing | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this emotional episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Heather Beaton shares her powerful journey from homelessness and addiction to finding freedom through recovery. She opens up about the trauma that fueled her substance abuse, her struggles with violent relationships, and the repeated suicide attempts that marked her darkest moment...

Donal & Tiernan Cranny: "THERE'S NO ROOM FOR EMPATHY" | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this compelling episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, father-son duo Donal and Tiernan Cranny share their powerful journey through addiction and recovery. Donal reflects on his childhood in Northern Ireland during "The Troubles," his battle with alcoholism while working on Wall Street, and...

Jessy Lauren: "I KEPT DOING SOMETHING I HATED" | The Hopeaholics Podcast Today, we have an incredibly raw and inspiring episode featuring Jessy Lauren, a woman whose journey through addiction, loss, and redemption will leave you speechless. Jessy opens up about her past with absolute honesty—sharing the darkest moments that nearly cost her everything, from a high-speed police chase and m...

Sahil Bloom: The 5 Types of Wealth to CHANGE YOUR LIFE  | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this inspiring episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Sahil Bloom to explore what it truly means to live a meaningful and balanced life. Sahil opens up about his journey from chasing traditional success to realizing that true wealth goes far beyond money. After years of prioritizing work and material...

Frank Parisi: A Second Chance at Life | The Hopeaholics Podcast Frank Parisi has faced death, addiction, and unimaginable challenges—but he’s still here, and his story is nothing short of a miracle. In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Frank shares his journey from a rough childhood surrounded by violence and addiction to a life-saving heart transplant that changed everything. He o...

Daniel Garcia: "Alcohol Made Me Stop Thinking" | The Hopeaholics Podcast  Daniel’s story is one of pain, resilience, and ultimate redemption. Growing up in a dangerous environment, he faced unimaginable trauma from a young age. Left to navigate life on his own, he turned to alcohol and drugs to escape the memories that haunted him. His anger consumed him, leading him down a destructive p...

Amy Howe: The Reality of Homelessness | The Hopeaholics Podcast Amy Howe knows what it’s like to feel invisible. She spent years homeless, digging through dumpsters just to survive, while the world around her pretended she didn’t exist. In this raw and emotional episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Amy takes us through the darkest moments of her life—being trapped in an abusive marriage, battling a...

Branden Terrell: Living Out True Remorse | The Hopeaholics Podcast  In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Brandon, who shares his raw and unfiltered story of addiction, regret, and redemption. Branden opens up about the tragic night that changed his life forever—a night fueled by drugs and alcohol that resulted in the loss of his friend, Ryan. He speaks candidly abo...

Shawn Livingston: 100 Miles to Redemption | The Hopeaholics Podcast Shawn Livingston’s journey is one of resilience, redemption, and the relentless pursuit of purpose. In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Shawn opens up about his struggles with addiction, mental health, and the lasting impact of his military service. Shawn served six years in the Air Force and four years in the Arm...

Jason Schuster: The Vulnerability of Comedy | The Hopeaholics Podcast Jason Schuster brings laughter, life lessons, and a raw look into the world of comedy in this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast. From navigating family struggles to finding his purpose on stage, Jason shares how stand-up comedy became his outlet for personal growth and self-expression. Jason opens up about his early life, growi...

Shana Epps: CONTROLLED CHAOS | The Hopeaholics Podcast Shana Epps opens up about her powerful journey through addiction, loss, and redemption in this eye-opening episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast. Growing up in a small town in Michigan, Shana always felt different, battling anxiety and insecurity from a young age. Prescribed Adderall at just 11 years old, she quickly developed a dependency, leadi...

Tony Hoffman: Leaving Prison with Purpose | The Hopeaholics Podcast Tony Hoffman’s story is a powerful testament to resilience, redemption, and the transformative power of recovery. In this inspiring episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Tony takes us through his incredible journey from addiction and incarceration to professional BMX racing, coaching, and creating a purpose-driven life. Tony opens u...

Skinny Vinny: "I LIVED IN A PORTA POTTY" | The Hopeaholics Podcast Skinny Vinny’s story is one of resilience, redemption, and finding purpose against all odds. In this compelling episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Vinny takes us through his journey from a turbulent childhood in Connecticut, surrounded by addiction, to becoming homeless and battling substance abuse. Vinny shares his expe...

Colt Munchoff: "PARALYSIS WAS THE BEST THING TO HAPPEN" | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Colt Munchoff, whose life took a drastic turn after a devastating car accident left him paralyzed on his left side at just 23 years old. A former regional All-Star volleyball player and MVP ice hockey athlete, Colt shares how the tragedy...

Mike Gliem: Waking Up With an Obsession | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this inspiring episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Mike Gliem, a man whose incredible journey from homelessness and addiction to recovery and purpose is a testament to the power of resilience and faith. Mike shares his story of battling undiagnosed mental health issues from a young age, which led to substance abu...

Jennifer Eckhart: Reinventing After Leaving THE NETWORK | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we welcome Jennifer Eckhart, a former journalist and sexual assault survivor, who bravely shares her story of resilience, advocacy, and healing. Jennifer opens up about her early aspirations in journalism, her climb up the corporate ladder, and the challenges she f...

Anthony Autry: Getting on LAPD's MOST WANTED List | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this raw and gripping episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Anthony Autry, a man whose journey from privilege to rock bottom serves as a powerful testament to resilience and redemption. Growing up in the upper-class Pacific Palisades of Los Angeles, Anthony seemed to have it all—family trips, private...

Damon Miranda: Healing Through Heritage | The Hopeaholics Podcast  In this heartfelt episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Damon Miranda, a certified peer support specialist, recovery advocate, and a proud member of the Native American community. Damon shares his incredible journey of overcoming addiction, trauma, and intergenerational struggles to rebuild his life with purpose and...

Ian Bick: "I OWED THEM $1.2 MILLION" | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Ian Bick, a former nightclub promoter, entrepreneur, and now the host of the hit podcast Locked In with Ian Bick. Once celebrated as a teenage prodigy in the entertainment industry, Ian built a reputation for organizing high-profile events and booking major...

Yvette Salva: Eat, Throw up, and Drink | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this transformative episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we welcome Yvette Salva, a recovering addict, fitness enthusiast, and life coach. Yvette opens up about her battle with anorexia, bulimia, and addiction to alcohol and cocaine, which took her to rock bottom. She shares how multiple rehab stays, hitting her lowest point, and a...

Tom Fay: "I'M GLAD I DESTROYED MY LIFE" | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this inspiring episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Tom Fay, a recovery advocate and entrepreneur who has dedicated his life to helping others achieve sobriety. With 14 years of sobriety under his belt, Tom shares his powerful journey from battling addiction to running successful sober living homes...

Bam Margera & Dannii Marie: The Neverending Betrayals | The Hopeaholics Podcast #197 The Hopeaholics podcast presents a raw, unfiltered, and absolutely unforgettable episode featuring the legendary Bam Margera and his wife, Dannii Marie, known for his wild antics on *Jackass* and his larger-than-life personality, Bam opens up like never before, sharing his powerful journey of sobriety and reco...