The Other Side of Addiction

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Amber Kay, a Certified Peer Support Specialist, community leader, and advocate in long-term recovery. Amber is deeply committed to building connections, creating safe spaces for healing, and supporting individuals and families impacted by addiction, trauma, and mental health. Through her work, she empowers others to discover their inner strength, embrace h...

Jonathan's story is one of radical transformation. For years, he lived with anger, hate, and a sense of invincibility—running with a white supremacist gang, cycling in and out of prison, and causing pain to those around him. But beneath it all, the real enemy wasn’t the world—it was himself. In this raw and powerful episode, Jonathan opens up about his journey from a life of destruction to lon...

On The Other Side of Addiction, we dive into the transformative power of unconditional love—starting with yourself. In this episode, we explore how loving over judgment, embodying peace, and breaking free from old patterns can help us rediscover our own power to live a more joyful, fulfilling life. Life isn’t happening to us—it’s happening for us. And when we learn to understand ourselves deeply,...

In this episode, we dive into the journey of change—how we leave behind who we used to be and come face-to-face with the life we lost chasing the next high, the next drink, the next escape. Bryon, only three years into his recovery, shares the weight of his past—the bridges burned, the loved ones pushed away, and the years stolen by addiction. Yet, amidst the regret, there’s a profound truth: This...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Nicholas—a man who’s lived through the depths of addiction and found his way back to purpose, redemption, and service. Raised in a loving, values-driven home, Nicholas still found himself caught in the web of drugs, alcohol, and crime. Despite moments of recovery and hope, he spiraled repeatedly, facing multiple arrests and the looming reality of prison. B...

In this raw and powerful episode, we sit down with Daigon Anderson—a man whose journey through addiction, loss, and redemption will leave you inspired. Daigon shares the heartbreak of losing his mom and the shocking moment he woke up in the hospital after an overdose… That moment became a turning point.

My two guests Kiralei and Joe discuss Optimal Efficiency. To me, “Optimal Efficiency” isn’t just about getting things done faster or checking off more boxes. It’s about doing the right things, in the right way, with the right energy and intention. It’s alignment—where your actions match your values, your time serves your purpose, and your energy flows toward what truly matters. When we operate at...

This Episode is Sponsored by Emergo Academy... emergoacademy.com “On today’s episode, To Leave A Legacy, The Ballroom Dancer, I sit down with Mallory Patton—a woman whose life has been anything but ordinary. From the age of five, Mallory was destined for the spotlight. Trained by her parents, both professional dancers from Brigham Young University, she went on to place 1st in the United States Nat...

My Amazing Friend Joe Valentine and I discuss Learned Behaviors. This is something we're both continuing to work on. So many of us are walking through life carrying the weight of things we didn’t ask for—trauma, broken relationships, addiction, shame, guilt. Somewhere along the line, we picked up behaviors and beliefs that were rooted in survival. They helped us get through the chaos, the pain...

Giving back isn’t just a step in recovery—it’s a step toward becoming who we’re meant to be. Whether you’re walking through recovery yourself or simply someone who cares, your time and presence can change lives. 🧠 It’s not about having the perfect words. Sometimes it’s just showing up. Listening. Helping someone feel seen. ❤️ You don’t need to be in recovery to give your time. You just need to ca...

Whether you're missing a limb, battling an addiction, or carrying invisible scars, one thing is certain—it takes resilience to walk through the darkness in search of the light. In this episode, I sit down with a fellow amputee who, like me, knows what it means to face life-altering challenges head-on. But this conversation goes beyond physical loss—it's about the mindset it takes to keep g...

What happens when life takes more than it gives? When you lose a limb, your partner, your sense of identity—and you're still here? Not just surviving, but leading, loving, and lifting others? This episode flips the mic. Host Dave Kenney interviews Al Richards, diving into the raw, unfiltered journey behind the man who lives what others only teach: resilience.  This episode was sponsored by em...

Three years ago, Tory Trout was homeless, strung out on meth, and staring down a long prison sentence. With most of his life spent behind bars, he stood at a crossroads — give in and go back, or fight for the freedom and future he’d always dreamed of. Tory chose to fight.

Michelle has walked through pain and uncertainty and emerged as a survivor, a leader, and a light for others navigating their own darkness.

This episode of AR-The Other Side of Addiction is Sponsored by Emergo Academy. emergoacademy.com… In today’s episode, I sit down with an inspiring guest and the founder of CaliSober Recovery, a groundbreaking program that's reshaping the way we think about healing and recovery. Far from the traditional models, CaliSober embraces a holistic wellness approach rooted in spiritual growth, plant me...

This episode of AR-The Other Side of Addiction is Sponsored by Emergo Academy. emergoacademy.com… Addiction Hypnosis – Breaking Free from the Story in Your Head When we think of addiction, we often picture substances, behavior, and consequences. But what if addiction goes deeper than that—into the stories we tell ourselves, and the thoughts we repeat until they become beliefs? In this episode of T...

This Episode was Sponsored by Emergo Adcademy, emergoacademy.com  In this deeply honest and emotionally raw episode, we open the floor to a conversation that hits close to home for many—the pain of losing someone we love to addiction. Together with my guest, we reflect on the emotional toll, the guilt that creeps in, and the lingering questions that haunt us: Could I have done more? Why couldn’t...

This episode of AR-The Other Side of Addiction is Sponsored by Emergo Academy. emergoacademy.com… LADIES, YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS ONE! What does it really mean to activate your life? On this episode of The Other Side of Addiction, we’re joined by Shaun Johnson—a 41-year-old Arizona native, athlete, and soul-led wellness advocate—who helps others align with their highest truth through healt...

This episode is sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY... emergoacademy.com From the brutal depths of addiction and homelessness to a life rooted in healing, education, and purpose — Missee Sue's journey is a living reminder that no rock bottom is too deep for recovery to reach. After surviving drug-induced psychosis, incarceration, and profound physical and spiritual pain, Missee began her climb back wi...

This episode is sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY... emergoacademy.com In this powerful episode, my guest Adam Baxter shares the raw truth behind his recovery journey that began on February 25, 2016, after being arrested in 2015 on five felony distribution charges related to methamphetamine. Adam opens up about his time in Tooele County Jail, the five-year prison sentence he faced, and the second chance...

This episode is sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY... emergoacademy.com "Growing up in a home clouded by addiction, Stephanie watched chaos become her normal. From late-night drives to escape violence, to turning in her own parents to protect her brothers—she's walked through the fire more than once. She became a mother at sixteen, fought her way out of abuse, lost both her parents, and nearly lo...

This episode is sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY... emergoacademy.com When someone takes control over you—your body, your voice, your safety—it can feel like you're constantly chasing the illusion of getting your life back. You're trying to reclaim something that was stolen, to patch up the pieces of your identity. But what if the truth is... the only way to truly reclaim your life is to surren...

This episode of AR-The Other Side of Addiction is Sponsored by Emergo Academy. emergoacademy.com… In today’s soul-stirring episode of The Other Side of Addiction, we welcome a remarkable woman whose story of grit, growth, and God is nothing short of inspiring. A single mom of five beautiful children, she shares how hitting rock bottom behind bars became the launching point for a brand new life—one...

This Episode was Sponsored by Emergo Adcademy, emergoacademy.com My two guests Kiralei and Joe discuss Optimal Efficiency. To me, “Optimal Efficiency” isn’t just about getting things done faster or checking off more boxes. It’s about doing the right things, in the right way, with the right energy and intention. It’s alignment—where your actions match your values, your time serves your purpose, and...

This episode is sponsored by EMERGO ACADEMY... emergoacademy.com My Amazing Friend Joe Valentine and I discuss Learned Behaviors. This is something we're both continuing to work on. So many of us are walking through life carrying the weight of things we didn’t ask for—trauma, broken relationships, addiction, shame, guilt. Somewhere along the line, we picked up behaviors and beliefs that were r...