Push Each Other to the Top

In this emotional episode of Push Each Other to the Top, Brent opens up about the anger that consumed him — not just as an emotion, but as a response to feeling lost in life. Through a conversation about his past and the guidance of his sponsor Horace, he uncovers the deeper reasons behind his rage and begins the journey toward understanding, healing, and change. This is a story about facing what’...

In this heartwarming episode of Push Each Other to the Top , Brent and Jonathan open up about the wild and emotional journey that led to their reunion as father and son. What started with a DNA test quickly unraveled decades of hidden truths, unexpected siblings, and a complete reshaping of family identity. Through laughter, near relapse, and raw vulnerability, they explore what it means to belong...

In this heartfelt episode of Push Each Other to the Top , Brent reflects on the power of surrender in his recovery journey. Using a river as a metaphor, he describes how letting go of control brought unexpected peace. From the chaos of addiction to the calm that followed acceptance, this episode invites listeners to consider what happens when we stop fighting the current—and start trusting the flo...

In this heartfelt episode, Brent shares the powerful journey of becoming a sponsor and forming genuine friendships through recovery. He vividly recounts his experience sponsoring Stefan—a younger man whose life story mirrored his own, from early struggles to shared paths of healing. Through this profound connection, Brent reveals how guiding someone else through the steps can deeply enrich one&apo...

In this inspiring episode of Push Each Other to the Top , Brent reflects on the power of the 12 steps and how recovery has given him more than just sobriety—it’s given him purpose. From battling insurance bureaucracy to sharing stories of rebuilding integrity, Brent opens up about the challenges and triumphs of learning how to ask for help, walk through fear, and give back. His message is clear: r...

In this gripping episode of Push Each Other to the Top, Brent confronts the darkest chapter of his recovery—resentment. From standing face to face with the man who harmed his daughter to praying nightly for someone he could barely stand to forgive, Brent shares how Step 4 forced him to reckon with rage, vengeance, and ultimately… surrender. Through raw honesty and spiritual desperation, he walks u...

In this powerful episode of Push Each Other to the Top, Brent shares his profound journey through recovery, focusing on the turning point of Step 3—learning to surrender his will and life to the care of a higher power. He recounts the impact of his tough-love sponsor, Horace, and the daily commitment of attending 90 meetings in 90 days. Brent opens up about confronting deep-seated resentments, the...

Ep 2 – “The Moment I Took Responsibility” In this second episode of Push Each Other to the Top, Brent shares the turning point that changed everything: when he realized he was the problem — and that was the beginning of hope. Step 2 isn’t about instant belief in God; it’s about becoming willing to believe that change is possible. Brent and Jonathan unpack what “insanity” means in addiction, how be...

Ep 1 – "I Was Spiritually Bankrupt" This debut episode of 'Push Each Other to the Top' features Jonathan and his biological father Brent sharing a raw and powerful account of Brent's life. From early struggles with addiction, overcoming a traumatic past, and facing personal demons, Brent narrates his path through alcoholism and drug abuse to his pivotal moment of clarity....