Jesi Stracham: The Continuous Process of Rebuilding | The Hopeaholics Podcast Jesi Stracham’s journey is one of resilience, transformation, and unwavering faith. After a life-changing motorcycle accident left her paralyzed, she faced unimaginable challenges, from battling addiction to redefining her sense of purpose. In this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Jesi opens up about her reckless past, the moment she flatlined twice and had a vision of her late grandmother, and how she chose to figh...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 37 min
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 suffering an ACL injury and facing the realities of her drinking habits, she turned to personal gro...
Mar 18, 2025•1 hr 16 min
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 stemmed from a childhood marked by feelings of inferiority after moving from West Texas to New Jersey...
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr
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 and Grow Rich transformed his mindset and mission to empower over a billion people to be happy. He empha...
Mar 11, 2025•33 min
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 moments. Heather discusses how resentment toward her family drove her addiction, the illusion of control s...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 17 min
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 how the 12-step program transformed his life. Tiernan opens up about starting substance use at 10 years old, his struggle wi...
Mar 04, 2025•1 hr 46 min
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 multiple felony charges to an overdose that became her ultimate wake-up call. But what makes her story so power...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 12 min
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 achievement, a life-changing conversation made him reevaluate everything—leading to a bold decision ...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 38 min
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 opens up about the moment he died, what he saw on the other side, and the incredible series of events...
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 4 min
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 path filled with violence, addiction, and self-destruction. In this emotional episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 15 min
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 addiction, and struggling to find a way out. She opens up about the night her husband nearly killed h...
Feb 14, 2025•1 hr 1 min
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 about the struggles he faced with addiction, the fear of asking for help, and his time in prison after b...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 41 min
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 Army, facing the physical and emotional toll of deployment, including a debilitating back injury that l...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 6 min
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, growing up in a household affected by divorce and learning to use humor as a coping mechanism. He dives i...
Feb 04, 2025•1 hr 17 min
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, leading to years of substance abuse, including alcohol and opioids. As a teenage mother, Shana tried to b...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 7 min
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 up about his struggles with anxiety and depression growing up, which were compounded by feeling unsee...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 24 min
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 experiences of experimenting with drugs at a young age, escalating to heroin and opiates, and becoming a drug mule...
Jan 24, 2025•1 hr 14 min
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 became the wake-up call he needed to transform his life. Colt opens up about his journey from daily drinking a...
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr 5 min
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 abuse, estrangement from his family, and over two decades of addiction, including seven years of homele...
Jan 17, 2025•1 hr 16 min
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 faced in a male-dominated media industry. She recounts her harrowing experience of workplace sexual a...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 34 min
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 schools, and a stable upbringing. But his life took a drastic turn after his parents’ divorce at the age...
Jan 10, 2025•1 hr 37 min
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 faith. Growing up as a "city Indian," Damon navigated the challenges of a fractured family, cultural ...
Jan 07, 2025•1 hr 22 min
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 artists like Big Sean and Asher Roth. However, his early success unraveled when financial mismanagement and r...
Jan 03, 2025•57 min
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 pivotal moment at a Tony Robbins event helped her reclaim her life and achieve 21 years of sobriety...
Dec 31, 2024•35 min
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 across multiple states, including Arizona, California, Missouri, and Washington. Tom opens up about the challenges ...
Dec 24, 2024•1 hr 17 min
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 recovery. Bam dives deep into his transformation, revealing how structure and routine have become essent...
Dec 20, 2024•2 hr 6 min
Donald and Tina Joy Carroll: Just Keep Doing It UNTIL | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Tina Joy and Donald Carroll, a couple whose remarkable journeys through addiction, trauma, and personal transformation will leave you inspired. Tina Joy opens up about her struggles with alcoholism, triggered by unresolved trauma, a difficult divorce, and the loss of her father. From nearly drinking herself to death to finding hope through recovery...
Dec 17, 2024•1 hr 48 min
Rickey Maloney: How Residential Burglaries Lead to Sobriety | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this transformative episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we welcome Rickey Maloney, a tattoo artist and recovering addict who has turned his life around after years of battling substance abuse and crime. Rickey shares his incredible journey of resilience, faith, and recovery, offering insight into his struggles and how he rebuilt his life from the ground up. Growing up in a challenging family dynamic, Rickey ...
Dec 13, 2024•58 min
Michael & Miquelle Franzese: Leaving The Mob for God | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Michael Franzese, a former captain of the Colombo crime family, who once ranked among the most powerful mob bosses in America. Known for his business acumen and ability to navigate the dangerous waters of organized crime, Michael left behind a life of corruption and violence, defying the odds by walking away without entering witness protection. ...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 31 min
Getting Your Loved One Into Treatment with Dr. Brian Licuanan | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this insightful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we welcome Dr. Brian Licuanan, a licensed psychologist with nearly two decades of experience in mental health and substance use disorders. Dr. Licuanan opens up about his professional journey and how his passion for psychology has shaped his career in helping individuals and families overcome life's most challenging obstacles. Dr. Licuanan dives deep into...
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 19 min
