JP Peña: "I DIED IN IRAQ" | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this powerful and deeply moving episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we are joined by JP Peña, a Marine Corps veteran and accomplished real estate professional who shares his profound journey through the highs and lows of life, including his battles with alcoholism. From his early days as a Marine to becoming a leader in the real estate industry, JP opens up about the personal challenges that many veterans and professionals often face alone...
Ethan Meyer: Abusing Substances at 8 yrs old | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this heartfelt and heavy episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Ethan Meyer, a courageous 16-year-old who opens up about his journey through addiction and recovery. Growing up in the bustling city of Las Vegas, Ethan encountered substances at just 8 years old, leading him down a path of addiction fueled by loneliness. Despite his challenges, Ethan found hope and support in his mom and girlfriend, who played...
Buddy Lewis: The Discipine to Overcome Sin | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this episode, Buddy Lewis doesn't shy away from the raw and real details of his past. He recounts the moments when his life spiraled out of control, from his involvement in selling drugs to living through toxic relationships that only fueled his destructive behavior. Buddy’s battle with alcoholism, combined with the heavy burden of abuse, landed him in a dark place that ultimately led to his imprisonment. Caught with guns ...
Avoiding Idle Hands with Webb Travis | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Webb Travis, cofounder of TURF gym in Newport Beach, joins to discuss the relentless work ethic that helped him build a successful business in the fitness industry. Webb dives into his passion for fitness and how his dedication to excellence has shaped his professional journey. He also opens up about the deeply personal topic of addiction, sharing how it has impacted his family and shaped...
Natalie Radzwilla: Diagnosed with "UNALIVE" Disease | The Hopeaholics Podcast In this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Natalie Radzwilla, co-founder of Hook & Barrel Magazine, shares her remarkable journey of creating one of the country’s leading outdoor lifestyle publications. Natalie talks about the magazine’s inception and how she combined her love for outdoor adventures with her business acumen to build a platform that celebrates everything from hunting and fishing to fitness ...
Conquering The Curse with Travis Carlson | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Travis Carlson, a fitness and nutrition coach, shares his powerful story of transformation. Travis talks about his journey to becoming a firefighter and how he faced a close encounter with alcoholism. At a crucial moment in his life, he felt that God spoke to him, prompting him to make significant changes and shift his focus away from alcohol and towards healthier, more positive pursu...
Jo Weatherford: Losing Myself at Eleven | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Jo Weatherford shares her inspiring journey from addiction to recovery. She opens up about how her feelings of emptiness began at the age of 11, which may have led her down a path of addiction. Once trapped in the Hollywood party scene, Jo overcame her struggles with drugs and alcohol and now dedicates her life to helping others break free from addiction.Jo also talks about her involve...
Karly DeFazio: Masking The Alcoholism | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Karly DeFazio opens up about her journey as a recovering alcoholic, recounting the challenges of growing up in an environment where alcohol was ever-present. Karly shares how those early experiences shaped her path and how she fought to reclaim her life through a structured routine that has helped her stay sober. Her story highlights the power of perseverance and the importance of buildi...
Noel Arevalo: Always Wanting More | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we are joined by fitness influencer and personal trainer Noel Arevalo, who opens up about her journey to sobriety from alcoholism and the challenges she faced growing up around addiction. Known for her success in the fitness world, Noel shares a deeply personal side of her story, revealing how her upbringing in an environment shaped by addiction influenced her own battles with substance abus...
Kevin Lanning: A Google Executive's Addiction | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we welcome Kevin Lanning, a former Google executive who opens up about his battle with addiction. Kevin shares the gripping story of how he rose to success in the corporate world, only to face personal struggles with substance abuse. Now years into sobriety, Kevin discusses his journey to recovery and how he has dedicated his life to helping others through his podcast, R...
Abbey Fickley: Rehab or Losing My Daughter | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Abbey Fickley, a resilient mother who shares her powerful journey through addiction while juggling the responsibilities of being a single parent. Abbey opens up about the challenges she faced, the impact addiction had on her family, and how she fought to regain control of her life. Her story is one of perseverance, strength, and hope for anyone facing similar battle...
Dillynn Lorenson: My Addiction Started at 16 | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this thought-provoking episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Dillynn Lorenson, an 18-year-old recovering addict, shares her brave story of overcoming addiction after enduring an abusive past. She speaks candidly about the pressure young people face today, the influence of trauma on addiction, and how it affected her family dynamics. Now living a sober life, Dillynn highlights the importance of breaking the silence and stig...
Ron Scolesdang: SENIOR CITIZENS FIGHT BACK | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this exciting episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we are joined by Ron Scolesdang, world champion Muay Thai fighter and community leader. Ron opens up about his journey from a professional fighter to a nonprofit founder, and now, a political candidate for mayor of Irvine, California. He shares how his martial arts background has shaped his approach to leadership, teamwork, and overcoming adversity both in and out of the ri...
Joshua Deen: Last Call, Stupid | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this compelling episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Joshua Deen, author of Last Call, Stupid, to explore his 25-year battle with alcoholism and his path to recovery. Joshua offers a raw and unfiltered look at the depths of addiction and the toll it took on his life. He opens up about the emotional and physical struggles he faced and how traditional recovery methods weren’t always the answer for him. Instead, Joshua sh...
Terra Newell: Surviving Dirty John | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this intense and captivating episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we welcome Terra Newell, the brave woman who survived a horrifying encounter with "Dirty John," the infamous conman John Meehan. Terra recounts the harrowing details of the day she was forced to fight for her life, ultimately killing John in self-defense to protect herself and her family from his dangerous schemes. She provides a deeper look into the events leading u...
Erik Rock: Hungry for SUCCESS | The Hopeaholics Podcast #168 In this gripping episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Erik Rock, a content creator and coach who shares a powerful and raw story of his relentless hunger for success while battling a hidden addiction. Erik opens up about the dual life he led — one fueled by ambition and drive to succeed, and another consumed by addiction and the risky world of drug trafficking.Erik reveals the dark side of his journey, from secr...
Farrah Abraham: Traumatized as a Teen Mom | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we welcome Farrah Abraham, a reality TV star, entrepreneur, and author, who has lived much of her life in the public eye. Farrah shares her journey of navigating teen pregnancy while starring on MTV's "16 and Pregnant" and "Teen Mom." She reflects on the intense scrutiny, judgment, and pressures of raising a child on reality TV and the impact this unique experience had on he...
Jagger Thom: The Only High You Need | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Jagger Thom, a courageous young man who is currently 20+ days sober. Jagger shares his compelling story of how his struggle with addiction began during his sophomore year of high school when he started hanging around the wrong crowd. The peer pressure and bad influences led him down a dark path that took years to overcome.Jagger speaks candidly about recognizing t...
Dr. Kelly Olson: Putting The Focus on Fentanyl | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this thought-provoking episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we are joined by Dr. Kelly Olson, a renowned neuroscientist and the Associate Director of Clinical Affairs at Millennium Health. Dr. Olson delves into her extensive work on addiction, sharing insights from the groundbreaking reports she has conducted with Millennium Health.With a rich background in molecular neuroscience, Dr. Olson has dedicated her career to u...
Stevie Kuhn: Keeping The Young Sober | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, we sit down with Stevie Kuhn, the inspiring CEO of 417 Recovery, a treatment center dedicated to helping adolescents and families navigate the challenges of substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and mental health issues. Stevie shares her journey from being deeply involved in the recovery community to taking the bold step of opening her own treatment center.Stevie discusses th...