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Welcome to the Rise Recover Live Podcast, hosted by Bryce Cobb III and Liz McKean and powered by The Phoenix. Every week we share stories from The Phoenix community and beyond, celebrating the resilience of people, the power of community, and the journey of recovery in every form and pathway. We hope that listeners of all backgrounds are inspired to be part of the movement to break down stigma. Together, we rise, recover and live.To connect with community, download The Phoenix App. To learn more, visit https://thephoenix.org/
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#126: This week we revisit one of the first episodes of the Rise Recover Live Podcast: Episode #9 with Gavin Young. As someone who got sober in his 20s, Gavin shares all the lessons he still had to learn after he put the drink down. From facing the pain that substances had covered up, to learning that sobriety is only one facet of recovery -- he had a lot of growing and work to do. Tap into the conversation as we traverse multiple topics, including fatherhood, trauma, varying perceptions and ...
#125: This week we revisit episode #22 with healer and a person in recovery, Kelvin Young. After growing up in an environment that encouraged suppressing emotions, Kelvin's first experience with sound healing was "a sip of healing in a sea of chaos." He knew if he could feel that level of peace while behind bars, then the possibilities would be endless upon his release from incarceration. So he became a sound healer. After finding freedom within himself, Kelvin now reaches out his hand to oth...
#124: At 19 years old Kaley Jones’ (she/her) life came to a crossroads: on one path, she could move to Mexico and continue a life that was gripped by substance use disorder. Alternatively, she could begin the long and arduous journey of sobriety; an existence that not only seemed impossible, but one she didn’t think she wanted. Over 10 years later, Kaley says starting recovery was stepping into the fullest form of her human existence.Check out the episode as we hear Kaley's recovery journey a...
#123: This week we revisit the conversation with Tiffany Foster (she/her). Tiffany is a proud woman in recovery, former substance abuse counselor, and newly CFL2 and Senior Program manager. Wisely advised in the infancy of her recovery to “speak even if your voice shakes,” Tiffany describes some of the darkest moments of her addiction. Against all odds, Tiffany built a life that she never expected to live. Check out the episode to hear more from Tiffany, including: The pain of living on ...
#122: Joie Gyondla (she/her) is a queer, sober, activist and advocate that works to normalize folks in the world that are often times "othered." She uses her own lived experiences to help give voice to those that sometimes don't know how, or aren't given the chance to speak up. Tune into the episode to hear Joie's story and more, including: The turning point in her recovery when she allowed herself to live authentically and confront years of internalized transphobia.Non-linear recovery, ...
#121: This week we revisit episode #62 with Don Fertman (he/him). Don is the former Chief Development Officer of Subway, as well as Board Chair Emeritus of The Phoenix and current member of The Phoenix Impact Board. When Don first got sober, the last thing he wanted to do was allow people to know his story. Now decades into recovery, he proudly and candidly speaks to his journey and encourages others to share their own. Tune into the episode to hear from Don, as he shares his story and more, ...
#120: This week we revisit episode number #44 with the incredible Nick Wells. When Nick went to prison, he had no reason to think he would see freedom again in his lifetime. With 14 years of addiction and a 60-year sentence looming ahead, his life seemed to be over. After being granted clemency 14 years into incarceration, Nick is more dedicated than ever to continuing the work he started on the inside. Tune into the episode to hear Nick's story of redemption, recovery and more:The role that ...
#119: As Liz and Bryce gear up for Season 2 of the Podcast, we are taking a brief hiatus from recording new podcast episodes. In the interim, we've chosen some of our favorite episodes to re-share with you. Check out episode #30 with Sophie Lyons to hear her story and learn something you didn't catch the first time around.*Please note in this episode there is mention of specific aspects of eating disorders. If this type of conversation feels unsafe for you, it is always ok to skip a week, or ...
#118: As Liz and Bryce wrap up Season 1 of the Rise Recover Live Podcast, what better topic to discuss than rest! Taking a moment to pause allows us to connect back to our "why" and our creativity. Although this can be daunting when you're in a groove, it's vital to breathe and reset. Tune into the episode to hear the conversation, including:Why Liz and Bryce are taking a hiatus from recording new episodes, and what to expect in the interim.Debunking the idea that we have to 'earn' rest or th...
#117: Andre Peart is the CEO of Untapped Solutions, a community-driven network empowering folks who are formerly incarcerated, homeless, or from marginalized communities. The digital platform champions each individual's potential and strengths, creating pathways for professional and personal growth. Tune into the conversation to learn more about Andre and the impactful work of Untapped Solutions and more, including:Andre's own re-entry experience after being incarcerated for five and a half y...
#116: When Tom Coyne (he/him) got sober 12 years ago, he thought he would never be able to play golf again. As a sport that revolves quite a bit around alcohol, he thought that if he quit drinking then he would have to walk away from the fairway too. However, in recovery Tom found a deeper love and appreciation for the sport. Now golf is at the center of his recovery and his network is made up of sober golfers and friends. Tune into the episode to hear from Tom as he discusses his golf, his r...
#115: Bryan Wempen (he/him) is an acclaimed author and speaker, fearlessly redefining normal and inspiring personal growth. With his new groundbreaking book, "F**K My Demons Redefining Normal," Bryan challenges stigmas, empowering audiences to embrace imperfections and reclaim their power. Tune into the episode to hear the conversation with Bryan as we touch on his recovery journey and more, including:What happens when the main focus becomes chasing a feeling and our curiosity and drive for s...
#114: Casey Kehoe (she/her) is a CrossFit Coach and Phoenix Volunteer from Philadelphia. As someone who has been doing CrossFit for 8 years, Casey knows the importance of community. Now with 15 months of sobriety under her belt, the notion of community has taken on a deeper meaning. Tune into the episode to hear Casey's story of resiliency, accountability and more, including:Reframing how we view accountability from something negative and laborious to positive and community-building.Building ...
#113: Taylor Williams (he/him) is a full time CrossFit and weightlifting coach, as well as a podcast host and a person in recovery. As someone who came of age during the height of the Opioid epidemic, substance use disorder was highly prevalent and normalized in his circle. What felt like small decisions led to bigger consequences and after a harrowing conversation with his mom, Taylor decided to change his trajectory. He went back to school and joined a CrossFit gym, finding friends that bec...
#112: Brian Hyman (he/him) is a certified yoga and meditation teacher, author, and father. Brian has been sober since 2009 and has been working at a prominent treatment center in Malibu, California since 2012. Yoga has played an instrumental role in his personal recovery journey. Nine months into sobriety yoga flowed into his professional life as Brian started teaching yoga so other folks in recovery could access its transformative effects. Check out the episode and hear Brian's story, includ...
#111: Natalya Fearnley (she/her) started her recovery journey by opening the thousand-pound door at The Phoenix gym in Denver to attend a yoga class. After trying out various recovery programs she found her home in Recovery Dharma. She threw herself into being of service and quickly became an active member in the community. A year and a half into sobriety, Natalya was elected to the Board of Directors of Recovery Dharma. Tune into the episode to learn more about Natalya and her recovery journ...
#110: Elizabeth Addison (she/her) is a multi-hyphenate (composer, lyricist, librettist, producer, music director & director) as well as a person in recovery from a variety of things including substance use disorder. She is also a creative recovery coach with The Meghann Perry Group, an organization equipping the behavioral health workforce with tools and education on addiction recovery. Check out the conversation to learn about Elizabeth and her work exploring the intersection of rec...
#109: Hilary Sheinbaum (she/her) is the author of The Dry Challenge and founder of GoingDry.co, an organization focused on creating unique and fun non-alcoholic spaces and curating non-alcoholic menus. As a strong proponent of Dry January and other sober months, Hilary introduces folks to experiences that don't involve booze, letting individuals explore sobriety in a fun and safe environment.Check out the conversation with Hilary to hear her story and more, including:Her experience first doin...
#108: Ryan Carpenter and Sophie Pyne are Co-Founders of Waves of Recovery, the Los Angeles based non-profit dedicated to supporting people in recovery from mental health and addiction find healing, connection and community through surfing. As individuals in recovery themselves, Sophie and Ryan help folks navigate the waters and connect with themselves and each other on a deeper level. Check out the episode to hear from Sophie and Ryan as they discuss their own recovery journeys, and more, inc...
#107: Bryce and Liz are back this week to discuss a topic that carries both positive effects and negative drawbacks: social media. If the opposite of addiction is connection, then social media can be a tool to connect us, like it connected Bryce to this podcast. For Liz, social media is how she discovered The Phoenix, as well as other recovery communities and yoga spaces. But just as social media can be positive, it can also negatively impact our mental health and become an escape. To th...
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